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Carson Chamber kicks off National Cyber Security Awareness Month

Event Date: 
October 2, 2017 - 9:00am

This Monday, Oct. 2 the Nevada Office of the Attorney General will be conducting an informational session at the Carson City Chamber of Commerce to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and to present the tools and resources needed to stay safe online.

DACA information meeting Thursday at St. Peters Episcopal Church

Event Date: 
September 28, 2017 - 6:00pm

Attention Carson City and Rural Nevada: In collaboration with immigration attorney, Cristina M. Hughes, Esq we will be holding a free DACA Renewal and immigration information class on Thursday, September 28 at 6 pm.

The class will be at St. Peters Episcopal Church, 314 North Division Street and runs until 8 p.m.

South Lake Tahoe man found guilty of threatening judges, police officers, public officials

The man who has led anti-South Lake Tahoe Police, El Dorado County Sheriff, District Attorney and Judge campaigns was found guilty on Monday in Sacramento Superior Court on eight felony charges.

Carson City caretaker pleads guilty of first degree murder in March death of toddler

Caretaker Eric Anthony Buhl pled guilty Tuesday in Carson City District Court of first degree murder in the death of 2-year-old Coanuyana Hernandez. Sentencing will be on Jan. 17, 2018.

Governor to convene opioid task force Monday in Carson City to address drug abuse

Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval announced Wednesday that he will convene the Governor’s Opioid State Action Accountability Taskforce this Monday, Sept. 25, 2017.

Carson City Attorney Ryan Russell to Run for Justice of the Peace

Carson City attorney Ryan Russell announced his candidacy Friday for Carson City Justice of the Peace, Municipal Court Judge Department 2, hoping to replace the highly respected Judge John Tatro, who is retiring.

Lyon County jury rules man guilty in 2016 murder of Dayton woman

A 56-year-old man was found guilty of first degree murder with use of a deadly weapon and destruction of evidence in the April 2016 murder of a Dayton woman.

John Bullis: Non Tax Estate Planning

Of course Estate Planning is done to minimize taxes and be sure the financial matters are done as desired. However, the planning for other than taxes is very important. Designating the best Trustee or Executor and possible successors is not easy, but extremely important to being sure the administration goes smoothly.

Carson City caregiver accused of killing 2-year-old expected to plead guilty

The man accused of murder in the March death of a 2-year-old girl waived his preliminary hearing Monday in Carson City Justice Court with the expectation at the time of his arraignment later this month that he will enter a guilty plea to the charge of first degree murder.

Key Facts About DACA

Democrats, statist liberals, other leftists and their media echo chamber were in full-throated “sky is falling” mode over the Labor Day weekend about the supposed imminent repeal of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program by President Trump.

First, note this. When you govern with a “pen and a phone”, as former President Obama so famously did when he could not get what he wanted from Congress, a DACA repeal by order of the next president is a potential result. Governing by executive order works only when the next president is going to follow your lead.

Nevada governor announces Kathryn Reynolds as new General Counsel

CARSON CITY — Governor Brian Sandoval announced Wednesday the hiring of Kathryn Reynolds as General Counsel, which has been effective as of August 28, 2017.

Reynolds will fill the vacancy created with the departure of Daniel Stewart in early August. She will serve as Counsel to the Governor and act as a primary liaison between the Governor’s office and several cabinet agencies, boards and commissions.

Nevada leaders speak out as Trump administration to phase out protections for young immigrants

A program that has shielded more than 13,000 young immigrants in Nevada from deportation will be phased out, U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced on Tuesday.

Nevada, 31 other states reach settlement with tech company

Carson City – Today, Nevada Attorney General Adam Paul Laxalt, along with 31 other states, announced a $3.5 million settlement with technology ...

Women in Politics: Carson City Republican Women's Meeting Sept. 19

Event Date: 
September 19, 2017 - 11:00am

The Carson City Republican Women's Club will hold its September meeting on Tuesday, the 19th at the Carson City Nugget. Social time begins at 11:00 a.m. and the meeting is called to order and lunch served at 11:30 a.m.

Adam Laxalt's Basque Fry: '2018 is a huge year for all of us'

The blazing temperatures didn’t deter the crowd of people donning clothing and trucker caps in support of President Donald Trump from attending Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt’s third annual Basque Fry on Saturday.

Vice President Pence, Sen. Ted Cruz cancel Saturday's Basque Fry due to Hurricane Harvey

With Hurricane Harvey to make landfall along the Texas coast Friday night and Saturday morning, Vice President Pence and Sen. Ted Cruz have canceled Saturday's Basque Fry in Gardnerville.

Nevada governor names athletic, tourism commission appointments

Gov. Brian Sandoval on Friday announced the appointment of Sandra Douglass Morgan to the Nevada Athletic Commission and also named Brian Krolicki and Bob Cashell to the Nevada Commission on Tourism.

Man who stalked Carson City judge sentenced to prison on weapon charges

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.

I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: July 29 - 30

Event Date: 
July 29, 2017 (All day)
July 30, 2017 (All day)

A sunny summer weekend has arrived and it brings numerous fun ways to seize the day. You can always head out hiking or spend the day at the pool, but the Carson City Fair is just here until Sunday. Farm animals, great exhibits, live entertainment, a carnival, and a bull-riding rodeo can be found at Fuji Park. Park your car at the Super Walmart on Topsy and you’ll be treated to a free shuttle. Go a little bit country at the Brewery Arts Center tonight; they are bringing back the Southern Drawl Band to the Minnesota Street Stage for this week’s free concert.

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By Gas, Rope, Bullet or Poison: Patty Cafferata to Speak at Dangberg Historic Park

Event Date: 
July 29, 2017 - 10:00am

Historian Patty Cafferata will present “By Gas, Rope, Bullet or Poison: A History of Capital Punishment in Nevada” on Saturday, July 29, at 10:00 am at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.

No Plea Bargain: Carson City DA announces 'zero tolerance' policy for pot sales to minors

A “zero tolerance" policy for prosecuting marijuana sales to youth in Carson City was announced Wednesday by District Attorney Jason Woodbury.

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence to headline Basque Fry at Corley Ranch in Gardnerville

The third annual Morning in Nevada PAC Basque Fry at Corley Ranch in Gardnerville will be headlined this year by U.S. Vice President Mike Pence, Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt announced Friday.

Public safety agencies to hold 'active shooter' drill tonight at Carson City Capitol Complex

Today, Wednesday from 5 to 10 p.m., the Capitol Complex grounds and associated buildings in Carson City will be closed to the public for first responder agencies to participate in a full scale “active shooter” drill.

Judicial District Court stop in Carson City to discuss senior, disabled guardianship reform

Event Date: 
July 17, 2017 - 9:00am

Judge Frances Doherty of the Second Judicial District Court, together with a group of committed partners, will travel across Northern Nevada July 17-20 for a series of outreach events for supported decision-making as an alternative to guardianship for seniors and adults with disabilities.

Carson City District Attorney Report: Deputy Howell acted 'justifiably' in 2015 fatal shooting

Carson City District Attorney Jason Woodbury announced Monday that a sheriff’s deputy acted in self-defense in the 2015 shooting of a domestic violence suspect. Deputy Carl Howell and Jonathon Pope were both killed when they exchanged gunfire at Pope’s residence in Carson City in the early morning hours of August 15, 2015.

De Castroverde Law Group opens Reno office

Upon graduation, he worked as a deputy attorney general in Carson City, and then in 1991, founded the Law Office of Waldo De Castroverde, one of ...

Energy Secretary clarifies comments after suggesting nuclear waste storage at Nevada National Security Site

UPDATE WEDNESDAY: Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval issued the following statement Wednesday in response to United States Secretary of Energy Rick Perry’s opening remarks in front of the Senate Energy & Water Subcommittee.

Carson City first responders alerted to dangers of fentanyl and butane hash oil

The health, and even lives, of first responders are at threat when they enter a home where drugs are being cut with dangerous synthetics.

Sheriff's log: Arrests made for drugs, intimidation of public officer, sex offender registration

A 39-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday, 3:45 p.m. in the 600 block of West King Street for suspicion of six felony prescription drug charges and two misdemeanor charges of violation of bail conditions, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Man accused of threatening Carson City judge found guilty on separate 2011 weapons charges

The man accused of sending a Carson City judge threatening messages, shooting at and attempting to fire bomb his home, was convicted by jury Thursday in Carson City District Court of two felony weapons charges from 2011, said Carson City District Attorney Jason Woodbury.

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