A bill that would require businesses with 50 or more employees to offer at least three paid sick days per year has passed the Nevada Senate. SB 196 would allow the workers to use their sick days to see a therapist, or stay home with a sick family member. The bill exempts certain hospital workers,…… MORE
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Nevada Woman Accused of Bizarre Scam, Claimed Child Was Sick or Dead
A Carson City woman is accused of pretending her child was fatally ill, to raise funds. Victoria Morrison is accused of collecting money under false pretenses, using a “Go Fund Me” account online. Carson City deputies quickly learned the child was not only alive, but quite well. The child is in the hands of the…… MORE
N-DOT Dealing With a Sinkhole on U.S. 50 Near Dayton
Eastbound U.S. 50 in Dayton is down to one lane starting this week as the Nevada Department of Transportation repairs a depression or “sink hole” in the highway. NDOT has been monitoring a 15 foot section of the roadway, directly east of Dayton Valley Road which has been sinking, creating dips in the driving surface.…… MORE
Senator Heller Says Trump Budget is “Anti Nevada”
Senator Dean Heller addressed the Nevada Legislature last night after his chaotic town hall in Reno. He vowed to lawmakers that he will always “Put Nevada first.” Heller says he believes debate should continue on reforming America’s health care system and immigration policies. He also touted his congressional measures seeking to bolster aid and protections for…… MORE
Chemical Spill Prompts Evacuation at Tesla Gigafactory
A 55 gallon drum of chemicals spilled Monday around noon at the Tesla Gigafactory, prompting an evacuation. Storey County Emergency Manager Joe Curtis says the chemical spilled was a cleaning agent, and the incident occurred in what’s know as a “clean room.” That means that the HVAC system would have kept the chemical inside just…… MORE
Veterans Guest House Getting a Special Honor From The Governor
The Veterans Guest House is being honored today as the Governor’s “Veteran Supporter of the Month.” The house, which let’s vets and their families stay while receiving treatment at the VA hospital, is the only one of it’s kind in the US. The ceremony is being held at the Governor’s Mansion located at 606 Mountain…… MORE
Ash Canyon Road Won’t be Reopening Anytime Soon
The Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department says Ash Canyon Road will likely remain closed for the rest of this year because of the potential for landslides, and some of the roadway has been washed out, thanks to the heavy rain this season. You can still drive on the first two miles of…… MORE
Important Reminder For Carson City Water Users
Carson City’s Public Works Department continues their annual water main flushing program this week. The flushing is going on in the Stanton Park area north of Butti Way, south of Highway 50, east of the freeway and west of Fairview Drive, and starts today. Residents have been notified, but if you missed the call, know…… MORE
Learn More About Recreational Marijuana at Townhall Meeting
The Tahoe Regional Young Professionals group is inviting you to a presentation this week to talk about recreational marijuana. They’ll have experts on hand to answer questions, and discuss local, state, and federal concerns related to the drug. The Tahoe Town Hall: Understanding Recreational Cannabis is free, and being held at the Tahoe Beach Retreat…… MORE
Spanish Springs High is The Home of One of The Best Rifle Teams in The Country
The Spanish Springs High School Junior ROTC Rifle Team, is one of the highest-ranked teams in the entire country. During a recent competition in Anniston, Alabama, the team placed third out of 1,700 Army Jr ROTC schools, and tenth among all military service JROTC rifle teams in the country. Spanish Springs High School Principal Tammy…… MORE
