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June 2017

Carson City Bypass to open first week in August

Crews are putting the final polish on the last stretch of freeway that will complete the Carson Bypass. Tentative plans are to open for a run-walk and bike tour for area residents July 22. The final stretch won't open to traffic until the first week of August.

Proposed health insurance rates announced for 3 counties after carriers abandon rural Nevada

With news this week that Nevada’s health insurance exchange carriers bolted from Nevada's 14 rural counties including Carson City, Lyon, Douglas and Storey counties, the state's Division of Insurance posted a summary of proposed rate changes for 2018 on the Division’s website.

Cannabis Countdown: What you need to know about driving under the influence of marijuana

The clock is ticking as recreational marijuana dispensaries in Nevada prepare to open their doors to the public on Saturday. Law enforcement officials are warning people who decide to purchase or use pot this weekend about some of the things they need to know before getting behind the wheel.

Carson City deputies make felony warrant arrests for suspicion of fraud, third DUI

A Carson City man was arrested Thursday for a felony warrant alleging he obtained money by false pretenses and diverted construction funds, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Corvette Club Show and Shine returns to Carson City at Michael Hohl Motor Company

Event Date: 
July 9, 2017 - 9:00am

Michael Hohl Motor Company invites Corvette owners and enthusiasts to their 7th Annual Reno Corvette Club Show & Shine on Sunday, July 9 from 9:00am to 12pm at 3700 S. Carson St., Carson City. More than 50 Corvettes will be on display competing for Best in Class and Best of Show trophies.

Carson City Fire Department respond to report of wildfire in Brunswick Canyon

UPDATE 1:21PM: The fire at the Carson City landfill has been extinguished.
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UPDATE 12:57 p.m.— The fire has been contained, with the help of a water truck that was on the scene.
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Carson City Fire Department was called Friday afternoon to a brush fire in the Brunswick Canyon area. The fire is producing smoke in the area, according to dispatch.

New WNC Child Development Center Director Plans to Continue Doran’s Legacy

Is there any way to replace Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully or Journey lead singer Steve Perry?
At Western Nevada College, Anna Lisa Acosta is tasked with following Andrea Doran as director of the Child Development Center. Doran is leaving her post after serving families and caring for children in the community for 20 years.

May gaming numbers show continuing recovery

CARSON CITY — May gaming win continued Nevada's recovery following the recession, posting a 3.5 percent increase to $991.6 million. Gaming ...

Sassafras seeks vendors, volunteers and donors for third annual Sassabration

Event Date: 
July 15, 2017 (All day)

Vendors, sponsors, donors, and volunteers are still sought for the third annual Sassabration, taking place Saturday, July 15 at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, 1500 Old Hot Springs Road in the Carson Hot Springs complex.

NDOT halts State Route 28 construction near Incline Village for July 4 extended holiday period

The Nevada Department of Transportation announced that work on State Route 28 shared-used path near Incline Village will be on hold during the Fourth of July extended holiday weekend, Saturday, July 1 through Tuesday, July 4.