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Three community nonprofit organizations — Eddy House, Rebuilding Together Northern Nevada and Reno Housing Authority have each been awarded $100,000 grants through the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco. Greater Nevada Credit Union sponsored these northern Nevada nonprofits in applying for the grants offered through the FHLBank San Francisco’s Access to Housing and Economic Assistance for Development Program, which provides funding for initiatives that help create a more equitable future for underserved people and communities.

Casinos in Carson City, Carson Valley and south shore Lake Tahoe report gaming revenue decreases in September while Reno saw a double-digit increase, according to the latest figures from the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

Carson High School is proud to spotlight one of its brightest and most accomplished students, Anne Davis. Anne’s presence at CHS has been nothing short of remarkable, as she has consistently demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership and service throughout her high school career.

A man was arrested Monday for suspicion of domestic battery, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Here are the recent births that occurred at Carson Tahoe Hospital between Oct. 19 - 25, 2024.

Carson City Community Development is bringing back Saturdays with the city planner at the library. Carson City is continuing to seek Community input and feedback on the City’s land use Master Plan update.

Christmas tree permits for National Forest System lands on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest's Bridgeport and Carson Ranger Districts will be available for purchase in person at multiple vendor locations beginning Friday, Nov. 1.

Down by the Carson River off of Fort Churchill in Dayton. Fall colors are starting to bring weather changes. Pics via Pink's Fotos.

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo announced that Monday that in preparation for a safe and smooth Election Day, he will activate a limited contingent of National Guard personnel to be available on Election Day. The activation will be limited to supporting state and local resources on November 5, 2024.

For thousands of years, Lahontan cutthroat trout swam in the expansive waters of Lake Tahoe.

But by 1938, the fish — affected by European settlers’ actions in the Tahoe Basin by such as logging, overfishing, construction of dams and water diversions, and the introduction of non-native species — disappeared.

For tournament information visit: dgscene.com/LetItGlow

This Saturday Nov. 2, will be Carson City's first Disc Golf Glow Round event. The "Let it Glow Fall Fling" will be at the Carson Ridge Disc Golf Complex located at the intersection of Flint Drive and Rifle Range Road beginning at 6p.m.

Join Virginia City in celebrating the 160th anniversary of Nevada the way the state’s founders would have with the annual Nevada Statehood Ball on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Hosted at Piper’s Opera House, this elegant evening honors Nevada’s heritage and invites attendees to celebrate together by enjoying live music by Renegade Orchestra, light hors d’oeuvres and dancing.

Daytime lane reductions will take place on southbound Roop Street in Carson City beginning Monday and continuing until Nov. 7 for roadside retaining wall repairs.

Attention instrumental musicians and singers! The Carson City Symphony, directed by David Bugli, and the Carson Chamber Singers, directed by Gary Schwartz, are beginning rehearsals this week for the 41st annual Holiday Treat Concert. The concert will be on Sunday, Dec. 15, at the Carson City Community Center.

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.

An 82-year-old California man has been identified in a fatal crash that happened Oct. 14 on State Route 439, USA Parkway in Storey County.

A 65-year-old man was arrested Thursday for suspicion of felony third DUI, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

In the next few days, Carson Now will launch a new and improved website.

The Nevada Commission on Tourism approved $631,350 in funding earlier this month for the creation of a Destination Development project that will create a cultural corridor highlighting Carson City, Carson Valley and Virginia City.

On Friday, October 25, 2024, Carson High School’s boys' and girls' cross country teams turned in impressive performances at the NIAA Northern Region Cross Country Championships. The boys' team claimed the title of Northern Nevada Regional Champions in the 5A division, while the girls' team delivered a solid second-place finish, setting the stage for both teams as they prepare for the State Championships.

UPDATE. Power has been restored.
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As of 10:30 p.m. Sunday night, over 2,600 Carson City residents are out of power according to NV Energy.

This Tuesday at Grassroots Yoga Center in Carson City, join us for Embodying Your Fullness, a powerful somatic workshop designed to help you trust and connect with the energy within your body.

Oh boy do I have pruning to do! When the trees have lost their leaves, it gets much easier to see what needs to be done. While not all of the trees are leafless yet, enough of them are for me to begin.

Woody Worthington, Director of National Partnerships and Government Affairs at Green our Planet, will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting this Tuesday.

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The Nevada Day Parade in downtown Carson City on Saturday was filled with celebration, culture and camaraderie. Marching bands and local musicians brought rhythm to the streets and filled the air with music and dancing.

UPDATE 12:05PM: Jacks Valley Road has reopened and Douglas County is reporting all area roads are open except Bavarian Drive. Evacuations have been downgraded to a Precautionary Evacuation Warning. Go here for evacuation parameters.
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UPDATE 11:30AM: Eastern Sierra Fire and Ice, which monitors fires in the region, reports forward fire progress has been stopped per incident command. The fire is estimated at around 3 acres. It is unknown at this time if any structures were damaged.
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UPDATE 11:28AM: Evacuation orders have been issued for the vicinity of the fire in the Jacks Valley area of Alpine View Court and Bavarian Drive; Parameters may be viewed on the Perimeter Map here. Evacuees are requested to exit the area via Jacks Valley Road. See Douglas County social media page here for updates.

UPDATE: The alertwildfire.org camera shows less smoke in the area as of around 11:15 a.m. Multiple fire engines and brush crews have responded to the scene.
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East Fork Fire and Carson City Fire Department responded Sunday morning to a brush fire in the area of Alpine View Court in the Jacks Valley area of Douglas County.

An early-season storm will bring widespread gusty winds, valley rain around Carson City and surrounding counties and Sierra snow showers Sunday through Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.

As the 2024 Nevada Day Parade ended, the fun continued with the annual Nevada Day beard competition. Bob McFadden Plaza in downtown Carson City buzzed with nearly two hours of excitement as the bearded showed off their best.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Oct. 28 to Nov. 3, 2024. Closures and lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Colorful balloons drift over Carson City for Nevada Day on Saturday morning.