Lake Tahoe
Save the Date: 6th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival, Live Virtual Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/18/2021 - 12:22amCelebrate Earth Day with Mountain Area Preservation and join us for the 6th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival, a live and virtual event on Friday, April 23.
This year's event will be hosted virtually and will include an online auction benefiting MAP’s environmental advocacy work in the Truckee and Lake Tahoe area. The virtual festival will feature award-winning films focused on the environment, conservation, adventure, and more! Get inspired and celebrate the power of activism by attending Wild & Scenic.
It's official: NHL hockey coming to Lake Tahoe in February
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 9:50amIt has been a plan in the works for months and Monday the National Hockey League made it official — they are bringing NHL Outdoors at Lake Tahoe to Edgewood Tahoe Feb. 20-21, 2021.
Forest Service extends closures on developed campgrounds in California due to COVID concerns
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 10:24amUSDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region has decided to extend the developed campground closure on 12 National Forests in California to provide consistent COVID-19 mitigation response in accordance with Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Stay-at-Home Orders. These Regional Orders will be in effect through Jan. 29, 2021.
Lake Tahoe prescribed fire operations resume
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 2:59pmThe Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team will resume prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Operations will continue over the next several weeks, conditions and weather permitting. Smoke may be visible.
Nevada receives $1 million in grants to improve water quality, reduce pollution
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 12:05pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection announced Tuesday that it has received $1 million in Clean Water Act grant funds provided by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency that will be used to complete 11 projects to reduce “nonpoint source pollution” and improve water quality across the state.
Wind Advisory in effect for Carson City region, snow in the Sierra
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/04/2021 - 3:01pmThe National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory in effect for much of the region, including the greater Reno, Carson City, Carson Valley and Washoe Valley areas until 10 p.m. tonight.
Carson City area weather: Storm to bring strong wind and rain to valleys, snow in the Sierra
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/03/2021 - 12:25pmA winter storm will bring a round of strong and possibly damaging winds for most areas, with heavy wet snow for the Sierra late Sunday night into Tuesday morning and mostly rain down to the valley floors.
Senator Square: Carson High School teacher publishes her latest short story
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/03/2021 - 2:18amAs CHS teachers and students return to school, from, hopefully, a relaxing winter break, would it not be great to know one of their teachers recently published a short story? CHS Language Arts Department teacher Brigette Pugh is excited to share her latest published piece of writing.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office sees decrease in Calls for Service for New Year's Eve
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 4:08pmThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) experienced a decrease in the amount of calls for service in Stateline for the New Year’s Eve celebration as compared to 2020.
NHL to host Vegas Golden Knights, Colorado Avalanche at Lake Tahoe for outdoor game, Bruins and Flyers to follow
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 10:41amThe National Hockey League (NHL) will be holding two outdoor games in Lake Tahoe next month as part of their Outdoor Weekend series.
On Feb. 20, Nevada's own Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche will face off for a live game hosted by Edgewood Tahoe Resort.
Carson City’s Year in Review: a look back on 2020 (pandemic free edition)
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 2:46amIt was an eventful year around the Carson City region notwithstanding the limitations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's some notable stories that were not pandemic related that happened in 2020.
No DUI checkpoints in Carson City this New Year's Eve but heavy patrol presence guaranteed
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 11:17amLaw enforcement around Carson City and Northern Nevada will be in "saturation" mode throughout the day and into the new year looking for suspected DUI drivers.
Carson City area weather: Parade of winter storms lined up into the new year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 12:10pmWith the closing of 2020 the new year will bring in a parade of winter storms for the Sierra, Carson City area and western Nevada, according to the National Weather Service.
November gaming earnings up nearly 2 percent in Carson City, 24 percent at south Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/29/2020 - 4:02pmPine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Name one good thing about 2020
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/29/2020 - 12:03pmMost of us might agree, 2020 was the annus horribilis of our lifetime. But just as the darkest cloud has a silver lining, 2020 has offered one thing about which we can all brag and be proud. I can't think of what that one thing might be just now, though it does occur to me that learning how to cut our own hair might be a thing to celebrate and be genuinely proud, unless of course you're a barber.
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.
PBS Reno's 'Wild Nevada' season 5 picked up for distribution by American Public Television
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/25/2020 - 2:57pmPBS Reno is excited to announce Season 5 of its award-winning local production, "Wild Nevada," has been picked up for national distribution by American Public Television. The first episode will be available to participating PBS member stations around the country on March 10, 2021.
Carson City area weather: Pair of storms lined up for late Christmas Day into the weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/24/2020 - 10:06amUPDATE: Heading into the Christmas holiday weekend, the weather pattern for the Carson City region is expected to change beginning Christmas Day with periods of rain, snow and gusty winds into early next week, according to the National Weather Service.
Carson City area weather: light snow early Tuesday, windy and cold through Christmas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/21/2020 - 12:16amA cold front is expected to bring light snow showers and wind beginning late Monday night that may impact the Tuesday morning commute, according to the National Weather Service.
Meals on Wheels Carson City receives $7,000 grant from the Caesars Foundation, 336 cookie tin from local casinos
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/18/2020 - 3:48pmCommemorative Lake Tahoe coins minted in Carson City still available, less than 300 remain
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/15/2020 - 4:35pmThe first of its kind Lake Tahoe Commemorative Coin was minted this month on historic Carson City Mint Press No. 1 and less than 300 of the limited-edition coins are still available for the public, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, said Tuesday.
Pioneer High School Senior in the Spotlight: Student looks forward to college
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/15/2020 - 12:07pmSenior Shania West decided early that she wanted to graduate as a Pioneer Panther, and chose to attend Pioneer High School for all four years. She thought that it would be a good fit for her and she has no regrets. And, now with those years nearly behind her, Shania is looking forward to achieving her goal of going to college.
Carson City area weather: Midweek storm to bring more wind, rain and snow
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/14/2020 - 3:10pmA winter storm is expected to move into the Sierra late Wednesday into Thursday morning bringing up to a foot of snow above 7,000 feet and wind, rain and snow showers on the valley floor.
Widespread prescribed fire operations continue this week in Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/14/2020 - 11:51amWeather and conditions permitting, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team will continue prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin. California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy, North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts are scheduled to burn hand piles and smoke may be visible.
Winter storm to bring periods of snow, gusty winds and slick roads to Sierra, Carson City region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/13/2020 - 10:55amA winter storm has begun to move through the Carson City region Sunday bringing snow to the Sierra and snowfall to the valley floors, according to the National Weather Service.
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.
Carson City area weather: Weak systems may bring 'very light' snowfall to valleys, a few inches in Sierra
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/10/2020 - 11:54amA series of fairly weak weather systems will move into western Nevada through the weekend that may break down the persistent dry pattern, bringing in breezy conditions with slight chances of very light snow showers Friday night into Saturday morning, according to the National Weather Service.
Smoke may be visible as Lake Tahoe prescribed fire operations continue this week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/09/2020 - 11:26amThe Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team may continue prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin. California State Parks, North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts are scheduled to burn if conditions and weather allow. Smoke may be visible.
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.
Agencies continue prescribed fire operations at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/30/2020 - 3:57pmTahoe Fire and Fuels Team members will continue prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin, weather and conditions permitting. California State Parks and Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District are scheduled to burn hand piles on the east and west shores. Smoke may be visible.