News 2008-06-17 Andanh.com

Incline's 'Big Bonanza'
When William Anderson, founder of the Ponderosa Ranch, died June 4, an important chapter in the history of Incline Village closed.

Preparing for vigilance
Barely noticeable earthquakes have jolted Northern Nevada during the last few months, though none caused much damage.

Local firefighters battle blaze
Three firefighters from the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District were working to protect homes east of Chico, Calif. from a wildfire burning in that region.

Red Cross hopes for 100 trainees
The American Red Cross of Northern Nevada, Incline Village is hosting along with Wells Fargo Bank and American Family Insurance a CPR class Saturday June, 14 at the Donald W. Reynolds Community Center, 948 Incline Way, Incline Village, NV from 9 a.m.

Sponsor an actor
Starting this week, the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival and Incline Village, are opening their doors to a cast of nearly 50 actors locally, regionally and nationally who arrive for rehearsals in what is shaping up to be a momentous year for the...

Business picks up in June for some retailers
High gas prices and a tougher economy caused some Incline businesses to see a slower than usual beginning of summer. However, June has brought more traffic to some of the stores, according to owners.

Military Officers Association
The Lake Tahoe Chapter of Military Officers Association of America holds a social event for its members, spouses and guests on the fourth Thursday of the month - May through Sept and December.

Triple threat eyes double duty in college
Every year, a select group of students at high schools across the nation balance academics with athletics, and Incline High School is no different.

Sunday Profile: Linda Crowell
As a racer with the Far West Masters program, Linda Crowell continues to be successful even though there was a time in her life - 18 years in fact - where she stopped racing.

Thanks to our community
On June 11, the final results of Incline High School's scholarship program were revealed during the 38th Senior Awards and Scholarship Night presentation.

IVGID doing away with our civil liberties
I was disappointed Wednesday when the IVGID Board of Trustees passed an unfinished and constitutionally challenged Solid Waste Ordinance No. 1.

Lessons learned from my father
My dad is famous in my mind for a few signature phrases. Words I've heard from the cradle. The very first is "not necessary."

Independent Incline finally on track
IVGID trustees voted unanimously last week to convert the general improvement district into the Town of Incline Village as of July 1, 2009. The action is subject to approval by local voters in November.

Vacation home bargins in Tahoe
SmartMoney.com, the online publication of Smart Money Magazine, recently ranked Lake Tahoe, Calif., in its list of five best places where vacation home bargains can be found, reports Dickson Realty.

South Tahoe holds home raffle for Boys and Girls Club
South Lake Tahoe - How do you buy a $650,000 Tahoe dream home for only $150? By purchasing a ticket in the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe raffle.

Green product showcase at Spirit Interior Design
The Sierra Green Building Association is hosting a green product showcase from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Spirit Interior Design Show Room in Downtown Truckee.

Rollover on Mt. Rose
A car went over an embankment on the side of the Mt. Rose Highway near mile marker nine Friday evening.

Bear killed after swiping at Tahoe west shore resident
TAHOMA - Gun shots were fired by wildlife officials Wednesday evening on Tahoe's West Shore after a Tahoma resident reported a bear had clawed at her leg, marking the second bear killing of the season in the Tahoe Basin.

Incline town plan moves forward
The Incline Village General Improvement District Board of Trustees adopted the district's updated trash ordinance Wednesday, despite one of its trustees requesting the matter be tabled for a future meeting.

Gas at 76 station still out
The co-owner of the 76 gas station on Tahoe Boulevard said gas delayed because of delivery.

AT&T rolls out U-verse bundle Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
Residents of Reno and Sparks get another option for television service with the launch of AT&T's new U-verse service today.

Dillon temporarily to head builders group Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
The Builders Association of Northern Nevada has promoted Mike Dillon Jr. to acting executive director.

Association helps women with expenses Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
The Women's Council of the Builders Association of Western Nevada in Carson City is offering two $500 scholarships to be awarded to women who are working for a BAWN-member company and want to further their college-level education in the building and building-support industries.

Foundation offers scholarships to help nurse advance education Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
The Herb and Maxine Jacobs Foundation gave a grant to the Renown Health Foundation to assist nurses in pursing a bachelor's or advanced degree in a nursing-related field.

State jobless report expected Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
The nationwide unemployment rate in May spiked a half-point to 5.5 percent, the biggest monthly swing in two decades.

Play-along video games amp up music industry Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
LOS ANGELES -- Tapping on fake instruments and screeching into microphones connected to video game consoles has become lucrative for both the music and gaming industries. Downloadable tunes for music-based games "Guitar Hero," "Rock Band" and "SingStar" have become as vital as iTunes itself, and one of the last ways to expose youngsters to classic rock.

Projects await new GM Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
John Hanson takes over as the new general manager at the Peppermill Resort Casino amid a very busy time for one of Reno's premier resorts.

Duhon joins industrial board of directors Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
The Northern Nevada Chapter of the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties has announced Gary Duhon as a member of the 2008 Board of Directors.

'Coach' inspires Sparks chamber to grow Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
Many people will remember Len Stevens as the University of Nevada basketball coach, compiling a winning record (91-73) in six seasons as coach from 1987 to 1993.

Fleischmann takes over San Diego ads Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
Reno's Younger Agency has hired Kelly Fleischmann as local sales manager for the San Diego airport's advertising program. Fleischmann will be in charge of all local sales efforts for the new program that includes digital signage, backlit, wall wraps and floor displays at the airport. Fleischmann previously was the sales and warranty manager for Simas Floor Company and has done freelance public relations for the Pita Pit in Reno. She has also worked as a visibility coordinator at Planned Parenthood.

Credit union to celebrate Minden branch Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
Greater Nevada Credit Union will hold a ribbon-cutting social at 5 p.m. Wednesday to kick off a week of celebration of its new branch in Minden. A grand opening is scheduled for June 21 at the new branch at 1545 U.S. 395.

State targets health insurance scam Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
The Nevada Division of Insurance is promoting its consumer education program through an advertising campaign launched Friday. The effort includes TV spots and Web site banners.

Reno-Tahoe biodiesel production technology making its mark Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:37:00 PST
Feeling the pinch at the pump? Escalating fuel prices are turning attention to alternative, renewable fuels like never before, which is good news for both small-scale and large commercial biodiesel providers in greater Reno-Tahoe.

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