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Carson City, Quad area COVID-19 Wednesday briefing: 23 new cases, 22 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/14/2020 - 6:14pmCarson City Health and Human Services reports Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020 that there are 23 new cases and 22 additional recoveries in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,539, with 1,359 recoveries and 19 deaths; 161 cases remain active.
Carson City region COVID-19 Tuesday briefing: 2 deaths, 23 new cases, and 21 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 6:06pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020 two additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region.
Carson City, Quad area COVID-19 Monday report: 13 new cases, 10 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 6:08pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting 13 new cases and 10 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region on Monday, Oct. 12, 2020. This brings the total number of cases to 1,493, with 1,316 recoveries and 17 deaths, 160 cases remain active.
Dayton High School Boosters golf tournament fundraiser, registration by Monday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 12:45pmCome join us Oct. 17 for a day of fun at our 1st ever Dayton High School Boosters Golf Tournament on Eagle Valley’s West Course.
COVID testing Tuesday in Yerington following high number of positive tests at assisted living facility
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 9:58amLyon County, City of Yerington, Carson City Health and Human Services and the Quad County Health Care Coalition will hold a COVID testing operation on Tuesday, Oct. 13 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.. The testing will be at the new City Hall (Old National Guard Building) located on the corner of Main Street and East Goldfield Avenue.
High Volume of Positive Covid-19 reported at assisted living facility in Yerington
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/09/2020 - 10:11amLyon County officials have been notified that an assisted living facility, Mason Valley Residence, in Yerington had a high number of positive tests for COVID-19.
It is reported that 34 out of 53 tests results were positive.
Wine walk, Hauntober, live music and more highlight weekend activities in Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/01/2020 - 6:08pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities over the next three days. The Carson City Wine Walk returns Saturday with COVID-19 restrictions. Virginia City will be filled with spooky events over the month of October with its signature Hauntober event. Combined with live music and karaoke, the Carson City area will be buzzing with excitement! Read on for more information.
Carson City sheriff's SET arrests pair for alleged cocaine possession, other offenses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/30/2020 - 10:02amTwo were arrested Tuesday for drug charges following a search warrant at a Sneddon Way residence, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team deputy report.
Dayton Library to host 3rd annual Trunk-or-Treat
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 1:51pmThe Dayton Library will be hosting their 3rd annual trunk-or-treat on Wednesday October 28th, 2020 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. This year's event will be a contact-less drive-thru. We are still in need of volunteers to decorate their cars and pass out candy. We are also accepting donations of candy through October 23rd. If you are interested in participating or you have questions about the event, please contact library staff by calling (775) 246-6212.
Lyon County has seats open on citizen advisory boards and planning commission
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 8:50amLyon County is announcing opportunities for Lyon County residents to get involved in the decision making processes in their local community by becoming a member of one of our Citizen Advisory Boards or a member of the Planning Commission.
Dayton native Suzanna Stankute on verge of earning prominent Eagle Scout rank
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 11:21amDayton native and Life Scout Suzanna Stankute is making strides with Boy Scouts of America.
Stankute, 14, is one of the only girls in her council on the verge of earning her Eagle Scout rank. The Eagle Scout rank is the highest achievement attainable in the Scouts BSA program. Members who earn this rank must go through a lengthy review process and complete an Eagle Scout project.
Sierra Nevada Realtors give time, donations back to rural communities
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 1:16amEarlier this month, members of Sierra Nevada Realtors spent time improving their communities all throughout the region. The annual Realtors Give Back event was special this year because it also included areas outside of Carson City. Members participated in community service as a group in Dayton and gave a generous monetary donation to the Fallon Youth Club and to the Boys and Girls Club of Carson City.
Meet Leandra Carr at Dayton's Our Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/20/2020 - 10:48amGolf tournament, annual cancer fundraiser, railbike tours and more highlight weekend events in Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/17/2020 - 7:01pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region. The Dayton Chamber’s 27th annual “Making A Difference” Golf Tournament arrives Friday. Carson City Kiwanis is hosting its seventh annual Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day on Saturday with several activities for all to enjoy. Combined with live music and railbike tours, the weekend will be buzzing with excitement! Read on for more information.
Lyon County superintendent Wayne Workman named Nevada Superintendent of the Year
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/15/2020 - 2:38pmLyon County School District’s Superintendent Wayne Workman has been named Nevada Superintendent of the Year by the Nevada Association of School Superintendents. NASS is a statewide nonprofit educational organization which strives to provide support to leaders of Nevada’s 18 school districts and more than 720 public schools.
Carson City weekend arrests: Man jailed for suspicion of third marijuana related DUI
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/14/2020 - 10:15amA 22-year-old Dayton man was arrested early Saturday morning for suspicion of third DUI drugs, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.
Obituary: Louie “Tim” Jones of Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/11/2020 - 1:18pmLouie Jones Aka Tim Jones
Born March 16, 1961 San Jose, California
Pass into Eternity September 7, 2020 Carson City, Nevada
Memorial exhibit, virtual prevention walk, music and more highlight weekend around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/10/2020 - 7:01pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Western Nevada College will host a memorial exhibit and informational presentation on the 9-11 attacks on Friday. Partnership Carson City will team up for a statewide suicide prevention virtual walk this Saturday. Along with live music and a 5K run/walk at Bob McFadden Plaza, there is plenty of excitement buzzing around the state capitol! Read on for more information.
Carson City sheriff's deputies arrest 3 for suspected gun-related assault offenses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/08/2020 - 10:55amThree were arrested Friday for suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and other alleged offenses following an incident involving a firearm that happened at a Woodside Drive residence and a shot fired into a sidewalk on South Curry Street, according to a Carson City sheriff's deputy booking report.
Nevada agencies urge caution while driving Highway 50 due to Virginia Range horses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/01/2020 - 11:04amDue to increased horse activity on U.S Highway 50 and Alternate U.S. 395, Nevada Department of Agriculture and Nevada Department of Transportation officials urge motorists to use extreme caution when driving in the Virginia Range area.
Poker run, lacrosse, duck fundraiser and more highlight weekend activities around Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/27/2020 - 6:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The American Cancer Society is hosting a poker run Saturday at Mills Park, and a free lacrosse clinic for kids ages 6-12 will be held at John L. Harvey Field. The Nevada Humane Society is virtually hosting its annual “Adopt a Duck” fundraiser for interested participants. Combined with train rides and live music, there’s plenty of excitement going on over the weekend! Read on for more information.
Carson City School District announces new principals and administrators
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/27/2020 - 7:55amFirst-day jitters are not just for students. The Carson City School District was pleased to announce the appointment of seven new principals and district administrators (alphabetically by school) for the 2020-2021 school year at its school board meeting Tuesday evening.
Sierra Nevada Realtors elect 2021 Board of Directors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 11:05amFor Sierra Nevada Realtors, election season is over. The association, whose members serve rural Northern Nevada areas including Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville, Dayton and Fallon, recently held elections for its 2021 Board of Directors.
Lyon County Board of Health receives COVID-19 briefing regarding transmission rates, average age, and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/21/2020 - 1:21pmThe Board of County Commissioners acting as the County Board of Health received a briefing from Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) on the status of COVID -19 in Lyon County and the Quad County region. CCHHS Representative, Jeanne Freeman, provide the following:
Lyon County August 2 – 15, 2020
Quad-County Area
Open studio tour, drive-in movie, dancing and more highlight weekend activities in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 6:20pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The 2020 Jazz & Beyond Music and Art Festival will include the second annual Carson City Open Studios Tour with multiple locations. Hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, the Brewery Arts Center is holding a drive-in movie showing of the 1950s classic “Shane” on Saturday. Combined with live music and plenty of dancing, it will be a weekend for all to enjoy! Read on for more information.
Western Nevada College recognizes 93 students on summer dean’s list
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 12:17pmWestern Nevada College is proud to announce that 93 students have qualified for the 2020 Summer Dean’s List.
To earn this recognition during the summer session, students attained a grade point average of 3.50 or higher and completed six units of classes or more.
Central Lyon Fire responds to brush fires in Dayton area
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/16/2020 - 2:12pmUPDATE 4:24PM: Both fires have been knocked down, according to Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center.
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UPDATE 2:42PM: The fire on Como Mountain is around 1/10th of an acre in size with a slow rate of spread, according to Central Lyon County Fire. Firefighting efforts have been turned over to the Nevada Division of Forestry and the Bureau of Land Management.
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Central Lyon Fire crews responded Sunday afternoon to brush fires in the Dayton area and one possible in Stagecoach. One fire near the "D" hill behind Dayton High School was reportedly knocked down just after 2 p.m. and firefighters are continuing to work on a fire located on Como Mountain.
Dense smoke advisory goes up for Reno, Carson City and Carson Valley due to Loyalton Fire
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/16/2020 - 1:45pmUPDATE 4:50PM: A Dense Smoke Advisory issued by the National Weather Service for the greater Reno, Sparks, Virginia City and Carson Valley areas has been extended until 9 a.m. Monday morning. As of late Sunday afternoon, drift smoke was evident in Washoe Valley, Carson City as well as into Silver Springs and Dayton.
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The National Weather Service in Reno on Sunday issued a Dense Smoke Advisory for the valley areas of Reno into Carson City and Carson Valley due to the Loyalton Fire burning in the Tahoe National Forest in California.
Carson City deputies make drug, warrant arrests
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/15/2020 - 11:08amA 36-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 2500 block of Kit Sierra for parole and probation violation, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of paraphernalia.
According to the report, Lindsie Newman was arrested by Special Enforcement Team deputies after they learned that Newman, a parolee absconder, was staying at a residence on Kit Sierra Way.
Roper’s Heating and Air Conditioning donates over 20 new box fans to Carson City seniors through Fan Drive
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 4:14pmRoper’s Heating and Air Conditioning delivered more than 20 brand-new box fans for Carson City seniors during the annual 2020 KOLO Cares Fan Drive.
This is the second year the Carson City Senior Center has participated in the drive, distributing fans to seniors who either do not have air conditioning or who may not be able to afford to run it.