The Carson City Sheriff's Office is proud to announce the successful completion of the 2024 Citizens Academy, culminating in a memorable graduation ceremony.

Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Division has placed third in the American Association of State Troopers Best Looking Cruiser Contest, earning Nevada a spot in the 2025 AAST calendar.

Since April 15, 2024 the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating the disappearance of 25-year-old Sara Fliliatraut. The investigation led to the discovery of Ms. Filiatraut’s remains in a remote area of Churchill County on May 22, 2024. An autopsy performed by the Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed Ms. Filiatraut’s death as a homicide.

Join 4-H Carson City, Storey County Extension next week for three days of fun at Summer Camp. From Tuesday to Thursday, make friends, play games, participate in lessons and learn new things.

There have been several rumors and public requests over the years to fill the old K-Mart building. Recently, calls for a Winco, Whole Foods, a second Target, an indoor go-cart track, and even a homeless shelter have been brought up. However, since the store shuttered in 2006, there’s been little to no movement on rebranding it.

Now, the Carson City Planning Commission will be hearing a proposal on bringing new businesses into the space.

The annual Genoa Lakes Ladies’ Golf Club President’s Cup tournament took place July 16 and July 18 at the Genoa Lakes Golf Club Ranch and Lakes Courses. Thirty members competed in the two-day, net tournament. Terri Ianiro was the winner, with a net score of 133. Kory Miller was the runner-up, with a score of 134.

The Greater School Supplies Drive hosted by Greater Nevada Credit Union continues through the end of the week in Carson City and throughout northern Nevada as students, teachers and schools prepare for a successful start to the next academic year.

On Sunday, July 28, 2024 at approximately 7:55 p.m. the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Communication Center received a call for service stating a male suspect was driving erratically, failed to stop at multiple stop signs and almost struck pedestrians and other vehicles.

I just remembered why it was that I had a longing to survive while fighting in the rainforests of Vietnam away back in 1966. One, was to see our country win. That did not happen. But two, was to see my high school sweetheart again and therein I won the lottery.

I have ripe tomatoes! I bought my plants with flowers already on them at Greenhouse Garden Center in Carson City. I always have the best luck with their tomato plants. The first to ripen were the orange cherries that I think are called ‘Sungold’. I harvested a small to medium-sized red tomato on my other plant as well.

Carson City emergency crews responded Sunday morning to an injured bicycle rider near Mexican Dam and Sierra Vista Lane.

Carson City area seniors age 60 and over are invited to an ice cream social and root beer float party Monday, hosted by the Pay it Forward Project, who want “Take care of seniors when it is hot.”

The 2024 Reno Tahoe International Art Show doubles its footprint for the third time, making it the fastest growing fine art event in the United States.

Mike Marty, co-founder and CEO of the Retired Investigators Guild (The RIG), will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting.

Reflections of Lake Tahoe, a slide show presentation will happen Sunday, July 28, 1 p.m. at the Minden Mill in Minden, Nev.

Construction crews recently uncovered an artistic mosaic rendering of the Great Seal of the State of Nevada at Carson City School District’s Student Support Services building at 710 West Fourth Street on the Bordewich Bray Elementary School campus in Carson City.

Experience CONNECTIONS at the Carson City Senior Center's Nevada Room, 911 Beverly Drive, every 3rd Tuesday of the month 1 to 2:30 p.m.

CONNECTIONS brings people together to share stories, engage in conversation, and learn how to strengthen and build meaningful relationships that bring more joy to ourselves and to others.

The historic Gold Hill Hotel in Virginia City continues its lecture series Thursday with a Chautauqua performance by local historians Gayle and David Woodruff who will highlight “Lucky” Baldwin, one of the greatest pioneers of California business.

UPDATE: The Lyon County Sheriff's Office submitted the following press release: On July 25, 2024, at approximately 10:05 PM, Lyon County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the 400 block of Brookfield Ct. in Dayton, Nevada for a report of a disturbance.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office is attempting to locate a missing person. Sharon Contreras, 36, was last seen around the Carson City Courthouse and was reported missing by friends.

A two vehicle crash has closed down 5th Street from Curry to Nevada streets as of 3:50 p.m. Friday.

One vehicle reportedly ran a stop sign and struck another vehicle.

Near the heart of Carson City, CAAST Sierra Tahoe has been dedicated to the creativity and growth for young performers over the past year. Guided by Director Miss Sydney Rose, the studio has quickly become a cherished community hub for aspiring dancers of all ages.

Placer County Environmental Health, the California Tahoe Conservancy, and NTPUD are reporting bacteria levels present in water quality tests taken over recent days at Patton Landing Beach, and East of the spill site have returned to a normal range and are within California beach water quality standards.

Among the many delicious vegetables grown by Nevada farmers, tomatoes are a common fan favorite among shoppers. However, if you’ve shopped the farmers market recently, you may have noticed an unusual absence of these delicious fruits.

This absence of tomatoes is largely due to the unfavorable weather conditions experienced throughout the 2024 growing season.