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Scholarships now available

James Haug

February 8, 2011 - 11:23 am

High school seniors looking for money for college should check out the Public Education Foundation’s website at www.thepef.org.

The foundation has about 360 scholarships worth a total of $600,000 to award.

The scholarships range in value from $500 to $40,000. They are awarded on a variety of criteria, such as academic achievement, area of study and financial need. The scholarships are offered by community groups, businesses and families.

Seniors can apply for more than one scholarship, but applications must be postmarked by March 7.

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By Jessica Hill / RJ

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By Jessica Hill / RJ

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Nevada governor’s health care bill dies as Legislature adjourns

By McKenna Ross / RJ

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