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South Carson Street, Carson City area road report for the week of May 25-31
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/24/2020 - 3:24pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 25-31, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, see CarsonProud.com.
Fishing Report: Spring Fishing has begun, Lakes and Campgrounds beginning to open
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/22/2020 - 11:12amHello fellow anglers, welcome to Memorial weekend. As many of you know, Inyo County is closed to fishing until June 1st. But on May 22 the Mono County Board of Supervisors wrote a letter to the CDFW director Charles H Bonham, requesting the reopening of fishing season earlier then their previous request. As of May 23rd, Mono County is now open for the 2020 fishing season, right along Alpine County that opened on May 15th.
For those that will be getting out, Alpine County is open for fishing throughout the county.
Carson Educational Support Association gives 'thank you' shout out to local business supporters
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 12:09pmThe Carson Educational Support Association would like to thank the following businesses for sponsoring and donating to our educational support staff banquet. Although the banquet was canceled due to the Covid 19 pandemic, prizes have been given to the CESA members who won Classified of the Year.
Heavenly Village to re-open at South Tahoe for Memorial weekend, tourism travel still not allowed
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/20/2020 - 1:25pmHeavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe is reopening over the Memorial Day weekend and having a four-day locals-emphasis celebration after being closed since March due to the coronavirus pandemic. The event has been scaled back from previous years as city and state officials grapple with phase 2 reopening, which allows second-home property owners living outside the area to return to the California side of South Lake Tahoe, but not allowing for non-essential travel and visitors.
Carson City woman admits using stolen credit cards; also booked for alleged child neglect, drugs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/20/2020 - 11:05amA 48-year-old Carson City woman was taken into custody Tuesday for suspicion of multiple crimes including burglary, using a stolen credit card, suspected child neglect and drug possession, a Carson City sheriff's report states.
Western Nevada College recognizes 650 students who make up 2020 graduation class
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/18/2020 - 2:22pmAlthough Western Nevada College has delayed its commencement ceremony to honor its 2020 graduation class because of COVID-19, the college is proud to announce and congratulate its list of graduates.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Lane: Mother Nature and her 2020 lessons
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/18/2020 - 12:53pmSince I started walking instead of running I'm enchanted by the simplest things. I guess trading "runner's high" for "walker's enchantment," is not such a bad trade.
South Carson Street, Carson City area road report for week of May 18-24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 1:02pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 18-24, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, visit CarsonProud.com.
Carson City area weather: Late spring storm to bring gusty winds, valley rain and Sierra snow
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 8:54amA late-season spring storm will bring gusty winds, below average temperatures, mountain snow, and periods of valley rain Sunday through Tuesday around the Carson City region, according to the National Weather Service.
Senator Square: Carson High School Class of 2020 yearbook has arrived
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 8:03amEditor’s Note: Patt Quinn-Davis is adviser for the Carneta yearbook. She wrote this letter to CHS staff members to share the challenges she and her student staff faced in finishing this year’s carneta. Quinn-Davis also teaches Honors American Literature and English IV.
Deliveries made to Carson City heroes on the frontline
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 1:52pmFarmers Insurance District office in Carson City has partnered with L.A. Bakery to bring treats to Carson City “Heroes on the front line.” For the past several weeks deliveries have been made to fire stations, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center and the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
Carson City emergency crews respond to crash at South Carson near Koontz
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 12:28pmCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded Thursday afternoon to a vehicle crash near the intersection of South Carson and Koontz streets.
Carson City arrests: 2 held for alleged trafficking, conspiracy after meth and heroin found
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 9:54amTwo men were arrested Wednesday on multiple drug charges including trafficking and conspiracy, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team report.
Discolored water possible in south Carson areas Thursday as public works to make system adjustments
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/13/2020 - 3:53pmCarson City Public Works will be performing water system adjustments the morning of Thursday, May 14. There is potential for temporary periods of discolored water in the South Carson Street, Curry Street area south of 10th Street and north of Colorado Street as well as in Lake Glen Manor.
Carson City sheriff's deputies make drug related, multiple warrant arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/13/2020 - 9:43amA 31-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday for two felony and multiple misdemeanor warrants, a Carson City sheriff's report states.
Reno Hindu statesman Zed to remotely open 7 Utah City Councils, a County Commission with Hindu mantras
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/13/2020 - 1:55amRemotely read Hindu prayers will open the meetings of seven city councils and one county commission in Utah during the next two weeks, containing verses from world’s oldest extant scripture.
Minimum security offender re-captured after walking away from Stewart prison camp in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/12/2020 - 1:20pmUPDATE 2:25PM: Nevada Department of Corrections reports the offender who walked away from the Stewart Conservation Camp prison facility in Carson City was recaptured by the Churchill County Sheriff's Office.
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The Nevada Department of Corrections reports that on Tuesday morning, a minimum security offender walked away from the Stewart Conservation Camp located in Carson City, Nev.
Las Vegas man held in 2013 murder of South Lake Tahoe gas station clerk
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/12/2020 - 12:39pmA Las Vegas man was arrested Tuesday in connection with the 2013 murder of a South Lake Tahoe gas station clerk, law enforcement officials said.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Lane: Short history of Virginia City's lady of the night, angel of mercy
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/11/2020 - 1:17pmAmerica's Red Light District originated in Dodge City, Kansas, where train crews would leave their red lanterns outside when entering a bordello so they could be located in the event of an emergency, and America's madams were quick to embrace this tradition as an excellent way to advertise.
UNR Extension offers webinar for small business on finding and managing money
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/11/2020 - 9:15amRENO — During the COVID-19 crisis, small-business owners need additional support and guidance, as well as opportunities to talk with other small-business owners. University of Nevada, Reno Extension is offering virtual question-and-answer “Coping With COVID-19 Town Halls” for small businesses every Wednesday, and webinars on specific topics for small businesses every Friday.
South Carson Street Project, Carson City area road report for week of May 11-17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/10/2020 - 10:02amHere is the South Carson Street Project schedule and Carson City area road report for the week of May 11-17, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, visit CarsonProud.com.
Carson City arrests: Driver arrested for suspicion of second DUI
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/07/2020 - 10:46amA Carson City woman was arrested Wednesday for misdemeanor suspicion of a second DUI and failure to maintain a traffic lane, a sheriff's booking report states.
Teacher Appreciation Week celebrated in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/07/2020 - 9:07amIf there ever were a silver lining amid a pandemic, many parents, forced into homeschooling their children via Remote Learning, may have discovered a new found appreciation for teachers. For National Teacher Appreciation Week in Carson City, principals, office managers and administrators alike have also found novel ways to recognize and celebrate educators.
Suspect in chase from Carson City to Douglas displayed fake badge, posed as FBI agent
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/06/2020 - 2:18pmOn Friday, May 1, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office was advised that the Carson City Sheriff’s Office was pursuing a stolen vehicle south bound on Highway 395 entering Douglas County.
Emergency crews respond to crash at South Carson Street near Old Clear Creek
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/04/2020 - 2:44pmCarson City sheriff's deputies and the Nevada Highway Patrol were called Monday afternoon to a vehicle crash in the 5600 block of South Carson Street near Old Clear Creek Road.
Carson City sheriff's investigators seek identity of pair suspected of stealing merchandise
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/04/2020 - 11:56amCarson City Sheriff's Office investigators are asking for the public's help in identifying two people suspected of stealing merchandise from a store in the 1400 block of South Carson Street.
Virginia City aims to rise again: Historic Comstock mining town eager to welcome visitors back
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/03/2020 - 2:27pmVirginia City, Nev., once a boomtown responsible for producing more than $700 million in mined gold and silver ore from the Comstock Lode, is today primarily driven by tourism. Its main street is lined with mom and pop shops, restaurants and businesses with owners who’ve called this small mountain mining town their home for years.
South Carson Street, Carson City area road report for week of May 4-10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/03/2020 - 10:40amHere is the South Carson Street and Carson City area road report for the week of May 4-10, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, please visit CarsonProud.com.
Second vehicle pursuit in two days ends Saturday in Gardnerville with 2 arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/03/2020 - 10:22amA vehicle pursuit with law enforcement, the second in two days, ended Saturday with arrests in the Gardnerville area, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
Our friend the bat can vanquish 1,000 mosquitos per hour: Here's how to attract them to your yard
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/02/2020 - 8:30amI don’t know about you, but the one thing I hate about Spring and Summer are the return of the dastardly mosquito. I’ll be having a perfectly lovely time out in my garden or with my family around the grill, and later when I’m getting ready for bed I’ll find a thousand itchy bites all over my legs and arms.