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Law enforcement agencies statewide are joining forces and focusing on distracted drivers now through Jan. 24, 2020. The Nevada Highway Patrol will be working diligently to urge motorists to keep their eyes on the road and put away cell phones or other items that cause distractions.

The Carson City Historical Society has recently been thrust into the spotlight because of the proposed demolition of the 155-year old building once occupied by Café at Adele’s and preceding businesses through the years attracting hundreds of customers through those historic doors.

The Board of Supervisors will review the Andersen Ranch Estates Tentative Map this Thursday, January 16th.  The special session starts at 5:30pm at the Sierra Room of the Community Center at 851 Williams Street, Carson City.


If you were involved with the Vintage project, you will know that the same players under a different owner, Christy Corp., will be presenting their application at the Board of Supervisors’ meeting.

Happy Wednesday, Carson City! Say hello to our new Pet of the Week, Mako!

A 34-year-old man was arrested Tuesday in the area of Kings Canyon and Kingsview for suspicion of felony parole and probation violation, misdemeanor jaywalking and being an intoxicated pedestrian, a Carson City sheriff's report states.

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series about Stacia Nepper, the new deputy director for Partnership Carson City. She hopes her story of overcoming addiction will inspire others to seek help. Reach her or find additional resources at pcccarson.org.

“Anthony’s gone.”

The words floated through the dark, night air, but Stacia couldn’t make sense of them.

Jalen Harris’ game-winning layup gave Nevada a 68-67 victory over Wyoming on Tuesday at Lawlor Events Center.

Enjoy the sunny weather and a brief calm Wednesday morning through early evening before gusty winds blow into the region overnight, bringing rain and snow to the valleys and heavy snow to the Sierra by Thursday. Midweek events around town include the New Year's Show featured by the Nevada Artists Association, a women's Seeking Safety workshop, the 2020 Winter Reading Challenge at Carson City Library and more.

Join the Polka Dot Powerhouse Women's Group on Thursday, Jan. 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Red's Old 395 Grill in Carson City for a presentation on healthy money management and more.

Derek Morgan, a lifelong independent who is caucusing with the Democrats, declares candidacy for Nevada Assembly District 40. Morgan, pledges to never blindly side with either party and refuses to take corporate donations. His platform focuses on education, healthcare, childcare and using technology to increase two-way communication between voters and representatives.

The Carson City Business License Division has been authorized by the Board of Supervisors to temporarily waive late fees for business license renewals due to unexpected delays in implementing new licensing software.

RENO — Nevada art enthusiasts, collectors, and researchers now have an enhanced primary source they can reference to help deepen their interests in and awareness of Nevada art and artists.

For the second straight Fall semester, more than 370 students at Western Nevada College made the Dean’s List. After 373 students made the Dean’s List last fall, that total was topped by 380 students who qualified for the honor for the recently concluded fall semester.

To earn the distinction of making WNC’s Dean’s List, students must complete at least 12 units during the semester and accumulate a grade point average of 3.50 or higher. Honorees include:

Meet Holly The Horse and join us as we paint Holly the Horse during a mixed media painting class Feb. 2 in Dayton. Holly the Horse is a 16 X 20 painting and it will take approximately 3 hours to paint. We’ll be using acrylics. We will have refreshments during a couple of drying times. If you would like to bring a covered dish to share, please do or, feel free to bring your own light snack. Suitable for ages 12 and up.

Lyon County District Attorney, Stephen B. Rye, announced Tuesday that the Third Judicial District Court sentenced James Parisi, 39 years of age, of Dayton, Nev., to the maximum sentence of 20 years in the Nevada State Prison with parole eligibility after seven years on one count of duty to stop at the scene of an accident causing death.

A 77-year-old Washington State man has been identified in a fatal vehicle crash that happened early Saturday on US Highway 50 in Fallon, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.

High wind gusts occurred throughout the Carson City and Lake Tahoe region Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning, especially along ridge tops and wind prone locations. The National Weather Service chart above includes selected locations where wind gusts of 50 mph or above were reported.

United States Marine Corps Captain (retired), Robert Paul Pier (Bob) left this life for eternity on Jan. 8, 2020 to be reunited with his Creator and his waiting wife, Ruth Jane Pier. Bob was born on August 10, 1931 in South Bend, Indiana as the youngest of nine children, Bob was 88 years old.

Join a free exercise class at the Elks Lodge No. 2177 in Carson City on Monday, Jan. 20 at 9:45 a.m. "Stay strong Stay Healthy" is sponsored by UNR Extension. It is low impact, strengthening and flexibility exercising. Even for those with some disability, you may enjoy this program.

Carson City Republican Women's Club will hold its first meeting of the year on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Casino Fandango. The guest speaker is GOP Assemblywoman Dr. Robin Titus who will address the issues facing rural and urban Nevada as the remaining new laws that were passed in the last session go into effect.

Social hour begins at 11:00 a.m. and the lunch meeting at 11:30 a.m. Reservations are required by Friday, January 17 and can be made by EVITE, by contacting Lori at 775-220-3646 or by calling Gale at 775-241-2054. The cost for the lunch is $25.00/person.

A brothel protesting that the state has classified sex workers as its employees rather than as independent contractors — a change that could mean the brothel owes a large sum to the state’s unemployment insurance fund — is now arguing over public records before the Nevada Supreme Court.

Eric Steven Abowd left this world all too early at the age of 39 on Tuesday, January 7, 2020.

Eric was born March 28, 1980 in Seattle, Washington but moved to Carson City shortly after, where he spent all his growing-up years. Eric bled Nevada blue and white as a wrestler, running back and Captain for the Carson High Football program. He was always happiest driving the ball up the field.

CARSON CITY — A new year signals new adventures, and travelers can plan a one-of-a-kind experience with the 2020 Nevada Visitor’s Guide. The guide’s new Quick Fix section answers the need for insider info on quirky roadside stops, local music venues, only-in-Nevada products and more.

Elizabeth Warren said Monday that fellow Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders told her he didn’t think a woman could win the White House when they met privately in 2018.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Monday evening to a single vehicle rollover in the area of southbound I-580 near the Fairview overpass.

Elizabeth Warren said Monday that fellow Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders told her he didn’t think a woman could win the White House when they met privately in 2018.

The second week of January has blown in quite fiercely, with a High Wind Warning to last through 1 p.m. Tuesday. Activities around the capital city include the 2020 Winter Reading Challenge at the library, a brown bag luncheon featuring famed environmental writer Michael Branch at the Nevada State Library and Archives, the weekly gathering of the Carson City Toastmasters at Max Casino, a meeting of the Carson City School Board, live cool jazz at Living the Good Life and more.

PAL meets every Tuesday night at Partnership Carson City, 1925 N Carson St at 6 p.m. to provide continuing education and support, at no charge, for parents, spouses and those trying to save a family member from addiction to alcohol or drugs. By attending our meetings, you will learn proven ways to help your loved one find recovery from addiction. You will also give and receive support from others who are facing the same challenges you are. Everyone over 18 is welcome to attend. No need to register, just show up at a meeting.

A man who was arrested last week driving a stolen pickup used in a rash of business thefts between Carson City and Reno was booked Monday for allegedly stealing $2,000 from a local casino in December, a Carson City Sheriff's Office detective said.

Stellar violin soloist Elizabeth Pitcairn joins TOCCATA, the Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus for the 10th year, performing one of the finest and most popular gems in the concerto repertoire. Ms. Pitcairn plays Mendelssohn's beloved "Violin Concerto" on the legendary 1720 "Red Mendelssohn" Stradivarius.

The Nevada Department of Wildlife and the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe are set to release 22 bighorn sheep Monday to the Lake Range on the Pyramid Lake Paiute Reservation in a historic project between NDOW and the Tribe to reintroduce the species to the mountains surrounding Pyramid Lake where they once thrived.

Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. It's a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Join the Alzheimer's Association of Northern Nevada for a free presentation Jan. 28 in Gardnerville to learn about the impact of Alzheimer's, the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, Alzheimer's disease stages and risk factors, and current research and treatments available to address some symptoms.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors will host their next meeting on Thursday, Jan. 16 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

On the docket for discussion items include a report on deaths occurring at the Carson City Jail, a discussion about restricting religious use at the Brewery Arts Center, presentations of length of service awards, and more.

The following is a short conversation between a mother and her high school son.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is celebrating and honoring the life and career of retired K-9 Deputy Ary. Ary led a distinguishable career in the K-9 Unit, joining the Unit in 2009 and retiring in 2016.

Writer, humorist and environmentalist Michael Branch will discuss his works this Tuesday, Jan. 14 at the Nevada State Library and Archives in Carson City as part of its Brown Bag luncheon series. Branch is the author of several published books, one of which is the Pulitzer-Prize nominated John Muir’s Last Journey: South to the Amazon and East to Africa.

Local Scout Preston Emborsky, 15, Senior Patrol Leader of Troop 341, unveiled his 4th Karma Box at St. Peters Episcopal Church in Carson City on Sunday as part of his Eagle project. A Karma box is something you can put toiletries and non perishable food items in for the needy. Anyone can donate to it and anyone can take from it.

On this week's installment of Carson Now's Five Questions series, we speak with Ronni Hannaman, Executive Director of the Carson City Chamber of Commerce about her position with the chamber, advice for business owners, and more.

Hear from Bob Potts, Deputy Director of the Governors Office of Economic Develop

Let's get on the Trump Train and join us on Thursday, Jan. 23 for the General Monthly Meeting. Hear from Bob Potts, Deputy Director of the Governors Office of Economic Development. Free for the public to attend. 6:30 p.m. registration and networking, 7 p.m. start time at the Carson City Fandango.

A weather system moving into the region will bring strong gusty winds, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a High Wind Warning from 10 p.m. Monday through 1 p.m. Tuesday for the greater Reno, Carson City, Carson Valley, and Dayton areas as well as the Mono County region.

With 2019 now at a close and all of the final reports in for the period all the way through the New Year Eve celebrations, it’s time for a summary look back for everyone to see.

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Division of Insurance would like to remind consumers that Medicare Supplement plans C and F, also known as Medigap C and F, are no longer available to newly eligible consumers, as of Jan. 1, 2020.

Carson Tahoe Health is pleased to announce Mallory Behavioral Health Crisis Center was recognized Thursday, Jan. 9 for its diligent efforts in advocacy, community connections, and support for those experiencing a mental health and, or substance use crisis. The 31st annual Human Services Awards named Mallory Behavioral Health Crisis Center Agency of the Year.

The Carson City School District and Board of Trustees are pleading for drivers in the Carson City area to take extra caution in school zones and around bus stops.

Moving forward to the first day of the work week, we're looking at sunny skies then blustery conditions Monday night and a slight chance of snow showers in the valleys into Tuesday morning. Activities around the capital city include the opening of the Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum, the Winter Reading Challenge at the Carson City Library, a luncheon highlighting the campaign of Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bennet, plus a free yoga class at the community center and more. Read on for details.

We often call many of our spring perennial flowers bulbs. However, botanically speaking, not everything we call a bulb is a true bulb. For example, is an iris a bulb? A corm? Or something else, such as a rhizome or tuber?

Sierra Lutheran High School and Bethlehem Lutheran School will be two of the schools showcased at the National School Choice Fair on Saturday, February 1, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Whitney Peak Hotel in Reno.

A 56-year-old Carson City man was arrested for suspicion of domestic battery after an alleged physical confrontation regarding a teen's poor grades in school, a sheriff's deputy report states.

Soroptimist International of Carson City is pleased to announce our “Women Helping Women” Honorees to be recognized for their dedication to improving the lives of women or girls in our community, at our inaugural “Celebrating Women Helping Women” event on Feb. 20, 2020 at the Carson Nugget, from 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Sunday afternoon to a vehicle accident near the intersection of Roop and Long streets.

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