Northeastern Nevada Regional Development Authority

Our mission is to encourage and coordinate the continual, diversified development & economic growth of the Northeastern Nevada region.

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🚗 The Nevada Department of Business and Industry is hitting the road.
Next week, Director Dr. Kristopher Sanchez, Department staff, deputy directors, and administrators from participating agencies will begin the Department's 2026 Rural Road Trip with stops in Ely and Elko.

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🎙️ NNRDA Director Sheldon Mudd recently joined the Nevada Means Business podcast hosted by Nevada B&I.

The discussion focused on the opportunities, challenges, and evolving landscape of economic development in rural Nevada and why rural communities deserve a seat at the table.

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NNRDA recently coordinated a presentation before the Elko County Commission regarding and the proposed MEGA Tungsten Project in northeastern Elko County.
NNRDA will continue supporting efforts related to permitting, workforce, and housing readiness.

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Last week, NNRDA testified before NV's Joint Interim Standing Committee on Revenue. The region’s opportunities, challenges, and potential solutions were highlighted while emphasizing rural Nevada will require focused resources to achieve meaningful economic diversification.

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🚜 USDA Funding Opportunity 🚜

📅 Applications Due: August 7, 2026

Learn more:
https://t.co/y3mDuclmE0

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In another “Get a Little Out There” episode, Alex Honnold explores the Ruby Mountains, dines at The Star Hotel & experiences Great Basin buckaroo craftsmanship.

Rural Nevada is more than meets the eye.

https://t.co/iQd2Esaroq

#TravelNevada #RubyMountains #NNRDA

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Recently, NNRDA Director Sheldon Mudd recognized Board Chairman Anthony Dowling with a custom belt buckle honoring his service.
From major project wins to strong leadership & governance, his impact on Northeastern Nevada will be lasting.
Thank you for your service!
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Nevada native Alex Honnold explores Northeastern NV on “Get a Little Out There”—from Great Basin National Park to trails near Ely & some of the darkest skies in the lower 48.

Nevada isn’t what you think—get out there.

https://t.co/3X6PST1YBn

#TravelNevada #NNRDA

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Last week, NNRDA Director Sheldon Mudd spoke to Nevada Rural Housing in Carson City, highlighting the economic landscape of Northeastern NV & the urgent rural housing shortage.
With major projects ahead, the call is clear: build where growth is coming.
#NNRDA #Nevada #Housing

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NNRDA Director Sheldon Mudd attended the “Mining in America” Forum hosted by the Reno-Sparks Chamber of Commerce & sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Stakeholders highlighted permitting & sustainability challenges, with SBA capturing feedback for D.C.

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Northeastern Nevada is getting national attention.

A new National Geographic feature highlights a region where craftsmanship, culture, & landscape shape the workforce and way of life.

That’s not just culture—it’s a competitive advantage.

🔗 https://t.co/1UoJV3S8cv

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The USDA Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) helps producers turn raw commodities into higher-value products, expand markets, and increase revenue.

💰 Grants up to $200K
📈 Supports planning & working capital

Learn more & apply: https://t.co/gv9yltoYfV

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🎯 Celebrating our 2025 #OnTargetNV award winners:

🏆 WaFd Bank – Bullseye Business Award
🏆 City of Wells – Bullseye Community Award
✈️ Sandvik – Top Gun Award ($51.6M Elko investment)

Strong partners. Real impact. Big momentum for Northeastern Nevada.

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🎯 Economic leaders from across the U.S. & Canada gathered in Elko for NNRDA’s #OnTargetNV event—focused on aligning strategy and driving growth in Northeastern Nevada.
📈 GRP up 36.2% since 2020
🏆 Honored partners like Sandvik, City of Wells & WaFd Bank
💬 Real momentum.

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⚡ Great Basin Power Community Briefing – Southwest Intertie Project (SWIP) ⚡
TONIGHT!!

📍 Elko Briefing
🗓 Wednesday, April 1
⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Elko Convention Center – Ruby Mountain Room
724 Moran Way, Elko, NV

📧 RSVP: [email protected]

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A great day for rural Nevada!

NNRDA was honored to attend the ribbon cutting for Elko’s new VA Clinic—bringing critical care closer to our region’s veterans and reducing long-distance travel for services.

Grateful for continued support of our heroes.

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Last week, Geothermal Rising hosted a community seminar in Battle Mountain highlighting geothermal opportunities for rural Nevada.

With experts from UNR and industry leaders, plus local artisans & music, the event showcased both innovation and community spirit.

More to come!

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⚡ Great Basin Transmission will host community briefings to discuss the Southwest Intertie Project – North transmission line, with construction beginning this spring.

📍 Ely Convention Center – Mar 31, 5–7pm
📍 Elko Convention Center – Apr 1, 5–7pm

RSVP: [email protected]

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🚚 Amazon Flex Info Session – Wells, NV

Amazon representatives will be at Buckaroos Hitching Post & Coffeehouse on March 14 | 11 AM – 3 PM to answer questions about the Amazon Flex program.

📍 497 6th St., Wells, NV

Learn more: https://t.co/l5tcEU4ytx

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West Wendover is currently seeking applicants for their next City Manager. Visit https://t.co/vtfw4fbVRj for more details.