News - Last Update Wed, 09/08/2021 - 10:12am
A 35-year-old man was arrested Sunday for suspicion of multiple sex crimes involving a minor under the age of 14, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.
Lifestyle - Last Update Wed, 09/08/2021 - 7:58am
Beginning this Sunday, Sept. 12, Franktown Apples in Washoe Valley will open its "u-pick" orchard to the public for apple picking.
By Quest Lakes
Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey counties will hosts its monthly meeting on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021, 9 a.m. via Zoom. The public meeting includes member updates and introductions, discussion of matters of regional importance to health and wellness, plus presentations by guest speakers.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 10:20pm
UPDATE 10:20PM: The fire was knocked down at 9:43 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
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On Tuesday night, a fire was reportedly burning at the Carson City Dump, located off of Flint Road near Mound House just before 9 p.m.
Firefighters are on scene currently fighting the blaze.
Residents are urged to avoid the area, and use caution on Highway 50.
By LCRCC
Tell your friends, neighbors and family members to drop by our LCRCC booth at the Dayton Valley Days on September 18th and 19th, 2021. You will be able to receive a free US Constitution booklet and a free Republican water. You will be able to Register in the Party of choice. Remember you must be Registered in a Party of choice to be able to have a voice for one of those Candidates in the Primary. You will be able to meet local Candidates. You will also find t-shirts, hats and more!See you then!
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 4:55pm
Carson City Sheriff's Office
On Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021 at about 3:20 a.m. the Carson City Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of North Carson Street and Hot Springs Road to investigate a reported shooting between two vehicles traveling southbound on Carson Street.
Community - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 4:10pm
Carson City Republican Women invite its members and community to attend the upcoming meeting Tuesday, September 21, 2021 to hear John Tsarpalas, President, Nevada Policy Research Institute. Mr. Tsarpalas is deeply committed to spreading limited government ideas and policy to create a better, more prosperous Nevada for all.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 3:57pm
Paula Peterson, SouthTahoeNow.com
More evacuations orders were lifted Tuesday near South Lake Tahoe for El Dorado county neighborhoods from Al Tahoe Boulevard to just east of Elks Club Drive as firefighting efforts continue. The Caldor Fire was 49 percent contained and mapped at 216,646 acres, according to Cal Fire in a Tuesday morning report.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 3:32pm
NHP Trooper Charles Caster
On Saturday, August 28, 2021 at approximately 5:10 p.m., Nevada Highway Patrol Troopers responded to a head-on crash at US-95A and Muller Road.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 3:21pm
UNR Cooperative Extension
RENO — With wildfires raging in the West, two University of Nevada, Reno researchers are doing further studies on two herbicides known to reduce cheatgrass, a fine fuel that ignites readily.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 2:13pm
The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection will be hosting free household (“elemental”) mercury waste collection events to give Northern Nevada residents the opportunity to safely dispose of household items that contain mercury, a chemical found in products like thermometers and older thermostats.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 1:59pm
A 21-year-old Fallon man died in a vehicle rollover early Monday, Sept. 6 at Highway 50 and US-50A in Silver Springs, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 1:47pm
Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Tuesday afternoon to a vehicle crash involving a motorcycle at Emerson Drive and Arrowhead Drive.
by Jeffery Pace
Once again Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery is bringing in the pumpkins you asked for. New styles and colors to brighten up your Autumn. Hand-blown art glass pumpkins, cement pumpkins, felted pumpkins, pumpkin jewelry and a few pieces by Louise Noel.
Mark your calendars now and come and find the perfect one.
Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery is located at 405 N Nevada Street. You can learn more about the gallery by clicking here.
Community - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 12:09pm
by Kelsey Penrose
A licensing agreement was approved between Carson City and Duncan Golf Management for Duncan to continue managing the city-owned Eagle Valley Golf Course, an agreement that will continue through 2027.
After early postponement of our 2020 concerts and cancellation of our 2021 concert series, the Carson Valley Arts Council concert series is back! The Carson Valley Arts Council will kick off its 2021-2022 Concert Series beginning October 8, bringing diverse local music performers as well as performers from across the country to our local community and schools.
By Michael Smith, Ideas on Tap
"Critical Race Theory and Why is it Under Attack?" will be Wednesday’s Sept. 8 Ideas on Tap topic of discussion to be held at the Union Eatery and Brewery in Carson City beginning, 6 p.m.
This is a free event and open to the public, in adherence with the CDC guidelines attendees are asked to wear a face mask. If you’re fully vaccinated, face masks are optional.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 10:43am
The Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash on Highway 50 and Occidental Drive in Dayton on August 25 that killed a Dayton woman and a Las Vegas man.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 10:27am
Firefighters battling the Dixie Fire near Susanville contended with spot fires Monday evening with the fire having crossed Highway 395 south of Milford, closing the highway briefly, according to a Cal Fire morning report.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 9:24am
Carson City School District
First-day jitters are not just for students. The Carson City School District (CCSD) was pleased to announce the appointment of 10 new principals and district administrators (alphabetically by school) for the 2021-2022 school year.
News - Last Update Tue, 09/07/2021 - 5:16pm
UPDATE: The Carson City Sheriff's Office has release more information regarding the early Tuesday morning shooting and vehicle pursuit that resulted with two females in custody. Go here for the latest information.
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UPDATE 6:52AM: Two female suspects are in custody and a third person remains at large following a shooting earlier this morning on North Carson Street, Sheriff Ken Furlong said. The incident allegedly started in Washoe Valley, with shots fired in the area of North Carson Street that hit a vehicle. Investigators combed the shooting area and located a number of bullet casings. North Carson Street is now open.
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Southbound lanes on North Carson Street near Hot Springs Road and Winnie Lane were closed Tuesday morning as the Carson City Sheriff's Office investigates a shooting, according to Sheriff Ken Furlong. No injuries were reported.
By David Bugli
Carson City Historical Society is proud to host Samantha Szesciorka presenting a lecture on "Long Riding" on Zoom on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021, at 7:30 p.m.
Outdoors - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 5:51pm
Photo by Gina Marie
Today we could see the sunshine and skies again. I love where we live. Here's a quick pic behind Gold Dust West in Carson City.
News - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 5:53pm
Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called late Monday afternoon to a vehicle crash with injuries on College Parkway near 20 College Parkway.
Outdoors - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 12:58pm
By JoAnne Skelly
The days have been bleak with constant smoke and I feel badly for all those who have fled, and possibly lost, their homes. I can’t imagine not having our home, trees and the landscape we have spent 33 years nurturing. I haven’t worked in the yard for a long time and feel I have lost my connection to nature.
News - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 12:32pm
Paula Peterson, SouthTahoeNow.com
Firefighters on the Caldor Fire near South Lake Tahoe continued to work tirelessly throughout the night Sunday into Monday morning, patrolling and holding the fire at current perimeters. Crews continued the aggressive direct attack, mop up, and building upon previously constructed hand line.
Empire Ranch Golf Course
To honor and thank our first responders, Empire Ranch Golf Course in Carson City is hosting a complementary day of golf and a tournament on Saturday, Sept. 11. We hope you'll take a day to relax and have some fun.
News - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 10:24am
Firefighting efforts continue along the lines of the Dixie Fire near Susanville, which was mapped Monday morning at 910,495 acres and is 57 percent contained.
Nevada Artists Association
Join us Sunday, Sept. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the NAA Gallery in Carson City for a reception featuring the photography of Will Barber, the photography of Tim Ogle and the watercolors of Leanne Ogle. Each person attending this event will have a free chance to win artwork from the artists. Light refreshments will be provided.
Opinion - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 9:28am
By McAvoy Layne
Huckleberry and Emmeline are pet Jays that stop by for breakfast, lunch and Happy Hour. This morning, quite out of the ordinary, they showed up together, and got into a furious fight over a peanut. I had to go out onto the deck and separate them.
Outdoors - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 9:15am
Photography by Edward Howell
A clear, full color Monday morning along the Carson River.
Community - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 9:04am
By Denise Clodjeaux
If you are in your golden years or caring for someone who is, you’ll want to join the Rotary Club of Carson City at its next weekly meeting. The meeting takes place Tuesday, September 7, at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s grand Ballroom.
News - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 7:35am
Division of Emergency Management
As more mandatory evacuations are being lifted in the South Lake Tahoe area on the Nevada and California side, the Division of Emergency Management in collaboration with state and local agencies are encouraging residents to stock up on essential necessities such as groceries, household supplies and fuel before returning home.
Nevada Real Estate Division
Nevada Real Estate Division Administrator Sharath Chandra has announced that a key leadership position at the division has been filled. Jason Wyatt has been named Ombudsman for Owners in Common-Interest Communities and Condominium Hotels Ombudsman effective Sept. 1.
News - Last Update Sun, 09/05/2021 - 4:06pm
Paula Peterson, SouthTahoeNow.com
Less than a week after being forced from their homes due to the encroaching Caldor Fire, residents in the city limits of South Lake Tahoe are now able to return home as of 3 p.m. Sunday. Mandatory evacuation orders are being lifted, but the area will still be in a yellow zone, with residents urged to be aware at all times of the news about the Caldor Fire.
All other areas within El Dorado County near South Lake Tahoe remain under Evacuation Order, including Christmas Valley, Meyers and North Upper Truckee.
News - Last Update Sun, 09/05/2021 - 3:52pm
Paula Peterson, SouthTahoeNow.com
UPDATE 3:51PM: The City of South Lake Tahoe announced Sunday afternoon that residents in the city limits can return home as mandatory evacuations were lifted in the city limits. Go here for the latest update.
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With nearly 5,000 personnel in a unified effort to stop it, the Caldor Fire in El Dorado County, which edged near South Lake Tahoe a few days ago, was mapped at 215,400 acres and was 43 percent contained as of Sunday afternoon.
VisitVirginiaCitynv.com
The much-anticipated International Camel & Ostrich Races return to historic Virginia City this Sept. 10-12, 2021 for the 62nd annual event. Tickets are available online for the four shows taking place throughout the weekend.
News - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 7:22am
Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Sept. 6-12, 2021. The following roads will be impacted this week.
News - Last Update Mon, 09/06/2021 - 7:17am
On Friday morning, a memorial was held for the victims of the Carson City IHOP shooting, which included three Nevada National Guard members and one civilian.
The shooting occurred ten years ago Monday, on Sept. 6, 2011, and has been remembered each year by the community.
News - Last Update Sun, 09/05/2021 - 2:28pm
Heading into Labor Day, temperatures around the Carson City region and lower valleys will be in the low-90s, with the hot weather expected to last through Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.
News - Last Update Sun, 09/05/2021 - 9:35am
Shifting winds and spot fires made for extreme fire behavior Saturday on the eastern flank of the Dixie Fire near Susanville. As of Sunday morning the fire is 893,852 acres and 56 percent contained, according Cal Fire.
News - Last Update Sun, 09/05/2021 - 6:49am
By Phil Brady
Carson High School will begin its 150th anniversary homecoming celebration Sept. 17 with the all school assembly in the Big Gym during the last class of the day. Leadership students well lead the assembly with the first activity being the introduction of the Homecoming King and Queen candidates who will make their grand entrance onto the gym floor.
News - Last Update Sun, 09/05/2021 - 5:44am
With more than 4,000 personnel assigned to the Caldor Fire and thousands who have been forced to evacuate the South Lake Tahoe community, many people are asking how they can help.
Jannelle Calderon, the Nevada Independent
For what appears the first time in Nevada history, non-major party voters have surpassed Democratic and Republican voters.
Community - Last Update Sat, 09/04/2021 - 2:39pm
Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada
It is with heavy hearts that the Children’s Museum must postpone its Pure Imagination Gala, again, due to the surge in Covid-19.
We are here to create a safe environment for all families, and during this time, it does not seem fitting to have a large event that could potentially add to the increasing cases.
By Ron Norton, ComputerCorps
Computercorps offers free use of the internet and computers and little or no cost computer repair and replacement for Caldor fire victims and first responders.
News - Last Update Sat, 09/04/2021 - 1:07pm
Douglas County Press Release
As of 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 4, some evacuation areas have been downgraded from mandatory to a warning, but South Lake Tahoe is still closed to non-essential traffic.
News - Last Update Sat, 09/04/2021 - 5:17pm
by Kelsey Penrose
UPDATE: Evacuation orders have downgraded since this article's publication, please visit this article for updated information specifically on evacuations.
As of Saturday morning at 7 a.m., the Caldor Fire is reported to be at 37 percent contained, burning at 214,107 acres.
News - Last Update Sat, 09/04/2021 - 11:07am
Douglas County Press Release
The Douglas County Community and Senior Center remains an active Evacuation Center for residents of Douglas County and Alpine County and is being operated by Douglas County Emergency Management and the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) for Douglas County and Alpine County evacuees affected by the Caldor Fire. Due to this, the facility will remain closed to the public through the Labor Day weekend.
News - Last Update Sat, 09/04/2021 - 9:13am
by Paula Peterson, South Tahoe Now
Multiple law enforcement agencies have been in South Lake Tahoe since the Caldor Fire started its eastward surge toward the lake. They assisted with evacuations after the orders were issued on Sunday and Monday, and since then have been on neighborhood patrol looking for those who chose to stay in town for nefarious reasons.