Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford advises Nevadans to be wary of scams that prey upon users of the popular online game “Fortnite.” Users may play “Fortnite” online across multiple gaming and computer platforms where the objective is to be the last player standing in this survival game that pits users against zombie-like creatures. The game…… MORE
Category Archives: KOH Local News
Nevada Gaming Fact Book Released
The Nevada Resort Association released the latest edition of the Nevada Gaming Fact Book, which provides an in-depth assessment of the gaming and tourism industry’s economic impact across the state. Published every two years, the Nevada Gaming Fact Book provides a comprehensive look into the contributions of the state’s largest industry through employment, investment dollars,…… MORE
Nevada Double Killer Wants Execution
Two months after convicted killer Scott Dozier took his own life, another Nevada death row inmate is trying to clear the way for his own execution. Kevin Lisle has waived all appeals and understands he faces death by lethal injection. 48 year old Lisle was convicted in 1994 of killing two 19 year old men,…… MORE
Nevada Might Raise the Minimum Age for Marriage
Of the many things under consideration at the state capital this week, is a change in the marriage age. It’s been proposed that Nevada raise the age of legal marriage to 18, without exceptions. A similar bill was voted down in Idaho in the past few weeks. The current legal minimum age in Nevada is…… MORE
Lyon County to Become 2nd Amendment Sanctuary?
“Carson Now” is reporting, Lyon County Commissioners are considering voting to make Lyon a “2nd Amendment Sanctuary County.” Just what that means is unclear. This is in reaction to the new law passed in the legislative session and signed by the Nevada Governor requiring background checks on private gun sales. Apparently they’re developing a resolution…… MORE
Do You Know an “Everyday Hero?”
The American Red Cross of Northern Nevada are asking for nominations for their “Everyday Heroes” program. It’s your chance to let them know about a person, organization, or even a pet who goes above and beyond in the community.… MORE
TMCC Hosting Workshops For Those Interested in a Career in Healthcare
Truckee Meadows Community College is inviting people interested in the learning about healthcare careers to a number of sessions coming up on campus.… MORE
The National Popular Vote Movement Gaining Momentum
Critics say the National Popular Vote movement would dilute Nevada’s swing state status, but backers say the focus on battleground states leaves the rest of the country behind in Presidential campaigns.… MORE
Nevada Voter Numbers on The Rise
The Nevada Secretary of State’s office has seen an increase of active registered voters statewide during the month of February 2019 when compared to January 2019. The total number of active registered voters in Nevada is now 1,595,162, an increase of 5,115, or 0.32% since last year. In the Silver State there’s now more than…… MORE
Local Fire Crews Getting Some Disaster Street Management Training This Week
The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District is partnering with Reno and Sparks Fire, the City of Elko, Carson City, East Fork Fire, Central Lyon County Fire, and North Lake Tahoe Fire, and fire reps from California, Oregon, Montana, and Michigan for peer group training this week. They’re focusing on disaster stress management for firefighters and…… MORE
