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Positive cases of rabies in bats have been detected in Carson City and Washoe County, the Nevada Department of Agriculture Animal Disease Laboratory said.

The cases have occurred in 2025, according to a press release. NDA says activity increases May through October.

On average, the Animal Disease Laboratory confirms between 10 and 20 cases of bat rabies annually in Nevada. While rabies can occur in other wildlife species, bats are the primary source for transmission to humans and domestic animals.

“Maintaining up-to-date rabies vaccinations for pets is extremely important this time of year,” said NDA State Veterinarian Peter Rolfe. “Vaccinating dogs and cats not only safeguards the health of these animals but also provides a vital layer of protection for their owners. Unvaccinated animals exposed to rabies face mandatory euthanasia, highlighting the necessity of consistent vaccination.”

Nevada state law mandates current rabies vaccination for dogs, cats and ferrets. Vaccinations also are available for certain species of livestock. Animal owners are urged to work with their veterinarians to establish and maintain a vaccination schedule for their animals, NDA said.

“If you or your animals have had contact with any bats, contact your local healthcare professional or veterinary provider immediately,” Rolfe said.

Bats can enter and exit homes undetected. Any bat, dead or alive, that may have been in contact with people or domestic animals should be reported immediately.

It is crucial that individuals contact their local animal control agency before attempting to pick up a bat, the press release said.

Individuals can learn more about rabies and the proper steps to take in the case of a possible exposure on the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov/rabies, or through Northern Nevada Public Health.

Inside the former Postal Cafe restaurant in New Washoe City on Eastlake Boulevard, Anneke Schat’s Coffee & Pastry has opened up shop, serving fresh baked goods, coffee and smoothies, and even functions as something of a small market for local producers.

This is because, for owner Anneke Schat, it’s all about supporting local farmers and bringing the community together over her fresh baked, artisanal treats.

In addition, Anneke’s hosts pop-up events such as a cookie decorating class for kids, sourdough pizza dinners, and most recently, a local farmers and makers market every Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. throughout the summer.

Anneke’s is the third Nevada bakery to come out of the Schat’s family, following in the footsteps of Paul Schat’s Bakery in Carson City, run by her brother, and Schat’s Bakery & Restaurant in Minden, run by her nephew. Anneke Schat is the daughter of Erick Schat, who started the flagship Schat’s Bakery in Bishop, Calif. until his death in 2021.

The Schat family comes from a long line of Dutch bakers dating all the way back to 1890s Holland, Schat said, with several members of the family operating bakeries throughout California and Nevada.

Before opening its new brick-and-mortar storefront, Schat operated Anneke’s as a one-woman mobile pastry cart, traveling around Washoe Valley for three years.

“I’ve had my eye on this location for a while, but it had been leased out, so I just kept running the bakery cart,” Schat said. “I was open four days a week, towing it every day, even in the snow.”

Now in its permanent home, the shop was able to expand their menu with offerings like sourdough cookies, breakfast croissants, antioxidant bread, fruit danishes, fresh soup and sandwiches and more.

According to Schat, all the pastries are either baked on-site or brought in fresh daily from Paul Schat’s Bakery in Carson City. In addition, the espresso bar uses local beans from Glory Cloud Coffee Roasters in Sparks, and for non-coffee drinkers there is a selection of tea, Italian sodas, and fruit smoothies.

What makes Anneke’s more than just a place to grab a latte and treat is her commitment to partnering with local farmers as part of the farm-to-table movement.

“I want to make sure that we’re supporting local farmers from the Valley as much as possible,” Schat said. “For the sandwiches, [we use] local ingredients as much as we can.”

The Farm-to-table concept typically involves sourcing products directly from farmers and ranchers to provide fresh, seasonal offerings to the community, while stimulating the local economy, which, according to the USDA, is a concept that began at the turn of the 20th century.

In their commitment to supporting the movement, Anneke’s sells several local products including jarred pickled vegetables from Tillie’s Nevada, local wagyu beef from Watershed Ranch, handmade soap from Blue Canoe Soap Co. made with espresso grounds – and even fresh eggs from Schat’s own chicken farm, among other items.

In addition to their pop-up events, Anneke’s offers a place to host private events – or, if you want Anneke’s to come to you, they also provide catering services.

The Washoe Valley location won’t be the last in the slow Schat expansion east; Anneke said she hopes to eventually open a second location in South Reno.

However, for now, she said she is happy to have a community space where people can gather and “enjoy the spoils of Washoe Valley.”

“People are always looking for spaces to host [events], and there’s not a lot to choose from out here,” Schat said. “So it’s a special place.”

To keep up to date on Anneke’s, follow them on Instagram @anneke_schats_bakery.

Anneke’s Coffee & Pastry is located at 3115 Eastlake Blvd. in New Washoe City, and is open Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can reach Washoe Valley’s newest bakery by calling (775) 722 4899.

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