Recreational marijuana has been available at medical marijuana dispensaries in Reno and Sparks since the beginning of the month, but you won’t be able to buy it in Incline Village until next month. NuLeaf Dispensary will be the only location in Incline to buy marijuana. They weren’t able to sell on the first because the…… MORE
Take an Historic Tour of The Homes of Past Nevada Governors
A walking tour highlighting the homes of former Nevada governors is being offered on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month by the Friends of the Nevada State Museum. The 9 a.m. tour, which is open to individuals and groups, is scheduled for today, Aug. 8, Aug. 22, Sept. 12 and Sept. 26. Local…… MORE
Fire Restrictions Now in Effect in The Tahoe National Forest
Fire restrictions go into effect July 25 within the Tahoe National Forest. According to Forest Supervisor Eli Ilano, “After record precipitation this past winter, hot and dry summer weather has created conditions on the Forest that could support large fire growth. We want to ensure a fun and safe summer for everyone.” No open fires,…… MORE
City Wants to Know What You Think of The Updated Master Plan
The City of Reno has released the first draft of its updated Master Plan. City Manager Sabra Newby says, while there is still work to be done, the draft signifies a major step toward adopting a new, comprehensive plan that outlines a path to achieving the community’s vision for our city’s future as Reno continues…… MORE
Storm Knocks Down Power Poles in Fernley
A Monday evening storm knocked approximately 18 power poles down in Fernley. Farm District Road will be closed from Jasmine Lane to Red Rock Road; in addition, access roads are closed to Farm District. Power poles are de-energized; however, crews are asking the public to avoid this area until further notice. NV Energy are severing…… MORE
Crews Responding to Lightning-Sparked Fires in Washoe Valley & Gardnerville
East Fork Fire Protection District says a lightning-sparked wildfire broke out near Gardnerville early this morning. The Preacher fire has already burned nearly a hundred acres near the Preachers Mine, just off of Pinenut Road. According to officials, no homes are threatened. A brush fire in Washoe Valley, burning near the site of last year’s…… MORE
Reno Fire Department Investigating Motorhome Fire
The Reno Fire Department is investigating a structure fire that broke out on 4th Street just south of the old Ferris Motel in downtown. The blaze broke out around 3:30 this morning, and crews say a motorhome was destroyed. The cause of the fire is under investigation.… MORE
Nevada Air National Guard Will Assist California Firefighters
At the request of the U.S. Forest Service, one Nevada Air National Guard C-130 aircraft will deploy Saturday to support firefighting efforts in central California. The Nevada Air National Guard’s activation as a firefighting surge capacity for the U.S. Forest Service could last up to one month, depending on the need for assets fighting fires…… MORE
Nevada’s Natural Heritage Program Gets Grant to Develop Wetland Program
Nevada’s Natural Heritage Program has been awarded $445K grant to further develop the state’s wetland program. Springs and other wetlands in dry landscapes like Nevada provide crucial habitat for many of Nevada’s native plant and animal species. They also help to purify water, regulate floods and drought, and provide groundwater recharge. The two-year grant is…… MORE
Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval Takes a Trip to South America
Governor Brian Sandoval is off on another international trade mission, his ninth, this time to South America. He’ll be visiting foreign leaders and trying to make business connections. Steve Hill of the Governors Office of Economic Development tells the Nevada Independent, these things take time and they don’t expect an immediate return on the investment,…… MORE
