Washoe County adds under two dozen COVID-19 cases–and recoveries really soared–we saw 229 reported Sunday. Statewide, though, Nevada saw 772 new cases Friday, the largest number since mid-August. The spike is attributed to a delay in lab processing in the southern part of the state.
One person is dead and another hurt in a single-vehicle wreck near Wadsworth. It happened on State Route 447 Sunday. Troopers say the vehicle rolled over–leaving the passenger dead at the scene; the driver had to be airlifted to the hospital with serious injuries.
Governor Sisolak is allowing open houses to the delight of realtors, buyers, sellers. Up until this point, tours have been done virtually. Despite unemployment rates rising during the pandemic, and many folks out of work, the housing market has not taken much of a hit. Their are certain restrictions including masks at every property along … Read more
Four people were injured in a fire at East Fourth Street apartments, according to the Reno Fire Department on Sunday. The injuries included smoke inhalation and burns. Battalion Chief Steve Seibert said he did not know the seriousness of the injuries. The fire was reported at 2:28 a.m. at the Hi-Way 40 Motel at 1750 … Read more
A mobile home was destroyed Saturday in a fire that burned off Interstate 80 in Storey County, according to the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District. The home, which was located near Canal Road, was considered a total loss. The fire spread to the wildland, but burned just 1/4 of an acre. No one was injured.
Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak is hoping for a speedy recovery President Trump and First Lady Melania after the two were diagnosed with COVID-19. The president reported mild symptoms of the virus Friday. Sisolak was critical of the president for hosting in-person rallies with large crowds in his state last month, but nevertheless tweeted his well … Read more
Police arrest a person, who they say was behind the wheel of a hit-and-run near the Peppermill Casino. Police say it happened last night on Wrondel Way where a pick-up truck collided head-on with another truck-pushing that truck into a parked car. The victim was hospitalized. Police haven’t yet identified the person they’ve arrested.
The Wolf Pack will open its season at home against Wyoming on October 24th. The team’s annual rivalry against UNLV has been moved to October 31st, which is also Nevada Day weekend. The Pack will play a total of eight games with opponents on the schedule the same as originally devised but in a new … Read more
Full containment on the one of the deadliest wildfires in California state history is still; more than a month away. The North Complex Fire, burning across three northern California counties, has killed 15 people and burned more than 314,000 acres. The fire was nearly 80 percent contained at last check. Meanwhile, winds aren’t helping firefighters … Read more
A new performing arts venue could be coming to the Tahoe area. The Tahoe Regional Arts Foundation wants to put a visual and performing arts center on a 22-acre piece of land near Northstar. KOLO-TV reports the non-profit has reached a lease deal with Vail Resorts to use the property for up to 80 years. … Read more