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27/09/2025

The Reno City Council postponed a vote on Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations after a resident discovered an error in the ordinance text during public comment. Staff will revise and repost the ordinance before it returns in two weeks.

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Reno City Council delays approval of new ADU regulations due to an error in the ordinance. Residents voice concerns over short-term rentals.

26/09/2025

Country Creamery has opened a new location at the Reno Experience District. The Fallon-based ice cream shop, known for its heavy cream creations, now has two Reno-area spots. The RED opening featured 12 classic flavors and seasonal specialties.

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26/09/2025

NV Energy is proposing $32.6 million in refunds to more than 42,000 customers after years of overcharges tied to rate misclassifications. The move follows a Public Utilities Commission investigation and new requirements under Assembly Bill 452.

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NV Energy proposes $32M in refunds to customers overcharged due to rate misclassifications. Refunds will be issued to over 42,000 customers.

26/09/2025

Twenty years ago, Nevada Army National Guard’s Mustang 22 helicopter was shot down in Afghanistan, killing five aboard. Families, soldiers and veterans will gather this week to honor the fallen crew and mark the anniversary of the 2005 tragedy.

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A tragic helicopter crash in Afghanistan claims the lives of five Nevada guardsmen. Their legacy is honored in a memorial ceremony.

26/09/2025

A state inspection of Saint Mary’s Hospice found no substantiated evidence of abuse, neglect or rights violations, but internal reviews and staff accounts described ongoing problems with documentation, patient care and infection control. Some employees alleged falsified records.

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State inspection finds no evidence of abuse at Saint Mary's Hospice, but internal reviews reveal persistent problems with documentation and patient care.

26/09/2025

The Washoe County School District has approved a new student behavior manual, its third update in recent years. The 2025 version consolidates discipline policies into one document and clarifies rules on suspensions, electronic devices and simulating fi****ms.

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The Washoe County School District Board of Trustees approved a new student behavior manual focusing on disciplinary procedures for all grades.

26/09/2025

Tahoe residents are suing Washoe County, arguing commissioners ignored wildfire evacuation risks when approving development amendments tied to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. The lawsuit seeks to overturn the 2023 vote allowing greater building density and reduced parking.

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Washoe County Commission faces criticism for approving development amendments that may pose serious threats to public safety and wildfire evacuation.

25/09/2025

🔊 A new moon is rising over Reno’s music scene. RVLTN Events proudly announces the debut of Desert Moon, a two-night electronic music experience taking over City Plaza on Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27, 2025.

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25/09/2025

Renovations have begun at the Nevada State Fairgrounds to improve safety and infrastructure, officials announced. The upgrades include water, sewer and drainage improvements, with construction expected to continue through fall 2026.

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Renovations begin at Nevada State Fairgrounds to improve infrastructure and safety. Upgrades to water and sewer systems pave the way for future projects.

25/09/2025

The Sparks City Council voted to explore changes to local zoning rules for data centers. Officials want to review the economic and environmental impacts of the growing number of proposed projects in the region.

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Sparks City Council explores changing zoning rules to address the growing presence of data centers, considering environmental and economic impacts.

25/09/2025

A former executive director of Saint Mary’s Hospice in Reno said she was fired July 3, the same day a state re-inspection was conducted. The hospice passed with no findings, though staff say no director was present during the visit.

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Former executive director of Saint Mary's Hospice in Reno claims discrepancies in state re-inspection. Termination and staffing issues revealed.

25/09/2025

Despite lithium’s price slump, Nevada officials say the state remains positioned for a lithium boom. Nevada is the only state that can deliver every phase of the lithium life cycle, which experts say could make it a leader in the battery supply chain powering electric vehicles and AI-driven data centers.

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Nevada's unique position in the lithium life cycle, from mining to recycling, could make it a leader in the lithium battery supply chain.