News from 2025
Lake Tahoe environmental health shows stability with ongoing challenges
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 26, 2025
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has released a draft report indicating that over 90 percent of Lake Tahoe's environmental health standards are stable or improving.
TMCC clubs complete service projects; nursing grads achieve perfect exam pass rate
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 21, 2025
The Business and Entrepreneurship Club (BE Club) at TMCC has been actively engaging in service projects, utilizing its business skills for community benefit.
TMCC EPIC invites seniors to join diverse learning programs
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 21, 2025
TMCC EPIC (Educational Programs Inspiring the Community) offers a series of classes designed for lifelong learning, personal development, and social interaction, specifically tailored for seniors.
Tahoe strengthens wildfire resilience through community efforts and strategic investments
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 21, 2025
The recent wildfires in and around Los Angeles serve as a stark reminder of the year-round reality of fire season, according to City of South Lake Tahoe Fire Chief Jim Drennan.
College names Gavin Kroulik-Whipple March employee of the month
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 21, 2025
Gavin Kroulik-Whipple has been named the Employee of the Month for March 2025 at the College of Southern Nevada.
CSN Women's Alliance hosts resource fair on March 4
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 21, 2025
The CSN Women's Alliance is organizing a resource fair to mark the beginning of Women's Empowerment Month.
Nevada announces lineup for annual reading week in March
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 21, 2025
The Nevada Department of Education has announced the events for the 2025 Nevada Reading Week, scheduled from March 3 to March 7.
CSN Foundation seeks volunteers for scholarship review committee
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 21, 2025
Ever wondered what it feels like to help transform a student’s future without leaving your couch?
Student entrepreneurs prepare for Side Hustle Expo with expert guidance
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 21, 2025
The upcoming Side Hustle Expo, in collaboration with the City of North Las Vegas, NV Capital Readiness Program (NVCRP), EmployNV, and the Nevada Small Business Development Center (SBDC), aims to provide a platform for student entrepreneurs.
WNC construction students volunteer at Solista Carson senior living community
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 21, 2025
Western Nevada College's Construction students recently volunteered their time and skills to assist senior citizens at Solista Carson, an independent living community.
Gov. DeSantis: Florida lawsuit abuse reform leads to 'significant reductions in auto insurance rates'
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 20, 2025
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the state has successfully reduced auto insurance rates, with insurers such as State Farm and Progressive lowering premiums following reforms aimed at curbing lawsuit abuse.
Experts advise caution around Lake Tahoe's black bear population
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 20, 2025
The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team (TIBT) is a coalition of experts from various federal, state, and local agencies dedicated to the study and welfare of black bears in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
CSN's Dr. James McCoy honored as distinguished college administrator
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 20, 2025
Dr. James McCoy of the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has been recognized as a Phi Theta Kappa Distinguished College Administrator.
Western Nevada College hosts free public viewing for upcoming total lunar eclipse
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 20, 2025
Jack C. Davis Observatory (JCDO) at Western Nevada College is preparing for a lunar eclipse viewing event on March 13-14, staying open from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. The event is free for the public. “The real action starts just after 10 p.m. as the...
Nevada temporarily suspends cage-free egg law amid supply strain
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 20, 2025
The Nevada Department of Agriculture has issued a temporary suspension of the state's cage-free egg law.
Nevada System of Higher Education evaluates new federal guidance impact
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 19, 2025
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is reviewing the recent Dear Colleague Letter from the U.S. Department of Education to assess its implications for Nevada's higher education institutions.
Nevada System of Higher Education reviews federal guidance impact
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 19, 2025
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is currently reviewing a recent Dear Colleague Letter from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tahoe snowshoe trek offers outdoor learning for local students
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 19, 2025
For the 11th consecutive year, organizations have collaborated to offer an outdoor educational experience for students and teachers in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District.
Citizens for Justice report: Battle Born Injury Lawyers donates $6,000, PAC raises $3.5 million for 2024 campaigns
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 18, 2025
The Nevada Secretary of State has released a report on Citizens for Justice (CFJ), an organization associated with the Nevada Justice Association (NJA).
WNC professor reveals Lake Tahoe as North America's oldest freshwater lake
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 18, 2025
Western Nevada College's Professor of Geosciences, Dr. Winnie Kortemeier, has made a significant discovery regarding Lake Tahoe.