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UNLV faculty contribute expertise on diverse topics amid new year activities
Jingle bells have been replaced with school bells as UNLV kicks off the spring semester.
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 4, 2025
United Way announces $1.2 million funding for emergency food and shelter in Southern Nevada
As Southern Nevada faces ongoing challenges related to housing stability, food security, and essential utilities, the United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) has announced the availability of $1,220,268 in federal funds.
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 27, 2025
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Americans for Prosperity-SC promotes school choice during national event
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 27, 2025
Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) is actively participating in National School Choice Week, emphasizing the importance of diverse educational opportunities.
AFP-AL highlights diverse education paths during National School Choice Week
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 27, 2025
Americans for Prosperity-Alabama (AFP-AL) is marking National School Choice Week by highlighting the importance of diverse educational opportunities that cater to individual learning needs.
United Way boosts access to preschool with $15M scholarships
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 24, 2025
For families in Southern Nevada, access to quality preschool education is being expanded through a $15.3 million scholarship initiative.
Clark County School District settles lawsuit with students over police incident
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 23, 2025
The Clark County School District Board of School Trustees has approved a $1 million settlement with two teenage students, as announced by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Nevada.
Americans for Prosperity criticizes Governor Kelly's budget proposal
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 17, 2025
As the 2025 legislative session begins in Kansas, Americans for Prosperity-Kansas (AFP-KS) has expressed concerns over Governor Laura Kelly's recent address and budget proposal.
United Way of Southern Nevada opens applications for 2025 impact grants
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 14, 2025
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) has announced the opening of applications for its 2025 Community Impact Grants.
Americans for Prosperity launches campaign urging renewal of Trump’s Tax Cuts
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 13, 2025
Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) initiated a $20 million nationwide campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a key component of President Trump's economic agenda.
Americans for Prosperity launches campaign supporting renewal of Trump tax cuts
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 13, 2025
Lansing, Michigan – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has announced a $20 million campaign aimed at urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), originally enacted under President Trump.
Americans for Prosperity launches $20M campaign supporting Trump tax cuts
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 13, 2025
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a $20 million nationwide campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), initially enacted under President Trump.
Americans for Prosperity launches campaign supporting Trump tax cuts renewal
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 12, 2025
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a $20 million nationwide campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a key element of President Trump's economic agenda.
Americans for Prosperity launches $20M campaign for Trump tax cuts renewal
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 12, 2025
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a $20 million nationwide campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), originally enacted during President Trump's administration.
AFP launches $20M campaign supporting Trump's tax cuts renewal
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 12, 2025
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a $20 million campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), originally enacted under President Trump.
Americans for Prosperity launches campaign urging renewal of Trump tax cuts
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 12, 2025
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has launched a $20 million campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a significant part of President Trump's economic agenda.
Americans for Prosperity launches campaign advocating for Trump-era tax cuts renewal
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 12, 2025
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has initiated a $20 million nationwide campaign urging Congress to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a significant piece of legislation from President Trump's administration.
Former executive director stresses importance of NCEES FE exam for engineering careers
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 9, 2025
The former Executive Director of the Nevada Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors emphasizes the importance of taking the NCEES FE exam for aspiring engineers.
Aspiring engineers urged to take NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering exam
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 9, 2025
The NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is a crucial step for aspiring engineers aiming to become licensed Professional Engineers (PE).
ACLU uncovers ICE proposal involving private prisons expansion in Nevada
By Silver State Journal | Dec 19, 2024
Records obtained by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) have unveiled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is considering proposals to expand immigration detention capacity in Nevada.
UNLV alumnus Zachary Billot becomes university's first-ever Marshall Scholar
By Silver State Journal | Dec 16, 2024
UNLV alumnus Zachary Billot has made history by becoming the first in the university's history to be awarded a Marshall Scholarship.