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Inflation or not, price of pro sports teams keeps going up

Inflation isn’t going to hurt the bankrolls of sports team owners. In fact, it may help. While the uber-rich will have to pay a little more for their eggs at the grocery store – just like everyone else – inflation isn’t likely to affect the bottom lines at their sports properties.

New, asset-expanding collection available to University Libraries users

The University Libraries is pleased to share the Reno Gazette Journal Photograph Collection with northern Nevada and its community of diverse users.  It consists of approximately 1.5 – 2 million photographic negatives documenting the happenings across Northern Nevada communities spanning the period of time covering 1959 to the 2000s. 

BBB Tip: Inventory stockpiles mean better deals for holiday shoppers this year

After supply chain issues during the pandemic caused widespread shortages, retailers now find themselves with the opposite problem: excess inventory.  With 21 percent more inventory than they had a year ago (equaling a whopping $732 billion), many retailers are worried their profit margins are about to take a hit.

Humboldt River Field Office has initiated a 30-day public comment period open on Valmy development

A 30-day public comment period is open for a Draft Environmental Assessment for the Plan of Operations Amendment (Plan) for the Valmy Development of the Marigold Mine. 

Nurses, mothers bemoan closure of St. Mary’s maternity ward

For decades, families have welcomed new members at the maternity ward of St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Reno, but that tradition abruptly ended the evening of Nov. 11. The sudden closure after 72 years of operation marks the end of an era for the hospital.

Nevada economists forecast positive outlook for economy, even as national recession fears loom

Welcome to the 10th installment of “Economic Crossroads,” a recurring feature formerly known as “Road to Recovery” that provides semi-regular updates on Nevada economic news and data. We modified the name earlier this year to reflect the changing economic conditions. Find the latest Nevada economic data here.

Battleground Nevada holds its purple hue, as Republican ‘red wave’ fails to gain traction in midterm elections

In the weeks before Election Day, Republicans across the country and in Nevada appeared poised for significant victories, buoyed by polls indicating GOP wins up and down the ticket. But as election returns slowly rolled in across the Silver State, the much-hyped red wave never materialized. Democratic incumbents in the Silver State emerged victorious in the U.S. Senate, three competitive congressional races and multiple statewide offices. Democrats also maintained and grew their control of the Legislature, gaining a supermajority in the Assembly and acquiring one additional seat in the state Senate.

Ethics panel finds ‘credible evidence’ of violations for top regents, recommends deferral

A three-person panel from the Nevada Commission on Ethics determined Wednesday there was "credible evidence" that two top regents — Board Chair Cathy McAdoo and former vice chair Patrick Carter — allegedly violated a state ethics law governing when public officials are required to abstain from certain votes. 

Nevada Supreme Court certifies official election result

Nevada’s Supreme Court justices and the secretary of state formally certified the results of the 2022 general election on Tuesday in the western battleground state where just over half of all ballots were cast by mail. With no debate or questions, the six justices signed the formal abstracts of the results during a brief gathering with outgoing Republican Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske, held in the old Supreme Court chambers of the state Capitol in Carson City.

Federal program provides assistance to local development authority

The Nevada 95-80 Regional Development Authority has been selected as one of just 22 rural regions nationwide added to the Rural Partners Network (RPN). RPN is an all-of-government program that partners with rural people to help them access resources and funding to create local jobs, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability on their own terms. 

Commissioners address rising nitrates in Grass Valley water system

The rising nitrate levels in the Gold Country Water System (GCW) and the Star City Water System (SCW) from the septic system concentration in the Grass Valley area have been a concern since the early 1990s.

Humboldt Ford anticipates opening new building early next year

Construction can seem like a never ending process, especially amidst a world that is experiencing continuous issues with rising inflation and material and labor shortages, but development at Humboldt Ford has made steady progress since February of 2021. Owners, Steve and Alethea Kuhn, confirmed that the project is approximately 80 percent complete and they are anticipating to open fully in just a few short months, in February of 2023.

Walter Benjamin at the Dairy Queen: Reflections at Sixty and Beyond

Debbie: I am a memoir and essay lover, so when I came across Walter Benjamin at the Dairy Queen: Reflections on 60 and Beyond by Larry McMurtry, I thought I’d hit the jackpot: I love the Dairy Queen, I am over 60, I like to reflect.

Humboldt General Hospital updates mask guidelines

As of Nov. 21, Humboldt General Hospital will modify its mask requirements for patients and visitors within the healthcare facility.  CDC recently released updated guidance stating that universal masking is no longer required in healthcare facilities unless those facilities’ community levels are high. 

Why CFP expansion can’t work around the Rose Bowl

When considering College Football Playoff expansion, think of implementing a new format for the 2024 and ’25 seasons as a chance for a test drive. Flipping the current four-team playoff to 12 teams for the final two years of the current television contract will give those in charge of the postseason a look at how it works before committing to any part long term.