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Carson City pair jailed, allegedly growing over 50 pounds of marijuana next to school
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 09/26/2019 - 1:10pmTwo Carson City residents were arrested in the 1100 block of Fremont Street for alleged cultivation of marijuana, possession of a controlled substance for sale, trafficking marijuana, and cultivation of concentrated marijuana, all felony charges.
Carson City arrests: Man allegedly steals and pawns laptop, games from friend's game room
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/25/2019 - 10:25amA man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of felony grand larceny, obtaining money under false pretenses and misdemeanor violation of a suspended sentence after allegedly breaking into a game room of a residence, stealing electronics and selling them, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report said.
Nevada Vaping Association cautions consumers about risks of vaping THC or cannabinoids not intended for vapor use
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 12:28pmLAS VEGAS — Nevada Vaping Association strongly cautions consumers to not vape marijuana-based THC or cannabinoids products not intended for vapor use due to the significant number of deaths linked to these products.
Carson City arrests: Video shows man stealing cash from fast food drive-through register
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 10:49amA 34-year-old man was arrested early Sunday in the 300 block of East William Street for suspicion of felony burglary after allegedly stealing cash from a drive-through window at a fast food restaurant, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.
Special Enforcement Team, Gang Unit arrest three family members for drugs, harboring a fugitive
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/06/2019 - 9:52amThree family-members were arrested by Special Enforcement Team Deputies of the Carson City Sheriff’s Office after parents of a fugitive harbored their daughter to avoid arrest on a burglary warrant.
According to the police report, Adrianna Vanegas 24, Christine Vanegas 47, and Felipe Antonio Vanegas 53, were arrested in the 2200 block of Mayflower Way Thursday afternoon after it was determined Christina and Felipe were harboring their daughter, Adrianna, who was a fugitive for justice and had an outstanding felony burglary warrant for her arrest.
Man held for suspected attempted murder in stabbing Sunday at south Carson City residence
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 10:59amA Carson City man was arrested for suspicion of attempted murder, domestic battery with a deadly weapon, battery with substantial harm and being an ex-felon in possession of a firearm following a domestic incident on Sunday.
Judge blocks some Nevada marijuana license holders from moving forward with dispensaries
Submitted by editor on Sun, 08/25/2019 - 3:18pmA Las Vegas judge has issued a partial preliminary injunction in a drawn-out, hard-fought dispute between marijuana companies and the state, prohibiting certain businesses who won a conditional state license in December from moving forward to open dispensaries.
Carson City woman arrested after allegedly strangling and pulling a gun on business partner
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/24/2019 - 10:54amA 48-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 3100 block of Highway 50 E. Friday night for felony suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and domestic battery first.
Shannon Rae Atkins was arrested after deputies received a report of a battery that occurred between Atkins and her business partner.
Carson City man arrested after son found a loaded AK-47 in closet and fired into neighbor's apartment
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/23/2019 - 11:07amA 31-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of Alouette Thursday evening for felony possession of a firearm by a prohibited person and two counts of child endangerment or neglect.
Carson City arrests: Man jailed after ramming patrol vehicle following pursuit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/12/2019 - 10:40amA Carson City man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony battery with a deadly weapon, misdemeanor evading police and reckless driving following a pursuit with sheriff's deputies that ended at a storage facility.
Carson Montessori faces issues in finding — and funding — new location
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 08/08/2019 - 2:31pmCarson City’s Montessori has been educating a portion of the capitol city’s children for over a decade. They quickly outgrew their space, and have been looking to relocate for about 13 years.
Now, an end may be in sight. According to Carson Montessori Executive Director Jessica Daniels, the school has been looking at the vacant Silver State Charter School complex on Fairview since Silver State shut its doors. After funding fell out more than once, they’re at it again, and a tentative offer of over one million dollars has been offered for the space.
Agriculture Department: Nevada hemp industry thriving as harvest begins fourth year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/08/2019 - 9:43amThe 2019 hemp growing season is underway, and crop harvest has already begun in southern Nevada. The Nevada Department of Agriculture Hemp program began as research and development under the 2014 Farm Bill and started in 2017 with just 26 growers.
Carson City arrests: Pair jailed, stolen vehicle from Tahoe recovered
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/31/2019 - 9:09amTwo were arrested Tuesday for possession of a stolen vehicle and other charges, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report said.
Carson City couple jailed for child neglect, abuse after meth found in filthy motel room
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/29/2019 - 1:38pmThe Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team arrested a couple Saturday at a Carson City motel they had been living in for suspicion of felony child abuse/neglect and drug possession.
Alleged leader of local 'outlaw motorcycle club' arrested on plethora of charges by SET, Tri-County Gang Unit
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 07/27/2019 - 10:34amA 49-year-old Carson City man was arrested by the Tri-County Gang Unit withe the assistance of the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team, on five felony charges, one gross misdemeanor charge, and three misdemeanor charges after he allegedly committed felony domestic battery.
According to the report, David Sanchez is the president of the Deadly Sins Motorcycle Club Carson City Nevada chapter and he is associated with the Vagos Motorcycle Club and was arrested in the 900 block of Woodside Drive early Friday morning.
Nevada Lore Series: the murderous Thanksgiving Reno Rampage of Priscilla Ford
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 07/13/2019 - 11:22amOn Thanksgiving Day almost forty years ago, a mentally ill woman carried out what would today be considered a terrorist attack on the streets of Reno.
Carson City man jailed for driving stolen vehicle, giving false name
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/11/2019 - 10:52amA 41-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday for alleged felony possession of stolen property and multiple misdemeanor offenses, a sheriff's deputy report said.
Youth from around Nevada learn crafts, life skills at Tahoe summer camp
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 9:48amDuring a break at the Nevada Statewide Youth Summer Camp, Tyler Murray of Silver Springs tossed a football around a small circle of campers.
While he said he enjoyed the activities, he mostly appreciated the sense of connection he’s felt and the lessons learned about being vulnerable.
Carson City man arrested for possession of methamphetamine, marijuana
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 07/06/2019 - 10:48amA 49-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of Highway 50 E. and Brown Street Friday evening for suspicion of possessing a controlled substance, violation of a suspended sentence, and driving with revoked or suspended registration.
Carson City man arrested for giving a false name to avoid warrants he did not have
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 9:17amA 24-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of 10th and Curry Thursday afternoon for driving without a valid license, driving without proof of insurance, a stop sign violation, and providing a false statement to an officer.
Carson City deputies arrest eight people Thursday, ranging from drug possession to semi-truck hit and run
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/21/2019 - 9:25amA 37-year-old Auburn, Calif. man and a 45-year-old Garden Valley, Calif. woman were arrested in the area of Roop and College early Friday morning for suspicion of possessing drugs, drug paraphernalia, driving with a suspended license, and driving with suspended registration.
Carson City man jailed for attempting to return stolen items using a stolen receipt
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 06/16/2019 - 10:31amA 22-year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday in the 3200 block of Market Street on suspicion of felony burglary, felony obtaining money under false pretenses, and possession of drug paraphernalia, a sheriff's deputy reported.
Nevada expands protections for marijuana users
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/11/2019 - 1:46pmCARSON CITY — Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak recently signed a trio of bills that make life easier on marijuana users now that the drug is legal for adults to possess.
Sisolak OKs test of pot banking, bans minors buying kratom
Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/06/2019 - 3:30pmGov. Steve Sisolak has signed bills that test out a banking system for the state's legal marijuana industry, ban children from buying the herbal supplement kratom and bar employers from ...
Carson City deputies make weekend arrests for domestic battery, drugs and obstructing
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/03/2019 - 10:59amA 28-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Sunday for misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery. A man involved in the altercation was also arrested for two outstanding warrants, a sheriff's deputy report said.
Carson City arrests: Man allegedly slashes tires, jailed for felony assault and domestic battery
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/27/2019 - 10:58amA 36-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Monday morning for suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon, gross misdemeanor destruction of property, and misdemeanor domestic battery, a sheriff's deputy report said.
Amendment would remove right of counties to license marijuana lounges
Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/24/2019 - 1:52pmThe governor’s bill creating a Cannabis Compliance Board to oversee the legal marijuana industry advanced through committee today, carrying with it an amendment removing the ability of ...
Amendment would let counties license marijuana lounges
Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 4:09pmAlmost a week after the introduction of a bill to create a statewide Cannabis Compliance Board, Nevada lawmakers heard a proposed amendment to give counties the ...
County OKs $1.8 million to combat homelessness
Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 1:30pmClark County commissioners today unanimously approved a resolution to allocate nearly $1.8 million in marijuana business license fees to help the homeless. The action is part of ...
Carson City arrests: Man attempting to escape officer, jailed for burglary and home invasion
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 10:46amA 24-year-old man was arrested in the 1500 block of East William Street for suspicion of home invasion, attempted burglary, battery on an officer and other charges, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office report.