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Nevada receives FAST grant to boost small business innovation

By Silver State Journal | Nov 14, 2024

The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced that Nevada is one of six states to receive a FAST Partnership Program grant.

Nevada's career mapping research featured at international conference

By Silver State Journal | Nov 14, 2024

A recent paper by members of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) highlights innovative research on integrating technology and workforce training in Nevada.

Motorcycle safety event honors victims on World Day of Remembrance

By Silver State Journal | Nov 10, 2024

In recognition of the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, the CSN Motorcycle Safety program is collaborating with local organizations to host the “Back to the Basics Rally & Candlelight Vigil” on Sunday, November 17.

CSN Libraries host foster care toy drive across campuses

By Silver State Journal | Nov 7, 2024

Donation bins will be available at CSN Libraries and Student Government offices across all campuses.

Nevada allocates $283 million in bonds for statewide affordable housing projects

By Silver State Journal | Oct 31, 2024

The Nevada Housing Division (NHD) has announced the allocation of $283.3 million from Nevada's 2024 tax-exempt bonding authority to support affordable housing projects across the state.

National Apex Day celebrates success stories in U.S. government contracting

By Silver State Journal | Oct 10, 2024

APEX Accelerators across the United States celebrated National APEX Day on October 9, 2024.

Nevada secures federal FAST grant to boost tech-driven small businesses

By Silver State Journal | Oct 8, 2024

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced on October 4 that Nevada is among six new states to receive a FAST Partnership Program grant.

Nevada attracts $18 million investment from abated companies

By Silver State Journal | Oct 4, 2024

The Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED) has announced that three companies receiving abatements will invest $18 million in Nevada.

Nevada Division of Insurance holds town hall on wildfire impacts

By Silver State Journal | Jun 13, 2024

The Nevada Division of Insurance has announced a Town Hall meeting in Incline Village, Nevada, to address the effects of wildfires on homeowners and condominium insurance.

Elko County students achieve perfect pass rate on career readiness credential

By Silver State Journal | May 29, 2024

The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has announced that nine students from the Elko County School District have achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Career Readiness Credential (NCRC) exams.

Nevada approves tax abatements for two companies creating nearly 300 jobs

By Silver State Journal | May 24, 2024

The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has approved tax abatements totaling $35,321,637 for two companies.

Nevada approves $1.1 million for workforce training at Truckee Meadows Community College

By Silver State Journal | May 24, 2024

The Governor's Office of Economic Development has announced the approval of $1.1 million in funding to support workforce training programs at Truckee Meadows Community College.

Nevada honors Dwayne Harris as employee veteran of April

By Silver State Journal | May 22, 2024

Dwayne Harris, a Compliance Audit/Investigator II with the Division of Industrial Relations (DIR), Workers Compensation Section (WCS), has been named the April 2024 Nevada Employee Veteran of the Month.

Economic growth spurred by new facilities and investments across Nevada

By Silver State Journal | May 17, 2024

Down south, the footwear company Crocs has opened a one-million-square-foot facility in North Las Vegas.

Nevada Division of Insurance launches home insurance tool for consumers

By Silver State Journal | May 3, 2024

The Nevada Division of Insurance (NVDOI) has introduced a new online tool to assist Nevada residents in finding home insurance providers that are currently accepting applications based on specific zip codes.

Nevada's new $12 hourly minimum wage takes effect July 1

By Silver State Journal | Apr 2, 2024

The Nevada Office of the Labor Commissioner has announced upcoming changes to the state's minimum wage, effective July 1, 2024.

Nevada orders Sigue Corp. to stop money transmission activities

By Silver State Journal | Mar 22, 2024

The Nevada Financial Institutions Division has directed Sigue Corp. to halt its money transmission operations in the state due to financial instability.