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Care Flight called after crash involving a motorcycle on Highway 50 East
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 4:06pmCare Flight was called Wednesday afternoon following a crash involving a motorcycle and a vehicle in Carson City. The crash was reported at 3:41 p.m. at Highway 50 East and Empire Ranch Road near the satellite post office.
Care Flight is transporting the motorcycle rider from the Carson City Airport to Renown Medical Center in Reno.
The condition of the rider is unknown. Nevada Highway Patrol also responded as well as the Carson City Fire Department and Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies.
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Miss Reno Rodeo prepares to reign
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 12:32pm
by NATASHA VITALE With the Reno Rodeo kicking off Thursday, the new Miss Reno Rodeo has a busy week ahead. Ashley Espin, 22, won the title Friday. As Miss Reno Rodeo, she will serve as an ambassador and promote the... Read More ›
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Carson City Sheriff's Office looking for missing teen
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 11:48amThe Carson City Sheriff's Office is looking for missing 16-year-old Kayla Tucker. Tucker is said to be 5'6", 185 lbs., with brown eyes. She recently dyed her hair reddish auburn.
Carson City deputies arrest California women in credit card scheme
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 9:57amTwo California women stopped by Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies on Tuesday have admitted to a scheme of using stolen credit cards to buy hundreds of dollars worth of gift cards.
Markeisha Yvette Orviss, 22, and Kamesha Joann Cooper, 24, of Pittsburg, Calif., were arrested by Carson City sheriff's patrol officers in the 3900 block of South Carson Street at 12:15 p.m.
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Nevada governor signs bill decriminalizing syringes
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 8:17amNevada Governor Brian Sandoval signed a new bill legalizing needle exchange programs and nonprescription pharmacy sales in Nevada.
Karson Kruzers seek Judges
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 12:45amFormer Carson City office manager sentenced to prison after stealing company money
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 5:35pmA 56-year-old Carson City woman was sentenced to prison Tuesday after embezzling at least $140,000 as office manager of a Carson City company formerly owned by actor Kevin Costner.
On Tuesday, District Court Judge James Wilson sentenced Barbara Jean Larson to 24 to 72 months in prison on a charge of embezzlement and 12 to 30 months on a charge related to defrauding the State of Nevada, Employment Security Division.
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Carson City woman sentenced to prison for transporting methamphetamine
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 5:13pmA 45-year-old Carson City woman who pled guilty in April to drug charges was sentenced Tuesday to 48 months in prison, with minimum parole eligibility after 12 months, for transporting methamphetamine.
The Tri-Net Narcotics Task Force received a tip Aug. 23, 2012, that Janna Hinsen, who had an active warrant, was staying at a location in Carson City, and would be picking up methamphetamine that day.
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Nevada receives $3.4 million grant from U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 3:50pmCARSON CITY — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded Nevada's Department of Public Safety Emergency Management a $3.4 million grant, an increase of $700,000 given to the state in a similar grant awarded in 2012, officials announced Tuesday.
“I am pleased Nevada has been awarded this grant, with an increase,” said Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval. “I thank Secretary Napolitano for her work and I thank NDEM for facilitating work around the state to ensure that these funds are applied to areas of importance that Nevada public safety officials deem critical.”
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Preliminary Hearing Set for Former Assemblyman Steven Brooks
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 2:34pm
More court dates have been set for former Nevada Assemblyman Steven Brooks on charges stemming from a freeway chase that ended in a violent struggle with California police in March.
Brooks, 41, is now scheduled for a pre-preliminary hearing July 16, and a preliminary hearing July 18 in Victorville, Calif.
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94th Reno Rodeo Begins Thursday
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 2:19pm
by JERI CHADWELL The 94th Reno Rodeo kicks off on Thursday when the participants of this year’s cattle drive arrive at the Reno Livestock Events center with more than 300 rodeo steers. According to a press statement released on Sunday,... Read More ›
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Sheriff: Reported crimes down in Carson City during event-filled weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 12:37pmWith tens of thousands of people in Carson City last weekend for local events including Taste of DownTown, the Carson City Airport Open House and the Father's Day Powwow, law enforcement arrest records show a relatively quiet weekend.
"We had an excellent weekend and it goes to show that when there are positive family and community events happening around town, the amount of crimes reported falls very low from all points, north to south, east to west and downtown," said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.
The following arrests were made:
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Carson City Sheriff's Office Lt. Jeff Melvin to be promoted to captain
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 10:48amOn June 19th, Lt. Jeff Melvin will be promoted to the grade of Captain at the Carson City Sheriff’s Office. His promotion signals a milestone completion pursued by Sheriff Furlong since 2003 of having his top front line leadership positions in the department to successfully complete the FBI National Academy (FBINA), thus the promotion from Lieutenant to Captain. The esteem accomplishment of the academy is one of the most prestigious law enforcement alumni in the country.
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Condominium fire leads to arrest of woman on felony drug charge
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 9:36amCarson City authorities investigating a possible arson at a condominium this morning arrested the woman who lived at the residence on a felony drug charge. Ginnie Heidt, was arrested at 4:45 a.m. Tuesday in the 200 block of Allouette Way.
According to the arrest report, officers investigating the fire insider Heidt's condominium made contact with her where she told authorities she was not aware of a fire at her residence but that she was informed earlier in the morning from a friend of hers that something bad happened there but that he provided no information.
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Catch the Supermoon over Northern Nevada on Sunday
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 8:08amThe Supermoon is coming. In fact, the upcoming Supermoon is being called a Super Supermoon by some. Myths have it turning folks into werewolves, creating higher tides and causing folks to fall in love. That's the talk about it.
Carson City Sheriff's Office reports increase in vehicle burglaries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2013 - 9:11amThe Carson City Sheriff's Office reports an uptick in vehicle burglaries around town and asks residents to take pro-active measures to avoid becoming victims.
According to Sgt. Darrin Sloan, the sheriff's office looks at each case to identify patterns to help thwart this type of crime, but lately, patterns are not showing themselves.
There are, however, numerous vehicle burglary cases that have aspects in common, including unlocked doors, open windows and valuables left in plain view, said Sloan in a news release.
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Dry and windy for early part of this week; Red Flag Warning Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2013 - 7:34amDry, windy conditions for the Carson City region will develop late today and early Tuesday as low pressure moves into the Pacific Northwest this week, according to the National Weather Service. A Red Flag Warning will go into effect beginning Tuesday at noon because of the wind that will cause critical fire weather conditions.
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Portion of Carson City Freeway to close Monday night for maintenance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 8:36pmA portion of the Carson City Freeway will be closed Monday beginning at 8 p.m. and running through 6 a.m. Tuesday morning, city officials said.
The Carson City Freeway will be closed from the U.S. Highway 50 East/William Street interchange to the Fairview Drive interchange because of maintenance.
Detours will be signed routing southbound freeway traffic west on William Street and south on to Carson Street. If necessary, the freeway will be closed Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, during the same hours, until the project is complete.
In other road maintenance news:
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Seasons of Insanity Rocks Carson City, Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 4:02pmCarson City shakes with 2.8 magnitude early morning earthquake near Mexican Dam
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 1:55pmAnother series of earthquakes rolled through Carson City Sunday morning, the largest being a magnitude 2.8 recorded at around 4:30 a.m. and centered southeast of town near the Mexican Dam Road area, according to the Nevada Seismological Laboratory.
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Taste of DownTown Carson City 2013 winners announced
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 7:27amHere are the winners as picked by participants of the 20th annual Taste of DownTown Carson City to support Advocates to End Domestic Violence. There were 44 participating restaurants and businesses and 10 bands representing this year's event.
The winners are:
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Personal use firewood cutting on Forest Service land begins in select areas Monday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 1:30amCARSON CITY — Open dead-tree firewood cutting areas in Hope Valley and Leviathan and Poor Boy begins Monday, The Carson Ranger District and Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest announced.
Meanwhile, live-tree cutting areas will open on July 15. Areas include Beagle (Dog Valley area), Scotts Lake (south of Woodfords, Calif), and Thomas Creek Canyon (off of Mt. Rose Highway).
In the live-tree cutting areas, only designated trees may be cut and slash must be piled. Designated trees are described on the live-tree cutting area maps.
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Swimsuit competition added to the Carson Nugget’s Summer 'Red, White and Blue Barbecue' series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 12:53pm
Event Date:
June 29, 2013 - 1:00pm Hey Carson City, grab your favorite swimsuit and get ready to strut your stuff to win more than a $1,000 in cash and prices.
The next Red, White and Blue Barbecue at the Carson Nugget in Carson City will feature a Men and Women’s Swimsuit Contest during the June 29th day-long barbecue from 1 to 7 p.m. The contest will be held from 2-5:30 p.m. with the finals being held inside the casino at the Show Bar beginning at 5:30 p.m.
All signups will receive a free barbecue plate. Because the barbecue is a family event, there are ground rules regarding the competition:
Bicyclist injured near Hobart Lake; Care Flight responds
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 11:55amCare Flight was ordered late Saturday morning for an injured bicyclist found near Hobart Lake, northwest of Carson City.
Search and Rescue and Carson City Fire Department used ATV and brush vehicles to get into the area, which is in rough terrain. Dispatch was alerted to the injured cyclist at 11:08 a.m., who was said to have a back injury.
Care Flight was ordered at 11:48 a.m., once rescue personnel were able to make contact with the victim. The helicopter was to land in an area near the scene of the accident, about a quarter mile from the lake.
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Susan Haas named interim executive director, CEO for Nevada RSVP
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 10:55amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Rural Counties Retired Senior Volunteer Program Board of Directors has appointed Susan Haas as Interim Executive Director and CEO. Haas began work with the organization in 2007 as Program Director then was promoted in 2012 to Director of Development.
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Vendors sought for the Carson Nugget’s Summer Series 'Red, White and Blue Barbecues'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 9:28am
Event Date:
June 29, 2013 - 1:00pm New vendors are currently being sought to participate in the “Red, White and Blue Barbecue” at the Carson Nugget in Carson City.
The next barbecue will be held on the Carson Street lot, across from the casino on Saturday, June 29th from 1:00 until 7:00 PM. This will be the second in a series of four “Red, White & Blue Barbecues” this summer. The barbecues are FREE and offer fun for all ages.
New vendor spots are $25 in advance. Interested parties can contact Mary Burgoon at MBurgoon@ccnugget.com.
Carson City Elks Lodge honors Old Glory on American Flag Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 06/14/2013 - 5:24pmWith Flag Day ceremonies across the state and throughout the nation, the Carson City Elks Lodge No. 2177, in partnership with the Carson City Emblem Club. 507, celebrated its annual American Flag Day ceremony Friday. Guests were given a historical presentation of the flag and its importance as the symbol of our country.
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Two jailed after drug-fueled assault on Carson City officers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 06/14/2013 - 10:16amTwo men were arrested early Friday morning in the 1800 block of Long Street in Carson City and face multiple charges, including battery on police officers and resisting arrest. A 20-year-old Carson City man later told officers both had been under the influence of LSD and marijuana.
According to the arrest report, deputies were dispatched to the area of 1800 East Long Street late Thursday night after reports came in of a man screaming and stating he had a bloody nose.
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Gov. Sandoval Vetoes Background Check Bill
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 2:29pm
by JERI CHADWELL Gov. Brian Sandoval has vetoed the controversial bill that would have required background checks for the private party transfer of firearms in Nevada. During the week since the bill was delivered to the Governor’s office, it has... Read More ›
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Lyon County to receive $1.9 million in federal money for public land use
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 2:25pmLyon County will receive $1.9 million from the U.S. Department of Interior for revenue generated on public land, Sen. Harry Reid announced Thursday. Douglas County will receive $615,397 and Carson City $116,138.
Statewide funds totaling $23.3 million will be received from from the Department, which collects about $14 billion in revenue annually from commercial activities on federal lands, such as oil and gas leasing, livestock grazing and timber harvesting.
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Carson City man jailed after admitting to sexual assault
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 1:43pmA 38-year-old Carson City man faces a felony sexual assault charge, admitting to investigators that he committed the crime against a 16-year-old girl.
Joaquin Canales-Montes is being held on $100,000 bail. He was arrested Tuesday after agreeing to a voluntary interview by Carson City Sheriff's Office investigators. The crime happened in the 3000 block of Airport Road around 12:30 a.m. Tuesday, he told officers after he was read his Miranda rights and agreed to speak.
Carson Now is withholding information to protect the victim.
In other arrests:
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Nevada Becomes the 14th State to Legalize Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 12:17pm
CARSON CITY — Gov. Brian Sandoval signed SB374 into law Wednesday evening, which authorizes and regulates medical marijuana dispensaries to serve Nevadans with medical marijuana cards. The bill also contains provisions to continue to allow home-growing until 2016. (It’s currently legal...
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Nevada governor vetoes gun background checks bill
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 11:51amPrivate citizens in Nevada can keep selling firearms to each other without doing background checks. Republican Gov. Brian Sandoval vetoed SB221 Thursday.
Funding secured for Guinn Millennium Scholarship through 2018
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 11:10amCARSON CITY — Nevada's program to provide college scholarships to deserving students will continue through 2018, with a $15 million cash infusion to the Gov. Guinn Millennium Scholarship program, State Treasurer Kate Marshall announced this week.
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Video: Racers return to skies over Reno
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 10:19am
by NATASHA VITALE Pilots are spending this week training at the Pylon Racing Seminar at Reno-Stead Airport to prepare for the annual Reno National Championship Air Races, known to aviation aficionados as “the Cadillac of air racing.” The annual competition... Read More ›
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Millennium Scholarship to Continue At Least Through 2017-2018 School Year
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 5:17pm
CARSON CITY — In a press statement released on Monday, The Nevada State Treasurer’s Office announced that $15 million allocated to the Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship program during the 2013 Legislative Session will allow the program continue through at least...
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Kingsbury Grade now open; wildfire near Lake Tahoe remains under investigation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 4:09pmUPDATE 8:05PM: State Route 207 Kingsbury Grade is now open to motorist with controls. Please use caution around firefighters and equipment that remain working the fire.
Fire personnel will remain on scene to gain further containment of this fire. The cause of this fire is still under investigation.
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Food For Thought Seeks Volunteers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 3:50pm
Event Date:
June 29, 2013 - 10:00am Food For Thought seeks service groups or individuals to help with their Saddle Up For Kids Carnival on June 29.
They are in need of service groups/organizations/individuals to run carnival game booths. The booths run from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday, June 29 at Mills Park and they need afternoon help from 1:30-5:30. They are also in need of help to teardown from 5-6:30.
Carson City Crossfire gets new name, returns to airwaves after 10-year hiatus
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 3:01pmWith political flame throwing at an all-time high, there has indeed been something missing from the Carson City air waves lately.
Sure, civility doesn't make the headlines these days, but what happens when two people can disagree, throw in some hilarious zingers at themselves and each other and still remain long-standing friends when the studio lights go dim?
Welcome to Capital CrossFire 2.0., a program that will return to the Carson City airwaves after a 10-year hiatus.
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Inside Out Chiropractic has moved!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 12:44pmInside Out Chiropractic has moved to 1502 N. Carson Street, unit 5 (in the Century 21 building). Dr. Black, DC, comments “I am most pleased with this new location. While it is smaller, it is much more conducive to seeing patients”.
Sandoval Signs Bill for ELL Funding
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 12:36pm
CARSON CITY — Gov. Brian Sandoval signed Senate Bill 504 Wednesday, which allocates state funding to ELL (English Language Learners) programs in Nevada schools. ELL instructional programs promote students’ English language proficiency and understanding of English-based academic content. “Many Nevadans struggle everyday...
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Witness of Winnemucca dust storm crash: ‘I walked into the fast lane …’
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 12:20pm
by NATASHA VITALE A Sparks motorist who was caught in the blinding dust storm in Winnemucca recounted Tuesday how he narrowly avoided being part of the 27-vehicle chain-reaction pileup on Interstate 80 that left one person dead, dozens injured and...
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High winds, fire danger prompt Red Flag Warning for much of Northern Nevada and Sierra
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 10:57amAn area of low pressure moving into the Pacific Northwest will increase winds today throughout the Carson City region, producing gusts of 35 to 45 mph from late this morning and into this evening, according to the National Weather Service.
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Nevada Governor Sandoval Signs Film Incentive Bill
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Tue, 06/11/2013 - 11:23pm
CARSON CITY — On late Tuesday, Gov. Brian Sandoval signed a bill that will create a tax incentive program to lure film productions to Nevada.
Introduced by Sen. Aaron Ford, Senate Bill 165 would provide up to $20 million in tax breaks for production companies that spend at least 60 percent of their money toward making movies in Nevada.
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Carson City adopts pilot program that addresses mental health issues and violence
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/11/2013 - 9:51pmCarson City Sheriff Ken Furlong recently returned from a national conference in Atlanta where experts from around the country discussed how to prevent people from committing mass casualty attacks. Furlong was asked to talk about the shooter who opened fire and killed four at the Carson City IHOP in 2011.
Two Carson City women jailed on separate sex offense-related charges
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/11/2013 - 7:11pmTwo Carson City women were arrested Monday in separate cases involving warrants alleging felony statutory sexual seduction in one instance, and gross misdemeanor indecent exposure in another.
Tracy Lynn Cervantes, 24, was arrested in the 2700 block of Menlo Drive at 1:31 p.m. A warrant had been issued for her arrest on June 5. She also faces a misdemeanor charge of being in violation of a suspended sentence. Bail: $21,000.
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Lake Tahoe summer shuttle service to Sand Harbor begins June 15
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/11/2013 - 4:35pmThe East Shore Express, a park and ride bus that runs from Incline Village to Sand Harbor, opens for a second season for Lake Tahoe visitors and locals.
Buses will operate Saturdays and Sundays beginning the weekends of June 15-16 and June 22-23 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Daily operations begin Saturday, June 29 through Sept. 2 with service from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and run every 20 minutes on weekends. Hours of operation on the Fourth of July are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Nevadans Wait for Sandoval to Take Action
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Tue, 06/11/2013 - 2:45pm
CARSON CITY — Just over one week after the end of the 77th legislative session, Nevadans are still waiting for Gov. Brian Sandoval to take action on the controversial universal background check bill.
It is believed that the Governor will veto Senate Bill 221; however, it’s been nearly a week since the measure was enrolled and delivered to his office, and Sandoval has yet to announce his final decision.
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Wildfire behind Carson City rifle range 'under control' firefighters report
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/11/2013 - 12:13pmUPDATE 12:30PM: The fire burning near the long rifle range off of Flint Drive in Carson City is under control at this time, according to firefighters at the scene. The mop-up phase has begun and firefighters expect to be at the scene for at least 45 minutes to an hour, according to dispatch.
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Carson City Fire Department personnel are responding to a wildfire this afternoon near the rifle range at 400 Flint Drive. Smoke is visible and flames are reportedly being fanned by gusty winds.
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Nevada Bills That Never Saw the Light of Day
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Tue, 06/11/2013 - 11:11am
CARSON CITY — Several bills that were introduced in the just-ended session of the Nevada Legislature didn’t get a chance to see the light of day in 2013. Here’s a look back on a few pieces of legislation that died this year:
Ward-only voting Republican Gov. Brian Sandoval vetoed legislation Tuesday that would have changed Reno’s and Sparks’ current voting system from citywide voting to ward-only voting, which would require voters to select the city council candidate who would represent the ward they live in.
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