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Las Vegas, NV, North America’s largest construction trade show, CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, officially opened today at the Las Vegas Convention Center, bringing tens of thousands of industry professionals to Southern Nevada for a week focused on innovation, workforce development, and economic growth. The event runs through March 7 and is considered one of the most influential gatherings in the global construction sector. Held every three years in Las Vegas, CONEXPO-CON/AGG spans nearly three million square feet of exhibit space and features more than 2,000 exhibitors. Companies from across the United States and around the world are showcasing heavy machinery, construction technology,…

Nevada closes out February with a series of developments across infrastructure, business, public safety, sports, and entertainment that continue to shape life across the Silver State. From Southern Nevada road improvements to major utility refunds and a highly anticipated college basketball rivalry, residents are seeing steady movement in areas that directly impact daily life and the state’s economic outlook. Southern Nevada Public Safety and Community Developments Law enforcement agencies across Clark County have reported increased activity this week as officers responded to several public safety incidents in Las Vegas and North Las Vegas. Authorities confirmed multiple arrests connected to vehicle-related…

On February 24, 2026, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) unanimously approved a major settlement requiring NV Energy to refund over $63 million in overcharges to thousands of electric utility customers across the state. The decision ends a long‑running regulatory dispute and offers significant financial relief to Nevadans who were overcharged for electricity due to billing errors spanning more than two decades. Background: Misclassification and Overcharges The issue arose from a billing misclassification, where NV Energy mistakenly categorized many multifamily residential properties (such as apartments and condos) as single‑family residential customers. Since single‑family customers face higher electricity rates, the…

LAS VEGAS, On Sunday, February 22, 2026, Las Vegas hosted one of Nevada’s most inspiring community fitness and fundraising events of the year: Scale The STRAT, an annual “Fight for Air Climb” that brought together lung disease survivors, health advocates, athletes, and community members to ascend all 108 floors of The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower in support of lung health awareness and research. The event, sponsored by the American Lung Association in Nevada, drew hundreds of participants from across the state who braved the 1,455-step challenge up one of Las Vegas’s most iconic landmarks. Climbers of all abilities, from…

Nevada’s education community is celebrating meaningful progress in fostering positive behavioral support and school culture across the state. Schools from Las Vegas to Reno have been recognized for their commitment to programs that promote student well‑being, enhance learning environments, and strengthen connections between schools and their communities. Over the first weeks of February 2026, multiple Nevada schools earned accolades for their efforts in implementing Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), evidence‑based frameworks designed to improve student behavior, academic outcomes, and overall school climate. These recognitions reflect a growing focus on holistic education strategies that support students socially and emotionally, not just academically.…

CARSON CITY, Nev., On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, health care leaders and state lawmakers convened to tackle a growing concern in Nevada’s maternal and infant health outcomes: the structure and distribution of neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) across the Silver State. A leading maternal‑fetal medicine specialist warned legislators that Nevada’s “more‑the‑merrier” approach to NICU expansion may actually contribute to uneven care and stunted collaboration between providers. Expert Testimony Highlights Fragmented NICU Network At a meeting of the state legislature’s interim health committee, Dr. Brian Iriye, managing physician at the High Risk Pregnancy Center in Las Vegas and former president of…

PAHRUMP, Nev., In a groundbreaking push that could reshape labor rights within Nevada’s regulated adult industry, sex workers at Sheri’s Ranch in Pahrump are organizing to form the first union for brothel workers in the United States. The effort, driven by concerns over workplace protections and contractual terms, has sparked statewide attention and has potential broader implications for labor rights in traditionally unregulated sectors. In early February, more than 70 courtesans employed at one of Nevada’s longest‑operating legal brothels submitted a petition seeking union recognition under the name United Brothel Workers. They are being represented by the Communications Workers of…

On February 12, 2026, Nevada election officials announced the results of extensive voter‑roll maintenance ahead of the 2026 election cycle, revealing that nearly 177,000 voter registrations were canceled and roughly 138,000 were designated inactive across the state during routine list updates. The update, part of statutory list maintenance under Nevada law, reflects a significant reshaping of the state’s voter registration database, and its impacts are being closely watched by election administrators and voters alike. Voter‑roll maintenance is a regular administrative process conducted by county election officials in Nevada and other states to ensure the accuracy of voter registration lists. These…

Juniper Ridge Construction delivers quality work with honesty while giving back to the Reno/Sparks, Nevada community. Building More Than Projects Kao Lee’s journey to founding Juniper Ridge Construction was not a straight path. After years of navigating personal challenges and traveling the world, Kao returned home with a renewed sense of purpose. His experiences, chronicled in his memoir A Drunk With a Passport, taught him the power of resilience and the importance of giving back. With these lessons in mind, he set out to build a company that would do more than construct buildings. Juniper Ridge Construction exists to make…

Carson City, NV, On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, Nevada hosted meaningful events and developments that resonated with both community pride and long‑term state planning, offering residents and observers alike insights into civic engagement and public infrastructure priorities shaping the Silver State’s future. Flag Sojourn 250 Comes to Carson City Nevada’s capital city served as a key stop on the Flag Sojourn 250 nationwide tour, a symbolic tribute celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding. This initiative honors the American flag’s role as a unifying emblem of the nation’s history, values, and sacrifices, with the flag itself having…