Polaris Industries is planning to build a new distribution facility in Fernley, aimed at providing additional distribution capacity, improving delivery speed and customer service, and optimizing operations. Polaris selected Fernley due to its “strategic location, skilled workforce and strong local and state support for economic development.” The approximately 37-acre site offers Polaris close proximity to…… MORE
Category Archives: KOH Local News
Some Home High Tech Helps ID Suspect
The home security device known as “Ring” helped Reno police identify a man they suspect of burglarizing a Reno home and vehicle. Ring is a video doorbell service, that connects to an app on your phone, and shows real time video of your front door. The victims car was first broken into in downtown Reno,…… MORE
Casinos, Douglas County Team Up for Tahoe Area Cleanup
Harrah’s Entertainment and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office recently teamed up to clean up the forested area behind Mont Bleu and Harrah’s Casino in Stateline. In years past the area has been known for a small group of homeless people who camp there illegally. A few members of Douglas County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team, along with…… MORE
Wildfire in Smith Valley Cause by Vehicle Fire
Authorities say the 1,200-acre Upper Colony Fire in Smith Valley was caused by a vehicle fire. They say the small fire quickly spread to the wildland due to erratic winds. At this time the fire is 72-percent contained, with full containment expected June 27th. No structures are threatened, and no injuries reported. FEMA has authorized…… MORE
South Lake Tahoe Police Investigating Molestation Charges at Child Care Center
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department has arrested a man on charges he committed child sexual assault at a child care center over a two year period. David Rodriguez-Flores’ bail is set at $500,000. Police first learned of a possible sexual assault at Pequenos Rascals Learning Center June 15th. Police arrested Rodriguez-Flores yesterday without incident.…… MORE
Hitting The Water This Weekend? The Reno Fire Dept Hopes You Do It Safely
We’re heading into 90 degree temps through next week, and it’s a perfect time to tube the river. Reno Fire hopes you take safety precautions before you go.… MORE
Organizers Preparing For The Nugget’s Star Spangled Sparks
Fourth of July is just a couple weeks away, and that means it’s time to make plans to meet up in Victorian Square for the Nugget’s Star Spangled Sparks.… MORE
Mormon Cricket Populations Are on The Rise in Northern Nevada
The Nevada Department of Agriculture says Mormon cricket populations are on the rise, so if you see the pesky bugs, let their agency know.… MORE
Reno Man Sentenced on Child Pornography Charges
A Reno man who used “KIK Messenger” to view more than 2,000 images and videos of child pornography has been sentenced to five years in federal prison, and 20 years of supervised release. 21-year-old Ian Michael Ramsey pleaded guilty to one count of receipt of child pornography. In addition to the prison term, he will…… MORE
Convicted Killer Scott Dozier Will be Executed Next Month
Convicted killer Scott Dozier is now set to be executed by lethal injection at Ely State Prison the week of July 9th. Clark County Jugde Jennifer Togliatti signed the death warrant. The state is apparently prepared to use a three drug cocktail to accomplish the state’s first execution in a dozen years. The ACLU of…… MORE
