By Michael Schaus, The Nevada Independent, May 12, 2024 There was a time when individuals all … [Read More...] about OPINION: We’re amazing — of course everyone wants to move here
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Judge dismisses suit challenging Uber-backed petition capping attorney fees at 20 percent
By Eric Neugeboren, The Nevada Independent, May 10, 2024 A Carson City judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by Nevada trial lawyers seeking to block an Uber-backed ballot petition that would cap attorney fees at 20 percent of all settlements and rewards in Nevada civil cases. Judge James … [Read More...] about Judge dismisses suit challenging Uber-backed petition capping attorney fees at 20 percent
Assemblywoman Jauregui’s Employment With Progressive Consulting Firm Raises Ethical Concerns
Jauregui is employed by Hilltop Public Solutions a left-of-center political consulting firm that manages Democratic political and left-of-center advocacy campaigns By Megan Barth, The Nevada Globe, May 9, 2024 Prior to President Biden’s last visit to Nevada, Governor Joe Lombardo announced … [Read More...] about Assemblywoman Jauregui’s Employment With Progressive Consulting Firm Raises Ethical Concerns
Tracking Nevada’s 2024 ballot measures: From A’s to abortion rights
By Eric Neugeboren, The Nevada Independent, May 13, 2024 Enshrining abortion rights in the state Constitution. Requiring ID to vote. Blocking the public financing of a Las Vegas baseball stadium for the Oakland A’s. These policies are among the 11 potential ballot questions that may end … [Read More...] about Tracking Nevada’s 2024 ballot measures: From A’s to abortion rights
Tourism & Gaming
Indy Gaming: For MGM, F1 windfall helps offset growing labor costs
By Howard Stutz, The Nevada Independent, February 21, 2024 The three-level Bellagio Fountain Club, which was built trackside at the front of the Bellagio Casino Resort for November’s three-day Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix, combined high-end dining, grandstand seating and a rooftop viewing … [Read More...] about Indy Gaming: For MGM, F1 windfall helps offset growing labor costs
What goes in to estimating an event’s economic impact on the city
By Katie Ann McCarver, Vegas Inc., February 5, 2024 About three years ago, as the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority made a bid to host the city’s first Super Bowl—now just days away—it commissioned local analytics firm Applied Analysis to create an economic impact statement on the … [Read More...] about What goes in to estimating an event’s economic impact on the city
In 2023, Las Vegas saw its highest visitation totals since before the pandemic
By Howard Stutz, The Nevada Independent, January 25, 2024 Las Vegas drew more than 40.8 million visitors in 2023, the destination’s highest single-year total since the pandemic decimated the state’s tourism market starting in 2020. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) said … [Read More...] about In 2023, Las Vegas saw its highest visitation totals since before the pandemic
Business
Succession Planning in Nevada Passing the Baton
By Emilie Fairfield, Nevada Business Magazine, April 1, 2024 There comes a time in the life of a business when leadership must be passed from one generation to the next. After watching her paternal grandfather’s butcher shop go through liquidation and her maternal grandfather’s printing shop be … [Read More...] about Succession Planning in Nevada Passing the Baton
Entravision Opens Las Vegas Facility
By Mark R. Madler, Los Angeles Business Journal, March 11, 2024 Entravision Communications Corp. has debuted its new broadcasting facility in Las Vegas. The opening of the new studio was attended by two U.S. senators, Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto, Nevada Lt. Governor Stavros … [Read More...] about Entravision Opens Las Vegas Facility
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
‘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
Fentanyl crackdown, expanded IUD access among 106 Nevada laws taking effect Oct. 1
By Sean Golonka & Eric Neugeboren, The Nevada Independent, October 1, 2023 New laws increasing criminal penalties for fentanyl trafficking and stealing catalytic converters are part of the more than 100 bills passed earlier this year that took effect in whole or in part on Sunday. That … [Read More...] about Fentanyl crackdown, expanded IUD access among 106 Nevada laws taking effect Oct. 1
Appearance of Impropriety Common in NV Legislature
By Geoffrey Lawrence, NPRI, September 11, 2023 “I will follow the opinion. I will abstain,” said Nevada’s longest-serving state Senator Bill Raggio. Raggio, who served 40 years in the state senate, including 16 years as Senate Majority Leader, was hip-deep in negotiating a payroll tax … [Read More...] about Appearance of Impropriety Common in NV Legislature
Nevada News
Keep mail center in Nevada, state leaders urge Postal Service
By Jessica Hill, Las Vegas Review-Journal, May 9, 2024 Nevada’s elected leaders are urging the U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors to intervene and reverse a Postal Service decision to downsize and relocate its outgoing mail process operations in Reno to Sacramento. In a letter sent … [Read More...] about Keep mail center in Nevada, state leaders urge Postal Service
Can’t have Vegas become ‘crime-ridden’ like other cities, Metro sheriff says
By Brett Clarkson. Las Vegas Review-Journal, May 13, 2024 As Las Vegas continues to grow, Sheriff Kevin McMahill wants to make sure the Las Vegas Valley doesn’t become a hotbed for crime like what has occurred in some other American metropolitan areas. “Regardless of where I go, I get a lot of … [Read More...] about Can’t have Vegas become ‘crime-ridden’ like other cities, Metro sheriff says
UNLV’s tech park still growing, targets high-profile companies
By Sean Hemmersmeier, Las Vegas Review-Journal, April 15, 2024 UNLV is looking to cash in on the positive momentum of development in the southwest Las Vegas Valley to lure high-profile companies to its tech park in the area. While many sports, entertainment and technology companies are … [Read More...] about UNLV’s tech park still growing, targets high-profile companies