Nevada State Engineer Managing Problems at Washoe Lake Dam

The Nevada State Engineer is actively managing a partial failing of the Washoe Lake Dam in Washoe Valley, in accordance with the Dam’s Emergency Action Plan procedures. Currently, the dam is not breached and repairs are underway. The State Engineer is working closely with other state and local officials to restore the integrity of the…MORE

Sisolak Issues Debate Challenge to Laxalt

The Steve Sisolak for Governor campaign has issued a debate challenge to his GOP opponent in the general election, Adam Laxalt. The proposal calls on Laxalt to agree to participate in televised debates by partnering with major media outlets in both Southern Nevada and Northern Nevada, as well as a Spanish-language outlet. The proposal also…MORE

Reno Fire Hosts Safety Expo Thursday

Reno Fire Department is inviting you to Reno City Plaza  Thursday for the Regional Safety and Emergency Preparedness Expo. They say you can learn how to prepare for natural and man made disasters, and talk with experts about safety, health and wellness. Firefighters will “Rappell” down the side of the City Hall Tower, demonstrate river…MORE

Flood Watch Canceled For Steamboat Creek and Pleasant Valley

The flood watch has been canceled for the Steamboat Creek and Pleasant Valley areas. National Weather Service says mitigation efforts have reduced the hazard of a potential breach of the dam at Little Washoe Lake. That’s after Washoe County said any threat had significantly decreased, slowing seepage and downgrading the situation from “imminent threat” to…MORE

Voluntary Evacuations at The Riverboat Hotel After Carbon Monoxide Leak

There were brief voluntary evacuations at the Riverboat Hotel apartment complex on N. Sierra St. and W. 2nd St. in Reno, following a carbon monoxide leak early Tuesday. According to the Reno Fire Department, a carbon monoxide alarm alerted them of the leak just before 1:30 a.m.. Crews say a faulty boiler is to blame,…MORE

The Regional Transportation Commission is Encouraging You to “Dump The Pump”

The Regional Transportation Commission is providing FREE transportation to the community on all RTC transit services, as part of the annual Dump the Pump event June 21st. This is the 13th annual Dump the Pump national movement to promote transit. This event is organized by the American Public Transportation Association and encourages everyone to try…MORE

City of Reno Throwing a Party at The Arch

The City of Reno is celebrating the new blue Reno Arch by inviting the community to a 1980s-themed dance party, Monday the 25th. Be sure to come dressed in your best 1980s costume. Why the 1980s? Because the iconic Reno Arch on Virginia Street first debuted in August 1987.  The Reno Arch Celebration will also…MORE