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Gov. Sandoval Signs Executive Order Creating Interagency Council On Veterans Affairs

News - Last Update Tue, 07/03/2012 - 7:50pm

Nevada News Bureau Staff

CARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval today signed an Executive Order establishing the Governor’s Interagency Council on Veterans Affairs.

Executive Order 2012-15 creates the council to work to identify and prioritize the needs of Nevada’s veterans.

State Contractors Seek Support To Preserve Highway Funding Revenue For Road Projects, Jobs

News - Last Update Tue, 07/03/2012 - 5:44pm

Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau

CARSON CITY – About $87 million in state taxes that could be parlayed into 10 times as much to pay for critical road improvements are ready to flow to the state Department of Transportation next year, but there are concerns the money could be diverted to other needs.

Crime Log: Man arrested for assult with deadly weapon, kidnapping

News - Last Update Tue, 07/03/2012 - 9:52am

By Kirk Caraway

Carson City Sheriff's deputies Monday morning arrested Thomas Dean Caudill, 31, of Carson City, for felony kidnapping with a deadly weapon, and felony assault with a deadly weapon.

According to the arrest report, the suspect allegedly threatened two females with a large knife at a party in the 900 block of South Minnesota. His bail was set at $100,000.

State Lawmaker To Take Aim Again At Fast-Food Sales In Effort To Combat Obesity

News - Last Update Mon, 07/02/2012 - 3:48pm

Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau

CARSON CITY – Assemblyman Harvey Munford, D-Las Vegas, said today he will try again with a bill in the 2013 session to impose a fee on some items sold at fast-food restaurants in an effort to help combat the national obesity epidemic.

Carson City Supervisors to consider amending loan agreement with auto dealer

News - Last Update Mon, 07/02/2012 - 1:25pm

The Carson City Board of Supervisors will be discussing on Thursday an amendment to the previous redevelopment incentive loan package offered to Micheal Hohl Motors to keep the company's three dealerships in the county.

The company has already received $2.4 million in redevelopment funds that was used to help build the new Honda and Subaru dealerships on South Carson Street, and is preparing to take out the remaining $2.4 million for remodeling of the GM dealership.

Nevada’s Health Insurance Exchange Moving Forward Following Supreme Court Ruling

News - Last Update Mon, 07/02/2012 - 11:36am

Nevada News Bureau Staff

CARSON CITY – The Silver State Health Insurance Exchange is moving forward to ensure that Nevada will have a state based exchange operational by Oct. 1, 2013, following the Supreme Court ruling Thursday upholding most of the federal health care law.

To date the Exchange has been awarded approximately $24.7 million in federal grants to pay for its establishment and implementation.

New NRHA home owner assistance program launches today to help middle class Nevadans hurt by the “Great Recession” and housing crisis

News - Last Update Mon, 07/02/2012 - 10:06am

Terri Hendry

CARSON CITY, NEV (June 29, 2012) – The Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) has launched a new home mortgage and down payment assistance program that is designed to help a group that has received very little help until now: working Nevadans who have been hurt by the downturn in the economy and the housing crisis.

Health Benefits of Exercise

Lifestyle - Last Update Mon, 07/02/2012 - 12:02pm

by Jerry Vance; Sweat Shop

You probably won’t read this, since it’s about exercise, but I think it’s time for a few words about the benefits of sweating. First of all, exercise isn’t supposed to be easy—especially if you have been a lounge lizard for years. And, no it isn’t over in six weeks. You will need to sweat and be very consistent about your workout schedule for a lot longer than six weeks. Sounds depressing doesn’t it? It means you must build your life around exercise, not vise versa!

Food Truck Fest at Fandango

Arts and Entertainment - Last Update Sun, 07/01/2012 - 11:33am

More than 2,000 people came to sample the delights cooked up by 18 gourmet food trucks who came from as far away as Los Angeles to participate in the Casino Fandango's Food Truck Fest.

Scenes from Legends of the West Show & Shine and Bike Fest

Arts and Entertainment - Last Update Sat, 06/30/2012 - 12:14pm

Downtown Carson City was alive this morning as the Legends of the West Show & Shine and Bike Fest kicked off. Carson Street is closed between Robinson and Musser for the car and motorcycle show. The event features classic cars, food, drinks music and fun.

Part of the event includes the Carson City Sheriff's Office 9th Annual Extreme Motor Officer Training Challenge in front of the Carson Nugget. Watch as motorcycle patrol personnel from around the state work their big bikes through an obstacle course.

The event goes on all day until 7 p.m.

Carson City Road Report for July 2-8

Announcements - Last Update Sat, 06/30/2012 - 12:02pm

Construction will continue at the intersection of E. Fifth Street and Airport Road. The westbound lane of E. Fifth Street will be closed in the vicinity of the intersection and there will be flagger controlled traffic. Minimal delays are possible.

There will be nightly lane closures on US 395 from the junction of US 50W (Spooner) to 1st Street in Minden, Sunday, Monday, and Thursday, between 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. There will be flagger controlled traffic. Northbound US 395 will have grooved pavement from Ironwood Drive to Jacks Valley Road. Please drive with caution.

Mighty Surf Lords to open 'Concert Under The Stars'

Arts and Entertainment - Last Update Sat, 06/30/2012 - 6:45am

By Karel C. Ancona

Tickets are on sale for the fourth annual Concert Under the Stars, a fundraiser for The Greenhouse Project, featuring Pablo Cruise, Jaime Kyle and Northern Nevada’s own The Mighty Surf Lords.

The event takes place July 11 at Café at Adele’s and begins with the silent auction at 5 p.m., followed at 6 p.m. with happy, fun-filled music by The Mighty Surf Lords, who also played the venue last year and who open this year for Jaime Kyle and Pablo Cruise.

Man arrested for allegedly stealing, using debit card

News - Last Update Fri, 06/29/2012 - 3:31pm

Carson City Sheriff's deputies arrested a man on Thursday for allegedly stealing a debit card out of a vehicle and using it to buy beer, cigarettes, food and a laptop computer.

According to the arrest report, the victim stated that he keeps the card in his vehicle. The victim's bank notified him of some unusual purchases made on that card on June 26. The victim said that was the same day he took the vehicle to a business in the 1800 block of Highway 50 East to have it serviced, and that the card was now missing.

Nevada Taxable Sales Sees Modest But Solid Gain In April

News - Last Update Fri, 06/29/2012 - 4:08pm

Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau

CARSON CITY – Nevada’s taxable sales climbed by 5.1 percent in April over April 2011, continuing a 22 consecutive month trend of positive numbers for the important economic indicator, the state Department of Taxation reported this week.

The $3.5 billion in taxable purchases in April were buoyed by double-digit gains in several major categories, including construction; up 16.1 percent, merchant wholesalers-durable goods, up 10.2 percent; and motor vehicle and parts dealers, up 10.5 percent.

Sandoval ‘Extremely Disappointed’ Clark County Suing To Recover Funds Taken By Lawmakers In 2009

News - Last Update Fri, 06/29/2012 - 2:00pm

Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau

CARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval says he is disappointed that Clark County has decided to sue to recover $102.5 million in property taxes taken by the 2009 Legislature to balance Nevada’s budget, but said the “state is on very solid ground in this case.”

Carson City restaurant inspection reports for June 29

Health & Wellness - Last Update Fri, 06/29/2012 - 1:09pm

See the full reports below:

Views Mixed On Effect Of New National Public Pension Reporting Rules On Nevada PERS

News - Last Update Fri, 06/29/2012 - 2:00pm

Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau

CARSON CITY – The Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) has voted to approve two new standards that the group says will substantially improve the accounting and financial reporting of public employee pensions by state and local governments.

Hampton Inn & Suites Carson City Earns 2012 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

Business - Last Update Fri, 06/29/2012 - 11:24am

Carson City, NV (Grassroots Newswire) June 25, 2012 – Hampton Inn & Suites Carson City in Carson City today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Approximately 10 percent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

Lake Tahoe inspectors intercept, decontaminate four boats for invasive mussels

News - Last Update Fri, 06/29/2012 - 11:53am

By Peter Brumis

The July 4th Holiday and fireworks celebrations always bring an influx of boaters to the Lake Tahoe Basin. With sunny skies and warm temperatures predicted for the 4th of July holiday week, boaters are urged to Clean, Drain and Dry their boats before arriving at one of 5 roadside inspection stations in the Tahoe to avoid delays and decontamination fees.

DUI checkpoint slated for Incline Village at Lake Tahoe during July 4 holiday

News - Last Update Fri, 06/29/2012 - 8:46am

The Nevada Highway Patrol, along with the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, Sparks Police Department, and the Carson City Sheriff’s Office are planning a sobriety check point at Lake Tahoe for the Fourth of July holiday.
The check point will be held in Incline Village and is being funded by a Joining Forces grant from the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety.
Due to the fireworks display and other special events planned at Lake Tahoe, a large increase in both vehicular and pedestrian traffic expected during the holiday, said NHP Sgt. Scott Farmer.

CANNED HEAT

Arts and Entertainment - Last Update Thu, 06/28/2012 - 11:01pm

Renegade Productions presents!

Friday, June 29
CANNED HEAT
With original members Harvey Mandel, Larry Taylor and Fito De La Parra
Opening act; Bootleggers
Jethro's, Gardenerville, NV – 775-265-2215
8:30PM. $25 advance.
All Ages

Carson City Harley-Davidson and Renegade Productions present Canned Heat in concert on Friday, June 29 at Jethro’s Bar and Grill in Gardnerville on Friday, June 29. Show is at 8:30 and tickets are $25. Opening act, Bootleggers start at 8:30pm. Advance tickets available through jambasetickets.com or at the venue. Hotline for more info: 775-337-8344 or 775-265-2215.

Carson Folk Musicians Find Support on the Web

Arts and Entertainment - Last Update Fri, 06/29/2012 - 7:38am

By Slim and Minnie

Carson City, NV – Two local folk musicians are finding benefactors for their music via the Internet. When the husband-and-wife folk duo Tom and Mary Kay Aufrance went looking for some financial help with publishing their upcoming music CD release, they decided to try a novel approach - auctioning off sponsorships on their CD via ebay.

Carson City employee publishes second book

Announcements - Last Update Fri, 06/29/2012 - 7:47am

Elizabeth A. Patterson

I recently was taking a trip back to the North East and needed a few books for my long flight from Reno. After hearing about Bonners Fairy through Elizabeth’s husband Dave, whom I work with, I was intrigued. He gave me a copy before I left and after reading the first one I was hooked! Soon to follow, I was anxious to start the second book, A New Kind of Battle. Once I got my hands on a copy, it took me less than 24 hours to read. I was eager to find out what our favorite characters were up to, and how things were panning out in Bonners Ferry and Roan.

Sandoval Defends Secrecy, Tax Breaks Needed To Lure Apple To Northern Nevada

News - Last Update Thu, 06/28/2012 - 4:19pm

Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau

CARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval today defended the secretive process that led to a

Taxable sales down 11.5 percent in Carson City in April

News - Last Update Thu, 06/28/2012 - 2:44pm

Carson City's taxable sales slumped in April, down 11.5 percent over prior year, according to the latest report from the Nevada Department of Taxation.

The city is still up 1.6 for sales year to date compared with last year.

Taxable sales statewide rose 5.1 percent in April compared to prior year.

See full stats below:

When Will Carson Supervisors Ever Learn

Opinion - Last Update Thu, 06/28/2012 - 12:11pm

By Fred Voltz

Despite an imminent fiscal 'Pearl Harbor,' Carson's supervisors recently voted a net increase in already-generous fire department compensation by $587,000 over the next five years. Almost in the next breath, the supervisors commented that unless the economy improves, there would need to be employee layoffs and service cuts.

'Obamacare' upheld by Supreme Court

Opinion - Last Update Thu, 06/28/2012 - 8:39am

By Kirk Caraway

The Supreme Court today upheld the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act, with Chief Justice John Roberts joining the court's liberal wing in a 5-4 vote.

Back in March, I wrote how this whole case hinged on flawed wording in the law when it was written. The authors failed to see how they should have framed this as a tax, not a mandate, and achieved the same result in a more constitutionally friendly way.

Here is how I framed it:

Outdoors with Don Q: The Fourth of July will be different this year

Outdoors - Last Update Thu, 06/28/2012 - 3:56am

By Don Quilici

If you have not yet made any plans to be in the Great Outdoors for the upcoming Fourth of July, you might want to heed some or all of the following tips.
Because the Fourth of July falls in the middle of the week on Wednesday this year, it will put a crimp in many folks’ plans for celebrating in the outdoors, as many of them will only have Wednesday off as a holiday.
So, their celebrating will have to occur either on the preceding weekend or the weekend following the Fourth.

With that said, consider this for either weekend:

Carson City to host International Women's Motorcycle Conference in July

News - Last Update Thu, 06/28/2012 - 3:49am

Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau

Carson City’s wide open high desert roads and proximity to the High Sierra is the main attraction for hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world this summer when it hosts the 2012 American Motorcycle Association's International Women & Motorcycling Conference, July 26-29.

Nugget Project ballot question petition submitted to clerk

News - Last Update Wed, 06/27/2012 - 4:23pm

The people behind the petition effort to force the Carson City Center aka Nugget Project on the ballot submitted 4,559 signatures to the Carson City Clerk-Recorder's office for verification this morning.

The group needs have have 2,935 signatures verified by the clerk to qualify the petition. Day Williams, an attorney who is part of the petitioners' group, said they did their own verification check of the signatures against the voter rolls and are confident they have more than enough to qualify.

Crime Log: Woman arrested for assault with deadly weapon

News - Last Update Wed, 06/27/2012 - 3:57pm

A domestic disturbance near Granite Circle and Castle Way early Wednesday morning led to the arrest of a woman for pointing a gun at another person.

Nancy Lopez, 33, of Carson City, was arrested for felony assault with a deadly weapon and misdemeanor domestic battery. Her bail was set at $23,000 plus court costs.

The person Lopez allegedly pointed the gun at, a 28-year-old Carson City man, was also arrested for gross misdemeanor domestic battery. His bail was set at $5,000.

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Two Smith Valley HOSA students National Winners

2012 Forensic Medicine Reserve Champions - HOSA National Leadership Conference

News - Last Update Wed, 06/27/2012 - 7:00am

Smith Valley High School Health Science students Sierra Hunewill and Mikayla DeBusk competed in Orlando, Florida June 21 at the National HOSA Leadership Conference. They traveled with over 125 students from Nevada to compete in health science related academic events. The two girls won the Forensic Science competition at state this year so therefore qualified for nationals. They had to make it to the second round in Florida by being in the top 20 with almost 200 competitors. They then went on to solve a crime scene and to determine the cause and time of death.

New motorcycle event to be possibly held in Virginia City

News - Last Update Tue, 06/26/2012 - 1:52pm

BLM

CARSON CITY -- The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Sierra Front Field Office in Carson City, Nevada is requesting the community's input in the development of an environmental assessment (EA) for a motorcycle event to be held in Virginia City, Storey County, Nev.

The Virginia City Motorcycle Club (Club) has submitted to the BLM a five year Special Recreation Permit (SRP) application for the “Virginia City Grand Prix” event. Comments will be accepted until July 26, 2012.

RGJ: Apple looks at Northern Nevada to invest $1 billion in facilities

Business - Last Update Tue, 06/26/2012 - 12:38pm

The Reno Gazette-Journal is reporting that Apple is planning on opening a data center east of Sparks and a business and purchasing center in downtown Reno, part of a $1 billion investment the company plans to spend in Northern Nevada over the next 10 years.
The deal includes tax abatements from the city and state, including sales and property tax. The Reno City Council will consider the deal on Wednesday.

Group Representing Nevada Businesses Files Court Challenge To Teacher-Backed Margin Tax

News - Last Update Tue, 06/26/2012 - 12:46pm

Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau

CARSON CITY – The Committee to Protect Nevada Jobs filed a lawsuit today against the “Education Initiative” (margin tax Initiative) charging that that the petition’s description of effect is deceptive and incomplete and that it violates the single-subject rule.

The complaint was filed in Carson City District Court.

Death Notices: Hunter, McConville, Benoit, Muller, Chester, Marcotte, Hughey

Obituaries - Last Update Tue, 06/26/2012 - 4:54am

Robert L. Hunter, 59, of Dayton, Nevada, passed away June 22, 2012. Walton's Chapel of the Valley is caring for arrangements. 775-882-4965Jeanne L. McConville, 84, passed away June 24, 2012. Arrang...

Obituary: Carmen Aguera

Obituaries - Last Update Tue, 06/26/2012 - 4:54am

Carmen Aguera, 58 years of age, Truckee resident for the past 22 years, passed away in Auburn, CA. at the Auburn Faith Hospital on June 11, 2012. Funeral Mass was held at 1:00 PM Saturday, June 16...

Berkley Defends Actions In Preserving Kidney Program, Calls For Comprehensive Immigration Reform

News - Last Update Mon, 06/25/2012 - 9:38pm

Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau

CARSON CITY – U.S. Senate candidate and Rep. Shelley Berkley defended her efforts to preserve a kidney transplant program in Nevada in 2008, saying she never advocated for anything that was not in the best interests of patients and patient care.

Berkley, D-Nev., defended her role in preserving the program in response to questions in an interview on the Face To Face television program.

Carson Cigar Company's Pedal Patio

Announcements - Last Update Mon, 06/25/2012 - 6:08pm

The Carson Cigar Company

Hold on to your hats Carson… or is it… hold on to your bicycle helmets! The Pedal Patio is coming to downtown Carson City this weekend, June 29th. What is the pedal patio? It is a bicycle bar that seats up to fourteen people. You can enjoy a cocktail or martini, while touring downtown on a bicycle built for fourteen. Yes, you get to pedal, drink, relax, and enjoy the sights and sounds of downtown Carson City. This unique attraction is new to Carson City and on Friday, June 29th, The Carson Cigar Company will be sponsoring tours of the downtown area on this unique ride.

Crime Log: Alleged hit and run leads to two arrests

News - Last Update Mon, 06/25/2012 - 2:07pm

Darin Dwight Rogers, 47, of Carson City, was arrested Saturday afternoon near the corner of Curry and 6th Street for felony DUI, misdemeanor hit and run, and misdemeanor driving on a revoked license.

According to the arrest report, a person called in to report that a vehicle had backed into his vehicle in a casino parking lot and left the scene. The reporting party followed the vehicle to a parking garage at Curry and 6th Street. When a Carson City Sheriff's deputy arrived, he found Rogers near the driver's side of the vehicle the reporting party alleged hit his.

July 4 at Lake Tahoe means no fireworks allowed, holiday booze ban at Nevada and Zephyr Cove beaches

News - Last Update Mon, 06/25/2012 - 1:10pm

The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit reminds residents and visitors to help protect public safety and our environment during the Fourth of July holiday.
Keep wildfire prevention in mind during Fourth of July celebrations. Possession of fireworks of any kind, including sparklers, is illegal in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Gov. Brian Sandoval Says Today’s Ruling On Arizona Immigration Law Shows Need For Federal Reform

News - Last Update Mon, 06/25/2012 - 11:30am

Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau

CARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval said today’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling in the Arizona immigration law case points out the need for Congress and the president to come together and reform the country’s immigration laws.

Carson City Road Report for June 25 to July 1

News - Last Update Mon, 06/25/2012 - 8:16am

There are several construction projects and road closures this week:

Construction will begin on Monday, June 25, at the intersection of E. Fifth Street and Airport Road. The westbound lane of E. Fifth Street will be closed in the vicinity of the intersection and there will flagger controlled traffic. Minimal delays are possible.

Monthly swing dance party

Arts and Entertainment - Last Update Thu, 07/12/2012 - 2:18pm

High Sierra Swing Dance Club presents its monthly dance party July 28 at the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom, 449 W. King St., Carson City. Jo Ann Grace will give a lesson in beginning bachata at 7 p.m., with the social dance at 8-10:30 p.m. Partners are not required. Lesson $7 for HSSDC and any swing dance club members or $10 for nonmembers; dance $7 for members of swing clubs and $10 for nonmembers.

Obituary: Anita A. Petri

Obituaries - Last Update Sun, 06/24/2012 - 5:00am

Anita A. Petri passed away June 8, 2011. She was 92 years old. Anita was born December 19, 1918 in San Francisco, CA to Peter and Olga Camozzi. She graduated from Galileo High School in San Franci...

Obituary: Colonel Oliver Pratt, Jr.

Obituaries - Last Update Sun, 06/24/2012 - 5:00am

Colonel Oliver Pratt Jr. passed away in his home on June 18, 2012. He died peacefully in the arms of his loving wife, Dorothy. Nick was born October 31,1927 in Carson City to Oliver Pratt Sr., ...

Obituary: Nancy S. King

Obituaries - Last Update Sun, 06/24/2012 - 5:00am

Nancy S. King, 69, passed away peacefully at home, on June 18, 2012, after a valiant fight with COPD. Nancy was born on October 26, 1942, to John and Beverly Seibert. Nancy grew up in Huntingto...

Last night's earthquake

News - Last Update Sat, 06/23/2012 - 12:10pm

As we reported via Twitter at the time, there was a 4.2 earthquake that shook the area at 8:51 last night, centered six miles north-northwest of Incline Village. You can find all the details here via USGS.

Carson City School Board meeting for June 26

Announcements - Last Update Sat, 06/23/2012 - 12:01pm

By Molly Moser

The Carson City School District is holding a school board meeting on Tuesday, June 26 at 7 P.M., located at Sierra Room of the Community Center, 851 E. William Street.

The Board of Trustees of Carson City School District and State of Nevada will discuss a Resolution to favor the Final Amended Budget for the Fiscal Year 2011-2012. This discussion will include topics such as revisions and certified enrollment, and audited fund balances. Updates on the phase one school bond projects, and functions and faculty features will also be discussed during the meeting.

See the full agenda below

Obituary: David A. Nelson

Obituaries - Last Update Sat, 06/23/2012 - 4:04am

DAVID A. NELSON, 82, passed away June 8, 2012. A memorial mass will be Monday, June 25, 2012, at 11am at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. Arrangements entrusted to Walton's Chapel of the Valley...

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