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Exit numbers to change on Carson City Freeway beginning this weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 4:29pmBeginning Sunday, Oct. 6, exit numbers on Interstate 580 Carson City Freeway will change as part of a Nevada Department of Transportation project to resurface and enhance the roadway.
Jobs Report: Reno, Carson City and Vegas lead nation in metro area employment growth
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/24/2019 - 10:13amReno, Carson City and Las Vegas metro areas continued to show impressive job growth in August and over the year, according to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s August 2019 economic sub-state report.
I-580 in Carson City reduced to one lane tonight through Sunday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/20/2019 - 1:42pmSegments of the Interstate 580 Carson City Freeway will be reduced to a single lane throughout the weekend as part of a Nevada Department of Transportation project to resurface and enhance the interstate.
I-580 will be reduced to a single lane in each direction between North Carson Street and College Parkway from 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 through 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22 as crews stripe the newly-paved freeway and resurface bridge decks. Speeds will be reduced to 45 mph, and motorists should anticipate minor travel delays.
Nevada employment department makes key appointments for Carson City, Vegas divisions
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 3:23pmThe Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation on Thursday announced the appointment of two administrative positions for divisions in Carson City and Las Vegas.
Ms. Kimberly Gaa has been appointed as administrator for the agency’s Employment Security Division in Carson City and Dr. Marilyn Delmont has been appointed as administrator of the Information Development and Processing Division in Las Vegas.
July initial unemployment claims in Nevada climb, but substantially down over year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/20/2019 - 10:59amCARSON CITY — July initial claims for unemployment insurance benefits totaled nearly 9,870, up just over 400 claims, or 4.4 percent compared to June, but are down substantially when compared to last year’s July reading of 10,550, according to a report released Tuesday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Carson City arrests: Man jailed for suspicion of third DUI
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/14/2019 - 9:42amA Carson City man was arrested Tuesday evening for suspicion of felony third DUI, according a Carson City sheriff's deputy report.
Reno metro shows strongest Nevada employment growth, Carson City up 1,200 jobs over year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/23/2019 - 11:44amCARSON CITY — Statewide, jobs increased by 3.3 percent, a gain of 45,500 new jobs added since June of last year and the fastest growth in the nation for the 9th consecutive month, according to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s June 2019 local area economic report released Tuesday.
University of Nevada, Reno updates status of Argenta Hall explosion
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/16/2019 - 6:26amSince last week, when the State Fire Marshal announced preliminary findings regarding the cause of the explosion that damaged Argenta and Nye Halls on July 5, the University has made significant progress in several areas regarding the students affected, making arrangements for the upcoming Fall 2019 semester and planning for the longer-term. Here are some of the most recent developments:
Carson City, Reno and Vegas lead statewide Nevada employment growth in May
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/25/2019 - 3:38pmCARSON CITY — For the eighth consecutive month, Nevada has held the fastest rate of new job growth in the nation, according to May 2019 employment figures released Tuesday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation. Statewide, jobs increased by 4.0 percent, a gain of 55,200 new jobs added since May of last year.
Nevada sees lowest initial claims in May for unemployment insurance benefits since 1999
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 1:20pmCARSON CITY — According to the latest initial claims data from the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, April initial claims for unemployment insurance benefits fell to a relative record low this month. With May’s reading of 9,400 claims, this is the lowest May reading since 1999.
Nevada continues to add jobs in May, unemployment holds steady at 4 percent
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 10:51amCARSON CITY — May employment in Nevada increased by 5,900 jobs over the month and is up 55,200 over the year while the state’s unemployment rate at 4 percent, remained unchanged from April, and is down 0.6 percentage point compared to May 2018, according to figures released Wednesday by the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Diamondbacks’ Jake Lamb back in the fold with Reno Aces
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 06/09/2019 - 5:38pmArizona Diamondbacks infielder Jake Lamb is back in the baseball fold with the Triple-A Reno Aces.
Airports in Douglas, Washoe and Churchill among 10 in Nevada to get $21.8 million in FAA grants
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 1:01pmMinden-Tahoe, Reno Tahoe International, Reno Stead, and Fallon Municipal are among 10 Nevada airports awarded $21.8 million in Federal Aviation Administration infrastructure grants, federal officials announced Wednesday.
Carson City supervisors to discuss funding allocations, budget augments
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 1:36pmThe next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Thursday, June 6, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
To be discussed are funding, contract purchases, grants, special event costs, and more.
Motorist alert: NDOT to begin surface repaving of northern Carson City freeway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 10:40amCARSON CITY — Roadway shoulder closures began this week on certain Interstate 580 Carson City Freeway ramps as precursor to a major Nevada Department of Transportation project to resurface and enhance the interstate.
April jobs report shows healthy employment gains over year in Carson City, Reno and Vegas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 2:45pmStatewide jobs increased by 3.6 percent, a gain of 49,600 new jobs added since April of last year across the Silver State, according to an economic report released Tuesday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training Rehabilitation.
Nevada jobs up in April, unemployment lowest in 13 years
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/15/2019 - 11:52amCARSON CITY — Employment in Nevada increased by 2,800 jobs in April and is up 49,600 over the year. The state’s unemployment rate decreased over the month by 0.2 percent to 4 percent and is down half a percent compared to April 2018, according to figures released Wednesday from the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Addiction in Carson City: a mother’s story of heartbreak, and a daughter’s struggle for recovery
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/03/2019 - 7:40amMiranda grew up in Carson City, went to Carson High School, lived a normal childhood. She is the second oldest of four siblings, and grew up with loving parents. But her life changed forever when she became addicted to drugs.
Her mother, Kristi, has been fighting to keep her daughter alive since then, facing numerous near-death scares.
Nevada job growth continues, unemployment down in Carson City, statewide
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 10:54amCARSON CITY — Jobs in the capital city increased by 3.3 percent over the year, while Reno continues to experience the best rate of growth at 5.8 percent, according to figures released Tuesday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
'Protect Our Species' is Nevada's 2019 Earth Day Campaign
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/19/2019 - 10:12amNature’s gifts to our planet are the millions of plant and animal species that we know and love, and many more that remain to be discovered. In recognition of this year’s official Earth Day theme, “Protect our Species,” the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (NDCNR) is helping to educate communities about the many wonders of Nevada’s native species, and strategies underway to help advance biodiversity and foster thriving ecosystems.
Maintenance and more: Carson City area road report for week of April 15-21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 3:26amHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of April 15-21, 2019. Road closures are expected at the following locations due to road maintenance and utility work:
Several upcoming Road Closures throughout the valleys this week for Bridge Inspections
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/12/2019 - 12:20pmSingle lane closures will take place this coming week in Carson City and Carson Valley for Nevada Department of Transportation routine ridge inspections.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, April 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 11:43pmHere we are, entering the end of the work week. We welcome Friday, April 12, 2019 with a forecast calling for mostly sunny skies with a daytime high in the low to mid 50s. Not bad. The weekend is shaping up nicely with sunshine and a warming trend. There's plenty on tap today and tonight around town. Enjoy.
Events around Carson City on Thursday, April 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 9:28pmHeaded into Thursday, April 11, 2019 we welcome Carson City to another day where weather forecasters say there's a chance of rain and maybe even a few snow showers mixed in. Beyond the weather we're looking at a blockbuster day and night filled will activities throughout town. From library presentations, a TV show casting call at the Carson Nugget, an afternoon hike, to a train history presentation, a book signing at the Brewery Arts Center, a CHS theater performance and the Carson City movie screening premier of "The Mustang" filmed at the historic Nevada State Prison, there's something for everyone. Enjoy!
Lyon County commission denies permit for exotic animal preservation center in Mason Valley
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 12:53pmYERINGTON — The Lyon County Planning Commission on Tuesday unanimously rejected a use permit proposal for an exotic animal rescue facility in the Mason Valley area after it had learned of litigation underway from the non-profit organization's current facility in Oregon.
What's happening around Carson City for Thursday, April 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/04/2019 - 7:45amGood morning Carson City. It is Thursday, April 4, 2019. As matters at the legislature continue, we are winding up for another weekend full of activities, including the downtown wine walk and a bevy of shows at the Brewery Arts Center. We may see some showers today, Friday and early Saturday, typical for the early days of spring. Stay tuned.
Nevada exceeds 2018 performance employment measures for assisting dislocated workers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 5:14pmNevada exceeded all its mandated performance measures for the 2nd quarter of 2018 in efforts to hire and train dislocated adults and youth as part of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, according to a report released Monday by the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Reno sees February job gains, down some in Carson City and Vegas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/26/2019 - 2:49pmCARSON CITY — The Silver State experienced the fastest rate of job growth in the nation at 3.5 percent from February 2018 to February of this year, according to a report released Tuesday by the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
'The Mustang,' filmed in Carson City, coming to Galaxy Fandango April 11
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 03/26/2019 - 11:14amA new movie that was filmed at the historic state prison in Carson City “The Mustang” starring veteran actor Bruce Dern and Matthias Schoenaerts, known for the Academy Award winning film “The Danish Girl” and Jennifer Lawrence’s “Red Sparrow,” will premiere in Carson City on April 11 at the Galaxy Fandango Theaters with the first showing at 7 p.m.
I-580 lane reductions Tuesday in Washoe Valley
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/26/2019 - 7:52amCARSON CITY — Traffic lanes will be reduced Tuesday on Interstate 580 in Washoe Valley for routine inspection of the Bellevue Road bridge over the interstate.