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Social Security adjusting for higher cost of living in 2027
Plus: Jannelle tries 24 hours in Elko Share with a friend Happy Friday, Nevadans! We’re a month out from the midterm election early voting period (Oct. 17-30)! I feel like I spent all summer waiting for election season to kick off, and here we are—political ad after political ad on my TV. What are some…
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🍏 Apple picking, pumpkin carving? 11 Nevada fall festivals
Plus: Nevada tribes speak out against data centers Share with a friend Hello, Nevadans! A majority of Nevada students are not meeting grade-level expectations, according to the state Department of Education’s most recent report on student achievement and school performance. For students between third and eighth grade, 45.2% were proficient in English Language Arts (down…
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🐱 Nevada’s must-see cat cafés
Plus: More than 800 burros reside in Beatty Share with a friend Good morning, Nevadans! More wild donkeys in the Your Nevada section? Yes, please. I always learn something new when I’m putting together that section. I hope you do too. If you’re tired of the burros, then send in your photo of what “Home Means Nevada” means to…
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🧑🚒 First responders climb The Strat for 9/11
Plus: Reno gas prices top $5 a gallon, diesel at record high Share with a friend Happy Friday, Nevadans! Today marks 25 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks. To honor those who lost their lives, more than 300 Las Vegas firefighters, police officers, emergency medical personnel, and members of the military will climb 1,455 steps…
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🗳️ Could Nevada decide who controls Congress?
Plus: Elk in Elko mysteriously dying Share with a friend Hello, Nevadans! Hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend! Do we have any readers who attended Burning Man? I’ve never been, but I love seeing the photos that come out from the event (send in yours to be featured in the newsletter). Burning Man…
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🤩 Library card holders can win big prizes!
Plus: $75M approved for Allegiant Stadium upgrades Share with a friend Happy Friday, Nevadans! September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month and the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is holding a giveaway to celebrate. Library card holders can enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to a Vegas Golden Knights home game,…
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🤔 What will El Niño bring to Tahoe?
Plus: Las Vegas jury convicts in killing of Tupac Share with a friend Hello, Nevadans! September is here! And despite it still being over 90 degrees in Vegas, it’s fall for me. I don’t care that the autumnal equinox is on Sept. 22. I’m ready for all the spooky things, community events, and cozy vibes. …
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🐟 Where have Walker Lake’s fish gone?
Plus: Half of Nevada’s counties are maternal care deserts Share with a friend Good morning, Nevadans! I hope you’ve noticed I’ve included a virtual event in our list of things to do the last couple weeks. They’re still few and far between, but I will make sure to add one to our list whenever I…
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⛽️ 30% higher gas prices hit Burning Man
Plus: Meta settlement could bring millions to NV Share with a friend Happy Friday, Nevadans! Despite the Las Vegas foodie scene being so consistent, the Michelin Guide finally returned to the city and awarded stars after 17 years. On Wednesday, Michelin recognized 24 restaurants, ranging from fine dining on The Strip to local staples. Because…
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🧑🎓 Free resources for Nevada’s college students
Plus: Feds admit noncitizens on voter rolls were inflated Share with a friend Hello, Nevadans! One of my favorite perks while attending UNLV was being able to use the Student Wellness Center, where I received vaccines and care for either free or at a low cost. Once, I twisted my ankle while rushing down the…
