News from September 2025
Construction sector sees job losses amid project delays tied to tariffs and labor shortages
By E. R. Roberson | Sep 5, 2025
Construction employment fell by 7,000 jobs in August, according to an analysis of new government data released by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
Nevada DMV resumes most services after outage; license issuance expected September 5
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 4, 2025
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has resumed most of its public services following recent disruptions.
WNC graduates launch Cellar 8 Wine Bar in downtown Carson City
By R. B. Price | Sep 4, 2025
Maxine Holland and Jessica Brooks, both graduates of Western Nevada College (WNC), have launched a new venture in downtown Carson City with the reopening of Cellar 8 Wine Bar at 408 N. Carson Street.
Alexandra Snabon-Jun named 2026 Nevada State Teacher of the Year
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 3, 2025
Alexandra Snabon-Jun has been named the 2026 Nevada State Teacher of the Year in a ceremony held on Wednesday.
Lake Tahoe License Plate Program opens grant applications for environmental projects
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 3, 2025
Applications are now being accepted for environmental grants funded by the Nevada Lake Tahoe License Plate Program.
DRI offers TMCC students practical science experience through summer internships
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 3, 2025
This summer, the Desert Research Institute (DRI) hosted eighteen students from Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) at its Reno campus for a ten-week paid internship.
Nevada DMV resumes limited services after statewide network security incident
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 2, 2025
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced the status of its services following a network security incident that took place in the early morning hours of August 24, 2025.
Construction spending falls slightly in July amid labor shortages and tariff concerns
By Silver State Journal | Sep 2, 2025
Spending on construction projects in July fell by 0.1 percent compared to June, according to an analysis of government data released by the Associated General Contractors of America.
TMCC launches trail skills certificate with support from Greg Nelson Trust
By Silver State Journal | Sep 2, 2025
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is set to introduce a new non-credit certification program focused on trail building and maintenance, supported by a $164,744 grant from the Greg Nelson Trust.
College of Southern Nevada opens new workforce training center on Historic Westside
By Silver State Journal | Sep 2, 2025
City and state officials gathered with representatives from the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) to mark the ribbon cutting of the new Workforce and Education Training Center (WETC) in the Historic Westside.
Nevada System of Higher Education outlines new steps to improve math education
By Silver State Journal | Sep 2, 2025
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has released a new report titled Next Steps Nevada, which focuses on improving math education to better prepare students for college, careers, and the workforce.
Western Nevada College Child Development Center wins best child care provider for eighth year
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 1, 2025
Western Nevada College’s Child Development Center (CDC) has been named the Best Child Care/Day Care Provider in Carson City for the eighth consecutive year by the Nevada Appeal.