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Nevada County is calling for volunteers to help honor military members and veterans at its largest annual Armed Forces Day celebration on May 16. The free event features airplane rides, live music, and activities that bring the entire community together.
Clark County, Nevada just shattered the world record for the largest blanket fort, creating a massive 14,103-square-foot hideaway that brought together an entire community for foster children. What started as a wild engineering challenge ended with 150 kids experiencing the most magical Parent's Night Out imaginable.
Churchill County High School seniors just scored over $3.7 million in scholarships, shattering every record the Nevada school has ever set. The Class of 2026 proved that small-town students can dream big and win even bigger.
A new online tool helps Nevada's water managers understand exactly how much groundwater desert plants need to survive. The Nevada GDE Water Needs Explorer could protect critical wetlands and meadows across one of America's driest states.
A two-time world champion rower who competed in the Sydney Olympics just became Nevada's top education official for student learning. Torrey Palmer's appointment signals a bold new chapter for the state's academic standards.
When a small plane struck a Nevada mountain at 10,200 feet during a snowstorm, an automatic iPhone crash alert sparked a rescue mission that brought nine agencies together to save a life. Despite heavy clouds, fresh snow, and rugged terrain, rescuers never gave up.
Churchill County High School seniors received more than $3 million in scholarships from local donors, while younger students across the district engaged in hands-on learning from butterfly releases to journalism projects. The awards ceremony and creative classroom activities showcase a community deeply invested in student success. #
A young gray wolf has crossed from California into Nevada, marking a rare wildlife milestone for a species that nearly disappeared from the American West. The lone traveler is part of California's growing wolf recovery success story.
All 88 counties across Ohio reported lower unemployment in April, with some of the hardest-hit areas seeing the biggest turnarounds. Even counties still above the state average are moving in the right direction.
Sex workers at one of Nevada's oldest brothels are organizing the nation's first union for licensed prostitutes, demanding workplace protections and control over their own image. The effort represents a breakthrough moment for workers' rights in a stigmatized industry.
Milwaukee County has slashed its greenhouse gas emissions by nearly half in less than 20 years, putting it ahead of schedule to meet ambitious climate goals. While federal climate efforts falter, this Midwest county proves local action can deliver real results.
Fairfax County is installing its first public electric vehicle charging stations at its government headquarters, making it easier for workers and visitors to go electric. The move supports the county's ambitious goal to reach carbon neutrality by 2040.
Dallas County students are crushing their state exams, with biology scores jumping 12 points and math gains outpacing the rest of Texas. Fourteen of the county's 15 largest school districts improved student achievement this year.
Dane County, Wisconsin is expanding access to electric vehicles with 22 new charging stations designed to reach renters and rural residents. The "Charge Up Dane County" initiative prioritizes neighborhoods where home charging isn't an option.
Twenty-three students walked across the stage this May at Georgia's Monroe County Achievement Center, a specialized school helping teens catch up on credits and succeed despite past challenges. The graduation marks another win for a program that's keeping the county's graduation rate strong. ##
Seven high school students in Monroe County just got life-changing news: they've earned Presidential Scholarships to Monroe County Community College. These awards cover their tuition completely, removing financial barriers to higher education. #
Flagler County's job market is bouncing back after a rough January, with 500 new workers joining the labor force and unemployment dropping to 5.8 percent in February. The growing workforce signals families are still choosing to make Flagler County their home.
A Nova Scotia community just wrapped its 45th annual bowling fundraiser, bringing in over $65,000 to support young people through mentorship programs. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Pictou County says the funds will directly help children facing daily challenges across two counties.
Pennsylvania's Chester County is bringing 100 new electric vehicle charging stations to workplaces and businesses through a federal grant program. With EV registrations doubling to 9,000 in just two years, the county is preparing for a greener future.
A Pennsylvania county just made fighting addiction easier by creating a new coordinator position that keeps families together while saving taxpayers money. The role is funded mostly by opioid settlement money, not county budgets.
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