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The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

Two were arrested Monday for possession of stolen personal and business checks amounting to more than $555,000, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies made four arrests on Monday for warrants and one arrest for alleged possession of drug paraphernalia, according to booking reports.

Carson City Community Development Director Hope Sullivan encourages all residents, business owners, and visitors to participate in the Land Use Master Plan Update Virtual Meeting on Thursday, April 18, at 5 p.m. More information about access to the meeting can be found at envisioncarsoncity.org.

CARSON CITY — With major roadway improvements taking place across the region, the Nevada Department of Transportation, Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol and Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County are reminding motorists to drive safely in road work zones, including during National Work Zone Awareness Week held April 15-19.

The Lyon County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help in locating a missing, endangered woman who was last in contact with family on March 21.

Genevieve Frederick, founder and president of Feeding Pets of the Homeless will be the featured speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting.

A 44-year-old man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony eluding, misdemeanor reckless driving and DUI following a vehicle pursuit, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Carson High School World History, Global Issues Teacher Nicole Fagundes has been selected as a delegate to participate in a geography education conference and field study in South Korea during June 2024.

A locally produced radio program "A Masterclass for Master Plans" featured on KNVC 95.1 FM Carson City Community Radio will feature Carson City City Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ronni Hannaman this Friday, April 19 at noon.

Editor’s Note: This story is a collaboration between The Nevada Independent and Carson Now.

In May 2021, Tony Stephenson filed an open meeting law complaint against the Lyon County Commission, alleging that the board violated the state’s bedrock open government law by not fully disclosing the legislation it planned to lobby against ahead of commission meetings.

Electronic Benefits Transfer skimming and cloning is a nationwide problem that is rapidly growing, and the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services encourages Nevadans to safeguard their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits from theft.

It is an annual summer occurrence, tens of thousands of people heading to Lake Tahoe in search of beaches to enjoy for tanning, swimming and hanging out with friends. If parking and traffic are indications of the popularity of these activities, the stretch of US-50 at Zephyr Cove is a hot spot.

The parking lot at Friends in Service Helping, also known as FISH, in Carson City will be closed Monday, April 15, for resurfacing. All FISH services will remain open during regular business hours.

Local law enforcement agencies are joining forces with the U.S. Marshals Service to crack down on outstanding warrants.
High-profile cases, like sex offenders or violent felonies like robbery, home invasion and burglary will be handled by the U.S. Marshal Violent Task Force.

Here is the Carson City road report for the week of April 15-21, 2024. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

As of 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon, around 500 Carson City residents are without power according to NV Energy.

There are multiple outage points, the causes of which are under investigation.

Responding to calls for service in a timely, safe and professional manner remain a focus of the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office. One of our 2023 Goals, and continuing goals into 2024 was to reduce response times, then sustain the lower response times. As the first quarter of the year completed, we have met both of those goals.

Eight Free Scholarship Tickets remain available on a first-come, first-served basis. Email your request to wnvlgbtq@gmail.com today!

Co-Chairs Aaron Sims and Mark Gillard invite you to join some of our regional LGBTQ+ folks and friends for a fabulous afternoon of food, fun and community. Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, 1500 Old Hot Springs Road, Carson City. www.nevadalgbtq.com

The $25 lunch includes food, drinks, tax, and tip. Limited seating. See menu below. For information and ticket purchases, go to nevadalgbtq.com

All aboard for the return of the Twain Train VIP Rail Excursion to Virginia City, as it joins the festivities of the second annual Mark Twain Days Festival. Departing from the Eastgate Depot on Friday, May 10, 2024, at 2:30 p.m., passengers are in for an unforgettable journey filled with entertainment, history, and breathtaking views.

The Lyon County Board of County Commissioners met Tuesday, April 9, 2024, to approve the 2024-2025 tentative budget. Comptroller Josh Foli presented an Executive Summary and an overview of each Department’s budgets to the Board and answered questions from Commissioners on specific budget line items. The motion to approve the tentative budget, including minor revisions, was made by Commissioner Henderson and approved unanimously. The second budget hearing will be scheduled for a Board of County Commission meeting in May.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division has continued its investigation into the attempted kidnapping which occurred on February 8, 2024. As a result of the investigation, detectives developed probable cause to arrest Richard Henley.

On March 30, 2024, at approximately 7:06 p.m., the Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Division responded to a crash at the location of o US95A and Lyon County mile marker 27 in Lyon County, Nevada.

Like a carbon copy of last weekend but not as cold, another storm system will move into the Carson City area and surrounding counties this weekend, bringing breezy conditions, cooler temperatures, and periods of valley rain and mountain snow to the region, according to the National Weather Service.

A 54-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of misdemeanor DUI and reckless driving after trying to outrun a motorcycle deputy while riding an off-road four-wheeler, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

YERINGTON — The Lyon County Board of County Commissioners met Tuesday, April 9, 2024, to approve the 2024-2025 tentative budget. Comptroller Josh Foli presented an Executive Summary and an overview of each Department’s budgets to the Board and answered questions from Commissioners on specific budget line items.

On Tuesday, April 9, Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to the 400 Block of Six Mile Canyon Road in Dayton to assist the Grass Valley Police Department in an active investigation involving a stolen travel trailer.

Carson City School District Trustees approved a request Tuesday to designate a number of positions within the critical labor shortages category to help fill vacancies.