Whitley named to head Nevada’s Health and Human Services

Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval has named Richard Whitley director of Health and Human Services, the executive branch’s largest department.Whitley has been interim director of the department since February when longtime director Mike Willden accepted the position of Chief of Staff in the governor’s office.“Richard has proven to be a steady and capable leader,” said Sandoval in a statement. “This announcement will ensure continuity in a system that impacts many Nevada families.”Whitley ha