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Nevada approves tax abatements for Excel Inc. and Vantage Data Centers

The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has approved tax abatements totaling $13,224,749 for two companies.


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Climate Engine launches new site for improved drought monitoring

Climate Engine has launched a new website aimed at enhancing drought and vegetation monitoring across the contiguous United States. This platform is the result of a collaboration between researchers from the Desert Research Institute (DRI), University of California Merced, Google, NOAA, BLM, and other federal partners. The tool provides users with access to satellite and climate data in an accessible format to aid in water conservation, wildfire risk management, agricultural productivity monitoring, and ecological restoration.


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Nevada Division of Insurance seeks public input on health benefit revisions

The Nevada Division of Insurance (NVDOI) is inviting public feedback on proposed revisions to the state's essential health benefits (EHB) plan.


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Nevada DMV arrests suspect in emission fraud scheme

Investigators from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have arrested Alejandro Dominguez De La Peña following surveillance at a local emissions testing station.


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Nevada regents renew contract for Desert Research Institute president

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has approved the renewal of Dr. Kumud Acharya's four-year contract as President of the Desert Research Institute (DRI). This decision was made during the board's quarterly meeting.


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Free seminar during Women in Construction Week highlights women's role

Women in Construction Week, observed from March 3 to 9, will highlight the contributions of women to the construction industry.


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Nikki Haag appointed deputy director for new Nevada boards standards office

Nikki Haag has been appointed as Deputy Director of the newly established Nevada Office of Boards, Commissions and Councils Standards.


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Developer selected for new Windsor Park community construction

The Nevada Housing Division, in collaboration with the Uplift Windsor Park Advisory Committee, has announced the selection of Community Development Programs Center of Nevada (CDPCN) as the developer for a new community in North Las Vegas.


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Nevada climate report highlights warm December; future outlook remains uncertain

Klaire Rhodes, a graduate student at the Nevada State Climate Office, and Thomas Albright, an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Interim Nevada State Climatologist, have released their quarterly climate report for Nevada. Their analysis indicates that December 2023 was notably warm, ranking as the sixth warmest December on record.


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Nevada increases workplace safety violation penalties starting January

The Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced an increase in penalties for workplace safety violations, effective January 15, 2024.


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Nevada DMV offers 'Star of Life' symbol on licenses for medical condition disclosure

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has introduced a new initiative aimed at enhancing motorist safety.


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Nevada DMV announces closure over Thanksgiving holiday weekend

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will close its offices from Thursday, November 23 through Sunday, November 26 to observe the Thanksgiving and Family Day holidays.


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Nevada DMV launches online permits for used vehicle buyers

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has introduced a new online service to assist customers who have recently purchased used vehicles.


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Nevada DMV introduces online written tests for driver licenses

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced a new option for applicants seeking instruction permits or non-commercial Class C driver licenses.


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Nevada DMV introduces Walk-In Wednesdays and Saturday appointments

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is set to modify its current walk-in service policy.


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Nevada sees improvement in drought conditions but challenges persist

Nevada's current drought conditions have shown improvement following a wet winter, but challenges persist in some areas. According to Nevada State Climatologist Steph McAfee and undergraduate student Benjamin Khoh, who prepared an update through the Living with Drought program, much of the state is now drought-free. However, abnormally dry conditions remain from northwestern Nevada through Nye, Lincoln, and Clark counties.


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Nevada DMV closes offices on Juneteenth after state holiday recognition

In Carson City, Nevada DMV offices will close on Monday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.


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Nevada DMV partners with foundation to promote awareness of White Cane Law

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and the Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation (NBCF) have partnered to educate drivers about Nevada’s White Cane Law and changes to the DMV Driver Handbook.


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Nevada DMV launches new online complaint filing service

Nevadans can now file complaints against car dealers, garages, or other businesses licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) online.


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Nevada DMV services disrupted by planned Verizon network outage

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced that it will not be able to issue driver licenses or learner permits on Saturday, February 25.