January is National Radon Action Month, and University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Radon Education Program is offering free short-term radon test kits to Nevadans through Feb. 28. The free test kits will be available at Cooperative Extension offices and partnering locations, as well as at presentations, statewide. Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive gas that…… MORE
U.S. Navy Extends Public Comment Period For Fallon Range Expansion
The U.S. Navy has extended the public review and comment period by an additional 30 days, for the Fallon Range Training Complex Modernization Draft Environmental Impact Statement. The Navy is looking to triple the size of the facility by adding 900 square miles of public lands and 100 square miles of private lands to the…… MORE
NV Energy Asking You to Use Mylar Balloons Responsibly
Celebrating with some mylar balloons tonight? NV Energy is asking you use them responsibly. Mylar balloons have caused thousands of power outages, so the energy utility is reminding customers to keep them secure during New Year’s celebrations. Mylar balloons are helium-filled balloons that are coated with a metallic finish. If they come in contact with…… MORE
Nevada Awarded Millions in Multi State Settlement With Wells Fargo
Nevada will get more than $13.3 million from Wells Fargo, under a $575 million multi state settlement to resolve claims that the bank violated state consumer protection laws. The Attorney General’s Office and Wells Fargo separately announced the settlement, with Wells Fargo CEO and President Tim Sloan saying his company is making a “serious commitment…… MORE
The Fireworks Start at Midnight in Reno
There are plenty of places to enjoy fireworks this New Years Eve, including downtown Reno. Four downtown hotels and the City of Reno have partnered to launch fireworks from three different rooftops in downtown. This means you can watch the display from any angle. Squaw Valley Ski Resort blasts off at 7 p.m.; Heavenly Resort…… MORE
Fish Dying in Sparks Marina Due to “Lake Turnover”
A naturally occurring lake turnover of the Sparks Marina is producing low dissolved oxygen levels in the water, causing fish to die. The Nevada Department of Wildlife says there is no safety concern for the public, or other non-aquatic animal species. A lake turnover is the process of a lake’s water mixing from top to…… MORE
Still Time to Help Reno Rodeo Denim Drive
There’s still time to donate to the annual Reno Rodeo Foundation Denim Drive. Through December 31, more than 100 locations will host donation bins to collect new jeans, new socks, new shirts and new underwear to be given to abused and neglected children, rescued from unsafe homes. Clara Andriola, Reno Rodeo Foundation executive director says,…… MORE
Nevada’s Biggest Proponent of Legal Marijuana Says It’s Time For Pot Lounges
State Senator Tick Segerblom says the state needs to embrace legal marijuana, and use it to attract tourism. That means creating space where people can use it legally and safely.… MORE
Pro-Gun Group Suing Over Ban on Bump Stocks
A Pro-gun group is challenging a Trump administration move banning bump stocks, the device used by the gunman in the “1 October” shooting in Las Vegas…… MORE
Nevada Tightening Restrictions on Edible Pot
Nevada is tightening its already strict rules on legal recreational marijuana. Any food products that contain marijuana derivatives, a “Gummy” for example, will have to be molded with a THC warning symbol on them. The idea is to let anyone who comes in contact with the product know that it isn’t just candy, once it’s…… MORE
