(WP) - Walmart vowed last week to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20 million metric tons across its vast network of suppliers and stores by 2015, part of the retailer's ongoing efforts to become more environmentally friendly.
Small shopkeepers and restaurateurs appear to be seeking more locations in the Reno area, and landlords hope they'll begin seeing a reduction in historically high vacancy rates.
Residential real estate brokerages and their suppliers - everyone from mortgage companies to home inspectors - aren't leaping to add staff even though the number of home sales is up strongly.
If you want some good advise, "Don't clean your coins" is just that. Does this mean that coins should never be cleaned? No, but usually cleaning your coins removes not only dirt, but also value.
Co-owner of Solar store gets wind-machine training The Solar Store is pleased to announce the return of its engineer and part owner, Dennis Medeiros to Carson City after attending wind machine training in Phoenix.
Cioppino tour ends with mole exploration
If you've been resolving to get back into the kitchen, a new cookbook offers encouragement and strategies.
Why shouldn't Nevada have state lottery?
After reading a second opinion piece in as many weeks advocating the placement of the proposed Nugget redevelopment project on the November ballot, I feel a response is necessary.
I almost felt sorry for Vice President Joe Biden last Sunday as he tried to convince skeptical "Meet the Press" moderator David Gregory that the Obama administration is tough on international terrorism and terrorists. It was apparent that Gregory wasn't buying what Biden was selling, and I don't blame him.
The Nevada Appeal's "Silver Dollar" and "Wooden Nickel" feature recognizes positive achievements from the capital region and, when warranted, points out others that missed the mark.
Public plan would lower health costs
It appears that Gov. Jim Gibbons has decided to blame Democrats, the feds and teacher unions for everything. The governor's State of the State message on Feb. 8 sounded more like campaign rhetoric than a plan for economic recovery.
After a four-year hiatus from any building activity, six new homes are being built in the Silver Oak Homes development in North Carson City and will be completed by summer.
Much has been said over the last few years, and more recently in the last tax law passed by Congress, about getting money back for upgrading your home or business to be more energy efficient.
Just as they've revolutionized American culture, baby boomers are reinventing retirement. They are expected to live longer, play harder and - most telling of all - many are also planning to work in some way in their later years.
Dairy processor files for reorganization Citing what its chief executive officer calls a "perfect storm" of difficult financial conditions, Western Dairy Specialties of Yerington seeks to reorganize under Chapter 11 of the federal bankruptcy code.
Carson City business licenses filed between Feb. 15 and Feb. 19. Accounts Receivable Management, out of town, New Jersey, William Cosenza. 800-220-3350.
Stash the menus and put the phone down. Ordering in isn't necessarily faster when you're tired or rushed to get dinner for two on the table.
This soup is quick and easy and more than the sum of its parts. And to make it even better, it's inexpensive to prepare.
This dish is exactly what I imagine being served in midwinter at a fine country inn: classic American breakfast food made special by extra touches. It is a simple mixture of beautifully cut fruit, sugar and spice. The warm fruit has the best qualities of an old-fashioned broiled grapefruit, but with more style and flavor.
After reading Steve Neighbors' lengthy defense of the $80 million Carson Nugget redevelopment project in last Sunday's Appeal, I was left with an important question: What's the hurry?
The Nevada Appeal's "Silver Dollar" and "Wooden Nickel" feature recognizes positive achievements from the capital region and, when warranted, points out others that missed the mark.
Carson City generates harmonious energy
Although construction activity has been stagnant throughout Northern Nevada, commercial building activity buzzes in Fernley.
Golf course under new ownership The Sunridge Golf Club is under new ownership.
Back in 2008, the market meltdown was tied directly to the U.S. real estate markets. Too many people taking out mortgages they could not afford. Too many brokers willing to bend the old rules to qualify these people for loans they should not be getting. Too many houses being built to keep up with the demand now that everyone who fogs a mirror can get a home loan.
Getting online content on television is easier than ever. A growing number of Internet-capable televisions and Blu-ray players allow consumers to stream video from the Web to the big screen via a broadband connection.
Here's a trivia question. What does the Department of the Treasury, Federal Reserve System, FDIC, National Credit Union Administration and the FTC have in common? (Besides all being Federal Government Agencies.)
Carson City business licenses issued between Feb. 8 and Feb. 12. Ashley Ambrose, 20 College Pkwy, new general business, Ashley Ambrose, owner.
Don't rush into tax-hiking downtown project
Today Americans face daunting circumstances. We have no way to pay the monstrous debt that Congress has incurred without materially lowering our standard of living (via taxes and/or inflation). How did we get here? How do we get out?
For the overworked cook looking to make an easy one-pan main course, you can't do better than a frittata.
Rhubarb. Pie Plant. Fruit or vegetable? At least half my newer cookbooks don't list rhubarb in the index, and the ones that do often combine it with strawberries, or cook it until it's too soft for my taste. It is the first - and most anticipated - sign of spring in our garden.
4 servings I don't miss the fattiness of a cream sauce, but sometimes I miss the combination of a creamy dairy-based sauce with my pasta. When I do, I use part-skim ricotta cheese instead. It's not quite the same, but its long shelf life in the refrigerator makes it easy to keep on hand.
Get ready to hit the slopes. A mountain of soft white goat cheese paired with asparagus spear "skis" makes for a fine arranged salad reminiscent of Alpine skiing.
When in comes to matters of the heart, a luxurious roast duck dinner can be as healthy as it is impressive.
You moved to the country, now deal with it
Based on recent comments in the Nevada Appeal regarding the Nugget project, please allow me to set the record straight. Since this is a community project, it is important that the community understand the facts surrounding this project, which are as follows:
I just returned from Southern California, where I underwent two months' worth of highly targeted proton radiation therapy for prostate cancer at the Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC). My prognosis is very positive and I'm glad to be home.
The Nevada Appeal's "Silver Dollar" and "Wooden Nickel" feature recognizes positive achievements from the capital region and, when warranted, points out
No proof that wild horses damage rangeland
My brother-in-law is a wonderful guy. Usually he's very thoughtful, but sometimes he goes off the deep end.
Ten years ago, on Feb. 2, 2000, a vision became a reality. The Carson Tahoe Cancer Resource Center opened its doors to our community and the Northern Nevada region. Housed in the historic Adams House on Minnesota Street adjacent to the former Carson Tahoe Hospital campus, it was the perfect setting for a service that would come to be associated with the kinds of support cancer patients and families needed.
Downtown Coin hosting monthly coin collector meeting Downtown Coin will host its monthly coin club at 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the store on 111 W. Telegraph St., said owner Dan Wilson.
Studies show that wealth alone is no guarantee of a secure retirement. That's why I think it's time to start thinking about what you'll need.
A Northern Nevada company received a boost to its efforts to be at the forefront of the United State's commercial spacecraft industry after NASA announced last week the company will get $20 million in funding.
Business licenses issued in Carson City between Feb. 1 and Feb. 4. Alie's Flowers and Gifts, 1233 S. Carson St., general business, Catherine Greene, owner.
At our store we are often asked what we perceive is a good value in gold coins.
Criticism was directed at Paslov, and no one else
Tomorrow, Feb. 6, would have been President Ronald Reagan's 99th birthday - and supporters, friends and fans of the late president will celebrate with a party/reception in Las Vegas to kick off a yearlong effort to select and designate an appropriate mountain peak in Nevada to name "Mount Reagan."
