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Trees with subtle color appear like paintings in these photos taken Wednesday along the Carson River in Carson City.

Access to Healthcare Network (AHN), a nonprofit organization providing expanded access to healthcare services for the uninsured, underinsured and low-income Nevadans, is urging Nevadans, especially women who play a central role in nurturing their families, to pay attention to their heart health. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among women, with statistics supporting the extent of this silent threat.

The community is invited to join Life Church Carson City on Dec. 10, 2023 for its grand opening celebration with free lunch after service.

Life Church Carson City is located at 1600 Snyder Ave. See flier above. Love God, love others, make a difference.

After his promotion ceremony to Chief Warrant Officer 5 in Reno on Friday, Carson City resident Steve Nielsen compared his military career to a rare celestial event.

“Every star in the galaxy had to align just right for me to reach this point in my career,” said Nielsen, the longtime Nevada Army Guard aviator whose extraordinary life has included several brushes with death, behavioral health challenges and – as he attests – some unadulterated pure luck.

Police say a suspect is dead after reports of an active shooter situation at UNLV on Wednesday.

Officials are expected to release more details about the shooting, which unfolded a little before noon on the UNLV campus. UNLV officials said in an emergency notification at 12:45 p.m. that the suspect had been contained, while urging students to continue sheltering in place.

A Nevada grand jury has indicted the six Republicans — including the chair of the Nevada Republican Party — who falsely pledged Nevada’s electoral votes to Donald Trump following the 2020 election despite President Joe Biden’s victory in the state.

The Carson City Historical Society presents, "A Sugar Plum Victorian Christmas Tour" on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, with seven locations open for tours. Step back in time and see the way it was. Visit with characters from the past. Enjoy history, entertainment and refreshments at seven locations.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, Dec. 7 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

Tuesday 8 Ball BCA Pool League, Week 18 of 18 (final).

PBS Reno is pleased to announce eight new episodes of Season 6 of Wild Nevada that will debut in December 2023 and January 2024 on PBS Reno Channel 5.1.

Many small business owners breathed a sigh of relief when Nancy Pelosi gave up the gavel as Speaker of the House. No more crazy laws attacking liberties. BUT WAIT! She passed a sleeper. Once of the first new Biden laws.

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce three of Carson High School high-achieving students have been named Semifinalists in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program. CHS Seniors Jora Kurland, Mori Kurland and Dylan Olson have qualified as semifinalists and in February 2024, will be notified of their finalist designation for the scholarships.

In honor of 20 celestial years, Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory is presenting a limited edition .999 fine silver coin, showcasing a stunning portrayal of JCDO under the star-strewn night sky.

On October 13th, Carson City Elks Lodge No. 2177 held a fundraising dinner and auction on behalf of the Douglas-Carson High School Rodeo Club.Jim Masterson, event chair, presented outgoing President Curtis English, incoming President Nathan Morian and Secretary/Treasurer Elisa Danen with a check for $3,142.

Gusty winds expected Wednesday prompted the National Weather Service to issue a wind advisory for the Carson City area and surrounding counties from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Due to the potential for high winds in fire risk areas that extend along the western foothills between Carson City, Genoa and Gardnerville, NV Energy may shut off power in the event of a potential wind event that could interfere with power lines.

A respiratory virus has been circulating for months in the western U.S. and Canada, with veterinarians in Carson City and statewide in Nevada having reported suspected cases.

For many, a new pair of shoes is the best Christmas gift imaginable, and you can help make that dream come true.

Shoe Tree Brewing Co. in both their Carson City and Minden locations is hosting a shoe drive for children, teens and seniors in need.

NVFDW.org announces video contest

The Board of Directors of the Nevada Federation of Democratic Women (NVFDW) has launched the inaugural Annual Political Short Film Contest on Friday, December 1, 2023.

The contest will accept entries of up to 90-second videos promoting the NVFDW Platform and Democratic Credo from young adults and older who reside in the state of Nevada.

The Carson City School District and its governing board of trustees were highly distinguished at the Nevada Association of School Boards Annual Conference in Las Vegas this past weekend. District employees and trustees were heavily acknowledged, earning nearly half of all the awards (7 out of 16 – in 13 categories) presented among the 17 districts statewide.

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo on Tuesday announced James “Jimmy” Humm will be the new executive director of the Cannabis Compliance Board.

After 25 years as a local antique shop, Hanifin's Antiques in Carson City will close in the next few weeks. Owner Michael Robbins presented Carson City SPCA director Susan Paul with a check for $2,500. Robbins says he is very happy to donate to local charities in his last weeks in Carson City.

He has been extremely pleased with the patrons and city leaders over his time in Carson City. Robbins will be donating to many local charities to express his appreciation with the customers who have supported his business.

Pet Station in Carson City is hosting an Angel Tree for the dogs at Palomino Valley Pet Rescue in Sparks which specializes in finding homes for pets with special needs.

At home for the holidays? Why not use some of that time to hasten your professional future?

Western Nevada College's Winter Session is an opportunity for students to get ahead or catch up in their academic degree pursuits between the end of fall semester and the start of spring semester.

Last month Pioneer Academy Anatomy and Physiology students enjoyed a field work experience day at the Reno Orthopedic Center funded by our community partners at Envirolution.

On Friday, Dec. 1, Carson City Moose Lodge No. 2709 members participated in the Empty Bowls fundraiser held at Carson Mall. Attendees were encouraged to purchase a hand crafted, unique pottery bowl from the Ogres-Holm Pottery Studio for a $15 donation and were then able to fill each with a soup, chili or spaghetti provided by 20 different local restaurants.

The Moose effort was coordinated by David Wroth and presented the check for $250 to Jim Peckham of FISH.

RENO — As we gear up for the festive season, Waste Management unwraps the secrets of holiday recycling and provides you with tips on separating the “holiday gifts” for the recycling bin from the “holiday lumps of coal” for the trash bin.

Smoke can be seen Monday in east Carson City from Empire Ranch Golf Course where they are doing open burning.

The Carson City Fire Department is allowing open burning through Dec. 17, 2023 dependent upon permit status and daily weather conditions.

Horse Magic

I met a magical horse recently. She loved having her picture taken, if that is not enough, she posed. After about 15 minutes of photographing her I finally went to my car. I took one last look at her before I left and she was happily galloping up the hill that was behind her. I couldn't write a more perfect story!

Mild temperatures continue through Tuesday before a couple of quick-moving storms will move in bringing gusty winds, Sierra snow and rain to the Carson City area, according to the National Weather Service.

The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team is scheduled to continue widespread prescribed fire operations this week at Lake Tahoe, conditions and weather permitting. Smoke from these operations may be present throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin and surrounding areas.

Celebrate the holidays with the Mile High Jazz Band, singer Jakki Ford, and six award-winning poets and readers on Dec. 12 at Gina's Good Life Music and Lounge in Carson City.

A 33-year-old man was arrested Friday for a warrant alleging multiple firearm violations including assault with a deadly weapon, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Carson High School’s Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) program earned fourth place overall (All-Service – Mixed division) at the National Raider Team Challenge in Fort Knox, Ky. last month. The inaugural event hosted by the U.S. Army Cadet Command brought together talented cadets from across the nation to compete in a series of physically challenging events.

The Orthodox Church is the original Christian Church established by Jesus Christ, given to His Apostles, and described in the New Testament. There was one Church until a split separated Orthodox East from Latin West in the 11th century, but the Orthodox Faith and practice has continued unaltered for two thousand years.

UPDATE: A man was found dead Sunday afternoon of an apparent cardiac arrest on a hiking trail near Kings Canyon on the Lincoln Bypass, according to the fire department and Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.

Adams Hub for Innovation is a dynamic business resource center in Northern Nevada, with valuable tools and initiatives for entrepreneurs and small business owners. With a mission to empower local businesses, Adams Hub is proud to offer a range of resources designed to propel entrepreneurs toward success, at no cost.

How much longer can Mother Earth sustain us? That is the question. Science forewarns us that our present rate of burning fossil fuels will soon elevate Earth’s temperature to above what we humans can tolerate, and we will be, toast.

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Michelle Rector, Executive Director of Seniors in Service, a non-profit that engages over-55 volunteers in Northern Nevada communities with its Foster Grandparent Program, Senior Companion Program, and Respite Voucher Program.

Beautiful sunrise Sunday morning in Carson City.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriffs deputies responded Sunday afternoon to a two-vehicle crash near the intersection of South Carson Street and Clearview Drive.

The Wa She Shu Foundation has kicked off their 2nd annual winter coat drive! The coat drive will benefit anyone in the community in need of a winter jacket.

Friday night’s Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights was a magical event filling the downtown with onlookers who wanted to witness one of Carson City's spectacular hometown events to usher in the holiday season. For many, the tree lighting has become a family tradition.

Every month, the Carson City Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, events, and exciting adventures. All programs are offered for free and take place in one of the many Carson City parks and open space areas.

This week’s senior in the spotlight is Laura Bennett. Laura is an exceptional young woman; she is a strong student with clear ambitions. Laura’s academics really speak for themselves. She has always been a hard-worker, earning high marks in her increasingly difficult classes.

Carson City local and University of Nevada, Reno student Jake Sullivan Roman saved three people through organ donation in 2020. Donor Network West honored Jake and his family with the unveiling of his memorial “floragraph” portrait during a special event Thursday, Nov. 30.

Made entirely out of organic materials, Jake’s floragraph will be featured on the Donate Life parade float in the 135th Rose Parade happening Monday, Jan. 1, 2024 in Pasadena, Calif.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Dec. 4-10, 2023. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Rich color provides a beautiful sunrise over Carson City on Friday.

A Fallon woman has been identified in a fatal rollover on US-50A that happened Nov. 16 in Churchill County, according to Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol.

During Thanksgiving weekend and Cyber Monday, Nevada saw a surge in consumer activity, with an estimated $609.0 million spent by 1.9 million people on gifts, decorations and various merchandise, according to the Retail Association of Nevada.

’Tis the season for holiday merriment with family and friends at South Lake Tahoe to celebrate winter and the coming year with an array of favorite traditions, festivals, celebrations and new events.

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