NNPH introducing new temporary food establishment permit, online application system
Public forum to explain changes May 7, 5:30 p.m. at NNPH and via zoom
Apr 30, 2024
Farm Day returns to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
Celebrate spring with Farm Day by bringing the family to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park’s Nevada Farms and Families area with activities from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday April 28.
Washoe County appoints Behavioral Health Administrator Julia Ratti
Washoe County has hired Julia Ratti to fill the newly created position of Behavioral Health Administrator. This position was created in January this year to oversee the assessment and improvement of a regional system of care for mental health and substance use...
Second Judicial District Court hosts ‘Lawyer in the Library’ special event sponsored by the Northern Nevada Women Lawyers Association
The Washoe County Law Library of the Second Judicial District Court has partnered with the Northern Nevada Women Lawyers Association to host a special Lawyer in the Library event to celebrate Law Day 2024. It will be held Wednesday, May 1, 2024, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Washoe County Law Library at 75 Court St. in downtown Reno. No registration is required. First come, first served.
Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Washoe County receives $14.5 million from State of Nevada for West Hills behavioral health hospital renovation
NNPH kicks off National Bike Month with Biketopia celebration
Event connects residents with resources, helmet fittings, bike repairs and a chance to win free prizes
Washoe County Partial Abatement Claim Forms Mailed
Reminder to property owners to check the tax cap on your property
Director of Programs and Projects
Northern Nevada Public Health is currently hiring for a Director of Programs and Projects. Apply by May 2, 2024, to be considered for this excellent career opportunity!
Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting
The Board heard a presentation by Grant Denton, Karma Box Founder, and operator of Safe Camp. Denton outlined the programs offered at the low-barrier shelter as a housing-first model with a focus on permanent housing.
Washoe County Communications Division premieres documentary on the state of homelessness in Washoe County, launches discussions for future of services for the vulnerable
As Washoe County nears the three-year mark of having assumed lead responsibility for homeless programs in the region, the Washoe County Communications Division has released a documentary of first-person accounts titled “Home: Rebuilding Hope for Washoe’s Homeless.” The documentary premiered April 10 at The_Theater to an audience of participants, service providers, elected officials, government staff, and business owners and residents who have a stake in helping the homeless community. The premiere was followed by a robust forward-looking discussion of available services and those that are lacking in Washoe County.