Regional working group established to develop more cohesive emergency response
Washoe County Health District name change also approved, and will soon be known as Northern Nevada Public Health, Serving Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County
Jul 22, 2022
Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Nevada Cares Campus to receive on-site medical services, intended to reduce emergency response calls to the Nevada Cares Campus while also providing participants with needed medical resources.
Washoe County launches Leadership Academy
Washoe County is accepting applications to its new Washoe County Leadership Academy (WCLA), an exciting eight-month program designed to educate, inspire and encourage future community leaders. The academy begins in September and will meet once a month for eight months, with graduation in April 2023. The class of 2023 will have the opportunity to increase their professional and personal network with fellow community leaders across the county, while learning how local county government works and what Washoe County does with residents’ tax dollars.
Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting
County works with State of Nevada on broadband expansion to rural areas
Washoe County confirms final results of 2022 Primary Election
The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners approved the Canvass of the Vote in the 2022 Primary Election, certifying that the election results are final.
Washoe County reminds residents to prepare for seasonal flooding
With summer rapidly approaching and temperatures rising, flooding is a topic often overlooked in the high-desert climate of Washoe County. However, this is the exact time of year that the Washoe County Community Services Department is reminding residents to prepare for localized seasonal flooding and secure their flood insurance before it’s too late.
Family Fun Fridays are back: Washoe County Parks offers free programs under the stars
Gather around the campfire for the “Galena Campfire Programs” series on June 24
Rancho San Rafael Regional Park celebrates 40 years with birthday bash this Saturday
Washoe County’s largest regional park, Rancho San Rafael, is celebrating 40 years of fun with a birthday celebration this Saturday. The day will lift off at 6:30 a.m. with a five-balloon launch sponsored by the Great Reno Balloon Race, immediately followed by a...
Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Board approves amendment to opioid settlement; Incline Village Fourth of July celebration to feature drone light show in lieu of fireworks
Washoe County to observe Juneteenth Independence Day
Most Washoe County offices will be closed Monday, June 20, 2022, in observance of Juneteenth. Juneteenth was first recognized as a federal holiday in 2021 and commemorates the final emancipation of slaves in the United States, which occurred June 19, 1865, more...