Nevada Congressman Amodei votes 'no thank you' for commission to investigate U.S. Capitol attack

I quick trip up the Clear Creek trail just before sunset with a stunning view of Jacks Valley Lane in the distance.

It’s hard to believe it after the erratic spring weather we’ve experienced, but summer is upon us once again. Yes, it’s time for barbecues, picnics, days on the lake, enjoying our great outdoors and, of course, the Fourth of July. The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays as we celebrate our nation’s independence. It’s always a great time getting together with family, friends, and neighbors to celebrate.

The Sons of the American Revolution Battle Born Patriots Chapter will host a July 4 celebration at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City on Monday, highlighted by the ringing of a replica Liberty Bell to honor the signing of the Declaration of Independence and 246 Years of American freedom.

Do you love tortoiseshell (tortie) cats, but wish they didn’t come with so much attitude, also known as cattitude? Look no further than Priscilla: beautiful inside and out. This young cat is gentle, playful, affectionate and loves kisses. What more could you ask for? Well, she also likes other cats, is up to date on shots, spayed and housetrained.

UPDATE: Power has been restored.

UPDATE 3:30PM: NV Energy reports 475 customers remain without power as of 3:30 p.m. Power should be restored by 5:15 p.m.
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UPDATE 2:23PM: NV Energy reports 649 customers are without power due to an outage in Carson City. NV Energy expects power to be restored by 4:15 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
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Carson City Fire Department and NV Energy responded Tuesday afternoon to a power issue in the area of Fairview Drive and Phaesant Drive. Multiple customers are affected after reports of a power box issue in which Carson City Fire Department was called to investigate.

Even though Western Nevada College’s Summer Session began on June 13, there is still time to enroll in a biology class starting in July.

Law enforcement officers across Nevada will be on heightened alert for those violating boating under the influence laws this weekend as part of Operation Dry Water, a nationally coordinated heightened awareness and enforcement campaign.

It has been 15 years since the Angora Fire swept through the North Upper Truckee and Angora Ridge neighborhoods of El Dorado County in the South Lake Tahoe area, taking with it 242 homes and 67 commercial structures as wind-driven flames burned through 3,100 acres.

CARSON CITY — Monday, in collaboration with state, local and federal partners, the State of Nevada launched a new central resource — accessible here — for Nevadans who are facing extreme heat conditions this summer.

The State of Nevada has invested $75 million for free school meals in Nevada schools operating the National School Lunch Program this upcoming academic year. Approved by the Interim Finance Committee on June 21, 2022, American Rescue Plan Act funds will be used to continue pandemic recovery and ensure students have food to eat by providing free school breakfast and lunch.

This morning on my radio show, I discussed the topic of forgiveness. It’s a tough subject, especially if you have been hurt. However, forgiveness is not for the person or situation being forgiven. It’s for you. And, sometimes, the person or situation isn’t the only thing that needs to be forgiven. You need to forgive yourself as well.

A 51-year-old man was arrested Sunday for obstruction and two counts burning without a fire permit after allegedly using a flamethrower to remove weeds on his property, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Believe it or not, Fall 2022 semester at Western Nevada College is about 2 months away. To ensure that you get the classes that you prefer, it’s important to register as soon as possible. Fall semester starts Monday, Aug. 29.

Someone asked me how to attract hummingbirds to her yard, since they were a wonderful reminder of her grandmother. Watching hummingbirds fly and hover, it’s obvious they use a lot of energy. They must eat at least half their body weight every day, so they need plants that supply copious amounts of nectar from early to late in the year. Their long beaks are perfect for tubular flowers.