The Reno/Sparks Association of Realtors released its report on existing home sales in Reno, Sparks and Fernley, including median sales price and number of home sales in the region. During September 2019, the report showed Reno-Sparks had 561 sales of existing single-family homes; an increase of 22 percent from September 2018 and a 10 percent…… MORE
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Part Three of Our Five Part Series, Reno Development: Building The Truckee Meadows
It’s no secret that we’re in a housing shortage, and there’s not a lot of land in the Truckee Meadows left for construction. But, some developers are opting for infill, buying small parcels with intentions of maximizing the land with as much housing as possible. We’ll talk with a local developer who’s helping ease the…… MORE
Take a Free Tour of The Indian Lakes Off-Range Wild Horse Corral in Fallon
The Bureau of Land Management is offering a behind the scenes look at the Indian Lakes Off-Range Wild Horse and Burro Corral in Fallon, and the tour is free and open to the public. Jason Lutterman with the BLM runs down the itinerary. You’re asked to rsvp, as space is limited. If you’d like to…… MORE
Open Enrollment Period Is Almost Here
Open enrollment period is almost here. We checked in with an expert, who advises taking some time to get this right, and be aware of changing circumstances in your benefits.… MORE
Is Nevada Haunted?
Halloween is coming soon. It may not surprise you to learn, Nevada is one of the most haunted states of all. A company called “Brandwatch” has been scouring Twitter to find the most haunted states, by tracking reports of hauntings.… MORE
New Mural Unveiled on South Virginia Street
A mural was unveiled this week on South Virginia that depicts the people who founded Northern Nevada. The artwork on the 900 block of South Virginia shows a miner, Native American, Mexican dancers, the Reno Arch to represent gaming, and Julia Bulette, the Virginia City prostitute who was murdered in the 1800s. Delgado says these…… MORE
Poker Tournament Will Benefit Gold Star Families
Jason Somerville’s Run It Up Reno Charity Poker Tournament is on the way this week to the Peppermill Casino Resort and Spa. Matt Stout with the event says they’re raising money this year for Gold Star families. The tourney kicks off Friday and goes through the 21st. Get more info at FoldedFlagCSOP.givesmart.com.… MORE
Central Lyon Fire Protection District Gets Two New Engines
Central Lyon Fire Protection District has two new fire engines, the first new equipment in almost a decade. They’re Type 3 fire engines, also known as brush trucks, and will be in service at Station 35 in Dayton and 37 in Stagecoach once mobile radios are installed. Central Lyon Fire Protection District services Dayton, Mark…… MORE
Reno Police Warning Residents About Real Estate Scam
The Reno Police Department has become aware of a real estate scam, in which residents in escrow are being deceived into sending money to fraudulent companies, by way of spoof email accounts. Use caution when replying and complying with instructions provided by email accounts. Look closely at the email account name, its characters and domain…… MORE
Fernley Woman Has Alleged Ties to International Drug Cartel
A Fernley woman is one of 85 people indicted in a massive drug ring tied to an international drug Cartel. The U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force with the assistance of Lyon County Sheriff’s Deputies found Rhiannon Hiller working at a warehouse in the USA Parkway area. She was taken into custody on a federal…… MORE
