Yearly Archives: 2024
Nevada adopts heat standards, despite some industry push back
After a surge of heat-related workplace injuries in Nevada, state regulators approved a permanent heat stress standard Wednesday to protect the safety and health of indoor and outdoor workers.
Quilici Ranch special assessment district approved
The Reno City Council on Wednesday approved the creation of a new special assessment district for the Quilici Ranch development.
Policies to improve child care, elder care exist, but political willpower needed, says panel
Boosting Nevada’s beleaguered child care and elder care industries makes economic sense for the state, a trio of reports argues.
City of Reno suspends Lakemill Lodge’s business license
The City of Reno has suspended the Lakemill Lodge’s business license after an Oct. 30 evacuation of the building due to heath and safety concerns.
Council praises Jacobs Entertainment despite slow progress on downtown development
One project that is close to completion is the 60-unit apartment building at 245 North Arlington Ave.
Truckee Meadows fire opens pile burning Dec. 1
Residents must secure a 2024-2025 burn permit and can only burn on approved days.
Nevada inmates denied medical care, says memo from warden
Inmates in Nevada prisons are being denied necessary medical care and medications, according to providers and a memo provided to the Current.
Gunshot detection system, surveillance cameras headed to downtown Reno
Reno City Council members on Wednesday approved the FLOCK Raven gunshot detection system, a technology that will be used to alert police of shots fired within the downtown area.
WCSD to appoint replacement trustee for Rodriguez after he was elected to Sparks council
The Washoe County School District Board of Trustees is looking for candidates to fill the District C seat after Trustee Joe Rodriguez stepped down.
Nevada small businesses continue to struggle with funding, survey finds
A new survey by the University of Nevada’s Small Business Development Center highlights the persistent challenges faced by small businesses across the state.