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Sheriff’s Detectives Investigate a Homicide in Verdi
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Detectives Division is investigating a homicide in Verdi, which was reported in the late evening hours of Tuesday, March 22nd. At approximately 10:39 PM, Washoe County Dispatch received a 911 domestic disturbance call from a residence in the 600 block of Canal Street. The reporting party advised that the dispute […]
Douglas County Search and Rescue Team Rescues Six Skiers
Stateline, NV…On Sunday, March 20th, 2011, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Team (DCSAR) rescued six skiers off the mountain just outside the Heavenly Ski Resort area, in Stateline, NV. At approximately 1:00 pm, DCSAR was called out for a lost 16 year-old snowboarder in the Palisades area, off Lower Kingsbury Grade, in […]
Traffic Update…Pretty Good For A Storm Morning
Truckee, CA…Things are looking pretty good for a storm morning. On I-80 there is a big rig without chains stuck near the vista point. In South Lake there is a non-injury accident at Wilson & 5th. Lets Be Careful Out There!
Washoe County Commissioners Accept Internal Audit of Sierra Fire Protection District; Chief Agrees to Comply with Recommendations
Washoe County Commissioners accepted an internal audit report presented to them today by Internal Auditor Alison Gordon and heard from Sierra Fire Protection Chief Michael Greene that he agreed with the findings and will immediately begin to implement its recommendations. At their December 14, 2010 meeting, County Commissioners had requested an internal audit of the […]
Sheriff testing new electronic ticketing program to increase efficiency and safety
At a time when local governments are searching to save millions of dollars in efficiencies, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is testing a new mobile technology system that is expected to improve the efficiency and accuracy of accident investigations and citations, while increasing officer safety and saving taxpayer’s money. The new hand-held electronic system from […]
Washoe County Awards $2.6 Million Worth of Construction Projects to Nevada Firms
At their regularly scheduled meeting today, Washoe County Commissioners awarded more than $2.6 million worth of public works construction contracts to Nevada contractors: $1,727,000 awarded to Savage and Son, located in Washoe County, to upgrade the 46 year old Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system located at the historic Washoe County Courthouse located in […]
2nd Annual Award Winning Community Moonlight Snowshoe
Incline Village, CA…2nd Annual Award Winning Community Moonlight Snowshoe To Snowflake Lodge – FRIDAY, APRIL 15, 2011 The Incline Village Parks and Recreation Department and community partners Diamond Peak, Brimm’s Catering, and The Village Ski Loft are proud to receive a Nevada Parks & Recreation Society 2011 Program Excellence Award for the 1st Annual Community […]
California Snowpack Has River Outfitters Looking Forward to 2011 Rafting Season
ANGELS CAMP, CA – March 22, 2011 – The California Department of Water Resources (CDWR) is reporting an above average snowpack in the Sierra which has river outfitter O.A.R.S. getting ready for an exciting, extended season of thrill-stacked whitewater rafting. This year’s snowpack is expected to produce higher water levels, faster flows, bigger rapids, and […]
In First YouTube Address, Brown Calls on Legislature to Think as “Californians First,” Let Voters Decide on Taxes
SACRAMENTO – In his first YouTube address since taking office, Governor Jerry Brown is calling on state legislators to let voters have a voice in deciding how to solve the state’s budget crisis. Brown gave Californians an update on budget negotiations in Sacramento during a three minute check-in filmed in his Capitol office. The state […]