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Teen in custody following convenience store robbery in Carson City
Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 11:20pm

A sixteen-year-old Carson City resident is in custody following a gas station robbery Thursday night.

According to Sheriff Ken Furlong, the robbery occurred at an ExtraMile convenience store and involved a knife.

Douglas County School board selects new superintendent for third time

Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 1:48pm

The Douglas County School Board selected Angelo “Frankie” Alvarado, a Ukiah, Calif. district administrator, as their next superintendent.

This is the third selection for a superintendent, the first of which was John Ramirez Jr., also of California, who had a history of DUI, sexual harassment, hit and run, mismanagement of district funds, and more.

Music, Chautauqua and Local Author at Dangberg Historic Park June 20
Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 12:28pm

A concert by The Sierra Sweethearts, a Chautauqua of Laura D. Fair, and local author Gregory Crouch are featured as part of the Dangberg Summer Festival in June.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Tony
Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 9:57am

Our Pet of the Week is Tony.Tony is a ten-year-old taking on the world as a blind pup. This senior sweetheart is a great leash walker as he bravely explores new places using his other senses. He’s become quite the fan favorite in Reno and Carson City. This survivor hasn’t let his hurdles overwhelm his sweet personality. His tail is always wagging!

Max Casino in Carson City to host 2024 July 4 hot dog eating competition
Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 6:50am

Join in for a day of fun, competition, and great food as Max Casino in Carson City hosts its 2nd annual hot dog eating contest.

Carson City Sheriff's K9 Ivo crossed the rainbow bridge
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 6:15pm

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit would like you all to join us in celebrating the life and experiences of K9 Ivo, who passed just a few days ago.

NDOT-led study recognized for efforts to reduce animal-vehicle crashes, keep wildlife connected
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 5:05pm

A pool-funded study led by the Nevada Department of Transportation recently received a Federal Highway Administration Environmental Excellence Award.

Historian Mark McLaughlin returns Saturday to Dangberg Historic Park
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 3:10pm

On Saturday, June 15, at 10 a.m., historian and author Mark McLaughlin will return to Dangberg Historic Park to speak on Charles F. McGlashan who was an American writer, historian, journalist, educator, lawyer, amateur entomologist and astronomer.

Nevada Guard to host Flag Day, Army birthday ceremonies Friday at capitol in Carson City
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 2:59pm

The Nevada National Guard will host its 26th annual Flag Day Ceremony and the U.S. Army’s 249th Birthday celebration at 10 a.m. this Friday, June 14, at the Veterans Memorial on the Capitol Grounds, 101 N. Carson St. in Carson City.

Near record 442 students make Western Nevada College spring dean’s list
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 2:00pm

Students at Western Nevada College performed exceptionally well in the classroom during the Spring 2024 semester.

In fact, 442 students have earned academic recognition for making the Dean’s List. The total number of academic achievers is only exceeded by the 487 students on the Fall 2023 Dean’s List and the 461 students on the Fall 2022 Dean’s List.

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