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Nevada Press Foundation Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 2025
FALLON, Nev. — The Nevada Press Foundation is proud to announce the 2025 inductees into the Nevada Newspaper Hall of Fame, honoring four distinguished journalists whose contributions have shaped Nevada journalism and the communities they served.
Jon Ralston
Jon Ralston has been a driving force in Nevada journalism for more than four decades. From his early career at the Las Vegas Review-Journal and Las Vegas Sun, where he served as a political columnist and reporter, to hosting political affairs programs on KSNV and Vegas PBS, Ralston earned a reputation for sharp, unsparing political analysis and a relentless pursuit of the news.
In 2017, he founded The Nevada Independent, a nonprofit digital news outlet that has become a cornerstone of state political coverage. Under his leadership as CEO, the organization has cultivated a new generation of reporters and won numerous awards, transforming the state’s media landscape.
Steve Sebelius
Steve Sebelius is widely recognized for his commitment to accuracy, fairness, and insightful political reporting and opinion writing. Over more than 30 years in Nevada newspapers, he worked as a reporter, editor, and columnist for the Las Vegas Sun, Las Vegas CityLife, and the Las Vegas Review-Journal, covering everything from local politics to the Nevada Legislature.
Sebelius also contributed to the profession through teaching at UNLV, mentoring young journalists, and providing commentary on public affairs television programs. He currently serves as a political reporter at KTNV Channel 13 in Las Vegas, where he remains an influential voice in Nevada media.
Nancy Streets
Nancy Streets has dedicated more than 40 years to community journalism, with a career defined by innovation in advertising and service to the industry. After beginning her career at the Statesman Journal in Salem, Oregon, she spent more than three decades in Nevada, making a lasting impact at the Sparks Tribune, Comstock Chronicle, and Elko Daily Free Press.
Her leadership produced award-winning advertising sections and special publications such as the Mining Quarterly. As a longtime board member of the Nevada Press Association—including two terms as president—Streets played a key role in strengthening public notice access and expanding industry recognition for advertising professionals.
Norman Cardoza
Norman Cardoza began his journalism career in 1957 and joined the Reno Evening Gazette in 1961, where he worked as a reporter and later served as editorial page editor. His coverage spanned the police beat, city government, and state politics.
Cardoza was part of the editorial team that won the 1977 Pulitzer Prize for Editorial Writing, which recognized the Gazette’s campaign against corruption in Northern Nevada and the power of brothel owner Joe Conforte. Known for his integrity, thoughtful commentary, and editorial leadership, Cardoza’s contributions remain a significant part of Nevada journalism history.
Induction Ceremony
The Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. at the Fallon Convention Center in Fallon, Nevada. The ceremony is part of the Nevada Press Foundation’s annual conference and will honor the remarkable careers of this year’s inductees.
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“These four journalists exemplify the courage, commitment, and passion that define the very best of Nevada journalism,” said Brian Allfrey, executive director of the Nevada Press Foundation. “Their work has shaped public discourse, held institutions accountable, and mentored the journalists of tomorrow.”
The Nevada Newspaper Hall of Fame honors individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the newspaper industry in Nevada. It is administered by the Nevada Press Foundation.
Media Contact:
Brian J. Allfrey
Executive Director, Nevada Press Foundation
Phone: 801-541-9517
Email: ballfrey@nevadapress.com
