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Nevada Highway Patrol, Joining Forces release 'Click It Or Ticket' Campaign Statistics

From November 18, 2018 through December 2, 2018, law enforcement officers throughout the state participated in the Joining Forces program.

While Nevada law enforcement continues to conduct traffic stops on a daily basis for a multitude of violations, the focus of those two weeks was “Click-It-Or-Ticket” seatbelt enforcement.

Five juveniles in custody after robbing marijuana dealer at Mills Park

Five Carson City juveniles are in custody of Carson City Juvenile Detention after they jumped a marijuana dealer and robbed him at gunpoint in Mills Park Saturday night, Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong said.

Three Northern Nevada Correctional Center inmates in Carson City die over weekend

Three inmates died over the weekend at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center in Carson City, the Nevada Department of Corrections reported Monday. The cases are unrelated and there is no evidence of foul play in any of the deaths, said Brooke Santina, public information officer.

American Red Cross offers no cost smoke alarms for the holiday season

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect gift for someone, give the gift of safety and order a free smoke alarm and installation from the American Red Cross of Northern Nevada.

UNR scientists find causes of 'firenado' in deadly northern California Carr Fire

RENO — A destructive fire-generated vortex — a massive stream of rising, spinning, smoke, ash and fire — that topped out at 17,000 feet above the earth, accelerated the Carr fire that killed eight people and devastated a widespread area in the Redding, Calif., region in July 2018.

The vortex, a little-observed atmospheric phenomena, was spinning with the power of a class three tornado, which earned it the name of Firenado.

Pair of presentations highlight Pearl Harbor and Immortality at WNC Observatory

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December 7, 2018 - 6:30pm
December 8, 2018 - 6:30pm

Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor, as well as the pursuit of immortality, will be featured during a pair of upcoming presentations at Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory in Carson City.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Dec. 4

Good Day Carson City, it is Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018. The winter weather continues today albeit without any storm watches or warnings this morning. Light snow showers will continue today and and pick up tonight with less than an inch possible. As always be careful out on the roads. You'll be able to warm up at a number of venues today, including a holiday swing party with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at Casino Fandango's new Grand Ballroom and at the Carson City School District Orchestra Program concert at the community center.

Carson City Classic Cinema Club featured on this week's It's Your City

In this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Rhonda Abend, founder of the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, which not only brings time treasured films to Carson City, but its core mission is to raise money for local children involved in the arts.

Canceled due to Weather: Carson City Classic Cinema Club cancels film scheduled at BAC

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December 4, 2018 - 6:30pm

UPDATE: The film showing Tuesday night, Dec. 4 has been cancelled due to weather.
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Carson City Classic Cinema Club Presents "All Mine to Give" starring Cameron Mitchel and Glynis Johns on Tuesday, Dec. 4 at the Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theatre.

Portrait of an immigrant family on the Wisconsin frontier, circa 1865, where a young son must find homes for his siblings after the deaths of his parents. Based on a true story. (This film will be screened at the Black Box Theatre across from our normal venue.)

Nevada Lore Series: the Infamous Hauntings of the Goldfield Hotel

In the heart of the semi-ghost town of Goldfield, Nevada outside Tonopah rests the decaying beauty of the Goldfield Hotel, which, as it happens, is one of the most haunted places in America.

NDOT, Nevada Highway Patrol offer Halloween traffic safety tips

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Highway Patrol along with the Departments of Transportation and Public Safety are reminding drivers and pedestrians to be especially safe and vigilant this Halloween Wednesday and every day.

Carson Tahoe's Think Pink fundraiser generates thousands for Breast Cancer Awareness

Carson Tahoe Health and Red's Old 395 Grill in Carson City partnered Monday to host their annual kick-off event, "Think Pink," a campaign for breast cancer awareness. More than $4,000 was raised last night, alone. The campaign runs throughout the month of October, in recognition of breast cancer awareness month, to encourage women to take charge of their health.

Nevada Lore Series: Genoa's Hanging Tree, and Adam Uber's Dying Curse

The story of Adam Uber’s Curse, and Genoa’s Hanging Tree, begins in the fall of 1897. Adam Uber wasn’t exactly the Carson Valley’s darling sweetheart. In Genoa especially, he didn’t have a friend in the world.

Think Pink breast cancer awareness campaign to kick off in Carson City at Red's Old 395

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October 1, 2018 - 5:00pm

Carson Tahoe Health will celebrate its 17th annual Think Pink kick-off for breast cancer awareness on Monday, Oct. 1. Red’s Old 395 Grill in Carson City will once again host the event.

Red Cross of Northern Nevada offers smoke alarms at no cost to those in need

The Red Cross of Northern Nevada reminds all residents that September is National Preparedness Month, a time to prepare for any potential disasters, learn lifesaving skills and practical safety tips to reduce injury and death in your home and community.

USDA partners to provide transitional housing for rural people in recovery from opioid misuse

On International Overdose Awareness Day, Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Anne Hazlett announced Friday that USDA has formalized an innovative agreement in which a nonprofit organization will purchase homes from the Department and convert them to transitional housing for people recovering from opioid misuse.

Memorial wall in Carson City illustrates state's opioid overdose deaths

A new display in front of the capitol in Carson City is designed to bring awareness to the opioid crisis across Nevada and the nation.

New Carson City group offers support, education to parents with children who have addictions

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October 25, 2018 - 6:30pm

A new support group is starting in Carson City for family members who have loved ones with addictions. The group will meet Thursday nights, 6:30 p.m. at the Carson City Fire Station 51 meeting room, 777 S Stewart St.

Carson City Triad presents Extreme Heat: How to avoid hot weather emergencies

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August 10, 2018 - 11:45am

Carson City Nevada Triad presents Extreme Heat, a presentation designed to help people become more aware about the dangers of extreme heat and how to avoid them, at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Friday, Aug. 10, at 11:45 a.m.

Nevada law enforcement agencies join forces in August for pedestrian safety

Nevada's two largest counties have seen 29 lives lost since the New Year. Clark County has had 26 pedestrian deaths while Washoe County has had 3 pedestrian deaths. The Nevada Highway Patrol will be Joining Forces with law enforcement statewide from August 6-24, 2018 to enforce pedestrian laws for both drivers and pedestrians.

Column: For pet's sake, no fireworks

The morning after the Fourth of July one year, a dog showed up at our back door; a shaking, frightened and forlorn black labrador.

Nevada law enforcement agencies begin boating under the influence crackdown

CARSON CITY — Law enforcement officers across Nevada will be on heightened alert for those violating boating under the influence laws during the annual Operation Dry Water weekend, June 29-July 1, according to the Nevada Department of Wildlife.

The Lifespan of 20 Essential Household Items

Has your air conditioner ever failed on a hot summer day? It’s a struggle no homeowner wants to deal with. When you own a home it’s important to budget annually for repairs that might be needed and anticipate when things might need to be replaced. If you take care of your home, your appliances and fixtures should last longer. This means keeping them clean, performing regular maintenance and preventing unnecessary wear. Even the most well-kept homes will need repairs at some point and it helps to know how long you should expect your items to last.

Nevada Highway Patrol reminds drivers to secure loads

This year’s road to the annual Secure Your Load Day, today, Wednesday, June 6 has been paved with success, thanks to nationwide support.

Northern Nevada law officers to issue citations during June pedestrian safety campaign

With a 20 percent increase in pedestrian deaths in 2017, Nevada law enforcement officers have stepped up patrol efforts statewide, issuing citations to both motorists and pedestrians who do not obey traffic safety laws.

Lightning strikes cause power outages, communication tower problems in Lyon County

Lyon County crews are addressing heavy rainfall and lightning issues that developed Wednesday during a series of storms. Lyon 911 dispatch reports the loss of communications sire on Rawe Peak, said County Manager Jeff Page.

Carson City bike event to honor pedestrians, cyclists injured or killed on roadways

Muscle Powered, a Carson City non-profit that works to promote safer walking and biking conditions, is holding a Walk and Ride of Silence tonight, Wednesday May 16, to honor pedestrians and cyclists who have been injured or killed while traveling on public roadways.

Nevada law enforcement to buckle down on seat belt enforcement through end of May

The Nevada Highway Patrol will be looking for motorists and occupants who are not buckled up while traveling. Troopers, deputies and officers will be stopping drivers for different traffic offenses and issuing citations for seatbelt violations from Tuesday through May 31 across Northern Nevada.

Carson City Sheriff's Office to conduct alcohol compliance checks Friday

On Friday, May 4 the Carson City Sheriff’s Office will be conducting a compliance check. Minor decoys will be sent into local businesses in Carson City that serve alcohol. The decoys will attempt to purchase alcohol using their real identification.

Carson City Sheriff's Office to conduct crosswalk operation Thursday

Happening now through the end of the month, the Joining Forces law enforcement team throughout Nevada is issuing citations to pedestrians and motorists who are breaking traffic safety laws.

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