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The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is working diligently to ensure that safety is the top priority this New Year’s Eve. They would like to share the following information and safety reminders with the public so that everyone can ring in the new year in a safe and fun manner:

On Friday it was announced that Stan Jones, former Carson City supervisor and long-time owner of the Purple Avocado, has passed.

Jones leaves a legacy behind in the capital city, from his extensive volunteer work, to being a small business leader, and more.

Natural Grocers is hiring for various departments at the Incline Village, NV location! Interviews will be held virtually on Thursday, January 11, 2024 from 10:00am to 1:00pm at bit.ly/NaturalGrocersVirtual-Jan11

Polecat Tavern proprietor Keith Alan Barnett will be performing tonight in between open mic activities. Keith will also welcome anyone up to the stage to join in.

A 40-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the 2200 block of Michael Drive Thursday night after allegedly backing his truck into a fence and damaging his neighbor’s vehicle.

According to the arrest report, the man was arrested after deputies were dispatched to a residence on report of an intoxicated subject who had crashed into his neighbor’s fence.

In the span of just three and a half years, CUTL has achieved a monumental milestone by removing more than 70,000 pounds of litter from lakes in the Sierra Nevada, including over 35,000 pounds directly from Lake Tahoe.

Join us at Polecat Tavern on Saturday, January 6th beginning at 7pm for Canyon White. Rocking…Soulful Music… from the heart…Voted RN&R 2015, 2016, 2017 Best Songwriter Musician.

21 & over only.

Polecat Tavern
260 W Winnie Lane
Carson City, NV 89703

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Happy Thursday, Carson Now readers! Let's take a look at what this weekend has in store.

Looking for specific New Years Eve Events? See our separate round up here.

Snow expected overnight Friday into Saturday at Lake Tahoe and Sierra has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Winter Weather Advisory.

Carson City area casino gaming profits increased 9.21 percent in November compared to a year ago. Meanwhile, statewide gaming revenue was up 12.56 percent, raking in $1.37 billion, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board in a report released Thursday.

Hello fellow anglers. Another year has come and gone. As we enter the new year, we grow a little and learn from our mistakes. Last year, I wrote in my last report of the year that I prayed for snow to fill our rivers and streams, and the snow did not stop for months.

As part of their Carson CARES Campaign, Greater Nevada Credit Union recognized Carson City School District employees who exemplified positivity in school and made a difference in their school community this past year.

Happy Thursday, Carson City, and say hello to our newest Pet of the Week, Tony!

The holiday season is meant to be filled with joy, but for many families the Christmas spirit also brings added stress and anxiety. Statistics show over 30 percent of working families are making $60,000 annually or less for a family of four to live on in Nevada.

A 73-year-old man died Christmas day in a residential structure fire in Dayton, according to the Central Lyon County Fire Protection District.

After the closure of the Buffalo Wild Wings in Carson City on Nov. 5, 2023, there have been widespread rumors of a Texas Roadhouse taking its place.

Unfortunately, there is no evidence that Texas Roadhouse or another business is moving into that space as of right now, according to Hope Sullivan, the Community Development Director for Carson City.

The Carson City School District is accepting volunteer applications to fill the religious vacancy on the district’s Family Life Advisory Committee. Appointment as a member of the committee shall be for an initial term of three (3) years.

An identification has been made in the cold case investigation of a South Lake Tahoe woman who went missing in 1970. It has been 53 years since Donna Ann Lass was last seen alive while working at the then Sahara Tahoe.

Flaunt Your Flaws  is  an  exciting  new  hybrid musical/improv  formatted  as  a  mock  dating  reality  show so you get to watch it unfold differently each time!

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo announced Wednesday a transition in the role of Chief of Staff in his administration.

Chief of Staff Ben Kieckhefer will be stepping down from his position early in 2024 after having helped guide a successful first year of the Lombardo administration, navigating the gubernatorial transition, office buildout, 2023 Legislative Session, and administration agenda development.

Since the 1980s, Carson City Health and Human Services has been undertaking mosquito abatement to stem the flow of potential mosquito-borne diseases.

However, it was determined that for many years — and possibly even decades — CCHHS hasn't had a Hazard Communication Plan, which is meant to provide proper training to employees on handling dangerous or toxic chemicals. Without training, this could mean that employees may have been exposed to dangerous chemicals as part of the abatement program.

A 59-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of misdemeanor domestic battery after he allegedly backhanded his wife, causing her glasses to break, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Who doesn’t like their home to be a comfortable temperature? I do! As I get older, I seem to like it warmer. That costs more money in the winter but saves in the summer. For others, it is the exact opposite, colder means less cost in the winter and more costs in the summer.

A fast moving storm will bring periods of light snow above 6,500 feet Wednesday night, according to the National Weather Service.

A new policy issued this week by Gov. Joe Lombardo’s administration functionally ended more-lenient remote work guidelines for state employees, reverting back to pre-pandemic norms 11 months after Lombardo initially moved to send workers back to the office.

Douglas County Commissioner Danny Tarkanian asked for a ban of vacation home rentals in all areas north of Cave Rock State Park on Nov. 2, and in two meetings, the ban is now complete. The issuance of permits will end on Dec. 31, 2024, after the passing of a new ordinance.

Come play Music Bingo this Thursday at Bank Saloon in Carson City with Brian Lester & Buster Chops. The fun starts at 6:30pm. Your Bingo Cards have the songs that the band will play on them. Line them up on your card for a free hand crafted cocktail and other prizes.

National Miss Curvy Shaeleen Salas crowned in September in Carson City has been very active giving back to her community since her crowning.

Thursday, Dec. 28 the Carson City Sheriff’s Office in cooperation with Partnership Carson City, will be conducting an alcohol compliance check. Minor decoys will be sent into local businesses in Carson City that have liquor licenses. The decoys will attempt to purchase alcohol, using their real identification.

UPDATE 322PM: They have been found. A family member stated they became lost and that they are safe.
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A father and his two teen daughters, who left the Yomba Reservation near Gabbs on Christmas Eve bound for the Yerington, are missing.

Max Casino in Carson City has announced the grand opening of LA LUNA Bar and Lounge, in what promoters say will be an "electrifying" and vibrant addition to Carson City's nightlife.

Those driving up and down Highway 50 East in Carson City recently may have noticed some new construction going on in front of the Tractor Supply.

The building, which is working on constructing its exterior currently, will become a new RNR Tire Express when completed.

An 18-year-old man was arrested early Saturday for suspicion of DUI after driving the wrong way on I-580 with two 16-year-olds in the vehicle, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

The Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation is proud to announce its selection for the Nature Everywhere initiative, a national program aimed at expanding equitable access to nature for children throughout the state.

Nevada Health Centers has rolled out a fleet of new medical and dental vehicles that will be driven around the Silver State to provide affordable assistance and checkups.

The Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department is pleased to announce a new scholarship program that starts in January. Thanks to fundraising efforts and donations through the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation, the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department will offer discounted programs to qualifying households.

Jan Vandermade announced his departure from the Carson Valley Visitors Authority effective Dec. 15, 2023. Vandermade began his tourism career in the ski industry – a role that suited him well, as those who know him will attest.

A very savvy businessman and longstanding pal, Dinger, suggested to me that I write about what I know about. For 24 years I have been writing about what I think about, yet the one thing I do know about, and perhaps the only thing I know about, is Mark Twain.

Members of the Carson City Moose Lodge No. 2709 and Moose Legion recently donated three dozen Tommy Moose dolls to the Carson Tahoe Hospital Emergency Department in Carson City.

Tiger The Christmas Cat.

Volunteers donning red suits and beards and the Carson City Sheriff's Office Reserve Unit teamed up once again Sunday Christmas Eve to stop by several homes and hand out pre-arranged family gifts from Santa.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation is providing the Nevada Department of Education with $1.1 million to grow Nevada’s educator workforce through “Incentivizing Pathways to Teaching” Grant Program. This collaboration will ensure that more than 1,300 students will complete their programs, become fully licensed educators, and ready for employment by the fall of 2024.

The Carson City Elks' $2,500 Gratitude Grant this year went to Friends in Service Helping, also known as FISH, to fund the furnishing of one of the 36 apartments built to house clients while they pursue transitional training to get out of poverty.

While there's a slight chance of light showers overnight, mostly dry conditions should continue Christmas Day into Tuesday around Carson City and surrounding counties, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.

Meanwhile, a more active pattern will begin moving in Wednesday onward, bringing the potential for several rounds of rain and mountain snow into the New Year, forecasters said.

Historic steam engine, decorated with Christmas lights, at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City.

Law Enforcement & Quality of Life

Two sheriffs, two approaches, different results. Build2Win is hosting a discussion with Carson City Sheriff Ken and Douglas County Sheriff Daniel Coverley.

Dear Rep Amodei,
Your last few emails have become even more concerning for the people of CD2.
First, HR 4365. You actually signed off on this? President Biden has already stated he's going to VETO this bill, so why waste everyone's time? You have gone along with several cuts that have folks scratching their heads and asking “why?”

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Sunday morning to a single vehicle crash into a tree in the area of West College Parkway and North Ormsby Boulevard.

The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is pleased to confirm the selection of the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California as the concessionaire for Meeks Bay Resort on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore.

My front yard deer parade Friday on the westside of Carriage Square Park in Carson City.

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