Silver State Journal Reports News
Nevada approves new annuity suitability regulations
By B. B. Urness | Dec 6, 2024
The Nevada Division of Insurance has announced the approval and filing of Proposed Regulation R109-23, concerning annuity suitability and best interest standards.
TMCC sees record enrollment growth post-pandemic
By B. B. Urness | Dec 6, 2024
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) has seen a significant increase in student enrollment, reaching over 11,000 students in Fall 2024.
Construction sector adds thousands of jobs as demand shows signs of recovery
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 6, 2024
The construction sector saw an increase of 10,000 jobs in November, with growth reported in both residential and nonresidential areas.
Jorge Gamez honored as December employee of the month at CSN
By B. B. Urness | Dec 5, 2024
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has recognized Jorge Gamez as the December 2024 Employee of the Month.
Nevada AG meets Quintana Roo governor for cross-border crime talks
By B. B. Urness | Dec 5, 2024
Earlier this week, Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford met with Mara Lezama Espinosa, the governor of Quintana Roo, and over a dozen Mexican attorneys general.
Nevada offers grants for projects supporting specialty crop development
By B. B. Urness | Dec 5, 2024
The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) has announced the availability of over $267,000 in grants for projects aimed at promoting specialty crops within the state.
Nevada State University's nursing simulation center earns provisional accreditation
By B. B. Urness | Dec 5, 2024
Nevada State University's School of Nursing Simulation Center has achieved Provisional Accreditation from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH).
College of Southern Nevada offers mental health first aid training on December 13
By B. B. Urness | Dec 5, 2024
The College of Southern Nevada is set to host an in-person Mental Health First Aid training session on December 13, 2024.
Final star party of 2024 at WNC's observatory set for Dec. 7
By B. B. Urness | Dec 5, 2024
The Jack C. Davis Observatory at Western Nevada College will host its final star party of 2024 on December 7, providing an opportunity for the community to learn about double stars, galaxies, and planets.
CSN welcomes Josh Webb as manager of performing arts center
By B. B. Urness | Dec 5, 2024
CSN is set to welcome Josh Webb as the new Manager of the Performing Arts Center starting in early January.
CSN begins search for new president with focus on community engagement
By B. B. Urness | Dec 4, 2024
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has begun its search for a new president.
Restaurant gift cards remain popular holiday choice among all age groups
By B. B. Urness | Dec 4, 2024
This holiday season, restaurant gift cards are emerging as a popular choice among shoppers, according to a recent survey by the National Restaurant Association.
CSN alums create successful T-shirt business through innovative class project
By B. B. Urness | Dec 4, 2024
Streetcrafter, a T-shirt business, emerged from a College of Southern Nevada (CSN) business class where students engaged in practical learning through a makerspace environment.
Insurance agent Daniel: ‘Nevada auto insurance rates are wild these days! If you’re feeling the pinch, you’re definitely not alone’
By B. B. Urness | Dec 4, 2024
Auto insurance rates in Nevada are rising at a staggering pace, with industry experts and critics pointing to the state’s legal environment as a key factor driving up costs.
Research shows persistent disparities in cancer risk from US air pollution
By B. B. Urness | Dec 3, 2024
New research conducted by the Desert Research Institute (DRI) and the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) examines the distribution of air pollution and its associated cancer risks across U.S. communities.
United Way launches warmth drive and volunteer guide for holiday season
By B. B. Urness | Dec 3, 2024
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) is marking the season of giving with a series of initiatives aimed at supporting the community.
Lake Tahoe mooring lottery entries open until January 31
By B. B. Urness | Dec 2, 2024
Entries for the 2025 Lake Tahoe mooring lottery are now open and will be accepted until January 31, 2025.
Nurses association hosts Bingo Night fundraiser at Western Nevada College
By B. B. Urness | Dec 2, 2024
The National Students Nurses Association is organizing a Bingo Night at Western Nevada College.
Residential gains drive U.S construction spending increase amid regulatory delays
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 2, 2024
Construction spending in the United States saw a modest increase of 0.4 percent from September to October, reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2.174 trillion.
Las Vegas Raiders join hands for annual meal packing event
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 27, 2024
The Las Vegas Raiders, in collaboration with the Raiders Foundation, have once again joined forces with the United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) and Smith’s Food and Drug Store to host their second annual holiday meal packing event.