Riverbend Park is Washoe County’s newest recreation site, positioned on the bank of the Truckee River near Verdi. Commissioner Mariluz Garcia has allocated part of her District 3 Special Funds for improvements to the park, and this week she will join Washoe County...
Upcoming Washoe County Board of Commissioners Meeting will be December 16, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
In two separate actions today, the Board of County Commissioners approved funding to better serve those in need of mental health care while serving time in the Washoe County Jail. A $15 million grant from the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services will enable the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office to continue its Jail Based Mental Health Program through June 2027. The original grant of $5.8 million was approved in April 2024, and today an additional $9.9 million was approved.
Washoe County is proud to partner with Redwood Materials and UNR’s Tech Hub to pilot prototype bins to improve safety and success with consumer-level lithium-battery recycling. This is part of the national goal to develop a full domestic battery supply chain here in Nevada.
July 4, 2026, marks the Nation’s semi quincentennial – or 250th anniversary – of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Beginning in January, the timeless columned entrance to the Washoe County Historic Courthouse will be open one day each month. Shortly after 8 a.m., Court will hold a Moment of Honor led by a local champion of democracy who will lead the Pledge of Allegiance and present a local musical artist to perform a patriotic song. The champion will also be given the opportunity to lead a presentation on a selected historical figure – who may make a special appearance - significant to America’s 250 years of nationhood.
Upcoming Washoe County Board of Commissioners Meeting will be December 9, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
Avoid the holiday shopping frenzy. Use these ideas to save money, give loved ones meaningful gifts, and be nicer to the planet.
Most Washoe County offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 27-28, for Thanksgiving and Family Day. Family Day is recognized as a Nevada state holiday and is always the day after Thanksgiving.
The change in seasons can bring new environmental and maintenance issues for homeowners. Prevention is the best method to combat unwanted pests and dangers during the winter months.
The following are highlights from today’s Washoe County Board of County Commissioners meeting: 1. Board approves purchase of ballot marking devices, extends contract through 2030: The board approved Registrar of Voters Andrew McDonald’s request to purchase...