December 2021
Upper Mt. Rose Highway closed this weekend for emergency repairs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 2:02pmCARSON CITY — Upper sections of Mt. Rose Highway will be closed above Sky Tavern Road from Dec. 11-13 as the Nevada Department of Transportation performs emergency repairs to a highway drainage pipe.
Kids Christmas Craft Making and Holiday Celebration-Wylder Hotel Hope Valley
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 12:42pm
Event Date:
December 18, 2021 - 2:00pm Kids Christmas Craft Making and Holiday Celebration. Get into the spirit of the Holiday Season with an afternoon of festive fun at Wylder Hotel Hope Valley, Saturday December 18th from 2PM to 4:30PM.
Better Business Bureau warns holiday shoppers that buying puppies online remains risky
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 12:14pm
RENO — The demand for “quarantine puppies” and other pets increased dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic, bringing with it a spike in scams that has persisted even as virus-related lockdowns have abated. Online pet scams, in which an online search ends with a would-be pet owner paying hundreds of dollars or more to adopt a pet that ultimately doesn’t exist, are especially pervasive during the holiday season.
Remaining suspect sought in September North Carson Street shooting and pursuit now in custody
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 11:16am
On Sept. 7, 2021 the Carson City Sheriff’s Office responded to call for service involving a vehicle shooting at another vehicle on North Carson Street.
Dayton Chamber awarded $3,000 in room tax funds for 2022 Dayton Valley Days
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 11:06amThe 33rd Annual Dayton Valley Days will be held on Sept. 17-18, 2022 and at Wednesday's Room Tax Board meeting in Yerington, the Board awarded the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce $3,000 for advertising and promotional funds for the event.
Carson City Clerk/Recorder won't seek re-election; offers insight into elections, the position and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 10:27am
Aubrey Rowlatt has been Carson City’s Clerk/Recorder for the past four years, and has been in charge of all local, state and federal elections taking place in Carson City. Other duties include issuing marriage licenses, facilitating all public records requests within the city, and much more.
Annual Share Your Christmas Drive-By Food Drive happening this Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 10:12amEvent Date:
December 10, 2021 - 6:00am
You can help the Food Bank of Northern Nevada and other nonprofits during KTVN 2 News annual Share Your Christmas Drive-By Food Drive happening this Friday at the Governor's Mansion in Carson City, the Carson Valley Inn, Minden and at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in Reno.
Storm system brings snow showers to valleys, chain and snow tire restrictions in Sierra
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 8:55am
Rain overnight in the Carson City area has turned to snow this Thursday morning as a winter storm system moves into the region. Snow showers should continue through this afternoon and evening, with some travel impacts on valley and highways and roads, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Chains and snow tires are required Thursday morning over several Sierra mountain roads and highways. For the latest travel conditions, go to NVroads.com.
Friends to All Senior Santa visits return to Carson City area this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 7:21am
Event Date:
December 11, 2021 (All day) Volunteers in teams dressed as Santa Claus and Helpers will be out on Saturday, Dec. 11 to meet seniors in Carson City with a special visit and a gift donated by the community.
Father and son arrested in connection to starting Caldor Fire
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/08/2021 - 4:03pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. — A father and son were arrested and are accused of reckless arson in connection with the Caldor Fire, the massive wildfire that burned more than 200,000 acres in El Dorado and Amador counties, according to the El Dorado County District Attorney's Office.
