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Nevada Supreme Court upholds state’s ‘ghost gun’ ban as constitutional after Dayton company challenge
Thursday, April 18, 2024 - 4:14pm

The Nevada Supreme Court has upheld the state’s contentious “ghost gun” ban, reversing a lower court’s ruling that the law banning the sale of unfinished frames and receivers of a firearm was unconstitutionally vague.

Once Carson City’s population hits 60K, a new courtroom is required — but funding is an obstacle

Thursday, April 18, 2024 - 2:12pm

By state law, once Carson City’s population reaches 60,000 residents, they will be mandated to create a new courtroom complete with a new judge and staff.

However, that comes with a price tag of at least $800,000 in staffing alone — and doesn’t include the price to expand the courthouse.

Comedian and actor Bobcat Goldthwait to appear at Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City
Thursday, April 18, 2024 - 1:53pm

Reno Tahoe Comedy is proud to present Bobcat Goldthwait at Piper's Opera house in Virginia City on Saturday, April 27. Since his first appearance on the David Letterman Show at the age of 20, Bobcat has gone on to maintain a thriving career as a writer, director, actor, voice actor and stand-up comedian.

Artificial Intelligence focus of upcoming Carson City Schools Community Connections event
Thursday, April 18, 2024 - 10:00am

The Carson City School District will host a quarterly Community Connections event next week, Wednesday, April 24, 2024, from 5:45-7:30 p.m. at Carson High School.

Emergency management updates Douglas County flood insurance maps, opens appeal period
Thursday, April 18, 2024 - 9:02am

MINDEN — The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency has announced that it has published preliminary copies of the revised Flood Insurance Rate Map and Flood Insurance Study report for Douglas County and incorporated areas. These materials are available for public viewing on FEMA's website.

Sierra fishing report: As ice fishing winds down, preparation underway for California opener
Thursday, April 18, 2024 - 8:45am

Hello fellow anglers. Yes, it is that time of year for the California opening day fishing season. This year we actually will have an opening day. Last year with our excessive snow pack, we were not able to get on many rivers until mid summer due to runoff.

Hobby Lobby applies for vacating Burlington Coat Factory location in Carson City
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 - 4:44pm

Earlier this month it was announced that Carson City’s Burlington Coat Factory would be closing. Rumors of a potential Hobby Lobby taking its place have now been substantiated.

The popular craft store applied for a permit for the location Wednesday, according to the Carson City Planning Division.

Wildfire awareness, education and preparation to be addressed at Carson City workshop

Wednesday, April 17, 2024 - 4:22pm

Carson City Fire Department and multiple agencies will host the 2nd annual wildfire education and preparedness workshop for the community Tuesday, April 30.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Macy
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 - 2:19pm

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City branch Pet of the Week is Macy, a 6-year-old gal who has been at our shelter since the end of January. She was surrendered because her owner could no longer have animals.

Family Fun Saturday: Bee Hotel at Nevada State Museum in Carson City
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 - 1:00pm

Nevada State Museum staff invite all to contribute to a bee hotel this Saturday, April 20 as they celebrate Earth Day in Carson City. Participants are encouraged to contribute to the bee hotel, a nesting place for solitary bee friends, and learn about other ways you can help native pollinators.

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