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February 2012

Memorial service set for Lowell V. 'Lody' Smith, retired state forester

A memorial service for retired State Forester-Firewarden Lowell V. "Lody" Smith, who died Tuesday, will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 3 at the First Presbyterian Church at 115 North Division...

Carson City road construction report through March 4

Here is the Carson City road construction and maintenance report through March 4. There will be work at the following locations as a result of the Carson City Freeway Landscaping Project. No closures are expected, but traffic control will enforced. Work will be done at:

From beer to expression, take a tour of the Brewery Arts Center

Music, theater, dance and all things creative, the Brewery Arts Center is Carson City’s hub of all forms of art and continues to blaze a trail into the hearts and minds of the capital city.
In the heart of the historic district of Carson City, the BAC and the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall hosts more than 100 events annually in multiple venues, including theater productions, concerts, art classes, children’s programs, recitals and receptions.

Movie Review: 'Act of Valor' mixes recruiting with SEALs

The action-thriller film "Act of Valor," now playing at now the Galaxy Fandango cineplex in Carson City, merges real-life SEALs (we all know who the SEALs are, thanks to the Osama bin Laden assassination) with Hollywood actors in action photography taken during maneuvers at the SEAL training grounds.
No SEALs are identified by name, although there is a surprisingly length listing of SEALs who have died in action at the end of the film.

Death Notices: Grigg, Spindler, Martin

Mary Elizabeth Grigg, 86, of Carson City, passed away February 23, 2012. FitzHenry's Funeral Home is caring for the arrangements. 775-882-2644Bernard G. Spindler, 87, long time resident of Carson C...

Breaking: Carson City deputy attacked by dog, shots fired

Just before 2:30 p.m. today, during a traffic stop near the intersection of Roop Street and Little Lane, an officer was attacked by a large dog described as looking similar to a pit bull. The officer sustained minor injuries to his right leg and was directed to obtain medical treatment. The dog was shot and killed.

The officer pulled over a vehicle driven by a female identified as Terra Smythe. The passenger in the car was identified as Kevin Parrish.

Outpouring Of Appreciation And Respect From Nevadans For Legacy Of Late Sen. Bill Raggio

CARSON CITY – Here is a selection of comments made by Nevada public officials today following the announcement of the death of former state Sen. Bill Raggio:

U.S. Sen. Dean Heller: “I am deeply saddened by the death of Bill Raggio. There are no words to describe his dedication to the state of Nevada and I wish to express my deepest condolences and prayers for his wife Dale, and his family. Bill was a true statesman who dedicated his life to making Nevada a better place to live. His legacy will be remembered for generations to come.”

Obituary: Maddyson Ann Marie Palmer

"Maddy went peacefully to heaven on the morning of the 18 after her 3rd open heart surgery. She is now our little angel baby." We love you baby girl. xoxo ~ Mommy & Family Maddyson Ann Marie Pa...

Death Notices: Griffin, Ward, Mefford, Heinze, Chappell, Davis, Swafford

Wayne Williams Griffin Jr., 54 of Silver Springs, passed away on February 15, 2012, Autumn Funerals & Cremations. 775-888-6800.Harmon William Ward, 91 of Carson City, passed away on February 17, 20...

Obituary: Alexia Patricia Bishop

Alexia Patricia Bishop- Born September 24, 2011 in Carson City, Nevada, to Todd and Leanne Bishop, surrounded by loved one's. Alexia was a special Angel, having a genetic disorder called Trisom...