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Pioneer ice cream at Nevada Outdoor School

Pioneer ice cream at Nevada Outdoor School

  • California Trail Interpretive Center

Nevada Outdoor School partners with the California Trail Interpretive Center to offer outdoor education programs, with seasonal hours and free admission for visitors.

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Idaho Fish and Game relocates yearling moose from Burley

Idaho Fish and Game relocates yearling moose from Burley

  • Magic Valley Regional Office - Idaho Fish and Game

Wildlife staff safely tranquilized and relocated a yearling bull moose from a business area in Burley, urging residents to give moose space and leash dogs.

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Nevada tops 100,000 new jobs under Gov. Lombardo

Nevada tops 100,000 new jobs under Gov. Lombardo

  • Nevada Governor's Office

Gov. Joe Lombardo announces Nevada has added 100,800 nonfarm jobs since December 2022, reaching 1,614,100 total jobs and record statewide employment levels.

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Michele Levie honored as DAISY Award winner

Michele Levie honored as DAISY Award winner

  • Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital

NNRH infusion nurse Michele Levie, CRNI, was honored with the DAISY Award after patients praised her compassionate care, clear communication and positive attitude.

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Y intersection closure on US-95 in Payette starts July 20

Y intersection closure on US-95 in Payette starts July 20

  • Idaho Transportation Department

The Idaho Transportation Department will close the US-95 Y intersection in Payette for one week starting July 20, detouring traffic and continuing highway resurfacing work.

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Public invited to learn about SH-46 reconstruction in Gooding

Public invited to learn about SH-46 reconstruction in Gooding

  • Idaho Transportation Department

Idaho Transportation Department and the city of Gooding will host a July 13 public meeting on SH-46 reconstruction impacts, schedule, and traffic effects.

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Governor Lombardo announces $3 million for rural Nevada

Governor Lombardo announces $3 million for rural Nevada

  • Nevada Governor's Office

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo awarded $3,099,545 in CDBG funds to seven rural projects supporting water, wastewater, community facilities and fairgrounds planning.

Governor Lombardo urges Congress to advance Nevada lands bills

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Gov. Joe Lombardo urges Congress to pass bipartisan Nevada lands bills to expand housing supply by improving federal land access while protecting natural resources.

Tax bills mailed and new online payment system launched

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Elko County Treasurer partners with InvoiceCloud to offer secure 24/7 online and phone property tax payments with multiple payment options and reminders.

Department backs review of Nevada Private Investigators Licensing Board

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Nevada's Business and Industry Department supports an independent review of the Private Investigators Licensing Board to improve oversight, clarity and accountability.

Lane reductions on I-580 south of Reno for Galena Creek Bridge inspections

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I-580 south of Reno will see single-lane closures and 55 mph speeds July 13-16 for routine Galena Creek Bridge inspections; motorists should expect delays.

Rural road safety week and tips for safe driving

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Nevada DOT shares tips for safe rural driving during National Rural Road Safety Awareness Week, including trip planning, speed, seat belts, and wildlife awareness.

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Y intersection closure on US-95 in Payette starts July 20

Y intersection closure on US-95 in Payette starts July 20

    The Idaho Transportation Department will close the US-95 Y intersection in Payette for one week starting July 20, detouring traffic and continuing highway resurfacing work.

    NDOT to launch phase two of U.S. 395 North Valleys improvements

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    NDOT will begin phase two of U.S. 395 North Valleys widening July 13, adding lanes and safety upgrades between Golden Valley Road and Stead Boulevard through 2028.

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    Public invited to learn about SH-46 reconstruction in Gooding

    Public invited to learn about SH-46 reconstruction in Gooding

    • Idaho Transportation Department

    Idaho Transportation Department and the city of Gooding will host a July 13 public meeting on SH-46 reconstruction impacts, schedule, and traffic effects.

    Saturday, July 11 clinic hours available

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    • Nevada Health Centers

    Saturday, July 11 clinic hours are available at select locations, offering extended access for patients who cannot visit during regular weekday hours.

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    Governor Lombardo announces $3 million for rural Nevada

    Governor Lombardo announces $3 million for rural Nevada

    • Nevada Governor's Office

    Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo awarded $3,099,545 in CDBG funds to seven rural projects supporting water, wastewater, community facilities and fairgrounds planning.

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    US-93 night construction near Hollister begins July 12

    US-93 night construction near Hollister begins July 12

    • Idaho Transportation Department

    Idaho Transportation Department crews will shift to night work July 12 on US-93 north of Hollister, narrowing traffic to one lane through fall construction.

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    Bear Lake STEM ambassadors tackle invasive milfoil

    Bear Lake STEM ambassadors tackle invasive milfoil

    • University of Idaho Extension

    Bear Lake Middle School STEM Ambassadors study invasive Eurasian watermilfoil, test control ideas and raise public awareness through a hands-on Extension program.

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    SH-55 and Montana Avenue intersection in Caldwell closing

    SH-55 and Montana Avenue intersection in Caldwell closing

    • Idaho Transportation Department

    The Idaho Transportation Department will close SH-55 at Montana Avenue July 10–13 for water line work, with detours via I-84, SH-19 and US-95 in Caldwell.

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    Alberto Gonzalez assumes new role as Idaho transportation director

    Alberto Gonzalez assumes new role as Idaho transportation director

    • Idaho Transportation Department

    Alberto Gonzalez has begun his tenure as Idaho Transportation Department director, bringing decades of state government leadership and replacing retiring director Scott Stokes.

    Weekend closures planned on southbound Pyramid Way in Sparks

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    • Nevada Department of Transportation

    Southbound Pyramid Way in Sparks will close over two July weekends for repaving, with detours via McCarran Boulevard and ongoing overnight lane reductions.

    State Route 278 to close July 10 for railroad repairs

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    • Nevada Department of Transportation

    State Route 278 will close to through traffic July 10 from Carlin to near Eureka for railroad crossing maintenance between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m., weather and schedule permitting.

    Gov. Little announces new Idaho leadership appointments

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    • Idaho Governor's Office

    Gov. Brad Little names Alberto Gonzalez ITD director, appoints John Bernasconi Tax Commission chairman, and updates key Idaho board and commission posts.

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    ITD seeks comments on planned Idaho road and bridge projects

    ITD seeks comments on planned Idaho road and bridge projects

    • Idaho Transportation Department

    Idaho Transportation Department invites public comments through July 31 on updated road, bridge and safety projects in the Idaho Transportation Investment Program.

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    Public invited to final Rathdrum Prairie transportation study open house

    Public invited to final Rathdrum Prairie transportation study open house

    • Idaho Transportation Department

    Idaho Transportation Department will host the final open house and online comment period for the Rathdrum Prairie Area Transportation Study on July 8, 2026.

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