Local community leaders shared how communities have been impacted by Trump’s immigration policy, including fewer people participating in their local economies by going to work or shopping at small businesses. Additionally, they reported that due to the Administration’s continued enforcement actions at sensitive locations, there has been a decrease in school and church attendance and a continued mental health crisis within their communities.⁣

Every Nevada entrepreneur I met this year taught me the same three things. And honestly? I needed these reminders too.

💭 DREAM BIG: Even when the vision isn’t fully clear.
🏃‍♀️ KEEP GOING: Even when the path isn’t easy.
🪏 And BUILD something rooted in community, not just hustle.

From creators to café owners to community-led nonprofits, the throughline was always the same: belief, resilience, and purpose.

Grateful to learn from voices like Jessica Woo, Lin Smith-Jerome, the Project Marilyn team and so many others who are building with intention across Nevada.

Built in Nevada is about more than business.
It’s about people choosing to create something meaningful, right where they are.

Which of these lessons do you need most right now?

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After years of failures and frustration among users, the state-run Silver Flume platform is being replaced by a modernized system that promises simpler procedures, greater transparency, and a more user-friendly experience for businesses in Nevada.

Rancho High School students staged a walkout to protest ICE raids, joining a countywide call for action targeting high schoolers.

This week, Rancho High School was one of several Clark County public schools where students staged a mass protest against ICE raids by walking out of class.

Some Nevadans could see their health insurance premiums double this year because Congresspeople like Rep. Mark Amodei failed to act.

Follow @nevadannews as we report on that failure's impact.

As we head into another election year, here's what you need to know about Question 6 and amendments to the Nevada Constitution.