[LAS VEGAS, Nev.] July 6, 2026 – Create Credit Union invites its members and the community to help local students in need to prepare for a successful school year by donating to its 8th Annual Back-to-School Supply Drive, running now through July 31. Each year, the initiative helps ensure students have the essential tools they need to confidently start the school year, … [Read more...] about Create Credit Union Launches 8th Annual Back-to-School Supply Drive Supporting Local Students and Teachers
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Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance Showcases Southern Nevada’s Growing Bioscience Ecosystem at Bio International Convention 2026
The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) joined regional partners at the BIO International Convention 2026, held June 22-25 in San Diego, where Southern Nevada's rapidly growing bioscience ecosystem attracted significant interest from companies, investors and research institutions from around the world. As part of the Nevada Pavilion, LVGEA collaborated with Roseman … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance Showcases Southern Nevada’s Growing Bioscience Ecosystem at Bio International Convention 2026
Local Animal Welfare Organizations Unite for ‘Mayor Shelley’s Spay Days,’ a High-Volume Community Cat Spay/Neuter Event
Las Vegas — Heaven Can Wait Animal Society and Hearts Alive Village are proud to partner -at the call to action of Mayor Shelley Berkley - for “Mayor Shelley’s Spay Days,” a two-day, high-volume Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) event for community cats taking place from July 12 to July 13, 2026. The event will provide free spay/neuter surgeries and vaccinations for approximately 175 … [Read more...] about Local Animal Welfare Organizations Unite for ‘Mayor Shelley’s Spay Days,’ a High-Volume Community Cat Spay/Neuter Event
Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE Appoints Two New Members to Board of Directors
LAS VEGAS, NEV. (June 26, 2026) – Today, the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE, an independent nonprofit organization that supports City of Las Vegas quality-of-life programs, announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors: Asha Jones, director of development for Boyd Gaming Corporation; and Josh Kellman, founder of Voicebox. “We are pleased to welcome … [Read more...] about Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE Appoints Two New Members to Board of Directors
Create Credit Union Expands Leadership Team With Three VP Appointments
LAS VEGAS – Create Credit Union (Create CU), the top-performing SBA 504 provider in Nevada, announced the appointments of Zachary Larson as a VP of Commercial Lending Officer, Randy Traub as VP of Consumer Lending and Jenniffer Collins as VP of Commercial Deposits/Business Development. The appointments further strengthen the credit union’s leadership team as it continues … [Read more...] about Create Credit Union Expands Leadership Team With Three VP Appointments
Entitlements in NevadaPlan Checkers and Checklists
Any development project in Nevada must go through a process of entitlement by the local city or county. Entitlements give a landowner the legal right to develop or redevelop a property, so obtaining an entitlement is a crucial first step in any construction project. The entitlement process can be long, tedious, and frustrating for both government agencies and … [Read more...] about Entitlements in Nevada
Betsy Fretwell Appointed Interim CEO of the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance
The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) is proud to announce the appointment of Betsy Fretwell as its interim chief executive officer effective January 3, 2025. A proven leader with extensive experience in both public and private sectors and economic development within the Las Vegas Valley, Fretwell brings an impressive record of accomplishment to guide LVGEA during this … [Read more...] about Betsy Fretwell Appointed Interim CEO of the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance
Most Respected Leaders2024
A leader is someone who commands a group or organization. A good leader is someone who is in command and communicates integrity and solid decision-making ability. A great leader is someone who has earned the respected of those they work with and the community they serve. The 2024 class of Most Respected Leaders consists of these great leaders. These men and women … [Read more...] about Most Respected Leaders
SubcontractingHands-on in the Trades
In the contracting world where a single project requires a team of workers across a variety of trades, subcontractors play the foundational role of hands-on creators transforming a plan from idea into the world of reality. A project’s overarching process helps clarify the roll of the subcontractor. Bret Loughridge, president of SR Construction, a Las Vegas-based general … [Read more...] about Subcontracting
Cox, City of Las Vegas and the Mayor’s Fund Plant Trees in Historic West Las Vegas
Leaders from the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE, City of Las Vegas, and Cox, gathered on April 4 to recognize Cox’s recent donation to the Mayor’s Fund to support the city’s “Going Green for Good Health” initiative to plant more than 60,000 trees by 2050 in areas of the city most impacted by the urban heat island effect. The $10,000 donation from Cox Communications also marks … [Read more...] about Cox, City of Las Vegas and the Mayor’s Fund Plant Trees in Historic West Las Vegas
Free Microbusiness Summit on February 24 to Help Local Entrepreneurs
LAS VEGAS, NV – Entrepreneurs with fewer than ten employees and future entrepreneurs are invited to the inaugural Microbusiness Summit on Saturday, February 24, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Las Vegas City Hall, 495 S. Main St. GoDaddy, the City of Las Vegas, Workforce Connections, and Bank of Nevada joined forces to sponsor the no-cost event. Entrance and parking are free, … [Read more...] about Free Microbusiness Summit on February 24 to Help Local Entrepreneurs
EntitlementsWho Knew?
Who knew entitlements and zoning could be so fascinating? As cities sprawl and skyscrapers gaze across the masses, each park with barking dogs and running children, every industrial complex with the makings of tomorrow’s packages, and every home where mothers hum lullabies all begin with entitlements and zoning. An entitlement is the process of obtaining a … [Read more...] about Entitlements
Workforce Connections Awarded $1M of American Rescue Plan (ARP) Funds by City of Las Vegas
Workforce Connections, Southern Nevada’s Local Workforce Development Board, was awarded $1M of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding by the City of Las Vegas. The funding will help stand-up first-of-its-kind Regional Industry Sector Partnerships in Southern Nevada to help address chronic and increased challenges local employers face due to the pandemic, including recruitment, … [Read more...] about Workforce Connections Awarded $1M of American Rescue Plan (ARP) Funds by City of Las Vegas
CSN Student Life & Leadership Team Staff Recognized as Trail Blazer
Sean Tory, M.S. receives 2022 African American Trailblazer Service Award The City of Las Vegas will recognize CSN Student Life & Leadership Coordinator, Sean Tory, M.S. with a 2022 African American Trailblazer Award in the category of Tyrone Thompson Emerging Leader. The award is presented in recognition of civic accomplishments, integrity, collaboration, and significant … [Read more...] about CSN Student Life & Leadership Team Staff Recognized as Trail Blazer
One of Nation’s First City-Led Managed Private Network Initiatives Launched by Cox With City of Las Vegas
Cox Communications has unveiled a new pilot program with the city of Las Vegas to deploy one of the first Managed Private Networks (MPN) launched by a U.S. city to facilitate Smart City use cases. Together, Cox and the city will leverage Citizens' Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) to power Smart City solutions that deliver insights into visitor attendance and after-hours … [Read more...] about One of Nation’s First City-Led Managed Private Network Initiatives Launched by Cox With City of Las Vegas