Experience Nevada

UNR nursing leader Vania Carter-Strauss invited to State of the Union by Senator Jacky Rosen, spotlighting Nevada health equity.

Travel Nevada spotlights Alex Honnold in 'Get a Little Out There' promo, boosting Southern Nevada outdoor tourism with Boulder City features.

World-class free-solo climber Alex Honnold showcases Boulder City and southern Nevada in a new Outside TV tourism video.

Ormat's Reno hiring post signals geothermal growth—seeking land-rights expertise to secure easements, legal descriptions, and local collaboration.

Guinn Center’s Gallagher Dialogues convenes leaders to discuss the Dignity Index, civil discourse, and community resilience ahead of 2026 elections.

Nevada's statewide ransomware recovery highlights identity-first continuity and coordinated public-sector cyber resilience across state agencies.

Upcoming April 2 forum pairs Tim Shriver with Nevada leaders to discuss the Dignity Index and civic discourse ahead of the 2026 election.

Ormat Technologies' Reno post spotlights a Land Manager role, highlighting geothermal hiring and local clean-energy career opportunities.

Industry leaders debate AI restraint after Anthropic comments; raises governance, surveillance, and defense concerns that matter for Nevada communities.

Reno's Great Reno Balloon Race seeks service groups and volunteers for its 45th anniversary celebration, boosting community participation and local pride.

APA Nevada hosted a Henderson pickleball networking meetup, blending recreation with professional connection for local planners and allies.

Marisol Collons highlights a new mentoring role with NextGenGeo and Geothermal Rising Student Committee, advancing geothermal clean-energy leadership.

Death Valley wildflower 'superbloom' documented by Desert Research Institute, drawing scientific attention and public excitement across Nevada and the region.

Nevada emerges as a national hub for EV battery recycling and domestic lithium supply, driven by industry leaders and growing investment.

Desert Research Institute spotlights a superbloom in Death Valley, showing desert wildflowers' resilience and drawing public interest and scientific attention.

Washoe County School District hosts a hiring event Saturday, plus ongoing application assistance for job seekers.

Local leaders marked a National Automobile Museum ribbon cutting while a podcast highlights community-business collaboration and career recognition in Reno.

CuriosityLab hosts a March 18 public lecture connecting science and storytelling to explore Nevada’s water, energy, and data center futures.

Local groups rally volunteers for Reno's Good Neighbors warming center, staffing weekly transport and support for women and families experiencing homelessness.

Nevada women-led electrical firm spotlights EWeek initiative to introduce girls to engineering, promoting mentorship, scholarships, and Women in STEM pathways.

DRI’s CuriosityLab hosts storytelling event linking hydrology, climate, and community planning with local voices on Nevada’s water future.

David Schmidt’s team won a NASWA Workforce Innovation Award for BLSloadR, highlighting R tools that improve labor market insights for policy and practice.

UNR hosts March 5 symposium spotlighting women's entrepreneurship, economic security, wellness, and access to food and health care.

DRI webinar shares wildfire smoke, air quality, and post-fire soils research—critical for Nevada community resilience and health.

Incumbent Mariluz Garcia's District 3 re-election fundraiser tomorrow evening galvanizes local support, urging RSVP or donations to sustain neighborhood representation.

Renown names LeAnne Wallace Champion Child, spotlighting pediatric care, philanthropy, and community support for children's healing journeys.

A late-March bootcamp readies Nevada college students with communication, professionalism, mock interviews and employer networking to strengthen local workforce pipelines.

Nevada STEM leaders visited Congress to advocate increased federal funding for NSHE programs, NSF-backed research, Nevada Space Grant, EPSCoR, and INBRE.

New downtown Reno bakery-sandwich shop The Morris launches website, signaling retail activation and small-business momentum in city center.

National Automobile Museum opened a rentable podcast studio in Reno with a ribbon-cutting and local community enthusiasm.

High-profile outdoor-adventure series spotlights Nevada's rural destinations, engaging travelers and boosting outdoor tourism momentum across the state.

Northern Nevada brunch and pitch event supporting female entrepreneurs with networking, mentorship, and a $10,000 award.

Tesla and The Discovery Museum launch a hands-on engineering program for girls in Reno, boosting local STEM pathways and mentorship.

UNR Latino Research Center publishes a 2025 annual newsletter highlighting community engagement, student support, research, and partnership milestones.

Nevada Women's Fund releases a full March Women's History Month events lineup across Northern and Southern Nevada celebrating leadership, networking, and entrepreneurship.

Nevada oversight committee meets with TRPA and Washoe Tribe to advance Tahoe priorities: wildfire readiness, forest health, evacuation planning, and EIP progress.

Fleet Data Centers eyes a $3.8B, 230MW Storey County data center—pre‑leased, likely NVIDIA—boosting jobs and regional infrastructure.

ABTC launches a company-wide internship to develop talent in battery technology and closed-loop supply chains nationwide.

UNR and Nevada Tech Hub launch a hands-on summer engineering academy in Reno to teach nanofabrication and robotics to students.

The Nature Conservancy’s Nevada climate and energy director testified to Congress on expanding geothermal power—highlighting Nevada's clean-energy potential and bipartisan policy opportunities.

Public-service leader models a digital detox, encouraging rest and balanced leadership—resonant guidance for Nevada's nonprofit and professional communities.

American Battery Technology Co. presented Tonopah Lithium Flats at SME Expo, highlighting Nevada lithium development, R&D leadership, and supplier partnerships.

Curiosity Lab attendees got early Atomic Museum access in Las Vegas, blending water-focused science with community partnerships and storytelling.

Annual Rural Roundup brings tourism leaders, tribal partners, and local DMOs to Elko for workshops, networking, and strategies to boost Nevada’s rural destinations.

Nevada educators present research on inclusive institutional statements at AERA 2026, spotlighting UNR and TMCC scholarship and higher-ed digital inclusion.

Free community screening of 'Interstellar' at Ely Central Theater blends film, science outreach, and local tourism partnerships.

Las Vegas forum advances a 2026 research agenda by centering community input to shape Nevada public-policy priorities and collaboration.

Candlelight vigil in Truckee honors avalanche victims, bringing community mourning, grief support, and municipal leadership together.

Nevada leaders, journalists, and professionals converge around energy and public service conversations, highlighting policy and community engagement.

Jon Ralston partners with UNR Special Collections to link research for his Harry Reid biography with the Reid Papers collection.

Nevada Humanities and UNLV’s Black Mountain Institute present KB Brookins livestream author talk on Twitch March 3, merging poetry, music, and conversation.

National Automobile Museum hosts Governor Joe Lombardo on March 3 in Reno; public speaker event inviting civic engagement and conversation.

Downtown Reno's Western Lights Festival returns with art cars, projection mapping and live performers, spotlighting local arts and community energy.

Local leaders and industry highlight geothermal innovation and policy at IndyTalks2026, signaling momentum for clean energy and resilience in Northern Nevada.

Community Foundation, Lithium Americas and Humboldt County Schools partner to support Orovada K–8, boosting rural education through philanthropy and industry.

Industry leaders say data center load can lower power costs and shape utility rate debates nationwide.

KUNR's Youth Media trains high school student reporters in audio journalism, producing stories this spring and building Nevada's next storytellers.

UNR Reynolds spotlights student reporting on KUNR’s 'All Weather Considered,' amplifying Northern Nevada voices through public radio.

Noble Studios’ ‘Rules to Lake By’ campaign earns HSMAI Platinum Adrian, spotlighting stewardship-focused tourism messaging for Lake Tahoe.

Burning Man Project shares Burners Without Borders' 2025 milestones, spotlighting volunteer disaster response and community resilience from Burner culture.

Reno photographer's '40 Over 40' portrait series spotlights Northern Nevada women and raises scholarships with Nevada Women's Fund.

Community partners packed 400 Comfort Cases for Nevada foster youth, showcasing cross-sector volunteerism and immediate support for children in transition.

Redwood Materials and Redwood Energy build energy-storage and power electronics for AI data centers — signaling Nevada's growing clean‑tech and data center role.

Community partners and volunteers assemble dignity-filled backpacks for youth in foster care, showcasing Nevada collaboration and civic care.

NASEO Energy Policy Outlook 2026 engagement connects Nevada perspectives with national energy policymakers at Library of Congress, sparking networking and policy exchange.

Rapid R&D expansion in San Francisco supports Redwood Energy growth, signaling accelerated energy storage deployment and stronger Nevada-based clean-tech momentum.

Washoe County School District delays school start by two hours for Feb. 19 due to hazardous winter weather and road conditions affecting bus routes.

Techstars Startup Weekend comes to Reno for International Women's Day, spotlighting women-led entrepreneurship and regional startup collaboration.

TMCC hosted SkillsUSA regional welding competition, showcasing high school welders, faculty mentors, and Fusionworks industry support ahead of April state finals.

Walker Basin Conservancy and Ormat partner on native-plant habitat restoration and public access improvements along Walker River in Smith Valley.

Three-day Reno light-art festival spotlights interactive installations, music, vendors, and student-built exhibits from local schools and trades programs.

University of Nevada, Reno and Renown recognized for a philanthropic nursing academic–practice partnership strengthening Nevada's nursing workforce and training pipeline.

Jacobs Berry Farm hosts a Feb. 28 open house, showcasing its Carson Valley wedding venue to couples, planners and local visitors.

Reno Connection Network and Nevada Women's Fund host a March 4 panel at Pioneer Center promoting female entrepreneurship and career networking.

Reno opens second-year Love Your Block mini-grants for Ward 1 residents to fund resident-led neighborhood improvement projects.

Upcoming CAB meeting spotlights TRPA, EIS, Tahoe Living and local public safety — a chance for resident input on regional planning.

University of Nevada, Reno and KUNR launch a podcast episode highlighting student journalism, multilingual reporting, and tackling Nevada’s news deserts.

Nevada Tech Hub marked National Battery Day, spotlighting battery tech facts, industry growth, and Nevada’s role in electrification.

Washoe County School District closed schools due to hazardous weather, snow, and poor road conditions, prioritizing student and staff safety.

OpenET expansion brings NASA and Desert Research Institute tools for detailed evapotranspiration monitoring—boosting water management across Nevada and the Western U.S.

Groundbreaking starts Desert Flow Bike Park at Southwest Ridge, a multi-partner project bringing BMX, pump track, and single-track trails.

EdgeCore shares aerial progress of RN01 high-density data center campus in Greater Reno—part of a planned 216 MW, three-building build-out.

Renown Health celebrates staff receiving an Academy of Care Award, spotlighting compassionate, patient-centered excellence and recognizing frontline teams in Northern Nevada.

UNR and Great Basin FCU launch community workshops to strengthen financial literacy for students and families in Reno.

Nevada Women's Fund hosts 'She Shapes Nevada' panel March 11 in Reno, spotlighting women's leadership in public service, sports, and creative placemaking.

Local culinary CTE students from AACT High School were featured by KTVN, showcasing career pathways and hands-on training with industry mentors.

Documentary screening spotlights women entrepreneurs and access to capital, sparking local dialogue and networking in Reno's startup and nonprofit communities.

Local school and health partners celebrate Power Within Awards recognizing site coordinators who boost graduation, combat chronic absenteeism, and support whole-child wellbeing.

DRI and Nevada Humanities stage a Las Vegas talk on monsoon-driven urban flooding and desert water dynamics with museum access for attendees.

Local leader shares Eddy House’s cold-weather resource to boost donations and outreach for unhoused youth across Northern Nevada.

Employees at Nevada-based Great Basin FCU donated time and goods to the Women and Children's Center, showcasing strong local bank-community partnerships.

Local leader with lived experience runs warming center and community fridge in Reno, mobilizing churches and mutual aid during winter emergency.

Weekly roundup spotlights Reno-region planning, downtown revitalization, data center debates, housing and wildfire preparedness—mobilizing local leaders and community input.

Washoe County's Library Board approved revised operating hours across branches, altering schedules countywide to better match community needs.

Beloved Reno balloon race leader Virginia 'Ginnie' Kersey dies, prompting local tributes and reflection on her lasting civic and parks legacy.

Washoe County School District spotlights Career and Technical Education in February, highlighting programs, partners, and student pathways to local careers.

State offices closed across five Nevada counties due to a winter storm; NDOT, DPS, and the governor urged caution and limited travel.

Washoe County School District canceled classes for all schools due to hazardous roads and weather, affecting families across Washoe County.

Gener8tor is hiring a Managing Director in Reno to lead startup programs, mentor founders, and boost Northern Nevada’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.

University of Nevada, Reno spotlights women researchers and students for International Day of Women and Girls in Science, promoting STEM equity and inspiration.

Adam Searcy spotlights WC-1, prompting local conversation on Washoe County schools bond, spending priorities, and voter attention.

DRI and Nevada Humanities host a public lecture linking water science, desert stories, and urban-flood resilience in Las Vegas.

Mark Amodei discusses immigration and federal enforcement on Nevada Newsmakers, spotlighting shifting messaging and local impacts for Nevada residents.

University of Nevada, Reno spotlights Black History Month events at the Multicultural Center with ASUN collaboration to celebrate culture and community.

New Washoe Sustainability Fund launches to award local grants for nature-based climate solutions, energy efficiency, circular economy, and community resilience.

DRI and The Nature Conservancy published a storymap and semi‑annual report showing groundwater declines threatening Nevada springs, wetlands, and riparian ecosystems.

Nevada battery-recycling leader Redwood Materials secures $425M Series E led by Google to scale recycling and energy storage for EVs and AI data centers.

Rising data center development heightens water and energy planning; research, reuse strategies, and policy tools shape Nevada’s sustainable tech growth.

Renown Health posted an urgent leadership hire for Director of Nursing, Women's Health, signaling investment in maternal care services in Reno.

UNR’s Fleischmann Planetarium receives a full-dome projection upgrade funded by the George W. Gillemot Foundation, enhancing STEM outreach in Reno.

Local tech leader Dean Neese joins The Discovery museum board, strengthening STEM leadership and community ties for Northern Nevada’s hands-on science education.

UNLV professor examines 'cognitive enclosure' and AI's influence on legal judgment, sparking debate on law's adaptation to AI.

TMCC's new digital impact report shows strong student outcomes and workforce retention, spotlighting Northern Nevada economic and community benefits.

Regional credit union posts AI & Automation Specialist role, signaling local finance sector investment in generative AI and modern workflows.

Travel Nevada opens FY2027 Rural Marketing Grants to help rural communities fund tourism marketing—applications due March 13.

Nevada battery maker ABTC named a 2025 'Top 5' by EV Design & Manufacturing, highlighting domestic EV supply and sustainability.

Reno faith leaders and community members held a candlelight vigil remembering people who died while unhoused, highlighting local homelessness impacts.

Nevada Mining Association spotlights women and girls in science, celebrating career paths in geology, engineering and environmental roles and promoting diversity in mining.

GigEx announces a 6MW data center at Tahoe Industrial Center, boosting transit and private-network connectivity to California and hyperscalers.

Registration opens for Sierra Nevada Journeys' free Girls in STEM Camp (June 5–7, 2026), offering hands-on outdoor science, leadership, and adventure.

A statewide science-meets-humanities talk series in Reno and Las Vegas showcasing DRI research and public conversations across several 2026 dates.

Northern Nevada nonprofits pitched projects at a Community Foundation showcase; attendees voted on a People's Choice award, boosting local philanthropy.

TMCC's Pennington Center open house showcased hands-on trades and advanced manufacturing programs, drawing strong community interest in Northern Nevada workforce pathways.

Nevada Women's Fund hosts March events—International Women's Day and a Block Party—bringing community partners together to celebrate and empower women.

Burning Man Project highlights the Temple’s role as a communal grief and art space, prompting heartfelt community reflections.

UNR names former state lawmaker Jill Tolles 2026 Alumnus of the Year, honoring leadership and community impact in Nevada.

TRPA opened a federal Environmental Impact Statement process for the 'Cultivating Community, Conserving the Basin' plan, seeking public comments by March 16.

TMCC’s CTE Open House highlighted hands-on career and technical programs, linking students to local workforce pathways and industry partners.

DRI hosts a public science talk in Las Vegas exploring water risks in the Mojave, urban flooding, and community resilience.

Reno warming center hosted a mid-season celebration to thank volunteers, recruit helpers, and boost support for local homelessness services.

Kenny Guinn Center seeks a Director of Development to boost fundraising and nonprofit policy capacity in Southern Nevada.

Reno Police met residents at North Valleys High to share crime statistics and strengthen local public-safety partnerships.

UNR posts a leadership marketing job—investing in brand, digital storytelling, and local communications capacity with community interest.

Travel Nevada highlights quirky, atmospheric stops—Little A’Le’Inn and the Mizpah—perfect for Valentine’s road trips and rural-tourism boosts.

Rapid data center expansion across Northern Nevada raises water, power, and rezoning concerns for rural communities and planners.

UNR Lake Tahoe weekend course (Feb 20–22) equips professionals to scale clean energy and recycling with industry and tech-hub partners.

Great Basin Federal Credit Union partners with Girls on the Run Sierras for a youth shoe drive running through Feb. 28 in Northern Nevada.

American Battery Technology Company appoints Alex Flores as CFO to drive financing, DOE loan efforts, and EV industry partnerships.

Burning Man organizers unveil the Temple of the Moon, a new 2026 playa temple by James Gwertzman and the Moonlight Collective.

Tahoe Fund met a $1 million matching challenge to restore Lake Tahoe marshes, boosting water clarity, habitat, and community conservation momentum.

Community walk for Women’s History Month connects organizations to promote girls' empowerment, health, and equity in Northern Nevada.

New fund launched to finance local climate resilience projects—energy efficiency, electrification, nature-based solutions, low-emissions transport.

A $2.7M grant will expand AI and computer science training for Nevada K–12 teachers, strengthening teacher pipelines and student opportunities statewide.

Community Foundation appoints Christina Sarman as VP of Donor Relations, strengthening donor-focused philanthropy and regional fundraising leadership in Northern Nevada.

UNR President Brian Sandoval joins Jon Ralston for a Feb. 25 book talk on Senator Harry Reid's legacy and Nevada leadership.

Nevada's booming data center buildout raises urgent questions about energy, water, and infrastructure planning across the state.

Ulysses Development Group breaks ground on a 130-unit downtown Reno apartment project, signaling housing investment and renewed urban momentum.

Weekly briefing previews Reno-area policy meetings, redevelopment plans, housing updates, data center talks, and Truckee River management decisions.

Library's Winter Explorer highlights seasonal programs, exhibitions, and community outreach across Washoe County libraries, inviting families and neighbors to engage.

Hands-on Girls in STEM sessions, sparking confidence through a Sierra Nevada Journeys and Click Bond partnership to engage future Nevada engineers.

Marian Goodell's op-ed in the Reno Gazette-Journal urges community responsibility and participation around Burning Man's Nevada roots and future.

PBS Reno and News Literate Community Initiative Washoe promote media literacy with documentary screenings and PBS Passport resources during National News Literacy Week.

Northern Nevada tech and economic leaders gathered for EDAWN's State of the Economy session hosted by Nevada Tech Hub, signaling regional collaboration and momentum.

Get Outdoors Nevada is hiring an Executive Director in Las Vegas to lead statewide outdoor access, stewardship, and community engagement.

Redwood is hiring manufacturing and hardware-test leaders to build U.S. in-house production, with roles possibly based in San Francisco or Reno.

UNR's Cybersecurity Center highlights online master's programs to build Nevada's InfoSec workforce and broaden remote tech career access.

Sierra Nevada Journeys conserved 1,025+ acres beside Portola Camp with Feather River Land Trust, boosting outdoor STEM and fire-ecology education.

Taylor Wilson headlines UNR Energy Forum Feb. 18, spotlighting fusion, fission, and Nevada’s energy innovation pathways.

Claire McConnell spotlights grid-scale energy storage and renewable development at Intersolar & Energy Storage North America—relevant to Nevada's clean-energy trajectory.

Washoe County spotlights North Valleys High’s hands-on cybersecurity CTE program during Career & Technical Education Month.

Desert Research Institute presents groundwater, recharge, and data-center water research at NWRA 2026 in Las Vegas.

Research brief links Nevada’s lithium boom to workforce, environmental, and equity effects on Latino communities statewide.

Travel Nevada spotlights Alex Honnold’s climbing documentary premiering February 2026, amplifying Nevada locations and local stories.

Nevada Women's Fund held a strategic planning retreat, rallying board, leaders and community partners to shape programs and priorities for 2026.

ABTC pushes U.S. battery metal recycling and refining to secure supply chains for EVs and storage, drawing policy attention in D.C.

Reno's top ten development storylines — housing, ADUs, public spaces, stadium projects, flood management, and election-driven policy shifts to watch.

Statewide policy forums in Reno (Feb 4) and Las Vegas (Feb 18) invite public input shaping Nevada’s 2026 policy priorities.

A spring 2026 series of community forums tackling data center siting, energy and water impacts across Truckee Meadows and Northern Nevada.

ABTC led mock interviews at UNR with Nevada Tech Hub, preparing students for jobs in Nevada’s growing battery and clean-energy sector.

Sierra Club Toiyabe Chapter opposes The Boring Company's proposed tunnel near TRI Center, citing safety, transparency and environmental concerns.

Reno’s The Children's Cabinet is hiring donor-relations staff, boosting fundraising capacity to support children and families across Northern Nevada.

NV Energy employees, community leaders, and Washoe County officials volunteered at Food Bank of Northern Nevada for MLK Jr. Day service.

Reynolds School highlights AI imagery's environmental footprint and representation in environmental justice storytelling, partnering with the Hitchcock Project and student journalists.

Reno's 6 a.m. community run, led by Matthew Balzer alongside local running shops and OS1st, boosts fitness and neighborhood connection.

TMCC launches DOE-backed Industrial Operations Skills Certificate—stackable credentials to train students for automation, battery production and local EV manufacturing jobs.

RennerVation Foundation’s RennerVation Bowl fundraiser set for Feb. 7 at Reno’s National Bowling Stadium supporting foster youth.

Executive MBA course returns emphasizing AI integration and data analytics, with industry guest speakers bridging academia and practice.

A concise roundup of ten Reno-area development topics — from data centers to downtown revitalization and homelessness — shaping 2026 planning debates.

University of Nevada, Reno recognized by Carnegie Foundation for community-engaged scholarship, highlighting strong civic partnerships and local research impact.

Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority released a Reno-Stead master plan prompting community meetings on aviation, UAS testing, firefighting, and infrastructure.

State commission appointment spotlights renewed push to recruit and retain Nevada public educators, linking policy, local districts, and community support.

Reno appointed Joanna Drakos as its 2026 city artist, pairing a yearlong residency with solo and group exhibitions at Metro Gallery.

Desert Research Institute launches Curiosity Lab season with public science talks across Reno and Las Vegas, exploring wildfire, memory, creativity, and resilience.

Reno shifts the Lear community meeting to historic McKinley Arts Center Jan.10; bilingual and virtual options aim to boost neighborhood participation.

Long-running Northern Nevada food drive rallied the Food Bank of Northern Nevada and local pantries to deliver meals and community support.

Statewide recap of NSHE's 2025 achievements across campuses—partnerships, research, workforce development, and community impact showcased.

A Nevada-area community leader issues a concise 2026 call for presence, rest and renewed purpose—aimed at leaders and neighbors.

The Discovery in Reno hosts Sean Kenney's interactive Brick Master Studio LEGO exhibit through May 8, 2026, boosting family STEAM engagement.

Redwood Materials recaps 2025 growth in battery recycling, critical minerals, microgrids and second-life batteries while previewing 2026 expansion.

Community churches and nonprofits recruit volunteers to staff a rotating warming center for people experiencing homelessness this winter season.

Burning Man Project seeks year-end donations to fund Black Rock City art grants, honoraria and community programs in Nevada.

Nevada's Desert Research Institute modeled pyrocumulonimbus storms for the first time, improving wildfire-climate predictions and regional emergency planning.

University of Nevada, Reno leaders and partners highlight mining, processing and workforce strategies to secure critical minerals and local supply chains.

Star defensive end Maxx Crosby placed on Reserve/Injured list with knee issue, shifting Raiders' roster strategy during crucial late-season stretch.

Nevada leaders reflect on 2025 cyber incidents and outline CORE.NV, a state SOC, and AI guardrails to boost digital government resilience.

New construction townhome near Virginia Lake reduced to $699K—modern, all‑electric design with EV charging appeals to Reno homebuyers.

Incline Elementary’s LEGO robotics team, backed by local educators and funders, advances to the Northern Nevada state championship this season.

Donovan Contracting installed festive snowflake displays in MidTown Reno, supported by businesses and civic partners to boost community spirit.

University of Nevada, Reno shares a Winter welcome, spotlighting Wolf Pack spirit and Wintermester for students on campus.