Nevada’s utility providers, facing a wave of requests from developers who need water, power and natural gas service for their projects, increasingly rely on digital solutions to help move applications along. At the same time, utilities emphasize one of the oldest strategies in the book to reduce the possibilities of delay. They encourage development teams to meet … [Read more...] about Balancing the Boom: How Utilities Strive to Keep Up with Developers
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Around the State: July 2018
UNLV Awarded Grant to Advance Personalized Medicine The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has been awarded an $11.4 million federal grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The five-year grant will institute a program intended to grow human genetics research and related infrastructure as well as mentor early career professionals in the field. This is the first … [Read more...] about Around the State: July 2018
Industry Focus: Public Works & Utilities
Advancing technologies and shifting consumer expectations are driving changes within the utilities and public works sectors. With those changes come potential opportunities for the future of Nevada and its growing population. Recently, leaders in these industries met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss current operations and projects on the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Public Works & Utilities
Leadership Advance Class of 2017 Project Focuses on Helping Homeless Kids
The Leadership Advance Class of 2017 excelled in its class project in bringing support and awareness to the nonprofit Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth, the most comprehensive service provider for homeless youth in Southern Nevada. The awareness, donation and supplies drive effort by the up-and-coming business and community leaders began in February and culminated with a … [Read more...] about Leadership Advance Class of 2017 Project Focuses on Helping Homeless Kids
NV Energy to Host New Goodwill Donation Location in Honor of Military Appreciation Month
In honor of Military Appreciation Month, NV Energy will host a Goodwill donation location in the parking lot of its corporate offices at 6226 W. Sahara, Ave. (near S. Jones Blvd.), Las Vegas, NV 89146 during the month of May. The public is invited to drop off donations at the Goodwill trailer starting Monday, May 1, 2017 through Wednesday, May 31, 2017 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. … [Read more...] about NV Energy to Host New Goodwill Donation Location in Honor of Military Appreciation Month
Industry Focus: Commercial Real Estate
The commercial real estate (CRE) industry in Nevada has been growing in recent years despite a number of hurdles professionals have overcome. Leaders in commercial real estate recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing their industry and what’s on the horizon moving forward. Connie Brennan, … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Commercial Real Estate
NV Energy Expands Efforts to Help Homeless Kids with Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth: Donates Truck, Funds and More
NV Energy officials and employees joined Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth representatives to announce a new partnership to help youth in crisis and to donate a truck, toiletries and canned goods, and $20,000, the latter through the NV Energy Foundation. The announcement was made at NV Energy’s Ryan Operations Center. “We’re pleased to expand our relationship with Nevada … [Read more...] about NV Energy Expands Efforts to Help Homeless Kids with Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth: Donates Truck, Funds and More
Nevada Infrastructure: Keeping Up with a Growing State
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Nevada’s 1.95 percent population growth rate from July 2015 to July 2016 made it the second fastest-growing state in the country, slightly behind Utah’s 2.03 percent. With the state’s official population nearing the three million mark, how is infrastructure keeping up with growth? The Orange Cone Zone Some of the funding for Nevada’s road … [Read more...] about Nevada Infrastructure: Keeping Up with a Growing State
2016 Rock the House Gala Raises $298,000 for Families Who Depend on the Ronald McDonald House
Las Vegas – Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas (RMHC) Rocked the House at our 18th Annual Gala. It was held on October 15th at the Keep Memory Alive Event Center. This rock-n-roll inspired night had a little mix of everything to make the event spectacular! For the first time in RMHC Las Vegas history, the Greater Las Vegas McDonald’s Operators Association not … [Read more...] about 2016 Rock the House Gala Raises $298,000 for Families Who Depend on the Ronald McDonald House
Henderson to Celebrate Economic Development, Small Businesses
Henderson – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce and the city of Henderson’s Economic Development/Redevelopment division will host Henderson’s 17th Annual Economic Development and Small Business Awards from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10, at the Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway. Cocktail hour will take place from 6 to 7 p.m., and dinner and the program will begin … [Read more...] about Henderson to Celebrate Economic Development, Small Businesses
United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra Reaches $100 Million Milestone
Fundraising Efforts Continue for Early Education and Literacy Programs Reno - United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) has reached a major milestone of raising $100 million since its inception in 1942. UWNNS and its generous community partners have worked tirelessly to fundraise in the community to aid programs affecting families in northern Nevada and the … [Read more...] about United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra Reaches $100 Million Milestone
Come Run with Ronald McDonald at the 12th Annual Runnin’ for the House 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk
Who: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas What: Runnin’ for the House certified 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk, Run with Ronald McDonald, Meet and Greet with Carrot Top, Pancake Breakfast, Expo Booth area, Microsoft interactive gaming tent, great Raffle items, and tours of the RMHC House When: Saturday, April 16, 2016 Registration begins at 7 a.m.; … [Read more...] about Come Run with Ronald McDonald at the 12th Annual Runnin’ for the House 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk
UPS Top in United Way Workplace Giving in 2015-16
Northern Nevada Businesses’ Employee Donations to Help Support Early Reading Efforts Reno – United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) has announced that United Parcel Service (UPS) was the top workplace campaign for 2015-16. Through employee pledges and special events, UPS raised $283,000 during its annual workplace giving campaign, which ran from Feb. 28, 2015 … [Read more...] about UPS Top in United Way Workplace Giving in 2015-16
Las Vegas Celebrates Grand Opening of Valley’s First Ronald McDonald Family Room at Sunrise Children’s Hospital
Keeping Families Closer Than Ever WHAT: The grand opening celebration of Southern Nevada’s first and only Ronald McDonald Family Room – providing families with a comfortable and supportive space to sleep, eat, rest and recharge – yet remain just steps away from their baby’s bedside in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit MEDIA: Media should meet in the Sunrise … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Celebrates Grand Opening of Valley’s First Ronald McDonald Family Room at Sunrise Children’s Hospital
Industry Focus: Utilities
With Nevada recovering from the recession, utility companies are finally beginning to invest in capital improvements, technology and expansion. Although the outlook is positive, progress can be slow due to changing regulations in the Silver State. However, rates remain competitive and conservation efforts prove to be strong. Recently, utility experts met at the Las Vegas office … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Utilities