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Spring into family fun at Rancho San Rafael’s Farm Day

There will be many family-friendly activities including meeting farm animals from Valley Amigos Ranch, join a massive “find the turkeys” scavenger hunt, create crafts in the Discovery Room, learn about insects with Truckee Meadow Parks Foundation, visit Girl Scouts of Sierra NV themed booth and photo opportunities, play corn hole with KTMB and spin the prize wheel, check out antique tractors and engines, meet Master Gardeners handing out seed bombs, listen to the amazing Washoe County Librarians with story times and activities, and many more partners and activities! Short Tail Coffee will have warm drinks and snacks for purchase.

Apr 12, 2023

Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The following are highlights from today’s Washoe County Board of County Commissioners meeting: 1. Clara Andriola joins County Commission: Judge Lynne Simons conducted the formal swearing-in of Clara Andriola as District 4 County Commissioner. Andriola was...

Apr 12, 2023

Washoe County, NV GO Bond Rating Raised To ‘AA+’ From ‘AA’ On Positive Operations

CREDIT: S&P Global Ratings, April 6, 2023. S&P Global Ratings raised its long-term rating and underlying rating (SPUR) to 'AA+' from 'AA' on Washoe County, Nev.'s outstanding general obligation (GO) debt. The outlook is stable. "The rating action reflects...

Apr 10, 2023

Governor Joe Lombardo appoints Clara Andriola as Commissioner for District 4

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo announced the appointment of Clara Andriola to fill the vacant seat for Washoe County Commission District 4.

Apr 5, 2023

Image of the five county commissioners with the label "Meeting Highlights"

Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting

Board discusses recruitment and management of volunteer boards and committees

Mar 28, 2023

Health District WIC Program has nutrition resources, education available for families affected by SNAP reductions

Temporary COVID-19 Emergency SNAP benefits end this month

Mar 28, 2023

Washoe County’s Health Rankings to be released March 29

Media, stakeholders and partners are invited to the event

Mar 22, 2023

Gov. Joe Lombardo presents award to Dr. Laura Knight

Washoe County Medical Examiner receives prestigious Governor’s Award

Washoe County Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Laura Knight was honored with the Governor’s Award for her work promoting organ and tissue donation. Gov. Joe Lombardo and the Nevada Donor Network Foundation presented the award on March 15 in Carson City.

Mar 16, 2023

Washoe County prepares for atmospheric river and localized flooding

The National Weather Service has forecast an atmospheric river in the Reno-Tahoe region beginning Thursday. This is expected to bring heavy rainfall on top of a significant snowpack and full creeks and ditches. Washoe County has been preparing for winter weather, monitoring conditions and proactively initiating preplanned responses in known trouble areas.

Mar 8, 2023

Washoe County offers online appointment reservations with CSD

CSD is making it easier for residents to connect with experts in the fields of planning, engineering, and building at no charge to discuss their development projects. This is an opportunity to meet online, on the phone, or in person one-on-one with these experts.

Mar 3, 2023