Winter Storm On The Way! Low & Cold, Great Powder

Winter Storm On The Way!  Low & Cold, Great Powder

Stateline, NV…This Afternoon: Partly sunny, with a high near 37. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Tonight: A 30 percent chance of snow after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 19. Breezy, with a southwest wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. New snow […]

MONTBLEU’S NEW PLAYER LOYALTY PROGRAM, TROP ADVANTAGE, OFFERS GUESTS A TASTE OF THE ADVANTAGED LIFE

MONTBLEU’S NEW PLAYER LOYALTY PROGRAM, TROP ADVANTAGE,  OFFERS GUESTS A TASTE OF THE ADVANTAGED LIFE

Stateline, NV….The value-added concept prevalent with today’s consumer also applies to Casino Loyalty Programs – especially at Tahoe’s MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa (http://www.montbleuresort.com). The “Trop Advantage” offer 40 percent more comps, up to 40 percent off dining and retail, bonus free play incentives and benefits launches March 1, 2011. In addition to the restaurant, […]

Tips for Staying Safe During Winter Weather

Tips for Staying Safe During Winter Weather

Tips for Staying Safe during Winter Weather Washoe County would like to remind you to be safe during snowy weather conditions. Whether driving or staying at home, here are some tips to keep you and your property safe during inclement weather: Winter Safety from the Washoe County Roads Crews Winter Driving Tips from AAA http://www.aaaexchange.com/main/default.asp?categoryid=3&subcategoryid=55 […]

Storm Closure Information

Storm Closure Information

All closures of county facilities due to severe storm conditions will be announced on the Snow Closure Hotline: (530) 573-3050. In the event of a severe storm, employees and members of the public should consult this message line before reporting to work or visiting county facilities. Directions to avoid long distance charges if calling from […]

Learn More About the Tahoe Rim Trail Tonight

Learn More About the Tahoe Rim Trail Tonight

Incline Village, NV…We invite you to join us for our upcoming Trail Talk with host Bill Cox, one of our TRTA Volunteers on Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011. Come learn about our work on the Trail, our winter/summer Trail Use programs and where we need your help on and off the Trail. The Trail Talk will […]

Tahoe Area Ski & Snow Report for February 23, 2011

Tahoe Area Ski & Snow Report for February 23, 2011

Lake Tahoe Area…The Lake Tahoe Area has been rated as one of the best ski destinations for a reason. It has the best combination of great snow, lot’s of resorts and plenty of excitement in the evenings. The powder is back with more on the way this weekend! Be Safe & Stay in bounds! Squaw […]

County Delegation Gets Good News About Auburn State Recreation Area

County Delegation Gets Good News About Auburn State Recreation Area

Placer County officials learned during a trip to Washington, D.C. last week that President Obama’s proposed 2012 federal budget contains almost $2.7 million that would be used to support the Auburn State Recreation Area (ASRA). During the Feb. 15-17 visit, Placer County’s delegation met with several high-ranking officials from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and […]

Winter Storm Warning

Winter Storm Warning

The west slope of El Dorado County is slated to be hit with a significant snow storm on Friday, February 25, 2011 thru Saturday, February 26, 2011. According to weather services, snow accumulation above 2000 feet will range from 1 foot and up to 4 feet in the higher elevations. The Sheriff’s Office of Emergency […]

UNR Study States Washoe County Has $465 Million Annual Economic Impact and Creates Nearly 7,500 Total Jobs in Local Economy

UNR Study States Washoe County Has $465 Million Annual Economic Impact and Creates Nearly 7,500 Total Jobs in Local Economy

Washoe County Commissioners heard today that Washoe County government has a total economic impact of $465 million and creates nearly 7,500 direct and indirect jobs in our community. The report documents that for every $1 that Washoe County spends, $1.62 is invested in the community. Dr. Kambiz Raffiee, Associate Dean of the University of Nevada, […]

Washoe County Commission Awards $2.5 Million Road Work Contract

Washoe County Commission Awards $2.5 Million Road Work Contract

Washoe County Commissioners today awarded a roads contract for $2,518,147 with ability to add two additional alternatives for a total not to exceed $2.9 million. Repair and maintenance of County streets and parking lots is part of the County’s Public Works Department’s pavement infrastructure preservation program. Its objective is to keep maintenance and replacement costs […]