D. L. Deener News
Nevada Department of Wildlife warns public about coyote activity at Pittman Wash
By D. L. Deener | Jul 13, 2024
Las Vegas, NV – Following two separate coyote incidents at Pittman Wash over the past week, the Nevada Department of Wildlife is advising increased caution for those in the area. In the early morning hours of Sunday, July 7 and again Friday, July 12, a coyote bit two separate women walking in Pittman Wash near Green Valley Parkway in Henderson. Each of the women suffered puncture wounds on their lower leg and sought treatment at area hospitals.
NDOT announces closures for I-15 'Pave-A-Thon' project
By D. L. Deener | Jul 8, 2024
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has released a video detailing the schedule for "Pave-A-Thon," a pavement rehabilitation project on Interstate 15 (I-15) between Warm Springs and Flamingo roads. The effort will require full directional closures of I-15 and associated ramps over two consecutive weekends in July and August 2024.
University Way closure scheduled for repaving and reconfiguration into one-way street
By D. L. Deener | Jul 5, 2024
CARSON CITY, Nev. – University Way over Interstate 80 in downtown Reno will be temporarily closed and reconfigured beginning July 8 as the Nevada Department of Transportation resurfaces interstate ramps and sections of University Way.
Nevada Department of Wildlife opens applications for dove hunting reservations
By D. L. Deener | Jul 2, 2024
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is now accepting reservation applications for the opening day and first weekend of the 2024 dove hunting season at the Overton Wildlife Management Area (WMA). The season begins on Sunday, September 1, with the opening weekend scheduled for September 7-8.
NDOT announces directional closures on I-15 for "Pave-A-Thon
By D. L. Deener | Jul 1, 2024
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is urging drivers to plan for full directional closures of Interstate 15 (I-15) and associated ramps over two consecutive weekends in July and August 2024 as part of the "Pave-A-Thon" effort. These closures are necessary for a pavement rehabilitation project between Warm Springs and Flamingo roads.
Nevada introduces new tracking tool for harmful algal blooms
By D. L. Deener | Jun 28, 2024
The Nevada Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Task Force has introduced a new tracking tool and provided safety tips for water recreation as temperatures rise and residents seek relief in the state's lakes, rivers, and reservoirs. The Task Force emphasizes the importance of staying informed about HABs to safely enjoy Nevada's waterbodies.
Law firm Jacoby & Meyers spent $12.68 million on advertisements in Nevada in 2023
By D. L. Deener | Jun 19, 2024
A report released on March 1 by the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) found that the law firm Jacoby & Meyers spent the largest amount of money on advertising in Nevada last year, totaling $12,683,584.
Amber Donnelli will serve as interim president of Great Basin College
By D. L. Deener | May 29, 2024
The Nevada System of Higher Education's (NSHE) Board of Regents has voted in favor of an agreement that will see Amber Donnelli serve as the interim president of Great Basin College. Donnelli is set to assume her new role this summer.