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Three arrested Saturday during BLM march in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/26/2020 - 7:02pmThe demonstrators were arrested following an issue with protesters walking in the bike lane.
Questions for Maurice White Our Great Constitutionalist (opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/25/2020 - 12:05pmThere can be no doubt, the Founding Fathers were among the elite of a young nation. At the time many were exceptional and provocative intellectuals by the standard of their era. However brilliant as they were, the Founders were not motivated to be historically recast as secular saints.
Some people choose to run for public office because they feel slighted by their incumbent opponent of local government and seek to stick it to incumbency.
Carson City Sheriff's Office warns community of current Scams and Frauds
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/25/2020 - 9:50amThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office regularly receives complaints of scams and fraudulent activity.
This public nuisance and criminal empire provides a unique challenge.
Carson City detectives investigate human remains found along Flume Trail at Marlette Lake
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/22/2020 - 4:59pmThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office is investigating human remains that were discovered by bicycle riders Sunday at Marlette Lake.
School resource officer training brings deputies to Carson City from around Nevada, Arizona
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/22/2020 - 3:35pmThis week, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office hosted training of school-based officers provided by the National Association of School Resource Officers. The training is viewed as essential certifications for officers working within educational environments and critical to the success of the “triad” concept of policing in school programs.
Carson City sheriff's deputies make warrant, DUI arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/22/2020 - 8:49amA 22-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Tuesday for a misdemeanor failure to appear warrant, according to a sheriff's deputy booking report.
Forest Service extends closure of National Forests in California, including Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/15/2020 - 12:56pmDue to unprecedented and historic fire conditions throughout the state, the USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region on Tuesday extended the temporary Forest Closure Order of all 18 National Forests in California, which began last week.
Carson City Mayor Robert 'Bob' Crowell dies
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 09/12/2020 - 11:05amCarson City Mayor, attorney and Vietnam veteran Robert L. "Bob" Crowell died overnight. He was 74.
Robert L. "Bob" Crowell was a native Nevadan, born in the mining town of Tonopah and raised in Carson City. An attorney by profession, Bob was a Vietnam Veteran and retired Navy Captain. He was elected Mayor of Carson City in 2008 and assumed his duties as Mayor on January 5, 2009. He was re-elected in 2012 and 2016. Prior to being elected Mayor, Bob served 11 years on the Carson City School Board of Trustees.
Carson City Sheriff's Office requests public's help identifying suspect in stolen credit card case
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/11/2020 - 4:46pmThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division is asking for assistance in identifying an unknown suspect, alleged to have fraudulently used a stolen credit card.
Carson City Sheriff's Office reports 13 area sex offenders in noncompliance with registration
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/11/2020 - 3:55pmOn September 10th, 2020 the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division conducted a compliance check for sex offenders whom are required to register their current addresses with this Sheriff’s Office.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office hosts Tip-A-Cop event Friday to benefit Special Olympics Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/10/2020 - 10:24amThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will hold a Tip-A-Cop fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics Nevada this Friday, Sept. 11, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at CoCoMoes Qnique Eats in Gardnerville.
WNC hosts 9-11 events, Carson City and local church encourage visit to memorial at Mills Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/10/2020 - 10:00amCARSON CITY — It’s been nearly two decades since the Islamic terrorist group al-Qaeda sinisterly carried out the single deadliest human terrorist attack ever by crashing hijacked passenger airplanes into the World Trade Center and Pentagon.
The King of Carson, Carson City's beloved resident celebrity deer, has died
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 09/08/2020 - 1:27pmFor nearly 10 years the King of Carson, Carson City’s resident celebrity buck, has reigned supreme across the west side of Carson, collecting fans wherever he trod. But Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, we are sad to report the King has died.
Carson City sheriff's deputies arrest 3 for suspected gun-related assault offenses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/08/2020 - 10:55amThree were arrested Friday for suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and other alleged offenses following an incident involving a firearm that happened at a Woodside Drive residence and a shot fired into a sidewalk on South Curry Street, according to a Carson City sheriff's deputy booking report.
Sheriff Ken Furlong to address the Rotary Club of Carson City on Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/06/2020 - 11:04amSheriff Ken Furlong will be the guest speaker at The Rotary Club of Carson City’s lunchtime meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8. The public is invited to attend the event online via Zoom.
Douglas County Library Director speaks about BLM investigation, community response
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/05/2020 - 10:29amOn Tuesday, the Douglas County Library Board of Trustees authorized a $30,000 investigation into Library Director Amy Dodson following a meeting agenda item in which Dodson proposed the Board formally support Black Lives Matter (BLM).
Since the agenda was issued, Douglas County has appeared in national headlines regarding the ire of Sheriff Dan Coverley over the proposed statement of support. A subsequent “Black Lives Matter” protest and “Blue Lives Matter” counter-protest resulted in more national attention and as many as three police incident reports, to include alleged assaults that took place during the rally. No arrests have been made.
BLM protestors arrested, charged with negligent discharge of a firearm following Saturday’s rally in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/04/2020 - 7:33amOn Saturday, August 29th, at approximately 5:24 p.m., immediately following a Black Lives Matters demonstration in Carson City at the Nevada State Legislature Complex, Officers from the Legislative Police and Carson Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting that was later characterized as an accidental discharge of a weapon.
Legislative Officers immediately seized an AK-47 Assault Rifle and detained the suspect, a 22 year old Sparks man.There were no injuries reported and the suspect was described as cooperative at the scene.
Nevada Guard to remember 2011 IHOP shooting victims Sunday with run, memorial plaque
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/03/2020 - 2:57pmThe Nevada Guard is set to host its ninth annual memorial run/walk on Sunday, Sept. 6, to commemorate the victims of the International House of Pancakes shooting that occurred in 2011. The run/walk will start at what used to be the Carson City IHOP, 3883 S. Carson St., at 7 a.m. Sunday.
Carson City Sheriff's Office steps up DUI enforcement Labor Day weekend and beyond
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 8:48amThe Carson City Sheriffs Office is joining forces with other Nevada Law Enforcement Agencies to stop drunk drivers and drivers under the influence of drugs. Officers will be out in force from Sept. 3-13, 2020.
Accidental gun misfire at BLM rally reported in Carson City Saturday, no arrests made
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 08/30/2020 - 11:05amAccording to Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong, an accidental misfire of a rifle occurred today at around 5 p.m. in front of the Nevada State Legislature in Carson City following a Black Lives Matter rally.
Carson City Sheriff's Office requests public's help in locating bicycle bandit
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 5:17pmThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is requesting assistance with identifying a grand larceny suspect. The suspect cut a lock and stole a bicycle from Dotty’s on East William Street.
Speeders on Carson City Sheriff's Office's radar as part of school zone campaign
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 1:26pmOne-third of fatal crashes nationwide involve speeding, a statistic that is prompting local law enforcement to crack down on speeders in Nevada. The Carson City Sheriffs Office is joining forces to increase high-visibility patrols from August 22, through Sept. 2, 2020, for motorists exceeding the speed limit.
Sheriff's Office investigates bones found near park in south Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/18/2020 - 9:53amUPDATE 10:46AM: The bones discovered Monday evening in a south Carson City field near a park and housing development were determined to be the bones of cows, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.
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The Carson City Sheriff's Office is investigating bones that were discovered Monday evening near Schulz Ranch Park in south Carson City.
News Report: Meet-and-greet for Maurice White on August 12
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 5:04pmIn the pleasantly warm evening air under the trees this past Wednesday, Maurice White, candidate for Carson City supervisor for Ward 2, held a meet and greet at Glen Eagles Restaurant on North Carson Street, and talked to an attentive and respectful audience of about 35-40 people.
Honor Guard lays wreath for Carson City Sheriff's Deputy Carl Howell, killed in the line of duty
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 12:52pmThis morning, Honor Guard laid the wreath in honor of Deputy Carl Howell, EOW August 15, 2015.
Carl was a true law enforcement professional by every measure and a friend to everyone he ever came in contact with.
Douglas County: Three reports filed regarding BLM protest, no arrests made to date
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 08/11/2020 - 10:39amDouglas County issued an update and correction to their previous release, which stated that no reports had been filed regarding alleged assaults that occurred during the protest.
Carson City Sheriff's Office, Nevada law enforcement join forces to enforce pedestrian safety
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/11/2020 - 8:52amFrom August 10 through August 21, 2020, Carson City Sheriff's Office and law enforcement agencies statewide will be Joining Forces to heighten enforcement of the state’s pedestrian safety laws through the dedication of extra traffic patrol deputies.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office response to protests: No arrests, injuries or citations reported
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/09/2020 - 12:26pmMINDEN — The planned Black Lives Matter protest and counter protest began at the Douglas County Judicial and Law Enforcement Center located at 1038 Buckeye Road in Minden at 9 a.m. The Sheriff’s Office estimates the combined size of the groups was between 750 and 1,000 protestors.
“Dr.” Sisolak: racism is a public health crisis (opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/09/2020 - 8:03am“Dr.” Sisolak the good Democrat: racism is a public health crisis.
https://carsonnow.org/story/08/06/2020/nevada-governor-proclaims-racism-...
http://gov.nv.gov/News/Proclamations/2020/Racism,_as_a_Public_Health_Cri...
With this proclamation, the governor has perpetrated the most egregious insult of all Nevadans. He has also perpetrated the most egregious assault on fact, law and common sense.
Numerous assaults witnessed in Douglas County today during Black Lives Matter protests
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/08/2020 - 5:46pmA group of about thirty Black Lives Matter protesters from Gardnerville, Carson City and Lake Tahoe took to the streets of Douglas County today, where they were met with hundreds of heavily armed counter-protesters, some of whom were physically and verbally assaulting the mostly-teenaged protesters.