May 2017

Carson City and Lake Tahoe area road report for week of May 15-21

Submitted by editor on Sun, 05/14/2017 - 10:30am

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A crane to install the roof structure onto the old mill silos will impact traffic Monday on Highway 395 in Minden.

Here is the Carson City and Lake Tahoe area road report for the week of May 15-21, 2017. Road closures expected at the following locations due to road and utility work. Please use caution.

Carson City Sheriff's Office arrests: Man jailed for suspicion of third DUI

Submitted by editor on Sun, 05/14/2017 - 10:19am

A 38-year-old man was arrested early Sunday morning for suspicion of a third or more DUI offenses, driving on a revoked license and illegally parking, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Carson City weather: Showers possible through Monday with light snow potential Tuesday night

Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/14/2017 - 10:14am

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A low pressure system will move into the region later Sunday that may bring a chance for showers and thunderstorms to Carson City, western Nevada and the Sierra, according to the National Weather Service.

Sunday, Mother's Day: Things to do around Carson City and beyond

Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 10:53pm

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Today is CCBMX Racing AND Mothers’ Day Race at Livermore Sports Complex.

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Pamper the special lady in your life with a soak at the Carson Hot Springs. It’s free for moms today, but fun for the whole family. If breakfast-in-bed isn’t the plan, head to the Douglas County Museum for the Lions Club’s annual pancake breakfast. More adventurous mothers may want to try their hand at BMX racing, with a special race just for them at the Livermore Sports Complex. This is just the tip of the iceberg for Sunday, keep reading and you’ll have the perfect plan to make her day.

SUNDAY: Mothers’ Day

Senator Square: Three teachers who light up Carson High School

Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 8:05pm

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Light of Education Award Winners Ann Brit, Johanna Davis, and Monica Chavez.
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Perfect Attendance Award Winners for April.
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Athletes of the Week Nicole Van Geel and Brett Kolb.

By Phil Brady

Every year, Ormsby County Education Association and the Carson City School District sponsor “The Light of Education” awards, and this year’s CHS winners are Ann Britt, Johanna Davis, and first year teacher Monica Chavez who said, “I felt very shocked, honored, and blessed about winning the award.”

Chili on the Comstock bringing heat for 34th year May 20-21

Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 3:29pm

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By Brett Fisher

Dozens of the best chili cooks are bringing the heat — and their A game — to the 34th Annual Chili on the Comstock cook-off event held May 20-21 in Virginia City.

Book bargains on the pavement Saturday at Browsers Corner Bookstore Parking Lot Sale

Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 1:55pm

Photo by Shannon Litz, Nevada Photo Source

Shoppers browse through the used book selection at the Browsers Corner Bookstore Parking Lot Sale on Saturday, May 13, 2017. The event, hosted by Friends of the Carson City Library, raises funds to support library programs and materials. In the second photo, Matt Picard of Carson City looks at science fiction books at the bookstore sale.

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Nevada law enforcement steps up 'Click it or Ticket' enforcement now through end of May

Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 1:42pm

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Dan Gordon, Nevada Highway Patrol

The Nevada Highway Patrol is teaming up with local law enforcement agencies to educate motorists on seatbelt usage. The "Click it or Ticket" campaign runs now through May 31.

Eyes on Carson City: Local events highlight Mother's Day weekend

Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 10:38am

By Brett Fisher

Family events are the highlight of Mother's Day weekend in Carson City as the Nevada state capital adds motherhood to its continuing celebration of spring.

Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Multiple people arrested on warrants

Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 9:06am

The Carson City Sheriff's Office served local bench warrants Friday, Carson City Sheriff's deputies said, taking into custody two individuals on outstanding misdemeanor charges issued out of the Carson City Justice Court.

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May 2017