America is not standing on the edge of a future conflict… we are already inside one. It is a war without uniforms, without declarations, and without headlines. It is being fought through economics, data, land, cyber intrusion, propaganda, and dependency. And it is quietly succeeding. This form of conflict is known as Grey Zone warfare. It's a strategy that operates above normal … [Read more...] about Nevada and the Nation
Archives for February 2026
Banking On Nevada
To succeed in 2026, Nevada bankers will have to be expert multi-taskers. They must deal with the burden of government regulations while battling increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes. Predicting interest rates is a constant challenge. In addition, bankers must balance risk and reward with their lending policies and adapt to changes in what customers expect from … [Read more...] about Banking On Nevada
Industry FocusTechnology
Today’s digital world has changed businesses and their needs. Before the digital age, a lock and key was sufficient to keep out bad actors. However, businesses now require experts in technology to create safeguards for their assets. Challenges for those experts include everything from cyber protection to workforce. AI is also changing the technology game by creating … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Randy Miller
President/ Principal Engineer Broadbent & Associates, Inc. Type of Business: Environmental Consulting Based in: Reno Hails from: Reno Years Org. has been in Nevada: 38 Years as an Executive in Nevada: 32 Employees in NV (approx.): 96 How did you get into your profession? I attended a career fair when I was a senior in high school. I spoke to a professor at … [Read more...] about Randy Miller
How the New(ish) Sports Industry is Shaping NevadaThe State’s Effort to Collect Professional Teams and Its Impact on the Economy
In half a decade, Nevada has racked up nearly all the infinity stones of professional sports: once the Las Vegas A’s stadium opens for the season, the state will be home to both minor and major league baseball, the NFL, NHL, and WNBA. How did this rapid growth happen, and what does it mean for Nevada locals and calls to diversify the state’s economy? Culture of Hospitality … [Read more...] about How the New(ish) Sports Industry is Shaping Nevada
Around the StateFebruary 2026
Nevada Schools Earn Community Work Recognition The University of Nevada, Las Vegas and the University of Nevada, Reno have announced they have earned the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The distinction is awarded by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the American Council on Education and recognizes schools for connecting their … [Read more...] about Around the State
Nevada Must Protect Constitutional Limits, Patient Choice, and Fiscal Responsibility
By Nevada Sen. Robin Titus, M.D., and Pete Sepp, president of the National Taxpayers Union Nevadans face a critical turning point that could dramatically alter the future direction of health care in the state for years to come. With the Battle Born State Plan set to begin this year, Nevada is on the brink of launching a government-controlled “Public Option” insurance scheme. … [Read more...] about Nevada Must Protect Constitutional Limits, Patient Choice, and Fiscal Responsibility
Somewhere to Hang Your HatNevada’s Residential Housing Market
Everybody's got to live somewhere, and as Nevada continues to diversify its economy and remains state tax-free and business-friendly, more people are choosing to hang their hats in Nevada and call it home. It's just there aren't quite enough hat racks. Coming into 2026, the Nevada housing market can best be described as stable. There are no big jumps in housing prices, and … [Read more...] about Somewhere to Hang Your Hat
Industrial SummaryFourth Quarter 2025
Northern Nevada By Stephen Delgado, CBRE | RENO The Reno industrial market was comprised of approximately 120 million sq. ft. at the close of Q4 2025. There were four new industrial buildings delivered to the market in Q4 2025, totaling 1.7 million sq. ft. The construction pipeline has halted with nothing underway while 15.8 million sq. ft. sits in various planning stages. … [Read more...] about Industrial Summary
Business IndicatorsFebruary 2026
The federal government shutdown continued to affect several economic data series at the end of 2025 as a result of missing October values. The U.S. Department of Justice opened a federal investigation of Fed Chair Powell, raising concerns about the Fed’s ongoing independence. Chair Powell for the first time responded to the political pressure in written and televised … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWhat Technology Has Become Invaluable to Your Business?
Brett Primack Owner/General Contractor Las Vegas Remodel & Construction “Cloud-based project management software has become invaluable, enabling real-time scheduling, budget tracking, document management, and clear client communication, keeping projects organized and transparent.” Ginger Liess Head of School Shenker Academy “Cloud-based platforms such as … [Read more...] about The Last Word