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Single vehicle crash reported near Goni and Arrowhead
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 8:29amA single vehicle crash involving a vehicle and a barricade was reported just before 8:30 a.m. on Saturday morning. An unknown injury was reported.
Drivers should use caution in the area. Responders are enroute.
NHP joins forces with Nevada's law enforcement agencies to focus on impaired drivers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 2:10pmThe Nevada Highway Patrol and other Nevada law enforcement agencies participating in Joining Forces will be combining resources from Oct. 18 through Nov. 4, 2019 to apprehend impaired drivers.
Exit numbers to change on Carson City Freeway beginning this weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 4:29pmBeginning Sunday, Oct. 6, exit numbers on Interstate 580 Carson City Freeway will change as part of a Nevada Department of Transportation project to resurface and enhance the roadway.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 7:31pmHeading into Wednesday, Oct. 2 events lined up include Coffee with a Cop at Comma Coffee, Walk and Bike to School Day, a public meeting to discuss stormwater rates, art workshops and showings, a Bee City USA meeting at Greenhouse Garden Center, the first gathering of Women Seeking Safety classes at the Salvation Army, family story time at the library, presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren at the Carson City MAC, Salsa dancing and more.
Carson City, Douglas and Lyon counties to participate Oct. 2 in Walk to School Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/25/2019 - 1:03pmCARSON CITY — Many Nevada schoolchildren will take part in organized events to walk or bicycle to school on Oct. 2 in recognition of International Walk to School Day. Children not taking part in an organized school event are encouraged to involve their family in safely walking or bicycling to school on Oct. 2 and other days.
I-580 in Carson City reduced to one lane tonight through Sunday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/20/2019 - 1:42pmSegments of the Interstate 580 Carson City Freeway will be reduced to a single lane throughout the weekend as part of a Nevada Department of Transportation project to resurface and enhance the interstate.
I-580 will be reduced to a single lane in each direction between North Carson Street and College Parkway from 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 through 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22 as crews stripe the newly-paved freeway and resurface bridge decks. Speeds will be reduced to 45 mph, and motorists should anticipate minor travel delays.
Mt. Rose Highway to temporarily close for westbound truck traffic Sept. 23 to Oct. 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/19/2019 - 4:09pmCARSON CITY — Beginning Sept. 23, single lane closures will be in place and commercial trucks will temporarily be prohibited from traveling westbound over the Mt. Rose Highway summit (State Route 431) as part of continuing Nevada Department of Transportation roadway improvements.
Lane closures planned Monday, Tuesday on U.S. 395 south of Gardnerville to replace cattle guard
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/18/2019 - 3:25pmCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will take place on U.S. 395 south of Gardnerville the evenings of Sept. 23 and Sept. 24 as the Nevada Department of Transportation replaces a cattle guard across the highway.
Carson City's newest Basque restaurant, the Martin Hotel, to close at end of the month
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 09/10/2019 - 10:33amThe Martin Hotel Basque Restaurant opened nearly one year ago at 308 Curry Street in Carson City, and now at the end of September they’ll be closing their doors.
Nevada Trucking Association recognizes drivers for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 5:20pmThe Nevada Trucking Association, along with the Nevada Highway Patrol, California Highway Patrol and the entire trucking industry, is taking this week to honor the millions of professional truck drivers that deliver America’s freight safely and securely every day.
Art fairs, camel races, train rides and more: events and happenings in the Carson City region for Saturday, Sept. 7
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/07/2019 - 12:29amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! Today we’ll see a high in the mid 80s and a low in the mid to low 40s, which to me sounds like Fall is right around the corner!
We’ve got a ton of great events today and tomorrow, so check them out below:
Memorial run, history walks, camel races, veteran resource fair and more: Carson City region gears up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 6:36pmHeading into the weekend, there’s plenty of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include an artists fair at Carson Mall, the 60th annual camel and ostrich races in Virginia City, a memorial run in Carson City, the 28th annual Oktoberfest in Gardnerville, a Veterans Resource Fair at Carson Nugget, history walks at Mormon Station Park, live comedy and more.
Law enforcement to hold DUI checkpoint Friday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 1:03pmCARSON CITY — One of the deadliest and most often committed of crimes is impaired driving. It has become a serious safety epidemic in our state. Impaired drivers have consistently been the most common cause of motor vehicle crashes resulting in injuries and deaths in Nevada.
Carson City arrests: Two in custody after being found in stolen car with burglary tools
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 9:42amTwo men were arrested early Thursday morning after they were found in a vehicle that had been reported stolen out of Sparks, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.
NDOT to begin lane closures starting Wednesday on Upper Mt. Rose Highway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/27/2019 - 3:19pmCARSON CITY — Beginning Wednesday, intermittent daytime lane closures will take place on Mt. Rose Highway, State Route 431 in areas near Incline Village and Mt Rose Ski Resort as the Nevada Department of Transportation improves roadside guardrail and resurfaces sections of the roadway.
Carson City woman arrested after allegedly strangling and pulling a gun on business partner
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/24/2019 - 10:54amA 48-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 3100 block of Highway 50 E. Friday night for felony suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and domestic battery first.
Shannon Rae Atkins was arrested after deputies received a report of a battery that occurred between Atkins and her business partner.
NHP ramps up DUI, impaired driving patrol heading into Labor Day holiday travel period
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 2:38pmThe Nevada Highway Patrol and other Nevada law enforcement agencies participating in Joining Forces will be combining resources beginning Sunday, August 25 through Sept. 10 to apprehend impaired drivers.
Nevada Dept. of Agriculture signs horse management cooperative agreement with nonprofit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/20/2019 - 11:08amThe Nevada Department of Agriculture has entered into a second non-exclusive cooperative agreement with Wild Horse Connection, a Nevada-based nonprofit, for the management of horses in the Virginia Range, officials announced Tuesday.
Nevada State Parks hosts Sept. 21 Tahoe Rim Trail hike to Sand Harbor Overlook
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/19/2019 - 4:15pmSPOONER LAKE, Nev. — Join a Park Ranger for a guided hike to the famous Sand Harbor Overlook on the Tahoe Rim Trail. The hike is a four-mile loop and offers breathtaking views of Sand Harbor. The hike is moderately difficult, and you’ll need to bring water, lunch, sunscreen and sturdy hiking boots.
Carson City arrests: Stolen license plates lead to drug arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/19/2019 - 10:45amTwo were arrested Saturday for alleged possession of heroin for sale and other charges, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report said.
School Safety First: NDOT offers back-to-school walking, bicycling and motorist reminder
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/18/2019 - 10:45amAs schoolchildren across Carson City prepare to return to classes Monday, the Nevada Department of Transportation has provided a number of tips for motorists and children who will be walking and bicycling to school.
Senator Square: Monday begins a new year at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/18/2019 - 7:43amSet that alarm clock if the pituitary gland is not yet ready to do its job, because Monday arrives tomorrow and it is time yet again for students, parents, and even teachers to get out of bed early for the 2019-2020 school year.
Carson City supervisors accept 90 percent design phase of South Carson roundabout
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 08/15/2019 - 1:15pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed Thursday to accept the 90 percent design phase of the South Carson Street roundabout project following a presentation led by the city's chief engineer and comments from the public.
On Wednesday evening, the project was presented to the Carson City Regional Transportation Commission by chief engineer Dan Stucky. To date there have been 18 public meetings on this project.
Music, hikes, and Hot August Nights: Events for Carson City on Saturday, Aug. 10
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/09/2019 - 11:37pmGood morning Carson City! It's going to be a beautiful day with the high in the mid 70s, and we have a ton of great activities and events in our wonderful capitol city today! Check below to see what's happening through the weekend.
Saturday, August 10
Jazz festival, history talks, music and more: Carson City region lined up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/08/2019 - 7:20pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by, including the Jazz and Beyond Music Festival, Carson City Library’s End of Summer Learning Challenge, history talks at Mormon Station Park, train rides in Virginia City, a sushi cooking class at Sierra Chef on Sunday and more!
Take a spin Saturday with Capital Ford, help Carson Senators football program
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/06/2019 - 10:48amCapital Ford and Carson High School in Carson City are working together to help raise up to $6,000 in support of the CHS Senators football program as part of Ford Motor Company’s Drive 4 UR School program. The event takes place at the school's north parking lot this Saturday, August 10.
Make it a Safe Return: NDOT provides back-to-school walking, bicycle riding tips
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/06/2019 - 9:52amCARSON CITY — As schoolchildren across the region prepare to go back to school, the Nevada Department of Transportation is providing tips to safely bicycle and walk to school.
Tragically, there were approximately 80 pedestrian fatalities and eight bicyclist fatalities on Nevada roads last year. We hope all drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists will share the road to help our communities safely travel back to school.
NHP Joins Forces to Stop Pedestrian Deaths: Pedestrian Safety is a Two-Way Street
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/03/2019 - 10:40amThe Nevada Highway Patrol and other Nevada law enforcement agencies participating in the Joining Forces program are urging pedestrians and drivers alike to be aware of each other at all times and share the road responsibly. From August 5th through 16th, the Joining Forces law enforcement team will be issuing citations to pedestrians and motorists who are violating traffic safety laws.
First responders called to multiple car pile up on Highway 50
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 3:25pmCarson City deputies and first responders were called to the intersection of Highway 50 and 395 at around 3:15 p.m. on Friday afternoon after witnesses state a vehicle ran a ted light, causing a vehicle collision of four or more vehicles.
The east bound lane has been closed and drivers should use caution in the area.
There are no injuries reported at this time, though deputies advised there appeared to be significant damage at the scene.
Updates to follow.
NHP: Northern Nevada DUI strike team nets 24 arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/01/2019 - 4:39pmThe Nevada Highway Patrol, Reno Police Department, and Sparks Police Department combined resources July 26 through 28, 2019, to conduct regional DUI enforcement. Over the course of two days, the multi-agency Northern Nevada DUI Strike Team patrolled in discreetly-marked ‘ghost’ vehicles during the hours of increased impaired driving rates in an effort to detect and apprehend impaired drivers.