UPDATE 3:11PM: As of Monday afternoon, snow is beginning to fall on city streets and has begun to accumulate in the foothills above Carson City. NVroads.com reports chain controls on US-50 from Glenbrook to mile post 1.0 in Carson City; SR-207 from US-50 Junction to Dagget Pass; SR-28 from US-50 Junction to Crystal Bay and SR-431 from State Route 28 to Douglas Fir Drive. Also, vehicles over 9 feet high are prohibited on Old US-395 from Davis Creek Park to Eastlake Boulevard (South) and on I-580 from Old US-395 (Exit 16) to Mt Rose Highway (Exit 24) in Washoe County.
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High winds barreled through the Carson City area Monday morning and will continue through the day, with gusts of 60 mph to 70 mph possible in wind prone areas from Reno to Carson Valley and even higher along Sierra ridges.

Locals paid their respects to a tribute to the Forgotten Civil War Soldiers Project in Carson City on Sunday. The tribute-organized by the Nevada State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) pays homage to those who have served and are currently serving our country.

Hello Carson City and surrounding area women. We invite you to learn, network be inspired, and meet other professional business owners, entrepreneurs, and women supporting women. If you are looking for more positive interactions that will propel you forward, this is a fantastic place to be.

They're back! The Sierra-Tahoe Auxiliary of the Fleet Reserve No. 137 is excited to once again offer their annual Carson City rummage sale, April 30 to May 1, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Veteran's Hall at 2nd and Curry streets.

In March the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team received a 2022 National Wildfire Mitigation Award for innovation and leadership in wildfire mitigation. The award recognizes outstanding service at the federal, state, local, and tribal levels of government and at the community level. It is the highest national honor an organization can receive for exceptional work and significant program impact in wildfire preparedness and mitigation.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — As snow is melting off the trails and the days are getting warmer, for the most part, many recreationists are ready to get outside on foot and on bikes. One of those ways to enjoy the outside at Lake Tahoe that is gaining in popularity is on an electric bicycle, also known as an e-bike. Where one can take an e-bike is often confusing.

The Carson Valley Art Association announces the opening of their art show April 6, at the Copeland Gallery, 1572 US Hwy 395 in Minden. The show runs April 6 through May 30. Hours at 10 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday.

Artists showing their work include: John Warden – Photography, Pat Jordan – Jewelry, Carolynn Denning – Painting, LaVonne Vasick – Watercolor, and Kristy Dial – Gourds.

A dramatic shift in the weather and a sharp return to winter conditions is expected beginning Monday for the Carson City and Sierra region with damaging winds probable, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a High Wind Warning.

Here is the Carson City road report for the week of April 11-17, 2022. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

State lawmakers have allocated a quarter of a billion federal aid dollars to build, preserve and develop affordable housing, the largest state investment in affordable housing infrastructure aimed at alleviating Nevada’s skyrocketing rents and home prices.

Come to the Carson City Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, April 14 for a Coffee and Conversation with Mayor Lori Bagwell.

Mark Twain was a resident of Carson City on and off for three years and left just before Nevada became a state. Of course, when he arrived here with his brother Orion Clemens, he was known then as Samuel Langhorne Clemens. It was on February 3, 1863 that he became Mark Twain - thus the writer Mark Twain could be considered as born here.

A variety of bird life in the early morning light at the marsh behind Buzzy's Ranch in Carson City.

The suspect in the kidnapping and murder of 18-year-old Naomi Irion was formally charged with murder Friday morning in court.

Troy Driver, 41, remained in the Yerington jail and appeared virtually in Judge Lori Matheus’s courtroom in Fernley.

The next Carson City School District School Board meeting will take place next Tuesday April 12 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room within the Carson City Community Center.

In March, all candidates for local and state positions filed their intention to run for office, in everything from the senate to the school board.

The 2022 Nevada Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, June 14.

If you missed this week’s concert and introduction to the Andean pan flute (zampoña), do not despair. There will be another concert and introduction Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 4:30pm at the Silver City Schoolhouse.

Margaret Mello, Ward 3 candidate for the Carson City Board of Supervisors, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. Area residents for over 50 years, Margaret and husband Bob are well known for the many years they served the community as concrete contractors.

Helen Keller said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” Instructors at Western Nevada College and Pioneer Academy are beginning to embrace this sentiment by collaborating on a new course for Pioneer students.

The Nevada Day Board of Directors announces the theme for the 2022 Nevada Day Parade. The Board feels communities across the state need a reason to celebrate so the parade theme this year will be, ”Carnivál On The Comstock."

“Carnivál represents colorful floats, upbeat music, it’s a reason to dress up and have fun!” stated the President of the Nevada Day Board of Directors, Bobby Bean.

Grab your friends and join us! The CMS PTO is hosting the Get Your Boots On Fundraiser on April 29th from 6-8pm at the Governor's Mansion. This adult-only event features live music from local band Time Served and drinks by Capital Beverages. Buy your admission tickets now before they are gone!

A discussion was held Thursday by the Board of Supervisors regarding the potential disposal of the city-owned property at 2621 Northgate Lane.

At the meeting, supervisors tabled the decision until language could be updated, but agreed that the sale of the building will begin in early July.

Western Nevada Development District Executive Director, Sheryl Gonzales, has announced her retirement effective June 30, 2022. She joined the organization in 2013 as a Project Manager and has served in the capacity of Executive Director since 2020. The announcement has prompted WNDD to launch a nation-wide search for a new Executive Director.

The Carson City Fire Department announced recent promotions and retirements in March.