C. D. McHugh News
Construction employment rises across majority of US states
By C. D. McHugh | Aug 16, 2024
Construction employment increased in 39 states in July from a year earlier, while 29 states and the District of Columbia added construction jobs between June and July, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America today. Association officials noted that demand for projects—and the workers to execute them—remains robust in most states but there is a pressing need to prepare more people for careers in construction.
Nevada DMV launches rapid registration service in Elko and Sahara Las Vegas
By C. D. McHugh | Aug 15, 2024
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced the release of Rapid Registration in the Elko and Sahara Las Vegas areas, starting August 19, 2024.
CoolSpeak presenter motivates Western Nevada College community with inspiring speech
By C. D. McHugh | Aug 6, 2024
Laura Rizo engaged Western Nevada College students, faculty, and staff during her motivational presentation on Tuesday morning. The CoolSpeak representative grouped attendees and encouraged them to sing as part of her interactive speech titled “Hero’s Journey: Finding the Greatness Inside You,” which held their attention for more than two hours in Marlette Hall.
National Restaurant Association joins American Beverage Licensees as platinum member
By C. D. McHugh | Aug 6, 2024
American Beverage Licensees (ABL) announced today that the National Restaurant Association has joined its associate membership program as a platinum member. This partnership will focus on issues such as food safety and responsible alcohol service education and training.
Senator Jacky Rosen leads workforce development discussion at Dandini Campus
By C. D. McHugh | Aug 2, 2024
U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen visited the Dandini Campus on July 15 to lead a roundtable discussion focused on addressing Nevada’s labor shortages through workforce development education. The session aimed to align local educational goals with federal priorities and explore funding opportunities to support new programs.
ATRA labels Missouri 'Lawsuit Inferno' due to stalled tort reform
By C. D. McHugh | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) announced today that Missouri has been labeled a "Lawsuit Inferno" in its new Legislative HeatCheck report. The report highlights the state legislature's failure to address bills aimed at curbing lawsuit abuse.
Lake Tahoe sees improved winter but murkier summer waters in latest report
By C. D. McHugh | Jul 30, 2024
The clarity of Lake Tahoe’s blue waters in 2023 continued its years-long trend of improving during the winter and deteriorating during the summer. The annual clarity report, released today by the University of California, Davis – Tahoe Environmental Research Center, found that winter lake conditions were the clearest observed since 1983 and the 10th best on record, with visibility of 91.8 feet under the surface, compared with 72.2 feet in 2022.
Ticket purchases to Aug. 8 Aces game support nursing club
By C. D. McHugh | Jul 30, 2024
Attend a Reno Aces' baseball game on Thursday, Aug. 8, and help WNC's Second-Year Nursing Club fundraise. Fifty percent of ticket sales from the Reno-Tacoma game goes to the club. The game is set for 6:35 p.m. at Greater Nevada Field.
Briggs Electric strengthens educational ties with Western Nevada College
By C. D. McHugh | Jul 24, 2024
Briggs Electric, a leader in electrical solutions, reaffirms its commitment to education and community support through an enduring partnership with Western Nevada College (WNC). As a model of excellence and integrity, Briggs Electric prioritizes giving back to its communities, embodying a philosophy rooted in service and progress.
Volunteers secure success amid challenging conditions at Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs
By C. D. McHugh | Jul 24, 2024
Each edition of the Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs (TRTER) brings unexpected challenges. In 2024, strong gusts of wind nearly blew away the finishing chute at John L. Harvey Field. Last year, it was triple-digit heat and snow on the course.
Laura Rizo to speak at CREST's annual motivational event
By C. D. McHugh | Jul 11, 2024
Overcoming adversity and life’s challenges have shaped, in part, who Laura Rizo is today. Rizo will share experiences of overcoming poverty, mental illness, and identity to help attendees meet their challenges with tenacity during the College Education for Students in Transition (CREST) program’s annual motivational speaking event from 9 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Western Nevada College.