Silver State Journal Reports News
Tahoe agency advises caution in human-bear interactions
By A. D. Bamburg | May 30, 2024
The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team (TIBT) has issued a reminder about the importance of respecting wildlife, particularly black bears in the Lake Tahoe area. According to Urban Wildlife Biologist Rebecca Carniello from the Nevada Department of Wildlife, “Black bears are typically cautious around humans and by seeking out interactions with them or allowing them to den under homes you are exposing them to human presence, sounds, and smells.” Carniello emphasizes that while black bears in the Tahoe Basin often encounter humans, additional exposure could increase their comfort...
Nevada wildlife officials seek help identifying suspects in illegal turkey release
By K. R. Nelson | May 30, 2024
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is appealing to the public for assistance in identifying two individuals suspected of illegally releasing around 25 turkeys at the Key Pittman Wildlife Management Area on April 9, 2024. The area is located approximately 110 miles north of Las Vegas along the Great Basin Highway.
Disaster Peak Ranch secured for conservation of threatened wildlife
By A. D. Bamburg | May 30, 2024
The Lahontan cutthroat trout, Nevada's state fish, once thrived across the Great Basin but now faces threats from habitat loss and invasive species. In response, Disaster Peak Ranch, a 3,345-acre property on the Nevada-Oregon border, has been preserved through efforts by Western Rivers Conservancy (WRC), Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), Nevada Division of State Lands (NDSL), and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
Nevada promotes outdoor activities while ensuring safety measures
By A. D. Bamburg | May 30, 2024
Scan the Nevada landscape, and you might find bighorn sheep scaling mountains, eagles soaring overhead, or a native frog catching mosquitos by the water's edge. With many unique species in the state, there's a great chance to see something amazing. An interactive species database offers an opportunity to learn about them all.
20% fees not enough? They were for fee-cap opponents’ lawyer
By R. B. Pepalis | May 30, 2024
The Washington superlawyer representing opponents to a proposed 20% cap on contingency fees in Nevada argues the cap would place “unprecedented limits on ordinary Nevadans to obtain legal representation.”
Nevada Commission on Ethics will not submit a bill draft request for 2025 legislative session
By L. E. Bushouse | May 29, 2024
The Nevada Commission on Ethics has decided not to submit a bill draft request for the 2025 legislative session. This decision follows two consecutive legislative sessions where the commission's proposed legislation, despite garnering support, failed to become law after lawmakers amended the bill to exempt themselves from oversight.
Flags lowered to half-staff on National Peace Officers’ Memorial Day
By A. A. Sanchez | May 29, 2024
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo commanded that flags be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on May 15, in honor of peace officers who have lost their lives while serving. The flags were lowered at the Capitol and all state public buildings and grounds.
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.
Nevada Governor’s OSIT approves Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment proposal
By M. N. Tirado | May 29, 2024
The Nevada Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation, and Technology (OSIT) has given the green light to the Initial Proposal Volume II of the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program. The objective of this initiative is to establish high-speed Internet infrastructure in locations throughout the state that are currently unserved or underserved, as well as in Community Anchor Institution locations.
Gaming win dipped in March for most of Nevada
By A. I. Benavidez | May 29, 2024
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) has announced that nonrestricted gaming licensees recorded a gaming win of $1,290,406,695 in March 2024. This figure represents a 1.65% dip from the same period in the previous year. However, for the fiscal year ending on March 31, the win climbed by 4.44%.
Elko County students achieve perfect pass rate on career readiness credential
By D. D. Diggs | May 29, 2024
The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has announced that nine students from the Elko County School District have achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Career Readiness Credential (NCRC) exams.
Govenor Lombardo and the OSIT create the Nevada Middle Mile Network
By A. K. Howerter | May 28, 2024
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo, in collaboration with the Nevada Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation and Technology (OSIT), has announced the establishment of a 2,500-mile open-access, fiber optic network. Named the Nevada Middle Mile Network, this initiative aims to provide connectivity to K-12 schools, libraries, state and local government facilities, and community anchor institutions that are currently unserved.
Chelewa Gant named director of libraries at CSN
By D. D. Diggs | May 28, 2024
Mr. Chelewa "Che" Gant has been appointed as the new Director of Libraries at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN). Following a national search, Gant will assume his role on June 3. He previously served as the Director for Front Range Community College's Boulder Campus Library and was also the Open Educational Resource administrator.
Texas researchers develop algorithm for tracking daily reservoir evaporation
By K. R. Nelson | May 28, 2024
Scientists from Texas A&M University, led by Dr. Huilin Gao and Dr. Bingjie Zhao, have developed a new method for estimating daily reservoir evaporation rates. This research, detailed in the journal Water Resources Research, highlights the importance of accurate evaporation estimates for managing water resources, especially in Texas where summer temperatures can exceed 100 degrees.
Nevada approves tax abatements for two companies creating nearly 300 jobs
By D. D. Diggs | May 24, 2024
The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has approved tax abatements totaling $35,321,637 for two companies.
Nevada approves $1.1 million for workforce training at Truckee Meadows Community College
By D. D. Diggs | May 24, 2024
The Governor's Office of Economic Development has announced the approval of $1.1 million in funding to support workforce training programs at Truckee Meadows Community College.
Study shows rising temperatures threaten Upper Colorado River Basin's streamflows
By A. D. Nghiem | May 23, 2024
The Colorado River, a vital water source for many Western cities and agricultural areas in the United States, is facing significant challenges due to climate change. A new study by researchers from the Desert Research Institute (DRI), USGS, and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory reveals that rising temperatures will drastically reduce streamflows in the Upper Colorado River Basin as groundwater levels decline.
Graduate students showcase diverse research topics at DRI's annual poster session
By K. R. Nelson | May 23, 2024
On April 26, 16 graduate students showcased their research at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) in Reno during the annual poster presentation session. The event, organized by Dr. Kathleen Rodrigues, aimed to provide DRI-affiliated graduate students with networking opportunities and a platform to improve their presentation skills while highlighting their research.
Nevada honors Dwayne Harris as employee veteran of April
By D. D. Diggs | May 22, 2024
Dwayne Harris, a Compliance Audit/Investigator II with the Division of Industrial Relations (DIR), Workers Compensation Section (WCS), has been named the April 2024 Nevada Employee Veteran of the Month.
Desert Research Institute announces global summit on wildfire resilience
By A. D. Nghiem | May 21, 2024
The Desert Research Institute (DRI), a prominent environmental research organization, has announced the launch of a global initiative with its first summit set to take place at Encore Las Vegas from August 21-23, 2024. This event is part of the AWE+ initiative aimed at fostering resilient communities in response to climate change.