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May 29, 1959 - August 17, 2013 Cathy Hollis passed away August 17, 2013 in Carson City, NV following a lengthy illness. She was born May 29, 1959 in St. Cloud, MN to Mitchel...

A Carson City man faces a felony drug charge and seven misdemeanor charges. Randy Paul Warstler, 29, was arrested at 1:47 a.m. early Sunday, at the intersection of Telegraph and Curry.

According to the arrest report, officers responded to the area of North Carson Street and Winnie Lane for a report of a DUI driver in a vehicle with stolen license plates.

The Legacy Conference for women is once again coming to Northern Nevada. Capital Christian Center in Carson City is hosting this one-of-a-kind event that will focus on inspiring and empowering women to achieve their God-given dreams.

The Legacy Conference is partnering with many local businesses such as James Gaskets, DeBug Computer and the Sausage Factory to provide amazing music and incredible speakers.

A Silver Springs man died in a two-vehicle crash Sunday four miles south of Highway 50 and 95A, the Nevada Highway Patrol reports.

Jay R. Williams, 68, died at the scene of the accident, which involved a Dodge Stratus, driven by Williams, and a Dodge pickup, driven by a 53-year-old Silver Springs man, said NHP Trooper David Gibson.

July 15, 1930 - Aug. 16, 2013 Henry D. Cosio “Hank”, 83, passed away August 16, 2013 at his residence in Gardnerville, NV. Hank was born July 15, 1930 in Modesto, ...

William Trent, born February 7, 1947, resident of Silver Springs, NV, passed away Aug. 12, 2013. There will be no services at this time. …

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Tony Laffoon, 26, passed away August 19, 2013 in Moundhouse, NV as the result of an accident. Tony was born June 11, 1987 in Reno, NV to Todd Laffoon and Judy Robi...

May 24, 1919 - Aug. 18, 2013 Sam “Cuco” Roberistiano Hernandez, 94, passed away on Sunday, August 18 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Reno, NV. He was born on May 24, 19...

January 5, 1951 - August 18, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we report the passing of Michael Eugene Burns, “Buffy” on August 18, 2013 in Minden, NV with his wif...

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. this report is for the week of Aug. 21-27.

Saving Spot Dog Collar Donation Program
by Poochie-Pets benefits Pets of the Homeless of Carson City, NV

We are pleased to announce that Saving Spot purchases made between August 15-September 14, 2013 will benefit Pets of the Homeless. A nonprofit volunteer organization that provides pet food and veterinary care to the homeless in local communities across the United States and Canada. With every Saving Spot product you purchase, we will donate a new Saving Spot dog collar to Pets of the Homeless.

About the Saving Spot Program, Buy One, Give One

Business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs will have an opportunity to access resources and learn more about overcoming the issues and challenges of launching or expanding a business during the Governor’s Conference on Small Business 2013. The annual statewide conference, taking place in Reno for the first time on August 28 at the Grand Sierra Resort, will provide a comprehensive one-stop resource for information on funding, licensing, regulatory compliance and much more.

2013 Lake Tahoe Summit in progress Sand Harbor State Park, NV:

Vice President Al Gore challenged Lake Tahoe, Carson City, dignitaries, guests and residents, that there should not only be a continued annual Tahoe Summit but a global summit formed. And, that every resident should take on a demonstrative example to the world in having Lake Tahoe as an example regarding the greater issues of global warming.

The Carson City Fire Department will host an eight-week free Citizens Fire Academy, Sept. 10 through Oct. 29. The program is designed to give an overview of the fire department, emergency operations, public safety dispatch and other emergency services.

The academy is ideal for those wanting to know how emergency calls are dispatched; why an engine will respond with an ambulance on medical emergencies and how to make homes or businesses safe.

Seven people were injured, including a state department of transportation road worker in a crash Wednesday morning west of Fallon on Highway 50 in Churchill County, the Nevada Highway Patrol reports.

The State Historic Preservation Office, Nevada Site Stewardship Program, is pleased to announce a Stewardship Workshop to be held at the Churchill County Museum on Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This workshop is free of charge and is open to all who are interested in volunteering to help protect Nevada’s heritage.

The museum is located at 1050 South Maine Street, Fallon.

Lawrence B. Perkins, 76, passed away in Carson City, NV. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, (775) 882-1766. …

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A bicyclist collided with a pickup on Main Street in Fernley Tuesday that resulted in serious injuries, the Nevada Highway Patrol reports.

NHP troopers were dispatched at 12:30 p.m. to the accident in front of the Villa mobile home park just west of the roundabout in Fernley, said Trooper Dave Gibson.

Preliminary investigation details indicate David Bertroch, 57, of Fernley was riding his bicycle without a safety helmet westbound in the No. 1 travel lane on Main St. in front of a Chevy pickup that was driven by 52-year-old Fernley driver.

A 31-year-old Carson City man remains in critical condition Monday after being struck by a vehicle that sped away in the Stateline area of Lake Tahoe on Highway 50 early Saturday morning, the Nevada Highway Patrol reports.

A 31-year-old Carson City man was critically injured early Saturday morning at Lake Tahoe after being hit by a Dodge pickup that sped away on Highway 50 and Lake Parkway in Stateline, the Nevada Highway Patrol reports.

This hit and run was report 3:13 a.m. The 31-year-old Carson City man was walking on the road just east of the MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa when he was hit. It is possible the man may have been struck by more than one vehicle, said Trooper Chuck Allen.

High Desert Horsemen, a local horse club that was established in 2005, will be holding its annual Trail Trial at Fort Churchill Boy Scout Camp, Weeks, NV on Saturday, September 14, 2013. The club donates a good portion of the proceeds back to the community. Last year's recipients were: Dayton Food Bank, Kids N Horses, Dog Town Canine Rescue, and Feeding Pets of the Homeless.

Fallon, NV – Hutchings Performance Horses a division of Hutchings Cattle Company, LLC has announced that it will be giving away one of its top bred 2013 foals to a lucky youth between 10-17 years old.

Oct. 11, 1934 - July 29, 2013 James Fredrick Bilderback, age 78, of Carson City NV died on July 29, 2013 at a local nursing home, due to cancer. James (Jim) was bo...

Youth Theatre Carson City is celebrating its final weekend performance of "Once On This Island, Jr.," an exciting adaptation of the classic fairy tale, "The Little Mermaid," but with a Caribbean flair.

The show, directed by Andie Anderson, will run a final time this weekend, August 16-17 at 7 p.m. and Aug. 18 at 2 p.m. in the Bob Boldrick Theatre at the Carson City Community Center.

Kenneth G. Keller, 80, passed away June 8, 2013 in Carson City, NV. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, (775) 882-1766. …

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April 29, 1933 - Aug. 3, 2013 ‘Bob’ Upham, age 80, passed away peacefully at home in Fallon, NV, surrounded by family August 3, 2013. Bob was born April 29, 1933 ...

January 8, 1931 - August 2, 2013 Roberta Miller Phoenix passed away August 2, 2013 at her home in Sutcliffe, NV. Roberta was born January 8, 1931 in Dresslerville, NV to Cha...

Arleen M. Mills, 44, passed away August 1, 2013 in Reno, NV. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, (775) 882-1766. …

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A big fish caught by John W. Bond of Gardnerville, NV., pictured with his son Alex. John caught this 28-pound, 9-ounce (39" at the fork of the tail) Mackinaw trout at Donner Lake on Aug. 5th, at about 9:15 a.m. To date, only a handful of Macks have been caught that have weighed 30 pounds or more.

Who doesn't like to collect money? Whether it is a rare Double Eagle $20 piece from the 1800s, an Indian Head Penny or a Nevada Day special medallion, the Carson City Mint Coin Show and Fair will help fill the hole in any coin collection.

Dozens of dealers will buy, sell, trade and offer their expertise with free appraisals during the two-day event Aug. 23 and 24, held this year at both the Nevada State Museum and the Carson Nugget.