Stories for July 2009

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Friday, July 31

Thursday, July 30

Wednesday, July 29

Tuesday, July 28

Celebrate summer with meals together

Long lazy days, open windows, sprinklers clicking time to a ball game playing on the radio, children's laughter filled voices drifting through the neighborhood savoring their freedom, eating outside ... this is summertime!

Going 'green' in the kitchen

You don't have to invest in a Prius or renounce electricity to green up your life. A new breed of "green" cookbooks advocates small but significant changes in your kitchen and your cooking habits that will increase your contribution to the earth's salvation.

Monday, July 27

Sunday, July 26

Saturday, July 25

Friday, July 24

Industrial, distribution sectors begin to stir

Some significant leases of industrial space give observers hope that the worst days have passed for the manufacturing and distribution industries in Northern Nevada.

Business-friendly state key to luring mint's new jobs

Ross Hansen couldn't say enough to Northern Nevada reporters last week about the business-friendly environment of Nevada, where Hansen is moving his Northwest Territorial Mint from suburban Seattle.

Job market drives many back to school

Worrying about their job prospects - and sometime finding themselves with too much time on their hands - many Northern Nevada residents are returning to school.

Golden rules on cashing in gold

If you want to capitalize on high gold prices, these tips can help you be an informed seller. With gold at all-time highs and an economic downturn such as our nation is in, many people are looking to find cash.

Business Licenses

Business license issued in Carson City as of July 17:

Business Briefs

Leaders elected to NNDA committee

The ratings agencies are called to task in court

I have, on more than one occasion, placed blame on the ratings agencies, along with a few others, for creating financial products of mass destruction.

Sales surge amid falling prices

After a dismal winter, real estate sales in Carson City have picked up the pace during the summer.

Thursday, July 23

Wednesday, July 22

Tuesday, July 21

Help kids take a healthy dip

For kids, two of the most dreaded words you can utter are "healthy snack." But this doesn't have to be the case if you take advantage of the magic of dipping.

Dress tomatoes simple, strong

If you've got a good tomato, the best thing to do to it is as little as possible.

Cool elegance by the spoonful

By Russ Parsons Los Angeles Times

Monday, July 20

Report: CIT Group board OKs $3 billion rescue loan

WASHINGTON (AP) - CIT Group Inc.'s board approved a deal late Sunday with major bondholders to keep the company out of bankruptcy with a $3 billion rescue loan, the New York Times reported.

Sunday, July 19

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Tuesday, July 14

Sumac provides exotic taste of Middle East

Celebrating the Abowd Family Reunion, Karen and I thought we would resurrect one of our Middle Eastern recipes and share it with you.

Monday, July 13

Sunday, July 12

Saturday, July 11

Letters to the Editor - July 12, 2009

Government health care system not a good idea

Off the Wall: Race and Michael Jackson

Like Elvis Presley before him, the demise of Michael Jackson has engaged the entire world, and the parallels are spooky. Both Presley and Jackson lived isolated, somewhat bizarre lives, eventually destroying themselves with drugs administered by doctors on their payrolls. This was a proven fact in Presley's case; there is strong evidence in Jackson's.

Political business as usual with Obama

During his presidential election campaign President Barack Obama vowed to put an end to political business as usual in Washington, D.C. So how's he doing? Honestly, not so well.

Silver Dollars & Wooden Nickels: Ensign's saga gets wooden nickel

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.

Edgewood plans upscale hotel at golf course

Edgewood Companies continues to pursue its plans to construct a 205-room upscale lodge at its Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe.

Business Licenses

Business license issued in Carson City as of July 3:

Recession Restaurants

Starting a business during a major recession can scare even the bravest entrepreneur. But sometimes, you don't have a choice.

Business briefs

Bella Salon schedules grand opening

Letters to the Editor - July 11, 2009

Every morning I wake up, there is something completely crazy going on in this wonderful world of ours.

The anatomy of hate

Hate is not a sometime thing. Once it catches hold it's difficult to stop. Hate has an acidic quality that erodes the mind and spirit. It can also spread to communities and even entire nations.

Zero to 50, traveling at the speed of life

Check your belt. Adjust the mirror. We're going from zero to 50 at the speed of life.

Friday, July 10

Thursday, July 9

Wednesday, July 8

Tuesday, July 7

Two ways to use up old bread

The best bet for stretching your food budget - use every bit of what you buy. Even stale bread.

Versatile pork tenderloin makes easy and healthy meals

Pork tenderloin gets plenty of attention for it leanness. After all, it rivals boneless, skinless chicken breast.

Farmers market fresh cobbler

By the time you read this article the 3rd & Curry Street Downtown Farmers Market will have been opened two weeks already. The market is bigger and better than ever this year. If you haven't had a chance to come and see what the market is all about, I heartily encourage you to do so. It's about farm fresh fruits and veggies picked the day before or that morning and being supportive of local farmers, sustainable agriculture and some fabulous vendors.

Monday, July 6

Sportsman's Chapter 11 leaves questions for Southgate Center

A $400,000 facelift by Metcalf Builders is under way at Southgate Shopping Center in Carson City, but the center's owners continue to struggle to fill space in the property.

Sunday, July 5

Saturday, July 4

Guy Farmer: Obama's love affair with the media

When I studied journalism at the University of Washington in Seattle many years ago, we aspiring journalists were always cautioned to avoid getting too close to our news sources in order to maintain our objectivity. Apparently, however, that rule no longer applies as major TV networks show their love for President Obama by broadcasting from the White House.

Silver Dollars & Wooden Nickels: Wooden nickel to nation's lingering malaise

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.

My friends, I have issues with these expressions

With Americans busy celebrating the 233rd birthday of the U.S.A this week, freedom of speech comes to mind. We Americans are big on speaking freely, but the words we use are quite another matter.

Letters to the Editor: July 5, 2009

The Nevada Appeal story on the decline of north Carson City missed some important points.

Cheers & Kudos

This is a letter of thanks to a community of people I will never forget.

Friday, July 3

Gardnerville DMV closure hard blow to new center

GARDNERVILLE - Times were flush when Reno businessmen John and Pat Pinjuv and Las Vegas investor Amador Bengochea ventured into the retail market in Garnerville with construction of the 50,000-square-foot Waterloo Center at the south end of town.

Made in Nevada to become nonprofit

Made in Nevada, a marketing program that spotlights the state's products, will become a stand-alone nonprofit this week after two decades as a state agency.

Sharkey's planning for future

Sharkey's Casino in Gardnerville will not be affected by the recent bankruptcy filings of parent company Holder Hospitality Group, according to casino manager Ron Terrell.

Teaching children the financial facts of life

By default, parents are usually the primary source of a financial education. However, many young people may receive allowances - or even sizable inheritances - without a sound base of knowledge in saving, budgeting, investing and financial planning. To help the children in your life develop a responsible attitude about money, I think it might help to consider these points:

Façade work set for Carson's Southgate Center

A $400,000 facelift by Metcalf Builders is under way at Southgate Shopping Center in Carson City, but the center's owners continue to struggle to fill space in the property.

Business Briefs

Michael Hohl breaking ground for new dealership

Staging makes homes stand out in crowded market

With so many homes on the market, making a particular property stand out is a feat.

Thursday, July 2

Wednesday, July 1