Fireworks

CARSON CITY — For the second time, the Carson High School Blue Thunder Marching Band was selected to march in the 2019 Year of the Pig Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019. Named one of the top 10 Parades in the world by International Festivals & Events Association, the Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco is one of the few remaining night illuminated parades in North America and the biggest parade celebrating the lunar new year outside of Asia.

Virginia City is known for two things: mining history and quirky, off-the-wall events. In 2019, those two things are joined together with the announcement of the historic Nevada town’s annual special events lineup and online ticket sales.

With 10,000 people counting down — and an array of fireworks exploding above the Main Stage and illuminating the pine forests surrounding the festival grounds — SnowGlobe, South Lake Tahoe’s annual EDM winter music festival leading up to New Year’s Eve, blasted into 2019.

UPDATE: Portions of I-580 in Carson City were closed briefly while investigators looked for evidence. The freeway was re-opened shortly before midnight.
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Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating a vehicle that was reportedly shot at late Tuesday night on the I-580 freeway near College Parkway, injuring a passenger inside.

UPDATE: The fire was knocked down at around 8:10 p.m. The cause remains under investigation.
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Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Tuesday night to a brush fire in the area of Airport Road and Shriver Drive.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is preparing for the upcoming New Year’s Eve celebration at Lake Tahoe starting on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018.

Robbie Sikes is the superintendent of the Empire Ranch Golf Course, and he is sick and tired of geese.

“On any given day when I get in, there are at least a thousand geese out on the greens,” said Sikes. “I’ve tried everything. The repellent doesn’t seem to do anything. People said get a dog to chase them, but I’ve got a lab who chases them every morning and they only fly up in the air and land in the ponds.”

Due to extremely dry vegetation and very high fire danger, Eldorado National Forest Supervisor Laurence Crabtree announced that additional fire restrictions will go into effect that will prohibit recreational target shooting beginning Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. These restrictions will be in effect through Oct. 9, 2018, but could be extended if necessary.

Early Monday morning more than 70 Keep Tahoe Blue volunteers arrived at Commons Beach in Tahoe City to comb the sands along 6 miles of shoreline in search of items left behind by those enjoying the previous night’s festivities.

Fire officials on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest would like to remind the public the fire danger level is still extreme. Human-caused wildfires are still a major concern heading into the Labor Day weekend and hunting season.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Heading to Lake Tahoe this Labor Day weekend to celebrate the unofficial end of summer? Below are some tips and important information for residents and visitors to keep in mind for a safe and fun-filled holiday weekend.

UPDATE 9:48PM: Carson City Fire Department has released some fire engines from the brush fire that started at a compost pile at the Stewart prison camp.
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In the fourth fire call of the day, Carson City Fire Department responded Tuesday night to a brush fire at the Stewart Conservation prison area on Snyder Avenue.

A 25-year-old man was arrested late Sunday for misdemeanor suspicion of discharging fireworks close to homes, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Nevada's State Forester Fire Warden Kacey KC on Friday ordered fire and travel restrictions for Northern and Eastern Nevada state and private lands, including state parks.

Noting a potentially dangerous fire weather situation with gusty winds and low humidity ahead, the National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning from Friday afternoon to Saturday night for Carson City, the Sierra and throughout much of the entire western and northern Nevada region.

CARSON CITY — Increased fuels due to the wet winter and spring, drying vegetation, high fuel loading, and increasing daytime temperatures have prompted the Bridgeport and Carson Ranger Districts on the Humbolt-Toiyabe National Forest to announce the implementation of fire restrictions beginning Saturday, August 4.

Two hours after the Lights on the Lake fireworks show at Lake Tahoe ended late Wednesday, one of three barges used to launch fireworks in the show caught on fire. No injuries were reported.

It was a red, white and blue day Wednesday for the Reno Aces and their fans — 10,311 of them — the third largest in team history — as the home team set off fireworks at the plate well before the aerial show that followed after the 10-5 victory over the San Francisco Giants’ affiliate Sacramento River Cats.

A six-run third inning propelled the Aces as the Biggest Little City’s Triple-A baseball squad returned home to celebrate the Fourth of July in proper fashion.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Wednesday afternoon to a fully engulfed vehicle fire that was spreading in the area of an east Carson City vehicle salvage yard.

The morning after the Fourth of July one year, a dog showed up at our back door; a shaking, frightened and forlorn black labrador.

A very happy Fourth of July to everyone. Listed below is my collection of celebrations in Northern Nevada. You’ll find them listed by their start time, so read through the list for all your options. If there is not a city/town listed after the location, then the event is happening in Carson City. Carson Valley doesn’t have a fireworks celebration, but they get the day off to a great start with a fun run, bbqs, concerts, and more. Be prepared for traffic if you want to watch at the lake, and a designated driver is suggested no matter where you end up. Have a safe holiday and enjoy.

Effective July 4, 2018, the Carson City Fire Department is implementing fire restrictions on city and privately owned lands within Carson City. Vegetation in western Nevada has dried out significantly.

Tomorrow is the big day, but today offers a sneak preview if you’re willing to drive a little. Every year the town of Kings Beach, on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, gets a head start on the festivities with a July Third Beach Bash and Fireworks Show. The Dayton Senior Center celebrates the holiday today with a BBQ, Cake Walk, BBQ and activities for all ages. The Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada gets in the patriotic swing during this week’s Storytime Adventure program: the Fourth of July is today’s theme.

TUESDAY, July 3: Things to do in Carson City

Fourth of July celebrations abound in the Carson City area. Fireworks can be found in Carson City, Virginia City, Reno, Sparks, and at both north and south shore of Lake Tahoe. There are several daytime events going on this week so grab the kids, your friends and family, and have a great Independence Day.

The Carson City Fire Department reminds residents that personal use of fireworks is illegal in Carson City. Use of fireworks endangers those involved and can unwillingly impact those not involved.

A plethora of activities leading up to Independence Day filled Mills Park Saturday during the 26th annual RSVP Fourth of July Celebration and Carnival.

The Fourth of July holiday and fireworks celebration brings a welcomed influx of boaters to the Lake Tahoe Basin.

With sunny skies and warm temperatures predicted, boaters are urged to clean, drain, and dry their boats before arriving at Lake Tahoe inspection stations to avoid delays and decontamination fees. All stations close at 5:30 p.m., so please plan accordingly.

With drying vegetation, increased daytime temperatures and several human-caused fires so far in 2018, fire restrictions on most federal public land in western Nevada begins Saturday and will last until further notice.

Independence Day isn’t until Wednesday, but the red, white, and blue celebration starts now. For a complete listing of upcoming Independence Day events and fireworks displays in the area, you can go HERE. See the trains under steam at the Nevada State Railroad and ride the rails to your heart’s content.

An events-filled Independence Day holiday celebration including a Wednesday night fireworks display begins this weekend at Carson City's Mills Park with the 26th annual RSVP July 4 Celebration and Carnival.