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The first public State of the City address was coordinated by the Carson City Chamber on Feb. 10, 2012, when then Carson City Mayor Robert Crowell declared the city “in good hands” at his first formal State of the City address.

Carson Now reader Laura Wiggins said she saw "these two bald eagles keeping their eyes on us as we teed off at Sunridge Golf Course" south of Carson City in Douglas County. In the second photo, Carson Now reader Stella C captured a single bald eagle at Riverview Park in Carson City.

Sunshine and warm spring-like temperatures will continue for Carson City and surrounding counties into the midweek, with a shift expected to bring gusty winds, valley rain and Sierra snow into the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

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I take my dog for a walk every morning, right before the sun comes up, and the other day I saw an unusual sight so I went back and got my camera. There was a low-lying fog on the ground all around where I lived. It covered the part of Dayton where the golf course is and the schools. It covered the area where the old section of town is, it was all around me, but it wasn’t where I was standing (near Pioneer Crossing Casino)… and it never did come into my area. I’ve lived here 13 years and I’ve never seen that before.

UPDATE: 8:58PM: A 14-year old Carson City female pedestrian died at the scene of a vehicle crash Sunday night on North Carson Street, according to Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.

The girl was struck in the 3100 block of North Carson and East Nye Lane at around 5:40 p.m. At arrival, CCSO deputies began administering life-saving medical attention. However, upon the arrival of fire, paramedic units the teen was declared deceased at the scene.

An earthquake at 4:03 p.m. Sunday afternoon with a magnitude of 3.7, was recorded south of Reno near Virginia City by the Nevada Seismological Laboratory and the U.S. Geological Survey.

Dan Carstens, the newly named principal at Carson High School, will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting. The public is invited to attend. The meeting takes place Tuesday, Jan. 30, at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom in Carson City.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Jan. 29 to Feb. 4, 2024. Lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

On Saturdays at 9 p.m. KNVC Carson City community radio 95.1 will feature Angela Wheeler’s new show, “What Have You.” Angela, aka “Kitschy Mama,” runs an eclectic, punk-focused show. The music features a range of unique 60’s obscura — high energy rock, blues, jazz, samba, old advertisements, and TV moments.

Award winning jewelry artist Suzy Musil will teach a Beading Workshop on Sunday, February 25th, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at the NAA Gallery!

Noble Studios, a leading digital marketing agency, has been honored as one of Ad Age's "Best Places to Work 2024." This prestigious award recognizes Noble Studios' commitment to creating an inspiring and supportive work environment, fostering innovation and prioritizing the well-being and growth of its team.

Carson High School's wrestling team is gearing up for a highly anticipated duel against their arch-rivals, Douglas High School, on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at CHS in Carson City

A woman was found Friday morning at Heavenly Mountain Resort in South Lake Tahoe after spending the night in a gondola cabin.

Carson City nonprofit Muscle Powered, which is dedicated to promoting and creating pedestrian and bicycle-friendly infrastructure by maintaining and developing trails and resources, has been awarded for the second time a national recognition from the Coalition for Recreational Trails.

UPDATE SUNDAY: A 5th-wheel was destroyed in a fire that happened early Saturday evening at an RV park on South Carson Street, according to a Carson City Fire Department Battalion Chief.

Anna Shane shows a brown trout she caught at the Nevada Youth Range Camp.

Anna Shane, a local high school student from Carson City, has been selected by the Nevada Section of the Society for Range Management to participate in the High School Youth Forum, an SRM sponsored youth activity held jointly during the 77th SRM International Conference.

A bald eagle while taking a walk Friday at Riverview Park in Carson City.

Photo Exhibit, Gardnerville, nature photography, landscape, Local, Art Show

Local photographer Mark Gillard’s art is featured in a one man show at DST Coffee in Gardnerville now through Feb. 17. His work ranges from landscapes to flora and fauna; historic buildings to his favorite — cows.

Brilliant color over Carson City with the Friday morning sunrise.

The Bethlehem Lutheran School of Carson City is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day themed Bunco Night Fundraiser March 1 at 5:30 p.m.

Registration is $25 and includes game play, a baked potato and chili bar, prizes, a kids hangout with bingo and dinner in the fellowship hall, and a raffle.

Do we have a treat for you! Bill Wharton will be at Polecat Tavern on Saturday, February 3rd beginning at 7pm.

This just in! Deception at Polecat Tavern. You KNOW them. You LOVE them.

Mile High Jazz Band will present “Jazz Sampler for Sweethearts” on Valentine's Day Eve, Tuesday, February 13, 2024, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Gina's Good Life Music & Lounge, 507 N. Carson Street inside the Carson Nugget. The music is free; donations are welcome.

Winterfest celebrations kicked off this afternoon with an assembly, and Carson High School was pleased to announce the student-elected candidates and theme and fundraising beneficiary: “Senators Got Game” and Special Olympics, respectively.

On January 18, the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners adopted an ordinance which revises the oversight of China Spring Youth Camp from the 9th Judicial District Court to the Douglas County Manager’s Office. This ordinance will be effective February 1, 2024.

At the beginning of last year, I shared the agency goals of the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office. Planning is important to my Command Staff and I, and setting goals that are obtainable and measurable is key. Our “goal sheet” is truly a living document.

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Molly Walt, chief executive officer of the Nevada Rural Counties Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), where she is responsible for the overall strategic, fiscal, operational, government and community relations of the organization. She is committed and enthused to lead staff in accomplishing RSVP's mission of providing lifesaving volunteer programs that help seniors maintain their dignity, self-respect and independence.

Just before 7:30 p.m. on Friday, a crash involving two vehicles was reported in the area of College Parkway and Lompa Lane.

Traffic is currently blocked. Injuries are unknown.

Motorists should seek alternative routes.

First responders are en route to the scene.

We'll update as information becomes available.

On January 23, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the Nevada State Police responded to a crash at the location of Eastbound US50 near Highlands Drive (Mile Marker 1) in Lyon County, Nevada.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2000 Ford F-350 was traveling eastbound on US50 approaching Highlands Drive.

On January 24th, 2024, at about 2100 hours, Deputies responded to the 3400 block of Airport Road where a person had been stabbed. The caller reported the suspect had fled the area after stabbing the victim and pointing a firearm at him.

Miller Counseling is partnering with Douglas Center for Hope and Healing to offer grief support groups to Carson City and the surrounding rural communities Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m.

The Miller Counseling and Wellness Center is located at 104 W. Telegraph St. in Carson City.

The Center for Hope and Healing has been providing grief support to Douglas County for the last 10 years. The goal of building this partnership is to make the free support groups available and easier to access to more members of the Northern Nevada community.

While the official voting date for the 2024 Presidential Preference Primary is set for Tuesday, February 6, early voting will officially begin tomorrow, Saturday January 27 in Carson City.

Early elections will continue through Friday, February 2.

The Nevada Day, Inc. Board of Directors announced the theme for the 2024 Nevada Day Parade to be our official state motto, “All For Our Country.”

Carson High School would like to celebrate Todd Gosselin. Todd enjoys being part of all things Carson High. He is an outstanding student, with a 4.9 GPA, a Blue crew commissioner and Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Chapter and State Officer, a student-athlete and works in the community teaching young children to swim.

On Wednesday, January 24, 2023 at approximately 1540 hours a subject reported his vehicle had been shot at while traveling on I580 in Carson City.

The Carson City Detective Division conducted an investigation into the matter and learned the incident stemmed from road rage.

The Carson Water Subconservancy District (CWSD) Board of Directors presented the 2024 Andy Aldax Carson River Watershed Award to Dan Greytak and the Truckee-Carson Irrigation District (TCID).

The award, named for longtime CWSD Director Andy Aldax, recognizes the exemplary service of individuals and organizations who devote 10 years or more to conserving and protecting the Carson River Watershed.

Michael Duncan defeated Gabriel Ruvalcaba to become the champion at the Northern Nevada Masters youth tournament last Sunday, Jan. 21. The tournament was held at Homegrown Bowling Center and was sponsored by the Carson Country U.S. Bowling Congress Association.

Bees, butterflies and other pollinators are key components of Nevada’s ecosystem, pollinating crops and native plants while serving as food for countless species.

Law enforcement made four drug-related arrests in Douglas and Washoe counties recently, taking a large amount of fentanyl and methamphetamine off the streets.

The Nevada Artists Association will be accepting entries for the 2024 Judged Winter Show on February 10, 10am-1pm.

Hello Carson Now readers, January is finally winding down. Enjoy the upcoming live music, comedy, theater, fundraisers, a paint and sip and more around the area. Here's a look at what this weekend has in store. Let us know in the comments below if we've missed something.

U.S. Forest Service fire prevention officers discovered earlier this week that the Smokey Bear fire danger sign on US-50 West near the top of Spooner Summit had been vandalized and the iconic bear missing.

Prepare for a night of laughs Saturday as nationally recognized funnyman Ryan Reiss takes the stage in Carson City at the Carson Nugget Grand Showroom with two shows.

Nevada Humane Society's pet of the week is Laffy Taffy. This 1-year-old boy was recently transferred to our Carson City campus. He came in as a stray at our Reno campus in October of 2023. Laffy Taffy is a very sweet, energetic boy who can’t wait for his fur-ever home.

CARSON CITY, Nevada — The National Taxpayers Union, along with Nevada State Sen. Robin L. Titus, M.D., have filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of SB 420, a 2021 bill that provides for the establishment of a “Public Option” health insurance system controlled by the state government.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance from the public in identifying suspects involved in grand larceny thefts, the most recent one happening Jan. 14, 2024 at CVS Pharmacy at 1980 N Carson St.

This EmployNV Resume Workshop will teach you how to prepare a professional resume that reflects your skills, knowledge, and education that are relevant to the jobs you are seeking! Attend this workshop on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, from 10am-11am at the EmployNV Career Hub, 1929 N. Carson St., Carson City, NV. Walk-ins are welcome! For more information, call 775-684-0400.

Eleven year-old kart racer and Carson City native Levi Annas will represent the capital city in the outlaw Kart High Desert Hustle held next month in Reno.

What Douglas County Homeowners Need to Know About Radon. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can rise into your home from the ground, increasing your risk for LUNG CANCER. All homes should be tested!

Click on the flier for details.
What you will learn:
• What is radon?
• How radon causes lung cancer
• How often should you test
• Where to go for answers
• How radon levels are lowered

Care Flight, a service of REMSA Health, celebrated the arrival of a new helicopter. The new aircraft, Care Flight 1, will begin service in late winter 2024, ensuring access to life-saving emergency medical care in rural Nevada. It will replace a similar, but older model helicopter. Care Flight 1 will be based in Fallon, Nevada as one of four in Care Flight’s fleet of helicopters.

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