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About craigruark

Craig A. Ruark is a freelance writer, journalist, and marketing and PR professional. Craig started his professional career in broadcasting; as a radio announcer, news reporter, and advertising account executive. He wrote and produced radio and television commercials, public service announcements, and gathered news stories. Since 2014, Craig has worked as a freelance writer providing newsletter and blog content for clients in various industries. From May 2018 to March 2019, he was the editor of bizNEVADA Magazine and has been a contributing writer for the Las Vegas Business Press and Las Vegas Review-Journal, producing over 200 in-depth articles on a wide range of subjects including technology, medical advances, economics, and local businesses. He has also interviewed some of Las Vegas’s most prominent individuals and written over two dozen business profiles. Craig is an avid fitness participant, sailor, SCUBA diver, enjoys singing Karaoke, listening to jazz, and is working on his next book.

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Posted on November 14, 2011 by craigruark
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Preparing for winter

Posted on October 27, 2011 by craigruark

As we move into the cooler weather it is time to think about staying warm without breaking the bank. Do you “rug up” in winter, rather than rely on artificial heating? Turn your heating thermostat down a couple of degrees … Continue reading →

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Are Oil Companies Really Villains’?

Posted on September 8, 2011 by craigruark

It seems that everyone is mounting a battle against the oil companies in an all out effort to shut them down.  I for one don’t think that we need to shut down oil companies but rather focus on how the … Continue reading →

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Warning: Back-to-School supplies can be unhealthy

Posted on August 19, 2011 by craigruark

Time for mom and dad to do a little reading. Even though the temperature shows no indication of change, fall will soon be here.  And for many of you that means back-to-school.  This morning I was listening to NBC’s Today … Continue reading →

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Green Grillin’

Posted on July 13, 2011 by craigruark

Well the 4th of July has come and gone but there are still plenty of days left for summer BBQ’s.  But is it possible to grill and still be green? According to Greenzer.com, on the Fourth of July alone, an … Continue reading →

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Lawn Chemicals and the Environment don’t mix

Posted on June 28, 2011 by craigruark

The Southern Nevada Water Authority and water purveyors throughout the southern and southwestern part of the U.S., have long advocated against having massive water intensive lawns.  The option to not having turf is a landscaping pallet made up of indigenous … Continue reading →

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Making Las Vegas Sustainable

Posted on May 19, 2011 by craigruark

I usually do not weigh in on political issues but the subject of unemployment in Las Vegas and attracting a more diverse economy has been on my mind for quite some time.  When I started looking into this issue it … Continue reading →

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Ten Commandments of Reusable Bag Use at the grocery store and elsewhere.

Posted on May 5, 2011 by craigruark

How many reusable bags to you have in your car or home? Do you use them when you shop? Who would have thought that reusable bags, thought to be the solution to plastic bag pollution, would become a problem?  Reusable … Continue reading →

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Health Risks of Plastics

Posted on April 19, 2011 by craigruark

Plastic products are everywhere. More and more we are discovering there are health risks that make these convenient products not so desirable. Plastics are releasing harmful chemicals into our air, foods, and drinks. While studies are showing the health risks of plastics, they … Continue reading →

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Spring Cleaning the Green Way

Posted on April 14, 2011 by craigruark

When you’re organizing your spring cleaning keep in mind that switching to green cleaning products will improve your health, lessen adverse environmental impacts and save money.  According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), of the 2,863 most commonly used chemicals … Continue reading →

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