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»1/1/04 Mental Health
Panelists Kathryn Landreth of Metro, nurse Davette Shea and Dr. Johnna Triggs of the State Division of Mental Health discuss mental health in the valley. You'll hear what kinds of problems the state system faces. Also, Ky Plaskon talks with former Governor Bob Miller about today's presidential visit. And also Desert Bloom.

»1/2/04 Local Live Theater
We'll explore the Las Vegas Theatre scene, learn how it thrives in the shadow of the big Strip productions, and what programs are being planned for 2004.

»1/5/04 Adult Literacy
We hear about people who slip between the cracks of the educational system, today we'll discuss the programs in place to aid the illiterate population in Nevada.

»1/6/04 CCSN Controversy
Community College of Southern Nevada has gone through a tumultuous period of personnel changes, amid allegations of corruption.

»1/7/04 Problem Gambling
How do people cope with gambling problems when the live in the gaming capital of the world? We'll discuss the social and psychological impact of problem gambling, and what steps are being taken to treat people with these problems.

»1/8/04 Mad Cow Disease
Does mad cow disease pose a threat to Nevada diners? How does the disease affect Nevada cattle breeders? Are local restaurants suffering as some diners take a pass on beef? What can Nevadans do to stay healthy?

»1/9/04 Historic Preservation
State of Nevada looks at preservation of various locations and buildings in Southern Nevada, what has been lost and what still needs to be saved for historic preservation.

»1/12/04 Adoption in Las Vegas
We'll find out the procedures and legalities of adopting children in Nevada. A deputy attorney general will discuss a recent supreme court decision concerning sibling adoptions, and we'll talk with the Nevada Department of Child and Family Services, an adoption attorney, a private adoption facilitator, adoptive parents and an adoptee.

»1/13/04 International Tourism
Las Vegas resorts count on a steady flow of international tourists. Casino and government representatives travel the world inviting more people to visit Southern Nevada, and making it easier for them to get here. "KNPR's State of Nevada" looks at efforts to attract international tourists to Las Vegas.

»1/14/04 Las Vegas's 21st Century Transition
Is Las Vegas becoming a dynamic new city of the type described by Richard Florida in his book, "The Rise of the Creative Class"? Can Las Vegas attract well-educated, creative talent and flourish in a new way? Is that already happening?

»1/15/04 High Interest Loans
Short-term loan stores are found on every corner in Las Vegas, but what kind of leg-up will these high interest loan facilities really give the borrower? How are they regulated in the only state that has no usury interest limits? And what message does it send to a community that is saturated with these non-traditional lending institutions?

»1/16/04 Las Vegas Jazz Scene
SON takes a look at what has happened for the Las Vegas jazz music scene over the past 20 years. There was a period where jazz was available everywhere, then some ups and downs, club and format changes. Where can you go hear jazz now? What role has the Las Vegas Jazz Society played?

»1/19/04 Public Employees Initiative
Guest host Steve Sebelius discusses the issue of public employees serving in the Assembly. Guests include Senator Dina Titus, Assemblyman Richard Perkins, and RJ columnist Rick Henderson.

»1/19/04 Las Vegas Online Businesses
A look at the variety of online businesses in our region.

»1/20/04 Henderson Arts
We'll take a look at the growing art scene in Henderson, the galleries and events that showcase local artwork, Third Thursday festivities, and the sources of funding that have helped jump-start this movement.

»1/20/04 Nevada Weather
What's going on with Nevada's weather these days? Were the recent snow storm and 100-year floods anomalies? Does the drought have anything to do with global warming? Or are we still within the normal range of weather?

»1/21/04 AIDS and Prostitution
Selling sex is legal in much of Nevada (not Las Vegas) unless you have HIV/AIDS. Why did Nevada make prostitution by people with HIV/AIDS a crime? Has the policy improved public health? What does it mean for sex workers, their clients, and others?

»1/22/04 Scholastic Athletic Safety
We'll be talking about safety issues involving scholastic athletics. Competitive athletics play an important role in physical and social development, but can a student's health be compromised by the competitive nature of extra-curricular sports? We'll discuss the physical safety of student athletes, and the hazards that accompany chemical performance enhancement.

»1/23/04 Old Timer's Stories
KNPR's State of Nevada visits with some longtime Las Vegans who reflect on their lives here and how the valley has changed through time. Their work and contributions. What life was like growing up, marrying and operating businesses in this old western town.

»1/26/04 Construction Defects
With the explosive construction growth in Southern Nevada came a whole slew of defect issues. We'll discuss how property buyers are protected from building defects and the steps contractors take to insure quality construction. We'll be joined by construction defect attorneys, a representative from the construction industry, a judge who plays a key role in defect litigation, and we'll learn how molds and spores can invade even the newest of homes.

»1/27/04 African-American Storytelling
African-Americans have a long history in Las Vegas. And plenty of stories to tell. KNPR's State of Nevada looks at the African-American storytelling tradition in Nevada.

»1/28/04 Earthquake Study
KNPR's State of Nevada examines the earthquake study done by a local professor this past year and talks in general about how earthquakes might occur here, when and where.

»1/29/04 Insanity Defense
Nevada reinstated the so-called "insanity defense" only recently. Now an accused Nevada murderer may claim insanity in his trial. What exactly is the insanity defense? Is it sound and ethical public policy?

»1/30/04 Cowboy Poetry Gathering
We'll discuss cowboy history and contemporary cowboy culture in Nevada with some ranchers, ranch hands, a local poet and a gathering organizer. We'll hear live performances by Nevada poets from Elko.