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UPDATE: This story has been updated Tuesday night to reflect the incident on Shoshone Street in which a 3-year-old girl died, a 2-year-old boy was injured and the mother of the children facing criminal charges. Go here for the updated story.

The annual Underwater Egg Hunt at the Carson City Aquatic Center returns April 8.

Swimmers (or splashers) of all ages are welcome to play, with egg hunts in both the tot pools and the shallow end of the large pool, with multiple sessions throughout the day.

A 60-year-old man was arrested Monday for suspicion of gross misdemeanor intimidating a peace officer and misdemeanor smoking marijuana in public during a confrontation at the Capitol Building, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

A recent rework of Senate Bill (SB) 156 deemed crisis stabilization centers eligible for licensure, as well as reimbursable by Medicaid, significantly expanding access to mental health and substance use care for people across Northern Nevada.

"In September of 2020, the city of Wilson [of about 50,000] embarked on a dramatic change. It eliminated its entire public bus system in one fell swoop and replaced it with an on-demand van transit system that gave residents flexible options for getting to work, school, or anywhere else in town.

Steve West, has been appointed as Director of Operations for the Carson City School District. He began his role with the district Feb. 13, 2023.

Join Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space in removing the festive holiday lights from Homestead Lights this coming Thursday at Silver Saddle Ranch from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday. With all of the winter storms we have had, CCPROS has been unable to take the lights down. If you are interested in participating, contact Chelsea Kincheloe, the Volunteer Coordinator at chkincheloe@carson.org.

The Carson River Coalition, in conjunction with the Carson Water Subconservancy District, invites you to the 2023 Carson River Watershed Management Forum April 18-19. This year’s event will focus on actions that protect water quality and the health of the Carson River Watershed.

Enjoy a specially selected pairing of wine and cheese guided by Sommelier David Gruenloh. Pairing sheets will be available on the table to follow along. One lucky attendee will take home a platter of cheese. This is an event that will be sure to have you laughing, learning, and enjoying tasty treats.

Every month, the Carson City Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, events and exciting adventures.

Local Photographer, Gardnerville, Garden, Crocus, Nature Photography

I love bulbs. My front garden is full of crocuses, hyacinths, daffodils and tulips. They are some of the hardiest plants I grow. Even covered with snow, they poke through and bloom.

A legislative proposal allowing Nevada to operate a state lottery could slice into the revenue stream of Northern Nevada casino operator Truckee Gaming.

But it wouldn’t be a large chunk of the company’s cash flow, said CEO Ferenc Szony.

The Capital City Community Band awarded its Richard Doede Capital City Community Band scholarships to Jonah Toral at its Salute To Young Musicians Concert on Sunday.

Six Week Spirituality Class -- Zoom and In-Person

This six week hybrid class invites students to affirm and experience their inner divinity and, at the same time, honor their humanness and appreciate the beauty of who they are in the here and now on their path to higher and higher expressions of their divine nature.

CARSON CITY — Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo announced Monday an executive order that outlines his state energy policy objectives for the next decade. The executive order highlights Gov. Lombardo’s multifaceted approach to state energy policy and fulfills his promise made in his State of the State speech to address energy objectives through an executive order.

Nevada OSHA aims to ensure employers provide safe and healthful workplaces. To ensure enforcement resources are directed at workplaces with the highest rates of injuries and illnesses, Nevada OSHA has updated its Programmed Inspection Plan.

Another winter storm will make its way to the Sierra, Carson City and surrounding counties late Monday into Tuesday bringing strong mountain winds, heavy Sierra snowfall and valley rain and snow showers, according to the National Weather Service.

TOCCATA, Tahoe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus James Rawie, Artistic Director and Conductor will host Passion According to St. Matthew First performed on Good Friday, 1727 in the ThomasKirche-Leipzig, Germany, Johann Sebastian Bach 1685-1750.

The concerts are:
Saturday, April 1, 2023 4:00 pm Carson: First Methodist Church
Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023 4:00 pm RENO•Trinity Episcopal Church
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 7:00pm INCLINE VILLAGE • St Francis Catholic Church
Good Friday, April 7, 2023 7:00pm RENO• St John’s Presbyterian Church

A 33-year-old man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of a second DUI, driving with a revoked license for DUI and gross misdemeanor destruction of property, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Northern Nevada just got a whole lot sweeter. The Chocolate Nugget Candy Factory and Champagne & Chocolate are excited to announce their partnership, bringing together the elegance of Champagne & Chocolate with the nostalgia of the Chocolate Nugget. This partnership offers something for everyone, from brunch and wine tastings to family-friendly events and chocolate treats.

The Spring has Sprung Show is on display until May 5 with 112 entries from Northern Nevada Artists. The Featured Artists also on display are Roxane Gleghorn with inspiring pieces of resin art embellished with gemstones and crystals and Kristy Dial with her award winning gourd creations. All three shows are open to the public from 12-4pm Tuesday through Sunday at the NAA Gallery at 449 W. King Street in Carson City.

We learn from declassified documents and an excellent article in The Week magazine, that back in 1961 a brave 25-year-old leader of an Air Force ordinance disposal team got an urgent call. Lt. Jack ReVelle was assigned the daunting task of finding and disarming two hydrogen bombs that fell from a B-52 bomber seconds before crashing in North Carolina.

Do you want to know the historic town of Dayton’s best kept secrets? Dayton Museum opened for the season on March 4 at the town’s 1865 schoolhouse at 135 Shady Lane. The museum promotes the discovery of the culture, the tools used by the pioneers, their lifestyles and names of many who settled in Dayton 174 years ago.

Ask about the Genealogy research and names saved on our computers. The museum contains displays of Nevada’s earliest history, including:

The next Carson City School District School Board meeting will take place Tuesday March 28 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room within the Carson City Community Center.

The Nevada Artists Association Gallery in Carson City presents the Spring has Sprung Show on display until May 5 with 112 entries from Northern Nevada Artists. From birds to bears to bees, from flowers to mountains to beaches — you'll find a favorite.

In a rare move, Gov. Joe Lombardo testified before state lawmakers on Thursday in support of his bill revising a contentious 2019 restorative justice law that school districts and others have said ultimately limited teachers’ ability to deal with disruptive or violent students.

I'm so excited I can finally see the lawn after months of snow; but yikes! Throughout the lawn are dozens of brown grass trails making it look as if it is covered with dirt-colored varicose veins.

We are the Carson City Chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby. Our chapter includes people from Carson City and the surrounding areas who are concerned about climate issues and want to take action to lessen the impact of climate change.

Bald Eagles return to the Carson Valley each year for calving season.

Elizeth Acuna, this week’s Senior in the Spotlight, may be speaking for all seniors when she says what she is not going to miss about high school. “I won’t miss coming in early every morning.”

Beneficial Electrification is becoming a hot topic. It’s a term for replacing fossil fuel use with electricity in an effort to reduce emissions and energy costs. Members of the Rotary Club of Carson City will learn more about the idea at the club’s next meeting.

Small nonfarm businesses in 17 Nevada counties are now eligible to apply for low interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Director Tanya N. Garfield of SBA’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West announced last week.

Steady snow that began collecting on roadways and freezing overnight causing a number of spinouts between Reno and Washoe Valley, Carson City and surrounding counties has prompted a winter weather advisory from the National Weather Service through 11 a.m. Sunday morning.

Here is this week's road report for the week of March 27 to April 2, 2023. Closures are expected at the following locations, depending on the weather, due to road and utility work:

CARSON CITY — State Route 208 will be closed to traffic through the Wilson Canyon on Monday, March 27 as crews place permanent roadway paving as the last phase of major landslide repairs.

Hummingbird made of fabric

Two visiting artists will demonstrate their art forms and raffle four pieces of their work during the reception April 2, 11 to 3, in Gardnerville. Their work will be at the gallery all during April for the Spring Spruce Up event.

The Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department is partnering with the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts to bring a free educational performance series to the Carson City Community Center.

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) held a press conference a short time ago to provide updates on today's shooting at the Hard Rock Hotel in Stateline, Nev. According to DCSO Sheriff Dan Coverly, his department was called to the hotel just after 8 a.m. on a report of an active shooter.

UPDATE 9:59 a.m.: After nearby Dotty's asked if they could open for business, it was confirmed that nearby businesses could open; however, guests of the Hard Rock are being told to continue sheltering in place until law enforcement can finish sweeping the building.

Law enforcement pulled over a white Toyota 4-Runner with two occupants on US50 west of Sierra-at-Tahoe which is believed to contain the suspect.

UPDATE 9:39 a.m.: Additional SWAT units from Carson are inbound. SR338 to Stateline remains closed.

During its meeting on Wednesday, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board unanimously approved a 33-room, 100-bed dormitory for Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) in South Lake Tahoe.

The dorms will be deed-restricted for low-income LTCC students from the Lake Tahoe region and California only. The target date for opening is July 1, 2025.

Help fight hunger in our city! Due to rising food costs and availability of resources, our food banks are having to work harder to provide for food-insecure families in our city, and we want to help.

Are you lonesome for a furry feline friend, or better yet, two? Meet Sakka and Katarra, a sweet bonded pair of young girl kitties. This dynamic duo is composed of 1-year old Sakka, a short-haired black female; and Katarra, a one-and-a-half-year-old long haired brown tabby. While they are both sweet and social, they have their own unique personalities and preferences.

Starting April 1, all Nevadans on Medicaid will start to have their accounts redetermined on an annual basis for the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic, causing many Nevadans to potentially lose their health care coverage. Nevada Health Link is helping to coordinate the transfer of qualifying applications to NevadaHealthLink.com to ensure Nevadans stay covered.

Greenhouse Garden Center will host a fruit tree seminar on Saturday, April 8 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. hosted by owner David Ruf.

Are you interested in growing your own food right in your backyard, but not sure where to start? The fruit tree seminar will be able to answer all your questions regarding getting started in fruit trees!

The Hard Rock in Lake Tahoe will soon be a Golden Nugget, according to an announcement today from Fertitta Entertainment, LLC.

The company, which also owns the Chart House chain and the Houston Rockets, announced they signed a purchase agreement to acquire the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe in Stateline, Nevada, including land and business situated on twenty-four acres from Paragon Gaming for an undisclosed price.

The transaction is expected to close within the next seven to twelve months, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for assistance in identifying two individuals suspected of armed robbery at the Home Depot located at 921 Jacks Valley Road on March 9, 2023.

The suspects left in a silver 2017 Ford Fusion with California license plate 9BBS792.

Carson City School District hosted Band-O-Rama, an admission-free music event, Thursday, March 23 at Carson High School. The concert celebrated instrumental and music education throughout the district and featured bands from all age levels, including elementary, middle and high school.

April 1st – Saturday
Bonsai Club meeting with Ken Jones
11am to 12pm
-Bonsai club meets the first Saturday of every month thru October

On Thursday, March 30 at 4:30 p.m. the Nevada State Board of Education will be hosting the first of two upcoming workshops to explore the topic of high school start times.

Noah Giron, a 2018 Carson High graduate who is on the US Ski Team as a Ski Cross competitor, is currently in Canada, competing and promoting goodwill with potential future skiers.

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