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Washoe County opioid settlement funds allocated to numerous programs supporting those impacted by substance use disorders

The Washoe Opioid Abatement and Recovery Fund (WOARF) has launched a new dashboard to track grant awards from this special fund developed to combat the impacts of opioid use in Washoe County. Additionally, the WOARF team is seeking public input from community members to help understand and address the needs of the community. The Opioid Use Needs Assessment Community Survey is critical in shaping how Washoe County allocates resources and invests in long-term solutions.   

Top headlines from the Board of County Commissioners meeting

image of five people with "meeting highlights" and Washoe County logoThe Board proclaimed this week "International Dark Sky Week" and this month "Teacher Appreciation Month."

STAR program offers second chances through recovery and accountability

Logo of Alternative Sentencing and STAR programApril is recognized as Second Chance Month to showcase the impact of re-entry programs such as Washoe County’s STAR program. Re-entry programs promote public safety, save taxpayer dollars, and result in stronger, healthier communities.  STAR stands for Support in Treatment, Accountability and Recovery, and is a program within the Department of Alternative Sentencing. It is […]

Second Judicial District Court hosts ‘Lawyer in the Library’ special event

Photo of a courthouseAttorneys specializing in Family Law, Civil/General Law, Probate Law, and Landlord/Tenant Law will volunteer their time to provide free legal assistance. Each participant will get a 15-minute session to talk with a lawyer.  A Spanish interpreter will be available.

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