Yearly Archives: 2023
Democrats propose $250 million plan to leverage raises for teachers
Democratic legislators on Friday proposed a new $250 million fund designed to incentivize local school districts into providing “significant raises” for teachers and other staff
Enfield addresses teacher satisfaction, school safety at annual State of Education
School safety and funding are key priorities for Washoe County School District Superintendent Susan Enfield, who on Thursday hosted a State of Education address to discuss challenges and changes for the future.
Dear, Oh Dear: Pioneer launches season with ‘Dear Evan Hansen’
The 2023 season of Broadway Comes to Reno has officially kicked off, and it sure did start out with a bang.
Sheriff’s Office refuses to provide information on Anna Scott murder
The sheriff’s office refuses to provide information about the case other than to encourage people to provide tips and to say Anna Scott's murder is still being investigated.
KAHL relocates to iconic 470 E. Plumb building (sponsored)
KAHL Relocates to iconic 470 E. Plumb building.
Education spending, school choice to top Nevada Legislature
Nevada's biennial legislative session will feature proposals for unprecedented spending on public education and school choice measures.
Darting program is model for wild horse management, say advocates
The American Wild Horse Campaign says motorist collisions with horses in Reno declined 50% from 2020 to 2022, and dropped from 25 in 2020 to one in 2022 in the Dayton Valley, thanks in part to a fertility control program that involves shooting mares with a vaccination dart.
Karma Box’s non-profit status revoked by IRS
Reno nonprofit, the Karma Box Project, had its tax-exempt status revoked by the IRS. The director said he's working to fix the situation.
Governor tours UNR, talks regents and funding
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo on Thursday visited the University of Nevada, Reno to meet with students and faculty and tour the campus.
EDAWN: Northern Nevada economy has concerns, reasons to celebrate
A low unemployment rate, a rise in incomes and a large amount of money churning in the local economy are reasons both for optimism and concern. That’s according to economist Brian Gordon who gave the keynote address at a recent EDAWN luncheon.