Carson City Sheriff's Office celebrates multiple promotions within its ranks

Using vintage photographs and extensive research, local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff examine the innovative spirit that helped make the Comstock Lode of Virginia City one of the most important industrial periods in human history.

Clean Up The Lake (CUTL) and The Martis Fund have successfully concluded a new pilot research initiative, yielding even more positive results than anticipated. After completing underwater Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) surveys and submerged litter cleanups in Stampede and Boca Reservoirs from June 26th to July 3rd, 2024, the organization is pleased to report extremely low litter loads and no concerning AIS infestations.

On Wednesday, the Carson City Planning Commission voted to deny a proposed Boat and RV Storage project located off of Emerson Drive.

The project would span 3.64 acres east of Emerson and south of Louis Drive and would include up to 167 RV and boat storage spaces, including both covered and uncovered.

As we approach the 2024 General Election, Douglas County voters will notice a significant update in the voter registration and election-management process.

Nevada has successfully implemented a top-down voter registration system, ensuring compliance with both federal and state laws.

Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) has detected West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquito samples in Washoe County and is urging residents to take certain precautions when recreating in areas with known mosquito habitats.

South Tahoe MTB/Douglas MTB is a mountain bike team consisting of student-athletes from Lake Tahoe Unified School District and Douglas County School District. They are part of the Nevada North League of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA).

The Adam Whitt Foundation is excited to announce that sign-ups are now open for its highly anticipated annual fundraiser, The Golf Tournament, set to take place at the Wolf Run Golf Club in Reno on September 28, 2024.

Just because summer is over doesn’t mean adventures have to end! Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is taking teens on adventures on days that coincide with minimum days for the school district.

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

Nevada State Parks is proud to host the 2024 Regional Junior Ranger Day at Washoe Lake State Park on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This annual event, which began in 2022, celebrates the Junior Ranger programs of Northern Nevada, bringing together local agencies to engage children and families in outdoor education and fun.

On Tuesday, the Carson City School District Board of Trustees approved a number of new policies dealing with school supplies, protections for staff who are parents, and more.

Featuring more than 30 local artists, food trucks, ice cream and live music, Greenhouse Garden Center in Carson City will host "Art in Our Garden" on Saturday, Sept. 21.

Get ready for an action-packed weekend as the 4th annual Douglas County Rodeo returns Sept. 6-7 at the fairgrounds in Gardnerville, bringing with it all the excitement of the Wild West while supporting a great cause. This year’s rodeo will benefit two non-profit organizations.

Lake Tahoe is a cherished destination and it’s up to each one of us to take care of and protect this special place. This Labor Day weekend, the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) encourages residents and visitors to plan ahead, follow fire restrictions, leave areas cleaner than you found them and practice good stewardship habits.