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Mask Mandate returns for Carson City and 11 other counties following high rates of transmission of COVID-19

On Tuesday, Governor Steve Sisolak stated that mask mandates would be returning to 12 of Nevada's 17 counties including Carson City due to a high rate of transmission of the Delta variant of COVID-19.

Previously, the mask mandate had been lifted in May for individuals who were vaccinated while indoors but now, masks will be required for all individuals regardless of vaccination status.

The Counties of Storey, Eureka, Humboldt, Lander, and Pershing are not included in this new mandate, as their transmission levels have stayed low.

The new mandate will take place on July 30 at 12:01 a.m.

The mandate states:

Effective immediately, Section 4 of Directive 045 is amended to read as follows:

Effective at 12:01 a.m. on the third day following the CDC's release of any guidance related to face coverings, individuals not exempted by Directive 024, Directive 028, or guidance issued by the Nevada Health Response, shall be required to cover their nose and mouth with a mask or face covering in a manner consistent with the guidance issued by the CDC, and any subsequent guidance issued by the CDC. This Section does not apply to participants in certain activities or events, including but not limited to: athletes, performers, or musicians, to the extent other directives set forth less restrictive face covering requirements for those participants.

For more information you can read the full directive here.

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Western Nevada College is proud to announce that 32 students have qualified for the 2017 Summer Dean’s List.
To earn this distinction during the summer term, students attained a grade point average of 3.50 or higher and completed six units of classes or more. Students achieving the academic honor are:

Western Nevada College President Chester (Chet) Burton has announced that Friday, Aug. 18 will be his last day at WNC. Burton has accepted the position of Chief Financial Officer for the Nevada System of Higher Education.

UPDATE: Carson City Fire Department reports the gas leak has been clamped. Motorists on Crain are being directed while crews do the repair.
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Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called late Wednesday morning to the 700 block of Crain Street for a gas leak.

With the upcoming football season just ahead, the Carson High School Senators will kick-off the quest for a state championship by hosting a CHS football dinner this Saturday, August 19 at Bob McFadden Plaza.

This summer is flying by and the fun is heating up.

Lucky Diamond and the Gents O’ Jazz performed Tuesday night on the Third Street Stage at Bob McFadden Plaza in downtown Carson City.

Actor and Carson City native Grant Davis made his return to the Nevada state capital Tuesday for the screening and premier of "Something Like Summer," a film musical in which has a starring role.

Carson High School welcomed 619 students at freshman orientation on Tuesday morning. They received a warm welcome from the Senator family.

UPDATE 425PM: Carson City Fire Department investigators found the source of smoke to be from an HVAC system on the roof of the building, which houses the Nevada Department of Public Safety General Services Division. All but one of the fire units called to respond have since returned to quarters.
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Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Monday afternoon to a structure fire in the 300 block of West Nye Lane.

Cafe at Adele’s welcomes Niall McGuinness and New World Jazz Project, Thursday, Aug. 17, as the Veranda Series continues and to mark the 14th annual Jazz & Beyond Carson City Music Festival.

Missouri-based health insurance provider Centene will expand coverage on Nevada's Obamacare exchange next year, averting Nevada's rural healthcare 'crisis,' Governor Brian Sandoval announced at a press conference in Silver Springs Tuesday morning.

City Hall Selfie Day is a day for local public servants to show their pride in the services they provide by sharing a group photo in front of City Hall. Local government professionals and elected officials from around the globe participate in #CityHallSelfie day. City staff and elected officials wanted to show their pride in the services they provide by sharing this photo.

Western Nevada College has joined more than 1,700 colleges and universities across the country in kicking the habit. When students arrive for the fall semester on Monday, Aug. 28, WNC’s three campuses will be tobacco-free. WNC actually became tobacco free in advance of the semester, banning tobacco products as of Monday.

A 21-year-old inmate at Carson City jail was booked Monday for two felony warrants alleging obtaining money by false pretenses and burglary, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

With this year’s wildfires already destroying more than 500 square miles of crucial winter range for antelope and mule deer herds in Elko County, the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners have endorsed several fire related emergency depredation hunts for both deer (doe) and antelope (horns shorter than ears).

Once in a while a stock or bond you bought has big problems and becomes worthless. A security (stock or bond) that becomes worthless during the year is treated (and reported on your tax return) as if it were sold on the last day of the year.

Today, Tuesday we recognize the second year passing of Carson City Sheriff’s Office Deputy Carl Howell. On Saturday, an all-day music lineup featuring nationally recognized artists is expected to draw thousands to Battle Born Harley-Davidson, the site of the inaugural Carl Howell Memorial Music Festival.

The Jazz and Beyond Music Festival has buddied up with something new this year. Today and tomorrow, the Jukebox International Film Festival features fifteen contestants competing in four categories. Youth Theater Carson City and Western Nevada Musical Theater alum, Grant Davis, is back in town to show support for ‘Something Like Summer,’ the Australian musical he stars in. Make sure you’re in McFadden Plaza around 5 p.m. Davis will be performing songs from the movie and music from his debut album on the Third Street Stage.

Join Washoe Lake State Park staff for an astronomy-themed program under the stars. Ancient cultures studied the stars for various reasons. Today, relaxing under the stars means taking a break from our fast-paced modern culture. We will point out some common summer constellations and discuss events like the ongoing Perseids Meteor Shower and the upcoming total solar eclipse (which we will not be able to see from the park).

Youth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce auditions for Singin’ in the Rain, Jr. The show will run eight performances, January 12-21, 2017 in the Bob Boldrick Theatre at the Carson City Community Center.

Carson City native Grant Davis will appear in person Tuesday at the local premiere of the movie in which he has a starring role, "Something Like Summer", the award-winning new musical film that has won raves on the 2017 film festival circuit, and he will perform a free concert at 5 p.m. Tuesday at the 3rd Street Stage in downtown Carson City.

Like a trooper, I woke up and got to the airport in time for a 5:30 a.m. departure. I had it all together. A friend agreed to take me. Yes, even that early! I have great friends. I had pre-packed my bag the night before. I had planned to sleep and then do some work. I had it all planned out.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Monday afternoon to a crash involving four vehicles near the intersection of Roop and William streets.

A 55-year-old man was booked into custody Sunday for a felony warrant issued through the Nevada Department of Corrections for violation of parole conditions, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

More than 50 school emergency response team members and administrators from the Carson City School District received training for the school district's Emergency Operations Plan Thursday, Aug. 10, at Carson Middle School.

DAYTON, Nev. – August events at Dayton State Park include an astronomy program and a Carson River slide presentation.

CARSON CITY — Nevadans might be surprised to know their state is home to nearly a dozen species of owl, including the great horned owl – the largest nocturnal bird of prey in the state. Owls occupy a variety of habitats throughout Nevada but are seldom seen by the public because much of their activity occurs at night.

The Nevada Highway Patrol Association and Mothers Against Drunk Driving, also known as MADD, announced Monday they've formed a new partnership with goals of continued safety on Nevada's highways, to end drunk and drugged driving, support victims of drunk driving and bring an end to underage drinking.

After conducting panel interviews of 8 applicants on August 7, 2017 for the position of Assistant County Manager, two candidates have been recommended to move on to be interviewed by the County Manager, Larry Werner.

Though a few months out before the snow flies, airlines serving Reno-Tahoe International have added several flights to their winter schedules for this upcoming ski season.