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Winter storm warning for I-80, Tahoe; high winds expected in Reno Sunday

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March 16, 2025

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Winter storm warning for I-80, Tahoe; high winds expected in Reno Sunday

Another round of Sierra snow is expected to hit late Sunday and push into Monday.

Tahoe’s lake communities could see 8 to 18 inches of snow starting late Sunday and continuing through Monday, with 15 to 27 inches expected above 7,000 feet, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.

Snow totals of nearly 2 to 3 feet are expected at Donner Pass through late Monday.

A winter storm warning is in effect from 5 p.m. Sunday to 11 p.m. Monday for travelers between Nevada and California and the Tahoe area.

A high wind warning is in effect for Reno-Sparks through 11 p.m. Sunday, with wind gusts up to 55 mph. Rain is expected early Monday, with a chance of rain and snow later in the day. Little to no accumulation is expected.

Here’s a look at the weather for western Nevada, Tahoe and I-80 to California.

What’s in Lake Tahoe’s 3-day weather outlook?

Lake Tahoe communities may see rain showers Sunday afternoon before a winter storm arrives late tonight. Up to 1 ½ feet of snow is possible for lake communities through Monday, with over 2 feet expected above 7,000 feet.

Sunday: Mostly sunny with a high of 51 at the lake and 41 at higher elevations. A slight chance of showers in the afternoon and evening, with heavy snow arriving after midnight. Snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches at the lake and 6 to 12 inches above 7,000 feet. Wind gusts up to 50 mph possible. Lows between 23 and 33 degrees.
Monday: Heavy snow showers with a high of 42 at the lake and 32 at higher elevations. Snow accumulations of 5 to 11 inches at the lake and 9 to 15 inches above 7,000 feet. Wind gusts up to 30 mph possible. Lows ranging from 9 to 19 degrees.
Tuesday: Sunny with a high of 46 at the lake and 36 at higher elevations. Lows ranging from 16 to 26.

What’s in Reno’s 3-day weather outlook?

Gusts up to 55 mph are expected Sunday, with some areas seeing even higher speeds. Wind-prone areas could experience gusts exceeding 70 mph, making travel hazardous, the National Weather Service said. Rain showers are expected in Reno late Sunday, with rain and a chance of snow for Monday’s commute, though little to no accumulation is expected for the valley floor.

Sunday: High near 59, low around 36. Mostly sunny during the day, with gusts up to 55 mph in the afternoon. Rain showers expected late tonight, with a chance of rain and snow after 5 a.m. Little to no accumulation expected.
Monday: High near 48, low around 24. Rain and snow showers likely before 8 a.m., then a chance of snow through the early afternoon. Partly sunny later in the day, with gusts up to 30 mph.
Tuesday: High near 49, low around 24. Mostly sunny, with gusts up to 30 mph in the afternoon.

What’s the forecast at Donner Pass on I-80?

A winter storm warning goes into effect at 5 p.m. Sunday and expires at 11 p.m. Monday.

A chance of snow showers is expected Sunday afternoon, with heavier snow arriving in the late evening. Snow accumulations of 11 to 17 inches are expected overnight, with an additional 11 to 14 inches expected through Monday afternoon.

The heaviest snowfall is expected early Monday, with rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour.

“Travel could be very difficult to impossible at times,” NWS said. “The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.”

Another 1 to 2 inches could fall late Monday before skies clear on Tuesday.

California-Nevada highway travel

National Weather Service: Along with providing seven-day forecasts, users can monitor weather warnings and alerts and download past weather data at weather.gov.
Nevada Department of Transportation: The state’s transportation department offers not only current road conditions, but also provides access to weather station data and traffic cameras. Information is available at nvroads.com and dot.nv.gov.
Caltrans: Check highway conditions in California at roads.dot.ca.gov before traveling.
NV Energy weather stations: The company provides public access to several dozen weather stations throughout the state, with data updated every 10 minutes. Users can access the data at nvenergy.westernweathergroup.com.
ALERTWildfire: The network of 50 cameras throughout Nevada can provide users with a live look at conditions. Cameras can be accessed at alertwildfire.org.

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Man struck, killed by work truck on I-15 ramp near Las Vegas Strip, police say

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January 9, 2026

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Man struck, killed by work truck on I-15 ramp near Las Vegas Strip, police say

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Nevada State Police are responding to a deadly crash on northbound I-15 at Spring Mountain Road Friday morning.

According to the NHP crash page, the crash was reported at 8:32 a.m. on the northbound ramp leading to westbound lanes. State troopers say the crash involved a Chevrolet work truck that struck a man crossing the road.

Arriving medical crews transported the pedestrian to a hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he later died.

All lanes and off-ramps in the area have since reopened as of 12 p.m.

An investigation into the crash is ongoing.

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Las Vegas Rotary Club Supports Pickleball Fundraiser to Eradicate Polio

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January 9, 2026

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Las Vegas Rotary Club Supports Pickleball Fundraiser to Eradicate Polio

Pickleball-Polio-Flyer-1 LAS VEGAS, NV- The Las Vegas Rotary Club, in conjunction with Rotary Clubs throughout Southern Nevada, will host a community pickleball fundraiser in support of End Polio Now, Rotary International’s global effort to eradicate polio. The event will take place on Saturday, February 7th, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Chicken N Pickle Henderson, located at 3381 St. Rose Parkway.

The non-competitive, social event is chaired by Janice Lencke, president of the Las Vegas Rotary Club, on behalf of Rotary District 5300, which serves Southern Nevada and parts of California. The event invites players of all experience levels to come together for an afternoon of pickleball, fellowship and charitable giving, with proceeds benefiting Rotary’s polio eradication efforts.

“The Rotary Clubs of Southern Nevada, together with District 5300, are uniting to host this event to raise awareness and move one step closer to writing the final chapter in polio’s story—an ending marked by eradication,” said Janice Lencke. “Let’s finish what we started and #EndPolio for good.”

Rotary International is a founding partner of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, which was launched in 1988. Since that time, Rotary’s advocacy, fundraising and volunteer efforts have helped reduce polio cases worldwide by more than 99.9 percent, bringing the world closer than ever to eliminating the disease entirely. Polio eradication remains Rotary’s primary humanitarian focus and one of its most sustained global commitments.

General admission tickets include pickleball court access, lunch and sodas, one alcoholic drink ticket, a commemorative photo, one raffle ticket and free parking. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for businesses and individuals who want to support the cause.

District 5300 is promoting the event throughout Southern Nevada, with additional outreach across California to encourage regional participation in similar events.

ABOUT ROTARY INTERNATIONAL AND THE LAS VEGAS ROTARY CLUB

Rotary International is a worldwide fellowship and service organization with 1.2 million members in 200 countries, with 32,000 clubs. Established in 1923 as part of Rotary International, the Las Vegas Rotary Club is the first and largest Rotary Club in Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Rotary Club meets for lunch and fellowship every Thursday at Lawry’s The Prime Rib. To learn more about the Club and service projects, visit https://lasvegasrotary.com.

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Travel Nevada Presents The Neon in Nature Series, Featuring Artwork by DARIUSTWIN, at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas, January 15 – April 6, 2026

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January 8, 2026

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Travel Nevada Presents The Neon in Nature Series, Featuring Artwork by DARIUSTWIN, at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas, January 15 – April 6, 2026

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Unique exhibition marks DARIUSTWIN’s first museum show in the U.S.

LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESS Newswire / January 8, 2026 / Travel Nevada is proud to present The Neon in Nature Series, which features artwork by light painting photographer and animator Darren Pearson (better known as DARIUSTWIN)at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas, beginning January 15, 2026. The exhibition is DARIUSTWIN’s first U.S. museum show. To celebrate the exhibition opening, Travel Nevada will pay admission fees for the first 200 guests to arrive directly at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas on Thursday, January 15, 2026.

Created exclusively in Nevada, The Neon in Nature Series captures just some of the stunning landscapes and striking night skies that you’ll find in Nevada when you get a little out there – all juxtaposed with DARIUSTWIN’s signature light paintings infused with and inspired by Nevada character (and characters). The exhibition will inspire museum guests to visit the Nevada ghost towns, state parks, historical landmarks, and more that take center stage in this unique, vibrant, and whimsical exhibition.

“Nevada’s diverse surroundings and dark night skies provided an ideal backdrop to compose this series,” said DARIUSTWIN. “I’m grateful to the Travel Nevada team for commissioning the work and to the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas, for housing my very first museum exhibition in the country. I’m hopeful that it will encourage museum guests to travel throughout Nevada, which I found was so rich in history and ripe with adventure opportunities.”

“When the Travel Nevada team first saw DARIUSTWIN’s work, we immediately knew that a partnership with him would inspire people to get a little out there in the state. The Neon in Nature Series is a creative take on what makes Nevada special,” said Rafael Villanueva, chief executive officer of Travel Nevada. “Additionally, we’re thrilled that this exhibition will be housed in the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas. We share a mission with the museum to enhance the quality of life for Nevada’s visitors and residents, and what better place to host The Neon in Nature series than a city whose history is intertwined with neon?”

The Neon in Nature Series, Presented by Travel Nevada will be on view at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas through April 6, 2026.

“The Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas is delighted to host this art- and Nevada-focused installation by DARIUSTWIN,” said Hollis J. Gillespie, director of the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas. “The Neon in Nature Series exemplifies our mission of educating the public about the history and natural history of the state, and it does so in an electrifying way. We look forward to sharing it with our visitors.”

EDITORS:  Select high-resolution images from The Neon in Nature Series, Presented by Travel Nevada are available here. Photo credit for all images: “Photo courtesy of Travel Nevada/DARIUSTWIN. ©️ 2024 DARIUSTWIN.”

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About Travel Nevada

The heart of Nevada shines through Travel Nevada, an organization focused on sharing the experiences, landmarks and living legends that make the Silver State a one-of-a-kind destination. Through community collaborations and strategic partnerships, we aim to connect with both locals and visitors alike, showcasing the sometimes-surprising, always-exciting treasures that keep people coming to Nevada. It’s theirs to explore-and ours to safekeep, from preserving our wild-at-heart way of life to our wide-open spaces. For more information, visit TravelNevada.com.

About the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas

Founded in 1982, the mission of the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas, serves to educate a diverse public about the history and natural history of Nevada. The museum collects, preserves, exhibits, and disseminates material that contributes to an understanding and appreciation of the state. For more information, visit https://www.lasvegasnvmuseum.org/

About DARIUSTWIN

Darren Pearson, known as DARIUSTWIN, is a light painting photographer and animator whose glowing creations have illuminated landscapes around the world. Using long-exposure photography and custom crafted LED lights, Darren “paints” with light in real time, creating skeletal figures, dinosaurs, aliens, and fantastical characters that exist for only a moment before disappearing into the night. His work has been featured by National Geographic, Intel, Honda, and Apple, among others.

Based in Southern California, Darren has been creating light paintings for more than a decade, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary, one exposure at a time. See more at dariustwin.com and follow @dariustwin.

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tbarnthouse@travelnevada.com; 775-624-0618

SOURCE: Nevada Division of Tourism

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