Lanes continue to be closed on I-580 South at Mt. Rose Highway due to...
The Nevada State Police says, in an online post, all lanes continue to be closed on I-580 South at Mt. Rose Highway. Police say the lanes could be closed for up to the next two to three hours. Police also say the closure could extend overnight due to the extremely...
Celebration of life for local Holocaust survivor Mitka Kalinski
A Holocaust survivor who lived in Sparks for many years passed away last month. The community celebrated his life and legacy at the Atlantis Resort on Sunday afternoon. "He was my hero and taught me everything I know," said Michael Kalinski, Mitka's grandson. Matt Marquez, a family friend, also said,...
Nevada Weather Alert: Wind Advisory in Effect as Reno Sees Weekend Showers and Sierra...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. RENO, Nev. – The high desert is stirring early this Saturday morning as the first major Pacific system of late October sweeps across northern Nevada. Palm-sized leaves tumble across I-580 in steady gusts,...
Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue Shares Halloween Safety Tips for Washoe County Residents
As Halloween approaches in Washoe County, Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue is reminding residents to focus on safety during celebrations. With Halloween on a Friday night this year, Fire Chief Richard Edwards asks drivers to slow down and watch for pedestrians in Reno and nearby areas.
Volunteers beautify Lake Park at Day of Service
Volunteers moved mulch, planted trees, and cleaned up debris at Lake Park in Northwest Reno. It was all part of a Day of Service organized by the city and local nonprofits. The organized work from Saturday's event not only benefits the neighborhood, but also the region. "It not only is...
Nevada Weather: Reno Faces Wind Advisory and Rain Sunday Before Clear, Warm Start to...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. RENO – The sound of wind cutting through the valley breaks the early morning calm as clouds race over the Sierra crest. By sunrise, gusts rattle fences and flags across Reno, and light rain streaks across...
Free laundry service for families in need on Monday
The Molina Healthcare of Nevada, Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada, and Mr. Bubbles Laundromat are partnering to offer free laundry service for families in need. The organized event is on Monday, October 27 from 4 p.m. through 6 p.m. at Mr. Bubbles Laundromat. According to organizers, people can wash their...
Lake Park in northwest Reno gets 13 new trees and a new bench
Lake Park in northwest Reno now has 13 new trees and a brand-new bench, after a day of service today.
Gusty winds, cooler temps linger in Reno area as storm persists through Sunday
The storm system that brought very gusty winds and showers to the region Saturday is sticking around for Sunday. Reno's official high temperature on Saturday was 63 degrees, which was the forecasted high. Temps will drop just a little for Sunday as the cold front continues to push through. Sunday's forecasted high in...
Sparks FD investigates a home fire
Sparks firefighters are investigating the cause of a fire at a home on G Street.
