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A 41-year-old Gardnerville man was arrested Friday, 11:12 p.m. in the area of East William Street and Rand Avenue for a felony warrant alleging violation of bail conditions, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

It’s a winter wonderland out there, but it does come with unique perils. Please give yourself extra time to get where you’re going, the roads may be slick. The weekend is quickly approaching bringing fun events like the State Railroad Museum’s Santa Train, a special performance by Antsy McClain at the Brewery Arts Center, and the return of the drive-through Living Nativity at the United Methodist Church. If you’re itching for the chance to get your picture with Santa, head to Red’s Old 395 tonight. Stretch your vocal cords with karaoke at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar or at Living the Good Life.

A 24-year-old homeless man was arrested Tuesday in the Brunswick Canyon area for possession of drug paraphernalia and being in violation of alternative sentencing conditions.

Mark Salinas awoke in his new home recently to find a tree felled by high winds and eight deer roaming his yard. A typical autumn day in Carson City.

Today is the National Day of Giving, a day to think about the charities that help make our communities a better place. Choose your favorite non-profit and put them on your gift list; help them help others. Do yourself a favor and get one step ahead of flu season with the vaccination clinic at the Carson Library today. It’s a chilly day, but it’s always hot on the dance floor: country dance at Carson Lanes or swing dance at El Charro Avita will get your blood pumping.

A 34-year-old Dayton man was booked Tuesday at Carson City Jail for a felony burglary warrant issued the same day, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Game wardens are actively searching for information after it was discovered that eight mule deer were killed and left to waste over the course of three weeks in September in hunt unit 262 near Mount Charleston in southern Nevada.

The Nevada Department of Wildlife and Operation Game Thief are offering a $3,000 reward to help catch the person or persons responsible.

Meet in the area at Brunswick Canyon road and Deer Run Road. Bring water, a friend and/or friendly dogs. Walking sticks recommended.

Muscle Powered Easy Hike program are hikes of between 2 to 4 miles in length, often with some elevation gain (no more than 500') and can be on a paved path, smooth wide trail, or single track. The hikes will usually be of approximately 1 1/2 duration.

Wondering what to do with yourself? Take advantage of the mild weather with Muscle Powered’s easy hike along Sedge Road on the east end of town. The Salvation Army Bell Ringers will be hitting the streets soon; head over to their job fair today if you’d like to be one of them. Karaoke makes an appearance at Living the Good Life and at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar for those who need to sing. The Marine Corps League Silver State Detachment 630 is celebrating 241 years of the United States Marine Corp with a party at Westside Pour House. Keep reading for all of today’s happenings.

A 26-year-old man was arrested Monday afternoon for suspicion of battery on a police officer, a gross misdemeanor, and lesser charges of obstructing and possession of drug paraphernalia, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Happy Birthday Nevada. My favorite holiday has arrived, and with it a mountain of fun to be had. Normally my weekend list is sorted by chronological start time, but for this one I will be separating out the downtown parade related activities for your ease. Keep reading and have a safe and wonderful weekend.

Parade Day Fun Stuff in Downtown Carson City:

• BAWN Pancake Breakfast Buffet at Red’s Old 395 (6am-10am; $6/$3 kids)

Even though Carson City is awash with Nevada Day festivities, Halloween is just as important. Here is an updated list of all the reasons to throw on a costume Saturday through Monday in Carson City and the surrounding valleys. Remember, rain is expected on Friday and Sunday, so consider an umbrella if you don’t want your make-up to run!
Adults only parties are in italics.

Meet at Brunswick Canyon Road and Deer Run Road, one mile south of East Highway 50.

Muscle Powered Evening Conditioning Hikes Program:
Evening hikes of 4-6 miles in length with an elevation gain, sometimes over 500 feet and usually on single track trail. The evening hike will usually be 1 ½ hour duration or more.

Leader: Donna Inversin 775.315.6763 donnanv1@gmail.com

Daylight Savings Time ends this week, so hikes start 1/2 hour earlier until Spring. Meet at the end of Sedge Road off South Deer Run Road. Bring a friend and/or friendly dogs. Walking sticks recommended.

Muscle Powered Easy Hike program are hikes of between 2 to 4 miles in length, often with some elevation gain (no more than 500') and can be on a paved path, smooth wide trail, or single track. The hikes will usually be of approximately 1 1/2 duration.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Oct. 24-30, 2016. This is the final week of work on the Downtown Corridor Improvement Project along Carson Street. The following streets will be impacted:

— Carson Street will be one lane in each direction with lane shifts through the week during daytime hours.

— Sunday night through Wednesday night starting at 8 p.m., there will be lane shifts for final striping.

— At this time, all side streets should be open.

It’s that time of year again. The ghosts and ghouls come out of hiding and paint the town orange. Halloween isn’t just one night around here. Combined with the festivities of Nevada Day, you can be sure to enjoy at least a week’s worth of celebrating.

Here is a comprehensive list of fall festivals, Halloween parties, and fun for all. Items in italic are for those 21 and older only.

Saturday, Oct. 22:

The following arrests were made by Carson City Sheriff’s Office deputies from Saturday, Oct. 15 to Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2016:

Dear goodness, autumn is beautiful around here. The leaves changing, the snow dusting our mountains, and the air is crisp. Keep a jacket handy, and enjoy a jaunt up Voltaire Canyon. Help celebrate community services as new names get added to the memorial outside the Marv Teixeira Pavilion. The League of Women Voters and Sierra Nevada Forums are almost done with this election, but not before they bring you a discussion about four of our ballot questions: be at the BAC Performance Hall by 6pm to see what they have to say.

TUESDAY:

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Oct. 17-23, 2016. Work will continue on the Downtown Corridor improvement project on Carson Street. The following streets will be impacted:

— Carson Street will be closed between Musser and Fifth on Monday only.
— Fifth Street is open to east and westbound traffic, Musser Street is open to east and westbound traffic.
— Robinson will be closed at Carson Street, both east and west side for the week, Monday through Friday.
— Carson Street will be open north and southbound Tuesday through Friday.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Oct. 10-16, 2016. Work will continue on the Downtown Corridor improvement project on Carson Street. The following streets will be impacted:

Here's a photo of a 21 point mule deer spotted in downtown Carson City on Saturday. Ten points on the left and 11 on the right. Biggest deer I've seen since I've lived in Carson City.
I was really shocked to have seen such a big deer, but it was so beautiful and majestic I had to share.

Meet in the parking area about 1/3 mile south of East Highway 50 on Deer Run Road. This one will be level but on uneven ground. Closed toed shoes required and water. Hat and sunscreen recommended if hot and sunny.

Walks of 1 to 2 miles in length with none or negligible elevation gain, and frequently on paved or smooth paths. The walks will usually be of approximately 1 hours in duration.

Here's the Carson City area road report for the week of Sept. 26 through Oct. 2, 2016. Work will continue on the downtown corridor improvement project on Carson Street. The following streets will be impacted:

Madame Curry paid special tribute to the spirits Saturday night during the Mary Ann Bennett Memorial Ghost Walk through sections of Carson City’s historic west side neighborhood.

Historic Dayton is the place to be. The Annual Dayton Valley Days and Railroad Days features a chili cook-off, pet parade, pinewood derby race, and much more. Join CASI at Riverview Park for the annual 5K9 walk/run and don’t forget to bring your pooch. The Edible Pedal is one of the most delicious bike rides around with 100, 50, or 10 mile courses. It’s your last chance to catch the Reno Air Races or The Way it Was Rodeo in Virginia City. Keep reading, more Sunday fun awaits.

SUNDAY:

Authorities arrested a Reno man and a Carson City woman Friday for felony suspicion of drug trafficking and possession after packaging and drugs were recovered during a search, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Whoa doggy, what a weekend. Dayton Valley Days, the Steampunk Ball and Parade in Virginia City, and the Western Heritage Festival at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park are just the tip of the iceberg. Whether it’s in Carson City, or just over the hill in one of our neighboring counties, you’ll find something fun to do. Read on.

SATURDAY:

Here is this week’s Carson City area road report for Sept. 12-18, 2016: Work will continue on the Downtown Corridor improvement project on Carson Street. The following streets will be impacted:

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Sept. 5-11, 2016. Work will continue on the Downtown Corridor improvement project on Carson Street with paving ahead of schedule. The following roads will be impacted.

One man's trash is another man's treasure, so says an old idiom.

That's not necessarily true for Gary Goodrich, owner of Greener World Recycling in east Carson City.

Trash is trash.