March
Carson City deputies make felony grand larceny and warrant arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/03/2018 - 11:39amA 34-year-old woman was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of felony grand larceny after attempting to steal more than $700 in merchandise from Walmart, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Expansion of Steptoe Valley Wildlife Management Area near Ely boosts recreation, marks milestone in state land ownership
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/02/2018 - 2:21pmIn early spring 2018, the Nevada Division of State Lands completed the conveyance of 6,281 acres of federal land to nearly double the size of the Steptoe Valley Wildlife Management Area near Ely, Nev.
Nevada casinos post 3rd straight billion-dollar month in gaming win
Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/01/2018 - 7:48amCARSON CITY, Nev. — Nevada casinos have now reported three consecutive months when total win exceeded $1 billion. Statewide total win was $1,024,316,755 in March, a 3.37 percent increase over the same month of 2017. "This hasn't happened for a long time," said Gaming Control Board analyst ...
Carson City deputies make felony arrests for battery, home invasion
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/30/2018 - 12:31pmA 26-year-old man was arrested Saturday for felony suspicion of battery with a deadly weapon, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Carson City area March gaming revenue soars 12.66 percent
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/30/2018 - 10:20amNo Show for Snow: Makeup days not required for Carson City students
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/26/2018 - 11:21amWith the end of the school year approaching, the Carson City School District announced Thursday it meets or exceeds the minimum number of minutes taught per day, and in turn, students will not be required to make up the two days lost due to weather-related school cancellations.
Carson City foster home shortage at critical levels
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 9:45amThe number of available foster homes in Carson City is so low right now that siblings cannot reside together in emergency foster care, a local panel of child welfare advocates said.
Reno-Sparks jobless rate leads Nevada at 4.1 percent
Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 7:48amCarson City experienced the highest percentage of employment growth in March among Nevada's metropolitan areas, adding 4.4 percent more jobs, according to recent state-released figures. But at 5.6 percent, Carson City's jobless rate remains higher than the state as a whole, which finished March ...
Carson City arrests: Woman jailed after attacks on landscapers, bank employees
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/24/2018 - 12:32pmA 70-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday for suspicion of misdemeanor domestic battery after allegedly slapping his wife during an argument, a sheriff’s deputy said.
Carson City sees fastest growing employment sector in March, says state employment office
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/24/2018 - 10:43amMarch 2018 employment growth remains strong in the Silver State with ongoing increases in Carson City, Reno and Sparks and Las Vegas areas, according to figures released Tuesday by the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
WNFC Coyotes Move Into First Place
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 3:45pmThis past Saturday night, the Western Nevada FC Coyotes climbed to the top of the Wild West Conference and into the national top 20 rankings with the 4-1 home victory over Napa Sporting SC.
Carson City arrests: Man with felony lewdness warrant jailed
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 9:59amA 21-year-old Carson City man was arrested Sunday on a felony fugitive from justice warrant and suspected possession of methamphetamine, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Nevada adds 3,500 jobs in March, unemployment remains at 4.9 percent
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 9:41amNevada added 3,500 jobs in March bringing employment in the Silver State to a record high of 1,373,700, according to figures released Wednesday by the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation. Unemployment in March remained constant at 4.9 percent.
Carson City community invited to participate in May 5 veterans suicide awareness march
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/17/2018 - 1:58pmThe Western Nevada College Veterans Resource Center invites the community to participate in the fourth annual Veterans Suicide Awareness March at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 5 in Carson City.
Carson City detectives identify 3 burglary suspects, one in custody; others remain at large
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/16/2018 - 2:27pmCarson City Sheriff’s Office detectives are currently investigating numerous vehicle burglaries that have happened within the last 30 days. There were two distinctive sets of burglaries that occurred by two different groups of suspects.
Greater Nevada Credit Union unveils new CHS digital marquee during snowy ribbon cutting
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/16/2018 - 1:48pmUnder snowy skies, representatives from Greater Nevada Credit Union joined Carson High School staff in a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday morning in Carson City to recognize a new digital marquee that was made possible through a donation from GNCU.
Senator Square: CHS athletic event unlike any other
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 04/15/2018 - 5:32amThe CHS NJROTC Orienteering team participated in the California Orienteering Week held March 17-25, and this was the first time CHS has made it this far in competition.
Dozens turn out for nationwide Second Amendment rally at Nevada Capitol
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Sat, 04/14/2018 - 1:09pmFor the second straight weekend, gun rights supporters rallied at the Nevada Capitol in downtown Carson City to voice their support for Second Amendment freedom.
Carson City deputies make arrests for domestic battery with strangulation, warrants and DUIs
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/13/2018 - 3:59pmA 35-year-old Carson City man was arrested Thursday for suspicion of felony domestic battery with strangulation, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
I Love Carson City Weekend Event Summary: April 14 - 15
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 04/13/2018 - 2:46pmHold onto your hats, Carson City, we’re in for a busy weekend. Several events over the last few weeks were re-scheduled due to weather: today you’ll find the make-up for The Greenhouse Project's Early Spring Plant Sale and the Carson High Safe Grad 5K Run/Walk. Get your Roller Derby fix with a scrimmage and a Junior Victory Rollers bout against Santa Cruz. The Bob Boldrick Theater at the Community Center is where you’ll find ‘Carson’s Got Talent.' Cheer on your favorite local performer and help raise funds for the Senior Center’s Meals on Wheels Program. You’ll have to keep reading, this is just the tip of the fun-time iceberg.
Living the Good Life in Carson City not for sale, owner says
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 04/13/2018 - 1:05pmLiving the Good Life Nightclub Bistro and Lounge at 1480 North Carson Street is the house that Gina Rohrer built, and it is not for sale.
Greater Nevada Credit Union donates $25,000 to replace CHS digital marquee
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/12/2018 - 11:18amCarson City School District and Carson High School are pleased to announce the replacement of the digital marquee out front of Carson High School. Greater Nevada Credit Union has donated nearly $25,000 to replace the existing sign.
Capital FFA students yield bushels of awards in state competition
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/12/2018 - 10:01amCARSON CITY — Nineteen Carson High School Capital FFA students yielded bushels of awards at the Nevada State FFA Conference held at the University of Nevada Reno March 20-24. Most notably, the CHS Career and Technical Education students were honored with the Best Dressed Chapter Award, recognizing the chapter as the most professional chapter at the conference.
Three from Dayton charged in year-long NDOW bear poaching investigation
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/11/2018 - 11:31amNevada Department of Wildlife game wardens recently wrapped up a complicated year-long investigation into the poaching of a large male black bear in the spring of 2017, resulting in formal charges being filed in Dayton Justice Court March 28 by the Lyon County District Attorney’s Office.
Carson High School HOSA students shine in state competition
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/11/2018 - 9:21amCARSON CITY — More than 115 Carson High School Career and Technical Education, Health Occupations Students of America shined in the Nevada State Leadership Conference held at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, Nev. last month. More than 1,000 students from across the state of Nevada competed in more than 40 medical competition events.
Carson City Toyota campaign celebrates 25 years of giving to Boys & Girls Clubs, donates $10K match to community donations
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 4:08pmThe Carson City Toyota Community Cares campaign celebrated a quarter century of giving to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada with a $10,000 check. Since 1993, Carson City Toyota has matched community donations totaling thousands of dollars. Altogether, the Campagni Auto Group, along with matching support from the community, has provided the Club with nearly $250,000 in operating funds over the past 25 years.
Carson City man jailed for burglary, fraud after allegedly using identity theft victim information
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 1:52pmA Carson City man was arrested Monday for suspicion of felony possession of stolen property, burglary, uttering a forged instrument, using false identification and misdemeanor contempt of court, a CCSO detective said.
Carson City arrests: Man jailed for felony eluding tells deputy he did it to avoid citation
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/09/2018 - 12:51pmAn 18-year-old Carson City man arrested early Monday morning faces numerous charges including suspicion of felony eluding a police officer and misdemeanor reckless driving, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
For Nevada's snowpack (and its water supply), March was a 'miracle-ish'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/09/2018 - 11:27amWhen it comes to water, Mother Nature is picking favorites in the North-South rivalry. Nevada water managers have closely watched the snow for months to determine how much water would be available as runoff for drinking and farming in a dry year for much of the lower Western states.
Sierra Floor Covering celebrates 40 years in Carson City
Submitted by admin on Sun, 04/08/2018 - 12:30pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — On Monday evening March 27, 1978, two young families crested the hill at Jacks Valley Road and got their first view of Carson City off in the distance. It was freezing cold, softly snowing and the low visibility rendered everything muted and gray. All six kids were tired and ...