Small Business
Nevada small businesses get more aid in second round of SBA emergency loan funding
Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/04/2020 - 10:23am
After faring poorly in the initial round, Nevada small businesses received the second highest number of approved loans and total aid in the second round of funding for the Small Business Administration emergency loan program compared with six similar-sized states.
NDOT celebrates bike month, encourages activities, safety and social distancing
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The Nevada Department of Transportation continues to encourage safe, socially-distanced outdoor exercise to support both physical and mental health.
Nevada governor to unveil 'roadmap to recovery' plan tonight at 5 p.m.
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/30/2020 - 3:29pm
Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak will hold a news conference at 5 p.m. Thursday to outline the Silver State's "Roadmap to Recovery" strategy to open business while maintaining COVID-19 medical and safety measures.
The press conference can be viewed here.
Trump administration allows small casinos to tap SBA emergency loan program
Submitted by admin on Sun, 04/26/2020 - 8:28am
Members of Nevada’s congressional delegation celebrated the White House’s decision Friday to allow small casinos to access a Small Business Administration emergency loan program.
Intimate Designs Floral in Carson City creates 'Flowers for Frontliners'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/25/2020 - 3:26pm
Lori Morris and Intimate Designs Floral have been giving back to the local community for years with Angels With Flowers, which Morris founded in order to donate floral arrangements to hospitals and senior care centers throughout the Carson City area.
Nevada Small Business Development Center kicks off 'Support Small Business 5-Day Challenge' this weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/25/2020 - 11:16am
The Nevada Small Business Development Center is pleased to announce a social media campaign to support small businesses across the state. The campaign, Support Small Businesses 5-Day Challenge, gives everyone a way to support small businesses from the safety of their home.
White House OKs small casinos to apply for emergency SBA loans
Submitted by admin on Fri, 04/24/2020 - 11:11amCARSON CITY, Nev. — Nevada officials are applauding the Small business Administration's decision on April 24 to reverse course and allow small ...
Federal loan program opened to all small gaming businesses
Submitted by admin on Fri, 04/24/2020 - 9:38amThe Small Business Administration is opening up a forgivable loan program to all small gaming businesses, without revenue restrictions, under guidelines released this morning. The SBA had previously ...
UNR Extension offers weekly online town halls and webinars to help small businesses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/20/2020 - 2:04pm
Besides needing funds available for small businesses during the COVID-19 crisis, small-business owners need additional support and guidance, as well as opportunities to talk with other small-business owners.
Nevada Interrupted: Carson City coffee shop owner moves business online, awaits action on federal loans
Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/20/2020 - 10:25am
Many Nevadans are adjusting to the proliferation of COVID-19 by practicing social distancing, stocking up on supplies and staying at home. The Nevada Independent is sharing their stories each day.
Bill would expand payroll aid to small gaming businesses
Submitted by admin on Fri, 04/17/2020 - 6:45pmNevada’s congressional delegation is proposing legislation to expand a federal small business stimulus program to businesses that rely on gaming revenue.
Bill would expand payroll aid to small gaming businesses
Submitted by admin on Fri, 04/17/2020 - 5:35pmNevada’s congressional delegation is proposing legislation to expand a federal small business stimulus program to businesses that rely on gaming revenue. Democratic Rep. Dina Titus, whose district makes up much of ...
Patricia Ackerman finishes first quarter of 2020 as Democratic leader in individual contributions in race for Congress
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/16/2020 - 6:17pm
Patricia Ackerman finished the first quarter of 2020 with the most money raised, as well as the most cash on hand, of any Democratic candidate in the race for Nevada Congressional District 2.
Nevada got smallest number of emergency loans compared to similar-sized states, PPP now out of money
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/16/2020 - 10:49am
Nevada received the fewest number of loans and the least amount of money under the Small Business Administration Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) compared to states with comparable populations sizes, according to an analysis of
Lakeside Inn and Casino at Lake Tahoe closes permanently due to pandemic crisis
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/15/2020 - 11:08am
STATELINE, Nev. — Lakeside Inn and Casino on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe announced Tuesday that it won't reopen after the coronavirus concerns are over. It is the first Lake Tahoe gaming property to permanently close.
Greater Commercial Lending, An SBA Paycheck Protection Program Preferred Lender
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/10/2020 - 7:54amGreater Commercial Lending (GCL) continues to accept applications for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), authorized by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as a result of the recently enacted Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). The company is one of the earliest business lenders to fully adopt the PPP in the State of Nevada since opening applications on Friday, April 3. By mid-day on Monday, April 6, over 400 Nevada businesses had submitted applications to GCL.
Nearly 80,000 new unemployment claims filed in Nevada last week, pushing total past 240,000
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/09/2020 - 12:20pm
In the latest measure of the devastating and unprecedented economic consequences of the coronavirus pandemic, weekly unemployment claims in Nevada last week continued to surge by the tens of thousands with 79,865 new initial claims, according to preliminary statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor released Thursday.
Ridge Elected to NCET Board; McQuillen and Robertson Re-Elected
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/07/2020 - 2:16pm
Alana Ridge has 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.
Wes McQuillen and Kyle Robertson have been re-elected to the NCET board.
Ridge, elected as NCET’s vice president of public relations, is a public relations and strategic communications professional in Reno, with a background spanning several industries -- from travel and tourism to the non-profit sector.
Well Being offering online fitness classes
Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/06/2020 - 5:23pm
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August 31, 2020 (All day) Well Being has closed its doors to walk-in traffic like many small business in the state. But we have continued to offer services on-line for our members and area residents. We are running classes every weekday (see schedule below) online that you can join via the very easy to use app called “ZOOM”.
Nevada Small Business Development Center offers guide to COVID-19 aid, relief and Economic Security Act financial assistance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/02/2020 - 4:00pm
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic that continues to threaten local economies across the country, the U.S. Small Business Administration has increased efforts to alleviate the hardship experienced by small businesses.
The Indy Explains: What you need to know about Nevada’s eviction moratorium
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/31/2020 - 12:36pm
On Sunday evening, Gov. Steve Sisolak issued one of his widest-ranging emergency directives yet — suspending all evictions and foreclosures in the state.
University of Nevada, Reno back tracks, offers refunds for students following public outcry
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 8:14am
The University of Nevada, Reno announced yesterday that students were being asked to vacate the dormitories and that no refunds would be given. However, following public outcry, the university changed their policies and have now announced refunds will be given.
Carson City area businesses react to closure orders, many unsure of mandated procedures
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 3:56pm
By noon Wednesday, all "non-essential" businesses in Nevada were required to shut down by state decree in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. However, some local business owners were confused as to the procedure for the shut down, which businesses in fact are required to close and in what ways can they remain open.
Sisolak-ordered 'non-essential' business shutdown draws questions, confusion from local governments, industry
Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 1:26pm
Gov. Steve Sisolak’s request Tuesday night for all non-essential businesses in the state, including casinos, to close their doors for 30 days in order to avoid further spread of the novel coronavirus has been met with some confusion over what is and isn’t an “essential” business.
National Small Business Administration to provide up to $2 million in COVID disaster relief; Nevada office ready for calls
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/13/2020 - 11:17amSBA Administrator Jovita Carranza issued the following statement today in response to the President’s address to the nation:
Noble Studios to award more than $200,000 in services to Nevada nonprofits
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/24/2020 - 10:42am
Noble Studios, a creative digital performance agency, is calling on all Nevada nonprofits from Las Vegas to Reno to Elko and beyond to submit an application for their community service program, Noble Deeds, by March 6, 2020. The Noble Deeds program provides more than $200,000 in pro bono digital marketing services to one or more Nevada nonprofits during the calendar year.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Feb. 24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/23/2020 - 8:55pm
Time flies as the sun shines going into the last Monday in February. Expect daytime highs around 60. Activities include are a political luncheon with Clint Koble, a primary candidate for the 2nd Congressional District, plus yoga, fitness events, West Coast swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes and more.
Congressional candidate to speak at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 4:26pm
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February 24, 2020 - 11:30am Clint Koble, a Democratic primary candidate for the 2nd Congressional District, will be the featured speaker at the next Democratic luncheon. Koble was also the CD2 Democratic candidate in 2018.
Five Northern Nevada Locals Elected to NCET board
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/08/2020 - 1:14pm
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.
Carson City's Adams Hub for Innovation to host Polish startups for second year
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/20/2020 - 5:22pm
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January 22, 2020 - 1:00pm For the second year in a row, Adams Hub for Innovation in Carson City is collaborating with Entrepreneurs Assembly, The Governor’s Office of Economic Development and the Warsaw School of Economics to bring 10 very exciting Polish tech startups to explore potential collaborations and the Nevada business climate for their respective wares. This is part of a program funded by the EU, the Polish Government, and the Warsaw School of Economics.
