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The Nevada State Board of Education has initiated a public survey to collect input in the search for a new State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

TMCC students shine at Nevada SkillsUSA 2025 competition

At the recent 2025 Nevada SkillsUSA Competition, students from Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) and ACE High School achieved notable success, earning medals across several categories.

Student thrives from adult education to automotive tech at WNC

Scott Dobson embarked on a transformative journey through the College & Career Readiness program at Western Nevada College (WNC) from April 2023 to June 2024.

CSN commemorates achievements of its student-athletes at annual banquet

Last Monday, the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) Athletics Department hosted its ninth annual Student-Athlete Banquet at the Charleston Campus.

UNR opens new lab to boost innovation and workforce development in Nevada

By Silver State Journal | Apr 26, 2025

The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has marked the opening of a new nanofabrication lab at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR).

Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company to stage "The Sound of Music" in May

By Silver State Journal | Apr 25, 2025

Rodgers and Hammerstein's celebrated musical, "The Sound of Music," which has delighted audiences for six decades, is being staged by the Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company this May.

Restaurants and government work to combat black-market reservation sales

In recent years, a black market for hard-to-get restaurant reservations has emerged across the United States.

Filmmaker Hisonni Mustafa named CSN's 2025 commencement speaker

At 42, Hisonni Mustafa is set to address graduates as the 2025 Commencement Speaker at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN).

CSN students engage with Shelby in automotive tech collaboration

Engines got underway at the College of Southern Nevada North Las Vegas Campus as three Shelby cars caught the attention of students from the Automotive Technology program.

Nevada Board of Regents names Dr. Chris Heavey as interim president of UNLV

The Nevada System of Higher Education's Board of Regents has announced the appointment of Christopher L. Heavey, Ph.D., as the Interim President of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

CSN and North Las Vegas open Dolores Huerta Resource Center

A new resource center has opened in North Las Vegas, marking a collaboration between the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) and the City of North Las Vegas.

Hensel Phelps recognized as top construction safety leader by national contractors group

By Silver State Journal | Apr 23, 2025

Hensel Phelps Construction has been honored with the grand prize at the AGC Construction Safety Excellence Awards, recognized for its outstanding construction safety and health program in 2024 by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).

Cave Lake Reservoir refilled; reopening event set for June 7, 2025

By Silver State Journal | Apr 23, 2025

The Nevada Division of State Parks and the Nevada Department of Wildlife have reported that Cave Lake Reservoir at Cave Lake State Park has returned to full capacity.

Regional housing survey launched in Lake Tahoe Area by TTCF and TRPA

By Silver State Journal | Apr 22, 2025

The Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation (TTCF) and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) have initiated a regional housing survey to assess evolving housing needs in the wider Lake Tahoe Region.

Real ID walk-in services offered in Nevada without appointment prior to deadline

By Silver State Journal | Apr 22, 2025

As the May 7 Real ID deadline draws near, the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced that individuals requiring a Real ID can visit certain DMV metro offices without an appointment.

Nevada DMV expands Turbo Titles service statewide

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced that its new service, Turbo Titles, is now accessible in all DMV offices across the state.

WNC community recognized at annual awards reception

It was a significant evening for students, faculty, and staff of Western Nevada College (WNC) on April 18 as they gathered for the annual Awards & Appreciation Reception.

United Way of Southern Nevada appoints Mike Katigbak as CFO

United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) has appointed Mike Katigbak as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Nevada Education Department unveils AI ethics guidelines