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CARSON CITY, Nev. – Daytime single lane closures, followed by a 10-day intersection closure, will begin Monday, April 23 on State Route 88 at Centerville Lane in Douglas County as the Nevada Department of Transportation installs a traffic roundabout.

With soggy weather here, some cancellations are inevitable. One thing you can count on, however, is the monthly Downtown Business Association’s wine walk; it’s a rain, shine, or blizzard event. Stay dry and well-fed with the Kiwanis annual BINGO Spaghetti Feed at the Carson Senior Center. The Brewery Arts Center hosts some pretty amazing vocalists for their newest fundraiser, ‘Evening with the Divas.’ Keep reading for even more Carson City, Carson Valley, and Dayton options.
SATURDAY:

Coming April 7 at 9 PM to Sassafras Resturant in Carson City is a Side Show Freak Show Rock Concert called ASYLUM.

Live rock music, aerial acts, pole sport, comedy, scorpions, knives and more! Let us entertain you while you enjoy your drink and perhaps come early to dine from an eclectic variety of food from Sassafras. Cost of the show is only $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Be prepared for one night you won't forget and comedy that just might hit home!
Visit www.AsylumSideShow.com to get your tickets!

A 37 year-old Carson City man was arrested at 4:20 a.m. Saturday morning in the area of Koontz Lane and South Carson Street on possession of a dangerous weapon, a gross misdemeanor, as well as misdemeanor reckless driving and first offense driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy said.

We have been waging a battle with gray tree squirrels getting into our bird feeder.

First it was bears, now it’s squirrels!

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Wednesday afternoon to a vehicle crash in the area of South Carson and West Overland streets.

As you drive along Highway 395 during the holiday season, there’s a good chance you’ve noticed the little wooden reindeer wrapped in lights. Those are the Willow Reindeer, and it’s an art project that gets bigger every year.

Hundreds of handcrafted willow reindeer are installed along 62 miles of Highway 395, spanning from south of Gardnerville all the way north of Reno. And now it’s time for them to head back to the North Pole, but it’s a task too large for one man.

As we get ready to ring in 2018 and say goodbye to 2017, we want to reflect briefly on the history of the New Year celebration and amuse you with some fun historical facts.

One of the most notable celebrations is that in Times Square in Manhattan. This has been an annual event in New York since 1907.

Nearly every television station will broadcast the “ball drop” in Times Square: A large, lighted crystal ball sliding down a 77-foot pole over the course of the last minute of the year. When the ball reaches the bottom, it is the New Year.

The Carson Mall is pleased to host Santa Claus, but we all know he soon must leave to tend to his important duties at the North Pole. If you haven’t yet had a visit or photo with Santa, here are the times for you:

One thing was evident as the special Polar Express Train departed the depot east of Carson City: You don't have to have kids with you to enjoy the annual holiday favorite on the historic V&T Railroad.

A cat stuck on a power pole brought a lot of attention to a Winnie Street apartment complex Thursday with the Carson City Fire Department showing up to see to it the cat came down safe. Or in this case, it fell into the safe hands of two Carson City firefighters holding a tarp.

With Thanksgiving just days away, the holiday season is just around the corner. The annual Holiday Craft Fair at Carson High features a plethora of handmade and locally crafted gifts for the loved ones on your shopping list. Take the plunge at the Carson Aquatic Center if you want to get a picture with Scuba Santa. Grab a coat, some friends, and your ID and head downtown for this month’s beer crawl. $15 gets you a glass and your first beer, from there you’ll pay only $1 for refills at several watering holes. There’s even more to enjoy this weekend, so keep reading for your options.

Carson City schools are hosting a number of Veterans Day events Thursday to recognize and honor military men and women including display projects on the lawn at Carson Middle School. Veterans from all branches of military service are invited to view, or attend any of these events including local students and their families.

Carson City students will recognize and honor military men and women this week with Veteran’s Day displays and events. Veterans from all branches of military service, as well as families of students, are encouraged to attend. Campus visitors should check in at the front office at each school site.

CARSON CITY — Less than a month from opening night, The Polar Express Train Ride is on its way to another sold out season. Even with additional dates this year, tickets to the popular holiday train are more than 70 percent purchased. Families are encouraged to purchase tickets now for a magical trip running from Nov. 18 through Dec. 30.

A 25-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Thursday for a misdemeanor warrant out of Douglas County, driving with a license revoked for DUI and failure to yield, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Veterans Healing Camp cordially invites the community to a special Flag Raising Ceremony with bagpipe music and free concert on Saturday, Nov. 18 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Veterans Healing Camp property located at 1775 East US Highway 50 in Silver Springs.

The Carson High School HOSA, Future Health Professionals had a Health Career Display Competition with 34 teams from 3 Health Science II classes. Each was judged on the display board’s information, artistic value and originality as well as a 5 minute oral presentation.

Celebrate Oktoberfest with real European style and FREE. September 30 from 3 to 10 pm at the Fox Brew Pub, 310 Carson Street, Old St Charles Hotel across from Capitol.
*Authentic Music, band in colorful costume
*Dancing, ‘the chicken dance, the Harvest Ribbon pole dance
* Beer Stein Competition & much much more.

Emergency dispatch reported at around 1:30 p.m. an unknown injury vehicle accident on North Carson Street in front of Meek's Lumber and Hardware store.

Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park will take applications for firewood permits this week, Sept. 18-22 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

A 34-year-old Carson City man faces robbery and drug charges after he allegedly pulled a large knife on Walmart security Saturday when they confronted him for shoplifting, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

The historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad and Railway Commission in partnership with Rail Events, Inc. through Warner Brothers Consumer Products, Inc. is looking to cast additional actors and actresses for their annual production of “The Polar Express” train ride for the 2017 season.

A 41-year-old transient was arrested Monday for felony suspicion of providing false identification to avoid prosecution and being a fugitive from justice, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

The historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad and Railway Commission in partnership with Rail Events, Inc. will hold auditions for their annual production of “The Polar Express” train ride for the 2017 season.

UPDATE: 11:12AM: A Carson City Sheriff's deputy is now reporting that the traffic signal at Robinson and Stewart streets is now operational.
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A power outage at the traffic signal located at Stewart and Robinson streets is apparently ongoing this morning, according to members of the Carson City Sheriff's Office and emergency dispatch.

Hello fellow anglers, is it hot enough for you? Recently it has felt like the line from that Mark Chesnutt country song, where he sings "It's Too Hot to Fish."

Carson City Fire Department was called late Tuesday morning to a report of a small fire in the 2000 block of California Street.

It is never too early to think about Christmas and the holidays and this last week of June is no exception with the launch Monday of ticket sales aboard the 2017 Polar Express via the V&T Railway.

Hello fellow anglers, it is now officially summer time and we are feeling it. When the temperatures reach 90 in Tahoe, It is time to fish the higher lakes. I hope you had a special time last week on Fathers Day.