Burn Code back to GREEN

Burn Code back to GREEN

The following morning update is provided by the Air Quality Management Division of the Washoe County Health District for the Reno-Sparks area for Sunday, January 9th at 8:00 a.m. A cold front pushed through last night ending last evening’s red burn ban to where this morning’s wood burning color code is Green and while the […]

Yosemite National Park to Waive Entrance Fees for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Weekend

Yosemite National Park to Waive Entrance Fees for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Weekend

Yosemite National Park, CA….In celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Yosemite National Park will offer free admission into the park starting Saturday, January 15 through Monday, January 17, 2010. The fee free waiver is for all visitors in honor of the holiday weekend. Fees being waived for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day weekend include […]

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory

There are reports of dense fog in the lower foothill, Motherlode and Placerville areas this morning. Two traffic accidents have occurred in Placerville due to the fog. PLEASE drive with extreme caution today.

National Winter Trails Day Today!

National Winter Trails Day Today!

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nv…..Join the Tahoe Rim Trail Association for its annual National Winter Trails Day! Come participate in a day of winter recreation, presentations, and activities on Saturday, January 8th, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The event will be held near the west end of Tahoe Meadows on the south side of Mt. Rose […]

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Tax Cuts Kicking In

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Tax Cuts Kicking In

The President touts the new benefits coming from the tax cut compromise for any business large or small, tens of millions of workers and families, and the economy itself….. WASHINGTON – In his weekly address, President Obama looked forward to how the tax cut package he signed into law in December will benefit millions of […]

Sheriff’s Office to Conduct an Administrative Roadside Checkpoint

Sheriff’s Office to Conduct an Administrative Roadside Checkpoint

The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting an Administrative Roadside Checkpoint on Saturday, January 8th from approximately 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on El Rancho Drive near Weems Way (Weems Park area). This checkpoint is being conducted to ensure that drivers are legally operating their vehicles pursuant to Nevada Law. While this is being […]