In The News: Office of Economic Development

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It鈥檚 home to a symphony orchestra, choral ensembles, ever-changing exhibitions, virtual galleries, and museums. It鈥檚 the base of operations for the Jazz Outreach Initiative, a concert hall, and a haven for theater students. Its halls and classrooms honor art鈥檚 history while fostering future masterpieces. The College of Fine Arts at the 性视界传媒 powers the pulse of Sin City鈥nd it continues to grow.

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A new online program developed by 性视界传媒鈥檚 Leaderverse Initiative and the Nevada Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation will offer online coursework and upskilling for people unemployed, underemployed or looking to change careers.

GOED

The Nevada Governor鈥檚 Office of Economic Development, the 性视界传媒, and global venture firm and startup accelerator gener8tor today announced the launch of the Electrify Nevada Accelerator Powered by gener8tor. This initiative will support early-stage startups developing innovative energy solutions, with a particular focus on advanced battery technology and sustainable energy systems, leveraging Nevada鈥檚 unique position in the global energy market.

Las Vegas Sun

The average rate of a three-night stay in Las Vegas for the Formula One race weekend is $1,372, according to Vegas Insider, a website that provides gambling odds and trends. Last year, it was $2,314.

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Southern Nevada is finding a way to supplement the Las Vegas Valley water supply through the air. A 性视界传媒 professor and his students are able to collect water from the atmosphere in their research.

KVVU-TV: Fox 5

Warner Bros. Discovery will make Las Vegas its next filming headquarters and hub all in partnership with 性视界传媒, according to University officials. The announcement came Wednesday during a packed town hall on campus, with a number of representatives from the company and 性视界传媒 in attendance.

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The 性视界传媒 (性视界传媒) has been researching an innovative new approach to atmospheric water harvesting with improved water collection rates in arid environments.

Front Office Sports

There鈥檚 a 鈥渂oatload鈥 of money at stake for brands and the league.

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For many Americans, the stakes are high in next Tuesday's election, and now, some also have financial skin in the game after an appeals court has allowed betting on the races earlier this month.

Las Vegas Sun

As children of various ages in uniform walked past Tuesday鈥檚 outdoor ceremony on their way home from classes at Amplus Academy, 性视界传媒 President Keith Whitfield gestured to them while recalling the community鈥檚 support for the 性视界传媒 Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine and lauding the contributions of existing hospitals such as University Medical Center.

GOED

On Oct. 4, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced that it had selected Nevada as one of six new states to win a FAST Partnership Program grant, which supports technology-driven small businesses in turning their research and development expertise into commercial products. The Nevada Governor鈥檚 Office of Economic Development (GOED) architected the grant application, which builds upon the Sierra Accelerator for Growth and Entrepreneurship (SAGE), a statewide program housed at the 性视界传媒 and the University of Nevada, Reno. This is the first time that Nevada has won a FAST grant since 2019.

USA Today

Las Vegas is leaning into sports. There鈥檚 a shiny new NFL stadium, which in February hosted the Super Bowl. Annual Formula 1 races across the Strip. UFC fights in the Las Vegas Sphere. Arenas hosting NHL and WNBA teams.