News from April 2025
TMCC to host Take Back the Night event on April 23
By Silver State Journal | Apr 10, 2025
More than a third of women and a quarter of men will experience sexual violence involving physical contact in their lifetime.
NSHE Board of Regents appoints Matt McNair as Chancellor
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 10, 2025
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has appointed Matt McNair as the new Chancellor after conducting a national search.
Seattle's Lynnwood Link project wins top prize in Build America Awards
By Silver State Journal | Apr 9, 2025
Seattle’s Lynnwood Link Extension L300 project has been recognized as the most outstanding construction project of 2024 by the Associated General Contractors of America.
Nevada State University to host Scorpion Admitted Student Day on April 26
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 9, 2025
Scorpion Admitted Student Day at Nevada State University is set for April 26.
PACT executive director: Lawsuit abuse 'costs the average American family $4,200 per year'
By D. L. Deener | Apr 8, 2025
Lauren Zelt, CEO of Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT), said that ending lawsuit abuse presents a bipartisan opportunity to reduce costs for American families and enhance transparency in the legal system.
Volunteers partner to build walls for Habitat for Humanity house in Ohio
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 7, 2025
AGC Charities Inc., in collaboration with Kokosing and United Rentals, organized a volunteer effort to build all the walls for a new Habitat for Humanity house in Delaware and Union Counties.
TMCC to hold 51st annual student art and design show featuring diverse artworks
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 7, 2025
The Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is set to host its 51st Annual Student Art and Design Show, showcasing the creations of students within the Visual and Fine Arts courses.
WNC students offered scholarships for climate conference in D.C
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 7, 2025
Western Nevada College students aged 18 and older have the chance to attend a national Climate Conference in Washington, D.C., thanks to a scholarship.
TMCC EPIC opens registration for summer 2025 community classes in various fields
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 4, 2025
Spring marks the start of registration for TMCC EPIC's (Educational Programs Inspiring the Community) summer courses, offering a diverse array of classes available until September.
Nevada Division of Insurance offers resources post-Key Insurance liquidation order
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 4, 2025
The Nevada Division of Insurance has launched a new online resource page to assist residents affected by the liquidation of Key Insurance Company.
Tariffs may hinder U.S. construction growth despite March job increases
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 4, 2025
The construction sector reported an increase of 13,000 jobs in March, as wages in the industry enabled it to hire more rapidly than other sectors, according to a new analysis of government data from the Associated General Contractors of America.
TMCC to launch women's volleyball team in 2026, expanding athletic offerings
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 3, 2025
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is set to introduce Women's Volleyball to its athletic offerings in the fall of 2026, marking the college's third intercollegiate sports program following the addition of Men's and Women's Soccer in 2019.
Carson Tahoe Health to host career success seminar at Western Nevada College
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 3, 2025
Carson Tahoe Health will host the "Enhancing Career Success" seminar at Western Nevada College's Career Services on April 16 at The Link.
Construction employment rises in 189 metro areas despite tariff concerns
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 3, 2025
Construction employment increased in 189 metro areas in the year from February 2024 to February 2025, as reported by the Associated General Contractors of America based on recent government employment statistics.
Americans for Prosperity launches campaign for tax cut extension
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 3, 2025
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a new campaign aimed at advocating for the renewal of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Lake Tahoe region prepares for active bears as winter ends
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 2, 2025
The snow is melting in the Lake Tahoe region, signaling the end of winter and the onset of an active spring for local wildlife.
Nevada teachers named finalists for prestigious presidential teaching award
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 2, 2025
Three teachers from Nevada have been selected as finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST).
Nevada System of Higher Education to host forums for chancellor candidates
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 2, 2025
Public forums featuring three finalists for the position of chancellor of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) are scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, at the system headquarters in Las Vegas.
Restaurant industry concerns raised over new tariffs on imports
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 2, 2025
Today, the National Restaurant Association addressed the implications of new reciprocal tariffs announced by the Trump administration.
WNC's summer camps offer diverse activities for children
By D. D. Diggs | Apr 2, 2025
Western Nevada College (WNC) is bringing back its popular summer kids' camps, known as the "College for Kids" program.