By Nevada Chinese Perspective As Nevada rises to prominence as a clean energy leader, it’s clear that the future is solar, geothermal, and battery-powered. From massive infrastructure projects like Greenlink Nevada to collaborations with major tech companies, NV Energy is playing a visible and vital role in the state’s transition to renewables. At the sameContinue reading “Clean Energy Needs Clean Conscience: Observing the NV Energy–NCL Tension”
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Public Voices Rise Over NV Energy Rate Hike Proposal at PUCN Hearings
LAS VEGAS, June 5, 2025 — Emotions ran high at the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) hearings held on June 4, as residents and community advocates voiced sharp criticism of NV Energy’s proposed 9% electricity rate increase. The utility’s proposal, which could raise average monthly household bills by around $15, drew both fierce publicContinue reading “Public Voices Rise Over NV Energy Rate Hike Proposal at PUCN Hearings”
[Green Card Guide] A Green Card Isn’t the Final Stop: Who Should Consider U.S. Citizenship Sooner Rather Than Later?
For many Chinese immigrants, obtaining a U.S. green card marks a major milestone on their immigration journey. But having a green card doesn’t guarantee long-term security. Although it grants lawful permanent residency, it does not ensure “permanent safety.” Any misstep—whether in travel patterns, tax filing, or prolonged overseas stays—can put your status at risk. ByContinue reading “[Green Card Guide] A Green Card Isn’t the Final Stop: Who Should Consider U.S. Citizenship Sooner Rather Than Later?”
Cultural Confidence in the Fragrance of Zongzi and Tea — Upholding and Promoting Chinese Traditions as Chinese Americans
On a sunny afternoon in Las Vegas, the air was filled with a familiar aroma—the scent of bamboo leaves and glutinous rice, evoking the memories and sense of belonging tied to the Dragon Boat Festival. On May 31, I had the pleasure of attending the “Fragrance of Zongzi and Tea – Celebrating the Dragon BoatContinue reading “Cultural Confidence in the Fragrance of Zongzi and Tea — Upholding and Promoting Chinese Traditions as Chinese Americans”
Colorful Cords: Woven Blessings of the Dragon Boat Festival
On the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, during the Dragon Boat Festival, many Chinese families tie colorful cords around the wrists, ankles, or necks of their children. These vibrant threads, though simple in form, are rich in meaning—symbolizing wishes for health, safety, and protection from evil. They embody centuries of seasonal wisdom andContinue reading “Colorful Cords: Woven Blessings of the Dragon Boat Festival”
Fragrant Sachets and the Dragon Boat Festival: A Journey Through Time and Tradition
Wearing sachets during the Dragon Boat Festival is a tradition that has endured for thousands of years. More than just festive ornaments, sachets represent the ancient Chinese wisdom of seasonal health practices and carry wishes for peace and well-being. Their origins are deeply rooted in the ways our ancestors responded to seasonal changes and outbreaksContinue reading “Fragrant Sachets and the Dragon Boat Festival: A Journey Through Time and Tradition”
Fragrant Zongzi Across the World: The Story of Dragon Boat Festival and Its Signature Delicacy
Every year on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, as the scent of sticky rice fills kitchens and mugwort hangs by the doorways, the Dragon Boat Festival quietly arrives. Among all the traditional customs tied to this cherished holiday—dragon boat racing, hanging herbs, wearing sachets—zongzi, or sticky rice dumplings wrapped in leaves, standsContinue reading “Fragrant Zongzi Across the World: The Story of Dragon Boat Festival and Its Signature Delicacy”
The Dragon Boat Festival: Seasonal Wisdom and Cultural Identity in Chinese Tradition
A Fragrant Thread Through Time Every year on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, Chinese households around the world come alive with the familiar aroma of sticky rice, bundles of mugwort and calamus hung by doorways, and the unmistakable air of celebration. This is the Dragon Boat Festival, one of the most culturallyContinue reading “The Dragon Boat Festival: Seasonal Wisdom and Cultural Identity in Chinese Tradition”
A May of Poetry: Echoes and Progress of AAPI Heritage Month
From Legislation to Legacy; From History Remembered to Futures Imagined The Dawn: When Congress Began to Remember On a quiet morning in 1843, waves from the Pacific gently touched the shores of San Francisco Bay. A lone traveler from Japan stepped onto American soil, unaware that his footsteps would begin a legacy spanning centuries. TwoContinue reading “A May of Poetry: Echoes and Progress of AAPI Heritage Month”
[Practical Guide] How Special Groups Can Protect Their Green Card Status
Tailored Strategies for Accompanying Parents, Elderly Chinese Immigrants, and Frequent Business Travelers For many Chinese green card holders, life doesn’t always revolve around the U.S. Some need to return to China for their child’s education, some retirees wish to spend more time back home, and others constantly travel between the U.S. and China for business.Continue reading “[Practical Guide] How Special Groups Can Protect Their Green Card Status”
