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National Restaurant Association backs Trump's SBA nominations
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 22, 2025
The National Restaurant Association has expressed its support for President Donald Trump's recent nominations for leadership positions within the Small Business Administration (SBA).
Court invalidates PLA mandate for federal construction projects
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 20, 2025
The United States Court of Federal Claims has ruled in favor of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) in a consolidated bid protest case, MVL USA, Inc., et al. v. United States, Case No. 24-1057.
National Restaurant Association backs Trump's picks for Department of Labor leadership
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 17, 2025
More than 15.7 million individuals are employed in restaurants and foodservice outlets across the United States, positioning the industry as the nation's second-largest private sector employer.
National Restaurant Association announces 2025 board leaders
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 16, 2025
The National Restaurant Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) have announced their leadership for 2025.
Bill introduced to eliminate income tax on tips for service industry workers
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 16, 2025
Today, Senator Ted Cruz introduced the No Tax on Tips Act of 2025, aiming to eliminate income tax on tips earned by servers and bartenders in the restaurant and foodservice industry.
Survey finds incorrect marking behind most contractor utility line strikes
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 16, 2025
A recent survey conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America has highlighted significant issues with the marking of utility lines.
Survey highlights mixed outlooks for construction sectors amid economic uncertainties
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 8, 2025
Construction contractors are expressing optimism about certain private-sector segments and public-sector work, according to a recent survey by the Associated General Contractors of America and Sage.
Nevada Heritage Foundation offers $2K scholarship for agricultural trade students
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 4, 2025
The Nevada Heritage Foundation is offering a scholarship aimed at supporting students from Nevada who are pursuing trades related to agriculture.
Nevada Farm Bureau offers $1,000 scholarship for aspiring agriculture students
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 3, 2025
The Nevada Farm Bureau is offering the Dave Fulstone II Scholarship to support students interested in pursuing a career in agriculture.
US construction spending stagnant as housing gains offset office declines
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 2, 2025
Construction spending remained flat from October to November, according to a recent report by the Associated General Contractors of America.
Construction employment rises but workforce challenges loom
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 30, 2024
Construction employment has risen in 234 of the 358 metropolitan areas surveyed between November 2023 and November 2024, according to data analyzed by the Associated General Contractors of America.
Construction employment rises in most states; workforce shortages persist
By Silver State Journal | Dec 20, 2024
Construction employment has seen an increase in 41 states and the District of Columbia over the past year, with 23 states and D.C. adding jobs from October to November, according to a recent analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America.
FTC excludes restaurant fees from 'junk fees' regulation
By Silver State Journal | Dec 17, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has decided to exclude restaurant fees from its proposed "junk fees" ban, marking a significant win for the restaurant industry.
Vegas Chamber names Janet Uthman as chairwoman; announces focus on small businesses
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 13, 2024
Janet Uthman, Vice President and Market Leader for Cox Communications, has been sworn in as the 2025 Chairwoman of the Vegas Chamber.
Vegas Chamber launches JobX platform for Southern Nevada job seekers
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 13, 2024
The Vegas Chamber has introduced JobX, a new online platform aimed at assisting job seekers in Southern Nevada by providing information on in-demand careers within the region.
Construction sector adds thousands of jobs as demand shows signs of recovery
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 6, 2024
The construction sector saw an increase of 10,000 jobs in November, with growth reported in both residential and nonresidential areas.
Nevada offers grants for projects supporting specialty crop development
By B. B. Urness | Dec 5, 2024
The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) has announced the availability of over $267,000 in grants for projects aimed at promoting specialty crops within the state.
Restaurant gift cards remain popular holiday choice among all age groups
By B. B. Urness | Dec 4, 2024
This holiday season, restaurant gift cards are emerging as a popular choice among shoppers, according to a recent survey by the National Restaurant Association.
Insurance agent Daniel: ‘Nevada auto insurance rates are wild these days! If you’re feeling the pinch, you’re definitely not alone’
By B. B. Urness | Dec 4, 2024
Auto insurance rates in Nevada are rising at a staggering pace, with industry experts and critics pointing to the state’s legal environment as a key factor driving up costs.
Residential gains drive U.S construction spending increase amid regulatory delays
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 2, 2024
Construction spending in the United States saw a modest increase of 0.4 percent from September to October, reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2.174 trillion.