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Why did the Washoe County Library director leave after only a few months on the job? That's the question many people are asking. The rumor mill has been busy, with plenty of speculation that there's much more to the story than has been publicly shared. Some are even suggesting Washoe County go
Read the articleToday, the Washoe County Commission is expected to appoint new members to the Washoe County Library Board of Trustees. Officially, the process is straightforward. Applications were accepted. Candidates were notified. Commissioners will review the applicants and make their selections, and Commission
Read the articlePublic meetings rarely stay quiet in small communities, but the conflict involving Library Trustee Gianna Jacks, community members, and KUNR has moved beyond routine disagreement. What began as complaints voiced in local civic spaces has now evolved into a broader dispute involving allegations of ha
Read the articleKUNR and Gianna Jacks—name a more predictable storyline. At this point, it’s less “reporting” and more a recurring theme. Makes you wonder what’s really driving the coverage at KUNR - almost seems personal.
Read the articlePicon got more than a little entertainment out of the latest Washoe County Library Board of Trustees meeting. Public comment has officially crossed into slapstick territory, and frankly, we enjoyed every minute.
Read the articleIf you somehow missed Washoe County is looking for a new library director we thought we’d point it out. All while Washoe County stares down a huge budget deficit. Yes, really. Washoe County is currently recruiting a Library Director with a salary range of $146,681.60 to $205,358.40, with the first
Read the articleAnother day, another Washoe County official who’s suddenly been Checked Out. This week’s edition: Library Assistant Director Stacy McKenzie, who has taken a “temporary leave of absence” with no explanation. Sound familiar? It should—it’s practically the county’s house style. Remember, McKenzie on
Read the articleIn a dizzying twist of local political irony, Washoe County Library Trustee Marie Rodriguez — once a recipient of Commissioner Mike Clark’s support — appears to be smearing him as the secret ringleader of a so-called “mob” that attends commission meetings for about a year now. In a public email to
Read the articleIn a move that surprised absolutely no one familiar with his history, Washoe County Library Director Jeff Scott resigned moments before his potential termination—repeating his 2015 Berkeley playbook when faced with similar circumstances. Now, as predictable as the sunrise, those who haven't bothered
Read the articleIs the sudden discovery of library funding a genuine miracle or convenient timing? After five months of dire warnings about reduced hours, staff cuts, and service reductions due to tax reallocation, the library system has mysteriously found sufficient funds to maintain operations—just days before
Read the articlePicon remembers the Sparks Library controversy involving The clash arose when Mayor Smith attempted to prevent the first Drag Queen Story Hour at the library, sparking a feud with Director Scott. This incident raised questions about Mr. Scott’s humanity since Mayor Smith was terribly ill at the time
Read the articleWell, well, well... What do we have here? A masterclass in creative interpretation of voter will, starring the Washoe County Library saga. After voters rejected the $4.5 million library funding measure, some folks are playing a fascinating game of bureaucratic Twister.
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