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Carson City area road report for June 8-14: Roundabout work continues
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/07/2020 - 12:53pmHere is the Carson City and South Carson Street Project road report for the week of June 8-14, 2020. Information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project can be found at CarsonProud.com.
Carson City deer practice social distancing in crosswalk across from capitol
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/07/2020 - 9:46amCarson High School Graduates honored with motorcade graduation
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/06/2020 - 2:34pmToday, Carson High School's 2020 Graduates were honored by the school, their families and their community with a social-distance graduation, in which graduates were escorted to the stage by motorcade, many of the cars decorated for each graduate.
South Carson Street Project report for week of June 1-5; roundabout install begins
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/31/2020 - 2:57pmSNC crews are preparing the roundabout installment phase of the South Carson Street project. Stewart Street in Carson City will be closed to southbound traffic with detours at Little to Roop to Fairview, the closure will remain all week. Stewart Street will be open to northbound traffic only.
Carson City deputies make warrant arrest after report of man throwing orange cones across Carson Street
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/30/2020 - 8:20amA 37-year-old transient man was arrested in the 1000 block of S. Carson Street for two felony Priority 5 Probation Violation warrants, issued out of Carson City and Lyon County District Court.
According to the report, Bryant Bennett Jayne was arrested after deputies were dispatched to a local motel on a report of a man throwing orange road cones across South Carson Street and yelling at the reporting party.
Capital Ford accepting food donations Friday for Northern Nevada Dream Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/28/2020 - 12:45pmCapital Ford is reminding locals that tomorrow, Friday, May 29, residents can drive-thru their lot from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to drop off food donations to benefit the Northern Nevada Dream Center!
South Carson Street, Carson City area road report for the week of May 25-31
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/24/2020 - 3:24pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 25-31, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, see CarsonProud.com.
Senator Square: CHS says goodbye to yearbook adviser, astronomy students acknowledged in science journal
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/24/2020 - 8:14amPatt Quinn-Davis, Carson High School Language Arts teacher and adviser of the school newspaper and Carneta yearbook, is retiring. For Quinn-Davis, the publications staff became a part of her family every year and even more so when students stayed with the program throughout their high school careers.
Firefighters called to reported cigarette-caused fire at the Old Sears Building on N. Carson Street
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/22/2020 - 1:11pmJust after 1 p.m. a fire was reported at the old Sears building on North Carson Street in Carson City in between Parkway Plaza and the old Sears building.
Thursday Night Cruise new location at Carson City's Hampton Inn and Suites
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 6:25amJune 4th car show that was going to be at Max Casino has been cancelled but now has been moved to Hampton Inn and Suites on North Carson Street. The even is from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Food truck will be available, discounted rooms for those who wish, 50/50 raffle, music. Open to all cars and trucks.
South Carson Street, Carson City area road report for week of May 18-24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 1:02pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 18-24, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, visit CarsonProud.com.
Senator Square: Carson High School Class of 2020 yearbook has arrived
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 8:03amEditor’s Note: Patt Quinn-Davis is adviser for the Carneta yearbook. She wrote this letter to CHS staff members to share the challenges she and her student staff faced in finishing this year’s carneta. Quinn-Davis also teaches Honors American Literature and English IV.
Carson City's Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada undergoes transformation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 1:43pmIn the famous words of the great Dr. Seuss, “You have brains in your head, and feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.” The Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada, came to a cross roads in mid-March and has taken a stand and shifted to the direction they choose!
Carson City arrests: 2 held for alleged trafficking, conspiracy after meth and heroin found
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 9:54amTwo men were arrested Wednesday on multiple drug charges including trafficking and conspiracy, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team report.
Discolored water possible in south Carson areas Thursday as public works to make system adjustments
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/13/2020 - 3:53pmCarson City Public Works will be performing water system adjustments the morning of Thursday, May 14. There is potential for temporary periods of discolored water in the South Carson Street, Curry Street area south of 10th Street and north of Colorado Street as well as in Lake Glen Manor.
Carson City arrests: Father accused of child abuse, endangerment and resisting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/11/2020 - 1:30pmA 31-year-old man was arrested May 8 for suspicion of child abuse and endangerment and obstructing and resisting arrest, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team report.
South Carson Street Project, Carson City area road report for week of May 11-17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/10/2020 - 10:02amHere is the South Carson Street Project schedule and Carson City area road report for the week of May 11-17, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, visit CarsonProud.com.
Senator Square: Carson High School's future business leaders win state awards
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/10/2020 - 6:52amCarson High School's Future Business Leaders of America claim five State Championships as well as 40 top 10 awards in spite of pandemic. CHS FBLA students just finished competing in the Nevada State Business Leadership Conference. Originally, the event was scheduled to be held in Reno, but had to be held digitally due to Covid-19.
Car Club revs up for Carson Tahoe health staff: Classics to line up Saturday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/06/2020 - 10:56amThe cancellation of Hot August Night’s ‘Spring Fever Revival’ isn’t slowing Dayton and Carson City area classic car owners from spreading some joy in these challenging times.
Emergency crews respond to crash at South Carson Street near Old Clear Creek
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/04/2020 - 2:44pmCarson City sheriff's deputies and the Nevada Highway Patrol were called Monday afternoon to a vehicle crash in the 5600 block of South Carson Street near Old Clear Creek Road.
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 hosts 11th annual Scavenger Hunt in historic district
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 05/03/2020 - 11:16amMay is Historic Preservation and Archaeological Awareness month. The Carson City Historic Resource Commission is pleased to host the 11th Annual Scavenger Hunt.
South Carson Street, Carson City area road report for week of May 4-10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/03/2020 - 10:40amHere is the South Carson Street and Carson City area road report for the week of May 4-10, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, please visit CarsonProud.com.
Senator Square: A reminder to the CHS family that every day is new, live it to the fullest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/03/2020 - 6:34amIs this pandemic over with yet? Nope! Not to beat a dead horse, but what is everyone doing with all this time off? For some, time off would be a fantastic development in their busy lives, and for others, time off would be an awful development because they are not able to pay their bills if they cannot go to work.
The point here is clear: Those who need time off cannot have it, and those who have time off do not want it. This is where hope, attitude, and contentment come into play. It is time for a laugh.
Breaking: Car chase occurring now between Carson City and Douglas County
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/01/2020 - 11:57amA car chase involving a stolen vehicle began just before 12 p.m. Friday afternoon on Carson Street.
The driver of the stolen vehicle led deputies on a pursuit going up to speeds of 80 mph heading south on Carson Street into Douglas County.
Spooner Junction was closed at 11:50.
At 11:54 deputies reported a hand was waving outside of the sunroof, appearing to show something deputies could not identify.
At 11:55 the chase was approaching Mica Drive.
At 11:57 the chase passed Stephanie Lane.
At 11:58 the vehicle turned East on Johnson Lane.
Douglas commissioners, residents take to Nevada Capitol asking the county be reopened
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 04/30/2020 - 10:40amOld Fashion Classic Car Cruise featured Saturday in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 11:07amIf you miss the car show season, now is your chance to see some beautiful classics. The Dayton Valley Car Club is having a social distancing, old fashioned cruise up and down Carson Street in Carson City on Saturday, May 2 between noon and 1 p.m.
Carson City arrests: Man accused of attempted burglary, calls for cab from crime scene
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/27/2020 - 10:23amA 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Monday for suspicion of felony attempted residential burglary, according to a sheriff's office booking report.
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.
Capital City Brewfest organizers reschedule popular downtown beer festival for late summer
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/26/2020 - 10:57amThe Capital City Brewfest is moving to late August this year due to Covid-19 concerns. Originally scheduled for June 20, the annual event will now take place on August 29 in Downtown Carson City.