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Arizona Man wanted on over 40 sex crime charges arrested in South Lake Tahoe

Members of the U.S. Marshals Office traced an Arizona man to South Lake Tahoe after he left the state prior to a court appearance on over 40 counts of sex crimes.

Gordon Golding, 56, was arrested by the marshals with assistance from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department at a home on Margaret Street on November 19. He is currently in the El Dorado County Jail in South Lake Tahoe on a felony fugitive from justice warrant, awaiting extradition to Arizona.

Golding did not show up for a September 2021 court hearing where he faced charges of crimes including sexual abuse, sexual voyeurism, sexual conduct with a minor, and involving minors in a drug offense. He had been arrested in 2019 on the charges, released from custody on a $7,500 cash bond since he agreed to wear an ankle monitor, had no passport, and he self-surrendered to police.

According to law enforcement, Golding cut it off and ended up in South Lake Tahoe. He was arrested as he rode his bicycle to the home on Margaret Street where he was living. He was using a falsified Arizona Driver's License to hide his true identity while in South Lake Tahoe.

Golding allegedly used his position as a kickboxing instructor to develop relationships with underage girls and then committed multiple sex acts with them, U.S. Marshals said.

“The arrest of this dangerous sex offender was made possible by outstanding investigative work by Phoenix Police Detectives in collaboration with U.S. Marshal fugitive task forces in Arizona and Nevada”, said United States Marshal David Gonzales in a press release.

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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 28th annual American Century Championship is in the books, and former Major League Baseball pitcher Mark Mulder won for the third straight year, the first three-peat at the celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of July 17-23, 2017: Road closures expected at the following locations due to road/utility work. Please follow detours.

With a Pacific Northern Division-leading record of 55-38, the Reno Aces looked to conclude the four-game home-stand against the El Paso Chihuahuas with a win, tying the series at 2-2. Aces starting pitcher Frank Duncan (7-5, 6.11 ERA) hoped to tack on a team-leading 8th win of the season before another four-game series against the Salt Lake Bees.

The hazy smoke that has wafted into the Carson City area Sunday morning is from the Long Valley Fire burning near Pyramid Lake, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called to a vehicle crash Sunday afternoon in the northbound lane of Carson Street south of Fairview.

A 20-year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday night in the area of Curry and Robinson streets for suspicion of misdemeanor DUI, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy said.

Take it easy today, that’s what Sundays are for. An afternoon porch party at the historic Genoa Bar combines live music by Deception and slushy rum runners. Dutch oven cooking is a camp-time favorite, and the rangers at Mormon Station State Park will be giving a demonstration on how easy and delicious it can be. They’ll give out samples until the pot runs dry, so get their early for something yummy. Keep reading for more lazy Sunday happenings.

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Thought Friday night brought a dazzling sunset over the capital city? Saturday night's setting sun in Carson City, captured here by Scott McDaniel, was an amazing splash of color that made the western sky dance. Double click on the photos to enlarge.

After a tough 10-4 loss to El Paso, the Aces looked to rebound in a hurry Saturday, July 15th in Greater Nevada Field. With a small sample size of outings under their belts, starting pitchers Matt Koch (Reno) and Kyle Lloyd (El Paso) took the mound hoping to break the 1-1 tie in the four-game series.

Over the Hill Club Donates $500 to Food Pantry in Silver Springs

SILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — For the third year in a row, the Over the Hill Motorcycle Club has made a donation to the Silver Stage Food Pantry.

UPDATE: 8:24PM: Dispatch has reported that Douglas County rescue crews have located the victim of the motorcycle accident near Sunrise Pass Road in Northeastern Douglas County and are currently on scene. Carson City responders have been recalled.
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Emergency personnel from Carson City are responding to a report of a motorcycle accident near Sunrise Pass Road around the Carson City and Douglas County line, 9-1-1 dispatch has reported.

Emergency crews are on scene of a multi-vehicle accident with injuries at South Roop Street and Fairview Drive in South Carson City.

Families and residents were treated to an open house Saturday hosted by the Carson City Public Works Department at its corporate yard off Butti Way.

The third annual Sassabration diversity festival launched Saturday morning with a parade from the Brewery Arts Center to Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint at Carson Hot Springs Resort in Carson City.

Two men were arrested Thursday night in the area of North Lompa Lane and East College Parkway for felony possession of a controlled substance following a traffic stop, Carson City Sheriff's deputies said.

"Charles Barkley became a beacon of hope and support for the firefighters and the recovery efforts of the community," Tahoe Douglas Fire Marshal Eric Guevin told the crowd at the 10th tee Friday morning. "Charles, we are here to support and cheer you on in your game today. We want people to care, be aware and prepare for wildfires. On behalf of the Fire Chiefs of Lake Tahoe, Sir Charles thank you for caring."

Another spectacular sunset over Carson City Friday night captured in these photos by Scott McDaniel.

UPDATE: Fire 100 percent contained Saturday at 632 acres.
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UPDATE 8:12PM: Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District reports that evacuations have been lifted, making it safe for evacuees to head home.
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UPDATE 8:04PM: Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District reports that an estimated 250-300 personnel will work diligently all night to contain the Brenda Fire.
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UPDATE 7:42PM: According to Erin Holland of the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District, the fire is ten-percent contained. There is also no word on how the fire was started.
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UPDATE 7:08PM: Sierra Front reports the Brenda Fire that started Friday afternoon in the northeast end of Washoe Valley has grown to 1,200 acres.
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UPDATE 6:47PM: Truckee Meadows Fire reports a re-opening on 395, but Eastlake is still closed.

This funk and rock artist hits the BAC stage this Saturday

The Brewery Arts Center will continue an unforgettable season of free concerts under the stars in Carson City. It’s time again to grab your family, friends and neighbors and get ready to head on down to the Brewery Arts Center’s newest community treasure and join with us to enjoy Gene Evaro Jr. and Silver.

Update 5:51 p.m.: The reports of a fire in this area were unfounded.

Lyon County fire officials are reporting a brush fire burning in the Mound House area early Friday evening near the railroad bridge.

A firefighting brush engine from Carson City Fire Department was called Friday afternoon for mutual aid to a wildfire burning along Highway 395 south of Cold Springs near the Nevada/California border.

The third annual Morning in Nevada PAC Basque Fry at Corley Ranch in Gardnerville will be headlined this year by U.S. Vice President Mike Pence, Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt announced Friday.

A free Western Heritage Celebration returns to the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, July 22, beginning at 11:00 am.

The event’s second year will include a heritage quilting presentation, a Victorian dressing presentation, songs about local history and cowboy poetry, as well as gold panning and other children’s activities.

A 24-year-old man was arrested Thursday for misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery after a fight with his brother, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Organizers of the Carson City Fair are seeking volunteers to help with a variety of duties.
“We have lots of positions available,” said Lindsay Chichester, chairwoman of the Carson City Fair Board. “We have everything from helping with the youth livestock show to assisting the judging of the static exhibits.”

Construction begins on the new Northern Nevada State Veterans Home

The wait for northern Nevada veterans is finally over. On Monday, July 17, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., there will be Groundbreaking Ceremony to celebrate the construction of the new Northern Nevada State Veterans Home. The event will be held on the site of the new facility, 2 Kietzke Lane, Sparks, NV, which is located across from the DMV.

Despite boisterous complaints from liquor distributors, members of a state tax board approved a set of last-minute regulations on Thursday designed to open up distribution licenses for the state’s nascent retail marijuana industry, amid fears that stores are quickly running out of product to sell.

The Relief Society local women’s organization of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hosts its ninth annual clothing drive to assist families in the Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville, and Dayton, Nevada communities to obtain clothes for school.

Kitten Adoption Day is Saturday, July 22 from noon to 4 p.m. at Michael Hohl Honda in Carson City. Catmandu is partnering with Honda to help disadvantaged cats and kittens find their FURever homes.

I hope your dancing shoes are handy because the music will have you on your feet. Local favorites, Jelly Bread, take the stage at McFadden Plaza as part of the Fridays at the Fox series. Start the weekend with some belly laughs: either with Kevin Farley at the Brewery Arts Center or with Mrs. John Hughes at the Carson Nugget. Break a leg to our talented friends and neighbors participating in this year’s Senior Follies. ‘As Seen On TV’ marks the twentieth year the variety show has showcase local talent.

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