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Nevada added back 8,400 jobs in April as the state continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an economic report released Thursday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.

Carson City, for example, has recovered 3,000 jobs since April 2020 and saw an increase of 100 jobs since March, statistics show.

Thirty-six employees who have worked a collective 740 years with the Carson City School District will retire this year. The retirees will be recognized at the school board meeting Tuesday, May 25.

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For grades K-3: Join us for monthly Science Storytimes! We'll read a science-themed book, and do experiements while we read! This program will be held via Facebook Live. Register below to be notified when the program starts.

https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/7534638

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For high school students and ages 18+, join us virtually via YouTube.

A vehicle accident involving two vehicles was reported at 10:25 a.m. Saturday morning at the corner of Bigelow and Racetrack.

The Carson High School Spring Orchestra Concert will be held today, Saturday May 22 at 1:30 p.m. inside Senator Square on campus. Students should arrive by 1:15 p.m. at the very latest.

The Senate Republican Caucus released the following statement regarding allegations of connections between the Nevada Republican Party and members of the organization known as "Proud Boys."

We are reporting 15 new cases and 20 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 12,756, with 12,282 recoveries and 226 deaths; 248 cases remain active.

The coaches of the Carson City AYSO Interplay (Ai) would like to invite all girls with birth years 2008-2010 to try out for the Carson City Ai Girls 14U team this week.

Join Coffee Connections Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. at The Studio at Adams Hub, located at 111 W. Proctor St. in Carson City to expand your network as well as your way of thinking.

Main Street Gardnerville is now accepting applications for a new Program Director to lead the non-profit organization. The Program Director’s position serves as the central advocate for the downtown district; acting as liaison between the program, public and private agencies, civic groups, downtown stakeholders, and the community.

Douglas County Community Services announces that Hot Buttered Rum will perform as scheduled at tonight’s 2021 Bently Nevada Family Summer Concert Series, despite the inclement weather expected today.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is providing another public safety announcement with information on vehicle registration, driver’s license, and car insurance requirements.

If your vehicle registration is about to expire you may renew your registration online or by mail.

There is no grace period and you do not need to make an appointment at the DMV to register your vehicle for renewal. Simply renew the registration online or through a kiosk at the DMV without waiting in line.

Are you thinking of placing your child in pre-kindergarten within the Carson City School District? Find out if they qualify below!

The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development’s Nevada Main Street Program announced six grants Thursday totaling $126,034 for six Nevada communities, including Gardnerville.

Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting 10 new cases and 23 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad County region as of Thursday, May 20, 2021. This brings the total number of cases to 12,741, with 12,262 recoveries and 226 deaths; 253 cases remain active.

GARDNERVILLE — Carson Valley artisans, businesses and regional fire departments are rallying together again this Saturday, May 22, to support the Northern Nevada Peer Support Network at Big Daddy’s Bike and Brew, 1546 U.S. Hwy 395 N, Gardnerville, NV 89410, from 1 p.m. til the party’s over.

On May 11, 2021, the Carson City Elks No. 2177 donated $500 to the Boys and Girls Club, thanks to their Community Investment Program grant.The presentation was made by Exalted Ruler Martha Reynolds to Nick Branca, Resource Development Director of the Boys and Girls Club. The Elks CIP grant is awarded to all local lodges for the purpose of enhancing their respective communities.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors voted to revoke the business license of the owner of the Frontier Motel in Carson City during its Thursday’s meeting.

During the Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting held Thursday, the board voted unanimously to establish the South Carson Street Neighborhood Improvement District, similar to the Downtown NID that was established in 2016.

An early Thursday morning fight at a bar resulted in the arrest of a 40-year-old man for suspicion of two counts assault with a deadly weapon following an incident involving a gun, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

The Nevada Highway Patrol has identified a Reno resident who died Friday in a single vehicle rollover at US-395 and the northbound Stead Boulevard off ramp.

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying a person of interest who was involved in a theft at the Best Buy sore on Topsy Lane near the Carson City, Douglas County line.

After an irregular COVID-affected 2020, Muscle Powered looks forward to a full slate of Trash Mob events for the summer and fall. This special “Bike Month” edition of the Trash Mob will be held this Saturday, May 22 and will meet at 8 a.m. at the lower ball fields at Centennial Park for one hour of focused litter clean up.

There will be no fireworks celebrations at Lake Tahoe this 4th of July. The Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority announced Wednesday they have canceled the 2021 Fourth of July “Lights on the Lake” fireworks display following months of careful discussion and consultation with area partners.

Nevada is facing its worst drought in two decades. Nearly 95 percent of the state is facing severe to exceptional drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.

On May 11, 2021 the Carson City Elks #2177 donated $500 to the Parks and Recreation After School Program thanks to their Community Investment Program grant. The presentation was made by Exalted Ruler Martha Reynolds to Mayor Lori Bagwell, Board of Supervisors. The Elks CIP grant is awarded to all local lodges for the purpose of enhancing their respective communities.

Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting Wednesday, May 19, 2021 that there are 13 new cases and 25 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad County region. This brings the total number of cases to 12,731, with 12,239 recoveries and 226 deaths; 266 cases remain active.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Mark Amodei (NV-02) released the following statement Wednesday after voting against H.R. 3233, legislation to create an independent commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol Complex:

Please join us for a free "Welcome to Medicare" workshop on June 14, 2021 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., at The Hampton Inn at 10 Hospitality Way, Carson City.

No cost, no obligation and you will get valuable information to navigate the maze of Medicare. Call 775-853-8389 to reserve your spot. "We make Medicare simple."

Local comedy returns to Carson City at the Carson Comedy Club inside the Carson Nugget this, Friday, May 21.

This week, join guest host Luke Westerg along with Vickie Gordon and Luke Demus. Tickets will be available at the Winner's Club starting at 9:00 a.m. on the day of the show. You must have a valid Winner's Rewards card to redeem your ticket. Doors open for seating at 7:30 p.m.

The Nevada Highway Patrol and other Nevada law enforcement agencies participating in the Joining Forces program will be increasing seat belt enforcement efforts throughout the state.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — As evidenced by photos on social media, the Lake Tahoe Basin's black bears have emerged from their winter slow-down and slumber. As the bears return, so has the California Department of Fish and Wildlife as they use a new tool to help manage the human-bear conflict: Trap-Tag-Haze.

RENO — The VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System will hold a virtual listening session with stakeholders on Thursday, May 20, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to hear from Veterans and the communities VA serves.

And oh, did I ever love to bet on sports. My specialty was the over-under bet on the National Anthem prior to the Super Bowl. Below average on the Super Bowl outcome itself, I hardly ever misfired on the length of the National Anthem.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisor’s meeting will take place Thursday, May 20 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room in the Carson City Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

Items up for discussion include a show cause hearing for the Frontier Motel, the possible establishment of the South Carson Neighborhood Improvement District, the purchase of long-term birth control, and more.

Carson High Safe Grad has announced its lineup plans, events and even gifts for the senior class of 2021.

One of Virginia City’s most popular annual events, Chili on the Comstock and Craft Beer Tour, returns to the historic mining town this weekend.

The National Weather Service has issued a "Freeze Watch" from Thursday evening through Friday morning for the greater Reno, Carson City, Carson Valley areas as well as southern Lyon and Northern Washoe counties. Forecasters say these areas can expect sub-freezing temperatures as low as 29 degrees.

It's time to ride! We're flipping tradition and headed to the east side for a family-friendly choice of routes: pavement, river cruise, or more technical off-road.

On Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at about 4:18 p.m. the Carson City Sheriff’s Office responded to the Wells Fargo Bank located at 1550 East William Street for a reported bank robbery that had just occurred. According to witnesses the suspect approached the bank teller and demanded money.

Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting Tuesday, May 18, 2021 that there are 5 new cases and 21 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 12,718, with 12,214 recoveries and 226 deaths; 278 cases remain active.

UPDATE 7:22PM: The suspect in Tuesday's Wells Fargo bank robbery on William Street has been identified as a 23-year-old Carson City man. Go here for an update via the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
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UPDATE 5:15PM: The suspect in the robbery at Wells Fargo Bank that happened at 4:18 p.m. is in custody for suspicion of robbery, Carson City Sheriff's Office Lt. Daniel Gonzales confirmed. We will update as more information becomes available.
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UPDATE 4:55PM: A suspect who matches the description has been detained and was reportedly "apologizing" for his actions, according to a CCSO deputy.
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Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies were called Tuesday afternoon to a robbery at Wells Fargo bank in the 1500 block of East William Street.

A brush fire that was reported shortly before 3 p.m. Tuesday afternoon was quickly knocked down by arriving Carson City Fire Department firefighters.

Both in Carson City and across the nation, restaurants are struggling to find enough staff to work, whether it be in the kitchen or customer service positions.

Some believe the reason is because people simply don’t want to work anymore and would rather collect unemployment, while others say it’s a matter of low wages that are encouraging workers to find employment elsewhere.

Healthy Communities seeks AmeriCorps members to serve in its Dayton greenhouse

Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey counties is seeking AmeriCorps service members for the summer. Successful applicants will work in the large greenhouse the nonprofit is now operating in Dayton as part of its Rural Health and Nutrition Initiative (RNI).

A new donut shop, El Camino Donuts, will be taking over the location left vacant by Gather in the Downtown Carson City area, bringing “old school donuts” made by a husband and wife team.

National EMS Week, May 16-22, is a time to thank those who provide Emergency Medical Services. This year’s theme is “Caring for Communities” recognizing the vital role EMS plays within Carson City. EMS Week is an opportunity for Carson City Fire Department to demonstrate where EMS is today — and where it’s headed tomorrow.

A 21-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday for suspicion of misdemeanor driving without a license after he was involved in a vehicle crash.

A golf tournament fundraiser for Terry Wood, a Carson City man fighting a very aggressive form of cancer, will be held June 19 at Silver Oak Golf Course.

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