Author: TheNevadaGlobeStaff

The Washoe County Health District (WCHD) has confirmed the first Hantavirus case in Washoe County for the year 2023. Hantavirus is a rare respiratory disease with potentially severe consequences, including fatalities. It is primarily spread through inhalation or contact with viral particles from infected rodents, particularly deer mice. The affected...

Nevada – The State of Nevada is among six states selected to receive federal grant funding for a groundbreaking pilot program aimed at addressing drug abuse among pregnant and postpartum women. This initiative, known as EMPOWERED, is administered by the Roseman University College of Medicine in Las Vegas and has...

Sparks, Nevada – The City of Sparks has taken significant steps to address challenges related to homelessness through the passage of new laws during a recent Sparks City Council meeting. These measures, unanimously approved, aim to strike a balance between compassion and public safety concerns. The new provisions, set to...

Reno, Nevada – The ongoing saga surrounding Adam Steelmon’s personalized Nevada license plate, adorned with an anti-California message, has reached its conclusion. A pivotal decision was reached on Monday when a DMV administrative judge determined that Steelmon will not be required to change his license plate. The controversy stemmed from...

Reno, Nevada – The Washoe County School District (WCSD) marked a significant milestone on Thursday morning as families and students were welcomed to JWood Raw Elementary through a heartwarming ribbon-cutting ceremony. Named in honor of a native Reno resident who devoted 37 years to WCSD, including an impressive 23-year tenure...

Reno, Nevada – An unexpected brush fire near U.S. 395 and Parr Boulevard on Friday led to traffic disruptions, bringing attention to the potential hazards that even minor sparks can trigger. The fire incident commenced at approximately 6:14 p.m., resulting in a complete standstill of southbound traffic for over 30...

NEVADA – In the aftermath of the legislative rejection of Governor Joe Lombardo’s proposal to utilize federal COVID-19 relief funds to finance Opportunity Scholarships, a potential solution has emerged. The governor’s office has revealed a partnership with the AAA Scholarship Foundation to extend financial support to affected students, offering a...