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Approaching Christmas Day, Vitalant in Northern Nevada, formerly United Blood Services, is aiming to collect more than 3,500 donations in December to increase the community blood supply. Recent winter storms have caused blood drive cancellations and reduced blood collections at local Vitalant donation centers.

Carson City Nevada Triad presents The Library: It’s Not Just for Books Anymore, a presentation designed to help people become more aware about the many resources, programs and activities offered at the library.

Three inmates died over the weekend at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center in Carson City, the Nevada Department of Corrections reported Monday. The cases are unrelated and there is no evidence of foul play in any of the deaths, said Brooke Santina, public information officer.

On Monday morning the Carson City Sheriff’s Office and the Nevada National Guard teamed up for an active shooter training exercise, including the unveiling of a new detection technology.

A Carson City woman who has dedicated the past 15 years helping people throughout Northern Nevada learn English and become American citizens was recognized Sunday as one of 10 finalists picked by CNN as a Top Hero for 2018.

On Wednesday, Dec. 19, Chris ‘CW’ Bayer will be entertaining the members of the Leisure Hour Club, Carson City’s oldest continuously meeting social organization. According to CW Bayer, he will be “singing and telling lies” for the Club during his performance.

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect gift for someone, give the gift of safety and order a free smoke alarm and installation from the American Red Cross of Northern Nevada.

Hello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Dec. 10, 2018. Kicking off the work week we can expect cloud coverage today with a 30 percent chance of rain or snow showers after 10 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. Little or no snow accumulation is expected though the roads may get icy in spots. Here is what's happening around Carson City today:

The 2018 Installation Dinner for the Carson City Republican Women's Club will be held Tuesday, Dec. 18 at the Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. with a sit down dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets for this event are $40 each which include appetizers, salad, entree of salmon and a beef filet, vegetables, dessert and choice of beverages. There will be a cash bar available.

Friends to All volunteers went out in the cold on Saturday, Dec. 8 visiting more than 150 senior citizens in Carson City bringing cheer and gifts.

The group, a nonprofit organization, has been providing visits to seniors in the community since 1999. More than 45 volunteers dressed as Santa and Helpers covered the City bringing their message "Touching Hearts with a Visit."

I like ‘Delicata’ winter squash. With my most recent purchase, I wondered if I saved seeds, would they produce true ‘Delicata’ squash next fall or some cross-bred anomaly.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Dec. 10-16, 2018. Road closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

The Christmas spirit is very present around Carson City these days with just over two weeks remaining before the big day.

TACH (Traditional Association for Cultural Harmony), a non-profit organization founded by internationally-renowned musician Thakur Chakrapani Singh is going to present “World Music Award Night” on Dec. 16, 2018 at 4 p.m.

UPDATE SUNDAY: A man was arrested Saturday night in the North Valley area of Washoe County by Nevada Highway Patrol troopers and a Carson City sheriff's sergeant following a pursuit involving a stolen vehicle that began in Carson City, said Sheriff Ken Furlong. The Carson City suspect, now in Washoe County custody, was arrested at around 8:30 p.m.

According to Furlong, CCSO scaled back its pursuit once it crossed the county line but followed the suspect vehicle through Washoe Valley. The vehicle crashed and the suspect attempted to flee but was caught by arriving CCSO and NHP officers. The suspect faces charges related to the pursuit, driving a stolen vehicle and being a felon in possession of a firearm, said Furlong.
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An attempted traffic stop on a vehicle identified as stolen out of Sparks turned into a failure to yield and a pursuit by Carson City Sheriff's deputies into Washoe Valley Saturday night.

Holiday magic has returned to the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City, where the Santa Train has pulled into Wabuska Station for the next three weekends before Christmas.

We are deeply saddened to learn that Reno Chamber Orchestra Violinist Emerita and dear friend, Marilyn Sevilla, has passed away.

Children explored the world of musical instruments Saturday as part of Mother Nature: Nature's Musical Symphony program at the Carson City Library.

The program, featuring Maureen Conlin of Happy Notes, is sponsored by Arts for Children of Nevada.

December 21 is the Silver Stage Food Pantry’s fifth annual “Shopping with the Elves” event. From 1-5 p.m., parents who are guests of the Food Pantry can shop for gifts for their children.

The event includes a chance for children to visit with Santa and have holiday refreshments while their parents shop. The Pantry is in need of gifts for ages infant to 18 years.

Home-bound Seniors: The Pantry also welcomes donations of gifts for seniors. They deliver baskets and gifts to 40 home-bound elders, and sing carols to them as well.

For the winter holidays, the Dayton Food Pantry has a goal of collecting 200 hams. In addition, the Pantry is in need of clean blankets and sleeping bags to distribute.

You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I'm telling you why: Because Santa Claus is coming to Carson City!

UPDATE: 4:55PM: The accident has been cleared and traffic is being allowed back onto Fairview Drive.
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Carson City emergency crews are on scene of a two-vehicle crash that occurred near the roundabout at E. Fifth Street and Fairview Drive.

Today Nevada Humanities begins accepting nominations for the 2019 Nevada Humanities Awards for outstanding achievement in and contributions to the humanities.

The community is welcome at the second annual La Posada Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 15 from 12-3 p.m. at Carson Nugget Hall in the Aspen Building on Western Nevada College’s Carson City campus.

There will be activities for the entire family. The event is free and open to the public.

Carson City’s latest food market opened to commercial business customers Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the grocery chain's newest store, located at 222 Fairview Drive in the Lowe’s shopping center next door to Office Depot.

A 49-year-old Reno man was arrested Thursday afternoon on the charges of obstructing an officer after deputies responded to a report of shots being fired at the Carson City Landfill.

Due to verified reports involving the likelihood of stray bullets entering into populated areas originating from the discharge of firearms at the Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range, a temporary operating schedule at the range was implemented.

Hello and good day Carson City. We are headed into Friday, Dec. 7, 2018. The weekend is nearly here and your continued generosity never ceases to amaze. Ahead Friday is the annual KTVN Share Your Christmas Drive-By Food Drive held locally at the Governor's Mansion and at Minden's Carson Valley Inn. It is also the 6th annual Project Empty Bowls at Carson Mall, which has become a local soup for the soul favorite stop.

Jill Derby, former Democratic congressional candidate, one-time Chair of the Nevada State Democratic Party, and long-time Chair of the of the NSHE Board of Regents, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. The topic of her presentation is Gerrymandering: Why state legislative races will matter as much in 2020 as races for the White House and Congress.

The managers of Carson City, Churchill, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties will provide an overview of their county. Their presentations will focus on county successes, challenges, and plans for the future.

NNDA’s The Business Edge is a monthly educational series providing information on issues and trends of interest to the northern Nevada business community.