Wednesday
Northern Nevada Development Authority to host annual economic roundup
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/04/2020 - 3:02pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority will host its annual 5-county economic roundup on Wednesday, Nov. 18 via Zoom.
Carson City emergency crews respond to vehicle crash involving cyclist near Mills Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/04/2020 - 10:25amUPDATE 11:28AM: Both east and westbound traffic lanes on William Street are now open.
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UPDATE 11AM: The patient was flown by Care Flight to the trauma ward at Renown Medical Center. Their condition is unknown at this time. Carson City Sheriff's Office and NHP are investigating the crash. Motorists can expect delays.
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Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded Wednesday morning to a vehicle crash involving a bicycle rider in the area of William Street near Mills Park.
Biden narrowly leads Trump, but major Nevada races too close to call after Election Day
Submitted by admin on Wed, 11/04/2020 - 9:04amJoe Biden maintains the slimmest of leads in Nevada over President Donald Trump, while the other major congressional, statewide and local races significantly narrowed early Wednesday morning.
Teamwork shines as Carson Middle School students, staff do Wetlands Habitat cleanup
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/04/2020 - 8:16amMuseum curator, bat rescuer to discuss the flying mammal this Wednesday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/02/2020 - 3:20pmCARSON CITY — Nevada is home to 23 species of bats, some of which will be featured Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. in Carson City.
South Carson Street Project in wrap-up stage, fall roadwork around Carson City continues
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/01/2020 - 9:48amSouth Carson Street now has new sidewalks, fresh roadway, improved lighting, and landscaping, with more landscaping on the way. Construction crews will continue to wrap up on some miscellaneous work during November. More details on the ribbon cutting ceremony is forthcoming. See CarsonProud.com.
Local Ski Resorts will open for winter season despite COVID-19, new health and safety measures in place
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/30/2020 - 7:34amThe local ski resorts will be opening this upcoming winter season despite COVID-19, though there are safety measures in place.
Pence promises COVID vaccine is ‘weeks away,’ touts Trump’s economic chops during Reno stop
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 7:40pmVice President Mike Pence promised that a COVID-19 vaccine is “just a few weeks away” while rallying supporters in Reno on Thursday, making a likely final pitch to Nevada voters with the election just days away.
The campaign rally and nearly 45-minute speech was held at a private hangar near the Reno Tahoe International Airport is likely to be the last major top-of-the-ticket candidate appearance in Nevada for the 2020 presidential race.
Watch the Celebration of Life ceremony for Carson City mayor Robert 'Bob' Crowell via livestream today at 1 p.m.
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:53pmA Celebration of Life ceremony will get underway at 1 p.m. today, Thursday, for Carson City Mayor and native Nevadan Robert “Bob” Crowell.
The ceremony is not open to the public but it can be viewed via live stream at the following link here: Mayor Bob Crowell Celebration of Life Ceremony.
Quad County, Carson City COVID-19 Wednesday briefing: 40 new cases, 35 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/28/2020 - 6:17pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2020 that there are 40 new cases and 35 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,822, with 1,644 recoveries and 22 deaths; 156 cases remain active.
Nevada DPS appoints David Fogerson as Division of Emergency Management Administrator
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/28/2020 - 6:05pmCARSON CITY — Nevada Department of Public Safety Director George Togliatti has appointed David Fogerson as Administrator of the DPS, Division of Emergency Management. Fogerson’s appointment is effective Wednesday, October 28, 2020.
Carson City emergency crews respond to crash at College Parkway and Research Way
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/28/2020 - 1:13pmCarson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and the Nevada Highway Patrol responded Wednesday afternoon to a vehicle crash near the intersection of College Parkway and Research Way.
Governor to provide Nevada’s current COVID-19 situation update today at 3 p.m.
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/28/2020 - 10:43amNevada Gov. Steve Sisolak will hold a press conference at 3 p.m. Wednesday to provide an update on Nevada’s current COVID-19 situation. Gov. Sisolak will be joined by COVID-19 Response Director Caleb Cage and Julia Peek, Deputy Administrator in the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services.
September gaming revenue up slightly in Carson City area, soars 36 percent at south shore Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/28/2020 - 10:09amCelebration of Life for Carson City mayor Robert 'Bob' Crowell to be live-streamed due to COVID concerns
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/28/2020 - 7:57amUPDATE: On Wednesday, by executive order, Governor Steve Sisolak ordered the flags of the United States and the State of Nevada to be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol and State public buildings and grounds from sunrise until sunset on Thursday, October 29, 2020 as a mark of solemn respect and in remembrance of Carson City Mayor and native Nevadan Robert “Bob” Crowell, whose memorial is being held Thursday.
Public meeting for the Community Development Block Grant Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 3:52pmNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Carson City will conduct a public meeting on November 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. (All meetings will be online, please see directions below), in order to discuss possible applications for funding under the COIVD-19, CDBG-CV, State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) Program and to solicit citizen input on possible activities to be included in the application.
South Carson Street returns to 2-way traffic in time for Nevada Day, wrap up work continues
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/25/2020 - 1:22pmSouth Carson Street now has new sidewalks, fresh roadway, improved lighting, and landscaping, with more landscaping to come. The street is back to two-way traffic in time for Nevada Day.
SnowGlobe cancels 2020 South Lake Tahoe music festival
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/25/2020 - 12:52pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Organizers of SnowGlobe, the annual music festival held in South Lake Tahoe, have canceled their 10th annual event due to COVID concerns.
Christmas tree permits begin Nov. 2 on Carson, Bridgeport forest ranger districts, Nov. 16 in Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/25/2020 - 11:05amChristmas tree permits for National Forest System lands on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest’s Bridgeport and Carson Ranger Districts will be available for purchase online through Recreation.gov, as well as in-person at multiple locations, beginning Monday, Nov. 2.
Cold front brings sharp temperature drop to Carson City region, gusty winds at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/25/2020 - 9:52amWhile some areas of western Nevada have experienced freezing morning lows already, a strong Arctic cold front that will sweep over the Carson City and Sierra region now through Tuesday is expected to be a noticeable and chilly one indeed.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile to provide affordable kids dental care at Carson City schools
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/25/2020 - 6:30amThe Ronald McDonald Care Mobile in partnership with Nevada Health Centers and Ronald McDonald House Charities, will offer oral healthcare to child (up to age 21) and also to pregnant women at three locations in Carson City this week.
Carson City School Board to hear class return report, bond resolution and more Tuesday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/24/2020 - 11:15amThe next Carson City School Board meeting will be held Tuesday, Oct. 27 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Among the items for discussion are a report on return to school measures, a possible bond resolution, activities and summer projects.
Road Closure Announcement for Douglas County: Riverview Road
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/23/2020 - 10:55amThe Road Department will be closing eastbound Riverview Road next Wednesday and Thursday to do annual crack sealing.
Traffic coming westbound from US 395 will still be able to pass through the work zone.
Carson City arrests: Woman jailed for alleged battery after drinking six pack, fighting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/22/2020 - 9:27amA 37-year-old Carson City woman was arrested late Wednesday for misdemeanor suspicion of battery in an incident at an apartment complex, according to a sheriff's office booking report.
Carson City, Quad area COVID-19 Wednesday briefing: 21 new cases and 24 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 6:15pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Wednesday that there are 21 new cases and 24 additional recoveries in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,667, with 1,468 recoveries and 21 deaths; 178 cases remain active.
Early voting in Carson City Week 1: Mail-in, in-person totals and the process at Community Center explained
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 3:24pmThe nation is on track for a record-breaking voter turnout, and Nevada is following suit. During the 2016 election, Week 1 of Early Voting returned 8,527 ballots in Carson City, 6,972 in Lyon County, and 7,320 in Douglas County.
Carson City deputies make arrests for drug, indecent exposure and theft offenses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 2:47pmA 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Wednesday for suspicion of possession of a controlled substance and two misdemeanor offenses, a sheriff's office booking report states.
State adds $20 million fund infusion, adjusts timeline for Nevada small business grant program
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 1:51pmCARSON CITY — Gov. Steve Sisolak, the Nevada State Treasurer’s Office and the Governor’s Office of Economic of Development announced Wednesday an additional infusion of $20 million in to the Pandemic Emergency Technical Support (PETS) grant program, which opened for applicants on Monday.
Emergency crews respond to south Carson City for bicycle crash
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 1:31pmCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded Wednesday afternoon to a bicycle crash north of Topsy Lane.
Carson City emergency crews respond to crash at South Carson near Eagle Station
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 9:46amCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Wednesday morning to the area of South Carson Street near Eagle Station Lane for a two-vehicle crash with injuries.