The “second” estimate for U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the first quarter of 2017 grew at a 1.2 percent annualized rate, a half percentage point higher than the “first” estimate. The upward revision reflects larger gains in nonresidential fixed investment and personal consumption expenditure and smaller losses in state and local government spending. U.S. nonfarm … [Read more...] about July 2017: Business Indicators
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Social Service Providers and Clark County Break Ground on Affordable Apartment Campus for Innovative Living Environment, Affordable Apartment Campus for Innovative Living Environment, Accessible Benefits for Residents — Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada and Luthern Social Services of Nevada Headquarters and Food Pantry Part of New Nevada HAND Affordable Community
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada (BGCSNV), Lutheran Social Services of Nevada (LSSN) and Clark County broke ground on buildings that, when completed in the first quarter of 2018, will be the first campus-style service partnership of its kind in Nevada. The nonprofit organizations are part of an innovative affordable living community with co-located services for working … [Read more...] about Social Service Providers and Clark County Break Ground on Affordable Apartment Campus for Innovative Living Environment, Affordable Apartment Campus for Innovative Living Environment, Accessible Benefits for Residents — Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada and Luthern Social Services of Nevada Headquarters and Food Pantry Part of New Nevada HAND Affordable Community
Chef Clint Jolly Invited To The World Forum Of Mexican Gastronomy
CHEF CLINT JOLLY INVITED TO THE WORLD FORUM OF MEXICAN GASTRONOMY Chef Jolly’s commitment to excellence in Mexican cuisine recognized internationally RENO, Nev. – Chef Clint Jolly’s commitment to the intricacies of Mexican cuisine are now recognized world-wide as he has been invited to participate in the World Forum of Mexican Gastronomy from Oct. 6 through 8, 2017 in … [Read more...] about Chef Clint Jolly Invited To The World Forum Of Mexican Gastronomy
USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts 33rd Annual SCend Off
One of the largest SCend Offs in the United States (Reno, Nev.) – The USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Chapter will host the 33rd annual SCend Off at Round Hill Pines in Zephyr Cove on Saturday, July 29, 2017. This event is a longstanding USC tradition, where alumni “send off” students for the new school year. The local alumni chapter grants scholarship awards to new and … [Read more...] about USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts 33rd Annual SCend Off
NAIOP Southern Nevada presents “Nevada Legislative Review”
NAIOP Southern Nevada presents “Legislative Review: A Discussion of the 2017 Nevada Legislative Session” as part of its monthly member meeting. The meeting is sponsored by SR Construction. NAIOP Southern Nevada is also accepting donations of ties and gently used business attire to benefit Communities In Schools. NAIOP Southern Nevada seeks to provide educational and … [Read more...] about NAIOP Southern Nevada presents “Nevada Legislative Review”
First Independent Bank Welcomes Brandon Towne to the Business Banking Team
Reno, Nev. – First Independent Bank welcomes Brandon Towne to the business banking team as a Commercial Loan Officer. Towne will focus on building relationships with new and existing business customers, helping them achieve their business goals utilizing First Independent’s wide array of business banking products. Towne, who was born and raised in Carson City, has been in … [Read more...] about First Independent Bank Welcomes Brandon Towne to the Business Banking Team
Judith T. Horgan Elected to NCJFCJ Board of Directors
(Reno, Nev.) – The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) has elected Judith T. Horgan to its Board of Directors. Horgan is a child advocate with a long history of involvement in the juvenile justice system. She founded Child Watch of Pittsburgh in 1992, bringing public awareness to the plight of children in the child welfare system. “Judith is a … [Read more...] about Judith T. Horgan Elected to NCJFCJ Board of Directors
Colliers International – Las Vegas Welcomes Senior Associate Phillip Frank
Colliers International – Las Vegas is proud to welcome Phillip Frank as Senior Associate in the Office Division. Mr. Frank comes to Colliers International – Las Vegas from Indianapolis, Indiana, where he worked for a large, publicly traded corporation. In addition to numerous roles within the corporation’s national real estate and legal departments, Mr. Frank served as the … [Read more...] about Colliers International – Las Vegas Welcomes Senior Associate Phillip Frank
Nevada Leaders in Business Survey Highlights Workforce Strengths and Weaknesses
Reno, Nev. - Members of Nevada’s workforce are being praised for their willingness to learn and their ability to adapt to changing environments but need to improve their communication skills and self-motivation, according to a survey of the state’s top business leaders. First Independent Bank, along with Bank of Nevada, funded the 2017 Nevada Leaders in Business Survey which … [Read more...] about Nevada Leaders in Business Survey Highlights Workforce Strengths and Weaknesses
The Pasta Shop Ristorante and Art Gallery Announces New Vegan Menu
*Vegans, Baby to Host Special Menu Preview Party June 26* The dining scene is changing in Las Vegas. With the recent announcement of the city being ranked as one of the top 10 destinations for vegan dining in the country by VegNews, more restaurants are acknowledging the cruelty-free lifestyle choice. On July 1, The Pasta Shop Ristorante and Art Gallery is launching its … [Read more...] about The Pasta Shop Ristorante and Art Gallery Announces New Vegan Menu
Next Steps for the Truckee River Flood Project: Recent Signing of AB 375 Requires Formation of Flood Control Project Needs Committee
(Reno, Nev.) – Assembly Bill No. 375 (AB 375) was signed into law on June 12, 2017, allowing the Truckee River Flood Management Authority (TRFMA) to continue its mission to plan, engineer and construct flood project improvements that will protect the Truckee Meadows region from a 100-year major flood event. The 100-year plan will help avoid the life-threatening and economic … [Read more...] about Next Steps for the Truckee River Flood Project: Recent Signing of AB 375 Requires Formation of Flood Control Project Needs Committee
Dickson Realty Opens New Office in Portola
(Reno, Nev.) – Dickson Realty, the market leader in Reno-Sparks-Truckee-Lake Tahoe real estate, is pleased to announce its new office in Portola, Calif. Dickson Realty has outgrown its Graeagle-Blairsden location. The new office in downtown Portola will have eight real estate agents. The office is located at 289 Commercial Street, and is open seven days a week from 9 a.m.-5 … [Read more...] about Dickson Realty Opens New Office in Portola
Holland & Hart launches ‘Law on Tap’ with Marijuana in the Workforce
RENO, Nev. — Holland & Hart LLP hosts Law on Tap, the first of a four-part professional networking series, June 15, 5:30 - 7 p.m. at West Street Market. Labor and employment attorneys Dora Lane and Anthony Hall will discuss the legal implications of marijuana in the workforce in light of Nevada’s recent legalization of marijuana. “With the advent of medical and … [Read more...] about Holland & Hart launches ‘Law on Tap’ with Marijuana in the Workforce
First Boutique Nanny Agency Now Accepting Families and Nannies
RENO, Nev. — The PB+J Collective, Northern Nevada’s first ever boutique nanny agency, is now open for business and accepting new families and nannies. Dedicated to finding the perfect nanny-family match for every client, the PB+J Collective offers a variety of services ranging from babysitting, infant care, temporary nannies to full-time family assistants. The PB+J … [Read more...] about First Boutique Nanny Agency Now Accepting Families and Nannies
Project 150 Youth Council Announces Scholarship Award Recipients On June 29
The Youth Council for Project 150, a local nonprofit that helps homeless high school students, will host a celebratory Scholarship Awards Luncheon on June 29 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Texas Station Gambling Hall & Hotel Conference Center. Tickets cost $50 per person or $500 per table of 10. Scholarship sponsorships honoring families or companies also are … [Read more...] about Project 150 Youth Council Announces Scholarship Award Recipients On June 29