Washoe County officials want to be sure the region is prepared ahead of a forecasted “Atmospheric river,” set to hit our region this week, with rains beginning Tuesday. The National Weather Service Reno, says we could see heavy precipitation causing localized flooding in areas throughout the county. Washoe County is prepared to respond with crews…… MORE
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Two of Nevada’s Most Wanted Now in the Jug
The Nevada Department of Public Safety has two of its most-wanted fugitives are in custody. Michelle Martin was announced as a most-wanted fugitive by Nevada Parole and Probation January 29th. She was wanted for parole violation after skipping supervision; she had been sentenced for Kidnapping 2nd Degree and Possession of a Stolen Vehicle. She was…… MORE
Nevada Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles Announce New Funding For Projects
The Nevada Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles has announced more than 1.2 million dollars for projects in the silver state.… MORE
Closures Begin Today on Evans Avenue For RTC Project
The Regional Transportation Commission plans to close the northbound lane of Evans Avenue from Highland Avenue to McCarran Boulevard starting today. The closures will remain through Friday, March 23. The southbound lane will remain open to traffic. The closure is timed to coincide with the University of Nevada, Reno’s spring break to minimize the impact…… MORE
More Jobs Coming to Nevada
Board members for the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development approved applications for 12 businesses throughout the state, which will create 654 new jobs, and nearly $500 million in capital investment. Governor Brian Sandoval says after leading the nation in private-sector job growth last year, Nevada is off to a strong start in 2018. For…… MORE
Cub Scouts Now Recruiting Girls in Sparks
Girls are now being recruited by the Cub Scouts. Monday night at 6:30 in the multi-purpose room of Jesse Hall Elementary School, girls in kindergarten through second grade can sign up. Cub Scout Pack 46 is holding the “Join Night,” they’re the only Cub Pack in Sparks allowed to sign girls up now.… MORE
UNR Student Outreach Clinic Scheduled For Tuesday
The next UNR Student Outreach Clinic is Tuesday, 6pm to 9pm. The Comprehensive Clinic provides general medical care, including complete physical exams and nutrition counseling. The Pediatric Clinic provides medical care for pediatric patients from newborns to teenagers. Patients are seen on a first-come basis. It is free to be seen at the clinics, but…… MORE
Looking For a Career in Law Enforcement?
The Nevada Department of Public Safety is holding a hiring event Saturday, March 24th, for candidates seeking a career in law enforcement and public safety. 80 positions are open within the Nevada DPS statewide, serving in the capacity of DPS Officer with the Nevada Highway Patrol, Parole and Probation Division, Capitol Police, and civilian positions,…… MORE
One Person Hospitalized After Crash With Snow Plow
One person was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries early Saturday morning, after crashing into an Nevada Department of Transportation snowplow on US-395 north of Parr Boulevard. NHP trooper Matt McLaughlin said the crash involved a passenger vehicle and occurred in the northbound lanes at around 12:05 a.m. Saturday. REMSA transported the driver to Renown Regional Medical…… MORE
BLM Postpones Meeting After Board Member Controversy
The BLM is postponing a meeting of the National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board. The meeting was scheduled March 27 and 28 in Salt Lake City, but only 15 days of notice were given instead of the normal 30 days. The BLM said the matter was urgent because the terms of three board members…… MORE
