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Public broadcast veteran Manfredi named Nevada Arts Council executive director
Submitted by editor on Fri, 08/25/2017 - 2:07pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — Tony Manfredi, a Nevada native and veteran executive in public broadcasting, has been named executive director of the Nevada Arts Council.
TURBO GLOBAL PARTNERS, Inc. signs agreement with Chinese company
Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/24/2017 - 5:33amCarson City – TURBO GLOBAL PARTNERS, Inc. has announced signing a Marketing Alliance Memorandum of Agreement with Xinhuanet North ...
What Works: Eclipse = Unity and Renewal
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/21/2017 - 1:19pmDid you feel that? It wasn’t just the temperature drop or the way everything looked muted outside. Something happened today. It happened without a national disaster or a major annual sporting event. It was a time of national unity. It was a time where we dropped the politics, the fear, and even the concerns of our daily lives. We stood together in the present moment.
Homelessness in Our Cities
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/16/2017 - 6:06amRecently, James went to Portland, Oregon for a concert and to celebrate his 17th wedding anniversary with his lovely wife, Vicki.
One of the first things he noticed driving around the area was the traffic nightmare. After one miserable attempt to drive eight miles in an hour, it was time to put the car away and rely on public transportation. It was clean, on schedule, and very reasonable at five dollars per person for unlimited rides.
What Works: When life does the opposite of what you want
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/14/2017 - 2:11pmLike a trooper, I woke up and got to the airport in time for a 5:30 a.m. departure. I had it all together. A friend agreed to take me. Yes, even that early! I have great friends. I had pre-packed my bag the night before. I had planned to sleep and then do some work. I had it all planned out.
What Works: Need something? Ask!
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/07/2017 - 4:25pmOnce upon a time, I was someone who wouldn’t ask for help. I considered it a badge of courage to be independent. Not asking for help meant I could handle things on my own. I was self-sufficient. I considered it radical self-reliance. Really, what I was doing was being radically unreliable.
What Works: Something under your skin? Here’s how to get it to stop crawling
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/31/2017 - 11:00amSometimes I have to use my own medicine on myself. Although much of my life is clicking along like a well-oiled machine, there is one part that is not. That gets under my skin. I get frustrated. I feel entitled. These feelings pile up within me and then, when someone says just the right thing, I want to throw up my hands and say forget it all.
Tickets on sale for 2017 Nevada Economic Development Conference in Las Vegas Sept. 11-13
Submitted by admin on Tue, 07/25/2017 - 3:00pmLAS VEGAS, NV (July 24, 2017) – Registration is now available for the 2017 Nevada Economic Development Conference (NVEDC) scheduled for Sept. 11-13 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). The conference will feature exclusive tours and track sessions that include the state’s leading experts in the fields of agribusiness, economic development, energy, infrastructure/transportation, manufacturing, tourism/gaming and workforce development.
What Works: Wanderlust 2017 brings lessons in change, making a difference in the world
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/25/2017 - 11:02amThose of you who have been reading this column for a while know, when I go to a festival, I bring nuggets back to you. I spent this last weekend at Wanderlust in Squaw Valley. This was my 5th year at the festival. As usual, it did not disappoint.
Sixth annual Governor’s Conference on Business coming August 17
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/24/2017 - 9:59amThe Department of Business and Industry will host the sixth annual Governor’s Conference on Business August 17 at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks.
What Works: Become willing to focus
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/17/2017 - 12:00pmTomorrow, I am going to paint the word FOCUS on the wall at the Creative Center on Telegraph Street, owned by Jeffrey Pace of Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery. Four months ago, I wrote an article about focus and how it works to achieve your goals in life. If you missed it, you can read it here. Do you notice something missing from the article?
Switch to expand into Virginia Street Post Office building in downtown Reno
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What Works: Cleaning up the bad deals in life
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/10/2017 - 12:19pmNo matter how good you are at this thing called life, at one time or another, you may have agreed on a bad deal. This could be any type of deal. It could be a relationship that went south. You could have a bad deal with a vendor for your business. Or, maybe, you accepted a job you without asking enough questions and you feel stuck.
Flavor with a mission: Taste of Downtown returns July 22 to Carson City
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/06/2017 - 1:30pmWhat started as a small bit of hope 24 years ago, the annual Taste of Downtown has transformed into one of the most anticipated events of summer.
What Works: Claim Your Independence
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/04/2017 - 10:29amToday, we are celebrating the birth of our country and the freedoms we enjoy within it. Yet, today I feel pulled to ask you to go a little deeper.
Business Spotlight: All-new Hot Spot Smoke Shop specializes in quality
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 06/28/2017 - 9:47pmLegalization of recreational marijuana in Nevada last fall has brought forth new entrepreneurial opportunities in the Silver State since the first of the year.
Carson City is no exception.
Travel Nevada grants to bolster Carson City Visitors Bureau programs
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/27/2017 - 1:12pmPromoting Carson City’s paranormal, improving blighted spaces and creating mountain bike destinations are among the projects the Carson City Visitors Bureau is lining up with help from Travel Nevada.
What Works: Learning to trust
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/26/2017 - 12:10pmThis weekend, I went to Lake Tahoe with my Little. As a Big, with Big Brothers Big Sisters, beach time is fun time. But it’s also time to connect with my Little and talk.
Mountain bike fundraiser extended to Monday, proceeds support Carson City’s Muscle Powered
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/22/2017 - 1:49pmMountain bike enthusiasts will have a few more days to enter the raffle to win a new bike as a fundraiser for Epic Rides.
Concourse passenger lounge to be built at Reno-Tahoe International Airport
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/19/2017 - 11:07amReno-Tahoe International Airport will see its first passenger lounge on the concourse to offer food, beverage and wifi amenities later this year, airport officials said Monday.
Carson High Career and Technical Education seniors recognized for exceptional achievement
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/16/2017 - 2:05pmCARSON CITY — Graduating seniors in Carson High School’s Career and Technical Education program were nominated by their teachers for excellent performance and academic achievement at the senior assembly Friday, June 2. In all, 25 students were honored with an Outstanding Senior CTE award.
It's almost time for the Ap People of the Year Awards | Region's top advertising professionals to be recognized
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/14/2017 - 4:11pmThe Ad People of the Year Awards will recognize some of the region’s premiere professionals in advertising at the annual event. These awards bring attention to the industry’s exceptional leaders with an emphasis on community involvement.
Sandoval signs law prohibiting marketing pot to kids, OKs Walker River recreation area
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/12/2017 - 8:25pmGov. Brian Sandoval signed laws Monday that create the framework for the implementation of recreational marijuana, a measure establishing the Walker River State Recreation Area and additional laws aimed at ensuring Nevada’s students have safe learning environments.
What Works: The Fine Art of Creating Change
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/12/2017 - 11:41amCreating change, whether it be in your home, community, or company, is a fine art. Consciousness, awareness of the environment you are in, and gentle communication are necessary. You can adjust your thoughts and actions to collaborate to create the change.
Skelding appointed Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino's director of sales ...
Submitted by admin on Mon, 06/05/2017 - 5:42pmChris Skelding has been appointed director of sales, marketing, and events for the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino. Skelding most ...
What Works: Being Open and Going with the Flow
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/05/2017 - 12:11pmThis last weekend was my birthday weekend. I followed none of my usual traditions, at least the way I usually do them. I went to a different retreat. I met new friends. I went to a different beach. I saw Wonder Woman in D-Box at Galaxy Theater inside Casino Fandango. Each of these new experiences gave me new perspective. It was then I realized there is comfort in routine. Yet, the real experiences come when you shake it up.
Carson City residents treat public servants to Sunday barbecue
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 06/04/2017 - 5:59pmSeveral leading residents of Carson City pooled their resources Sunday to treat local public service workers to a barbecue at Fuji Park.
Artrepreneurs put their work on display in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Sun, 06/04/2017 - 6:48amMcKenzie Martin and Breeanne Yeoman noticed the balloons in front of The Studio at Adams Hub during the Downtown Carson City Wine Walk on Saturday. They stopped in to find the exhibit of artists who are enrolled in the Northern Nevada Artrepreneurs Workshop.
Senator Square: Carson High School's Top 20 academic scholars
Submitted by editor on Sat, 06/03/2017 - 8:42pmCongratulations to the Class of 2017 at Carson High School. Though the school year is concluded, teachers will be talking about this class for some time to come. According to CHS government teacher Angila Golik, “This is an amazing class of great kids, a huge accomplishment since there are close to 500 seniors in the class.”
NDOW public service announcement takes top ADDY award
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/01/2017 - 8:31amA video public service announcement commissioned by the Nevada Department of Wildlife and produced by local marketing firm, the NEON Agency, took top awards from the Reno chapter of the American Advertising Federation at the 2017 “ADDY” Awards, March 10, at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. The public service announcement took a gold award as well as the coveted “Judges Choice” award.