Legends in Sparks has welcomed Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt shop to its expanding array of retail shops and restaurants. The self-serve shop opened earlier this month. “My commitment….is to Sparks and to really making a difference to the community,” said Menchie’s owner Roland Trub. “Not only to our guests but also to my team. I have young people who work for me, and I’m … [Read more...]
Renovation plans of old hotel, casino revealed
Greenstreet Communities Development Co. of Reno held a groundbreaking ceremony Monday in Victorian Square to mark the start of two new renovation projects with the potential to revitalize downtown Sparks. Dane Hillyard, co-owner of Greenstreet, is leading the $25 million project to transform the Bourbon Square Casino and the Silver Club Hotel into trendy properties that he … [Read more...]
Sparks small-business symposium under development
Over the last few years, the Rail City has slowly been growing as an ideal location for small start-up businesses. In 2009, BusinessWeek ranked Sparks the top city in Nevada to start a small business. Small business owner Jason Evanchak has lived in Sparks for 22 years and has a growing commercial real estate business. This past year Evanchak said he decided to get … [Read more...]
Sparks organization assists victims of domestic violence
“Love Shouldn’t Hurt” is the tag-line for a non-profit organization in Sparks dedicated to preventing domestic violence. For 16 years, Safe Embrace has been one of a handful of organizations in Northern Nevada whose mission is to help end the cycle of abuse and prevent domestic violence in the Silver State. Raising awareness of the epidemic levels of … [Read more...]
Regional transportation agency studies bike-sharing program
Over the last few decades, several urban communities have adopted bike-sharing programs. While various set-up options are possible, the concept is the same. Rent a bike on a short-term basis to get from point A to point B and leave the bike securely for the next person. The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County is seeking public opinion on whether … [Read more...]
39 North Marketplace holds Hawaiian-style finale
39 North Marketplace, a modern street side market event in Sparks, held a Hawaiian style grand finale in Victorian Square last Thursday. The “Island Luau” brought a variety of activities and entertainment to Victorian Square, all with a Polynesian flare. Chef Joe Eidem demonstrated how to make a traditional Luau feast in the St. Mary’s Amphitheater. Hawaiian dancers from … [Read more...]
Developers share details of projects that will transform Victorian Square
Surrounding the old Silver Club Hotel on C Street is a chain link fence with signs revealing the structure is under renovation. Greenstreet Communities purchased the hotel along with Bourbon Square Casino earlier this year and plans to renovate the properties for residential and commercial use. Dane Hillyard of Greenstreet Communities last week told members of … [Read more...]
Additional DMV workers set to begin by September
Facing long lines and crowded offices, the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles says 93 new employees are scheduled to start issuing licenses and vehicle registrations by Sept. 1. The news comes on the heels of longer wait times reported by the agency. The average wait time at the DMV in 2013 was 42 minutes, 72 minutes last year, and up to two hours this year, according to … [Read more...]