The Governor’s activation of the Nevada National Guard to help with the Covid 19 pandemic is getting some social media attention, with some screaming this is “martial law,” and that the guard will be tasked with forcing people to stay inside.… MORE
Postal Service Jobs Available in Nevada
Multiple Post Office positions are available throughout the state with hourly wages range from $16 to $19 with a variety of shifts available, including indoor and outdoor work. The jobs are available now and the only place to apply is usps.com/careers. From the website, click on “Search Jobs,” select “Nevada,” click “Start,” then click on…… MORE
White Pine County Man Formally Charged in The Murder of an NHP Trooper
A White Pine County man has been formally charged in the March 27 murder of Nevada Highway Patrol Sgt. Ben Jenkins. 65 year old John Leonard Dabritz, is also charged in Ely Justice Court with grand larceny of a motor vehicle, grand larceny of a firearm, and third-degree arson. He’s accused of shooting Jenkins and…… MORE
Washoe County Reports 21 New Cases of COVID-19
Washoe County reported 21 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total cases to 184. The county also reported eight new recoveries, giving Washoe County 26 recoveries overall. The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office reported two employees tested positive. One is a deputy who has been out of the office since March 11 and has…… MORE
Sparks Police Looking For Burglary Suspects
The Sparks Police Department released photographs of a pair of suspects who were involved in a gaming machine burglary March 16 at Dotty’s Casino in downtown Sparks. The burglary on Victorian Avenue happened about 12:33 am. Police said two men and a woman entered the casino and tried to break into one gaming machine, but…… MORE
County Health Officials Working to Prepare For Patients Who Can’t Safely Isolate
Washoe County health officials are working to prepare for an influx of patients who for whatever reason, can’t safely isolate at home. Julia Ratti of the health district is coordinating the program to assist the homeless or anyone with Covid 19 who can’t isolate at home. 43 supportive housing beds, including meals and some health…… MORE
Washoe County Health District Confirms Fourth Death Related to COVID-19
Regional leaders gave an update on the COVID-19 crisis in Washoe County. Kevin Dick the Washoe County Health District officer, confirmed a fourth death related to COVID-19. The case count for Washoe County now stands at 143, with 126 active cases, and 13 recoveries. Of the active cases, 20 are residents who have been hospitalized.… MORE
Washoe County Launches Their Distance Learning Plan
Washoe County School District launched its distance learning plan. The District is providing educational materials online and in paper packets. Superintendent Kristen McNeill says families who have internet access at home can access online materials, families who do not, can pick up paper packets of materials at any of three dozen sites across WCSD. Dr…… MORE
RTC Fast Tracking The Virginia Street Improvement Project
RTC is taking advantage of the clear roads, to fast track the Virginia Street Improvement Project.… MORE
Food Bank Making Some Changes in Response to COVID-19
The Food Bank of Northern Nevada has seen a client increase of 30-50%, so they are creating pop up locations throughout the Truckee Meadows to meet the need.… MORE
