Home destroyed by fire in Silver Springs

A family in Silver Springs is homeless after a fire. Firefighters from the Central Lyon district, Carson City and Storey County fire departments were called to fight the flames on Prospect Avenue. No one was hurt.

More Positive COVID-19 Cases at School

A student who was present at Manogue High School Thursday tested positive for COVID-19, making it the sixth school in Washoe County to report the virus. Also Thursday, Reed High reported a positive coronavirus test.

Bars & Taverns to Remain Closed

Bars and taverns in the Reno and Las Vegas areas will remain closed for at least another two weeks, following decisions Thursday by a newly formed task force. Response chief Caleb Cage’s call to wait a while longer to lift bar closures in Washoe County, including Reno and Sparks. Cage said, “We are beginning to … Read more

Washoe Health District supports opening bars to stop house parties they say are spreading COVID-19

The Washoe County Health District wants bars to reopen immediately because they hope their opening will put an end to house parties. Health Officer Kevin Dick says house parties and family gatherings continue to be super-spreader events. He believes opening bars–where people can socialize at safe distances with masks will lead to less cases of … Read more

Sparks Mayor Loses Battle with Cancer

After a lengthy battle with pancreatic cancer, Sparks Mayor Ron Smith has died at 71 years old. Mayor Smith was sworn in as the 25th mayor of Sparks on November 13, 2018. One of Mayor Smith’s favorite periods of time was his service as the Director of the Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza Project at the … Read more