Editorial: Home means Nevada
Saturday, Oct. 28, 2006 | 7:48 a.m.
Quick, what is the Nevada state bird? State rock? State flower?
If mountain bluebird, sandstone and sagebrush didn't come to mind, then this weekend might be a good time to brush up on those official Nevada symbols and learn a bit more about the Silver State's history.
Although Nevada was officially admitted into the Union on Oct. 31, 1864, Nevada Day was observed Friday as a state holiday. Bright cobalt blue (a state color) provides the background for our state flag, which is inscribed with "Battle Born" (state slogan). It commemorates Nevada's admittance to the Union during the Civil War, just before the 1864 presidential election. President Abraham Lincoln wanted another Union-supporting state to help him win a second term.
Those for whom "Home Means Nevada" (state song) likely know that Nevada is among the nation's most mountainous states and that great riches such as silver (the state metal) and gold were found among those peaks. Railroaders and ranchers found wealth and opportunity here as well.
Much more recently, tourism and unprecedented population growth have driven the state's booming economy, with Southern Nevada setting a worldwide standard in the creation of the megaresort . This prosperity also brings challenges, from providing residents with schools and medical care to finding water to sustain them. But this "Battle Born" state has the pluck and perseverance to meet those obstacles and continue to find success along the way.
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