RENO — The Medicare Store — an unbiased, Nevada-based company that provides cost-free personalized Medicare advice — is expanding their much-needed services to Northern Nevada.
The construction of the new, highly-anticipated visitor center and amphitheater at the popular Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park, Spooner Lake, is set to begin on Monday, May 17. The park will remain open during construction, however, the main entrance is scheduled to be closed to vehicle access between July 18-24.
The Carson City Sheriff's Office received "Gold" recognition from Lexipol Connect for "Excellence in Law Enforcement Policy Management" for the year of 2020. This is a critical accomplishment for the department and the community, as the policies in force by local law enforcement represent both best practice and localized modifications that fit the needs unique to the area.
UPDATE: Nevada will be following the latest recommendations on masking from the CDC, according to a tweet from Gov. Steve Sisolak.
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control announced on its website Thursday that it is recommending that those who are fully vaccinated can resume regular activities prior to the COVID-19 pandemic without having to wear a mask.
When the Lakeside Inn at Stateline, Lake Tahoe announced its permanent closure in April 2020, speculation has been circulating about what would be built on the property. That speculation can now end as Barton Health has announced it has purchased the property. They closed escrow on Friday.
Carson City Fire Department responded Thursday morning to a small brush fire at a residence in the 4800 block of Conti Drive in which the homeowner had extinguished by the time firefighters arrived.
The Nevada Supreme Court has ruled in favor of state Senate Republicans in a 2019 dispute over extended payroll taxes and DMV fees, setting clear limits on legislative efforts to avoid the constitutional two-thirds majority requirement for tax increases while also blowing a substantial hole in the state budget.
CARSON CITY — Two Nevada students were among 161 high school seniors announced by the U.S. Department of Education Secretary Dr. Miguel Cardona as the 57th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars.
Nevada's Superintendent of Public Instruction, Jhone Ebert, visited Carson High School on Wednesday and presented Nick Jacques with the Milken Educator Award obelisk.
Sports and entertainment superstars will take center stage July 7-11, at the American Century Championship in South Lake Tahoe, with fans returning after last year’s attendance restrictions, once again playing a major role in the production.
On May 13th, 2021 the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office arrested Aaron Rasavage and Justin Hall at the residence of Rasavage, at 5:30 p.m. for stalking and intimidating a police officer.
Rasavage is also a person of interest in an ongoing investigation regarding the school district.
Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting Wednesday, May 12, 2021 that there are 11 new cases and 27 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad County region. This brings the total number of cases to 12,650, with 12,117 recoveries and 226 deaths; 307 cases remain active.
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Lorraine Plympton, understanding what higher education has meant to her and what it could mean to others, has created a foundation for other Indigenous people to succeed in their professional careers.
CARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting Nevadans to vote on traffic safety messages to be displayed on electronic freeway signs throughout the state.
Come on down to Carson River Park in Carson City anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. this Saturday, May 15 to Join the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department in celebrating the National Park Trust's 11th Annual Kids to Parks Day.
This year, the last day of school in Carson City is held on June 3, 2021, and youth programming is back this summer after many programs had to be cancelled due to COVID-19 last year.
Here is a list of youth programming occurring in Carson City for the 2021 Summer season:
Join Coffee Connections at The Studio at Adams Hub, 111 W. Proctor St. Carson City, Thursday mornings starting at 9 a.m. This meeting, hosted by Jenny Treece, is designed to expand your network and your way of thinking. Come for coffee and conversation! RSVP to jenny@carsonnow.org. (first come-first serve.)
A 29-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday for suspicion of being in possession of stolen credit cards and drug related offenses, including possession for sale, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office was contacted Wednesday by the Sacramento Police Department advising that Amber Rupp, who had been missing since April 24, 2021, was found alive and safe in Sacramento, Calif.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Mark Amodei (NV-02) announced Wednesday the introduction of the Lake Tahoe Restoration Reauthorization Act, along with original cosponsors: Reps. Dina Titus (NV-01), Susie Lee (NV-03), Steven Horsford (NV-04), and John Garamendi (CA-03).
UPDATE: Carson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and the Nevada Highway Patrol responded Wednesday morning to a vehicle crash with injuries near the intersection of East William and North Saliman.
The Nevada Outdoor Experience is co-sponsored by the Wild Sheep Foundation and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. The goal of the FREE event is to excite and inspire the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts. Over twenty outdoor organizations are coming together, each adding their unique perspective on the outdoors to the event. This year's event takes place on Saturday, June 12th, 2021 from 9:00 to 1:00pm at Capitol City Gun Club (3590 Arrowhead Drive in Carson City, NV).
Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting Tuesday, May 11, 2021 that there are 8 new cases and 32 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad County region. This brings the total number of cases to 12,639, with 12,090 recoveries and 226 deaths; 323 cases remain active.
Looking to fill two open seats, the Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Carson City Library Board of Trustees.
Monarch Casino and Resort, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRI) rang the Nasdaq opening bell Monday, May 10 in a virtual event that was streamed online and on the Nasdaq Tower in New York City’s historic Times Square. The iconic bell ringing ceremony, hosted by a Nasdaq senior executive, gave Monarch the opportunity to showcase the company while celebrating milestones and achievements at its award-winning properties: Reno-based Atlantis Casino Resort Spa and Monarch Casino Resort Spa in Black Hawk, Colorado.
CARSON CITY — Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak joined the first-ever Jobs for America's Graduates virtual Governor’s press conference Tuesday. JAG is a national nonprofit that over the past four decades has served 1.5 million youth in 1,450 locations across 40 states who face significant challenges. Governor Sisolak serves as a member of the national JAG Board of Directors.
CARSON CITY — The Nevada Board of Examiners, which Gov. Steve Sisolak chairs, approved the State’s first collective bargaining agreement with the Nevada State Law Enforcement Officers’ Association.
The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will begin issuing personal use fuelwood permits on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. Permits have specific conditions and complete information will be provided when the permit is issued.
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The ACCEL College and Career Readiness program at Western Nevada College will again be offering English Language Learning and High School Equivalency preparation classes beginning in July. Located on the Western Nevada College Carson City campus, the ACCEL program is designed to help students gain the skills they need to advance in their careers and lives.
Who is ready for a celebration? Nevad Rural Counties RSVP Program is ready to bring the 28th Annual 4th of July Celebration to Carson City, July 1-4 with a carnival, craft fair, and of course a fireworks show on the 4th of July.
Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting 37 new cases of COVID-19 and 62 recoveries in the Quad County region from Saturday, May 8 to Monday, May 10, 2021.
CARSON CITY — State transportation contracts approved during today’s State Transportation Board meeting are projected to support nearly 200 jobs while helping provide a transportation system to keep Nevada safe and connected.
The Virginia Truckee Railroad begins its 46th season on Friday, May 28, 2021. Powered by a heritage diesel locomotive, the Virginia Truckee Railroad will be running roundtrips from Virginia City to Gold Hill on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday May 29-31.
Riley Snyder and Humberto Sanchez, The Nevada Independent
The U.S. Treasury has finally unveiled long-awaited guidance on how Nevada, other states and large municipalities can spend the $350 billion in COVID funding allocated through the federal American Rescue Plan, including whether it can be used for addressing revenue shortfalls as well as funding water and broadband infrastructure, but bars states and localities from funding tax cuts.
Mackenzie Tackett is currently a junior at Carson High School in Carson City, Nev. One of her many passions is aviation. This obsession began when she had her first flight with the EAA Young Eagles when she was 9 years old as a birthday present.
STATELINE — Harrah’s and Harveys Lake Tahoe announced Monday the lineup for the 2021 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series presented by LG Business Solutions, returning to the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys starting in July 2021.
A 34-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Sunday for suspicion of felony burglary and other offenses, according to a Carson City sheriff's deputy booking report.
The Carson City Schools Foundation, in support of the Carson City School District, seeks community donors to match its efforts to ‘Sponsor a Student’ for the Western Nevada College Jump Start College program.
CVS Health announced May 5 that it is now accepting walk-in COVID-19 appointments at CVS Pharmacy locations across the country, including over 90 locations in Nevada, including Carson City, with no appointment necessary.
The Nevada System of Higher Education announced late Thursday that it was in the process of drafting a mandate for COVID-19 vaccinations for students returning to college campuses this fall “with some limited exceptions.”
The increasing fire danger posed by dead grass, dry brush and live vegetation combined with hotter, drier conditions in the region is prompting Cal Fire to suspend all burn permits for outdoor residential burning within the State Responsibility Areas of Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, Sacramento and San Joaquin counties.
A small bite of good news. For the first time in over a year, Nevada’s Mark Twain, (yours truly), gets to present with his pants on. Yes, our mutual friend Samuel says he’s done with Zoom. As of the 11th and 12th of June, and throughout the summer on assorted evenings, the North Shore will have Twain at Tahoe to compliment Shakespeare at Tahoe. (We always have been the smartest end of the lake.)
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Returning for summer 2021 is the annual Thursday Night 'Cruise In' starting with the first cruise of 2021 on June 3, at Bully's Sports Bar, 3530 North Carson Street in Carson City.
