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August 2019

Reno hospital loses thumb drive, patient information may be at risk

Patients who visited the Renown South Meadows Medical Center in the last seven years may have their medical information at risk, according to Renown's website.

V&T Railway celebrates 150 years with anniversary trains running Fridays through Oct. 11

CARSON CITY — To commemorate its historic 150-year anniversary, V&T Railway has introduced special anniversary trains running every Friday through the end of the season. Beginning Friday, Aug. 16, the Carson City to Virginia City train will feature re-enactments at the depot and during the 24-mile round-trip ride.

Red-hot Reno Aces bats to battle talented River Cats’ arms

Hard to conceive a few weeks ago, the Reno Aces are making a run at first place in the Pacific Coast League’ Northern Pacific Division.

Nevada PUC joins three western utility commissions to address climate change

CARSON CITY — The Public Utilities Commission of Nevada has joined three other Western public utility Commissions in signing a joint action framework that addresses climate change through cooperation to reduce greenhouse gas pollution.

Carson Valley funny woman Kat Simmons offers 6-week stand up comedy workshop

Event Date: 
October 7, 2019 - 6:00pm
October 14, 2019 - 6:00pm
October 21, 2019 - 6:00pm
October 28, 2019 - 6:00pm
November 4, 2019 - 6:00pm
November 11, 2019 - 6:00pm

Carson Valley comedian Kat Simmons will offer her stand up comedy workshop only once this year. The six-week workshop will be held on Monday nights, 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 7 through Nov. 11, 2019, at the COD Casino in Minden.

NHP investigates Lyon County crash that killed Yerington woman

The Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating a single vehicle crash that killed a 20-year-old Yerington woman early Saturday morning.

Ribbon cutting ceremony Aug. 28 for DLL Technologies at Carson City's Adams Hub

Event Date: 
August 28, 2019 - 5:00pm

DLL Technologies invites the public to join in their ribbon cutting ceremony located within the Adams Hub building at 111 East Proctor Street, Carson City, on Wednesday, August 28, 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Women's Retreat with Jana Flaig

Event Date: 
September 14, 2019 (All day)

Annual Women’s Retreat at Oasis Community Church, 1520 South Maine Street, Fallon, NV, 9am-3pm. 775 423-2300. Women (18+) throughout Churchill County will come together for laughter, fun, food and fellowship. The retreat includes a continental breakfast, lunch, crafts, music and a special guest speaker.

Northern Nevada Development Authority brings Amy Miller to business support team

CARSON CITY — Northern Nevada Development Authority is pleased to announce that Amy Miller has joined its business development team as the Business Support Specialist for the Walker River Corridor.

2019 Carson City Fair and Demolition Derby aftermath brings donations

Event Date: 
August 7, 2019 (All day)

The 2019 Carson City Fair finished its third year on the last Sunday in July with a record number of participants, exhibits and spectators. The Fair’s claim to fame is a focus on local youth livestock shows and traditional exhibits. This year, most people didn’t miss the carnival, due to the free games provided on the grassy area.