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West Nile Virus confirmed in Carson City; treatment of areas begins this week
Tuesday, July 30, 2013 - 6:38pm

The presence of West Nile Virus has been confirmed at three test sites in Carson City, the Nevada Department of Agriculture has confirmed.

Officials tested wetlands, ditches and other small bodies of water primarily along the I-580 freeway. On Monday it was confirmed the virus is present at three of the sites tested.

History of Rock n' Roll presentation Aug. 6 at Brewery Arts Center
Tuesday, July 30, 2013 - 5:35pm

Musician and educator John Shipley will present a lecture and demonstration with slides and audio samples on the history of rock n' roll, concluding with questions and comments from the audience and the raffle of an electric guitar. The talk will be on Tuesday, August 6, 7-8:30 p.m., at Brewery Arts Center Ballroom, 449 W. King Street, Carson City. Admission is free.

C-SPAN programs featuring Carson City to air this weekend
Tuesday, July 30, 2013 - 2:21pm

Carson City will be featured on the C-SPAN network's two channels this weekend after their visit to the capital city earlier this month.

In addition to having feature stories sprinkled in throughout the weekend on the respective networks, both American History TV and Book TV, there will be a block of programming where all of the respective Carson City pieces for their networks will air, said C-SPAN spokeswoman Laura Finch.

Carson City man faces felony charge in domestic battery
Tuesday, July 30, 2013 - 11:03am

A Carson City man was jailed early Tuesday morning following a domestic battery in which he allegedly prevented the victim from reporting the crime.

Amalio Pedro Montanes, 25, was arrested in the 3300 block of Pontius Place at 1:26 a.m. According to the arrest report, officers responded to the residence on a welfare check after dispatch received a call from a woman who gave an address and then disconnected.

Upon arrival officers met with the victim who stated she was upset with her boyfriend, identified a Montanes. The victim said he had come home drunk and wanted him to leave.

National Night Out brings neighborhoods to Mills Park on August 6
Tuesday, July 30, 2013 - 8:57am

Meet up with your neighbors at Mills Park on Tuesday, August 6 for the 11th annual National Night Out at Mills Park hosted by the Carson City Sheriff's Office.

The event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. is aimed to heighten awareness about crime, substance abuse, safety and violence. Citizens can learn what they can do to reduce crime and increase personal safety, while having fun. Meet the heroes of law enforcement and public safety. Explore equipment.

The event is free - games, music, food, fun for all!

National Night Out is designed to:

Warren Engine Company No. 1: In service for 150 years in Carson City
Tuesday, July 30, 2013 - 8:39am

On Aug. 12, 1863, the Warren Engine Co. No. 1 volunteer fire department had its first trial by fire.

Fire broke out about 9:30 p.m. that day at the Indian Queen Hotel at Ormsby and Fourth streets in Carson City. The newly formed fire department put out the blaze in two hours. Two buildings were consumed by the fire and a third was demolished to stop the fire’s spread.

Annual Carson City Historical Society Ice Cream Social this Saturday
Monday, July 29, 2013 - 9:02pm

With tradition, community spirit and the launch of the Carson City jazz festival in mind, residents are welcome to a cool summer evening with music and sweet treats as the Carson City Historical Society hosts its annual Ice Cream Social this Saturday.

Festivities begin at 5 p.m. and feature live music, mountain men and quilters. The event takes place at Foreman-Roberts House Park, 1207 North Carson Street. The event is free to get in and costs $3 to enjoy the ice cream and cookies.

Highway 50 safety to be addressed at Carson City conference with law enforcement
Monday, July 29, 2013 - 2:58pm

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office invites the general public and press to a conference on Thursday that will address accidents and fatalities on Highway 50.

Flight from Reno blows two tires while landing at Chicago's O'Hare
Monday, July 29, 2013 - 12:55pm

Passengers on an American Airlines flight from Reno had to get off their plane on a portable staircase at O’Hare International Airport in Chicago on Monday after the aircraft blew two tires while landing. No one was injured.

Feds Feed Families Food Drive Kicks Off In Carson City, runs through Aug. 28

Monday, July 29, 2013 - 12:20pm

“Feds Feed Families” a food drive to benefit the hungry in our community has kicked off again for the summer. In Carson City, federal employees from USDA Rural Development, the Bureau of Reclamation, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Federal Highway Administration, and the U.S. Geological Survey will be volunteering and collecting donated food in front of Grocery Outlet, at 1831 N. Carson, on Aug. 3 and Aug. 10, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. each day. Grocery Outlet owner Dave Cox provides discounts on purchases for food drives.

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