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Celebrating the Fourth: Safety tips and office closures

Washoe County wishes everyone a safe summer and happy Fourth of July. Please be aware that it is illegal to possess or use fireworks and/or pyrotechnics within the Truckee Meadows and North Lake Tahoe Fire Districts, which includes the unincorporated areas of...

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Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners reviewed a status update on the county's Master Plan, a project known as Envision Washoe 2040. This is a high-level plan for the next several decades of development and growth in Washoe County, and incorporates numerous individual area plans and extensive public input. 

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Washoe County Regional Animal Services, Nevada Humane Society and SPCA of Northern NV unite in urgent appeal to save lives in overcapacity crisis

In a joint effort to combat an overwhelming overcapacity crisis, Washoe County Regional Animal Services (WCRAS), Nevada Humane Society (NHS) and SPCA of Northern NV issue a heartfelt plea for immediate community support. WCRAS is facing an unprecedented challenge as, after over a week of operating at critical capacity, on Friday, June 23, 2023, WCRAS dog kennels reached 100 percent capacity, and more dogs are continuing to arrive with nowhere to go.

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Washoe County to observe Juneteenth Independence Day

Most Washoe County offices will be closed Monday, June 19, 2023, 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...