Silver State Journal

 

News from 2024


Winnemucca DMV office closes temporarily for remodeling

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced the temporary closure of its Winnemucca office from December 16 to December 20 for remodeling.


Federal judge halts Kroger-Albertsons merger amid antitrust concerns

Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has expressed approval following a federal judge's decision to halt the merger between Kroger and Albertsons, two of the largest supermarket chains in the United States.


Women inmates earn hospitality certificates through CSN prison education program

Eight women at Florence McClure Women's Correctional Center have reached a significant milestone by earning Certificates in Hospitality, Tourism, Convention, and Event Planning.


New appointments announced for president's cabinet

The organizational changes announced in September have led to the appointment of two experienced leaders to the President's Cabinet.


Nevada's NSHE appoints Senator Pete Goicoechea as new regent for District 8

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has announced the appointment of Senator Pete Goicoechea to the Board of Regents, where he will represent District 8.


CSN students to restore 1978 Corvette for auction

A 1978 Chevrolet Corvette, acquired by Ken Goodrich, Chairman of Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing, at the Barrett-Jackson Auction in Las Vegas, has arrived at the College of Southern Nevada's North Las Vegas Campus.


CSN hosts annual holiday party with toy drive

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) hosted its annual holiday party on December 3 at the North Las Vegas Campus.


Attorney General Ford releases 2024 statewide use of force report

Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has released the 2024 annual report on statewide use of force data.


Nevada DMV launches statewide rapid registration for online vehicle registration

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has launched its latest service, Rapid Registration, across all state offices.


University reflects on December 6 tragedy one year later

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, reflects on the one-year anniversary of the tragic events that occurred on December 6, 2023.


TMCC faculty shine at Reno Tahoe International Art Awards; MCO wins marketing accolades

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) faculty members Candace Garlock and Miles Hall have been recognized at the Reno Tahoe International Art Awards.


Nevada Dental Board adopts new rules for handling consumer complaints

The Nevada Board of Dental Examiners has enacted a regulation aimed at enhancing the agency's processes for reviewing and investigating consumer complaints.


University police launch memorial initiative with symbolic patches for campus unity

University Police Services Southern Command has announced a new Memorial and Awareness initiative aimed at strengthening campus connections within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).


Nevada approves new annuity suitability regulations

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nevada State University's School of Nursing Simulation Center has achieved Provisional Accreditation from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH).