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Carson City area road report for week of Sept. 23-29

Jeff Munson — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 14:22:12 +0000

Here is the Carson City road report for the week of Sept. 23-29, 2024. Closures and lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

— 2nd Street between Carson Street and Curry Street will be closed to westbound traffic from April 8, 2024, to June 30, 2025, for construction.

Lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road/utility work:
— Center Drive near the intersection of Topsy Lane will be reduced to a single lane from September 16, 2024, to November 26, 2024, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

— College Parkway near Research Way will have shoulder work from Monday – Wednesday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.

— Curry Street between Park Street and Adams Street will be reduced to a single lane from Monday – Tuesday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

— Mallory Way near 800 Mallory Way will have reduced lanes Monday - Friday, from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

— North Ormsby Boulevard between Newman Place and Washington Street will have reduced lanes from September 16, 2024, to October 14, 2024, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

— Plaza Street near 7th Street and Fall Street will be reduced to a single lane on Monday, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

— Topsy Lane near the Lyla Lane will be reduced to a single lane from September 16, 2024, to November 26, 2024, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Elsewhere, U.S. 95 Alternate is now open after temporarily being closed for Union Pacific Railroad rail bed replacement and upgrades.

U.S. 95A was temporarily closed from Sierra Way north of Yerington to just south of Fort Churchill Road near Silver Springs beginning at 12 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21. The highway reopened at approximately 8 p.m. Sept. 21 after Union Pacific Railroad replaced rail bed in two locations.

Highway travel is now open, with motorists reminded to check NVRoads.com before driving for the most recent highway conditions.

AT&T agrees to get the lead cables out of Lake Tahoe

Jeff Munson — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 00:09:30 +0000

Paula Peterson, SouthTahoeNow.com

From Baldwin Beach to Rubicon Bay and inside Emerald Bay there are approximately six miles of submerged century-old cables containing about 107,000 pounds of lead in Lake Tahoe. They are just feet away from iconic Emerald Bay, beautiful beaches and tall trees, and underneath the turquoise blue water Lake Tahoe is known for.

Twelve years ago divers from another project discovered the copper cables and found they'd been placed on the sandy bottom of the lake by the Pacific Bell Telephone Company a century ago. After several mergers, AT&T of California acquired Pacific Bell. Three years ago, the California Sportfishing Protection Alliance (CSPA), a nonprofit advocacy group based in Groveland, Calif., sued AT&T to have them removed after their discovery.

This week, CSPA announced AT&T of California, has agreed to remove its abandoned telecommunications cables that have been leaching toxic lead into the waters of Lake Tahoe for decades.

“This is a monumental win for the environment, the communities who drink Lake Tahoe water, the people with lake-dependent livelihoods, and the millions of annual visitors,” said Chris Shutes, Executive Director for CSPA.

Shutes said AT&T will be responsible for removing the cables, and the process could start as soon as this Fall. The court is required to wait 45 days before giving final approval for the removal to begin, so things, including weather, could get in the way of completion in 2024.

"Their commitment is to try to have the cables out by November 30, 2024, and no later than May 26, 2025 (Memorial Day next year)," said Shutes.

CSPA’s advocacy and litigation efforts weren't alone in their desire to get the lead out. Also working on the lead cable removal was a grassroots effort by the Tahoe Lead Removal Project. This group was holding public outreach events to obtain the required permits from seven separate entities overseeing the area and finance an extraction that was estimated to cost upwards of $2 million. AT&T will now cover that expense. The League to Save Lake Tahoe said the work will be done by licensed professional operators based on qualifications and availability.

"This action directly aligns with our mission to get the lead out, and we are thrilled that AT&T is making this commitment once more," said Evan Dreyer, founder of the Tahoe Lead Removal Project. "Based on the quotes in the various news articles, it's apparent that their senior leadership is engaged and focused on achieving this outcome by November."

"Our work will only end once the cables are physically removed from Lake Tahoe," added Dreyer. "We will remain engaged and supportive of efforts to achieve this outcome. AT&T has our support and gratitude, especially given the proposed timing this November or Spring 2025 at the latest.

After conditionally settling in 2022, AT&T reinitiated litigation to determine the merits of CSPA’s claims. The lawsuit alleges AT&T’s cables discharged lead violating California’s voter-approved Proposition 65, (The Safe Drinking Water and Toxics Enforcement Act of 1986), and those discharges presented an imminent and substantial endangerment to human health and the environment, in violation of the federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The cables are comprised of paper-wrapped copper wires, inside a thick lead conduit, wrapped in spiral-wound steel rods and covered with a bitumen/tar-impregnated fiber coating.

Each foot of the lead-clad cables contains approximately 3.39 pounds of lead. There are approximately 6 miles of submerged cables. As a result of this settlement, AT&T will remove about 107,000 pounds of lead from Lake Tahoe.

CSPA’s investigation revealed the abandoned cables were discharging lead. Due to wind-caused currents, anchor strikes, and deterioration over time, the cables have become damaged and degraded, exposing the lead conduit in numerous locations.

CSPA-supported scientific investigations confirmed elevated levels of lead in water and sediment adjacent to the cables. The investigations found lead in algae, which forms the base of the food web for the fisheries at Lake Tahoe. CSPA also found lead in clams and crawdads collected at the cables.

“Designated as an Outstanding National Resource Water, Lake Tahoe has no major pollution sources of lead or other metals entering the lake. So, our expectations were to see minimal to low concentrations of lead in this exceptionally clean and clear lake. The team conducted a structured scientific collection and laboratory analyses of water, sediment and microscopic plants and bacteria called biofilms (a.k.a. algae). One sample of biofilm on the cables showed lead at 67,000 times more concentrated than a reference biofilm sample taken from a rock. These biofilms are a food source for fish, and the lead can be biomagnified as it travels up the food chain,” said Sudeep Chandra, PhD, Professor of Limnology, Director of Global Water Center, University of Nevada, Reno.

Lake Tahoe, known for its breathtaking beauty, clear waters, and ecological significance, has been burdened by these lead-leaching cables. “CSPA remains dedicated to Lake Tahoe as one of nation’s most iconic waterbodies. We are proud to have fought for the removal of this toxic waste from Lake Tahoe, and we are happy that AT&T decided to finally step up,” stated Shutes.

CSPA was represented by the Aqua Terra Aeris Law Group (through Matthew C. Maclear and Erica A. Maharg), Klamath Environmental Law Center (through William “Bill” Verick), Law Offices of Andrew L. Packard, Law Office of Dr. John Kirk Boyd, Law Office of Brian Acree and the Law Office of William Carlon.

CSPA’s investigation resulted, in part, from the generous funding of therootcauseproject.org, spearheaded by Founder, Roland Peralta. Local divers, Kris Kierce and Scott Fontecchio from Lake Tahoe Diving & Environmental, performed the sampling.

Carson City Sheriff’s Office to host 3rd annual K9 Unit Challenge

Jeff Munson — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 21:36:58 +0000

Event Date:

October 19, 2024 - 9:00am

Four-legged heroes representing law enforcement agencies from throughout the region will shine Oct. 19 as the Carson City Sheriff’s Office will host its third annual K9 Unit Challenge and public K9 obstacle course at Fuji Park.

From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. the free public event will highlight dozens of K9s from multiple agencies who will compete in three primary events: patrol apprehension, odor detection, and agility. Apprehension and Agility events will be on full display at Fuji’s main arena, where there are bleachers for public viewing (and cheering).

In addition to the main event, the public is invited to participate in a separate agility course event with their own dog. Spaces for the public competition are limited, so please use the QR code (scroll and click on the flyer) to sign up early. The public event portion will take place in the Fuji arena at noon, is $25 to register, and requires a signed liability waiver.

Check out this compilation from previous events in the video below.

Whether you’re coming to compete or watch, there will be chances to meet the dogs, vendors, get some cool K9 swag and enjoy good food. There will also be a SWAT demonstration at 11 a.m., JJ Christy with K-BULL 98.1 will make a special appearance at 1 p.m., and a mounted unit demonstration at 3 p.m.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office welcomes any and all to join them for the fun and exciting event. Come cheer on your favorite dog, enjoy some good food and a good show, and support your local K9s.

For additional information regarding CCSO K9, or if you’d like to know how you can donate to the K9 unit, please contact Sergeant Darin Riggin or visit the Sheriff’s Office main building during regular business hours.

Donovan Mill tour and stamp operation happening Sept. 28 in Silver City

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 20:42:44 +0000

Hosted by Comstock Foundation

Join the fun at the Donovan Mill in Silver City, 900 Main Street, on Sept. 28. Catch a Mill tour including operation of the stamp mill plus the rotary stamp mill. We will give tours of the Mill, the machine shop, refinery and office vault.

Tours begin at 10 a.m. and is $20 per person, 12 and under free. Check out the attached flyer above for details.

Physical therapist Dr. Sarah Kaderka joins The Health Lab in Carson City, focusing on pelvic floor treatment

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 20:05:47 +0000

By The Health Lab

The Health Lab is proud to welcome Dr. Sarah Kaderka to its team of dedicated healthcare professionals. Dr. Kaderka brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and a deep commitment to improving the quality of life for her patients.

A Specialized Approach to Pelvic Floor Health

Pelvic floor dysfunction is a condition that affects millions of people, yet it often goes undiagnosed or untreated due to a lack of awareness and specialized care. Dr. Kaderka’s expertise lies in treating a wide range of pelvic floor issues, including urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and prolapse. Her approach combines physical therapy, patient education, and personalized treatment plans to help patients regain control and confidence.

Dr. Kaderka is passionate about providing holistic care that addresses the unique needs of each patient. "The pelvic floor is an essential part of our body's basic function, and its dysfunction can impact daily life in profound ways," she explains. "I’m here to help patients understand their condition and work with them to develop effective, non-invasive treatments that promote healing and restoration."

Who Can Benefit from Pelvic Floor Therapy?

Pelvic floor therapy is beneficial for a wide range of patients, from postpartum women experiencing pelvic pain or incontinence to older adults dealing with issues related to aging. Athletes who engage in high-impact sports may also find pelvic floor therapy beneficial, as it can help prevent injuries and improve core stability.

Dr. Kaderka's patients often include:

Postpartum Women: Pregnancy and childbirth can put significant strain on the pelvic floor muscles, leading to issues like incontinence or prolapse. Dr. Kaderka works with new mothers to help them regain strength and function in their pelvic floor.

Older Adults: Aging can weaken the pelvic floor, leading to problems like urinary incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse. Dr. Kaderka’s treatments are tailored to help seniors maintain their independence and quality of life.

Athletes: High-impact sports can place extra stress on the pelvic floor. Dr. Kaderka offers preventive care and rehabilitation for athletes looking to strengthen their core and avoid injury.

A Commitment to Comprehensive Care

At The Health Lab, Dr. Kaderka is part of a multidisciplinary team that includes specialists in physical therapy, and family medicine primary care. This collaborative environment allows her to provide comprehensive care that addresses not just the symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction but also its underlying causes.

"We’re thrilled to have Dr. Kaderka join our team," says The Health Lab’s Owner, Loren Wooldridge. "Her expertise in pelvic floor therapy fills a vital need in our community, and we’re confident that her compassionate, patient-centered approach will make a significant impact on the lives of those she treats."

Schedule a Consultation Today

Dr. Kaderka is now accepting new patients at The Health Lab in Carson City. For more information or to schedule a consultation, visit nvhealthlab.com or call their office directly (775) 525-8681.

Carson High School announces 2024 homecoming king, queen and court

Jeff Munson — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 18:47:42 +0000

Photos by Jeff Mulvihill

Carson High School crowned Alex Nerska and Kekoa Mitchell as the 2024 Homecoming Queen and King. A short coronation ceremony was held on the football field during halftime of Friday’s matchup against the Hug High Hawks.

The school hosted a Homecoming Parade before the game were all the candidates were recognized and all student athletes from CHS’s fall sports were honored. The CHS Senators beat Hug, 37-0.

Candidates making up the Queen’s Homecoming Court included (alphabetically by last name) London Bishop, Avery Buchan, Dahlia Keating, Addy Morgan, Alex Nerska and Josie Nerska. Candidates making up the King’s Homecoming Court included (alphabetically by last name) Adam Avina, JT Heaton, Ethan Hendee, Landon Hoff, Tavin Miller and Kekoa Mitchell.

The CHS student body voted for the winners after the homecoming court was announced at the Homecoming Assembly last Friday, Sept. 13.

Happening today: Bob Boldrick 50th anniversary Block Party at Carson City Community Center

Jeff Munson — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 15:33:47 +0000

Event Date:

September 21, 2024 - 11:00am

A day of free family fun for the community is planned in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Bob Boldrick Theater located at the Carson City Community Center.

The block party will begin on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at 11 a.m. with free activities and games for the whole family all around the Community Center, including face painting, temporary tattoos, cornhole, bubbles, a puppet-making craft; hands-on learning experiences hosted by local groups, food trucks and more.

If you’ve ever wanted to see the inner workings of the sound and light booths or where the magic happens backstage, check out the backstage tours beginning every hour on the hour. Bring your pocketbook if you’re feeling lucky — the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation nonprofit will be selling raffle tickets for $1, with all proceeds going toward theater equipment for the Bob Boldrick Theater.

The Blue Thunder Marching Band will signal that the block party is wrapping up, and it’s time to head inside for a free performance on the stage! The showcase performance at 2 p.m. will feature short snippets of music ensembles, dance troupes, and children’s musical theatre, emceed by local favorite Ben Spence and none other than Miss Nevada, Karrina Ferris, who is no stranger to this stage!

All activities and performances are free. Art, food, raffle tickets, and other goodies will be available for purchase. For additional information or questions, please contact Anna Freeman at afreeman@carson.org or 775-283-7867. For more information on this event, please visit carson.org/arts, or @CarsonCityArtsCulture on Facebook.

The Carson City Community Center is located at 851 East William Street.

Celebrating community: 35th annual Dayton Valley Days happening this weekend

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 15:30:28 +0000

By Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce

Dayton Valley Days, a two-day outdoor street festival where friends and families come together to celebrate in the historic downtown area is happening this weekend. Now in its 35th year, the festival will be held in Old Town Dayton on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 21-22 starting at 8:30 a.m.

It's the largest to date with 150 vendors, crafters and food trucks and informational booths expected to line Pike Street. Organized by the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, Dayton Valley Days is packed with fun activities for everyone.

The Show 'n' Shine kicks off Saturday morning at 9 a.m. on Main St., showcasing over 50 cars and trucks of all makes. The Cherry Bomb Betties will host the inaugural Pin-Up Contest on the vintage front balcony of Js' Bistro, beginning at 11:30 AM, with the Queen crowned at 12:30 PM. Another exciting Saturday-only event is the Cornhole tournament, sponsored by Sierra Nevada Cornhole, starting at 10 a.m. (see info below).

Greg Austin will perform Saturday afternoon on the Front Porch of the Community Center, bringing music sure to get everyone rocking. On Sunday, the band Jacked Up Tahoe, a five-piece group known for keeping toes tapping, will perform on the Front Porch.

On Sunday, don’t miss the beloved and popular Pet Parade! Registration starts at 9 a.m. at the Dog Park Booth (located by Compadres), with the parade beginning at 10 AM.

Stop by the Community Center for the Pancake Breakfast, hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Dayton Valley. Breakfast starts at 7:30 a.m. each day, featuring eggs, sausage, all-you-can-eat pancakes, and Larry’s Gourmet Coffee!

Be sure to check out Dayton Valley Days favorites like Comstock Gold Panning, Historical Society of Dayton Valley Museum Tours, the Antique Tractor Exhibit (on 2nd Street), and over 140 craft and food booths. The Dayton Valley Lions Club will offer their "Vision Screening for Children" program inside the Community Center. The Kids Zone, sponsored by Calvary Baptist Church, will feature games, fun activities, and a climbing wall, all located next to Compadres in shady Logan Alley.

Brittnee Somers, Vice President of Events for the Chamber and Dayton Valley Days Co-Chair, has led the event since the Chamber took it over in 2022. "This year, we’ve extended Saturday’s hours to 6 PM to give everyone more time to enjoy the event," said Somers. "Don’t forget to add Dayton Valley Days to your calendar!"

Cathy Mitchell, who co-chairs Dayton Valley Days with Somers, is in charge of the Raffle and Silent Auction, held inside the Community Center (170 Pike St.). Mitchell encourages everyone to stop by and get a head start on their Christmas shopping! Raffle hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sunday.

John Cassinelli, Chamber President and Lyon County Commissioner-Elect, is helping with the heavy lifting. From moving bleacher stands to setting up the food tent, you'll find John wherever there’s work to be done! Be sure to join him for a beer at the Cornhole Tournament on Saturday!

Richard Mitrotz, the new Executive Director of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, who began his role on May 1st, has hit the ground running. He expressed his gratitude to legendary artist Steven Saylor for creating the artwork commemorating the 35th anniversary and for allowing the Chamber to produce limited-edition, signed, and numbered event t-shirts and other merchandise. Saylor’s wife, Johnye, serves on the Chamber board and is a member of the event committee.

"We wouldn’t be able to run this festival without the hard work of the Dayton Valley Days committee" said Mitrotz. The committee is made up of festival vendors, Chamber members, and local citizens who work for months to prepare for this autumn event.

For more information about Dayton Valley Days or the Chamber, contact Richard at (775) 246-7909 or director@daytonnvchamber.com.

Bear injured in Davis Fire moved to Animal Ark for rehabilitation

Jeff Munson — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 13:12:30 +0000

Nevada Department of Wildlife

A bear that was severely burned during the Davis Fire has been moved by the Nevada Department of Wildlife to the Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary and Nature Center for continued care.

The male bear was found on Wednesday after Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue crews responded to a report of an injured bear off of Granite Road in Washoe Valley. NDOW was immediately called to assist with the bear, where it was determined that G51 had third-degree burns on his paws and burns on his face and rump as well. The Department refers to this bear as G51 as that is how he is documented in NDOW’s data system.

After caring for the bear since Wednesday, Animal Ark, graciously agreed to rehabilitate G51. NDOW wildlife veterinarian, Dr. Nate LaHue and Dr. Leslie Spears, wildlife veterinarian for the Animal Ark spent the day helping to attend to the bear.

In efforts to keep G51 wild, he will receive as little human contact as possible during treatment and rehabilitation.

“G51 has very serious burns on his paws, and he has a long road to recovery,” said Dr. LeHue. “However, he is a wild bear, and we hope to send him back to the wild.,”

According to Animal Ark’s vet, Dr. Spears, “He will receive a lot of love and attention here. Animal Ark is fabulous. I will follow-up with retreatment visits”.

“We’re grateful for our partners at Animal Ark,” said Nevada Department of Wildlife Director Alan Jenne. “While NDOW manages over 900 species of wildlife in Nevada, we’re simply not set up to handle this type of long-term rehabilitation. It’s reassuring to know this bear will receive the best care available.”

The Department and Animal Ark will continue to give updates of G51 as they become available.

Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary and Nature Center is located 28 miles north of Reno and is a safe haven for injured, abandoned and otherwise non-releasable wild animals who act as ambassadors for their species.

The Davis Fire started at Davis Creek Regional Park in Washoe Valley south of Reno and north of Carson City on Sept. 7 and has burned nearly 6,000 acres.

Capital City Arts Initiative’s Graphics Extraordinaire 2024 exhibit features works by WNC students

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 12:59:24 +0000

by Sharon Rosse

Creativity and talent abound in the Capital City Arts Initiative’s "Graphics Extraordinaire 2024" exhibition that presents graphic design work by seven Western Nevada College students.

The free exhibit is open to the public now through December 5, 2024 in the Community Development Building (the Brick), 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. The Brick is open to the public, Monday through Friday, 8am - noon, 1-4pm. The exhibition video tour will be online soon at ccainv.org.

Graphics Extraordinaire 2024 shows posters by graphics students from WNC’s Carson City campus. Participating students include Will Acuavera, Analisa Bates, Kaitlyn Insell, Kennadee Irving, Amy Rivinius, MJ Vinson, and Madeline Wilson.

Their professor, Jayna Conkey, said, “It’s rewarding to be a teacher when the students respond with mature and exciting work. The students’ creativity was exceptional and each hit a high mark.”

Conkey described her assignments: “The Caslon and Bodoni posters are from a typography assignment given in an intermediate graphic design class (GRC 210 – Type 1). The purpose of this project was to expand creative typography and design approaches while showcasing the history of a typeface. Every font (typeface) on any given computer was designed by someone – probably hundreds of years ago. For this assignment, students were required to choose a typeface then research its history. Next, they created a poster that had to include a biography and image of the type designer as well as a dynamic display of the typeface’s elements (uppercase, lowercase, numerals, glyphs and punctuation).

“The Massimo Vignelli posters were assigned in an advanced graphic design class (GRC 220 – Graphic Design 1). As a tribute to some of the most noted designers in the graphic design field, the students were asked to create a poster showcasing a famous graphic designer. They were required to research designers and, after choosing one, create a poster reflecting the designer’s style – without simply copying their work. While researching, they had to ask themselves what characteristics made that designer’s work so unique – what was their ‘claim to fame?’ An understanding of these ideas helped them create visually interesting designs, echoing the work of Vignelli.”

The infographic designs on Color Theory, The Origins of the Coffee Bean and the Chicken Coop Checklist were designed and drawn by students using Illustration software. Students were required to create and then draw their own graphics (they were not allowed to use clip art).

Sharon Rosse, CCAI Executive Director, said “The Initiative is delighted to present this excellent work — these were demanding assignments. Jayna Conkey’s lessons challenged the students and they definitely rose to the occasion.”

This show is another in CCAI’s ongoing series of student exhibitions in the Brick.

The Capital City Arts Initiative is an artist-centered nonprofit organization committed to community engagement in contemporary visual arts through exhibitions, arts education programs, illustrated talks, artist residencies, and online activities.

The Initiative is funded by the John and Grace Nauman Foundation, Nevada Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities, Nevada Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, Kaplan Family Charitable Fund, Southwest Gas Corporation Foundation, Steele & Associates LLC, and CCAI sponsors and members.

For additional information, please visit CCAI’s website at www.ccainv.org.