New Washoe City
New Washoe City, NV · Education
The Sacramento Bee
UC Davis may develop new Lake Tahoe science and community hub. Here's where
UC Davis conducts year-round research at Lake Tahoe through its environmental center based in Nevada’s Incline Village. Now, the university’s Tahoe Environmental Research Center may get another home in Placer County’s Tahoe City. At a meeting Tuesday, the Placer County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a memorandum of agreement with the university to explore transforming three underutilized county-owned buildings in Tahoe City’s town center into a regional science, education and community hub. The county government and UC Davis will work together to evaluate if the project at the former Tahoe City fire station and surrounding properties is viable. In addition to advancing research, the county hopes the partnership will enhance public space, boost economic development and make science more accessible. “We all know that any time there is a university presence in a town or city, it’s great and there are always reverberating effects throughout the community and beyond,” Supervisor Shanti Landon said Tuesday. “This is a really great potential partnership, and I’m really excited about it. I’m looking forward to more as the community outreach happens.” The university and county will now conduct studies, gather community input and examine the long-term viability of the project before committing to renovation,
2news.com
Lake Tahoe Unified School District investigating report of threat by students
Lake Tahoe Unified School District says it is investigating a report of a threat by students. "We want to inform you that LTUSD is engaged in an investigation of a report of a threat by students. We are taking this matter seriously and are working closely with local law enforcement to investigate and ensure the safety of our students and staff.
nevadasportsnet.com
From De La Salle to Nevada, Dominic Kelley and DJ Asiasi enjoying college journey together
De La Salle High School in Concord, Calif., is on the short list of best high school football programs of all-time. And this year's version of the Nevada Wolf Pack includes a pair of De La Salle Spartans. Running back Dominic Kelley and tight end DJ Asiasi were both 2025 graduates who played together as sophomore, juniors and seniors at De La Salle after Kelley transferred to the program. During their senior season, De La Salle went 12-1 overall, losing in the state title game to nationally No. 1-ranked Mater Dei, from Santa Ana, Calif. That season, Kelley rushed for 798 yards, 9.6 yards per carry and a team-best 16 touchdowns while Asiasi served as a blocking tight end who caught four passes for 65 yards.
kunr.org
Lake Tahoe couple helps underserved, first-generation students navigate college
For students who are the first in their families to attend college, the path to higher education can come with challenges beyond academics. A Lake Tahoe nonprofit is working to make that journey a little easier. Huma and Naseer Rana launched Boosting Hope in 2020, initially serving Incline Village before...
KOLO TV Reno
WNC marks start of $4.4 million nursing expansion in Minden
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) Western Nevada College held a ribbon cutting and ceremonial demolition Tuesday to mark the start of a $4.4 million expansion of its Nursing Program at the Douglas Campus. The event took place at 1 p.m. at the campus, located at 1680 Bently Parkway South in Minden. The...
thefallonpost.org
Oasis Academy cross country competes at Wells and Incline
The Oasis Academy cross country team spanned nearly the entire length of Nevada in the past week, competing at the Wells Invitational on Oct. 9, and at the Incline Highlander 5K on Oct. 12. At Wells, the Bighorns were led by Leonidas Arcoraci, who finished 24th in 20:23.5. Keagan Craig...
Record-Courier
Cruz is providing the power
With Douglas High football’s focus on its power running game, offensive linemen can be tough to track. When running backs are streaking free down the field, one could be forgiven for forgetting exactly how all that space was cleared. But there’s no missing Oscar Conchas Cruz. The Tiger...
nevadasagebrush.com
Turning Point USA Event Prompts Student Protests
On Monday, Oct. 5, Turning Point USA (TPUSA) hosted an event for their Love It or Leave It Tour in the Joe Crowley Student Union (JCSU) at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). Red and blue lights flashed in the JCSU ballroom as the crowd cheered in excitement, waiting for...
thefallonpost.org
Class of 2027: Exploring Career Pathways
It has been a busy and exciting two weeks for our Class of 2027. Seniors are taking important steps toward discovering what comes next after high school. Thirty-nine seniors traveled to Truckee Meadows Community College to tour the campus and explore a variety of career and trade school opportunities. Students had the opportunity to learn about hands-on programs, technical careers, certificates, and pathways that can lead directly to employment or continued education.
thefallonpost.org
Fallon smothers Dayton with three phases of dominance
FALLON — As if the way they’ve rolled through the Northern 3A so far this season hasn’t been enough to strike fear into opponents, Greenwave coach Calvin Connors dropped a chilling reminder to the rest of the league after last Friday’s 48-8 win in Dayton: his dominant squad is still getting better.
mynews4.com
More than 600 gather at UNR for event featuring conservative activist Riley Gaines
More than 600 students and community members gathered at the University of Nevada, Reno on Monday night for an event featuring conservative activist and former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines. The crowd packed the Joe Crowley Student Union for an evening of political discussion that drew supporters from across Northern Nevada....
thefallonpost.org
Mustangs split homecoming-week matches with Oasis Academy, North Tahoe
The Pershing County High School volleyball team split a pair of Northern 2A matches during homecoming week, sweeping Fallon’s Oasis Academy before falling to North Tahoe in three sets. The Mustangs hosted Bighorns on Sept. 30, for their official homecoming match and came away with a 25-16, 25-14, 25-15...