News from March 2024
Nevada orders Sigue Corp. to stop money transmission activities
By Silver State Journal | Mar 22, 2024
The Nevada Financial Institutions Division has directed Sigue Corp. to halt its money transmission operations in the state due to financial instability.
Nevada approves tax abatements for Excel Inc. and Vantage Data Centers
By Silver State Journal | Mar 21, 2024
The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has approved tax abatements totaling $13,224,749 for two companies.
Climate Engine launches new site for improved drought monitoring
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 13, 2024
Climate Engine has launched a new website aimed at enhancing drought and vegetation monitoring across the contiguous United States. This platform is the result of a collaboration between researchers from the Desert Research Institute (DRI), University of California Merced, Google, NOAA, BLM, and other federal partners. The tool provides users with access to satellite and climate data in an accessible format to aid in water conservation, wildfire risk management, agricultural productivity monitoring, and ecological restoration.
Nevada Division of Insurance seeks public input on health benefit revisions
By Silver State Journal | Mar 13, 2024
The Nevada Division of Insurance (NVDOI) is inviting public feedback on proposed revisions to the state's essential health benefits (EHB) plan.
Land surveyor shares insights on career transition from engineering
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 11, 2024
Kaitlin Constantine's journey to becoming a licensed land surveyor highlights an alternative path for professionals in engineering and surveying fields.
Nevada DMV arrests suspect in emission fraud scheme
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 6, 2024
Investigators from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have arrested Alejandro Dominguez De La Peña following surveillance at a local emissions testing station.
Nevada regents renew contract for Desert Research Institute president
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 1, 2024
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has approved the renewal of Dr. Kumud Acharya's four-year contract as President of the Desert Research Institute (DRI). This decision was made during the board's quarterly meeting.