There is a new Associated Press story out about the budget cuts proposed for the state's museums, including the possible closure of the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City. This adds to the story we first reported in October. The $600,000 a year the state spends on the railroad museum brings in $1.9 million to the Carson City economy.

Don Quilici, outdoor editor at CarsonSports.com has posted some photos of his recent venture to his cabin in the mountains. Check it out here. Also click here to read up a column and some thoughts about outdoor travel over the past year. Don's wife, Elaine, has some wonderful photos to go along with the narrative.

We will be running light on stories here from now through the New Year unless some earth-shattering government or political event occurs.
We’d like to thank all our readers and supporters for their emails, comments and story suggestions. This was a fun year in Nevada government and state politics, and next year is shaping up to be another  fun one.
See you in 2011!

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It's the dreaded freezing fog. Be safe driving and walking this morning. An advisory has been issued through noon today. Go to Carsonweather.com for the latest.

Carson Lanes New Year's Eve Party. Join us on 12/31 for our best New Year's Eve Party ever. Bowling Specials all day long, and live band "3N1" playing from 8pm-Midnite. Free Party Favors, Champagne (or cider) at midnight. Free $200 Drawing at 11:00pm (earn an entry ticket for every meal purchased on 12/31 before 10pm in Johnny Rockets, Wally's Pizza and Subs, or Alley's Diner. Must be 21. Smoke FREE. http://www.carsonlanes.com/

By Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – There will be no fee increases of any kind in Gov.-elect Brian Sandoval’s budget when it is presented to lawmakers next year, Chief of Staff Heidi Gansert has confirmed.

Just in case you didn’t get enough, here are more videos from the Nevada Christmas lights in the Carson Valley.

The address is 1176 Chaparral Ct, off Stephanie Way in the Carson Valley. Click here for a Google map.

President Obama signs repeal of 'Don't ask Don't Tell.'

A full evening of dinner, speaking and an auction will support Western Nevada College athletics at the college's annual fund-raising event on Saturday, Jan. 15 at the Peppermill Hotel-Casino, Reno. Call (775) 445-3240 for exact time of event.
This year's dinner will feature pitcher Kevin Jepsen of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Jepsen, a Bishop Manogue High School graduate, is a right-handed reliever and a member of the bronze medal-winning team at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.



A Carson City man wanted on burglary and grand larceny warrants was arrested early Tuesday morning.

Robert Kenneth Weaver, 44, was taken into custody at about 1:45 Tuesday morning after warrants had been issued by Carson City Justice Court.

Officers responded to the 3200 block of Bowers Lane after it was learned that Weaver was at the location. Officers were allowed inside the home and Weaver was arrested. He is being held on $28,000 bail.

The Las Vegas Sun reports the Nevada Supreme Court rejected an appeal today by a California woman who says the state's marijuana law is unconstitutional. The woman claimed she was a legal user of pot in California but was stopped in Nevada, tested positive and convicted. Click here for the story.

"The Black Swan," currently playing at The Galaxy Fandango Cineplex in Carson City, is Natalie Portman's movie, good or bad. Reported Portman lost 20 pounds over six months of ballet lessons to fit the part and while not ballet slim does look pretty good.

We have received a couple of reports that Gold's Gym on Topsy Lane closed down over the weekend. One person told me he saw a moving van parked in front of the business on Sunday, and some men looked like they were preparing to move out some of the exercise equipment.

This report claims to have more details, but we have no verification of these facts as yet. But if it is true, then there will be some legal action likely.

Western Nevada College invites the public to a free viewing of the eclipse at the Jack C. Davis Observatory tonight beginning at 9 p.m. The dimming of the Moon begins at 9:27 p.m. and a subtle red glow will develop as the shadow of the Earth on the Moon gets darker.
The Earth will cast its shadow and totally engulf the Moon from 11:41 p.m. to 12:53 a.m. PST.
The lunar eclipse will be easily viewed with the naked eye, and volunteer members of the Western Nevada Astronomical Society (WNAS) will be available to answer any questions about the eclipse.

Lyon County phone problems have apparently been resolved, according to dispatchers.
A telephone outage happened at around 2 p.m. according to dispatchers, and 911 phone calls were re-routed to Carson City. An Emergency Broadcast System message announcing the phone problems came at around 3 p.m.
Lyon dispatchers said later this afternoon that the phone problem has since been fixed. A similar outage happened on Dec. 8 through Lyon and Douglas counties.

Here is the Carson City road construction report for today, Monday, through Dec. 26.

Water utility improvements continue, and the following areas will be affected:

— Fairview Drive between Butti Way and 5th Street roundabout will be reduced to one lane with flaggers during daytime hours.  Expect minor delays.

— Butti Way between Airport Road and Fairview Drive will be reduced to one lane with flaggers during daytime hours. Expect minor delays.

Santa and Mrs. Klaus have a heart to heart chat during the Dayton Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Dec. 18. Healthy Communities Coalition and Kiwanis of Dayton Township hosted a pancake breakfast with Santa, Mrs. Klaus and elf helpers at the Dayton Community Center.

Rain has turned to snow tonight as a strong winter storm continues to bring a mix of precipitation to the Carson City area and heavy snow at Lake Tahoe.

A winter weather advisory is in effect until 10 a.m. Monday morning for the Carson City region, while a winter storm warning continues at Lake Tahoe until 4 p.m., according to the National Weather Service in Reno.

Carson City and Carson Valley regions can expect about 2 to 4 inches of snow overnight, while Tahoe is expected to receive several more feet, especially in areas above 7,000 feet.

Earlier Sunday wind and rain caused a number of problems, including downed trees and minor flooding.

At 4:25 p.m., a large tree crashed into two vehicles on Nelson Lane near Bunch Way in Carson City. Tree limbs are reportedly also resting on homes, according to police dispatch. Meanwhile high winds that whipped through the area earlier this afternoon brought down another large tree in the area of Sherman Lane.

Water ponding has been reported throughout town, both the east and west sides, and around Highway 50 near the old Scolari's. Roof leaks have even been reported at the Carson City Sheriff's Office at 911 Musser Street.

Back-to-back weather systems moving into the Carson City area today has prompted the National Weather Service in Reno to issue a winter weather advisory through 3 a.m. Monday morning.

UPDATE 4 p.m.: Mount Rose Highway continues to remain closed because of weather conditions. And there is a wind advisory for the Carson City region. Go to Carsonweather.com for the latest.

Carson City fire personnel are investigating heavy water damage this afternoon at Carson Middle School.
An initial fire alarm call from the school, located at 1440 King Street, came into city dispatch around noon.
Significant water damage, roof leaks and some flooding is being reported after a subsequent review of at least one of the classrooms and the main hallway, said Bob Charles, battalion chief for the Carson City Fire Department.

Local musician Chris Bayer plays some holiday tunes:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gf641MkDZ3w

Nevada Highway Patrol troopers have been busy today responding to four dozen motor vehicle crashes on area roads and highways.

Some 47 accidents were reported between 6 a.m. and noon today throughout the Northern Nevada region, said Trooper Chuck Allen.

The accidents happened as a result of falling snow, slippery roadways and motorists traveling too fast for the roadway conditions, Allen said in a press statement. There were also dozens of spin-outs and slide-offs on many highways as well. Click here for the last road controls in Nevada and in the Sierra and carsonweather.com for the latest weather alerts.

Scott Anderson talks about "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" playing at the Brewery Arts Center this weekend:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7ic1j7J2uE

Carson City authorities made three separate methamphetamine-related arrests earlier this week.

A 57-year-old South Lake Tahoe man faces a felony charge of possession of methamphetamine after being stopped on Wednesday at the corner of Carson Street and Hot Springs Road.

Officers spotted a Ford Ranger not driving in the travel lane and not having a red tail light. The driver, identified as Frederick Allan Russo, was stopped. Officers detected a smell of marijuana from his car and officers asked permission to search the vehicle and Russo agreed, according to the arrest report.

KOLO TV Channel 8 reports that Friends in Helping Need (F.I.S.H.) is short around 200 turkeys for Carson City families in need. Click here to read the story and to view the video.