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University of Nevada Reno interim chief Marc Johnson, who took over after the sudden death of administrative leader Milt Click, was selected by the state's Board of Regents as the 16th president of UNR.
“It is a high honor to have been given this opportunity,” said Johnson, who has served as UNR's interim president since April. “I am very gratified by the community and campus support of my candidacy.”

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“The University of Nevada, Reno is a quality university with a statewide obligation and presence, and we will continue to communicate with our constituents statewide to better convey what the University represents and how it contributes to Nevada’s future,” Johnson added. “We will continue to grow the University’s national reputation and remain committed to being a University with hands-on learning opportunities that prepares students with the knowledge and skills to be contributing, successful citizens.”

In an effort to impact the health of our community the Barton Foundation recently opened their grant opportunities for programs and organizations benefitting the South Lake Tahoe area. Barton Health Grants provide funding for programs targeted at underserved populations and/or providing great impact to the health status of the community. The total grant amount available for 2012 is set at $25,000 and is generally dispersed between five and 10 local organizations.

NORTHSTAR, Calif. - The Heavenly Foundation Alpine Race Team competed in the J4/5 Championships April 5-8, and several Heavenly Mountain Resort athletes scored top-15 finishes, along with podium...

MINDEN, Nev. - Douglas was the healthiest county in Nevada, according to a report issued today by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.Doug...

Join the Sugar Pine Foundation for a fundraiser event at the Eagles Nest Lounge at the top of Kingsbury Grade on April 19th from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. This family fun event will feature a chili cook off, music, a raffle, and activities for the kids. Proceeds to benefit the Sugar Pine Foundation’s mission to save the sugar pine and other white pines from Eurasian white pine blister rust. For more information visit www.sugarpinefoundation.org or call 650-814-9565.

UPDATE, APRIL 6: With the California sun shining down on one of North America’s deepest snowpacks, Heavenly Mountain Resort is gearing up for its 16th annual Spring Loaded festival. The two-week event that began March 30 continues this weekend as a non-stop party full of concerts, competitions and some of the best spring ski and snowboard conditions at Lake Tahoe. This weekend's events include the Gunbarrel 25 hosted by Glen Plake.

Where else have you seen the likes of Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley, Aaron Rodgers, Tony Romo and Ray Romano in the same place? No where but the American Century Championship on the shores of Lake Tahoe.

The study of climate change through Earth history has produced a wealth of information on the operation of the ocean-atmosphere system during climate transitions as well as the feedbacks that impact the magnitude and rate of climate change on the planet. A public lecture on Thursday at the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences will address some of what has been found.

ALPINE MEADOWS, Calif. - Heavenly athletes traveled to Alpine Meadows on Feb. 25 and 26, taking part in the first technical Kombi race ever, as part of the Far West race series. Considered an "open...

Mountain Area Preservation Foundation announced Monday that Alexis Ollar has joined the organization as the new executive director.Ollar has nine years of experience with environmental non-profits,...

The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation is proud to announce that two of our Foundation athletes have received invitations to attend the Junior Worlds to be held in Valmalenco, Italy March 20-24, 2012.

SQUAW VALLEY, Calif. - Heavenly Foundation Team athletes traveled to Squaw Valley over the weekend, where they raced both Giant Slalom and Parallel Slalom, as part of the Far West race series. Desp...

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Jen Drennan was pregnant with her second child. Being a CALSTAR nurse, the wife of a South Tahoe firefighter took all the steps to make sure her baby was healthy while...

This winter, the Tahoe Resource Conservation District launched a Facebook contest in support of its “Tahoe’s Most un-Wanted” campaign in order to collaborate with the community for its series of educational posters. The wild-west themed posters are intended to help locals and visitors to identify some of the most pressing threats to the Tahoe Basin, as well as what people can do to help mitigate environmental challenges.

Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) is entering a new chapter in water resources education! This training event is taking place on North Shore and South Shore and registration closes February 3.
Includes a FREE Project WET Guide 2.0 for California Educators funded by USGS California Water Science Center. Cost is $25 for participants that do not offer programs in California. Optional Lunch $6 - 10, please bring cash.

Registration begins Feb. 1 for the Lake Tahoe Digital Photo Institute, cosponsored by The Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation and South Tahoe High School. The institute begins at 4 p.m., Friday, June...

Each year Sierra-at-Tahoe teams up with the Barton Foundation as a way to give back to the South Lake Tahoe Community. Ski or ride all day for just $35 from Feb. 13-16.

Budget cuts and temporary taxes were on tap this morning in California Gov. Jerry Brown's State of the State address. Below is a transcript of his speech. Go here for an audio version and post-speech analysis moderated by Marianne Russ with Jean Ross, Executive Director of the California Budget Project, former Republican Assemblyman Roger Niello, media/political analyst Barbara O'Connor.

CARSON CITY — Nevada is joining with many other states in seeking a waiver from the requirements of the federal No Child Left Behind Act, a state panel was told Wednesday.

The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will kick-off the 12th Annual Kinder Kup Race Series at Heavenly Mountain Resort on Sunday, January 22, from 8am to 2pm. Open to all skiers and snowboarders age six and under, the Kinder Kup series is designed to introduce young athletes to competition in a friendly environment. No previous race experience necessary and all abilities are welcome. Entry is $20 and includes a World Cup only competitor lift ticket if needed.

CARSON CITY – More than 2,300 Nevada nonprofit groups have had their tax exempt status revoked by the Internal Revenue Service. The revocations run the gamut, from the Edgewood Tahoe Mens Club to the Lovelock Alfalfa Seed Growers. Most of the revocations occurred in 2010 but were just posted by the agency last year.

Discover what makes Lake Tahoe so unique at the UC Davis Thomas J. Long Foundation Science Education Center. Investigate local science and explore how research is being used to restore and protect Lak...