Yerington, Nevada – Earthquake: M3.8 Tremor Rattles Lyon County Saturday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Yerington, Nevada – A shallow magnitude 3.8 earthquake struck western Nevada Saturday morning, jolting communities across Lyon County and parts of the Carson City region with a brief but noticeable shake....
Saturday Web Weather
Expect slow clearing with snow showers winding down in the Sierra. The weekend will be mostly sunny, but much colder. Low temperatures could slide into the teens and single digits area-wide. The final week of the year looks dry, with a few showers creeping in by New Year's Day. -Jeff.
WNC Offering Accelerated Classes during Winter Session
CARSON CITY, Nev. (KOLO) - While a lot of people are enjoying the holidays, some are getting ready to start college classes. Western Nevada College is offering several online accelerated courses during its Winter Session. For some students, like first-year student Mariana Alonzo, it’s a chance to get a jump on their...
Chain controls remain on I-80 over Donner Summit as holiday traffic builds
TRUCKEE, Calif. — Chain controls remained in effect this afternoon on Interstate 80 over Donner Summit as holiday traffic stayed heavy and drivers continued to slide off the roadway, Caltrans District 3 said in a social media post. Caltrans urged drivers to slow down, increase following distance and “drive...
May Arboretum Society 12 months of flowers cards
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Pick-up a hand-tied bouquet of fresh flowers (value $15/bouquet) once a month, for an entire year, at one of two Sparks Florist locations. That’s a $180 value! Simply present your card. Please contact the May Arboretum Society with any questions. DO NOT contact the florist,...
Annual Christmas tree recycling returns to Truckee Meadows
The annual Christmas Tree Recycling program from Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful (KTMB) is back for the holidays, giving local residents an eco-friendly way to recycle their real trees and help beautify parks and public spaces. The program runs December 26 through January 11, with drop-off hours from 9 a.m. to...
Chain controls and road closures in the Sierra
Wintry driving conditions have brought chain controls to many roads in the Sierra on Friday night, along with some road closures. As of 9 p.m., chain controls were up on I-80 and Mt. Rose Highway. Big rigs are being turned around on I-80 due to traction problems over Donner Summit,...
Deputies and SWAT arrest wanted felon following standoff at home in Spanish Springs
A wanted felon was arrested Friday afternoon following a standoff in Spanish Springs. Deputies located 41-year-old Colin Hartman outside a home on Kathy Terrace around 11 a.m., according to a release from the Washoe County Sheriff's Office. When deputies approached Hartman, he fled on foot and barricaded himself...
Carson City Police offering reward for information leading to arrest
The police in Carson City are offering a reward for anyone who can provide information leading to the arrest of this suspect, who allegedly stole a purse.
Post-Christmas storm leaves slick roads, chain controls, road closures, and high winds impacting Sierra,...
UPDATE: Rain in Reno, snow in the Sierra keep slick roads, closures, and travel impacts across Nevada and California. Snow continues across the Sierra and western Nevada on Friday morning, with rain in Reno and the surrounding valleys. Drivers should expect slick roads, chain controls, closures, and travel delays as...
