Washoe County Housing: February 2008
The local housing market is still searching for the bottom and continues its slide down from the mid-2005 peak. The last several months of data are virtual carbon copies of each other – gradual drops in the year-over-year median sales prices and drastically fewer single family home sales from the previous year. more »


Debate over biofuels, food supply intensifies
Proposal to end petroleum dependency not without consequence

Straw houses gaining acceptance despite concerns
Many enticed by low construction costs, energy efficiency

Seller financing can be disastrous in down market
If property gets foreclosed, all money buyer put into home may be los

Broken washer, dryer no reason to withhold rent
Common-area facilities seen as more of a privilege than a righ

Lender not happy putting wife's name on title
Main worry is likely over what happens if couple defaults on loa

Couples sought for relationship improvement research
Volunteers will practice communication techniques to avoid destructive outbursts

The University of Nevada, Reno psychology department is seeking volunteers to participate in a research study evaluating tools and techniques presented in the book, The High Conflict Couple, by Alan Fruzzetti.
Joe Crowley Student Union features films and movies
New state-of-the-art theater open to public

The Joe Crowley Student Union invites the public to come by and see a movie in their new digital, surround sound, high definition, state-of-the art movie theater. Experience a movie in this amazing new theater. Come check it out.
University of Nevada, Reno offers courses for professionals
Enhance your abilities, get certified or add to your job skillset with UNR classes

The University of Nevada, Reno is offering short courses for teacher recertification, professional development and personal interests for Spring 2008.