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Crystal Bay’s Gambler’s Run festival set for 2nd year

The 21-and-over event features 17 bands with exclusive performances with headliners Pigeons Playing Ping Pong with Karl Denson and Jackie Greene with Eric Lindell, and The Wood Brothers.

Fiore pleads not guilty to federal fraud charges

Michele Fiore said she wants a speedy trial and looked forward to “addressing these horrible allegations head-on.”

Nevada Mining head: 'Lithium Loop' set for major expansion

"LIthium is certainly the talk of the state right now," said Amanda Hilton, president of the Nevada Mining Association.

Michele Fiore indicted on federal fraud charges

Fiore is accused of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud, crimes that each carry a possible penalty of 20 years in prison.

Forest Service activates C-130s for wildfires

The Forest Service said one C-130 will come from the Nevada Air National Guard’s 152nd Airlift Wing at Reno.

Nevada’s adjutant general announces retirement

Berry has served in the military for 38 years

Maj. Gen. Ondra Berry announced Wednesday he is retiring as Nevada’s 30th adjutant general effective Oct. 31. Berry, who has served 38 years in the military and the last five years as the state’s adjutant general, said he will work with Gov. Joe Lombardo to ensure a smooth transition. It is expected Lombardo will appoint a new adjutant general to replace the longtime Nevada Air National Guard leader.

High Sierra Music Festival’s future uncertain; co-producer shares thoughts

He said it was the lightest crowd that they’ve seen pretty much ever in Quincy and heat was a big factor.

RECAP: It was a hot one at High Sierra Music Festival

The festival was the hottest High Sierra on record in Quincy with an average of 100.3 degrees over the four days, according to the National Weather Service.

UNR programs address outdoor industry employment

The University of Nevada, Reno is offering a specialization in Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Management and a minor in Outdoor Adventure and Leadership.

Counties receive more than $32 million in PILT money

Payments in Lieu of Taxes totaling more than $32 million have been made to Nevada’s 16 counties and Carson City, reports the Silver State’s senatorial delegation.

School districts put SB80 concussion changes into action

Nevada school districts have begun adopting policy changes regarding the management of student head injuries and concussions based on Senate Bill 80 signed into law last year.

Renewable energy projects on books in Northern Nevada

Recently announced projects are slated to add more than 1,100 megawatts of solar energy and storage to the state’s power grid.

Largest operating steam locomotive making stops in Nevada

Union Pacific's legendary Big Boy No. 4014, built to conquer mountains, is making 19 whistle-stops in five states.

Abortion rights amendment qualifies for Nevada ballot

County officials from across the Nevada approved the required number of signatures from Nevadans for Reproductive Freedom.

Winners and losers: Minimum wage increases July 1

The minimum wage in Nevada will be $12 an hour, a modest bump from the current minimum wage.