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The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Flood Warning for the mainstem of the Walker River above Weber Reservoir. Flows along this portion of the river are expected to slowly rise this week and into the weekend in response to rapid snowmelt in the headwaters.

The budget for the Community Support Services Grant was finalized at the most recent Carson City Board of Supervisor’s meeting, which allocated nearly $400,000 of grant funding for various programs helping our local communities such as helping homebound seniors, dental care for local youth, emergency shelter for domestic violence victims and more.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office is expanding its Volunteers in Partnership program and is looking for local residents to assist and participate. Also known as VIPS, the sheriff's office is looking for volunteers to assist in citizen patrol, administrative support, front counter reception, and the jail visitation program.

The Sheriff's Office is also looking for a volunteer ordained minister with a confirmation letter from a parish to assist in chaplain duties.

In an era where longevity on a job might be five years — or in the case of Millennials — two years, it’s uncommon to find employees sticking with a private-sector job for over 36 years. You might expect longevity in the public sector because of the retirement carrot, but in the private industry, job hopping is the norm.

Soroptimist International is a global non-profit organization working to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. Soroptimist International of Pinenut Valleys has a Program Meeting scheduled for:

June 19, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
Carson Valley Country Club
1029 Riverview Drive
Gardnerville, NV 89460

When families come to the Ron Wood Family Resource Center in Carson City, they are typically in desperate conditions.

“We see 80 percent of our clients in the last couple of weeks of the month,” explained Joyce Buckingham, executive director. “They have reached the end of their SNAP benefits or their social security or other benefits.”

Stacey Giomi is a long-time Carson City resident, and the newest member on the Board of Supervisors after being voted into the vacancy left by Karen Abowd. Giomi spent 30 plus years as a firefighter for our community before retiring as Fire Chief. During this series of Five Questions, Giomi discusses his time as fire chief, issues facing Carson City, and what he plans to accomplish during his time on the Board of Supervisors.

Hot weather expected through Wednesday will trigger the return to rapid melting of high elevation snowpack, that will produce increased flows in the higher elevation tributary streams and swift, cold flows for rivers and streams in the lower valleys by midweek from Lake Tahoe south through Mono County, according to the National Weather Service.

Carson City Kiwanis moved its weekly meeting to The Martin Hotel. The decision to move was not a difficult one as The Martin Inn has an excellent meeting facility located in the back of its restaurant.

Carson City Kiwanis members are excited about the move as the room is large enough to grow, invite guests, and be able to stay in downtown Carson City. As Carson City Kiwanis celebrates its 60-year anniversary, it looks to continue to be a great service club in this great community.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for West Walker River from north of Sonora Junction in Mono County to southern Mason Valley in Lyon County from Tuesday evening June 11, 2019, until the threat has passed.

UPDATE 2PM: The Prison Hill fire has been knocked down. Firefighters are now mopping up. The cause is under investigation.
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UPDATE 1:23PM: Multiple fire crews are on scene working the Prison Hill Fire in southeast Carson City. From the command center it appears the smoke is not as heavy as it was earlier. No word yet on size or containment. The cause is under investigation.
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UPDATE 1PM: A U.S. Forest Service brush unit has also been requested and a helicopter from Minden has also arrived. No word yet as to containment or if any structures are threatened.
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UPDATE 12:39PM: At least five brush units from Carson City have been called as well as a brush unit from East Fork Fire Protection District, a brush unit from Central Lyon County Fire and a helicopter. The fire continues to put up a dense amount of smoke.
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Carson City Fire Department was called early Sunday afternoon to a brush fire in the Prison Hill area in southeast Carson City.

Minden, NV- The precautionary “Boil Water Notice” issued to the EAST VALLEY WATER SYSTEM, SKYLINE SERVICE AREA on 06/03/2019 is hereby rescinded. All required bacteriological sample test results indicate the water supply is safe for normal use.

We appreciate your patience through this precautionary notice. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Douglas County Public Works Department: 775-782-9989.

Saturday, June 22 | 8:30 am - noon
Location: Baldwin Beach, South Tahoe

Volunteers of all ages and skill levels are invited to this fun, hands-on restoration day. Participants will build fencing to protect the threatened native Tahoe Yellow Cress and survey for aquatic invasive species.

Hello Carson City as we head into Thursday, June 6, 2019. Activities, art and entertainment abound as we get closer to the weekend. There's the kickoff of two main events, the Nevada State Fair at Mills Park and the Spring Street Vibrations at Battle Born Harley-Davidson. There's also a morning hike, art showings, an end of school year celebration with live music at Living the Good Life, and the Thursday night Cruise that begins at Vino's Pizza. Read on for more.

UPDATE 518PM: The fire burning south of Dayton is on BLM property. Readers say the fire appears to be growing and wind may be fueling it. We will update as information is made available from the BLM. Here's the latest messaging from Central Lyon County Fire:

The Old West Trio returns to the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park this coming week in an evening concert, while two local musicians are featured at the park’s upcoming Neighbor Fair, an event highlighting Carson Valley’s non-profit organizations.

Fifth-grade students at Empire Elementary School in Carson City learned about the decline in monarch butterflies due to development and use of pesticides. Through their studies of the impact on milkweed and nectar sources, which are a vital part of the monarch habitat, the students wanted to help with conservation efforts.

Heading into the midweek and the last day of school in Carson City, we wish to put out a hearty, warm thank you to the staff and teachers out there for a tremendous school year. Onward and upward. Here's what's happening Wednesday, June 5, 2019 around the capital city.

CARSON CITY — The big guns of the battleship USS Nevada (BB-36) boomed 75 years ago on Thursday — the flagship of the D-Day invasion which turned the tide of World War II in favor of the Allies.

The 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.

Hello Carson City as we welcome Tuesday, June 4, 2019. Events and activities abound, from yoga, walks and a bike ride, to art showings and a jewelry making class. There's an exquisite paella and olive oil show at Bleu Café featuring world renown chef Don Pepe, and a viewing of the classic film "High Noon" with the legendary Gary Cooper at the Brewery Arts Center. Be sure to take some time out of your busy day to enjoy the capital city's great indoor and outdoor activities. Here's what's happening.

NV Energy filed its legally required general rate case with the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada on Monday that requests a $5 million decrease in revenue requirement.

The Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, "New Crop 2019", by artists Mark Combs and Frances Melhop at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. CCAI will host an opening reception on Friday, June 7, 5 to 7 p.m. The artists will give a brief talk about their work at 5:30 p.m. The exhibition will be in the gallery from June 7 to Sept. 26, 2019.

We are pleased to have Rob Hooper as our featured speaker at the Carson City Republican Committee General Membership meeting in June.

Rob is the President and CEO of NNDA (Northern Nevada Development Authority). NNDA is the Connector, Navigator and Problem-solver between the Sierra Region’s business communities, government, and the many resources to support business growth.
Rob will discuss with the group:
• Economic Development…Nevada Style – an overview of Nevada’s unique statewide economic development system
• Nevada Economic Update – how things look statewide

Heading into the first Monday of June and the capital city couldn't look any brighter. Weather wise it will be a great day for a walk, hike or bike ride with mostly sunny skies and a high near 80. Around town there's art classes, a local talk with Carson City's mayor, dance classes and a workshop at Rustically Divine on getting organized around the home. Enjoy your day and the week ahead.

Parking at the Carson City Department of Motor Vehicles office will be noticeably impacted through the end of July as the second phase of a drainage and parking project begins Monday, June 3.

Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan is considering a clearer directive to the military about avoiding political situations. The goal would be to ensure there is less ambiguity about how the military should support VIP events and how service members should …

Good morning Carson City, and happy June! We have a ton of events going on today in our beloved capital city, with the June wine walk, the first day of the farmer’s market, a brew fest at Fuji park, and more! With a high of 75, it’s shaping up to finally start to feel like summer (knock on wood).

Earlier this month, the State Bar of Nevada announced the recipients of the 2019 Membership Awards. Among those selected was local Carson City attorney, Amber J. Handy.

Attorney Amber Handy received the 2019 Young Lawyer of the Year Award, which recognizes the professional and public service achievements of Nevada attorneys either under the age of 36 or those engaged in the practice of law for fewer than five years.