BACK TO SCHOOL IN WASHOE COUNTY — Today is the first day of school for Washoe County students, and after an interim year in the position, Traci Davis, the district’s new superintendent, says she and her staff are ready for the 63,000 kids heading back. Davis has been meeting with each department in the district,…… MORE
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WORTHY READS ‘ROUND THE WEB
(From KOH: In the course of writing and broadcasting news & views everyday, we come across great articles we wish we’d written. Here are snipets from some we think are worth your time & consideration!) … YES WE DID! — “[Obama] does not run the country. [It] runs because 140 million Americans drag their [asses] out of bed & go…… MORE
Did I interview the next President of the United States?
at the Inaugural Basque Fry event put on by Attorney General Adam Laxalt.… MORE
TODAY’S NEWS: RENO, SPARKS, CARSON, TAHOE & NORTHERN NEVADA
BURNING MAN BANS SOME DRONES Burning Man is banning “hobbyist” drones at this year’s festival and will limit the use of other drones. The event will provide some permits for drones used for media coverage, or art performances, but few other purposes. As many as 200 drones hovered over the event last year.…… MORE
KEYSTONE CONSTRUCTION DELAYS TILL AUG
KEYSTONE IMPROVEMENTS WILL CAUSE DELAYS — RTC has begun road improvements on Reno’s Keystone Ave. that may inconvenience drivers until early August. From University Terrace to Coleman Drive, new bike lanes will be created, deteriorating sidewalks will be replaced and vehicle travel lanes will be reduced from two lanes in each direction to one in each direction. The improvements will create…… MORE
Breaking News: Lafayette theater shooting
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GREAT STUFF TO DO HERE!
With livable outdoor temps all year, unbridled open spaces, four distinct seasons, and the wonders of Lake Tahoe in our back yard, Northern Nevada never ceases to provide BIG choices for outdoor FUN. Come join us! For a complete list, subscribe to our events list on Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1DsYLe4. Sept. 19 RED, WHITE & BREW — The event featuring premier wine, beer and…… MORE
CRIME AND PUNISHMENT NEWS
FOUND & ARRESTED! Last week’s Warrant Wednesday subject, Ashton Spohn, was arrested Thursday evening by the Reno Police Department and booked into the Washoe County Detention Facility without bail. In addition to the original warrant, Spohn faces multiple charges related to possessing stolen vehicles, resisting arrest and obstructing. RPD collaborated with Washoe County Sheriffs to find Spohn, a burglary suspect who fled…… MORE
THESE NORNEV FOLKS NEED YOUR HELP
BE COOL, JOIN THE FAN CLUB! Our news partner KOLO 8 News Now is working with Washoe Senior Services to help local seniors stay cool this summer. If you know someone 60 or older who does not have A/C or needs fans to help cool their homes, please contact Washoe County Senior Services at (775) 328-2575, or stop by the Senior…… MORE
GAY MARRIAGE TO BE LEGAL IN EVERY STATE
KKOH.COM – The Supreme Court has ruled that LGBT people have the same right to marry as men and women do, according to the Constitution, effectively striking down gay marriage bans in 14 states and ensuring all Americans can enjoy the rights, privileges and protections of marriage, regardless of sexual orientation. In a 5-4 decision, the highest court in the…… MORE
