Nevada’s population is projected to increase 5.6 percent through 2022, according to the state demographer. That expansion and the continuing robust economy translate into greatly increased, cumulative power and water needs by new businesses and residences. Accommodating the current and forecasted growth is a huge focus of the Silver State entities providing these utilities. … [Read more...] about Amping Up
Valley Electric Association Inc. (VEA)
VEA Hires Renewable Energy Leader as Executive Vice President of Energy Services
PAHRUMP, Nev. – Valley Electric Association, Inc. (VEA), a member-owned electric cooperative based in Pahrump, announced the organization has hired Chris Brooks, a well-established leader in Nevada’s renewable energy industry, to serve as VEA’s executive vice president of energy services. In his new role, Brooks will be responsible for managing VEA’s distributed generation … [Read more...] about VEA Hires Renewable Energy Leader as Executive Vice President of Energy Services
Advanced Technology Arrives to Catch Breast Cancer Sooner
Desert Radiologists acquired an advanced imaging tool to catch breast cancer earlier. The medical imaging provider is the only outpatient facility in Nevada to offer the technology, according to a recent statement. The provider is offering three dimensional mammography, called breast tomosynthesis, for breast cancer screening. Considered the latest in digital imaging … [Read more...] about Advanced Technology Arrives to Catch Breast Cancer Sooner
VEA Announces 2014 Annual Scholarship Winners
PAHRUMP, Nev. – Following a thorough application process, Valley Electric Association, Inc. (VEA), a member-owned electric cooperative based in Pahrump, recently announced the winners of its 2014 annual scholarships. To assist hard-working members in its service territory with furthering their education, the cooperative awarded five academic, vocational and continuing education … [Read more...] about VEA Announces 2014 Annual Scholarship Winners
Gordon Silver Honored as Pro Bono Firm of the Year
Gordon Silver Ltd. was selected as Southern Nevada's Pro Bono Firm of the Year. The award was part of the 13th Annual Pro Bono Awards Luncheon, put on by the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada earlier this month. The event honors community volunteers who donate time to assist low income clients with legal issues. “Gordon Silver has long been an active participant in … [Read more...] about Gordon Silver Honored as Pro Bono Firm of the Year
Valley Electric Association Brings in Buckets of School Supplies for Local Kids
A recent school supply drive in Pahrump generated 319 cubic feet of learning materials for children in 11 Nevada schools. The seventh annual "Fill the Bucket Truck" drive, put on by Pahrump-based Valley Electric Association Inc. (VEA) collected donations at various locations in Pahrump on Aug. 17. Each donor received tickets for a chance to win one of 10 power bill … [Read more...] about Valley Electric Association Brings in Buckets of School Supplies for Local Kids