Kristen Hackbarth

The overgrown weeds at the house down the street. The basketball hoop that’s been set up on the sidewalk. The abandoned vehicle left at the lot next door. Reno residents have a new way of seeing where code complaints have been reported and what’s being done about them. Read this story for free To continue reading this article FOR FREE and unlock even more in-depth local journalism, simply sign in to your account or sign up for a free account.

Washoe County commissioners on Tuesday unanimously adopted an ordinance revising county code to make it easier for residents to determine where recreational shooting is prohibited. They also unanimously adopted a separate resolution approving updated boundary maps that expand no-shooting areas near Golden Eagle Regional Park and Sun Valley The changes follow years of complaints about… Don’t miss out: Read the full story This article requires a paid subscription to read.

Employees of two of Washoe County’s largest public employers will see changes to their health insurance options next year as rising health care costs push local governments to raise premiums, increase deductibles or eliminate plans that officials say have become financially unsustainable. The Washoe Board of County Commissioners and Washoe County School District Board of Trustees each approved changes to their employee health plans on Sept.