Junior Nicole Brown raps a double in the first inning against the Newark Memorial Cougars Friday in Sparks.
Pitcher Lauren Lemburg throws to a Newark Memorial batter Friday in Sparks.
SPARKS — It was a rough day on dirt for the Carson High softball team.
Christian and Guillermo Hernandez show off their dribbling skills on a windy day at Mills Park Thursday.
Guillermo Hernandez works the ball upfield against Magic Valley of Idaho during their first game of the season at Dayton High School.
For two brothers to stand side by side – not only in life but also on a soccer field – demonstrates the swag the Hernandez brothers possess, according to coach Ian Hill of Western Nevada Futbol Club.
Driven by the rebirth of the construction industry, taxable sales increased 11.8 percent in January to just under $4.3 billion. Carson City saw a 6.2 percent increase to $70.9 million for the month. Building material sales helped considerably with a 21 percent increase to $7.68 million while the capital’s largest sales generator, auto sales, rose 8.8 percent to $20.3 million. With the legislature’s pre-session meeting
Beloved business woman, nurse and stay at home mom will be very missed and loved.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 11:55 a.m., Bailey Wilson, 30, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia after deputies responded to reports of a welfare check near the 2300 block of North Carson Street. Bail was set at $3,500.
Robert Capps passed away unexpectedly on March 7, 2017 at his home in Carson City, NV.
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office has a new reverse 911 system called CodeRED that sends information about developing emergencies to residents’ phones.
The Douglas County Genealogy Group will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Carson Valley United Methodist Church, 1375 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville.
Jean Ellen Hill died peacefully on Wednesday, March 29, 2017 in Carson City, Nevada at the age of 76.
Ricky Lee Streight, 22, died March 27, 2017 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Nevada's Cameron Oliver in action against Washington in a game Sunday, Dec. 11, in Seattle.
Nevada's Cameron Oliver (0) blocks a shot by Washington's Carlos Johnson in the first half Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, in Seattle.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . The Nevada Wolf Pack posted a video on its web site this week of Cam Oliver declaring his intentions of jumping back into the NBA’s pre-draft workout process.
WALNUT CREEK, Calif. — Despite outhitting Northgate, 12-11, Carson High dropped an 8-7 decision in a nonleague baseball game Thursday afternoon at Ted Abbott Field.
FILE - In this March 1, 2017 file photo, Frank Gehrke, right, chief of the California Cooperative Snow Surveys Program for the Department of Water Resources, plunges the survey tube into the snowpack as he conducts the third manual snow survey of the season at Phillips Station near Echo Summit, Calif. Surveyors will crunch across the deepest mountain snowdrifts California has seen in years on Thursday, March 30, 2017, to take the first snow measurement of the spring, a time when the snow begins to melt and flow downhill. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, File)
The Nevada Labor commissioner this week served notice the state’s minimum wage will remain unchanged this year. The minimum wage for employers who offer qualified health plans to workers will stay at $7.25 an hour and the wage for workers who aren’t offered health benefits will remain $8.25 an hour.
The Family Stone will be at the Brewery Arts Center with Lydia Pense & Cold Blood for Concert Under the Stars July 12.
At the 2016 ceremony, many Vietnam veterans' jackets had insignia to indicate their unit or Vietnam role.
Myron Freedman, a Wooster High School and University of Nevada, Reno graduate, is the new director of the Nevada State Museum in Carson City.
FRESNO, Calif. — Surveyors will crunch across the deepest mountain snowdrifts California has seen in years on Thursday to take the first snow measurement of the spring, a time when the snow begins to melt and flow downhill.
Let's shoot for the moon...
JROTC Cadet Chief Petty Officer Fallon Hughes as "Jimmy Fallon" in Fallon, in front of the Churchill County High School's "Greenwave" fence.
Fallon Hughes, CCHS JROTC student, poses with "Jimmy Fallon" in Fallon.
Let's shoot for the moon...
Fallon Mayor Ken Tedford in his City Hall corner office on Williams Avenue.
Fallon Hughes, CCHS JROTC student, poses with "Jimmy Fallon" in Fallon.
The action begins Saturday at both Rattlesnake and Top Gun raceways.
Fallon Swing Competition Ballroom Team coaches and choreographers from left are Joseph Sorensen, Suzette Benecke, Debbie Edwards, Karen Horne and Jef Horne.
The Fallon Swing Competition Ballroom Team dressed for a bolero number, a dance revolving around slow-tempo Latin music, at the 2017 Gem State Classic in Idaho Falls, Idaho, last week.
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FIRST SPRING LECTURE features trains
Churchill County has issued the following business licenses in FEBRUARY 2017. Goforth Equipment; Mobile Heavy Equipment Repair; 707-272-2752; Owner: Richard Goforth
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help in locating 16-year-old Annabelle Guerrero who’s missing from Fernley.
High debt levels … lack of savings … the inability to budget – these problems all have several causes, but one of them is almost certainly financial illiteracy.
At the 2016 ceremony, many Vietnam veterans' jackets had insignia to indicate their unit or Vietnam role.
Crews used excavators to dig a drain near Carson Lake to help move extra water to the Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge.
The Nevada Department of Transportation begins to set up equipment on Friday to announce road closures on US. Highway 50 that begin Friday..
U.S. Highway 50 will be closed from Wildes Road to Macari Lane beginning Friday as Granite Construction installs drainage culverts.
Flooding has caused severe damage in areas of Carson City, Douglas, Elko, Eureka, Humboldt, Lander, Lyon, Washoe, and Mono (Calif.) counties. Farms and ranches suffering severe damage may be eligible for assistance under the Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) administered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA) County Offices.
While Wellington, located in the Smith Valley about 30 miles southwest of Yerington, dates to the 1860s, it’s different from most other Nevada towns of that era because its roots were in farming and not mining.
The second highway closure in a month begins this week to allow for the installation of additional drainage culverts to mitigate any damage from potential spring flooding.
The April Fool’s weekend has plenty of events for everyone, and we’re not kidding.
The annual “Welcome Home” Vietnam Veterans Remembrance Day Ceremony will honor both the men and women who served and came home and those who served but did not on Saturday at the Nevada Vietnam War Memorial in Mills Park..
Competng in goat tying for Western Nevada College is Kalya Norcutt.
Quincy Crum of Western Nevada College competes in saddle bronc at one of this month's rodeos.
Kayla Buckmaster fires a pitch to one of Fernley's batters.
Rylee Buckmaster throws the ball to Faith Cornmesser, in back, to get a first-base out against Fernley.
Edgar Alvarado, 21, swings on a pitch during the Greenwave's home game against Fernley.
Brandon Rau sends a pitch flying to Fernley's batter during Tuesday's Greenwave home game.
The Oasis Academny girls' lacrosse team pose for a picture after their first game of the season.
Whitney Skabelund prepares to serve the ball during a volleyball match.
The Lady Wave release balloons to the sky in memory of Lou Buckmaster.
The Buckmaster family, right, joins the softball team for the unveiling of the plaque dedicated to Lou Buckmaster.
Members of the legislative money committees were told on Thursday pay upgrades for correctional officers and state IT professionals are vital to keep those staff members from leaving for higher pay. Finance Director Jim Wells said the governor has proposed a pay grade increase for those two groups of workers. A one-grade increase is worth nearly 5 percent on the paycheck.
The first two weekends of March ushered in the first of the spring college rodeos for Western Nevada College rodeo students and several of the WNC athletes placed high in both rounds and the average
The Lady Wave held off Fernley Tuesday, taking a 3-1 home-field victory against the Lady Vaqueros.
It was the closing note of an era.
Oasis Academy’s girls’ lacrosse team went to 4-0 after their 15-10 home victory against Spanish Springs on March 16.
There’s no question that Whitney Skabelund loves to jump.
Three days removed from lighting up the scoreboard against Truckee, the Greenwave baseball team faced a power outage on Tuesday.
TOCCATA – Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus – is putting on its 12th annual presentation of Bach’s masterpiece, St. Matthew Passion.
Tickets are on sale now for the ninth annual Concert Under the Stars, A Benefit for The Greenhouse Project (TGP), featuring The Family Stone and Lydia Pense & Cold Blood, which takes place July 12 at Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 8:52 a.m., a 51-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of false imprisonment, domestic battery and a warrant near the 1900 block of Boeing Way. Bail was set at $10,500.
Carson City’s free summer concert series is kicking off this year with a band that’s been to the Super Bowl.
The Fallon Swing Competition Ballroom Team brought home two first-place trophies from the 2017 Gem State Classic in Idaho Falls, Idaho from March 23-25.
Playing on the name the city of Fallon shares with the Tonight Show talk-show host, Jimmy Fallon, the Lahontan Valley News and community have been teaming up to infuse some playfulness into daily life.
The Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley is the site of an annual Remembrance Ceremony to honor veterans. This yearâs event on April 8 will highlight Nevadans who were lost in World War I, 11 of which are buried at the cemetery.
Events, all of which are free, are planned in April at Sierra Place Senior Living.
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Captain Joe Duffy will talk about his trip to the nation of Tonga where he trained police about managing gangs.
See an award-winning robotics project, demonstrations of 3-D printing, CAD drawing and more at Robotics Night April 12 at Fritsch Elementary School in Carson City.
Those who attend the Carson City Chapter of RPEN meeting on Tuesday, April 4, will learn about how to better manage pain.
In light of the recent increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases in Northern Nevada, local health officials are urging the community to get vaccinated against the illness.
The Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS), in partnership with the Nevada Veterans Coalition, will host a Remembrance Ceremony at 11 a.m. April 8 at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley.
Cory A. Bustrum, 59, died March 29, 2017 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
FILE - In this July 31, 2015, file photo, people line up to be among the first in Nevada to legally purchase medical marijuana at the Silver State Relief dispensary in Sparks, Nev. Nevada still plans to launch recreational marijuana sales in July, 2017, despite warnings this week of a federal crackdown by the administration of President Donald Trump. (AP Photo/Scott Sonner, File)
Participants of the American Indian Movement made a stop in Carson City Friday, on their way to Washington D.C. They departed from San Francisco Feb. 12.
Demonstrators gather in front of the Legislature to protest proposed bills that will reduce and restrict private water wells.
Gonzaga basketball coach Adrian Buoncristiani is flanked by seniors Robert McIver, left, and Dwayne Jones, right.
Jean Ellen Hill, 76 of Carson City, Nevada passed away on March 29, 2017. Arrangements are in the tender care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations. 775-888-6800
Steven Thompson. 68 of Carson City passed away on March 27, 2017 arrangements are in the care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
Leah Anne (Hale) Royal, a longtime resident of both Bishop, California and Carson City, Nevada, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2017. She will be remembered fondly by her loving family and friends, and those who were fortunate to know her.
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The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 8:37 a.m., a 33-year-old Dayton man was arrested on suspicion of two counts of failure to appear after deputies conducted a warrant service near the 7700 block of Highway 50. Bail was set at $1,285.
A sign on Old Clear Creek Road. is seen last summer warning tresspassers to keep out.
Faith Adams, Carson Valley Sinfonia concertmaster and Western Nevada College freshman.
Western Nevada College student Amanda Yau is seen with her self-portrait at the Community Development Building, 108 E. Proctor St. Today is the last day to see work by Yau and 20 other students in Capital City Arts Initiativeâs display âArt from WNC.â
A bill to divvy up the proceeds from the sale of the former Clear Creek Youth Camp was heard by the Assembly Government Affairs Committee on Wednesday.
Nevadans dismayed by soaring drug prices told state lawmakers Wednesday the state should take unprecedented action to curb costs. A coalition of hotel and casino owners, union leaders and Democratic lawmakers are attempting to mandate pharmaceutical companies refund people for overpriced American insulin.
When Gonzaga tips off Saturday against South Carolina in the school’s first appearance at the Final Four, there will be one Carson City resident watching with a vested interest.
Numaga, an eloquent warrior from the Pyramid Lake Indian community.
An adult female died Wednesday afternoon when the motorcycle she was driving collided with a recreational vehicle at Washoe Lake, according to the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office. The crash happened on Eastlake Boulevard about 5:30 p.m.
Marshall gets invite to big tourney RENO – University of Nevada senior Marcus Marshall has accepted an invitation to play in the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament, April 12-15.
There will be periodic single lane closures on U.S. 50 east of Fallon through the day on Thursday, but the highway will remain open to traffic in both directions on Thursday with minimal travel delays. Construction will begin at 7 a.m. Friday morning with the removal and excavation of the roadway surface.
Western Nevada College student Amanda Yau is seen with her self-portrait at the Community Development Building, 108 E. Proctor St. Thursday is the last day to see work by Yau and 20 other students in Capital City Arts Initiative’s display ‘Art from WNC.’
Jamie Rollins from 7 to 10:30 p.m. today at Living the Good Life, 1480 N. Carson St.
A toe-tapping Broadway fairy tale starring local youth will run for three performances in the Bob Boldrick Theatre at the Carson City Community Center.
Assemblyman James Ohrenschall and Sen. Tick Segerblom, both Democrats, called on colleagues to abolish the death penalty in Nevada.
An area symphony is celebrating a quarter of a century of free music in Carson Valley.
Paper eggs will be hidden inside Easter themed books when the Douglas County Public Library holds a scavenger hunt.
A comedy showcase by students from Kat Simmons’ comedy workshop is taking place on Wednesday at the Carson Nugget’s comedy club.
The Carson Valley Desert Brushes will meet at 10 a.m. April 13 at Carson City Fire Station No. 12, 3620 N. Sunridge Drive.
Richard E. Frank, 95, died March 26, 2017 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
William R. Rogers Jr., age 77 of Stagecoach passed away on March 20, 2017 arrangements are in the care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations. 775-888-6800
Senate member James Settlemeyer listens to public comment regarding Senate Bill 271 on Tuesday.
A musical lineup headlined by national award-winning musicians is expected to draw a crowd of thousands to the inaugural Carl Howell Memorial Music Festival Aug. 19 in Carson City.
Celebration of Life for Warren Butler at the American Legion, 90 N. Ada St. , Fallon, Nevada Saturday April 8, 2017 @ 2:00 pm. ~ POTLUCK ~ Tri Tip will be provided
Students at Pinion Hills Elementary School try on firefighter apparatus during a school assembly where they presented members of the East Fork Professional Firefighters association $2,116.98 they raised by collecting loose change.
Xena, a gray-brown tabby, loves other cats and shares her c likes treats,
Built in 1876 of native pine, St. Paulâs Episcopal Church is one of a handful of impressive and historic houses of worship still found in Virginia City.
Law enforcement is looking for Martin Joseph 49, after he walked away from a work detail at the Stewart Conservation Camp located in South Carson City, according to The Nevada Department of Corrections. He was last seen this afternoon around 3 p.m. near the edge of the ranch complex which is located off of Snyder Avenue near Northern Nevada Correctional Center.
Just remnantsremain of one of 23 homes lost on Franktown Road in the Little Valley fire.
A tractor burns on the east side of Franktown Road Friday.
Debris piles up against the bridge on HIghway 88 south of Minden in February after a state of emergency was declared for Douglas after another bout of heavy rain and flooding.
Orange marmalade chicken by David Theiss.
Lately I’ve been asked a lot of questions about chicken and how they’re grown and processed. A lot of misleading information is out there about chicken. How they’re grown, what they’re fed, how they’re handled, are chemicals or growth enhancers used, how they’re processed — all great questions.
Sen. Pete Goicoechea, R-Eureka, told fellow members of Senate Natural Resources on Tuesday SB271 is designed to protect homeowners on newer domestic wells.
Instructor Nigel A. Harrison, left, gives instruction about hand tools to Cristian Avila and Susanne Whimple during a construction class at Western Nevada College last spring. The Ways and Means Committee heard testimony last week about the funding for CTE (Career and Technical Education) classes.
Nevada’s community college presidents say the enhanced funding for Career and Technical Education classes is vital because of their small size and high cost.
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious illness. Named for the distinctive “whoop” noise that follows violent fits of coughing, whooping cough can affect people of all ages, but can be especially serious for babies less than a year old.
The second leading cause of death in the U.S. is colon cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 140,000 people are diagnosed every year, resulting in more than 50,000 deaths.
Following President Donald’s Trump’s Major Disaster Declaration for Nevada, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced it will provide federal funds to help Nevada communities recover from ongoing devastating flooding that resulted from severe winter storms in February.
TCID began releasing water into the Carson River from the Lahontan Reservoir in mid-February.
A drone flies over excavation work on the Carson River in early February
DeAl Dankers, top, along with Dee Allsop, right, and James Clippard, a volunteer from Naval Air Station Fallon, fill sandbags.
One of the main canals is flowing at 200 cubic feet per second by bringing more water into the Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge.
ON Friday, Rusty Jardine, left, general manager of the Truckee Carson Irrigation District, gives Gov. Brian Sandoval a tour of the emergency weir and spillway constructed off the V-line canal west of Fallon.
Fallon's Rylee Buckmaster throws to first against Truckee on Saturday.
Fallon coach Lester de Braga sends Brock Richardson to score against Truckee.
Fallon's Sean McCormick connects against Truckee in Saturday's first game of the doubleheader.
The community is invited to gather inside the Westside Pour House in celebration of Amy Kimm, a former Carson High School basketball player who died Tuesday in McKinney, Texas.
A four-week arts marketing workshop series for Northern Nevada “Artrepreneurs” is taking aim at the cliché of the starving artist. The workshop promises to help visual artists, artisans, performing artists and even literary artists achieve business success as they follow their creative passion.
Nevada casinos saw their total win decrease 4.5 percent in February but Gaming Control analyst Mike Lawton said it’s explainable. He pointed out last February was leap year with one more day than this February. But the biggest difference was Chinese New Year was in February last year but completely in January this year.
Carson City Art Gallery is holding a reception Friday for Sparks artist Mike Bond.
What is coffee's potential effects on people's health?
In this file photo, PCU John Finn (DDG 113) is launched in 2015.
From left: Victoria Santio (Miss Vision Quest 2016), Precious Christy (Little Miss Vision Quest 2017), Cylynce Hicks, Darci Owens (Miss Vision Quest 2017), Kaden Crutcher (Vision Quest Warrior 2017) and Gerik Wassmuth (Vision Quest Brave 2016 and 2017).
A majority of Americans drink coffee daily, with an average of about three cups a day, according to Harvard School of Public Health. Will all those cups of Joe being downed nationwide, it’s important to consider the beverage’s potential effects on your health.
The readers’ voting, the numerous hours of counting and notifying winners all takes time, but the hard work is worth it as the LVN announces the 2017 winners in today’s newspaper.
If taxpayers gave money or goods to a charity in 2016, they may be able to claim a deduction on their federal tax return. Taxpayers can use the Interactive Tax Assistant tool, Can I Deduct my Charitable Contributions?, to help determine if their charitable contributions are deductible.
Acting Secretary of the Navy Sean J. Stackley has announced the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer PCU John Finn (DDG 113) will be commissioned July 15 during a ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.
The second annual Vision Quest Pageant featuring the Vision Quest Princess and Warrior competition took place Saturday, crowning young participants colorfully adorned from the Fallon Shoshone-Paiute Tribe and beyond.
Dominic Schulenberg cuts through the water as he practices his stroke.
Kaelehn Nemeth touches off against the edge of the pool before turning back for another lap.
Jazmyne Bullock winds up her throw during the girls' discus of the Elk's Invitational.
Mayla Dahl arcs over the bar during the girls' high jump event at Fallon's Elk's Invitational.
CCHS junior and National Honor Society inductee Ryan Lords.
CCHS senior and National Honor Society inductee Stacy Kalt embraces one of her favorite teachers, pre-calculus instructor Elena Marsh.
The first big meet of the year did not disappoint.
It was a weekend dreams are made of.
The bats came alive, and boy did they.
The Greenwave swim team had a great meet in Truckee Saturday, coming away with top three in 16 events.
Twenty-eight Churchill County High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society last week including seniors Alex Mendez, Mahal Moon, Lana Quint, Chase Sanches and Nicholas Sanchez; junior members include Helen Albaugh, Leighton Beyer, Faith Cornmesser, Britney Davis, Emily Evett, Kyla Jane Fabian, Dawson Frost, Shelby Hickox, Sierra Hickox, Hanna Hitchcock, Kaitlyn Hunter, Thomas Jamieson, Stacy Kalt, Milana Lattin, Ryan Lords, Tyler Marsh, Holly Martin, Mark Stephen Moyle II, AmiDayne Nelsen, Brynlee Shultz, Broder Thurson, Caitlyn Welch and Mary Grace Young.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 11:22 a.m., a 29-year-old Carson City woman was arrested on suspicion of embezzlement after deputies responded to reports of a petit larceny near the Highway 50 AM/PM gas station. No bail was set.
Tim was born in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and moved with his family to Placerville, California, at age 12. He attended El Dorado High School, University of Southern California, and California State University, Sacramento.
A 10-acre farm in Minden that not only grows produce but also operates an on-site farmers market is holding its grand opening on May 13.
Kiwanis Club of Dayton Township will host a program about how consumers can protect themselves from fraud at its monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. April 5 at Dayton Senior Center, 320 Old Dayton Valley Road.
38-year Minden resident, Kenneth Robinson peacefully went to his Heavenly home on March 9, 2017 surrounded by family and friends.
Jean Josephine Studer, long time Fallon resident, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 24, 2017.
Nevada Republican Central Committee representatives Ken Gray, Vida Keller, Don Bergstrom, Kathleen Sliter, Scott Keller, Dave Hockaday, Elaine Bergstrom, Mary Ann Sichak, Andy Sichak and Garry Simmons. Not pictured are Dave Ray and Cliff Yeater.
Board Members: Vice Chairman Dave Ray; immediate past Chairman Dave Hockaday; Secretary Mary Ann Sichak; Chairman Scott Keller; and Treasurer Anita Dayton.
Stop pertussis. Positive result of blood test. Test tube with a blood test in the doctor's hands. Medical concept.
Drugs that can counter the effects of an opioid overdose would be available without a prescription and required at all Nevada public schools under a bill introduced Monday. Members of the Assembly Health and Human Services Committee are responding to an opioid epidemic that federal estimates say has killed at least 165,000 Americans since 2000, including minors who turned to the drugs for recreation or pain relief.
Labor union member Geraldine Lacy celebrates Monday, March 27, 2017, in Las Vegas. NFL team owners approved the move of the Raiders to Las Vegas in a vote at an NFL football annual meeting in Phoenix. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Oakland Raiders fans hold up signs and yell during a rally to keep the team from moving Saturday, March 25, 2017, in Oakland, Calif. NFL owners are expected to vote on the team's possible relocation to Las Vegas on Monday or Tuesday at their meeting in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)
Oakland Raiders fans gather for a picture before the start of a rally to keep the team from moving Saturday, March 25, 2017, in Oakland, Calif. NFL owners are expected to vote on the team's possible relocation to Las Vegas on Monday or Tuesday at their meeting in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)
Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis gestures during a news conference at the NFL football annual meetings after owners approved the move of the Raiders to Las Vegas, Monday, March 27, 2017, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
A Black Bear looks innocently at the camera.
A young back bear stands on a back deck in South Lake Tahoe.
A mother black bear and two clubs crossing the highway in Juneau Alaska with approaching vehicle in the distant background.
Delmar Snider, MD, age 82, passed away on March 25, 2017. Del was born on April 7, 1934 in Oakland, California to Delmar Sr. and Elsie Snider. He had an active youth and started working at age nine. He became active in amateur radio (W6HJM) and scouting becoming an Eagle Scout in March 1949.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City THURSDAY At 1:46 p.m., Cody Regusci, 21, of Reno was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance, felony parole and probation violation, possession of drug paraphernalia and driver’s license suspended after deputies initiated a traffic stop near I-580 and Arrowhead Drive.
The Utility Financial Oversight Committee will consider a storm water rate hike at its meeting Tuesday. The Carson City Public Works department is proposing increases in storm water rates to raise about $1.3 million annually to fund a 10-year capital improvement plan (CIP) without requiring any debt financing.
Vincennes University graduates pose upon competion of their programs in 2016 in Bremerton, Wash., at Naval Base Kitsap.
Vincennes University teams up with Churchill County Library, offering a grant-funded technology certification course in the library's annex on South Maine Street.
Graphic designer at work. Color swatch samples.
Service industry stylist Vickie Thompson cuts Mayor Robert Crowellâs hair to keep him looking mayoral.
Dining in Olive Garden is always a pleasant experience. Hospitality employees are trained to exacting company standards and ready to make the eating out experience memorable. Shown serving a group of return customers are from left: Trainees Crystal Dean and Shane Gramanz, supervised by certified trainer Cidney Hinds.
A garden party fundraiser is planned in June to benefit Between Horses and Humans, a nonprofit that builds confidence and self-esteem in children by partnering them with horses.
The Greenhouse Project’s annual Spring Plant Sale is returning from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1.
Paul Aguilera and Karen Holbert with their new baby, Bow, born on National Quilting Day. The Carson Valley Quilt Guild made a quilt which was presented to the family along with other gifts.
In back row from left: Grand Inner Guard Tom Zogorski; Grand Esteemed Leading Knight Jim Schramm; Grand Esteemed Lecturing Knight Chuck Otto; Grand Esteemed Loyal Knight Gary Wendt. Front row from left: Grand Esquire John Wise; Grand Tiler Jim Plamenig; Grand Exalted Ruler, DDGER, Frank Reynolds III; Grand Secretary, Grand Treasurer and Grand Trustee Dan Wells; Grand Chaplin Earl Capehart.
Tahoe/Douglas Elks 2670 installed officers for 2017-2018. In the front row from left: Anne Marie Neacy, Esteemed Lecturing Knight; Toni Wendt, Esteemed Loyal Knight; Cheryl Peddicord, Exalted Ruler; Richard Jones, Esteemed Leading Knight; Mary Jane Harding, Lodge Secretary; and Pat Hamilton, Tiler. In the back row form left: Bruce Warner, Inner Guard; Twila Otto, Esquire; John Louritt, Treasurer; Mary Wells, 5-year Trustee; and Theodore Henson, Chaplain.
Chili’s will donate 20 percent of proceeds made from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, to Sierra Lutheran High School.
A wine tasting fundraiser at the Governor’s Mansion on April 8 will raise money for Carson High School’s band program.
PHOENIX — Invoking his father Al’s name, and copying what the Hall of Fame owner did with the Raiders, Mark Davis is moving the franchise out of Oakland. NFL owners approved the Raiders’ move to Las Vegas 31-1 at the league meetings Monday. Miami was the lone dissenter.
Donald E. Bucknell, 88, passed away March 20, 2017 at his home in Carson City, Nevada. Walton’s Chapel of the Valley is caring for the arrangements. 775-882-4965
Pauline Dieterle Young passed away March 21, 2017, at her home in Carson City. Born in Lamar, Colorado to George and Mary Dieterle, Pauline was one of eleven children.
Jim was the definition of integrity, whose life was devoted to his family’s happiness, inner peace, and goodwill towards others.
TCID began releasing water into the Carson River from the Lahontan Reservoir in mid-February.
A drone flies over excavation work on the Carson River in early February
Truckee-Carson Irrigation District and Churchill County Road Department workers finished this portion of the weir construction off the V-line canal before concrete was poured for a floor.
Churchill County Commissioner Pete Olsen, right, gives Gov. Brian Sandoval an overview on Friday of the steps taken to mitigate potential flooding along the Carson River. Also listening to Olsen are Rusty Jardine, left, general manager of the Truckeee-Carson Irrigation District, and Fallon Mayor Ken Tedford.
ON Friday, Rusty Jardine, left, general manager of the Truckee Carson Irrigation District, gives Gov. Brian Sandoval a tour of the emergency weir and spillway constructed off the V-line canal west of Fallon.
Gov. Brian Sandoval visited Churchill County on Friday on a fact-finding trip to learn more about flood mitigation efforts in the Lahontan Valley.
Phillip Brady
CHS Senior in the Spotlight Matthew Hill
Members of the Carson High School NJROTC Orienteering Team at Red Top Mountain State Park.
Baxter, a robot, works on a stenner pump.
Kitchen help, a robot makes the food in the near future
A robot may soon be delivering your pizza just the way you like it.
The black sand beaches around Vik, Iceland are some of the most dramatic in the world.
Eagle Valley Middle Schoolâs Jedi Engineers
Carson Cityâs Ruby Warren, center, is the third-place winner in NDOTâs stormwater drawing contest.
Padresâ Colby Blueberg warms up before a spring training game in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Saturday, March 25, 2017. The San Francisco Giants beat the Padres 8-7. Photo by Cathleen Allison/Nevada Photo Source
Former Western Nevada College baseball standout D.J. Peters talks with John Shoemaker, manager of the Arizona League Dodgers, before a spring training game in Glendale, Ariz., on Thursday.
Well Being Massage and Functional Fitness owners Brad and Alina Paula wait for 5k runners to finish during the Fitness For Life grand opening Saturday morning in Carson City.
Theresa Simmons leads a yoga class Saturday morning at Fitness For Life Gym and Hot Spot Yoga located at 195 E. Winnie Lane. For more information, visit carsoncityfitness.com.
FILE - In this April 28, 2016, file photo, Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis, center, meets with Raiders fans after speaking at a meeting of the Southern Nevada Tourism Infrastructure Committee in Las Vegas. America's most popular sport is in the midst of its greatest migration in a quarter century. In a little over a year, three NFL franchises have either moved, announced a resettlement or filed paperwork seeking to relocate. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)
With the Raiders gazing at Las Vegas and sticking one foot out the door, Oakland is making a last-minute plea to hang on to them. Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf on Friday shared details of investors’ plans for the first time for a stadium on the current Coliseum site, and vowed that she and the city are doing all they can to keep the team.
Dustdevil 2nd baseman Zach Woitas juggles the ball before bringing it in for an out Saturday against Spring Creek.
DAYTON — The Dayton Dust Devils, after getting mercy ruled on Friday afternoon, bounced back with a vengeance on Saturday.
Washoe Lake is approaching Interstate 580 through Washoe Valley on Thursday.
Grasses and other debris wash up on the boat ramp on the north side of Washoe Lake.
This is the same area of Washoe State Park, where in April 2015 Gov. Brian Sandoval talked about the drought and its impacts on Northern Nevada. This photo was taken on Thursday, March 23.
Gov. Brian Sandoval holds a press conference in April 2015 regarding the drought situation in Nevada at Washoe Lake State Park.
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It has been two weeks since Nevada won its first Mountain West Conference basketball title.
A little-known, high-impact U.S. agency — the Export-Import Bank — has been unable to do its job for U.S. workers and exporters since July 2015. The result? Forty deals worth $30 billion of U.S. manufactured exports are languishing until additional directors are appointed to the Bank’s Board, restoring a quorum and allowing the Bank to approve transactions more than $10 million in size.
On Monday, the Attorney General’s office presents its budget to a joint Senate Finance, Assembly Ways and Means subcommittee.
A blueprint of the proposed second floor of the Ormsby House.
Diversion Dam west of Fallon is sending water down a canal on Sunday.
TCID began releasing wtaer into the Carson River from the Lahontan Reservoir in mid-February.
Truckee-Carson Irrigation District rented heavy equipment to begin cleaning up the Carson River of debris. This drone shot shows the area between Sheckler Cut Off and McLean Road on Sunday.
DAYTON — Spring Creek snapped a 1-all tie with two in the third and three in the fourth en route to a 15-2 win over Dayton in a Northern 3A baseball game Friday.
Dozens of peacocks roam the Saylor residence in Dayton along with many other animals, over 100 according to Steven Saylor.
Paintings adorn the gallery walls of Steven and Johnye Saylor's Evergreen Studio in Dayton.
Dayton artist Steven Saylor speaks about the unique medium of glazed watercolors, a technique he developed in 1974 Thursday at the Evergreen Studio.
Andie Wilson, president of the board of directors, and Katie Leao, chief professional officer for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada, receive the Carson City Toyota Scion Community Challenge matching funds in the amount of $10,000 from Dana Whaley, general manager for Carson City Toyota Scion.
A small banner hung on the podium with all of the graduates signatures and nicknames Friday night at the Nugget.
An honor guard bagpipe player led the presentation of the colors Friday night at the Nugget.
Carson City's as yet to be sworn-in new fire chief, Sean Slamon, was onhand for the fire academy graduation Friday night at the Carson Nugget.
Corrections officials told lawmakers on Friday medical costs are rising fast within the system. Deputy Director John Borrowman said prices have risen unexpectedly this fiscal year, leaving the department asking the governor for a supplemental appropriation projected at $5 million — a number he said could go higher.
GARDNERVILLE – The East Fork Professional Firefighters Association raised nearly $9,000 for cancer research in March by participating in the Scott Firefighter Stair Climb in Seattle and St. Baldrick’s in Carson City.
Dick Campagni, owner of Carson City Toyota Scion and the Campagni Auto Group, issues an annual challenge to Carson City – he’ll match your donations to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada dollar for dollar up to $10,000 during March and April.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 1:17 p.m., William Smith, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion felony failed annual verification and contempt of court after deputies responded to reports of an unwanted subject at the Carson Street Days Inn. Bail was set at $5,500.
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Ford, D-Las Vegas, said flatly on Friday two significant Republican bills won’t get a hearing in his end of the building. Asked whether Sen. Scott Hammond’s new enabling legislation for the school vouchers program would get a committee hearing, he said simply, “No.”
The Banquet Room of the Carson Nugget will be transformed into a craft fair and merchants expo from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 9.
Dog obedience classes at Dayton Valley Dog Park are set to begin at 5 p.m. April 23 and continue for six weeks.
Dorothy Louise Wittmuss (Dottie), 72 of Stagecoach, Nevada died March 21, 2017 in Reno from complications of an aneurysm.
Daelyn Sebold prepares an order of pastries at LA Bakery Thursday morning in Carson City.
LA Bakery will start construction on an additional building on North Curry St. soon.
Work continues inside the new beauty school on the corner of Roop and Fairview Wednesday with a projected opening date of May 2nd.
This is the authorâs 31-inch-long model of the famous passenger liner SS Queen Mary that is a tourist attraction in Long Beach.
Virgil Larson, 89, died March 4, 2017 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
A transient from Washington state who moved to Fallon last week appeared in the New River Township Justice Court Friday for arraignment on charges of open murder and battery with a deadly weapon resulting from Tuesday night incident at the Overland Hotel.
Daniel Gallegos Vargas, Age 24 of Carson City, Passed away on March 20th 2017. Funeral arrangements are in the trusted care of Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home.
FIRST SPRING LECTURE features trains
doctor puts a syringe in arm of children
The snowpack is deep at Heavenly Valley Ski Resort at South Lake Tahoe. More snow is expected this weekend.
The Churchill County School District is taking an active role in participating with the countywide Emergency Operations Center in case of potential flooding in the Lahontan Valley this spring.
The snowpack is deep at Heavenly Valley Ski Resort at South Lake Tahoe. More snow is expected this weekend.
The worst winter and spring in recent memory has played havoc with baseball teams throughout Northern Nevada, especially young and inexperienced teams like Carson High.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... Eric Musselman could sell a Burger King Whopper to Ronald McDonald, a bowl of Wheaties to Tony the Tiger and a pack of Duracell batteries to the Energizer Bunny.
The southwest corner of the Overland Hotel was sectioned off after a Wednesday night stabbing that killed a Fallon man and wounded a female acquaintance. A suspect is in custody.
Congressman Mark Amodei offers his views on Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump Thursday at the Nevada Appeal office in Carson City.
Work continues inside the new beauty school on the corner of Roop and Fairview Wednesday with a projected opening date of May 2nd.
Gurf Morlix got his start performing with Blaze Foley in Texas in the 1970s. Heâll be at the Silver City School House and Community Center on April 13.
Average retail gasoline prices in Nevada have risen 1.9 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.65 per gallon earlier this week, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 1,130 gas outlets in Nevada.
If you read some of the books about Virginia City, you might think the historic mining town was a rough and lawless place that was no place for churches and schools.
Nicholas Delgado, 23, races the ball past one of Bishop Manogue's Johnny Cavillia during Tuesday's Oasis lacrosse home game.
Courtney Romero takes a breath of air during a lap of Churchill County Community Pool during a swin team practice.
Oasis Academy may have lost Tuesday’s home lacrosse match against Bishop Monogue, but the game showed the team has big promise for the rest of the season.
The Greenwave swim team’s season is off to a good start, placing several competitors during the aqua 5 pentathalon.
It’s where All-Americans and Olympians are born.
The Fallon Masonic Lodge conducted their children ID program at the open house.
The Fallon Chamber of Commerce conducted a ribbon cutting at Transcendence Health and Wellness. In the center cutting the ribbon are Cody Deegan, Joan Deegan, Nikki Collier, Dan Collier and Lucy Carnahan of the Chamber. Holding the ribbon are John Tewell, left, and Dick Stark.
Joan Deegan moved from Portland, Ore., to Fallon in August, but in less than nine months, she has fallen in love with the community and the charm it offers.
A Vincennes University (VU) education program has opened up more learning opportunities in Fallon with a focus on affordability, efficiency and job skills.
There are still some seats available for the performance by Hawaii’s Kings of Swing Kahulanui tomorrow evening at the Oats Park Art Center.
The Churchill Arts Council will present a reception for “CollAssemblage,” the new exhibition at the Oats Park Art Center on April 8.
I’ve always enjoyed ships and writing about them. Big or small, military or civilian, American or foreign, ships have fascinated me since I was 9 or 10, when my parents took me from the Port of Los Angeles to Catalina Island aboard the SS Catalina.
The CCSD board recognizes the high school girlsâ basketball team for winning the Nevada 3A state championship as well as coach Anne Smith for being selected as the Nevada 3A girlsâ basketball coach of the year.
The Churchill County School District Board of Trustees met Wednesday to continue discussion of what to add to the 2017-2018 budget.
Welcoming another artist to its Celebrate Us art project, Churchill County is featuring Patricia Getto’s colorful pottery.
Financial exploitation costs older Americans billions of dollars per year, according to several sources, including the National Council on Aging. If you have older parents, could they be vulnerable to financial scams and rip-off artists? And, if so, what can you do to help protect them?
Imagine my surprise when I found out that there is an island off the coast of Japan ruled by cats. Tashirojima is a small island that has a human population of 100 and a cat population of 600. It seems the island once had 1,000 humans; but as the population dwindled, cats multiplied and have become the primary residents.
LuDela can be easily controlled from a user's smartphone.
LuDela is a start-up based out of Carson City's Adam's Hub for Innovation. The new technology provides a smarter and safer way to use candles.
Lacy J. Dalton performs at the Carson City Chamber of Commerce 70-year celebration June 29, 2015 at the Nevada State Prison.
Singer Lacy J. Dalton and guitarist Dale Poune are being honored at the North American Country Music Association International Hall of Fame in Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
FALLON — One man is dead and a female acquaintance seriously injured after a stabbing at the Overland Hotel on Tuesday night. Fallon police arrested a suspect identified as Mitchell Keith Goodrum, 55, a transient who had moved to Fallon on March 16 from Washington state. He has been charged with open murder and battery with a deadly weapon causing substantial bodily harm against 72-year-old Warren Edward Butler. Goodrum is being held at the Churchill County Jail. Bail was set at $1,050,000.
A country crooner whose more than 40-year career includes collaborations with Lucinda Williams, Blaze Foley, Robert Earl Keen, Warren Zevon and others is stopping in Silver City on a tour in support of his new album.
Carson City will soon have a beauty school again. Sierra Academy of Style is scheduled to open in May in the same spot on the corner of Roop Street and Fairview Drive that once housed Carson City Beauty Academy.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 9 a.m., a 27-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of contempt of court after deputies conducted a warrant service near the 1500 block of Long Street. Bail was set at $3,000.
Two Carson City businesses failed the Sheriff’s Office alcohol compliance checks Wednesday. The Sheriff’s Office used a 17-year-old decoy to attempt to purchase alcohol from several locations around town.
Less than a day after Rep. Mark Amodei told MSNBC’s Steve Kornacki he still was “undecided” whether to vote for the Republican version of the healthcare plan, he came out on Twitter as a firm no. “We’ve done our homework. We’ve closed on the issue in preparation for a vote tonight. I’m a no on the #AHCA,” Amodei tweeted.
Pizza Factory at 3120 Highway 50 is hosting a fundraiser to benefit a Carson City father fighting for his life.
LAS VEGAS — Children in Nevada could be required to start school by age 5 under a bill proposed by a state lawmaker. The Las Vegas Review Journal reports that North Las Vegas Democratic Assemblywoman Olivia Diaz introduced the bill Wednesday. It would make school attendance mandatory at a younger age and require districts to establish pre-kindergarten programs.
Shirley Ann (Garceau) Bierman, entered Heaven on March 19, 2017, after a nine-year battle with cancer. She was welcomed by the jubilant sounds of her father Dave Garceau’s heavenly orchestra and a choir of angels.
James E. (Gene) Parker, born on March 16, 1938 in Clinton, NC and died on March 17, 2017 in Carson City, NV.
Fallon Police and firefighters responded to a two-vehicle crash in front of Suzie’s BBQ around 9 a.m. Thursday morning.
The socially-engaged art installation, titled 'Unraveling Inequality' was set-up Monday on the lawn in front of the Legislature Building. It was created by community members ranging in age from youth to seniors and presents the issues they want addressed during this Nevada Legislative session.
Nevada coach Eric Musselman cuts the net after Nevada defeated Colorado State 79-71 for the Mountain West Conference tournament championship Saturday in Las Vegas.
Nevada coach Eric Musselman expresses his displeasure with the Wolf Pack players early in the second half.
Coach Eric Musselman acknowledges the crowd following the Pack's win against Irvine Wednesday.
Eric Musselman encourages his team during a recent game against Boise State at Lawlor Events Center.
Nevada coach Eric Musselman looks on as the Wolf Pack makes a second-half run against New Mexico.
SPARKS — Close games have been the norm for Carson High in the early stages of the season, and the Senators found themselves in another tight situation on Wednesday night.
David Stern poses outside the doors of Battle Born Social Wednesday afternoon.
Battle Born Social owner and chef David Stern talks about the branding of the new restaurant in downtown Carson City.
Librarian Sandy DeVaney delivers books to locals as part of the Carson City Librar's Homebound program on Friday, March 3.
Mayor Bob Crowell, Supervisors Lori Bagwell and Brad Bonkowski, and developers Sam Landis, Rob McFadden and Mark Turner break ground on Mills Landing.
Constructed in 1867, the Silver State Flour Mill in Paradise Valley is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Hear the Young Irelanders and its mix of flute, whistle, bodhrán, accordion, guitar and vocals April 7 at the CVIC Hall.
Marshall, Oliver nab honors RENO — The honors keep rolling in for Nevada’s Marcus Marshall and Cameron Oliver.
Crisis averted. Eric Musselman, who led Nevada to regular-season and postseason titles in the Mountain West and took the team to its first NCAA Tournament since 2007, has elected to stay at Nevada after interviewing at Cal earlier this week.
The true meaning of a chef goes beyond spending hours in the kitchen perfecting a recipe, and inventing a restaurant’s entire menu at 3 a.m. For a professional chef like David Stern, the kitchen is his home. “You don’t have customers at home,” he said. “You have guests.”
The sounds of the Emerald Isle will fill the CVIC Hall in Minden when a Celtic band takes the stage on April 7.
Gary Douglas from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at Js’ Old Town Bistro in Dayton.
Nevada’s community college presidents say the enhanced funding for Career and Technical Education classes is vital because of their small size and high cost. Western Nevada College President Chet Burton said the added formula weighting for CTE classes “recognizes the true costs of delivering these programs.”
Fallon Police Department spent Wednesday night investigating a fatal stabbing at the Overland Hotel.
The southwest corner of the Overland Hotel was sectioned off after a Wednesday night stabbing that killed a Fallon man and wounded a female acquaintance.A suspect is in custody.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 8:29 p.m., a 36-year-old Carson City woman was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery-second offense near the 1100 block of Nevada Street. Bail was set at $5,000.
The Nevada resolution ratifying Equal Rights Amendment for women is on its way to Washington, D.C. On Wednesday — the 45th anniversary of the original congressional approval of the ERA — the Nevada Senate cleared the way for Senate Joint Resolution 2 with a technical amendment and the addition of the names of more than a dozen Assembly members to the resolution.
RENO — Nevada basketball coach Eric Musselman has opted to return to Nevada after meeting with University of California officials on consecutive days earlier this week, according to reports.
This vintage post card from 1905 shows the elegant Walleyâs Hot Springs Hotel as it appeared at the time.
Kahulanui brings their Hawaiian big band sounds to Fallon in a week.
Mormon Station State Historic Parkâs annual Easter celebration is returning April 15.
Hop over to Mormon Station State Historic Park in Genoa for the 2nd Annual Cotton Tails Easter celebration.
Historic Tonopah is a good halfway point between Fallon and Las Vegas.
Shirley A. Corso, age 81 of Carson City Passed away March 20, 2017 Funeral arrangements under the direction of Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home 775-882-2644
Albert Perondi, 96, passed away in Carson City Nevada March 18, 2017. Walton’s Chapel of the Valley is handling the arrangements. 775-882-4965
Mackenzie Tackett from Eagle Valley was fourth at 120 in the seventh-grade tourney
Dan Shoup, Annalize Sanders and Christina Dietlein rehearse a scene from "Bus Stop" on Tuesday night.
Christina Dietlein, Jeff Basa and Joseph McClure rehearse a scene from "Bus Stop" on Tuesday night.
Tom Pierce attempts to repair the flag pole on top of the Capitol dome Tuesday morning, but high winds forced Pierce back to the ground before repairs could be made.
One man is dead and a female acquaintance seriously injured in a stabbing at the Overland Hotel Tuesday night.
Marinara is packed with cancer-fighting antioxidants.
I know, you had a double take on that title. Let’s face it, to get the good stuff you have to have the right connections. Whether it’s Aunt Nellie’s sauce or my little Sicilian mother-in-law Grace’s gravy, the right marinara can make or break a dish. Not only does the right sauce enhance just about anything it’s paired with, it has health benefits as well.
Patrons enjoy St. Patrickâs Day Trivia Night at the Carson City Library on Friday. For information about upcoming events at the library, go to carsoncitylibrary.org.
Shelbi Schultz slides into home plate under South Tahoe catcher Drue Chapman's arm.
A home security camera photo of the man sought in the case of threats made against Carson City Judge John Tatro.
The Sheriffâs Office said the vehicle has been identified as a gold or similar colored 1980-1990 Mercedes-Benz four-door sedan. A similar make and model to the car sought was found in a storage locker in Sparks on Wednesday.
Envelope of the card sent to Judge John Tatro last December. The envelope contained a card that read "You Will Die" inside and is linked to a fire bomb that was placed at Tatro's residence in May 2015.
Carson City District Attorney Jason Woodbury holds a press conference at the courthouse on Tuesday morning concering the suspect involved in the Judge Tatro.
Mugshot of John Aston
Carson City District Attorney Jason Woodbury holds a press conference at the courthouse to provide information on the investigation concerning a suspect in the Judge Tatro case on Tuesday.
Advocates for the National Popular Vote said on Tuesday Nevada’s electoral college delegates should match the presidential candidate who won the most votes nationwide whether or not that’s the candidate who won in Nevada. “For all practical purposes, we elect the president of the Battleground States of America versus the President of the United States of America,” said Saul Anuzis, senior advisor to the effort.
Carson Middle School’s Allen Mayoral won the 120-pound seventh-grade title and Jesse Sapien, also of CMS, won the 125-pound eighth-grade title at the postseason meet Saturday in Lovelock.
A duck enjoys the water of Stillwater Point Reservoir on the first day of spring.
One of the main canals is flowing at 200 cubic feet per second in bringing water into the Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge.
Stillwater Point Reservoir has 4-feet of water, more than enough for ducks to paddle near the shore on Monday.
In her four years as manager of the Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge, Nancy Hoffman has seen lean times during the drought at the wetlands northeast of Fallon.
The Nevada Youth Legislature is proposing public high schools teach students about sexual consent and the ramifications of breaking certain laws. Senate Bill 108 would require secondary education curricula to include the legal definition of sexual consent and how to comply with it.
The socially-engaged art installation, titled âUnraveling Inequalityâ was set-up Monday on the lawn in front of the Legislature Building. It created by community members ranging in age from youth to seniors and presents the issues they want addressed during this Nevada Legislative session.
From left are Army Staff Sgt. Jonathan Serna, CCHS student Tallon Amezquita and Army Capt. Stefan Wilson.
From left are Army Staff Sgt. Jonathan Serna, CCHS student Declan Bernard and Army Capt. Stefan Wilson.
From left Army Staff Sgt. Jonathan Serna stands with CCHS student Shelby Chard and Army Capt. Stefan Wilson.
From left are Army Staff Sgt. Jonathan Serna, CCHS students Declan Bernard, Shelby Chard and Tallon Amezquita and Army Capt. Stefan Wilson.
Just 15 minutes of exercise will increase strength by 30 percent over six weeks.
Mood can be affected by the smells that retrieve pleaant situations from the senses.
A three-vehcile crash in December killed a Silver Springs man. The driver who caused the crash was sentenced Monday to 6-20 years in the Nevada State Prison.
Having practiced pharmacy for many years, I often find myself talking to people about their Medicare prescription drug, or Part D, plans.
Assemblyman Ira Hansen, R-Sparks, has introduced a bill that would divorce Nevada’s community colleges from the System of Higher Education.
The resolution ratifying the Equal Rights Amendment cleared its final legislative hurdle Monday, passing the Nevada Assembly by a two to one margin, 28-14.
The booking report as presented by the Churchill County Sheriff’s Office on March 16, 2017.
The U.S. Army recruiting office in Fallon has reached out to local students for the second consecutive year to design posters promoting career specialties.
A California man pleaded guilty Monday in Lyon County District Court to one count of Driving Under the Influence of a controlled substance that caused the death of another motorist south of Fernley in December.
When constantly struggling to juggle the unending daily responsibilities of both work and family life, trying to squeeze in time to exercise can be a daunting task.
Though often taken for granted, smell is a powerful sense, especially when a gentle scent can instantly transport your mind to another time and place. From retrieving pleasant memories to boosting your mood, your sense of smell plays an important role in your overall well-being.
Fallon's Joe Terry competes in the 800-meter race in Saturday's meet in Yerington.
Fallon's Reid Clyburn competes in the 300-meter hurdles in Yerington on Saturday.
The Fallon Youth Baseball teams line up behind the color guard for the national anthem.
A light breeze unfurled the American flag for the national anthem during the opening ceremony of Fallon Youth Baseball's 2017 season.
Tanner Huckaby leads his grandfather, John Huckaby, to the mound to throw the first pitch of the season.
The Greenwave boys’ golf team is seeing a good start to the season, finishing in the top five of their most recent tournaments.
Leading into the first grand tournament of the season, the Greenwave boys and girls track and field teams placed in the top two of last weekend’s 84th annual Yerington Relays.
Fallon Youth Baseball opened its season over the weekend, but a special recognition going back to the beginning was the main event; the FYB board recognized John Huckaby for his and his family’s involvement and dedication in the program.
If you’re familiar with “Bus Stop” only through the Marilyn Monroe movie, don’t expect to see it replicated exactly at the Brewery Arts Center’s MHJ Black Box Theater the next two weekends.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 4:58 p.m., a 19-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of battery after deputies responded to reports of a man punching employees near the 3600 block of Desatoya Drive. Bail was set at $1,000.
Nevada Republicans say creating a new state office to operate a school voucher program will fix a technical flaw delaying its implementation. The program would give parents state dollars to spend on private schools.
RENO — Conservative activist and former Nevada state lawmaker Sharron Angle, a three-time candidate for Congress, has announced she is seeking to unseat Republican Rep. Mark Amodei next year. Angle shot to national attention in 2010 when she attempted to best Nevada Democrat and then-Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid in a high-profile challenge from a tea party candidate.
Western Nevada College Fallon planted pinwheels at both Getto and Pinon Halls to empower students and staff in seizing control against tobacco.
Western Nevada College Fallon planted pinwheels at both Getto and Pinon Halls to empower students and staff in seizing control against tobacco.
Western Nevada College staff placed 1,300 red pinwheels throughout the Fallon campus grounds to signify the 1,300 individuals who die each day of tobacco-related illnesses.
Telegraph Coffee & Tap owner Bill Kennedy and manager Ashley Luck present a recent fundraiser’s proceeds to the Fallon Volunteer Fire Department.
The Churchill County School District Board of Trustees will meet tomorrow at 6 p.m. in the Old High School auditorium (“The Pit”).
Tuesday’s high winds quickly put an end to the first attempt to fix the machinery that raises and lowers the flag over Nevada’s Capitol.
Eagle Valley Golf Course is the site of a couples golf tournament on March 26.
The Douglas County Public Library is hosting another First Saturday of the Month Family Movie.
Dr. Apollo Hannibal Vaz, resident of Fallon, passed away peacefully at home, Friday, March 17, 2017 with his family and friends by his bedside, after a long battle with cancer.
The socially-engaged art installation, titled âUnraveling Inequalityâ was set-up Monday on the lawn in front of the Legislature Building. It created by community members ranging in age from youth to seniors and presents the issues they want addressed during this Nevada Legislative session.
Margaret Theresa Facha, long time Fallon resident, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Sunday, March 19, 2017.
Ruth was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, Registered Nurse and Volunteer. She lived her life in service of others. Her life as an RN touched all aspects of the profession.
LAS VEGAS — Nevada is adding residents at a pace that should push the statewide population over 3 million by next year, the state’s top population-counter said Tuesday.
Chad Lundquist/Nevada Appeal
A man and a woman are hospitalized with gunshot wounds after a double shooting in Topaz Ranch Estates on Monday evening. At 6:46 p.m. the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office received a call from 1205 Slate Road in Topaz Ranch Estates in southern Douglas County for two victims with gunshot wounds.
Rich and Kathy King are the owners of Fitness for Life located on east Winnie Lane.
Rich and Kathy King, owners of Fitness for Life have expanded and remodeled the yoga studio inside their business.
Eric Musselman and Cam Oliver should stay right where they are.
a kind of insects named aphid on the green plant
SPARKS — What started out as a promising day turned into a disaster.
FILE - In this Oct. 17, 1986 file photo, Chuck Berry performs during a concert celebration for his 60th birthday at the Fox Theatre in St. Louis, Mo. On Saturday, March 18, 2017, police in Missouri said Berry has died at the age of 90. (AP Photo/James A. Finley)
FILE - In this Saturday, May 30, 2009 file photo, Chuck Berry performs at The Domino Effect, a tribute concert to New Orleans rock and roll musician Fats Domino, at the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans. On Saturday, March 18, 2017, police in Missouri said Berry has died at the age of 90. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
FILE - In this Saturday, March 28, 2009 file photo, American guitarist, singer and songwriter Chuck Berry performs during the "Rose Ball" in Monaco. On Saturday, March 18, 2017, police in Missouri said Berry has died at age 90. (AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau)
Joe Albanese replaces an old mural with a new painting that will feature the album cover of a new Chuck Berry album at Delmar Loop in St. Louis on Saturday, March 18, 2017. They were surprised to hear that the music legend died as they were working on the project. Earlier in the day, police announced Berry died at the age of 90. (David Carson/St. Louis Post-Dispatch via AP)
Paul Brown of Creve Coeur and his daughter Lacey Brown, 10, visit the statue of music legend Chuck Berry on the Delmar Loop, Saturday, March 18, 2017, in University City, Mo. Berry died earlier today at the age of 90. (David Carson/St. Louis Post-Dispatch via AP)
FILE - In this Saturday, May 30, 2009 file photo, Chuck Berry performs at The Domino Effect, a tribute concert to New Orleans rock and roll musician Fats Domino, at the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans. On Saturday, March 18, 2017, police in Missouri said Berry has died at the age of 90. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
FILE - In this Saturday, March 28, 2009 file photo, American guitarist, singer and songwriter Chuck Berry performs during the "Rose Ball" in Monaco. On Saturday, March 18, 2017, police in Missouri said Berry has died at age 90. (AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau)
FILE - In this Saturday, March 28, 2009 file photo, American guitarist, singer and songwriter Chuck Berry appears at the "Rose Ball" in Monaco. On Saturday, March 18, 2017, police in Missouri said Berry has died at age 90. (AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau)
FILE - In this Tuesday, July 28, 199 file photo, Chuck Berry performs during the "Legends of Rock 'n' Roll" at the Hallenstadion in Zurich, Switzerland. Berry headlined the show that also featured appearances by Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis. On Saturday, March 18, 2017, police in Missouri said Berry has died at the age of 90. (Michele Limina/Keystone via AP)
David Gaule, from Springfield, Ill. drops off flowers at the statue of music legend Chuck Berry on the Delmar Loop, in University City on Saturday, March 18, 2017. Berry died earlier today at the age of 90. After hearing Berry died Gaule drove to St. Louis from Springfield to pay his respects. (David Carson/St. Louis Post-Dispatch via AP)
FILE - In this Oct. 17, 1986 file photo, Chuck Berry performs during a concert celebration for his 60th birthday at the Fox Theatre in St. Louis, Mo. On Saturday, March 18, 2017, police in Missouri said Berry has died at the age of 90. (AP Photo/James A. Finley)
In separate pieces of legislation, two Republican members of the Assembly want slow drivers barred from using the fast lane.
Assemblyman Ira Hansen, R-Sparks, has introduced a bill that would divorce Nevada’s community colleges from the System of Higher Education.
A preferred route for the proposed Interstate 11 is to parallel most of U.S. 95.
Stewart passed away at Carson Valley Senior Living where he had resided for the last nineteen years.
The resolution ratifying the Equal Rights Amendment cleared its final legislative hurdle Monday, passing the Nevada Assembly by a two to one margin, 28-14.
The Treasurer’s Office met tough questions and criticism on Monday over its expansion of College Kick Start despite legislative direction not to do so.
An adventure-fiction novel about the struggle of the Washo American Indians during the infamous 1849 California Gold Rush is available.
The Ormsby House as shown last year.
The Ormsby House as seen last year.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City FRIDAY At 8:38 a.m., Sabraa Bewley, 26, of Reno was arrested on suspicion of felony burglary and felony assault with a deadly weapon after deputies responded to reports of a domestic dispute near the 1100 block of Division Street. Bail was set at $45,000.
The trial for the 2016 Grant Watkins murder has been vacated, after the last of the defendants pleaded guilty to charges Friday. Daniel Lease, 22, has pleaded guilty to compounding crimes for his role in the murder. Lease helped the gunman, 22-year-old Reed Skenandore, dispose of the firearm and clothing used during the murder.
The chance to hear from Holocaust survivors and World War II veterans who took part in liberation missions is being offered April 25.
Stephen Edward Pelkan, 52, passed away peacefully March 10, 2017, in Kirkland, WA, with family by his side. He was born March 8, 1965, in Napa, CA to Betsy P. and Dr. Karl F. Pelkan Jr.After graduating from Justin Siena High School in 1983, Steve entered the Air Force, spent a year in Texas, and then three years at Ramstein AFB in Germany as an electrical power production specialist. He joked that the Air Force also taught him how to operate a snow shovel.
Huddle Northern Nevada, a subsidiary of the Women’s March, is a grass roots organization concerned with state and national policies.
Robert Gonzales, who was imprisoned for stabbing his wife Connie to death, has died in prison. The victim was stabbed repeatedly in the parking lot of Family Medical Center on May 3, 1985, in front of several witnesses including her co-workers.
Jasmine Catrina Overli, 23 of Reno, passed away on March 13, 2017, Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funeral & Cremations, 775-888-6800
Barbara Ortez, 77 of Stagecoach, passed away on March 16, 2017, Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funeral & Cremations, 775-888-6800
Irene Frances Desmond returned peacefully to Heaven on March 16, 2017.
Codi will be on hand with Ken Beaton at the Carson City Wine Walk on April 1.
Ken Beaton and his book, “The Bulldog Brigade: Every Day Red and Gray,” will be at Morley’s Books during the Carson City Wine Walk on April 1.
Nutrition Unlimited was welcomed by the national nonprofit Pets of the Homeless as a new donation site.
Fallon catcher Brock Uptain tags out South Tahoe's Garret Harley at the plate in Friday's first game of a doubleheader.
Rock ‘n’ roll was more than a new kind of music, but a new story to tell, one for kids with transistor radios in their hands and money in their pockets, beginning to raise questions their parents never had the luxury to ask.
SAND HARBOR — Nevada officials say an injured hiker has been rescued at Lake Tahoe after having a health problem.
Purdue's Vince Edwards (12) and Dakota Mathias (31) celebrate after defeating Iowa State 80-76 on Saturday in Milwaukee.
Senator Erica Basa takes off during the long jump competition Saturday at the Jim Frank Track and Field Complex.
Senior pitcher Derek Shafer throws to a Spanish Springs batter Saturday at Ron McNutt Field.
MILWAUKEE – The clock struck 12 on Middle Tennessee State’s season Saturday night.
Carson High scored two runs in the first inning, but the bats went silent over the last five innings, enabling Spanish Springs to grab a 4-2 4A victory Saturday morning at Ron McNutt Field.
Second-grader Daniella Saenz-Cabuto, 7, draws during an art lesson at Empire Elementary School on Friday.
2016 Silver Beaver Recipients are Steve Kenzer, left, Ron Thornton, Rita Hemmert, Derek Allen, Thierry Barkley, Alan Perazzo, David Van Wagenen and Brian Crane.
Artistâs rendering of the new Mills Landing town home community to be built on State Street in Carson City.
Mark Beauchamp and Jeff Shaheen, co-founders of Shaheen Beauchamp Builders, will accept the Nevada Builders Alliance Golden Hammer Award for impact to economic development at the Northern Nevada Development Authority Pioneer Awards dinner at the Carson Nugget Friday, March 31, at 6 p.m.
Phillip Brady
Speech and Debate Tournament at Spring Valley High School
Perfect Attendance Award Winners for February
Danny Dudley and Cailyn Campos
CHS Orchestra at the Washoe County School District High School Orchestra Festival.
Brandon Gagnon and Ashton Milligan
Students salute as the National Anthem is sung during the NJROTCâs annual pass-in-review ceremony.
PHS students Nick Franklin and Beth Crandell with Assemblyman Edgar Flores.
An eight-member academic delegation from Poland toured Western Nevada Collegeâs Advanced Manufacturing labs on Tuesday in Carson City. WNC Electronics and Industrial Technology Professor Emily Howarth is pictured fourth from the left.
The Nevada Builders Alliance announced Shaheen Beauchamp Builders LLC as the recipient of the Golden Hammer Award for its contribution to Northern Nevada’s economic development for the 2016 expansion of Top Notch Distributors, Inc.’s Carson City distribution center. The award will be presented at the Northern Nevada Development Authority Pioneer Awards dinner at the Carson Nugget at 6 p.m. March 31.
Longtime Carson City residents Sam Landis, Rob McFadden, and Mark Turner, announced they will break ground on Mills Landing, a town house community designed to bring affordable housing to Carson City, in a ground-breaking ceremony at 9 a.m. Wednesday at 1428 State St. in Carson City.
Monday, Nevada lawmakers face the first of several major deadlines — the final day for introduction of bills by individual lawmakers.
Lizzie Williams races into her teammates at home plate after hitting a home run during Fallon's softball game against South Tahoe.
The Lady Wave softball team dominated its first league weekend against South Tahoe, taking strong wins in every game.
RENO — Sierra Club lawyers who’ve preached against the environmental evils of coal-burning power plants for decades are trying to force the closure of the last significant one in renewable energy-rich Nevada with arguments based on a different sort of green: money.
Nevada's bench reacts in the final minutes of Thursday's game against Iowa State.
Middle Tennessee State's Antwain Johnson (2) is hit in the face as he drives past Minnesota's Dupree McBrayer (1) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first round game Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato)
This March 15, 2017 photo shows the T-Rex dinosaur, one of three new tokens that will be included in upcoming versions of the board game Monopoly, in Atlantic City, N.J. Hasbro Inc. revealed the results of voting on Friday, March 17, 2017. Leaving the game will be the boot, wheelbarrow and thimble tokens. (AP Photo/Wayne Parry)
ELKO — Alec Wall hit a two-run homer to snap a 9-all tie and give Elko an 11-9 win over Dayton in the 3A baseball opener for both schools.
After South Tahoe upset the Greenwave in the first game of a Northern 3A baseball doubleheader, Fallon pitcher Alex Mendez knew he had to stop the Vikings from a sweep.
The death of a female toddler is under investigation by the Carson City Sheriff’s Office. Thursday, Carson City Sheriff’s deputies and fire/paramedics responded to the 100 block of Manzanita Terrace in north Carson City on the report of an unresponsive child who had fallen.
Carson City Roadrunners RV Club will have its March meeting from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at Grandma Hattie’s in Carson City.
Las Vegas is known for many things, among them NASCAR racing and MMA championship fights.
When Eric Musselman was introduced as the Nevada Wolf Pack men’s basketball coach two years ago, he stood confidently behind a podium and a microphone and declared, “We want it to be cosmetically pleasing to the fans.”
MILWAUKEE – One area where Nevada coach Eric Musselman thought his team had an advantage going into its NCAA opener against Iowa State was in rebounding.
MILWAUKEE – Every NCAA tournament, there’s a team that catches the fancy of basketball fans nationwide, and this year the Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders might be that feel-good story.
MILWAUKEE – It has been less than 48 hours since Iowa State snapped Nevada’s nine-game win streak and sent the Wolf Pack back to Northern Nevada
Gov. Brian Sandoval has joined with three other governors in protesting the current form of the House healthcare bill.
Through the third quarter of 2016, Nevada had one of the nation’s fastest job growth rates at 3.5 percent. That rate, fourth best in the nation, was in part driven by the record total employment by Nevada businesses with fewer than 100 employees. Those businesses reported employment totaling 606,000, surpassing the 585,000 employees in small businesses in 2007
Sen. Mark Manendo, D-Las Vegas, used St. Patrick’s Day as a platform to urge support for a bill that would require all drivers convicted of DUI to install an ignition interlock device in their vehicles.
The governor’s Office for Science, Innovation and Technology has awarded $1 million in grants to begin or expand STEM workforce training programs.
There is now a smarter and safer way to enjoy candlelight. The LuDela Smart Candle allows users to ignite and extinguish a real flame right from one’s smartphone. This technology is reinventing the common light source.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 1:31 p.m., a 58-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of failure to appear after deputies responded to reports of an unwanted subject at the Highway 50 Whiskey Tavern. Bail was set at $955.
Crews finish last-minute work Wednesday afternoon on one of four culverts on U.S. 95.
Water from the V-line canal flows in a north-south canal near Powerline Road.
Due to a scheduling conflict, the Carson City Photo Club will be meeting a week earlier this month at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 21, at the Carson City Sheriff’s Office. Attendees are asked to enter through the west door.
Muscle Powered is looking for volunteers to help clean litter from the paved path that parallels the north side of Highway 50 in Carson City.
Tez Allen, center, signs his letter of intent to play basketball at Southern Oregon University in Ashland, Or. Thursday at Carson High. Pictured with him are his mother Kaylie Rooker (left), father Roswell Allen and CHS boys coach Carlos Mendeguia (standing) and SOU basketball coach Brian McDermott (seated).
Tez Allen holds up his new Southern Oregon t-shirt Thursday at CHS.
Middle Tennessee State's JaCorey Williams celebrates during the second half against Minnesota on Thursday.
Middle Tennessee State's JaCorey Williams (22) and Tyrik Dixon (0) celebrate during the second half against Minnesota on Thursday.
Nevada's Cameron Oliver (0) dunks as Iowa State's Deonte Burton (30) watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first-round game Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Nevada's Cameron Oliver (0) dunks as Iowa State's Deonte Burton (30) watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first-round game Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Iowa State's Monte Morris (11) goes up for a shot against Nevada's Lindsey Drew (14) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first-round game Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato)
Iowa State's Nazareth Mitrou-Long (15) drives around Nevada's Marcus Marshall (1) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first-round game Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato)
Nevada head coach Eric Musselman watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first-round game against Iowa State Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato)
Nevada head coach Eric Musselman reacts as he watches his players during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first-round game against Iowa State Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Nevada's Lindsey Drew (14) goes up for a shot against Iowa State's Deonte Burton (30) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first-round game Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Billy McGarvey, a senior at Nevada, takes a break from performing as Nevada mascot Alphie during half time Thursday.
Nevada's Jordan Caroline (24) and Iowa State's Solomon Young battle for a lose ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first-round game Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Nevada's Lindsey Drew (14) goes up for a shot against Iowa State's Deonte Burton (30) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first-round game Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Nevada's Cameron Oliver (0) dunks as Iowa State's Deonte Burton (30) watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament first-round game Thursday, March 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Churchill County recognizes its longtime employees. From left, Commissioner Bus Scharmann, Commisioner Carl Erquiaga, Diane Moyle (Planning Department, 10 years), Manny Lopez (Social Services, 10 years), Commissioner Pete Olsen, Rochanne Downs (Assessor's Office (5 years) and County Manager Eleanor Lockwood (20 years). Not pictured: Nick Adams (Road Department, 5 years), Jolie Jabines (Sheriff's Office, 10 years), Jerilyn Whitaker (Sheriff's Office, 10 years), Karl Zulz (Road Department, 15 years).
A resident of Minden, NV, June was born in Newton, MA on August 30, 1934, passed away in Carson City on March 13, 2017.
James “Monte” Clevenger, age 44, passed away March 16, 2017 in Carson City, Nevada.
FILE - In this April 13, 2006, file photo, Pete Vavricka conducts an underground train from the entrance of Yucca Mountain in Nevada. Nevada's congressional delegation is nearly united decrying President Donald Trump's request for Congress to allocate $120 million to restart the licensing process for a national nuclear waste dump in the desert outside Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken, File)
This April 9, 2015, file photo shows the south portal of the proposed Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump near Mercury.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... Will Eric Musselman coach the Nevada Wolf Pack men’s basketball team in the 2017-18 season? The California Golden Bears are looking for a new coach.
MILWAUKEE – It was a tough two weeks for senior D.J. Fenner, who was the only holdover from the David Carter era.
MILWAUKEE – Nevada’s first NCAA appearance since the 2007-08 season and its best season since 2011-12 ended in a healthy dose of disappointment.
Carson City Senior Center participants will have new classes in public safety and health to look forward to as the Center joins forces with Carson City Sheriffâs office and fire department to provide educational classes to seniors.
Area elementary choir students rehearse for 'Choirpalooza' Thursday in the Morse Burley Gymasium at CHS Thursday.
Kiwanis Club of Daytonâs 27th annual Casino Night â offering food, gaming, a raffle and silent auction â raises money to help send local students to college.
The first of several new âWelcome to Nevadaâ road signs was installed this week at the Nevada-California border on State Route 88 south of Minden.
Art students designed the new signs going up at border locations.
MILWAUKEE – The first 12-5 upset of the NCAA Tournament came on Thursday afternoon when Middle Tennessee State handled Minnesota, 81-72, at the BMO Bradley Center.
Terra Duncan, left, and Ashley Luck of Telegraph Coffee and Tap are supporting the Churchill Community Coalition's mission to reduce underage drinking.
Cast of Wizard of Oz was staff from Financial Horizons Credit Union and the Lahontan PTO president and her son. Back row from left are Sue Payne, Tiffany Deboer, Angela Guthrie, Erica Smith, Andrea Cavanaugh, Cynthia Frank , Sheila Washington. Front Row is Liam Few.
Oasis Academy Middle School Student Council: From left are John Anthony Hallberg, treasurer; Josiah Rosario, president; Aubree Shear, secretary; Teagan Dill, vice president, Shana Plount, CASA program manager
Berney Realty: From left are Cari Norcutt, owner/broker, Carol Arciniega, Realtor, Shana Plount, CASA program manager.
UNCE presents a Beef Feedlot School whereby classes are geared toward cattle producers.
Nevada is a seething cauldron of geothermal activity. Gurgling to the surface in dozens of places throughout the state are boiling hot springs and pools, many of which have been tamed for human use.
The talented, eclectic ensemble Kahulanui will bring their Hawaiian big band sounds to the Barkley Theatre in the Oats Park Art Center on March 25.
Water flows from Lahontan Reservoir have been reduced to the Carson River and V-line canal so the Truckee-Carson Irrigation District can inspect the water delivery system and perform preventative maintenance at several sites.
Financial Horizons Credit Union established the Pennies Count Fund in 1996, and it began by asking members to donate the “cents” from either cashing a check or a recurring direct deposit.
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension will be hosting a “Beef Feedlot School,” 9 a.m.–3 p.m., March 24 and 31 at Western Nevada Cattle Feeders, 2105 N. Meridian Road in Lovelock.
Churchill County CASA’s marked its second anniversary in 2016 by serving the community’s most severely abused and neglected children.
The Churchill Community Coalition has forged into partnerships with local businesses to reduce underage drinking in Churchill County.
Tez Allen has spent countless hours in gyms and weight rooms to improve his game and his body, and Thursday that work paid the hoped-for dividends.
"Warm-up dancers" preceding the show
The Carson City Senior Center and Sheriff Ken Furlong announced Thursday they’re partnering with Carson Fire to form a new senior education program encompassing issues related to public safety and health.
The Carson City Firefighters Association is hosting its fifth annual Guns and Hoses charity event April 23 and 24.
Churchill County High School's Employability Fair last week included Sheriff Ben Trotter (front), Banner Churchill Community Hospital's CEO, staff from Naval Air Station Fallon and Nevada State Departments as well as numerous local businesses.
At the Churchill County Board of Commissioners meeting Wednesday, Bill Lawry from the county’s Emergency Operations Center reported on flood mitigation efforts.
The 10th annual Dancing with the Stars Fallon on Saturday presented more than inspiring community celebrity-student pairings.
Churchill County High School’s annual Employability Fair gave Career and Technical Education (CTE) juniors and seniors the opportunity to ask professionals questions, hear their insights and attend special learning sessions.
Guest coach Lorne Smith offers advice to Tristan Rodarte during a preseason practice session.
JayDan Vasquez, 42, Patrick Marrow, 80, Jason Lofthouse, 89, and Conor Keitz, 14, practice plays in preparation for their first game of the season.
Goalie Audrey Rasmussen defends the goal as Jaidyn Delgado, left, Maiya Swan, center foreground, and Jaylee McEwen attack.
Kate Dunkin, right, chases Sadie O'Flaherty, left, during a preseason practice play.
X prepares to kick off the end of the path during the long jump event.
From Left. Trevor East, Reid Clyburn and Trevor Brown vault the barriers during the hurdles event at the Greenwave's first track meet of the year.
Bailee Walker-Morris comes in for a landing during the long jump.
Allison Marrujo starts her run up to a throw during the girls' shot put at Churchill County High School's track field.
Members of the Churchill County archery club show off their awards after winning third in the state archery tournament. Left to right are Koda Biggs, Broder Thurston, Sterling Lee, Emily Dixon, Lana Quint, Cody Sponsler and Sienna Burgess.
It’s going to be a scary season for the Lady Wave track and field team.
Churchill County High School’s archery club took third place as a team during this year’s annual state tournament.
Young but with more experience, the Greenwave boys track and field team is poised to challenge the top teams in the 3A North.
Oasis Academy’s boys’ lacrosse team opened its season last week, falling to the Damonte Ranch Mustangs and the McQueen Lancers.
Oasis Academy’s girls’ varsity lacrosse team is off to a great start with a record of 3-0 in its first season.
Over the next two weeks, Reno area, Carson City, Douglas County, Lyon County and Churchill County residents can expect to see additional law enforcement presence. Nevada Highway Patrol has joined forces with law enforcement agencies throughout the state to concentrate on impaired driving, and has an important message for the public: don’t rely on the luck of the Irish, if you drive impaired, you will be arrested.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 10:50 a.m., Eric Neal, 26, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony home invasion and felony burglary after deputies responded to reports of a residential burglary in progress near the 2500 block of North Carson Street. Bail was set at $45,000.
An aerial shot of recent flood damage in Dayton
Jeff and Jessica Young talk to a customer at the Shoe Tree Brewing Company bar and tasting room.
The first drink Shoe Tree Brewing Company sold out on wasn't a beer; it was the Cold Pressed Coffee, chilled for 15 hours.
When customers first walk in, a menu of handcrafted drinks is listed near the bar for a quick order.
The Shoe Tree Brewery on Old Hot Springs Road is open, serving handcrafted beer. From left, owners Paul Young, Jessica Young, and Jeff Young.
David Oscar Hoy, 62, of Lynwood, California, succumbed to pneumonia and was surrounded by his family on March 6th, 2017. He joined his parents, Jack and Alice Hoy and brother Jack Hoy of Lynwood, California. He would have been 63 on March 14th, 2017.
Deborah Stevenson is offering a Sheng Zhen Qigong class of simple movements and guided meditations.
An insiderâs look at the historic Wungnema House is being offered on Sunday.
The Foundation for Carson City Parks & Recreation (FCCPR) is holding an Open House at the Wungnema House in Mills Park Sunday, March 19, from 2 to 5 p.m.
LAS VEGAS — Nevada’s congressional delegation was close to united Thursday against President Donald Trump’s request for Congress to allocate $120 million to restart a licensing process for a national nuclear waste dump in the desert outside Las Vegas.
Peter Krogh Andersen
Marine Corps veteran John Louritt is recognized as Veteran of the Month Wednesday during the 2017 Veterans and Military Day at the Legislature.
A journalist from Denmark is stopping in Silver City on his fourth trip across the United States.
Over the next two weeks, Fallon residents can expect to see additional law enforcement presence. The Fallon Police Department has joined forces with law enforcement agencies throughout the state to concentrate on impaired driving and has an important message for the public: don’t rely on the luck of the Irish, if you drive impaired, you will be arrested.
The Sheriffâs Office said the vehicle has been identified as a gold or similar colored 1980-1990 Mercedes-Benz four-door sedan. A similar make and model to the car sought was found in a storage locker in Sparks on Wednesday.
Envelope of the card sent to Judge John Tatro last December. The envelope contained a card that read "You Will Die" inside and is linked to a fire bomb that was placed at Tatro's residence in May 2015.
In December 2013, Tatro received death threats on a Christmas card in the mail that said âYou Will Die.â
Thomas Garretson, 58, of Carson City, Nevada, passed away on Friday, March 10th, surrounded by loved ones.
Published Caption: LVN file photo The Bureau of Land Management plans to step up temporary roundups of wild horses to treat the animals with fertility control drugs. Photographer's Caption: Published Caption: Nevada Appeal File Photo Wild horses eat grass hay after being relocated to the Bureau of Land Managementâs National Wild Horse and Burro Center in Palomino Valley. Photographer's Caption: Published Caption: David Hunter/Associated Press File Photo Wild horses eat grass hay after being relocated to the Bureau of Land Managementâs National Wild Horse and Burro Center in Palomino Valley in Oct. 1999. Photographer's Caption: Published Caption: David Hunter/Associated Press File Photo Wild mares from the New Pass area of central Nevada eat grass hay after being relocated to the Bureau of Land Managementâs National Wild Horse and Burro Center in Palomino Valley on Oct. 27, 1999. Federal land managers have temporarily shut down the facility north of Reno, where 130 wild horses have recently died from health problems that could pose a threat to workers and visitors. Photographer's Caption: Wild mares from the New Pass area of central Nevada eat grass hay after being relocated to the Bureau of Land Management's National Wild Horse and Burro Center in Palomino Valley, Nev., in this file photo from Oct. 27, 1999. Federal land managers have temporarily shut down the facility north of Reno, where 130 wild horses have recently died from health problems that could pose a threat to workers and visitors. (AP Photo/David Hunter)
The spread of equine strangles in Nevada has slowed significantly over the last two weeks, but reports of new cases since Sunday have emerged predominantly in western Nevada.
Richard F. Perkins, age 65, of Minden, Passed away March 10, 2017. Funeral arrangements are in the care of Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home 775-882-2644
The women and men on the Western Nevada College Soccer Club have been training together through a cold and wet winter.
D.J. Fenner brings the ball up the court for Nevada earlier this season.
Western Nevada College is ascending the West Coast Soccer Association standings. Participating in the NorCal men’s and women’s divisions, the Wildcats are more than holding their own during the 2017 spring club seasons.
State and local government officials presented a legislative plan Tuesday laying the groundwork to build a multi-billion-dollar light rail system to link McCarran International Airport with the Las Vegas Strip.
MILWAUKEE – Nevada redshirt Hallice Cooke knows Nevada and Iowa State.
MILWAUKEE – The 5 versus 12 first-round matchup in the NCAA Tournament has lent itself to many upsets over the years.
Governor Brian Sandoval
Irish music with Men of Worth will fill the Brewery Arts Center on St. Patrickâs Day.
Gov. Brian Sandoval talks with two students from Bordewich Bray Elementary school Wednesday morning.
Bordewich Bray Elementary school students and faculty meet Gov. Brian Sandoval and Carson City School District Superintendent Richard Stokes at the Governor's Mansion Wednesday morning, for a walk as part of Nevada Moves Week.
Flaggers hook up portable lights before U.S. Highway 95 reopened Wednesday afternoon.
Crew began reopening U.S. Highway 95 shortly before 6 p.m. on Wednesday.
U.S. Highway 95 south of Fallon reopened for traffic shortly before 6 p.m. Wednesday after being closed for almost a week for flood mitigation improvements.
Nevada’s Republican governor has detailed to top White House staffers his concerns with a Republican bill to remake federal health care, including some scenarios that would pose major state budget shortfalls that the administration had not yet identified.
Ev Musselman from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Living the Good Life, 1480 N. Carson St.; 6-9 p.m. Friday at Alatte Coffee & Wine Bar inside the Carson Nugget, 507 N. Carson St.; and 6-9 p.m. Wednesday at Max Casino, 900 S. Carson St.
The Brewery Arts Center is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with Men of Worth.
Carson City law enforcement will seek charges against a suspect in threats against a Carson City judge dating to 2012, according to a Wednesday media release. The Carson City Sheriff’s Office said it will seek charges against John Aston, 74, in the case involving Carson City Justice Court Judge John Tatro, according to the release.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 12:16 a.m., Mikal Washington, 23, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony parole and probation hold and failure to appear after deputies responded to reports of a verbal dispute near the 1300 block of North Carson Street. No bail was set.
The author of a bill designed to allow prison inmates to have evidence in their cases DNA tested said Wednesday the goal is to eliminate the high bar those defendants must currently pass to obtain post-conviction tests.
Sen. Pat Spearman, D-North Las Vegas, testified on Wednesday the legal reasons for a medical marijuana card should be expanded to include its affects on opioid addiction.
The gathering behind the Capitol building with Nevada’s active military troops, veterans, and government was a heartfelt morning for many as Gov. Brian Sandoval endorsed three bills, along with major praise of two veterans.
James Wesley Biffle, 73, of Fallon, Nevada died peacefully in his sleep on March 13, 2017.
Soroptimist International of Carson City welcomes members of the community to its lunch meeting on Wednesday, March 22.
The Silver State Model T Ford Club will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 21, at Red’s Old 395 Grill, 1055 S. Carson St. in Carson City.
Effective April 1, the administrative offices of the Central Lyon County Fire Protection District will be relocating to the River Vista Business Park at 246 Dayton Valley Road, Suite 106, Dayton.
A festive fundraiser filled with food, music and dancing is planned to help local veterans manage stress, find jobs and live healthy lives.
Carson City residents will have an opportunity to dispose of accumulated weeds and yard debris when the Fire Department allows open burning March 25-April 23.
Edith Fay Rogers passed away on March 13th, 2017, at the age of 78.
Toots is a six-year-old Tabby who would make a good companion.
The alleged gunman in the 2016 Grant Watkins murder has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit robbery. Reed Skenandore, 22, entered a guilty plea to the two felony charges Tuesday night after negotiations with the Carson City District Attorney’s Office.
Monte Morris of Iowa State
Deonte Burton of Iowa State.
Martin H. Purshouse, 84, of Gardnerville, passed away on March 11, 2017, arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations 775-888-6800.
Kahulanui brings its Hawaiian music to Fallon later this month.
Michael leaves behind daughters Paula Baca and Tammy Varney; grandchildren Alex, Mandy, Mason, McKenna and Owen; sisters Martha Leuken; Robin Farley and husband Dan; brother Tom Goodridge and wife Tanya.
Carson freshman Abby Pradere keeps pace with Centennial's Karina Haymore (center) and Alexis Gourrier (right) in the Division I 1600-meter race at last year's NIAA State Championships at Carson High School.
Jared Barnard delivers a pitch in a game against Reno on Tuesday afternoon.
Tim McCarthy instructs middle school wrestlers on match assignments Saturday during a Tah-Neva League wrestling tournament Saturday at Carson Valley Middle School. The league championships will be held this Saturday at Pershing County High School in Lovelock.
Corey Reid placed second in the NCAA DIvisiion II National Championships in the heptathlon.
Western Nevada College student and "Kick Butts Day" event coordinator Spencer Flanders sticks pinwheels into the front lawn of the campus on Tuesday afternnon.
Pinwheels that represent people who die daily from tobacco related illness fill the campus front lawn at Western Nevada College.
Carson High’s Luke Myers took two swings in the bottom of the seventh, and both hurt.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office was closed for several hours Tuesday afternoon following a bomb scare.
FILE - In this April 13, 2006, file photo, Pete Vavricka conducts an underground train from the entrance of Yucca Mountain in Nevada. Nevada lawmakers are being asked to commit about $3.75 million over the next two years to fund the fight against a federal proposal to bury the nation's most radioactive waste at Yucca Mountain, about 100 miles northwest of Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken, File)
FILE - This April 9, 2015, file photo shows the south portal of the proposed Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump near Mercury, Nev. Nevada lawmakers are being asked to commit about $3.75 million over the next two years to fund the fight against a federal proposal to bury the nation's most radioactive waste at Yucca Mountain, about 100 miles northwest of Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)
A member of the CCHS girls' swim team prepares to flip for her return lap during a practice.
Churchill County swimmers practice laps in the county pool as they prepare for the season.
Alexis Jarrett, left, gets tagged by Stacy Kalt during a Lady Wave practice session.
Fallon catcher Edgar Alvarado hits his second home run of the game against McQueen on Saturday in Fallon's only win of the Mike Bearman Memorial Tournament in Sparks.
Fallon pitcher Hayden Strasdin was one out away from a complete-game win against McQueen on Saturday.
Lailani Otuafi, 20, was named MVP of the Northern 3A girls' basketball teams; she was joined on the first team by teammates Caitlyn Welch and Faith Cornmesser.
Churchill County’s swim teams are looking to make a splash this year as they dive into the 2017 season.
Lady Wave basketball capped their historic season with selections to the All-North and All-State teams; six players were recognized for All-North and three to All-State with Coach Anne Smith herself being named coach of the year.
The Lady Wave had their first softball games of the season over the weekend, going 1-4 in a preseason tournament in California.
The Greenwave baseball team picked up its first win of the season on the final day of the Mike Bearman Memorial Tournament.
4-H Kitchen Warriors assemble cookies.
Water still maintains a high level in the V-line canal at a diversion point that will send water to Sheckler Reservoir and the desert.
Construction crews work on the final culvert that will bring water under U.S. Highway 95 to Carson Lake.
The installation of four culverts should be finished by the end of the week.
Not much exists in Gabbs, a small town located in the Nevada desert.
A detour sign greets motorists at Luning.
2nd Lt. Anthony Tisdale received his pilot wings during Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 17-05âs graduation ceremony at Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
Emergency responders meet with Mayor Ken Tedford as he announces the proclamation of March as Move Over for Emergency Vehicles Month. From left are Thomas Wood, Ben Trotter, Ken Tedford, Dave Lane, Kevin Gehman and Ralph Hamman.
Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nev., on Monday told the Nevada Department of Transportation Board if Nevada doesn’t move to designate its preferred route for Interstate 11, the state will likely lose the ability to make those choices.
You have a Dental Emergency,. Should you go the Hospital or Dentist?
U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Anthony L. Tisdale has graduated from Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training at at Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
Heading south on U.S. Highway 95 out of Fallon may present some interesting challenges since the Nevada Department of Transportation closed the main north-south artery to Las Vegas last week for the installation of culverts.
Mayor Ken Tedford issued a proclamation Monday morning designating March as Move Over for Emergency Vehicles Month.
The installation of four concrete triple-box drainage culverts on U.S. Highway 95 south of Fallon will be completed by Friday.
Gov. Brian Sandoval issued a statement Tuesday saying he may veto Initiative Petition 1, mandating DMV register voters when they get or renew a drivers’ license.
Corey Reid from Azusa Pacific finished second at the recent Division II Indoor Heptathlon Championships.
When Carson High convened its first track practice this spring, head coach Robert Maw was greeted by nearly 150 athletes, the highest total since he took over the program.
Iowa State will be making its sixth straight NCAA appearance, and the Cyclones have several players on their roster who have played in multiple NCAA Tournament games.
There are many exciting things happening in our Fallon Food Hub community. The Food Hub is about to celebrate our first birthday/anniversary. We have had a great year serving our community with local and fresh produce. We’re looking forward to the future of what the Fallon Food Hub is bringing to our community.
Churchill County Library celebrates its special birthday with a cake by Cheryl Scherschel (pictured) that included edible balloons.
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners will meet Wednesday at 1:15 p.m. in the Fallon City Hall council chambers on West Williams Avenue.
Churchill County Library Director Carol Lloyd welcomed about 100 people to the Maine Street library’s 50th birthday party on Saturday.
An Iranian national was arrested in Carson City last week as part of a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation. The Iranian had a conviction for drug trafficking, the federal agency said.
Nevada’s jobless rate finished January at 5 percent seasonally adjusted and 5.1 percent without that adjustment. That’s actually a tick higher than the 4.9 percent raw rate reported in December. Even so, that’s more than a percent lower than a year ago when the raw rate was 6.5 percent.
Two men were recently convicted of domestic violence in Lyon County. On Jan. 4, the Third Judicial District Court sentenced Wesley Huttman, 34, of Baxter, Minn., who was charged with battery to commit sexual assault, after a three-day jury trial in September. The sentence holds a term of two to 10 years in the Nevada State Prison.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City MONDAY At 9:21 p.m., a 43-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of DUI-second offense, failure to obey a traffic control device and no valid driver’s license after deputies initiated a traffic stop near the 1500 block of Como Street. Bail was set at $2,640.
Residents of Washoe County’s Duck Hill area frustrated with local services asked members of the Assembly Government Affairs Committee to move forward a bill that would change the county line and place their property inside Carson City.
Congressman Mark Amodei speaks at the State Legislature on Monday.
Demonstrators gather in front of the State Legislature building on Monday.
Congressman Mark Amodei hands out PICON hats after his speech to state legislators on Monday. PICON stands for People in Charge of Nevada.
LAS VEGAS — A state agency asked Nevada lawmakers to commit $3.6 million a year for the next two years to continue a fight against a federal proposal to bury the nation’s most radioactive waste at Yucca Mountain, about 100 miles from Las Vegas.
Star Bart Hyde and student Jordan Medrano
On its 10-year anniversary, Dancing with the Stars Fallon galvanized enthusiastic whoops and hollers in the brimming Elmo Derrico Gym at Churchill County High School on Saturday.
Taken from us way to soon. You will remain in our hearts forever, never to be forgotten.
Gilbert Leroy Ray, age 73, passed away on March 12, 2017 at his residence in Fallon.
A juvenile was fatally struck by a vehicle Monday night near the Pioneer Crossing on U.S. Highway 50 Alternate.
Marguerite Natalie Olm, age 89, passed away from natural causes at her home in Carson City, Nevada, July 26, 2016.
Beloved Son & Brother, Jordan was born in Carson City, NV. At age 11, he moved to Meridian, CA at which time he discovered a deep love for the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. Jordan graduated from Sutter Union High School in 2016. After graduating, he started his dream job at Butte Lodge Outing Club.
This isn’t an ordinary obituary, but Robert Marine was no ordinary man. He stayed between the lines, but lived by his own rules. Not to be deprived of his passion, he crafted pieces of art in his shop, Marine’s Woodworking, until the day his heart gave out. He didn’t want it any other way.
The Bendure Bunch gathers around Phyllis Bendure. Front row from left to right are Phyllis and Judy Bendure. Standing from left to right are Ted and Sue Bendure; Sue Bendure Henderson and Alan Forbes; and Fred Bendure.
Phyllis Bendure is ready to celebrate and welcome her guests.
How many people are doing great at 98? I know one 98 year old.
University of Nevada, Reno professor Sudeep Chandra
University of Nevada, Reno professor Sudeep Chandra leads an active and interesting life. And he gets to fish — a lot!
Charles N. Lundberg, 59, died March 10, 2017 in Reno, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Mountain West Conference Commissioner Craig Thompson, left, presents Nevada coach Eric Musselman with the trophy after Nevada defeated Colorado State 79-71 in an NCAA college basketball game for the conference title, Saturday, March 11, 2017, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Nevada's Marcus Marshall shoots as Colorado State's J.D. Paige defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the Mountain West Conference tournament championship Saturday, March 11, 2017, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval poses with schoolchildren in front of the Governor's Mansion Wednesday morning prior to walking to school with them for Nevada Moves.
Iowa State's Deonte Burton shoots during the second half of the team's NCAA college basketball game against West Virginia for the championship of the the Big 12 tournament in Kansas City, Mo., Saturday, March 11, 2017. Iowa State won 80-74. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
RENO — The one thing Nevada has demonstrated in its run to regular and post-season championships in the Mountain West is its resilience.
The NCAA tournament selection committee didn’t do the Nevada Wolf Pack any favors on Sunday. The national media also didn’t help the Pack. And the Mountain West, well, nothing new there.
A month ago, Iowa State looked like a team on the verge of falling out of NCAA Tournament contention.
Carson High’s swim teams recorded league wins over Wooster and Damonte Ranch over the weekend.
Nevada coach Eric Musselman takes down the net Saturday night in Las Vegas after the Pack defeated Colorado State.
Rep. Mark Amodei said Monday he is disappointed with House leadership over the total lack of hearings on the healthcare reform bill.
Gabrielle Hunt, a junior at Yerington High School, won the Nevada Poetry Out Loud State Finals on Saturday in Reno and will represent Nevada at the Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, D.C., in April.
The Carson City Cultural Commission on Monday endorsed a new project for filling the city’s vacant storefronts with art. Called Re-Imagined Space, the project is a collaboration between the Carson City Visitors Bureau and the Redevelopment Authority Citizens Committee.
The Nevada Senate on Monday gave final legislative approval to Initiative Petition 1, mandating Department of Motor Vehicles register voters when they get a drivers’ license.
Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nev., on Monday told the Nevada Department of Transportation Board if Nevada doesn’t move to designate its preferred route for Interstate 11, the state will likely lose the ability to make those choices.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City FRIDAY At 5:04 p.m., a 23-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of DUI-second offense, using a cell phone while driving and parking and blocking a driveway after deputies initiated a traffic stop near the 200 block of Adams Street. Bail was set at $2,625.
Richard Henson, 88, died March 11, 2017. He was born in Twin Valley, Ohio and was a longtime resident of Carson City, NV.
Fern V Palmer, 90 of Carson city, Passed away March 9, 2017 Funeral services are in the trusted care of Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home 775-882-2644
Delores Jean Zibull, 80, passed away at her home in Carson City on February 17, 2017, surrounded by family and friends after a brief but hard-fought battle with cancer.
Liberty Tax Service is teaming up with Friends in Service Helping to fight hunger in Carson City.
A free discussion and screening of the PBS Frontline film “Being Mortal” is planned from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. March 23 at Sierra Place Senior Living, 1111 W. College Parkway, Carson City.
Supervisor Karen Abowd of Ward 1 is hosting her monthly Walkabout meeting on Friday in Mills Park.
Well Being Massage and Functional Fitness is sponsoring a 5K fun run at 8:30 a.m. March 25 to celebrate the grand opening of Fitness for Life Personal Training.
Corned beef, cabbage, carrots, potatoes and dessert are on the menu at Carson City Emblem Club’s St. Patrick’s Day dinner on Friday.
A potluck fundraiser is being held at 6 p.m. on St. Patrick’s Day at Genoa Town Hall to benefit a local business owner.
An afternoon of fashion, food and fun to benefit the Carson City Democratic Women’s scholarship fund is coming to the Governor’s Mansion on March 25.
The essence of Mark Twain’s quote, “water is for fighting, whiskey is for drinking,” will be at the center of a free forum on March 22 at the Brewery Arts Center.
Nevada State Treasurer Dan Schwartz will give an update us on his plans for this year at the next Fernley Republican Women meeting at 6:30 p.m. March 21 at the Fernley High School Library, 1300 Highway 95A. A light meal will be served at 6 p.m.
The Carson City Republican Women will hold its regular monthly lunch meeting from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 21 at Casino Fandango.
The Carson River is seen at the Cradlebaugh Bridge as it flows under U.S. 395 in Minden in January.
Cole MacDannald's senior project is rebuilding a 1979 Knucklehead Harley-Davidson.
Nevada coach Eric Musselman hoists the trophy after Nevada defeated Colorado State 79-71 in an NCAA college basketball game for the Mountain West Conference tournament championship Saturday, March 11, 2017, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Nevada's Jordan Caroline shoots as Colorado State's Braden Koelliker defends Saturday.
Nevada's D.J. Fenner reacts after sinking a 3-point shot during the first half Saturday.
RENO — With fans, administration members, the pep band and cheerleaders looking on, Nevada found out that it would open the NCAA Tournament Thursday in Milwaukee against Iowa State (23-10), the fourth-place finisher and post-season champion from the Big 12.
RENO — The Carson High baseball team ran its winning streak to four games before sustaining its first loss of the season at the Mike Bearman Tournament on Saturday in Reno.
Nevada coach Eric Musselman gestures to his team during the second half against Colorado State in an NCAA college basketball game for the Mountain West Conference tournament championship Saturday, March 11, 2017, in Las Vegas. Nevada won 79-71. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Nevada players celebrate after defeating Colorado State in an NCAA college basketball game for the Mountain West Conference tournament championship Saturday, March 11, 2017, in Las Vegas. Nevada won 79-71. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Nevada coach Eric Musselman cuts the net after Nevada defeated Colorado State 79-71 for the Mountain West Conference tournament championship Saturday in Las Vegas.
The Nevada bench reacts after a 3-point shot during the first half Saturday.
LAS VEGAS — Nevada is going dancing. Led by tournament MVP Jordan Caroline’s 23 points and 10 rebounds, Nevada knocked off Colorado State, 79-71, at Thomas & Mack Center to win the Mountain West postseason tournament and advance to the NCAA Tournament.
Volunteer LaVonne Birdwell arranges quilts on a stand located near the Senior Center gift shop that is open to the public.
Phil Norman, an AARP volunteer, prepares a tax return for Wanda Laeger at the Senior Center.
Senior Center executive director Courtney Warner answers a question from James Warren regarding transportation arrangements to the VA office in Reno.
Lori Dias participates in a line-dancing class offered at the Senior Center.
LAS VEGAS — Eric Musselman has Nevada relevant again in college basketball, and that was part of the vision he had when he took the Wolf Pack basketball job.
Standing from left top row: Kamryn Main, Lander Smith, Bryce Fettic, Caydee Farnworth, Isaiah Santos, Garrett Wilson, Thomas Legott, Daniel Cazares, Diana Pierrott, and Daniela Solis Middle Row: Camilla Arechiga, Shania West, Katie Bagula, Sadie Tingle, Grace Nichols, Emma Henrie, Kenadi Carter, Jessica Knutson, Amy Funes, Amberlee Ketten Bottom Row: Haylee Busby, Kyla McGee, Mackenzie Valentine, Gillian Ladiges, and, Kianna Hettricks. Not pictured: Shannon Von Duering.
Ciabi Dick, 11, is Jr. Miss Nevada Urban Indians Powwow Princess.
From left: Giselle Medina, Gabe Dums, Alyssa Eisenbeiss, Joseline Avila, Jessica Corona, Instructor Marianne Garvey, Daisy Ruiz-Baez, Hannah Harris, Alina Karimi, Devon Parker, Nina Davis.
Phillip Brady
Winners Tyler Alexander and Jens Robison
Shark Tank Principles of Business Winner Charles Andrews
Shark Tank Advanced Class Winners Sophia Waite, Wyatt Law, Shaylin Segurra
CHS Speech and Debate Team
Honorable mention: âPineconeâ by Anke Simpson.
Second place: âHay Wireâ by Monique Giron.
First place in Carson City Photo Clubâs monthly competition, highlighting texture and patterns, went to Tom Kellerâs âBlue Geode.â The club meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Carson City Sheriffâs Office. All levels of photographers are welcome.
Participants release balloons Saturday as a part of the Jog for Jordan event put on by Carson High senior Alyssa Woodward as a way to honor her late brother and raise awareness for suicide prevention. The participants had a moment of silence and released the balloons to honor those who have passed.
Joggers pose at the beginning of the 5K race for Jog for Jordan Satruday.
Carson High Senior Alyssa Woodward stands with her parents at the start of the Jog for Jordan event. Woodward started the event as a way to honor her late brother and raise awareness about suicide prevention.
LAS VEGAS — Nevada is going dancing. Led by tournament MVP Jordan Caroline’s 23 points and 10 rebounds, Nevada knocked off Colorado State, 79-71, at Thomas & Mack Center to win the Mountain West postseason tournament and advance to the NCAA Tournament.
Regan Hammond
PHS students will compete at the HOSA Nevada State Leadership Conference during spring break.
LAS VEGAS — Visitors to the Lake Mead National Recreation Area enjoy ample sunshine and miles of open water but also have a 1-in-307,000 chance of dying, according to a popular outdoor publication that ranks it as America’s deadliest national park, an outdoor publication says.
If you are a mid- major basketball program like Nevada and have a great coach like Eric Musselman, this is a scary time of the year.
Week six of the 2017 Nevada Legislature opens with an address by Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nev., before a joint session of the Senate and Assembly. Amodei is expected to discuss issues important to Nevada now before the Congress in a speech set to start at 5 p.m. Monday in the Assembly chambers.
The Carson City Board of Supervisors on Thursday will get an update on the Ormsby House and hear several items forwarded from the Planning Commission. The Ormsby House item was postponed from the last board meeting, when the property owners’ representative couldn’t attend the meeting.
Nevada's Lindsey Drew shoots as Fresno State's Jahmel Taylor, left, and Bryson Williams defend during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the Mountain West Conference tournament semifinals Friday, March 10, 2017, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Nevada coach Eric Musselman expresses his displeasure with the Wolf Pack players early in the second half.
Joe Tonino makes a diving attempt to catch a flyball for Carson on Friday.
LAS VEGAS – For 20 minutes, the Nevada Wolf Pack did its best imitation of the gang that couldn’t shoot straight. And, in the second half, the Wolf Pack couldn’t miss.
Bryce Moyle had about as good of a day as a player could have at the plate and on the mound for the Carson High baseball team as the Senators finished off a sweep of two games in the Mike Bearman Invitation on Friday at Ron McNutt Field.
LAS VEGAS – Marcus Marshall transferred to Nevada from Missouri State because he wanted an opportunity to play in the NCAA Tournament.
Marcus Marchegger is honored for his donation to Muscle Powered.
Renee Plain and Kathie Taylor of In Plain Sight Marketing LLC celebrate the companyâs fifth anniversary with winning the Northern Nevada Development Authorityâs Mark Twain award for marketing campaign of the year.
A deer jumps over a fence on Mountain Street in front of Gov. Brian Sandoval in 2014 during Nevada Moves Day.
A group of Fremont students walk down Little Lane on their way to school Wednesday. The students had the option to walk to school Wednesday morning in an effort to get kids moving more for Nevada Moves Day.
Damon Runyon once said, “The race may not always be to the swift, nor the victory to the strong, but that’s the way to bet.”
Carson City marketing agency, In Plain Sight Marketing LLC, celebrated its fifth anniversary by settling into new quarters at 311 W. Washington St., Suite A, and taking home the Northern Nevada Development Agency’s Mark Twain award for marketing campaign of the year. Launched in 2012 by Carson City resident, Renee Plain, IPSM has grown from Plain’s kitchen table to a staff of four, including her business partner and mom, Kathie Taylor of Minden. Taylor joined the firm in 2015, adding public relations, market research and survey capabilities to the already flourishing marketing strategy, community relations and social media practice.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY • At 10:38 a.m., a 55-year-old Carson man was arrested at a Poole Way residence on charges of violating an extended temporary protection order. He told deputies he had been staying at the residence for three months after his mother advised him the order had been dissolved. The deputy informed him the order was still in effect and he was under arrest despite the mother’s statement she had been letting him stay there. He was held in lieu of $3,000 bail.
Two bills designed to enable issuance of Tahoe environmental and statewide natural resource project bonds won approval from the Senate Government Affairs Committee on Friday. Sen. Ben Kieckhefer, R-Reno, presented SB197 and SB198 before the committee earlier in the week, saying the bills simply extend the deadlines for issuing bonds under those programs.
Democratic leaders on Friday argued in support of Sen. Yvanna Cancela’s bill restricting state and local agencies from immigration enforcement, saying it’s a state’s rights issue.
A controversial bill that would have enabled Nevada counties to charge each other impact fees for development was gutted Friday and will be replaced with legislation to create a legislative study group. “We’ll keep the bill number, the sponsors, but probably the rest of it we’ll not keep,” Assemblyman Skip Daly, D-Sparks, told the Assembly Government Affairs Committee discussing Assembly Bill 153.
The public is invited to help honor this year’s top steward of the Carson River Watershed, according to the Carson Water Subconservancy District.
Friends In Service Helping, or FISH, is distributing free USDA Commodity Foods to Carson City families 9-11 a.m. March 17 at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St. No one will be admitted before 9 a.m.
Yerington’s annual three-day celebration of country music is getting an extra dose of Western swagger. Several artists were added to this year’s Night in the Country lineup, including LANCO, Midland, The Scotty Mac Band, The Whiskey Heroes and DJ Colt Ainsworth.
Roger Perez, 67, died March 6, 2017 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Malcolm, a resident of Carson city, passed away on February 22, 2017.
Utah State's Koby McEwen drives to the hoop as Nevada's Lindsey Drew defends during the second half Thursday.
Nevada's Cameron Oliver shoots as Utah State's Koby McEwen defends during the first half Thursday.
Utah State head coach Tim Duryea instructs his team Thursday.
Nevada head coach Eric Musselman watches his team during the first half Thursday.
Nevada's Lindsey Drew, left, congratulates teammate Cameron Oliver in the second half against Utah State on Thursday.
Carson Middle School student Jerry DeLeon, 13, hits a speed bag at the Carson City Boxing Club on Tuesday night.
Miguel Mendoza, 10, works out on a heavy bag at the Carson City Boxing Club on Tuesday night.
Gabriella Amador, 16, shadow boxes in the ring at the Carson City Boxing Club on Tuesday night.
Fresno State's Jahmel Taylor (5) reacts after sinking a 3-point shot in the final moments of the team's NCAA college basketball game against New Mexico in the Mountain West Conference tournament Thursday in Las Vegas.
Utah State's Sam Merrill shoots as Nevada's Leland King Jr. defends during the second half in the Mountain West Conference tournament Thursday in Las Vegas.
Carson's Lauren Lemburg pitches last season against Damonte Ranch.
Carson's Jailene Salciedo pitches last season against Damonte Ranch.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . The Nevada Wolf Pack men’s basketball team is two victories from its first NCAA Tournament appearance in 10 years
ELK GROVE, Calif. — The Carson High softball team pushed across a run in the fifth, snapping a 4-all tie and grabbing a season-opening win over Fallon at Bartholomew Park in the first round of the Del Campo Tournament.
LAS VEGAS — Fresno State’s Rodney Terry summed it up perfectly after his No. 4 Bulldogs eliminated No. 5 New Mexico on Thursday at Thomas & Mack Center to reach the Mountain West semifinals.
Mike Call shows off one of his barbed wire pieces. Displays by Call and other collectors will be on display during the 2017 Western Collectibles Show March 24-25 at the Carson Valley Inn.
A piece made by Mike Call display the barbed wire he has collected over the years. Collections by Call and others will be on display at the 2017 Western Collectibles Show March 24-25 at the Carson Valley Inn.
LAS VEGAS — Leland King and Josh Hall took the spotlight in Nevada’s quarterfinal win at the Mountain West Basketball Championships.
The Carson High baseball team opened its 2017 campaign with an 8-2 win Thursday night over Fallon at Ron McNutt Field.
A bill to recalculate the property tax cap was heard Thursday by the Assembly Committee on Taxation. Assembly Bill 43, proposed by the Nevada Association of Counties (NACO), would create a floor of 3 percent for property taxes on both commercial and residential properties, although homeowners tax bills would only increase based on the change in their property values and no more than 3 percent.
A suspect is sought in a robbery.
FILE - In this July 1, 2016, file photo, a vacant lot that is the site of a proposed football stadium sits near McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas. The board overseeing the proposed Las Vegas NFL stadium was set to meet Thursday, March 9, 2017, for the first time since the Oakland Raiders told the league that they have found a new partner to finance the facility. The meeting of the stadium authority board comes the same week the team presented to the NFL the new proposal with financing backed by Bank of America. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)
After 75 years of harmonious tones produced by a mix of Carson City’s male a cappella singers, Chorus of the Comstock perished in February.
LAS VEGAS — The lease agreement for a proposed Las Vegas NFL stadium will not be ready before league owners meet later this month, when they could potentially vote on whether to approve the relocation of the Oakland Raiders.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying a man involved in a robbery. On Jan. 29, a suspect entered a Carson City business and stole the victim’s wallet.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying stolen property from the I-Storage in Carson City.
It may be hard to believe Carson High’s softball team is even younger than the 2016 version, but it is.
Fallon catcher Brock Uptain is one of three seniors who has been on varsity since his freshman year.
Fallon pitcher Alex Vest will be counted on this season for the Greenwave.
Fallon's Alexis Jerrett, who blasted a home run in last weekend's scrimmage, will help provide power at the plate this season.
Fallon pitcher Hannah Hitchcock will be counted on this season as Fallon aims for another state appearance.
X works on his swing at the driving range during a Greenwave golf team practice.
Temperatures began to rise this week, signaling the end of winter is approachin
After failing to take the state title last year, the Lady Wave is ready for redemption as they prepare to kick off the spring season with many of last year’s players back for more.
Lester de Braga is looking for a few good men to step up this baseball season.
The Greenwave boys’ golf team may be small this year, but Coach Rich Evans said it makes up for it with the talent to propel them to state victories.
Singlets and swimsuits will be making their way to Carson City as two regional tournaments are being hosted here this weekend.
Chief Justice Michael Cherry on Wednesday urged the Nevada Legislature to support efforts to improve representation to indigents, change laws and rules governing guardianships and back bail reform. Cherry gave the biennial state of the judiciary speech to a joint session of the Assembly and Senate saying the judiciary continues to look for innovative ways to improve access to justice.
The Churchill County L:ibrary celebrates on Saturday its 50th anniversary at its present location on 553 S. Maine St.
Churchill County High School junior Thomas James starts work on his Google Chromebook during a study hall period.
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources will host âGrowing Grapes and Making Wine in Nevada,â March 18 and April 14.
In addition to the high-school dancers paired with the celebrities, younger dancers representing different teams, such as this team from 2016, will perform for the audience.
I’ll always remember that exciting day in May in the late 1980s. It was Memorial Day, and I was aboard the press boat that was accompanying the Tahoe Queen and Dixie II paddlewheel tour boats speeding across Lake Tahoe on their annual Great Lake Tahoe Sternwheeler race.
The county’s rich library history stretches back 112 years to 1905 when Fallon’s first lending library operated out of the old post office. It moved to various locations including both the Wightman Building and the Woodliff Building before a permanent site was selected and a new library was dedicated at the current location in April 1967.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 8:20 a.m., a 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of contempt of court after deputies responded to reports of an accident near Fairview and 5th Street. Bail was set at $15,000.
In the past two editions, the LVN introduced the Lahontan Valley to six male and six female dancers in this year’s Dancing with the Stars, which is Saturday at the Churchill County High School gym beginning at 7 p.m.
The Churchill County School District Board of Trustees met Wednesday to discuss how Eureka math, as part of the state-adopted Common Core standards, is progressing.
This view from last week shows the distance between the V-line canal and the weir construction.
Once the V-line canal is full again, water will flow over a spillway and down a channel into the Nevada desert.
Truckee-Carson Irrigation District crewman works to move dirt away from the weir construction.
Workers clear dirt away from the embankment..
Workers installed 20-foot tall sheet pile or steel panels.
A CAT excavator removes dirt from the embankment before the sheet piling is cut at the weir contruction site.
LAS VEGAS — Nevada came out firing on all cylinders, and Utah State never recovered.
Spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, drinks and dessert will be served by Kiwanis of Carson City to raise money for local seniors.
Poet Daryl Chinn will be reading his poems tomorrow in the Classroom Gallery at the Art Center.
When you retire, some of your expenses may go down — but health care is not likely to be one of them. In fact, your health care costs during retirement may well increase, so you may want to plan for these costs well before you leave the work force. How much can you expect to spend on health care during your retirement years? Consider these statistics:
Carson City Health and Human Services is partnering with Western Nevada College to provide a free community job fair from 2 to 4 p.m. March 17.
Carson City/Storey County Cooperative Extension’s babysitting certification class will return March 20-21.
The Carson High School Concert Choir is raising donations to help defray costs of traveling to the Festival of gold in Los Angeles, Calif.
The story of the von Trapp family and its beloved governess is being adapted for Carson City audiences.
In honor of National Poetry Month and National Library Week, the Douglas County Public Library will be hosting a poetry contest for middle schoolers, ages 11-14, and high schoolers, ages 14-18.
Carson Choral Boosters Club is helping Carson High School Concert Choir get to the Festival of Gold this spring in Los Angeles, Calif.
Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt is one of the speakers planning to attend the next Nevada Business Connections breakfast on March 15.
With the completion of a diversion structure or weir to allow water to flow into the desert from the V-line canal, the State of Nevada is closing U.S. 95 south between Pasture Road and Schurz today to reinforce and install additional culverts that will be used to protect the major north-south highway during local flood mitigation efforts.
UNLV's Jalen Poyser (5) and San Diego State's Matt Shrigley go after a loose ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in the Mountain West Conference tournament Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Las Vegas. San Diego State defeated UNLV 62-52 in overtime. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Carson's Brandon Gagnon belly-slides into third base during a playoff win against Damonte last season.
LAS VEGAS – Air Force pulled off the first upset of the Mountain West Basketball Championships on Wednesday afternoon.
LAS VEGAS – Three games in three days. That’s the task that awaits regular-season champ Nevada when it meets Utah State in the quarterfinals of the Mountain West Basketball Championships.
Sophie Scottâs painting of historic Silver City draws inspiration from an 1860s photograph.
A CAT excavator removes dirt from the embankment before the sheet piling is cut at the weir contruction site.
Workers clear dirt away from the embankment..
Truckee-Carson Irrigation District and Churchill County Road Department workers finish this portion of the weir construction before concrete is poured for a floor.
Truckee-Carson Irrigation District crewman works to move dirt away from the weir construction.
Once the V-line canal is full again, water will flow over a spillway and down a channel into the Nevada desert.
In this April 17, 2015, file photo, Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval sits in his office at the Capitol in Carson City.
The Senate Government Affairs Committee was urged on Wednesday to extend the deadlines for issuing natural resource and environmental project bonds.
A year ago, the Carson High Senators racked up an impressive 23-11 record, including a 16-6 league mark, its best showing in both categories in coach Bryan Manoukian’s tenure.
Live comedy by Jimmy Della Valle at 8 p.m. Friday at the Carson Nugget, 507 N. Carson St. Tickets for $15 are at carsoncomedyclub.com or the casino’s guest service center.
The Brewery Arts Center’s Celtic music series continues this weekend with Noctambule.
Silver City nestled under the hills of the Comstock may be a familiar sight to local residents, but now a New Zealand artist’s stripped-down glimpse of the historic ghost town is decorating the walls of the Legislature.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 4:15 p.m., a 19-year-old Dayton man was arrested on suspicion of petit larceny after deputies responded to reports of a man taking food from the Market Street Walmart. Bail was set at $250.
Lois Vignone-Morris was born in Gloucester, MA on October 3, 1939 to Eula and Roland Theodore Morris.
A women’s boutique shopping event is coming to the Carson City Elks Lodge on Saturday, March 11.
One of the world’s great minds in theoretical physics will be the topic for lecturer Mike Thomas on Saturday, March 11 at Western Nevada College.
The Brewery Arts Center is bringing together Northern Nevada comedians and storytellers to recount their most embarrassing and outrageous tales of drunken shenanigans and party stupidity.
“Annie, Jr.” by Wild Horse Children’s Theater plays this and next weekend in the Performance Hall of the Brewery Arts Center, 511 W. King St.
Lawmakers on Wednesday questioned the Attorney General’s office over the group of mostly senior legal staff who still haven’t passed the Nevada Bar after up to two years in office.
The Silver City Arts group is meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 9, to discuss the arts and culture scene in Silver City.
Clarence “CL” Enox passed away unexpectedly on March 7, 2017 in Sparks, NV.
Robert Ross O’Hara, passed away on March 7, 2017, arrangements are in the trusted care ofAutumn Funerals & Cremations 775-888-6800
Republican governors complain that a GOP proposal to replace former President Barack Obama’s health care law would force millions of lower-income earners off insurance rolls or stick states with the cost of keeping them covered.
Rose M. DiMarzo, age 74 of Moundhouse, passed away February 24, 2017. Funeral arrangements are by Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home 775-882-2644
Adam Glass with Q&D Construction does finish work in one of the new apartment units at Richards Crossing on Monday.
"A Magical Moment" is the theme for this year's Father / Daughter Dance at Carson High School on March 31. Abby "Princess Jasmine" Golik, who will be attending the dance gets a kiss and hug from 3-year-olds Victoria Quintana and Reagan Gustavson.
ALAMEDA, Calif. — The Oakland Raiders told the NFL on Monday they have found a new partner to finance their proposed stadium in Las Vegas: Bank of America.
Legislative Chief Litigation Counsel Kevin Powers on Tuesday told lawmakers claims the Equal Rights Amendment is dead because the deadline to ratify it passed in 1982 are incorrect.
Just days after this photograph was taken at the Zephyr Cove Marina of the fire-damaged Tahoe Queen, the famous 144-foot Lake Tahoe paddlewheel tour boat was dismantled and scrapped by its owners.
Governor Brian Sandoval has announced U.S. 95 south of Fallon will be closed Thursday through Friday, March 17 as the Nevada Department of Transportation installs additional drainage culverts to help protect the roadway during monumental local flood mitigation efforts. This closure will allow the prospective contractor to expedite the most cost effective and timely solution to try and avoid potential flooding of the highway and city of Fallon.
Dayton's J.J. Ply competes in the boy's high jump event at the Carson Invitational last year.
DAYTON — Dayton High baseball coach Mike Burrows has high hopes entering the 2017 season, which gets underway next week.
Cameron Oliver and D.J. Fenner share a moment after Saturday's win over Colorado State.
Charlie's 20 clove garlic chicken
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 7:36 a.m., a 28-year-old Dayton man was arrested on suspicion of failure to appear after deputies responded to reports of an accident near Arrowhead and Convair Drive. Bail was set at $215.
LAS VEGAS — The Mountain West announced its 2016-17 men’s basketball awards Tuesday following a vote of the 11 head coaches, and regular-season champ Nevada had four players honored.
The Churchill County High School students who earned a spot in the Nevada High School All-State Choir (left to right): sopranos Hanna Stewart, Elena Sorensen, Leena Tomb and Madeline Robbins; tenor Tyler Raymond; altos Jenna Stewart, Cindy Hubbard, Madelyn Bailey, December Trott, Kasey Docena and AmiDayne Nelsen; basses Coby Schemmer, C. J. Turley, Ben Jamieson, Raymond Plasse, Jefrey Horne and Davis Benecke; and the group's unofficial mascot, dog Tut (as in King Tut).
The Churchill County High School Music Department recently had a successful weekend at the Washoe County/Northern Nevada Solo & Ensemble Festival, said music teacher Tom Fleming.
Hey all you spring chickens! As we head toward Easter, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, I wanted to put together a recipe that could easily be used for brunch and also be adapted to accommodate a few people or many. Today’s recipe, Charlie’s 16-Clove Garlic Chicken, leans more toward the lunch component than breakfast and is offered in the spirit of creating an event that allows families to gather sharing time, love and conversation over good food.
Nevada Prisons Director James Dzurenda said on Tuesday he’s developing an organized system for how corrections deals with mentally ill inmates, including centralizing where those inmates are housed so they can be better treated.
Lorne Smith, in white, gets ready to guest coach the Oasis Academy boys' lacrosse team.
Lorne Smith, right, introduces himself to the Oasis Bighorns lacrosse team.
Kamryn Palidini defends the net during the Sagebrush League end-of-season tournament.
The Churchill County Middle School volleyball team celebrates their first-place victory in the Sagebrush League. In front from left to right is: Kaylin Jones, Skylar Cervantes, Sadoni Downs and Charyce Ramsey. In back from left to right is: Reese Waggoner, Zoey Brown, Addie Smith, Brianna Bolhuis, Coach Heather Stokes, Amya Fernandez, Micky McAlexander, Tyla Steel, Jacilyn Cathey, Sativa Clark, Kamryn Paladini and Emily Clyburn.
Lorne Smith, in white, gets ready to guest coach the Oasis Academy boys' lacrosse team.
Sam Goings won two of three NAIA national championship matches over the weekend. He graduated CCHS last year and went on to wrestle for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Three-time Nevada state champion Sam Goings (top) competes in this weekend's national tournament with All-American status on the line.
It’s not often high school athletes have a chance to work with professionals, but that’s exactly what happened Thursday when a former professional lacrosse player coached Oasis Academy’s boys’ team.
Gov. Brian Sandoval said Tuesday he’s concerned about the impact of any Trump administration cuts to Medicaid on Nevadans. But he said he was encouraged by the president’s address to Congress in which he said he wants to make sure people keep their insurance.
Sam Goings is as American as it gets.
Churchill County Middle School’s seventh-grade volleyball team closed its season taking first place in the Sagebrush League tournament over the weekend.
Coach Anne Smith and Greenwave player Leta Otuafi chat before the ceremony begins at the Venturacci Park gym.
Mayor Ken Tedford offers congratulations as he talks about the team.
The other major Churchill County construction project, the new detention center on A Street, is progressing as well â the west side of the facility gaining outer and interior walls since January.
Carson Chamber Singers’ “Mostly Mozart” concerts planned for March 7 in Carson City and March 10 in Virginia City have been postponed.
The Zephyr Cove branch of the Douglas County Public Library will be having a St. Patrick’s Day crafts and games program from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 17.
Fifty-two people die every day from opioid overdoses nationwide, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported more than 12 million U.S. residents used prescription painkillers non-medically in the past year.
According to a recent survey, 74 percent of people in the United States deal with digestive discomfort on a daily basis. With so many people having digestive issues, it is important to understand exactly how our digestive system works.
National Nutrition Month is celebrated each March by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. The celebration focuses on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.
Two programs are seeking volunteers to help monitor and report on weather conditions.
The Carson City Natives & Newcomers will be hearing from Doug Brimm at its next meeting on Thursday at Q’s BBQ on Fairview Drive.
Anyone who would like to learn how to whip up fresh pasta, tortillas and other fare can sign up for Sierra Chef’s cooking classes this month.
Carson City and Storey County are on the search for new adult 4-H volunteer leaders.
Beverly Johnson
Nathan Dahl
Riley Horn
Bart Hyde
Sean Sweeney
Darby Rowe
Emily Butz
Krysten Waalk
Soldiers from the 17th Sustainment Brigade listen to speakers at their welcoming home ceremony on Saturday.
Col. Vernon Scarborough, commander of the 17th Sustainment Brigade, offers on Saturday remarks on the unitâs deployment to the Middle East.
Gov. Brian Sandoval commends on Saturday Nevada Army National Guard soldiers for their sacrifices during a nine-month deployment to Kuwait.
Nestled right on main street, Beverly Realty Inc. founded and run by its owner, Beverly Johnson, is considered one of the oldest and successful real estate and property management business in the valley. Started in 1983, Beverly likes to call her business “the biggest little office in town.”
Community “celebrities” are paired with high-school dance students from the Fallon Swing Dance Club in the annual Dancing with the Stars on Saturday at 7 p.m. in the Churchill County High School Gym.
The Churchill County School District Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Old High School auditorium (“The Pit”).
Colleagues remember Krysten Waalk as a dedicated case manager who was passionate about her profession and the clients she served.
The Churchill County Board of Commissioners met last week to discuss the William N. Pennington Life Center project, the county’s new senior center.
Gov. Brian Sandoval, along with a contingency from the state’s military department, welcomed home Northern Nevada soldiers on Saturday who were involved in the second largest deployment of Nevada Army National guardsmen since 2010.
The twilight of a crystal clear Nevada sky cast its aura on the Parade of Champions Monday as the community celebrated the Lady Wave’s state basketball title.
Longtime Fallon residents were reunited in Heaven.
Soldiers from the 17th Sustainment Brigade listen to speakers at their welcoming home ceremony on Saturday.
Gov. Brian Sandoval, right, leads the official party into the Operational Support Airlift Facility prior to a ceremony to welcome home the 17th Sustainment Brigade. Behind the governor are Brig. Gen. William Burks, the adjutant general, and Brig. Gen. Mike Hanifan, commander of the Army Guard.
Col. Vernon Scarborough, commander of the 17th Sustainment Brigade, offers on Saturday remarks on the unitâs deployment to the Middle East.
Emilio Parga specializes in supporting children who are dealing with grief and loss. Heâll give a presentation about âgrief-friendlyâ schools at the next Healthy Communities meeting on Thursday.
The featured speaker for Thursday’s Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties’ meeting will be Emilio Parga, a pediatric thanatologist and founder and executive director of Solace Tree. He’ll speak about creating “grief-friendly schools” that are equipped to be supportive of children and teens who are dealing with loss.
Nevada's Cameron Oliver dunks against Colorado State in the second half while Marcus Marshall (1) watches.
Winners that attended the awards luncheon of the Fleet Reserve Association's essay contest pose with FRA leaders Brenda and Verne Horton (left) and Rick Athenour (right) Saturday in Carson City.
RENO — Gov. Brian Sandoval, along with a contingency from the state’s military department, welcomed home Northern Nevada soldiers on Saturday who were involved in the second largest deployment of Nevada Army National guardsmen since 2010.
Ladies and gentlemen, we interrupt your regularly scheduled programming to inform you that Space Cam has landed on earth and is now ruling the planet.
RENO — One goal down and a couple to go. When the Wolf Pack knocked off Colorado State, 85-72, to win the Mountain West regular-season title, Nevada’s first since joining the MW, here was a tremendous celebration on the court as happy fans stormed the court to be near their heroes.
More than two dozen AmeriCorps members are tasked with monitoring the Sierra watersheds through the Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership program.
A pair of bills drawing hours of testimony at the Legislature would make Nevada the fifth state to allow women to access 12-month supplies of birth control. Dozens of people attended Monday hearings on proposals aimed at decreasing health risks and unplanned pregnancies that occur between contraceptive prescriptions.
Nevada Department of Corrections officials told lawmakers on Monday that the prison system is in crisis because the state is sending more people to prison for longer sentences and releasing fewer on parole.
Sean Sweeney
Eric Olsen
Matt Hyde
Nathan Dahl
Sam Goings, right, was part of the Greenwave state championship team in 2016.
Three-time Nevada state champion Sam Goings (top) competes in this weekend's national tournament with All-American status on the line.
The Nevada Highway Patrol released the name today of a Sparks woman who was killed Wednesday in a three-vehicle crash west of Soda Lake Road on the Reno Highway.
A three-vehicle crash west of Fallon killed one Wednesday night.
Florence Loren Terry Edgmon, 96, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2017 in Fallon, Nevada.
The Comstock Democratic Club of Dayton will hold its regular monthly meeting at 6 p.m. March 14 in the Community Room of the Dayton Valley Branch Library.
The chance to play Bingo to help feed local seniors is being offered March 18, when the Dayton Senior Center hosts a fundraiser for Meals on Wheels.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City FRIDAY At 12:07 a.m., a 33-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of obstructing an officer and hitchhiking after deputies conducted a pedestrian stop near the 1100 block of Carson Street. Bail was set at $340.
Bill Branham, 83, died March 3, 2017 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766
Nevada's Marcus Marshall in action against Washington Sunday, Dec. 11, in Seattle.
On March 15, the Carson City Leisure Hour Club will learn more about how scams are targeting Americans in person, on the telephone and, increasingly, on the Internet.
Huddle Northern Nevada, a subsidiary of the Women’s March, is a grass roots organization concerned with state and national policies.
Brian Edward Dickson, 59, died March 1, 2017 in Silver Springs, NV. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
CCCommunications is one of two rural utilities helping Switch provide fiber optics communications to the remote parts of Nevada.
Patricia Lorine Merrill, 74, of Fallon, Nevada and Willow, Alaska, passed away on March 1, 2017. patricia was born in Fort Morgan, Colorado on January 29, 1943. Patricia was united in marriage to the love of her life Arthur R. Merrill, Jr. on June 22, 1958; they were married nearly 59 years and were together until her passing.
Krysten Waalk
Nevada's Cameron Oliver dunks against Colorado State in the second half while Marcus Marshall (1) watches.
Nevada's Cameron Oliver, left, D.J. Fenner (15) and Marcus Marshall, right, celebrate with the students after Wolf Pack's win over Colorado State.
Weather: Western Nevada including Fallon/Fernley Today Isolated snow showers after 10am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44. Breezy, with a west wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
RENO — The morning after being crowned the Mountain West regular season champions, four Nevada Wolf Pack players have received All-Mountain West honors.
At right are roadside poles upon which the overhead road signs will be installed.
Nevada seniors D.J. Fenner, left, and Marcus Marshall were honored before the regular-season finale on Saturday.
RENO – On a night when Nevada honored seniors Marcus Marshall and D.J. Fenner, it was a sophomore who stole the show.
RENO — Northern Nevada has fallen in love with the Nevada Wolf Pack men’s basketball team.
RENO – Nevada coach Eric Musselman talked about how physical Colorado State was, and he preached the Pack had to match CSU’s toughness to win.
Shaughnessy Fernandez, 2, reads (with the help of her mom Roxanne) to chocolate lab 'Moose' Saturday at the Carson City Library.
2-year-old Shaughnessy Fernandez gives 5-year-old doberman pinscher 'Lucy' some love Saturday morning at the Carson City Library.
Phillip Brady
Student of the Week Madison Matthews
Senior in the Spotlight Nicholas Timba
Assemblyman Edgar Flores addresses local students.
Gov. Brian Sandoval meets with specialists from the Jobâs for Americaâs Graduates, or JAG, program.
Gov. Brian Sandoval addresses JAG students from Pioneer High School.
Western Nevada College is the recipient of the 2017 Regentsâ Scholar Award.
Physics Professor Tom Herring, right, and Lab Assistant Jordan Dargert teach high school students about science at Western Nevada College on Feb. 19, 2016.
Carol Franich was presented with Fernley Republican Womenâs Woman of the Biennium award in front of a crowd of more than 150 attendees including Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske, Attorney General Adam Laxalt, Treasurer Dan Schwartz, Controller Ron Knecht, a number of state legislators and other officials. Franich was selected because of her long dedication and service to the FRW and veterans. Since joining the FRW in 2010, she has served 2 1/2 terms as treasurer, and two terms as first vice president. She was elected president for 2016 and again for 2017. She has been supportive of programs for veterans, assisting at the Memorial Day and Wreaths Across America programs at the Northern Nevada Veterans Cemetery in Fernley for several years. Pictured are Second Vice President Nancy Donohue, First Vice President Vida Keller, Peggy Gray and President Carol Franich.
Ronnie Rector of Incline won Best of Show in the Nevada Artists Associationâs annual winter art exhibition for her watercolor âMan on a Mission.â The show was open to all artists in the region with winners in eights media categories for first, second, third and honorable mentions. The show will be up until March 31 at the NAA gallery inside the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St.
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Ronnie Rector of Incline won Best of Show in the Nevada Artists Association’s annual winter art exhibition for her watercolor ‘Man on a Mission.’ The show was open to all artists in the region with winners in eights media categories for first, second, third and honorable mentions. The show will be up until March 31 at the NAA gallery inside the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St.
On Wednesday, lawmakers will gather in joint session to hear Chief Justice Michael Cherry’s State of the Judiciary address. The address is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. It’s one of several addresses lawmakers hear every session following the governor’s State of the State speech.
Western Nevada officials including Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong on Friday urged lawmakers to support funding for regional efforts to deal with the rapidly growing need for mental health services
People hike into Desolation Wilderness during a recent summer. The popular wilderness area is located within the Lake Tahoe West project boundary.
RENO — Renown Health is opening a new family practice clinic in the Summit Mall in early spring. The clinic covers three vacated storefronts, including those previously occupied by Jos. A Banks, which moved to a location near Meadowood Mall.
Colleagues remember Krysten Waalk as a dedicated case manager who was passionate about her profession and of the clients she served.
Eric Musselman encourages his team during a recent game against Boise State at Lawlor Events Center.
Frank Gehrke, chief of the California Cooperative Snow Surveys Program for the Department of Water Resources, plunges the survey tube into the snowpack as he conducts the third manual snow survey of the season at Phillips Station on March 1 near Echo Summit.
D.J. Fenner dives for a loose ball during a recent game against Boise State at Lawlor Events Center.
From left to right, Westside Pour House co-woner Rowan Colgan, Chris Petersen and Westside Pour House co-owner Lucas Vine.
The Penguin in 1996.
Retired Penguin Drive-In owner Ann Petersen is bringing her Taco recipe to the Westside Pour House starting March 7.
Carson High School senior Kasey Kendall presents her plan for her Killer Coffee business idea Friday during the school's Shark Tank event.
Business leaders from Carson City give suggestion for one student's idea during the Carson High School Shark Tank.
RENO — Nevada will say goodbye to two talented seniors — D.J.Fenner and Marcus Marshall — prior to today’s regular-season finale against Colorado State.
Members of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada check out the art on display at the Nevada Arts Council on Thursday.
Members of the East Fork Professional Firefighters deliver brand new, American union made warm winter coats to members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada Carson Valley Clubhouse.
I’m certainly glad I won’t be getting the repair bill for all the wrecked cars from last weekend’s races at Daytona.
RENO — Hollywood script writers couldn’t have written a better ending to the Mountain West Conference regular season.
Lawmakers were urged Friday to approve legislation aimed at expanding the jury pool in Nevada so more minorities serve.
The Churchil County Commission declared a state of emergency today in order to access state resources if flooding becomes an issue in the Lahontan Valley this spring. This bridge crosses the Carson River on U.S.Highway 95 North.
Norman Johnsen, age 63, of Carson City, Nevada passed away on March 2, 2017. Arrangements are in the loving care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations. 775-888-6800
Nonprofits serving the capital city are invited to apply for grant funding courtesy of Soroptimist International of Carson City.
Law enforcement, drug lab chemists, public defenders and even a DUI victim’s advocate all called on lawmakers to change the marijuana driving under the influence laws in Nevada saying the existing law doesn’t test for actual impairment.
RENO — A suspect is dead, a police officer is wounded and a third person is sought after an overnight shootout during a traffic stop near the Reno-Sparks Convention Center.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court.THURSDAYAt 11:30 a.m., an 18-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of contempt of court warrant after deputies responded to reports of a possible robbery near Adams and Fall streets. Bail was set at $500.At 7:26 p.m., Jennila McDaniel, 38, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance, felony possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, felony possession of a dangerous drug without a prescription and felony trafficking after deputies initiated a traffic stop at Roop Street and Hot Springs Road. Bail was set at $30,000.At 8:17 p.m., Mitchel Goodman, 53, of Mound House was arrested on suspicion of felony using false identification to avoid prosection and contempt of court after deputies conducted a pedestrian stop near Goni and Old Hot Springs Roads. Bail was set at $13,000.FRIDAYAt 2:33 a.m., Matthew Gigantino, 47, of Dayton, was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance after deputies responded to reports of a possible drug deal at the Highway 50 Dotty’s Casino. Bail was set at $2,500.At 4:58 a.m., Jayson Gordon, 47, of Reno was arrested on suspicion of two counts of felony possession of a controlled substance, felony possession of a dangerous drug without a prescription, DUI-second offense, driving without a license, failure to maintain a lane and possession of drug paraphernalia after deputies initiated a traffic stop near William Street and Rand Avenue. Bail was set at $11,140.The Nevada Appeal only names people arrested on suspicion of felonies and violent crimes. Carson City Secret Witness will pay up to $2,500 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals committing crimes. Anyone with information is asked to call 775-322-4900. The School Secret Witness number is 775-283-1799. Callers remain anonymous.
How to manage floodwaters and spring and summer runoff forecasts are among the topics to be covered at a Carson River regional floodplain management workshop.
David & Friends playing at the Nevada Artists Association Gallery during last monthâs Wine Walk.
Churchill County and the city of Fallon declared a state of emergency today so local agencies will be able to maximize resources available from the state.
Back by popular demand, the David & Friends jazz combo will perform at the Nevada Artists Association Gallery, 449 W. King St., from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Chérie Louise Turner in Fallon. The arts writer will present about abstract expressionism on Tuesday in Carson City.
“From New York to Fallon: Abstract Art Today,” a presentation by arts writer Chérie Louise Turner, is the next presentation in Capital City Arts Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors series.
Dennis Iaeger, 67, died March 1, 2017 in Reno, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
He was one state title away from completing the rare sweep and now he’s three wins away from becoming an All-American. But in his freshman year at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Prescott, Ariz.), 2016 Fallon grad Sam Goings gets a crack at becoming an All-American this weekend in the NAIA National Wrestling Championship at the Kansas Expocentre in Topeka, Kan.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... The Nevada Wolf Pack men’s basketball team sure knows how to leave its fans smiling.
Greg Lehman
Butler to have Aces jersey retired
Western Nevada FC plays Saturday Western Nevada Football Club’s first friendly home game is set for Saturday against Magic Valley FC from Twin Falls, Idaho.
Pack releases 2017 schedule RENO – The University of Nevada football team has released its 2017 schedule, the first season for new head coach Jay Norvell, who replaced Brian Polian.
FILE - In this Dec. 8, 2016 file photo Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev., speaks during a ceremony on Capitol Hill in Washington. Reid and John Boehner are going to co-chair a new public policy think tank at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. MGM Resorts International and UNLV plan to bring plans for the institute headed by the retired U.S. Senate Democratic majority leader from Nevada and the former House Republican speaker from Ohio before Nevada university regents on Thursday, March 2, 2017. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)
A display of photographs by Las Vegas artist Christopher Tsouras is up through March 17 at the LXS Gallery at the Nevada Legislature. Following Tsourasâ display, Jen Graham, an artist out of Reno, will present a mixed media exhibit at the same location.
Mr. Carson High cadidates practice dance performances Thursday directed by CHS cheerleaders for the competition March 10.
Mr. Carson High candidates and CHS cheerleaders gather in the wrestling gym Thursday morning to practice their performances for the annual event March 10.
Mr. Carson High cadidates practice dance performances Thursday directed by CHS cheerleaders for the competition March 10.
Fourteen out of the 18 candidates for Mr. Carson High practice for their performances Thursday morning.
Carson High School senior Jace Keema, 18, walks out of his classroom as part of Drop Dead Day on Wednesday. A different student was pulled out of class every 12 minutes to illustrate the statistic that a suicide occurs every 12 minutes in the United States.
Hoyt Skabelund, Banner Churchill Community Hospital chief executive officer, joins the hospital's first 2017 baby, Chase Blinco, and Chaseâs parents, Megan Gallup and Russell Blinco.
First female commander of Fernley's American Legion post Valerie Scheuering stands with her male commrades in arms.
Dylan Kosma and Patricia Santos make up the Kosma-Santos lab at the University.
A participant in Wednesday night's presentation and workshop fills out an anonymous "Longest Walk" survey in the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribal gym.
"Longest Walk" run captain Kid Valance serenades attendees during Wednesday night's community gathering in the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribal gym.
DeAl Dankers, top, along with Dee Allsop, right, and James Clippard, a volunteer from Naval Air Station Fallon, fill sandbags Thursday morning at the fairgrounds.
When most people think of potatoes, the word research does not usually follow. But with their Mr. Potato head mascot watching over the lab, the University of Nevada Reno’s plant biology tag team, Dylan Kosma and Patricia Santos, are searching for ways to reduce potato crop losses during storage.
A state agriculturist is this month’s speaker at the Churchill Economic Development Authority’s Business Council breakfast. Ashley Jeppson of the Nevada Department of Agriculture will speak on the Food Safety Modernization Act and how it impacts the local community.
One of the most rewarding discoveries when exploring the more remote parts of rural Nevada is stumbling onto some funky old-time saloon tucked away in a former mining camp or railroad town. These throw-back thirst parlors often boast elaborate wooden backbars as well as bartenders who can clearly spin a yarn or two.
The Churchill Arts Council will present a poetry reading with Daryl Chinn on Saturday in the galleries at the Oats Park Art Center.
March is Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month, and what better time is there to explore the connection between human and pet medications. The lungs, intestines and stomachs of humans, dogs and cats are anatomically similar. Because of these similarities, several drugs that veterinarians prescribe are chemically the same as human drugs.
International Women’s Day, observed on March 8, celebrates the social, cultural and political achievements of women. Yet, women continue to face many challenges. For one thing, women still encounter gender-specific obstacles to their important financial goals, such as a comfortable retirement. If you’re a woman, what can you do to get past these barriers?
Monday March 13 is K9 Veterans Day. This is an unofficial holiday created by Joe White, who was a Vietnam War veteran, dog handler and patriot. The idea is to commemorate all of the dogs who have served in the various branches of the military.
Lightning fast fiber-optic communications will soon be a reality in remote areas of Nevada, thanks to a partnership involving Switch, the world’s leading data center and technology infrastructure ecosystem corporation and two rural Silver State utilities, officials from the companies announced Wednesday.
March Madness means two things: NCAA basketball and the thrills of Fallon’s Dancing with the Stars that began in 2008. Every year, community “celebrities” are paired with high-school dance students from the Fallon Swing Dance Club. This year’s fundraiser is March 11 at 7 p.m. in the Churchill County High School Gym.
After five seasons, Greg Lehman has stepped down as Carson High’s girls soccer coach.
Zoey Swisher shoots a basket over the head of a Sparks player during a Lady Wave home game.
Chandler McAlexander guards Fernley's Ellie Kingston during a home game earlier this season.
I’m a Nevadan and gambling is in our DNA.
The Lady Wave basketball team made history this season, winning its first state Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association championship in Class 3A.
Kaitlyn Hunter, center, pushes between Truckee's Marlena Montono, left, and Isabella Abarno during a Lady Wave home game earlier this season.
Kaitlyn Hunter, 10, races the ball between Lowry's Hannah Hillyer, 30, and another Lowry player during the 3A state championship.
Marty Davis presents an award, an engraved glass, to Amy Matzen for hitting the ball the closest to the hole during the "meet the pro" tournament.
The winning team, "Found It," pose with the new PGA Pro after accepting their awards for in the golf course's Meet the Pro tournament. From left is Ed Smitnes, Jim Isbister, Jason Kirby, Marty Davis and Troy Tweedy.
Marty Davis, left, presents RL Johnson with an honorary membership for the 2017 season.
Fallon basketball coach Anne Smith said junior Kaitlyn Hunter has been one of the unsung heroes of this year’s season, and that she was a crucial piece in the team’s undefeated season
As a new season begins, Fallon Golf Course welcomes Marty Davis as the new Professional Golfers’ Association pro and general manager after he accepted the position with Fallon Golf Course, Inc. (FGC).
Arriving on foot, the American Indian Movement reached Fallon Tuesday to help educate the community about substance abuse and domestic violence.
With no debate, the Assembly Legislative Operations and Elections Committee on Thursday backed amending the Nevada Constitution to require the state recognize all marriages regardless of gender.
Backers of an amendment that would remove provisions giving special status to the Board of Regents from Nevada’s Constitution said Thursday AJR5 was never intended to eliminate them as elected officials. But opponents told the Legislative Operations and Elections Committee the amendment would nonetheless make that possible for a future Legislature.
Las Vegas artist Christopher Tsouras, a grandson of Greek immigrants, has a longtime fascination with pre-classical Greek mythology.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 10:56 a.m., a 30-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery and possession of drug paraphernalia near the 900 block of Roop Street. Bail was set at $4,000.
LAS VEGAS — Former congressional rivals Harry Reid and John Boehner plan to co-chair a public policy think tank being proposed at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Assemblyman John Hambrick, R-Las Vegas, testified Thursday giving local governments more power to revoke hotel-motel licenses for allowing prostitution will help in the battle against sex trafficking.
Paula Ann Henricks passed away peacefully January 2, 2017 in her home with family at her bedside.
The Carson Valley Pops Orchestra will present an eclectic array of music and announce this year’s scholarship winners at its Annual Spring Concert.
Family events are planned this month at Carson Lanes Family Fun Center, 4600 Snyder Ave.
Harmon Reservoir is coming to life with more water.
Many canals heading east of Fallon are dry but ready to carry excess water if needed.
Excessive vegetation in the Carson River could block water to cause localized flooding.
Harmon Reservoir is one of four reservoirs in the valley that has enough storage space for excess runoff if Lahontan Reservoir fills up.
Ben and Rachel Hartman of Clay Bottom Farm.
Water flows east of Diversion Dam on Sunday.
The road below Diversion Dam will soon be under water and closed to traffic.
An aerial photo of Lake Lahontan and the dam shows high water levels in 2006.
Lean systems to improve production were popularized by Japanese auto makers. Now, small farms are finding them beneficial.
Leland Roberson, 83, passed away at home in his sleep on February 27, 2017.
Churchill County needs volunteers to fill sandbags as city, county and federal officials collaborate on flood mitigation efforts and information.
Sean Slamon
RENO – Jane Albright, who has spent 33 years as a Division I head coach including the past nine at Nevada, announced her retirement today, effective at the end of this season.
SAN JOSE – One game for all the marbles. That’s what awaits the Nevada men’s basketball team on Saturday afternoon after the Pack got past San Jose State, 82-67, Wednesday at The Event Center before a sparse crowd of 2,522.
SAN JOSE, Calif. – D.J. Fenner continues to climb up the Nevada scoring chart. Fenner scored 15 and became the 15th player in Nevada history to go over 1,300 career points in Nevada’s 82-67 victory at The Event Center.
A fatal three-vehicle crash west of Soda Lake Road closed down a stretch of the Reno Highway Wednesday night.
A conceptual design of South Carson Street.
Churchill County Middle School students participate in Nevada Ready 21 Digital Learning Day at the Legislature in Carson City on Wednesday,
Taking part in Digital Learning Day at the Legislature on Wednesday are Eagle Valley Middle School students Millie Arroyo, Alana Zaragoza and Samantha Castaneda.
One man was injured after the plane he was flying crashed during take off Wednesday at the Carson City Airport.
The Great Winnemucca Bank Robbery happened in 1900.
Cherie Shipley with the Take This band will open the Jazz & Beyond Festival at the Bliss Mansion on Aug. 4.
Sweeping valleys and towering mountains can be seen on canvas at the Carson City Art Gallery, where artist Kathleen Osborne Flanagan, known for her paintings of Nevada scenes and animals, is displaying work. Flanagan, an award-winning Carson City artist, is kicking off the first monthly Artist Reception and Exhibition 4-7 p.m. Friday at the gallery, 110 S. Curry St., where other artists are showing their work in a variety of mediums. Her work can be seen through March. The gallery, open 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, can be reached at 775-313-8628 or carsoncityart@yahoo.com.
Gil Martin talks with Cherie Turner in his outdoor studio. Martinâs art, made from natural pigments found in the West, is on display at the Carson City Community Center.
Eroded trails are evident all around Carson City like this one on BLM land just south of the Deer Run Bridge.
Just remnantsremain of one of 23 homes lost on Franktown Road in the Little Valley fire.
A resident inspects damage his home sustained in the Little Valley fire.
America Sarabia gives her speech to a packed Nevada Room at the Governor's Mansion Thursday afternoon.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Nevada named America Sarabia 'Youth of the Year' Thursday at the Governor's Mansion. Here she is presented her award by Assembly Speaker Jason Frierson (left) and Lead Judge Steve Schiller.
Carson City has hired a new fire chief. Sean Slamon, fire chief of Modesto, Calif., will be starting in early April. “I am extremely excited,” said Slamon. “I absolutely love the area. The more I visited the more I fell in love with the community. It’s a great fire department. I’m looking forward to being a part of it.”
Carson City will be filled with music, art and film at multiple venues when the 14th Annual Jazz & Beyond Festival delivers 18 days of festivities this summer.
Whiskey Heroes at 7 p.m. today and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden.
Sweeping valleys and towering mountains can be seen on canvas at the Carson City Art Gallery, where artist Kathleen Osborne Flanagan, known for her paintings of Nevada scenes and animals, is displaying work. Flanagan, an award-winning Carson City artist, is kicking off the first monthly Artist Reception and Exhibition 4-7 p.m. Friday, March 3, at the gallery, 110 S. Curry St., where other artists are showing their work in a variety of mediums. Her work can be seen through March. The gallery, open 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, can be reached at 775-313-8628 or carsoncityart@yahoo.com.
When Gil Martin started studying painting, an artist friend gave him a box of art materials and assorted tools. In that box was a book on how to make paint from earth pigments. It sat around his studio for years until one day he picked it up and started reading. His interest piqued, he started driving around looking for colored dirt from road cuts.
The Equal Rights Amendment for women on Wednesday won approval from the Nevada Senate. The vote was 13-8 with Independent Patricia Farley and Reno Republican Heidi Gansert voting for ratification. The rest of the Republican members voted no.
Lyon County Senior Services is participating in the 15th annual March for Meals, a monthlong, nationwide campaign to benefit Meal on Wheels and help feed local seniors who rely on the meals program.
The next meeting of the Carson City Chapter of RPEN will be on Tuesday, March 7, at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive.
Plans for Dayton Valley Dog Park will be covered when the volunteer committee that keeps the park running meets on March 14.
Relax in the peace and quiet of the Zephyr Cove Library, and help complete a giant 3,000-piece puzzle.
Agatha Burch passed away February 24, 2017 in Reno, Nevada at the age of 91. Agatha was born November 17, 1925 to Josef and Agatha Emmenegger in Malters, Switzerland. One of twelve children, she grew up in Switzerland before marrying Walter Burch and coming to America in 1947.
Tom B. Ackerman, 73, returned to his heavenly home on February 20, 2017 after a valiant battle with cancer. His devotion to his family and firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace.
David Slaton, long time resident of Fallon, Nevada, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2017. He was 92.
Robert A. Jarbo, 61, died February 19, 2017 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 5:41 p.m., a 26-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery-second offense near College Parkway. Bail was set at $5,000.
Looking for a hime is Bella, a beautiful white 3-year-old Dogo Argentino
Dot, a female tuxedo cat, is looking for a home.
Portable high powered blowerswere placed in the annex area of the Nevada State Railroad Museum with hopes of drying the floor of the building. Below ground work areas still have gallons of water in them.
Standing water could bel be seen at the railroad museum recently.
Jason Stultz cleans the Inyo locomotive in prepartion for this weekends re-opening of the Railroad Museum.
The 1875 steam locomotive Inyo is one of the many artifacts on display at the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
