Local programs serving veterans got a boost from The NV Energy Foundation, as part of their annual Power of Good Giveaway. They had asked the public to vote on non-profit organizations which support active duty or military veterans. The big winner was the Veterans Guest House, which provides lodging for VA hospital patients and their…… MORE
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Red Cross Offers Flood Tips For Northern Nevada
The Northern Nevada Chapter of the American Red Cross has flood tips for Northern Nevada. First, an emergency kit that includes a-three-day supply of non-perishable food and water—one gallon per person, per day for drinking and hygiene. A battery-powered radio, a flashlight and extra batteries, first aid kit, medications and medical items. If they’re at…… MORE
Latest Storm Information, Sandbag Locations
A strong, warm atmospheric river headed our way has triggered a series of flood watches and warnings for western Nevada and the Lake Tahoe-area into the weekend. The National Weather service issued a flood warning effective Saturday morning to early Sunday for the Truckee River in Reno and Sparks, as well as further downstream in…… MORE
Reno Police Investigating Drive-By Shooting on Wrondel Way
Reno Police are investigating a drive-by shooting that happened early this morning. Just after 1:30a.m. police were called out to the 2600 block of Wrondel Way on a report of shots fired. When they arrived they found casings on the ground. There were no injuries. Witnesses reported seeing the shots fired from a white passenger…… MORE
Have You Seen This Fallon Robbery Suspect?
The Fallon Police Department has released a photo of a suspect involved in an armed robbery March 30th. Police say the man walked into the North Taylor Street Mini-Market wearing a bandana and hood to hide his face, and forced an employee to give him cash. The robber had a small caliber semi-automatic pistol. Police…… MORE
Have You Seen Those Blue Pinwheels Around Town?
April is recognized as National Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month, and thousands of blue pinwheels are being placed throughout the community to raise awareness.… MORE
The Newest School Being Built With WC-1 Funds
Nick Polikidas Elementary, the newest school being built with money collected under WC-1, had its groundbreaking last month.… MORE
Artown Board Chooses Four Finalists to Take Over The Lear Theater
It’s now up to the folks on the Artown Board to chose one of four finalists to take over ownership of the vacant Lear Theater that sits just steps away from the River and Wingfield Park. It’s down to Mercury Momentum, Sierra School of Performing Arts, the Alchemist Theatre, and a partnership between Merry War…… MORE
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Looking For Missing Teenager
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a missing 14-year-old girl. Giovanni “Bella” Albiniano was last seen around 8 p.m. Thursday the area of Yukon Drive and 9th Avenue. She was last seen wearing a blue sweatshirt with “Schurz” in white lettering and black yoga pants.… MORE
Gov Not Sure Deploying Nevada Guard to Border is a Good Idea
Some governors from border states say they would resist any attempt to send National Guard troops from their states, if asked by the administration. The Governors of Texas, Arizona and New Mexico expressed support. So what about Nevada? Mary-Sarah Kinner, the communications director for Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval, said in a statement to CNN the…… MORE
