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Nevada Dream Tag raffle tickets available until June 30
By K. R. Nelson | Jun 26, 2024
There are only a few days left for sports enthusiasts to purchase tickets for the Nevada Dream Tag raffle. Tickets will be available until 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 30.
Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs return to Western Nevada College
By J. N. Schierl | Jun 25, 2024
The Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs, scheduled for July 20-21, will commence and conclude at Western Nevada College's John L. Harvey Field. The event, known for its tagline "A Glimpse of Heaven ... A Taste of Hell," offers ultradistance runners a challenging course.
College of Southern Nevada’s mentorship program spotlighted in NWRA waterSpot Summer 2024
By R. B. Pepalis | Jun 24, 2024
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has been featured in the latest NWRA waterSpot Summer 2024 newsletter for its efforts to inspire students to pursue careers in STEM fields. The article highlights CSN's engagement with students through hands-on research activities, both in the field and laboratory settings, which aim to foster significant discoveries.
Nevada Division of Insurance town hall meeting in Incline Village to address wildfires and insurance
By J. D. Suayan | Jun 21, 2024
Wildfire frequency has increased over the last decade, leading to higher costs for insuring homes in the western United States. To address this issue, the Nevada Division of Insurance will hold a Town Hall meeting in Incline Village to discuss how wildfires impact homeowners and condominium insurance.
National Pollinator Week highlights importance of preserving Nevada's ecosystems
By J. N. Schierl | Jun 20, 2024
Nevada is home to thousands of native pollinator species, including highly efficient native bees whose fuzzy bodies excel at gathering and transferring pollen. The state also hosts over 600 butterfly and moth species. These range from generalists to specialists like the yucca moth, which uniquely pollinates Joshua trees and other yucca species vital to the Mojave Desert ecosystem. Protecting these pollinators and their habitats is essential for maintaining Nevada’s diverse and healthy ecosystems.
Native Climate Team holds collaborative workshop on Indigenous education
By J. N. Schierl | Jun 18, 2024
The Desert Research Institute’s Native Climate education team, Ileah Kirchoff and Crystal Miller, hosted a collaborative workshop between the Walker River Paiute Tribe and the Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe on May 4, 2024. In attendance were Indigenous knowledge holders from Walker River Paiute Tribe, Kutzadika’a Tribe of Mono Lake, and Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe; elected Tribal leaders from Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe and Kutzadika’a Tribe of Mono Lake; and educators from Mineral County and Churchill County School Districts.
Study reveals ecological impacts caused by plastisphere in Mekong River
By L. E. Bushouse | Jun 14, 2024
DRI researchers Monica Arienzo and Rachel Kozloski are co-authors of a new study examining the ecological impacts of plastic waste in Cambodia’s Mekong River. The Mekong River, which supports the livelihoods of more than 60 million people, faces significant plastic pollution challenges. Published in the August 2024 issue of Water Research, the study found that bacteria thriving on plastic waste significantly alter water quality and impact ecosystem services, particularly in areas with mismanaged waste. Researchers also observed potentially pathogenic organisms that could...
Reno startups join inaugural gBETA accelerator cohort
By A. I. Benavidez | Jun 14, 2024
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Nevada Division of Insurance holds town hall on wildfire impacts
By D. D. Diggs | Jun 13, 2024
The Nevada Division of Insurance has announced a Town Hall meeting in Incline Village, Nevada, to address the effects of wildfires on homeowners and condominium insurance.
Western US must adopt new strategies amid changing snowpack patterns
By A. D. Nghiem | Jun 12, 2024
The Western United States, heavily dependent on mountain snowpacks for water storage and supply, faces significant challenges due to climate change. A recent study led by scientists at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) suggests that expanding reservoir capacity alone will not suffice to prevent future water crises in agricultural communities.
Study finds varying natural lithium levels across US groundwater
By K. R. Nelson | Jun 10, 2024
Researchers from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) have published a study estimating lithium levels in groundwater across the United States, with implications for drinking water safety. The research, which involves DRI scientists Monica Arienzo and Daniel Saftner as coauthors, explores lithium concentrations in aquifers supplying both public and private wells.
AANHPI graduates celebrated at College of Southern Nevada's GraduAsian 2024
By B. B. Urness | Jun 7, 2024
The College of Southern Nevada, in collaboration with UNLV and NSU, recently hosted the annual GraduAsian ceremony to honor Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander graduates. The event brought together students, families, and community members to celebrate these individuals' achievements.
Ashley Gonzalez honored as June Employee of the Month by AFA
By B. B. Urness | Jun 7, 2024
Ashley Gonzalez has been named Employee of the Month for June 2024 by the Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) at the College of Southern Nevada. Gonzalez, a Senior Specialist in Salary Administration within the Human Resources Department at the West Charleston Campus, was nominated by Derita Hopkins.
Nevada Department seeks public feedback on language access plan revision
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 6, 2024
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is seeking public input on its revised Language Access Plan (LAP). The LAP aims to provide a clear protocol for NDOW personnel when offering services to individuals with limited English proficiency. This initiative began in 2022 following the establishment of the first-ever LAP as mandated by Senate Bill 318.
Nevada DMV busts major credit card skimming operation linked to stolen SUVs
By B. B. Urness | May 31, 2024
Officials from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles' Compliance Enforcement Division (CED) have arrested a suspect in Las Vegas after collaborating with the National Insurance Crime Bureau.
Possible wolf sighting under investigation by Nevada wildlife department
By A. D. Bamburg | May 30, 2024
On March 17, a pilot working with a helicopter capture crew contracted by the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) reported spotting three suspected wolves near Merritt Mountain, north of Elko, during a moose collaring project. The sighting was immediately communicated to NDOW biologists, who then coordinated with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service to search the area for confirmation.
Nevada approves new hunting tag quotas amid public concern over mule deer
By A. D. Bamburg | May 30, 2024
The Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners has approved the big game hunting tag quotas for the 2024-2025 season. The decision follows recommendations from the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) and input from County Advisory Boards to Manage Wildlife. While most species quotas, including antelope, elk, mountain goat, bear, and bighorn sheep, align with NDOW's suggestions, significant changes were made to mule deer quotas due to public concerns about population declines in northeastern Nevada.
Nevada Department of Wildlife appoints new diversity administrator
By J. D. Suayan | May 30, 2024
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) has appointed Jasmine Kleiber as the new Wildlife Diversity Division Administrator. This division is responsible for the protection and management of numerous non-game wildlife species in Nevada, including those that are at-risk and sensitive.