The Fernley Reporter
A motorcyclist was killed in a crash Thursday night on Interstate 80 west of Fernley.
According to the Nevada Highway Patrol, the crash was reported at about 8:31 p.m. on eastbound I-80 just east of Painted Rock Road.
The NHP reported that the rider crashed into the side guardrail and was pinned underneath it.
Paramedics responded to the scene, and the motorcyclist was pronounced dead, according to the NHP. He has not been identified.
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Comment author: Kayla Allen
Comment text: Suzie was a wonderful woman. I was pleased to call her my "godmother" as she helped me to become a better version of myself. I think about her a lot.
Comment publication date: 7/10/26, 8:31 PM
Comment source: Susanne Lynn Foster
Comment author: Sheena Nash
Comment text: After the trivia night is over, I would love for you to print the questions. I grew up in Fernley and would be interested to see how many answers I know.
The coin is beautiful. Congrats on 25 years as a city!
Comment publication date: 6/22/26, 1:38 PM
Comment source: City of Fernley planning 25th anniversary celebration with three days of community events
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Comment author: Carl C. Hagen
Comment text: Maybe there is more to this story than what is reported, but it seems to me that the businesses that are causing this problem ought to be paying for this, or at least a major portion of it. Why does the County have to pay the whole bill? Just my opinion.
Comment publication date: 5/7/26, 10:26 AM
Comment source: Storey County, Tesla partner to extend I-80 Patrick on-ramp
Comment author: Alan Reeder
Comment text: Great guy, laughed easily, had fun with his students, enjoyed our time together at FHS!
Comment publication date: 4/23/26, 10:23 PM
Comment source: Howard David Jackson
Comment author: Jack & Nancy Cook
Comment text: Wonderful man. Created a precious family with Linda. Will always respect and admire his contribution to teaching at FHS.
Comment publication date: 4/18/26, 10:27 AM
Comment source: Howard David Jackson
Comment author: JeffDickerson
Comment text: Very well reported, even though our motion was denied.
Comment publication date: 4/15/26, 11:05 AM
Comment source: Judge allows Fernley City Council to proceed with corrective agenda item in Lau expulsion case
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