As a passionate participant in the Burning Man phenomenon in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert for more than 20 years, I truly believe art holds the remarkable power to change lives. From creating desirable gathering places for communities to igniting important conversations, establishing recognizable parts of a neighborhood and creating focal points for memories, art holds … [Read more...] about Expert Advice
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Carson Middle School Maker’s Club to Visit Reno Generator
Commonly known as the birthplace of some of Burning Man’s most notorious art installations, the Reno Generator will play host to a different kind of group Friday, March 10: Middle school Makers. Led by coaches Al Wakesnorus, Noble Studios CEO Jarrod Lopiccolo and STEM teacher Josh Billings, Carson Middle School’s Maker’s Club, CMIT, will visit the community arts space for … [Read more...] about Carson Middle School Maker’s Club to Visit Reno Generator
Homeland Security and Defense in the Silver State
Regardless of what a grumpy traveler delayed by airport checkpoints may tell you, Homeland Security provides an important framework that ensures that key elements of Nevada’s economy continue to thrive. During the first seven months of this year, approximately 11.5 million people came through security checkpoints on their way to board flights at McCarran International … [Read more...] about Homeland Security and Defense in the Silver State
Heart & Soul: Nevada’s Downtowns
Downtown areas, the core of every city, should provide a central gathering place for all residents and attract visitors and businesses as well. However, Nevada’s major metropolitan spots haven’t yet acheived that to the degree desired according to experts. Most development and redevelopment momentum stalled during the recession. Today, however, several Nevada cities, along with … [Read more...] about Heart & Soul: Nevada’s Downtowns
Rural Nevada: Independent Spirit Alive and Well
Nevada’s rural economies are microcosms of the state’s economy, each with its own characteristics, strengths and weaknesses. While the rest of the country experienced the economic downturn, several of Nevada’s northeastern rural counties barely even blinked. As the economy dove and gold prices rose, mining counties like Elko are just now catching their breath as rapid growth … [Read more...] about Rural Nevada: Independent Spirit Alive and Well