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Carson High School has named Javier Arellano and Reese Mackenzie as the 2022 Winterfest King and Queen.

Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) announced it will resume operations providing limited-service today, February 12, within the South Lake Tahoearea. Limited bus service will be available on routes 50, 55, and paratransit. Service remains suspended for the 19X and 22 routes.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for assistance in identifying suspects in an armed robbery that occurred just before 0400 hours on February 12, 2020.

In accordance with Gov. Steve Sisolak’s announcement Thursday to lift the statewide mask mandate, the Nevada Department of Corrections will no longer require masks for staff, offenders or visitors, effective immediately.

The Department will also resume visitation beginning Monday, Feb. 14, 2022, for all institutions except Ely State Prison, where there is a current COVID-19 outbreak.

UPDATE 7:06 p.m.: NHP is shutting down traffic. Motorists should seek alternate routes.

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A vehicle crash was reported just before 7 p.m. Friday night near Highway 50 W. and Golf Club Drive.

According to callers, one vehicle has spun out and another vehicle has struck it.

We want to help our shelter pets in the greatest need of getting adopted and out of our shelters find happy homes in time for Valentine’s Day!

So we are making all members of our Lonely Hearts Club just $14 to adopt from Friday, 2.11 - Sunday, 2.13.

Through the Greater Nevada Mortgage (GNM) Keys to Greater program, a portion of the revenue from every new mortgage or refinanced mortgage funded through GNM in 2021 was donated to the Eddy House. With the help of almost 2,000 mortgage clients, GNM contributed a total of $119,300 last year; this donation helped meet the needs of nearly 12,000 client visits to the Eddy House in 2021.

Sport Clips Haircuts, the nation’s largest franchise dedicated to men’s and boys’ hair care, will open February 16 in Carson City’s Cochise Crossing shopping center. This new locally-owned business is the latest of the franchise’s more than 1,850 locations across the U.S. and Canada.

The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is honored to support 211 Day in Nevada, on February 11, 2022, as recognized by Governor Steve Sisolak.

Nevada 211 is a free, confidential service available 24/7/365 to empower Nevadans in achieving optimal self-sufficiency, health and well-being.

There’s a lot of excitement in the air as a new generation of entrepreneurs have taken the plunge to bring new or expand their businesses into our city thus creating more opportunities for residents to find goods and services.

Hello fellow anglers. This weekend will be spring-like and everyone will be getting outside to fish and recreate.

We have had some tragedies in the local area. I hoped I would never have to report on it. People were walking and ice skating on Stampede Reservoir last week and fell through the ice. One did not survive.

It's "big-band jazz times four" when the Mile High Jazz Band and three youth jazz bands present the 18th annual Jazz Extravaganza concert, on Tuesday, February 22, at 7:00 p.m., in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street, Carson City.

The Extravaganza is sponsored by the Mile High Jazz Band Association as a benefit for youth jazz programs.

Featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be former Carson City Fire Chief Stacey Giomi, currently a member of the Board of Supervisors representing Ward 1. He assumed office on January 7, 2019 and has announced his intention to run for reelection later this year.

Giomi serves as the Board of Supervisor's representative on the Carson City Cultural and Tourism Authority, the Carson Water Sub-Conservancy District, and the Western Nevada Legislative Coalition. He is also Carson City’s representative to the Nevada Association of Counties.

In a remarkable interfaith gesture, Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish, Baha’i religious leaders of the area are joining together to remember homeless Nevadans who died in 2021.

COVID-19 shut down access to most U.S. prisons, including the  Lovelock Correctional Center located in Lovelock, Nevada,  where  Joe Arceo of Carson City volunteers with a group of Jehovah’s Witness ministers. Without warning, inmates were cut off from a robust Bible education program that included weekly Bible-based discourses, audience discussions, individual Bible studies and video presentations.

On Thursday, Carson City Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Mike Cullen was celebrated on his last day before entering his retirement.

Soroptimist International of Carson City is seeking nominations and applications for its annual Ruby Award. The Soroptimist Ruby Award honors women who, through their professional or personal efforts, are making extraordinary differences in the lives of women or girls in the areas of health, education, and economic and social development and inspires and encourages other women.

Carson City’s newest salon, Salon Affinity, held its grand opening Wednesday evening with an official Carson City Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting celebration.

With a focus on being a sustainable shopping resource, the new Plato’s Closet in Carson City opened Thursday with an enthusiastic crowd outside its door waiting to shop and a warm welcome ribbon cutting celebration at its new Carson Mall location.

Nevadans can shed their face masks today, as the state lifts its mandate days ahead of an expected busy Super Bowl weekend in Las Vegas.

The shift — announced by Gov. Steve Sisolak during a Thursday morning press conference — follows suit with other Democrat-led states easing pandemic mitigation measures amid a nationwide decline in COVID-19 cases.

As of Feb. 9, test positivity rate remains extremely high within the quad counties, with an average of 40.6 percent of all tests returning positive, according to Nevada Health Response.

However, while case transmission and test positivity remains high, there is also a downward trend from the peak highs occurring at the end of January and the beginning of February.

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce another National Board Certified Teacher from the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards.

Carson City is getting a big music and entertainment boost soon. Evangeline Elston has joined the Nashville Social Club leadership team as Entertainment Director. Elston brings an extensive music industry background to the endeavor.

The Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol Division, and other law enforcement agencies participating in Joining Forces will be combining resources from Feb. 9, 2022 through Feb. 15, 2022 to apprehend impaired drivers.

Valentine's Sip N Shop night at MidTown Marketplace. This Friday, February 11th from 5pm-7pm. Enjoy the classical jazz and blues sounds of local musician Bob Israel, have a taste of wine or champagne while shopping at Carson City's most unique Marketplace. Midtown Marketplace is located at 104 Corbett St, in Carson City.

CARSON CITY — District Attorney Jason Woodbury announced today he is running for re-election. Woodbury is finishing a second term following his election in 2014 and re- election in 2018.

Daddy and Princess Debutante Ball will happen June 18 at Carson Mall. All daughters and their escort, regardless of age, are cordially invited to join us for a magical evening of music, dance, prizes, snacks, pictures and a princess march led by a guest princess from a Magical Movie!

Do you love tacos?! Then come and join us Feb. 22, 6:30 p.m. at Hammer and Stain Carson for the Ultimate Taco Tuesday experience!

February is all about all about love and the heart. Right smack in the middle of the month is Valentine’s Day, the day dedicated to love all over the world.

Fundraising Workshop at Pipers Opera House

The Comstock Foundation for History and Culture and The Friends of Sutro Tunnel are pleased to present the seven-figure Federal Fundraising workshop for Northern Nevada Non-Profits to make a positive impact for our stakeholders.

This week, pick up locations for free at-home COVID-19 tests have been announced throughout the Quad-County region including Douglas and Lyon counties and Carson City.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for assistance in identifying a suspect in a case involving the use of counterfeit money.

Non smoking environment, no gaming, full bar, lots of food, best burgers in Northern Nevada, tap beer, wine and more. Click on flier for details.

Extensive training to provide life support services in pre-hospital situations has meant many sacrifices for Western Nevada College’ second graduation class.

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak will hold a virtual press conference, Thursday, Feb. 10, at 10 a.m. to provide an update on COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, along with the availability of COVID-19 test kits and therapeutics.

A 32-year man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of gross misdemeanor possession of burglary tools and being an ex-felon failing to register, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office deputy report.

Sunridge Women's Golf Club at Sunridge Golf Club in Carson City is welcoming new and returning members! Interested in joining a group of fun women playing fun golf games? COME JOIN US! Our season starts on Tuesday, April 12, with a short meeting and continental breakfast at 9:00 a.m. and will have our shotgun at 9:30 a.m.

Lyon County Human Services has COVID-19 at home kits available for free to Lyon County residents and individuals that work in Lyon County.

The Brewery Arts Center will host another Musicale at The Maizie event this year on Feb. 12, 2022 at 7pm. This new singer/songwriter series in what was formerly the Maizie Harris Jesse Black Box Theater, now simple known as The Maizie has created quite the buzz amongst music enthusiasts throughout the region.

Keith Greeninger will perform at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda in Minden, at 7 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2022. As a solo artist and as a founding member of the renown trio City Folk he has toured the national Folk and Americana circuit extensively for the last two and a half decades.

The Brewery Arts Center in Carson City is hosting two special Valentine’s classes this weekend. First, Friday night’s Adult Paint and Sip is where you can paint on your own canvas or share to create “Lock and Key” with artist Debbie Corona.

Healthy Communities February meeting includes two presentations

Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties hosts its February meeting on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at 9am via Zoom (connection details below). The public meeting includes member updates and introductions, discussion of matters of regional importance to health and wellness, and presentations by guest speakers.

East Fork Fire and Carson City Fire Department and the Nevada State Police Highway Patrol division responded early Tuesday evening to a rollover crash on US-395 in the southbound lane near Sunridge. Injuries are reported and a Care Flight air ambulance has been ordered.
The crash was reported at around 5:30 p.m. at Plymouth Drive and Highway 395. Motorists can expect delays.

MINDEN — At-home COVID-19 test kits will be available for distribution starting Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022 at locations around Douglas County.

Proscenium Players, Inc. is performing the comedy Four Weddings and an Elvis this weekend, Feb. 11-13, 2022, at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.

A new Thai restaurant, Pink Elephant Kitchen, held its grand opening mid January at the former Lily’s China Bistro location at 1280 S. Carson Street in Carson City.

According to their menu, Pink Elephant Kitchen offers Thai staples such as curries, rice plates and noodle plates, made from scratch in a home-like environment.

Family Support Council of Douglas County will hold its "Have a Heart" BINGO fundraiser on Feb. 17, 2022, 4:30pm at the Douglas Community and Senior Center, 1329 Waterloo Lane. Join us for this family fun event.

We are asking our incredible community for sponsorship. See flier above and contact Karen at: klowry@family-support.org or call 775-782-8692 to sponsor today.

Thank you for your support of Family Support Council of Douglas County.

Nevada Health Centers’ School-based Health Center, located at 618 W. Musser Street will be offering COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations to adults and children during a walk-in clinic on Wednesday, Feb. 9, from 9 to 11 a.m.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office still has openings for its Winter 2022 Citizen Academy, which begins next week. This session will run 10 consecutive weeks from Wednesday, Feb. 16 through Wednesday, April 20.

Chloe Crookshanks, a Carson High School junior, has been selected by the Nevada Section of the Society for Range Management to participate in the High School Youth Forum, an SRM sponsored youth activity held jointly during the 75th Annual SRM annual meeting.

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