The following is a story collaboration by retired Carson High School Language Arts and Journalism teacher Patt Quinn-Davis and CHS Librarian and Media Specialist Ananda Campbell.

Meander through a Carson High School yearbook from the 1930s or ’50s or ’70s, and read the graduates — Paul Laxalt, a Nevada governor and senator; Bob Crowell, a popular Carson City mayor; Lisa Schuette, Carson City supervisor; Grace Bordewich, well-loved and admired teacher; Ken Furlong, Carson City sheriff.

Carson City's Derrick Johnson defeated Shane Shook 224-168 to become the champion at the Northern Nevada Masters youth tournament last Sunday, January 23. The tournament was held at Carson Lanes and was sponsored by the Carson Country U.S. Bowling Congress Association.

The joy of winter is upon us along with the sports and outdoor activities that come with it. Winter sports are a great way to get some fresh air and have fun during these cold months. However, they can also involve high-speed and high-impact activities, which contribute to many injuries of the foot and ankle.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is seeking help from the community in reference to a stolen moped which occurred overnight on January 27th-January 28th at the Cherry Creek Apartment complex located at 3341 S Carson St in Carson City.

Hello, I am an AP Research student in Carson City, working towards a Capstone Diploma. In order to receive this, I am responsible for completing a research project.

While COVID-19 cases have been and continue to rise throughout the region, the Carson City School District is committed to keeping students in class.

There is a lot to budget for in retirement. While it’s fun to think about that dream vacation you want to take or the number of ski days you plan to log at the hill, it’s important to consider the unanticipated costs associated with healthcare. During this free online course open to anyone, expert financial planners at Greater Nevada Credit Union will help outline the potential healthcare costs people can anticipate in retirement. They will address what Medicare will cover and also set realistic expectations about what expenses a retiree’s budget may include.

As a follow-up to last month’s course where Greater Nevada Credit Union experts shared information around debt accrual, this month’s course is designed to help attendees manage their debt. GNCU financial counselors will compare various debt management solutions, describe the value of using debt management strategies such as loan consolidation, budgeting and debt management plans and explore debt management repayment solutions. Sign up today: https://www.gncu.org/Resources/Education/Financial-Tools-Tips/Greater-Fi....

The Lyon County Board of Commissioners are slated to discuss a second bridge over the Carson River in Dayton. Currently, there is one public access bridge from Highway 50 to Dayton Valley Road.

Each year, Carson City Toyota’s Dana Whaley braves his fear of heights to raise money for the Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Center.

Now in his tenth year, Dana is asking for the communities help of raising the goal donations of $3,000.

The Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Jocelyn Cortez to the Nevada Equal Rights Commission.

Central Lyon County Fire Protection District was dispatched Friday at around 2 a.m. to 3625 Cypress Street in Silver Springs for a reported large debris fire.

CARSON CITY — U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Secretary Dr. Jewel Bronaugh on Thursday announced that USDA is investing $8 million to build and improve critical community facilities in rural Nevada. This infrastructure funding will increase access to education, public safety, and community services while building sound infrastructure for people living in rural communities.

Grocery Outlet on North Carson Street in Carson City will close for good Thursday, relocating to 2100 East William Street, celebrating with a grand opening next week.

Carson City Mayor Lori Bagwell presented the State of the City on Thursday, Jan. 27 to a sold out Carson City Chamber of Commerce event at the Casino Fandango ballroom. Go here or see below the full presentation.

The Carson City School Board of Trustees is seeking feedback from teachers, employees, parents, families and community members via a brief community survey regarding candidate interviews for the Carson City School district superintendent position.

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board voted Wednesday unanimously to certify the Final Environmental Impact Statement and approve the Tahoe Keys Lagoons Aquatic Weed Control Methods Test Project.

Gaming generated revenue around Carson City area casinos was up nearly 20 percent in December compared to December 2020, according to figures released Thursday by the Nevada Gaming Control Board. Statewide, gaming revenue increased by 68 percent.

After spending 12 years with Nevada Day Inc. I just decided it was time to move on. It has truly been an honor to be part of this incredible organization, serving as President of the Board, and then as its first Executive Director.

The Carson City Host Lions Club is conducting a special campaign to collect and recycle used eyeglasses with the help of the Carson City School District. Collection boxes will be placed in elementary school classrooms on a rotating basis through Feb. 28.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Parking in the Stateline area of South Lake Tahoe has always been an issue - too many cars and not enough parking spaces. Since redevelopment brought the Heavenly Village, the gondola, and other new additions including the Chateau building over the last two decades, drivers are constantly searching the area for legal spaces to park.

Unemployment in Carson City was down slightly in December to 3.2 percent, according to figures released Monday from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation. In November the capital city's unemployment rate was 3.3 percent.

Green business is good business, with more entrepreneurs, industry and tech leaders looking to make cost-effective changes that not only saves them money, but are ultimately good for the environment.

Nevada Green Business Network — through a partnership with Western Nevada College and greenUP! — notes 30 businesses that were certified green for the state of Nevada in 2021, and that there are 70 other businesses in the process of becoming green certified for the state.

The next Carson City School District School Board meeting will take place tonight, Tuesday Jan. 25 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room within the Carson City Community Center.

Items up for discussion at the school board include aggression, interpersonal relationship reports, approval of budget corrections, and more.