Air quality in the Washoe County has really taken a hit since the Farad Fire began Monday afternoon. And those who already deal with daily respiratory problems are getting the worst of it. Healthcare pros have been seeing people coming into urgent care centers and emergency rooms since Monday evening. Symptoms of shortness of breath,…… MORE
Thousands of Acres Burned in the Long Valley Fire in Lassen County
A brush fire northwest of Reno has scorched about 5,000 acres since starting Tuesday afternoon. The Long Valley Fire is burning in Lassen County about six miles north of Doyle, California. Cal Fire reports one structure has been destroyed, and evacuations are in progress for “Hackenstaff” and “Clarks Lost” Roads. Officials estimate the fire is…… MORE
Some Changes at ‘Night in The Country’ in Yerington This Year
Night in the Country is changing the camper entrance and exits due to flood damage on Miller Lane in Yerington. West Goldfield Avenue will now be the main access to the campground entrances. The venue was not damaged during the flooding. Festival organizers have been working with public officials to create multiple contingency plans dependent…… MORE
Washoe County Health District Conducting Helicopter Drop to Prevent West Nile Spread
The Washoe County Health District Vector-Borne Diseases Program will conduct its second seasonal helicopter larviciding application in the early morning hours today (Wed) and Thursday. Subsequent applications are planned for some time in the first two weeks of August and September. The larviciding will cover the Lemmon Valley, Kiley Ranch, Red Hawk, Rosewood Lakes, Butler…… MORE
Overnight Closures Through August at The Spaghetti Bowl
Beginning Wednesday night, overnight lane closures will be in place on Interstate 580/U.S. 395 in the Reno spaghetti bowl area, as the Nevada Department of bowl between about 9 pm and 5:30 am Sunday evenings through Friday mornings. A minimum of one lane will always be available. Periodic, overnight spaghetti bowl ramp closures will also…… MORE
Clark County is Changing The Way They Conduct Elections
Clark County is changing elections. Instead of individual polling places, they’re moving to vote centers, where any registered voter can get the ballot appropriate for them. It’s like the process that works during the early voting period. The plan is any residents of Clark County can vote at ant vote center in the county. There’s…… MORE
Active Shooter Drill Scheduled in Carson City
If you see something that seems wrong in Carson City Wednesday night, it may be the “Active Shooter Drill” at the state Capitol grounds. About 140 people will be participating in the excercise. Various law enforcement agencies are taking part. It’s hosted by the Department of Public Safety Capitol Police, and the involved buildings on…… MORE
Recreational Marijuana In Unincorporated Washoe County Closer to Reality
Washoe County Commissioners approved an ordinance change to allow for temporary business licenses for recreational marijuana in unincorporated Washoe County They would begin selling August 4th.According to the State of Nevada Department of Taxation, existing businesses with medical marijuana licenses that are in good standing are eligible to apply for recreational marijuana business licenses. After…… MORE
The Aspen Fire is Getting Closer to Containment
The Aspen Fire in Palomino Valley has burned 315-acres and is 65-percent contained. Families who were evacuated have been allowed to return to their homes. The lightning-sparked fire is expected to be fully contained within the next few few days.… MORE
Fraudster Couple Sought in Carson, Douglas
The Carson City and Douglas County Sheriff’s Offices are asking for help finding suspects in multiple fraud investigations. Brandon Newberg and his wife Mindy Newberg are suspects in Carson City and Douglas County. Their last known address was on the 1300 block of Kimmerling in Gardnerville. Detectives say the Newbergs may have recently fled to…… MORE
