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CARSON CITY – While some critics may never be convinced that Gov. Brian Sandoval should have agreed to support new tax revenue to balance the budget, the collection of reforms approved as part of the deal finalized this morning cannot be ignored.
From changes to Nevada’s collective bargain law allowing the reopening of labor agreements in emergencies to limiting teacher tenure to eliminating health insurance for newly hired state employees upon retirement – the changes approved in the 120-day legislative session by Democrats and Republicans could have far reaching impacts.

Mike Thomas presents his newest slide-show lecture, which covers the story of this magnificent ship, from it's construction to it's tragic first voyage. More than that, the presentation speaks of the courage of the people involved in this famous event. Learn about the reasons for the sinking, and see many images of the Titanic in it's deep ocean grave.

Observatory doors open at 7:30 pm. Lectures begin at 8:00 pm

Due to utility work, Musser Street will be closed between Carson Street and Curry Street on Thursday, June 9, at 7:30 p.m. The road is expected to reopen at 5:30 a.m. on Friday, June 10. Once Musser Street has been reopened, a lane closure with flagger control is expected throughout the remainder of the day.

Sidewalk improvements will continue along Long Street between Molly Drive and Saliman Road. Minor delays are possible and JAC bus stops in this area may be temporarily closed.

The legislation intended to start cleaning up Nevada's construction defects law hit a snag Friday when the lobbyist for the Nevada Associated General Contractors said Assembly Bill 401 is "inadequa...

CARSON CITY – A bill proposing reforms to Nevada’s construction defects law was called inadequate today in a hearing before the Assembly Ways and Means Committee.
John Madole, representing the Nevada Chapter of the Associated General Contractors, told the panel the best option would be to not proceed with Assembly Bill 401, proposed by Assembly Speaker John Oceguera, D-Las Vegas.

CARSON CITY — Gov. Brian Sandoval has enough Republican votes to pass the budget deal announced in this final week of the Legislature, but that doesn’t mean all conservative lawmakers are happy about it.
Some Republicans will support the governor and vote in favor of the fiscal compromise consisting of hard-won reform bills and the extension of some taxes that were set to expire. Many others will likely cast “no” votes in a principled protest against tax extensions.

The 3rd annual Concert Under the Stars will rock Carson City on July 13th behind Adele’s Restaurant and Lounge. Grammy Winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Booker T will headline the event. The soul legend will perform music from his critically acclaimed new album “The Road from Memphis” as well as old favorites. Also performing, Sonoma based Frobeck. The band’s unique blend of pop, funk and rock has been wowing audiences since 2005. Reno favorite The Mighty Surf Lords will open the show.

CARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval and legislative leaders from both parties announced a budget agreement today that will see tax increases and restorations of funding to public and higher education in exchange for significant policy reforms in education and collective bargaining.
The agreement came on the 115th day of the session, and virtually guarantees that lawmakers will adjourn the 2011 session by Monday as the constitution requires.

A budget deal one insider described as 99 percent done stalled Monday night and Tuesday as Republican lawmakers dug in their heels over construction defects reform."We're getting really close," ...

CARSON CITY – Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto will not follow through on Gov. Brian Sandoval’s request to ask the Nevada Supreme Court for clarification on Thursday’s ruling that the state cannot use $62 million it took from the Clean Water Coalition during the legislative special session in 2010.
A letter issued by Masto’s office said, “there is no procedural mechanism” for seeking a clarification of the high court’s decision.

Sidewalk improvements will continue along Long Street between Molly Drive and Saliman Road. There will be single lane traffic with flagger control. In addition, JAC bus stops in this area may be temporarily closed.

There will be shoulder work at the intersection of 5th Street and Butti Way. No lane closures are expected.

Clearview Drive is closed between Edmonds Drive and Line Drive for construction on the next phase of the NDOT freeway project. Detours are marked. The road is expected to reopen by November of 2011.

Weather and conditions permitting, U.S. Highway 50 over Echo Summit, the main artery into South Lake Tahoe and onto Carson City is tentatively set to re-open early this afternoon, according to Caltrans. The road was closed May 11 to remove and replace a damaged rock wall barrier.

CARSON CITY – It started out with two individuals sending “care packages” to the troops deployed in Afghanistan but quickly turned into a concerted effort by employees of the Nevada State Health Division to make life a bit brighter for those serving in Operation Enduring Freedom.
Packages were sent with everything from beef jerky to “slightly used” decks of cards and dice from local casinos to the troops based in Kandahar, Afghanistan. One employee contributed hand knitted helmet liners.

CARSON CITY – The argument goes like this: every Nevadan would only pay 50 cents per person for a great renewable energy program.
Energy lobbyist Ted Ko even held up two shiny quarters during a legislative hearing to make the point.
But legislators are considering more than a dozen renewable energy bills this session,  and some lawmakers fear that a few dollars here and there will add up to significantly higher utility bills for their constituents if all of these bills pass.

Dayton High School’s Culinary Arts class, one of Lyon County School District’s many Career and Education classes, prepared and served an elegant luncheon for Governor Brian Sandoval and area officials and community leaders Wednesday.

Thanking the students, Governor Sandoval said, “I had an opportunity last week to have lunch with former President George W. Bush at the Bellagio in Vegas. This lunch is every bit as good as what is offered at the Bellagio. This was very professional; the service was impeccable. You should be proud. You all have bright futures ahead of you.”

This is a reminder that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Carson City District-Sierra Front Field Office, in coordination with Storey County and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), seeks public review and comment on the draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Virginia City and Gold Hill Wastewater System Improvements (Project).

The following activities along Carson City roadways will take place due to utility work:

• On Monday, May 16 through Wednesday, May 18, work is scheduled on Curry Street near the intersection with King Street. There will be single lane traffic with flagger control.
• On Thursday, May 19, there will be single lane traffic with flagger control on Research Way south of College Parkway.

By the Bureau of Land Management – Carson City District
The Bureau of Land Management Carson City District-Sierra Front Field Office, in coordination with Storey County and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), is seeking public review and comment on the draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Virginia City and Gold Hill Wastewater System Improvements (Project).

Road Report as of May 6, 2011. The following information applies to the period of May 9-15:

There will be temporary lane closures due to utility work on Fairview Drive between Highway 50 East and Butti Way and on North Edmonds Drive (old Edmonds) between Highway 50 East and the intersection with Fairview Drive.

Sidewalk improvements will occur on Long Street between Molly Drive and Saliman Road. No lane closures are expected, however JAC bus stops in this area may be temporarily closed.

My fellow Nevadans, good evening.

Three months ago, I delivered a State of the State Address against the backdrop of record unemployment and sharply reduced state revenue. I believed then, as I do now, that by controlling state spending and changing the way we do business, we could bring about a sustained economic recovery that would get Nevada working again. And so tonight, I’m pleased to come before you with a second and more positive report on the state of Nevada’s economy.

By Sean Whaley
CARSON CITY – Legislative Democrats went ahead today with their own funding plan for public education, establishing a level of spending that puts the budget at significant odds with GOP Gov. Brian Sandoval and his opposition to new taxes.
The votes by Democrats have upped the ante in the budget dispute with Republicans, creating a hole estimated at $700 million by state Budget Director Andrew Clinger.

By Mike Wolterbeek
RENO, Nev. – The University of Nevada, Reno’s micromouse scooted its way around the maze in the fastest time Saturday to beat out 10 other teams from around the west. The MicroMouse competition featured small robotic vehicles designed, built and programmed by undergraduate electrical engineering students.

There will be shoulder work at the intersection of 5th Street and Butti Way. However, no lane closures are expected.

Clearview Drive is closed between Edmonds Drive and Line Drive for construction on the next phase of the NDOT freeway project. Detours are marked. The road is expected to reopen by November of 2011.

PRESS RELASE — Is 35 minutes of travel time worth up to $100 in value-added savings at South Lake Tahoe?

South Lake Tahoe lodging providers are offering value-added deals to make the time pass more quickly as a detour for Highway 50 over Echo Summit will divert traffic for about two weeks.

CARSON CITY — Assemblyman Pat Hickey, R-Sparks, is asking other legislators to “lay your cards on the table.”
As the budget debate in Carson City roils to no discernible conclusion, Hickey is bringing 21 lawmakers, business leadersa and academics to the Legislature to talk taxes and government reform.
“This forum will help get out into the open things that have only been talked about behind closed doors,” Hickey said. “As moderator, I plan to press participants to speak openly about the ‘end game’ here this session.”

On Monday, April 18 and Tuesday, April 19, Edmonds Drive will be subject to single lane closures with flagger controlled traffic between Colorado Street and Koontz Lane, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Utility work will occur on Koontz Lane near the intersection with Edmonds Drive throughout the week. All lanes will remain open with only minor delays expected between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

There will be shoulder work at the intersection of 5th Street and Butti Way. However, no lane closures are expected.

A Carson City health care provider has plans to start construction on a 20,000-square-foot building in north Carson City by the end of May. Nevada Health Centers Inc., currently at 907 N. Mounta...

Those of you who have been here before might notice a few changes on the Carson Now site this morning. We worked on an update to the site over the weekend, and there are still a few tasks left to do. So consider this a construction zone, at least for the next few hours. Put on your virtual hardhats, and report any problems that you see. Thanks. 

Here is the Carson City road report through April 17.
Because of utility work, Edmonds Drive will be reduced to a single lane with flagger controlled traffic near the intersection of Clearview Drive, Monday, April 11 through Wednesday, April 13, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

On Thursday, April 14, southbound Edmonds Drive will be subject to single lane closures with flagger controlled traffic between Colorado Street and Clearview Drive, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

There will be shoulder work at the intersection of 5th Street and Butti Way. However, no lane closures are expected.

By the Bureau of Land Management
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Carson City District-Sierra Front Field Office, has prepared the Spanish Springs Quarry Mineral Sales, Conveyor Belt and Access Road Right-of-Way, Environmental Assessment (EA) and draft Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI).