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Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting on Saturday, July 11 that there are eleven new positive cases and nine additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 434, with 301 recoveries and eight deaths, 125 cases remain active.

At approximately 1:28 p.m. Saturday, Central Lyon Fire responded to a brush fire east of Bryce Street on the northwest side of 10 Mile Hill, east of Dayton.

The Chamber's Leadership class graduated yesterday afternoon. It's been quite the year for this Class of 2020, but they were able to complete two projects in the midst of all this uncertainty.

Yesterday's graduation was held at the trailhead of the Foothill Trail.

UPDATE: 3:50 p.m.

The following update is courtesy of Lyon County Manager Jeff Page:

Central Lyon County Fire was dispatched to the area of 10 mile hill east of Dayton for a reported brush fire at approximately 1:25 PM.

CLCFPD is being supported in firefighting efforts by Carson City, Storey County, BLM, NDF, Yerington, North Lyon and Lyon County Road Department.

Crews are actively fighting fire. There are no reported injuries or evacuations at this time. Cause is not known at this time.

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Carson City firefighters were called to Dayton at 1:29 p.m. Saturday on an immediate need for mutual aid to tackle a brush fire.

Captured this beautiful image of the comet Neowise early in the morning

Reader Alexander Worden captured this beautiful photo of the comet Neowise early Saturday morning as it moved across the skies above Carson City around 4:30 a.m.

May 28, 1961 to June 30, 2020
Misty JoAnne Buttner, our sister, aunt,daughter, and friend has left us on her journey to the spirit world at the age of 59 years old.
She is preceded in death by sisters Jody Efford and Cathy Jo Buttner, and father Jack Buttner; she leaves behind her mother Geraldine Buttner; brothers Dick Buttner (Debbie), Bob Buttner (Diane), Tony Buttner, and sister Mary Jane Ostrander (Chris).

Finalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) show initial claims for unemployment insurance (UI) totaled 12,484 for the week ending July 4, up 1,374 claims, or 12.4 percent, compared to last week’s total of 11,110. This is the second consecutive week of increases in regular initial claims.

Through the week ending July 4, there have been 562,486 initial claims filed in 2020, 540,834 of which have been filed since the week ending March 14.

A 30-year-old Carson City man was arrested Thursday night for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, violating alternative sentencing, and a warrant for obtaining money under false pretenses.

A local parent has started a petition to open Carson City schools in August and will present the petition at the Tuesday, July 14 meeting of the Carson City School District Board of Trustees.

Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting eleven new positive cases and nine additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 434, with 301 recoveries and eight deaths, 125 cases remain active.

Fire behavior was minimal on the Numbers Fire on Thursday. No additional growth was reported on the fire, and containment increased from 20 percent to 30 percent.

An individual at the Legislature has tested positive for COVID-19, according to an email sent by Legislative Counsel Bureau Director Brenda Erdoes to lawmakers on Friday and obtained by The Nevada Independent.

A traffic accident was reported at 2:50 p.m. Friday afternoon at Old Clear Creek and South Carson.

One person involved is requesting medical services.

First responders are currently enroute to the scene. Motorists should seek alternative routes or use caution in the area.

Yesterday evening, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak announced bars, pubs, taverns, distilleries, breweries, and wineries that don’t serve food in certain Nevada counties must close effective 11:59 p.m. today to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in the State.

Today, the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announced the elevated disease transmission criteria for determining whether a county must revert back to Phase 1 for bars, in addition to the seven counties that meet that criteria.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for assistance in locating a runaway juvenile.

On July 10th, 2020, Anthony Arroyo was reported as a runaway. Anthony left for work on 07/08/10 and did not return home. He has ties to Carson City and Lyon County. Family believes he may be staying with friends. His whereabouts are unknown at this time.

The BAC brings the music to your front yard traveling through the Silver Oak neighborhood with the cool jazz sounds of Phreemium.

Our drive-thru COVID-19 testing event for Quad-County residents without symptoms is happening now at Silver Stage High School (3755 Spruce Ave, Silver Springs)!

With the help of the NV National Guard, we will be offering 200 tests free of charge. Testing is first come, first served, no appointments or reservations needed!

A 27-year-old Carson City man was arrested for allegedly attempting to break into Nevada National Guard Civil Support Team vehicles, trespassing, and destruction of private property.

Korey Eugene Mills was arrested Thursday afternoon in the 1400 block of Rand Avenue for an investigation that began in late June.

Waste Management announces an expected pricing change in Carson City trash service that went into effect this month and issues a correction for a misprint on the most recent bill.

Gov. Steve Sisolak is requesting congressional leaders axe a last-minute provision, slipped into a defense authorization bill last week, that would give the Air Force the final say over how more than 800,000 acres of protected land are managed at a wildlife refuge outside of Las Vegas.

According to crime data published by Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong, Carson City’s overall crime had a 6 percent decline between 2018 and 2019.

“That’s great news, since those were both extremely successful years for the community,” said Furlong.

Gov. Steve Sisolak ordered the first major rollback of the state’s business reopening plan amid the COVID-19 pandemic by ordering bar closures in counties with spiking caseloads and limiting restaurant dining to parties of no more than six people.

Heading into the weekend, there’s a number of activities, gatherings, virtual or not, happening around the Carson City region. Safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.

Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting 11 new positive cases and 21 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region on Thursday, July 9, 2020. This brings the total number of cases to 423, with 292 recoveries and eight deaths, 123 cases remain active.

CARSON CITY — The Western Nevada Development District, which assists communities in public and private partnerships, has been awarded $400,000 in CARES Act Recovery assistance to help respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and drive economic development planning going forward.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Due to a recent spike in COVID-19 cases and a significant increase in visitation to the Lake Tahoe Basin over the last few weeks, the City of South Lake Tahoe has made the decision to close its boat ramp at El Dorado Beach to re-assess their operations there.

The Division of Industrial Relations Occupational Safety and Health Administration has begun conducting follow up visits to business establishments that were previously found to be in noncompliance with the face covering requirement, social distancing and other measures to protect the safety and health of Nevada’s workforce.

Assemblyman John Ellison receives a sticker from Nevada Army Guard Cpl. Travis Doll signifying he has passed a health screening and can enter the Legislature for the special session on Wednesday in Carson City.

The Nevada Guard screened all of the legislators for coronavirus symptoms before the special session began. The screenings will continue for the duration of the session.

Valley of the Sun, NV community nestled in a canyon under a blue sky

Nevada Humanities presents A Virtual Salon: Valley of the Sun — the next installment of its bimonthly Salon series — online at facebook.com/nevadahumanities on Friday, July 17, 2020, 6 to 7 p.m.

This virtual conversation will feature a discussion about Sun Valley, Nevada, the history of this region, the stereotypes associated with trailer park culture, and the creativity that is born out of this place.

With support from the Nevada Department of Wildlife Hunter Education Program, Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act and Carson City’s Capital Improvement Program, the City recently invested more than $800,000 into its Rifle and Pistol Range.

Carson City's newest restaurant and bar, Piazza Bar, is open for business on McFadden Plaza in Carson City.

The eatery is located in the former Bella Fiore location, and is offering Italian cuisine such as salads, pizza, small plates and sharable platters. The menu also boasts a number of custom cocktails.

A 31-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday for a felony failure to appear warrant, according to a sheriff's office booking report.

The annual Genoa Candy Dance has joined the long list of cancelled events in the region due to COVID-19 this year, according to a Douglas County press release.

Firefighters continue to make progress on the Numbers Fire southeast of Gardnerville, reaching 20 percent containment as of Wednesday evening.

Colin West, executive director of Clean Up the Lake, a non-profit organization, along with three other scuba divers will be braving the cold water of Donner Lake in Truckee, Calif. for two weeks in an effort to fight trash pollution that began July 6.

Carson City Sheriff's Office Cadets will be hosting a fundraiser car wash Saturday, July 18 at the North Carson Home Depot. Come show your support of the cadets and get you car washed while you shop.

Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon will feature a town hall-style presentation by Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.

Lawmakers began the task of filling the $1.2 billion hole in the state’s budget on Wednesday as they kicked off their special session with a litany of budget and agency briefings throughout the day.

Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting eleven new positive cases and five additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region on Wednesday, July 8, 2020. This brings the total number of cases to 412, with 271 recoveries and eight deaths, 133 cases remain active.

Ages U11 & down (born 2010-2013) 6:00pm-7:00pm

Ages U12 & up (born 2006-2009) 7:00pm-8:00pm

*All players should check in 15 minutes early

Tryout Information:

Our tryouts will be held at Mills Park in the large grass area along hwy 50. Address: 1111 E William St

Due to our COVID-19 challenges, these tryouts are ONLY for new players/teams who did not play for CFC last season. Existing teams/players do not need to tryout.

Ages: U8-U15. All boys & girls born in 2006-2013

Players only need to tryout 1 day

Please fill out and print off a copy of the Tryout release form.

The Carson City Photo Club has announced the winning first and second place photos and three photos tied for third-place ties in its monthly photography contest. The theme addressed in June by the club was "Wildlife."

More than a hundred teachers, parents and community members took to Carson Street in Carson City on Wednesday to protest proposed budget cuts to education.

Highway 395 south of Gardnerville has been cleared by the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) and is now safe for motorists to travel.

UPDATE 3:58PM: Smith Valley Fire Protection District reports that the fire is looking much better and that the fire behavior is more favorable this afternoon. SVFPD reports that the threat to Lyon County is much diminished from this morning. Lyon County will continue to monitor the fire and keep you informed of any changes.
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Lyon County Emergency Management has been notified by the Smith Valley Fire Protection District that there is a possibility that the Numbers Fire could spread to Lyon County in the Smith Valley, Wellington area.

Despite COVID-19 keeping many from Tahoe beaches this season, somehow it didn’t seem to stop the trash from accumulating, but it also didn’t stop Keep Tahoe Blue volunteers from holding their annual beach cleanup.

According to the League to Save Lake Tahoe’s Communications Manager Chris Joseph, the beach clean up kept things smaller this year to make sure social distancing practices were upheld for the safety of volunteers.

Beginning tonight, family summer drive-in movies begin in Carson City and will show weekly, Wednesday and Thursday evenings through August 13 in the parking lot of the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall. Space is limited and RSVP is required.

This Saturday, July 11, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. State Treasurer, Zach Conine, will present a live update on the state of the Nevada economy to Lyon County Democrats via Zoom. Mr. Conine will discuss the impact of the Coronavirus on the Nevada economy and the outlook for recovery in the coming months. A question and answer session will follow his presentation. 

A 29-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday morning for alleged drug related offenses, including possession with intent to sell narcotics, a Carson City sheriff's report states.

Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch reports Wednesday that the #NumbersFire southeast of Gardnerville has grown to 20,500 acres. The Bureau of Land Management reports a lower figure, 18,000 acres, with 5 percent containment, or a fuel break around the fire.

CARSON CITY — By executive order, Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak ordered the flags of the United States and the State of Nevada to be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol and state public buildings and grounds from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 as a mark of solemn respect and in remembrance of Nevada Highway Patrol Sgt. Ben Jenkins, whose funeral is being held today in Elko.
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