Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners meeting
Board reapproves ARPA-funded projects including Seven Magic Mountains.
Sep 17, 2024
Davis Fire Timeline, Recap, and Resources
Thanks to the dedication and collaboration of numerous fire-fighting entities and personnel, the Davis Fire is nearing full containment. Read more for a recap of the fire and resources that residents may need as they move back into the evacuated zones.
Weekend passport appointments available in September
To celebrate a year of service to the community and commemorate National Passport Month, the Washoe County Clerk will be adding two weekends of passport appointments to its regular weekday schedule.
Davis Fire damage assessment survey available
Washoe County Emergency Management and the Nevada Division of Emergency Management are asking residents affected by the Davis Fire to provide information on the damage sustained to their property. This will help local and state authorities calculate the overall impact of the fire to the community.
Evacuation zones updated
Evacuation areas in the Davis Fire have been updated as of 12:30 p.m. September 12. The areas of Callahan Ranch, Fawn Lane, Kelly Canyon Road and all residential areas north of Mt. Rose Highway are open for homeowners to access. Residents are urged to use caution,...
Local Author and Pediatrician to Speak About Climate Change at Three Washoe County Library Events
Reno has been identified as the fastest-warming city in the United States by Climate Central, a nonprofit news organization that analyzes and reports on climate science. With the Davis Fire still burning southwest of the city, causing local school closures and mass...
Shelter Transitioning to Neil Road Recreation Center for Fire Evacuees
Water, food, and various resources available for victims of Davis Creek Fire.
Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners meeting
Washoe County Emergency Manager Kelly Echeverria presented an overview of the Davis Fire, which broke out on Saturday, Sept, 7, shortly after 2:30 p.m. and continues be an active event as it burns into its fourth day south of Reno.
South Valleys Library Closed Due to Davis Fire
Due to the ongoing Davis Fire, the South Valleys Library is expected to be closed until Monday, September 16.
Washoe County completes expansion of broadband internet in Gerlach
Washoe County leaders, residents, and business partners gathered in Gerlach last month to celebrate the expansion of broadband access, marking the culmination of years of collaboration and construction to bring high-speed internet to this rural northern Washoe County town.