By Rocio Hernandez The Nevada Independent A new face has joined the Washoe County School District — and he’s using his nose to keep schools safe. Astro, an 18-month-old Labrador retriever, arrived at the school district in early July from Ireland, just north of Belfast, where he was bred and trained to be a firearms detection dog. Astro and his handler, officer Matt … [Read more...]
Rising teen drug overdoses have advocates pushing for ‘reality-based’ approaches
By Jannelle Calderon The Nevada Independent A concerning 94 percent rise in overdose mortality rates among older teens from 2019 to 2020 has prevention advocates changing how they approach talking to teens about substance abuse. Even with illicit drug use rates declining overall in that survey, the old tactics of using fear and zero tolerance policies tend to encourage … [Read more...]
Few DMV customers claimed refunds for unconstitutional $1 fee
By Sean Golonka The Nevada Independent Despite the Nevada DMV making millions of dollars available for refunding $1-per-transaction technology fees declared unconstitutional in 2021 by the Nevada Supreme Court, motorists have claimed less than 10 percent of the available funds, according to a final report on the refund project presented Monday to state lawmakers. Out … [Read more...]
University names top Chapter of the Year
Nevada News Group The Veterans Alumni Chapter been awarded the Outstanding Chapter of the Year, reports the University of Nevada, Reno’s alumni organization. According to the Nevada Alumni Association, the veterans chapter has created a community that understands the ongoing transitions faced by military-connected alumni. By offering a range of services, the chapter aims … [Read more...]
August 23, 2023
Frances May Ross
Frances “Frankie” May Ross was born on September 8, 1941 in California and passed away August 5, 2023 (81 years). Frankie grew up in Los Angeles and attended Westchester High School where she met her husband, Keith Ross. Married on September 2, 1961 (65 years together). They had two children, Leslie and Daniel Ross, and two grandchildren, Sierra and Emily … [Read more...]
Sparks city council meeting highlights
The following are highlights from the August 14, 2023, Sparks City Council Meeting. Announcements/ Presentations Council approved: Council held public hearings and approved: … [Read more...]
Tribe planning to add 20 affordable homes, community center in Carson City area
By Carly Sauvageau The Nevada Independent Stewart Community, part of the Washoe Tribe and located south of Carson City, is working on a historic $14 million affordable housing development — the largest housing project the tribe has ever taken on. The project includes 20 new homes for low-income residents and a community center that will provide community activities … [Read more...]