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Just before 11 a.m., a crash with unknown injuries was reported at Arrowhead and Highway 50.

First responders are enroute to the scene.

At 10 a.m. Friday a crash was reported on the I580 near Fairview in the southbound lanes.

According to dispatch a vehicle veered into the wall. Injuries are unknown at this time.

First responders are enroute to the scene and at least one lane of travel has been shut down due to the crash.

Updates to follow if available.

Lyon County Sheriff's Office has received several reports of thefts and larcenies in the Sutro area of Dayton. These particular crimes are happening in the evening hours but could happen during any time of the day.

The unknown suspects are looking for opportunity by searching unlocked vehicles and garages. They are taking anything of value to include tools, money, and other items.

Nevada’s unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 percentage points from January to February and now sits at 5.3 percent, according to figures released Thursday from the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.

The Lyon County Board of County Commissioners heard a presentation from University of Nevada, Reno, University Center for Economic Development on the economic impact of the 2023 Night in the Country music festival.

A Dayton man was arrested Thursday for three counts alleged sexual assault on a child under the age of 14, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.

Carson High School Speech and Debate had a busy March, competing in three separate State Championships and districts, including the Sagebrush District Tournament, a national qualifier, where Reno High School hosted 16 teams, competing to earn entries to the National Speech and Debate Association Tournament this June.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 31-year-old man Wednesday for suspicion of multiple felony sex crimes with a child.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors approved a change Thursday to the city's special events policy after it was first implemented in 2023.

Without a doubt, Fallon Taylor Marie Montanucci’s life was inspirational and then some. She was patriotic, made others realize the importance of education, volunteered to feed those less fortunate and worked with children with speech impediments.


Though experts predict 2024 could finally see more stable rents after rapid cost increases in recent years, many Nevada tenants are still feeling the strain as rents continue to outpace what is affordable for a person earning the median income in Nevada.

Pioneer Academy’s March student of the month is sophomore online student Ashley Ellis. Ashley has thrived since she joined the Pioneer family mid-year of her ninth grade. She is currently taking multiple dual-credit courses while maintaining a 3.95 GPA. As Ashley tackles the daily challenges of self-motivation and striving to improve herself, she sees knowledge as her cornerstone to success.

UPDATE 1:29PM: A chicken coop fire was knocked down by firefighters Wednesday afternoon, according to Carson City Battalion Chief Micah Horton. It is undetermined at this time if there was any livestock lost. The fire did not encroach on any other structures.
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Carson City Fire Department was called Wednesday afternoon to a report of a shed on fire in the 4500 block of Ponderosa Drive near Clearview Drive.

A 35-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for alleged felony assault and domestic battery with a deadly weapon, indecent exposure in front of children and other offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Most residential crimes are crimes of opportunity, wherein the victims have left their homes unsecured. The opportunity for residential burglary must be curtailed individually and collectively through citizens working with local law enforcement agencies.

Carson City Public Works and the Transportation Division continues to explore financial options to fund local neighborhood road improvements and repairs throughout Carson City.

UPDATE 4:27PM: There are a total of four people who have been taken to the hospital. One person was flown by Care Flight and three others taken to the hospital via ground ambulance, according an East Fork Fire Battalion Chief. Four others were evaluated and did not require medical transport. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
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Emergency crews from East Fork Fire, Tahoe Douglas and Carson City have responded to a crash Tuesday afternoon involving three vehicles near the intersection of State Route 88 and Kimmerling Road in Douglas County.

RENO — The final defendant involved in a large methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy was sentenced Monday by United States Chief District Judge Miranda M. Du to 145 months in prison for his role in a large methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

A 64-year-old man was arrested Monday for suspicion of DUI, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Heading into the first day of spring, sunny and warm conditions will continue around Carson City and surrounding counties through Thursday before changes come Friday and into the weekend, bringing periods of valley rain and mountain snow, according to the National Weather Service.

Sonoma Park in Carson City will be closed from March 25 to April 15 for seasonal maintenance and repairs. This closure will allow efforts to renovate the turf, address irrigation issues, and repair deficiencies related to the parks irrigation system to be made.

Carson High School’s Advanced Creative Writing Class published their 2024 issue of the Student Literary Magazine, “Bolt of Blue.” This year’s edition delves into the student-chosen theme of "Breaking Cycles."

The Sierra Nevada Forums in partnership with the American Association of University Women Capital (NV) Branch and the League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada will host “The Truth About Carson City Road Funding: Straight from the Horse’s Mouth” on April 9, 2024 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King Street in Carson City.

A 23-year-old man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony eluding a police officer and other offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

An in-depth look at high-risk behavior among youth in the community will be the focus of Carson City Juvenile Services parent night this Wednesday, March 20.

With "leading lines" as its theme, Carson City Photo Club members picked their best for the March 2024 monthly photo competition judging.

Lane closures will take place on U.S. 50 in Moundhouse and Dayton beginning March 18 as the Nevada Department of Transportation replaces concrete barrier rail in the median of the roadway.

On Saturday, March 16, 2024 Carson City Special Enforcement team conducted a traffic stop yielding 119 grams of narcotics.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of March 18-24. Lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road/utility work: