Jobs for Nevada graduates, a group that works with “At Risk” youth, to make sure they complete high school, is looking for computer donations that will be given to students so they can study at home.… MORE
Washoe County Woman Loses Her Husband to COVID-19
The first person in Washoe County has died from the Coronavirus. KOH’s Daniela Sonnino spoke to the wife of Bruce McCallister, who did a lot for his community in his 47 years. Bruce also leaves behind a ten year old son.… MORE
Washoe County Provides a Coronavirus Update
At Monday’s Emergency Operations Center Joint Press Conference Chairman Bob Lucey of the Washoe County Commission, expressed sympathy for the family of the first person to die in Washoe County of Covid 19, and urged all citizens to take steps to protect themselves and others. He also expressed thanks to the medical community– Lucey and…… MORE
BLM Holding Adopted Horses Through The Pandemic
The Bureau of Land Management wants to reassure wild horse adopters, they’re prepared to take care of any horses in holding, until lockdowns are lifted. They’re shooting for July for February adoptions.… MORE
Washoe County Distance Learning Begins Wednesday
Due to the current state of emergency declared by the Governor, the Washoe County School District (WCSD) will formally launch its distance learning plan tomorrow (wed). The District is providing educational materials online and in paper packets. Families who have internet access at home can access online materials, families who do not have internet accesscan…… MORE
Burning Man Ticket Sales on Hold
Officials with Burning Man say the main sale for tickets to the event has been postponed due to COVID-19 concerns. The sale was set to take place on April 8. An alternative date has not yet been set.… MORE
Nevada Governor Suspends Evictions on Homes And Businesses
In an address Sunday afternoon, Governor Sisolak suspended evictions on homes and businesses for 90 days. The Governor is asking landlords to develop a plan to deal with people who can’t pay rent due to business shut-downs. According to officials this doesn’t mean free rent or mortgage, however. Nevada State Treasurer Zach Conine is working…… MORE
Employee at The Gigafactory Has Tested Positive For COVID-19
An email sent to Panasonic employees Sunday says a Tesla employee working at the Gigafactory, east of Sparks, tested positive for COVID-19. The email says the employee was onsite at the Gigafactory for about an hour on March 21 before going home sick. There are no confirmed cases of the coronavirus on the Panasonic side…… MORE
Washoe County Man in His 40’s Dies From Coronavirus
A Washoe County man in his 40s has died from the Coronavirus, marking the first local death from the pandemic. He had recently traveled to New York and was hospitalized on March 23rd. Mayor Hillary Schieve said in a statement “we are grieving and absolutely devastated” adding her deepest condolences to the family and friends…… MORE
Periodic Lane Closures Begin Today on U.S. 95 Through Fallon
Beginning today, periodic roadway shoulder, sidewalk and single lane closures will take place on U.S. 95 through the heart of Fallon as the Nevada Department of Transportation upgrades existing sidewalks and pedestrian facilities for enhanced traffic safety and mobility. The improvements will be on the nearly two miles of U.S. 95 through the heart of…… MORE
