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Nevada receives $721K federal grant for expanding apprenticeship programs
By A. A. Sanchez | Jul 18, 2024
The United States Department of Labor has announced the latest round of Apprenticeship Expansion Grant awards as part of its State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula (SAEF). The grant aims to help states increase and expand apprenticeship opportunities in high-growth, high-demand industries. Recently, the Nevada Office of the Labor Commissioner (OLC) received $721,602 through the SAEF Grant to grow apprenticeship programs in Nevada.
Nevada Department of Wildlife names Matt Maples as new data services administrator
By E. F. Cullerton | Jul 17, 2024
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) has appointed Matt Maples as the new Data and Technology Services (DATS) Division Administrator. The DATS division oversees NDOW’s business affairs, including customer service programs such as licensing, boat titling and registrations, hunt applications and draws, special licenses and permits, license agent activities, information technology services, and geographic information systems.
Global study maps critical groundwater-dependent ecosystems amid growing threats
By A. A. Sanchez | Jul 17, 2024
Reno, Nev. (July 17, 2024) – Groundwater-dependent ecosystems provide crucial support to life in arid regions by acting as water reserves during droughts. As climate change and human activities deplete groundwater levels globally, there is an urgent need for better data on these ecosystems' locations. A new study published in Nature on July 17 addresses this gap by mapping groundwater-dependent ecosystems in dryland regions worldwide, assessing their protection status, and examining their overlap with human communities.
Nevada DOT announces extended lane restrictions on I-15 northeast of Las Vegas
By A. I. Benavidez | Jul 17, 2024
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced upcoming lane restrictions on Interstate 15 (I-15) northeast of Las Vegas. The traffic control measures are necessary to place temporary barrier rails, install drainage pipes and culverts, conduct roadway excavation, and paving.
Ramp closures and lane restrictions announced for I-15 South Project
By A. A. Sanchez | Jul 16, 2024
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced extended restrictions on Blue Diamond Road and Interstate 15 (I-15) as part of the ongoing I-15 South Project. These traffic control measures are necessary for barrier rail installation, paving, and striping operations.
Robotics enthusiasts gather at CSN's Center of Excellence
By J. D. Suayan | Jul 16, 2024
On June 27, 2024, the College of Southern Nevada’s Manufacturing Center of Excellence welcomed 53 robotics enthusiasts for the Las Vegas Robotics Meetup.
Agencies release findings from Lake Tahoe beach water sampling
By A. K. Howerter | Jul 16, 2024
The Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board (Lahontan Water Board) and the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) collected water samples on July 8 and July 10 at two Lake Tahoe beaches, El Dorado Beach in California and Nevada Beach in Nevada. The samples are part of the California Interagency Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB)-related Illness Workgroup’s (Workgroup) ongoing investigation into a dog’s death in the area.
Nevada education department partners with UNR for summer literacy institute
By R. B. Pepalis | Jul 16, 2024
CARSON CITY, Nev. – The Nevada Department of Education and the University of Nevada, Reno, are partnering to offer a Summer Literacy Institute. The institute — “Integrating the Science of Reading into the Theory and Practice of Reading Instruction” — is scheduled for July 25-27 in Reno.
Elko DMV begins accepting appointments on July 22
By A. I. Benavidez | Jul 16, 2024
The Elko Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will begin accepting appointments starting July 22, 2024, in an effort to better serve its customers.
Record number of WNC students participate in INBRE summer research program
By A. A. Sanchez | Jul 16, 2024
Western Nevada College (WNC) students are increasingly participating in summer research projects, with a record number involved for the second consecutive year. These students are part of the IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) program, studying various subjects including microorganisms, plants, endangered species, and gene products found in cancer cells. Their research primarily took place outdoors at Wild Oat Mountain and Topaz Lake.
CSN celebrates redesignation as center of academic excellence in cyber defense
By E. F. Cullerton | Jul 15, 2024
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has announced the successful redesignation of its Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CD). This recognition underscores CSN's ongoing commitment to providing high-quality education and training in cybersecurity.
Nevada Department of Wildlife warns public about coyote activity at Pittman Wash
By D. L. Deener | Jul 13, 2024
Las Vegas, NV – Following two separate coyote incidents at Pittman Wash over the past week, the Nevada Department of Wildlife is advising increased caution for those in the area. In the early morning hours of Sunday, July 7 and again Friday, July 12, a coyote bit two separate women walking in Pittman Wash near Green Valley Parkway in Henderson. Each of the women suffered puncture wounds on their lower leg and sought treatment at area hospitals.
Nevada task force launches tool for tracking harmful algal blooms
By A. K. Howerter | Jul 12, 2024
Carson City, NV — As temperatures rise and Nevadans seek relief in the state’s lakes, rivers, and reservoirs, the Nevada Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Task Force urges residents and visitors to stay informed about HABs to safely enjoy the state’s water bodies.
Extended closures announced for I-15 South Project in Nevada
By L. E. Bushouse | Jul 12, 2024
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced extended restrictions on west Starr Avenue and southbound Interstate 15 (I-15) as crews work on constructing a new soundwall for the ongoing I-15 South Project.
University teams up with state agency for outdoor industry education initiatives
By K. R. Nelson | Jul 12, 2024
In partnership with the Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation, the University of Nevada, Reno has developed two programs to address the increasing demand for skilled professionals in outdoor recreation. The new programs include a specialization in Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Management and a minor in Outdoor Adventure and Leadership (ODAL). The Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Management specialization is part of the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, developed in the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources, while the ODAL minor is housed in the...
Nevada DOT announces lane closures for I-15 and SR-610/Lamb Blvd
By A. D. Bamburg | Jul 12, 2024
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced upcoming lane closures and restrictions on Interstate 15 (I-15) and SR-610/Lamb Blvd in North Las Vegas and Clark County. The traffic control measures are necessary for paving and striping operations.
Extended lane restrictions on SR-169 in Moapa Valley announced by NDOT
By E. F. Cullerton | Jul 12, 2024
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced upcoming extended lane restrictions on State Route 169 (SR-169) in Moapa Valley. The planned restrictions will involve intermittent closures of one lane on SR-169 in a specified direction, occurring between I-15 and Bowman Road. Traffic control will be managed by flaggers, and motorists are advised to expect delays during these periods.
NDOT announces upcoming ramp closures and lane restrictions on I-515/U.S.-95
By R. B. Pepalis | Jul 11, 2024
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced extended ramp closures and lane restrictions on Interstate 515 (I-515)/U.S. 95 in Henderson and the eastern Las Vegas valley. These measures are necessary for pavement repair, striping, and barrier rail replacement on I-515/U.S. 95 between Sunset Road and Wyoming Avenue.
Lane reductions planned on I-580 near Reno for routine bridge inspections
By A. I. Benavidez | Jul 11, 2024
Traffic lanes on Interstate 580 south of Reno will be reduced from July 15 to 18 for routine bridge inspections conducted by the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT).
Laura Rizo to speak at CREST's annual motivational event
By C. D. McHugh | Jul 11, 2024
Overcoming adversity and life’s challenges have shaped, in part, who Laura Rizo is today. Rizo will share experiences of overcoming poverty, mental illness, and identity to help attendees meet their challenges with tenacity during the College Education for Students in Transition (CREST) program’s annual motivational speaking event from 9 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Western Nevada College.