Stories for February 2023

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Tuesday, February 28

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Northern Nevada vets home benefits from project

The military community joined hands to convert three small rooms into storage areas for arts and crafts.

WNC News and Notes: Western Nevada College hosts CTE month grand finale on March 6

The final celebration of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month is happening at Western Nevada College on Monday, Feb. 27. Western invites the community to attend an interactive and informative CTE Open House on the Carson City campus.

Judge won’t block lithium mine on Nevada-Oregon line

U.S. District Judge Miranda Du in Reno denied a request for an emergency injunction to prohibit work at the largest known lithium deposit in the nation.

Monday, February 27

Smart Money: Plan for peace of mind

With so many uncertainties that can surround the future, pre-planning for your funeral can bring a certainty that will help your family feel at ease. It isn’t easy to sit down and have these conversations with your loved ones about funeral arrangements, but the peace of mind you will give to them is worth the conversation.

People: Jessica Jardine, David Henselman appointed to new roles at Commercial Project Management Nevada

Commercial Project Management Nevada has appointed Jessica Jardine and David Henselman to new roles within the agency.

People: Ali Kooyers joins HB Build

HB Build, a division of Henriksen Butler is proud to welcome Ali Kooyers to their local Reno and Las Vegas teams of prefab interior construction experts.

Thursday, February 23

Retail development following Victory Logistics District in Fernley

13-acre Fernley Promenade project underway

The largest retail shopping center to be built in more than a decade in Fernley is underway.

People: Ashley Luhmann joins KR Squared

KR Squared has hired Ashley Luhmann as their newest marketing manager. With extensive experience in social media management, campaign strategy, and commercial production, Luhmann brings her talent and seasoned perspective to the team.

DCG expands company footprint in downtown Reno

Dickson Commercial Group has expanded its office, nearly doubling their footprint from 5,500 square feet to over 10,000 square feet at 333 Holcomb Ave., in downtown Reno.

Wednesday, February 22

TRIC exec: Don’t force Storey County to share tax windfall

If Storey County receives the Tesla tax windfall in 2024, the county's revenues would effectively double.

Wells Mart refinances business loan

The Wells Mart convenience store at 1790 S. Wells Ave. in Reno completed refinancing of its business loan for the property in a transaction valued at $900,000.

People: Chris Shanks named senior vice president with Dickson Commercial Group

Chris Shanks has been named senior vice president with Dickson Commercial Group.

Tuesday, February 21

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With child care and leave scarce, Nevada treasurer welcoming babies at the office

Treasurer Zach Conine said the program aims to make working at the treasury attractive.

Aesthetically Speaking purchases Reno site

Aesthetically Speaking, a boutique salon owned by Alana Davis, has purchased property at 742 Mill St., in Reno in a transaction valued at $629,900.

People: Joannie Houk joins CrossCountry Mortgage

CrossCountry Mortgage is excited to welcome Joannie Houk to its Northern Nevada office.

Monday, February 20

NCET Biz Tips: Supporting local small businesses while networking and learning

Have you heard? Nevada’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (NCET) has moved its monthly Biz Bite luncheons to the Reno Public Market.

People: Robert Cuillard named CEO of Reno Experience District

Reno Experience District has named Robert Cuillard as chief executive officer. Cuillard will oversee development, culture, and future expansion for the “city within a city,” located on the corner of Plumb Lane and South Virginia Street.

People: LP Insurance Services adds to team

LP Insurance Services proudly announces the addition of its newest members/owners to the LP shareholder group: Bridget Brundige, Shalila Cheta, Lani Copeland, Mary Jo Hawkins, Melissa Marsh, Doug Richesin and Deborah Wilson.

Friday, February 17

Nevada sportsbooks take in $153.2M in Super Bowl bets, hold small percentage

The Gaming Control Board said wagers placed on Super Bowl LVII were the fourth highest of all time,

Nevada board reports hundreds of pending doctor complaints

the Nevada State Medical Board has 455 pending cases, including three on hold since 2016.

Nevada mine cited for major safety violation in worker death

Marissa Hill, 34, died in February 2022 at the Cortez District underground mine in Eureka County.

Thursday, February 16

Capstone Advisors starts master-planned community in Lemmon Valley

Capstone Advisors first residential project in Northern Nevada is a master-planned community on just over 112 acres in Lemmon Valley. The real estate investment and development company headquartered at Carlsbad, Calif., purchased the bulk of its land holdings in 2017 and constructed the fully leased 11,000-square-foot SkyVista Village on Vista Knoll Parkway adjacent to Walmart, said Mark Hayden, vice president of development for Capstone Advisors.

People: Paul McFarlane receives Silver Thistle Award

University of Nevada, Reno employee Paul McFarlane received the Silver Thistle Award after being named the 2023 “Scot of the Year” by the Nevada Society of Scottish Clans at its 41st annual Robert Burns Celebration at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno.

People: Nathan Cartwright to serve as 2023 president of the Nevada Contractors Association

Helix Electric of Nevada is pleased to announce Nathan Cartwright has been appointed to serve as the 2023 president of the Nevada Contractors Association.

Reno entrepreneur launches Brightway Agency

Reno entrepreneur Zach Semenza has opened the Brightway Agency. Brightway, The Semenza Agency offers customized home, flood, auto, boat, condo, renters, personal articles, RV, motorcycle, umbrella, and life insurance policies from numerous insurance companies.

Wednesday, February 15

People: Karen Vibe named to the list of the Forbes Best-in-State Women Wealth Advisors

Karen Vibe, a private wealth adviser with Ameriprise Financial in Reno, was named to the list of “Forbes Best-in-State Women Wealth Advisers” published by Forbes.

People: Zach Fretz joins U.S. Bank Private Wealth Management

U.S. Bank Private Wealth Management welcomes Zach Fretz as private wealth adviser at its Reno office. As private wealth adviser, Fretz is responsible for providing comprehensive wealth management strategies tailored to his clients’ specific needs. These strategies encompass investment management, private banking, trust and estate services, and wealth planning.

Buzz Harris: Keep an open mind with a variety of exit strategies (Voices)

For many business owners, day-to-day responsibilities can be very atypical. On some days they have marketing issues to concentrate on while other days purchasing decisions might be their focus. For most owners, there are many days where all these issues and more, can occur simultaneously. For those reasons alone, it is easy to understand why some business owners do not take the time to map out an exit strategy. Coupled with the reality that many people's lives are very busy, whether you own a business or not, one can appreciate some of the challenges that a business owner faces when contemplating such a step.

MBG completes tenant improvements for Uber Wins

Montane Building Group has completed tenant improvements for Uber Wins.

Tuesday, February 14

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NCET Biz Tips: What is EOS?

EOS, the Entrepreneurial Operating System, is a complete set of simple concepts and practical tools that help thousands of entrepreneurs around the world get what they want from their businesses. Implementing EOS will help you and your leadership team get better at three things:

People: Stephanie Gibson named director of John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art

The John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art welcomes Stephanie Gibson as its new director.

Panattoni Development begins ground-up construction

Panattoni Development Co., has started ground-up construction on Pyramid Pointe Commerce Center.

Grass Valley Auto purchases property in Winnemucca

Grass Valley Auto Service has purchased property at 1042 Grass Valley Road in Winnemucca in a transaction valued at $860,000.

Monday, February 13

Las Vegas airport reports record passenger volume in 2022

Several rankings put the airport among the top 10 busiest for passenger traffic in the U.S.

Nevada lithium mine wins ruling; green energy fights rage on

The ruling marks a significant victory for Canada-based Lithium Americas Corp.

Redwood Materials wins $2B fed loan

Redwood Materials secured the conditional loan from the Energy Department’s Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing program.

Friday, February 10

Sparks mayor: Cities need state help with Tesla expansion

Mayor Ed Lawson suggested the 2023 Legislature may need to step up to help solve the problem.

People: Andrew Holbert, Brenysha Rose, Zachary Alexander join Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation

The Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation has announced three new additions to the agency: Andrew Holbert as program manager for Public Safety, Veterans, and Career Education; Brenysha Rose as lead grants and programs manager; and Zachary Alexander as engagement and programs specialist.

Thursday, February 9

EDAWN: Opportunities coming out of economic challenges

Edward Estipona, president of Reno’s Estipona Agency, wanted to hear from the local experts about Northern Nevada’s economic future and where companies are doubling down on talent and growth. The creative marketing agency celebrates its 30th anniversary in business this year, and he’s hopeful that by working together, area agencies and small businesses will face the recession with brute confidence.

People: Nevada Resort Association’s Board of Directors names leadership

The Nevada Resort Association’s Board of Directors unanimously re-elected Wynn Resorts executive vice president and general counsel Ellen Whittemore as its chair for the 2023-24 term. MGM Resorts International senior vice president of public affairs Ayesha Molino was elected to serve as vice chair. Paul Anderson, senior vice president of Industry & Government Affairs for Boyd Gaming, was re-elected as treasurer. NRA President & CEO Virginia Valentine was re-elected to serve as secretary.

D4 Media Corp. finalizes sale of subsidiary

D4 Media Corp. has finalized the sale of its web development and marketing subsidiary business “D4 Advanced Media” to Reno-based company BDG Web Design.

McMaster Consulting purchases Reno property

A prominent name in the field of providing IT services and products to businesses throughout Nevada and California, McMaster Consulting has purchased a property at 620 E. Plumb Lane in Reno to serve as company headquarters.

Wednesday, February 8

Survey: Experts say market conditions ‘unfavorable’ for Northern Nevada – or are they?

Northern Nevada industrial experts expect conditions to be unfavorable in the market for this year, according to NAIOP’s Commercial Real Estate Survey conducted Oct. 3 to Oct. 18.

Meyer Marketing purchases Reno property

An established leader in the food service products field in Northern California and Northern Nevada, Meyer Marketing is expanding its footprint in the industry with the purchase of a property at 555 W. 6th St., in Reno for $563,000.

People: Brooke Goodnight, AJ Simpson join PBS Reno

PBS Reno has welcomed two new employees to its Communicator and Telly Award-earning team: Brooke Goodnight for the role of community partnership coordinator and AJ Simpson for the role of broadcast engineering technician.

People: Dan Mason retires from News Talk 780 KOH/KKOH-AM

Cumulus Media announces longtime program director and on-air host for Reno’s News Talk 780 KOH/KKOH-AM, Dan Mason, has retired.

Tuesday, February 7

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Dragonfly Energy continues breakthroughs in lithium-ion batteries

Dragonfly Energy’s roots are in providing lithium-ion battery storage systems for the RV industry.

People: Faith Whittier named chief medical officer at Northern Nevada HOPES

Northern Nevada HOPES has announced that Faith Whittier will assume the position of chief medical officer. Whittier comes to HOPES after serving as the O.B. medical director at Avenue 360 Health and Wellness in Houston.

People: Chase Houston joins Logic Commercial Real Estate

Nevada-based Logic Commercial Real Estate is excited to welcome Chase Houston to the Reno office. Houston will be teaming with partner, Michael Keating, and senior associate Michael Dorn, as a senior vice president. The team specializes in office and industrial sales and investment transactions, office and industrial leasing, investment and owner/user sales, and tenant/buyer representation.

People: Teela McCullar named managing director of Barnard Vogler & Co.

Barnard Vogler & Co. has announced Teela McCullar has been named managing director.

Monday, February 6

NCET Biz Tips: The Nevada Legislature and your business

What can business expect from this legislative session?

CLEAR Facial Bar opens in Reno

Reno’s first 30-minute express facial bar has opened in the Plumgate shopping center.

People: Elaine Simpson joins Sierra Nevada Properties

Sierra Nevada Properties is excited to welcome Elaine Simpson to its Reno office and team of over 115 agents operating throughout Northern Nevada.

Friday, February 3

GM conditionally OKs $650M Nevada mine investment

The investment is contingent on the Thacker Pass project clearing environmental and legal challenges.

Gilman: Partner wants to build ring road around Fernley

Gilman said plans for the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center II include the ring road.

Subaru donates new car to WNC mechanics program

WNC also renamed its technical education department to Workforce, Career & Technical Education.

Thursday, February 2

Multifamily project in progress at Kiley Ranch in Sparks

Robert Lewis has spent a lifetime reading regional real estate markets. In an interview with NNBW last week, Lewis, president of the Nevada Division of the Lewis Group of Companies, said multifamily properties remain in high demand as the cost of goods and interest rates have skyrocketed. It’s one of the primary reasons that Lewis Apartment Communities broke ground on a 306-unit multifamily project at Kiley Ranch in Sparks.

Commercial Real Estate Women of Northern Nevada board

Commercial Real Estate Women of Northern Nevada has announced its 2023 Board of Directors. The board consists of five officers, ten directors and one board of council member.

People: Julien Pellegrini named curator of education of Nevada State Museum

The Nevada State Museum in Carson City has hired Julien Pellegrini as curator of education. This position is responsible for creating and managing educational programs and events. Pellegrini is a fifth-generation Nevadan with in-depth knowledge for the natural world, history, and Great Basin prehistory. He has worked in the natural resources field for various agencies and organizations throughout the state.

KAHL Commercial Interiors relocates

KAHL Commercial Interiors announces its move from the longtime Mill Street corner location to a new iconic location on 470 E. Plumb Lane, in Reno.

Wednesday, February 1

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NCET Biz Tips: The “Lead is Dead” revolution is here to stay

There are big hurdles on the path to clean energy. The looming challenge of evolving from fossil fuels to renewable energy faces the laws of physics, chemistry, and environmental and geopolitical hurdles. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to addressing climate change or displacing petroleum with electrification. It was estimated in 2020 that our world depended on fossil fuels for 84% of its energy needs. Getting to the Holy Grail of net-zero emissions is a heavy lift.

People: Katrina Loftin joins board of trustees for the National Automobile Museum

Katrina Loftin, co-founder and managing partner of M&A Business Advisors has joined the board of trustees for the National Automobile Museum.

People: John Tennert transitions to managing partner of Fennemore Craig

Fennemore Craig, the fastest growing BigLaw firm in the country has added John Tennert to its roster of office managing partners specifically overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Reno office location.

Monopoly Lake Tahoe edition on sale now

The League to Save Lake Tahoe is the first nonprofit to be featured in a Monopoly game.