April 29
Carson City man arrested after stealing roommate's money to pay him rent, then gambling the money and losing it
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 06/17/2020 - 10:46amA 33-year-old Carson City man was arrested for obtaining money under false pretenses after allegedly stealing his roommate's bank card in order to pay him rent, then gambling with the money and losing it.
Carson City man jailed for felony domestic battery, allegedly strikes victim in head with flashlight
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/03/2020 - 10:40amA 46-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of felony domestic battery with substantial bodily harm, a sheriff's deputy report states.
Suspect in chase from Carson City to Douglas displayed fake badge, posed as FBI agent
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/06/2020 - 2:18pmOn Friday, May 1, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office was advised that the Carson City Sheriff’s Office was pursuing a stolen vehicle south bound on Highway 395 entering Douglas County.
Carson City sheriff's investigators seek identity of pair suspected of stealing merchandise
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/04/2020 - 11:56amCarson City Sheriff's Office investigators are asking for the public's help in identifying two people suspected of stealing merchandise from a store in the 1400 block of South Carson Street.
Carson City, Quad County COVID-19 Wednesday briefing: No new cases, 7 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/29/2020 - 6:04pmQuad-County Emergency Operations Center in Carson City is reporting Wednesday, April 29, 2020 that there are no new positive cases and 7 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. The total number of cases remains at 90, with 41 recoveries and one death, 48 cases remain active.
South Carson Street, Carson City road report for week of April 27 through May 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/26/2020 - 12:40pmHere is the South Carson Street project and Carson City area road report for the week of April 27 to May 3, 2020. For updates on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, visit CarsonProud.com.
Douglas County Board of County Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting to Discuss Recovery and Economic Impacts to Business
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/24/2020 - 10:24amMinden, NV -Douglas County Board of County Commissioners will be conducting a Special meeting on April 29, 2020 regarding recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and economic impacts to local business in Douglas County.
The county is actively seeking public comment from residents in regards to economic impacts on local business in Douglas County.
Extension offers online education and resources for Nevada communities
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/08/2020 - 10:32amEven with the stay-at-home order in place, businesses, families and youth can engage in a number of educational activities online to enhance their daily lives and help themselves, and others, through these challenging days. Amid the COVID-19 outbreak, University of Nevada, Reno Extension faculty, staff and volunteers have been hard at work to bring educational workshops, programs and resources useful during this time, into Nevadans’ homes.
Carson City TRIAD presents Scams Targeting Older Adults
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 10:35amCARSON CITY, Nev. – Carson City Nevada Triad presents Scams Targeting Older Adults a presentation designed to educate you on the current trends in frauds and scams and learn how to not fall victim to their ploys. The event will take place in the Joshua Tree Room at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Tuesday, March 3 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Nevada Arts Council announces 2020 grant awards for artists
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/16/2019 - 2:21pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Arts Council announced the awarding of $22,639.60 in statewide grants to support individual artists in the production and presentation of artistic projects that will occur between Jan. 1 and June 30, 2020.
Man tells Carson City deputy he won't go to jail on warrants, low speed chase ensues
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/23/2019 - 10:54amA 41-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday for suspicion of felony evading, eluding arrest and other alleged offenses after a low-speed vehicle pursuit, a sheriff's arrest report states.
Carson City deputies arrest eight people Thursday, ranging from drug possession to semi-truck hit and run
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/21/2019 - 9:25amA 37-year-old Auburn, Calif. man and a 45-year-old Garden Valley, Calif. woman were arrested in the area of Roop and College early Friday morning for suspicion of possessing drugs, drug paraphernalia, driving with a suspended license, and driving with suspended registration.
Carson City sheriff's deputies make DUI, domestic battery and felony warrant arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/11/2019 - 10:12amA 57-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday morning in the area of North Roop and Hot Springs Road for battery, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.
Carson City arrests: Man jailed for allegedly taking phone from victims calling for help
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/07/2019 - 9:37amA 21-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday for two counts felony suspicion of preventing a person from calling 911 and other charges, a sheriff's deputy said.
Senator Square: Different dances at Carson High dazzle Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/05/2019 - 8:38amApril was an action packed month as several Carson High School clubs put on The Friendship Ball, A Night Under the Big Top Father Daughter Ball, and The Greatest Show on Earth 2019 Prom. Even more amazing than the dances are the students behind the scenes who, with the guidance of Leadership Adviser Ann Britt and FBLA Adviser Angila Golik, transformed the CHS Big Gym so that all visitors, young and old alike, would think they had walked into a beautiful dream.
Children's Museum closed for maintenance, will reopen Friday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/01/2019 - 1:43pmThe Children's Museum in Carson City closed April 29 and will remain closed through Thursday. It will re-open on May Friday, May 3. The Museum is having some light maintenance done.
Creativity explored through Artist in Residence program at Carson City's Fritsch Elementary
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/01/2019 - 8:28amCARSON CITY — For more than 7 years, students at Fritsch Elementary School have been provided opportunities to elaborate and expound upon their artistic abilities. With the assistance of the school’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA) the Artist in Residence program has brought in local artists from the community to teach students a variety of art mediums in classes.
Nevada Letters About Literature student competition winners named; advance to national competition
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/29/2019 - 11:16amNevada Humanities has announced the winners of the statewide Letters About Literature program. 243 students from Nevada submitted entries to the national competition at the Library of Congress, and nine Nevada students placed in the top three of their respective judging categories and will be honored in a ceremony in Las Vegas on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. The first place winners in each category will represent Nevada at the national competition in Washington, D.C.
What We Breathe: Nevada recognizes Air Quality Awareness Week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/29/2019 - 8:24amCARSON CITY — Spring is in the air; a time to open the windows, soak in the season’s colorful blooms, and explore Nevada’s inspiring natural surroundings. In recognition of National Air Quality Awareness Week, April 29 through May 3, 2019, the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection is encouraging Nevadans to “Check the AQI and Get Outside.”
What's happening around Carson City on Monday, April 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/28/2019 - 5:28pmHeading into the first day of the work week, Monday, April 29, 2019, we are looking at another fantastic spring day around the capital city with a high near 70. Ideal for that morning, afternoon or evening walk, bike ride or stroll. Enjoy.
Senator Square: Carson High School's Carneta yearbook staff have successful year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 04/27/2019 - 4:52pmAs the school year comes to an end, the 2018-2019 Carneta yearbook staff can finally slow down and take a breath. At the end of the week before Spring Break, at 8:30 p.m., the final pages were submitted, and the book was officially finished. After months of interviewing, photographing, and editing, the book is currently being printed by Walsworth Publishing Co., in Marceline, Kansas.
April 23 Carson City School Board Meeting to recognize Employees of the Year
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 12:01pmThe Carson City School District will hold its next school board meeting in Senator Square inside Carson High School this Tuesday, April 23 beginning at 6 p.m.
Agenda items include an award ceremony, announcements, upcoming activities at the high schools and more.
Final season of path construction along State Route 28 at Tahoe begins this month
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 12:10pmCARSON CITY — Final construction of State Route 28 shared use path, water quality and traffic safety improvements will begin April 22 with single lane closures and short-term full road closures south of Incline Village at Lake Tahoe. Project completion is anticipated for early July and will be announced prior to opening.
Kindergarten registration underway at Carson City Schools
Submitted by Sarah Drinkwine on Fri, 04/05/2019 - 1:54pmKindergarten registration and possible action to approve proposed changes to the Carson City School District Policy 510, Health Examinations to be topics of discussion at the Carson City School District board meeting 7 p.m. April 9 in the Sierra Room at the Community Center located at 851 East William Street.
Drug money allegedly motivated man accused of murdering Gardnerville women, Reno couple
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/21/2019 - 10:18amA Washoe County detective says alleged murderer Wilber Ernesto Martinez-Guzman told police he robbed and killed his elderly victims during a 10-day rampage in January because he needed money to buy methamphetamine to support his drug addiction, according to the Associated Press.
Trial date set in April 2020 for suspect in murder of Gardnerville women, Reno couple
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 3:44pmA trial date in April 2020 has been set for Wilber Martinez-Guzman, the 19-year-old accused of killing four people during a 10-day murder spree through Douglas and Washoe counties.
On Tuesday, Martinez-Guzman had an arraignment in Washoe County District Court, where he waived his right to a speedy trial. He pled not guilty to murdering four people in Reno and Gardnerville in January. He also pled not guilty for burglary and possession of stolen weapons.
Nevada Department of Wildlife: Big game tag application period opens March 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/13/2019 - 9:15amThe Nevada Department of Wildlife reminds sportsmen that this year’s big game application period is approaching. Below are important dates for the 2019 Big Game Application Process.
No. 1 Coyotes to take on East Bay Tecos Fire this week
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/08/2018 - 7:21pmThe Western Nevada FC Coyotes will attempt to look past a very trying week as they get set to take on the East Bay Tecos Fire Saturday.
Kickoff is scheduled for 5 p.m. at Golden Eagle Sports Complex in Sparks. This match is a quarterfinal match in the Wild West Conference Cup.
Gas prices up 3.7 cents in Nevada; state average swells to $3.21
Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/30/2018 - 12:18pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — Average retail gasoline prices in Nevada had risen 5.7 cents per gallon in the past week as of Sunday, April 29, but came back down a little bit as of Monday morning, Gasbuddy.com, a website that monitors gas prices, reported. According to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,130 gas ...
Single lane travel Sunday along U.S. 50 from Dayton to Carson City due to road resealing
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/26/2018 - 9:51amCARSON CITY — Lanes will be reduced on westbound U.S. 50 in west Dayton Sunday, April 29 as the Nevada Department of Transportation resurfaces roadway cracking.