UPDATE: The Storey County Sheriff’s Office released the following information. On Jan. 21, 2026 at approximately 6:06 a.m., Storey County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to a reported bomb threat at the Virginia City High School. The threat was communicated via email to school officials. No students were present at the high school at this time.
The high school was cleared of all persons and a perimeter was established. Bomb detection K9s and their handlers from neighboring agencies were dispatched to the location. A sweep for explosives was conducted. No threats were detected.
Storey County Sheriff’s Office detectives are investigating the origin of the threat email. This is an ongoing investigation. At this time, there is no threat to the public and the incident has been determined to be unfounded. Out of an abundance of caution, and due to the activity in the area, school was cancelled for high school students for the day.
We will update as any new information becomes available. We would like to thank Sparks Police Department, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, Capitol Police, and Airport Authority Police for their assistance.
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UPDATE: A law enforcement issue involving a threat at Virginia City High School has prompted Storey County School District to cancel classes at the high school with all other schools operating on a 2-hour delay Wednesday morning.
According to a social media post, Storey County School District is currently working in coordination with law enforcement regarding an issue impacting Virginia City High School.
“The district is working closely with the Storey County Sheriff’s Office to investigate a threat specific to the High School. Out of an abundance of caution, the decision was made to cancel classes at the high school today. We will provide additional information as the investigation unfolds.
Please continue to monitor district communication for updates. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
In an earlier message, the district wrote the following:
“Out of an abundance of caution, all Storey County Schools will operate on a 2 hour delay today. Please stay away from High School and R Street. At this time, there is no action required from families. We will continue to communicate updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff,” according to the school district.
We will update as information becomes available.
