Carson Now News (edition 217)

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Nevada Unemployment Falls To 11.6 Percent In May, Lowest In Three Years

Friday, June 15, 2012 - 10:13am

CARSON CITY – Nevada’s unemployment rate fell to 11.6 percent in May, the lowest it has been in three years, the state Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) reported today.

Thousands cited for using cell phone while driving in Nevada

Friday, June 15, 2012 - 6:47am

The Nevada Departments of Transportation and Public Safety, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Reno Police are reminding motorists that handheld cellphone use while driving is illegal.

"Behind the Scenes" Tours of Natural History

Thursday, June 14, 2012 - 5:53pm

Dr. George Baumgardner, curator of Natural History, will take visitors “behind the scenes” of Nevada’s plants, animals, specimens and other natural history collections on June 29 at the Nevada State Museum, 600 North Carson Street. What’s so special about these artifacts is that they are not normally on display and encourages visitors to become familiar with these rare collections. A sneak peak of the new Discovery Lab and other future developments of the natural history exhibit are also included during the tour.

Crime Logo: Traffic stop leads to meth arrest

Thursday, June 14, 2012 - 4:05pm

On Wednesday night, Carson City Sheriff deputies arrested Saul Montez, 25, of Carson City, for felony possession of methamphetamine, misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia, and misdemeanor driving with suspended registration.

According to the arrest report, the suspect was stopped near the intersection of Edmonds and Gordon because the vehicle's registration was suspended.

State Workforce Board Approves Consolidation Plan Opposed By Southern Nevada Officials

Thursday, June 14, 2012 - 3:32pm

CARSON CITY – The Governor’s Workforce Investment Board today unanimously approved a plan to consolidate two local boards in an effort to free up $5 million in federal funds to train the unemployed.

The move, which requires approval from the U.S. Department of Labor, is opposed by Workforce Connections, the Southern Nevada workforce investment board.

Carson City restaurant inspection reports for June 14

Thursday, June 14, 2012 - 3:25pm

Read the full reports below:

All kinds of colorful wildflowers at Davis Lake

Thursday, June 14, 2012 - 7:36am

It’s that time of the year again!
The Davis Lake area, just north of Portola, California has some spectacular displays of colorful wildflowers blooming at the present time.

Don Q's Nevada and Sierra Fishing Report for week of June 13-20

Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - 2:54pm

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 June 13-20.

Gov. Sandoval Pushing Forward With Workforce Board Consolidation Despite Opposition

Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - 1:10pm

CARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval said today he plans to move forward with the consolidation of two local workforce investment boards even though several Southern Nevada officials testified in opposition to the plan at a public hearing on Monday.

Crime Log: Alleged embezzler transferred to Carson City

Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - 11:40am

Carson City Sheriff's deputies have arrested the following people based on felony allegations:

Georgann B. McPeters, 55, a Dayton woman, was transferred from Lyon County to the Carson City Detention Facility at 12:30 p.m. Monday. McPeters was transferred on a felony embezzlement warrant in her name. Bail has been set at $20,000.

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