Volunteers are invited to attend the annual “Keep it Clean and Green” event at the Wilbur D. May Arboretum at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, April 9th. Join the May Arboretum staff, May Arboretum Society and Arboretum volunteers, Rail City Garden Center and News Talk 780 KOH for the Volunteer Spring Cleanup Day. It’s open…… MORE
Politi-Fact Going After Nevada Republicans
Politi-fact is going after some Nevada Republicans who are claiming that they actually cut taxes in 2015, despite a “record” tax package estimated at $1.4 billion. Senate Majority Leader Michael Roberson, who’s running for the state’s open 3rd Congressional District Seat, has claimed in candidate forums and on campaign flyers that lawmakers “permanently cut taxes…… MORE
Sparks Takes Action Against Homeless Camps
The City of Sparks is taking action against illegal campers. The Council decided to ban camping near the Truckee River within city limits. At least 15 homeless camps have popped up in Sparks. The city is worried about pollution in the river, the safety of residents, and the homeless themselves, urging them to use the…… MORE
Gaming Revenue Jumped 8% in February
Nevada gaming revenue jumped 8 percent in February compared with the same month a year ago, and saw across-the-board gains. The Nevada Gaming Control Board says the state’s casinos won $990 million in February. Reno casino revenue was up 7 percent to $48 million, and South Lake Tahoe revenue was up 4 percent to $16…… MORE
Phony Cancer Charities Liquidated
Two phony cancer charities that bilked more than $75 million from donors nationwide and spent most of the funds on personal expenses, will be liquidated. Cancer Fund of America, Cancer Support Services and their leader, James Reynolds, agreed to settle allegations they were part of a “massive nationwide fraud.” Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt says,…… MORE
School Board Selects New Trustee
The Washoe County School District’s board has appointed a new trustee to fill the position left vacant after Barbara McLaury announced her resignation earlier this year. Dr. Diane Nicolet will be representing District G, which covers 46 schools in the district. Nicolet has taught at the University of Nevada, Reno and TMCC and says she’s…… MORE
Results of NDOW’s Annual Fish Count
The Nevada Department of Wildlife says their annual fish count was fairly predictable because of the drought, but with all the snow and rain, anglers should see better fishing this year. NDOW does their fish count every year to get an idea of just how many fish that are still alive in the Truckee River.…… MORE
Upgrades In The Works For 580 And 395
The Nevada Department of Transportation is upgrading the roadway on Southbound 580 and US 395 in southern Washoe Valley, replacing a green glare fence with a 42 inch high concrete barrier. The 3,600 foot barrier will block more glare and headlights for oncoming traffic in the area. There will be some periodic lane closures during…… MORE
NV Drops Opposition to Anaconda Superfund Status
The state is dropping 15 years of opposition to the EPA’s push to add a toxic, World War II-era copper mine, to the priority list of the most polluted Superfund sites in the nation. Gov. Brian Sandoval said in a letter to the EPA, reported by The Associated Press, that he’s “Cautiously concurring,” with the…… MORE
Charter Schools Closed For Measles, Reopens
A Nevada City charter school was closed, because a child at the school has a confirmed case of measles. The unvaccinated child had the measles while at Yuba River Charter school on the 17th of March, so classes and after school programs were put on hold until today. Only kids that have been vaccinated for…… MORE
