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Carson City Sheriff's Office asks for public's help finding runaway teen
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 12:23pmThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public's assistance with locating a runaway teen.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Hailey Huloo
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 11:58amHappy Wednesday Carson City! Say hello to Hailey Huloo, our newest Pet of the Week!
Hailey (aka Huloo) is a 5 and a half year old female American Pit Bull Terrier who is currently looking for her forever home where she will be the only pet; she just likes the attention all to herself, and I can’t blame her for that!
WNC partners with donors to start food and hygiene pantry for Carson City area students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 9:03amAddressing a need that was revealed during a 2020 student survey, Western Nevada College is nearing completion of a Food and Hygiene Pantry for students and their families.
Few considered eligible for early ‘compassionate release’ as COVID-19 flares up at Carson City prison
Submitted by admin on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 8:47amNevada prison officials say they’ve identified just two people in a population of nearly 14,000 who might be eligible for an early release on the basis of their susceptibility to COVID-19 and other factors, even as more than 80 percent of the inmate population in a Carson City prison has tested positive for coronavirus.
Board of Supervisors confirms Carson City election results for 2020 general election
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 4:42pmThe official results from Carson City are in, and every last viable ballot has been counted and added. The election brought out 78 percent of Carson City voters who turned out to cast their ballots.
Here are the election totals for Carson City:
Carson Tahoe opens drive-thru clinic for symptomatic COVID testing in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 3:49pmThe Quad County area (specifically Carson City) is still seeing a significant rise in COVID-19 cases, and we are continuing to see a surge in hospitalizations as well.
Douglas County flagged for elevated COVID cases; public asked to test, follow CDC guidelines
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/16/2020 - 5:16pmMINDEN, Nev. — The Nevada COVID Task Force notified Douglas County that they are flagged for elevated COVID-19 disease transmission. Douglas County saw a spike in infection rates back in July, but then numbers declined for several months.
Carson City Health and Human Services offers COVID-19 Thanksgiving holiday guidance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/16/2020 - 3:27pmWith an increased risk for COVID-19 transmission, Carson City Health and Human Services is encouraging residents to avoid attending or hosting Thanksgiving gatherings with those outside of your household and utilizing lower risk activities to celebrate the holiday with those outside of your household.
Nevada governor gives update on COVID-19 diagnosis
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/16/2020 - 11:55amCARSON CITY — Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak announced he continues to be in good spirits and has only experienced mild head congestion related to his positive COVID-19 diagnosis.
Nevada Army Guard's Aviation Unit returns home from Afghanistan tour
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/15/2020 - 11:41amSoldiers with the Nevada Army Guard's G Company, 2/238th Aviation Unit returned home recently after a tour in Afghanistan.
Carson City Library Hosts Virtual Program: Family Storytime
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/14/2020 - 11:19amFor PRE-K (children not yet in elementary school) and families, join us virtually via Zoom:
Register by visiting https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/6870121
Join us for weekly themed stories and crafts. Craft instructions and additional resources, including activities for older children who may be at home, will be included.
Carson City Library hosts Virtual Program: Art Night Out
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/14/2020 - 11:16amFor Ages 18+, join us virtually via Zoom.
To register: please visit https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/6870052
Join us once a month to relax through art! Every month we will explore a different technique to use art to help de-stress. For the month of November, create a beautiful glass vase from a recycled glass bottle. The glass bottle will be provided by the library. Pick up your take home kit at the info desk. Supplies are limited; registration is required. Zoom invitations will be sent to registrants on the morning of the event.
Governor Sisolak announces positive COVID-19 test result
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 5:06pmAs part of a regular testing protocol, Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak underwent routine COVID-19 testing on Friday, November 13 in Carson City. A rapid test provided a positive result. The Governor also received a diagnostic PCR test and those results are pending at this time.
At this time, the Governor is not experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms. Earlier this week, the Governor expressed feeling fatigue, however he attributed this to his demanding schedule. No other symptoms were experienced.
55 percent of Lyon County COVID-19 cases went to work while experiencing symptoms
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 10:58amLyon County has been flagged for more than two weeks with an elevated disease transmission.
Lyon County has experienced five weeks of COVID test positivity higher than 8 percent of people tested and a cases rate per 100,000 population greater than two hundred.
Carson Tahoe Hospital: 'We are no longer living in an abundance of caution; now, we're in it'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 10:47amAs COVID-19 cases soar in Northern Nevada and local and regional hospitals are reaching capacity, Carson Tahoe Hospital in Carson City is making changes to adapt to the surge of cases.
Like the rest of Northern Nevada, the nation, and the world, Carson Tahoe has spent the last 8-10 months planning. Planning to be prepared in a crisis so we can still take care of our community; planning to persevere; planning to help one another.
Now – we’re in it.
Carson City to follow Nevada governor’s recent stay at home request
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 3:39pmCARSON CITY — The City encourages the community to stay informed, practice good hygiene, wear masks and when feasible please stay home.
The City is proactively taking steps to ensure the health and safety of its residents. In response to the Governor’s recent stay at home request, the City will continue to enable staff to work from home in order to limit the amount of personnel in the workplace.
Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum temporarily closes due to COVID concerns
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 8:25amThe Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum announced Wednesday it is temporarily closing to the public to comply with Gov. Steve Sisolak’s request for Nevadans to stay home to bring the virus numbers down over the next 2 weeks.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Swan
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 7:28amHappy Thursday Carson City! It's getting chilly out there, and you know there's nothing cozier than a new pup friend to keep your toes nice and warm!
That brings us to our newest Pet of the Week, Swan!
Carson City deputies make arrests for alleged victim interference, drugs and DUI
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/11/2020 - 11:08amA 22-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday for suspicion of interference with reporting a crime, a felony offense, according to a sheriff's office booking report.
Governor urges Nevadans to limit nonessential activities under ‘Stay at Home 2.0’ or face further restrictions in 2 weeks
Submitted by admin on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 8:31pmGov. Steve Sisolak is asking Nevadans to voluntarily stay home for the next two weeks as COVID-19 cases spike statewide, warning that if the data doesn’t improve over that period he will be forced to take more drastic action.
Nevada governor honors Veterans Day through proclamation, video message to Veterans
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 11:55amCARSON CITY — Today, Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak issued a proclamation naming Wednesday, November 11th as Veterans Day in honor of our Veterans that have served in our nation’s military. State offices will be closed for this official holiday.
Winners announced in Nevada Day chalk art contest
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 11:23amThe Carson City Host Lions Club is pleased to announce the winning entries in the Nevada Day Chalk Art Contest held on Oct. 31. The contest was open to all Carson City residents, households and businesses. Contestants created chalk art masterpieces on their own driveways or sidewalks based on the Nevada Day theme of “My Favorite Moment in Nevada.”
Carson City-based ESL program founder earns Governor's Points of Light Lifetime Achievement Award
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/09/2020 - 3:12pmEnglish Language Learners At-Home Program founder Florence Phillips received Nevada's highest volunteer honors with a lifetime recognition award for the all-volunteer, nonprofit Carson City-based program she established.
Carson City deputies make multiple warrant, battery arrests over weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/09/2020 - 11:30amA 34-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday at a Harbin Avenue residence for a gross misdemeanor warrant alleging abandonment of an elderly person, a sheriff's office report states.
Man faces open murder charge in death of Carson City transient woman
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/08/2020 - 5:00pmMINDEN — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide that occurred near the Home Depot store Friday night on Jacks Valley Road.
Senator Square: Carson High school counselor’s anxiety toolbox for everyone
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/08/2020 - 7:50amEditor’s Note: Guest writer Michele Quintero is a Carson High School counselor.
In the age of Covid, many are dealing with anxiety and panic. What is the difference? According to the Mayo Clinic, a panic attack occurs when a person feels intense fear that triggers the “fight or flight” response.
Carson City Library Hosts Virtual Program: Family Storytime
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/07/2020 - 2:47pmFor PRE-K (children not yet in elementary school) and families:
Register below to receive a Zoom link for this program.
https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/6870120
Join us for weekly themed stories and crafts. Craft instructions and additional resources, including activities for older children who may be at home, will be included.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office is investigating a 'suspicious death' near Topsy Lane
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/07/2020 - 12:04amThe Douglas County Sheriff's Office is investigating an active, suspicious death behind the Home Depot near Topsy Lane as of 9:30 p.m. Friday night.
On Twitter, DCSO said they do not believe there is a threat to the public but they are asking people to please, avoid the area.
In-person Instruction to Resume at Mark Twain Elementary in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/06/2020 - 4:56pmThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce Mark Twain Elementary School will resume in-person instruction with teachers and students beginning next week. Teachers and employees are expected to return Monday, Nov. 9, to conduct remote lessons, and students in specific grade levels and assigned cohorts are expected to return beginning Tuesday, Nov. 10, for in-person learning.
Farewell: Kevin Cron’s greatest Reno Aces moments
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 11/06/2020 - 12:08pmSlugging first baseman Kevin Cron — the Reno Aces all-time home run leader — has left the show.