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Carson City emergency crews respond to crash at Highway 50 and Arrowhead
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 1:52pmCarson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and the Nevada Highway Patrol were called Monday afternoon to a vehicle crash in the westbound lane of Highway 50 near Arrowhead.
Railroad museum in Carson City accepts full-sized replica of V&T’s first locomotive
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 1:40pmCARSON CITY — The old saying that legends never die might also be said about old locomotives. Many of those iron horses, long lost to time or the scrap heap, live on through historic photographs, artwork and the hearts and minds and skillful hands of railroad buffs.
Carson City arrests: Suspect denies threats, admits huffing fumes inside ride share vehicle
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 11:54amA 20-year-old woman was arrested Sunday in the area of Koontz and Carson streets for suspicion of misdemeanor threats and harassment, and violation of alternative sentencing conditions following an incident involving a ride sharing service driver, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.
Public Safety Priority: NV Energy unveils Natural Disaster Protection Plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 10:29amOn February 28, NV Energy filed its Natural Disaster Protection Plan with the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada per Senate Bill 329, that outlines how the company plans to help protect the public from the impacts of natural disasters on its electric infrastructure that have been experienced in other Western states.
Nevada Census 2020 offers information, advises the potential for scams targeting upcoming count
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 10:04amTo maintain clarity and ensure the public is aware of any fraudulent activity Nevada Census 2020 advises the best way to protect against scams is to know what to look for when approached or when receiving correspondence to the related to the upcoming Census count.
Carson City area events for Monday, March 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 7:02pmThe first Monday of March should bring clearing skies and sunshine after a weekend of wild weather. Activities include a discussion and documentary viewing regarding the high cost of pharmaceutical drugs, plus Read Across America storytime for young children at the Carson City Library, fitness events, West Coast swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes and more.
Carson City area road report for week of March 2-8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 6:43pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of March 2-8, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, please visit CarsonProud.com. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
It's Your City: Concert for center that helps Carson City homeless to feature Tom Petty tribute with Michael Furlong Band
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 11:42amIn this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer talks with DeeDee Foremaster, director of Do Drop In, a local center in Carson City that provides services for the homeless.
The two discuss its "A Face in the Crowd" fundraiser that will be happening this Saturday, March 7, a Fuji Park featuring the music of Tom Petty presented by nationally renowned tribute music sensation The Michael Furlong Band.
Carson City area Sunday weather update: Snow through this morning
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 7:33amA Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 10 a.m. Sunday for the Carson City area and valley floors and noon for Lake Tahoe and surroundings areas in the Sierra, according to the National Weather Service. With the return of snow, many chain restrictions are in place Sunday morning across the Sierra and western Nevada.
Senator Square: Carson High School senior to raise support for Nevada Humane Society
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 6:46amHello to everyone in Carson City. My name is Destiny Hernandez, and I am a senior at Carson High School. Just like all of the other seniors here at the school, I am working on my Senior Project, a graduation requirement, in order to benefit not only myself but also those animals in the community who need a home.
NV Energy Requests $24 Million Rate Decrease Benefitting Northern Nevada Customers
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/29/2020 - 5:32pmNV Energy today made a rate filing with the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) that if approved, will result in an overall $24.1 million rate decrease for northern Nevada electric customers effective October 1, 2020. This is the second rate reduction filed by NV Energy this month.
‘Giant Dust Devil’ tears through West Carson Neighborhood Saturday, destroying roofs, trees
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/29/2020 - 3:14pmA giant dust devil was reported to have wreaked significant damage on a west Carson City neighborhood Saturday afternoon during the wind storm that swept through the city, according to local resident Katherine Hansen.
Carson City man arrested for lewdness with a child, stolen credit cards, obstruction and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/29/2020 - 11:18amA 30-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of 2nd and Curry on four felony counts including two fugitive from justice warrants for lewdness with a child and obstruction, one count of using a false ID to avoid prosecution, and one count of obtaining or possessing credit cards without consent.
According to the report, Gary Pedrucci was arrested after Special Enforcement Team deputies were traveling south on Curry Street and saw an SUV partially in the roadway for north and south traffic.
Nevada Highway Patrol investigates fatal rollover incident near Johnson Lane Friday night
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/29/2020 - 10:51amAccording to NHP Northern Command, a fatal rollover occurred just before 10 p.m. Friday night, resulting in at least one confirmed fatality.
The fatal crash occurred in the Northbound lanes of 395 at Johnson Lane in Carson City, which was shut down for the investigation. Two vehicles were involved in the accident, which included a rollover and ejection.
One person was confirmed deceased at the scene. NHP believes impairment was a factor.
The deceased's name has not been released at this time.
Updates to follow.
Car versus Bus vehicle accident reported at College and Lompa Friday evening
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/28/2020 - 6:00pmAn accident between a bus and a vehicle was reported in the area of College and Lompa just before 5 p.m. on Friday evening.
Dispatch reported that a vehicle struck the bus before two suspects from the vehicle fled on foot. People on scene reported someone at the scene involved with the crash appeared intoxicated.
However, once deputies arrived all individuals involved with the accident were still on scene and spoke with deputies.
Deputies are on scene providing traffic control.
Updates to follow.
Carson City man arrested on warrants for alleged assault with machete, firearms
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/28/2020 - 11:50amA 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the 4000 block of Furnace Creek Road on five felony warrants including three counts of assault with a deadly weapon, and two counts of domestic battery with a deadly weapon.
According to the arrest report, Michael Craig Henson Jr. was arrested on the original crime, which involved the use o a firearm and machete.
Firefighters knock down Lyon County house blaze Thursday, minor injuries reported
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/28/2020 - 10:27amOn Thursday afternoon Central Lyon Fire was dispatched to a house fire in Silver Springs that left multiple people displaced and one with minor injuries.
Carson City supervisors to tackle water rate hike, pot dispensary hours and Halloween calendar change
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/28/2020 - 10:20amThe next meeting of the Carson City Board of Supervisors will take place on Thursday, March 5, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center located at 851 East William Street.
Items on the docket for the meeting include an increase in water rates, proposed marijuana dispensary changes in allowed operating hours, trick-or-treating a day before Halloween, and more.
Carson City area weather: Wind, cold and chance of snow to welcome March
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 5:28pmAfter a month of abundant sunshine and above averages temperatures that made February seem like April, the first day of March may bring a return to colder weather and the possibility of snow in the Sierra and even down to Carson City and the valley floors late Saturday into Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
Carson City students celebrate digital learning by coding robots
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 12:34pmIn celebration of National Digital Learning Day Thursday, Feb. 27, students throughout the Carson City School District, in particularly from Fritsch Elementary School, spent some time to learn online coding programs (equivalent to Javascript) and other coding programs that enabled them to command a robot to move and perform based on the code the students developed.
Carson City community radio KNVC 95.1 continues to grow as it enters third year on the air
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 11:51amCarson City’s own community radio station, KNVC, has been quietly churning out locally curated music, news, information and talk shows for about three years now, and they’re only gaining speed as time goes on.
KNVC runs out of the historic Adams House on North Minnesota Street and, at present, boasts 31 volunteers into its broadcasting family.
Carson City deputies make arrests for suspected meth and pill possession, warrants
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 10:22amA 30-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia, a Carson City sheriff's report states.
Carson City Fire Department knock down mobile home fire on Bel Aire Way
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 7:26amUPDATE 7:45 a.m. Three dogs inside the residence were rescued by Carson City Fire Department firefighters who entered the home, said Battalion Chief Jason Danen. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded Thursday morning to a structure fire at a residence in the 2800 block of Bel Aire Way.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Feb. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 9:22pmHeading into the backend of the work week, events lined up Thursday include day 1 of the 7th annual International Film Festival at the Carson City Community Center, a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a free information session on the legal and financial aspects of long-term care hosted by Carson Tahoe Care Center, the Carson City GOP will host a meeting to discuss precinct organization, plus trivia night at Bella Vita Bistro, a Muscle Powered afternoon hike and a lecture on women’s suffrage movement history in Nevada. Read on for details.
Carson City investigators identify burglary suspect, ask for public's help finding him
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 5:34pmThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for any information on the whereabouts of a man who has been identified in connection to two recent burglaries.
Carson City's Sonoma Park to close temporarily beginning March 9 for maintenance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 3:45pmSonoma Park in Carson City will be closed from March 9-27 for seasonal maintenance and repairs, while efforts to renovate the turf, address drainage issues and repair deficiencies related to the playground and amenities in the park are made.
Fight at Carson High School over parking issue ends with citations and suspensions
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 3:23pmA fight that broke out around noon Wednesday at Carson High School over a parking dispute ended with suspensions and citations, Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong said.
'Stop The Bleed' is new creed at Sierra Lutheran High School
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 2:23pmSomebody simply must stop the bleed, and Sierra Lutheran High School is responding to that challenge. Recently, the faculty and staff of the Christian college prep high school in Carson City became the first schoolwide staff in Douglas County to take part in the national bleed kit training being promoted by The National Stop the Bleed Campaign.
Carson City Sheriff's Office makes multiple warrant arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 11:13amA 46-year-old Virginia City woman turned herself into Carson City Sheriff's Office for an active warrant alleging fraud, a sheriff's booking report states.
Local dignitaries visit Carson City elementary classrooms, guest-read for reading week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 10:35amEach year, National Read Across America Day is observed on March 2, the birthday of children’s book author Ted Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss. In celebration, many schools often dedicate an entire week as “Reading Week.” In Carson City, grade-schoolers at Fremont Elementary School got to celebrate a week prior to the observance with several community partners and local dignitaries, who visited classrooms to read to students.