Carson Now News

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 7:57am

UPDATE 11 a.m.: Our Slide Mountain Hand Crew, in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service - Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and air support, is actively working to contain the fire.
The tree struck by lightning has been felled, and the crew is cutting line around the fire perimeter. Upon further assessment, the fire is now estimated to cover 100’ x 20’.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue suppression efforts!

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Incline Village, NV – The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District (NLTFPD) is responding to a lightning-caused fire in the First Creek area. The fire was reported at approximately 10 p.m. on September 18th and is estimated to cover an area of 100’ x 100’.

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 7:04am

Before considerable scientific research by Western Nevada College Professor of Geosciences Dr. Winnie Kortemeier, it was understood that Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in North America, was created during the Pleistocene era, also known as the Ice Age, roughly 10,000 to 2.6 million years ago.

Through her radiometric dating of rocks and examining the basalt that has interacted with the water of Lake Tahoe, Dr. Kortemeier has determined that the lake is 2.3 million years old.

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 6:18am

Carson Valley Trails Association (CVTA) is excited to be hosting the valley’s first-ever 5k trail run and 2k family fun run on Saturday, October 19th.

Designed to be fun for beginners and more advanced runners alike, this event gives everyone a chance to experience a trail run in a friendly, non-competitive environment.

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 4:02am

In his first appearance with Reno Tahoe Comedy we are excited to present Comedian Steve Bruner. He is the man who slices through dullness with his razor-sharp wit faster than a ninja with a caffeine addiction.

You can find him delivering laughs on Showtime’s Comedy Club Network, tickling funny bones on A&E’s An Evening at the Improv, and lighting up late-night TV on ABC’s Into the Night and NBC’s The Byron Allen Show.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 8:22pm

Meet inspirational author Robert Drews at Browsers Corner Book Store’s next author event. He will share excerpts from his novel “Look for Something Good”, an inspiring tale about the journey through life’s transitions and crossroads for two mature men who find friendship and guidance about their places in the world.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 4:11pm

Carson City Public Works and the Transportation Division will provide an educational presentation and summary related to the recently completed Preserve Carson City Roads report and the status of measures related to funding for local roads in Carson City.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 2:27pm

Chase International Foundation recently awarded $12,500 to Northern Nevada and California non-profit agencies as part of their ‘Four Pillars of Giving’ grant program.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 2:04pm

The Carson High School class of 2025 is impressive and yet Neva Mellow stands out with her array of accomplishments. She has become a model of academic excellence and leadership, embodying the spirit of commitment and service.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 12:52pm

If you like reading, supporting local authors, and getting a jump start on your Christmas list, then you need to attend this author event of the year!

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 12:35pm

A 30-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of domestic battery and a combined felony warrant alleging domestic battery by strangulation on an elder and abuse of an older or vulnerable person, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.