Silver State Journal

 

News from January 2025


Sankofa Black Writers Series returns to CSN this February

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is set to host the Sankofa Black Writers Series in February, in honor of Black History Month.


Nevada recovers over $9.4 million for insurance consumers in 2024

The Nevada Division of Insurance announced that its Consumer Services section recovered $9,400,385.97 for Nevada consumers in 2024.


EPIC announces over 140 non-credit courses for Spring 2025

TMCC's Educational Programs Inspiring the Community (EPIC) is gearing up for its Spring 2025 offerings, with over 140 non-credit courses available.


NV Energy supports TMCC student success through scholarships and programs

The NV Energy Foundation has been instrumental in supporting Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) students through scholarships and the Summer Bridge college-readiness program.


College honors Lorena Rodriguez-Rios as employee of the month

Lorena Rodriguez-Rios has been named the Employee of the Month for January 2025.


CSN announces faculty and staff basketball tournament on January 23

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is organizing a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for its faculty and staff.


Volunteers sought for Ask Me Booths at three campuses

The beginning of a new semester often brings excitement and some confusion.


Nevada Heritage Foundation offers $2K scholarship for agricultural trade students

The Nevada Heritage Foundation is offering a scholarship aimed at supporting students from Nevada who are pursuing trades related to agriculture.


Nevada Farm Bureau offers $1,000 scholarship for aspiring agriculture students

The Nevada Farm Bureau is offering the Dave Fulstone II Scholarship to support students interested in pursuing a career in agriculture.


Scholarship endowment honors Marilee Swirczek's legacy at Western Nevada College

For over twenty years, Marilee Swirczek's creative writing classes at Western Nevada College (WNC) inspired many students.


US construction spending stagnant as housing gains offset office declines

Construction spending remained flat from October to November, according to a recent report by the Associated General Contractors of America.