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Carson City, Douglas County offer curbside Christmas tree recycling
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 4:06pmCarson City and Douglas County are again participating in a statewide Christmas tree recycling effort. As in previous years, Christmas trees can be placed curbside on your regular trash collection day or taken to one of several drop off locations.
Eagles and Raptors Make Their Return to Carson Valley
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 12:08pmEvery winter, Carson Valley becomes a nesting ground for bald eagles, golden eagles, falcons, hawks, owls and other wildlife as they congregate to the region. Carson Valley’s expansive open space and cattle ranches provide habitat for the wintering birds of prey.
Man accused of shooting Douglas County sergeant charged with attempted murder
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/23/2020 - 3:42pmThe man accused of shooting a Douglas County Sheriff's Office sergeant in Gardnerville late Sunday night was charged with attempted murder on Wednesday after appearing in front of a judge.
According to KRNV News 4, Nicholas Berreman, 22, and accomplice Kaela Mae Horse-Berreman appeared, virtually, in front of an East Fork Justice Court judge on Wednesday afternoon.
Christmas display celebrates Nevada law enforcement
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/22/2020 - 3:13pmWhen retired Carson City Sheriff's Office Sgt. Scott McDaniel learned about the late Sunday shooting of a Douglas County Sheriff's sergeant, he was compelled to design, build and put up a Christmas decoration that celebrates his fellow Nevada law enforcement officers.
Douglas County sheriff's officer recovering after being shot 3 times, suspects booked in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/21/2020 - 2:43pmA Douglas County Sheriff's Office sergeant is recovering after being shot three times late Sunday in Gardnerville. Two suspects are in custody and are being held in Carson City. The following news release was issued from DCSO:
Douglas County sheriff's officer shot, flown by Care Flight; 2 suspects in custody
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/21/2020 - 12:48amUPDATE: From the Douglas County Sheriff's Office Facebook page: On Dec. 20, 2020 at approximately 11:15 p.m. an officer Involved shooting occurred in Douglas County NV near Douglas Ave in Gardnerville, NV.
The incident is currently under investigations and no suspects are outstanding. The Suspect is currently being treated at the hospital for injuries. Highway 395/Gillman to Waterloo remain closed. The Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to please avoid the area. More information will be released when it becomes available.
The Carson City Sheriff's Office will be the lead investigation agency, as protocol for officer involved shootings to have an outside agency investigate, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong. There are two suspects who were in a vehicle, a male and female, who were involved in the incident. Both are in custody, said Furlong. The condition of the injured officer is unknown at this time.
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A Douglas County sheriff's officer was shot and suffered serious injuries late Sunday night following an incident in Gardnerville. Two suspects are in custody, according to dispatch reports.
How to recycle your Christmas Tree in Carson City and beyond
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/18/2020 - 8:41amCarson City is pleased to offer Christmas Tree Recycling in cooperation with Capital Sanitation/Waste Management, Inc.
As in previous years, Christmas trees can be placed curbside on your regular trash collection day or taken to one of the drop off locations. Trees will be chipped in the springtime and used as mulch. This program continues to be a huge success.
Please remove all decorations, lights, tinsel and bases prior to recycling; if the tree is longer than six feet, cut the tree into pieces.
Former rural development official to speak at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/18/2020 - 2:05amClint Koble, Executive Director of the Department of Agriculture's Nevada Rural Development Council in the Obama administration, will be the featured speaker at next Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon. The topic of his presentation will be “Rebuilding Rural America” — a set of policy proposals he developed based on a lifetime in public life and on his own experience as a product of rural America, having been born and raised on a farm in North Dakota.
Sertoma winter coat drive barrels in Carson City, Carson Valley brim over with donations
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/10/2020 - 1:45pmThe Sertoma Coat Drive is in full operation for its fourth year of collecting and distributing clothing to the people in the community who are without warm outerwear. With 19 blue barrels in Carson Valley and 7 in Carson City, everyone who wants to donate new and gently used coats, blankets, and warm outerwear is finding a donation spot.
Local realtor seeks donations for Carson Valley Food Closet; hopes to raise $1,000 to provide food for local families
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/09/2020 - 1:03pmGARDNERVILLE — RE/MAX Realty Affiliates of Gardnerville, Realtor Ginger Easley is working once again to raise funds for the Carson Valley Food Closet.
Easley has raised thousands of dollars for the food closet, along with hundreds of pounds of food through annual client gatherings and online fundraisers since 2016.
Carson City woman arrested for pushing boyfriend after he allegedly crashed her car on purpose
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/08/2020 - 12:05pmA 28-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 2800 block of U.S. Highway 50 E. for suspicion of domestic battery after pushing her boyfriend after he allegedly crashed her car, something she said he did on purpose because she was going to break up with him, according to a sheriff's office booking report. The boyfriend was also arrested by the Nevada Highway Patrol for suspicion of DUI.
Virtual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights, pictures with Santa and more highlight weekend events in Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/03/2020 - 11:24pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The annual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights holiday celebration goes virtual on Friday. Santa Claus will arrive virtually at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada and in-person at Battle Born Harley Davidson on Saturday for pictures with families and kids of all ages. Combined with live music and dinner specials at Living the Good Life, the state capital has events lined up for the holidays! Read on for more information.
Douglas County cancels public holiday events due to increase in COVID-19 cases
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 9:33amMINDEN — After consultation with the Douglas County Officials, the Towns, public safety agencies, and Douglas County Emergency Management it was determined in-person public holiday events at the Towns of Gardnerville, Genoa, and Minden, as well as the 25th Annual Parade of Lights hosted by the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce have been cancelled.
ICYMI: Traffic signal warnings signs to be updated Monday in Carson City, Douglas County
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/29/2020 - 6:07pmBeginning Monday, Nov. 30, drivers will see changes to the flashing warning signals placed in advance of some traffic signals in Carson City and Douglas County as the Nevada Department of Transportation updates the warning signals.
Fa La La Fridays, Small Business Saturday, Virginia City train rides and more highlight weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/26/2020 - 9:33pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Virginia City will kick off its Candy Cane Express and Train of Lights on Friday with all day train rides. Small Business Saturday will begin in downtown Carson City with COVID-19 restrictions put in place. Combined with pool tournaments at Bulldog Billiards and live music at Living the Good Life, the state capital will be buzzing with excitement! Read on for more information.
October gaming revenue in Carson City area, Lake Tahoe sees increase over 2019 figures
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/25/2020 - 10:54amQuad County COVID-19 Monday briefing: Carson City death, 35 new cases, 36 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/23/2020 - 7:03pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting an additional death due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region on Monday, Nov. 23, 2020. The individual was a Carson City resident. CCHHS is also reporting 35 new cases and 36 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 2,993, with 2,219 recoveries and 33 deaths; 741 cases remain active.
Holiday movie premiers, turkey drop, craft show and more highlight weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 11:01pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. A Thanksgiving Turkey Drop for families in need will be held Friday at Max Casino. The holiday movie premieres of “Feliz NaviDAD” and “Once Upon A Main Street” on Saturday will feature different venues in Carson City. Along with a craft show at the Carson Mall and live music, the state capital will be buzzing with excitement! Read on for more information.
Carson Tahoe offers 2 COVID testing sites, extended weekend hours; closes 2 Walmart clinics
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 5:15pmDue to the great demand for COVID-19 symptomatic testing in our area, and to help manage the influx of COVID cases, Carson Tahoe is providing symptomatic testing at two convenient locations. This service is reserved is for people experiencing COVID-like symptoms such as; fever, cough, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, and sore throat.
Evacuations lifted following wildfire in Foothill and Mottsville areas of Douglas County
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 5:50pmUPDATE 6:43 p.m. Voluntary evacuations have been lifted. Motsville Road remains closed but should be opening soon, according to the Douglas County government Facebook page.
Power outages in Carson City, Lyon County, Douglas County and more due to high winds
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 12:53pmHigh winds have knocked out the power all across the western Nevada region, including Carson City, Gardnerville, Dayton, Lake Tahoe, Reno and Sparks.
Carson Valley Virtual Turkey Trot, open mic night, craft show, live music and more highlight weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 9:49pmHeading into the weekend and inching closer to Thanksgiving, there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. The fourth annual Carson Valley Turkey Trot begins Friday and will be held virtually throughout the month of November. Combined with live music and Open Mic Night at A to Zen, the state capital will be buzzing with excitement. Read on for more information.
Carson City area forecast: Clearing and cold with another storm possible Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/09/2020 - 8:46amCold temperatures and some clearing will persist Monday following the snowfall early Sunday that brought a few inches to a foot of snow or more from the valley floors to the Sierra.
November Wine Walk, bike tour, craft fair and more highlight weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/05/2020 - 9:22pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region. The November Gobble Wine Walk kicks off in downtown Carson City followed by a new “Paths and Pedals” bike tour. Sierra Lutheran High School is also hosting a Christmas craft fair on Saturday. Combined with live music and virtual events, there’s plenty of activity happening in the state capital! Read on for more information.
NDOT lane closures happening Friday on US395 in downtown Gardnerville for repairs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/05/2020 - 5:16pmCARSON CITY — Lane closures will take place on northbound U.S. 395 in downtown Gardnerville Friday, Nov. 6 as utility-related roadway repairs take place.
Douglas investigators ask for public's help identifying bank drop box thief
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/04/2020 - 3:21pmThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance to identify the suspect involved in a theft from the night drop box at the Gardnerville US Bank.
Douglas election worker tests COVID-19 positive, county says election won't be affected
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/02/2020 - 3:36pmDouglas County was notified on Nov. 1, 2020 that a Douglas County employee who has been involved in the election processes, tested positive for COVID-19. Douglas County has worked closely with Carson City Health and Human Services on contact tracing related to the positive case.
Reminder: Trick or Treating to be held Friday evening in Carson City, Saturday in all other counties
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/30/2020 - 10:32amHappy (almost) Halloween readers! This year, due to Nevada Day falling on a Saturday, trick or treating is being held tonight, Friday Oct. 30 in the capital city.
Halloween fun, 'reverse parade' and film festival, competitions highlight Nevada Day weekend around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 7:42pmHeading into the final weekend of October, Halloween and Nevada Day events will keep revelers busy through Sunday making for a jam packed weekend of fun for families and grownups around the Carson City region.