Carson City emergency crews respond to crash at South Carson Street and Old Clear Creek

Carson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and the Nevada Highway Patrol responded early Wednesday evening to a vehicle crash in the northbound lane of South Carson Street at Old Clear Creek Road.

The crash, reported shortly before 5:30 p.m., involves three vehicles and is blocking traffic. Paramedics evaluated three people on scene, all declining medical attention via ambulance.

The northbound lane of South Carson Street is blocked. Motorists can expect delays.

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Nevadans between the ages of 65 and 69 will be eligible to receive the vaccine next week at retail pharmacies across the state, officials announced Wednesday.

In light of recent tragic events and the 21 fatalities during the 2020-2021 winter season, the USDA Forest Service wants to remind recreationists to think ahead, plan, and prepare for their outings on National Forest System lands and to recreate responsibly.

If you are looking to connect with amazing women in Carson City and over 3,000 dynamic women across the country then you need to check out Polka Dot Powerhouse.

A 34-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday morning for suspicion of misdemeanor reckless driving and driving with a suspended license, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office arrest report.

Virginia City is known for having balls — and they are back with the 30th annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry, set for March 13, 2021. The classic St. Patrick’s Day celebration of Irish and Basque heritage is happening, but with major modifications to accommodate current guidelines. But one thing is for certain, this original sack lunch doesn’t hold back.

The Carson City School District will host a community meeting focused on its Strategic Plan and equity in education Wednesday, Feb. 24, 6:00-7:30 p.m., via Zoom.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — For over 100 years, some boat owners were known to scuttle their boats in Lake Tahoe instead of paying for dismantling or removal. In the case of the SS Tahoe, it was meant to be an underwater museum near the shore of Glenbrook in 1940 after spending years docked and rusting in Tahoe City, but a miscalculation of the slope caused the boat to sink to almost 400 feet under water. An underwater trail highlights boats and barges sunk in Emerald Bay.

Come bleed with the Pigs! Desert Pigs, a nonprofit desert cleanup group, is hosting a blood drive with Vitalant on Saturday at the Carson City Center, 256 E Winnie Ln from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting its weekend COVID-19 statistics for the capital city, Quad County area from Feb. 13 to Feb. 16, 2021.

Assembly Speaker Jason Frierson has introduced legislation that would not only transition Nevada away from a caucus to a primary for the 2024 presidential cycle, but also leapfrog New Hampshire and Iowa to become the first nominating state in the country.

In a final series of profiles, Soroptimist International of Carson City is pleased to introduce 2021 “Women Helping Women” honoree Niki Gladys, who is among eight local women to be honored this Thursday, Feb. 18.

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Though the sentiment was nice, the graffiti vandalism discovered last week on downed trees at Carson City's Riverview Park left more anger than smiles for Bianca Blohme, a volunteer who helps keep the park clean.

The Alzheimer's Association provides free online classes to help people understand dementia and alzheimers. Constituents may register by calling 1-800-272-3900 or by visiting alz.org/crf and searching by zip code.

Carson City Health and Human Services is rescheduling the COVID-19 vaccination event that was scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021 at the Lyon County Fairgrounds in Yerington. This second dose event is rescheduled for Friday, Feb. 19, 2021 at the Lyon County Fairgrounds in Yerington. The appointment times will remain the same. CCHHS is not cancelling events or appointments; events will be rescheduled; the appointments will not be canceled.

Early light, delicate and fluid, wakes up the Carson River early Tuesday.

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“We’ve always been agile and we run a tight, lean operation,” Plain said. “What we learned about ourselves, our business and our people is that we are more creative, more productive and more collaborative than ever working from our home offices.”

The next Carson City Board of Supervisor’s meeting will take place Thursday, Feb. 18 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room in the Carson City Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

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A Western Nevada College instructor; University of Nevada, Reno assistant professor; and WNC student are sharing their artwork this winter as part of the latest exhibits in the Bristlecone galleries on the Carson City campus.

The Carson City School District, on behalf of the Carson City Schools Foundation, is pleased to announce another round of $200 mini grant winners for Spring 2021. Each semester, CCSF gives back to educators and students alike.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance with any information leading to the identification of a person responsible for the attempted sexual assault of a minor.

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Carson City Court Appointed Special Advocates will hold information hours via Zoom this Thursday and Friday and again on Tuesday, Feb. 23. Do you like children? Are you interested in volunteering? Would you like to advocate for children in foster care?

Jeff Campagni, General Manager of Carson City Toyota, presents a check to Lori P

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Nevada Artists Association Gallery features its Winter Show. Bring the family! The entries in this show are from NAA member and non-member artists from Northern Nevada. One hundred and fifty-two entries are divided into judged categories including oils, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, dry media, 3D art, photography, digital art and mixed media.

Local theater performances were put on hold last spring in a joint decision by the Carson City and Douglas County Theater Companies’ Coalition. The goal of the coalition was to try to navigate certain challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, including social distancing restrictions.

Diverse Business Connections in Carson City will host an open networking event at its new office this Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. The event is open to all business owners, startups, and entrepreneurs in our community.

Local Elks Lodges throughout the U.S., Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Panama Canal, will be celebrating 153 years of community service on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021.

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