Nevadans encouraged to collect unclaimed property on 'unclaimed property' day Wednesday (2024)

Nevada Builders Alliance, Friends of Sutro Tunnel partner for Dayton barbecue at tunnel

Announcements - Monday, August 19, 2024 - 8:46am

Nevada Builders Alliance, the state’s largest construction and building trade association, and Friends of Sutro Tunnel Charity, a non-profit focused on preserving and restoring the historic site in Dayton will hold their second ‘Meat and Drink’ event hosted at the Sutro Tunnel.

Carson Country youth bowling sign-ups underway

Announcements - Monday, August 19, 2024 - 7:36am

Are you looking for a fun activity for your kids? Carson Country youth bowling league sign-ups are now open for ages 3-18. Registration and weekly fees vary by location. Youth league bowling offers scholarship money as prizes, community give back and tournaments.

Carson City area photographers chase insects and bugs for monthly competition

With a prompt of "insects and bugs" Carson City area photographers took to their backyards, gardens and trails in search of the winged and un-winged creatures of summer.

Lake Tahoe Summit: Transportation, trail projects aim to help with overcrowding

Nevada Politics - Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 2:10pm

For decades, the question of how to connect Lake Tahoe Basin’s small cities and tourist destinations — separated by the vast lake and a rugged mountain landscape — has presented a challenge.

Photos: A perfect morning walk along the Carson River

Cooler weather and fewer mosquitos make for a great walk by our beautiful Carson River. Scroll and click photos to enlarge.

Stagecoach armed robbery results in three arrests, two suspects remain at large

The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office responded Saturday, 11 p.m. to the area of US Highway 50 and Apache Drive in Stagecoach for a reported armed robbery. Upon arrival, deputies learned the adult male victim had been robbed at gunpoint by two other adult male subjects, at a residence in the 8800 block of US Highway 50.

Arts and Entertainment - Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 10:58am

Jazz & Beyond Carson City Festival continues its 11-day stretch today, Sunday, August 18 with live music, cowboy poetry and more at Silver Saddle Ranch.

Reminder: Carson High, middle schools require cellphones to be locked in pouches during class

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce a new school-based initiative aimed at enhancing the educational environment and minimizing distractions in classrooms. Starting Monday, August 19, 2024, all middle and high school students will be required to place their cellphones and other smart technology devices in locking pouches during school hours.

Nevada's back-to-school spending to eclipse $525 million; electronics continue to lead in expenditures

Nevada families are poised to spend $525.1 million on back-to-school preparations this year, according to the Retail Association of Nevada. Compared to one year ago, total spending is down 0.5 percent.

Concert by Moxy Ruckus at Dangberg Historic Park

Arts and Entertainment - Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 7:18am

On Thursday, August 22, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Moxy Ruckus, featuring Monique Haviland, will perform a Big Hair Eighties Review concert at Dangberg Historic Park.

Carson City road report for week of August 19-25

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of August 19-25, 2024. Closures and lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Carson City Sheriff's Office offers safety reminder as students return to school Monday

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office would like to remind everyone that the new school year starts on Monday, August 19, 2024. Our School Resource Officers and Traffic Units will be teaming up to monitor and enforce all school zone laws for this school calendar year.

Monday deadline for Carson City community survey on existing, future sports utility fields

The Carson City Parks, Recreation, & Open Space Department seeks public input, especially from the local sports community, regarding the city’s sports fields.

Dangberg speaker Glen Whorton takes on 'The Great and Not Great Escapes' from historic Nevada State Prison

Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 3:12pm

On Saturday, August 24, from 10 to 11 a.m., Glen Whorton of the Nevada State Historic Prison Preservation Society, will speak on “The Great and Not So Great Escapes.”

Gardnerville begins Full Circle Compost pilot program, asks residents to be mindful of green-waste contamination

Each year, the Town of Gardnerville collects more than 450 tons of green waste from its residents. The green-waste program started in 2000 as a free service to Town residents as the Town was able to dispose of its green waste at Bently Ranch free of charge.

Gusty winds prompt Red Flag fire weather warning for Carson City, surrounding counties

With anticipated gusty winds and low humidity, the National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning for Carson City and surrounding counties though Saturday.

Law enforcement agencies prepare for upcoming unauthorized car event at Lake Tahoe

The South Lake Tahoe Police Department, in partnership with the California Highway Patrol, Douglas County Sheriff’s Department, El Dorado County Sheriff's Department, Nevada State Police, and the U.S Forest Service Law Enforcement branch will be out in force August 21 through August 25, in response to the unauthorized car event called Lake2O.

Photos: Young coyote mugs for camera at Carson City's Silver Saddle Ranch

A young coyote has a photo session in the morning light Friday at Silver Saddle Ranch in Carson City.

The Lion King presented by CBP Aerial Arts exceeds expectations in Carson City performance

Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 7:30am

On Saturday, August 10, CBP Aerial Arts, an authentic and professional aerial arts studio in Gardnerville, presented its 2024 Annual Production, The Lion King, at the Carson City Community Theater, Bob Boldrick Theater.

Carson City women's drum circle happening Saturday

Announcements - Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 6:26am

Women's drumming is this Saturday, August 17 at 10 am, in a shady spot by a Carson City playground. Please join us for upliftment, self-expression, and mutual support. All levels of drumming experience, or none, are welcome.

Douglas County deputies arrest armed robbery suspect out of Los Angeles

On Friday, August 16, 2024, at approximately 12:36 a.m., the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) was asked by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to be on the lookout for a black Mercedes GLC SUV believed to be travelling north on U.S. 395.

Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 10:49am

On Saturday, Aug. 17 Nashville country-rock duo Lance & Lea will headline the Levitt AMP concert at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.

Eight Carson City youth graduate 10-week wilderness program

DETR: Nevada sees a loss of jobs; Unemployment rate slightly increases

According to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s (DETR) July 2024 economic report, Nevada’s unemployment rate increased by 0.2 percentage points to 5.4 percent and the state saw a decrease of 1,500 nonfarm jobs.

Carson City Community Garden Talks with UNR Extension Master Gardeners continues Aug. 20

Join UNR Extension Master Gardeners at the Carson City Community Garden for our monthly Garden Talks.
Topic: Technology in the Garden.

Friends of the Nevada State Museum Hosts Tin Cup Roundup Barbecue Sept. 21

Calling All History Buffs! The Friends of the Nevada State Museum invites the community to celebrate Nevada's rich history and support a worthy cause at the Tin Cup Roundup Barbecue.

Lyon County Sheriff’s Office asks for public’s help identifying skimmer suspects

On August 15, 2024, at approximately 2:07 PM, Lyon County Deputies responded to the Dollar General Store, located at 101 Ambrose Ln. in reference to a subject who attempted to place a credit card skimming device on the card reader in the store.

6th annual Silver State Art Festival returns to Carson City's Fuji Park Sept. 6 - 8

Arts and Entertainment - Thursday, August 15, 2024 - 5:01pm

Nevada Gourd Society is hosting the 6th Annual Silver State Art Festival, September 6-8, 2024, in Fuji Exhibit Hall and Park, Carson City (across from Costco).

Carson City deputies arrest man for exposing himself to teenaged daycare worker

A 43-year-old man was arrested for felony indecent exposure in front of minors, gross misdemeanor indecent exposure, and failure to register as an ex-felon.

Carson Tahoe Health will no longer take current Nevada State workers' health insurance

According to an email sent to Nevada State employees Wednesday, Aug. 14, Carson Tahoe Health has decided to no longer take current Nevada State PEBP insurance.