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Nevadans take home 1,517 cats and dogs during Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days

More than 50 animal shelters and rescue groups participated in Nevada’s large free pet adoption event, Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days. It was organized by Maddie's Pet Project in Nevada, a three-year campaign aimed at helping more homeless cats and dogs find good homes and creating a safety net for pets by improving access to veterinary care in the Silver State.

Fort Churchill State Historic Park to celebrate All Hallows’ Eve

Event Date: 
October 19, 2019 - 1:00pm

SILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Enjoy an afternoon of old-fashioned Halloween fun at Fort Churchill State Historic Park. This family-friendly event will feature a variety of activities including harvest games on the museum lawn, a scavenger hunt around the fort ruins to earn treats, hay rides, and pumpkin carving and scarecrow building contests.

Central Lyon paramedics, Care Flight called to multi-vehicle crash in Silver Springs

UPDATE: All travel lanes are now open. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
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Central Lyon County fire and paramedics and the Nevada Highway Patrol responded Wednesday afternoon to a crash involving multiple vehicles in the area of US95-A and Ninth Street in Silver Springs.

Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Sept. 25

Jamming into the midweek, events lined up for Wednesday, Sept. 25 around the capital city include a Carson City Chamber's Soup's On luncheon with a primer on blockchain. The Northern Nevada Development Authority will host its monthly Business Edge meeting at Casino Fandango with a focus on Nevada's energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives. Also happening: Fusion cooking classes at Healthy Communities Coalition’s Dayton headquarters, plus the Veterans Resource Group will make a visit to the Dayton Food Pantry. There's also a Wine and Moondance Chocolate Pairing at Expresso Yourself inside the Brewery Arts Center, plus art workshops and showings, Salsa dancing and more.

Lantern tours, coffee with a ranger featured in October at Fort Churchill State Historic Park

Event Date: 
October 11, 2019 (All day)
October 12, 2019 (All day)
October 13, 2019 (All day)

SILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Fort Churchill State Historic Park is offering a variety of ranger-led programs during the month of October. Programs highlight the area’s rich history and abundant natural resources.

Veterans Resource Groups Visit Food Pantries in Silver Springs, Dayton and Yerington

Veterans Resource Groups Visit Food Pantries
Event Date: 
September 25, 2019 - 12:00pm

Healthy Communities Coalition announces its new initative to host representatives from different veterans resource groups once a month at each of its volunteer-powered food pantries in Lyon County. TMCC Veterans Upward Bound shared information at the Yerington Food Pantry on September 18th. They will be on hand at the Dayton Food Pantry to share information on Wednesday, September 25 from noon to 4pm. They will also be at the Silver Stage Food Pantry to share information on Wednesday October 2 from 1pm-4pm.

Fusion Cooking Demos in Dayton September 25 and 26

Dayton Cooking Demos September 25 and 26
Event Date: 
September 26, 2019 - 10:00am

Dayton, Nev. – Stop by Healthy Communities Coalition’s headquarters at 209 Dayton Valley Road for free cooking demonstrations on September 25 and 26 anytime between 10am-2pm.

The public is warmly invited to learn more about Indian and Mexican fusion cuisine with Rupa, a passionate cooking instructor. She’ll demonstrate how to incorporate some of the ingredients at Healthy Communities’ Dayton Food Pantry into affordable and healthy dishes crackling with flavor.

Events and Happenings in Carson City for Saturday, Sept. 14

Good morning Carson City and happy Saturday! It’s going to get hot again today with a high of 93, but don’t worry, as we get out further into the week the weather will turn more autumnal with highs in the 70s. It could be the last hot day for a while, at least until a freak 90s+ hot day in November followed by a week long blizzard, so enjoy it while it’s here!

Today on the docket we have the farmers market, a Celtic fair at Dangberg Ranch, craft shows, and more! Check below to see the events throughout the weekend:

Saturday, September 14

Art festival, Celtic faire, awareness walks, bike rides and more: Carson City region prepares for jam-packed weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region packed with excitement over the next three days. Events include the Silver State Art Festival at Fuji Park, suicide awareness walks in Carson City, a Celtic faire at Dangberg Home Ranch, the ninth annual Edible Pedal bike ride at Bowers Mansion, train rides in Virginia City and much more!

Suicide Prevention and Awareness walks this Saturday in Carson City, Silver Springs

Event Date: 
September 14, 2019 - 9:00am

The 13th Annual “Walk in Memory, Walk for Hope” community suicide prevention awareness walk will take place this Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, in 10 different communities across the State of Nevada, including Carson City and Silver Springs.

Cross-country convoy of vintage military vehicles plans stop at Carson City museum

Event Date: 
September 12, 2019 - 10:00am

CARSON CITY — A convoy of vintage military vehicles, making its way cross country to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first U.S. Army Transcontinental Convoy from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, will make a pit stop for lunch at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City on Thursday, Sept. 12.

Suspect dead, Lyon County deputy suffers minor injuries in Silver Springs shooting

Lyon County Sheriff's Office reports an officer involved shooting incident Monday night in Silver Springs in which a suspect was shot and died at the scene of a domestic battery call and a deputy sustained minor injuries.

Lyon County man jailed in Fernley stabbing, victim in serious condition

A Silver Springs man is in custody and faces attempted murder and domestic battery with bodily harm charges following an incident Sunday in Fernley, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.

Persied Meteor Shower at Silver Springs

Nice meteor shower early Sunday morning in Silver Springs.

Carson City area weather: Strong thunderstorms experienced throughout region

The National Weather Service is tracking a series of strong thunderstorms throughout the region Thursday afternoon. Doppler radar shows thunderstorms developing north into Washoe County and south of US-50 and east of the Sierra and Tahoe Basin.

Weather Service: Thunderstorms developing throughout western Nevada

THURSDAY UPDATE: Low pressure approaching northeast California and western Nevada will bring another chance for showers and thunderstorms today, with a few showers or storms possibly lingering into Friday. Dry weather and below average temperatures are expected for the weekend with gusty winds Friday and Saturday.
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The National Weather Service in Reno says thunderstorms have begun to Wednesday afternoon, mainly near and east of US-395 and south of I-80.

NDOT hiring temporary winter highway maintenance workers

CARSON CITY — Even in the height of summer, the Nevada Department of Transportation is looking ahead and preparing to keep state roads clear when winter snow flies. NDOT is hiring temporary highway maintenance workers to help keep winter roads clear, including snow plow and anti-icing operations and assisting in highway emergency response, among other duties.

Central Lyon Fire, Southwest Gas respond after gas line severed in Silver Springs

A severed gas line forced the evacuation of a few businesses in Silver Springs on Wednesday afternoon, according to Lyon County dispatch. Central Lyon County Fire Protection District, Lyon County Sheriff's Office and Southwest Gas have responded.

Concerts, Taste of Downtown, Train Rides and more: Events for Saturday, July 20 in Carson City

Good morning Carson City and happy Saturday! We’ve got a full list of events happening today and tomorrow, including Taste of Downtown, concerts throughout the city, and more!

Take a look below to see what we’ve got going through the rest of the weekend.

Taste of Downtown, live music, history talks, BMX and more: Carson City region readies for jam-packed weekend

As we head into the final stretch of the week, events around the Carson City region are lined up for the next three days, including museum activities, outdoor concerts, a car cruise Friday at Carson Mall, athletic events, a Carson High School class of 1979 reunion, the Taste of Downtown on Saturday and much more.

Central Lyon County investigates Silver Springs fire involving structures, vehicles

UPDATE TUESDAY: Fire Chief Rich Harvey from Central Lyon Fire tells News 4-Fox 11 that six to ten out buildings, about a dozen cars and two homes were destroyed by the fire. The cause is under investigation.
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UPDATE 5:09PM: A Lyon County battalion chief said Red Cross will be notified that occupants from three separate residences have been displaced in what he described as "a significant event."
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UPDATE 4:59PM: Central Lyon County Fire reports forward progress of the fire was stopped at 4:55 p.m. The cause is under investigation. It is unknown at this time how many structures, vehicles and other property have burned.
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UPDATE 4:45PM: Lyon County has opened a shelter at the Silver Springs Community, Senior Center at 2945 Fort Churchill Road in Silver Springs.
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UPDATE 4:32PM: Central Lyon Fire and other agencies are fighting the wildland urban interface fire in Silver Springs. Resources from Yerington, Storey County, Lyon County Road Department and Carson City are responding. EMS is establishing a triage area, said Lyon County Manager Jeff Page. All people are advised to stay out of the area.
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Central Lyon County Fire Protection District responded Monday afternoon to a fire in the area of Truckee Drive, Esmeralda and Pueblo streets in Silver Springs that in which structures were fully involved in fire.

LBL Equine Rescue Mustang Trainer Challenge happens Saturday in Silver Springs

Event Date: 
July 20, 2019 - 10:00am

LBL Equine Rescue in Silver Springs, Nev., is excited to announce its first Trainer Challenge Judging Day, July 20 at 10 a.m. You will get to watch our trainers show off what they've done with our wild horses! All horses will be available for adoption, including other rescues.

Youth from around Nevada learn crafts, life skills at Tahoe summer camp

During a break at the Nevada Statewide Youth Summer Camp, Tyler Murray of Silver Springs tossed a football around a small circle of campers.

While he said he enjoyed the activities, he mostly appreciated the sense of connection he’s felt and the lessons learned about being vulnerable.

Movie in the Park, Farmers Market and more: events and happenings for Saturday, July 6

Good morning Carson City, and happy Saturday! It’s going to be another warm one with a high of 89 and a low of 52. On the docket today we have a free Movie in the Park in Silver City, the Saturday Farmer’s Market, the Carnival, train rides, and more! Check below to see what’s going on for the weekend.

Saturday, July 6

Backpack drive for Dayton area school students underway

Dayton Urgent Care is seeking community donations for its annual backpack and supply drive for this coming school year. We are collecting backpack and school supplies for grades K-12. We are also collecting hygiene products as well along with clothes, shoes and socks.

Carnival, wine tasting, live music and more: Carson City region lined up with 3 days of events

Heading into the Independence Day holiday weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to keep the next three days jam-packed with excitement.

Barbecue, music and fireworks: July 4 celebrations around Carson, Tahoe and Virginia City

Event Date: 
July 3, 2019 (All day)
July 4, 2019 (All day)
July 5, 2019 (All day)
July 6, 2019 (All day)
July 7, 2019 (All day)

The Fourth of July will be colored with parades, barbecues, carnivals, concerts and plenty of fireworks around Carson City, Carson Valley, Lake Tahoe and Virginia City.

Two-acre fire sweeps through 5 Silver Springs properties, 3 treated for smoke inhalation

UPDATE TUESDAY: Central Lyon County Fire responded Monday night to a structure fire at the Five Star Mobile Home Park in the 1300 block of 5th Street in Silver Springs. According to witnesses, the fire burned at least one mobile home. No injuries have been reported. The fire was knocked down at around 9:30 p.m. We will update as more information becomes available.
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Central Lyon Fire Protection District responded Sunday to an interface fire in Silver Springs where the fire spread to approximately 2 acres over 5 properties. The fire consumed two outbuildings, 1 structure and multiple vehicles.

Central Lyon County called to vehicle fire that started brush, structure fire near Silver Springs

Central Lyon County Fire was called Sunday afternoon to a fire in the area of Idaho street in Silver Springs. Carson City Fire Department was asked for a mutual assist to the vehicle fire that turned into a brush and structure fire.

Events around Carson City for Wednesday, June 26

With a windy cool down headed our way, activities around the Carson City area Wednesday, June 26 will make for a breezy good time. Looking at the day ahead there's a walk hosted by parks and recreation, kids events, Wheeled Food Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center, a free "rough cut" feature film screening at the Carson Nugget, Young Chautauquans at Dangberg Historic Park and more.

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