Washoe County reported 22 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, and no deaths, 13 patients have recovered from COVID-19. That makes 143 cases in Washoe County. A Truckee Meadows Firefighter and two Reno Police officers are among the new patients.… MORE
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Washoe County Establishes “Quarantine Housing”
Washoe County has set up “quarantine housing” at Mill Street and Edison Way for families who need alternative housing, if they have tested positive for COVID-19. Each trailer consists of five rooms, each with their own private bathroom, a queen size bed, and closet and storage space. Seven of the trailers are expected to be…… MORE
Nevada Governor Issues New Travel Advisory
Governor Steve Sisolak has issued a new travel advisory for those returning to Nevada. They are being directed to self quarantine for 14 days. The Governor says we need to continue to take preventive measures to flatten the curve. He’s also advising against any unnecessary travel, and urges aggressive self distancing for anyone traveling across…… MORE
Grand Sierra Resort Sponsoring a Vitalant Blood Drive Today
Grand Sierra Resort has joined with Vitalant to sponsor a blood drive Wednesday through through Saturday at the Reno Donation Center. To donate appointments are required to maintain social distancing. Appointments can be made online at BloodHero.com or by calling 329-6451. Vitalent is at 1125 Terminal Way in Reno.… MORE
CCW About to Expire? You Can Get an Extension
Some good news for anyone with a Concealed Weapons Permit (CCW) that has expired or is about to expire. Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam announced, his office will grant a 120-day temporary extension. This applies to any CCW that has expired or will expire on or after March 12th. Sheriff Balaam says the temporary extension…… MORE
Group Collecting Computer Equipment to Donate to Kids Stuck at Home
Jobs for Nevada graduates, a group that works with “At Risk” youth, to make sure they complete high school, is looking for computer donations that will be given to students so they can study at home.… MORE
Washoe County Woman Loses Her Husband to COVID-19
The first person in Washoe County has died from the Coronavirus. KOH’s Daniela Sonnino spoke to the wife of Bruce McCallister, who did a lot for his community in his 47 years. Bruce also leaves behind a ten year old son.… MORE
Washoe County Provides a Coronavirus Update
At Monday’s Emergency Operations Center Joint Press Conference Chairman Bob Lucey of the Washoe County Commission, expressed sympathy for the family of the first person to die in Washoe County of Covid 19, and urged all citizens to take steps to protect themselves and others. He also expressed thanks to the medical community– Lucey and…… MORE
BLM Holding Adopted Horses Through The Pandemic
The Bureau of Land Management wants to reassure wild horse adopters, they’re prepared to take care of any horses in holding, until lockdowns are lifted. They’re shooting for July for February adoptions.… MORE
Washoe County Distance Learning Begins Wednesday
Due to the current state of emergency declared by the Governor, the Washoe County School District (WCSD) will formally launch its distance learning plan tomorrow (wed). The District is providing educational materials online and in paper packets. Families who have internet access at home can access online materials, families who do not have internet accesscan…… MORE
