New cantina opens in Topaz

Roberto's Cantina recently opened in the Topaz Lake area, offering authentic Mexican food and a full bar.

"We will have special events throughout the year," said owner Robert Estrella, who has owned the Holbrook Junction Mini-Mart for five years. "Small business luncheons, weddings and parties are welcome."

Roberto's Cantina is located at 1469 Highway 395 in Holbrook Junction. The restaurant is open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, and the bar is open later. For more information, call 266-9164.

Minden gift store preparing to close

Minden gift store Casa Bella Home & Garden Decor will begin the procedure to close its doors after the New Year.

Cathy Morin confirmed last week. The store opened in July 2006 after refurbishing. The building is owned by 1644 Minden LLC, which purchased it in January 2006.

Carson River Bank has new services

Qualified business customers of Carson River Community Bank can now make check deposits directly from their office using remote deposit.

The depositor scans a digital image of the check into a computer and then transmits that image to the bank.

"We're pleased to be able to give our business customers the ability to deposit checks without having to make a special trip to the bank," said Donna Kruger, customer service manager. "As much as we enjoy seeing them, we appreciate that they've got a business to run.

They need their banking to be quick and convenient."

Automated clearing house origination is another recent addition to the products and services offered by Carson River Community Bank.

Services available include direct deposit payroll, electronic funds transfer, and automated online bill payment. Courier service is also available.

Carson River Community Bank, locally owned and independently operated, is located in Minden's North Valley Plaza across from Target.

Bank hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, with 24-hour ATM drive-through service. For more information visit carsonrivercb.com or call 783-3224.