Yearly Archives: 2020
COVID-19: $2 billion available to pay unemployed workers
As claims for unemployment insurance pour into state offices, the state has just a bit under $2 billion socked away to make payments to jobless workers.
Whispering Vine: one of Reno’s not-so-best kept secrets
Whispering Vine, with four locations in Reno, has run a successful business for 22 years and continues to sell wine curbside during closures.
First Lady presents 2020 Visionary Voice Award honoring Sexual Assault Awareness Month (sponsored)
SPONSORED: This year, Cristina Hernandez is presented with the 2020 Visionary Voice Award during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Day 18 – Judge Bruce Thompson
Karl remembers Judge Bruce Thompson, but perhaps not as vividly as how much he dislikes riding palomino horses.
School district trustees, staff grapple with uncertainty
The Washoe County School District is facing budget uncertainties during the coronavirus health crisis and wants to swiftly end its superintendent search.
Trouble at TMCC: Faculty organization threatens censure, investigation of president
The Nevada Faculty Alliance in mid-March petitioned Nevada’s Board of Regents for immediate redress of what it said was a toxic and fear-ridden environment at TMCC.
Governor activates National Guard, issues order to stay at home
Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak last week banned gatherings of more than 10 people. Today he went a step further: You must now stay at home if you are a nonessential worker.
Chancellor, UNR president searches halted
UNR President Marc Johnson is "unavailable to continue serving [as president] through the summer," NSHE officials announced, meaning that somebody will have to be appointed to serve in an interim capacity.
Day 17- April Fool
Karl isn't in much of a joking mood today, and neither is much of the nation...even Jeopardy! got derailed.
Tour Nevada historic sites, explore hiking trails and see museum exhibits — all from your screen
Travel Nevada shares some ways to experience the Silver State during this time of social distancing, and to inspire you for future trips.