In 2007, U.S. military veterans owned 2.4 million businesses, which accounted for 9 percent of all businesses nationwide, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. These businesses generated $1.2 trillion in receipts, or about 4.1 percent of all business receipts nationwide, and employed nearly 5.8 million people. “Veteran-owned businesses make a valuable contribution to our economy, […]
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War is one of those seemingly necessary evils in our society. Today – Memorial Day – is when we pause to remember those who lost their lives fighting for the United States. It’s a day to put aside our political differences and personal beliefs that led to the deaths of these men and women. These […]
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Athletes will be tested on an extreme on-mountain obstacle course on Squaw Valley’s legendary terrain for the 11th Tough Mudder event Sept. 17-18. Chosen for its challenging landscape, Squaw Valley is one of 10 Tough Mudder venues across the country and this fall marks the second time the endurance event has come to Northern California. […]
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The Far West Ski Association annually names persons from the snowsports community whom have made an indelible positive impact on skiing. The association will honor three pioneers of snowsports at its annual meeting and awards banquet June 11 at the Pacific Palms Hotel in Industry Hills. The Snowsports Builder honorees for 2011 include: • Dave […]
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• “Chicago” will be staged at the Duke Theatre on the campus of Lake Tahoe Community College at 8pm June 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 and at 2pm June 11 and June 19. Tickets are $15. Call (530) 544.4660, ext. 207 for info. • National Dairy Month is from June 1-30. • Northern Sierra Wine […]
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By Tom Daykin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel MILWAUKEE — For decades, the pffsst sound that comes from popping open a can of beer usually meant the drinker was about to imbibe a mass-produced brew like Budweiser or Pabst Blue Ribbon. Higher-priced craft beers, made in small batches for those seeking something outside the mainstream, were available […]
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Publisher’s note: This editorial is from the May 8, 2011, Los Angeles Times. The general assumption is that when it comes to educating American kids, more is more. Longer school hours. Saturday school. Summer school. Yet more than 120 school districts across the nation are finding that less can also be more — less being […]
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By Emilie Lucchesi, Reno Gazette-Journal There are many outdoor activities that require education and certification. Scuba divers, for example, must train indoors under an instructor’s supervision before hitting the open water. Or to legally drive a motorcycle, riders must pass a driving test and receive a special license. But there aren’t any requirements regarding hiking, […]
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By Joel Fleishman PINE NUTS — “Damn, that was a good ride. Only thing missin’ were dancing girls around every corner.” “Yeah, naked ones,” a fellow dirt biker chimes in. Soon, the snap, crackle and pop of Budweiser cans opening complement the macho banter, along with some very impressive expectoration. Gunshots echo from a firing […]
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By Cathy Locke, Sacramento Bee Residents of the Sacramento region are less likely to give to charity than their counterparts nationwide – and the average amount given per household lags behind the national average. These are among the findings of the Greater Sacramento Generosity Project scheduled for release this week, and the impetus for a […]
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