RENO – Josefina Ortiz-Osty is 1-for-1.
Josefina Ortiz-Osty, coming off a fourth-place finish at last week’s Sierra League Championships, leads Carson High into today’s NIAA Division 1 Regionals at Rancho San Rafael Park.
RENO — The night before Halloween was one big treat for the Nevada Wolf Pack men’s basketball team.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 3:47 p.m., a 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of violation of alternative sentencing, driving without valid license, no proof of insurance and suspended registration after deputies initiated a traffic stop near Woodside and Stanton Drives. Bail was set at $1,750.
City vehicles, including a decision to purchase new police cars for the Sheriff’s Office, will concern Carson City’s Board of Supervisors next week.
MINDEN — Prior to Thursday’s game, Carson coach Blair Roman raved about Douglas quarterback Bryce James.
Rogelio Herrera has gone from playing indoor soccer to becoming one of the most skilled offensive players in northern Nevada in just a few short years.
It was a different Isabella Wakeling that stepped on the soccer field this year. She wasn’t an unsure freshman. She was a confident sophomore.
The battle for the Sprint Cup Championship is providing all the drama NASCAR could hope for, even if it provided some of it itself at Talladega
Today I talked with Cory, The Greenhouse Project manager about aging apple trees at his house that an arborist suggested he cut down and replace with dwarf varieties. Although the apples have always been fruitful, the arborist thinks these trees are almost at the end of their productive years. Cutting down these old, yet healthy, trees may be acceptable from the standpoint of apple production, but since they also serve as shade trees, they would be a great loss in the overall landscape.
Carson City Salvation Army, 661 Colorado St., is holding its inaugural Kettle Kick-off event with food, a silent auction and kettle competition from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 20.
Free events in November are planned at Sierra Place Senior Living, 1111 W. College Parkway.
Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev., says a report issued by Georgetown University is proof the Affordable Care Act is working in Nevada
DAYTON — Dayton’s trying season ended with a touchdown Thursday.
MINDEN — Greg Wallace set the tone for Thursday’s game when he ripped off a 21-yard run, and followed it with a 9-yard burst.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 1:09 a.m., Austin Sannes, 20, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony eluding causing property damage, felony possession of a controlled substance, DUI-first offense, reckless driving and minor consuming after deputies attempted to contact a man in a vehicle near 1800 Spooner Drive. Sannes led deputies on a pursuit down Northridge Drive and Eastridge Lane before hitting a tree and coming to a stop. Bail was set at $24,150.
The group trying to block a ballot vote to repeal the business tax imposed by the 2015 Legislature filed suit Thursday in Carson District Court charging the proposed referendum violates Nevada’s constitution.
MINDEN — Twenty wins represents a successful season for most high school teams in any sport.
Carson area casinos recorded another net gain in gaming win in September. The reporting area, which includes valley casinos in Douglas County as well as the Capital, posted a 1.64 percent increase to $8.7 million, a $140,000 increase from the same month of 2014.
MINDEN — The explosiveness of Abel Carter and the entire Carson High offense was front and center Thursday night.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning... Nevada Wolf Pack basketball is about to embark on one of its most interesting, fascinating and likely most successful eras in its long history.
DAYTON — The Dayton volleyball team will go into its league tournament on a high note after winning two matches to end the regular season.
Craig Fletcher with Mick Valentino at 6:30 p.m. today at Glen Eagles, 3700 N. Carson St. Fletcher with Terri Campillo and Rocky Tatarelli at 6:30 p.m. Friday, and with Gerry Wright and Campillo at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Glen Eagles.
A first grade student at Mark Twain Elementary was rushed to the hospital Wednesday afternoon after accidently poking himself with a possibly loaded drug syringe.
It irked many students when Dayton hired Tom Eck — the school’s night custodian — as the head football coach in May.
The City of Fallon has issued the following business licenses in September 2015. Amanda Brook Allen; Tax/Accounting; Bu: 40 East Center Street; Fallon, Nevada, 89406; Ma: 5950 Hooper Place; Fallon, Nevada, 89406; 775-351-8591; Owner: Amanda Brook Allen.
Ormat Technologies Inc. and Toshiba Corporation have signed a strategic collaboration agreement to develop strategic opportunities for collaboration in the areas of geothermal power generation systems and related equipment.
The Churchill County Middle School Lady Wave basketball players wrapped up their season.
FREE ONE-DAY REGISTRATION All interested young cattlemen and cattlewomen, including spouses who have not yet attended an NCA Convention to participate in the 2015 event at the Winnemucca Convention Center, Nov. 12-14.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . Nevada Wolf Pack basketball is about to embark on one of its most interesting, fascinating and likely most successful eras in its long history.
A couple local high school stars stood out in multiple sports for the green and white, ranging from basketball to track and field. Rachel (Sorensen) Lewis and Haley Dahl Snyder were also good enough to play Division I basketball ... and good enough to stay in the Silver State and play for the Wolf Pack when Lewis competed from 1999-2001 and Snyder followed from 2002-2004.
The Eric Musselman era hasn’t exactly been a whole lot of fun for the Nevada Wolf Pack players so far.
In just a few days, witches, zombies and vampires will be converging on your house, asking for candy. As is the case every Halloween, you’ll likely be merely amused over the sight of these costumed characters. But in other areas of life, such as the investment world, you may need to watch out for some seemingly scary entities. Here are a few of them:
This past week while walking around Liberty Park, I noticed a sleek black cat poised above a mass of weeds in the field. Before I could blink my eyes the cat sprang onto her prey. She was poetry in motion.
Churchill County Senior Center 310 E. Court St. Fallon, NV 89406 775-423-7096
CAC’s Fall Film Series, “Alfred Hitchcock: Three From the 1950s” begins on Nov. 6 and will screen three classic films on consecutive Friday nights.
Every corner of Nevada has stories to experience, something Millennials and Gen Xers seek out when traveling. That’s the message TravelNevada (The Nevada Division of Tourism) is delivering to young travelers in its new fall and winter campaign: “Don’t Fence Me In: More Stories than Souvenirs.”
The Nevada Department of Transportation will begin a project Monday to replace an aging bridge on Harrigan Road (State Route 115) south of Fallon.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office issued a reminder for residents to be cautious as Halloween approaches. Halloween will be celebrated in Carson City on Friday.
Attorney General Adam Laxalt has taken exactly the right action in joining, and now leading, the lawsuit against the Bureau of Land Management, the Department of the Interior and other DOI agencies. The details of the lawsuit document the irreparable harm that will come to many Nevada counties and the State of Nevada.
Beekeeping is on the rise as a business venture, and new beekeepers often are stung by hidden costs.
As free-market economists, we often reflect on the amazing achievements of the past 300 years, and doing so, grow sanguine about what people can accomplish when free to create, innovate, produce and exchange with each other mostly free of government interference.
As the Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company celebrates its 25th anniversary with a long-awaited production of “Mary Poppins,” weekends, Nov. 6 through 21, the company is also reflecting on the impact it has made in Northern Nevada.
Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., recently announced that he won’t seek re-election to the U.S. Senate, focusing solely on a presidential run. He cites frustration with government and the lack of ability at the Senate level to rein in a rogue government as his main reasons. Maybe the following are some reasons.
The Greenwave varsity soccer team ended its season on Wednesday, but not before getting a notch under their belt.
The Greenwave varsity volleyball team said goodbye to its senior girls with a special ceremony on Wednesday.
The Churchill County Commissioners approved a letter to be written on their behalf opposing the proposed consolidation of the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension (UNCE) and the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources (CABNR) under one dean.
Clear skies with temperatures in the 50s, ascending to the low 70s, is the Carson City forecast for the Nevada Day parade., which begins Saturday at 10 a.m.
The following cases have been heard in the Tenth Judicial District Court. A Fallon man charged with stabbing another man on Sept. 9 has pleaded not guilty to five counts associated with the incident.
100 Years Ago Local Happenings. ●The remains of the Alfalfa club building, known as the Allen House, has been removed, much to the improvement of that part of town.
A doctor, a dentist, an architect, a successful business owner, a sales supervisor, an entrepreneur and a pilot … exciting professions for exciting times.
Free help with Open Enrollment from Certified Exchange Enrollment Assisters is available in several locations.
5 Clover Ranch is presenting An Intimate Evening with Lacy J. Dalton, a fundraiser for the Deputy Carl Howell Fund, at 6 p.m. Nov. 7.
Free digital learning classes are planned at @ Two Digital Learning Center at the Carson City Library. Register at the library or at www.carsoncitylibrary.org/use/two-classes.
The Eric Musselman era hasn’t exactly been a whole lot of fun for the Nevada Wolf Pack players so far.
Carson City celebrates the 40th anniversary of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” when the cult classic musical is screened Friday at the Brewery Arts Center.
FOOTBALL Colby Brown (Carson-College of Idaho): Had 4 carries for 8 yards in 63-21 loss to S. Oregon. Dylan Sawyers (Carson-Feather River): Had 3 catches for 13 yards and 4 tackles in 44-14 loss to American River.
MINDEN — Payback was on the minds of the Carson Senators Wednesday in their Sierra League boys soccer regular season-ending contest against arch rival Douglas.
Nevada students’ scores stayed mostly flat in a national test administered every two years, although 8th grade math scores fell and the state’s overall performance continues to lag near the bottom nationally.
MINDEN — With the Sierra League championship hanging in the balance on Tuesday, opportunity presented itself to the Carson High girls soccer team early in the second half.
It was a Senior Night anybody associated with Carson High volleyball won’t soon forget for several reasons.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the help in identifying a person of interest in a theft at the Topsy Lane Best Buy. On Sept. 27, at 7:08 p.m., a man was seen on video kneeling in an aisle next to electronic tablets. The suspect allegedly opens a box containing a tablet and the peripherals, puts them in his pockets and exits the store without paying.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 10:05 a.m., a 52-year-old transient woman was arrested on suspicion of driver’s license revoked for DUI, no proof of insurance, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, violation of bail conditions and violation of suspended sentence after deputies initiated a traffic stop near Nye and Northgate. Bail was set at $7,200.
Wild Horse Children’s Theater is putting on a classic holiday musical whose characters are based on those of “Mother Goose.”
Families are invited to sip hot chocolate and meet Santa and his helpers while listening to “The Polar Express” on the V&T’s annual Polar Express Train Rides, which opens Nov. 19-22.
Carson City Recreation’s Basic Obedience program, instructed by Guy Yeaman, begins Tuesday, Nov. 10, and runs through Dec. 15. Classes are from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fuji Park, across from Costco.
Tahoe/Douglas Elks Lodge 2670’s Annual Spaghetti Feed and Christmas Tree Bingo is planned on Dec. 4 at CVIC Hall, 1604 Esmeralda Ave. in Minden.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 3:40 p.m., a 43-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of violation of restraining order, expired registration and no proof of insurance after deputies initiated a traffic stop near Highway 50 and Drake Way. Bail was set at $3,757.
Sierra Lutheran knocked off Hawthorne 25-20, 25-9, 19-25 and 25-23 in a Division IV volleyball match Tuesday night.
Carson High (7-1 and 3-0) goes for another undefeated Sierra League season when it visits Douglas Thursday in the regular-season finale for both teams.
Retired Public Employees of Nevada, or RPEN, is meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 3, at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive.
From the time a deputy is first hired on with Carson City Sheriff’s Office or Nevada Highway Patrol, it could be almost a year and a half before they get to be on the streets as a patrol officer. New patrol officers for both agencies are required to go through a Field Training Officer program, which is designed to teach officers the experience and training that they will need to patrol the streets.
The Environmental Protection Agency has awarded tribal governments in Nevada $4 million for community programs.
Retired federal district judge Phil Pro has been appointed to the Nevada Gaming Commission.
The holidays will be here soon (sooner than I’m ever ready for). So will “family photo” time, especially for our family, as it’s the only time of the year we all try to be in one place at the same time — if only for a day or so. There have been times when it was impossible — a son stationed out of the country, a daughter who had to work, but we try. We’ll take a lot of group and candid photos. Many of those — the ones that aren’t hidden away in electronic devices — end up in boxes, just as hidden. Unlabeled, unknown, and a total mystery to grandchildren and great grandchildren many years hence.
The Rotary Club of Fallon is sponsoring the Area 10 Foundation District 5190 dinner on Nov. 13 with speaker Jean Irwin, a retired teacher of the deaf and 1989 Ambassadorial Scholar.
Three Nevada photographers — including two from Fallon — and a photo taken in Washoe Valley were named Merit Award winners in RANGE magazine’s annual competition, Outback Roundup 2015.
Although you can’t stop time, the right type and amount of physical activity can help stave off many age-related health problems.
Almost one year to the date, the Fallon Chamber of Commerce, along with other businesses, conducted a successful job fair attended by hundreds of people.
A Fallon woman was injured Monday afternoon at about 5:27 p.m. when an automobile hit her while she was bicycling on West Williams Avenue.
By now everyone knows that 80 percent of Nevada voters voted against the Margins Tax last November and that Gov. Brian Sandoval’s “Commerce Tax” is just a mutated version of it. But here are some things many folks either aren’t aware of or are forgetting about the whole debacle.
I’ve heard the idea of public financing of elections bantered about for many years as a way of getting big money out of politics. I’ve always thought it was a reasonable alternative to what we have now. Well, campaign public financing is now happening — through the back door. The Republicans have so far spent $4.7 million of your tax dollars on committee hearings meant to impair the campaign of Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton.
Before I begin my regular column, I wanted to talk about the gift shop at Banner Hospital. My son Doug and I went to pick up some of my crewel designs from Suzy at Jeff’s. I longed for a box of Sees candy that they sell at Banner’s gift shop.
Nevada Day is a time for our residents to reflect on the Silver State’s past and to become excited about the future.
Seats are still available for tonight’s free public workshop about Monarch butterflies and the milkweed plants they need to survive in the Lahontan Valley.
The Churchill County School District trustees took the first step at their Thursday meeting to examine the first stages in constructing a new music building at the high school.
The National Retail Federation said about 71.5 percent of U.S. consumers including Nevada will celebrate Halloween this year, up from 68.6 percent last year and a record number for the holiday.
The annual Churchill County Parks and Recreation Haunted House is undergoing its annual ghoulish remodeling for this year’s crop of unsuspecting visitors. The haunted house and hayride will be held on Thursday and Friday night with a full moon to guide all those intrepid souls. See page 5 for a list of other area activities.
Armando Navarro pleaded guilty on Tuesday to statutory sexual seduction of a 15-year-old boy. Navarro, 25, was arrested after deputies found the two in a car while responding to a report of shots fired near Cottonwood Drive and Cedar Street. The incident occurred at about 11 p.m. May 29.
Washoe Lake State Park, 4855 Eastlake Blvd., is offering two guided hikes and a full moon hike in November.
A seminar about trees and shrubs and what to plant where and when is being offered Nov. 12 in the Sierra Room of the Carson City Community Center.
Anyone interested in hearing about grass roots politics and meeting with Republican officials can attend Lyon County Republican Central Committee’s next meeting at 10 a.m. Nov. 7 at Fernley High School library, 1300 Highway 95A, Fernley. For more information, call Dave at 775-772-2364, or go to
Michael Hohl Honda is asking the community to help fill Honda CR-Vs with food for area food pantries.
This year’s Gem of a Fundraiser, put on by Capital City C.I.R.C.L.E.S. and the Capital City Arts Initiative, will feature performances by American Idol contestant Molly Seals, pianist Phoebe Yang, harpist Sable Shaw, and the Naughty Tea Mistresses of Nevada.
The Nevada Artists Association opened its 65th Annual Nevada Day Art Exhibit in its gallery at the Brewery Arts Center on Oct. 26.
The Rotary Club of Fallon is sponsoring the Area 10 Foundation District 5190 dinner on Friday, Nov. 13.
Mike Willden, chief of staff to Gov. Brian Sandoval, confirmed Friday the governor’s office asked Carson City to eliminate the seven or eight parking spaces on Musser Street at the north side of the capitol. Asked why, he said, “safety.”
Depending on how the Department of the Interior and the federal court reacts, Attorney General Adam Laxalt’s entry into the legal battle over the sage grouse could be very short lived.
Eagle Valley Trail Committee invites hikers, runners, equestrians, dog walkers, walkers, mountain bikers and other trail users to attend a workshop about trails and trailheads in the Carson City area.
The Tahoe/Douglas Elks is hosting its annual Hoop Shoot — a contest open to children ages 8-13 as of April 1, 2016 — at 10 a.m. Nov. 14 in the gymnasium of the Douglas County Community Center, 2300 Meadown Lane in Gardnerville.
Carson City Farmers Insurance is partnering with United Blood Services to host a blood drive from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at Farmers Insurance, 112 W. Telegraph St.
Residents of Carson City can burn weeds and yard debris from Oct. 31 through Nov. 29, according to the Carson City Fire Department.
In order to ensure children don’t become victims to sexual predators during Halloween, officers from the Nevada Department of Public Safety-Division of Parole and Probation are conducting Operations Scarecrow and Trick or Treat this week in Reno, Washoe County and Carson City.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City FRIDAY At 1:22 p.m., a 44-year-old transient woman was arrested on suspicion of disorderly conduct and Department of Alternative Sentencing hold after deputies responded to reports of a woman yelling at customers in a parking lot near the 1000 block of Carson Street. Bail was set at $150.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office issued a reminder for residents to be cautious as Halloween approaches. Halloween will be celebrated in Carson City on Friday.
RENO — State Sen. Debbie Smith is leading a simpler life as she battles cancer. The Democrat from Sparks was busy preparing for the 2015 legislative session 10 months ago when it was discovered that she had a cancerous brain tumor. After a successful surgery, she was back in the legislature for the session’s final six weeks.
Austin’s House is celebrating eight years of providing care for children in crisis with its annual giving campaign, the 2015 Appeal For Kids.
As fathers, we teach our children to assume most folks are good and to begin relationships by extending respect, friendship and generosity unless they have clear reasons to do otherwise. As relationships progress, they should respond to others in ways reflecting the accumulated mix of good and bad a person has demonstrated.
RENO — One of the smallest players on the roster came up with arguably the biggest play of the Nevada Wolf Pack’s 30-20 victory over the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Saturday afternoon at Mackay Stadium.
RENO — One of the smallest players on the roster came up with arguably the biggest play of the Nevada Wolf Pack’s 30-20 victory over the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Saturday afternoon at Mackay Stadium.
Carson High kept its hold on first place in the Sierra League with a tough 2-0 win over Bishop Manogue Saturday morning at the Jim Frank Track & Field Complex.
If you have been involved in youth or community sports in Carson City the last 10 years, Kyme Brown is a familiar name.
Carson High’s boys soccer team wrapped up second place in the Sierra League and a first-round home game in the upcoming regional playoffs by virtue of its easy 8-1 win over Bishop Manogue Saturday afternoon at the Jim Frank Track & Field Complex.
TRUCKEE, Calif. — You can feel it in the air. No, not the cold, snow-summoning temperatures — not yet.
RENO — Carson High’s volleyball team didn’t dwell long on Thursday’s sweep against Galena.
RENO — Three touchdowns within a span of four minutes in the first quarter on Friday night put Damonte Ranch on track to a 68-21 Sierra League football victory against Douglas.
DAYTON — It was déjà vu for a Dayton offense seeking its first points on the season.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office welcomed a new deputy, officially putting the office at 100 percent staffing capacity.
Matt Kenseth came close to locking into the Eliminator Round of NASCAR’s Chase for the Sprint Cup Championship at Kansas last Sunday.
Brian Polian is hoping his Nevada Wolf Pack football team listens to him this week.
DAYTON — Randall Hutchison, Orlando, Fla., eagled the 18th and final hole for a 2-under par 70 and 19-under 269 total to lead 26 qualifiers who advanced from Web.com Tour Q-School at Dayton Valley Golf Club. Ben Geyer, Arbuckle, Calif., shot a 5-under 67 that equaled the low round of the day to finish second at 17-under 271.
Fallon improved to 8-0 in league play Friday night with a convincing win over Fernley, 33-6, at the Edward Arciniega Athletic Complex.
Soroptimist International of Carson City is hosting a women’s coalition event from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 3 at Tahoe Ridge Winery and Bistro, 1105 S. Carson St.
Carson Valley Community Theatre is holding auditions for “Forty Carats,” a play about Ann Stanley, a 40-year-old divorcee who meets a man in his early twenties after her car breaks down while vacationing in Greece.
Western Nevada College marketing students next week will work with professionals at the Adams Hub for Innovation in Carson City, getting real life business exposure.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 6:14 p.m., a 46-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of trespassing and destruction of property after deputies responded to reports of a man at a residence where he had a lock out order. Bail was set at $650.
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — If you are a photographer, getting your shot on the cover of National Geographic is like a swimsuit model gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated.
The preliminary hearings began Thursday morning for the two men suspected of robbing the Carson City Harbor Freight Tools store at gunpoint in September. Chase Henderson, 25, and Kristopher Robinson, 37, were arrested the first week of October for allegedly entering the Carson Street Harbor Freight Tools store Sept. 19 with guns and demanding money from the store clerk and manager. The two took one manager’s car, which was later recovered by deputies.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 1:31 p.m., a 56-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery near Carson Meadows Road and Musser Street. Bail was set at $3,000.
New Millennium Building Solutions is expanding its Fallon operations, according to a press release from Northern Nevada Development Authority. New Millennium recently began a 2-phase expansion at its current facility and will be hiring up to 17 additional employees during the next six months. New Millennium, a subsidiary of Fort Wayne, Indiana, based Steel Dynamics, Inc., is the second largest provider of steel joists and decking to the United States market and has facilities in 7 states as well as one in Mexico.
DAYTON — Randall Hutchison, Orlando, Fla., tied the course record Thursday with a 10-under par 62 to take a two-stroke lead with a 17-under 199 total after 54-holes of Web.com Tour Qualifying at Dayton Valley Golf Club. Second round leader Nick Delio, Valencia, Calif., carded a 6-under 66 for second with a 15-under 201 total.
DAYTON — Dayton heads home to finish a galling season.
Attorney General Adam Laxalt has joined several of Nevada’s counties in a lawsuit challenging the federal government’s plan to manage the sage grouse population in the West.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning...It’s not Brian Polian’s fault.
The Nevada Democratic Party is accusing Republican Rep. Joe Heck’s staff of misusing an official email account.
Now that we’re well into autumn, the days are getting noticeably shorter. The change in seasons reminds us that time is passing — and it’s important to use that time wisely. When used well, in fact, time can be your greatest gift in many walks of life – and that’s certainly true when you invest.
RUBY VALLEY — Soldiers stationed at Fort Ruby, Nev., in the 1860s did not deliberately sign up for an assignment at the remote, halfway point of the Great Basin.
Kaia Fit, Fallon’s sole women’s-only group fitness program, recently marked its fifth year in Fallon. It coincided with the end of a six-week long session, and to mark the occasion a large group of ladies gathered on the shore of Soda Lake in early October to celebrate their fitness achievements with an obstacle course and a run.
The Lady Wave volleyball team is beginning to look like its old self again, beating the Sparks Railroaders 3-0 on Wednesday, winning the first set 25-14, the second, 25-12, and the third, 25-23.
The Greenwave varsity girls soccer team is putting their losses behind them with a 4-1 win against the Sparks Railroaders on Wednesday.
Singles and doubles players from the Greenwave varsity boys and girls teams represented Fallon at the regional competition on Monday, after the competition was rescheduled from Friday due to inclement weather.
On driving trips to and from Fallon and the San Francisco Bay area, I often pull off I-80 about two miles east of the Nevada-California state line to visit the picturesque village of Verdi and have a sandwich at its community park.
The Wave is first in the league, 7-1 overall and 7-0 in D1-A after defeating Spring Creek one week ago, while the Spartans are just behind at 6-2 overall and 6-1 in D1-A.
The annual haunted house and hayride will be held on Thursday and Friday (Oct. 30) night. This will allow volunteers who work tirelessly on this event to enjoy actual Halloween with their friends and families enjoying the other Halloween festivities held in the community.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... It’s not Brian Polian’s fault. Yes, the Nevada Wolf Pack football team is a disappointing 3-4 with losses to two awful (UNLV, Wyoming) teams.
Brian Polian is hoping his Nevada Wolf Pack football team listens to him this week.
Rivalries exist all over the country, from coast to coast, and it’s not just with sports. Competitiveness is in our nature, regardless of the type of playing field. Whether it’s battling for supremacy on the baseball diamond or trying to outwit a rival company and score a major contract.
Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt gave an overview of his office’s mission and watchdog responsibilities toward the federal government’s overreach at Wednesday’s Churchill Economic Development Authority Business Council Breakfast.
If you are looking for the answer to that question you’ll have to attend CAPS’ annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theater. Tomorrow night at the Convention Center you will have the opportunity to enjoy wonderful food, delightful entertainment and astonishing revelations.
A small group of volunteers gathered last weekend to scrub, sweep, pull, paint and plant in an effort to spruce up a long-neglected property perched at a major intersection in Fallon.
A mystery drama wouldn’t be complete without the touch of a super sleuth who has an uncanny ability to sort out the fact from deception.
U.S. 95 will be temporarily closed overnight between Fallon and Interstate 80 Monday-Wednesday for a Union Pacific Railroad project to improve the crossing.
Northern Nevada Development Authority (NNDA) announced Wednesday that New Millennium Building Solutions is expanding their Northern Nevada operations in Fallon by recently beginning a two-phase expansion at their current facility.
The following is from a New York paper and shows that the Lincoln Highway movies will attract attention throughout the country: A carload of high explosive powder hauled in four wagons and drawn by twenty-two horses, some of them jumping over the chain in making the turn, rounded a corner in the streets of Fallon Nev., recently, displaying to interested spectators a glimpse of the West and her transportation problems in teaming freight to the Nevada mines. Hard following came a stage coach of the style of fifty years ago, vivid in the memory of the West of yesterday. This moving picture is going to offer a greater variety of scenic displays of transcontinental America than has ever before been presented.
Nevada Attorney General Adam Paul Laxalt joined a suit Thursday on behalf of Nevada challenging the federal government’s greater sage-grouse land-use plan.
Churchill County Senior Center 310 E. Court St. Fallon, NV 89406 775-423-7096 Monday-Friday
Carson City Olive Garden is hosting a fundraiser from 4 to 10 p.m. Nov. 3, when 10 percent of sales will be donated to Carson High School’s athletic program.
Craig Fletcher with Mick Valentino at 6:30 p.m. today at Glen Eagles, 3700 N. Carson St. Fletcher with Terri Campillo and Rocky Tatarelli at 6:30 p.m. Friday, and with Gerry Wright and Campillo at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Glen Eagles.
It was a different Johnny Barahona who took the field for Carson High this year, and coach Blair Roman was quick to notice.
RENO — When Carson High met Galena on Wednesday, injuries stopped coach Michael Alvarez from putting his best lineup on the field.
An evening of bluegrass music by The Mountain Girls and Annie Pinkerton is planned at 7 p.m. Saturday in the Brewery Arts Center’s Maizie Harris Jesse Black Box Theater, 449 W. King St.
The Carson Chamber Singers, directed by Michael Langham, begins its 31st season with a pair of concerts — one at 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, and another at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3 — at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 314 N. Division St.
Beekeeping is on the rise as a business venture, and new beekeepers often are stung by hidden costs.
FOOTBALL Colby Brown (Carson-College of Idaho): Had seven carries for 12 yards last week. Dylan Sawyers (Carson-Feather River): Had 1 rush for 0 yards and four catches for 38 yards. He also had three tackles in 62-13 loss to Butte.
Carson City Assemblyman P.K. O’Neill Wednesday reaffirmed what he told the Nevada Appeal in July, that he will seek election to a second term representing District 40.
Thaddeus “Todd” Marvin Smith died in his home on October 12, 2015 in Fallon, Nevada due to his many illnesses.He was 45. Todd was born on May 21, 1970 in Reno, Nevada to his parents, Gerald and Janay Smith. He graduated from White Pine County High School in 1988.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At noon, Katrina Kaufman, 48, and Dale Welch, 47, both of Carson City were arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, felony possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia after deputies responded to reports of a couple possibly selling drugs at the Carson Street Roundhouse Inn. Bail for each was set at $13,500.
Since 1934, Steak ‘n Shake diners have thrived in the Midwest. Now the chain is expanding in northern Nevada. The new owners of the North Valleys Steak ‘n Shake plan to open four more locations within the next five years. They are looking at building stores in the South Meadows area, Carson City, Fernley and possibly Minden. Located at 1140 North Hills Blvd., the first store in the local franchise boasts an old-fashioned diner, take out and drive through options.
With two quality opponents on the schedule next week, Carson needed an easy night on the court.
Carson City Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s help in identifying two men suspected of credit card fraud. On Sept. 18, two male suspects entered the Carson Street Kohl’s and allegedly used a fraudulent ID and credit card to purchase merchandise.
Charles Bose passed away on Tues. morning, Oct. 13. He was surrounded by the love of his family. His life will be celebrated at 4 pm on Fri. Oct. 16 at First Baptist Church at 1750 N. Mountain St. in Carson City, NV, 89703. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Kidz Camp at First Baptist.
Robert King, age 84 of Carson City, passed away on October 8th, 2015. A Celebration of his Life will be held on October 24th, at the Senior Center in Silver Springs at 11am. In lieu of flowers, please donate to his favorite charity:
Audrey Shell of Fallon, NV passed peacefully in Banner Churchill Hospital after living to the age of 89 years. She was born in Kentucky to Robert and Martha Childers.
Frances was an initially reluctant but ultimately enthusiastic resident of Carson City for the past 12 years - greatly enjoying her friends and family, picnics at Lake Tahoe, Blue Lakes and other beautiful local settings, traveling with her travel club or family, especially to San Francisco, Mendocino and Honolulu, volunteering time with service organizations such as Food for Thought and taking classes on the history of Nevada, Carson City and interesting topics at WNC with her friends
Marian Sanderson Barnes passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2015 at St Mary’s Hospital. Marian was born in Tecumsen, Michigan to Leona Sweet Sanderson and Clifford A. Sanderson. Her family moved to Bridgewater, MI in 1943. Here she met her future husband in a one room school house.
Casey Daniel Bess, age 39, passed away on October 8, 2015 at his home in Fernley, Nevada. He was born October 19, 1975 in Roseville, CA to Daniel Clark Bess and Rena Ree Burnett. Casey was raised in California, later moving to Nevada.
Angeline Mercedes Engle Hamm Clark, age, 89, passed away. She was a very loving and extraordinary mother. Married Henry Hamm June 18, 1946, born to this Union were twelve children. Henry died March 11th 1960. On May 5, 1962 she married Charles J. Clark.
Robert A. Miller passed away peacefully at his home at the young age of 94! Born in Detroit on 4 Jan 1921 he was the youngest of three sons (William, Thomas and Robert) of Andrew and Vera (Motherwell) Miller. Robert grew up during the Great Depression and was greatly influenced throughout his life by this tragic era and would remain a frugal man as a result.
Dewey Lee McCarty, Jr., 90, has been a Carson City resident for the past 51 years. Mr. McCarty died Oct. 6, 2015, in Carson City. He was born July 21, 1925 in Hermitage, MO to Dewey Sr. and Gladys McCarty.
Lorraine passed away at Alexander Cohen Hospice House in Hughson, CA on August 11, 2015. Lorraine was born, in Stockton, on October 14, 1918 to Julius and Edith Defosset. She later met and married, Larnard Case, who would be her loving husband for 70 years
Anne was born to Michael and Anna O’Grady in New York on February 13th, 1916 and died peacefully at Home in Carson City, September 30th, 2015.
Charles John Morrow passed away peacefully of natural causes on Tuesday, October 13, 2015. harles was born March 26, 1928 in Pearl City, Illinois to Raymond Dale Morrow and Elizabeth Fugate
Nanette Tracy passed away after a long illness. She served as nurse in the US Army, retiring as a Major. She enjoyed life with a passion for dancing and traveling. She
Robert Ernest Truesdale, 87 of Stagecoach passed away on October 8, 2015. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations. 888-6800
Steve Hale is returning to present a chautauqua performance of Comstock characters at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Gold Hill Hotel, 1540 Main St., Gold Hill.
Jean Marie Proctor Ross, age 90, of Milford, California, passed away quietly in her sleep on September 28, 2015, at the Northern Nevada Medical Center in Sparks, Nevada.
The downtown medians have never looked better. The mums were donated by Costco last fall and planted by the Carson City Parks and Recreation Department in the downtown medians as well as those in North Carson. Shown here is a crew tending to the flowers that will be at their most beautiful for next week’s Nevada Day celebrations.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for their volunteer program.
Andrew Nolan Douglas passed away at his residence in Fallon on October 6, 2015 with his family by his side. Drew was born on June 9, 1939 in Aledo, Illionis to Floyd and Grace Douglas.
Eugene R. Collins, 85, died October 5th, 2015 at his home in the loving care of family. Born in Dilley TX, he moved many times before settling down in Carson City, NV. Eugene and wife Florence called Carson City home for over 25 years and enjoyed the love and comfort of children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
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SPARKS — Kiefer Catron edged McQueen’s Mason Keach to win the individual junior varsity title at the season-ending Spanish Springs Invitational Tuesday at Golden Eagle Regional Park.
Work by a print maker and painter based in New Zealand is coming to Silver City.
Long time Fallon resident Geraldine “Geri” Washer passed away on October 15, 2015. Services to be announced at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of The Gardens Funeral Home 2949 Austin Highway Fallon, NV 89406 775-423-8928.
Joan passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 8, 2015 in Hemet, CA at the age of 81. Joan was born and raised in the Kelso-Longview WA area and moved to San Diego as a young bride in 1954
Donald Myers Trimble passed away at home on Wednesday, September 30, 2015. Donald was born January 17, 1939 in Reno, Nevada. He resided in Carson City for most of his adult life.
A Celebration of Life for Peggy Brown will be held on October 17, 2015 at 4:00 pm. in the Kings Canyon Meadows Club House at 177 Coventry Dr. Carson City, NV.
Paul Malone, 60, was born on Feb. 28, 1955 in Reno, NV to Norma Jean & Jack Malone. He departed this life on October 6, 2015 peacefully at home. He is survived by his wife, Lynnea Malone, his children, Angie Alvarado (Johnny), James
The Nevada JobConnect will hold a job fair for those looking for a full- or part-time job in retail services Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Reno Town Mall at 4001 S. Virginia St.
When you shop for a new car, you don’t just buy the first one you see, right? Of course not. You shop around, looking for the best deal you can get on a vehicle that fits your driving needs as well as your pocketbook.
WNC Community Education & Workforce Development — Employability Skills Training with sessions on Dec. 11-12, March 11-12, June 10-11.
Soroptimist Live Your Dream Scholarship — Local Women, Local Scholarships. Since 1972, the Soroptimist Live Your Dream Award program has disbursed more than $25 million to tens of thousands of women who have overcome poverty, domestic and sexual violence, divorce, the death of a spouse or other life challenges. These funds may be used to offset any cost associated with efforts to attain higher education, including books, childcare and transportation.
A special election to determine if the Truckee Carson Irrigation District should sell its water storage rights and dam facilities at Donner Lake west of Truckee, Calif., has been postponed to at least the end of November.
It’s a long stretch of highway that crosses central Nevada. Those who have driven this two-lane highway have called it vast, lonely and sometimes unforgiving.
A Sparks man was arrested on numerous charges Sunday night for trying to evade law enforcement officers from Fernley and the Nevada Highway Patrol.
I recently had the good fortune to vacation on Maui. When I travel, I’m looking for great gluten-free food, and I was not disappointed on this trip.
Nevada’s overall unemployment rate fell to 6.6 percent in September, a seven-tenths drop over 2014 and two-tenths down from August. Carson City’s rate, however, remained higher, matching the Las Vegas reporting area’s 6.8 percent jobless percentage. Carson was at 7.1 percent in August, so the September number is still an improvement
Dave Cook, a veteran member of the state Board of Education, died Oct. 12 in a Reno hospital. Cook, 65, had suffered from health problems for years including heart problems and diabetes.
End Domestic Violence. “If people don’t know that there are those other resources in town that they can go to. It’s easier to get help on this end than when you cross the line.” One place for families to go is Partnership Carson City. On its website, Partnership offers a list of local places to go for local services from legal services to get out of a domestic relationship, to utilities payment help, to education services.
Don’t just dream about a great job in your future. Start making it a reality by checking out Western Nevada College technical facilities and programs that lead to good jobs.
Paraphrasing the great Mark Twain, reports of the death of the We Decide Coalition’s referendum to repeal the largest tax hike in Nevada history – including that new gross receipts tax – have been greatly exaggerated.
Carson City’s Nevada Fair attracted 28,000 patrons and revenues exceeded the previous year’s Sesquicentennial version, but final results won’t come until November.
The Reno Aces are coming off what President Eric Edelstein calls a “very good season” overall, especially on the business side of the sport. He cites growth in season and group ticket sales, partnerships and community programs and said, “The Aces are doing very well and we’re poised for the future.”
Getting fired from one of my first jobs had me in tears. My mother had been ill and the doctor was coming to our home. Someone had to be there to admit him and stay until he left. Since I worked just a few blocks away it became my duty.
Charles Sehe, now 92, was a teenaged sailor on the USS Nevada when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor during World War II.
READER GIVES THANKS Editor: Fallon is truly blessed to have you, Steve, as editor of our great little newspaper!
Washington, D.C. — Justin Constantine, a wounded Marine who received a Purple Heart for his injuries sustained in Iraq, put together some rules of etiquette everyone should consider when talking with a wounded veteran, whether it’s at a neighborhood coffee shop or a top executive business meeting. By just following a few simple rules you can curb a lot of bad conversational habits when talking with a wounded warrior.
If you work out a couple times a week, you are on the right path to good health. But experts say this can and should be just the beginning of your fitness journey.
Halloween will be here before you know it and we all know that Halloween, to most children, means candy. Avoid scary tooth decay and don’t let candy be a nightmare this Halloween. Here are a few tips to help your little trick-or-treaters avoid the oral health hazards of this popular holiday.
A Regular Meeting of the Churchill County Board of School Trustees will be held Thursday beginning at 7 p.m. in the Churchill County Administration Office, Old High School, 690 S. Maine St.
The Greenwave varsity boys soccer team let slip a near win on Saturday, losing 2-1 to the South Tahoe Vikings in the last minute of play. The Wave’s next match is today on the road at Sparks at 4 p. m., and their next home match is against Elko at noon Saturday.
Both the boys and girls varsity cross country teams from Churchill County High School traveled to Folsom, Calif., to compete in the Bella Vista Invitational on Saturday.
The battle for first place between two previously undefeated Spartan and Greenwave football teams ended with Fallon proving it is a force to be reckoned with, defeating Spring Creek on the road, 38-14.
The suit by the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of several taxpayers argues the so-called Education Savings Accounts are unconstitutional because the state constitution bars public funds from being used for religious purposes or organizations. Most of the private schools involved are religious-based.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — The South Tahoe girls soccer team didn’t let wet conditions on Saturday keep it from delivering a fifth straight league victory.
Laurie passed away September 28, 2015, in Fallon Nevada, where she and her husband Bill lived on their ranch. Laurie was preceded in death by parents, Leo and Vera Sauer and her brother Wayne Sauer, and is survived by her husband Bill, her children Brad (Denise Laxalt) Lingenfelter, Patty Julian, Julie (John Douglas) Lingenfelter, Jay (Patti) Lingenfelter, and Scott (Laura Traxler) Shepard, her twelve grandchildren Katerina, Cara, Marisa, Jesse L., Zoey, Jesse M., Dwyte, Steven, Kevin, Bob, Brett and Kristyn, great grandson Mason, and the many children of her heart who were in need of her special brand of love and care at various stages of their lives.
A celebration of life for Marie Amaral Warkentin will be held November 7, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. with a luncheon to follow. Fallon Convention Center 100 Campus Way Fallon, NV 89406
Rhonda Marie Garaventa, 35, peacefully passed to be with the Lord on October 2, 2015, after a courageous battle with colon cancer, while surrounded by her family. Rhonda was born December 10, 1979, at St. Mary’s hospital in Reno, Nevada to Gary and Melody Garaventa and is the youngest of three daughters. She grew up in Eureka, Nevada, attended Eureka Elementary School and graduated from Eureka County High School. Rhonda continued her
The Attorney General’s Office has filed motions to dismiss the lawsuit challenging Nevada’s school vouchers law. The suit by the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of several taxpayers argues the so-called Education Savings Accounts are unconstitutional because the state constitution bars public funds from being used for religious purposes or organizations. Most of the private schools involved are religious-based.
A preliminary hearing into embezzlement charges against longtime Carson businessman Lenny Chappell is set for Dec. 4. Chappell is accused of taking more than $3,500 from the account belonging to Platinum Plus at Bank of the West and putting the money in the Downtown Business Association’s account.
Local law enforcement is focusing on impaired driving in October as a part of their Joining Forces program. In an effort to achieve the Zero Fatalities goal for this holiday season, Carson City, Lyon County, Douglas County and the Nevada Highway Patrol will have additional patrols on the roads to address impaired drivers and riders in Northern Nevada.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 12:08 a.m., a 48-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery near the 2700 block of Concord Drive. Bail was set at $3,000.
RE/MAX Realty Affiliates has moved to a new office in Carson City at 716 N. Carson St., Suite E. The brokerage will celebrate the new office grand opening with an open house from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday.
A fundraising effort is underway to help Nichole Millim, a 31-year-old Carson City mother battling Stage III lymphoma cancer.
The Carson River Coalition, in conjunction with the Carson Water Subconservancy District, will host a public coalition meeting Wednesday morning.
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office arrested one person following an hour long pursuit in Fernley Sunday night. Deputies attempted to initiate a traffic stop at 4:40 p.m. near the 300 block of Sanida Drive when the suspect, identified as 34-year-old Joseph Williams of Sparks, fled the scene. Deputies had suspected Williams of driving under the influence.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Department is asking the public for help in identifying a suspect involved in a burglary in September. A vehicle was burglarized at Fuji Park on Clear Creek Road Sept. 5. Following the burglary, the victim’s credit card was used by an unknown suspect at the Topsy Lane Walmart.
A Carson City father says educating women and young girls to the signs of domestic violence is the key to preventing it. Greg Kravosec says his daughter, Kirsten Kravosec, had been in abusive relationships for nearly 10 years before her death.
Every October, the spirits awaken at the Frey Ranch Estate Distillery. Two years ago, Nevada’s first commercial estate distillery debuted its brandy and almost one year ago to the day, the first batch of vodka was ready for an open house and tasting at the new 4,600-square foot facility. As fifth generation Nevadans, the Freys — Colby and Ashley — have an encore for this month as they celebrate the one-year anniversary since opening the distillery and presenting a new drink to Churchill County.
Carson’s Jonathan DeLao (Navy JROTC) tries to put the juke on Douglas’ Patrick Kincheloe (Army JROTC) Saturday during a flag football game at Douglas High.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City FRIDAY At 9 a.m., a 58-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of disorderly conduct and civil protective custody after deputies responded to reports of a man stepping into traffic and yelling obscenities at women near the 1800 block of College Parkway. Bail was set at $150.
DAYTON — When the PGA Tour changed the qualifying process in 2013 to make the Web.com Tour the primary avenue to PGA Tour membership, the move was met with surprise, concerns and speculation.
RENO – For the second time this year, the Carson boys soccer team gave Wooster everything it wanted and more.
Carson City Catmandu, an adoption center and sanctuary for cats, needs volunteers to help foster kittens, clean the facility, transport cats for spay or neuter surgeries, fundraise and operate the center’s website.
The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and the nonprofit GreenACTnv are partnering to bring a program about water policy and management at 6 p.m. Wednesday in Minden’s CVIC Hall.
Beneficiaries can make changes to their plan from October 15 to December 7
Three people who died in a deadly single-car rollover east of Fallon Saturday afternoon have been identified.
There has been a ton of talk about Jose Bautista’s bat flip this past week.
A man accused of shooting his mother down in the street is dead, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. Jarek Kozlowski, 28, died Friday night at Renown Regional Medical Center of respiratory failure.
When Blair Roman took the Carson High football coaching job in 2008, he wanted to build a competitive program and be a playoff team.
Carson High got off to an ugly start by fumbling on its first two offensive plays.
RENO — Dayton played third-string quarterback Dylan Torgerson down 33-0 at Wooster on Friday.
Senior Connor Pradere picked a great time to have the best game of his career.
District Judge James Wilson has issued a stay of his order striking down regulations that let employers count tips as part of employee salaries.
A California man was arrested in Carson City Wednesday on suspicion of statutory sexual seduction and production of child pornography. Jared Foley, 19, of Markleville, Calif., was arrested for felony use of a minor in a production of child pornography, felony possession of child pornography and statutory sexual seduction after deputies were tipped off to Foley having sexual intercourse with a 15-year-old girl.
The rain-delayed final season points races at Fernley 95A Speedway last Friday night provided a couple of surprises, but most of the usual suspects took the checkered flags.
Carson High’s Taylor Saarem made a strong charge at a semifinal berth before falling in the quarterfinals in boys singles at the Northern Division I Championships.
Heading into Nevada Day festivities, the Carson City Symphony will open its 32nd season with a program in the Bob Boldrick Theater at 4 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Carson City Community Center.
DAYTON — Seven games down. Zero points scored.
The question that always arises when it comes to domestic abuse is why doesn’t the victim just leave? The reality is for the victim, it’s never that easy. Statistics show it takes women an average of seven tries before they can successfully leave an abusive relationship and fear is often the driving force for why women stay and come back to domestic violence situations.
RENO — Turnabout is fair play.
Was there a murder or wasn’t there? This is a question you will be asking yourself if you attend our Murder Mystery Dinner Theater on Oct. 24 at the Fallon Convention Center.
Plenty of Halloween fun is in store at Carson Tahoe Health’s annual Spooktacular event from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 29 at Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, 1600 Medical Parkway.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning... The Nevada Wolf Pack football team’s cupcake tour is now in full swing. The Harlem Globetrotters had a tougher schedule than the Pack somehow lucked into this year. Former heavyweight champ Joe Louis had his Bum of the Month Club.
The Nevada Wolf Pack and Wyoming Cowboys won’t exactly practice the art of deception on Saturday afternoon (1 p.m.) in Laramie, Wyo.
The Nevada Supreme Court Thursday issued an opinion opening the door for a guest raped by a Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino employee to sue the resort. The opinion reverses a district court order granting the resort operators summary judgment in the case saying given all the circumstances, the rape by Alonzo Gonzalez was “reasonably foreseeable” which, under Nevada statute, makes his employer “vicariously liable” for his actions.
A 15-year-old who ran away from China Spring Youth Camp and reportedly threatened to go to a school to commit a school shooting has been arrested. At 8:30 p.m., Douglas County Sheriff’s Deputies located John Luna and took him into custody. Luna was located in a local grocery store and arrested without incident or injuries. Numerous tips led to his capture.
Editor’s note: Assistant Controller Geoffrey Lawrence co-wrote this column.
The most recent mass shooting on a college campus in Roseburg, Ore., has brought on the expected renewed calls for more stringent controls on firearm ownership. President Obama wasted no time in calling for more bans on firearms even as others said his proposals would not have prevented the Roseburg shooting. As an aside, when he visited Roseburg to promote his agenda, he got a chilly reception.
A group calling itself the RIP Commerce Tax PAC has filed a petition to repeal the new business tax contained in the tax package approved by the governor and 2015 Legislature.
People look at me funny when I say, “Plant now,” in October. This is the best time of year to plant trees, shrubs and even perennials. While this goes against common sense with winter’s low temperatures coming, trust me, plant anyway.
Was there a murder or wasn’t there? This is a question you will be asking yourself if you attend our Murder Mystery Dinner Theater on Oct. 24 at the Fallon Convention Center.
Terri Farley will be the final presenter in the Churchill County Museum’s fall series on Nevada authors. She will speak from 5:30-7:30 at the museum on 1050 S. Maine St.
The Nevada Hospital Association will launch a new consumer-focused Quality TransparencyWeb site that provides statewide information for NHA-member hospitals. The new website is free and accessible to everyone and was created with the goal of giving consumers information on the quality of health care so that they can make informed choices.
All interested young cattlemen and cattlewomen, including spouses who have not yet attended an NCA Convention to participate in the 2015 event at the Winnemucca Convention Center, Nov. 12-14.
The Nevada Wolf Pack football team’s cupcake tour is now in full swing. The Harlem Globetrotters had a tougher schedule than the Pack somehow lucked into this year. Former heavyweight champ Joe Louis had his Bum of the Month Club. The Pack gets to play in the Mountain West for the rest of the year. The Wolf Pack whipped New Mexico last week and this week they get to play winless Wyoming. And after Wyoming the underwhelming challengers will be Hawaii, Fresno State and San Jose State. The Wolf Pack has no right to even think about losing a game before it heads out onto the road the final two weeks to meet Utah State and San Diego State.
National Save for Retirement Week is observed Oct. 18 –24 this year. And this week has some weight behind it, as it is recognized by the U.S. Senate for its importance in encouraging Americans to prepare themselves financially for retirement. Are you doing all you can?
High Desert Grange is having a scarecrow factory and petting zoo at Lattin farms on Saturday, so come visit them. The High Desert Grange’s Junior group and teen mentors went to the Silver State Fair during the summer to show their various animals.
The Sea of Blue Campaign was held in September. Between the months of August and September, as a nation, more than 15 law enforcement officers lost their lives. This campaign shows the support of Fallon’s Blue Line families. Because of the sensitivity of the campaign, the names have been withheld.
Some of the most interesting of Virginia City’s historic sites can be found off the city’s main street. For our final look at Virginia City’s back streets, we’re going to explore directly east of C Street.
The dynamic ensemble, Hot Club of Cowtown, will roll into Fallon for a show at the Barkley Theatre in the Oats Park Art Center on Oct. 23.
The Nevada Wolf Pack and Wyoming Cowboys won’t exactly practice the art of deception on Saturday afternoon (1 p.m.) in Laramie, Wyo.
It wasn’t too long ago when a scrawny, scrappy young quarterback galloped along a football field, frustrating defenses every Saturday in the fall.
Both the boys and the girls Greenwave varsity tennis teams have finished their regular seasons.
As the second half of the season winds down, the Greenwave varsity football team remains undefeated in league play after beating the Sparks Railroaders 48-0.
One week ago, government reporter Christine Kuklica turned off her computer and closed the lid to her Mac for one final time.
A reception for Fallon artist Marie Nygren will be held on Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. at the Churchill County Library, 553 S. Maine St.
Churchill County Senior Center 310 E. Court St. Fallon, NV 89406 775-423-7096
Every October, the spirits awaken at the Frey Ranch Estate Distillery.
Since October 1913, the dairy business has increased about four fold. Practically all the output of dairy products in this valley is from animals which have been imported. The new generation of heifers has not had time to freshen yet except in a few cases. A considerable number of high class dairy bulls have been imported. It will be interesting to note the growth of the dairy industry from the records of the Churchill Creamery. It will be noted that the highest prices for butter-fat have always been during the fall and winter months.
The following cases were heard Tuesday in the Tenth Judicial District Court with Judge Thomas Stockard presiding. Michelle Nicole Davis was arraigned on one count of unlawful use or being under the influence of a controlled substance, methamphetamine.
Attorney General Adam Laxalt is this month’s guest speaker at the Churchill Economic Development Authority Business Council Breakfast.
LAS VEGAS — Nevada regulators ordered daily fantasy sports sites like DraftKings and FanDuel to shut down Thursday, saying they can’t operate in the state without a gambling license.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 7:17 a.m., a 34-year-old Carson City woman was arrested on suspicion of suspended registration, expired license plates, no insurance, suspended driver’s license and failure to appear traffic warrant after deputies initiated a traffic stop near Airport Road and Highway 50. Bail was set at $1,800.
Halloween festivities and complimentary portraits in exchange for new and unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots are in store at Projections Photography’s 5th Annual Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday at 251 Jeanell Drive. The event’s original location at Steinheimer Park was changed due to rainy weather.
Muscle Powered’s next Trash Mob, a monthly effort that clears debris from local trails, is from 8 to 9 a.m. Saturday along the multiuse path that starts on the south side of College Parkway near the Interstate 580 overpass.
An author whose books cover paranormal activity and haunted sites in Nevada is visiting the Carson City Library at 2 p.m. Oct. 25.
In time for Halloween, Carson City’s Proscenium Players, Inc. is reviving a classic comedy about a homicidal family and bringing it to the Brewery Arts Center.
Horrifically common. Widespread. That is how Sheriff Ken Furlong describes domestic violence in Carson City. “It’s our community and we have a problem as citizens identifying that domestic violence is very high. It is so common in our day to day society that it is unbelievable,” Furlong said.
Justin Tschetter readily admits he’s had the Oct. 16 game against Galena circled on his calendar for a while.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 7:32 p.m., a 44-year-old transient woman was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery after deputies responded to reports of a fight near the 1400 block of Carson Street. Bail was set at $3,000.
FOOTBALL Colby Brown (Carson-College of Idaho): Scored first collegiate TD on a 16-yard TD run last weekend. Had 6 carries for 23 yards.
RENO — Carson High got off to a sluggish start, but scored three unanswered goals to knock off Damonte Ranch, 3-1, Wednesday night in a Sierra League boys match.
Gov. Brian Sandoval left for China on Wednesday in the second trade mission he has taken there since assuming office.
Craig Fletcher with Mick Valentino at 6:30 p.m. today at Glen Eagles, 3700 N. Carson St. Fletcher with Terri Campillo and Rocky Tatarelli at 6:30 p.m. Friday, and with Gerry Wright and Campillo at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Glen Eagles.
A Carson City man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of possession of child pornography. Carson City Detectives arrested 66-year-old Glenn Ware Tuesday at 4:44 p.m. on suspicion of second offense possession of child pornography.
It wasn’t a volleyball match for the faint of heart, but then again Douglas-Carson battles rarely are.
Sheriff Ken Furlong announced last week that the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Reserve Commander Tom Crawford was awarded the Governor’s Points of Light Volunteer Manager of the Year award. Crawford has been with the Sheriff’s Office for 10 years as the Reserve Force Commander. He is in charge of the Reserve Deputies as well as other administrative duties with the Sheriff’s Office. Crawford puts in at least 20 hours a week of unpaid work with the Sheriff’s Office.
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Lamar Odom, the former NBA star and reality TV personality embraced by teammates and fans alike for his humble approach to fame, was hospitalized Wednesday, his estranged wife Khloe Kardashian by his side, after being found unresponsive after spending four days in a Nevada brothel.
Carson Victory Rollers is hosting Save the Booooo-bies, a black and white scrimmage to raise breast cancer awareness, on Sunday at the Carson City Community Center.
Eduardo Orozco ran for three touchdowns and caught a TD pass from Joz Foster to lead the Carson Jr. Pee-Wee football team to a 28-14 win over the Reno Wolf Pack over the weekend.
RENO — Lindy Lehman scored on a cross from Nahim Gutierrez in the opening minutes of the second half to break a scoreless tie and give Carson a 1-0 win over Damonte Ranch in a Sierra League girls soccer match Tuesday night.
Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nv., has joined the bi-partisan coalition of members trying to force a floor vote on reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank. He said when the bank’s authorization expired June 30, it left businesses throughout Nevada and the nation without the financing tool.
My former employer up in Lake Tahoe and I used to have the same argument every time we put a new dish on the menu. He would contend the dish shouldn’t go on until it was perfected. And I would argue it would never be perfected until it was on the menu. There’s nothing like doing a dish 10, 20 or 30 times a night, night after night to dial it in.
When Alex Estrada was asked to move to defensive end by defensive coordinator Steve Dilley, the Carson High senior admitted he was apprehensive.
Dr. Lisa Rasmussen is passionate about her profession as a general surgeon and advocate for cancer awareness at Banner Churchill Community Hospital.
With flu season right around the corner, Banner Churchill Community Hospital (BCCH) is sponsoring a free, community-wide flu vaccination clinic on Monday from 9 a.m. to noon and Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. at 801 E. Williams Ave. at the Physician’s Center entrance.
The Nevada Division of Forestry will be conducting prescribed burns at Carson Lakes, about eight miles south and two miles east of Fallon, Oct. 19-22, weather permitting.
For more than a decade, the WNC Foundation has recognized employees for their contributions each year to the annual employee giving campaign. Their commitment, dedication and willingness to give back make a difference in the lives of our students.
Tanner Mayberry, son of Will and Jan Mayberry of Fallon, graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno recently and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United State Marine Corps at a ceremony at Naval Air Station Fallon.
July taxable sales rose 8 percent statewide when compared to the same month of 2014 to a total of $4.33 billion.
National wildlife refuges managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service have been part of Americans’ rich natural heritage since 1903, when President Theodore Roosevelt established the first national wildlife refuge on Pelican Island, Fl.
It seems like just yesterday that I met my good friend, Bertha. Just out of high school, I was looking for a job. A neighbor mentioned a business about three blocks away from my home. It was in a small business section of Philadelphia I’d never even noticed.
I really hate it when self-professed “staunch” conservatives go wobbly on the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, especially since it’s not just a “piece of paper.” It’s a pretty reliable political weather vane.
Over the past decade, 316,545 Americans have been killed by people with guns. During the same period, 313 Americans were killed by terrorists.
The results are still staggering for the number of domestic violence incidences that occur every reporting period in Nevada.
UPSET WITH NO COVERAGE Editor: I would like to know why there was no coverage of the Cowboy Fast Draw contest held here in Fallon at the Churchill County Fairgrounds.
Never before has there been a way for the nearly 6.5 million stroke survivors in the United States to rally together as they travel the path to recovery. Unlike other survivor communities, there is no banner, symbol or color that survivors and the general public can identify with when it comes to stroke and stroke recovery.
Churchill County School District Superintendent Dr. Sandra Sheldon was chosen as a finalist for an esteemed program that will select only 10 superintendents throughout the nation.
The Greenwave varsity football team is back to shutting out their opponents after a 48-0 home victory against the Sparks Railroaders on Friday. The Wave is currently undefeated in the D1-A conference at 6-0 and 6-1 overall, while the Railroaders are 1-50 in league play and 2-5-0 overall.
Volunteers and employees from Financial Horizons Credit Union in Fallon spend Saturday morning by picking up trash along the Reno Highway.
Five sailors joined the chief’s mess when their anchors where pinned on, culminating years of hard work, and the final phase of their Chief Petty Officer (CPO) 365 program on Sept. 16.
While it seemed like they were beginning to climb over the hump, the Wave varsity boys soccer team lost their home match to Lowry on Saturday, 6-1.
The Greenwave varsity girls soccer team finally stumbled on their winning streak, losing 3-1 in their home match against Truckee on Friday.
The Nevada Wolf Pack feels like it just might have turned its season around on Saturday.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 3:12 p.m., Derrick Peterson, 25, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a credit card without permission and three counts of felony possession of stolen property after deputies responded to reports of a petit larceny near the 1700 block of Carson Street. Deputies found two stolen wallets, a stolen credit card and a stolen cell phone at the scene. Bail was set at $80,000.
Nevada is hiring former U.S. Solicitor General Paul Clement to defend lawsuits against Nevada’s school vouchers program.
The Board of Examiners on Tuesday approved four settlement payments including the lawsuit that overturned the state’s ban on same sex marriage and the “patient dumping” suit by San Francisco
Turn on and tune in to Reminiscing with the Rockin’ Rev on AM 1180 KCKQ or at www.americamatters.us from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday to hear the Rockin’ Rev interview Leon Patillo, the former lead vocalist of the rock and roll band Santana.
An evening of Halloween and autumn music by the Carson Valley Pops Orchestra is in store at 7 p.m. Oct. 24 at the CVIC Hall in Minden.
United Blood Services’ Bloodmobile will be parked at Carson City Michael Hohl Honda, 2800 S. Carson St., from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to collect blood donations.
Carson City’s Open Space Advisory Committee is canceling its meeting scheduled at 6 p.m. Oct. 19 in the Sierra Room of the Community Center.
Dogs and cats will be available for adoption at discounted rates at a shelter adoption event hosted by Douglas Animal Welfare Group, or DAWG, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Douglas County Animal Shelter, 921 Pinenut Road, Gardnerville.
A man suspected in a Gardnerville Ranchos shooting is accused of killing his mother. Michelle Kozlowski, 50, was identified as the victim in a shooting that occurred in the 1200 block of Manhattan Way early Tuesday morning. According to the Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a report of domestic violence with shots fired at about 1:24 a.m.
Lyon County Sheriff’s Department arrested three people Sunday afternoon in connection with multiple residential burglaries in Fernley. Zackery Iverson, 24, Victory Herman, 22, and Connie Hellstrom, 49, all of Fernley, were arrested after deputies responded to reports of a disturbance near the 500 block of Concord Circle at 12:50 p.m., Sunday. While there, the deputies noticed some property that was present that matched property that was reported stolen from burglaries on Oct. 8. The deputies obtained a search warrant and located and recovered additional stolen items and controlled substances.
OAKLAND, Calif. — Charles Woodson and the Oakland defense kept putting the team in position to win only to see mistakes on offense and special teams do in the Raiders.
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The San Francisco 49ers found their missing offense. They just missed finding the win column again.
Pete went home to the Lord, October 1, 2015. He was born November 11, 1949, in Inglewood, California, to Pete Jerry Caron and Ruth Elizabeth Kennedy Caron.
Carson City Elks Lodge No. 2177 is continuing its Nevada Day tradition of serving Cornish pasties to hungry revelers on parade day, Oct. 31.
A golf tournament to raise money to bring veterans from World War II and the Korean and Vietnam wars to Washington, D.C., to see memorials built in their honor is planned on Sunday, Nov. 1.
Pinyon pine and Utah Juniper firewood cutting permits are available for $10 a cord at Bureau of Land Management locations around the state.
RSVP will hold its quarterly training session for volunteers and caregivers from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 22. RSVP volunteer training will be hosted at the UNR Cooperative Extension office, 2621 Northgate Lane Suite 12. Interested parties are encouraged to join us for this free training.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City THURSDAY At 3:29 p.m., a 19-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of possession of drug paraphernalia and alternative sentencing violation after deputies initiated a traffic stop near Robinson and Anderson streets. Bail was set at $1,500.
Gideon Verl Hendrix passed away peacefully in the home of his daughter Tuesday, October 6, 2015 in Fallon, Nevada he was 93. He was born on Christmas Eve 1921 in Lund, White Pine, Nevada, to Gideon Ray Hendrix and Thora Gardner. The first eight years of Verl’s life were spent in a remote part of Nye County, known as the Sunnyside Ranch.
A chance to jump-start holiday shopping is being offered at an annual holiday craft fair and bake sale on Oct. 24 to raise money for Dayton Senior Center.
Jan Loverin, curator of the Nevada State Museum’s Marjorie Russell Clothing and Textile Center for more than 30 years, will share her expertise on the intimate history of men’s and women’s underwear with the Leisure Hour Club on Oct. 21.
Local law enforcement took down a suspected drug house early Thursday night that was allegedly running heroin sales across the street from Empire Elementary School. Members of the Carson City Sheriff’s Office and Tri-Net conducted a search warrant for a residence at the 3300 block of Gordonia Drive at 11:30 p.m. Thursday. The officers had gotten a tip earlier in the day after conducting a traffic stop near Dotty’s Casino on Highway 50.
RENO — Carson High junior quarterback Jace Keema got his first extended time under center in a non-blowout situation, and he passed with flying colors.
In a slump? Who you gonna call?
RENO — Carson High has a veteran battle-tested team. Bishop Manogue is young, inexperienced and rebuilding.
RENO — Injuries continue to put a damper on Carson High’s 6-1 start.
CLOVIS — Carson High’s cross country teams finished 15th and 29th repsectively in Division II at the pretigious Clovis Invitational Saturday.
The Nevada Wolf Pack feels like it just might have turned its season around on Saturday.
This continues RSVP’s column of volunteer opportunities. For details or to sign up for any of these opportunities, call Lauren at 775-687-4680, ext. 6. Do not call agencies directly, as they cannot process your application to volunteer.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. FRIDAY At 1:10 a.m., a 20-year-old Mound House woman was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery-second offense and criminal contempt near the 600 block of Hot Springs Road. Bail was set at $5,500.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 6 p.m., a 39-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery near the 1200 block of Fleetwood Avenue. Bail was set at $3,000.
A Supreme Court study committee is working on a plan that could make sweeping changes to how defendants are released from jail before trial. Chief Justice Jim Hardesty said there’s a growing legal and societal recognition the existing system based almost exclusively on a defendant’s ability to post bail isn’t effective and has been questioned as potentially unconstitutional.
Sometimes it’s better to be lucky than good. Despite being outshot 15-2, the Douglas Tigers knocked off Carson, 1-0, Friday night at the Jim Frank Track & Field Complex in a Sierra League boys soccer match.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying a person of interest in an unlawful use of a credit card case. Deputies said the victim’s card was used at the Walmart on Topsy Lane on Sept. 5 and 6.
RENO — Galena scored on a blocked punt and on a 64-yard run to put 21 first-quarter points on the scoreboard en route to a 56-17 Sierra League victory against Douglas Friday night.
Heading into Nevada Day festivities, the Carson City Symphony will open its 32nd season with a program in the Bob Boldrick Theater at 4 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Carson City Community Center.
Rain canceled the mains last Saturday night at Fernley 95A Speedway in the last points race of the season.
Andrew Nolan Douglas passed away at his residence in Fallon on October 6, 2015 with his family by his side. Drew was born on June 9, 1939 in Aledo, Illionis to Floyd and Grace Douglas.
SAN FRANCISCO — Netflix is raising the price of its Internet video service by $1 for new customers in the U.S., Canada and some Latin America countries to help cover its escalating costs for shows such as “House of Cards” and other original programming.
For the first time in the history of the Reynolds School of Journalism, undergraduate students are hosting a bilingual Democratic debate watch party on Oct. 13, beginning at 5 p.m. at Antojitos Mexican Food on Kietzke Lane in Reno.
The Nevada Wolf Pack is tired of talking about the Fremont Cannon and the UNLV Rebels.
After every game this season, Dayton’s first-year head coach Tom Eck says, “We’re improving.”
RENO — Perennial powerhouse Reno hammered Carson, 15-3, Thursday afternoon in the Division I boys tennis team semifinals.
RENO — Anybody associated with high school volleyball in northern Nevada knows the road to the Division 1 state playoffs goes through Bishop Manogue this year.
I assume that most readers of this newspaper are aware by now that Tesla Motors is building a $5 billion “gigafactory” west of Fallon in Storey County that will produce batteries for its electric cars and SUVs.
What is all the ruckus about data-mining, collecting information on schoolchildren?
Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... The Nevada Wolf Pack football team is now in complete circle-the-wagons cliché mode. Everyone is out to get them.
Editor’s note: Assistant Controller Geoffrey Lawrence co-wrote this column. “We are not separate from government. We are not at war with government. We — all of us, whether an elected or private citizen — are the government.”
The Nevada Wolf Pack football team is now in complete circle-the-wagons cliché mode. Everyone is out to get them. Nobody believes in them
I was at the dog park the other day when Riley came to play. Riley is a big Labradoodle who is a cute as he can be. It seems that Riley and his brother Benson were rough housing like siblings do and Riley’s tooth was broken. He was taken to Reno where there is a veterinarian who specializes in dentistry for dogs.
All interested young cattlemen and cattlewomen, including spouses who have not yet attended an NCA Convention to participate in the 2015 event at the Winnemucca Convention Center, Nov. 12-14.
The night of the earthquake about a dozen men and one woman employed at the salt marsh near salt wells had a strange experience following the heavy shock. There was a strong odor of sulfuric gas, evidently emanating from the hot springs nearby. It was so strong in the house that people were forced to seek fresh air in the open.
Churchill County Senior Center 310 E. Court St. Fallon, NV 89406 775-423-7096 Monday-Friday
A former University of Nevada men’s basketball player was given another chance to respond to his attorney’s phone calls.
The Nevada Wolf Pack is tired of talking about the Fremont Cannon and the UNLV Rebels.
The next team attempting to snap the Greenwave varsity football team’s winning streak will be the Sparks Railroaders in a home game on Friday at 7 p.m.
Reno artist Eunkang Koh will be at the Art Center on Oct. 17 to give a talk on “Human Cache,” her exhibition of new prints, drawings and mixed-media works that are on view in the Classroom Gallery.
Perhaps the best thing about visiting Virginia City is realizing there’s always something more to learn about the place.
Since the microclimate around our house has temperatures similar to those at South Lake Tahoe, we are more likely to freeze than Carson City or Fallon. Cold air is trapped on our property. At this time of year, I pay attention to the weather or lose my plants. I check the weather report every evening. I look at the sky after the sun goes down to see if it is clear. I assess the wind. A clear calm night often indicates a freeze, particularly in autumn. I’m keeping the plant covers handy.
Nevada author Stanley Paher knows the Silver State better than most people know their backyards.
The girls and boys varsity tennis teams are perpendicular with their streaks with the Lady Wave back on the winning path and the boys team struggling to come from behind.
Giving back to the community has been Financial Horizons Credit Union’s mantra for many years.
Greenwave cross country is continuing to rise through the ranks in their team victories, though their individual success is nothing to sneer at as well.
The Nevada Department of Wildlife reports a goat was killed this week by a “cat,” said the agency’s spokesman Chris Healy.
Dance the night away to live music by the Ft. Point Garrison Brass Band at the Governor’s annual Blue and Silver Ball at Piper’s Opera House, 12 N. B St., Virginia City.
Nevada Federation of Republican Women Second Vice President Mendy Elliott will be featured at Fernley Republican Women’s next meeting at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 20 at Fernley High School Library, 1300 Highway 95A. A light meal will be served at 6 p.m.
The Tahoe/Douglas Elks is holding its annual Hoop Shoot contest at 10 a.m. Nov. 14 at the Douglas County Community Center, across from Lampe Park on Waterloo Lane in Gardnerville
Mary Randall, a local author of children’s adventure books, is hosting a book signing from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Seeliger Elementary School, 2800 S. Saliman Road.
Escorted by local law enforcement, more than 160 riders will take to the streets at Saturday for a charity ride in honor of fallen Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell, who was killed in the line of duty Aug. 15.
Free digital learning classes in October are offered at the Carson City Library’s @ Two Digital Learning Center.
Dr. Heather Parsons of Valley Pediatric Dentistry to volunteer at the upcoming Remote Area Medical event in Carson City. RAM is a non-profit organization providing free medical, dental and vision services to patients. The upcoming Carson City event will run Oct. 16-18 at Carson High School. Clinic hours are from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, and Saturday, Oct. 17, and from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 12:44 p.m., Candice Coffman,26, was arrested on suspicion of two counts of felony burglary warrants, two counts of felony fraudulent use of a credit card and felony conspiracy warrant after deputies stopped Coffman near the 800 block of Musser Street. Bail was set at $30,000.
At a shade more than 150 pounds, junior cornerback Spencer Rogers is Carson High’s smallest starting player.
Traditional tunes from the Emerald Isle will fill the Brewery Arts Center when it celebrates the first anniversary of its Celtic music series on Saturday.
At 88 years young, there are two things to know about Louisa Vanderlinden. One, she’s enjoying life to the fullest. And, make no mistake about it, she’s still as competitive as ever.
The Carson City law enforcement and school district have started collecting donations for their 2015 Holiday with a Hero event. The Carson City Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday morning it will be starting donation collection for its annual event. This is the 11th Holiday for a Hero, an event in which local public safety officers take children from the Carson City School District shopping to buy presents for the holidays. It will happen Wednesday, Dec. 16.
RENO — Rogelio Herrera is on a scoring tear.
The Russian Grand Ballet is bringing “Swan Lake” to the Carson City Community Center on Sunday.
FOOTBALL Blake Plattsmier (Carson, Stetson): No action last week. School reported he has left the program. Colby Brown (Carson-College of Idaho): No game last week.
Craig Fletcher with Mick Valentino at 6:30 p.m. today at Glen Eagles, 3700 N. Carson St. Fletcher with Terri Campillo and Rocky Tatarelli at 6:30 p.m. Friday, and with Gerry Wright and Campillo at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Glen Eagles.
The Young At Heart Senior Citizens Club is again preparing Christmas Gift Bags to be distributed to Meals on Wheels recipients and other homebound seniors in Douglas County this upcoming holiday season.
The Comstock Foundation for History and Culture and the Foundation’s Community Advisory Group are launching the Comstock History Lecture Series, events focusing on Comstock history.
The Lahontan Valley News won 23 newspaper and advertising awards Friday at the annual Nevada Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks.
The Greenwave varsity football team ended homecoming week with another notch on their belt in the home win against Elko, 23-3. This is the fifth consecutive win for the Wave putting them at 5-1 overall and 5-0 in the league, while the Indians are at 3-2, both overall and in league play.
Dr. Georgia White returned to Northern Nevada at the right time. Western Nevada College’s new director of Career and Technical Education arrived in the midst of an economic rebirth, positioning her to make a difference for many students. Foremost, she wants to help them gain the skills to fill the employment opportunities on the horizon.
A veteran newspaperman with more than 30 years experience in journalism and education was selected on Saturday as the new president of the Nevada Press Association’s board of directors.
Statewide gaming win fell 1.4 percent in August to more than $908 million. The same was true in Churchill County.
The Churchill County Commissioners approved a rabies control program at their Tuesday morning meeting.
The Churchill County School District trustees were informed about the progress on the new auxiliary gym at their Thursday meeting.
The rates Nevada businesses pay for unemployment insurance should remain the same in 2016, if the head of Employment Security Division follows the recommendation.
“Everyone is entitled to his own opinion, but not to his own facts.” — Daniel Patrick Moynihan Republicans are becoming experts at creating their own little universe, far removed from reality.
This week is Fire Prevention Week not only in Churchill County and Nevada but also in every state and community in the United States.
How can a state that has so successfully handled legal gambling, legal 24/7 consumption of alcohol, and legal prostitution have so fouled up legalizing marijuana?
The Greenwave varsity boys soccer team managed to break its losing streak with a tie 2-2 against Dayton on Saturday. The Wave is currently 0-7-1 overall and in league play, while the Dust Devils are at 3-6-3 overall and 1-5-2 in league play.
The Greenwave girls varsity soccer team continued not only their winning streak but also their shutout streak with a 6-0 win against Dayton. The Lady Wave is currently at 7-4-1 overall and 5-2-1 in league play while the Dust Devils are at 1-11-2 overall and 0-7-1 in league play.
Friends often call me about my column, especially if something is missing ... even more often when they don’t agree with me. That’s fine, I reply.
A regular meeting of the Churchill County School District Board will be held Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Churchill County Administration Office, 690 S. Maine St.
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Carson City District Office, the Carson and Bridgeport Ranger Districts of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest (USFS), U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and the Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) in conjunction with Nevada State Parks announce the lifting of fire restrictions that have been in place since late June effective last Saturday.
When Connor Sievers showed up for football workouts this summer, Carson High head coach Blair Roman was surprised.
Carson High’s girls volleyball team did their best Jekyll & Hyde imitation against Galena Tuesday night at Morse Burley Gym
Steve Scharfe shot a net 64 to win Flight A at the Empire Ranch Senior Men’s Club stroke play event on Sept. 30.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office has identified the second suspect in the Harbor Freight Tools armed robbery in September. Kristafer Robinson, 37, was arrested Tuesday afternoon after a meeting at the Sheriff’s Office.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is hosting their Tip a Cop event at the Carson City Chili’s Wednesday night to benefit the Special Olympics. Local law enforcement officers will replace the servers at Chili’s and wait on patrons from 4-8 p.m. All of the tips the officers receive will go to the Special Olympics.
Labor Commissioner Shannon Chambers told a forum of more than a dozen businessmen on Tuesday that her office must enforce Carson District Judge James Wilson’s decision barring employers from counting tips to determine a worker’s minimum wage.
When you or a family member needs comprehensive cardiovascular care, you don’t need to travel far. Thomas Truong, DO, a board-certified interventional cardiologist at Northern Nevada Medical Group (NNMG) can treat you right here at the NNMG clinic in Fallon.
Kathy Harris, 70, has been facing down cancer for 30 years. She’s survived breast cancer once and lung cancer three times.
Ginette Weiner began her fight against breast cancer in 2008, and underwent surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy as a patient at Mayo Clinic in Arizona. She brings a fresh, honest and engaging perspective to patients and their loved ones with the following advice for breast cancer patients and their families.
Manuel Souza is bringing back his Smackdown Bull Riding tour to Carson City — this time as a fundraiser for Deputy Carl Howell, who was killed in the line of duty in August.
Tracey Lock, 41, was sentenced Monday morning to the maximum of 120 months in prison for his role in a string of burglaries that hit Carson City, Douglas and Washoe counties. Lock, along with Drake Vancleave, Travis Lieberwirth, Brian Madsen and Bob Stover, were all arrested on suspicion of multiple burglaries from summer 2014 to winter 2015.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City MONDAY At 7:12 a.m., a 53-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of passing checks without sufficient funds after deputies responded to a civil situation near the 800 block of Sundance Court, Bail was set at $500.
The Clark County Public defender is urging the Advisory Commission on the Administration of Justice to push for changes in the law so some Category B felons can get good time, education and treatment program credits that reduce their sentences.
“Willow” Bill Goulardt is seeking the community’s help in checking lights on more than a thousand willow reindeer to be placed around Carson City, Gardnerville and Reno in his annual display, which he calls the nation’s largest art project.
Misfits Theater Group is presenting its latest production — “Where’s Grandpa?” — at 7 p.m. Oct. 16, 17, 23 and 24 at Odeon Hall, 65 Pike St., Dayton. A Sunday matinee will be at 2 p.m. Oct. 18.
The Bureau of Land Management published its revised Environmental Assessment for the American Flat Road/Lucerne Access Right-of-Way project. Comments about the project, which is in Storey County south of Gold Hill, will be accepted through Oct. 20.
The Nevada Artists Association invites Northern Nevada and California artists to enter its 65th annual Nevada Day Art Show, a judged event with awards given for first, second and third places and honorable mention.
Nevada State Demographer Jeff Hardcastle will talk about how Tesla and other companies will affect Carson and Douglas counties at the next Soup’s On! luncheon from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Gold Dust West.
A slew of items will be offered at Silver Springs Senior Center’s annual Thrift Store and Flea Market Christmas Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 7.
July 10, 1966: TAHOE-CARSON SPEEDWAY IN SPEED SPORT SPOTLIGHT
The West Coast Airstream Rally will host an open house for the public 4-6 p.m. Saturday at Silver City RV Resort, 3165 Highway 395.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City FRIDAY At 4:46 p.m., Christopher Schumacher, 33, of Carson City, was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, felony possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana and obstructing a peace officer after deputies responded to reports of an unknown problem at the Hot Springs Road Nevada Department of Parole and Probation
Richard Dennis Nollet was born on June 6, 1946 to Judd and Helen (Savage) Nollet in Tacoma, Washington. He is the oldest of six children: Brothers - Hal and Danny, and sisters - Joanne, Doris, and Cheryl. Rich was married to the love of his life, Deanna Kay, on August 4, 2001 and together they have six
Carl Francis “Fritz” Yeager (AKA the “Candy Man”) died October 2nd, 2015. Fritz was born January 19, 1933 in Kansas City, MO to Carl and Pearl Yeager. He was raised in Kansas City, where he met his wife of 62 years, Dorothy (nee Svetlecic)
Ann, 92, of Carson City, has changed her address for the last time. From now on, all her correspondence should be sent in care of the Pearly Gates. Born to Alvin E. Marchant and Alma Nelson Marchant in Spring Valley, MN, she earned her high school diploma there while serving as president of her senior class.
Dorothy Lennon, 81, passed away peacefully at home in Carson City, on Monday, September 28, 2015. She was born in Vermont. She lived in Southern California until she moved to Carson City in 2001. She was an avid bingo player, and would like to wish all of her friends to win big bucks! At her request, no services will be held. Neptune Society is in charge of Arrangements.
DeGene Kathryn Brooks passed away peacefully at regent Care center in Reno on September 28th. A memorial service is planned for October 10th, at First Presbyterian Church Carson City @ 11:00 am at 115 N. Division St. in Carson City, NV. 775-882-1032
Basque language, food, music and play for the whole family are all part of a very special event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City.
An evening of appetizers, desserts, music and dancing will be offered at Friends of the Carson City Library’s masquerade gala on Oct. 24 at Silver Oak Country Club.
Lasagna, salad, garlic bread and dessert will be offered at Storey County Senior Center’s 5th Annual Lasagna Cook-off & Feed at 6 p.m. Friday.
Free events in October are planned at Carson City Sierra Place Senior Living, 1111 W. College Parkway.
By Joe Santoro For the Appeal The Fremont Cannon is on the move once again
Carson High’s boys soccer team showed its resiliency Saturday afternoon against Galena.
PHOENIX, Ariz. — Carson High’s volleyball team concluded its first-ever appearance at the Nike Tournament of Champions by posting a 1-3 record on Saturday.
VIRGINIA CITY -- Corrado De Gasperis has been appointed executive chairman of the board at Comstock Mining, Inc., according to an announcement Monday. He will continue his existing responsibilities as president and chief executive officer. He assumes the chairmanship role of John Winfield, who’s resigning both as chairman and as a member of Comstock Mining’s board.
Carson City’s Leonard Paschini, custom instrument maker and long time lead guitar player, will perform on Oct. 17 at the Brewery Arts Center (BAC).
Carson City investigators have arrested a man in connection with an armed robbery at the Harbor Freight Tools store. Chase Henderson, 25, of Carson City was arrested Saturday afternoon near the 100 block of Riley Court on suspicion of robbery with a deadly weapon.
Elijah Fajayan didn’t get many opportunities to carry the ball against Damonte Ranch, but he made the most of his chances.
MINDEN — Quarterback Bryce James and the Douglas Tigers drove 65 yards in eight plays to score the go-ahead touchdown with 30 seconds left to play in their 21-19 Homecoming victory against Bishop Manogue on Friday night.
WINNEMUCCA — One streak came to an end on Friday night, while another one continued.
For the first five weeks of the season, the Carson High offense has been top notch.
Carson High had gone no-huddle before, but unveiled a big dose of it Friday night in its 17-14 win over Damonte Ranch at the Jim Frank Track & Field Complex.
After more than a year of investigation, a Carson City billing manager was sentenced on Tuesday for embezzling money. Cindy Lou Katzenberger, 58, pleaded guilty to a felony earlier this summer for stealing around $42,000 from Tahoe Fracture Orthopedic Medical Clinic.
It’s been a tough season for Dayton and Lowry as each squad seeks its first victory on the year at 7 p.m. today in Winnemucca.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 7:03 p.m., a 48-year-old was arrested on suspicion of probation violation and a warrant charging grand larceny at Deer Run Road. Stephen Augsberger was ordered held without bail on a felony hold from the Washoe County drug court.
George D. Workman passed away September 29, 2015 in Fallon. He was born October 14, 1933 in El Monte, CA to Edward and Wononia Harryman Workman. He married Launa Clevenger in 1952. He joined the National Guard and taught
Helen Dorothy Miller passed away at her home in Fallon Nevada. Helen was born June 3, 1932, in Salida Colorado. Helen owned the Wagon Wheel Bar.
There are no perfect words to express our thanks and gratitude to everyone for their love and compassion during our most difficult time. To Kelly Helton, thank you for the constant love, laughter, care and companionship you gave to Terry and for the smile you always put on his face.
Patty Wegman passed away on September 29, 2015. She was 73 years old. She was born to Homer and Hazel Bierbaum in Willamina, Oregon on January 23, 1942. Patty graduated from Reno High School in 1960 and continued to cherish many friendships.
RENO — The UNLV Rebels are willing to give the shirt off their back to bring the Fremont Cannon back to Las Vegas.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 8:30 a.m., a 43-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of violating suspended sentence conditions and trespassing at a College Parkway apartment complex for making contact with his ex-girlfriend despite a no contact order. He was held in lieu of $1,150 bail.
The much anticipated Sierra League boys soccer showdown between Carson and Wooster lived up to expectations and then some.
Chuck Muth’s petition to have voters repeal the legislature’s tax package was blocked on Thursday by Carson District Judge Todd Russell.
The Nevada Department of Education’s latest state accountability report and school rating system for 2015 show all of Churchill County schools remained the same.
The Greenwave varsity football team is eying another win for Homecoming tonight after their big victory against Dayton last week.
The UNLV Rebels are willing to give the shirt off their back to bring the Fremont Cannon back to Las Vegas.
Churchill Arts Council’s Ales for Arts, a beer tasting to raise funds for CAC’s 2015-2016 programs is tonight at the Art Center from 5-9 p.m.
In many parts of the country, it’s harvest season. As a consumer, you will certainly be affected by the labors of farmers — and their particular skill set can also teach you a lot in your role as investor.
Rescue Me first opened its doors in the fall 2014 with previous owner and now consignor DeLea Johnson.
Editor’s note: Assistant Controller Geoffrey Lawrence co-wrote this column. The liberal Washington Post recently reported that: “Scores on the SAT have sunk to the lowest level since the college admission test was overhauled in 2005, adding to worries about student performance in the nation’s high schools.”
This year’s crowd of Greenwave fans have been awaiting the crowning of the 2015 king and queen at midfield tonight as Homecoming activities begin to wind down for Churchill County High School.
I am always amazed at the thought processes people employ in their daily lives. None is more fascinating than those of liberals.
Noted Nevada author Stanley Paher is the featured speaker Tuesday as the Churchill County Museum continues with its series on Silver State authors.
Fifth generation Northern California native Liz Penniman is showing a new body of work titled Lines and Fields: Abstract Narrative Paintings.
Many first time visitors to the historic mining town of Virginia City rarely explore much beyond the historic saloons, antique shops and candy stores lining C Street.
October is National Farm to School month (#F2SMonth). “Farm to School” refers to schools serving local, farm-fresh foods ranging from fruits and veggies to honey and meat.
The Nevada Wolf Pack simply has to beat the UNLV Rebels on Saturday at Mackay Stadium. Coach Brian Polian, who lost at home in his Battle for the Fremont Cannon debut in 2013, cannot lose two games in a row to the Rebels at home. All of the pressure is on the Pack and Polian this weekend. There is no pressure on the Rebels. There is never any pressure on the Rebels to actually win a game. If the Rebels lose by just 34 points to UCLA, after all, they want to build a new practice facility just to honor the accomplishment. But the standards are different in northern Nevada. The mystique of former coach Chris Ault will be hovering over the stadium. The Pack expects to beat UNLV. Every single year.
Domination at the line. The Lady Wave volleyball team won its fifth league match in a row, a three-set sweep over visiting Fernley Wednesday night at the Elmo Dericco Gym.
Congressman Mark Amodei will be the guest speaker at this year’s Churchill Economic Development Authority (CEDA) Appreciation Dinner on Oct. 10.
The first County Commission meeting of October will be conducted Tuesday at 8:15 a.m. at the Churchill County Administration Building chambers, 155 N. Taylor St.
The ex-Greenwave multi-sport star almost ended Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ home streak of not throwing an interception as Kansas City’s comeback was too late on Monday Night Football at Lambeau Field. The Chiefs lost their second game in a row — both were on prime time and will return home after this weekend (Oct. 11) when they host the hapless Bears.
Dental records have confirmed the identity of a Fallon man whose body was found last week. Churchill County Sheriff Ben Trotter said the man is 50-year-old Timothy Gerald Watson, who had been reported missing for almost a month.
Thirteen boys and girls undertook to grow a pig for the state fair at a reasonable profit. Six of them found the task too great, but the other seven came with their pigs and the documents showing just what and how much each of the little grunters had eaten and the amount of pork that had stuck to their ribs, When the pigs were judged and the notebooks scored it was found that the boys had been outclassed by a 12-year-old schoolgirl, Anna York, who is now the champion pig grower.
The following cases were heard Tuesday in Tenth Judicial District Court. A Fallon woman received a suspended sentence on one count of trying to conceal methamphetamine, a gross misdemeanor, on May 9, 2015.
Even with several injuries to valuable players, the Greenwave varsity girls soccer team is showing few signs of slowing down and has been on a winning streak continued by their home match win against Fernley on Wednesday, 8-0.
Churchill County Senior Center 310 E. Court St. Fallon, NV 89406 775-423-7096
Jane Ellen Halcomb passed away peacefully at her home in Fallon on Sunday, September 27, 2015. Her death was very unexpected to her family and friends as she had not been ill. J
Children are invited to dress up for trick-or-treating at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada’s Safe Halloween Celebration from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, in Carson City.
Due to the recent rainy weather, the Central Lyon County Fire District is opening burning season effective Friday. A permit, available at the district office or at www.centrallyonfire.org, is required before burning.
Patrick James Geary passed away at home on Saturday, September 26, 2015. Patrick was born in Tuscon, Arizona on August 10th, 1943. He was raised in Sacramento, CA and graduated High School from Bishop Armstrong. Patrick moved to Reno Nevada in 1965 to attend University of Nevada Reno, in 1966 he purchased Incline Glass Inc for 45 years he was the glass man with an attitude.
A year ago, Joe Nelson had his coming-out party in the Sierra League opener against Damonte Ranch.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 4:25 p.m., a 48-year-old was arrested on suspicion of violating his parole conditions barring consumption of alcohol outside Slot World casino. He was ordered held in lieu of $3,000 bail.
Nevada is launching a fresh tourism campaign focused on attracting adventure-loving millennials to the state — especially to the rural areas less trafficked than Las Vegas.
An art exhibit that examines the transformation of common materials over time opens Friday and runs through Jan. 21 at Capital City Arts Initiative’s Courthouse Gallery.
