Wednesday, September 18, 2013 - 9:34am
Friday the 13th was a lucky day for Tractor Supply. This was the day for their "official" ribbon cutting and soft opening.
The new store is now open for business on what was once weed-filled vacant land just south of the Gold Dust West. Store Manager Patrick Henley told us this is the first store to open in Nevada and Carson City was chosen because of all the small ranches in the area. Much research went into choosing the first location bringing us yet another retail establishment further assuring this city remains a retail hub for our region.
Wednesday, September 18, 2013 - 9:06am
A quarter of Nevada's 604 public schools got lower grades this year compared with last year in a statewide ranking system.
Go here to see where Carson City area schools rank.
Wednesday, September 18, 2013 - 8:52am
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. 18-24.
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 - 6:28pm
Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong will run for a fourth term as the capital city's top law enforcement officer, announcing his 2014 re-election intentions Tuesday.
In what Furlong described as three "politically quiet but challenging years," crime statistics have trended downward since the 2010 election, which is remarkable given Carson City's economic climate as it continues to deal with the effects of a deep, prolonged recession.
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 - 5:27pm
The Vietnam Veterans of America Carson Area Chapter 388 will again be presenting a special observance of National POW/MIA Recognition Day, today, Friday at 11 a.m. on the Plaza of the Nevada State Veterans Memorial.
The Memorial is located immediately behind the Nevada State Capitol Building at 101 N. Carson in Carson City. Guest speakers will be Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell - himself a member of Chapter 388 and Caleb S. Cage, Director of Military and Veterans Policy for the State of Nevada. Members of the Chapter will also present a "Missing Warrior Table and Honors Ceremony."
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 - 1:59pm
The deaths of two horses east of Carson City near Mound House is being investigated by the state of Nevada.
The Nevada Department of Agriculture reports one horse, which appeared to have been shot, was found dead Monday near Mound House in Lyon County.
Another horse, which appeared to have been shot with arrows and was near death, was found near the same area. The second horse was euthanized by a state agricultural enforcement officer.
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 - 1:46pm
The Brewery Arts Center in Carson City has joined the SENarts Partnership, collaborating with the Nevada Division of Museums and the Nevada Arts Council to bring high-quality art experiences to the state Legislative Building.
As one component of this partnership, the Nevada Senate and the Brewery Arts Center jointly announced Tuesday that a new art show comprised of about 50 pieces by local art students has been installed on the second floor of the Legislative Building and would be in place for four months.
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 - 1:34pm
A 26-year-old Carson City man with a felony and three misdemeanor warrants was arrested Sept. 16 in the 3200 block of Imperial Way.
Nicholas B. Parker had warrants for his arrest for possession of a controlled substance, a felony and misdemeanor failure to appear in traffic court out of Reno Township, contempt of court and being arrested while on probation, both out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $7,122.
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Tuesday, September 17, 2013 - 12:08pm
A worldwide industry leader known for welcoming and accommodating guests has awarded Western Nevada College and its Carson City business partners a grant to offer hospitality certification workshops.
Hilton Worldwide has allocated a $5,000 Travel and Purpose Action Grant to WNC and key local partners - the Hampton Inn & Suites Carson City, and the Carson Valley Inn, Carson City Chamber of Commerce, and Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce. The grant will help fund a public workshop for American Hotel and Lodging Association certification on Friday, Oct. 18, at the Hampton Inn.
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 - 9:43am
Carson City department heads responded to questions from locals Monday in a town hall meeting. While the public was given plenty of opportunity and notice to attend and encouraged to speak, three actually came to the podium, including two Carson High School students and the chair of the Carson Animal Services Initiative.
