66% of all retail sales come from people who don't even LIVE here! That's the impact of Tourism!

What’s the economic impact of tourism on White Pine County?  It’s hefty.  It’s significant.  In 2023, two-thirds of all taxable sales in the county came from visitors.  Of 99 million dollars in retail sales in 2023, visitors are responsible for over 64 million dollars.  Tourism is a vital part of our community, and the impact of tourist income is roughly 6600 dollars per household.  That number can only go up.  Particularly if the county gets its hands off the proposed Heritage Park Project, which potentially could bring two to three regional baseball or softball tournaments per year.  That’s significant sports tourism income for the county.  And for those who say the county can’t get enough help to maintain the parks now, of course they can’t.  Look at our unemployment rate. Lowest in the state! And remember, people don’t leave bad jobs, they leave bad bosses.  Would YOU want to work for this county commission?  Opposing opinions are welcome.