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The atmospheric river weather system continues Monday morning having already dumped a deluge of valley rain and Sierra snow to the region. As of Monday morning, snow levels have dropped into the lower foothills and areas of Washoe Valley.

Clark Scott Taylor, April 15th, 1968 - October 17th, 2021

Clark was born on April 15th, 1968 in Clarion County, Pennsylvania. He was born to Bonnie Kay Brown and Frank George Taylor.

He grew up in Carson City, where he graduated from Carson High School in 1986, and attended UC Monterey to study hospitality management, and trained under some of the best chefs in Nevada, broadening his naturally talented culinary skills as well as his ice carving artistry.

The Rotary Club of Carson City will step back in time at its next meeting when it explores the origins of recording devices. The meeting takes place on Tuesday, Oct. 26 at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom.

Rich McGregor, an expert on phonographs and other wind-up recording devices, will share his knowledge about the history of “talking machines." Local audiophiles or anyone else with interest is welcome to attend.

A new text message scam has been making the rounds this month, with seemingly innocent content that’s putting your private information at risk. Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be wary of this tempting scam.

Nevada added 4,400 jobs over the month as the state continues to recover from the COVID pandemic, according to the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation September 2021 economic report.

Persons interested in entering the Nevada Day Chalk Art Contest sponsored by the Carson City Host Lions Club have only until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021 to get an entry form into the Lions Club. The Chalk Art Contest will be part of the Nevada Day festivities on Saturday, Oct. 30.

After a massive illegal marijuana grow operation in Douglas County was discovered and dismantled last month, Nevada law enforcement authorities say there were two other grows in the state that were also found.

The Carson Intuitive Center is a branch of the Reno Psychic Institute. We are a safe place to explore your psychic abilities without having to go to Reno. Carson Intuitive Center offers classes, healings, and readings right here in Carson City.

Karen Hinton, dean and director emeritus of University of Nevada, Reno Extension, and current Carson City resident, was inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame this week, for her lifetime achievements and contributions to 4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization that develops citizenship, leadership, responsibility and life skills in youth through experiential learning.

The way we dial telephone numbers with 775 and 530 area codes have changed beginning today, Sunday. In order to add "988" as a national suicide hotline, all areas in the country that had a prefix of 988 will have to change to a 10-digit requirement on all local calls.

Are you ready for the storm? Make sure the storm drains around your house are clear of debris to help prevent flooding. The sand bagging station is set up and ready for you at our Corporate Yard, 3505 Butti Way just west of our building. Bring your own shovel.

UPDATE: The National Weather Service in Reno issued a Flood Warning on Sunday afternoon for western Carson City, Douglas County, northern Lyon County, Storey County, southern Washoe County, western Churchill County, southwestern Pershing County in Nevada and Alpine, El Dorado, Placer, Nevada, Plumas and Sierra county in northern California.

The celebration of Carson High School's 150th birthday continues with Leadership students making party hats and Digital Media and Yearbook classes assembling an entire website devoted to the history of Carson High School.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Oct. 25 to Oct. 31, 2021. Cosures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Fall colors blooming in Dayton Valley. View from the cemetery looking north.

Nevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter is hosting a game watch at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24, at Jimmy G's in Carson City.

Roller Derby Double Header Event Flyer

It's been two long years since Carson City's local roller derby team has gotten to put on their game face and bout to their hearts content.

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The Carson City Chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby is a community organization affiliated with Citizens’ Climate Lobby and Citizens’ Climate Education (https://citizensclimatelobby.org/). Our purpose is to develop and implement activities that provide accurate information about climate change and what can be done to mitigate the effects of climate change.  Everyone is welcome to attend the online Zoom meeting by contacting our email (cclcarsoncity@gmail.com) by November 1.

Opponents of the proposed Carson Valley Meats meat processing facility held a protest at City Hall Saturday to voice their concerns over a slaughterhouse being built within city limits.

A multiple vehicle crash was reported near Arrowhead and Medical Parkway just after 12 p.m. on Saturday.

At least two vehicles are involved. All southbound traffic lanes are currently blocked coming off the freeway onto Carson Street and traffic is being redirected.

Deputies and first responders are on scene and NHP is enroute.

Motorists must seek alternate routes.

Just before 11:30 p.m. a traffic accident was reported on I-580.

Two vehicles were involved in the northbound lanes near the highway 50 exit.

Deputies are enroute to the scene.

Motorists should seek alternate routes or use caution while in the area.

On Memorial Day weekend, 17-year-old Shelby Harmon of Carson City could have lost her leg — or her life — after she was crushed against a building by a vehicle, causing a substantial injury to her leg, if it weren't for the quick-thinking actions of three off-duty first responders.

On Friday, October 22, 2021, Jay Prater a local resident of Douglas County, Nevada was arrested on a Federal Indictment for local charges of Prohibited Person in possession of a firearm and possession of a controlled substance.

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada owes a tremendous “thank you” to everyone who participated in the 28th annual Luau last month.

The dinner raised over $250,000, doubling what was raised in 2020’s virtual format.

Recent storm has brought back water to the Carson River

Emma White is a vibrant young woman, an advocate and champion for people battling mental health issues. But that hasn’t always been the case. As a teenager Emma suffered from suicidal depression and wanted to kill herself. Fortunately, she didn’t. She has since battled her way out of that dark place and now helps others do the same.

Students at Carson High School have been participating in protests regarding some aspects of the student dress code that students allege are sexist due to the language singling out female students.

Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske and Senator James Settelmeyer will continue the tradition of hosting the Annual Nevada Day Chili Feed at the Carson Nugget on Saturday, October 30, 2021.

Carson City Public Works is offering free fall limb and leaf pickup scheduling now through Friday, Nov. 5.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area, the Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden area, and its surrounding regions ahead of this weekend's storm.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors and the Washoe County Board of County Commissioners will appoint a resident of Senate District 16 to fill the Senate seat vacated by the resignation of Senator Ben Kieckhefer earlier this month.

Have you ever been interested in owning a town? Well, your dream could become (half) a reality because half of Silver City is on the market.

In a listing published by Carson City’s NAI Alliance, a bulk sale including approximately 75 acres of Silver City is being offered for $5 million, encompassing half the town.

Occasionally, all that is needed to create a bit of success is a change in the setting. This was the case for Pioneer Academy senior, James Mason. Three years ago James joined the Pioneer family in search of a program that would help him feel more connected as an individual. He wasn’t doing poorly in his previous school, but he recognized he was not reaching his potential.

Local residents and groups appealing the Carson City Planning Committee’s approval of the Carson Valley Meats processing facility will be hosting a rally to protest the decision.

According to Jennifer Verive, one of the appellants who stated she is representing the neighborhood on Highway 50 East near the proposed location, residents are concerned with odors and sounds, uses of chemicals and their potential run off into Carson City’s drinking water, the potential for flies, what methods will be used, and how often animals will be on the property.

Join the Carson City Republican Party at our October meeting on Thursday, October 28th at the Casino Fandango Ballroom. Registration and networking with fellow conservatives start at 6:30PM and the meeting begins promptly at 7PM.

The Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range will adjust to its winter schedule beginning November 1. The Range will be open to the public for drop in use Tuesdays through Sundays 8:00am to 4:30pm, weather permitting.

Truckee Meadows Community College political science professor Fred Lokken will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon. Prof. Lokken's presentation will include insights into the prospects for passage of physical and social infrastructure bills currently stalled in the US Senate, as well as the status of on-going attempts to entrench minority rule in state legislatures and the House of Representatives through district map gerrymandering and voter suppression laws.

Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is providing the Quad-County community with a weekly update for the week starting October 14 and ending October 20, 2021.

Many thanks to all the parents and families who joined us at Empire Elementary School in Carson City on Wednesday evening for the outdoor fall festival and "Read and Treat."

Can you spare some space for local children in need? Toys for Tots has recently lost its distribution site to assist families with toys for Christmas.

Coach Eli Romero will be doing 1 hour of burpees to raise money for Family Support Council of Douglas County. The event will be held Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at CrossFit Ampersand, 1539 U.S. Highway 395 N, Ste 2 Minden. Come cheer him on or participate!

The Carson City Board of Supervisors appointed three members to the Carson City Airport Authority during the Thursday meeting. Prior to the vote, a citizen came forward stating that one member facing re-election had committed illegal acts by blocking the citizen's business from operating at the airport.

Carson City’s entertainment and dining scene will soon get a big boost. The Nashville Social Club is set to open next spring at 1105 South Carson Street.

Owned by long time Northern Nevada residents and married couple John Procaccini and Kitty McKay, the Nashville Social Club will serve hip Southern food and drink in its 125-seat dining room, lounge and sun porch. The venue also features two stages, a Music and Banquet Hall for up to 200 guests as well as a retail promenade with micro boutiques.

After nearly 3 years, the prosecution of Wilber Martinez-Guzman is finally coming to a close. During a status hearing Thursday morning in Washoe County District Court, Guzman pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including four First Degree Murder with Use of a Deadly Weapon charges.
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UPDATE: The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for portions of western Nevada, including Carson City, Carson Valley, Reno and the greater Lake Tahoe area from Saturday night through Monday morning.

A 64-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of battery with a deadly weapon in which a person was stabbed in the knee with a knife, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

ARLINGTON, VA — Independent Electrical Contractors — a nationally recognized trade association specializing in apprenticeship training — today announced the launch of its newest chapter in the Northern Nevada area. This is the first IEC Chapter in Nevada which is in the state capitol of Carson City.

After burning for more than 60 days, the Caldor Fire, which threatened the south shore area of Lake Tahoe before firefighters successfully pushed it out of a destructive path, has reached 100 percent containment, the U.S. Forest Service said Thursday.

Students and staff members in the Carson City school district will rock and roll in earthquake drills throughout the day today, Thursday, Oct. 21. The events are part of the Great Nevada ShakeOut, an annual statewide earthquake drill designed to teach students and educators about how to protect themselves during an earthquake.

Lane shifts and reductions will take place today, Thursday, Oct. 21 on Highway 50 through the Cave Rock tunnels at Lake Tahoe as the Nevada Department of Transportation removes rock from the slope above the tunnels. The work was originally scheduled for Oct. 18, but was rescheduled due to weather.

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