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No sympathy for voters’ apathy: Your vote matters

What’s happened to us? Many citizens of Carson City were whining after the results of the June 5 primary, even the complacent “registered” 3,305 non-voters, who didn’t brave the sunny weather.

Know Your Ballot Carson City: Question 6, Renewable Energy

On Nov. 6, Nevadans will face the final question on the ballot, Question 6. If adopted, electric utility companies would be required to acquire 50 percent of their electricity from renewable resources by 2030.

Carson City sheriff's crime log: Man gives false name, kicks deputy during arrest

A 20-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of felony providing false information to avoid prosecution, preventing or dissuading a victim from reporting a crime, and gross misdemeanor battery on an officer, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Carson City events, happenings and more for Thursday, Sept. 27

The weekend is not only around the corner but the roar of Street Vibrations arrives today, Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018, at Battle Born Harley-Davison in Carson City. Among today's other featured events are a Muscle Powered hike, a talk about time management strategy at Rustically Divine and a reading of "Alice in Wonderland" where the Carson City Library is highlighting those celebrated book classics that have been banned at one time or another in history. Read on for more.

Carson City man jailed after allegedly hitting juvenile with vehicle, leaving the scene

A 58-year-old Carson City man was arrested for suspicion of misdemeanor hit and run and having no current proof of insurance after an incident Tuesday morning in which a juvenile was hit by a vehicle and left the scene.

Nevada conservation department employees donate to Wild Animal Infirmary for Nevada

The employees at the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in Carson City have two fundraisers annually for area non-profits. This year, our staff raised $1,800, and one of the nonprofit recipients is the Wild Animal Infirmary for Nevada, also known as WAIF.

Carson City emergency crews respond to vehicle hit and run involving juvenile pedestrian

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Tuesday morning to a vehicle hit and run accident involving a juvenile pedestrian near the intersection of Nye and Northgate streets.

Summer gone to dogs at Carson City Aquatic Facility

Fall is officially here and summer has gone ... to the dogs.

Area canines and their owners gave summer and the outdoor pool at the Carson City Aquatic Facility a proper send off Saturday during the Carson Animal Services Initiative (CASI) Pooch Plunge, an annual fundraiser that helps "Critter Fixer," a low-cost spay and neuter voucher program run by CASI.

First day of Autumn: Fall in for events around Carson City Saturday, Sept. 22

Mother Nature and Father Time often don't agree here in Northern Nevada. While the calendar marks today as the official start to Fall, the weather still feels like summer.

Muscle Powered announces Carson City area student winners in 'No Zombie Texting' contest

CARSON CITY — Winners in the No Zombie Texting Video Competition have been announced. Muscle Powered, a nonprofit advocacy organization that works to make Carson City safer for pedestrians and cyclists announced the awards this week.

Happenings and events around Carson City for Tuesday, Sept. 18

Enjoy the last few days of summer as fall is around the corner. Today is Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018. Today brings the second and final volunteer training event at the Nevada State Museum, morning and afternoon hikes and walks, a rally at the capital, a fundraiser at Mills Park, plenty of art exhibits and more.

Personal Best: Carson City athletes turn out for Kiwanis Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day

Carson City residents turned out in all ages, shapes, fitness and strength spectrums Saturday for the fifth annual Carson City Kiwanis Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day.

Column: No easy answers to housing crisis in Carson City, region

Housing should not be a privilege afforded only by those who can pay for it.

Shelter actually meets the physiological need for warmth as well as the emotional need for safety and security, per renowned American psychologist Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs pyramid.

Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Deputies make multiple battery arrests Saturday

A 26 year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday morning at 3 a.m. in the 100 block of Manzanita Terrace on felony third-offense domestic battery, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy said.

Senator Square: Carson High School cycling team excels at Rattlesnake Roundup

Blue plaid jerseys with a capital emblem line the trail. Cheers and words of encouragement echo past. My heart is pounding in my chest; my eyes are focused on the path ahead, silently cursing my greatest enemy: the sun. On Sept. 9, the Carson High School Senators Cycling team competed at Rattlesnake Roundup, a Hidden Valley race course.

Nevada Department of Public Safety to hold hiring event Sept. 22 in Reno

Event Date: 
September 22, 2018 - 7:30am

The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) will hold a hiring event in Reno Sept. 22 for candidates seeking a career in law enforcement and public safety.

Silver State Classic returns to Ely for 30th year of racing

For car racing enthusiasts, the Silver State Classic Challenge may seem too good to be true. An open-road race on a closed public highway? And I can drive my street car as fast as I want? But it is true, and car enthusiasts from around the world flock to Ely, Nev., every year to live that dream. In many ways, the town offers a dreamlike setting for this very unique event.

Light After Dark run and walk to benefit Advocates to End Domestic Violence set for Oct. 20

Event Date: 
October 20, 2018 - 6:00pm

Advocates to End Domestic Violence, the crisis shelter in Carson City for victims and families of domestic and sexual violence, will host its annual Light after Dark benefit 5K and 10K walk and run on Saturday, Oct. 20 at Riverview Park.

Local family organizes picnic Tuesday at Mills Park for member with leukemia

Event Date: 
September 18, 2018 - 11:00am

A family has organized an event to support a member of their family, Jesus Perez Sanchez, who is being treated for leukemia. It will be a picnic in Mills Park on Tuesday, Sept. 18. The food will be all-Mexican and the event will run from 11 am to 7 pm. Tickets are $5, but all donations will be welcomed.

The ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada encourages all students to attend.

Carson City arrests: Man with protection order for stalking found hiding in victim’s home

A 32-year-old Genoa man was arrested Wednesday, 2:45 a.m. at an Industrial Park Drive residence for gross misdemeanor suspicion of violation of a temporary protection court order, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Carson City's Local Business Spotlight: Play Your Own Music

Next year, Vincent Gates, the owner of Carson City’s local music shop, Play Your Own Music, is celebrating his 30th year in the music business.

Dave Matthews Band dedicates Tahoe show to ‘Roi’

Dave Matthews Band, jam rockers extraordinaire, put the cherry on a historic season for Harveys Outdoor Arena on the shores of Lake Tahoe on Friday, Sept. 7, capping a concert season of heavy-hitter acts unlike any other.

Nevada Artists Association opens Carson City Autumn art show

Event Date: 
September 10, 2018 (All day)
September 17, 2018 (All day)
September 24, 2018 (All day)
October 1, 2018 (All day)
October 8, 2018 (All day)
October 15, 2018 (All day)

The Nevada Artists Association opened its annual "Autumn" art show on Sunday, Sept. 9. The exhibit will run through Oct. 19, 2018.

Things to do around Carson City on Sunday, Sept. 9

If your Sunday plans are still up in the air, consider a short trip to Reno very early in the morning to catch the final day of the 2018 Great Reno Balloon Race. Glow Show and Dawn Patrol start around 4:30 a.m. and Mass Ascension takes place by 6:30 a.m.

Carson City IHOP shooting memorial run joined by friends, family of those lost

Thursday morning marked seven years since the 2011 IHOP shooting in Carson City, which left three Nevada Guard members and one civilian dead.

Thursday, Sept. 6: Things to do around Carson City

Welcome to Thursday Carson City. It is Sept. 6, 2018. Today’s events are related to fitness and hikes, a memorial walk and run, plus art showings and business and family support group meetings.

Carson City work crew knocks down small brush fire on Highway 50 East

Carson City Fire Department was called Wednesday morning to a brush fire on Highway 50 East near Deer Run Road that was quickly extinguished.

Nevada Guard to commemorate IHOP victims Thursday in Carson City run and walk event

Event Date: 
September 6, 2018 - 7:00am

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Guard is set to host a memorial run and walk this Thursday, Sept. 6, to commemorate the victims of the International House of Pancakes shooting that occurred in 2011.

Monday Labor Day 2018 happenings around Carson City and beyond

Don’t let finding something fun for Labor Day be laborious, just keep reading. Virginia City hosts a noontime parade to celebrate. You’ll want to stick around as the Comstock Civil War Reenactors wage a “Battle for ‘C’ Street.” Join your neighbors at the St. Peter’s Episcopal Church for the annual Interfaith Potluck Picnic and food drive for Friends in Service Helping (FISH).

International Camel and Ostrich Races return to Virginia City for 59th year Sept. 7-9

Virginia City has come to be known for embracing the strange, the odd, and the downright weird.

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