Even when it sides with the right, big government suppresses both freedom and economic growth. by … [Read More...] about Fight Wokeness With Small Government
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Politics and Government
Workers of the World, Vote!
So Big Labor will say. But most private-sector union members have never cast a ballot for their own union. By F. Vincent Vernuccio, The Wall Street Journal, August 30, 2024 Labor Day is the traditional start of the campaign season, which means labor unions will soon hold get-out-the-vote … [Read More...] about Workers of the World, Vote!
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspending campaign, endorses Trump
by Jonathan J. Cooper, Michelle L. Price and Gabriel Sandoval The Associated Press / Las Vegas Review Journal, August 23, 2024 PHOENIX — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspended his independent campaign for the White House and endorsed Donald Trump on Friday, a late-stage shakeup of the race that could … [Read More...] about Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspending campaign, endorses Trump
Who’s behind one of Nevada’s biggest Democratic donors? It’s a secret.
by Eric Neugeboren, The Nevada Independent, August 20, 2024 Little is known about the Nevada Alliance, which has donated more than $7 million to state Democratic causes, because it doesn’t have to disclose its donors. Since fall 2018, the Nevada Alliance has poured more than $7 million into … [Read More...] about Who’s behind one of Nevada’s biggest Democratic donors? It’s a secret.
Tourism & Gaming
Nevada gaming by the numbers: Casino taxes exceed expectations
by David Danzis, Las Vegas Review-Journal, August 29, 2024 Casino taxes and fees collected by Nevada during the state’s most recent fiscal year exceeded economic forecasts, according to data from gaming regulators. However, collections are down slightly through the first couple of months in the … [Read More...] about Nevada gaming by the numbers: Casino taxes exceed expectations
Governor’s Tourism Conference returning to Las Vegas after hiatus
by Richard N. Velotta, Las Vegas Review-Journal, August 16, 2024 The Governor’s Conference on Tourism, a two-day gathering of tourism leaders, will return in October this year after a four-year hiatus, Travel Nevada, the state’s branded destination marketing organization announced. This year’s … [Read More...] about Governor’s Tourism Conference returning to Las Vegas after hiatus
Las Vegas airport to see new elevators, thanks to federal grant
by Richard N. Velotta, Las Vegas Review-Journal, August 16, 2024 A $20.6 million federal grant will add new elevators and refurbish elevators and escalators at Harry Reid International Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration announced. The grants are a part of President Biden’s Bipartisan … [Read More...] about Las Vegas airport to see new elevators, thanks to federal grant
Business
How an inexperienced green tech startup secured millions from Nevada officials
by Anjeanette Damon, original published by ProPublica, August 30, 2024 The summer heat collected inside a fire station in Reno, the nation’s fastest-warming city, where Nevada’s governor and key local government leaders had gathered in July 2021. They were there to announce what they … [Read More...] about How an inexperienced green tech startup secured millions from Nevada officials
How would an increased federal minimum wage affect Nevada?
by McKenna Ross, Las Vegas Review-Journal, August 28, 2024 Presidential campaign proposals to increase the federal minimum wage could affect Nevadans — but only if it goes up high enough. Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign has said if elected, the Democratic presidential candidate will … [Read More...] about How would an increased federal minimum wage affect Nevada?
Keystone Press Releases
Nevada’s Labor Force Sees Remarkable Growth Under Governor Lombardo’s Leadership
LAS VEGAS, NV – Keystone celebrates the extraordinary growth in Nevada’s labor market as a direct result of Governor Joe Lombardo's focused approach to economic development. The state has seen its labor force grow for the 10th consecutive month, a testament to the Governor's effective … [Read More...] about Nevada’s Labor Force Sees Remarkable Growth Under Governor Lombardo’s Leadership
In Loving Memory of Keystone’s Founding Member – Barry Becker
With heavy hearts, we share the news of the tragic and unexpected passing of Barry Weddington Becker, one of the founding members of Keystone Corporation. Barry, 78, left us on Monday, October 30, 2023, leaving an indelible mark on the Las Vegas business community. Barry's Impact: Barry was … [Read More...] about In Loving Memory of Keystone’s Founding Member – Barry Becker
Legislation
Uber-backed ballot question capping attorney fees widely supported, internal poll finds
By Eric Neugeboren, The Nevada Independent, July 26, 2024 Nevadans overwhelmingly support an Uber-backed ballot question that would cap how much attorneys in the state can charge in civil case fees, according to a poll conducted last week and commissioned by supporters of … [Read More...] about Uber-backed ballot question capping attorney fees widely supported, internal poll finds
Governors Lombardo And Newsom Square Off Over New CA Fuel Regulations
Lombardo warns that new law could result in higher gas prices for Nevadans By Megan Barth, The Nevada Globe, May 15, 2024 Yesterday afternoon, Governor Lombardo sent a letter (see below) to California Governor Gavin Newsom raising his concerns about the unintended consequences of … [Read More...] about Governors Lombardo And Newsom Square Off Over New CA Fuel Regulations
‘Appearance of impropriety’: Nevada pours millions into nonprofits tied to state lawmakers
By Taylor Avery & Jessica Hill, Las Vegas Review-Journal, October 29, 2023 At least 13 legislators had connections to organizations that received more than $33 million from the state this legislative session, prompting ethics concerns in Nevada. More than 70 groups received over $110 … [Read More...] about ‘Appearance of impropriety’: Nevada pours millions into nonprofits tied to state lawmakers
Nevada News
Postal Service drops plan to move all Reno mail processing to Sacramento
The agency plans to continue processing single-piece mail in Reno, which followed bipartisan outcry, but move bulk mail processing to Sacramento. by Eric Neugeboren, The Nevada Independent, August 27, 2024 The United States Postal Service is abandoning plans to move all Reno mail processing to … [Read More...] about Postal Service drops plan to move all Reno mail processing to Sacramento
Nevada’s stubborn unemployment suggests loosening job market, economists say
by McKenna Ross, Las Vegas Review-Journal, August 30, 2024 As U.S. economists watch inflation rates and employment reports to gauge where the country’s economy is now and could be heading, Nevada officials see parallels to nationwide trends. While the Silver State still has one of the nation’s … [Read More...] about Nevada’s stubborn unemployment suggests loosening job market, economists say
Governor Lombardo Fact Checks NV Dems Over ‘Free’ School Meals Legislation
Lombardo: ‘My administration is confident that every student in need can receive free school meals’ by Megan Barth, The Nevada Globe, August 21, 2024 During the last legislative session, Democratic Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui (AD-41) sponsored AB 319, a “free” universal … [Read More...] about Governor Lombardo Fact Checks NV Dems Over ‘Free’ School Meals Legislation
