More than 150 student “Farmpreneurs” from 15 Northern Nevada schools brought agriculture, entrepreneurship and financial literacy to life during the fourth annual Northern Nevada Giant Student Farmers Market, hosted by Green Our Planet at the Nevada State Legislature. Held on Thursday, May 14, at the heart of Nevada’s civic center, the vibrant, student-led market featured … [Read more...] about Nevada Students Take Over the State Capitol With Agriculture and Entrepreneurship at Giant Student Farmers Market
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Nevada Students Bring Agriculture, Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy to the State Capitol, May 14
Green Our Planet will host the fourth annual Northern Nevada Giant Student Farmers Market on Thursday, May 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Nevada State Legislature building in Carson City. Made possible by presenting sponsor Kaiser Permanente, the event will feature approximately 150 student “Farmpreneurs” from 15 Northern Nevada schools selling fresh produce and handmade … [Read more...] about Nevada Students Bring Agriculture, Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy to the State Capitol, May 14
Mining for TaxesRaising State Revenues in Nevada
It is well known that any debate in the Nevada Legislature over raising mining taxes has been a controversial topic since prospectors first struck gold in the 19th century. Previous efforts to raise the tax or reduce the ability of companies to deduct net proceeds have come up short. Opponents have argued successfully that any increase in the tax rate would severely … [Read more...] about Mining for Taxes
Outside Las Vegas Foundation Recognized for Advocacy of Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety in Nevada
LAS VEGAS - The Outside Las Vegas Foundation (OLVF), the collaborative outdoor organization which creates inspiring experiences and protects natural resources for multipurpose use, was named a “2015 Outstanding Organization” by the Nevada Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board (NBPAB) for its advocacy and promotion for the safety of cyclists and pedestrians across the state of … [Read more...] about Outside Las Vegas Foundation Recognized for Advocacy of Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety in Nevada
Nevada’s Utilities: Fueling the State’s Energy and Water Needs
As movers and shakers in Nevada’s utility industry plan for the future, they share a number of common bonds in the challenges they face. Future strategies are likely to make provisions for such factors as increased regionalization, new regulations, enhanced customer satisfaction, state-of-the-art technologies, alternative energies, drought conditions, greater management … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Utilities: Fueling the State’s Energy and Water Needs
Betting on Gaming in Nevada
Nevada and gaming go together like peanut butter and jelly. The industry has been Nevada’s foundation for so long it’s hard to think of one without the other. However, as gaming changes, Nevada has found itself adapting and learning to find new ways to earn revenue in a market that, it would appear, everyone wants a piece of. The bill allowing online poker in Nevada was … [Read more...] about Betting on Gaming in Nevada