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Marlette Lake to open for the 2011 fishing season

Outdoors - Last Update Wed, 07/13/2011 - 1:12am

Marlette Lake, which is located between Carson City and Lake Tahoe, will open for the 2011 fishing season on July 15. That season will close on Sept. 30.
Fishing hours are one hour before sunrise to two hours after sunset. The limit is zero fish. Catch and release only.
Only artificial flies and lures with single barbless hooks may be used.
Be advised that this lake is a five mile hike (one-way) with an elevation gain of about 1,200 feet from Spooner State Park at Spooner Summit.
There is no overnight camping permitted at Marlette Lake.

State Forester issues fire-danger warning for Nevada

Outdoors - Last Update Wed, 07/13/2011 - 1:10am

By the Nevada Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources
CARSON CITY — Nevada State Forester and Fire Warden, Pete Anderson, issued a warning on July 8 about fire danger throughout Nevada. Western Nevada has experienced numerous wildfire ignitions over the past few weeks posing an increasing danger to the public as vegetation continues to dry.

More South Shore Garrido victims identified

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 8:56pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado County District Attorney's Office identified at least two new South Shore victims of Phillip Garrido Tuesday.A map showing the location and dates of Garrido...

Watch it Live: Carson City School District Board Meeting

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:03pm

Follow the Carson City School District Board meeting live beginning at 7 p.m.. Click here to watch. Below is the agenda.

Trails and Vistas 2011

- Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 4:41pm

Event details
What: Guided 2.5 mile art hike
When: Sept. 17 and 18, 2011
Where: Spooner Lake in Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park
Tickets: $30 adults/$10 children available at www.trailsandvistas.org (prices increase Sept. 1)
Info: Visit www.trailsandvistas.org.

Federal Cut To Energy Assistance Program Means Thousands Of Nevadans Ineligible For Help

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 5:44pm

CARSON CITY – Thousands of Nevada residents who rely on financial assistance to pay their power bills likely won’t get help this year because of federal funding cuts, a state agency reported today.
Miki Allard, staff specialist with the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services, said federal funding for Nevada’s Energy Assistance Program will amount to only $4 million this year, down from $15.8 million in the fiscal year that just ended June 30.

Court will name team of masters to draw legislative/congressional maps

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 12:46pm

District Judge Todd Russell said Tuesday he will name a team of four or five "masters" to draw legislative and congressional maps for the coming decade.But unlike many other states, Russell said he...

Bicycle Poker Run

- Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 5:02am

A Bicycle Poker Run is set for Sunday, July 17. This 12 mile ride starts and ends at Mills Park in Carson City. Mostly flat and accessable to all ages. Along the way, there will be 10 challenges at local schools, parks and businesses throughout the city. Challenges include paper airplane toss, bowling, darts and more. Grand prizes for the highest score in each event, best overall score and the best three poker hands. Each sport and fun challenges was designed so that someone as young as a 4th grader can win. For more information call (775) 240-0446 or 24hrfun.com.

Third and Curry Street Farmers Market

- Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 4:55am

The next Third & Curry Street Farmers Market will be on Saturday, July 16.
Farm fresh fruits, vegetables, arts, crafts and live entertainment. The Market runs from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Gizmo and Gadget (the ponies) will be there for rides. (775) 882-6741

Carson City Relay for Life 2011

- Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 4:32am

Create more birthdays for cancer survivors by joining hundreds of thousands of people in cities across the nation to raise money for cancer research with Carson City's Relay for Life 2011. Relay for Life is the American Cancer Society's major annual fundraising event. Carson City will celebrate, remember and fight back this year at Centennial Park on Saturday, July 16 at 10:00 am. We won't stop until Sunday, July 17 at 10:00 and have an entire filled with activities and entertainment. Call for more information and to learn how to create or join a team before the Relay. (775) 315-9428.

Wa She Shu It Deh arts festival at Tallac Historic Site

- Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 4:23am

The Wa She Shu It Deh arts festival at Tallac Historic Site in South Lake Tahoe will be on July 23-24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. The Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California offers this festival that includes a basket-weaving competition, native dancers, music and arts and crafts.

Ski helmet bill in California moves forward

Health & Wellness - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 4:02am

A bill that would require children under 18 to wear helmets while skiing or snowboarding is now one step away from the governor’s desk. But the measure provoked a lively debate Monday before passing the Assembly. Click here to read and hear the story from Sacramento's Capital Public Radio.

Golf tournament to benefit Carson boy

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:04am

Caden Huarte, 5, smiled broadly Monday and wrestled on the floor with his giggling 2-year-old brother, Camren. Even the littlest Huarte, Masen, 1, only momentarily sized up a stranger before cra...

Help sought in track vandalism probe

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:04am

Carson High School Principal Ron Beck is asking for the community's help in preserving the $1.5 million football stadium and track."People are going out there and destroying the property," he said....

Man dies while trimming tree

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:04am

A Carson City man who reportedly had infiltrated outlaw motorcycle gangs for the feds collapsed and died while trimming trees for his lawn care business Monday morning. Dan Horrigan, 58, was pronou...

Lake level expected to continue rising

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:04am

Big winter snowfall makes for small summer beaches at Lake Tahoe.And the beaches may not be making a comeback anytime soon.Lake level rise has already exceeded predictions, said Chad Blanchard, chi...

BAWN Helping Hands Program applicants sought

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:04am

The Builders Association of Western Nevada Professional Women in Building offers the opportunity to receive a Helping Hand with your Handy(wo)man project.Projects must fall within these parameters:...

Man faces charges in fireworks blaze fireworks

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:04am

A Carson City man bailed out of jail Monday after allegedly starting an 11-acre fire Saturday night in Carson River Canyon. Jay Summerville, 25, is to appear July 25 in Carson City Justice Court fo...

Commentary by Janice Ayres: Appointment could haunt Heller

Opinion - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:04am

Perhaps Gov. Brian Sandoval didn't do Dean Heller such a big favor after all, by appointing him to the vacancy left by John Ensign's resignation. History tells is that of the 49 such appointments m...

Commentary by Eugene Paslov: The BRIC and its impact on revitalizing downtown

Opinion - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:04am

I've been writing an application for a performing arts charter high school (a potential economic driver for the city) for months. I needed a place to work where I could get technical assistance, re...

John Bullis: How green it is

Opinion - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:04am

It is great to drive into Carson City from any of the three highways. From the east on Highway 50, the Eagle Valley East Golf Course is a welcome sight. All that green grass sort of says "this is a...

Nevada Businesses Caught Falsely Claiming Licensing Exemptions

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 3:50am

An executive audit of Nevada’s business license filings has found that a significant number of businesses are falsely claiming they are exempt from paying the annual business license fee.

Nevada Division of insurance advises steps for motorists involved in accidents

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 1:22am

By Jake Sunderland
CARSON CITY, Nev. – According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Traffic Safety Facts report, during 2009, more than 5.5 million motor vehicle crashes were reported to police across the U.S. If you were in an accident, would you know what information to get for an insurance claim? The Nevada Division of insurance offers these easy to follow tips to get the necessary information following a crash.

Be Prepared

Carson City aims to strengthen tourism

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 1:06am

The Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau hopes to improve its marketing strategy to get more visitors to come to the state's capital. KRNV My News 4 reports the agency hired Strategic Marketing Group from South Lake Tahoe to research and plan how to do so. Click here to read the story and watch the video.

Children’s Environmental Science Day at Lake Tahoe set for August 13

Outdoors - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 12:58am

By Heather Segale
Children are invited to spend the day with scientists to learn about the unique ecology, function, restoration and preservation of Lake Tahoe.

Carson City Supervisors to vote on increasing fees for services

News - Last Update Mon, 07/11/2011 - 5:41pm

Carson City Supervisors will be voting at their Aug. 4 meeting on whether to increase fees for a host of services, including water, sewer, right-of-way-toll, electric and natural gas franchise fees, and landfill rates.

During last week's board meeting, City Manager Larry Werner discussed increased costs the city will incur due to changes in the state budget, and franchise fees were one of the options raised to fill that gap.

State Transportation Board Votes For More Oversight And Transparency Of Agency

News - Last Update Mon, 07/11/2011 - 6:58pm

CARSON CITY – Members of the state Transportation Board, including Gov. Brian Sandoval, voted today to extend their oversight of the activities of the Department of Transportation, a move that will require more frequent meetings and more timely review of contracts.

Contractors Group Asks State Officials To Consider Increased Highway Funding For Jobs, Olympic Bid

News - Last Update Mon, 07/11/2011 - 4:44pm

CARSON CITY – A contractors representative told the state Transportation Board today that officials missed out on opportunities to increase road funding in the 2011 legislative session, and that failing to act promptly on the issue could cost Northern Nevada a competitive bid for the 2022

Kayaker flips in river, Carson City fire and rescue respond

News - Last Update Mon, 07/11/2011 - 3:24pm

Carson City fire and rescue crews responded this afternoon to the Deer Run bridge where a kayak apparently flipped. Those in the water are now out and safe, authorities said.
According to police scanner traffic, two females, possibly a mother and a daughter, were riding in separate kayaks down the Carson River when one of the kayaks flipped over in the water. One female, reportedly stuck in the river, was rescued and reunited with family members, according to police scanner traffic.

Carson City man arrested for starting fire in Brunswick Canyon

News - Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 9:29am

Sheriff's deputies arrested a 25-year-old Carson City man whose alleged use of fireworks started a brush fire in Brunswick Canyon Saturday night.

According to the arrest report, a deputy responding to the scene of the fire found a truck with six subjects in it, along with numerous fireworks. The driver, Jay Summerville, allegedly told deputies that one of the fireworks had gone across the Carson River and started a fire in a bush.

Healthy Beginnings' 5th Year Anniversary Celebration

- Last Update Mon, 07/11/2011 - 10:54am

For Immediate Release
July 11, 2011
Contact: Dawn Gowery
775.828.4547
publisher@HBmag.com

LOCAL HEALTH MAGAZINE CELEBRATES GROWTH AND LONGEVITY

Healthy Beginnings Magazine’s 5th Year Anniversary
Reno, NV July 30, 2011 – Healthy Beginnings magazine celebrates five years of dedication to its readers with a community gathering to meet and chat with the experts who regularly contribute to the publication. This 5th year anniversary celebration will take place at Whole Foods in Reno on Saturday, July 30, 2011 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Open Air Strings

- Last Update Mon, 07/11/2011 - 9:35am

Sue Jesch from Strings for the Schools teaches a violin class Monday morning in front of the Northern Nevada Children's Museum.

Nevada gaming revenues jump 16 percent in May

News - Last Update Mon, 07/11/2011 - 6:57am

Statewide casino revenue from gaming jumped more than 16 percent for the month of May compared to the same time last year, the Nevada Gaming Control Board announced today.

Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $984,014,981 for the month of May 2011. This amounts to a 16.16 percent increase compared to May 2010, when licensees reported a gaming win of $847,136,303.

For the fiscal year (July 1, 2010 through May 31, 2011), gaming win has increased 1.94 percent.

Singer's donation to wild-horse group criticized

News - Last Update Mon, 07/11/2011 - 4:22am

RENO (AP) - Sheryl Crow, hailed as a champion of wild horses that roam the range in the West, has been criticized by a national animal rights group that is calling her a hypocrite for performing at...

FREE Class On Medical Insurance- Group vs. Individual

- Last Update Tue, 07/12/2011 - 4:37am

Attend a free class about Medical Insurance - Group vs. Individual – 1 hour with time for questions a. Different types of policies - HMO, PPO, POS, HSA, HRA b. Underwriting process – how they differ in regard to guaranteed issue, rate guarantees, participation requirements, etc. c. Group vs. individual dental and vision insurance (also discussed here)

To RSVP contact Julie Ann Utley with Jewels Benefits at (775)883-6052. Visit http://jewelsbenefits.com for additional contact information.

Seating is limited!

Letter: Move your helicopter night training somewhere else

Opinion - Last Update Sun, 07/10/2011 - 8:41pm

Dear Editor:

I just read an article about the helicopter training going on at night at the Carson City airport. It is cool we can help these pilots with their training, and the extra income to the area is nice, but I don't know that the lack of sleep for many residents of north Carson is worth it. I don't suppose it is feasible to, in addition to their night-vision training, to incorporate some stealth training?

Movie Review: 'Horrible Bosses' a look back at the Three Stooges

Lifestyle - Last Update Sun, 07/10/2011 - 4:58pm

The aptly if crudely named "Horrible Bosses," now playing at the Fandango Galaxy cineplex in Carson City, could be taken as an update on the Three Stooges, with Jason Bateman as Nick Hendricks, Charlie Dale as Dale Arbus and Jason Sudekis as Ken Buckman. Stooges fans may resent the comparison but it's pretty accurate, even down to the facial slaps of Curly, Moe and Larry.

Here Nick is bypassed by a conniving boss David Harken (Kevin Spacey) who gives himself the job Nick has been waiting for. Kurt is bypassed as company president.

Republicans double down on debt ceiling

Opinion - Last Update Mon, 07/11/2011 - 7:13am

It's been a couple of weeks since I wrote about our local GOP candidate for Congress Mark Amodei and his politically opportunistic attempt to shed his moderate past and prove he's just as crazy as the other Tea Party people by declaring he would vote against raising the debt ceiling.

Officials OK multi-purpose athletic center site, design