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GoodStanding partners with TapIt and local businesses to provide an alternative to bottled water

September 1, 2010
By ThisIsReno
GoodStanding partners with TapIt and local businesses to provide an alternative to bottled water

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE Founded in 2008 in New York City, TapIt is a network of café’s and eateries that let you fill your reusable bottle with tap water. GoodStanding, a new division of Olsen & Associates, recently partnered with TapIt to bring this unique collaboration to Reno. “When I learned about TapIt, I knew...
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Top social media thinkers announced for national social media conference hosted by University of Nevada, Reno, Dec. 8-10

August 28, 2010
By ThisIsReno

Social Media at Reno-Tahoe 2010 – the sm@rt conference – offers prominent social media presenters, hands-on best practices and tools to build successful social media marketing infrastructure in small businesses, nonprofits, tourism, gaming and more. Reno, Nev., Aug. 23, 2010 – In response to the pressing demand on companies to embrace effective social media...
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Harry Reid welcomes Gradient Resources to new headquarters in Reno

August 27, 2010
By ThisIsReno
Harry Reid welcomes Gradient Resources to new headquarters in Reno

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE Sen. Harry Reid today welcomed Gradient Resources to its new headquarters in Reno. The geothermal power company, formerly known as Vulcan Power, recently moved here from Bend, Ore. The company has projects planned in Northern Nevada that will generate nearly 1,000 construction jobs and 80 permanent jobs. Their developments will result...
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Opinion: Opportunity in being more business friendly

August 26, 2010
By ThisIsReno

SUBMITTED RELEASE FROM JODI STEPHENS, REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR NEVADA ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 32 The current economic recession has affected every state in the nation. State governments all across the country are looking for ways to fix budget shortfalls, and many will turn to huge tax increases. Nevada has a unique opportunity in this economic climate...
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BANN wins award for social media

August 24, 2010
By ThisIsReno

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE RENO, Nev. – The Builders Association of Northern Nevada (The Builders) recently received an Award of Excellence for Best Social Media Campaign from the Executive Officers Council (EOC) of the National Association of Home Builders.  Awards were presented during the annual National Associa­tion of Home Builders’ 2010 EOC Seminar held in...
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NNDA plans Bubbles, BBQ and Business Recognition Dinner

August 24, 2010
By ThisIsReno

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE Join Northern Nevada Development Authority in welcoming new and expanded companies to the Sierra region at the Bubbles, BBQ & Business Recognition Dinner Sept. 29 at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City. This recognition dinner will showcase the seven new and two expanded companies NNDA has assisted in the Sierra region...
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Ding Communications launches new web site for Urology Nevada

August 18, 2010
By ThisIsReno

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE Ding Communications recently launched a new web site for Urology Nevada, www.urologynevada.com. The new site helps patients learn more about urologic care and illnesses, while quickly facilitating a referral and establishing direct lines of communication between the patient’s primary care physician and the doctors at Urology Nevada. Additionally, the site highlights...
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Harry Reid announces $3.5 million for safety improvements at Reno-Stead airport

August 9, 2010
By ThisIsReno
Harry Reid announces $3.5 million for safety improvements at Reno-Stead airport

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C.—Sen. Harry Reid today announced a $3,570,240 Department of Transportation grant for safety improvements to two runways at the Reno-Stead Airport. The project will create 30 construction jobs. The grant will improve sightlines for pilots as well as adding safety zones and improving lighting on Runways 14-32 and 8-26. Reno-Stead...
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Harry Reid statement on passage of the Firearms Excise Tax Improvement Act

August 6, 2010
By ThisIsReno
Harry Reid statement on passage of the Firearms Excise Tax Improvement Act

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C.–Sen. Harry Reid made the following statement on the passage of the Firearms Excise Tax Improvement Act in the Senate. The legislation changes the tax payment schedule for firearms manufacturers to be the same as other industries. This change will allow companies to remit the tax with their quarterly returns,...
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Jenna Hubert joins Ding Communications as summer intern

August 4, 2010
By ThisIsReno
Jenna Hubert joins Ding Communications as summer intern

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE Jenna Hubert has joined Ding Communications as the firm’s summer intern.  As part of the company’s intern program, Hubert will be introduced to the various disciplines that comprise the operation of the Reno-based advertising and marketing firm. She’ll participate in account planning and daily management activities, and contribute her graphic design...
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Lt. Dangle’s Reno Rap