LAS VEGAS - After increases and volatility in fuel prices over the past several months, Nevadans are now taking a break from higher gas prices and paying relatively the same as a month ago, an average of  $3.66  per gallon of unleaded regular. While some metro areas show slight increases, other metro areas are showing a decrease in prices, according to the AAA Nevada monthly gas survey.  
CARSON CITY - The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) reported a 2012 recycling rate of 28.8 percent, surpassing the state goal of 25 percent.
BATTLE MOUNTAIN - The world's fastest humans from around the world including France, Russia, Scotland, Canada, Australia, the Netherlands, Slovenia, Switzerland, Uruguay and many collegiate teams and their pedal-powered vehicles will attempt to break the current land speed record of 82.819 mph set by Sam Whittingham from British Columbia, Canada, in 2009, and the women's record set by Barbara Bautois from Draveil, France, in 2010 of 75.69 mph.
WASHINGTON - The European Union (EU) will continue to provide U.S. beef producers with significant access, at zero duty, to the EU market for high-quality beef produced from non-hormone-treated cattle, according to the USDA.
WINNEMUCCA - For many people, the Tri-County Fair is all about carnival rides and corn dogs. But for others, it's a once-a-year shot at showcasing their ability to do everything from bottling prize-winning pickles to sewing a stunningly beautiful quilt.
WINNEMUCCA - The 4-H Show and Sale happens just once a year, but the skills youth learn will last them a lifetime.
WINNEMUCCA, Nev.-This year's Fair is definitely not a spectator sport. From blue ribbon creations to pie and watermelon eating, a few newer contests and a whole slew of old standbys will ensure that everyone gets in on the Labor Day fun.
BATTLE MOUNTAIN - Those interested in learning the basics of flying and preparing to pass the Federal Aviation Administration's Private Pilot Knowledge test may enroll in AV 110 offered at Great Basin College in Elko this fall and by interactive video to outlying communities, including Battle Mountain, Ely, Winnemucca and Pahrump.
LAS VEGAS - The Nevada Office of Veteran Services (NOVS) recently launched its new digital platform for Nevada veterans called "Green Zone Network" (GZN) at a summit in Las Vegas.
WASHINGTON - As severe drought conditions persist in certain regions throughout the country, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Farm Service Agency has announced temporary assistance to livestock producers through FSA's Conservation Reserve Program (CRP).
LOVELOCK - The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) has scheduled a two-day upland game hunting season for youth hunters 15 years of age or younger. The dates for the youth hunt are Sept. 28-29.
WINNEMUCCA - This year's Tri-County Fair will offer a veritable extravaganza of activities for kids of all ages. From new rock friends to mini-construction creations, there's no limit to the free fun that can be had as part of this year's festivities.
RENO - With Nevada's bird hunting seasons on the horizon, now is the time for hunters to register for their Harvest Information Program (HIP) validation number. Any person who is 12 years of age or older and hunts migratory birds such as doves, ducks, geese, swans and snipe is required to obtain a HIP number.
WINNEMUCCA - If you want to see one of country music's hottest stars up close and personal this Labor Day weekend, you better act fast.
KINGSTON - The second annual Kingston Outdoor Market will be held Aug. 31 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kingston Orchard.