Nevada’s pandemic-era mandate for universal free lunches in schools ends on Sept. 9. The arguments in favor: Kids need a good meal in order to perform well in school. (I have taught…
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A note form the publisher: A look behind the scenes of this year’s Best of Northern Nevada issue
Some assorted thoughts on this, our annual Best of Northern Nevada issue … • Thanks to everyone who took the time to vote in our annual readers’ poll. I realize that facing…
A whole new economy: The new Aerospace and Defense Academy will help Nevada develop an even stronger business sector
The Northern Nevada business climate has not only changed in the last 20 years; it’s transformed into an entirely new economy—for the better, in many ways (minus the ongoing challenges of rising…
Planning for wildfires and smoke can save lives as well as property
On a recent red-flag day, I hiked high in the Mount Charleston Wilderness and looked down on the nearly invisible Las Vegas Valley, blanketed with smog from Arizona and California fires, grateful…
Guest comment: Asbestos exposure may be harming Nevada veterans
The U.S. military abundantly used asbestos-containing products due to their accessibility and low price. As a result, many service members were exposed to this toxic material while protecting our country. The increasing…
On Nevada Business: Into 2024—and into the unknown
Ladies and gentlemen, we are entering a new year—which means it’s time for a renewed focus on our respective businesses. We need to be certain we do things better and more efficiently…
Nevada’s wild horses and burros are protected by law and are not ruining public lands
A Nov. 16 letter by the Coalition for Healthy Nevada Lands to the Bureau of Land Management’s national director misrepresents the status of Nevada’s wild horse and burro herds, claiming these have…
On Nevada Business: Local startup Trybe focuses on the benefits of extreme endurance
Every few months, I try to feature a local founder and their startup—so I’d like you to meet Keaton Lynn and his company, Trybe. At first glance, Trybe (trybesummits.com) seems like a…