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Pyramid Lake trout season opens October 1

Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 1:51pm

Pyramid Lake, located about 30 miles north of Sparks, will open on Monday, Oct. 1, to fishing for Lahontan cutthroat trout.
That large, desert lake (roughly the same surface size as Lake Tahoe) has a three-month trout closure, each year, from July 1 to Sept. 30.
Here are all kinds of interesting information about that lake:

Pre-historic Lake Lahontan:

Driving force behind United Blood Services retires after 22 years

Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 1:07pm

For 22 years Alana Ladd-Ross has been one of the most well-known faces with United Blood Services. On Wednesday she officially retired and was sent out in style with a party in her honor.
In between laughter and tears, employees and friends lined up one-by-one to pledge their appreciation and allegiance to Alana, the donor recruitment and community relations supervisor for United Blood Services of Carson City, whom many say was the driving force and life blood behind the operation.

Carson City authorities arrest suspects on weapons, fraud and battery charges

Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 12:18pm

A 71-year-old Carson City man was booked into jail on Sept. 24 on a warrant stemming from two charges of assault with a deadly weapon. Francis John Belongia, was arrested in the 4000 block of Stampede Drive without incident. Bail was set at $20,000.
In other felony-related arrests:
— A Dayton woman faces a felony charge of fraudulent use of a credit card or debit card without consent. Cynthia Marie Shelley, 31, was arrested Sept. 26. in the 1900 block of North Carson Street. She was arrested following a felony warrant issued by the Carson City Justice Court. Bail was set at $7,500.

Local Author Debuts New Book, How To Raise A Rocket Scientist For Fun And Profit

Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 10:02am

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and Outskirts Press and local author Steve Browne are proud to announce the debut of the inspirational "must- read" new book of the year, How To Raise A Rocket Scientist For Fun and Profit.

Poll: Nevadans believe economy improving

Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 9:19am

Nevadans in growing numbers believe the state economy is picking up and overwhelmingly approve of the performance of Gov. Brian Sandoval, but they aren't pleased with the Legislature, according to a new poll of 500 likely voters.

State Senate Candidate Advocates New Corporate Profits Tax In Debate, GOP Opponent Says Call Is Premature

Wednesday, September 26, 2012 - 2:50pm

CARSON CITY – Former state Sen. Sheila Leslie drew a clear contrast with her Republican opponent Sen. Greg Brower in the District 15 race in Washoe County in a debate today, calling for a corporate profits tax to generate enough revenue to adequately fund education.

Paula Poundstone to perform in Carson City to raise money for the Library

Wednesday, September 26, 2012 - 1:09pm

Carson City, NV—The Carson City Friends of the Library CCFL is hosting a performance by award winning comedienne, Paula Poundstone to raise money for the Library. The CCFL invited Poundstone to Carson City to celebrate National Friends of the Library Week and to help raise money for the Library.

The performance will take place on Friday, October 26 at the Bob Boldrick Theater (Community Center), located at 851 East William Street in Carson City. The doors open at 7 PM.

Man faces felony charge after motorcycle chase through Carson City

Wednesday, September 26, 2012 - 11:13am

A Carson City man faces a felony charge of eluding police and endangering the lives of motorists following a motorcycle chase through the city.

Reception Thursday for Nevada Arts Council exhibit 'A study of Human' at OXS Gallery

Wednesday, September 26, 2012 - 10:23am

Prints by artist Eunkang Koh makeup the latest exhibit at OXS Gallery in Carson City. Within the offices of the Nevada Arts Council, OXS provides a public space for talented Nevada artists to share their work. The new exhibit is now open and runs through Nov.16. The Arts Council will sponsor an artist talk and free reception from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27 at 716 N. Carson St. Guests are welcome.

Don Q's Fishing Report for week of Sept. 26 through Oct. 2

Wednesday, September 26, 2012 - 9:02am

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Sept. 26 through Oct. 2.

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