Northern Nevada Weather: Sunny Stretch Before Weekend Snow Chance Near Reno
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Nevada – Morning frost sparkles across parked cars and open fields as Reno wakes to a calm, chilly start this week. The air feels crisp, the skies are clear, and the Sierra Nevada stands etched in pale blue...
Local Economic Uncertainty: Are We on the Brink of a Recession?
As the economic climate continues to fluctuate, many are left wondering if we are on the brink of another local recession. With the City of Reno deficit, County Deficit, and Federal layoffs, coupled with the rising cost of living, the outlook appears grim. The job market seems unstable, with less-than-ideal listings...
Family-run Reno stores hit by quick change scam more than 50 times since 2017
RENO, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — A quick change scam, also known as a short change scam, is causing significant losses for a family-run business in northern Nevada. Mark Miller, owner of five Rainbow Market convenience stores in Reno, revealed that his stores, he said, have been targeted 50 times since 2017, with a...
Thanksgiving and Family Day Closures: How local services are affected
The City of Reno administrative offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in observance of Thanksgiving, and on Friday, November 28, 2025, in observance of Family Day. The City will host its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 7 p.m. on Friday, November 28, at Reno City Plaza.
Discovering Reno: A Newcomer’s Guide to Local Eateries and Breweries
A recent newcomer to Reno has sparked a lively discussion on social media, asking for recommendations for small, local 'mom and pop' restaurants in the area. The query was met with a flurry of responses, with locals eager to share their favorite hidden gems and culinary hotspots.
Forever Metal opens at Reno Public Market
A new metal art studio has opened -- making custom creations for its customers.
Preservation Manager Sought for Tassi Ranch Rehabilitation Project at Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument
The Great Basin Institute (GBI), a non-profit organization founded in 1998 at the University of Nevada, Reno, is hiring a Preservation Manager for a conservation project at Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument (PARA). GBI is based in the eastern Sierra Nevada foothills and works on public land management...
Letter: No work, plus pay
FYI the U.S. House of Representatives enjoyed a lovely fall vacation during the whole month of October and the first 10 days of November. Oh, did you forget that all 435 members of the house will be receiving their Thanksgiving vacation later this month? Last year’s Thanksgiving vacation was from Nov. 20 to Dec. 2.,...
Washoe County, NV – Traffic Alert: Dense Fog Reduces Visibility on SR447 This Morning
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Wadsworth, NV – Drivers across northern Nevada encountered hazardous travel conditions early this morning as dense fog moved across SR447, sharply reducing visibility just after sunrise. According to the...
Hit and Run Incident – Wednesday at Approximately 7:10 PM (South Virginia and Sierra...
A call for assistance has been issued to the citizens, businesses, and auto body shops of the Reno area following a hit-and-run incident that occurred on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at approximately 7:10 PM. The incident involved a Black Ram 1500 pickup that ran a red light and collided with a car before veering...
