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The National Weather Service in Reno is predicting record high temperatures in Western Nevada over the next few days, resulting in increased risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke. People who are at highest risk are the elderly, the very young, and those with chronic diseases or who are overweight, but even young and healthy people can get sick from the heat if precautions are not taken.

What to do, what to do? That’s the question that starts most every weekend. If you’ve got kids, test their mettle at the annual Capitol City Triathlon. Open to kids of all ages, they will bike, run, and swim their way to the finish line. The third annual Sassabration event kicks off with a multi-colored, costume bike parade from the Brewery Arts Center to the celebration at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint. Multiple bands, vendors, non-profit booths, free swimming at the Carson Hot Springs, not to mention the yummy food and drink available make this a not-to-be-missed festival.

Free baked goods will also be available courtesy of the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 388 from Carson City, WAVE from Douglas County and ...

As capital city commuters wrapped up mid-week Wednesday afternoon, they were reminded by a neighbor that they are worth more than their work takes from them.

Nevadans celebrated both Flag Day and the U.S. Army’s 242nd birthday Wednesday during a ceremony at the Nevada Veterans Memorial on the state capitol grounds in Carson City.

First it was warm then it wasn't. Then came the valley rain and Sierra snow Monday. Now it's warming up again with a chance some areas of western Nevada could inch close to 100 by Sunday into next week, according to the National Weather Service.

As a national treasure offering world-class recreation opportunities, Lake Tahoe is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Northern California and Nevada. And sometimes, being popular has its challenges.

Carson Comedy Club presents Rick D'Elia at the Carson Nugget tonight, Friday, Feb. 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Originally from Boston, Rick was a recurring sketch performer on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and a finalist in the prestigious San Francisco Comedy Competition.

Carson Comedy Club presents Rick D'Elia at the Carson Nugget. Tickets can be purchased at http://bpt.me/2831142 

Dry weather over western Nevada, Carson City and Sierra will continue over the next couple days with more storms headed our way into next weekend and possibly beyond, according to the National Weather Service.

With more than six inches on the ground already in places around Carson City, the area is about to get hit again with an even stronger winter storm very early Sunday morning through Monday morning.

Though not as intense as last week, a series of storms will move into the Carson City and Sierra regions bringing wind, rain and snow to western Nevada tonight through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

Please join the Compassion Friends organization at our Annual World Wide Candle Lighting on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016 from 6pm-8pm. We will light candles for all our lost children at 7pm across the globe to create a wave of light in remembrance.

This year we are having a small potluck and an ornament exchange. For more information, please contact the chapter leader, Tom Schwartz at (775) 461-0362 or at info@tcfcarsoncity.org. Compassion Friends meets at the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center Lobby, 1535 Medical Parkway in Carson City.

The morning of Dec. 7, 1941 started out for many Americans about the same as any other Sunday.

Households rose at dawn to feed the stock, catch the morning paper riding by, prepare a hearty breakfast and get ready for church services. By the end of the day, though, the nation and the world would be changed forever.

Those looking to travel over the Sierra will see the best conditions now through Friday night before the next storm system arrives Saturday, bringing snow to the Sierra that should drop to the valley floors into Sunday, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.

With the second part of storm wave expected to arrive Saturday, the annual Light After Dark Walk/Run for Advocates to End Domestic Violence has been postponed until Friday, Oct. 28 pending park approval.

The Good Intentions and Rick Shea will perform in concert Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016 at the Silver City School House.
The event It is a fundraiser for the School House, Silver City Arts and the new outdoor venue in the Silver City Park called the Silver Pavilion.

In just the few minutes I stood with E.D. Crouser at the intersection of Highway 50 and College Parkway/Fairview Drive Wednesday afternoon, it seems like one chaotic event after another reigned down on motorists lined up dozens deep in the midst of widespread power outages that struck the area.

Monday is the first day of school for the 2016-2017 school year, so here’s a high-five, fist bump, fist pump, elbow bump, curtsey, cheek kiss, air kiss, hang-loose, Shaka bra, scout handshake, armed forces salute, Pabebe Wave, ILY sign, Grey Wolf salute, smile, applause, hand heart, two-finger salute, wave, kiss, hand shake, wink, hug, Vulcan salute, thumbs up, bow, nod, three-finger salute, kowtow, hongi, head bobble, hat tip (though these are against dress code), hand-kiss, genuflection, eyebrow raising, hand of benediction, and Eskimo kissing as a welcome back to all of the returning students, teachers, and administrators of the Carson City School District.

UPDATE 7PM: Investigators and vessel inspectors from Coast Guard Sector San Francisco are on the scene of Tuesday's fire on board the 119-foot passenger Lake Tahoe paddle wheel boat, the Tahoe Queen.

"Most of the damage is limited to the boat's pilot house and second deck," Lt. Jake Aulner of the U.S. Coast Guard told South Tahoe Now. "This can be attributed to the great response by the Tahoe Douglas Fire Department."
Aulner and the team from USCG Yerba Buena Island will be at the scene until the cause of the morning blaze is determined.

Fifteen days of non-stop music begins tonight at the Bliss Mansion with the Jazz and Beyond Garden Party; don’t miss out on the fabulous art show, tours of the historic home, and great jams. Downtown will be rocking tonight as the Carson High Class of 86 celebrates their reunion in Telegraph Square with two live bands. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Just down the street, Living the Good Life welcomes Southbound Train followed by DJ Bobby G. Fuji Park is the place to be for cowboys, broncs, and a great concert celebrating Carson City.

The social scene is changing in Carson City and elsewhere.

These days a night out is looking less like club or bar hopping and more like painting ... with a cocktail.

Think Van Gogh and DaVinci; not Behr and Valspar.

An increase this month in telephone scammers targeting locals and businesses has prompted Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong to issue a warning to all citizens not to be taken in by the thieves.

"Whether they say they're from NV Energy, the gas company, the IRS or other utilities, don't be fooled. Don't fall prey to these scammers," said Furlong.

Spring around western Nevada continues to bring unsettled weather to the Carson City area. An upper level low will linger over the region this week bringing cooler than average temperatures and chances of showers with isolated thunderstorms each day, according to the National Weather Service.

In celebration of Historic Preservation Month, the Carson City Historic Resources Commission will hold its 7th annual Historic Preservation Scavenger Hunt beginning Monday and running through May 31.

We know better than trying to predict springtime weather in the Sierra foothills. A new wave of showers is expected Monday, but it could show up whenever it likes. Rain or shine, Earth Day in Reno’s Idlewild Park is always fun and informative. See Marlon Brando on the big screen as Galaxy Theater offers two showings of ‘On the Waterfront.’ The Carson City Symphony welcomes guest soloist, Albert Lee, to the stage during today’s Spring Fling Concert.

SUNDAY:

Into every life a little rain must fall, and we just got plenty. The tulips and lilac blooming around town will be pleased. Unfortunately, it could make for soggy feet if you’ve got any outdoor activities planned. Lucky for us, plenty of fun can be found indoors. Hit the Carson Mall for Cowgirls and Lipstick or learn about rare coins at the Nevada State Museum. Meet author Joe Crowley at Browsers' Corner Book Store or read to therapy dogs at the Carson City Library. There's something for everyone on this list, so take a look and have a great weekend, Carson City.

Since the early 1980s, May has been a month for celebrating historic preservation and archaeology in Nevada. This year, the theme acknowledges the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act, which helps to stabilize neighborhoods and downtowns, contributes to public education, attracts investment, creates jobs, generates tax revenues, supports small business and affordable housing, and powers Nevada’s heritage tourism industry.

Four and a half hours of travel can be draining on anybody, especially for a group of World War Two, Korean, and Vietnam veterans. As their Honor Flight Nevada flight landed in Baltimore, the 80 and 90-year-old men slowly make their wave off the plane, tired and worn from the trip. But the moment they step into the airport, that exhaustion is forgotten and replaced with an overwhelming sense of emotion.

The 2016 election is expected to bring dramatic changes to the make-up of the Nevada Legislature.There are two factors in play. First, the Republican wave in 2014 installed conservative GOP lawmakers ...