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At first glance, Fernley Industries appears to be the typical thrift store as the sign on the front of the building indicates. But Fernley Industries also offers a chance for individuals with disabilities to be contributing members of society, according to the store’s manager.

“We are a job training center with the hope we can eventually [...]

At Home at the Veteran’s Guest House

Posted: 26th February 2010 by Steve in Uncategorized

In 1991, veterans from out of town seeking medical treatment at the Reno VA hospital, were  racking up expensive hotel bills or opting for the cheaper alternative of sleeping in their cars. After witnessing veterans and their family members sleeping in the parking lot of the local VA hospital, Chuck Fulkerson and Dick Rhyno decided [...]