By Rocio Hernandez The Nevada Independent Washoe County School District (WCSD) Superintendent Susan Enfield said she’s the district’s loudest cheerleader and its most loving critic. During her first State of Education address on Thursday night, Enfield was a bit of both. The new superintendent didn’t shy away from identifying areas in which the district needs … [Read more...]
February 8, 2023
Heavy snow and rain fell across Nevada this month. Are we still in a drought?
By Daniel Rothberg The Nevada Independent Over the past few weeks, storm after storm has rolled through the Sierra Nevada mountains and the Great Basin, dropping much-needed rain and heavy snow from Reno to Elko. But despite all the welcome precipitation, the state still faces drought conditions after back-to-back dry years. As with much of California and the West, … [Read more...]
Economists predict recession, but not ‘doomsday,’ for Northern Nevada economy
By Jacob Solis The Nevada Independent Northern Nevada economists and economic development experts on Thursday forecast a recession even as they touted the strength of the region’s diversification over the past decade — including the announcement this week of Tesla’s $3.6 billion expansion. “I don’t expect it to be long, I do not expect it to be deep, but I would not … [Read more...]
February 1, 2023
In Congress, a push to keep hundreds of millions flowing to Tahoe for clarity, restoration projects
By Gabby Birenbaum The Nevada Independent With the authorization that allows federal funds to flow to the Tahoe Basin set to expire next year, Nevada’s congressional delegation and Tahoe stakeholders are hopeful they can pass a re-authorization this year. The Lake Tahoe Restoration Act (LTRA), first passed in 2000 and re-authorized in 2016, established a $300 million … [Read more...]
Wilbur Elwin “Al” Curtis
Wilbur Elwin “Al” Curtis passed away at the age of 91 surrounded by loved ones on January 10, 2023 in Sparks, Nevada. Al was predeceased by Helen, his loving wife, of 61 years. Al was born in Estacada, Oregon to Bert and Doris Curtis and attended high school in Winnemucca, Nevada. In 1950, he enlisted in the Navy and served on the USS Shields DD-596 during the Korean … [Read more...]
Sparks City Council meeting highlights
The following are highlights from the January 23, 2023, Sparks City Council Meeting. Announcements/ Presentations • City Manager Neil Krutz announced the following committee vacancies: Applications will be accepted for each of these committees until Friday, February 3, 2023, at 5 p.m. Applicants are encouraged to apply at: www.cityofsparks.us/getinvolved. Council … [Read more...]