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Washoe County

@washoecounty

Washoe County is dedicated to quality public service, effective communication and integrity, by enhancing the abundant quality of life here in northern Nevada.

 Reno, Nevada
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Joined April 2009
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Today the City of Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County Commission canvassed and declared the final results of the 2026 midterm election. The City of Reno and City of Sparks swore in their new elected officials, welcoming new Reno Mayor Kate Marshall and Sparks Mayor Wendi Rawson.
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You didn’t wait, Washoe! 📷📷 Our Washoe County team has a message for everyone who voted early: THANK YOU! To everyone who voted on Election Day, thank you for showing up and making your voice heard. We appreciate every voter who made voting a priority! #dontwaitwashoe
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Please join Washoe County in thanking Hillary Schieve and Ed Lawson for their leadership, service and commitment to the residents of Reno and Sparks.We are grateful for your partnership and dedication to the communities we serve.Thank you for all you’ve contributed to our region!
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What: Harvest Health and Happiness Fair. When: Friday, Nov. 20, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Where: Washoe County Senior Center (1155 E. 9th St., Reno)
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Yes, Outlook is still down. Yes, the thoughts get crazier the longer you watch this video. #outlookdown
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Due to the nationwide Outlook outage, Washoe County staff are unable to reply to emails. We’ll respond as soon as possible once service is restored. Thank you for your patience!
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If you suspect #Abuse or #Neglect of a child, call 1-833-900-SAFE.
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🌊 Are You Prepared for a Flood? The Truckee River will flood again! ✅ Make a plan 🎒 Build an emergency kit 📁 Protect important documents 🗺️ Know your flood risk 📱 Sign up for alerts Download TRFMA's checklist and learn more: trfma.org/knowtheflow/floods… #KnowTheFlow
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This #VeteransDay, we honor veterans in Washoe County and across the nation. Thank you for your service and sacrifice—today and every day. Most Washoe County offices are closed today in observance. Details: washoelife.washoecounty.gov/…
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Are you ready? Washoe County is hosting its first ever Harvest Health and Happiness Fair. All the fun details at washoelife.washoecounty.gov/…
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The Dragon Lights were shining bright in the November Night! Thank you, Commissioner Hill, for sponsoring such an amazing evening for our foster and adoptive families at Washoe County’s beautiful Rancho San Rafael Regional Park. #AdoptionAwarenessMonth
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The Board of County Commissioners meets today at 10 am. Watch in person or stream online at m.youtube.com/@WashoeCountyT…
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We're proud to bring home a Golden Pinecone Award! Our efforts to reduce emissions and build a healthier, more sustainable community earned us this special recognition last week. Big thanks to the County staff and departments turning green goals into real action. 🌎👏
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Wanna join the FAM by helping children in care? See how now foxreno.com/news/mornings-on… #AdoptionAwarenessMonth
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There are different ways to support children in foster care, including fostering, adopting and mentoring. Laura Caprioli, supervisor of Washoe County’s FAM prog

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⚖️ We're hiring! The Washoe County DA's Office is accepting applications for Deputy District Attorney I, II and III (Criminal). Handle complex cases, court appearances and trial work. Open to all qualified applicants. 📅 Apply by Nov. 25: governmentjobs.com/careers/w…
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🦃 Meet the Turkeys is TOMORROW, Nov. 8! 🍂 Join us at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for turkey photos, farm animals, story time and family fun! 🎉 FREE admission! 🥫 Nonperishable food donations welcome. #WashoeCountyParks #MeetTheTurkeys
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💚 Washoe County is joining NACo, NACVSO and counties nationwide to honor veterans! We're lighting select County buildings green Nov. 4-11 to show veterans they are seen, appreciated and supported. 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay #OperationGreenLight
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A well-deserved honor for one of our own! 🎉 Congratulations to Sarah Turner of the Washoe County Medical Examiner’s Office, named Individual Non-Hospital Partner of the Year by Nevada Donor Network for her dedication to preserving organ, eye and tissue donation opportunities!
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What: Breakfast for Veterans. Where: Sun Valley Neighborhood Center (115 W. 6th Ave. Bldg. 110). When: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
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This Friday night is our Be the FAM Nevada Wolf Pack Football Game. Cheer on the team and don't forget to stop by our table to learn more about ways to #Foster #Adopt #Mentor. You can also head to our website to learn more at bethefam.washoecounty.gov/ Go Pack
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