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Carson City sheriff’s deputies routinely wear life protective clothing in the line of duty. Now, five four-paw members of Carson City’s Sheriff’s canine team have added safety too, thanks to a local veterinary hospital.

The dogs were outfitted recently with bullet and knife-protected, strike-rated vests as part of a fundraising effort by Sierra Veterinary Hospital on Saliman Road in Carson City.

Carson City Library will host award-winning photographer, writer-adventurer and public speaker Rick Gunn on Sunday, August 9, 2 p.m. in the Library Digitorium.

Over the last 20 years Gunn’s work has appeared in countless books, websites and publications including People, Wend, Adventure Sports Journal, Adventure Cyclist, USA Today, and the New York Times.

A 43-year old Carson City man was arrested Monday for felony assault with a deadly weapon and four misdemeanor charges after allegedly threatening to attack an officer with a large bottle of Jack Daniel’s whiskey, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Carson City Library will show the acclaimed film, “Persepolis”, on Sunday, August 2, at 2 pm in the Library Digitorium. The film is a poignant story of a young girl coming-of age in Iran during the Islamic revolution and is based on the memoir written as a graphic novel by Marjane Satrapi. The film is Rated-PG-13.

Assemblyman Richard Carrillo, D-Las Vegas, was convicted of DUI Monday after a half-day trial.But Justice of the Peace John Tatro declined the prosecution request to order jail time for the three...

You can look forward to all kinds of serious problems for the rest of this year and well beyond 2015 due to our prolonged drought.

A 20-year-old Dayton man was arrested Friday at 12:32 p.m. in the 1200 block of Woodside Drive on a felony charge of child abuse causing physical harm or mental harm and misdemeanor charges of domestic battery and assault, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

A 51-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday at a La Miranda Street residence on a felony charge of domestic battery with strangulation, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

The Fourth of July is one of America’s favorite holidays. And why not? Families and friends gather to celebrate our country with food, parades, parties, picnics and fireworks.

Building on its June “Go for Baroque” kickoff series, TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra will continue its 21-concert Summer MusicFest with a series that celebrates the 10th Anniversary of Tahoe’s own Symphony Orchestra and Chorus.

The inaugural Battle Born 1864 Brews, Bikes and Bubbly Nevada Day Fundraiser and 12th Annual Extreme Motor Officer Training Challenge is underway now in downtown Carson City.
Among the motor patrol officers competing from around the region through courses along downtown Carson City streets, there's also classic cars, many local craft brewers and wineries, beer and wine tasting, vendors, food and contests.
Friday's activities include:

The 4th of July is quickly approaching, Sheriff Ron Pierini and members of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office wish to take a moment to remind and educate our residents and guests that the possession and or discharge of fireworks in Douglas County is unlawful and will not be tolerated.

Persons found in violation of the fireworks ordinance face criminal penalties, including a fine of up to $1,000 and/or confinement in the county jail for a period of up to six months.

This Friday and Saturday the Carson City Sheriff’s Office will host its 12th Annual Extreme Motor Officer Training Challenge. During this event Carson Street from Robinson to Musser will be closed as motor officers train with one another on a Peace Officer Standards in Training approved course.

Rattlesnakes have already been active for months due to the mild winter and low precipitation, fostering an earlier and longer snake season. If you enjoy activities that take you and your dogs outdoors, you and your pets may be at risk for encountering rattlesnakes.

A new drug treatment process through Carson City's court system will begin with its first hearing July 2 at the Carson City Courthouse. The goal is to send addicts, especially those who are young, to substance abuse rehabilitation and counseling programs.

After three days of trial, a jury found a 33-year-old Silver Springs man guilty of resisting a public officer with a deadly weapon and assault with a deadly weapon, both felonies.

Florencio Brito was found guilty May 21 at the conclusion of the Third Judicial District Court trial in Yerington. Orrin J.H. Johnson, Senior Deputy District Attorney, and Damian Sinnott, Deputy District Attorney, prosecuted the case for the Lyon County District Attorney.

Happy Mother’s Day, Carson City! Several family friendly events are occurring around town this weekend. Take a ride on the McKeen Motor Car at the Nevada State Railroad Museum or the Ferris Wheel at RSVP’s Spring Fair and Carnival. A Harmonica and Strings Concert at Empire Elementary School showcases what some of our talented students can do. Get up early and head over to the Carson City Airport if your youngster has any interest in planes: Young Eagles flights are happening today if the weather permits.

SATURDAY:

• 23rd Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive (leave your donation of non-perishable food items at your mail box for mail carrier to pick up)
• Greenhouse Project Annual Spring Plant Sale and Live Music with Hick’ry Switch at the Carson High Greenhouse: 1111 Saliman, off Robinson –behind the buses (8am-1pm)

Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval honored two Las Vegas Metro police officers killed last year during the Nevada Law Enforcement Memorial ceremony on the capitol grounds in Carson City on Thursday.

The service honored Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Officer Alyn Beck and Igor Soldo, among the 128 Nevada Peace Officers who have been killed in the line of duty. Police officers from around Nevada made their way to Carson City to pay tribute to the fallen officers.

Ryan Coddington, an inmate awaiting trial in the death of Alea Clark, battered two Lyon County deputies during a routine linen exchange late Thursday night in what appears to have been an attempted escape from the Lyon County Jail, according to the sheriff's office.

Coddington is currently housed in the Lyon County detention facility's maximum housing unit. Both deputies and Coddington were taken to the South Lyon Medical Center and were treated for minor injuries.

The Legislative Building in Carson City will have a prayer session at 7:30a.m. for the National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 7, 2015. The public is invited in addition to the traditional prayer meeting on the Capitol Steps at 11:00 am., which is hosted by the Carson City Christian Ministerial Fellowship.

A spokesman for the Peace Officers Research Association on Monday urged lawmakers not to approve pay raises for Nevada’s elected county officials saying employee bargaining groups haven’t gotten guaranteed raises duri...

Two Las Vegas Metro police officers shot and killed in an ambush while eating lunch at a pizza restaurant June 8, 2014 will be honored in a memorial on Thursday, May 7, at the 18th Annual Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial ceremony held on the Capitol grounds in Carson City.

The service will honor Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Officer Alyn Beck and Igor Soldo, among the 128 Nevada Peace Officers that have been killed in the line of duty. In 1998, the memorial was dedicated on the Capitol grounds to recognize the ultimate sacrifice these officers made in service of their communities.

Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz said Saturday the U.S.-Israel relationship is at a low point because the Obama administration has failed to halt Iran’s nuclear program and bolster Mideast peace efforts....

A 39-year-old Carson City man, Timothy Allen Webb, was arrested Saturday, 11:36 p.m. in the 1700 block of North Carson Street on a felony drug court warrant, issued April 6, 2015 out of Carson City. A 30-year-old man, Randall Jonathan Saucedo, was also arrested at the location on a felony warrant out of state parole and probation. Both men are being held without bail pending hearings, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

A 24-year-old inmate in the Carson City Jail faces a felony charge of battery by a prisoner after a fight inside the detention facility, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

According to the arrest report, Stig Corrin Strong of Minden fought with another prisoner with Strong determined to be the primary aggressor. Video footage showed that he pushed, punched and choked another inmate.

Since the February release of results from a student survey regarding sexual conduct and safety, a number of efforts to strengthen a supportive campus climate, one with zero tolerance for sexual assault, sexual misconduct and other life-damaging actions, have been put in place at the University of Nevada, Reno.

In March, the University launched a 24-hour Sexual Assault/Sexual Misconduct Hotline, allowing students, faculty and staff to report incidents that occur on or off campus. The caller may remain anonymous if he/she chooses. The hotline phone number is 775-784-1030.

A South Lake Tahoe man riding a motorcycle thought he could outrun the law Monday afternoon. But he wound up crashing the bike and faces several charges instead.
Arrested for eluding and speeding, among the charges, was Peter Hall, 50. He crashed the motorcycle on Dressler Road in Carson Valley and was treated for minor injuries, said Douglas County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Pat Brooks.

A 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday 5:52 p.m. at Carson Tahoe Hospital on felony warrant charges alleging sexual assault on a minor and lewdness with a child under the age of 14, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Arrested was Daniel James Sperske, a resident in the 1400 block of North Edmonds Drive. He was at the hospital being treated for an injury. Officers knew he had the warrants issued March 24 out of Carson City Justice Court and made the arrest there. Bail: $150,000.

“Looking for God” — the seven-week long discussion about religion and God lead by experts of various religions/denominations will be launched on May 6 in Minden.

Organized by Shelby's Book Shoppe owner Linda Finch and religious statesman Rajan Zed, it would provide a platform for Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist and Jewish leaders to give scholarly presentation about their faith and approach to the divine and answer questions from a diverse audience. A religion professor will delve into the history and future of the religion.

Carson Tahoe is offering discounted heart screenings for only $50 in April! Take charge of your health and gain peace of mind by getting screened for stroke and vascular disease. Screening dates and locations include:
Carson City - April 7, 14, 16
South Reno: April 22
To sign up, simply go to www.Carsontahoe.com/HeartSmart and click on the screening event date and location of your choice.