Carson City health department no longer testing for COVID-19; could change if cases spike

Carson City – Earlier in December on a snowy Tuesday night in Carson City, the band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy band rocked an enthusiastic audience of 450 people in Casino Fandango’s new grand ballroom and conference center. The concert was the result of a partnership between the nonprofit Brewery Arts Center (BAC) and the Casino Fandango and Convention Center in Carson City, and organizers are planning another show in March of 2019.

Join us for free hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet at the back of Centennial park, north end, across from the ballfields on Heritage Way. We will be on the new "Wild Horse Trail."

Carson City, Nev. - The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) Capitol Police Division partnered with Toys For Tots for the annual toy donation event held at the Capitol.

Toys collected from state-agency sponsored locations and a check from the Nevada State Law Enforcement Officers' Association (NSLEOA) were presented to the Carson City Toys For Tots organization, Santa Claus, and the U.S. Marine Corp on Thursday, December 13.

So much media attention is given to shopping this time of year, and area small business advocates have been encouraging folks to shop locally during the holiday season.

But don't stop there.

Tucked inconspicuously into the iStorage business park off U.S. Highway 50 East in Carson City is the Northern Nevada Dream Center, a local non-profit known for helping meet the essential needs of low income individuals.

The Carson City Library is hosting a workshop to upcycle discarded books into original gift bags on Wednesday, Dec. 19 for local teenagers.

All instructions and supplies will be provided; you only have to register to be a part of the workshop!

"Browse through colorful picture books for inspiration, or use text-rich books to create a work of art that doubles as a gift bag," said a spokesperson for the library.

From November 18, 2018 through December 2, 2018, law enforcement officers throughout the state participated in the Joining Forces program.

While Nevada law enforcement continues to conduct traffic stops on a daily basis for a multitude of violations, the focus of those two weeks was “Click-It-Or-Ticket” seatbelt enforcement.

For the 15th year in a row, community heroes will join together with Walmart, Santa Claus, and a group of holiday cheer-filled volunteers to fulfill local children's Christmas wish lists.

Deer are more visible in Carson City this time of year, but it's not because Santa Claus is coming to town exactly one week from now.

Governor-elect Sisolak and the First Lady are honored to announce a statewide art competition for students from kindergarten through 5th grade.

“For me, home means Nevada because it’s where I’ve raised my two incredible daughters," said Governor-elect Steve Sisolak. "This year, I’ve been fortunate enough to meet Nevadans across the state, and learn why home means Nevada to them. Now, it’s your turn. Whether it’s your family and neighbors, your school and friends, Nevada’s great outdoors, or anything in between — show off your creativity and why home means Nevada to you!”

RENO, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — The Washoe County Health District is reporting the first flu-related death of the 2018/19 flu season in Washoe County.

According to the health district, the victim was over 65 years old and at risk for flu-related complications due to underlying medical conditions in addition to their advanced age.

It does not appear that the individual had been vaccinated this year for the flu.

Dayton's local Bunko Group aptly named "The Dicey Dames" has a holiday tradition that embodies the spirit of giving during the cold months.

One day only to catch this holiday event.

For the first time, the Brewery Arts Center partners with TheatreWorks of Northern Nevada to bring you A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS.

This classic animated special will come to life in this faithful stage adaptation, in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts Gang discover the true meaning of Christmas.

When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas Season, Lucy suggests that he become the director of the school Christmas pageant.

CARSON CITY, Nev. – A routine review process by the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium identified a question where student performance didn’t appear in line with expectation. A deeper analysis by the Smarter Balanced staff resulted in the removal of the question from 8th grade math. The result is all students that answered the question saw their performance increase. Moreover there was no material change to any school ratings.