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Historic tours of Nevada State Prison in Carson City offered in August, signups underway

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 19:46:05 +0000

Nevada State Prison Preservation Society

August tours at the Nevada State Prison in Carson City are filling up for the summer, and tours are opening soon for the fall.

The Nevada State Prison has an extensive history within Carson City, beginning as the site of the first meetings of the Territorial Legislature, and quickly becoming the Territorial Prison in 1862. With statehood in 1864, it became the Nevada State Prison, and was the only state prison in Nevada until the late 1950s. Until its closing in 2012, Nevada State Prison was one of the oldest prisons still operating in the entire country.

Tours are 90 minutes in duration and include a tour of the death chamber. Tickets are $20 per person. The last tours for 2024 will be in October.

See the link here to purchase tickets.

Urban Renewal Project headlines Saturday's Carson City summer outdoor concert series

Jeff Munson — Sat, 29 Jun 2024 16:26:15 +0000

Event Date:

June 29, 2024 - 7:00pm

The Levitt AMP Carson City outdoor concert series continues Saturday with Urban Renewal Project, a 16-piece collective that combines elements of jazz, hiphop and vintage soul that will bring genre-bending music to the Connections Central stage at the Brewery Arts Center.

Their explosive live performances have captivated audiences from SXSW to the Java Jazz Festival. Building off the success of recent singles “Will to Survive” featuring Vic Mensa & “Don’t Ask Y” featuring Camp Lo the group is putting the finishing touches on its fourth album, set for release later this year.

Check out the band in the video below.

Opening act Lily Baran will kick things off at 7 p.m. with Urban Renewal Project taking the stage at 8 p.m. For additional fun the BAC campus will have a kids area, family games, 4 food trucks, and 2 bars. Lawn chairs are welcome but folding chairs will be available for those that prefer to travel light. Well behaved pets on leashes are welcome too! This week's artist sponsor is The Fire Circle.

The Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series is supported in part by the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation. In 2024, the national Levitt network of music venues and concert sites is presenting 650-plus free concerts in 45 towns and cities, with audiences over 750,000. In addition to supporting free concerts, the Levitt Foundation is dedicated to advancing equitable music ecosystems through research and partnerships.

Other major sponsors include Connections Central (Presenting sponsor), Kilpatrick Bullentini Law (Lawn Sponsor), Visit Carson City (Destination Sponsor), PBS Reno (Stage Sponsor), Hampton Inn & Suites (Hotel Sponsor) and Mangia Tuto (Greenroom Sponsor).

Brewery Arts Center is housed by two historic buildings and encompasses two city blocks on the historic West Side of Nevada’s Capital, Carson City. Each space on the campus delivers multi-generational and multi-cultural art experiences and opportunities for personal and community growth through entertainment, education, and enrichment.

Go here for the full Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series lineup. For more information on the Motimer and Mimi Levitt Foundation. Go here and here for more information on headlining act Urban Renewal Project.

The Connections Central stage is at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W King St, Carson City.

Chrome classics shine today in Carson City at inaugural Nevada State Museum Car Show

Jeff Munson — Sat, 29 Jun 2024 14:39:39 +0000

Event Date:

June 29, 2024 - 9:00am

Classic car shows highlight summers for chrome buffs throughout northern Nevada. A new show has been added to the mix, arriving Saturday, June 29 at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City.

Complete with showings, live music, food trucks, auto-related vendors and, of course, hot cars, the Nevada State Museum Car Show will be one for the ages, museum organizers said. The show runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the museum parking lots off Curry Street.

In partnership with Visit Carson City and Silver State Industries, the Nevada State Museum introduces what organizers say will be an exciting new show as a fundraiser benefit for the restoration of its classic 1967 Chevrolet C-10 Stepside Pickup.

Cost to reserve a space for your showpiece starts at $25. At the time of this writing, eight spots remain and are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Email c.weislow@nevadaculture.org for registration. Complementary vendor space awarded with a raffle prize donation.

The Nevada State Museum is located at 600 N. Carson Street. Its parking lots are located one block west on N. Curry Street. The car show is free to attend for visitors. Admission into the Museum is $10 for adults, while members and individuals 17 and under are free.

Meanwhile, Carson City area car buffs are getting ready for Karson Kruzer's 37th Year Run What Cha Brung. Registration is Friday, July 19 at Gold Dust West Casino, east parking lot, 5-7 p.m.

On Saturday, July 20, the show will be at Mills Park, enter from Saliman Road. Registration begins at 8-9:30 a.m. Raffles and silent auction. Cost $40. The show is open to all vehicles and years. Awards around 3:30 p.m. The grass area is for the paid participants.

Karson Kruzers is a non-profit organization, open to all vehicles and years. Information: 775-883-0927. The event is free to the public.

Capitol City Gun Club hosts Independence Day Fun Shoot

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 14:30:48 +0000

By Jay Smith

On Saturday, July 6, 2024, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City, NV will host an Independence Day Fun Shoot. All facilities at the Club will be open to members and the public with discounted target fees all day. The Club is a shotgun only facility, offering Trap, Skeet, Five Stand, and Sporting Clays and is located at 3590 Arrowhead Drive. For more information call (775) 882-9904.

Fishing report: Sierra lakes and flowing rivers bring catch opportunities across region

Jeff Munson — Sat, 29 Jun 2024 14:07:21 +0000

By Doug Busey

Hello fellow anglers. Yes, I have been missing for a few weeks. Renee and I just returned from a trip up to Oregon. Now boy did we have perfect timing, as we arrived the salmon bite shut down on the Rogue River.

We ventured 6 to 8 miles out into the ocean out of Gold Beach, Oregon for ling and black cod, and were very successful with the average ling in the 15 to 25 pound class.

A little note of interest, As we all know, salmon fillets have a dark red rich color. We were catching mostly green lingcod. Which when filleted, have a lime green color, and are as delicious as halibut in my book. We tried to get out for halibut. But Mother Nature decided to bring in some 15 to 25 knot winds.

So we headed home, just in time for the 4th of July big weekend celebration. It took a little getting used to the weather change. Grants Pass and the coast temps averaged in the 50s to 70s, we come back to the mid to high 90s. That my fellow anglers is a typical Nevada summer day though.

As we get to the holiday weekend a reminder that campfires and charcoal barbecues are prohibited in most areas of our forested areas, except in a designated campground. When you extinguish a campfire, use water and not dirt. Dirt will not extinguish the coals fully, and can reignite 24 to 72 hours later.

Let us all be fire wise this season. Before your fishing report, a reminder that July 6th is one of the California free fishing days this year. You must abide by all rules and regulations for the body of water to fish. But a license is not required.

Here is this week's report:

CAPLES LAKE: The water level is still up and the fishing has been good for shore and boaters. The CDFW planted the lake recently with catchable rainbow trout. Ania Nawara from Caples Lake caught a nice rainbow from the shore using a white Rooster Tail spinner.

Another angler caught a nice 14.5 pound mackinaw while trolling. The EID day use area and launch is open at 6 a.m. each morning. The Caple Lake Resort is open for boat launching as well, I would advise calling for available times. They also have fishing boat and kayak rentals available. For more information, stop by the Caples Lake Resort.

WOODS LAKE: The lake is now open and was recently planted with catchable rainbow trout from CDFW. They have primitive camping available and a day use area. With plenty of hiking trails up to Winnemucca , Round top and Frog Lake. The CDFW recently planted Frog Lake and Woods Lake.

RED LAKE: The lake level is up and the fishing has been slow. There is no camping allowed by the dam area. But if you don't mind a million mosquitoes and very primitive camping, you can camp on the west side of the lake.

BLUE LAKES: The road is open only to the lower lake as of this week. The lake level is up and the fishing has been fair for shore anglers using salmon eggs or inflated crawlers. Some anglers have launched their small boats by the dam and have done fair with trolling blades and a night crawler, or a gold Kastmaster. The evening bite has been good for fly anglers. My favorite flies have been a yellow humpy or a black gnat.

BURNSIDE LAKE: The road is open and has primitive camping available. I have not been up to the lake yet and have not received any reports. No campfires allowed.

INDIAN CREEK RESERVOIR: The campground is closed for the season still due to the Tamarack fire. The fishing has been fair to good. But the lake also has been rated at a cautio level for blue green algae. Advisory Recommendations: Stay away from algae and scum in the water. Do NOT let pets go in the water, drink the water, or eat scum on the shore. Keep Children away from algae.

WEST FORK CARSON RIVER, ALPINE COUNTY: The river is running low at 315 to 350 CFM. The CDFW recently planted the river with catchable rainbow trout. The Alpine F&G will be planting the river next week with larger rainbows. Fishing has been good for anglers using half a crawler or a salmon egg and a split shot. Special note. The tributary that comes into the west fork by Picketts Jct called Willow Creek, is open to catch and release only with artificial lures or flys only.

EAST FORK CARSON RIVER, ALPINE COUNTY: The river is running great at 315 to 370 CFM. The CDFW planted the river this week with catchable trout, and the Alpine County F&G has planted the river the last two weeks and is scheduled to plant next week with larger rainbow trout. Fishing has been off the hook you might say. The Carson River Resort will start its 5th annual fishing derby on July 4th and run until 6pm on the 6th.

The largest fish weighed in will win a free night stay at the resort. Second and third place prizes will also be awarded at that time. Any fish weighed in can be kept or donated to the Tahoe Wildlife Care to feed their resident Bald Eagle. Each night between 5 and 8 PM will be live entertainment by local bands.

On July 5-6 there will be an all American barbecue starting at 1 p.m. and going all day for a cost of $12 per person. What more could you ask for? A river full of fish, a barbecue and live entertainment, plus a chance to win a free night in one of their cabins. For more information, or to get your picture taken with your catch, stop by the Carson River Resort.

MARKLEEVILLE CREEK: The river is running perfectly and clear. Fishing has been very good. Deanna Ness from Minden caught a couple 3 pound rainbows last week using salmon peach Powerbait. The Alpine County F&G is scheduled to plant next week with 2 to 5 pound rainbow trout.

SILVER CREEK: The water is low but very fishable. I would take a short walk down steam to a few deeper holes. Salmon eggs or power eggs have been productive. The Alpine County F&G is scheduled to plant the river next week.

LOOPE CANYON ROAD, TAMARACK LAKE, UPPER AND LOWER SUNSET LAKES: The road is open.

HIGHLAND LAKES: The road is open to both lakes. The lake is located off of highway 88 just over Ebbetts Pass. They have primitive camping available. The road in from 88 is about a 7 mile dirt road, but is accessible to all vehicles. The first lake has good brook trout and the second lake has small brookies. Salmon eggs or flys is my only recommendation. And don't forget your camera. The views are spectacular from ground level. If you decide to take a day hike. The entrance to the Mokelumne wilderness starts right there.

Good luck on your next fishing adventure. Please leave the fireworks at home! We do not need a wildfire, and you do not need a $5000 fine for having them. If you get a picture of your catch. Send it to editor@carsonnow.org. I hope to see you on the waters soon. Good fishin' and tight lines.

Carson City deputies arrests two for possessing more than 11 pounds of fentanyl

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 29 Jun 2024 02:33:55 +0000

Carson City Sheriff’s Office press release

On Friday, June 28, the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team conducted a traffic stop that yielded more than 11 pounds of fentanyl.

At approximately 11:30 a.m., Carson City Sheriff's Office SET detectives conducted a traffic stop on a Kia sedan bearing California plates on Fairview Drive near I-580 for a traffic violation.

The driver, Brandy Martinez, appeared very nervous and was visibly shaking while detectives spoke with her. The passenger, Emily Rochin, answered simple questions inconsistent with the driver and showed deceptive behavior. Both Emily and Brandy admitted that there were narcotics inside the vehicle.

K9 Cash was used during the traffic stop and he provided a positive alert to the car indicating the presence of narcotics.

A search was conducted on the vehicle and CCSO detectives located 11.7 pounds of fentanyl. The narcotics consisted of a combination of fentanyl pills along with powder fentanyl. The fentanyl was packaged in such a way that was consistent with someone trying to smuggle drugs on their body.

The suspects were both booked into Carson City Jail for the following charges:

Possession of a controlled substance (fentanyl)
Trafficking a controlled substance 400 + grams (fentanyl)
Conspiracy to violate the controlled substance act.

Ace Hardware coming to Topsy Lane in Carson City

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 23:19:22 +0000

by Kelsey Penrose

Ace Hardware is coming to Topsy Lane according to signage posted. The popular hardware store chain, which has locations in both Douglas County as well as Reno, will be taking over the vacant Pier One.

Pier One shuttered all of its locations in 2020 and, aside from hosting the Spirit Store during Halloween, the location has remained empty.

Ace Hardware is a nationwide brand first formed in 1924. The company was named after the ace fighter pilots of World War I, who were able to overcome all odds.

It is not known when the new Ace Hardware will open. We will update with more information when it becomes available.

Carson City Supervisors to discuss airport plans, sheriff office technology and more Thursday

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 22:01:12 +0000

Event Date:

July 3, 2024 - 8:30am

by Kelsey Penrose

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Wednesday, July 3 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center located at 851 E. William St.

— Supervisors will discuss appointing Melanie Bruketta to fill the vacant position of Carson City Justice of the Peace beginning August 4 and ending Jan. 5, 2025 at which point she will be sworn in to the position following her win during the primary elections. Bruketta will serve the remainder of Judge Kirsten Luis’s term after she was appointed by the governor to the First Judicial District Court.

— The Airport Capital Improvement Plan will be discussed along with the submission of two related applications to the FAA for 2024 grants for $500,000 with a necessary city match of $33,333 to fund a runway extension plan study and 25 percent design, along with a related environmental assessment project.

— Supervisors will hear a presentation on the potential to replace the Sheriff’s Office’s computer aided dispatch system, records management system, and jail management system. The city is currently in the request for proposals process seeding a new vendor for the systems, and CCSO will provide an update on the project.

— The Sheriff’s Office will provide their biannual report regarding prisoner deaths within the jail.

— An interlocal Forensic Support Services Agreement will be discussed between the city and Washoe County for a fee not to exceed $179,730 effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Forensic Science Division will perform forensic services not including toxicology services.

— The Sheriff’s Office public safety software will be discussed which carries a yearly payment of $263,001.48.

For these and other agenda items, you can read the full agenda at https://www.carson.org/agendas

Miss Nevada and Miss Nevada Teen crowned on 75th Diamond Anniversary

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 20:04:24 +0000

Press Release

The Miss Nevada Scholarship Organization is excited to announce the 75th Diamond Anniversary Title Holders, crowned on Friday, June 21 at Bally’s Lake Tahoe, in Stateline, Nevada.

Miss Nevada, 21-year-old Karrina Ferris, crowned the 75th Anniversary Miss Nevada on June 21 at Bally’s Lake Tahoe was born and raised in Carson City, Nevada and is recent graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno, holding a Bachelors of Arts in History with a minor in Political Science.

Karrina is currently applying to and receiving offers from numerous Law Schools where she will work to earn her Juris Doctorate with the ultimate goal of become a Nevada State Legislature and eventually Nevada State Senator.

Karrina is looking forward to a year of service promoting her Community Service Initiative, “Inform to Reform: Educating America’s Future.” Ferris has already won $18,000 in scholarships throughout her participation in the Miss America Opportunity. She will go on to compete at the Miss America Competition in January of 2025.

“Since I was six years old, the Miss America Opportunity has served as a force for good in my life.” said Miss Nevada, Karrina Ferris. “It has instilled in me a love for community service, taught me the importance of perseverance, and has given me leadership skills that serve me every single day in both my personal and professional life. I’m honored to serve as a representative for this program, and to share it with other young women across my state.”

Miss Nevada’s Teen, 16-year-old Ava Iltchev, crowned the 19th Miss Nevada’s Teen on June 21 at Bally’s Lake Tahoe, born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, is an incoming senior at Laurel Springs School, and has ambitions of attending the University of San Diego to pursue her dreams of becoming an occupational therapist.

Ava is passionate about assisting and ending in the fight against teen homelessness and through her organization “The Scholars Haven” she works to address just that. Ava will compete at the Miss America’s Teen Competition in January of 2025 where she will add even more scholarship money to her already $4,500 in scholarships earned after only her first year as a participant in the organization.

“Being involved in the Miss America Opportunity has always been a dream of mine.” said Ava Iltchev, the newly crowned Miss Nevada’s Teen. “Growing up watching women who were as intelligent and successful as they were beautiful pushed me to join. With the hard work and dedication, I have put in this past year I was able to receive invaluable life lessons, such as communication skills, building a personal brand and a serving mindset. I am so ecstatic to embark on this new journey as Miss Nevadas Teen.”

Follow their year on Instagram and Facebook @MissAmericaNV and @MissAmericasTeenNV or at https//www.MissNevada.org.

About the Miss Nevada Organization: The Miss Nevada & Miss Nevada’s Teen Scholarship Organization, a 501(c)3, is a State Preliminary to the prestigious Miss America & Miss America’s Teen Competitions. The Miss Nevada Organization empowers young women through providing scholarships to aid in their educational goals all while providing a platform for them to speak about their passions through service. The Miss America Opportunity who recently celebrated their 100th Anniversary of providing scholarships for young women awards more than five million dollars in cash scholarships through national, state and local programs every year.

For more information visit https://MissNevada.org

Lyon County Sheriff discusses proposed Mound House speed reduction in Message of the Week

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 19:50:10 +0000

Lyon County Sheriff Brad Pope

Last week at the Board of County Commissioners meeting the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) presented on the speed reduction project in the Mound House area of Lyon County. NDOT will reduce the speed limit to 35 MPH (Please see attached photographs of that presentation)

NDOT will also give this presentation Tuesday, July 2nd at the Mound House Advisory Board meeting, beginning at 7:00 PM. The meeting is held at the fire station on Red Rock, in Mound House.

On 06/26/2024, the Chief Deputy and I, attended a traffic safety meeting in Carson City, where this was also discussed.

NDOT’s actions are based on the concerns, and the wants of the Mound House community. Community members have expressed the speeds of vehicles traveling through their community are excessive and put pedestrians and motorists at risk.

If you want your voice heard, the Mound House Advisory Board meeting is the place to voice your concerns.

NDOT has provided data that shows pedestrian traffic, on Highway 50 and “near misses” of vehicles trying to enter the highway from residential and commercial areas. (See attached photos)

NDOT has also calculated by decreasing the speed limit to 35 MPH, it will increase the travel time through the Mound House area by 46 seconds.

NDOT engineers have ensured the Community, and the Sheriff’s Office that this is only the first step being taken to reduce the risk to pedestrians and residents of the area. Other changes in the works have to clear the bureaucracy that come with complying with Federal and State laws.

The speed limit change is lawful, and the decision ethical, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office will support NDOT’s actions by enforcing the new speed limit once it is in effect.

The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office has taken action across highway 50 increasing the amount of traffic stops by over 100% and our presence on the highway has been greatly increased.

The Nevada State Police have also ensured NDOT that they will increase their presence in the Mound House area to enforce the speed limit change.

I have spoken to many members of the communities of Mound House and Dayton, the solution offered is not a popular one, however as a community we all need to take self-accountability and follow the traffic laws, whether popular or not.

Please take the time to read over the NDOT presentation attached.

Respectfully,
Sheriff Brad Pope

UnBEElievably Fun: Annual Costumed Pollinator Parade happening Saturday in Carson City

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 18:38:22 +0000

By Kelly Clark, Bee City #76

Carson's Bee City’s annual Pollinator Parade is Saturday June 29 beginning at 10 a.m. starting at the Visit Carson City Visitor Center, 716 N. Carson St.

Join in for a costumed 1.5 mile walk for adults and children celebrating our local pollinators and Carson City’s as a BeeCity USA town.

Wear your most fun pollinator costume: birds, bees, bugs and humming birds welcome! Bring water.

Parade will proceed south to McFadden Plaza, returns along Legislative Mall. Strollers and wagons welcome, no pets please.

Bee City USA #76 information available online at https://www.carson.org/beecityusa/

National Forest Fire Restrictions begin Monday

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 16:56:50 +0000

US Forest Service

Inyo National Forest will be in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions starting Monday, July 1 to protect natural resources and provide for public safety.

Dispersed campfires on the ground will no longer be permitted. However, campfires in designated developed recreation sites and portable stoves still be allowed with a California Campfire Permit.

The following acts are prohibited within Inyo National Forest:

1. Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire except in Forest Service-provided campfire ring or in a standing grill within a Developed Recreation Site listed in Exhibit A.

2. Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, within the Developed Recreation Sites listed in Exhibit A, or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material.

3. Welding, or operating an acetylene or other torch with an open flame.

Persons with a California Campfire Permit are not exempt from the prohibitions above, however they may use a portable campfire ring/pit, stove, or lantern outside of a Developed Recreation Site, at least five feet from any flammable materials, provided that the portable campfire ring/pit, stove, or lantern only burns gas, kerosene, jellied petroleum, or pressurized liquid fuel, and has a shut-off valve.

Violation of these prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, or imprisonment for not more than six months, or both.

For the official forest order including exhibits, visit the Forest Orders webpage on Inyo National Forest website under Alerts and Notices: https://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/Inyo/ForestOrders

Carson City Sheriff’s Office offers tips on how to avoid business scams

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 15:05:59 +0000

CCSO Press Release

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office has received multiple reports and cases from citizens scammed during fraudulent business transactions.

The Sheriff’s Office would like to remind the public of ways to protect yourself from fraudulent business transactions and scams:

• Use your network of friends, family, and online review platforms to vet contractors and other persons performing service on your home, business, vehicle, or other property
• Utilize only bonded, licensed, and insured contractors and service providers. Check the credentials of door-to-door salespersons
• Avoid contractors who request payment in full before the completion of any services. Reputable service providers typically require down payments equal to 1/3 of the total cost of the service
• Get detailed and written contracts or quotes before rendering any payment or scheduling any services
• Contact the Better Business Bureau or the Carson City Chamber of Commerce to inquire about businesses operating in our area

Most victims are scammed during their first encounter with a fraudster who uses high-pressure sales tactics or offers goods or services that are “too good to be true.” Most scam victims reported “having a feeling” they were being scammed before rendering payment. Once payment is rendered for a poorly performed or incomplete service, it typically must be resolved through civil litigation.

If you have a feeling something is wrong with the transaction – stop. Trust your instincts and contact the Sheriff’s Office if you suspect you are the victim of a scam.

If you are a member of a community group that would like to have the Sheriff’s Office conduct a presentation on fraud prevention, please contact Sergeant Brett Bindley at the information provided below.

Silver Springs shooting suspect identified; whereabouts unknown, considered armed and dangerous

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 01:38:21 +0000

Lyon County Sheriff’s Office

The suspect in the shooting of two Silver Springs, NV residents on June 26, 2024 has been positively identified as 53 year old Silver Springs resident Stephen Thomas Shytle. At this time, Shytle’s whereabouts are unknown.

Shytle is believed to be driving a white, 2001 Dodge Ram extended cab truck, bearing Nevada license plate 119Y67.

The truck also has a lumber rack attached to the bed. Shytle should be considered armed and dangerous and the public is urged not to attempt contact with him. If Shytle or his vehicle are located, please contact law enforcement immediately.

See our previous reporting here for more information.

Anyone who has information regarding the whereabouts of Stephen Thomas Shytle is urged to contact the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division by email at detective@lyon-county.org or by phone at 775-463-6600, reference Case Number 24LY02608.

Celebrate the Fourth of July with the Virginia Truckee Railroad

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 22:41:01 +0000

Event Date:

July 4, 2024 (All day)

Candy Duncan

Load up your car with family and friends and treat them to a day of fun and nostalgia at one of the best Independence Day parties in Northern Nevada.

Start with a ride on the historic V&T railway. Our open-air cars offer breathtaking views of the high desert landscape as you traverse the original 1800s Comstock route.

Check out the remnants of gold mines, the 400 ft original Tunnel #4 and keep your eyes peeled for wild mustangs. Your train ride is an immersive 35-minute experience narrated by our knowledgeable conductors.

As a special treat, all riders on the 4th of July will receive a small American Flag so you can show off your patriotism.

And there is plenty more to do in Virginia City to celebrate this great holiday.

At noon, watch the Fourth of July Parade, go shopping in the afternoon and enjoy a free concert at 6pm with David John and the Comstock Cowboys. All capped off with Virginia City’s Fireworks Spectacular at dusk.

Trains run seven times during the day starting at 10:30 am. Plus, we've added two additional trains at 5 and 6pm. Buy your tickets in advance online at https://www.virginiatruckeerailroad.com or same day at the depot.

Adults ride the diesel train for just $17, children ages 5-12 for $8, and those aged four and under join us for free. Your journey begins at the original V&T 1870 passenger depot at 166 F Street in Virginia City, Nevada.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Rascal

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 21:26:19 +0000

Nevada Humane Society

Our Pet of the Week is Rascal! A charming and fun-loving 9-year-old pup who defies his name “Rascal" with his gentle demeanor and playful spirit.

Despite being a senior, Rascal exudes boundless energy and delights in running, walking, and engaging in spirited play sessions in the expansive play yard at our Carson City Campus. His enthusiasm for life is contagious, and he eagerly awaits a loving home where he can share his zest for adventure and affection with a caring family.

Here is what Rascal has to say: “ Hi, I'm Rascal, the senior pup with a heart of gold! Sure, I love my runs and playtime in the yard. But, I'll let you in on a secret: I appreciate a good nap too (who doesn't?). They say I'm an "experienced gentleman," which I guess means I've mastered the art of balancing play and relaxation. I'm friendly, social, and confident—no wonder I'm a favorite among the staff and volunteers here. Come on over and meet me!”

Rascal’s adoption fee is waived! You can meet her at the Carson City Nevada Humane Society at 549 Airport Road, Carson City, NV 89701, or by calling (775) 887-2171 to learn more. We are open every day from 11:00 am-6:30 pm.

Fire reported in Brunswick Canyon

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 19:19:01 +0000

UPDATE: Chief Slamon has confirmed the fire is out. BLM is handling the mop up and investigation.

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Just before noon a fire was reported on BLM land in Brunswick Canyon.

According to Fire Chief Sean Slamon, it is a vegetation fire in a remote part of Brunswick Canyon.

BLM is on scene, they have requested one engine and two chief officers to assist. No structures and no evacuations are in place at this time.

Updates to follow.

Kids & Horses Hosts 'Friendship Day' August 25th at P & K Ranch in Gardnerville

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 18:38:56 +0000

Kids & Horses

Kids & Horses is excited to welcome back a valley event for car enthusiasts and appreciators called Friendship Day. Friendship Day was a valley event that happened for years within the local car community. Unfortunately, when the original host moved, the group was left without a place to hold the gathering.

When discussing new fundraising/community connection ideas during a board meeting earlier this spring, a member suggested a car show and offered up their location, P & K Ranch, where Carson Valley Youth Day is held. Thankfully, we were connected with Al & Vicki Jewell of the local Inliners International-Northern NV Chapter, and Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA)-Carson-Tahoe Chapter. Al & Vicki generously jumped on board to help with facilitating the organization of the event, which we are so thankful for! We hope to bring back the start of something great within our community.

There will be no judging or prizes for cars, this is just a fun social gathering for car enthusiasts and appreciators to gather and talk shop, while also supporting a great cause. We will have food, music and a 50/50 raffle.

All proceeds from this event go towards supporting Kids & Horses Therapeutic Riding Center, a local nonprofit providing equine assisted services to children and adults with disabilities.

Registration Fee: $20.00 - Includes 1 free meal ticket per registration (hot dog, chips, soda). Additional meal tickets available for purchase at event for $5 each.

Register early-limited space! Clubs need to come together as a group in order to park together; NO SAVING SPACES. Please bring a canopy or pop up for shade at your vehicle.

Check-In time for participants: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Open to Public: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
50/50 Raffle at 2:00pm.

Non-Participants: Parking is $10 per car for public entrance. 1 free meal ticket included with public entry, additional meal tickets for purchase at event. $5 per ticket (hotdog, chips and soda combo).

Please visit https://givebutter.com/friendshipday for more information.

You can also visit us at https://kidsandhorses.org/friendship-day/.

You can pay online or mail in your registration with a check. All of the details and information to register are located online using the links above. You can also contact the Special Projects Coordinator at amandakidsandhorses@gmail.com with any additional questions.

Kids & Horses was founded in 1999 by local businessman Sam Waldman and his wife Lorri to enhance the physical and mental well-being of children and adults diagnosed with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other physical and intellectual disabilities. When Mr. Waldman passed away, Lorri along with a devoted board of directors, staff, volunteers and the families resolved to carry on.

25 years later, we have grown to provide a variety of programs for the community, for people of all ages. From: physical, occupational and speech therapy; to summer camps, Washoe tribal programs, local juveniles programs, Comprehensive Learning Skill classes, upcoming foster youth programs, and workshops for individuals with memory loss and their care partners; Kids & Horses continues to change lives with the healing power of equine assisted services.

We offer all of our services at low to no cost for participants, and rely on grants and donations to keep our facility operating. 100% of the proceeds raised from Friendship Day goes directly into our programs and care of our facility. Learn more about us at kidsandhorses.org.

Thank you for your support!

Lyon County: Two shot in Silver Springs, suspect still at large

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 14:38:15 +0000

Lyon County Sheriff’s Office

At approximately 5:30 PM on June 26, 2024 the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, Central Command Patrol Squad responded to the Lahontan State Park Ranger Station at Lake Lahontan for a report of an adult male subject who had been shot multiple times. Upon arrival, deputies learned that the shooting took place at a residence in the 3900 block of Birch Street in Silver Springs.

Deputies responded to the residence where they located a second adult male subject suffering from gunshot wounds. Both male subjects were transported via Careflight for further treatment and their condition is not known at this time.

Based on initial information, it was believed the suspect had possible barricaded himself inside a structure on the Birch Street property. A perimeter was established and the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team was mobilized. Detectives with the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, Major Crimes Unit sought and were granted a search warrant for the property.

The SWAT team conducted a search of the entire property and did not locate the suspect.

The suspect has not yet been positively identified and Detectives continue to process the crime scene.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone who has information regarding the above investigation may contact the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division by email at detective@lyon-county.org or by phone at 775-463-6600, reference Case Number 24LY02608.

Carson City Community Development to hold block grant applicant presentations

Jeff Munson — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:48:08 +0000

Event Date:

July 2, 2024 - 8:30am

Rebecca Phipps, Grants Administrator

Carson City will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 2 to hear presentations from applicants for the Fiscal Year 2025, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, Community Development Block Grant.

The hearing will be held at the Robert “Bob” Crowell Board Room of the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St. The July 2 hearing begins at 8:30 a.m.

The Application Review Workgroup will also ask the applicants questions. Carson City citizens are invited to attend and provide input during public comment.

Carson City is a CDBG Entitlement grantee and receives funding directly from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The City has received $353,923 to allocate for FY 2025 grants, $58,987 of which may be awarded to public service projects.

Eligible activities include public facility and public improvement projects, public service programs, planning studies, economic development business assistance and microenterprise activities. Eligible activities must meet at least one of the following three national objectives:

— 1. Benefit 51% or more of low to moderate-income persons.
— 2. Aid in the prevention or elimination of slum or blight.
— 3. Address a recent, urgent community development need.

Carson City has identified five additional objectives for CDBG eligibility. Eligible applicants must meet at least one of the following five Carson City objectives:

— Construct ADA, compliant sidewalks.
— Improve access to public facilities.
— Provide supportive services to low- to moderate-income households.
— Reduce blight in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods and/or code enforcement.
— Provide mental health and/or substance abuse services.

Carson City has received applications from ten applicants. Each applicant will present a 5-minute presentation to the ARWG and answer questions from the ARWG. Public comment will be accepted.

Written comments may be directed to Carson City, Department of Finance, Att: Rebecca Phipps, Grants Administrator, 201 N. Carson Street, Suite 3, Carson City, NV 89701, or by email rphipps@carson.org. In addition, information is available for review at the address referenced above between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Carson City promotes fair housing and makes all its programs available to low, and moderate-income families regardless of age, race, color, relation, sex, national origin, sexual preference, marital status or handicap.

Note: This hearing is open to the public but is not subject to the Nevada Open Meeting Law because the hearing does not constitute a “meeting” of a “public body” as those terms are defined in NRS 241.015.

The agenda can be found by scrolling to the second photo in the photo box.