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NHP identifies Dayton man in fatal Carson City pedestrian crash at US-50 and Deer Run

The Nevada Highway Patrol has identified a Dayton resident who died in a pedestrian related vehicle crash on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021 east of Deer Run in Carson City.

The pedestrian, Allen Lynch, a 38-year-old Dayton resident, was transported to an area hospital where he died.

At approximately 7:24 p.m., Nevada Highway Patrol Troopers responded to a vehicle vs pedestrian crash on US-50 west, east of Deer Run in Carson City.

The preliminary investigation shows that a gray 2006 Chevrolet Impala was traveling westbound on US-50 east of Deer Run. For unknown reasons, a male pedestrian was standing in the westbound travel lanes on US-50. The Impala struck the pedestrian.

This crash is being investigated by the Nevada Highway Patrol Northern Command West Multi- Disciplinary Investigation and Reconstruction Team (M.I.R.T.) - Case #211001000.

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CARSON CITY — With winter driving coming in the months ahead, the Nevada Department of Transportation is encouraging drivers to sign up for e-mail and text alerts for their own frequently-traveled state routes.

As the hymn proclaims "All are welcome in this place" and that includes those who attended the Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church building’s 150th anniversary celebration this summer that acknowledged the first service held in this historic church located at 314 N. Division St. in Carson City.

Twisted Scizzors, Kutz for Heroes

Twisted Scizzors Salon continues to host Kutz for Heroes. Saturday had a great turnout with support from Adam Laxalt, many local vendors and veteran services.

The salon will provide free haircuts for veterans, activity duty and first responders, plus they can find help locating available services. Event runs through 3 p.m. today, Sunday, November 4.

Two 18 year-olds from Carson City were arrested Saturday morning at 3:27 a.m. in the area of Panamint and Knoblock roads on misdemeanor charges of marijuana possession and alcohol consumption by minors, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Nov. 5-11, 2018. Work continues on the Downtown Curry Streetscape Project. Work this week in the project area includes:

How about a high temperature of 74 degrees in the Nevada state capital on the first Sunday of November? That's according to the National Weather Service in Reno, and it ought to be motivation enough to get outside, soak up the warm weather and enjoy all that the Carson City area has to offer.

The Carson High School Library was packed with students Nov. 1 for a special occasion guest speaker, author and CHS graduate Teri Case. She gave students who attend College Connections some practical and realistic advice on writing applications for both local and national scholarships.

We cut down a large Siberian elm tree yesterday. Although these trees are renowned for elm leaf beetle infestations, in the early years of its life, it didn’t have elm leaf beetles. However, as it aged, the beetles and their larvae became prevalent.

In honor of the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I, the Nevada State Museum in Carson City will be hosting a special event: “Armistice: Commemorating the End of the Great War" on Saturday, Nov. 10.

A training offered by Partnership Carson City on Wednesday could help save lives. The 30-minute lunchtime class will teach participants how to use the nasal spray Naloxone, a drug that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.

Volunteers serving the Carson City Sheriff's Office were recognized Saturday night at a dinner prepared in their honor.

The first weekend in November has arrived, and wildlife around the Nevada state capital are gathering or foraging as much as they can before the first snow fall.

If you thought Dia de los Muertos was synonymous with Halloween, you'd be wrong.

Although All Hallows Eve occurs during the typically days-long festival, Dia de los Muertos is really a celebration of life for loved ones and ancestors that have passed on.

Carson City-based In Plain Sight Marketing, LLC was presented the Public Relations Society of America’s Award of Excellence in the category, Earned Media Relations — Online, Print and Expert Positioning, and the Bronze Spike award for community relations for its work on behalf of the Carson City Senior Center and Meals on Wheels Carson City.

A 38 year-old Carson City man was arrested early Saturday morning at 1:35 a.m. in the 1800 block of N. Carson Street for misdemeanor ex-felon failing to register, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported, and later was found in felony possession of methamphetamine.

Pasport to Downtown 2018 Winners

Congratulations to the winners of Passport to Downtown raffle prizes, whose names are listed below in alphabetical order.

After nearly nine months of longer days, Daylight Savings Time gives way to Standard Time at 2 a.m. Sunday morning.

Take advantage of the extra daylight while it lasts. Saturday is the final day of the year for Daylight Savings Time. Be sure to "fall back" one hour on your clocks Saturday night into early Sunday when Standard Time takes over.

The new ballroom of Carson City’s Casino Fandango was unveiled in a ribbon cutting ceremony Friday evening, complete with champagne, prime rib, a catered buffet dinner, and a live band, in typical Fandango style.

The Nevada Day Parade Committee has released the winning entries in 10 categories from last Saturday's 80th Nevada Day Parade in Carson City.

Join us on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22 for the annual Carson City Turkey Trot and give yourself an excuse for an extra piece of pie!

When Reno Lumber purchased 4.8 acres off Arrowhead Drive in East Carson City a year ago, the intent was not only to grow business, but also expand its name.

According to George Eliot, “Our dead are never dead to us until we have forgotten them.”

Carson High School Senior Nik Hylan is working his senior project in partnership with Vitalant and Carson Now to bring awareness about the importance of blood donations to the community.

The public is invited to the dedication ceremony

The public is invited to attend the dedication ceremony of the Battle Born Memorial to Nevada’s military fallen on Friday, Nov. 9 on the state capitol grounds in Carson City.

A 33 year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday evening at 5:59 p.m. in the 700 block of Hillcrest Road for felony burglary, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.

This time of year, the Nevada state capital is filled with traditions. One that has grown especially endearing to the Carson City community is the annual Pets of the Homeless fundraiser presented by Carpa Nevada, LLC and Downtown Coin.

“I was young, I was 17 years old,” recalls Paula Abdul on the event that would put into motion a life in the entertainment industry.

On Sunday, Nov. 4, Paula will be bringing her Straight Up Paula! Tour to Reno, showing off the music and choreography that were the foundation of her career.

Hello Carson City and welcome to Friday, Nov. 2, 2018. It's the end of the work week with events today featuring political gatherings, art showings, a fascinating lecture about Carson City and all things ABBA as tonight is the opening of "Mamma Mia" at the Carson City Community Center.

The 2018 Carson City High Five Turkey Drive will be held Thursday, Nov. 8 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Carson Nugget.

Organized by Friends in Service Helping, also known as FISH and the Carson Nugget, curbside drop-offs on the Carson Street side of the casino are encouraged as organizers say they need 1,000 turkeys for holiday baskets and the annual Carson Nugget Thanksgiving Feast.