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“How beautiful it is to be able to cross borders and continue to honor our country and our family.”

Read about how the horseback sport of Escaramuza is keeping Mexican heritage alive in Nevada: thenevadaindependent.com/article/mexi...
Mexican equestrian sport takes root in Las Vegas, linking riders to their heritage - The Nevada Independent
Escaramuza has grown in popularity in the U.S. during the past decade. Half equestrian competition, half art form, it’s the female form of Mexico’s national sport, charrería. Teams of eight or so…
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December 27, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Join us for the first IndyTalks of 2026 in Northern Nevada on Wednesday, February 18 featuring a conversation with Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto.

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December 26, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Every chapter of Nevada's story matters. Every voice counts. Every story shapes our state. Will you support us in writing the next chapter?

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December 26, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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OPINION by Doug Goodman: What’s so special about special sessions? It’s long past due for the Nevada Legislature to begin meeting annually to address the growing needs of our diverse and complex state.

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December 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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The horseback sport of Escaramuza offers teams of female riders a chance to show off artistry and athleticism — and keeps them connected to their Mexican roots.

Explore how the tradition is flourishing in Las Vegas: thenevadaindependent.com/article/mexi...
Mexican equestrian sport takes root in Las Vegas, linking riders to their heritage - The Nevada Independent
Escaramuza has grown in popularity in the U.S. during the past decade. Half equestrian competition, half art form, it’s the female form of Mexico’s national sport, charrería. Teams of eight or so…
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December 26, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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In this month’s Indy Environment:
🥚+🎄A look back at Nevada’s top environmental stories of 2025
💰Park pass price hike
🥩Meat inspection program begins

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Egg shortages and Christmas trees: Looking back at Nevada's top 2025 environmental stories - The Nevada Independent
Remember the challenge of finding eggs during the bird flu outbreak, or when federal lawmakers were considering selling hundreds of thousands of acres of public land in Nevada? It feels like eons…
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December 26, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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As 2025 comes to a close, environment reporter Amy Alonzo looks back at the top stories in Nevada, including land and water issues, a battle against bird flu and providing a Christmas tree for the nation’s Capitol.

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Egg shortages and Christmas trees: Looking back at Nevada's top 2025 environmental stories - The Nevada Independent
Remember the challenge of finding eggs during the bird flu outbreak, or when federal lawmakers were considering selling hundreds of thousands of acres of public land in Nevada? It feels like eons…
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December 25, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Average gas prices are not below $2 per gallon anywhere in Nevada as of December 2025. Experts attribute it to a reliance on California oil refineries, where maintenance issues can cause a bottleneck.

Read about it in this Fact Brief: thenevadaindependent.com/article/are-...
Were average gas prices below $2 per gallon anywhere in Nevada in December 2025? - The Nevada Independent
Find out in our latest fact brief.
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December 25, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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With its majestic elk to pull the sleigh and cheaper power for the workshop, experts say it’s high time Santa moves to Nevada.

“Efficiency matters when you’re delivering billions of gifts overnight.”

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Pageantry, a ‘fun economy’ and tons of elk — why Santa should move to Nevada  - The Nevada Independent
If Santa ever wanted to relocate, Nevada is a strong contender — especially Las Vegas, dubbed by some as the epicenter of the “fun economy.” While we couldn’t reach Santa to ask if he’d consider…
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December 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Were average gas prices below $2 per gallon anywhere in Nevada in December 2025?

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Were average gas prices below $2 per gallon anywhere in Nevada in December 2025? - The Nevada Independent
Find out in our latest fact brief.
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December 24, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Should Santa ditch the North Pole?

Nevada officials have a lot of reasons why St. Nick needs to set up shop in the Silver State instead: thenevadaindependent.com/article/page...
Pageantry, a ‘fun economy’ and tons of elk — why Santa should move to Nevada  - The Nevada Independent
If Santa ever wanted to relocate, Nevada is a strong contender — especially Las Vegas, dubbed by some as the epicenter of the “fun economy.” While we couldn’t reach Santa to ask if he’d consider…
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December 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Join us for the first IndyTalks of 2026 in Northern Nevada on Wednesday, February 18 featuring a conversation with Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insight into the issues shaping our state. Buy your tickets here: one.bidpal.net/indytalksren...
December 23, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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The magic of Christmas comes to Northern Nevada every year in the form of the Polar Express, the Virginia & Truckee Railway’s annual train ride themed after Chris Van Allsburg’s classic book.

Photographer Nick Stewart shares a look: thenevadaindependent.com/article/vt-p...
PHOTOS: The V&T Railway’s Polar Express returns for another busy holiday season - The Nevada Independent
The Virginia & Truckee Railway’s Polar Express is drawing thousands of people to Carson City during the holiday season.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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Students in California’s Tahoe-Truckee School District compete with Nevadans to cut down on dicey winter travel, but California wants the district to play in-state teams only because of Nevada’s more restrictive policy on trans athletes.

Via AP: thenevadaindependent.com/article/cali...
California school district near Nevada caught in dispute over transgender athlete policies - The Nevada Independent
Students in California’s Tahoe-Truckee School District compete with Nevadans to cut down on dicey winter travel, but California wants the district to play in-state teams only because of Nevada’s more…
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December 23, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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More than 80 percent of Nevada Democrats say they want the state to force big corporations and wealthy insiders to pay their fair share rather than stay business-friendly in a recent poll.

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Poll: Alexis Hill trailing in Nevada gov race, but campaign attractive to primary voters - The Nevada Independent
The vast majority of those surveyed said they were unhappy with the status quo, which could boost Hill in her primary fight with Attorney General Aaron Ford.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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Four months ago, Mark Amodei didn’t know who Charlie Kirk was. But his killing “spooked” the Nevada congressman, who described what he does and doesn’t do in response to threats of political violence.

Read his end-of-year interview here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/mark...
Mark Amodei talks affordability, land sales, political violence and more - The Nevada Independent
Nevada’s sole GOP congressman offered an hour of his time for a wide-ranging end-of-year interview with The Indy’s editorial team.
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December 23, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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A new Change Research poll found Alexis Hill’s support doubled after voters read positive statements about her and her likely opponent, Attorney General Aaron Ford.

Read more about it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/poll...
Poll: Alexis Hill trailing in Nevada gov race, but campaign attractive to primary voters - The Nevada Independent
The vast majority of those surveyed said they were unhappy with the status quo, which could boost Hill in her primary fight with Attorney General Aaron Ford.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Nevada GOP congressman Mark Amodei shared a behind-the-scenes look at Republicans’ health insurance and lands bill negotiations.

Read his end-of-year interview here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/mark...
Mark Amodei talks affordability, land sales, political violence and more - The Nevada Independent
Nevada’s sole GOP congressman offered an hour of his time for a wide-ranging end-of-year interview with The Indy’s editorial team.
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December 22, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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A surprise bill in the special session would have capped investor home purchases in Nevada at a fraction of the rate they’re happening now.

Here’s why it failed: thenevadaindependent.com/article/advo...
Advocates called Nevada corporate homebuying cap a ‘glimmer of hope.’ Here’s how it died. - The Nevada Independent
Investors were behind 1 in 5 Vegas Valley home sales in the last 15 years, and institutional buying has become a key scapegoat for fast-rising prices.
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December 22, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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OPINION by Indy CEO Jon Ralston: I’m tired — but who has time to sleep when the truth is at stake? The Indy continues to thrive thanks to an incredible team, generous donors — and your vital support.

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December 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Many blame runaway housing costs on the rising share of investors in the market. So why did a bill to limit those purchases fail in Nevada’s recent special session?

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Advocates called Nevada corporate homebuying cap a ‘glimmer of hope.’ Here’s how it died. - The Nevada Independent
Investors were behind 1 in 5 Vegas Valley home sales in the last 15 years, and institutional buying has become a key scapegoat for fast-rising prices.
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December 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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The Trump administration paused funding for two programs aiming to curb violence against women, citing Nevada’s failure to publish an audit.

On Thursday, lawmakers approved $1.1M to sustain the programs until funding is restored in 2026.

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NV lawmakers backfill money feds are withholding from anti-domestic violence programs - The Nevada Independent
The programs' federal funds were paused over the summer due to the state's delay in submitting a key financial report for 2024.
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December 21, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Nevada lawmakers on Thursday approved $1.1M for two federal programs working to stop violence against women.

The Trump administration paused funding because of the state’s delay on a fiscal audit.

Read about the emergency funding: thenevadaindependent.com/article/nv-l...
NV lawmakers backfill money feds are withholding from anti-domestic violence programs - The Nevada Independent
The programs' federal funds were paused over the summer due to the state's delay in submitting a key financial report for 2024.
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December 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Cannabis may soon be removed from a list of the most serious drugs, such as heroin, and categorized with substances such as steroids.

Nevada experts weigh in on what Trump’s new executive order means: thenevadaindependent.com/article/trum...
Trump called to put cannabis lower on dangerous drugs list. What does it mean for Nevada? - The Nevada Independent
This major shift in federal drug policy could open new avenues for medical research and ease the tax burden on Nevada cannabis businesses.
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December 20, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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Fines and penalties against short-term rentals in Clark County paused after judge rules that restrictions on homeowners’ property use likely violates their constitutional rights.

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Airbnb ‘likely to win’ legal battle against Clark County, Nevada according to judge - The Nevada Independent
A federal judge also granted a temporary injunction on fines and penalties for homeowners offering short-term rentals, violating Clark County’s regulations.
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December 20, 2025 at 3:00 AM