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Although I'm not a particularly religious person, I admire and respect people of faith and resent those who take advantage of their deeply held faith. That's why I was pleased when a Texas jury con...

A new study shows climate change could cut suitable trout habitat in the western U.S. in half over the next 70 years, with some species of trout experiencing greater decline than others, researcher...

A group representing Carson City's hotels and motels has become increasingly frustrated by a tourism bureau that it says is stuck in the past and does little to foster and support events that attra...

A Carson City man was found shot to death Saturday afternoon in a remote area of Brunswick Canyon, but officials have declined to say whether he is the victim of a homicide or an accident."The i...

With so many issues facing youngsters today, the Washoe Tribe Police believe it is vital to plan special events to give tribal youth the tools they need to make good choices.The Washoe Tribe Pol...

RENO - The first bear hunting season in Nevada history began Saturday with a protest and few hunters in the field.Only six hunters turned out on the opening day of the season and no bears were kill...

The Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners have voted to release Desert Bighorn Sheep, one of North America's most endangered mammals, into the 107,000 acre Tahoe Reno Industrial Center."Soon volun...

Chris Lemmers has been shocked more times than he can remember. As a fish surveyor for the Forest Service, his job is to walk or boat the rivers, streams and creeks of the region with an LR-24 Elec...

Did you feel like you needed Dramamine to get through recent stock market sessions? It was quite the wild ride and there is no way to know if things will settle down any time soon. Keep in mind tha...

The success of an acquisition in Arizona in 2009 convinced executives of Benco Dental Supply to expand their West Coast presence to capture more market share in the region.Benco last week officiall...

With an eye on landing apparel-manufacturing operations that are headed back to the United States from overseas locations, Douglas County officials are moving closer to the launch of a cut-and-s...

Let me start out by saying that Terrelle Pryor got what he deserved.Why shouldn't Pryor be penalized by the NFL? He went out and knowingly hired an agent because he didn't want to sit out five game...

Carson High wasn't anywhere near full strength when it took the field for its scrimmage against McQueen on Saturday.Two-time all-4A running back Dylan Sawyers didn't even dress, wide receivers A...

LAKE TAHOE - Last year's La Nia led to a seemingly endless winter.And the climate pattern may be gearing up for a return this year, but that doesn't guarantee similar results when it comes to snowf...

I will always remember the extraordinary spectacle that unfolded before my eyes 14 years ago as I stood on the Hyatt Hotel pier at the north shore of Lake Tahoe.It was July 27, 1997, and I had trav...

RENO- Aces Ballpark a beautiful sight for downtown Reno was full of electricity on Saturday night as the Tacoma Rainiers rolled into town for the most important season series for the two teams. The Aces lead the Rainiers by five and a half games in the Pacific North Division as they start the four game series against the Rainiers.

The 'Voice of the Aces' Ryan Radtke started out his broadcast by saying the emotions of the two teams would be at an all-time high knowing what this series means for the both of them.

A Carson City man was shot and killed this morning in the Brunswick Canyon area following an apparent argument that involved two other local men, authorities said.

The body of the dead man was recovered at around noon after a Carson City man went to the Sheriff's Office on Musser Street at around 9 a.m. to report the shooting, said Sheriff Ken Furlong. A second man was found later in Brunswick Canyon, he added.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office is investigating a possible murder after a man arrived at their Musser Street office this morning with brain matter on his truck.Sheriff Ken Furlong said the man to...

I was proud of the men, women and children who spoke in support of the City Center Project on Aug. 8. They spoke with courage and conviction. They had a vision for Carson City in which we could all...

The smoke plume that rose above Carson Valley most of the week was absent on Friday morning, indicating that the Ray May fire had finally laid down.After a long night with reasonably light winds an...

A 38-year-old woman accused of using her 15-year-old daughter in multiple drug transactions pleaded no contest Friday to a single charge, and faces up to 15 years in prison at her sentencing Sept. ...

A Carson City judge determined Friday that there was enough evidence to try a former youth sports coach with possession of child pornography. Following a daylong preliminary hearing, Stanley Mills,...

Despite rumors to the contrary, Dayton Valley Days will go on this year in downtown Dayton, said organizers. "People were saying Dayton Valley Days was dead and wasn't going to come around this yea...

RENO - A professional rodeo clown who co-founded an anti-bullying program that is used nationwide is hitting the road in Nevada to promote his cause.Marvin Nash of Cheyenne, Wyo., on Friday began r...

Despite rumors to the contrary, Dayton Valley Days will go on this year in downtown Dayton, said organizers. "People were saying Dayton Valley Days was dead and wasn't going to come around this yea...

Last weekend I saw two of the weirdest race finishes in a while. Well, technically one of them happened on Monday, as once again NASCAR elected not to utilize Goodyear's treaded rain tires for the ...

Nevada's unemployment rate climbed to 12.9 percent in July, marking the second straight month the figure has increased, state officials said Friday.The July figure is a jump from 12.4 percent in Ju...

The Ray May Fire is now 85 percent contained, with an estimated containment set for Sunday, according to the Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center.

The fire has burned 3,895 acres, and there are now 608 firefighters battling the blaze. Firefighters spent the day mopping up and securing containment lines around the fire. It has been confirmed that three additional outbuildings were lost during the Wednesday night increased fire activity near the Ruby Hill Mine area.

SPARKS — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) now plans to consider not only the environmental impact but also the economic viability of Southern Nevada Water Authority’s (SNWA) multi-billion dollar plan to pump water from central Nevada into Las Vegas.

Breast cancer prevention to reach low-income women in rural Nevada areas
Honorary Chair- Nevada's First Lady, Kathleen Sandoval
Come and support the Mammovan Program!
Enjoy a delicious BBQ, music and door prizes.
Nevada Health Centers thanks you for the spirit of giving!

Funding of $4.5 million for two bikeway projects at Lake Tahoe, Nevada has been secured by the Tahoe Transportation District through the Nevada Department of Transportation and the U.S. Department of Transportation, according to a news release. Development of a 3.2 mile segment between Stateline and Round Hill at South Shore — part of an eventual 43 mile route along U.S.

The nonprofit Tahoe Fund partnership with Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort, called the "Ski Conservation Fund", will raise an estimated $75,000 annually for the nonprofit Fund to support environmental improvement projects within the Lake Tahoe Basin.

On the eve of opening the 2011-12 academic year, Sierra Lutheran High School (SLHS) has announced a series of events that the school will be sharing with the community to commemorate the school’s tenth anniversary.

Sierra Lutheran, which is part of the 165-year old Lutheran education system in America, has launched a Celebration Series that will offer the SLHS community and the community at-large the opportunity to take part in celebratory, informational, and recreational activities over the coming school year.

Carson City resident Jonah Navarro, 11, died at 9:30 a.m. Thursday.Diagnosed with brain cancer in 2010, it quickly spread to Jonah's hip and back. As a result, doctors declared Jonah as terminal...

CARSON CITY – When Jeff Mohlenkamp decided to accept the job as Nevada’s newest budget director, he knew going in it was going to be a challenge.
The state’s economic slump continues to be a drag on funding government services, although gaming and sales tax revenues have shown some improvement in recent months.

The Ray May Fire is 70 percent contained, with an estimated containment set for 8 p.m. tonight, according to the Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center.

Firefighters made great progress in suppressing and securing containment lines around the parameter of the fire yesterday and into the night. Today firefighters will begin mopping up and will continue to work to secure containment lines.

There are now 537 firefighters working on the Ray May Fire, with 16 engines, 5 air tankers, 9 helicopters, 2 dozers and 2 water tenders.

A total of seven structures have been lost, including one unoccupied residence on BLM land and a seasonal guest house.

An Idaho man is in custody in Twin Falls, accused in the death of a 3-year-old former Carson City boy.Lane Buddenhagen, 19, is being held in the Twin Falls jail on suspicion of felony injury to a c...

The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension's Living with Fire program is encouraging residents in the area of the Ray May Fire to take extra precautions to prepare their families and homes in c...

While Nevada remains at the bottom of states for the provision of health care to its uninsured and underinsured population, the state is proceeding with plans for the implementation of SB 440, whic...

Carson River Park, tucked among the cottonwood trees near Lloyd's Bridge in southeast Carson City, will be upgraded this fall, not only to accommodate small groups, but to reflect more of the ch...

Two men were injured Wednesday evening in a motorcycle accident on Geiger Grade.According to Trooper Chuck Allen, Timothy Knight was southbound a 1981 Honda motorcycle just before 8 p.m. with broth...

Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... Welcome to the National Football League, Colin Kaepernick. It took all of one NFL game - a practice game, no less - for Kaepernick to receive more criticism t...

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) - The boys from Billings keep making Montana Little League history.The first team from the state to advance to South Williamsport overcame a shaky start and three solo ...

One of my Muth's Truths blog readers recently wrote the following to Gov. Brian Sandoval via the administration's spiffy new website: "Sir: I am concerned regarding the civil unrest in England. As ...

A walk through Carson City’s historic district is always a unique ghostly experience. In preparation for this Saturday's Ghost Walk, check out this blog by Janet Jones, a local psychic medium who has been exploring the spirits of Carson City for more than 20 years.

There’s no better moment than Lake Tahoe in the fall to showcase our world class climbing and bouldering by creating the first ever Lake Tahoe Climbing Festival & Bouldering Competition in Meyers on Sept. 17, 2011.

The Northern Nevada Development Authority presents Good Things Happening in Carson City, on Sept. 13 at 7 a.m. at the Carson Nugget.

Join us as Mayor Bob Crowell outlines the great changes taking place in Carson City and their importance to the community as a whole, as well as how the health of the commercial real estate market relates to the proposed City Center Project.

Ray May fire update as of 4:15 p.m. of 8/18/2011, from Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center:

Firefighters continued aggressive direct attack this afternoon. Concentrated efforts were within the Ruby Hill Area.

Fire Containment is 70% with an estimated containment for Friday, 8/19 at 6:00 p.m.

This afternoon it was confirmed that 5 additional outbuilding structures were lost last night in the Ruby Hill Area.

CARSON CITY – The Nevada Legislature’s representatives at the state Homeland Security Commission meetings have been no shows this year, and the lack of participation is being cited as a concern by members of the panel, including Gov. Brian Sandoval.

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