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Non-functioning brake lights results in warrant arrest of Carson City woman

A 59-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Tuesday in the area of Telegraph and Fall streets for multiple charges including two warrants and gross misdemeanor possession of prescription medication without a prescription, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Ann Wilkinson, Former Chief of Staff to Governor Sandoval, Named NCJFCJ Director of Human Resources

(Reno, Nev.) – Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval’s former deputy chief of staff, Ann Wilkinson, has been named the new National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges’ (NCJFCJ) director of human resources.

Most recently, Wilkinson served Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval’s administration as an agency executive and as a senior advisor. In her role as deputy chief of staff, Wilkinson’s work focused on healthcare policy and serving as the Governor’s liaison on health and human service initiatives.

Statewide events in May celebrate historic preservation, archaeology

May is a month to celebrate historic preservation and archaeology in Nevada.

Nevada agencies and organizations have worked to spread awareness of archaeological and historic preservation efforts throughout the state, encouraging both residents and visitors to explore and learn about Nevada’s significant archaeological and historical treasures.

The following are scheduled events throughout Nevada:

WNC Soccer Club Competes for National Title

Western Nevada College Soccer Club has qualified for the National Showcase Tournament on Saturday and Sunday in Temecula, Calif. The WNC women are among nine teams in the West Coast Soccer Association tournament at Patricia H. Birdsall Sports Park.

Wednesday, April 26: Things to do in Carson City

Event Date: 
April 26, 2017 (All day)

Today has quite a bit going for it, hard to believe that it’s a Wednesday. Learn more about the Craft Brew industry in Nevada and how to support its growth at the ‘Free My Beer Festival’ at Fox Brewpub. Fritch Elementary School is the beneficiary of tonight’s ‘McTeacher’ Night fundraiser at the South Carson McDonalds; both drive-thru and dine-in orders count. It’s Red vs. Blue in the Morse Burley Gym at Carson High School. The traditional basketball game between Democrat and Republican legislators also raises money for local seniors.

Free My Beer Festival at the Fox Brewpub

Event Date: 
April 26, 2017 - 5:00pm

The Free My Beer Festival is a free event for those supporting Local Craft Brewers on Wednesday, April 26 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the Fox Brewpub, 310 S. Carson Street.

Join with over 20 of Nevada’s Craft Brewers to support Craft Brewing in Nevada. Find out who your legislators are and urge them to support SB130 and AB431.

Carson City emergency crews respond to tree fire on Washington Street

The Carson City Fire Department was called to a residence on West Washington Street across from the Governor's Mansion near the Mountain Street intersection at around 11 a.m. Saturday morning, according to dispatch.

I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: April 22 - 23

Event Date: 
April 22, 2017 (All day)

Holy moly, it’s going to be a busy weekend: busy and gorgeous out. A bowling tournament and the Comstock Shootout Soccer tournament have the hotels and motels busting at the seams. Celebrate Earth Day with Muscle Powered by making a small piece of Carson City that much cleaner; the trash meets at 8 a.m. and leaves you plenty of time to enjoy the day. Rummage and book sales, live music, a fun run and a half-marathon, comedy and so much more await you. Check out the list for all the ways to embrace the sunshine.

SATURDAY:

Carson City native, Korean War vet Don Quilici grateful for Honor Flight Nevada experience

As one of the Northern Nevada veterans who traveled to Washington, D.C., earlier this month as part of Honor Flight Nevada, Carson City native Don Quilici has been left with memories and faces that he will cherish forever.

Tuesday, April 18: Things to do in Carson City

Event Date: 
April 18, 2017 (All day)

The Carson Visitor’s Center has put together a great art walk pamphlet that helps you explore our downtown culture. The Legislature is home to a few rotating galleries; you’ll find lots of local art at the Brewery Arts Center; and Capital City Arts Initiative sponsors shows at the Courthouse, Community Center and in the Community Development building by City Hall. Whether you prefer indoors or outdoors activities, today has something to offer.

Marina V and Athena McIntyre bring eclectic sounds Saturday to Brewery Arts Center

Event Date: 
April 15, 2017 - 7:00pm

The Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1976, presents the eclectic sounds of Marina V and Athena McIntyre.

Youth Soccer Night on Saturday at Pro Soccer Match

Event Date: 
April 15, 2017 - 7:00pm

The Carson Region's only Professional Development sports team, Western Nevada Futbol Club, sits atop the national United Premier Soccer League's Pro Premier Division-Northwest Conference and will be hosting Magic Valley FC from Twin Falls, Idaho this Saturday.

Weekend Carson City arrests made for drugs, domestic battery, probation violation

A 27-year-old man was arrested Saturday for felony suspicion of possession of a controlled substance and three misdemeanors, including a warrant out of Reno Township Court, expired registration and possession of drug paraphernalia, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Carson Lodge Poker Night Fundraiser - Open to All

Carson Lodge Poker Night, Carson City, NV
Event Date: 
April 29, 2017 - 5:00pm

The Carson Lodge No. 1 of Free and Accepted Masons announces it is hosting the Third Annual Mason’s Charity Poker Tournament on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at the Carson Plaza Convention Center.

All proceeds from the event will benefit Masonic youth organizations: Carson High School scholarships, Rainbow Girls, Carson High School Safe Graduation and the preservation fund of the original V&T Railroad Depot.

Carson City, Northern Nevada brace for flooding potential with latest storm system

Gusty winds, valley rain and mountain snow will move into the Carson City region tonight through Saturday morning bringing a potential for some flooding along small creeks and streams, according to the National Weather Service.

Carson City sheriff’s log: Arrests made for parole violation, DUI and theft

A Carson City man was arrested early Thursday morning in the 2200 block of East William Street for felony suspicion of parole and probation violation, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Carson City emergency crews called to moped crash involving vehicle near library

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called to a crash involving a moped on Tuesday afternoon in the area of Washington Street near the Carson City Library.

Coca-Cola helps WNC scholarship recipient Barrera as he assists other students

Living on his own since he was 17 years old, Adrian Barrera has learned a number of skills that have helped him personally, but at the same time has developed selfless human qualities that have enriched his young life.

Thursday, March 30: Things to do in Carson City

Event Date: 
March 30, 2017 (All day)

I hope nobody thought Thursdays were boring: this list will prove them quite very wrong. Art Galleries galore, an author meet/greet, and book discussion, karaoke, and Bike Night at Battle Born Harley. I love Carson City for the wonderful diversity in our many varied interests. Our local game shop, Hydra’s Lair, invites you to movie night. If Star Wars III isn’t your style, then” our worst fears have been realized. We must move quickly if the Jedi Order is to survive.”

THURSDAY:

Column: An Immigrant's Dream

I am married to an immigrant. Among the many definitions that people apply to this word is "a person who comes into a new country".

Carson High School Robotics Team advances to FIRST World Championship

Team Captain, the Carson High School robotics team representing Carson City, has been invited to the prestigious FIRST World Championship, which includes 39 countries, in Houston, Texas to be held next month.

Nevada firm obtains victory in intellectual property lawsuit

... the firm has offices in Boise, Las Vegas, Reno, Salt Lake City and Washington D.C. ... Ametherm in Carson City is looking to hire a Sales Engineer.

Carson City man faces kidnapping charge, allegedly forces victim to drive to California

A 48-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of kidnapping after allegedly forcing his roommate at knifepoint to drive him to southern California, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Carson City school changes culture through art

As Julian Jordan, 8, followed the instructions to draw the face of George Washington Carver in his second-grade class at Empire Elementary School, he recited what he learned about the slave turned inventor.

Carson City arrests: Man jailed for alleged home invasion and burglary

A 26-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of felony home invasion and burglary after allegedly kicking in the door of a neighbor’s apartment, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

A Special Day is set aside to honor Nevada's Veterans and Military at the Legislature

Event Date: 
March 15, 2017 - 8:00am

The public is invited to attend Veterans and Military Day at the Legislature in Carson City on Wednesday, March 15, 2017.

The day-long event starts at 8 a.m. with coffee. The opening ceremony begins at 9 a.m. featuring Governor Brian Sandoval. The ceremony will take place in front of the Veterans Memorial, located behind the Capitol Building.

Yerington student wins Nevada Poetry Out Loud finals

Yerington High School’s Gabrielle Hunt has represented Lyon County at the Nevada Poetry Out Loud State Finals for three consecutive years. Now she’ll represent the state of Nevada at the Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, D.C.

Carson City marketing firm celebrates 5th anniversary, wins NNDA award

Carson City marketing agency, In Plain Sight Marketing LLC, celebrated its 5th anniversary by settling into new quarters at 311 W. Washington Street, ...

Carson City marketing firm celebrates 5th anniversary, wins NNDA award

Carson City marketing agency, In Plain Sight Marketing LLC, celebrated its 5th anniversary by settling into new quarters at 311 W. Washington Street, Suite A, and taking home the Northern Nevada Development Agency’s Mark Twain award for marketing campaign of the year.

Our Founders’ Legacy versus Progressivism

Our Founders and the classical liberal intellectuals they followed got the basics of government right and thus launched two centuries of freedom and opportunity leading to hope, unprecedented economic growth and astounding human flourishing and wellbeing.

However, a century later a counter movement arose and has continued to gain until now, undermining freedom and opportunity and diminishing hope, growth, wellbeing and flourishing.

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