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September 2012

Pyramid Lake trout season opens October 1

Pyramid Lake, located about 30 miles north of Sparks, will open on Monday, Oct. 1, to fishing for Lahontan cutthroat trout.
That large, desert lake (roughly the same surface size as Lake Tahoe) has a three-month trout closure, each year, from July 1 to Sept. 30.
Here are all kinds of interesting information about that lake:

Pre-historic Lake Lahontan:

Driving force behind United Blood Services retires after 22 years

For 22 years Alana Ladd-Ross has been one of the most well-known faces with United Blood Services. On Wednesday she officially retired and was sent out in style with a party in her honor.
In between laughter and tears, employees and friends lined up one-by-one to pledge their appreciation and allegiance to Alana, the donor recruitment and community relations supervisor for United Blood Services of Carson City, whom many say was the driving force and life blood behind the operation.

Carson City authorities arrest suspects on weapons, fraud and battery charges

A 71-year-old Carson City man was booked into jail on Sept. 24 on a warrant stemming from two charges of assault with a deadly weapon. Francis John Belongia, was arrested in the 4000 block of Stampede Drive without incident. Bail was set at $20,000.
In other felony-related arrests:
— A Dayton woman faces a felony charge of fraudulent use of a credit card or debit card without consent. Cynthia Marie Shelley, 31, was arrested Sept. 26. in the 1900 block of North Carson Street. She was arrested following a felony warrant issued by the Carson City Justice Court. Bail was set at $7,500.

Local Author Debuts New Book, How To Raise A Rocket Scientist For Fun And Profit

Event Date: 
October 15, 2012 - 7:00pm

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and Outskirts Press and local author Steve Browne are proud to announce the debut of the inspirational "must- read" new book of the year, How To Raise A Rocket Scientist For Fun and Profit.

Poll: Nevadans believe economy improving

Nevadans in growing numbers believe the state economy is picking up and overwhelmingly approve of the performance of Gov. Brian Sandoval, but they aren't pleased with the Legislature, according to a new poll of 500 likely voters.

Chamber Leadership Institute Class revamps Senior Citizen Center Media Room

Senior Center receives media room makeover - Leadership Institute style

The Carson City Chamber Leadership Institute Class of 2012 gave up their Saturday to completely renovate the media room of the Carson City Senior Center as part of their
community project. The class purchased a new 55' LED television, new shelving, a leather coach, TV stand and posters to make the room inviting to seniors as they view
their favorite movies. Each Leadership Institute class gives back to the community before graduation. The class raises the monies and completes the work. Pictured

Obituary: Dorothy Santillo

Our beloved mother, grandmother and friend Dorothy Santillo, 88, passed away September 20, 2012 in Carson City, Nev. Dorothy was born May 5, 1924 in Edinburg, Pa. to Robert and Ida Hammers. She...

Obituary: Louis J. Cardarelli

Louis J. Cardarelli, 80, of Minden passed away September 22, 2012 in Carson City. He was preceded in death by his wife Esther. He is survived by four children: Diane O'Brien, Stephen Cardarelli, C...

Lake Tahoe South looks to winter 2012-13 with resort improvements, blockbuster events

Visitors to America’s favorite lake, as was designated this year by USA Today, can expect a winter of major content as Lake Tahoe South resorts are poised with prime attractions, sizzling special events and a combination of unmatched outdoor recreation and nighttime amenities.

“The destination is on a major uptick with a record-breaking summer and the ongoing economic recovery,” said Carol Chaplin, executive director at the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority. “Plus, there’s an enthusiastic outlook as local weather indicators point toward a season of big snow.”

State Senate Candidate Advocates New Corporate Profits Tax In Debate, GOP Opponent Says Call Is Premature

CARSON CITY – Former state Sen. Sheila Leslie drew a clear contrast with her Republican opponent Sen. Greg Brower in the District 15 race in Washoe County in a debate today, calling for a corporate profits tax to generate enough revenue to adequately fund education.