The Nevada Department of Wildlife has some great news for anglers, they’re stocking the Truckee River tomorrow, specifically at Fisherman’s Park. They’ll also be off loading lots of trout at the Booth Street Bridge, Crystal Peak Park, and the Verdi Bridge. New fishing licenses went into effect on March 1st, and don’t forget top get…… MORE
Amodei Gets “Native Land Act” Passed
Legislation that would give Nevada tribes more control over land is moving through the House. Congressman Mark Amodei’s “Nevada Native Nations Land Act,”unanimously passed the House Natural Resources Committee. Congressman Amodei says it doesn’t make sense for the Department of Interior to maintain jurisdiction over these lands. Amodei think local tribes having control is a…… MORE
Ski World Cup Could Be Coming to Our Area
The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association says Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows is one of the finalist locations for the Audi FIS Ski World Cup in 2017. The resort is just one place being considered to host the event, which will feature slalom and giant slalom races. Potentially, the races would take place March 10th and 11th…… MORE
Sparks Police Investigate Fatal Crash
Sparks police responded to a fatal accident near the intersection of Vista Boulevard and North Wingfield Parkway. Around 6:15 Sunday night, a motorcyclist hit a curb and was thrown from his bike. Paramedics attempted to resuscitate him, but he was pronounced dead at the scene. The name of the victim has not been released pending notification…… MORE
Three Vehicle Crash Closes S. Virginia Exit
A three vehicle accident left a corvette and a pickup truck in flames. Investigators say the corvette was headed southbound on exit 61 from I-580 to South Virginia Street around 8:45 Sunday night when it struck a pick up truck which then collided with a Jeep. The jeep had minor damage, but both the truck and…… MORE
Tesla And Switch Endorse Energy Choice
Tesla and Switch have endorsed the Energy Choice Initiative, which is still in the signature gathering phase. It would amend the state constitution to introduce competition into the electricity sector, and allow consumers freedom to choose. Switch is committed to powering its data centers with 100% renewable energy. As for Tesla, they are strong supporters…… MORE
Successful Drone Test Completed in Nevada
Flirtey, the independent drone delivery company, successfully completed the first fully autonomous, FAA-approved, urban drone delivery in the U.S.. In an uninhabited residential area in Hawthorne, the company delivered a package that included bottled water, emergency food and a first aid kit by drone. Governor Brian Sandoval says he’s thrilled that Flirtey is testing its…… MORE
Tahoe Tourists Target of Rental Scam
Planing a vacation trip to Lake Tahoe? The El Dorado County District Attorney’s office is warning about a Craigslist scam that’s preying on tourists. Scammers are now posting real vacation rental photos on their Craigslist ads, mostly the larger properties because they can get more money, and raking in thousands from unsuspecting visitors. In fact,…… MORE
You Can Tour An Historic Nevada Prison
The historic Nevada State Prison in Carson City will open for tours next month. Tours will start April 16 as a fundraiser for the Carson City Chamber of Commerce. Former prison director Glen Whorton, who is also head of the prison’s preservation society, says he hopes to then start public tours two to three days…… MORE
Man Arrested For Vandalizing Cemetery
A man was arrested on Saturday for allegedly committing multiple crimes, including vandalizing a cemetery. Police said they received a call from personnel at the Truckee Cemetery District stating that vandalism had occurred on their property overnight. They found graffiti in the gazebo area and several markers defaced. Officers collected evidence at the scene, and…… MORE
