News from 2022


Nevada's ongoing drought prompts calls for improved conservation strategies

Nevada, recognized as the driest state in the United States, is once again facing drought conditions. "We're pretty good at handling drought in Nevada. We have a lot of practice," said Steph McAfee, an associate professor in the Department of Geography and the Nevada State Climatologist. "But we're probably going to be moving into a future where we need to get even better at dealing with it, where droughts are going to be more common and more severe."


Nevada DMV urges residents to use online services amid holiday season

As the holiday season nears, the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is encouraging residents to utilize online services rather than visiting DMV offices in person.


Nevada DMV closures continue due to fiber optic cable damage

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced that its offices in Las Vegas and Reno will remain closed on Saturday, October 15.


DMV facilitates walk-in voter registration for new Nevada residents

New Nevada residents have the opportunity to transfer their out-of-state driver's licenses or IDs and register to vote without needing an appointment at the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).


Nevada DMV warns against buying temporary dealer tags online

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has issued a warning to drivers against purchasing or using temporary dealer registration placards sold online.


Las Vegas man arrested for allegedly selling stolen car online

Police officers from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles have arrested a man in Las Vegas on suspicion of selling a stolen vehicle online.


Nevada DMV honors Jeffrey Wyatt as Employee Veteran of the Month

Jeffrey Wyatt, a field services technician with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in Nevada, has been honored as the Employee Veteran of the Month.


Nevada DMV arrests suspect in online sale of stolen vehicles

Police officers from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) arrested a man suspected of selling stolen vehicles online in Las Vegas.


Nevada DMV shifts major offices to appointment-only model

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will transition to an appointment-only system for most services starting Monday, August 15.


Willie Demario Jones arrested for assault at Las Vegas DMV office

On August 4, 2022, Willie Demario Jones was arrested by Nevada DMV officers in collaboration with the US Marshals Service.


Nevada DMV encourages use of online appointments amid high demand

As summer progresses, the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is encouraging customers to use its online appointment system to avoid long waits.


Nevada's evolving borders shaped by treaties and surveys

Nevada's journey to its current boundaries has been marked by historical treaties, surveying challenges, and legal disputes.


Nevada awarded $20M NSF grant for collaborative wildfire research

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has secured a $20 million grant from the National Science Foundation to support a fire-science project over five years. The research will involve the Desert Research Institute, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and the University of Nevada, Reno. The initiative, titled "Harnessing the Data Revolution for Fire Science," is funded through the NSF's Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR). This program aims to boost research competitiveness in targeted states by enhancing STEM capabilities.


Guidance on gaining relevant experience towards becoming a licensed professional engineer

Aspiring engineers must be cautious about the type of experience they gain while working towards licensure.


Nevada DMV encourages early action as Real ID deadline approaches

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles is reminding residents that the federal deadline for Real ID compliance is now one year away.


Nevada DMV announces start date for technology fee refunds

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced that customers who paid the DMV Technology Fee between July 1, 2020, and August 31, 2021, can start collecting their refunds beginning Monday, April 4, 2022.


Nevada DMV unveils redesigned website amid $114 million transformation effort

Motorists visiting the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) online since March 21 have encountered a redesigned website at dmv.nv.gov. Nevada DMV Director Julie Butler expressed optimism about the update, stating, "We think customers are...


Guidelines stress importance of clear contracts for engineers and surveyors

The regulation mandating written contracts, established in late 2010 and amended in 2019, is a crucial component for professionals whose work relies on client agreements.


Nevada DMV warns against use of fraudulent Texas temporary dealer permits

Nevadans are being cautioned by the Department of Motor Vehicles against purchasing or renting vehicles with Texas temporary dealer permits, which may be fraudulent and conceal serious legal issues with the vehicle.