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One dead in Highway 50 accident east of Fallon
News - Last Update Tue, 07/06/2010 - 12:08pm

One person is dead after an accident this morning eight miles east of Fallon on Highway 50.
A male driver was killed in the two-vehicle accident and a female sustained injuries and was transported to Bannar Churchill Memorial Hospital, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.
Her condition is unknown at this time. Eastbound traffic was closed temporarily because of the accident, which was reported shortly after 7 this morning.

National Weather Service issues Fire Weather Watch for Carson City

News - Last Update Tue, 07/06/2010 - 11:53am

With dry thunderstorms expected to roll into the region by Wednesday, a Fire Weather Watch was issued at 5:44 this morning for Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe and eastern Lyon counties. A fire weather watch means that critical fire weather conditions are possible. Go to www.carsonweather.com for the latest.

Experienced workers displace teen job seekers
News - Last Update Mon, 07/05/2010 - 9:45pm

Many teens looking for a jobs face the added challenge of finding work in during a recession.

Teen jobs have gone down since the mid 2000s, because more people — including out of work adults — are competing for the same jobs that traditionally went to teenagers.

Older workers are now commonly found working as grocery store baggers, fast food workers, amusement park staff, etc. Now that school is out more teens are looking for summer jobs.

WebChat with Jonathan Denwood: E-commerce, part 1
Business - Last Update Fri, 08/06/2010 - 2:48pm
Jonathan Denwood discusses the first steps a business needs to take to set up an E-commerce website:

Lawsuit filed against Nevada Wildlife Commission
News - Last Update Mon, 07/05/2010 - 3:13pm

The Nevada Wildlife Commission is being challenged to defend its policies and actions in legal and administrative arenas over its awarding of grant money, transparency and increased focus on killing predators. Click here to read the story.

Sen. Harry Reid makes Fourth of July visit to RSVP Carnival at Mills Park in Carson City
News - Last Update Mon, 07/05/2010 - 1:21pm

Sen. Harry Reid turned up in the Capital City on this Fourth of July holiday, spending about an hour at the annual RSVP Carnival at Mills Park in Carson City.
The Nevada Democrat and the Senate Majority Leader strolled through the park and was greeted by well-wishers, supporters and even a couple of critics who were polite and cordial.

Nevada State Parks offers backyard bird feeder class at Washoe Lake
Lifestyle - Last Update Tue, 07/06/2010 - 11:54am

Be inventive and creative, recycle and learn to feed birds all in one day.
A class on how to make a bird feeder out of recycled plastic will be offered by Nevada State Parks at Washoe Lake on July 10 beginning at 10 a.m.
Park staff will teach anyone how to decorate bird feeders out of recycled plastic bottles. The program is suitable for ages 5 to adult and all materials will be provided.
In honor of Nevada State Parks 75th anniversary, all children will receive a 75th anniversary memorabilia prize.

Over the line: Carson City woman arrested for allegedly throwing rocks at protesters
Opinion - Last Update Mon, 07/05/2010 - 7:07pm

There was a disturbance near the Legislature Building Saturday afternoon in Carson City. A woman who was apparently angry at some political signs, allegedly threw rocks at three demonstrators.

The news that came across the scanner this July 3 afternoon was that there was a fight involving "protesters" in front of the Legislative Building. Given the political climate these days, it was worth following up.

Goodbye Java Girls, Hello V&T Coffee Company
Business - Last Update Sat, 07/03/2010 - 9:53pm

For those guys who liked their morning coffee with a little spice, you are going to have to find another way to get your thrills.

Just drove by Raley's Center this evening and noticed that Java Girls is no more. The signs have been changed to V&T Coffee Company. Guess the scantily clad barista thing didn't pan out.

Homeless
News - Last Update Sat, 07/03/2010 - 7:04pm

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Sat, 07/17/2010 - 8:51am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Sun, 07/18/2010 - 6:42am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Sun, 07/18/2010 - 12:26pm

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Mon, 07/19/2010 - 11:36am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Tue, 07/20/2010 - 2:05am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Tue, 07/20/2010 - 1:41pm

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Tue, 07/20/2010 - 8:35pm

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Tue, 07/20/2010 - 8:39pm

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Wed, 07/21/2010 - 6:50am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Wed, 07/21/2010 - 10:05am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Thu, 07/22/2010 - 2:06am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Thu, 07/22/2010 - 6:31am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Thu, 07/22/2010 - 2:36pm

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Fri, 07/23/2010 - 2:05am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
- Last Update Fri, 07/23/2010 - 6:55am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Homeless
News - Last Update Fri, 07/23/2010 - 11:04am

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/03/homeless Here's the whole story on the motorhome fire I put up pictures of a couple of days ago. From the Record-Courier:

Carson City firefighters douse flames on BLM property caused by Jeep fire
News - Last Update Sat, 07/03/2010 - 12:31pm

An abandoned Jeep Cherokee east of the Koontz Lane water tank on BLM land was found burning early this morning, igniting a 10 foot by 10 foot area of sage and cheat grass before firefighters doused the flames.
The fire, reported to dispatch by the owner at about 1 a.m., was difficult to get to logistically, but firefighters were able to knock it down before it spread, said Carson City Batallion Chief Bob Charles. A tow truck with a flatbed was called in early this morning to remove the vehicle from the rugged terrain.

Gov. Gibbons Insists Staff Will Not Participate In Budget Review, Senate Majority Leader Horsford Denies Accusations of Conflicts
News - Last Update Tue, 07/06/2010 - 11:57am

CARSON CITY – Gov. Jim Gibbons sent a letter to legislative leadership yesterday saying executive branch officials will not attend next week’s meeting of a lawmaker panel formed to undertake a review of state agency budgets.
The decision could create a legal and constitutional showdown between Gibbons, who is in the final months of his term, and the Legislature, over the authority held by the two branches of government.

Gov. Gibbons Insists Staff Will Not Participate In Budget Review, Senate Majority Leader Horsford Denies Accusations of Conflicts
- Last Update Sat, 07/17/2010 - 8:54am

CARSON CITY – Gov. Jim Gibbons sent a letter to legislative leadership yesterday saying executive branch officials will not attend next week’s meeting of a lawmaker panel formed to undertake a review of state agency budgets.
The decision could create a legal and constitutional showdown between Gibbons, who is in the final months of his term, and the Legislature, over the authority held by the two branches of government.

Gov. Gibbons Insists Staff Will Not Participate In Budget Review, Senate Majority Leader Horsford Denies Accusations of Conflicts
- Last Update Sun, 07/18/2010 - 6:42am

CARSON CITY – Gov. Jim Gibbons sent a letter to legislative leadership yesterday saying executive branch officials will not attend next week’s meeting of a lawmaker panel formed to undertake a review of state agency budgets.
The decision could create a legal and constitutional showdown between Gibbons, who is in the final months of his term, and the Legislature, over the authority held by the two branches of government.

Gov. Gibbons Insists Staff Will Not Participate In Budget Review, Senate Majority Leader Horsford Denies Accusations of Conflicts
- Last Update Sun, 07/18/2010 - 12:26pm

CARSON CITY – Gov. Jim Gibbons sent a letter to legislative leadership yesterday saying executive branch officials will not attend next week’s meeting of a lawmaker panel formed to undertake a review of state agency budgets.
The decision could create a legal and constitutional showdown between Gibbons, who is in the final months of his term, and the Legislature, over the authority held by the two branches of government.

Gov. Gibbons Insists Staff Will Not Participate In Budget Review, Senate Majority Leader Horsford Denies Accusations of Conflicts
- Last Update Mon, 07/19/2010 - 11:35am

CARSON CITY – Gov. Jim Gibbons sent a letter to legislative leadership yesterday saying executive branch officials will not attend next week’s meeting of a lawmaker panel formed to undertake a review of state agency budgets.
The decision could create a legal and constitutional showdown between Gibbons, who is in the final months of his term, and the Legislature, over the authority held by the two branches of government.

Gov. Gibbons Insists Staff Will Not Participate In Budget Review, Senate Majority Leader Horsford Denies Accusations of Conflicts
- Last Update Tue, 07/20/2010 - 2:05am

CARSON CITY – Gov. Jim Gibbons sent a letter to legislative leadership yesterday saying executive branch officials will not attend next week’s meeting of a lawmaker panel formed to undertake a review of state agency budgets.
The decision could create a legal and constitutional showdown between Gibbons, who is in the final months of his term, and the Legislature, over the authority held by the two branches of government.

Gov. Gibbons Insists Staff Will Not Participate In Budget Review, Senate Majority Leader Horsford Denies Accusations of Conflicts
- Last Update Tue, 07/20/2010 - 1:41pm

CARSON CITY – Gov. Jim Gibbons sent a letter to legislative leadership yesterday saying executive branch officials will not attend next week’s meeting of a lawmaker panel formed to undertake a review of state agency budgets.
The decision could create a legal and constitutional showdown between Gibbons, who is in the final months of his term, and the Legislature, over the authority held by the two branches of government.

Gov. Gibbons Insists Staff Will Not Participate In Budget Review, Senate Majority Leader Horsford Denies Accusations of Conflicts
- Last Update Tue, 07/20/2010 - 8:34pm

CARSON CITY – Gov. Jim Gibbons sent a letter to legislative leadership yesterday saying executive branch officials will not attend next week’s meeting of a lawmaker panel formed to undertake a review of state agency budgets.
The decision could create a legal and constitutional showdown between Gibbons, who is in the final months of his term, and the Legislature, over the authority held by the two branches of government.

Gov. Gibbons Insists Staff Will Not Participate In Budget Review, Senate Majority Leader Horsford Denies Accusations of Conflicts
- Last Update Tue, 07/20/2010 - 8:38pm

CARSON CITY – Gov. Jim Gibbons sent a letter to legislative leadership yesterday saying executive branch officials will not attend next week’s meeting of a lawmaker panel formed to undertake a review of state agency budgets.
The decision could create a legal and constitutional showdown between Gibbons, who is in the final months of his term, and the Legislature, over the authority held by the two branches of government.

Kirkwood, Squaw and Mammoth offer skiing and boarding this holiday weekend
Sports - Last Update Sat, 07/03/2010 - 1:50am

If you haven’t stowed your skis or snowboards already, you can still get some slope time this weekend as three resorts are offering snowsporting: Kirkwood Mountain Resort, Squaw Valley and Mammoth Mountain.

Free summer concerts at Carson Mall
- Last Update Fri, 07/02/2010 - 6:11pm

Carson Mall presents free summer concerts at The Cove from 5-7 pm on Fridays and Sundays. Fridays are rock and blues, Sundays feature blues and jazz.

SUNDAY JULY 25th: JAZZ AFTERNOON

Free summer concerts at Carson Mall
- Last Update Fri, 07/02/2010 - 6:08pm

Carson Mall presents free summer concerts at The Cove from 5-7 pm on Fridays and Sundays. Fridays are rock and blues, Sundays feature blues and jazz.

FRIDAY JULY 23rd: BLUES PROMISE

SUNDAY JULY 25th: JAZZ AFTERNOON

Free summer concerts at Carson Mall
- Last Update Fri, 07/02/2010 - 6:06pm

Carson Mall presents free summer concerts at The Cove from 5-7 pm on Fridays and Sundays. Fridays are rock and blues, Sundays feature blues and jazz.

SUNDAY JULY 18th: TRISTIN'S BLUES BAND

FRIDAY JULY 23rd: BLUES PROMISE

SUNDAY JULY 25th: JAZZ AFTERNOON

Free summer concerts at Carson Mall
- Last Update Mon, 07/12/2010 - 4:33am

Carson Mall presents free summer concerts at The Cove from 5-7 pm on Fridays and Sundays. Fridays are rock and blues, Sundays feature blues and jazz.
FRIDAY JULY 16th: PAWNSHOP
SUNDAY JULY 18th: TRISTIN'S BLUES BAND
FRIDAY JULY 23rd: BLUES PROMISE
SUNDAY JULY 25th: JAZZ AFTERNOON

Free summer concerts at Carson Mall
- Last Update Fri, 07/02/2010 - 6:03pm

Carson Mall presents free summer concerts at The Cove from 5-7 pm on Fridays and Sundays. Fridays are rock and blues, Sundays feature blues and jazz.

SUNDAY JULY 11th: SOUTH PAW FREDDIE

FRIDAY JULY 16th: PAWNSHOP

SUNDAY JULY 18th: TRISTIN'S BLUES BAND

FRIDAY JULY 23rd: BLUES PROMISE

SUNDAY JULY 25th: JAZZ AFTERNOON

Free summer concerts at Carson Mall
- Last Update Fri, 07/02/2010 - 4:44pm

Carson Mall presents free summer concerts at The Cove from 5-7 pm on Fridays and Sundays. Fridays are rock and blues, Sundays feature blues and jazz.

FRIDAY JULY 9th: BAD INTENT

SUNDAY JULY 11th: SOUTH PAW FREDDIE

FRIDAY JULY 16th: PAWNSHOP

SUNDAY JULY 18th: TRISTIN'S BLUES BAND

FRIDAY JULY 23rd: BLUES PROMISE

SUNDAY JULY 25th: JAZZ AFTERNOON

Carson City Relay for Life
- Last Update Fri, 07/02/2010 - 4:36pm

The Carson City Relay for Life takes place July 17 at the Edmonds Sports Complex. The event is fun for the whole family, and supports the important cause of defeating cancer. Come out, have fun and support a good cause.

For more information, visit http://carsoncityrelay.org

Group Seeking To Turn Yucca Mountain Into Research Site Applauds Ruling Against U.S. Energy Department
News - Last Update Fri, 07/02/2010 - 7:46pm

CARSON CITY – A representative of a group seeking to turn Yucca Mountain into an energy park said a ruling earlier this week halting the withdrawal of the application to license the site as a nuclear waste dump is a huge opportunity for Nevada.
“We are thrilled with the ruling,� said Randi Thompson with Nevadans 4 Carbon-Free Energy. “It’s huge for Nevada.�

Group Seeking To Turn Yucca Mountain Into Research Site Applauds Ruling Against U.S. Energy Department
- Last Update Sat, 07/17/2010 - 8:54am

CARSON CITY – A representative of a group seeking to turn Yucca Mountain into an energy park said a ruling earlier this week halting the withdrawal of the application to license the site as a nuclear waste dump is a huge opportunity for Nevada.
“We are thrilled with the ruling,” said Randi Thompson with Nevadans 4 Carbon-Free Energy. “It’s huge for Nevada.”

Group Seeking To Turn Yucca Mountain Into Research Site Applauds Ruling Against U.S. Energy Department
- Last Update Sun, 07/18/2010 - 6:42am

CARSON CITY – A representative of a group seeking to turn Yucca Mountain into an energy park said a ruling earlier this week halting the withdrawal of the application to license the site as a nuclear waste dump is a huge opportunity for Nevada.
“We are thrilled with the ruling,” said Randi Thompson with Nevadans 4 Carbon-Free Energy. “It’s huge for Nevada.”

Group Seeking To Turn Yucca Mountain Into Research Site Applauds Ruling Against U.S. Energy Department
- Last Update Sun, 07/18/2010 - 12:26pm

CARSON CITY – A representative of a group seeking to turn Yucca Mountain into an energy park said a ruling earlier this week halting the withdrawal of the application to license the site as a nuclear waste dump is a huge opportunity for Nevada.
“We are thrilled with the ruling,” said Randi Thompson with Nevadans 4 Carbon-Free Energy. “It’s huge for Nevada.”

Group Seeking To Turn Yucca Mountain Into Research Site Applauds Ruling Against U.S. Energy Department
- Last Update Mon, 07/19/2010 - 11:35am

CARSON CITY – A representative of a group seeking to turn Yucca Mountain into an energy park said a ruling earlier this week halting the withdrawal of the application to license the site as a nuclear waste dump is a huge opportunity for Nevada.
“We are thrilled with the ruling,” said Randi Thompson with Nevadans 4 Carbon-Free Energy. “It’s huge for Nevada.”

Group Seeking To Turn Yucca Mountain Into Research Site Applauds Ruling Against U.S. Energy Department
- Last Update Tue, 07/20/2010 - 2:05am

CARSON CITY – A representative of a group seeking to turn Yucca Mountain into an energy park said a ruling earlier this week halting the withdrawal of the application to license the site as a nuclear waste dump is a huge opportunity for Nevada.
“We are thrilled with the ruling,” said Randi Thompson with Nevadans 4 Carbon-Free Energy. “It’s huge for Nevada.”

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