Christmas tree cutting permits available for Pine Nuts, nearby Carson City BLM District mountains

Heavy equipment has begun clearing space on the old animal shelter property at 3770 Butti Way to make way for a new bus terminal, said Carson City Planning Division Assistant Planner Kathe Green.

When "Wheeled Food Wednesdays" arrives for its inaugural season on August 9, located at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City, local residents and workers will have some local food truck selections to decide on while getting to know their neighbors.

The world’s longest inland paddleboard race is on tap as part of the second annual “Tahoe Vista Paddlefest” September 8–10, 2017. It’s the finale of the Tahoe Cup Paddle Racing Series wrapped with family-focused events, music, and many more health and wellness activities at Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort in Tahoe Vista, Calif.

UPDATE FRIDAY: A total of 20 acres burned and fireworks are the cause, said Carson City Fire Chief Sean Slamon.
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UPDATE 6 p.m.: Crews are now mopping up the Greenhouse Fire, said CCFD Chief Sean Slamon.
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UPDATE 5:34PM: The fire is around 4 to 5 acres and is being doused by a helicopter and fire crews on scene. Forward progress of the fire has been stopped and the area was receiving rain. Carson City Fire Chief Sean Slamon noted firefighters are experience erratic wind behavior but that they also have the upper hand, with about 70 percent containment.

UPDATE 2:55PM: The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has identified the victims of Thursday morning's fatal skydiving accident that happened near the Minden-Tahoe Airport.

Entertainment. Stargazing. Silent auction. Dancing and so much more! All this to benefit local science and technology students pursuing their dreams. Attend the second annual Reach for the Stars Gala on Saturday, Aug. 12 at Western Nevada College in Carson City.

Firehouse Subs invites its patrons to help their local first responders beat the heat during its sixth annual H2O for Heroes bottled water collection drive this Saturday, August 5 at its Carson City sandwich shop.

The Nevada Division of Forestry has issued a Forest Pest Alert for the white satin moth. The non-native insect is causing medium to heavy defoliation in the North Canyon and Marlette Lake areas at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park.

There are some things that one never thinks they will see in their lifetime. I must admit, the Carson City Freeway was one of those things. But lo and behold, the new 580 extension opened its last leg to traffic yesterday. The hot summer temperatures continue, so seek indoor entertainment during the day and keep cool.

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With all the celebratory fanfare last month, Wednesday morning brought a much-anticipated and collective welcome refrain of "finally" for Carson City area motorists who have patiently waited for the last leg opening of the I-580 freeway.

A 28-year-old inmate at Carson City Jail was booked on a felony evading charge issued out of California, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

The man accused of firing shots into the home of Carson City Judge John Tatro, and later attempting to firebomb his residence, was sentenced to prison Tuesday following his conviction on felony weapons charges from 2011.

UPDATE from NDOT: Last leg of Carson City Freeway opens beginning at 10 am today. Be attentive. Anticipate changing traffic patterns.
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