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Morning Download: Nate Dixon no longer on Nevada hoops staff; Robby Snelling to Triple-A
On weekday mornings, Nevada Sports Net will recap three big headlines of the day in its Morning Download. Read below for today's topics. 1. Nate Dixon no longer on Nevada basketball staff Nate Dixon, who joined the Nevada basketball staff last...

The Sierra Nevada Conservancy Opens Two Grant Programs, Awards $545,000 to 40 Acre Conservation League
A field crew member uses a drip torch as part of the Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC)-funded Hoyt-Purdon Fuel Reduction and Prescribed Fire Implementation Project. Photo courtesy of American Rivers ROCKLIN, CA (MPG) - The Sierra Nevada Conservancy...

Maximize Your Impact with Las Vegas Trade Show Booth Rental Solutions
— The Art of Choosing the Right Trade Show Booth Rental Understanding Your Brand’s Identity and Goals In today’s competitive marketplace, your trade show booth is not merely a physical space; it is a manifestation of your brand’s identity and its...
Trump’s bill may raise power bills, cut jobs and slow clean energy in Nevada
Nevadans can expect to see energy bills rise, gasoline costs creep upward, an increase in health risks, job losses, a plunge in the state’s gross domestic product, and the potential for a resurgence in nuclear energy as a result of President...
The Best Hidden Spot to See Wildlife in Every State
It doesn't take a safari or a remote jungle trek to witness wild animals in their natural settings. Across the U.S., lesser-known parks, refuges, and natural spaces offer prime views of native species without the crowds. You can watch elk graze at...

Nevada family affected by Hurricane Hilary flooding shares message for Texas flood victims
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The devastating floods in Texas are bringing back painful memories for some Southern Nevada residents who experienced similar destruction during Hurricane Hilary last year. While the current devastation is happening more than...

Legislation aims to help veterans of Nevada test site get compensation
David Crete, chairman of The Invisible Enemy, speaks Tuesday, April 8, 2025, during a round table discussion hosted by Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., and Rep. Mark Takano, D-Calif., on toxic exposures at U.S. military bases in...

A golfer’s paradise in the Sierra Nevada: Lake Tahoe Golf Course
Nestled in the heart of South Lake Tahoe’s Lake Valley State Recreation Area, Lake Tahoe Golf Course offers a harmonious blend of championship golf and breathtaking natural beauty. Designed by renowned architect William Bell, this 18-hole, par-71...

Carson City HHS responds to questions about ticks
Carson City Health and Human Services has received numerous inquiries regarding ticks. In Nevada, ticks can transmit serious diseases such as Lyme disease, relapsing fever, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Colorado tick fever. These illnesses can...

Not ‘forgotten’: Plan aims to help veterans of Nevada test site get compensation
Dave Crete and other Nevada veterans who served at the Nevada Test and Training Range have long experienced a slew of health problems, from fatty tumors called lipomas to decreased lung function — and for many, cancer cases that have led to death....

Las Vegas Arts District small businesses concerned about late-night music changes
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Small businesses, artists and community activists are raising their voices against changes to late-night music laws in the Las Vegas Arts District. Small businesses across the area received a request to fill out a survey:...

Nevada's state entomologist Jeff Knight retires after 40 years of service
The Nevada Department of Agriculture has announced the retirement of state entomologist Jeff Knight. Knight's departure marks the end of an extraordinary 40-year career dedicated to protecting Nevada's agricultural and natural ecosystems. "Insects...

Rep. Steven Horsford emphasizes worker rights and environmental protection
Rep. Steven Horsford, a U.S. Congressman representing Nevada's 4th district since 2019, has been vocal on several issues through his recent tweets. Born in Las Vegas in 1973, Horsford has served both in the U.S. Congress and previously in the...

Kelly Clarkson says she’s ‘devastated’ after postponing Las Vegas residency only hours before showtime
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Nevada desert ideal for CO2 removal company
Southern Nevada will be home to the first commercial facility of Clairity Technology, a Los Angeles-based company that conducts carbon dioxide removal. The facility will not only isolate and remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere but also...

Real Estate Founder Jayson Robert Pocius Uses DONTBECHI Designs to Blend Sustainability and Style in Las Vegas
— Jayson Robert Pocius did not set out to become a real estate visionary. He was just a kid growing up on the south side of Chicago, glued to the TV as Michael Jordan redefined greatness. Those games planted the first seeds of ambition, not just...

Las Vegas emerges as a premier destination for major league sports business
Carolyn G. Goodman Mayor at City of Las Vegas | WikipediaCarolyn G. Goodman Mayor at City of Las Vegas | Wikipedia In recent years, Las Vegas has emerged as a leading destination for major league sports and related industries. The city is not only...

Las Vegas Valley to resume testing water for lead, copper
It’s that time of year again, when Las Vegas Valley water managers send out glossy booklets to customers, revealing what harmful compounds — if any — may be lurking in their drinking water. Whether customers are served by the Las Vegas Valley...

Las Vegas native continues to serve as a beacon of hope
Each July, I like to focus on a leader in the community who advocates for those in underserved communities. This is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, also widely known as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of...

6 cheap summer trips to take in Northern Nevada
Avoid the hottest summer weather with cheap summer trips to Northern Nevada, where temperatures are a little cooler. Last summer was one of the country’s and the state’s hottest on record, and if the Farmer’s Almanac 2025 forecast is correct, the...