With a storm approaching this weekend, sandbag stations have opened throughout Washoe County. You have to fill your own sandbag so bring your own shovel. They’re available at Truckee Meadows Fire Station on Nectar Street in Lemmon Valley; at Lemmon Drive and Pompe Way intersection; Blue Heron Circle and Warrior Lane intersection, Belli Ranch; Truckee…… MORE
Koch Brothers PAC Will Spend a Million in a Month for Laxalt
The super PAC backed by the billionaire Koch Brothers announced it will spend $1 million this month, supporting Adam Laxalts campaign for Governor. Democrats are pouncing– Nevada State Democratic Party spokesperson Stewart Boss says “The Koch Brothers and their network of shady front groups have been fighting tirelessly to repeal Governor Sandoval’s bipartisan increase in…… MORE
Going to College? This May Help
Students and their families will have the opportunity to meet with two- and four-year college representatives from across the country, and attend seminars about important topics pertaining to college. It’s Sunday, Noon to 4 p.m. at the University of Nevada’s Joe Crowley Student Union. Students can learn about financial aid and scholarships, college housing, how…… MORE
Nevada’s Senator Heller Involved in Creating Tax Cut Package
Senator Dean Heller says he is heavily involved in creating the tax cut package, and says unlike the health care reform bill, the house and the senate are moving on a similar track.… MORE
Big Changes Coming to Downtown And Midtown Reno
Some big changes are coming to downtown and midtown Reno, with major investments being made by the same company that redeveloped a longtime downtown eyesore, the Kings Inn, into 3rd street flats.… MORE
TMCC Inviting You To Honor The 600 Plus Veteran Who Attend The College
To honor the 600 plus veterans who attend Truckee Meadows Community College, administrators are inviting you to the Dandini campus Monday so you can help place close to 700 American flags in the college plaza.… MORE
Reno Wants to Upgrade The Iconic Downtown Arch
The City of Reno is taking public comments on the Reno Arch Refresh Project, a plan to upgrade the arch on South Virginia.… MORE
ACLU Wants Nevada to Stop The Execution of Scott Dozier
The ACLU wants to persuade the Governor to stop the execution of killer Scott Dozier. He is scheduled for lethal injection Nov. 14th. Dozier has requested execution and has fought efforts to stop it. The ACLU says the execution is an experiment, because it will use a blend of drugs that haven’t been used for…… MORE
NDOT Employee Accused of Selling Moonshine Out of His Government Vehicle
An NDOT worker who helps test employees suspected of substance abuse while at work, is accused of selling moonshine out of his government vehicle and Las Vegas office. Transportation staff investigated the worker several years ago for a similar complaint, that he was making and selling bootleg beer, but found it was unsubstantiated. No names are…… MORE
Recall Released For Kidde Brand Fire Extinguishers
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of Kidde fire extinguishers with plastic handles. According to Kidde United Technologies, fire extinguishers with plastic handles and plastic push-buttons can become clogged or require excessive force to discharge and can fail to activate during a fire emergency. Also nozzles may detach and pose an impact hazard.…… MORE
