Winter Weather Advisory through Saturday for Sierra, rain for Carson City region

"When You're Hot, You're Hot," an evening of big-band music by the Mile High Jazz Band with singer Jakki Ford, on is happening Tuesday, July 9, from 7 to 9 p.m., indoors at Gina's Good Life Music & Lounge, 507 N. Carson Street inside the Carson Nugget.

Dennis Jone’s feet are firmly rooted in the past, yet his heart and soul are connected to the present. He writes songs that seamlessly blend the best of both worlds, presenting a unique and contemporary style of American rock and blues. And he isn’t afraid to tackle the controversial issues of today. Dennis has written songs for other notable artists as well, including Guitar Shorty.

A brushfire that occurred in Dayton Friday evening is currently in the mop up phase.

The fire which was reported just south east of Highway 50 is estimated to have burned around two to three acres and no structures were in danger.

The July 4th celebration drew thousands to the Stateline, Zephyr Cove, Nevada area and its beaches.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) strategically deployed personnel to ensure safety and enforce regulations, protecting everyone enjoying the holiday. Several arrests were made for various crimes during the festivities.

According to the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, a plane made an emergency landing on Highway 50 at Pradere in the Dayton area on Friday.

It is with great excitement that I share an announcement made today by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) to award approximately $21 million to the Nevada Tech Hub, a consortium led by the University of Nevada, Reno.

This statewide effort of 75-plus public, private and nonprofit partners will position Nevada as a globally competitive innovation center in the emerging lithium batteries, critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada have announced the acquisition of Creativity Corner, a daycare located on 2323 North Carson Street. Creativity Corner will be re-named the North Carson Center Smart Start under the management of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada.

UPDATE: Carson City Sheriff's Office is investigating a credit card skimmer device discovered Thursday at an East Carson City business.

A heatwave with the potential to shatter records will settle over Carson City and surrounding counties for the remainder of the week and into next week, bringing prolonged, scorching temperatures above 100 degrees and causing potential strains to the power grid, according to the National Weather Service.

Hot dogs, fireworks, cooling off at the lake: It’s Independence Day, and here’s how we’re celebrating in Carson City, Genoa, Virginia City and Lake Tahoe.

Carson City Fire Department and Nevada State Police Highway Patrol were called Thursday afternoon to a two-vehicle crash on I-580 near the junction of Highway 50 West, South Carson Street.

Great news for tennis players in Carson City and surrounding areas. Parks Recreation and Open Space has approved funding for the renovation of the tennis courts at Centennial Park.

The Nevada State Museum is celebrating the 110th anniversary of the launching of the U.S.S. Nevada (BB-36) battleship this month and historic Coin Press No. 1 will be minting the U.S.S. Nevada commemorative medallion in honor of the storied and distinguished U.S. Navy vessel every Saturday in July.

A new sushi restaurant, Ganbaru Sushi, is coming to Topsy Lane south of Carson City, according to signage posted in their window.