Archives for May 2020

Road to Recovery PHASE TWO

May 28, 2020 by admin

Governor Sisolak recently released guidance for Phase 2 of reopening, which will occur this Friday, May 29^th. A number of businesses will be allowed to reopen with social distancing requirements (generally less than 50% capacity per the fire code) and gatherings are now capped at 50 people. Businesses specifically allowed to reopen under Phase 2 are:

Bars
Gyms
Spas
Movie Theaters
Recreation Centers

You can find the transcript of the Governor’s remarks by clicking here, which outline the businesses that can reopen and general guidelines they must follow. Below is a chart indicating business operations under Phase 2.

Library Beginning to Reopen

May 22, 2020 by admin

According to this article from the Record Courier, the Douglas County Public Libraries have opened up their bookdrops and will begin performing curbside service. The Minden branch will be open for curbside service Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm. The Zephyr Cove branch will service on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 4pm. For more information, check out the article here.

Farmers Markets Opening Up

May 20, 2020 by admin

It’s so exciting to see that the farmers markets are opening up for the season, despite new rules and regulations required of them due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The Minden market on Esmeralda Street began yesterday (5/19/20) and will continue every Tuesday afternoon from 4–8 pm for the season. The Gardnerville market will still take place on Wednesday mornings from 8 am to 1 pm (starting 5/27/20) but at a new location: Heritage Park. In addition, according to the Record Courier, this “market will be renamed the Main Street Farmers Market…”

Other changes include needing to register for a time slot at the Main Street market in order to attend. More details can be found at Sierra Chef.

Homeowners Preparing to List After the Pandemic

May 19, 2020 by admin

According to this article from Realtor Magazine, “about 77% of potential sellers are preparing to sell their homes once stay-at-home orders from the COVID-19 pandemic are lifted, according to a newly released survey from the National Association of REALTORS®.”

Buyers are slowly starting to reemerge as well. Interestingly, though, some of their priorities have changed. Many, for example, have changed their neighborhood preference to a more suburban setting (vs urban) as a result of the pandemic. Check out the article for more details.

3558 Shadow Ln

May 19, 2020 by admin

Location is central to the value of this home in a neighborhood situated close to shopping, parks and access to highways heading to Reno and Lake Tahoe. The lot has just enough elevation to have a mountain view while relaxing on the patio of the low maintenance back yard. An open floor plan and vaulted ceilings give this home a spacious living area feeling. Existing Home Warranty valid through November 2020. This perfect starter, downsize or investor property won’t last long on the market!

Property Details

Price: $322,000
Address: 3558 Shadow Ln
City: Carson City
State: NV
Zip: 89705
MLS#: 200006056

Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Square Feet: 1288
Garage: 2-Car Garage
Year Built: 1994

3558 Shadow Ln, Carson City, NV 89705

Classic Car Cruise Event

May 6, 2020 by admin

There will be a classic car cruise this Saturday, May 9th from 10-11am in the Johnson Lane area. Check out the map below to see the route. Anyone with a classic car can participate. For more details check out this article from the Record Courier and this event on Facebook.

The Beauty of Spring

May 5, 2020 by admin

The beautiful spring came; and when Nature resumes her loveliness, the human soul is apt to revive also.
— Harriet Ann Jacobs

Despite these unprecedented times we are living in, spring is a wonderful reminder to take time to appreciate the beauty that surrounds us. I hope you enjoy these shots as much as I did and that you are getting a chance to wander in nature and recharge a little.