Silver State Journal

 

News from January 2025


TMCC alumna reflects on career from army medic to intelligence analyst

Alumna Sam McGuire, a graduate of the TMCC Emergency Management Program, has dedicated her career to public service.


Study uncovers ancient forest preserved in Beartooth Plateau ice

Scientists from the Desert Research Institute (DRI), Montana State University, and the U.S. Geological Survey have uncovered a 6,000-year-old forest preserved in an ice patch on the Beartooth Plateau.


CSN shares marketing session materials for wider accessibility

A recent session titled "How to Work with Marketing & Communications" hosted by the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) saw attendance from a couple dozen participants.


United Way of Southern Nevada opens applications for 2025 impact grants

United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) has announced the opening of applications for its 2025 Community Impact Grants.


Nevada State University's president to deliver annual address

President DeRionne Pollard is set to deliver the State of the University address for Nevada State University.


TPA president: Third-party funders ‘push for settlements that benefit their profits’

David Williams, president of the Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA), expressed concerns about third-party funders in litigation.


Nevada launches new stem teaching endorsement for elementary educators

The Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation and Technology (OSIT) and the Nevada Department of Education (NDE) have announced the approval of a new STEM endorsement for licensed teachers by the State of Nevada Legislative Commission. “With...


Americans for Prosperity launches campaign urging renewal of Trump’s Tax Cuts

Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) initiated a $20 million nationwide campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a key component of President Trump's economic agenda.


Spring 2025 convocation highlights and recording available online

The Spring 2025 Convocation took place on January 13, beginning with a breakfast and networking session in the June Whitley Lounge.


CSN hosts event on immigration updates for college students

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is organizing an event titled "Immigration Updates for Nevada College Students & Support Staff" on January 29 at the North Las Vegas Campus.


Americans for Prosperity launches campaign supporting renewal of Trump tax cuts

Lansing, Michigan – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has announced a $20 million campaign aimed at urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), originally enacted under President Trump.


Americans for Prosperity launches $20M campaign supporting Trump tax cuts

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a $20 million nationwide campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), initially enacted under President Trump.


CSN Connections Spring events scheduled for early February

Mark your calendars for the spring CSN Connections events, scheduled for February 4-6, 2025.


Reno-Sparks releases urban heat data following successful mapping campaign

The Reno-Sparks Heat Mapping Project has successfully completed its temperature mapping campaign, releasing detailed data and modeled temperature maps for the Truckee Meadows communities.


Americans for Prosperity launches campaign supporting Trump tax cuts renewal

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a $20 million nationwide campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a key element of President Trump's economic agenda.


Americans for Prosperity launches $20M campaign for Trump tax cuts renewal

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a $20 million nationwide campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), originally enacted during President Trump's administration.


AFP launches $20M campaign supporting Trump's tax cuts renewal

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a $20 million campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), originally enacted under President Trump.


Americans for Prosperity launches campaign urging renewal of Trump tax cuts

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has launched a $20 million campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a significant part of President Trump's economic agenda.


Americans for Prosperity launches campaign advocating for Trump-era tax cuts renewal

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a $20 million nationwide campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a significant piece of legislation from President Trump's administration.


Coyotes defeat Gila Monsters in thrilling overtime match

The Coyotes men's basketball team emerged victorious in an intense game against the #16-ranked Eastern Arizona Gila Monsters.