Open Burning starts November 1 - April 30 (weather permitting.) Need this year's burn permit, available at TMFPD.US Fire Restrictions Lifted and Open Burning Season Begins on November 1 TMFR Lifts all Fire Restrictions and Announces Start of Open Burning Season Beginning November 1 WASHOE COUNTY, NV. (October 29, 2026) – Due to increased moisture, higher relative humidity and shorter days, Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District (TMFPD) is lifting all fire restrictions effec

North Valleys Post-Fire Recovery Community Meeting Date: September 21, 2026 | 6:30–8:00 PM Location: Granite Hills Baptist Church Address: 10350 N. Red Rock Rd., Reno NV 89508 Hosted by: Silver Knolls Community Association & University of Nevada, Reno Extension Are you concerned about how the fires have affected you, your family, and our community? Are you looking for answers, support, or information about resources available to help you and your loved ones navigate the recov

Protecting Our Dark Skies Starts With You Dark Sky example Good Morning, North Valleys! Did you enjoy our beautiful dark sky last night? Have you ever wondered whether future development could change what we see above us? If preserving the dark skies in our community matters to you, there is an important new Dark Sky initiative underway through the County—and this time, your participation can make a real difference. After years of advocating for this issue, I’m encouraged to

Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue (TMFR) has announced its Fall Green Waste Collection Days 2026, happening for one weekend only: Saturday, Oct 3rd & Sunday Oct 4th📍 Silver Lake Fire Station – 11525 Red Rock Road, Reno 🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (weather permitting) Check tmfpd.com prior to the event for any weather-related updates or Red Flag warnings. Why This Matters This free event is a great opportunity to create defensible space around your home and reduce wildfire risk. By remo

Membership for the Silver Knolls Community Organization is now open for 2026. For just $25 per year , your membership helps support the communication, coordination, and community events that keep Silver Knolls informed, connected, and engaged. Why Membership Matters Silver Knolls is a volunteer-led organization , and your membership helps cover the basic costs that keep things running, including: Website and communication tools Insurance, state filings, and operating expenses

A Community-Led Win for Silver Knolls Silver Knolls has been awarded a $70,000 Wildfire Risk Reduction grant to support a Defensible Space Project within our community. This funding marks a major milestone in our ongoing efforts to reduce wildfire risk, protect homes, and build long-term resilience across the North Valleys. The project will officially begin in May–June 2026 , in partnership with the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District (TMFPD) . What This Project Include

Why This Matters Now Data centers are rapidly expanding across Northern Nevada – and the North Valleys is becoming a key area of interest. In the last 18 months alone , 4 data center projects have been approved in Northern Nevada 3 of those are located in the North Valleys At the same time, Reno has been identified as one of the fastest-growing data center markets in the country . This isn’t a future issue – it’s happening now. What Is a Data Center? A data center is a facili

Ok they have filed and the changes are now available for everyone to look at. Here is the link to the material. https://www.washoecounty.gov/csd/planning_and_development/applications/apps_commish_district_five.php The contact info for the two people who are involved are listed here also.

Key takeaways from the North Valleys Citizen Advisory Board (CAB) Meeting on December 8th, 2025 - we've sifted through the details to give you the highlights... Next Meeting: January 12, 2026 - 6pm - Reno-Stead Airport 4895 Texas Ave, Reno, NV 89506 Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue (TMFR) Division Chief Joe Schum provided a public safety update for the North Valleys. He reported that November call volume was lower than average , with fewer traffic accidents and no major incide

It’s time to spruce things up and let Silver Knolls sparkle!Each December, neighbors across the community decorate their homes to spread holiday cheer—and we create a driveable holiday lights map so everyone can enjoy the displays. 🎄 Want your home included? Register using our quick form so we can add your address to the Sparkle & Spruce map and include you in this year’s judging. 👉 Register here: Spruce & Sparkle Registration Form 🚗 Explore the Lights Once registered, pa

Are you interested in the NEW Reno Stead Airport Master Plan? If so here is the link so you can stay involved. This is going to change the airport for our future, do you want to be involved? https://rtsmasterplan.com/about/

Washoe County Emergency Management is conducting a survey to find out where issues may be if we are required to evacuate. Please take a look and fill it out as it may one day save your life. The survey is only open for a short period of time and it’s really quick. Just put a pin in a spot and a little sentence about the reason... Super simple and only about 8 minutes to accomplish. https://washoe-county-nv.civilspace.io/en/projects/swift-exit-evacuation-study

This was written by a concerned citizen who deeply cares for the North Valleys, we received a copy and thought it represets us pretty accurately so we are publishing it. A Call for Transparency, Accountability, and Safety in the North Valleys As a long-time resident and deeply invested member of the Washoe County community, I am compelled to speak out regarding the persistent lack of consideration given to the residents of the North Valleys—particularly those who rely on Red

As neighbors, it’s important that we stay informed about projects that could impact the future of our community and the lifestyle we value here in Silver Knolls . Washoe County has announced a virtual neighborhood meeting to discuss proposed changes to the Silver Hills Specific Plan Development Standards Handbook — a large housing development planned for the area just north of Silver Knolls. 📅 Tuesday, November 18, 2025 🕠 5:30 – 6:30 PM (PST) 💻 Virtual Meeting Only 🔗 Jo

Updated 8/18/25: Thanks to renewed funding, Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue (TMF&R) will host a Green Waste Collection Event this fall...

Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue is offering FREE Curbside Chipping for Washoe County residents who are disabled, low-income, or elderly, helping them safely dispose of green waste from their property. Requests are open through September 30, 2025, with chipping scheduled for October 11–19 — learn more and sign up in the full blog.

Silver Knolls is officially a FireWise Community , thanks in large part to the tireless efforts of Jan Bishop , who has worked hard to...

In an emergency, every minute matters. A reflective blue address sign can help first responders locate your home quickly—day or...

Our neighborhood came alive on Saturday, June 7th, for the 29th Almost Annual Silver Knolls Community Yard Sale —and what a day it was!...

Good news for residents! During May and November , you can place up to six extra bags, boxes, or bundles next to your regular waste...