He left his job as Reno City Manager under the cloud of sexual harassment allegations, now Andrew Clinger will serve as the Chief Financial Officer of the Nevada System of Higher Education. Clinger will start his new job December 26th. Separate investigations cleared him of violations of the city’s discrimination or harassment policies. He was…… MORE
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Schedule of Events Surrounding The Inauguration of Nevada’s New Governor Announced
A schedule of events surrounding the inauguration of Nevada Governor-elect Steve Sisolak was released this week, along with a new website detailing the events. The swearing-in of Governor-elect Sisolak will take place Monday, Jan. 7 on the steps of the Nevada Capitol in Carson City. A variety of public, community events will take place leading…… MORE
Senator Dean Heller Gives Farewell Speech
Senator Dean Heller thanked his family and staff, and touted the work of his office in a farewell speech on the floor of the Senate. Heller cited his work on veterans’ issues and the 2017 Republican tax overhaul as among his top accomplishments in his seven years in the Senate. Nevada’s Democratic Sen. Catherine Cortez…… MORE
Cortez-Masto, Rosen Appointments & Committees Announced
Senator Catherine Cortez Masto has landed a plum appointment in the next Congress. She will serve on the powerful Senate Finance Committee. The Senator says she’s honored to have the opportunity to serve Nevadans on key committees and advocate for their interests. Senator-elect Jacky Rosen will be joining five Senate committees when she begins her…… MORE
Nevada Wildlife Biologist Has Protection Order Against Animal Activist
The RGJ is reporting, a judge is ordering a Tahoe Animal Rights Activist to keep her distance from an employee of the Nevada Department of Wildlife. Judge Pierre Hascheff issued a protection order against Carolyn Stark of Incline Village, who was caught on camera harassing Wildlife Biologist Heather Reich, pursuing her on a highway in…… MORE
Washoe County School District Wants Your Feedback
The Washoe County School District is asking for feedback on where to place a new elementary school—which is in the early planning stages— in the Cold Springs area. A survey is open to all residents of Washoe County, and responses from residents of Cold Springs are especially welcome. The survey is open through December 17.…… MORE
Reno Firefighters Continue Their Holiday Tradition Saturday
Reno Firefighters continue a long tradition Saturday. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., current and retired Reno firefighters and their families will be assembling and delivering holiday food baskets to pre-selected families, continuing a tradition that began more than 80 years ago. Families are selected for the program through referrals from a number of community-based…… MORE
Gov Sandoval Tries To Ease the Doctor Shortage in Nevada
Governor Brian Sandoval announced funding for four graduate medical education residency and fellowship programs, intended to grow Nevada’s physician workforce. The Governor accepted the recommendations of his Graduate Medical Education Task Force for distribution of $3.3 million approved in the executive budget during the 2017 legislative session. Sandoval says ensuring Nevadans have access to high-quality…… MORE
Hoax E-Mails With Bomb Threats Reported in Washoe County
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office have received several reports of emailed bomb threats demanding Bitcoin payments. The reports have come from various areas of the county and all appear to be hoaxes at this time. Anyone who receives such a threat is encouraged to check their home or business for anything unusual or suspicious, and…… MORE
Farm Bill Wins Bipartisan Support From Nevada Delegation
The $867 billion farm bill, that includes food assistance for 440,000 Nevadans, was passed by the House Wednesday after Senate approval earlier this week. Nevada’s entire congressional delegation democrats and republicans voted for the bill. Congresswoman Dina Titus was enthusiastic about the bill calling it a “Victory for families, animals and the environment,” and adds…… MORE
