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Sheriff: Reported crimes down in Carson City during event-filled weekend

With tens of thousands of people in Carson City last weekend for local events including Taste of DownTown, the Carson City Airport Open House and the Father's Day Powwow, law enforcement arrest records show a relatively quiet weekend.

"We had an excellent weekend and it goes to show that when there are positive family and community events happening around town, the amount of crimes reported falls very low from all points, north to south, east to west and downtown," said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.

The following arrests were made:

In Memory of Lorene and Gina Rasner

In memory of Lorene who left this life on April 25, 2013 and her daughter Gina who passed on December 13, 2012. Friends and family will gather together to celebrate their liv...

Swimsuit competition added to the Carson Nugget’s Summer 'Red, White and Blue Barbecue' series

Event Date: 
June 29, 2013 - 1:00pm

Hey Carson City, grab your favorite swimsuit and get ready to strut your stuff to win more than a $1,000 in cash and prices.

The next Red, White and Blue Barbecue at the Carson Nugget in Carson City will feature a Men and Women’s Swimsuit Contest during the June 29th day-long barbecue from 1 to 7 p.m. The contest will be held from 2-5:30 p.m. with the finals being held inside the casino at the Show Bar beginning at 5:30 p.m.

All signups will receive a free barbecue plate. Because the barbecue is a family event, there are ground rules regarding the competition:

Obituary: Mike Evasovic

June 10, 2013 Mike Evasovic, age 85, passed away peacefully at his home on June 10, 2013, surrounded by his family and friends. He was born in Ruth, Nev...

Part II Women to Women Nevada interview with Dayton educator, cancer patient Jennifer Bailey

In 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.

Carson City makes 'flight plan for the future' with Saturday's aviation open house

The aviation community soars again at the Carson City Airport this Saturday with its "Flight Plan for the Future" open house — a family favorite among airplane, aircraft and aerospace enthusiasts of all ages.

The annual free event runs from 8:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Carson City Airport, 2600 College Parkway. More than 4,000 visitors attended in 2012, and this year’s open house promises plenty of excitement with dozens of aircraft on display and FREE plane rides for children 8-17 years of age.

Proscenium Players 'Taming of the Shrew' this month at Brewery Arts Center

CARSON CITY — William Shakespeare’s “Taming of the Shrew” is often criticized for its misogynistic overtones. However, attendees to the Proscenium Players, Inc. version, directed by Jeff Fast, may find themselves pleasantly surprised.

Obituary: Frank G. Weaver

March 5, 1934 - June 5, 2013 Frank G. Weaver passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on June 5, 2013 at Renown Medical Center. Frank was born March 5, ...

Carson City adopts pilot program that addresses mental health issues and violence

Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong recently returned from a national conference in Atlanta where experts from around the country discussed how to prevent people from committing mass casualty attacks. Furlong was asked to talk about the shooter who opened fire and killed four at the Carson City IHOP in 2011.

Column: A Child’s Building Blocks

I can remember when, as a young child, I had small square wooden building blocks with painted letters and numbers on all the sides. They were about an inch and a half square. I could use them to learn to count or learn the ABC’s or make words. I could also stack them up and make buildings or forts. Their use was as unlimited as my imagination.

Obituary: Elaine Clark

Nov. 30, 1921 - June 4, 2013 Longtime Carson City resident, Elaine Clark, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Tuesday, June 4,...

Carson City Library summer reading program kicks off with Kiwanis breakfast

The Kiwanis Club of Carson City helped the Carson City Library host the Summer Reading Program Pancake Breakfast Kick-Off on Saturday.

Carson City Library's annual Summer Reading Program Pancake Breakfast Kick-Off offered sign-ups and kids ages 2 to 17 received a free goodie bag.

Vendors sought, bathing suit competition added to Nugget’s 'Red, White, Blue Barbecue'

Event Date: 
June 29, 2013 - 1:00pm

There will be new additions to the next “Red, White and Blue Barbecue” at the Carson Nugget. The next barbecue will be held on the Carson Street lot, across from the casino on Saturday, June 29th from 1:00 until 7:00 PM. This will be the second in a series of four “Red, White & Blue Barbecues” this summer. Admission is FREE and offer fun for all ages. Must pay for food.

New vendors are currently being sought to participate. Spots are $25 in advance. Interested parties can contact Mary Burgoon at MBurgoon@ccnugget.com.

Carson City pool to reopen for Sunday family swim

The Carson City outdoor pool will be open for families to cool off on Sunday afternoons through summer. The pool had been closed Sundays for several seasons because of budget cuts.

Sunday's will have special rates and special themes to attract the entire family. With the many young families in Carson City, parks and recreation has decided to reopen the pool. Hours will be from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Women to Women Nevada with cancer patient, Dayton school librarian Jennifer Bailey

This 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.

Obituary: Laura Reynolds DeLaura

Oct. 1, 1924 - May 25, 2013 Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Laura was born in Hartford, CT to William H. and Inez L. Reynolds. The family moved to a ...

Outdoors with Don Q: Those going, not going big game hunting this fall

It’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.

Alumni to be honored at Stewart Father's Day Powwow

Event Date: 
June 14, 2013 - 7:00pm

Former students of the historic Stewart Indian School will be honored at a special recognition ceremony as part of the 2013 Stewart Father’s Day Powwow in Carson City June 14-16.

Hosted in partnership with the Nevada Indian Commission and the Stewart Alumni, the annual powwow includes quality Native American arts and crafts vendors and is also a time for alumni, former employees, families and friends to gather at the former campus.

Don Q's fishing report for week of June 5-11

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of June 5-11.

Don't forget, Saturday, June 8, is Nevada’s Free Fishing Day where you can fish anywhere you want, and not need a Nevada fishing license, Nevada Trout Stamp or a Nevada Second Rod Stamp. Go here to learn more and what to expect fishing the Silver State.

Obituary: Kenneth Lloyd Winder

May 29, 1948 - May 29, 2013 Ken passed away, reluctantly but peacefully on his 65th birthday, surrounded by his family. Ken was born to Furn and Eva Winder in Fallon, Nv. A ...

Obituary: Chester J. Baker (Piekarski), SFO

Aug. 3, 1928 - May 31, 2013 Chester J. Baker (Piekarski), SFO passed away peacefully on Friday, May 31st surrounded by family. He was born on August 3rd, 1928 in B...

Gun bill passes in Assembly, expects veto by Governor

CARSON CITY — Controversial gun bill Senate Bill 221 passed 23-19 in the Assembly on Monday, with four Democrats voting against the measure.

However, the bill is expected to be vetoed by Brian Sandoval in the next 10 days.

The bill requires background checks on the private sales of guns and requires courts to report mental health issues, which would be used as part of the background check.

Richards family donates $900K property to FISH

FISH, a nonprofit Carson City social services agency, is receiving Carson City real estate valued at $900,000 from Garth Richards, his family and an associate.

Service today for Nevada advocate for elderly, former Carson City Supervisor Janice Ayres

UPDATE: A funeral service for Janice R. Ayres, a longtime Carson City resident and champion for the elderly and disabled in Nevada, will be held today, Friday, in Carson City at the First Presbyterian Church on the corner of Musser and Division streets.

A gathering for family and friends of Ayres will follow at Cafe at Adele's, 1112 North Carson Street.

Ayres was 92 when she died May 27, 2013.

Obituary: Peggye June Whitford

March 31, 1926 - May 26, 2013 Peggye passed away peacefully on May 26th 2013. She was born on March 31st, 1926 in Muskogee Oklahoma. The family moved to Orange, Ca...

Death Notice: Lora Jean Edwards

Lora Jean Edwards of Fallon, Nevada, passed away May 26, 2013 in Reno. Arrangements are under the direction of Smith Family Funeral Home, 505 Rio Vista Drive, Fallon, 423-225...

Governor Sandoval signs Brianna's Law

After years of fighting for a bill that will require DNA testing after somebody is arrested for a felony, Brianna Denison's family finally got their wish Wednesday.

SUV owners invited to follow pioneer tracks at 19th Lassen, Applegate Emigrant Trail Ride

Wagons Ho! Just imagine an SUV trek for the entire family that traces the same route used by 8,000 early pioneers in more than 1,500 covered wagons from 1849 to 1852 that brought a flood of immigrants to California, most of whom had the Gold Rush fever.

The overland emigrant trip would take five to six months crossing mountains, deserts, rivers, and some of the most hostile country in the world.

Nevada a Step Closer to Marriage Equality

Many people filled the Nevada Assembly chambers in Carson City on Thursday as a resolution to repeal a same-sex marriage ban in Nevada passed 27-14, bringing the state one step closer to marriage equality.

Senate Joint Resolution 13 requires that all marriages be treated equally under the law and removes gender from the definition of marriage. It also specifies that religious institutions can choose not to marry couples of the same gender.

Reno residents, Meredith Tanzer, 42, and Yevonne Allen, 28, have followed the measure closely during this session.

Assembly Passes Marriage Equality Resolution 27-14

CARSON CITY— During Thursday's floor session, the Nevada Assembly passed Senate Joint Resolution 13 — to legalize same sex marriage — in a vote of 27-14.

The resolution passed in the Senate on April 22 in a vote of 12-9. The only Republican Senator to vote in favor of the measure was Sen. Ben Kieckhefer. Kieckhefer has declined requests from various media outlets asking him to comment on his position, saying that his vote in favor of the resolution should speak for itself.

Outdoors with Don Q: The first big outdoor weekend of the summer

Memorial Day Weekend (May 24-27) is coming up, just around the corner, the weather is forecast for gorgeous conditions, and for countless folks in this general area, it will be their first big outdoor adventure of 2013.

So, where to go on that weekend? Well, be advised that no matter where you go (unless it is to some God forsaken location in the middle of nowhere), you can expect to encounter big crowds of people also wanting to enjoy an outdoor outing for the holiday.

So, be prepared for lots of company wherever you go or whatever you do.

Senate Passes Bill for Universal Background Checks on Guns

CARSON CITY — Survivors and family members of victims of gun violence were present in the Senate chambers Wednesday when a bill that would require background checks for individuals engaging in the private party sale of a firearm passed on a partisan vote of 11-10.

Survivors as well as family members of gun violence victims were present in the Senate Chamber today when a bill that would require background checks for individuals engaging in the private party sale of a firearm passed on a partisan vote of 11-10.

Thank You from the Family of Bert Van Komen

The Family of Bert Van Komen, Emma, Kathy and Karen along with our families would like to take this opportunity to extend to each person who showed their support through pra...

Don Q's weekly fishing report for week of May 22-28

Here is the Memorial Day weekend fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 22-28. Pack plenty of sunscreen, fill your cooler full of cold beverages and enjoy the long holiday weekend.

Nevada Division of Insurance website offers guide to the Affordable Care Act

Insurance and healthcare reform information is available through a new website launched by the Nevada Division of Insurance.

The website provides Nevada consumers with comprehensive information about insurance and healthcare reform in Nevada. Members of the insurance industry will also find information about doing business in Nevada.

Ride the rails into history, V&T season begins this weekend

History fills every rivet, trestle, whistle blow and clatter of the tracks. On Memorial Day Weekend passengers can take a journey more than 150 years old and join the ghosts of miners, gamblers, persons of ill-repute and politicians on the Virginia & Truckee Railroad.

Carson City Cops and Kids open house lives up to its 'safest party on the street' reputation

With sunny skies, a gentle breeze and plenty of children and their parents, the 10th annual Cops and Kids open house, hosted by the Carson City Sheriff's Office on Saturday, lived up to its reputation as the safest party on the street.

More than 2,000 attended the four-hour event, which featured games, prizes and demonstrations by Carson City Sheriff's Office patrol officers and personnel. The event is designed for children and their parents to get quality meet-and-greet face time with law enforcement personnel.

In Loving Memory of Barbara Jean Combs

Nov. 23, 1949 - May 9, 2013 Barbara Jean Combs of Fernley, Nv., passed away on May 9th, 2013 at the home of family after her short fight against cancer. Barbara...

Carson City Sheriff's Office 'Cops and Kids' block party and open house is Saturday

Event Date: 
May 18, 2013 - 10:00am

The safest party on the streets of Carson City is set for Saturday, May 18.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office presents its 10th annual Cops and Kids open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free community event features food, music, games, activities and presentations.

Can AB67 Combat the Rise of Human and Sex Trafficking in Nevada?

B67 was introduced in Dec. 2012 to combat the rise of human and sex trafficking in Nevada. / Photo by AP

AB67 was introduced in Dec. 2012 to combat the rise of human and sex trafficking in Nevada. / Photo by AP

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Don Q's fishing report for the week of May 15-21

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 15-21.

Column: Parenthood and its Boundaries, Limits and Wellness

All it takes is a day or two of sniffling, sneezing, coughing, aches, or pains and many of us are immediately headed toward our primary care doc’s office. Once we enter the exam room, we spill our symptoms all over the office; “I can’t breathe”, “my throat hurts”, “my head hurts”, “I FEEL AWFUL!”. But, the way you feel is not an emotion. It’s how your body feels and it feels awful.

UPDATE: Woman reported by family and friends as missing returns home safe

A 21-year-old Carson City woman who friends and family reported missing has returned home and is safe, according to her father. The woman was reported missing after she did not return from Lake Tahoe, her father said.

Murphy the 'miracle dog' left for dead is adopted

Murphy with his forever family!

Murphy the miracle dog was adopted by Honey Tapley and family on Thursday, May 9.

Honey was one of the good samaritans who stopped to help him after he had been hit on Highway 50 in Mound House and left for dead.

Women to Women Nevada with Candace Stewart

Women 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.

Outdoors with Don Q: Drink it in San Diego

Last week, Elaine and her Mom spent five days enjoying all kinds of fun things to do in San Diego, Calif., on their once-a-year Mother-Daughter outing.

They flew roundtrip from Reno to San Diego with some great internet discount tickets from Southwest Airlines.
Then at the airport, the hotel shuttle picked them up and took the two of them to the Wyndham Hotel, which is located on the edge of the harbor.

Carson City Mall Sunburst Beauty Pageant

Event Date: 
June 2, 2013 - 1:00pm

The Sunburst Beauty Pageant and Baby Contest will be held at the Carson City Mall, June 2, 1 p.m.

NO Talent Needed, NO Interview, Only one outfit needed. Its not too late to make your child’s dreams come true.
Shouldn’t every child have a special day to shine. A day that the whole family will see him/her in the spot light.
Sunburst makes everyone a star, Everyone receives a CROWN and TROPHY.
Pick up a entry form at the Mall NOW! Or visit our web site at www.sunburstbeauty.com
contact number 813-839-8054 sunburst@pageantinfo.com

Nevada Rural Housing Authority Mourns Death of Board Commissioner, Former Chairman, Vice Chairman, Tom Cook

Nevada Rural Housing Authority, Township of Gardnerville,NRHA Board of Directors

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Rural Housing Authority staff, along with its Board of Commissioners, are mourning the death of Commission member, Tom Cook. Cook died at Carson Tahoe Hospital, while surrounded by loving family, on April 25, 2013.

U10 Softball Action for the Dirt Divas - 1 win, 1 loss

The 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.

Jamba Juice to hold May 11 benefit for cancer patient Tiffani Barber

Event Date: 
May 11, 2013 - 10:00am

Jamba Juice on Topsy Lane in Carson City will hold a fundraiser for cancer patient Tiffani Barber, Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 11. Fifty percent of sales will go to help Tiffani and her cancer treatment.

Earlier this year the Carson City woman was diagnosed with gliobalstoma, the most common and aggressive malignant brain tumor. She found herself at age 24 in the fight for her life.

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