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Nevada

(listed in date order)

January | February

Event: Press Release
Date: 12/29/2007
Location: Carson City, NV
Web site: Nevada Appeal: http://www.nevadaappeal.com/article/20071229/HOMEGARDEN/838917525 exiting EPA
Description: Press Release written in the Nevada Appeal with radon education and information on obtaining radon test kits.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: UNLV TV Airs Radon Interview
Date: 01/01/2008
Time: 11:30 pm
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Web site: For local listings: http://www.unlv.edu/programs/unlvtv/schedule.htm exiting EPA
Description: Watch "Extension Connection" on UNLV TV any Tuesday night at 11:30 pm during the month of January for a special interview on radon. Find out important information on radon as well as where to obtain a free radon test kit.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon Radio PSAs on KKOH Radio
Date: 01/01/2008
Location: Reno Area, NV
Description: Radon PSAs provided by EPA and localized for our community will broadcast throughout National Radon Action Month.
Contact: Claudene Wharton, UNCE Indoor Radon Education Program
Email: whartonc@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon Kits to Be Mailed Out
Date: 01/01/2008
Location: Reno, NV
Description: Free short-term radon test kits are available by mail, for a charge of $2.50 to cover the postage. If you would like a kit mailed to you, please call us with your address and we will get one out to you immediately!
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Press Release - Record-Courier
Date: 01/02/2008
Location: Douglas County, NV
Web site: Article at: http://www.recordcourier.com/article/20080102/COMMUNITY/585170834 exiting EPA
Description: Press release published in "Record-Courier" on radon. Radon education and information on getting a free radon test kit included.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/03/2008
Location: Carson City, NV
Description: The "Sierra Sage" news magazine printed a radon article in its January issue. The article, entitled "Radon: Is it in your Home," included important information on radon and radon testing.
Contact: JoAnne Skelly, UNCE
Phone: 775-887-2252
Email: skellyj@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon Bonanza!
Date: 01/08/2008
Location: NV
Description: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension in Reno, Carson City and Gardnerville gave over 300 free radon test kits out in 1 day! If you haven't got one yet, call us today for your free radon test kit!
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: UNLV TV Airs Radon Interview
Date: 01/08/2008
Time: 11:30 pm
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Web site: For local listings: http://www.unlv.edu/programs/unlvtv/schedule.htm exiting EPA
Description: Watch "Extension Connection" on UNLV TV any Tuesday night at 11:30 p.m. during the month of January for a special interview on radon. Find out important information on radon as well as where to obtain a free radon test kit.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/08/2008
Location: Douglas County, NV
Web site: View article at: http://www.tahoedailytribune.com/article/20080108/NEWS01/722759231 exiting EPA
Description: The Tahoe Daily Tribune prints "Radon mitigation update meeting today at Kingsbury Middle School."
Contact:

Event: Free Radon Education Class
Date: 01/09/08
Time: 6-7 pm
Location: Northwest Reno Library, Reno, NV
Description: Let the Air Quality Division of the District Health Department tell you what radon is, what the health effects are and how to take care of it if you DO have a problem. PLUS RECEIVE A FREE RADON TEST KIT!
Contact: Charlene Albee, Washoe County District Health Department
Phone: (775) 784-7200
Email: calbee@mail.co.washoe.nv.us

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/10/2008
Location: Reno, NV
Web site: Article at: http://localsearch.rgj.com/sp?maxDistance=10&address=89502&aff=100&keywor exiting EPA
Description: The Reno Gazette Journal prints "Radon: Is it in Your Home?"
Contact:

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/12/2008
Location: Douglas County, NV
Web site: View article at: http://www.tahoedailytribune.com/article/20080112/NEWS/969836541 exiting EPA
Description: The Tahoe Daily Tribune prints "Invisible, odorless gas causing stink at school."
Contact:

Event: Clark County TV 4 Airs Radon Interview
Date: 01/14/2008
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Clark County, NV
Web site: For local listings: http://www.accessclarkcounty.com/Public_communications/channel4.htm exiting EPA
Description: Watch "Extension Connection" on Clark County TV 4 Monday night, for a special interview on radon. Find out important information on radon as well as where to obtain a free radon test kit.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: UNLV TV Airs Radon Interview
Date: 01/15/2008
Time: 11:30 pm
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Web site: For local listings: http://www.unlv.edu/programs/unlvtv/schedule.htm exiting EPA
Description: Watch "Extension Connection" on UNLV TV any Tuesday night at 11:30 p.m. during the month of January for a special interview on radon. Find out important information on radon as well as where to obtain a free radon test kit.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Free Radon Education Class
Date: 01/16/08
Time: 12-1 pm
Location: Downtown Reno Library, Reno, NV
Description: Let the Air Quality Division of the District Health Department tell you what radon is, what the health effects are and how to take care of it if you DO have a problem. PLUS RECEIVE A FREE RADON TEST KIT!
Contact: Charlene Albee, Washoe County District Health Department
Phone: (775) 784-7200
Email: calbee@mail.co.washoe.nv.us

Event: Press Release - The Ely Times
Date: 01/16/2008
Location: Ely, NV
Web site: Article at: http://www.elynews.com/articles/2008/01/16/lifestyle/life09.txt exiting EPA
Description: Press release published in "The Ely Times" on radon. Radon education and information on getting a free radon test kit included.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Press Release - The Ely Times
Date: 01/17/2008
Location: Ely NV
Web site: Article at: http://www.elynews.com/articles/2008/01/17/lifestyle/life09.txt exiting EPA
Description: Press release published in "The Ely Times" on radon. Radon education and information on getting a free radon test kit included.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/17/2008
Location: Douglas County, NV
Web site: View article at: http://www.tahoedailytribune.com/article/20080117/NEWS/160732309 exiting EPA
Description: The Tahoe Daily Tribune prints "News briefs: Burn area reopens; radon in buildings."
Contact:

Event: Grand Sierra Resort: Radon Education Event
Date: 01/18/2008
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Reno, Nevada
Description: The Grand Sierra Resort will sponsor a booth providing radon education to all of its employees. Someone will be on hand to answer questions and distribute free radon test kits!
Contact: Megan Long, University Of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/18/2008
Location: North Lake Tahoe, NV
Web site: View article at: http://www.tahoebonanza.com/article/20080118/COMMUNITY/986242039 exiting EPA
Description: The North Lake Tahoe Bonanza prints "Washoe Libraries closed, BMP workshop, Radon Month briefs."
Contact:

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/18/2008
Location: Yerington, NV
Web site: View Article at: http://news.rgj.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080118/MVN01/801180435/1305/BIZ01 exiting EPA
Description: Mason Valley News prints "Test your home for radon" with information about radon and how local residents can get a free radon test kit.
Contact:

Event: KAME-TV "The Biggest Little Home & Garden Show" Airs Radon Information
Date: 01/20/2008
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Reno, NV
Description: Watch KAME-TV, Sunday at 9:00 am, for "The Biggest Little Home & Garden Show." This episode features a short interview on radon and information on obtaining a free radon test kit!
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon Brochures Available
Date: 01/21/2008
Location: 845 Alder Ave, Suite A, Incline Village, NV
Description: The Incline Public Library has informational brochures on radon, including where Lake Tahoe residents can go to pick up a free radon test kit!
Contact: Julie Bradt, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 832-4150
Email: bradtj@unce.unr.edu

Event: Nevada Radon Info on YouTube
Date: 01/21/2008
Location: NV
Web site: Watch at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4aA_pZ4cWx8 exiting EPA
Description: "Killer in your House" is the title of a short segment on YouTube about radon in Nevada. Watch to learn how to get a free radon test kit!
Contact: Biggest Little Home and Garden Show

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/21/08
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Web site: Article at: http://www.greatlasvegashomes.com/real_estate_news/radon_and_lung_cancer exiting EPA
Description: Las Vegas Real Estate News prints "Radon and Lung Cancer" to inform people about the dangers associated with radon and real estate.
Contact: Prudential Americana Realtors
Phone: 702-596-7821
Email: Sold@GreatLasVegasHomes.com

Event: UNLV TV airs radon interview
Date: 01/22/2008
Time: 11:30 pm
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Web site: For local listings: http://www.unlv.edu/programs/unlvtv/schedule.htm exiting EPA
Description: Watch "Extension Connection" on UNLV TV any Tuesday night at 11:30 p.m. during the month of January for a special interview on radon. Find out important information on radon as well as where to obtain a free radon test kit.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/23/2008
Location: Fernley, NV
Web site: View Article at: http://news.rgj.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080123/FERNLEY01/801230314/1306/BIZ01 exiting EPA
Description: The Fernley Leader prints "Test your home for radon" with information about radon and how local residents can get a free radon test kit.
Contact:

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/23/2008
Location: Lake Tahoe, NV
Web site: Article at: http://www.tahoe-world.com/content/view/10989/33/ exiting EPA
Description: Tahoe World Magazine talks about a free local radon awareness class.
Contact: Charlene Albee, Washoe County Health Department
Email: calbee@mail.co.washoe.nv.us

Event: KAME-TV "The Biggest Little Home & Garden Show" Airs Radon Information
Date: 01/27/2008
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Reno, NV
Description: Watch KAME-TV, Sunday at 9:00 am, for "The Biggest Little Home & Garden Show." This episode features a short interview on radon and information on obtaining a free radon test kit!
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: KTVN Channel 2 Reno News Runs Story on Radon
Date: 01/27/2008
Location: Reno, NV
Web site: http://www.ktvn.com/Global/story.asp?S=7780140 exiting EPA
Description: KTVN Channel 2 ran a radon news story during the 5 o'clock news. They talked about the dangers of radon gas and the importance of testing your home.
Contact: Robert Preidt, KTVN Channel 2
Phone: (775) 861-4290

Event: Free Radon Education Class
Date: 01/29/08
Time: 6-7 pm
Location: South Valleys Library, Reno, NV
Description: Let the Air Quality Division of the District Health Department tell you what radon is, what the health effects are and how to take care of it if you DO have a problem. PLUS RECEIVE A FREE RADON TEST KIT!
Contact: Charlene Albee, Washoe County District Health Department
Phone: (775) 784-7200
Email: calbee@mail.co.washoe.nv.us

Event: UNLV TV Airs Radon Interview
Date: 01/29/2008
Time: 11:30 pm
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Web site: For local listings: http://www.unlv.edu/programs/unlvtv/schedule.htm exiting EPA
Description: Watch "Extension Connection" on UNLV TV any Tuesday night at 11:30 pm during the month of January for a special interview on radon. Find out important information on radon as well as where to obtain a free radon test kit.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Free Radon Test Kits available at UNCE in Fallon
Date: 01/29/2008
Time: 8:00 am
Location: 111 Sheckler Road, Fallon NV
Description: Free radon test kits will be available at UNCE in Fallon, starting Tuesday, January 29th. Anyone who would like one can come to the office and pick one up at the front desk.
Contact: Pat Whitten, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 423-5121
Email: whittenp@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon Education Class
Date: 01/29/2008
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: 820 Sixth Street, Lovelock, NV
Description: Join us at the Lovelock Community Center for a radon education class and receive a free radon test kit.
Contact: Pamela Munk, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: psmunk@clan.lib.nv.us

Event: Radon Education Class
Date: 01/29/2008
Time: 10:00 am
Location: 820 Sixth Street, Lovelock, NV
Description: Join us at the Lovelock Community Center for a radon education class and receive a free radon test kit.
Contact: Pamela Munk, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: psmunk@clan.lib.nv.us

Event: Free Radon Test Kits available at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension (UNCE) in Lovelock
Date: 01/29/2008
Location: 810 Sixth Street, Lovelock, NV
Description: Free radon test kits will be available at UNCE in Lovelock, starting Tuesday, January 29th. Anyone who would like one can come to the office and pick one up at the front desk.
Contact: Marianne Papa, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 273-2923
Email: papam@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/29/2008
Location: Carson City, NV
Web site: Article at: http://www.nevadaappeal.com/article/20071229/HOMEGARDEN/838917525 exiting EPA
Description: The Nevada Appeal prints article about the dangers of breathing radon in your home.
Contact: JoAnne Skelly, UNCE
Phone: 775-887-2252
Email: skellyj@unce.unr.edu

Event: South Lake Tahoe City Council Hears Radon Update
Date: 01/29/2008
Location: South Lake Tahoe, NV
Description: The City Council in South Lake Tahoe had a radon update and discussed a radon awareness program for the area.
Contact:

Event: Fox 5 News in Las Vegas Runs Story on Radon
Date: 01/30/2008
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Web site: http://www.fox5vegas.com/cancer/4347762/detail.html exiting EPA
Description: Fox 5 News ran a radon news story during the 5 and 10 o'clock news. They talked about the different dangers of radon gas and lung cancer.
Contact: Fox 5 News
Email: 5newsdesk@kvvu.com

Event: Free Radon Education Class
Date: 01/30/08
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Location: Incline Village Library, Incline Village, NV
Description: Let the Air Quality Division of the District Health Department tell you what radon is, what the health effects are and how to take care of it if you DO have a problem. PLUS RECEIVE A FREE RADON TEST KIT!
Contact: Charlene Albee, Washoe County District Health Department
Phone: (775) 784-7200
Email: calbee@mail.co.washoe.nv.us

Event: Radon Education Class
Date: 01/30/2008
Time: 1:30 pm
Location: 1500 College Parkway, Elko, NV
Web site: Location at: http://www.gbcnv.edu/maps/ccc.html exiting EPA
Description: Join us from 1:00-3:30 for a radon education class and get a free radon test kit. Class located in the Great Basin College, Community Center. Click on website to view a map.
Contact: Jay Paxson, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 738-7291
Email: paxsonj@unce.unr.edu

Event: Free Radon Test Kits available at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension (UNCE) in Elko
Date: 01/30/2008
Location: 701 Walnut Street, Elko, NV
Description: Free radon test kits will be available at UNCE in Elko, starting Wednesday, January 30th. Anyone who would like one can come to the office and pick one up at the front desk.
Contact: Jay Paxson, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 738-7291
Email: paxsonj@unce.unr.edu

Event: Free Radon Test Kits available at University of Nevada Cooperative Extension (UNCE) in Winnemucca
Date: 01/31/2008
Time: 11:00 am
Location: 1085 Fairgrounds Road, Winnemucca NV
Description: Free radon test kits will be available at UNCE in Fallon, starting Thursday, January 31st. Anyone who would like one can come to the office and pick one up at the front desk.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 01/31/2008
Location: South Lake Tahoe, NV
Web site: Article at: http://www.tahoedailytribune.com/article/20080131/NEWS/910712640&SearchID exiting EPA
Description: The Tahoe Daily Tribune prints "LTUSD radon results; free radon test kits" with information about radon in the local school district and how local residents can get a free radon test kit.
Contact:

Event: Washoe County Health Fair
Date: 01/31/2008
Time: 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Administrative Complex on 9th and Wells Avenue, Reno, NV
Description: Radon Information and kits will be available at the Washoe County Health Fair. There will be information set up with the lung function screening table, so come test your lungs and take a free radon kit home!
Contact: Tia Jenkins, Renown
Phone: (775) 982-6955
Email: tjenkins@renown.org

Event: Free Radon Test Kits available at UNCE in Northeast Las Vegas
Date: 01/31/2008
Location: 1897 N. Moapa Valley Blvd., Northeast Las Vegas, NV
Description: Free radon test kits will be available at UNCE in Northeast Las Vegas, starting Thursday, January 31st. Anyone who would like one can come to the office and pick one up at the front desk.
Contact: Pam Proctor
Phone: 702-397-2604
Email: proctorp@unce.unr.edu

Event: Free Radon Test Kits available at UNCE in Battle Mountain
Date: 01/31/2008
Location: 815 N. Second Street, Battle Mountain, NV
Description: Free radon test kits will be available at UNCE in Battle Mountain, starting Thursday, January 31st. Anyone who would like one can come to the office and pick one up at the front desk.
Contact: Rod Davis, UNCE
Phone: 775-635-5565
Email: davisr@unce.unr.edu

Event: Governor's Proclamation
Date: 01/01/2008 - 01/31/2008
Location: NV
Web site: View Proclamation at: http://gov.state.nv.us/PROCs/2008/2008-01-00RadonActionMonth.htm exiting EPA
Description: Governor Jim Gibbons issued a proclamation declaring January as National Radon Action Month
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Free Radon Test Kits Available
Date: 01/01/2008 – 01/31/2008
Time: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Any University of Nevada Cooperative Extension office: locations in every county of Nevada.
Description: Come to any local University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Office to receive a free radon test kit. Kits will be available throughout Radon Action Month in January. In Reno, we are located at 5305 Mill Street, Reno, NV 89502 or call for other locations.
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Lobby Display
Date: 01/01/2008 - 01/31/2008
Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension (UNCE), Clark County Office, Las Vegas, NV
Description: During National Radon Action Month, the Clark County UNCE office (located at 8050 S. Maryland Pkwy., Suite 100) will show Extension Connection in their lobby. This episode includes a segment on radon and you can pick up a free radon test kit at this location!
Contact: Megan Long, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Media Campaign
Date: 01/01/2008 - 01/31/2008
Location: Clark County, NV
Description: Radio and television ads will air on both public and commercial stations.
Contact: Megan Long, UNCE
Phone: 775-784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Media Campaign
Date: 01/01/2008 - 01/31/2008
Location: Washoe County, NV
Description: Radio and television ads will air on both public and commercial stations.
Contact: Megan Long, UNCE
Phone: 775-784-4848
Email: longm@unce.unr.edu

Event: Free Radon Test Kits available at UNCE in Las Vegas
Date: 01/31/2008 - ongoing
Location: 8050 S Maryland Pkwy, Suite 100, Las Vegas, NV
Description: Free short-term radon test kits will be available at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension in Las Vegas.
Contact: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (702) 222-3130

February

Event: Banner Churchill Community Hospital Health Fair
Date: 02/01/2008
Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Fallon Convention Center, Fallon, NV
Description: Radon Information and kits will be available at the Churchill County Health Fair. Stop by and take a free radon kit home!
Contact: Pat Whitten, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Phone: (775) 423-5121
Email: whittenp@unce.unr.edu

Event: Radon Makes the Front Page of Tahoe Quarterly
Date: 02/01/2008
Location: Lake Tahoe, NV
Web site: http://www.tahoequarterly.com/ exiting EPA
Description: Are You Radon Free? Pick up a Tahoe Quarterly at local newsstands to find out more!
Contact: Email: info@tahoequarterly.com

Event: Radon in the News
Date: 02/06/2008
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Web site: Article at: http://www.viewnews.com/2008/VIEW-Feb-06-Wed-2008/Prime/19391112.html exiting EPA
Description: The Prime View wrote an article titled "Home Safety: Testing for radon, free kits enable homeowners to breathe easier." A large number of free test kits will be available at UNCE in Las Vegas.
Contact: Jessica Tripp, Prime View
Email: webmaster@viewnews.com

Event: KLAS Channel 8 Las Vegas Runs Story on Radon
Date: 02/06/2008
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Web site: http://www.klas-tv.com/global/story.asp?s=1230806 exiting EPA
Description: KLAS Channel 8 ran a radon news story during the 5 and 10 o'clock news. They talked about the dangers of radon gas and the importance of testing your home.
Contact: KLAS Channel 8
Phone: (702) 792-8888

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