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Nevada recovers over $9.4 million for insurance consumers in 2024
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 6, 2025
The Nevada Division of Insurance announced that its Consumer Services section recovered $9,400,385.97 for Nevada consumers in 2024.
EPIC announces over 140 non-credit courses for Spring 2025
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 6, 2025
TMCC's Educational Programs Inspiring the Community (EPIC) is gearing up for its Spring 2025 offerings, with over 140 non-credit courses available.
NV Energy supports TMCC student success through scholarships and programs
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 6, 2025
The NV Energy Foundation has been instrumental in supporting Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) students through scholarships and the Summer Bridge college-readiness program.
College honors Lorena Rodriguez-Rios as employee of the month
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 6, 2025
Lorena Rodriguez-Rios has been named the Employee of the Month for January 2025.
CSN announces faculty and staff basketball tournament on January 23
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 6, 2025
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is organizing a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for its faculty and staff.
Volunteers sought for Ask Me Booths at three campuses
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 6, 2025
The beginning of a new semester often brings excitement and some confusion.
Nevada Heritage Foundation offers $2K scholarship for agricultural trade students
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 4, 2025
The Nevada Heritage Foundation is offering a scholarship aimed at supporting students from Nevada who are pursuing trades related to agriculture.
Nevada Farm Bureau offers $1,000 scholarship for aspiring agriculture students
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 3, 2025
The Nevada Farm Bureau is offering the Dave Fulstone II Scholarship to support students interested in pursuing a career in agriculture.
Scholarship endowment honors Marilee Swirczek's legacy at Western Nevada College
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 3, 2025
For over twenty years, Marilee Swirczek's creative writing classes at Western Nevada College (WNC) inspired many students.
US construction spending stagnant as housing gains offset office declines
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 2, 2025
Construction spending remained flat from October to November, according to a recent report by the Associated General Contractors of America.
TMCC offers guidance on financial aid and scholarships for fall 2025 college applicants
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 31, 2024
Students planning to attend college in the fall of 2025 are advised to begin preparations now by completing their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and applying for scholarships through the TMCC Foundation.
Construction employment rises but workforce challenges loom
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 30, 2024
Construction employment has risen in 234 of the 358 metropolitan areas surveyed between November 2023 and November 2024, according to data analyzed by the Associated General Contractors of America.
Attorney General Ford joins coalition urging SCOTUS protection for minority voters' rights
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 27, 2024
Today, Attorney General Aaron Ford announced his participation in a coalition of 20 attorneys general urging the U.S. Supreme Court to reaffirm that states should have the first opportunity to redraw legislative maps in response to potential...
Nevada State University announces new advisory council for liberal arts school
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 23, 2024
Nevada State University's School of Liberal Arts, Sciences, and Business (LASB) has introduced its first External Advisory Council.
Nevada opens apprenticeship reporting portal for public works contractors
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 23, 2024
The Nevada Labor Commissioner has announced the opening of a new reporting portal for contractors who worked on public works projects in 2024.
Construction employment rises in most states; workforce shortages persist
By Silver State Journal | Dec 20, 2024
Construction employment has seen an increase in 41 states and the District of Columbia over the past year, with 23 states and D.C. adding jobs from October to November, according to a recent analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America.
Great Basin College receives nearly $1M for expanding distance learning
By Silver State Journal | Dec 20, 2024
Great Basin College (GBC) in Elko, Nevada, has secured nearly $1 million in federal funding aimed at expanding distance learning and skills training for rural communities across Nevada.
Nevada DMV introduces communication need symbol on licenses
By Silver State Journal | Dec 20, 2024
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will offer drivers the option to add a communication need symbol to their driver's license, identification card, or Driver Authorization Card (DAC) starting January 1.
TMCC celebrates veterans center reopening and peace pole unveiling
By Silver State Journal | Dec 19, 2024
The Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) recently marked the grand re-opening of the Nevada Military Support Alliance Major General Ronald J. Bath Veterans and Families Center (VFC) and unveiled a new Rotary District 5190 Peace Pole.
CSN prepares for Spring 2025 convocation at North Las Vegas campus
By Silver State Journal | Dec 19, 2024
Mark your calendars for the Spring 2025 Convocation at the North Las Vegas Campus, scheduled for Monday, January 13.