The Nevada Treasury is proud to celebrate National 529 College Savings Day while marking 30 years of supporting college savings for Nevada families through a series of statewide community events and gift baskets for families welcoming babies on May 29. Observed annually on May 29, 529 Day is a national reminder of the power of college savings plans and the importance of … [Read more...] about The Nevada Treasury Celebrates 30 Years of Supporting College Savings on Annual National 529 Day
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Briscoe, Gragson Spend Day Connecting With the Las Vegas Community Ahead of Pennzoil 400
LAS VEGAS - NASCAR Cup Series drivers Chase Briscoe and Noah Gragson spent Thursday touring the Las Vegas Valley for a full day of community visits, fan interactions, and media appearances. From reading to second graders and visiting service members to racing fans on the track, the drivers brought the excitement of NASCAR directly to the local community while building … [Read more...] about Briscoe, Gragson Spend Day Connecting With the Las Vegas Community Ahead of Pennzoil 400
Las Vegas Rotary Club Honors Five Local Airmen for Outstanding Work
LAS VEGAS -- The quiet, unsung heroes of Nellis and Creech Air Force Bases were recently honored by the Las Vegas Rotary Club as part of a program that has recognized local Airmen every year over the past 21 years. "In 2003, the Las Vegas Rotary Club created the "Wetzel Award" to honor local Airmen,” said Las Vegas Rotary Club President Kirk Alexander. "We continue this … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Rotary Club Honors Five Local Airmen for Outstanding Work
Nevada Strong: The Impact Of The Armed Forces In The Silver State
The U.S. Armed Forces are doing work in Nevada that’s critical to the defense and security of the nation and the state — training pilots, testing drones, fighting overseas remotely, storing munitions and helping battle fires, to name a handful. The numerous installations throughout the Silver State — those of the National Guard, Air Force, Navy, and Army — contribute to the … [Read more...] about Nevada Strong: The Impact Of The Armed Forces In The Silver State
A Future of Change: Economic Development
Nevada, because of its narrow focus on three industries, was devastated by the recession and eventually led the nation in foreclosures and unemployment. As both the director of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) and a resident of Nevada, Steve Hill believes there is a rising wave of economic development diversifying an outdated and vulnerable economy built on … [Read more...] about A Future of Change: Economic Development
Nevada Real Estate & Development Report: July 2013
Projects Las Vegas, 89101 Government Las Vegas’ new City Hall has been chosen as the 2013 Public Works Project of the Year by the American Public Works Association. The eight-level, 308,000 SF building replaces the former City Hall that was constructed in 1971. The facility created office space for up to 570 staff members for the City of Las Vegas. The new structural design … [Read more...] about Nevada Real Estate & Development Report: July 2013
Technology: Wired Up and Ready to Go
With so much of America looking hopefully to the future, the state of Nevada is building it today by taking all the right steps to become a global technology leader in the year ahead. The technology sector in Nevada “has changed so much in five years,” says Dave Archer, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Nevada Center for Entrepreneurs and Technology (NCET), a … [Read more...] about Technology: Wired Up and Ready to Go
Back to Schools You Wouldn’t Choose: Nevada parents have been left behind in the school-choice movement
As Nevada’s children return to school this fall, many parents will again be frustrated, recognizing that their children will be relegated to sub-standard education. Parents who can’t afford to live in the wealthy neighborhoods that host the best public schools, and who can’t afford private-school tuition, will discover that the educational opportunities available to their … [Read more...] about Back to Schools You Wouldn’t Choose: Nevada parents have been left behind in the school-choice movement
Government Contractors: Working with the System
Government contractors provide a lot to the state of Nevada -- and it isn’t always easy. Vying for contracts at any time, but especially in an ailing economy, can be competition at its most cutthroat, and partnering with the largest bureaucracy in the history of the human race is a complex undertaking. Fortunately for Nevada, companies persevere, bringing with them … [Read more...] about Government Contractors: Working with the System