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Heavy visitation during pandemic creates new worries for the Lake Tahoe basin
Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 4:48pmOften called the “jewel of the Sierra,” Lake Tahoe offered warm solace for Nevadans this summer amid the crushing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has pushed people outside in greater numbers as the virus spreads more easily in indoor spaces.
Evacuations lifted in Slink Fire south of Topaz, US 395 re-opens, Marine Corps assists
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 5:28amThe Slink Fire behavior moderated Tuesday at 11,000 acres and hard work by firefighters has increased the containment to 10 percent. All evacuations in the towns of Walker and Coleville have been lifted and Highway 395 is now open to traffic, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
Nevada program through WNC retrains laid-off workers in manufacturing careers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/01/2020 - 1:17pmNevadans who have been laid off due to the COVID-19 pandemic can be retrained at no cost in high-demand manufacturing careers via a new program made possible through a federal grant from Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Evacuations made in Coleville, Walker due to Slink Fire, US 395 closed at Topaz and Eastside lanes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 8:29pmThe Mono County Sheriff's Office issued an evacuation order Monday evening for Coleville and Walker due to the Slink Fire and has closed Highway 395 from Topaz Lane to Eastside Lane south of Topaz Lake.
NNDA and Visit Carson Valley partnership brings film locations to Douglas County and Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 11:56amNorthern Nevada Development Authority and Visit Carson Valley’s cooperative partnership to promote Carson Valley as a film location is not only creating awareness, it is driving results.
Drift smoke from California fires may ease across Carson, Reno and northern Nevada areas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 5:30amDrift smoke from California wildfires may begin to improve in some areas of western Nevada including the Reno and Carson City areas, according to forecasters with the National Weather Service.
Smoke from California fires continues to drift into areas of Northern Nevada, The latest high resolution smoke simulations would indicate some improvement Monday afternoon, with most areas seeing a general haze.
Slink Fire in Mono County spreads in 'all directions' with 5 percent containment
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 4:48amThe Slink Fire, located in the Slinkard Valley two miles west of Coleville, Calif.,, burned actively throughout Sunday’s operational shift, growing to 4,762 acres with 5 percent containment. The fire continues to exhibit extreme fire behavior due to dry fuel conditions, winds and topography alignment.
South Carson Street, Carson City area road report for week of August 31 to Sept. 6
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/30/2020 - 1:46pmHere is the South Carson Street Project and Carson City area road report for the week of August 31 through Sept. 6, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, go to CarsonProud.com.
Slink Fire south of Topaz grows to more than 2,200 acres
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/30/2020 - 6:54amUPDATE: A wildfilre that started Saturday night continues to burn southwest of Topaz Lake in Mono County on the Bridgeport Ranger District, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
Carson City announces 'Green Dining Deals,' free stainless steel straws with GreenUP!
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/29/2020 - 11:11amThe Green Dining District banner will be flying over Carson Street again, which means you can expect to find Green Dining deals at some of your favorite green restaurants.
For one week, customers who check-in to the Green Dining District on social media will receive a free stainless steel straw kit with their order.
Poker run, lacrosse, duck fundraiser and more highlight weekend activities around Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/27/2020 - 6:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The American Cancer Society is hosting a poker run Saturday at Mills Park, and a free lacrosse clinic for kids ages 6-12 will be held at John L. Harvey Field. The Nevada Humane Society is virtually hosting its annual “Adopt a Duck” fundraiser for interested participants. Combined with train rides and live music, there’s plenty of excitement going on over the weekend! Read on for more information.
NNDA, Adams Hub and Downtown Business Association launch Carson City promotion campaign
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/27/2020 - 2:25pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority, Adams Hub of Northern Nevada, and Carson City Downtown Business Association announced Thursday a joint promotion program focused on downtown Carson City businesses.
Carson City School District announces new principals and administrators
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/27/2020 - 7:55amFirst-day jitters are not just for students. The Carson City School District was pleased to announce the appointment of seven new principals and district administrators (alphabetically by school) for the 2020-2021 school year at its school board meeting Tuesday evening.
Drift smoke returns to northern Nevada, threat of thunderstorms prompts Red Flag warning
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/25/2020 - 2:46pmA Red Flag Warning in effect Tuesday for the northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe, Western Lyon and southern Lassen counties. Also, poor air quality has returned as winds have shifted, again bringing more drift smoke from California fires into the northern Nevada region.
Firefighters contain brush fire in Douglas County off of Leviathan Mine Road
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/24/2020 - 5:30pmUPDATE: 8:21PM: According to East Fork Fire, growth from the Meadow Mine Fire has dropped significantly. Per the scanner, two-thirds of the fire has been contained and units will be released to their stations throughout the night.
Firefighters respond to brush fire in Washoe Valley near Bowers Mansion
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/24/2020 - 7:39amUPDATE: The fire is under control, according to Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center.
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UPDATE 11:07AM: Fire crews on scene have kept the fire from spreading and a helicopter has been called into help fight the fire, according to KOLO. No structures are threatened.
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UPDATE 8:40AM: Resources are on scene of a single tree fire in Washoe Valley west of Bowers Mansion. The #BowersFire is a-quarter of an acre in brush and timber and was caused by lightning in the area, according to the U.S. Forest Service. No structures were threatened, fire officials said.
Carson City overnight road striping begins this week, South Carson Street Project continues
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 3:09pmHere is the South Carson Street Project and Carson City area road report for the week of August 24-30, 2020. Information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project can be found at CarsonProud.com.
Free Lacrosse clinic August 29 in Carson City is filling up, organizers urge participants to register
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 12:30pmThe free lacrosse clinic on August 29, 9 a.m. at the John L. Harvey Field located at Western Nevada College is filling up fast, so be sure to register! The High Sierra Lacrosse League and the Carson Capitols Lacrosse club are putting on this free event for boys and girls, ages 6-12.
Sierra Nevada Realtors elect 2021 Board of Directors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 11:05amFor Sierra Nevada Realtors, election season is over. The association, whose members serve rural Northern Nevada areas including Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville, Dayton and Fallon, recently held elections for its 2021 Board of Directors.
Smoke envelopes Carson City region, overnight thunderstorm threat prompts Red Flag warning
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 8:57amWith the threat of thunderstorms creating new fire starts, a Red Flag Warning has been issued Sunday evening into Monday morning by the National Weather Service for Carson City, the Lake Tahoe Basin and throughout the entire Northern Nevada region.
Carson City SDA Church a donation drop-off site for Thursday's Feed Nevada food drive
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 8:30amOur community needs you! The Carson City SDA Church is participating in the Feed Nevada and the Sierra Drive-Thru food drives this Thursday, August 27 from 9 a.m. to noon. Your food donation will be put to work right here in Carson City, helping families in need.
In Plain Sight Marketing welcomes three new members to Carson City team
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 6:05amCARSON CITY, Nev. — In Plain Sight Marketing LLC announces the addition of three new members to the Carson City based marketing and public relations agency. Sierra Davies, MBA, was added as a new an account manager, Pierce Baker as a public relations specialist and Elizabeth Pearson as a public relations coordinator.
Western Nevada College recognizes 93 students on summer dean’s list
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 12:17pmWestern Nevada College is proud to announce that 93 students have qualified for the 2020 Summer Dean’s List.
To earn this recognition during the summer session, students attained a grade point average of 3.50 or higher and completed six units of classes or more.
Fast moving thunderstorms develop around Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/17/2020 - 2:30pmScattered showers and fast moving thunderstorms have developed Monday afternoon around Carson City, Carson Valley in Douglas County and along some portions of the Sierra front.
Nevada State Bank hosting food drives to benefit Food Bank of Northern Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/17/2020 - 11:12amRENO – Two Nevada State Bank branches will host food drives to benefit the Food Bank of Northern Nevada’s “Feed NV and the Sierra” campaign, kicking off and supporting Hunger Action Month.
Central Lyon Fire responds to brush fires in Dayton area
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/16/2020 - 2:12pmUPDATE 4:24PM: Both fires have been knocked down, according to Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center.
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UPDATE 2:42PM: The fire on Como Mountain is around 1/10th of an acre in size with a slow rate of spread, according to Central Lyon County Fire. Firefighting efforts have been turned over to the Nevada Division of Forestry and the Bureau of Land Management.
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Central Lyon Fire crews responded Sunday afternoon to brush fires in the Dayton area and one possible in Stagecoach. One fire near the "D" hill behind Dayton High School was reportedly knocked down just after 2 p.m. and firefighters are continuing to work on a fire located on Como Mountain.
Dense smoke advisory goes up for Reno, Carson City and Carson Valley due to Loyalton Fire
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/16/2020 - 1:45pmUPDATE 4:50PM: A Dense Smoke Advisory issued by the National Weather Service for the greater Reno, Sparks, Virginia City and Carson Valley areas has been extended until 9 a.m. Monday morning. As of late Sunday afternoon, drift smoke was evident in Washoe Valley, Carson City as well as into Silver Springs and Dayton.
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The National Weather Service in Reno on Sunday issued a Dense Smoke Advisory for the valley areas of Reno into Carson City and Carson Valley due to the Loyalton Fire burning in the Tahoe National Forest in California.
Thunderstorm threat prompts Red Flag fire warning for Carson City, northern Nevada region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/16/2020 - 8:55amHot dry weather along with isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms ahead have prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Red Flag fire weather warning and a heat advisory for the Carson City area and throughout northern Nevada.
Reno's National Weather Service issues Fire Tornado warning for Loyalton area
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/15/2020 - 3:57pmCarson City deputies make drug, warrant arrests
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/15/2020 - 11:08amA 36-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 2500 block of Kit Sierra for parole and probation violation, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of paraphernalia.
According to the report, Lindsie Newman was arrested by Special Enforcement Team deputies after they learned that Newman, a parolee absconder, was staying at a residence on Kit Sierra Way.