• Carson Now on Facebook
  • Follow Carson Now on Twitter
  • Follow Carson Now by RSS
  • Follow Carson Now by Email

Reno-Tahoe International Airport begins new non-stop daily flights to Austin, Texas

Reno-Tahoe International Airport tipped a 10-gallon hat to American Airlines Thursday as the air carrier celebrated its first non-stop daily flight to Austin, Texas.

The flight took off at 6 a.m. for the Texas Capitol known for its tech scene, music, food, and fun. The new flight on American is perfect for business or leisure and connects Texans to Reno-Tahoe’s growing tech sector and famous outdoor fun.

“We’re eager to connect Reno-Tahoe International Airport with Austin, complementing our existing year-round service from Reno to Dallas-Ft. Worth, Los Angeles and Phoenix,” said Brian Znotins, American Airlines Vice President of Network Planning. “As the only carrier to offer a non-stop flight between Reno and Austin, American is making it easier than ever for Northern Nevadans to get back to business, enjoy all that Austin and Central Texas has to offer or reconnect with family and friends.”

Austin is the second long haul flight announced by American this summer from Reno-Tahoe. Seasonal non-stop daily service to Charlotte, NC began June 3 at RNO.

“The true spirit of partnership in our region is helping attract more air service,” Shaun Carey, Chairman of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority, said. “The Reno-Sparks Chamber of Commerce, the Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada, the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority and the hotels and casinos work together to support new air service and make flights successful.”

The new Austin flight on a 76-seat Embraer 175 departs RNO at 6:00 a.m. and arrives at 11:22 a.m. in Austin. It departs Austin at 7:55 p.m. and lands at RNO at 9:32 p.m.

When you fly from RNO, remember that safety is our highest priority. Face coverings are required in the terminal and in flight by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Transportation Security Administration.

Go here for a list of non-stop flights offered out of Reno-Tahoe International.

Top Stories

... or see all stories

Carson City Little League registration is now open for the 2024 season.

Looking for love this Valentines Day? Come to Catmandu this weekend and meet Frank!

The southern access to Mills Park from Mills Lane, Oxoby Loop, and amenities including the pickleball courts, will be closed Monday, Feb. 12 to Friday, Feb. 16, for tree maintenance of the large Cottonwood trees.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office SWAT and Special Enforcement units took 30-year-old Aaron Friesen, (9/13/93) into custody at approximately 2:35 p.m. at a downtown North Curry Street residential Inn. Friesen had been identified as one of two suspects who attempted a forceful kidnapping on February 8, 2024 at the 1300 block of Fleetwood Avenue in Carson City.

UPDATE: The area is clear, a kidnapping suspect was taken into custody. More here: https://www.carsonnow.org/story/02/09/2024/kidnapping-suspect-taken-cust...

***

The Carson City Sheriff's Office is reporting Police Activity in the North Curry Street area.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is serving a warrant in the area  of North Curry Street and West Robinson St. The public is asked to avoid the area.

Carson High School hosted a Miracle Minute fundraiser this morning for all those wishing to donate to support the Rodriguez family.

The fundraiser was held during the school’s A3 class period where students, teachers and employees were able to make donations for 1 minute, pooling their money into an envelope in their classrooms.

60 years ago in February of 1964, The Beatles made their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan show. Beatles Flashback will be celebrating that historic event with this special show.

Empire Elementary School in Carson City is excited to get hands-on learning experience with a new 3D printer and apply the technology as part of their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.

North Lyon Firefighters are sounding the alarm. After months of conflict and building tensions, firefighters say they voted unanimously against Chief Jason Nicholl and say they have lost confidence in his ability to lead the North Lyon Fire Protection District.

Former President Donald Trump easily won Nevada’s Republican caucus Thursday in a race where he was functionally the only remaining major candidate on the ballot, according to early returns from several rural counties.

Once a month the Maizie Theater in Brewery Arts Center hosts rising stars in the songwriting world from both near and far. Friday Feb. 9 features The Wolf Creek Boys with opening act Will Houk.

The Rising Suns is a Carson City area men’s circle. We gather weekly to share our life stories, challenges, dramas, and traumas in a supportive and judgment-free space. This is authentic men’s work in which we learn to accept ourselves fully.

The third annual Holiday with a Hero Golf Tournament will tee off May 18, 2024 at Eagle Valley Golf Course. The 4-person scramble golf tournament raises funds for scholarships for students in need within the community.

Carson City area native star swimmer Krysta Palmer received a fourth-place win along with teammate Alison Gibson in women’s synchronized 3-meter Wednesday in Qatar.

Carson City Historical Society announces guest speaker Michael J. Smith will present a talk on African Americans and the Arts at their Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024, lecture presentation as part of Black History Month.

Happy Thursday, Carson City. Let's take a look at what this weekend has in store!

It’s time again for Chinese Lunar New Year Celebrations in Carson City.

Each year, the Nevada State Museum and Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada partner together to bring Chinese culture to the capital city.

There will be a "Shining a light" candlelight memorial vigil Friday for Ella Márquez Conchas, 10, who died Jan. 23 in a pedestrian accident on US-50 in Mound House.

All are welcome to attend as a show of support for Ella Márquez Conchas and family. It will be held at 6:30 p.m. at on Friday at Dayton Elementary, 285 Old Dayton Road.

To honor Lexi Rodriguez, the family is inviting friends, students, teachers and community members to attend a Celebration of Life at Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024 at 10 a.m., 3945 Fairview Dr., in Carson City.

C5 Classic Cinema and Fun with Food are teaming up to celebrate National Pizza Day along with the Bogey Bacall binge, on Friday, Feb. 9 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King Street in Carson City.

Alicia will begin serving fresh, handcrafted pizza by the slice, at 5 p.m., in the lobby. Come in early to stake out the raffle and silent auction items, take a selfie with Bogie on the red carpet, and show off your trivia!

Friday, Feb. 9
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. (Pizza available)

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public's assistance in identifying suspects involved in several commercial burglaries in northern Nevada.

Eagles and Agriculture 2024 is set to captivate nature enthusiasts and heritage aficionados from Thursday through Sunday this week.

The Carson City School District was pleased to host Nevada State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jhone Ebert last week in a listening and outreach tour of some schools and programs in Carson City. Ebert was accompanied by Nevada Department of Education’s Deputy Superintendent Ann Marie Dickson and Deputy Superintendent Christy McGill.

Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day in northern Nevada like Virginia City’s annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry. Tickets for the un-ball-lievable event as well as the St. Paddy Made Me Do It Saloon Crawl are on sale now with a variety of tasting and experience packages available.

The Carson City Symphony and Carson Chamber Singers will perform on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater, 851 E. William Street in Carson City.

On Tuesday, the Douglas County School Board voted to offer the position of superintendent to John Ramirez, Jr. despite public outcry and the revelation of his extensive criminal and mismanagement history.

Investigations against Ramirez include mismanagement of district funds, sexual harassment, DUI, and hit and run, among others.

Our Pet of the Week is Barney! Barney is a lovable 1-year-old boy who came to us as a stray in December of 2023. He is a sweet boy who loves his walks and will let everyone know! He's a bit wary of other dogs and takes some time to get used to them.

A 23-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of misdemeanor disorderly conduct and drunken pedestrian, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

A formal ribbon cutting for the new Battle Born Counseling Center was held on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 to provide a safe and comforting space for those needing assistance in reducing their substance abuse disorders.

Carson City voters participating in Tuesday's presidential preference primary picked their choices that were available on the ballot with local Republicans opting for "none of these candidates."