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Summer is nearly here and many of us have vacation on our minds. I’ve been touring our great state and can report there are some amazing rural locations to visit! Do you know that northwestern Nevada’s Massacre Rim has one of the darkest skies on this planet? And you’ll meet cooler temperatures when you travel up to Dark Sky country.

I’m proud to share that I was elected Finance Chair of the Republican Lieutenant Governor’s Association. I recently attended the National Lieutenant Governor's Association spring meeting where I presided over a panel of speakers on workforce development, childcare, and prescription drug cost. Sharing innovative ideas with other Lieutenant Governors helps create better lives around the country.

I recently led a delegation to Taiwan where I traveled with Nevada state legislators to promote economic development and tourism between our countries. It was an amazing experience and I am grateful to share that experience with you.

Enjoy the first days of summer. Please remember, when you hit the road, be aware of our hard-working NDOT team!

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Celebrate the “Queen of the Silver Camps” during Tonopah's Jim Butler Days, a nine-day, town-wide party with all kinds of events. The Jim Butler Stampede features all your favorite rodeo events—like ranch bronc riding, team roping, barrels, and more—while the Nevada State Mining Championships showcase the physically demanding methods used by early hard rock miners.

Other festivities include a parade, a pageant, a craft fair, street dances, stock car races, spirit tastings, events for kids, live music, a raffle, and tons more.

Come to Boulder City and watch as more than 40 teams go head-to-head for the title of best barbecue…while thousands of hungry visitors devour an eclectic lineup of barbecue.

An official Nevada State Championship Grilling Competition, the Best Dam Barbecue Challenge is sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbecue Society.

Beyond the main competition, there is a Kids Que Challenge, Best Dam Car Show, family fun zone, and vendor marketplace where visitors can find wares, wears, body art, and fair-style snacks.

Our community is at its best when everyone is actively engaged. In that spirit, the Lieutenant Governor’s Office and the Office of Small Business Advocacy are hosting Forums all across the Silver State that bring together elected officials and government representatives for a one-on-one conversation with community members.

Mark Your Calendar:

We hope you'll join us for the next Forum on Wednesday, May 29 from 10 AM – 12 PM at the Nevada State Capitol Building.

📅 Wednesday, May 29

🕕 10 AM - 12 PM

📍 Nevada State Capitol Building in Carson City - Old Assembly Chambers | Map It

Contact Melissa if you have any questions. Click here to RSVP.

Taking place on a working cattle ranch and farm, Backcountry Festival brings fan favorites and up-and-coming performers to Carson Valley for a celebration of all things country. More than two dozen musicians rock the stage set among 300 acres of lush pasture and mountain sunshine.

Between bands, sample tasty barbecue and brews from a variety of local and regional vendors.

Lieutenant Governor Anthony was honored to be elected Finance Chair of the Republican Lieutenant Governor’s Association (RLGA).

“I cannot wait to roll up my sleeves and get to work with the executive team, where we will continue to ensure that we raise more money than ever to maintain our high rate of success this November.”

Read more about RLGA and the 2024 Executive Committee.

The Lieutenant Governor and his staff took a behind-the-scenes tour of NV Energy’s control system and learned about the impressive measures NV Energy takes to ensure the safety and security of our power grid.

Did you know that NV Energy's roots go back to the California Gold Rush and the Comstock Lode? Today, they service nearly 46,000 square miles, close to 1.3 million electric customers, and more than 50 million tourists annually!

Lieutenant Governor Anthony appeared on “Let’s Talk Business” to discuss the importance of small businesses to Nevada, and how the Lieutenant Governor’s Office of Small Business Advocacy supports Nevada’s entrepreneurs.

Come fall 2025, Valley of Fire will get a new visitor center! The state park's new building will feature state of the art exhibits that explain the cultural and geological history of the park as well as an outdoor amphitheater capable of seating up to 200 visitors.

“The new Valley of Fire Visitor Center will serve as a gateway to the park, providing visitors with enhanced opportunities to connect with the natural beauty and rich history of this unique landscape.”

Bob Mergell, Administrator for the Nevada Division of State Parks

Learn More:

Las Vegas Review Journal

8 News Now

MVProgress

Rural Roundup is Travel Nevada’s premier rural tourism conference. This year’s event was held in Lake Tahoe and attended by over 250 Nevada tourism professionals. Lieutenant Governor Anthony was honored to kick off the conference by delivering the opening remarks.

The Lieutenant Governor's Office of Small Business Advocacy Director, Sarah Johnson, was a judge for Rural Roundup's first-ever Rural Tourism Entrepreneurship Competition. Lotspeich Family Farm walked away with $20,000 to help drive local tourism in northeastern Nevada this Fall through agritourism activities, including a brand new pumpkin patch!

While the Lieutenant Governor's team was in Lake Tahoe, they made sure to visit local businesses like Zephyr Cove Lodge & Restaurant and take a ride on the gondola at Heavenly.

Rural Roundup 2025 will be held in Laughlin, Nevada!

Lieutenant Governor Anthony, who previously served as a Regent for the Nevada System of Higher Education, toured Western Nevada College in Carson City with president Dr. Kyle Dalpe. This visit highlights the Lieutenant Governor's ongoing commitment to advancing educational opportunities within the state.

The tour provided an opportunity to engage with students and faculty – a highlight was meeting several of the college’s nursing students who were running emergency simulations!

From healthcare to technology, Western Nevada College is preparing students for the careers that drive our economy forward.

Lieutenant Governor Anthony recently led a high-profile delegation to Taiwan, aiming to strengthen economic ties and foster mutual growth in investment, trade, and tourism between Nevada and Taiwan.

This strategic visit underscores Nevada's commitment to expanding its global footprint and establishing robust international partnerships. The delegation, comprised of Nevada officials: Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony, Senator Jeff Stone, and Assemblyman P.K. O'Neill, met with many Taiwanese government officials, business executives, and industry leaders.

A significant focus of the delegation was to attract Taiwanese investment into Nevada's burgeoning technology and renewable energy sectors. With Nevada's favorable business environment and its push towards sustainability, state leaders highlighted opportunities for Taiwanese companies to establish operations and partnerships in the region.

Tourism was a key agenda item, with efforts made to promote Nevada's unique attractions to Taiwanese travelers. Lieutenant Governor Anthony emphasized the state's diverse offerings, from the vibrant and well-known entertainment scene of Las Vegas to the natural beauty of our state and national parks.

While cicadas invade much of the eastern United States, swarms of crickets are taking over towns in the West. Some roads in Idaho have been so covered with crickets that maintenance crews had to bring in a tractor to clear them off.