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St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Carson City is conducting a simplified auction through its website from May 1 through June 2. The parish has acquired a collectible vintage (est. 1940’s) textile piece in the very popular Sunbonnet Sue motif, suitable as a queen bed topper, a twin bed coverlet, or a charming wall hanging at 75” x 82”.

Gov. Steve Sisolak has signed a directive easing some coronavirus-related restrictions starting Friday, May 1, including allowing golf, drive-in worship services and curbside pickup at marijuana dispensaries and other retailers.

The Carson City area's first ramen restaurant will be opening soon on Topsy Lane according to a sign on the shop’s door.

Bowls n 'Go is owned by Osu Kwon, the owner of Poke Doke and well-known sushi chef.

Gov. Steve Sisolak says he plans to extend the state’s stay-at-home order but will begin easing restrictions on retail curbside pickup and outdoor activities after the state’s COVID-19 caseload and deaths plateau.

CARSON CITY — There is good news for Nevada drivers as many will receive premium refunds for their auto insurance policies as a result of less claims being paid as Nevadans continue to “Stay Home for Nevada."

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Education released Wednesday its Path Forward Plan – Responding to COVID-19 to support schools and districts in continuing to provide educational opportunities to all students.

A hiker discovered a dead body Tuesday evening in the hills near Jack Wright Pass, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

Gov. Steve Sisolak announced late Tuesday that the Nevada Hospital Association was preparing to resume some “medically necessary” elective procedures in the coming days — the first sign that some restrictions put in place to slow the spread of COVID-19 may be eased in the coming weeks.

With the shutdown of casinos across Nevada on March 18, gaming revenue took the expected hit for the month, down 43.2 percent for Carson City area casinos and down nearly 40 percent statewide, according to figures released Wednesday by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

Quad-County Emergency Operations Center in Carson City is reporting Tuesday, April 28, 2020 that there are 6 new positive cases and 3 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 90, with 34 recoveries and one death, 55 cases remain active.

In a school year that has been turned upside down because of the COVID-19 pandemic, members of Carson High School's senior class have shown their spirit and pride by changing the painted rocks on the west side of Carson City's C-Hill.

Gov. Steve Sisolak said he will be unveiling a plan Thursday detailing Nevada’s recovery, a step that’s been anticipated as other states begin reopening their economies.

UPDATE: The fire at a Gillis Way home was contained to the attic and quickly knocked down, said Carson City Fire Chief Sean Slamon.
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Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Tuesday afternoon to a structure fire at a home in the 2900 block of Gillis Way near Sonoma Park.

The Nevada Air Guard High Rollers honored the men and women in healthcare who are battling COVID-19 by performing a flyover Tuesday of Northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe area hospitals with C-130s.

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Transportation is reminding families to take part in “Walk and Roll Wednesdays” to give socially-distanced Nevadans opportunity for healthy and fun outdoor activity.

As the weather warms up and the skies clear, The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest expects larger-than-normal crowds over the weekend and would like to remind outdoor enthusiasts that while trails remain open, crowded recreation areas and parking lots are places where novel coronavirus transmission could occur.

If you miss the car show season, now is your chance to see some beautiful classics. The Dayton Valley Car Club is having a social distancing, old fashioned cruise up and down Carson Street in Carson City on Saturday, May 2 between noon and 1 p.m.

Until he became a Court Appointed Special Advocate, Eric Stahlman said he didn’t realize his heart needed to grow. He now has more compassion and understanding for kids and parents struggling in the community.

Want to become more involved in your community? Want to volunteer but unsure how you can make a difference?

Join us for our first ever Facebook LIVE event this Thursday, April 30, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. You can watch by going here.

In an effort to help support the state’s healthcare workers and first responders, the Nevada Franchised Auto Dealers Association and its southern chapter, Southern Nevada Franchised New Car & Truck Dealer Association, have donated a combined $100,000 to the state’s COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund.

Partnership Carson City, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office and school resource officers are working together to offer no-cost, certificate education on Enforcing Underage Drinking Laws.

UPDATE 12:35PM: A woman who was seen in a video taking a restaurant employee cell phone has been identified based on information provided by the public, according to the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
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The Carson City Sheriff's Office Investigation Division is asking for the public's help in identifying suspects and accomplices in the theft of a cell phone belonging to a fast food employee.

Diane Dye Hansen, the President of What Works Consultants, a Carson City management consulting firm, has penned a new book, "Creating Critical Opportunity: A Workbook to Help You Innovate and Create Opportunity Out of Any Problem, Challenge or Crisis."

A 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Tuesday morning for suspicion of attempted sexual assault, child endangerment and other offenses, a sheriff's deputy report states.

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting the public to comment on proposed changes to the process of planning transportation projects and improvements outlined in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.

The Quad County Emergency Operations Center in Carson City is reporting Monday, April 27 that there are 2 new positive cases of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 84, with 31 recoveries and one death, 52 cases remain active.

The Greenhouse Project hosts the Social Distancing Plant Sale, a re-imagined continuation of its annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale, with all plants available by pre-order only, by phone and email.

We all remember our first, our first love, our first kiss, our first colonoscopy. The procedure was developed in 1969, but was overshadowed by the moon landing. There were no headlines, "Colonoscopy Arrives! What is it? Don't ask."

Carson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and the Nevada Highway Patrol were called Monday afternoon to a vehicle rollover crash in the area of I-580 near the Highway 50 East exit.

CARSON CITY — The Quad-County Emergency Operations Center experienced technical difficulties with the registration line for the community-based testing. This was the line for those who are not currently experiencing symptoms. There was an issue with the phone line provider. The number to schedule a test for those without symptoms has been changed; it is now (775) 434-1450.

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak took to social media Monday morning, saying Nevada will join California, Colorado, Oregon and Washington in the Western States Pact to curb the spread of COVID-19 and re-open businesses shut down due to the virus.

A 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Monday for suspicion of felony attempted residential burglary, according to a sheriff's office booking report.

The Nevada Air Guard High Rollers will be honoring the men and women in healthcare who are battling COVID-19 by doing a flyover of Northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe area hospitals with a C-130 on Tuesday, April 28, 2020.

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Nathan Brigham as the vice principal for Empire Elementary School for the 2020-2021 school year.

Check out the latest edition of Here's To Your Health, a quarterly magazine produced by Carson Tahoe Health. Inside this issue: Waste Not, Want Not: Tips for getting the most out of the food you buy; Don't Overlook Primary Care, Making Stroke Prevention a Lifestyle, and much more.

UPDATE MONDAY: Quad-County Emergency Operations Center in Carson City is reporting Sunday, April 26 that there are no new positive cases and three additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 82, with 31 recoveries and one death, 50 cases remain active.

About 75 percent of suspected child abuse and neglect reports in Nevada are made by mandated reporters. In March 2020, Nevada saw a 14 percent decrease in suspected child abuse and neglect reports which includes a 46 percent decrease in reports made by educational personnel.

CARSON CITY — Finalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) show initial claims for unemployment insurance totaled 39,496 for the week ending April 18, down 19,145 claims, or 32.6 percent compared to last week’s total of 58,641.

The Capital City Brewfest is moving to late August this year due to Covid-19 concerns. Originally scheduled for June 20, the annual event will now take place on August 29 in Downtown Carson City.

Here is the South Carson Street project and Carson City area road report for the week of April 27 to May 3, 2020. For updates on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, visit CarsonProud.com.

CARSON CITY — The Aging and Disability Services Division was recently awarded $6,929,262 in grants from the Administration for Community Living as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The funds will help meet the needs of older adults and people with disabilities as communities implement measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

My friend Roni is redoing her vegetable garden and asked me if corrugated metal materials were safe for building raised beds for vegetables. Since I had no idea, I started doing some research.

Editor’s Note: This week's guest writer is Bridget Gordon-Johnson. She is a counselor at Carson High School. This is her report.

Staying connected to students, virtually, is the biggest challenge every educator is facing right now. Teachers, paraprofessionals, school counselors, administrators, school secretaries, custodians, and everyone for that matter is missing the energy and life students bring to our worlds.

Quad-County Emergency Operations Center in Carson City reports Saturday of seven new positive cases and one additional recovery of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 82, with 28 recoveries and one death, 53 cases remain active.

Members of Nevada’s congressional delegation celebrated the White House’s decision Friday to allow small casinos to access a Small Business Administration emergency loan program.

Nevada residents gathered in Carson City and downtown Reno Saturday to protest Governor Steve Sisolak’s stay-at-home order. It marked the second weekend a row that the group ‘Fight for Nevada’ has organized a call to reopen the state’s economy.

It’s that time of year, when our cold blooded friends start basking in the heat of the sun. Keep an eye out for local wildlife, like this Gopher Snake, that may be trying to cross the road in search of prey or shelter.

Just after 3:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon an injury accident involving a vehicle and a light pole in front of the Max Casino was reported to dispatch.

The engine on scene has requested a rescue.

Motorists should avoid the area if possible.

Traffic is currently blocked according to those on scene.

Lori Morris and Intimate Designs Floral have been giving back to the local community for years with Angels With Flowers, which Morris founded in order to donate floral arrangements to hospitals and senior care centers throughout the Carson City area.

The Nevada Small Business Development Center is pleased to announce a social media campaign to support small businesses across the state. The campaign, Support Small Businesses 5-Day Challenge, gives everyone a way to support small businesses from the safety of their home.

Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) has announced its COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Program, which provides one-time funding to rural Nevada residents experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The program provides financial assistance to qualifying individuals who are falling behind on their rent, mortgage or utilities.

Carson City Sheriff's Office

Traditionally a Badge Pinning and Promotional Ceremony is conducted in a crowded room, filled with families, friends, and Sheriff’s Office staff, where everyone is given the opportunity to show support.

Under the very different circumstances and with consideration to the health and safety of Sheriff’s Office staff, families, and friends, limited attendance was permitted to the ceremony honoring Lieutenant Mays, Sergeant Tucker, and Deputy Robbins.

It's officially Arbor Day and the day to hug a tree! Or, better, plant one!

That's what some of the members of the Chamber's Leadership Class did early Friday morning as phase one of their class project.

While Lakeview residents in Carson City may be used to deer and the occasional bear, they were in for a new surprise visit from a flock of fire fighting sheep Friday evening.

According to resident Wade Olds, the neighbors believed the shepherd had fallen asleep and his flock ran away, something straight out of a nursery rhyme.

(Carson City, NV)- Quad-County Emergency Operations Center (Quad EOC) is reporting three new positive cases and two additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 75, with 27 recoveries and one death, 47 cases remain active.

The new cases are:

A female Carson City resident in her 40’s
A female Lyon County resident in her 50’s
A female Douglas County resident in her 30’s

On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, at approximately 3:42 PM, NHP Troopers were dispatched to a serious injury crash involving two vehicles on US-50 and Highlands Drive in Mound House.

The preliminary investigation shows a green 1999 Honda CR-V and red 2011 Subaru Legacy were traveling eastbound on US-50. The Legacy slowed to make a right turn onto Highlands Drive.

For unknown reasons, the CR-V crossed into the travel lane occupied by the Legacy and struck the left rear of the vehicle.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Work has begun on two phases of the 3.86-mile long South Tahoe Greenway Shared-Use Trail (Greenway) that will connect Sierra Boulevard in Tahoe Sierra Tract to the Van Sickle Bi-State Park near Stateline in South Lake Tahoe.

A special drive-by luminaria will be held tonight in honor of the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.

A vehicle crash was reported just after noon Friday at William and Roop.

One person was reported to be unconscious but breathing.

First responders and deputies are enroute, and some traffic lanes will be closed.

Motorists should seek alternative routes.

Minden, NV -Douglas County Board of County Commissioners will be conducting a Special meeting on April 29, 2020 regarding recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and economic impacts to local business in Douglas County.

The county is actively seeking public comment from residents in regards to economic impacts on local business in Douglas County.

On April 17, Carson City District Court rejected the city’s motion to dismiss the case involving Tahoe Hemp LLC.

Tahoe Hemp is suing Carson City for $15 million after the city refused to allow the company to grow hemp on the Buzzy’s Ranch property, despite an agreement with the Jarrard Family Trust.