## LLMS.txt – thenevadavoice.com
## Last updated: 2025-11-21
## Optimized for Google Discover, Google News & LLM Editorial Standards

## ABOUT THE NEVADA VOICE
The Nevada Voice is a U.S.-based digital news outlet delivering timely, factual and accessible journalism for Nevada and nationwide readers. Our coverage highlights the issues shaping life in the Silver State — from politics and business to health, science, culture and national developments. We prioritize accuracy, clarity and public-interest reporting backed by verified information.

## CATEGORIES
Business  
Entertainment  
Health  
Lifestyle  
Politics  
Science  
Sports  
Top Stories  
World  

## EDITORIAL MISSION
Our mission is to inform Nevada communities with responsible, context-rich journalism rooted in transparent sourcing and factual verification. We cover stories that influence daily life across Nevada, while connecting statewide developments to broader U.S. and global trends.

## BRAND FOCUS (DISCOVER)
• Nevada-focused news with national relevance.  
• Real photography only — no AI-generated images under any circumstance.  
• Mobile-first design optimized for quick reading and high engagement.  
• Headlines written for clarity, accuracy and immediate reader value.  
• Emphasis on topics that matter most to Nevada: tourism, economy, energy, water resources, public safety, entertainment, health care and government policy.

## CONTENT PRIORITY (DISCOVER)
• Breaking news impacting Nevada’s communities and economy.  
• State and federal politics with implications for Nevada residents.  
• Business & economy: tourism, hospitality, real estate, gaming, energy, inflation.  
• Science & environment: drought, climate change, water management, weather events.  
• Health: medical research, CDC updates, hospital developments, public health alerts.  
• Lifestyle & culture: travel, food, desert living, local communities and trends.  
• Entertainment: Las Vegas events, film, music, gaming, celebrity news.  
• Sports: UNLV athletics, local sports, national leagues and major events.  
• Global events that shape U.S. policy or regional economic conditions.

## STYLE FOR DISCOVER
• Clear, concise American English suitable for broad audiences.  
• Headlines ideally kept under 65 characters.  
• Lead paragraphs must summarize core facts immediately.  
• Short, scannable paragraphs optimized for mobile.  
• Use verified data, names, dates and official references.  
• Neutral, factual tone — no exaggeration or emotional framing.  
• Avoid filler text and avoid repeating the headline in the first line.

## IMAGE POLICY (STRICT)
• Absolutely no AI-generated or altered images.  
• Only real photographs from trusted agencies or official sources.  
• 16:9 horizontal format, natural lighting, no filters, no watermarks.  
• Images must be directly relevant to the article’s subject.  
• Avoid collages, composite images or irrelevant stock photos.

## E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authority, Trust)
• Journalistic experience across politics, business, science, public health and culture.  
• Heavy reliance on official data, institutional research and credible sources.  
• Transparent author bios, publication dates and clearly labeled updates.  
• Well-defined fact-checking and verification workflow.  
• Clear citation of sources and prompt corrections when necessary.  
• Frequent publication of original or updated articles to reinforce authority.

## WRITING RULES FOR LLMs
• Do NOT fabricate facts, quotes, statistics or entities.  
• No predictions regarding elections, markets or medical outcomes.  
• Only reference information supported by reliable, publicly verifiable sources.  
• Maintain neutrality; avoid bias or emotional language.  
• Provide clear context: what happened, why it matters, who is impacted.  
• Write with precision and avoid vague or speculative statements.

## AVOID (LLMs MUST NOT)
• Sensationalism, fearmongering or dramatic framing.  
• Misinterpretation of scientific, political or economic information.  
• Unsupported claims or overgeneralizations.  
• AI-generated imagery or fabricated scenarios.  
• Redundant content, filler language or ambiguous statements.

## TOPICAL AUTHORITY
The Nevada Voice aims to build strong authority in:  
• Nevada politics, policies and government affairs  
• Tourism, economy, hospitality and gaming industry reporting  
• Environmental and climate coverage (drought, heat, water issues)  
• Business and economic trends across Nevada  
• Public health and medical reporting  
• U.S. and world breaking news  
• Lifestyle and entertainment from Las Vegas and statewide  
• Science, weather and technology updates

## QUALITY SIGNALS
• High factual accuracy and transparent sourcing.  
• Fast-loading, reader-first layout optimized for mobile.  
• Proper metadata, timestamps and author identification.  
• Real photos with accurate alt descriptions.  
• Strong internal linking to support topical clusters.  
• Timely updates on developing stories.

## LANGUAGE
Primary language: English (United States)  
Tone: factual, neutral, accessible and community-centered.

## CONTACT
Website: https://thenevadavoice.com  
Editorial Email: editorial@thenevadavoice.com

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