News published on Silver State Journal in April 2025

Construction jobs experienced growth in 192 out of 360 metro areas from March 2024 to March 2025, according to a report from the Associated General Contractors of America, which draws on new government employment data.

Nevada honors historic preservation and archaeology throughout May

Nevada dedicates the month of May to recognizing its rich history, a tradition that has been observed since the early 1980s.

Emma Myers recognized as May 2025 AFA Employee of the Month

Emma Myers has been named the Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) Employee of the Month for May 2025.

May's classified employee of the month celebrated for outstanding contributions

The recognition of exceptional employees is an important initiative, as demonstrated by the recent announcement of May's Classified Employee of the Month.

Nevada board launches survey for State Superintendent search

The Nevada State Board of Education has initiated a public survey to collect input in the search for a new State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

TMCC students shine at Nevada SkillsUSA 2025 competition

At the recent 2025 Nevada SkillsUSA Competition, students from Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) and ACE High School achieved notable success, earning medals across several categories.

Student thrives from adult education to automotive tech at WNC

Scott Dobson embarked on a transformative journey through the College & Career Readiness program at Western Nevada College (WNC) from April 2023 to June 2024.

CSN commemorates achievements of its student-athletes at annual banquet

Last Monday, the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) Athletics Department hosted its ninth annual Student-Athlete Banquet at the Charleston Campus.

UNR opens new lab to boost innovation and workforce development in Nevada

By Silver State Journal | Apr 26, 2025

The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has marked the opening of a new nanofabrication lab at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR).

Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company to stage "The Sound of Music" in May

By Silver State Journal | Apr 25, 2025

Rodgers and Hammerstein's celebrated musical, "The Sound of Music," which has delighted audiences for six decades, is being staged by the Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company this May.

Restaurants and government work to combat black-market reservation sales

In recent years, a black market for hard-to-get restaurant reservations has emerged across the United States.

Filmmaker Hisonni Mustafa named CSN's 2025 commencement speaker

At 42, Hisonni Mustafa is set to address graduates as the 2025 Commencement Speaker at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN).

CSN students engage with Shelby in automotive tech collaboration

Engines got underway at the College of Southern Nevada North Las Vegas Campus as three Shelby cars caught the attention of students from the Automotive Technology program.

Nevada Board of Regents names Dr. Chris Heavey as interim president of UNLV

The Nevada System of Higher Education's Board of Regents has announced the appointment of Christopher L. Heavey, Ph.D., as the Interim President of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

CSN and North Las Vegas open Dolores Huerta Resource Center