Silver State Times

Analysis: Nevada among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Silver State Times | Feb 6, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Silver State Times shows that Nevada is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.

Heart month raises awareness on cardiovascular health risks

By Silver State Times | Feb 6, 2025

February is recognized as American Heart Month, a national initiative aimed at raising awareness about cardiovascular health.

Small businesses face ongoing hiring challenges despite optimism

By Silver State Times | Feb 6, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its latest monthly Jobs Report, revealing ongoing challenges for small businesses in filling job vacancies.

Nevada seeks partners for summer meal program targeting children

By Silver State Times | Feb 6, 2025

The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) is calling for partners to join the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), a federally funded initiative aimed at providing free meals to children during school breaks.

Nevada inflation rate outpaces national average as of December 2024

By Silver State Times | Feb 5, 2025

As of December 2024, Nevada experienced a 21.8% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.