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Part II Women to Women Nevada interview with Dayton educator, cancer patient Jennifer Bailey
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 06/14/2013 - 2:52pmIn the second of a two-part Women to Women Nevada interview, Jennifer Bailey, a teacher and librarian at Riverview Elementary School in Dayton, talks candidly with host Carol Paz about her battle with cancer.
Bailey has dealt with cancer for 12 years, five of those with stage 4. Bailey tells how she works, raises a family and keeps a positive outlook on life with focus, positivity and confidence. See the first part of the interview here.
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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.
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Obituary: Sam Giurlani
Submitted by admin on Sun, 06/09/2013 - 12:03amSep. 27, 1929 - June 7, 2013 Sam Giurlani born September 27, 1929 in Dayton Nevada has passed away. He was a 2nd generation Nevadan who resided mainly in Carson City. Sam ...
Carson City loan manager jailed; admits to stealing $4,200 and taking it to casino
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 06/07/2013 - 4:00amA 34-year-old Dayton woman faces a felony embezzlement charge after she admitted to authorities that she stole $4,200 from a Carson City loan agency that she managed and then spent a portion of the money at a local casino.
Tonya Ann Ramirez was jailed Wednesday after an interview with Carson City Sheriff's Office investigators which led to the confession. She also told authorities she had a gambling problem and had filed a false police report with the Lyon County Sheriff's Office in an attempt to conceal her actions.
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Women to Women Nevada with cancer patient, Dayton school librarian Jennifer Bailey
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 06/07/2013 - 1:13amThis week's Women to Women Nevada guest is Jennifer Bailey, a teacher and librarian at Riverview Elementary School in Dayton. Bailey has been battling cancer for 12 years, five of those years with stage 4. Bailey tells host Carol Paz how she works, raises a family and keeps a positive outlook on life with focus, positivity and confidence.
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Two arrested after Carson City traffic stop leads to drugs, burglary tools
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/06/2013 - 2:56pmCarson City patrol officers who stopped a Suburban for speeding on Monday morning found drugs and burglary tools inside the vehicle set to be impounded.
Two men were arrested and face multiple charges. The arrests were made at 7:24 a.m. in the 1000 block of Fairview. Alex Matthew Silva, 26, of Dayton faces felony drug possession charges and misdemeanor possession of burglary tools. The other is a 28-year-old Sparks man who faces misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor charges.
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Outdoors with Don Q: Those going, not going big game hunting this fall
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 06/06/2013 - 8:23amIt’s now official: Systems Consultants, the private computer firm in Fallon that conducts the annual computerized drawings for Nevada’s big game hunting tags, has posted the results of the 2013 drawings at Internet website www.huntnevada.com for the whole world to see.
There were a whole bunch of winners and a heck of a lot more losers in this year’s drawings for tags for Pronghorn Antelope, Black Bear, Mule Deer, Rocky Mt. Elk, California Bighorn Sheep, Desert Bighorn Sheep, Rocky Mt. Bighorn Sheep and Rocky Mt. Goat.
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Death Notice: Victoria A. Hopkins
Submitted by admin on Sun, 06/02/2013 - 12:03amVictoria A. Hopkins, 52, passed away May 29, 2013 in Dayton, NV. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, (775) 882-1766. …
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Carson City woman charged with murder in November death of 18-month old toddler
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/31/2013 - 4:12pmA 23-year-old Carson City woman faces murder charges following the death of an 18-month-old toddler, Justin Watson, in November 2012.
Brittany Michelle Paugh turned herself into the Carson City Sheriff's Office Thursday. She is being held without bail. Charges include first degree murder, child abuse, child abuse causing death, second degree murder with child neglect and child abuse with substantial harm. The toddler died of significant trauma to the brain.
Sheriff Ken Furlong said the arrest came after an extensive investigation that involved medical specialists outside the state.
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Women to Women Nevada with Bonnie Betts; plus details of June contest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/31/2013 - 9:26amThis week's Women to Women Nevada with Carol Paz segment is with Bonnie Betts, franchise owner of Dream Dinners in Carson City.
Dream Dinners provides guests monthly menus to select from then procures and prepares all ingredients in advance, so guests can assemble dozens of meals in about an hour, then take the meals home to freeze. The service saves guests both value time and money, and focuses on bringing families back to the dinner table with healthful, delicious and easy-to-fix meals.
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Driver in stolen car that crashed Saturday punched officer then admits to using heroin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/29/2013 - 9:43amA Dayton man and Auburn, Calif., woman face felony charges after the stolen car he was driving crashed into a car causing injury on Saturday during a pursuit by Carson City Sheriff's patrol officers.
William Vuki Wilson, 32, faces six felony charges including leaving the scene of an accident, DUI drugs, possessing a stolen vehicle, eluding, drug possession and reckless driving causing substantial bodily harm.
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Obituary: Mary K. Dreeson
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/29/2013 - 12:03amFeb. 10, 1940 - Jan. 4, 2013 A memorial service will be held at Calvary Baptist Church on Flowery Ave. and US Highway 50 in Dayton, NV on June 1st at 1 p.m. …
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Death Notice: Doris Jewell Robertson
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/29/2013 - 12:03amDoris Jewell Robertson, 81 of Dayton, passed away on May 25, 2013. Autumn Funerals & Cremations is trusted with the arrangements, (775) 888-6800. …
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Carson City man jailed after officers find meth stashed in toy action figure
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/24/2013 - 12:42pmA 25-year-old Carson City man faces felony drug charges after a vehicle search netted, among other things, methamphetamine that was stashed inside a toy action figure.
Officers arrested Jesse Silis-Teran at 5:35 p.m. Thursday near Humboldt and Long streets. According to the arrest report, officers patrolling the area heard a group of people yelling at each other and met with three individuals at a parked car.
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Women to Women Nevada returns with a new episode May 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/24/2013 - 8:49amThis week's Women to Women Nevada is a repeat of a Feb. 28 interview with Carol Swanson, retired U.S. Army nurse and current Mary Kay sales director.
If you have already seen this one, Women to Women Nevada is taking a short mid-season break. A new episode will air on Thursday, May 30 and a new contest will launch with several fine prizes up for grabs. Details will be announced soon on Carson Now.
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Dayton boy killed in gun accident remembered as vibrant, fun
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/24/2013 - 8:29amDAYTON — A picture shows Gage Wilkinson when he wasn’t yet 2 years old. He’s riding a scooter, wearing his sister’s pink helmet, barely able to reach the handlebars.
Military Aircraft and Vehicle Museum to Open in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/22/2013 - 11:04amCactus Air Force received approval from the Carson City Airport Authority to build a military aircraft and vehicle museum at the Carson City Airport.
Cactus Air Force’s “Wings and Wheels Museum” will be a nonprofit, public museum dedicated to celebrating aviation and military history through preserving, restoring, displaying and use of US military aircraft and vehicles from WWII to present.
Man jailed for indecent exposure after allegedly urinating near door of casino
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 2:55pmA 33-year-old Carson City man faces a gross misdemeanor charge of indecent exposure after allegedly urinating near the west door entrance of a Carson City casino early Monday morning.
Officers were called to the casino, located in the 2700 block of East William Street, at 2:40 a.m. after security reported an intoxicated man who wouldn't leave the premise. Two witnesses noted the man urinated on the side of the building, and it was also seen on casino surveillance.
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Deputies say Dayton juvenile's shooting death likely accidental
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 7:58amThe Lyon County sheriff’s office is investigating the shooting death of a juvenile in Dayton over the weekend.
Women to Women Nevada with Jennifer Herald
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 11:08amCarson City Branch Manager and Bank of The West vice president Jennifer Herald is this week's guest on Women to Women with Carol Paz. Herald gives some great advice for succeeding in job interviews and provides insight into the life of a banker.
Women to Women Nevada is televised on Charter Media every Thursday at 7 pm on Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, Fallon, Lake Tahoe) and 15 (in Carson City, Gardnerville, Dayton). The locally produced and privately owned program features Northern Nevada women who are making a difference in their communities and in the region.
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Man jailed for waving machete in dispute over Jeep
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 10:43amA Carson City man faces a felony charge of assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly swinging a machete in a dispute with his brother and another man over a vehicle.
Jesus Guardron-Patino was jailed May 14 after being arrested at 9:25 p.m. in the 200 block of Jeanell Drive.
According to the arrest report, officers responded to the area after a report called in of a man hitting the ground and a brick building with a sword. Officers detained Guardron-Patino and made contact with two men, one of whom is the brother of Guardron-Patino.
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Western Nevada College to graduate its largest class Monday
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/14/2013 - 5:38pmCARSON CITY — For the fourth consecutive year, Western Nevada College will graduate its largest class in history. The class of 2013 is 505 students strong, with 530 degrees and certificates being issued.
Four students will receive Bachelor of Technology degrees in construction management, and three students will graduate with bachelor’s degrees as part of WNC’s teacher preparation partnership with Nevada State College. The graduates span 60 years, from the youngest at age 17 and the eldest at 77.
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Women to Women Nevada with Candace Stewart
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/10/2013 - 11:20amWomen to Women Nevada host Carol Paz interviews Candace Stewart, author of "Welcome to Planet Alzheimers" for this week's program.
Candace Stewart of Carson City most recently served as the Program Coordinator for the Dementia Resource Center of Northern Nevada, which was created to support families and caregivers of those with dementia, as well as educate the community on the many different types of dementia.
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AAUW presents scholarships
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/09/2013 - 9:24amThe American Association of University Women, Capital Branch is pleased to announce that Clarissa Muñoz, a student at Carson High, and Annie Sanchez, who attends Dayton High, are the 2013 recipients of AAUW scholarships. Clarissa will graduate in June and plans to attend UNR majoring in pharmaceuticals. Annie will graduate from Dayton High in May and will begin her college at WNC. From there she plans to earn a BS as a nutritionist and then attend medical school.
Carson City authorities make several alcohol-related arrests over weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/06/2013 - 11:48amCarson City Sheriff's Office deputies made several arrests this weekend, several for alcohol, drugs and battery-related offenses. Two of the arrests were were for felony DUI in which the drivers had two prior DUI convictions.
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U10 Softball Action for the Dirt Divas - 1 win, 1 loss
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/04/2013 - 8:42pmThe U10 Michael Hohl Motor Company/Shawn Nolan Painting Dirt Divas broke even in their last 2 games in Carson Girls softball at Edmonds Fields.
They squeaked by the CarsonTahoe Marine/Stay-At-Home Pet Sitting Royal Crush by a score of 14-13 in softball action Monday April 30th at Edmonds Fields.
Women to Women Nevada host Carol Paz has the table turned with interview
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/03/2013 - 9:59amWomen to Women Nevada host Carol Paz has interviewed nearly 100 of Northern Nevada's most influential women. In this episode the roles are switched with PJ Degross doing the interview with Carol so you can get better acquainted the host.
Women to Women Nevada is televised on Charter Media every Thursday at 7 pm on Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, Fallon, Lake Tahoe) and 15 (in Carson City, Gardnerville, Dayton). The locally produced and privately owned program features Northern Nevada women who are making a difference in their communities and in the region.
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Dayton Intermediate School locked down during acid bomb scare
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/02/2013 - 10:13pmDayton Intermediate School was locked down for about 45 minutes because of a chemical scare Thursday.
The Lyon County Sheriff's Office says deputies were called to a report of suspicious materials at the school.
'Taming of the Shrew' Friday at Dayton Intermediate School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/01/2013 - 10:06amEvent Date:
May 3, 2013 - 7:00pm
Dayton Intermediate School presents "Taming of the Shrew" on Friday night, May 3, at 7:00pm. Directed by Michele Crain. Tickets are $5.00. Proceeds directly benefit the drama program. See flier below.
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Carson City authorities make several felony meth-related arrests over weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/29/2013 - 12:09pmA 28-year-old Carson City woman faces two drug-related felony charges after fighting with security officers when they confronted her about being on private property.
Heather Lee Williams was jailed April 27, 9 p.m. in the area of 400 Saliman Road. When Carson City sheriff patrol officers arrived they found Williams fighting with the security officers, screaming and yelling and clutching a cigarette package. Inside the cigarette package was methamphetamine.
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Dirt Divas Win a Close Game with the Dayton Crazy Devils
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/28/2013 - 1:41pmThe U10 Michael Hohl Motor Company/Shaw Nolan Painting Dirt Divas defeated the Dayton Family Custom Shower & Bath Crazy Devils in softball action at Edmonds Field on Thursday, April 25th in a close game by 11-7.
Dayton man ordered to stand trial in death
Submitted by editor on Sat, 04/27/2013 - 10:04pmA Dayton man has been ordered to stand trial on a murder charge stemming from a shooting death in Carson City that authorities said could have been fueled by drinking during the Super Bowl.
Women to Women Nevada with Katherine Lima
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 04/27/2013 - 9:41amWomen to Women Nevada with Carol Paz welcomes this week's guest, Katherine Lima, a member of the Advisory Board at Carson Valley Medical Center and member of Crystal Angels, a local organization that began in 1997 that helps families and children in need. The membership includes 90 women who meet regularly throughout the year to generate money through raffles in which children and families receive Christmas gifts.
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Dayton woman sparks international horse rally
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 8:42amPatty Bumgarner posted it as hopeful desire to one day unite advocates in protecting wild horses.
Nevada Expressions II Comes to Carson City: Art Show and Sale to Benefit Historic Preservation on the Comstock
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/23/2013 - 7:56am
Event Date:
April 26, 2013 - 10:00am After a successful run in Reno at the Sierra Arts Foundation Gallery, the Nevada Expressions II Art Show and Sale will come to Carson City. The opening is on Friday, April 26, 10 am – 8 pm, at the Great Basin Art Gallery at 110 South Curry Street and the show will run through Sunday.
The public is invited to the artists’ reception, Friday 4 – 8 pm. Stop by to meet and see the work of 25 of Nevada’s leading contemporary artists. The work is primarily paintings with some jewelry, ceramics, sculpture and mixed media.
Women to Women with comedian and humorist Kat Simmons
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 04/19/2013 - 9:15amEntertaining audiences for more than 25 years, comedian and inspirational humorist Kat Simmons is this week's guest on Women to Women Nevada with Carol Paz.
You may have seen her at The Improvs, Catch A Rising Star, the Comedy Channel, Fox’s Comedy Tonight, or on Candid Camera. She is currently a regular cast member of the national comedy hit, The 3 Blonde Moms. Kat hosts her own cable show called, "Speak Up, With Kat Simmons." She won the eWomen Network's international talent contest in Dallas in 2009.
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U10 Dirt Divas softball action
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/17/2013 - 11:16amOpening Day Ceremonies for Carson Girls Softball started the 2013 season on a nice spring day, Saturday 4/13. In U10 league action at Edmonds Park, the Michael Hohl Motor Company/Shaw Nolan Painting Dirt Divas won over the Family Custom Shower & Bath Crazy Devils by a score of 8 to 1.
Two jailed for attempting to cash stolen checks
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/16/2013 - 9:57amTwo men face felony charges including forgery and obtaining money under false pretenses after being arrested Saturday in Carson City.
Stefan Lee Houser, 21, of Dayton and Joel David Germain, 43, of Long Beach, Calif., were arrested at 4:45 p.m. April 13 in the area of Lone Mountain and Winnie Lane.
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Women to Women Nevada with emergency response coordinator Christina Conti
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 04/12/2013 - 1:06pmThis week's guest on Women to Women Nevada is Christina Conti, public health emergency response coordinator for the Washoe County Health District.
Conti discusses achievement, decision-making, and balancing career and family. She also details her work in emergency management, as well as her volunteer coordinating work with the Washoe County Domestic Violence Task Force.
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Carson City woman jailed for DUI drugs, felony battery after vehicle collision
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/08/2013 - 1:17pmA Carson City woman faces a felony charge of battery with a deadly weapon after colliding with a vehicle Saturday afternoon at Ponderosa Drive and and Koontz Lane.
Lisa Spangenthal, age not provided, was booked into Carson City Jail after being arrested at 1:47 p.m. She also faces a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence of drugs.
According to the arrest report, officers were dispatched to the incident that involved an Oldsmobile Cutlass and a 2011 Hyundai. The Hyundai had major front end damage on the passenger side.
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Second part of panel discussion with Carson City sheriff airs tonight on Charter Cable
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/04/2013 - 3:06amThe second installment of a two-part "Women to Women with Carol Paz" panel discussion held recently with Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong will air tonight, Thursday, 7 p.m. on Charter Media channels 15 (Carson City, Minden-Gardnerville, Dayton) and Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, South Lake Tahoe and Fallon).
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'Women to Women' panel discussion with Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/29/2013 - 11:42amThis week's guest on "Women to Women with Carol Paz" comes in two parts. Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong met before a panel of local women recently and fielded questions related to law enforcement issues in the area.
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Readers of all ages kick it into 'Digital OverDrive' Thursday at the Carson City Library
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/28/2013 - 7:07pmThe OverDrive Digital Bookmobile National Tour stopped by the Carson City Library Thursday to provide free eBook/audiobook download services.
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Panel meets with Carson City Sheriff Furlong on tonight's Women to Women
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/28/2013 - 8:01amFor the first time in its two years on air, the Charter TV program "Women to Women with Carol Paz" will switch gears and allow seven local women to interview Carson City's top law enforcement officer.
Sheriff Ken Furlong answered questions recently, with the first of a two-part program airing tonight, 7 p.m. on Charter Media channels 15 (Carson City, Minden-Gardnerville, Dayton) and Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, South Lake Tahoe and Fallon). The program can also be found Friday morning on Carson Now. The second part of the discussion will air April 4, 7 p.m.
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Outdoors with Don Q: Where to look for wildlife and birds and what to see
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 03/28/2013 - 12:00amIn our many wanderings in the Great Outdoors in the last few years, Elaine and I have encountered all kinds of wildlife and birds; and I thought that it might be fun to share some of those encounters in the hope that, you too, might also experience some unforgettable memories.
So, with that as a lead-in, here's where to look and what you might see, and don't forget to take your iPhones or digital cameras for photos:
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Strings in the School conductor highlights Tuesday's 'Reflections' performance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/25/2013 - 12:27amCarson City Symphony's Strings in the School ensemble concert on Tuesday is an undertaking the community will be proud of, explains Education Director Sue Jesch in this presentation of It's Your City.
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Women to Women with Liz Andrews-Booth
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 03/23/2013 - 7:36amThis week's guest on Women to Women Nevada is Liz Andrews-Booth, president of the Carson City Downtown Business Association and owner of Liz's Biz. She discusses with hostess Carol Paz, a bit about her background, including serving in the Marine Corps and the California Army National Guard, and the latest goings on in Carson City downtown plans.
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Man jailed for felony parole violation; Two Dayton women arrested following meth sting sale
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/22/2013 - 1:37pmA 27-year-old Carson City man faces a felony charge of being in violation of parole after he was found Thursday under the influence of drugs at a gas station. He was also allegedly in possession of drug paraphernalia and told a witness, concerned about his well being, that he was "on H" which is street slang for heroin.
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Public invited to Dialogue 2013 Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/21/2013 - 3:30pmEvent Date:
March 27, 2013 - 11:30am
The Carson City Chamber Board of Directors has launched Dialogue 2013 to gain verbal community input on why people live, work and play in our city. What is the draw that keeps them here? What is the 20/20 vision for 2020 and how will we get there in these uncertain times?
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Carson City authorities report several misdemeanor related arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/21/2013 - 10:50amThe Carson City Sheriff's Office reports the following recent arrests. Those facing charges are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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