The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), in close cooperation with Lyon County, is scheduled to install centerline rumble strips for enhanced safety on nearly 10 miles of U.S. 50 in the Mound House area beginning approximately Dec. 19, weather permitting.

Consisting of parallel grooves cut into the middle centerline of a roadway, tires running over the rumble strips produce sound and vibration when drivers veer out of their lane. By alerting and allowing motorists to correct their vehicles, head-on crashes can be reduced.

Sierra Le Bone, a boutique for dogs and cats as well as their owners, will celebrate their grand opening Friday and Saturday at their new location at 880 South Stewart Street, across from the fire station.

The business moved in October from their previous location in the Raley's Center, and co-owner Jan McMinn said they are very happy in their new place. Even though their old store was just a few yards off busy South Carson Street, they had trouble converting that traffic to customers as other businesses in the same building began closing their doors.

Jackie Rose, 27, a resident of Reno, NV, passed away on December 2, 2011 at her home. She was born on May 8, 1984 in Sacramento, California. She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Eloise,...

The holidays are approaching. Have you gotten a flu shot? Carson City Health and Human Services encourages everyone who has not yet been vaccinated to protect themselves and their loved ones during the holiday season by getting a flu shot. National Influenza Vaccination Week, Dec. 4-10, is a great opportunity to remind people that flu shots are beneficial and effective even if they are received in December and January.

The Parks and Rec Commission has picked a permanent site for the 9/11 memorial in Mills Park. The memorial, featuring a piece of the World Trade Center, will be located in center of the park's Seely Loop next to the Firefighter's Memorial.

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Diane Comeaux has been appointed administrator of the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services.

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The Corpus Christi Catholic Community is hosting its second annual Cookie Walk on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3597 Sunridge Drive.

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Columnist Bob Thomas tries to explain why someone making $500,000 a year is "anything but rich."

Sheriff Kenny Furlong was in Reno Wednesday morning taping an interview for "The Last Wild Place," a locally-produced radio show hosted by country singer Lacy J. Dalton. Furlong talked about some of the Carson City Sheriff's Department fixtures, including it's large and passionate volunteer force, and discussed holiday safety tips.

Also interviewed were two members of Occupy Carson City and a Stagecoach resident running for Nevada State Assembly.

Those interested can listen to the pre-recorded show Sunday morning at 10 a.m. on KCMY My Country, 1300 AM, 93.5 FM or 102.5 FM.

A routine registration check of a vehicle led a Carson City sheriff's deputy to arrest Bradford "Brad" Waren Stone, 30, an unemployed Dayton resident, at around 1 p.m. Tuesday, near the 2800 block of Concord Dr.

An officer ran the plates of a grey Dodge ram and discovered that it's registration was expired and that there was a warrant out for one of the registered owners. After being pulled over, Stone admitted to having a pipe used for smoking methamphetamines, and marijuana.

South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management is working with permit-holder ARAMARK Parks and Destinations to pull three underground fuel storage tanks and remove contaminated soil at Zephyr Cove Resort. Zephyr Cove Resort is open for business as usual. The work will be visible to the highway and to resort visitors.

Carson City Sheriff Kenny Furlong said his deputies are continuing to follow leads in the attempted abduction of a Carson High School girl on Monday.

Furlong said citizens have called in several tips, including one very promising lead that didn't pan out.

John Val Clark was born August 11, 1948 in Bishop, California. He and his family lived in June Lake, CA for several years before moving to Bishop. John grew up hunting and fishing in the Owens Val...

Last Saturday evening (Dec. 3), the Ormsby Sportsmen’s Association (OSA) of Carson City held its traditional end-of-the-year banquet at the Carson Nugget and ended the 2011 year on a high note.

This is the third in a series of photos of oddities that were seen on a six week vacation trip to Italy in September and October, 2011.
That trip was taken by Bob and Lorraine Scholes of Dayton and Don and Elaine Quilici of Carson City, as they traveled the length and width of Italy, plus being on the Island of Sicily and in Switzerland.

Attorneys General Kamala D. Harris of California and Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada today announced that their states have entered into a joint investigation alliance designed to assist homeowners who have been harmed by misconduct and fraud in the mortgage industry.

By forging this alliance, California and Nevada will combine investigative resources, including litigation strategies, information, and evidence gathered through their respective ongoing investigations, assisting each state as it pursues independent prosecutions.

Circles is recruiting Allies (volunteers) who would like to befriend a family in poverty and through friendship and support change the way that the family/individual experiences life.

December 13th. or December 27th.
6:00 PM — 7:30 PM
2621 Northgate Lane, Ste. 10
Carson City, NV 89706

Join us to find out how you can make a positive change in the life of a family or individual in our community. For more information or to attend this event please contact the Circles Coordinator, Brenda Silis at (775) 883-6506.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Redevelopment Authority Citizens Committee. There are six (6) openings in the following categories, two (2) in each category:

• “Business Operator” or “Property Owner” from Redevelopment Area 1
• “Business Operator” or “Property Owner” from Redevelopment Area 2

Thomas Patrick Burtt, 30, was arrested Friday near the intersection of Carson and Telegraph streets for felony assault with a deadly weapon after he attempted to flee from a traffic stop.

Help make a child smile at Christmas by attending the second annual “Cookies with Santa,” a benefit for The Ron Wood Family Resource Center, Saturday, Dec. 10, at Adele’s Restaurant and Lounge.

The Ron Wood Family Resource Center helps individuals, families and the community locate assistance and provides an array of support services.

The fun takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and includes a visit and photograph with Santa Claus, cookies, cocoa and cider, as well as acoustic Christmas music performed in the lounge by The Dowell Boyz.

With holidays around the corner, a number of Carson City lodging establishments have built-in deals and specials for travelers to the capital city.

Carson City Little League will be accepting registrations for the 2012 season on Saturday, January 28th from 8 am to noon and Saturday, February 4th from 8 am to noon. We will be at the indoor facility located in the Northeast corner of Governors field (500 East Evalyn Drive).

The league is for boys and girls ages 4 1/2 (By April 30th) to 16.

We are extending our ages from last year to allow 13-16 year olds to play in our leage. We have also added our new 50/70 program to allow for a transition from the smaller little league fields to the larger Senior league fields.

The state Board of Prison Commissioners meets today in Carson City, and on their agenda is a report on the progress in closing of Nevada State Prison.

This local landmark dates back to the 1860s, but the old facility was put on the chopping block by lawmakers earlier this year. Gov. Brian Sandoval wanted to close it by October, but the legislature extended its last days until April. Inmates and staff have been moved to other institutions, and as of last week, there were only 139 inmates left, down from 700.

The Carson City Relay For LIfe committee wants you! Join us at our Community Interest Meeting on Wednesday, December 7 at the Starbucks on Hwy 50 East at 6:30pm to find out how you can get more involved in the world wide movement to end cancer! Free coffee will be provided! For more information, contact Patty Chang at (775)884-0397.

Clarence H. Menteer of Carson City, Nevada passed away peacefully on October 7, 2011. He was 96 years old. He is survived by his loving companion of twenty years, his children and grandchildren...

Robert "Bob" Stuart, 60, passed away November 29, 2011. Arrangements entrusted to Walton's Chapel of the Valley. 775-882-4965John Thomas Fleming, 70, of Genoa, passed away November 27, 2011. Capito...