(Carson City, NV) — The Nevada Gaming Control Board will soon have a new chair — Mike Dreitzer, who most recently served as CEO of Gaming Arts. Governor Joe Lombardo yesterday announced Dreitzer would succeed Kirk Hendrick, who is stepping down at the end of the current legislative season. Dreitzer’s career includes a term as…… MORE
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Reno Woman to Complete NV State Parks Passport Challenge on Horseback
A woman from Reno will soon become the first person to complete the Nevada State Parks Passport Challenge entirely on horseback. On May 3rd, Samantha Szesciorka and her horse, Sage, will visit Mormon Station State Park in Genoa and become the first person to visit all 15 of Nevada’s state parks on horseback. Samantha and…… MORE
Thousands Protest President Trump, Gov. Lombardo at Rally in Carson City
(Carson City, NV) — Thousands of people gathered outside of the Nevada Legislature in Carson City to protest President Trump and Governor Joe Lombardo. Saturday’s rally featured about four-thousand people protesting what they call authoritarian actions by President Trump. They also called out controversial remarks made by Governor Lombardo earlier this month. A speech he…… MORE
2 Hospitalized After Head-On Crash Near Lake Tahoe
(Crystal Bay, NV) — Two people are hospitalized after a head-on crash near Lake Tahoe. The crash happened early Sunday morning, north of Crystal Bay, in the area of State Route 28 and Gonowabie Road. The cause of the crash has not been determined. It is being investigated by the North Lake Tahoe Fire Department,…… MORE
Nevada Assembly Passes ‘Lock the Clock’ Bill
(Carson City, NV) — Nevada is a step closer to becoming the third U.S. state that does not change time in the spring and fall. On Thursday, the Nevada Assembly passed the “Lock the Clock” bill. If fully passed, it would do away with springing forward and falling back an hour. The bill, authored by…… MORE
City of Reno Takes Over Control of Reno-Tahoe Airport Fire Department
(Reno, NV) — The city of Reno is now in control of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Fire Department. The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority transferred the airport’s fire services to the city this week. It means two-dozen airport firefighters are now employed by the city of Reno. Officials say the move was needed since the airport is growing,…… MORE
Incline Village Homicide Suspect Booked Into Washoe County Jail
The suspect in a recent homicide in Incline Village is now behind bars at Washoe County Jail. Manuel Lopez Gomez was arrested on Wednesday. The investigation started last Thursday, when a woman was found dead inside a home in Incline Village. Police have not identified the victim and the cause of her death is unclear.…… MORE
Washoe County Library Director Jeff Scott Resigns
Washoe County will be looking for a new library director. On Wednesday, former library director Jeff Scott voluntarily resigned from his position. His decision came ahead of a scheduled board meeting to discuss his future. Library board members recently gave Scott low effectiveness ratings on his 90-day evaluation. Stacy McKenzie is assistant library director. It’s…… MORE
Fans Want Refunds After Disappointing Mr. Beast Experience
(Las Vegas, NV) — Fans of Mr. Beast are seeking refunds after being disappointed in his Las Vegas experience. Followers of the YouTube influencer paid a thousand dollars a ticket for a three-day event held this week at Resorts World Las Vegas called the “Mr. Beast Experience.” It was billed as being “immersive” and “unforgettable,”…… MORE
Washoe County Commission Considering Cost-Cutting Measures Amid $8M Budget Deficit
(Reno, NV) — The Washoe County Commission is looking into cost-cutting measures as it faces an eight-million-dollar budget deficit. At Tuesday’s meeting, the commission discussed the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The more than one-billion-dollar budget, proposed by county manager Eric Brown, features a hiring freeze, a vacancy review process and a reduction in…… MORE
