Nevada

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is preparing for the upcoming New Year’s Eve celebration at Lake Tahoe starting on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018.

Nevada historian CW Bayer will be the featured speaker at a New Year's Eve luncheon sponsored by Carson's Democratic Men's Committee. The topic of will be "William Ormsby and the founding of the Nevada Territory."

This event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Monday, December 31, in the banquet room of Carson City's Round Table on Retail Drive just off College Parkway. Admission is free and no donations are requested.

This presentation will simply be an opportunity for Carsonites to learn more about the legacy of this little-known but fascinating Nevada historical figure. All are welcome.

Hello Carson City. The weekend approaches and we're still wondering how we went from Thanksgiving to Christmas so fast. We are coming into Friday, Dec. 28, 2018. Besides having to put on an extra layer of clothing and setting the thermostat a couple degrees warmer, conditions outside are what can be expected as we head into 2019: Cloudy to sunny with a continued chill in the air.

CARSON CITY — Drivers can expect periodic single lane closures on Kingsbury Grade as the Nevada Department of Transportation cleans highway storm drains.

CARSON CITY — January is National Radon Action Month, and University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Radon Education Program is offering free short-term radon test kits to Nevadans from Jan. 2 through Feb. 28. Radon test kits are available at Cooperative Extension offices and partnering locations, as well as at presentations, statewide.

Come and join us on our first New Years Day one hour walks to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet on Cardinal Way off of Saliman Road. We will walk along the Linear Ditch trail next to the Fremont Elementary School. Water and closed-toe shoes required.

Today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vitalant of Northern Nevada is hosting a Community Blood Drive at Chili’s in Carson City. There is no greater gift than the gift of life. This season, experience the wonder by donating blood.

Carson City area casinos saw a gaming revenue increase of 3.48 percent in November when compared to the same month a year ago, according to figures released Thursday by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

Good morning Carson City, today is Thursday, Dec. 27, 2018. Even though we've now passed Christmas, (that happened quickly didn't it?) we still have the New Year's holiday ahead. Speaking of the countdown to 2019 we've begun compiling an events listing for New Year's Eve parties around the area.

A man who called Carson City Sheriff's Office dispatch Wednesday night saying he had been shot in the stomach by a man wearing dark clothing and a hoodie later confessed that he made the story up.

Two additional types of mental health professionals may soon be able to treat psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia, should the Nevada Legislature approve a bill put forward by a state licensing board.

A Northern Nevada Correctional Center inmate sentenced to life in prison for sex offenses died Tuesday at the prison's regional medical facility in Carson City, according to the Nevada Department of Corrections.

CARSON CITY — By Popular Demand Well Being Massage and Functional Fitness will continue to run its Winter Sport Conditioning Program for two more separate 3-week sessions. The winter season is rocking. Will you be? Lock in your best season of skiing, trekking, snow-boarding and snow mobiling ever and ensure yourself that when the snow calls you, your fitness level will not let you down.

Carson City educators, students and families have stood together for the last few weeks in efforts to benefit schools in fire-devastated areas of northern California. All individuals involved learned lessons in kindness as well as how small efforts collectively may produce great and impactful outcomes.

Jerky Junction is hosting a hiring event at the Carson City office of Nevada JobConnect on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 from 09:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Nevada JobConnect is located at 1929 N. Carson St, Carson City.

Available jobs are: Entry Level Food Processor (JO# 460396), Packaging Supervisor (JO# 460391), and Shipping & Receiving (JO# 460392).

It is preferred that job seekers are referred to the job listing by a JobConnect representative before the hiring event.

For more information, please visit the nearest Nevada JobConnect location for details.

Hello Carson City and welcome to the day after Christmas, Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2018. For those keeping score, there are 5 days until New Year's 2019, 84 days until the first day of spring, 177 days until the first day of summer and 336 days until Thanksgiving.

Join us for free hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet on Cardinal Way off of Saliman Road. Bring a friend and/or friendly dogs. All hikes are 2-4 miles with duration of about 90 minutes, sometimes with elevation gains of 500’ or more. Water and sturdy or athletic shoes are required. Hiking poles recommended.

In case of bad weather, we will cancel. Please check the www.musclepowered.org/calendar or our Facebook page for last minute changes, or contact the hike coordinator Jo Foster at jf.prairie@gmail.com, or (319) 504-3309, call or text.

Join us for free hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet at Brunswick canyon Road and Deer Run Road, one miles south of Highway 50 East.

Bring a friend and/or friendly dogs. All hikes are 2-4 miles with duration of about 90 minutes, sometimes with elevation gains of 500’ or more. Water and sturdy or athletic shoes are required. Hiking poles recommended.

Join us for free hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors! Meet at 1003 Sonoma Street, corner of Sonoma and Fremont in Carson City. We will walk on the sidewalks in the neighborhood near the park. BRING A FLASHLIGHT as it will be dark on these walks. Water and closed-toe shoes required.

Check www.musclepowered.org/calendar or Facebook for last minute changes or cancellations. Contact Sharon Coates at scoates7515@gmail.com or 775-720-4060 if you have questions.

Come and join us on our first New Years Day one hour walks to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet in open dirt area near the Nevada Humane Society. Water and closed-toe shoes required.

All walks are 1 to 2 miles with duration of 1 hour with usually negligible elevation gain, and frequently on paved or smooth paths. If it rains or snows, meet at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC) at 1860 Russell Way. Contact Alyce Cloutier, klute89706@gmail.com or call 775-250-0282, if you have any questions.

Come and join us on our first New Years Day one hour walks to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet in open dirt area near the Nevada Humane Society. Water and closed-toe shoes required.

All walks are 1 to 2 miles with duration of 1 hour with usually negligible elevation gain, and frequently on paved or smooth paths. If it rains or snows, meet at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC) at 1860 Russell Way. Contact Alyce Cloutier, klute89706@gmail.com or call 775-250-0282, if you have any questions.

Come and join us on our first New Years Day one hour walks to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet on Cardinal Way off of Saliman Road. We will walk along the Linear Ditch trail next to the Fremont Elementary School. Water and closed-toe shoes required.

All walks are 1 to 2 miles with duration of 1 hour with usually negligible elevation gain, and frequently on paved or smooth paths. If it rains or snows, meet at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC) at 1860 Russell Way. Contact Alyce Cloutier, klute89706@gmail.com or call 775-250-0282, if you have any questions.

Come and join us on our first New Years Day one hour walks to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet on Cardinal Way off of Saliman Road. We will walk along the Linear Ditch trail next to the Fremont Elementary School. Water and closed-toe shoes required.

All walks are 1 to 2 miles with duration of 1 hour with usually negligible elevation gain, and frequently on paved or smooth paths. If it rains or snows, meet at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC) at 1860 Russell Way. Contact Alyce Cloutier, klute89706@gmail.com or call 775-250-0282, if you have any questions.

Carson City beat seasonal expectations by adding 200 jobs in November, according to the latest figures from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.

The Nevada State Museum tips its hat to a seminal figure in the city’s history and continues its months-long celebration leading up to the 150th anniversary of the opening of the Carson City U.S. Branch Mint with this month’s medallion minting on Historic Coin Press No. 1.

RENO, Nev. (AP) — Off-road vehicle enthusiasts are suing the U.S. Forest Service over the bistate sage grouse in Nevada and California.

UPDATE 4PM: Traffic has been released on westbound I-80 at Donner Lake Interchange, but expect long delays. Chain controls still in effect.
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UPDATE 1:47PM: From Caltrans: I-80 is closed between Kingvale and Donner Lake Road due to extremely heavy snowfall and multiple collisions. No estimated time of reopening.
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With Christmas Eve travelers going east and westbound over the Sierra along two major highways, a Winter Weather Advisory for Lake Tahoe and Winter Storm Warning along the west slope of the Sierra in California, it is almost a sure bet motorists will experience delays before reaching their final destinations.

The Nevada Humane Society in Carson City saw another success story as part of its Home 4 the Holidays Pet Adoption Drive to find homes for 1,000 homeless pets this holiday season.

Hello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Dec. 24, 2018. Today is Christmas Eve, where kitchens burst with delicious creations and family and friends prepare to gather in fellowship and faith. Last minute shoppers will appreciate that many retailers, including local businesses and art galleries, are open today for those zero-hour Christmas gifts.

Western Nevada College’s three campuses will be closed on Christmas Day, Tuesday, Dec. 25 and New Year’s Day on Tuesday, Jan. 1. WNC’s Carson City and Fallon campuses will resume regular business hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 26 and Wednesday, Jan. 2.