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United Way of Northern Nevada Book Drive – September 2021

United Way of Northern Nevada Book Drive – September 2021

A and H Insurance is partnering with United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) to help build at-home libraries to encourage learning, curiosity, and a love for reading! The single most significant factor influencing a child’s early educational success is an introduction to books and being read to at home before beginning school. However, not all children in our community have access to age-appropriate books at home. In middle-income neighborhoods, the ratio of books per child is 13:1 whereas, in low-income neighborhoods, the ratio is one…
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Lower Your Bad Cholesterol – Live Well, Work Well September 2021

Lower Your Bad Cholesterol – Live Well, Work Well September 2021

Read the September 2021 Live Well, Work Well newsletter (Viva Bien Trabaje Bien septiembre 2021 en español) with tips for coping with covid re-entry anxiety as some people who have been quarantining get back to their old lives. Also learn about the types of cholesterol (good and bad) and foods to lower your bad cholesterol.
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Steps to Take After a Car Accident

Steps to Take After a Car Accident

On average, there are 6 million car accidents in the U.S. annually and 3 million people are injured. Chances are you have already or will be involved in an accident (or accidents) at some point in your life. So, it’s important to know what steps to take after a car accident, whether it's a major crash or a minor fender bender. Call 911 if there is an injury. Check yourself and your passengers for injuries, then check with the other driver to see if they’re ok. If someone…
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What Kind of Insurance Do I Need for My Rental Property?

What Kind of Insurance Do I Need for My Rental Property?

Rental properties face specific threats. As a landlord, you need to be proactive if you want to protect your investment. Most landlords often seek to know the best kind of insurance for their rental property. Some may think that having a homeowner’s insurance is enough. However, this is not true. That is because rental properties have more risks than your private residence. The only time that the homeowner’s insurance may cover rental property is when you temporarily rent out your home. Therefore, short-term rentals do not require extra…
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Small Business Spotlight: Marcie Walker LLC

Small Business Spotlight: Marcie Walker LLC

In this Small Business Spotlight video we spoke with Marcie Walker who is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Certified Executive Leadership and Development Coach, and a Certified Life Coach. She is based in Reno and meets with many clients locally, but also has clients from around the world through Zoom meetings. In this interview she talks about her business Marcie Walker LLC, how COVID-19 affected her business, her methodology, and more! Watch the edited and full interview below. 3 Minute Interview Full Interview
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Increase Your Physical Activity at Your Desk for Increased Productivity

Increase Your Physical Activity at Your Desk for Increased Productivity

Newton’s 1st Law states that “An object at rest will stay at rest, and an object in motion will stay in motion.” He was not talking about physical activity or productivity, but it’s also true in these instances. If you’re not being productive, or you’re sitting sluggishly… chances are you’re going to continue being sluggish and unproductive. But if you’re physically engaged and productive, you’ll likely continue to be. You'd think that not moving and sitting still at your desk all day would allow you to conserve energy,…
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Small Business Spotlight: Rainshadow Coffee Roasting Company Sierra

Small Business Spotlight: Rainshadow Coffee Roasting Company Sierra

In this Small Business Spotlight video, we spoke with Jennifer Smith of Rainshadow Coffee Roasting Sierra, which is the third Rainshadow roasting location. They roast high-quality coffee beans for individuals, coffee shops, and restaurants. Watch the edited and full interview below. 3 Minute Interview Full 10 Minute Interview
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