EPA revises the interim decision to use the M-44 cyanide ejection device (2024)

Carson City arrests: Suspected DUI driver leads pursuit, rammed by patrol vehicle to force stop

A 66-year-old man was arrested for suspicion of DUI and felony eluding after leading Carson City Sheriff's officers in a brief pursuit Saturday that ended when a sergeant rammed the suspect vehicle to get it to stop.

WNC grad Krysta Palmer will attempt to qualify for Summer Olympics

Western Nevada College grad Krysta Palmer will attempt to qualify for the Summer Olympics for the second time this week during the U.S. Olympic Diving Trials in Knoxville, Tenn. The 2021 Olympic bronze medalist will compete in the 3-meter synchro springboard diving competition today, Monday, and the 3-meter springboard diving event Thursday and Saturday.

Forest Service, Nevada Division of Forestry create 'Arc Dome' crew to confront wildfire crisis

A new agreement between the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and the Nevada Division of Forestry will enhance safe and effective wildfire response across Nevada. The centerpiece of this partnership is the creation of the joint Arc Dome Wildland Fire Module that is focused on planning, monitoring, and responding to wildfires. This initiative represents in shared resources to confront the wildfire crisis.

Urgent need for early education access in Nevada: State-funded program available

The 2024 KIDS COUNT Data Book, released by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, highlights significant challenges in child well-being across Nevada, emphasizing an urgent need for accessible early education. As Nevada works to improve its rankings in child well-being and education, families face critical barriers to accessing early learning opportunities.

Mile High Jazz Band Association hosts membership party, annual meeting June 30

Arts and Entertainment - Monday, June 17, 2024 - 7:46am

The Mile High Jazz Band Association's annual membership meeting and end-of-the-fiscal-year party will be on Sunday, June 30, at 6:00 p.m., at the Carson City Historical Society’s Carriage House, behind the Foreman-Roberts House Museum, 1207 N. Carson Street, Carson City.

Pine Nuts: Good samaritans, new tech assist in helping homeless

While staying at the enchanting Renaissance recently, I had a view of the Truckee River, and a half dozen homeless folks dwelling there on her silent shores. They pretty much kept to themselves until a gregarious gentleman came along with something to eat that he passed out to one after another until they were all up and around on the riverbank, bargaining and trading with what little they had to offer. This was quite possibly their main meal for the day, and they were exhibiting great gladness in celebrating it.

Northern Nevada backyards and gardens: Cottontails aren’t so cute after all

Rabbits are overrunning our property. Initially, it was cute to see tiny bunnies. While cottontails only live 12 to 15 months, they can have two to six litters per year, each with five to six young. They only have a 28-to-29-day gestation period, and females breed again within hours of giving birth.

Carson City area photographers put 'ICM' to the test for June photo competition

Arts and Entertainment - Sunday, June 16, 2024 - 2:00pm

Going with the theme Intentional Camera Movement, also known as "ICM" in photog nomenclature, local shooters put their camera lenses to the test, producing a number of award-winning pictures for this month's Carson City Photo Club competition.

Announcements - Sunday, June 16, 2024 - 12:04pm

Carson City Symphony Association’s “Strings in the Summer 2024 - Rhythm & Strings” is a weekly program for string-instrument players of all ages and levels. It meets on Thursdays, from June 20 to August 1 (except July 4), from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the Tahoe Room at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive.

Gusty winds, low humidity prompt Red Flag Warning for Carson City, surrounding counties

Gusty winds and low humidity Sunday has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Red Flag Warning for Carson City and surrounding counties.

2024 Carson High Safe Grad thanks sponsors and volunteers

The Class of 2024 was celebrated two weeks ago with a free all-night party hosted by Carson High Safe Grad. This event is only made possible because of the generosity of volunteered time and donated resources made available by the following individuals and organizations (businesses marked by an asterisk).

Carson City area road report for week of June 17-23

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of June 17-23, 2024. Closures and lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Assistant Carson City Sheriff Daniel Gonzales graduates FBI National Academy

On June 6, 2020, Carson City Assistant Sheriff Daniel Gonzales graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA. In a release provided by the FBI, 201 law enforcement officers graduated from the FBI National Academy.

Muscle Powered hosts Wednesday hike along Kings Canyon Waterfall Trail

- Sunday, June 16, 2024 - 6:48am

Join Muscle Powered for an evening hike of Kings Canyon Waterfall Trail in Carson City at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 19.

Carson City emergency crews respond to crash into garage of residence

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called early Saturday evening to a vehicle that reportedly crashed into the garage of a residence in the 3700 block of Woodside Drive.

Carson City Leadership Class of 2024 graduates 23

After nine months of learning just about every aspect of what makes Carson City tick, 23 members of the Carson City Leadership Class of 2024 graduated on Thursday, June 13.

Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 1:29pm

The Jazz & Beyond festival committee announces that the winner of the 2024 poster and program cover art contest is Carol Foldvary-Anderson. Her design, "More Than Just Jazz!" was selected from six entries to highlight the 21st annual Carson City music festival.

Local author to discuss history of Virginia City at Carson City Library

Announcements - Sunday, June 16, 2024 - 11:08am

Join the Carson City Library for an author event that hits close to home with the release of Virginia City V. Bonanza: A Tale of Merging Histories, published by Rowman & Littlefield. Written by Monette Bebow-Reinhard, the discussion takes place Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at the Carson City Library, located at 900 N. Roop St., Carson City.

Sci-Fi short film awards and viewings today in Carson City at Brewery Arts Center

Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 9:37am

Attention film lovers and sci-fi film enthusiasts: Prepare to blast off into a world of imagination and creativity with Silver State Storyteller's Moon Rocks Sci-Fi Short Film Competition happening today at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.

2024 Taste of Downtown Carson City happening Saturday

Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 9:17am

Carson City eateries will take to the streets at the center of the capital city today, Saturday, June 15 for the 30th Taste of Downtown, a long tradition to benefit the city's shelter for domestic violence victims.

Father's Day Powwow continues this weekend at Stewart Indian School campus in Carson City

The annual Stewart Father's Day Powwow at the former Stewart Indian Boarding School Campus in Carson City is underway, continuing through Sunday.

Carson City's Catmandu introduces their Cat of the Week: Lenny

Lenny aka Tommy Two-Tone is a handsome long-haired orange kitty with a sweet face and silky soft fur. He likes people and once comfortable with you, he will purr with delight while you pet him.

Sierra Flats Affordable Housing to open July 9 in Carson City; now accepting applications

UNR Master Gardeners Host Night in the Garden: Community Garden Talks

Join UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Carson City for a night in the garden.

Lyon County Sheriff’s Message of the Week: School’s out! Keep your children safe this summer

Today is the last day of school, which brings on High School graduation across Lyon County. The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office congratulates all of those that are graduating today, and wishes them the best as they enter the workforce, go off to college, join the military or any other adventure they choose to embark on.

Carson City School District summer office hours and online registration updates

The Carson City School District reminds the community that all school offices within the district, with the exception of Carson High School, will be closed from June 17 to August 5. The Carson High School office will be open to help you from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Following consistent issues at Zephyr Cove Beach, paid parking is now required and parking is limited

Two found dead south of Tahoe following search for missing plane

Two people have been found dead after the plane they were in crashed in Alpine County, south of Lake Tahoe. On June 13 at approximately 1 a.m., deputies from the Alpine County Sheriff's Office were notified of an overdue aircraft that had left Lodi, Calif. on Wednesday afternoon.

Teen in custody following convenience store robbery in Carson City

Carson City Election Updates as of Thursday afternoon

Nevada Politics - Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 4:59pm