coronavirus

The Nevada Humane Society's shelters in Carson City and Reno are currently open and fully operational. Our primary goal right now is to reduce the number of animals housed at our shelters in an effort to avoid overcrowding should we need to restrict our services or close altogether.

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Empty casinos and shrinking hotel occupancy rates caused by fears of the spreading novel coronavirus will have ripple effects ...

Winter weather continued overnight in the Sierra and into the valley floors, causing headaches for the likes of not only Tuesday morning commuters trying to maneuver the roads, but big rig freight haulers who are stuck on Interstate 80 near the Nevada state line due to heavy snow.

Casino Fandango always places the health and safety of guests and team members as the highest priority. During this time, extra precautions will be taken because of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Already strict standards of cleanliness and sanitizing have been heightened, and the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), local and U.S. Government officials will be followed as closely as possible.

MINDEN, Nev. — The Douglas County Board of Commissioners declared a local state of emergency in response to the COVID-19 novel coronavirus. The declaration has been submitted to the State of Nevada and will allow regional partners to speed up the delivery of resources required to more effectively aid in requesting additional resources, aid in recovery, and meet the needs of the community during a time of crisis.

Carson City officials are continuously monitoring the level of risk of COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) to the community. In close coordination with Carson City Health and Human Services, the City Manager’s Office along with City departments in an abundance of caution are coordinating the closure of some offices to take additional measures to slow the spread of respiratory viruses. As closures are announced please visit carson.org/covid19 for information and updates about government services.

The Lyon County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a Declaration of Emergency through Resolution 20-05 and a meeting Monday afternoon, according to County Manager Jeff Page.

There was one person who poke against the resolution. Lyon County staff will now begin implementing procedures to address the declaration.

Due to the continuing health and safety concerns surrounding coronavirus (COVID-19), the Carson City Senior Center is closing the Senior Center to the public.

Carson City Health and Human Services reports Monday afternoon that the test on a Carson City woman in her 70s on Thursday has returned positive for coronavirus.

YERINGTON, Nev. — The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is treating the threat of the COVID-19 virus as a serious issue. We still have a responsibility to the citizens of Lyon County to do our job. We will continue to respond to calls for service.

YERINGTON — The Lyon County Board of Commissioners will be conducting an emergency meeting Monday at 4 p.m. to consider approving a Declaration of Emergency for Lyon County. The Declaration will provide Lyon County with the ability to:

UPDATE: Carson City meal sites are expected to begin Tuesday, March 17, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Empire Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School, Seeliger Elementary School, and Carson High School.
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In light of Governor Sisolak’s announcement to close all K-12 schools in Nevada, the Nevada Department of Agriculture is implementing the first of a two-tier strategy to mitigate National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program interruptions.

Due to the unprecedented events surrounding COVID-19, Governor Sisolak has closed all schools in Nevada as well as cancelled all extracurricular events. This means that the annual Father-Daughter Ball at Carson High School, scheduled for April 3, has been cancelled.

CARSON CITY — As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to have an impact on the country and our local communities, the safety, health and welfare of all Nevadans is a top priority.

Despite growing concerns about the public health situation, the census is easier than ever for Nevadans to complete through one of three safe, confidential and quick ways from the comfort of their own homes: online at census.nv.gov, via phone (844-330-2020; for Spanish 844-468-2020), or mail in the hard copy questionnaire. This helps keep everyone safe — residents and census workers alike.

Heading into the first of the work week, there's some uncertainty due to concerns over the coronavirus. Some activities will go on as scheduled while others may be canceled. We're advising you check with event organizers ahead of time before you plan on attending.

Gov. Steve Sisolak announced today efforts the state is taking to combat the spread of the coronavirus, including closing state offices to the public, freezing hiring and expanding paid administrative leave. Sisolak called ...

Gov. Steve Sisolak said that while a testing kit shortage makes it impossible to tell how much coronavirus has affected Nevada, the pace of the virus’ spread around the world means Nevada must “act quickly” to slow it — including taking drastic measures such as shutting state offices, limiting the size of gatherings and encouraging employees to work from home if possible.

Gov. Steve Sisolak has ordered temporary closures for schools across the state, the most drastic step yet taken by Nevada authorities to limit spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

Southwest Gas announced Friday that it is putting a temporary moratorium in place to protect consumers who can't pay their utility bill due to financial hardship associated with the coronavirus pandemic.

The 2020 Carson Lions Club Annual Crab Feed is being postponed from March 27 to a new date of June 26, 2020 due to coronavirus concerns. For additional information contact Sam Herceg at 775-721-9947.

CARSON CITY — Nevada’s seven state museums are closing to the public until the end of the month in response to the Coronavirus outbreak.

The multi-faith prayer service where Nevada’s faith leaders from various traditions planned to join together on March 15 to pray for God’s mercy concerning worldwide outbreak of coronavirus, its victims and their loved ones, and care providers; has been cancelled due to public health concerns.

According to its coordinators — religious statesman Rajan Zed and senior Greek Orthodox Christian priest Stephen R. Karcher — this unique multi-faith service would be restructured as “Thanks God” service at the same venue once the coronavirus threat is over.

Resorts will not operate Sunday, March 15 through Sunday, March 22, with future guidance to follow.

The Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum was closed to the public on Friday and will remain so for the foreseeable future in response to the coronavirus crisis.

All of Nevada’s representatives voted for the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.

NV Energy President Doug Cannon issued a press release in relation to COVID-19, and the help NV Energy will be offering to those affected who may find it difficult to stay afloat economically.

The statement is as follows:

The Carson City School District issued statements in English and Spanish Friday afternoon alerting the community to the suspension of all after-school activities, assemblies, concerts, practices, and general large-group gathering in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.

The statements are as follows:

When there is heightened concern around an illness, Carson Tahoe closely monitors the situation and implements enhanced infection prevention strategies, working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local health districts, and other local healthcare providers. In response to the recent declaration of a ‘National State of Emergency’ surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak, and in following the CDC’s recommendations for social distancing, we have decided to take additional precautionary measures to reduce the risk of contracting/spreading seasonal illnesses.

SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza issued the following statement today in response to the President’s address to the nation:

Gov. Steve Sisolak declared a state of emergency in Nevada on Thursday afternoon, a ramping up of emergency response efforts amid the spread of the novel coronavirus in the state and throughout the nation.