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Nevada governor extends ‘statewide pause’ for another month, announces new eviction moratorium through March

Gov. Steve Sisolak announced on Sunday that he is extending current coronavirus health and safety restrictions for another month and putting in place a new moratorium on evictions through the end of March.

Carson City relationship banking shines in a recession

If the last recession was any indication, small businesses that bank with a community bank will weather this recession better than entrepreneurs that bank big.

Nevada treasurer reveals details of $50 million rent payment assistance program for tenants

Renters who fell behind on payments during the pandemic should be able to apply this week for a new state program that will disburse $50 million in federal coronavirus relief funds to ease housing and business woes.

Restaurants, doctors, lawyers top list of thousands of Nevada PPP loan recipients

Tens of thousands of Nevada small businesses and organizations — from casinos and law firms to churches and even strip clubs — received at least $3.1 billion through the Paycheck Protection Program stimulus package, according to a massive disclosure made by the federal government.

Presentation aims to highlight improving access to quality healthcare

Event Date: 
February 26, 2020 - 5:00pm

Healthy people make healthy communities. What are the biggest barriers to overall health and quality healthcare here in northern Nevada? Learn about innovative approaches happening here in our community and what is being done to ensure all Nevadans can lead healthy, happy lives.

Five Northern Nevada Locals Elected to NCET board

Chris Boline, Kevin Brunet, Gabbi Hall, Bryan Haskin and David Zybert have been elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology.

Boline, elected as NCET’s vice president of social media and image management, works as a lead-generation specialist with The Applied Companies in Reno.

Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 22

Hitting the halfway mark of the shortened work week, Wednesday events around town include Northern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge monthly meeting, "State of the Counties" at Casino Fandango, a Capital City Arts Initiative reception for the "Photo Finished 2020" exhibition featuring the works of 9 Carson High School students, a Bee City USA Carson City meeting at the community center, a women's Seeking Safety workshop, and more.

The Business Edge - Economic Impact of Professional Soccer in Northern Nevada

The Business Edge - Professional Networking & Education
Event Date: 
February 26, 2020 - 11:30am

Professional teams provide a needed source of entertainment and community pride, but what is the economic impact of a professional team? How far does the impact extend down into the Sierra Region? How do the professional team(s) contribute to and support the community?

Score the answers at this The Business Edge featuring Doug Raftery, General Manager of Reno 1868 FC on Feb. 26 at 11:30 a.m.

The Business Edge - State of the Counties

The Business Edge - Networking & Event Series
Event Date: 
January 22, 2020 - 7:00am

Carson City, Churchill, Douglas, Lyon, Mineral and Storey counties' managers will present on county successes, challenges, and plans for the future at the Jan. 22 lecture of The Business Edge.

NCET Re-Elects Susan Moreno & Peter Williamson to Board

Reno

RENO — Susan Moreno and Peter Williamson have been elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology.

Carson City's newest Hotel, 'My Place Hotel,' welcomed with ribbon cutting Thursday

On Thursday afternoon, My Place Hotels hosted a ribbon cutting and unveiled the newest hotel for Carson City with fanfare, music, and catering.

The festivities began at 4 p.m. on Thursday, and the public was invited to attend in order to take tours and speak with staff members and executives to learn more about the new hotel.

My Place wants to be Your Place in Carson City

Event Date: 
October 10, 2019 - 4:00pm

Long overdue, there’s a new place in Carson City that will be able to comfortably house visitors — and that means friends and family who want to stay more than a few days in your place — in a comfortable home-like setting. You know what Ben Franklin said about visitors staying more than three days: “Fish and visitors stink after three days.”

NNDA's The Business Edge meeting Wednesday to focus on energy efficiency, sustainability initiatives in Nevada

Northern Nevada Development Authority will heat things up with a presentation by Southwest Gas at The Business Edge meeting in Carson City this Wednesday, Sept. 25. Southwest Gas will present business energy-cost saving tips, natural gas as an energy source, and their renewable energy initiatives in Nevada.

NNDA's Business Edge meeting Wednesday to feature NV Energy CEO

Event Date: 
August 28, 2019 - 7:30am

The Northern Nevada Development Authority will host its Business Edge breakfast series Wednesday in Douglas County. The topic is "Powering Business in Nevada" and features NV Energy CEO Doug Cannon.

Northern Nevada Development Authority announces 2019 Pioneer Award winners

CARSON CITY — Northern Nevada Development Authority announced the winners Thursday of its annual Pioneer Awards. Winners will be honored and celebrated during the 5th Annual NNDA Pioneer Awards and Gala being held on Nov. 7, 2019.

Carson City realtors to host Veterans Night on Wednesday

Event Date: 
August 14, 2019 - 5:00pm

There will be a Veterans Night on Wednesday, August 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Carson Plaza Event Center, 209 East 9th Street in Carson City.

Reno-Tahoe Airport designated 'Safe Place' site, implements training program for employees

RENO — The Reno-Tahoe International Airport was designated Monday as a Safe Place site by the community’s Safe Place agency, The Children’s Cabinet, and will be implementing a human trafficking training program for every airport employee.

Polka Dot Powerhouse Carson City lunch connect to feature clinical hypnotist Dan Kimm

Event Date: 
August 22, 2019 - 11:30am

Dan Kimm will be the speaker at the August 22 Polka Dot Powerhouse Carson City Chapter lunch connect at Red's Old 395 Grill 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. His biography and speech topic can be found below. Please register here for our meeting.

Events around Carson City for Wednesday, July 24

The countdown to the weekend begins as we head into midweek, Wednesday, July 24, 2019 with daytime highs in the low 90s and plenty of indoor and outdoor activities. Topping the list is the Northern Nevada Development Authority's Legislative Roundup at Casino Fandango. If you want to know how this year's legislative session will affect business, be there. For those who look to the stars for the big picture, there's a multi-media hands on science day presentation at the Nevada State Museum as part of the Apollo 11 moon landing celebration; then there's Wheeled Food Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center and lots more. Enjoy the day.

The Business Edge: Legislative Update

Event Date: 
July 24, 2019 (All day)

The Nevada Legislature meets every other year to refine, update, remove, and add new regulations that have a profound impact on businesses. Learn about what happened in the 2019 legislative session that will directly impact your business, your community, and get an overview of what legislative topics you need to know about for the future.

The Business Edge: Annual Economic Roundup

Event Date: 
October 23, 2019 - 7:30am

Rob Hooper, President & CEO of Northern Nevada Development Authority (NNDA), will be providing insight into economic news and topics for the Sierra Region.

NNDA’s The Business Edge™ is a monthly educational series providing information on issues and trends of interest to the northern Nevada business community. A combination of breakfasts and lunches, these monthly briefings offer opportunities to network with local business executives and management teams, elected and government officials, key workforce development leaders, and important nonprofit organizations.

The Business Edge: Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Initiatives in Nevada

Event Date: 
September 25, 2019 - 11:30am

We are heating things up with a presentation by Southwest Gas at The Business Edge™. Southwest Gas will present business energy-cost saving tips, natural gas as an energy source, and their renewable energy initiatives in Nevada. Southwest Gas provides natural gas service to Nevada, Arizona, and parts of California to over 2 million customers.

NNDA's The Business Edge meeting Wednesday to focus on Aerospace in Nevada

Northern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge will focus on "Aerospace in Nevada" as part of its ongoing monthly meeting series that happens this Wednesday.

Realty Executives Nevada’s Choice, A Network Partner with Feeding Pets of the Homeless

Carson City, NV – Realty Executives Nevada’s Choice was welcomed in June 2019 by the national nonprofit, Feeding Pets of the Homeless as a Donation Site. Donations of pet food and supplies can be taken to 800 E. College Parkway, Carson City, NV and will then be delivered to a local food bank, homeless shelter or homeless encampment. Feeding Pets of the Homeless is the only national network focused completely on feeding and providing emergency veterinary care to pets of the homeless.

NNDA's The Business Edge meeting in June to focus on Aerospace in Nevada

Event Date: 
June 26, 2019 - 11:30am

Northern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge will focus on "Aerospace in Nevada" as part of its ongoing monthly meeting series.

Aerospace is more than airplanes, spaceships and drones. Specline Nevada will describe where the leaders in aerospace manufacturing are headed.

Events around Carson City for Thursday, May 23

Heading into Thursday, May 23, 2019 we ask: Can you feel it? Yes, the Memorial Day holiday is nearly here and we may even get a weather break or four in between expected showers through the weekend, forecasters say. Activities and events to round out this third Thursday of the month include a meet and greet of Carson City Library candidates at Adams Hub for Innovation, a day hike, a bicycle cruise on the west side of the capital city, a Lunch and Learn Workshop for local nonprofit organizations, a chamber luncheon focusing on mental health, a GOP meeting, art showings, live music and more. Here's what's happening:

Events around Carson City for Wednesday, May 22

Heading into the middle of the work week, Wednesday, May 22, there's no short supply of places to go and things to do around Carson City. Sure you may want to pull out your parkas or sweaters for the day. All the more reason to take in those rays of sunshine when the clouds break. A walk through the capitol grounds is always a blessing and treat, no matter the weather or your politics. So enjoy. Here's what's ahead:

NNDA's The Business Edge to focus on 'Workforce Retention and Succession' this Wednesday

Event Date: 
May 22, 2019 - 7:30am

The May series of Northern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge will focus on "The Next Step: Workforce Retention and Succession" this Wednesday, May 22, at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden.

NNDA's The Business Edge to focus on 'The Next Step: Workforce Retention and Succession'

Event Date: 
May 22, 2019 - 7:30am

The May series of Northern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge will focus on "The Next Step: Workforce Retention and Succession" on Wednesday, May 22, at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden.

NNDA’s The Business Edge is a monthly educational series providing information on issues and trends of interest to the northern Nevada business community.

The Dean Team Rescue: Realty Executives Nevada's Choice Realtors donate to Carson area animal organizations

CASI donation
Pets of the Homeless donation
Rescue Realtor flyer

Trying to think of ways to give back to the community, Kathy Dean and Nicole Litherland of The Dean Team decided the best way to do that is to donate a portion of their commissions to Carson City area animal organizations. And this isn't a short campaign, but a lifelong career cause.

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