J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. Expands to Nevada with Dyer Merger BOISE, IDAHO—J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. (J-U-B) is pleased to announce it’s merger with Dyer Engineering Consultants, Inc. (DEC) of Reno, Nevada. This strategic merger expands J-U-B’s footprint into Nevada and the Reno metropolitan area and enhances opportunities for employees and clients of both firms. “The merger of J-U-B and DEC is a unique opportunity for two firms with highly compatible cultures to join forces and provide new services to clients and new opportunities to current and future employees,” says Lee Cammack, CEO of J-U-B. “Working with all involved to make this happen has been one of the highlights of my career,” Cammack concludes. Shane Dyer, President of DEC, says, “Our team is excited about this merger! J-U-B is an amazing firm with a great culture. We have been impressed with the company’s leadership and commitment to their employees.” DEC is a firm specializing in aviation, roadway, water resources, mining, and land development engineering, serving clients throughout Nevada and surrounding states. Founded in 1998, DEC has established itself as a goto firm for municipalities, service districts, airports, private clients, and project partners. As the largest Idaho-based civil engineering firm, J-U-B employs 400 people in 18 offices throughout Colorado, Idaho, Wyoming, Utah, Washington, Oregon, and now Nevada. J-U-B provides quality engineering services to federal, state, and local government agencies as well as many leading industrial, commercial, and institutional organizations. With a focus on building strong client relationships, J-U-B offers complete engineering and planning services in transportation, water resources, structures, environmental, landscape architecture, site development, surveying, and construction services. Subsidiary companies, Gateway Mapping, Inc. and The Langdon Group, Inc., add strength to the J-U-B portfolio by offering industry-leading GIS and public involvement expertise. For more information, please visit www.JUB.com.
Summer may still feel far away, but the deadline is fast approaching for civic-minded teens in Northern Nevada to apply for the second annual Bank of America’s Student Leaders program – which provides PAID summer internships at local nonprofits. Last summer, the Student Leaders worked at PBS Reno/KNPB. BofA selects two local high school juniors and seniors for the program, which also includes attending a leadership summit in Washington DC with hundreds of other Student Leaders from other states. The program is part of the bank’s investment into education and workforce development for young adults and others from disadvantaged backgrounds who may not otherwise get exposure to job and leadership experience. It’s never too early to start thinking about paid summer internships and experience. The 2020 application is open now through January 31!
United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) is pleased to announce the availability of grant funding for a 2-year grant cycle. Funding will begin July 1, 2020 and conclude on June 30, 2022. UWNNS seeks to fund innovative and impactful partnerships in northern Nevada and the Lake Tahoe Basin that will support and focus on early literacy, early learning, and grade level reading for children. The Request for Proposal and supporting documents are available online at www.uwnns.org/RFP. Proposals are due by 12:00 p.m. (PST) on Friday, February 14, 2020. Applicants are required to attend one of three applicant orientation sessions to be held in January. We look forward to seeing bold and creative proposals.
Wild and Scenic - On Tour in Reno 2020 Saturday, January 25, 2020 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Third Floor at Whitney Peak Hotel 255 N Virginia St Reno, NV Directions Price: $18.00 to $20.00 —$20; Students, Seniors, and Vets $18; Children 5- Free! Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Tour returns to Reno. Reno gets wild on January 25th in a return to the Whitney Peak Hotel. This year features a unique line up of short films that combines stellar filmmaking, beautiful cinematography and first-rate storytelling to inform, inspire and ignite possibilities to restore the earth and human communities. Attendees will see award winning films about nature, community activism, adventure, conservation, water, energy and climate change, wildlife, environmental justice, agriculture, indigenous cultures. This year we will be raffling off two Burning Man tickets. There will also be partner tables, an art show and silent auction. Tickets $20; Students, Seniors (55+), and Veterans $18; Children 5 and under Free! Doors open @ 6pm for a No-Host Bar and social hour. Films start @ 7pm. Event ends at 10 pm.
STEP2 Named as the first Bank of America Neighborhood Champion for its Work to Help Break the Cycle of Addiction in Families New Program Provides $50,000 and Access to Virtual Leadership Training RENO, Nev. — Bank of America today announced the launch of its Neighborhood Champions program in Northern Nevada, an invitation-only program for nonprofits who are poised to take their work to the next level. STEP2 was selected as its inaugural awardee for its work breaking the cycle of addiction in families. As part of the new program, STEP2 will receive $50,000 in grant support and an opportunity to participate in virtual leadership training on topics ranging from human capital to financial sustainability by experts in the nonprofit sector. Since 1986, STEP2 has employed a holistic treatment program to break the cycle of addiction and help individuals and families chart a path toward self-sufficiency. This program focuses on basic life skills and building emotional, physical, and financial well-being to help clients break free from patterns and environments that perpetuate addiction, as well as providing access to housing, employment resources, family reunification and childcare. Since inception, STEP2 has helped more than 4,000 clients and has average success rate of 50 percent, compared to the national success rate of 17 percent. Funds will be used to help women achieve sobriety, gain employment and rebuild family relationships. “We’re thrilled to bring the Neighborhood Champions program to Northern Nevada,” said Andrew Diedrichsen, Bank of America Reno Market President. “STEP2’s comprehensive approach to addiction treatment helps move people onto a path of personal and financial stability.” “We are incredibly grateful to Bank of America for awarding STEP2 the Neighborhood Champion grant,” said Mari Hutchinson, STEP2’s Chief Executive Officer. “Funding received through this grant will have a generational impact as we work to break the cycle of addiction in families. In short, we will help them create a life they never thought to be possible.” Neighborhood Champions is one more way Bank of America invests into Northern Nevada. Local bank employees volunteer approximately 2,000 hours to community causes, and have awarded more than $150,000 to local nonprofits this year. Pictured from left to right in the photo is: Nick Rowe (Senior Vice President, Reno Market Manager, Bank of America); Mari Hutchinson (Chief Executive Officer, STEP2; and Andrew Diedrichsen (Reno Market President, Bank of America)
Local Students Serving Hope at Campo in Downtown Reno to Promote Suicide Prevention Local students are hosting a special dinner in Downtown Reno to promote suicide awareness and prevention. The event called, “Serving Hope” is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 10th at Campo, 50 N Sierra St. Middle school students from the Honors Academy of Literature are volunteering to be guest servers. The event will feature a special menu for $25 a plate and will benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Nevada Chapter. “NAMI is the largest grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons living with serious mental illness and their families,” said Robin Reedy, Executive Director of NAMI Nevada. “We invite the community to come together to enjoy a delicious dinner for an important cause.” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, death by suicide is the third leading cause of death among teens. Unfortunately, Nevada ranks last in the nation for youth mental health, according to Mental Health America. “We applaud these students for stepping up to volunteer for this event,” said Event Organizer Grant Denton. “These students are literally ‘serving hope,’ and we encourage the community to help us address this important issue.” The event is co-sponsored by Campo, Honors Academy of Literature, NAMI Nevada and Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital. Reservations are required. Call (775) 737-9555 to make reservations, and specify that it is for the event, Serving Hope.
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RE/MAX Realty Affiliates (RRA) is excited to announce that Shauna Ganes, Reno agent and member of the David Morris Group, has recently published her first book, Do It and Be Glad You Did: A Not-Stodgy Business Book About What it Takes to Make It in Real Estate. Ganes, who has over a decade of experience working in real estate, is the first RRA team member to become a published author.
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Knowledge is empowering. Nevada Cancer Coalition’s Resource Directory concentrates a lot of power.Navigating the medical system when facing cancer can be a daunting task for patients, survivors, and their family members. To support you in this challenging task, Nevada Cancer Coalition (NCC) has assembled resources in an easy-to-use online tool. NCC’s resource directory is continually updated to provide the most current information available. Access the directory here. *Please note, inclusion of a resource in the directory is not an endorsement of that resource or service.
New interactive regional parks directory
Ever wondered where to take the kids on a hot summer day, or find a park that has a bike trail? The Washoe County Health District’s Chronic Disease Prevention Program has teamed up with Washoe County’s GIS Technology Services to build an interactive regional parks directory promoting park usage in our community. Community members and visitors can now find and explore a park that meets their needs, visit (https://washoe.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=1ed70b2289d94a34b2a81bfdfa94e8f5 to view the parks directory.
Chamber Members Get Discount on Exploration of Local Trails Program
Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation is offering 20% of registrations for the Truckee Meadows Trails Challenge. All Chamber businesses and their employees are eligible. Set your goal, hike at your own pace, and take advantage of our monthly guided interpretive hikes. Experience the 50+ trails within 20 minutes of downtown Reno like never before with your own trails booklet and log book.
Domestic Violence affects our entire community; please help us spread the word!
Did you know that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced domestic violence in Nevada? Together, we can continue to shed light on domestic violence. Share your story with #SurvivorSpeaks to continue to bring awareness and inspire others. With access to our support groups, housing options and legal referrals, those who come to the Domestic Violence Resource Center for help are able to start rebuilding their lives immediately.
Easterseals Nevada
Easterseals Nevada believes the key to unlocking a child's potential is providing the highest level therapeutic intervention in a warm, nurturing and fun environment. Our team of highly skilled therapists provides state of the art occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, and feeding therapy treatment practices. All while including parents and caregivers in every step of the process. Each therapy session is specifically designed to meet the child's needs. Our clinic offers specialized therapeutic equipment and treatment spaces to create an optimal experience for every family. Call 775-434-0488 for more information.
Island Buffet Earns #1 Spot
After a four-week campaign of online voting, Peppermill Reno’s Island Buffet has emerged victorious as the Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffet in Nevada, defeating 19 competitors throughout the state in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice contest. “It’s a huge honor to be home to the best buffet in all of Nevada, and we’re thrilled these bragging rights belong to Reno now,” said Billy Paganetti, General Manager of Peppermill Reno.
