🟣 New shelter part of broader homelessness strategy in Truckee–North Tahoe. KUNR
“Organizers describe the site as a structured, one-year pilot program. It is intentionally small and not intended to evolve into a large emergency shelter. Instead, leaders say it is meant to serve as a targeted, community-based intervention that complements existing services while helping reduce unsheltered homelessness locally.”
🟣 Southern Nevada water pipeline bill passes US Senate, headed to president’s desk. Nevada Current
“The pipeline would have the capacity to carry 375 million gallons of water per day to Henderson and the southern Las Vegas Valley. Members of the state’s congressional delegation say the measure will improve water reliability and protect against future disruptions.”
🟣 Nevada’s unregistered vehicle problem is driving up already high insurance rates. Las Vegas Weekly
“Because the DMV requires residents to present proof of auto insurance to register a vehicle, Decker says drivers without plates are also far more likely to be uninsured, which only contributes to rising premiums in a state that already ranks among the most expensive in the country.”
🟣 Smog Free Clark County offering up to $975 in repair vouchers for emissions-test failures. News 3 LV
“Southern Nevada residents with vehicles manufactured between 1998 and 2006 that have failed their most recent emissions test are encouraged to take part in the upcoming Smog Repair Event … on Tuesday, March 3, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Enterprise Library.”
