Carson City emergency crews respond to crash into garage of residence
News - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 5:14pm
Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called early Saturday evening to a vehicle that reportedly crashed into the garage of a residence in the 3700 block of Woodside Drive.
Assistant Carson City Sheriff Daniel Gonzales graduates FBI National Academy
News - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 4:06pm
Carson City Sheriff's Office
On June 6, 2020, Carson City Assistant Sheriff Daniel Gonzales graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA. In a release provided by the FBI, 201 law enforcement officers graduated from the FBI National Academy.
Carson City Leadership Class of 2024 graduates 23
News - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 3:30pm
By Ronni Hannaman
After nine months of learning just about every aspect of what makes Carson City tick, 23 members of the Carson City Leadership Class of 2024 graduated on Thursday, June 13.
Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 1:29pm
By Elinor Bugli
The Jazz & Beyond festival committee announces that the winner of the 2024 poster and program cover art contest is Carol Foldvary-Anderson. Her design, "More Than Just Jazz!" was selected from six entries to highlight the 21st annual Carson City music festival.
Local author to discuss history of Virginia City at Carson City Library
Announcements - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 11:11am
Carson City Library
Join the Carson City Library for an author event that hits close to home with the release of Virginia City V. Bonanza: A Tale of Merging Histories, published by Rowman & Littlefield. Written by Monette Bebow-Reinhard, the discussion takes place Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at the Carson City Library, located at 900 N. Roop St., Carson City.
Sci-Fi short film awards and viewings today in Carson City at Brewery Arts Center
Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 9:37am
Attention film lovers and sci-fi film enthusiasts: Prepare to blast off into a world of imagination and creativity with Silver State Storyteller's Moon Rocks Sci-Fi Short Film Competition happening today at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.
2024 Taste of Downtown Carson City happening Saturday
Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 9:17am
Carson City eateries will take to the streets at the center of the capital city today, Saturday, June 15 for the 30th Taste of Downtown, a long tradition to benefit the city's shelter for domestic violence victims.
Father's Day Powwow continues this weekend at Stewart Indian School campus in Carson City
News - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 7:15am
By Sarina Nez
The annual Stewart Father's Day Powwow at the former Stewart Indian Boarding School Campus in Carson City is underway, continuing through Sunday.
Carson City's Catmandu introduces their Cat of the Week: Lenny
Community - Friday, June 14, 2024 - 5:32pm
Linda Buchanan, Catmandu
Lenny aka Tommy Two-Tone is a handsome long-haired orange kitty with a sweet face and silky soft fur. He likes people and once comfortable with you, he will purr with delight while you pet him.
Sierra Flats Affordable Housing to open July 9 in Carson City; now accepting applications
News - Friday, June 14, 2024 - 3:17pm
by Kelsey Penrose
After several years of set backs due to the economy, the Sierra Flats Affordable Housing project is finally opening with a ribbon cutting July 9, providing 80 new rent controlled units to the capital city.
There are two portions of the project, a building for seniors and a building for family and workforce housing, each containing 40 units.
UNR Master Gardeners Host Night in the Garden: Community Garden Talks
Community - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 6:27am
By Jessica Gardner
Join UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Carson City for a night in the garden.
Lyon County Sheriff’s Message of the Week: School’s out! Keep your children safe this summer
Community - Friday, June 14, 2024 - 11:35am
Lyon County Sheriff Brad Pope
Today is the last day of school, which brings on High School graduation across Lyon County. The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office congratulates all of those that are graduating today, and wishes them the best as they enter the workforce, go off to college, join the military or any other adventure they choose to embark on.
Major Fire Danger: Red Flag Warning issued for Carson City, much of Western Nevada region Friday
News - Friday, June 14, 2024 - 9:46am
A red flag warning has been issued by the national weather service for Friday, June 14 for much of western Nevada.
A major weather risk means the combination of gusty winds and low humidity could cause fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them, according to the weather service.
Carson City School District summer office hours and online registration updates
News - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 6:34am
Carson City School District
The Carson City School District reminds the community that all school offices within the district, with the exception of Carson High School, will be closed from June 17 to August 5. The Carson High School office will be open to help you from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Following consistent issues at Zephyr Cove Beach, paid parking is now required and parking is limited
News - Friday, June 14, 2024 - 8:52am
Douglas County Press Release
Douglas County is pleased to announce important updates to parking regulations and options for visitors and residents enjoying Zephyr Cove Beach at Lake Tahoe this summer.
For the first time, "No Parking" signs will line both sides of Highway 50 in each direction from the new stoplight installed by the Nevada Department of Transportation at Warrior Way.
Two found dead south of Tahoe following search for missing plane
News - Friday, June 14, 2024 - 8:11am
Paula Peterson, South Tahoe Now
Two people have been found dead after the plane they were in crashed in Alpine County, south of Lake Tahoe. On June 13 at approximately 1 a.m., deputies from the Alpine County Sheriff's Office were notified of an overdue aircraft that had left Lodi, Calif. on Wednesday afternoon.
Teen in custody following convenience store robbery in Carson City
News - Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 11:22pm
A sixteen-year-old Carson City resident is in custody following a gas station robbery Thursday night.
According to Sheriff Ken Furlong, the robbery occurred at an ExtraMile convenience store and involved a knife.
Carson City Election Updates as of Thursday afternoon
Nevada Politics - Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 4:59pm
Here are the votes as of Tuesday, June 13 at 4:40 p.m.
The votes will not be finalized until all mail ballots have been counted. So far, the majority of ballots (5,720) were cast by mail, followed up by early voting (2,171) with the least amount of votes (1,842) cast on Election Day.
We will continue to update results as they come in.
Carson City author Michael K. Falciani wins inaugural ACES High Award for literature
Community - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 9:50am
By Stephen H. Provost
We have a winner! Dragon Crown Books is pleased to announce that Carson City author Michael K. Falciani is the winner of the inaugural ACES High Award for outstanding contribution to The ACES Anthology 2023.
Douglas County School board selects new superintendent for third time
News - Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 2:01pm
by Kelsey Penrose
The Douglas County School Board selected Angelo “Frankie” Alvarado, a Ukiah, Calif. district administrator, as their next superintendent.
This is the third selection for a superintendent, the first of which was John Ramirez Jr., also of California, who had a history of DUI, sexual harassment, hit and run, mismanagement of district funds, and more.
Music, Chautauqua and Local Author at Dangberg Historic Park June 20
Arts and Entertainment - Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 1:03pm
By Kim Harris - Events Manager
A concert by The Sierra Sweethearts, a Chautauqua of Laura D. Fair, and local author Gregory Crouch are featured as part of the Dangberg Summer Festival in June.
Carson City Friday Family Fun Days returns to Mills Park June 21
Arts and Entertainment - Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 11:41am
by Kelsey Penrose
Carson City Friday Family Fun Days is kicking off the 2024 summer season at Mills Park Friday, June 21.
Each Friday, event goers can find either live music or a community movie in the park along with a selection of food trucks. Kids actives include giant Jenga, giant 4-across, giant velcro kick darts, cornhole, bean bag skee ball, chicken fingers, and a selfie spot.
Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Tony
News - Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 9:43am
Nevada Humane Society
Our Pet of the Week is Tony.Tony is a ten-year-old taking on the world as a blind pup. This senior sweetheart is a great leash walker as he bravely explores new places using his other senses. He’s become quite the fan favorite in Reno and Carson City. This survivor hasn’t let his hurdles overwhelm his sweet personality. His tail is always wagging!
Flushing to occur today, Thursday in E. Robinson, Carson High area, causing possible water discoloration
News - Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 7:35am
Carson City Public Works
E. ROBINSON / CARSON HIGH SCHOOL AREA: Carson City Public Works will be performing water main flushing on Thursday, June 13, 2024, in the vicinity of Carson High School at East Robinson.
Max Casino in Carson City to host 2024 July 4 hot dog eating competition
Announcements - Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 6:57am
Press release
Join in for a day of fun, competition, and great food as Max Casino in Carson City hosts its 2nd annual hot dog eating contest.
Carson City Sheriff's K9 Ivo crossed the rainbow bridge
News - Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 6:23pm
CCSO Sgt. Darin Riggin
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit would like you all to join us in celebrating the life and experiences of K9 Ivo, who passed just a few days ago.
NDOT-led study recognized for efforts to reduce animal-vehicle crashes, keep wildlife connected
News - Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 5:05pm
NDOT news release
A pool-funded study led by the Nevada Department of Transportation recently received a Federal Highway Administration Environmental Excellence Award.
Nevada Guard to host Flag Day, Army birthday ceremonies Friday at capitol in Carson City
Announcements - Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 3:19pm
The Nevada National Guard will host its 26th annual Flag Day Ceremony and the U.S. Army’s 249th Birthday celebration at 10 a.m. this Friday, June 14, at the Veterans Memorial on the Capitol Grounds, 101 N. Carson St. in Carson City.
Historian Mark McLaughlin returns Saturday to Dangberg Historic Park
Arts and Entertainment - Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 3:10pm
By Events Manager Kim Harris
On Saturday, June 15, at 10 a.m., historian and author Mark McLaughlin will return to Dangberg Historic Park to speak on Charles F. McGlashan who was an American writer, historian, journalist, educator, lawyer, amateur entomologist and astronomer.
Near record 442 students make Western Nevada College spring dean’s list
News - Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 2:01pm
Western Nevada College
Students at Western Nevada College performed exceptionally well in the classroom during the Spring 2024 semester.
In fact, 442 students have earned academic recognition for making the Dean’s List. The total number of academic achievers is only exceeded by the 487 students on the Fall 2023 Dean’s List and the 461 students on the Fall 2022 Dean’s List.
