mobility
Tire-chain requirement change for enhanced safety on certain Tahoe state roads
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 3:53pmThe Nevada Department of Transportation is reminding motorists of traction device requirement changes on certain Tahoe-area highways which require two-wheel drive vehicles to also use approved tire chains/traction devices during winter chain restrictions.
Winter driving: Nevada Highway Patrol, NDOT say slow it down, don't slam on brakes
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 2:25pmAs winter weather arrives in the Silver State, the Nevada Department of Transportation and Nevada Highway Patrol remind motorists to stay focused, slow down, prepare for rapidly changing conditions and leave plenty of room between your vehicle and others.
NDOT: Bike lanes coming to section of Centerville Lane in Gardnerville
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 3:59pmBeginning Tuesday, lane closures and detours will be in place on Centerville Lane, State Route 756, near Waterloo Lane in Gardnerville as the Nevada Department of Transportation adds bicycle lanes to the roadway.
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency OKs U.S. 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/15/2018 - 2:25pmSTATELINE, Nev. — The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency 15-member Governing Board on Thursday unanimously approved the U.S. 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project proposed by the Tahoe Transportation District.
Carson City's 2018 Mid-term Elections Guide
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 11/05/2018 - 2:31pmTuesday is Election Day. So far, it appears over 13,000 Carson residents cast their ballots during early elections, with Republicans seeming to be in the majority of early voters. Click here for full numbers.
Carson City woman picked as top 10 finalist for CNN Heroes of 2018
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/01/2018 - 2:31pmAn 88-year-old Carson City woman who has dedicated the past 15 years helping people throughout Northern Nevada learn English and become American citizens is among 10 finalists selected by CNN as a Top Hero for 2018.
Lane reductions next week at south end of Carson City freeway for roadway re-striping
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/01/2018 - 11:09amOvernight lane closures will be in place next week at the Interstate 580 Carson City Freeway and U.S. 395/South Carson Street intersection as roadway striping is enhanced.
State Route 28 for Pathway Bridge Installation finishes ahead of schedule
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/29/2018 - 10:59amUPDATE: The Nevada Department of Transportation has wrapped up the first in a series of overnight full road closures on State Route 28 ahead of schedule. Both directions of SR 28 were closed between Lakeshore Boulevard in southern Incline Village near Tunnel Creek Café and Sand Harbor State Park from 8 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Oct. 29 for installation of bridges on the State Route 28 shared used path. Originally scheduled to also take place Oct.
Overnight State Route 28 road closures at Lake Tahoe planned for installation of pathway bridge
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/10/2018 - 2:45pmCARSON CITY — The first in a series of overnight full road closures on State Route 28 south of Incline Village at Lake Tahoe will take place Oct. 29-31 as the Nevada Department of Transportation installs bridges on the State Route 28 shared used path.
Education team from Mexico tours WNC’s technology facilities
Submitted by editor on Thu, 10/04/2018 - 6:07pmCARSON CITY — A delegation of educators from Mexico toured Western Nevada College’s mechatronics, machine tool and cyber security facilities on Thursday morning to strengthen their own technology programs.
Know Your Ballot Carson City: Question 4, Medical Equipment Tax Exemption
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/22/2018 - 4:21pmQuestion 4 is on the ballot this year for Nevadans to choose whether or not to include certain medical equipment to the sales tax exemption list, similar to Question 2.
Sierra Therapeutic Equestrian Program, Red's Old 395 partner for Saturday fundraiser
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 4:29pmRed's Old 395 Grill in Carson City has partnered with the Sierra Therapeutic Equestrian Program, also known as STEP, to host a fundraiser this Saturday, July 14 at the restaurant.
NDOT to host public information meetings to evaluate future Interstate 11 corridors
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 9:48amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation will host public information meetings in July and August to provide updates on corridor selection for the future Interstate 11 connecting the Las Vegas valley and northwestern Nevada.
Nevada governor signs clean energy, smart cities agreement with president of Navarre
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 1:17pmPAMPLONA, SPAIN — Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval joined the President Uxue Barkos of the Historic Community of Navarre on Wednesday to sign a memo of understanding between the state and the province on collaboration in economic development. The signing was preceded by a meeting with the National Center for Renewable Energies to share policies, initiatives, projects and best practices regarding the development and use of renewable energy.
NDOT to suspend State Route 28 construction at Tahoe for July 4 holiday period
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 9:59amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation announced that work on the State Route 28 shared used path south of Incline Village at Lake Tahoe will be on hold during the entire Fourth of July holiday week, July 2-6.
Tahoe bike path cleanup
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/31/2018 - 5:22pmHelp get South Tahoe's bike paths clean for the summer biking season, and prevent litter from entering our streams and Lake Tahoe by joining others to clean bicycle paths on June 12.
Nevada’s first cybersecurity apprenticeship program approved
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 11:43amCARSON CITY — Members of the State Apprenticeship Council approved Tuesday the first cybersecurity program in the state. Several occupations across multiple in-demand sectors such as information technology and advanced manufacturing were also approved, including the first occupation in hospitality with MGM Resorts International.
State Route 28 shared use construction at Lake Tahoe begins Monday
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/24/2018 - 3:04pmCARSON CITY — Beginning Monday, April 30 through late fall, day and night single lane closures will take place on State Route 28 at Lake Tahoe from the southern end of Incline Village to three miles south of Sand Harbor State Park for construction of a shared use path and water quality and traffic safety improvements.
NDOT reminds motorists to drive safely During National Work Zone Awareness Week
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/09/2018 - 11:08amThis week is National Work Zone Awareness Week, an annual effort to bring national attention to motorist and worker safety and mobility in work zones. The Nevada Department of Transportation reminds motorists to drive safely in road work zones throughout the year.
Two aging Jump Around Carson buses to be replaced with $447K federal grant
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/05/2018 - 10:14amThe Carson Area Metropolitan Planning Organization will receive $447,480 in U.S. Department of Transportation funding to replace two buses in the Jump Around Carson (JAC) fleet that have exceeded their useful life, officials announced this week.
NDOT public meeting Thursday in Carson City to evaluate future Interstate 11 corridors
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/27/2018 - 10:58amCARSON CITY, Nev. – The Nevada Department of Transportation will host public information meetings through Thursday, March 29 to gather feedback on the future Interstate 11 corridor connecting the Las Vegas valley and northwestern Nevada.
Single lane closures ahead on U.S. 395 through Carson Valley to install traffic signal
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/18/2018 - 12:12pmCARSON CITY — Beginning Sunday, March 18, the Nevada Department of Transportation is scheduled to begin overnight single lane closures as part of an ongoing project to install a traffic signal on U.S. 395 at Airport Road and improve other highway intersections in the Carson Valley.
WNC classes offer chance to launch, further advanced manufacturing careers
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/20/2018 - 12:38pmTechnicians, start your engines: Here’s an opportunity to earn internationally recognized Siemens Mechatronics certification while you enhance your understanding of complex systems. Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and PLC components are studied on actual industrial modules and interactive coursework is designed to develop troubleshooting intuition.
From biscuits to breakers: How JOIN Inc. changed the course of a young man’s career
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/07/2018 - 2:38pmCARSON CITY, Nev. – Arturo Ortiz, 25, spent eight years in a bakery, missing family gatherings and holidays due to work hours that didn’t always align with his family’s schedule.
Preliminary work begins Monday on signal at U.S. 395 and Airport Road in Carson Valley
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/01/2018 - 3:05pmOn Monday, Feb. 5, the Nevada Department of Transportation will begin preliminary utility work as part of an upcoming project to install a traffic signal on U.S. 395 at Airport Road and improve other highway intersections in the Carson Valley.
Carson City arrests: Man jailed for indecent exposure, suspicion of second DUI
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/22/2018 - 2:31pmA 51-year-old transient man was arrested Saturday for felony suspicion of indecent exposure, misdemeanor driving under the influence second offense and open container of alcohol, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.
New Year, New You: Chamber features Carson City spa and wellness center
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/18/2018 - 1:49pmWe promise ourselves each year that this is THE year we are going to get in shape, redo our overall look, read the classics, find a new job, travel the world, run for political office, or do something different to keep ourselves current and relevant.
Students working in manufacturing, industry make time to earn Siemens Credential at WNC
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/09/2018 - 3:19pmTechnicians from around Northern Nevada are demonstrating their skills, knowledge and value through the innovative Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program at Western Nevada College.
NDOT opens USA Parkway Extension 3 months ahead of schedule
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/08/2017 - 2:22pmThe Nevada Department of Transportation opened the USA Parkway extension at noon Sept. 8. At noon Friday, access from both ends of the USA Parkway opened, allowing drivers to travel the 18-plus-mile roadway extension between I-80 west of Fernley and U.S. 50 near Silver Springs.
NDOT to suspend State Route 28 construction at Lake Tahoe during Labor Day weekend
Submitted by editor on Wed, 08/30/2017 - 12:32pmThe Nevada Department of Transportation says work on the State Route 28 shared-used path near Incline Village will be on hold during Labor Day weekend, Saturday, Sept. 2 through Monday, Sept. 4.