Teachers at Robert E. Lake Elementary School were surprised with a colorful $5,000 makeover of their teachers’ lounge, courtesy of Crayola and Walmart. The school was chosen as one of 24 schools nationwide to win a Creative Teachers Sweepstakes after participating in the annual Crayola Creativity Week program in January. As part of the makeover, Lake Elementary School … [Read more...] about Robert E. Lake Elementary School Wins $5,000 Teachers’ Lounge Makeover from Crayola &Walmart
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Newly Remodeled Northwest Reno Walmart Supercenter Re-Opens with Customer-Centric Features and a New Community Focused Mural
RENO, NEV. (May 2, 2025) – Walmart customers in Northwest Reno were welcomed inside the newly transformed Supercenter at 5260 W 7th St. this morning as the much-anticipated project is now complete. Creating omni-shopping experiences that save customers time and money, Walmart continues its transformational journey to become America’s favorite place to shop whether in-store, … [Read more...] about Newly Remodeled Northwest Reno Walmart Supercenter Re-Opens with Customer-Centric Features and a New Community Focused Mural
Walmart Invests in Nevada Stores, Associates and Communities in 2025
RENO/CARSON CITY, NV – April 23, 2025 – Walmart is proud to deepen its commitment to Nevada by investing in local stores, empowering associates and enriching the communities it serves every day. Today, Walmart unveiled details of four planned store remodels this year in Nevada and new investments focused on enhancing the associate experience and community engagement. These … [Read more...] about Walmart Invests in Nevada Stores, Associates and Communities in 2025
Walmart and Sam’s Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change Campaign Returns to Las Vegas to Help People Facing Hunger Taking place in stores, clubs, and online, the 12th annual campaign supports local hunger relief efforts
LAS VEGAS, NV – March 25, 2025 – For the 12th consecutive year, Walmart and Sam’s Club locations nationwide, including in Las Vegas, are launching the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign to help provide food and resources to those in need. Running from March 1-31, shoppers can participate in three ways in stores and online: By donating at check-out in … [Read more...] about Walmart and Sam’s Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change Campaign Returns to Las Vegas to Help People Facing Hunger
Get Ready for Back-to-School with Free Screenings & Affordable Immunizations at Walmart Wellness Day
Walmart is hosting Wellness Day at pharmacies across the nation on Saturday, Aug. 3 RENO, NEV. (July 30, 2024) – Nearly 4,600 pharmacies nationwide are hosting Walmart Wellness Day on Saturday, Aug. 3 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. to help families prioritize their health this back-to-school season. Customers can receive free glucose, cholesterol, BMI and blood pressure screenings as … [Read more...] about Get Ready for Back-to-School with Free Screenings & Affordable Immunizations at Walmart Wellness Day
Walmart Announces Four New Investments, Including New Annual Bonus Program, for Hourly Associates in Nevada
Walmart just announced it is starting a bonus program for eligible full- and part-time hourly associates in stores, including hourly associates in the pharmacy and optical departments. Associates must be employed with the company for one year to be eligible - that means approximately 6,000 of the hourly store associates in Nevada are eligible for this new bonus. But … [Read more...] about Walmart Announces Four New Investments, Including New Annual Bonus Program, for Hourly Associates in Nevada
Walmart and Sam’s Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change Campaign Returns to Las Vegas to Help People Facing Hunger
Taking place in stores and online, the 11th annual campaign supports local hunger relief efforts and Three Square Food Bank LAS VEGAS (April 16, 2024) – Everyone needs nutritious food to thrive, and in every community in America, people are working hard to provide for themselves and their families. Yet in 2022, 44 million people—1 in 7 people—faced food insecurity in the … [Read more...] about Walmart and Sam’s Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change Campaign Returns to Las Vegas to Help People Facing Hunger
Beware of Supposedly ‘Pro-Business’ Politicians
Being “pro-business” is a nice talking point for politicians— but often that’s all it is: A talking point. The truth is, the term doesn’t actually mean much in today’s political climate. Certainly, it looks good on campaign flyers, and sounds good in 30 second radio spots—however, businesses aren’t some monolithic demographic with universally recognized values. In fact, the … [Read more...] about Beware of Supposedly ‘Pro-Business’ Politicians
Around the StateMay 2019
City National Bank Becomes a Founding Partner of T-Mobile Arena T-Mobile Arena and the MGM Grand Arena have reached a multi-year agreement with City National Bank to establish the bank as a founding partner for the venue. City National has been named the exclusive financial services partner for both T-Mobile and MGM Grand Garden arenas and will have a large-scale branding … [Read more...] about Around the State
The Choice Union Members Don’t Know They Have: Why Employee Freedom Scares Union Bosses
Have you ever bought a new washer and dryer only to discover that the store down the street sold the same set for $750 less? It’s a frustrating experience to find out that you had better options than the ones you knew about. This is the situation that tens of thousands of Nevada union members unknowingly find themselves in. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics … [Read more...] about The Choice Union Members Don’t Know They Have: Why Employee Freedom Scares Union Bosses
2013 Economic Forecast: Watch for the Wild Card
As the end of 2012 nears, Nevada’s economy continues its gradual recovery, but the unemployment rate remains in the double digits and job creation is slow. What’s in store for the Silver State’s economy in 2013? Experts weighed in on their predictions for the coming year, which primarily are based on the performance of certain indicators this year. However, they said none of … [Read more...] about 2013 Economic Forecast: Watch for the Wild Card
The Logistics of Economic Recovery: The Distribution Industry in Nevada
That big-box warehouse down the street may not be the prettiest feature of the Nevada landscape surrounding you, but next time you’re driving past it, consider this: It, and other facilities like it, might just save the state’s struggling economy. Nevada is poised to become a major distribution center in the West. According to a 2011 study commissioned by the State of … [Read more...] about The Logistics of Economic Recovery: The Distribution Industry in Nevada