The US Forest Service says the Slide Fire is 95% contained after burning about 80 acres. The fire started shortly after the crash of what the Federal Aviation Administration says is motor-glider September 2nd. There were two people on board. One person has been confirmed dead by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, but no information…… MORE
Fatal Crash on Geiger Grade
The Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating a crash on State Route 341, the Geiger Grade, between Reno and Virginia City. The crash was reported shortly before noon Tuesday at 3000 Geiger Grade Road, north of the Geiger Lookout. Trooper Matt McLaughlin says there is one confirmed death. There is no word yet on other possible…… MORE
Evacuations Near The Site of a Wildfire in Emigrant Gap, California
The Placer County Sheriff’s Office is working with Cal Fire battling a wildfire that started in Emigrant Gap, California. Evacuations were conducted at North Fork campground, Onion Valley Campground, and Tunnel Mills Campground. Lake Valley Reservoir area was also being evacuated Monday. The North Fire has burned around 650 acres, and there is no current…… MORE
One Person Confirmed Dead in Crash That Led to Wildfire on Slide Mountain
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that one person is dead after a recreational aircraft crash that led to a fire on Slide Mountain. Deputies believe the aircraft was a glider, typically pulled behind a tow plane. The US Forest Service, says the Slide fire has burned 64 acres and is 50 percent contained.…… MORE
Winners Announced For The 2018 Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off
The winners of the 30th annual Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off have been announced. First place went to “Montana-Q Bar-B-Que” from Frenchtown, Montana. Rounding out the top five: Checkered Pig, Just North of Memphis, Blazin’ Bronco, and Aussom Aussie. People’s choice went to “Back Forty Texas Barbecue” from Pleasant Hill, California. Best Sauce…… MORE
Road Work Begins in Midtown Reno Today
The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County is beginning the Virginia Street Bus RAPID Transit Extension Project in Midtown Reno today, between Plumb Lane and Liberty, so prepare for detours.… MORE
Nevada Division of Environmental Protection Taking Comment on Fulcrum Sierra Biofuels
The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Air Pollution Control is taking public comments on Fulcrum Sierra Biofuels, a company located in McCarran, and you can submit yours today.… MORE
Senior Fest Today at Reno Town Mall
Senior fest is today at the Reno Town Mall, it it’s a place to learn about new products, get some health screenings, or just network with other seniors out for a good time. Chris Ciarlo of Washoe County Senior Services says the theme is “Aging well.” It’s co-sponsored by “Senior Spectrum.” It all starts at…… MORE
Slide Fire Burning in Washoe Valley Caused by Plane Crash
Fire crews are on scene of a brush fire, caused by a plane crash, above Davis Creek in Washoe Valley. There is no containment on the Slide fire, which has burned an estimated 40 acres. There are no structures threatened, but officials are asking residents to be ready to leave if the wind changes direction…… MORE
Sewer Project on Kietzke Begins This Week
A six-week sewer main project means Kietzke Lane traffic will be rerouted between Gentry Way and Grove Street beginning Tuesday. The construction work will be Mondays through Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. through mid-October. The project will install 800 feet of new sewer main and will add sewer capacity for homes in central…… MORE
