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Carson City hosts road funding workshop Saturday at community center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 4:24pmCarson City Public Works and the Transportation Division continues to explore financial options to fund local neighborhood road improvements and repairs throughout Carson City.
Emergency crews, Care Flight respond to multi-vehicle crash at SR-88 and Kimmerling in Gardnerville
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 3:49pmUPDATE 4:27PM: There are a total of four people who have been taken to the hospital. One person was flown by Care Flight and three others taken to the hospital via ground ambulance, according an East Fork Fire Battalion Chief. Four others were evaluated and did not require medical transport. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
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Emergency crews from East Fork Fire, Tahoe Douglas and Carson City have responded to a crash Tuesday afternoon involving three vehicles near the intersection of State Route 88 and Kimmerling Road in Douglas County.
Final defendant given 12 year prison sentence in Washoe County meth trafficking case
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 1:28pmRENO — The final defendant involved in a large methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy was sentenced Monday by United States Chief District Judge Miranda M. Du to 145 months in prison for his role in a large methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy.
Carson City Supervisors to discuss city events policy, Mills Park storm drain project
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 10:46amThe next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
Carson City sheriff's deputies make arrests for suspected DUI, drug possession
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 10:37amA 64-year-old man was arrested Monday for suspicion of DUI, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.
Sunny first days of spring around Carson City area; valley rain, mountain snow by weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 9:26amHeading into the first day of spring, sunny and warm conditions will continue around Carson City and surrounding counties through Thursday before changes come Friday and into the weekend, bringing periods of valley rain and mountain snow, according to the National Weather Service.
Carson City's Sonoma Park to be closed temporarily beginning March 25 for maintenance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 4:29pmSonoma Park in Carson City will be closed from March 25 to April 15 for seasonal maintenance and repairs. This closure will allow efforts to renovate the turf, address irrigation issues, and repair deficiencies related to the parks irrigation system to be made.
Carson High School's advanced creative writers publish literary magazine
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 2:50pmCarson High School’s Advanced Creative Writing Class published their 2024 issue of the Student Literary Magazine, “Bolt of Blue.” This year’s edition delves into the student-chosen theme of "Breaking Cycles."
Sierra Nevada Forums to discuss Carson City road funding at Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 12:08pmThe Sierra Nevada Forums in partnership with the American Association of University Women Capital (NV) Branch and the League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada will host “The Truth About Carson City Road Funding: Straight from the Horse’s Mouth” on April 9, 2024 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King Street in Carson City.
Carson City weekend arrests: Man booked for eluding, other offenses after vehicle pursuit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 10:45amA 23-year-old man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony eluding a police officer and other offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.
High-risk youth behavior to highlight Carson City Juvenile Services parent night Wednesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 9:04amThe best 'leading lines' picked by Carson City Photo Club judges in March competition
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 5:03pmWith "leading lines" as its theme, Carson City Photo Club members picked their best for the March 2024 monthly photo competition judging.
Lane, speed reductions on US-50 in Mound House, Dayton for concrete barrier rail repair begin Monday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 3:00pmLane closures will take place on U.S. 50 in Moundhouse and Dayton beginning March 18 as the Nevada Department of Transportation replaces concrete barrier rail in the median of the roadway.
Traffic stop in Carson City yields 119 grams of meth and fentanyl, 4 arrested
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 11:30amOn Saturday, March 16, 2024 Carson City Special Enforcement team conducted a traffic stop yielding 119 grams of narcotics.
Carson City area road report for week of March 18-24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 8:27amHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of March 18-24. Lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road/utility work:
1916 steam locomotive from Virginia City used in ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/16/2024 - 11:18amIf you watched the movie Killers of the Flower Moon, you might have recognized something from Virginia City. The Virginia and Truckee Railroad (V&T) provided a 1916 steam locomotive and three passenger cars for the film.
Annual Pinwheel Planting to occur April 5 at Nevada Legislature in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 3:04pmCommunity partners will plant pinwheels in the legislative lawn Friday, April 5 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. to symbolize every child’s right to a safe, healthy, and happy life, and to impress upon the community that child abuse and neglect are serious problems.
Crash reported at Saliman and 5th with injuries
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 11:22amAround 11 a.m. on Friday, was reported at the intersection of Saliman and 5th Streets.
Injuries were reported, but were not thought to be life-threatening.
Motorists should use caution while in the area.
Western Nevada College celebrates tenured appointments of Robert Ciminski, Nigel Harrison
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 8:42amWestern Nevada College’s tenure appointees for 2024 followed similar higher education and workplace journeys, and each has served their country.
Southwest Gas Corp. donates vehicle to Carson City Sheriff's Volunteer In Policing program
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 7:20amSouthwest Gas Corporation is pleased to announce its donation of a vehicle to the Carson City Sheriff's Office Volunteer In Policing program. This donation aims to support the valuable work carried out by the dedicated VIP volunteers in enhancing public safety and community engagement.
Gardnerville man, 19, dies in crash early Thursday on Jacks Valley Road
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 9:50amA 19-year-old Gardnerville man died early Thursday in a crash on Jacks Valley Road and Bavarian Drive in Douglas County.
Carson High School teacher honored as 2024 State Theatre Educator of the Year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 9:00amThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce Darby Beckwith, a dedicated theatre teacher at Carson High School, has been honored as the 2024 Nevada State Theatre Educator of the Year. The recognition was bestowed during the Nevada Thespians State Festival at Liberty High School in Henderson earlier this month.
Lyon County Sheriff: Trio booked in multi-state, stolen property investigation; $200K in property recovered
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 8:55amThe Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division served a search warrant at a Fernley residence Wednesday as part of an on-going investigation into the possession of stolen property.
Douglas School Board missteps in offer to interim superintendent, special meeting planned
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 6:44amIn a move that wasn't on the agenda, the Douglas County School Board voted Tuesday to offer Jeanne Dwyer the job she has been filling on an interim basis.
Lyon County Sheriff's Office: Fernley man arrested, accused of sex crimes against children
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/13/2024 - 4:13pmA Fernley man was arrested Wednesday for alleged sex crimes against children, including assault and child pornography, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.
Carson City School Board approves new sex education materials, hears budget update and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 03/13/2024 - 2:45pmThe Carson City School Board of Trustees met Tuesday and discussed new health and sex education materials, a budget update, reviewed textual updates and more.
Carson City arrests: Man booked for allegedly making terroristic threats
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/13/2024 - 12:08pmA 59-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of felony making threats concerning acts of terrorism, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.
Unemployment rate stays put statewide in January; 4.7 percent in Carson City and 4.4 percent in Reno
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/12/2024 - 5:30pmFounder of Carson City Adele’s, Paul Abowd, dies; leaves behind a legacy of fine cuisine, family and landmark restaurants
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 03/12/2024 - 2:04pmPaul Abowd, the founder of Carson City’s Adele’s restaurant, has died according to family.
Abowd, along with his wife Adele, purchased the historic building at the corner of John and Carson streets in 1977, which would become a landmark restaurant of Carson City for decades.
Visit Carson City seeks adventurers for Carson to Canada Quest with $5,000 prize
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 03/12/2024 - 12:13pmAre you an avid hiker? An adventure enthusiast? Or, like Forrest Gump, do you just enjoy traversing thousands of miles to clear your head?
Visit Carson City is offering $5,000 to an adventurer willing to complete the Carson City to Canada Quest, a 1,600 mile hike that begins in Carson City, connects to the Pacific Coast Trail by way of the Capitol to Tahoe Trail, and through to Canada.