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Around 11 a.m. on Friday, was reported at the intersection of Saliman and 5th Streets.

Injuries were reported, but were not thought to be life-threatening.

Motorists should use caution while in the area.

Western Nevada College’s tenure appointees for 2024 followed similar higher education and workplace journeys, and each has served their country.

Southwest Gas Corporation is pleased to announce its donation of a vehicle to the Carson City Sheriff's Office Volunteer In Policing program. This donation aims to support the valuable work carried out by the dedicated VIP volunteers in enhancing public safety and community engagement.

A 19-year-old Gardnerville man died early Thursday in a crash on Jacks Valley Road and Bavarian Drive in Douglas County.

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce Darby Beckwith, a dedicated theatre teacher at Carson High School, has been honored as the 2024 Nevada State Theatre Educator of the Year. The recognition was bestowed during the Nevada Thespians State Festival at Liberty High School in Henderson earlier this month.

The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division served a search warrant at a Fernley residence Wednesday as part of an on-going investigation into the possession of stolen property.

In a move that wasn't on the agenda, the Douglas County School Board voted Tuesday to offer Jeanne Dwyer the job she has been filling on an interim basis.

A Fernley man was arrested Wednesday for alleged sex crimes against children, including assault and child pornography, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.

The Carson City School Board of Trustees met Tuesday and discussed new health and sex education materials, a budget update, reviewed textual updates and more.

A 59-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of felony making threats concerning acts of terrorism, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Nevada's adjusted unemployment rate was 5.3 percent in January 2024, unchanged from December 2023, according to the monthly economic report from the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.

Paul Abowd, the founder of Carson City’s Adele’s restaurant, has died according to family.

Abowd, along with his wife Adele, purchased the historic building at the corner of John and Carson streets in 1977, which would become a landmark restaurant of Carson City for decades.

Are you an avid hiker? An adventure enthusiast? Or, like Forrest Gump, do you just enjoy traversing thousands of miles to clear your head?

Visit Carson City is offering $5,000 to an adventurer willing to complete the Carson City to Canada Quest, a 1,600 mile hike that begins in Carson City, connects to the Pacific Coast Trail by way of the Capitol to Tahoe Trail, and through to Canada.

Sierra Nevada Realtors released Tuesday its February 2024 report on existing home sales in Carson City, Washoe, Storey, Lyon, Douglas, and Churchill counties. This report includes the median sales price and number of home sales in the region. SNR obtains its information from the Northern Nevada Regional Multiple Listing Service.

The Carson City Community Emergency Response Team, also known as CERT, will be offering a free Basic Training Academy in mid-May 2024 and again later in the year and is accepting applications from persons interested in volunteering.

In celebration of International Women's Day and in recognition of the remarkable achievements of women, the Carson City Chamber of Commerce honored Tasha Fuson, associate superintendent for educational services for the Carson City School District, as the “Esteemed Educator” during their “Women of Distinction” meeting Friday, March 8.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is seeking information to identify suspects involved in the recent burglaries of businesses while armed with a firearm at the 1800 block of East William Street in Carson City.

A 24-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Sunday for suspicion of misdemeanor DUI second and using a cell phone while driving, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Douglas County has set a new date for the Board of County Commissioners special meeting to discuss public feedback on the strategic plan. The meeting takes place Monday, March 18 at 10 a.m. at the Historic Courthouse in Minden, located at 1616 8th St., Minden.

NovatechFS President and CEO Rafael Cappucci will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting.

Cappucci will discuss “My Emergency Network,” a new app developed by his company. The public is invited to attend the meeting which takes place Tuesday, March 12 at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom.

Carson City Special Enforcement Team conducted an investigation on Saturday, March 9 that resulted in multiple drug related arrests at the Days Inn in Carson City.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of March 11-17, 2024:

Mark your calendars! The next LGBTQ+ & Friends Social will be on Saturday, April 27, 2-5pm at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint at 1500 Old Hot Springs Road, Carson City.

On Thursday, the Carson City Board of Supervisors appointed Jacob McDermott and Diane Baker-Roberts for the two open spots on the Carson City Parks and Recreation Commission.

“Where there is a woman, there is magic,” so stated award-winning American playwright, feminist and poet Ntozake Shange.

In Carson City, there are many strong, independent women creating magic by doing what they love while changing the world around them.

The Nevada Gift Shop is hosting a book signing with Nevada author Sandie LaNae on Saturday, March 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Friends In Service Helping (FISH) is hosting a new fundraiser that has a two-fold purpose. The fundraise is helping to fund a new student housing project and to recognize the work done in Carson City by the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society.

With a relatively sunny weekend ahead, Carson City area and surrounding counties may experience a series of "quick hitting systems" that could bring slight chances of showers and breezy conditions, according to the National Weather Service.

A 38-year-old woman was arrested Thursday for suspicion of possession of a stolen vehicle, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Sophia Bonilla is a shining star at Carson High School. Sophia has been involved in many activities including being a member of the National Honor Society. This has allowed her to volunteer at places like Seeliger and Fremont Elementary in their blood drives.