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Utah goes to Supreme Court to challenge BLM’s claim to ‘unappropriated’ public lands
Utah filed a complaint on Tuesday asking the U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in on who really owns public lands, challenging federal ownership of 18.5 million acres of "unappropriated" land in the state.
Hobson Fire in eastern Nevada reaches 100% containment
The Bureau of Land Management says that the Hobson Fire reached 100% containment on Friday. The fire consumed 1,080 acres and was determined to be lightning-ignited. Fire behavior is now minimal and firefighters are still on scene securing and mopping up the fire line. --- August 20, 2024. The Hobson...
Idaho Water Wars Mirror Those of California
The water war we’re seeing in Idaho is the tip of the iceberg. The battles are being waged all across the Western states, and it’s going to reach critical mass soon. I came across a video linked to the RealClearEnergy website. The young host explains the crisis brewing in Southern California and Nevada. He lays the blame at the feet of cattle and farmers. Because the dairy industry (he references cows) is water intensive, and his steamed water rights were grandfathered into constitutions.
Culinary Union and 'right to work' in Nevada
July 4 is a day for commemorating American independence in 1776. In 1949, in Nevada, there were some special fireworks for the occasion. Those fireworks had lasting effects. On that Fourth of July weekend, the Culinary Union struck in the Reno-Sparks area. The members had the usual reasons: The workers wanted all hotel service workers to be part of their contract, including maids, telephone and elevator operators, custodial staff, and bellhops. They also wanted higher pay. They called for a walkout on July 2 at noon—when the parade would start to open the annual three-day Reno rodeo. Mayor Francis Smith asked them to wait until July 6, when the rodeo was done. The union said no. The Employers Council announced that a strike against any of their member businesses would lead to all of them closing. The rodeo went on, and owners and executives worked in the trenches.
3 dogs rescued from Vegas highway available for adoption
The German Shepherds rescued off the 215 in Las Vegas on Monday are now available for adoption. The pups are located at The Animal Foundation at 655 N. Mojave Rd. in Las Vegas, or you can call (702) 384-3333 for more information. --- August 20, 2024. Nevada State Police, with...
Investigation Underway Following Church Fire in Nevada
Fire officials are investigating after a large fire damaged a church in Nevada. Crews were called to the scene early Saturday morning, around 3:00am, at the First Christian Church near Washington and Austin in Nevada. When firefighters arrived, they found the building engulfed in flames, and battled the blaze for...
How Nevada aims to increase vocational education
In 2023, manufacturing job postings grew by 46 percent throughout the U.S., making it no surprise that organizations across Nevada are working to develop programs that address demands for blue-collar jobs. “By developing a skilled and diverse workforce, we are not only supporting our local economy but also attracting new...
Truckee River water quality could be impacted due to Gold Ranch Fire, experts say
RENO, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — The Gold Ranch Fire, which burned more than 600 acres along Interstate 80 near the Nevada-California state line, might have an impact on one of the main water sources in the Truckee Meadows. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) tells News...
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