RENO — When Carson has visited Bishop Manogue over the years, whether it’s in the spring or summer, the outcomes have not been very good.
Churchill County High School athletics wrapped up the academic year with a low number of injuries but the department is planning to enhance workout routines in order to further prevent injuries during practice.
NV Energy on Thursday announced plans to build more than 1,000 megawatts of new solar energy generation in Nevada along with the first major battery storage facility.
To almost nobody’s surprise, twins Caleb and Cody Martin announced this week they’re returning to the Nevada men’s basketball program for their senior seasons. All of the pieces — senior Jordan Caroline also said this week he was coming back — are now firmly in place for the Pack to make a run to the Final Four.
Carson City election officials say the new Election Systems and Software voting machines are a hit with voters. “They love it,” said Clerk Recorder Sue Merriwether. “They love the paper ballot.”
Nevada casinos reported $953.7 million in gaming win for the month of April, a 7.57 percent, $67.1 million increase over the same month of 2017. According to Gaming Control Board Analyst Mike Lawton, that increase came despite the 17.7 percent $14 million decrease in Baccarat win.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 1:14 a.m., a 39-year-old transient man was arrested on suspicion of contempt of court and driving without a valid license after deputies initiated a traffic stop near College Parkway and Retail. Bail was set $550.
Officers from the state Parole and Probation Division spent last week tracking down 109 parolees to make sure they’re following their conditions of lifetime supervision.
Churchill County Middle School’s Power Half Hour experiment wrapped up the academic year with success, as students discovered new hobbies and the opportunity to get involved with the community.
Churchill County School District Board of Trustees recognized CCHS 2018 Nevada State Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) Champions at the board meeting May 23:
The story of Nevada’s 19th and early 20th century boom and bust mining towns is told in the dusty streets of the historic community of Goldfield.
The City of Champions honored the players from the state’s top 3A softball team after the Fallon Lady Wave won their title with the dyeing of the Maine Street Fountain, a ride around town on the city’s classic fire truck and an awards ceremony and reception behind City Hall.
Summer is fast approaching with two concerts at Oats Park. Mariachi Flor de Toloache, an all-female mariachi band formed in New York in 2008, appears in Fallon for the summer’s first free “In-the-Park” concert on June 16, the day before Father’s Day.
One week down. One week to go. Churchill County residents have seven more days to cast their ballots during this spring’s early voting period.
I love music! On a recent trip to Lodi, I happened to listen to a wonderful song by blues man Curtis Salgado. It is titled “I Want My Dog to Live Longer (The Greatest Wish).”
Geopolitics is the intersection of geography, economics, and politics. Last week, there were some fine examples of the ways geopolitical events can create uncertainty. Barron’s reported:
When a child walks into Ivy Land, they’re encouraged to be the best they can be.
Military service organizations conducted Memorial Day ceremonies in both Fallon and Fernley to allow the community to pay their respects to veterans who served their country in war and during peacetime.
The Churchill Library Association (CLA) is the organization devoted to supporting and sustaining the Churchill County Library
With Tesla, Blockchains, Switch, and other companies establishing in Northern Nevada, career opportunities for Churchill County School District students are opening.
The Reno Aces and Arizona Diamondbacks have signed a two-year renewal of their Player Development Contract, extending the Triple-A partnership between the two franchises through the 2020 season, both clubs mutually announced on Thursday.
It’s that time of year when specialty crop fresh fruits and vegetables will be popping up soon and delivered to market. Check out what this year’s market has planned. The East Center Street Farmers Market begins Friday and will run each Friday evening from 4-8 p.m. through the end of September.
Given the complexities of the investment world, you might consider working with a financial professional to help you move toward your goals, such as a comfortable retirement. You’ll want to establish good communication with whomever you choose, and you should meet in person at least once a year to discuss your situation. At these annual reviews, you’ll want to cover a variety of topics, including these:
Bulldog PC Repair is celebrating the opening of its second store, Bulldog Cyber Cafe, offering 20 computers for gaming, eight stations for Xbox, three virtual reality areas and one race car simulator.
A wake-up call late in April ignited the Lady Wave offense and Fallon never looked back.
Due Sorella’s 5th annual Spring Vintage Market, offering vintage vendors, music and food, will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Musser and Nevada streets.
RENO — Twins Caleb and Cody Martin have withdrawn their names from NBA draft consideration and will return to play their senior seasons for the Wolf Pack in 2018-19.
Carson Valley residents dig out from a snow storm in January 2017. Up to two feet of snow is possible in the mountains by Friday.
Sherry Rupert is the executive director of the Nevada Indian Commission, which oversees Stewart Indian School.
Carson City Sheriff's Office Detective Steve Olson places a Barbie doll in the basket for 6-year-old Zitlalic at Walmart during Decemember's Holiday With a Hero event.
Deputy Kevin Cook trains during Motor School back in March.
Carson City Deputy Fire Chief Chris Vaughn, Fire Chief Sean Slamon, Sheriff Ken Furlong, Undersheriff Ken Sandage and Assistant Sheriff Jerome Tushbant make up the public safety administrative staffs in Carson City.
The 580 bypass opened in the summer.
A kayaker paddles along the shore of Wsahoe Lake.
People observe the solar eclipse at the Jack Davis Observatory.
The Voltaire fire rages on the hills above Curry Street.
A jet tanker drops retardant on the Voltaire fire near the Galaxy Theater.
The panel of Nevada parole commissioners from left to right, Adam Endel, Connie Bisbee, Susan Jackson and Tony Corda listen to testimony from former NFL football star O.J. Simpson, who is appearing by video conference, during Simpson's parole hearing in Carson City, Nev., Thursday, July 20, 2017. Simpson was granted parole Thursday after more than eight years in prison for a Las Vegas hotel heist, successfully making his case in a nationally televised hearing that reflected America's enduring fascination with the former football star. (Brad Coman/Nevada Appeal via AP, Pool)
FILE - In this July 25, 2013 file photo, O.J. Simpson, in custody at the Lovelock Correctional Center, is shown on the video screen above Nevada Board of Parole hearing representative Robin Bates, left, and Commissioner Susan Jackson during a video conference parole hearing in Carson City, Nev. Simpson could have a good chance at parole when he asks officials Thursday, July20, 2017, to let him out of a Nevada prison after serving more than eight years for an ill-fated bid to retrieve sports memorabilia. (Geoff Dornan/Nevada Appeal via AP, file)
Nevada parole commissioner Adam Endel wears a Kansas City Chiefs tie while listening to testimony from former NFL football star O.J. Simpson, who is appearing by video conference, during Simpson's parole hearing in Carson City, Nev., Thursday, July 20, 2017. Simpson was granted parole Thursday after more than eight years in prison for a Las Vegas hotel heist, successfully making his case in a nationally televised hearing that reflected America's enduring fascination with the former football star. (Brad Coman/Nevada Appeal via AP, Pool)
Former NFL football star O.J. Simpson, center, enters for his parole hearing at the Lovelock Correctional Center in Lovelock, Nev., on Thursday, July 20, 2017. Simpson was convicted in 2008 of enlisting some men he barely knew, including two who had guns, to retrieve from two sports collectibles sellers some items that Simpson said were stolen from him a decade earlier. (Jason Bean/The Reno Gazette-Journal via AP, Pool)
Former NFL football star O.J. Simpson appears via video for his parole hearing at the Lovelock Correctional Center in Lovelock, Nev., on Thursday, July 20, 2017. Simpson was convicted in 2008 of enlisting some men he barely knew, including two who had guns, to retrieve from two sports collectibles sellers some items that Simpson said were stolen from him a decade earlier. (Lovelock Correctional Center via AP)
Former NFL football star O.J. Simpson enters for his parole hearing at the Lovelock Correctional Center in Lovelock, Nev., on Thursday, July 20, 2017. Simpson was convicted in 2008 of enlisting some men he barely knew, including two who had guns, to retrieve from two sports collectibles sellers some items that Simpson said were stolen from him a decade earlier. (Jason Bean/The Reno Gazette-Journal via AP, Pool)
Chipotle Mexican Grill is set to open the second week in October at the Carson Mall.
Churchill High School student Malory Pruitt receives her AA degree at the 2017 Western Nevada College commencement ceremony on Monday.
Diana Gurrola, Western Nevada College Associated Students president 2016-17 gives a welcoming message to students at the commencement cermony on Monday.
Gardnerville resident Mitchell Miller is all smiles as he recieves his diploma at the 2017 Western Nevada College commencement ceremony on Monday.
Haley Ridgely decorated her graduation cap for the 2017 Western Nevada College commencement ceremony on Monday.
Meagan Slater of Carson City moves her tassel during the 2017 Western Nevada College commencement ceremony on Monday.
Courtney Aragon takes a selfie at the 2017 Western Nevada College commencement ceremony on Monday.
Carson City resident Kristen Pier celebrates as she walks across the stage to receive her dipolma at the 2017 Western Nevada College commencement ceremony on Monday.
The Reno Aces unveil ex-manager Brett Butler's newly retired jersey number on Tuesday.
Ex-Aces skipper Brett Butler, right, and Aces broadcaster Ryan Radke watch the team's video tribute prior to Reno's home opener at Greater Nevada Field.
Ex-Aces manager Brett Butler thanks the Reno fans during Tuesday's pregame ceremony.
Right fielder Landon Truesdale makes a sliding catch for an out in a game against North Valleys on Tuesday.
It was a mini celebration to be sure, and with good reason. Doug Knuth, the University of Nevada athletic director, announced on Wednesday the school had entered a multi-year partnership with Adidas.
Ida Margurete Manzini, age 94, was called home by the Lord on Saturday, May 19, 2018 in Sparks, NV at the Silver Lining Group Residential Care.
The New York Mets bullpen has been faltering of late and former Western Nevada College pitcher Tim Peterson has been called up to provide reinforcement.
State Senate candidate Gary Schmidt has filed a formal complaint with the Secretary of State’s office for ignoring a Supreme Court order staying his disqualification as a candidate.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY • At 2:14 a.m., Melissa Ann Carnahan, 39, and Paul Carnahan, 42, were jailed after the vehicle they were in was stopped for expired license plates on North Carson Street. She was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of control substance after the deputy spotted a baggie containing what appeared to be meth in the console. He was jailed on a parole and probation hold with no bail. Her bail was set at $2,500.
A local amateur radio group is collaborating with the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Eastside Memorial Park in Minden for an event that will run from Thursday, May 31, through Sunday, June 3.
A district judge has opened the door for proponents of an anti-sanctuary initiative to go forward to become a constitutional amendment but the victory may be short lived.
Carson City Ward 2 Supervisor Brad Bonkowski will hold “Breakfast with Brad” on Friday, June 1, from 7 to 8 a.m. at the Cracker Box restaurant. All Carson City residents are invited to attend.
Catherine Byrne, candidate for state controller, will be the featured speaker at a Democratic luncheon on June 4. Catherine is a Certified Public Accountant with decades of accounting experience, including many years of government accounting.
Summer Art Camp will be held at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada June 25-29.
One down and two to go. The Nevada basketball team got good news last weekend when senior Jordan Caroline opted to pull his name out of the NBA draft process and return to the Wolf Pack.
Pop artist Tom Zotos and Modern VideoArt artist Cory Skyler Drouillard are on a journey to capture images for Drouillard’s yet-to-be named Modern VideoArt form that has been commissioned by Zotos.
Say goodbye to May and hello June and that means the 3rd & Curry St. Farmers Market is right around the corner, Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Rams scored 26 unanswered points in the second half to beat the 49ers 40-13 last week in the NFL Talents Carson City Flag Football League.
A Las Vegas company has been ordered to pay a $1 million fine after conviction for Medicaid fraud.
Sarah Summer from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson St.
Thomas Gordon Williamson, 66, passed suddenly at his home in Fallon on Monday, May 28, 2018.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. SUNDAY • At 3:45 a.m., a 34-year-old was arrested after deputies responded to a report of a man lying in the roadway at Industrial Park Drive and Utah Street. He was arrested on suspicion of disorderly conduct after becoming combative with deputies and paramedics called to the scene. He was also held at the request of Parole and Probation without bail.
The Retail Association of Nevada says spending on graduates should generate upward of $8 million in retail sales this year. Spokesman Bryan Wachter said that will be a record for “cap and gown” sales in the Silver State.
Rodney Dan Northrop passed away unexpectedly April 20, 2018 in Fallon, NV.
A few weeks ago, the folks at the Churchill County Museum discovered an advertisement that was published in the Fallon Standard on June 20, 1928. The text in the advertisement reads: “Do Your part in making Churchill County a better place to live and thrive. Spend your money at home — insist upon products grown in Churchill County — upon goods sold by Churchill County stores. Let your dollar continue to do a hundred cents worth of work for the boys and girls of our own County — and incidently (sic) to give you far greater return both directly and indirectly than you could otherwise obtain from it.”
Friday was an evening to remember for Churchill County High School’s Class of 2018, as graduating seniors celebrated their last night together as one with family and friends, without stormy weather.
River Wranglers, the youth education and outreach organization in the Carson River Watershed, held two Conserve Carson River Work Days at the Rambling River Ranches (formerly known as the Frey Ranch) last week with local high school and elementary students. River Wranglers is a nonprofit organization partially funded and supported by the Carson Water Subconservancy District and the Nevada Department of Environmental Protection. Conserve Carson River Work Days have become an institution in the local schools across the Carson River watershed because of the support from these grantors.
President Donald Trump praised this year’s graduating class at the U.S. Naval Academy and what they may face in the future as Navy and Marine Corps officers, but his remarks of sacrifice focused on a Fallon aviator who died in combat almost 75 years ago.
More than 30 veterans and volunteers lined up at Fernley’s Out of Town Park Monday morning, some walkers adjusting their rucksacks, others unfurling flags to lead the marchers along the city’s eastern business route to the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
The Churchill County School District Board of Trustees recognized the following 2018 school district retirees during its meeting May 23:
On May 3, the Churchill Lodge No. 26 of the Free and Accepted Masons held a private ceremony for this year’s recipients of the Fred C. Siemon Memorial Masonic Scholarship, which is awarded to deserving youth who are pursuing higher education with an emphasis in service to others. This is the 21st year the Churchill Lodge has awarded the scholarship.
Author Nancy Raven will speak about her book A Postal Journey: Discovering Nevada Through Its Post Offices at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, June 2, at 10 a.m.
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. – Spooner Lake is home to more than 100 different species of wildflowers. Join a wildflower expert for a leisurely two-mile walk around the lake to learn about plant names, uses, habitats and to enjoy their beauty.
Donna J. Rockey, 80, died May 26, 2018 in Gardnerville, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
Every gardener’s dream when planning a flower garden is to achieve continuous visual interest with blooming plants throughout the growing season.
Despite a flurry of building activity, residential development this year should fall below the cap Carson City puts on growth. The Planning Commission this week will take up the growth management ordinance, its annual action limiting the number of residential building permit entitlements and commercial water consumption, which is sent to the Board of Supervisors for its approval.
Carson High managed just two hits, both by Kahle Good, in a 12-1 loss to the Sierra Sun Devils on Saturday at the Reno Knights Memorial Day Tournament at Ron McNutt Field.
Dan Schwartz says it’s time Nevada hired a businessman to be governor. And with both a law degree and a Masters in Business Administration, Schwartz, who’s now treasurer, says he’s the guy to do the job
Clark County Commissioner Steve Sisolak has the cash but fellow Commissioner Chris Giunchigliani has the numbers as they compete for the Democratic nomination for governor in June’s primary election.
RENO — After testing the NBA draft process, University of Nevada forward Jordan Caroline has made the decision to pull his name from NBA draft consideration and return to play his senior season for the Wolf Pack in 2018-19.
Garritt Benivedez worked 6.2 innings of 5-hit ball and Casey Martensen drove in three runs to lead the Carson Blue Jays to a 6-2 win over the Douglas Ducks at the Reno Knights Memorial Weekend Tournament Friday night at Ron McNutt Field.
SAN DIEGO — The University of Nevada baseball team was eliminated from the Mountain West Tournament by San Jose State after a 13-6 loss Friday at Tony Gwynn Stadium.
The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed a Las Vegas judge and approved a trial program that could pump more water into Walker Lake. As part of the ruling, the appellate justices also ordered U.S. District Judge Robert Clive Jones in Las Vegas be removed from the case because of his bias against the federal government and its attorneys.
Editor’s Note: This story has been corrected to relect Adam Laxalt’s campaign has raised $1.9 million. Attorney General Adam Laxalt, the odds-on favorite to win the Republican nomination for governor, collected $1.9 million in contributions during the first four and one half months of the year without putting a penny of his own money in the coffers.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY • At 10:05 a.m., Kristina Schneider, 45, was turned over to the Carson jail by the Department of Corrections on a warrant on suspicion of failure to appear in court. Her bail was set at $25,000 and she was released back into the custody of the Department of Corrections.
The Nevada Department of Transportation is planning single lane closures for Sunday on Highway 50 in eastern Carson City.
Gov. Brian Sandoval on Thursday announced grants totaling $2 million to create new postsecondary STEM workforce training programs.
The Nevada Supreme Court issued an order late Friday staying the district court order disqualifying Gary Schmidt as a candidate in state Senate District 16. The order comes just a day before the start of early voting Saturday but, for Schmidt, it means there will not be signs at every polling place in the district stating he can’t hold the office.
The Las Vegas Asian Chamber of Commerce announced its opposition to Question 3, saying it’s a risky and costly constitutional amendment on the Nevada statewide ballot that would dismantle Nevada’s existing electricity system and leave Nevada consumers with higher electricity rates and a less reliable electricity system.
The Marine Corps League Silver State Detachment 630 of Carson City and Carson Valley will be hosting the Memorial Day ceremony to honor Native American military veterans at 10 a.m. Monday, May 28.
Velma passed away on a beautiful spring evening in the arms of family. Her loving heart finally gave out.
The gate at the trailhead to the Ash to Kings Trail in Ash Canyon re-opened Friday, May 25, and is now open to all motorized vehicle traffic.
Gravesite services for Carolyn Kay Silva 68, of Fallon were held on May 18th, 2018 in Hawthorne.
Richard Ernest Blaver, born January 6, 1947 in Bishop, CA, passed away on May 21, 2018 in Carson City, NV surrounded by family. He was raised in Lee Vining, CA and graduated from LVHS in 1964. After attending Fresno
Suddenly in Pretty Prairie Kansas. Donald leaves behind his wife of two years Shannon, 3 children, 3 step-children, 10 grandchildren, 4 siblings and many other loving family members.
SAN DIEGO — The University of Nevada baseball team scored seven unanswered runs to tie UNLV, 8-8, only to allow five runs in the ninth and fell, 13-8, in the first game of the 2018 Mountain West Tournament at Tony Gwynn Stadium on Thursday.
Carson High wrapped up its six days of spring football practices with its annual 7-on-7 scrimmage Thursday.
There’s simply no rational reason for Caleb and Cody Martin to leave the Nevada Wolf Pack right now for the NBA. Neither one distinguished himself or improved his draft stock at the recently completed NBA Draft Combine. So there’s little chance either of the Wolf Pack twins will be drafted next month.
Besides having first names that almost rhyme, graduating seniors Austin Lunderstat and Dawson Frost also have something else in common: they are co-valedictorians of Churchill County High School’s Class of 2018.
Spending a Wednesday morning at Liberty Pond to fish was quite the catch for 15 seniors from The Homestead Assisted Living.
Two candidates — both Republicans who are hoping to succeed Kelly Helton as Churchill County clerk/treasurer, presented on Tuesday information on their professional financial backgrounds and answered a handful of questions from the audience at the Churchill Economic Development Authority/LVN Candidates Night.
Editor’s Note: Voters are asked to select four during the primary. The top eight-vote getters will advance to the general election. Four at-large seats are up for election this year. It is a four-year term. Candidates were asked to provide their record of service in 200 words or less, their platform in 200 words or less and their qualifications in 200 words or less. Candidates who didn’t adhere to the word count had their submissions cut to meet the word count.
Editor’s Note: Sheriff is a four-year term. The top two vote getters will advance to the general election. Butch Christie Address: 8800 Schurz Highway Contact Information: Butch4Farms@gmail.com
Editor’s Note: The Clerk/Treasurer is a 4-year-term. The winner will be the next Churchill County Clerk/Treasurer. Republicans Corine “Rinnie” Barrenchea Address: 3687 Rogers Road, Fallon, NV 89406
Five candidates vying to replace Ben Trotter as sheriff answered questions at Tuesday’s Candidates Night on how they would deal with specific situations and enforce the law in Churchill County.
With only four spots open, nine out of registered 12 candidates for the Churchill County School District Board addressed their platforms Tuesday during Candidates Night, hosted by Lahontan Valley News and Churchill Economic Development Authority at the Fallon Convention Center.
Memorial Day takes on a special meaning this year in Northern Nevada with many events planned for Fernley and Fallon as well as fundraisers for Honor Flight Nevada.
Like many Nevada communities, optimists founded Metropolis. But Metropolis wasn’t settled by folks seeking gambling riches or mineral wealth but by farmers seeking a better life.
Do you know about 529 savings plans? If not, you are not alone — although these plans have been around since 1996, many people are still unaware of them. And that’s unfortunate, because a 529 plan can be a valuable tool for anyone who wants to help a child, grandchild, friend or other family member save for education expenses.
U.S. stock markets were relatively calm, although they finished the week lower. U.S. Treasury yields hit a seven-year high and finished the week above 3 percent. While these were notable, the most remarkable events last week occurred beyond our borders. These include:
Megan (Munoz) Kendall is one of the most impressive young women I have ever known. She was my student in first grade, and she graduated from Churchill County High School in 2002.
Resting within a wooden case in the state capitol and under glass, a hand-bound book lists the names of Nevada’s men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
Things were looking good for Christian Nemeth as his junior year began.
The Fallon High School Rodeo Club has completed its regular season and now heads to Winnemucca this week for the Nevada State High School Rodeo Finals.
Leonardo Cardoza, whose first-degree murder conviction was overturned, has pleaded guilty to second degree murder rather than face a new trial.
A food wholesaler for restaurants is opening a location in the strip mall at Carson Street and Fairview Drive. Cash & Carry Smart Foodservice plans to open its 65th location in about 16,300 square feet of space next door to Office Depot.
Nancy Clarke of Carson City is one of two Nevada Artists Association members whose art is being featured in the NAA Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center.
After being told Hometown Health plans to terminate its healthcare agreement with the state in a year, the Public Employee Benefits Program board voted on Thursday to seek a new deal by June 30, 2019. Ty Winfeldt of Hometown Health told the board he understands PEBP isn’t happy with the exclusive contract his organization has to provide healthcare and hospital services at Renown.
YERINGTON — A jury returned a 10-count guilty verdict against Ronald T.J. Engle, 57, of Fernley, of child molestation on Wednesday.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY • At 9:21 a.m., Mary Franklin, 28, was arrested on suspicion of using a false ID to try to avoid prosecution, a felony, violating bail bond conditions and possession of drug paraphernalia after deputies were called to Albany and King on a report of people in a parked vehicle littering.
Patrick Brendan Walsh passed away in Carson City, Nevada unexpectedly at age 69.
Janet S. Amato, 73, died May 24, 2018 in Gardnerville, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
Kelly M. Mueller, 54, died May 22, 2018 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
James L. Parrott, 74, of Carson City, passed away on May 23, 2018. Walton’s Chapel of the Valley is trusted with arrangements, 775-882-4965.
Edward A. McCain, 62, died May 22, 2018 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766.
A donor has made scholarships available for teens ages 15, 16 and 17 who are eager to backpack on the Pacific Crest Trail, learn wilderness skills, and engage in personal growth through an inclusive small-group experience in nature.
Travel delays will be in place on Highway 50 east of Fallon as the Nevada Department of Transportation resurfaces the highway.
The American Legion Auxiliary Capitol Unit 4 will be hosting its 9th Annual Girls State Tea from 5 to 7 p.m. June 1 at the Governor’s Mansion, 606 Mountain St.
Are you interested in learning more about your family history? The Douglas County Public Library will be providing a six-week class about how to use the library’s Heritage Quest database for family and historical research.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday granted a rare posthumous pardon to boxing’s first black heavyweight champion, clearing Jack Johnson’s name more than 100 years after what many see as his racially-charged conviction.
Saturday’s Spring Farmers Market will be the final early market to be held before the 3rd and Curry St. Farmers Market starts its run on June 2.
Robert Lawson, 88 of Carson City, has passed away on May 21, 2018. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775- 888-6800.
Kick up your dancing shoes and enjoy the live music of Dan and Nadine at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 1.
Allan Dale Engleman II, 62, died in Fallon, NV on May 21, 2018 from an extensive illness. He was born in San Diego, CA to Rosalin and Allan Engleman. He was the oldest of 4 childr
The Carson City School Board approved a $67 million budget for 2018-19 and also approved more than $14 million in capital projects at its meeting on Wednesday.
Record of Service: Current Secretary of State for Nevada; State Senate representing district 8 for 12 years; State Assembly representing district 5 for 6 years
Editor’s note: For the 2018 primary election guide candidates were asked for picture, address, occupation, age, contact information. record of service in under 200 words, eduction information a 200-word statement on their platform and to answer what is one issue affecting the lives of Northern Nevadans that you would work to fix (500 word limit).
Record of Service: Helped lead the “Fearless Fifteen” to oppose the first attempted Commerce Tax under Gov. Guinn in 2003, then, showing I can work with yesterday’s opponent, worked with Gov. Guinn the next session to get $300 refunds on car registrations to refund the surplus over taxation. As a Las Vegas City Councilman, I stopped an effort to divert $50 million from the parks construction budget and give it to a developer to build a soccer stadium downtown so we might be able to attract a professional team. I am a proven, fiscally responsible limited-government conservative. Served in the Navy Reserve.
Contact Information: Johnbona@cox.net; BonaventuraForNevada.com Record of Service: Elected to the Nevada State Assembly 1993; Elected to Constable of Las Vegas 2010; US Department of Justice ; Nellis Air Force Base
Service: U.S. Air Force - Navigation Officer, 1981-1994; U.S. Army - Enlisted Infantryman, 1974-1978 Education: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), University of North Dakota, 1998; Master of Arts (M.A.), Human Relations/Industrial Psychology, Webster University, 1983; Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Zoology, North Dakota State University, 1981 Platform: I grew up in
Editor’s note: For the 2018 primary election guide candidates were asked for picture, address, occupation, age, contact information. record of service in under 200 words, eduction information a 200-word statement on their platform and to answer what is one issue affecting the lives of Northern Nevadans that you would work to fix (500 word limit).
Editor’s note: For the 2018 primary election guide candidates were asked for picture, address, occupation, age, contact information. record of service in under 200 words, eduction information a 200-word statement on their platform and to answer why they are the most qualified for the position (500 word limit).
Republicans Sherry Brooks My name is Sherry Brooks and I am in the Nevada U.S. Senate race this year. I hope to become your new senator. Republican since 1972. As a 9th generation American, I feel decency is important in every aspect of American life.
Editor’s note: For the 2018 primary election guide candidates were asked for picture, address, occupation, age, contact information. record of service in under 200 words, eduction information a 200-word statement on their platform and to answer what is one issue affecting the lives of Northern Nevadans that you would work to fix (500 word limit).
Early voting begins Saturday. Carson City Elections Deputy Aubrey Rowlatt said this will be the first time the new voting machines are used in an election. The Express Vote machines “presented no problems” during testing, she said. The new system cost about $500,000 in Carson City alone but experts said the old machines weren’t only out of date but failing.
Gov. Brian Sandoval has appointed Dallas Haun to the Nevada Athletic Commission to fill out Sandra Morgan’s term.
The Douglas County Public Library invites all children and teens to participate in the 2018 Summer Reading Program. “Libraries Rock!” is this year’s theme with a children’s program for ages 0 to 11 and a teens’ program for ages 12 to 17.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 11:17 a.m., a Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of failure to appear after deputies conducted a pedestrian stop near Washington and Anderson streets. Bail was set at $3,000.
Robert Allen Wallace, 89, died May 23, 2018 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
Patty Noll, a long time resident of Carson City went home to be with her Lord and sonMichael Noll on March 29th, 2018.
Eat everything. That’s the translation of Mangia Tutto, the name of a pizzeria and restaurant coming soon to downtown Carson City. The new eatery, owned and operated by Chicago native Richard Bragiel, is set to open in July inside the former D’Vine Wine building at the corner of Stewart and Musser streets.
RENO — Carson gave the Reno A’s plenty of free bases Tuesday night, and that led to its demise.
Secret Witness is offering a cash reward of $750 for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the suspects involved in a series of vehicle burglaries on Mt. Rose highway, several residential burglaries at north Lake Tahoe and the fraudulent use of credit cards stolen from the vehicles and homes.
The Italians have a wonderful word, “primavera,” which means “in the style of springtime.”
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in a shoplifting theft that occurred on May 7 at approximately 7:15 p.m.
Nevada U.S. Sen. Dean Heller said Monday getting a handle on wildland fires won’t only prevent destruction of millions of acres in the West but reduce the need to list the sage grouse as threatened or endangered. He said 10 million acres in the West burned last year, 1.2 million of them in Nevada.
QUINCY, Caif. — Plumas Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of Plumas Bancorp, on Tuesday announced it has signed a purchase and assumption agreement to acquire the Carson City branch of Mutual of Omaha Bank. The transaction, which is expected to close later this year pending regulatory approval, will result in the acquisition of approximately $50 million in deposits and less than $1 million in loans.
An impressive win. That’s the only way to describe J.J. Ply’s decathlon championship at last weekend’s National Junior College Track & Field championships in Butler, Kan.
Bringing us her second exhibit is abstract artist, Shari Havelka of Let Art Inspire. A native Nevadan, born and raised in Sparks, Havelka has always had a passion for creativity, and obtained her degree in Interior Design in 1996 where she focused her work.
The Churchill County Employee Management Committee, along with commissioners, presented six students of Churchill County High School the 2018 Jim Regan Memorial Scholarship on May 16.
CARSON CITY — A couple hours after their team took second in the 4x200 relay, Fallon senior Drake Copley was down to his final race, his final chance at winning a state title.
Their placings may not reflect it, but the Greenwave swim team ended the season in style at Saturday’s state meet at UNLV.
Editor’s Note: The following article about Sheriff Wildes originally ran in 1983 from the Nevada Historical Society. Wednesday is the 100th year since his death.
Quality of resources of mental and behavioral health is one of Churchill County’s priorities. Because of that, the Churchill County Board of Commissioners adopted a proclamation declaring Mental Health Awareness Day and are planning ahead with incoming disbursements.
Oasis Academy graduated 22 students in its Class of 2018 on May 18 at the Venturacci Park Gymnasium. Decked out in blue and white, each student anticipated walking off the stage with their diploma in their hands to start new chapters in life—and separating as a class for the first time in years.
Students from this year’s graduating class of the Churchill County School District’s Adult Education program were told Thursday it’s important for them to follow their own path rather than depending on others to guide their way.
No matter how many countries and cities she’s extensively traveled and lived in around the world, Fallon will always hold a special place in Eleanor Lockwood’s heart.
CARSON CITY — As Colton Peterson waited for the handoff on the final stretch of the 4x100 relay, only one thing was going through his mind.
RENO — Softball, like many sports, is a game of inches, which Lowry discovered in a 3-2 loss in the 2018 NIAA Class 3A Softball Championship game at Reno High School.
The Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department’s 2018 GE Family Concert Series kicks off this Friday, May 25, at 6 p.m. with Journey Revisited and is sponsored by American AVK Company.
Nevada U.S. Sens. Dean Heller and Catherine Cortez Masto are both praising the inclusion of $181 million in flood control funding in the Water Resources Reform and Development Act.
Jeff Campbell at 6 p.m. today at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden. Lee Jones from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday at Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson St.
A one-day intensive animal communication workshop with Terri Jay, a professed horse whisperer, pet psychic, medium and intuitive, is planned from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 23 in Minden.
The federal Housing and Urban Development department has awarded $17 million to develop and operate affordable housing in tribal communities across Nevada.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 9:24 a.m., a 56-year-old Pico Rivera, Calif., man was arrested on suspicion of two counts of failure to appear and contempt of court after deputies conducted a warrant service at the Carson Street Bodines Casino. Bail was set at $1,118.
Banner Churchill Community Hospital May 6, 2018 Jullian Christian Callender, to Mandolynn Rose and James Jimmy Callender, weighing 7 pounds and 2 ounces and measuring 19 inches.
Gregory Banovich, 86, of Carson City passed away on May 16, 2018. Arrangements are in the care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
Daryl W. Halbert, 75, of Dayton passed away on May 18, 2018. Arrangements are in the care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
December 30, 1931 ~ May 20, 2018 Betty Jewell Kieber, long time resident of Fallon, passed away peacefully May 20, 2018. Betty was born December 30, 1931 in San Fernando, California to Arthur and Odessa Hocker.
Ernest R. Stedman, 93, died May 21, 2018 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
On May 16, the Leisure Hour Club recognized the outstanding work of the Carson City Literacy Volunteers with a $500 donation to the organization. Accepting the check for the Literacy Volunteers were Executive Director Jan Whitemore and Board member Sharon McCloskey.
Our beloved mother and grandmother passed peacefully from death to life into the presence of the LORD Jesus Christ on May 19, 2018, in Mound House, Nevada. She was born April 3, 1934 in Peoria, Arizona.
Evergreen Gene’s, located at 1811 N. Carson St., will be holding its 10th annual Memorial Day BBQ from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, May 28.
Leon Aberasturi, a candidate for Nevada Supreme Court, will be the featured speaker at next Monday’s Democratic luncheon. A former Lyon County District Attorney, Aberasturi is a judge for Nevada’s Third District Court in Yerington. He was first elected to the court in 2006, and was re-elected in 2014. He is running for the seat currently held by Justice Michael Cherry, who is termed out.
Margaret Adeline Miller Parsons,93, passed away on May 14, 2018
LAS VEGAS — Gun control, minimum wage and taxpayer support for a Las Vegas stadium were among the topics two top Democratic candidates for Nevada governor sparred about Monday during a live televised debate just three weeks before the primary.
The Board of Supervisors held a quick meeting on Monday to approve Carson City’s fiscal year 2019 budget. Total revenue is projected to be $156.4 million and total expenses $154 million. The budget includes $6 million set aside for reserves.
The Utility Finance Oversight Committee voted to recommend the city issue new bonds for a project to complete the water transmission line from Minden to the Quill Water Treatment Plant using savings from the refinancing of existing bonds.
Six Carson High basketball players have been selected to play in the annual Senior All-Star game tonight at Wooster High School.
RENO — The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced today the field of teams for the first-ever Jerry Colangelo Classic presented by Citi, a newly developed college basketball showcase held in conjunction with Talking Stick Resort Arena on Sunday, December 9.
RENO — Former Nevada standout and current volunteer assistant diving coach Krysta Palmer has earned a spot on Team USA for the upcoming FINA World Cup, after her performance at the USA Diving Senior National Championship this past weekend, in which she placed first on the 3-meter springboard with her cumulative score.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. FRIDAY At 8:06 p.m., Dahani Evans, 24, a transient, was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance, possession of a prescription drug without a prescription, Department of Alternative Sentencing violation and possession of drug paraphernalia after deputies responded to reports of a suspicious person near Ridgefield and Longridge drives. Bail was set at $9,000.
September 7, 1933 ~ May 14, 2018 3rd generation native Carsonite Robert Elvin Howard passed away on May 14th, 2018 after a brief illness with his wife by his side.
David Ruf will be giving a class about creating a succulent garden at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 26, at the Greenhouse Garden Center, 2450 S. Curry St., Carson City.
A 77-year-old Yerington man was shot and killed by deputies Saturday night after he reportedly sped out the garage of a Sunridge address and struck a deputy. The victim reported Jimmy Alan Moss was drunk and threatening to “kill the police,” Douglas County Sheriff’s spokeswoman Sgt. Bernadette Smith said on Monday.
The American Legion Auxiliary Capitol Unit 4 will be hosting its 9th Annual Girls State Tea from 5 to 7 p.m. June 1 at the Governor’s Mansion, 606 Mountain St., Carson City.
Abigail Pradere completed Redemption Week with another impressive performance. Pradere, who was not at 100 percent at last year’s NIAA State Track & Field Championships, made up for it with two impressive victories this year.
Sierra Lutheran started Saturday at the NIAA State Track & Field Championships with a season-best performance in the 3200 relay, and that catapulted the Falcons to a second-place finish among 1A schools.
RENO — Tyra Clary turned in a gutsy seven-hit complete game pitching performance on Saturday morning to help the Spanish Springs Cougars on their way to a 6-2 win against the Douglas Tigers in the NIAA 4A State Softball Tournament championship game.
RENO — Softball, like many sports, is a game of inches, which Lowry discovered in a 3-2 loss in the 2018 NIAA Class 3A Softball Championship game at Reno High School.
The ups and downs Walker Jackson, 20, experiences these days are far different from the ups and downs he experienced growing up and struggling to find his way as an adult. Jackson, with the help of JOIN Inc., Northern Nevada’s workforce development agency, landed a position as a maintenance worker at the Minden-Tahoe Airport at more than double the wage he’d been eking out on his own washing windows or doing other odd jobs.
Abigail Pradere failed in her quest to run a sub 5-minute 1600, but she got something better.
RENO — Rylee Retzer and the Spanish Springs Cougars, it seems, have had just a little bit better timing than the Douglas Tigers so far in Nevada’s softball postseason.
RENO — Faith Cornmesser perfected a Picasso painting Friday afternoon.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 11:42 a.m., a 32-year-old Dayton woman was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery and violation of pretrial supervision at the Carson Street Nugget Casino. Bail was set at $6,000.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts will be the keynote speaker at the Nevada State Democratic Convention in June. The convention is scheduled for June 23-24 in Reno.
The nonprofit Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties is inviting volunteers to help beautify the Dayton Food Pantry, the nonprofit garden center Community Roots & Shoots, and Healthy Communities grounds from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 20, at 209 Dayton Valley Road.
Sherman L. Lerud, 76, of Page, AZ, passed away April 28, 2018 at Southern Utah Veterans Home.
Carson City Soroptimist will honor local high school Girls of the Month, culminating with presentation of the Girl of the Year Scholarship during its program meeting from noon to 1 p.m. May 23 at Glen Eagles. The meeting is open to the public, with prior reservation required. There is no cost to attend, however a plated lunch with choice of entrees is available for $16. Email sicarsoncity@gmail.com or call 775-297-4890 by May 21 to reserve a seat.
Scholarships will be awarded to three Douglas students at the next Douglas County Democratic Women luncheon to be held on June 4.
Local nonprofit organization, Between Horses and Humans, will hold a garden party benefit in Genoa at 4 p.m. June 2 at the former Wild Rose Inn, 2332 Main St.
The Early Spring Farmers Market continues Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Musser and Nevada streets, behind Due Sorella.
Lowell F. “Pete” Bader, 93, passed peacefully into Heaven in his sleep at Arbor’s Memory Center in Sparks at 7:35 PM on Tuesday, May 1st, 2018. He had been a resident of Carson City since 1977.
RENO — The University of Nevada baseball team dropped the first game of a three-game Mountain West series, 12-7 to San Diego State at Don Weir Field at Peccole Park on Thursday.
Abigail Pradere was a lock to medal last year in Las Vegas, but was hit with flu-like symptoms the night before competition, and wasn’t a factor in any of her races.
RENO — Chloie Pratt, Alyssa Smokey and Haley Doughty slammed home runs to help lead the Douglas Tigers to an 8-5 opening round win against Basic at the NIAA 4A State Softball Tournament on Thursday.
Epic Rides announced the Four Peaks Brewing Co. Concert Series lineup for June 16 in Carson City at the third annual Carson City Off-Road mountain bike event.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... The Nevada Wolf Pack men’s basketball program has enough players for three teams. The Wolf Pack currently has 20 players, 19 of which are eligible to play this coming season.
RENO – Five days after blasting 14 home runs during its regional-tournament title run, the Lady Wave softball team continued its assault on opposing pitching, sending four balls over the fence in a 12-2 opening win over Pahrump Valley in the 3A state tournament at Reno High School.
The Nevada Supreme Court has ruled all the water rights holders in Diamond Valley have the right to participate in a show cause hearing demanding pumping be curtailed.
All candidates running for state, county and local elected office in Nevada have until midnight May 22 to file their first campaign contributions and expenses report. The report covers all contributions received and expenses incurred from Jan. 1 to May 18 of this year.
A man who killed a customer during a bank robbery in Reno in 2013 has lost his appeal to have his sentence reduced. The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday rejected the petition of Van McDuffy, who was sentenced to consecutive life sentences for the killing of Charles Sperry, who tried to grab the gun during the robbery.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 3:37 a.m., a 40-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of three counts of contempt of court after officers responded to reports of suspicious men near Desatoya and Fairview.
Kat Simmons’ summer comedy class will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays, July 2 through Aug. 6, at the COD Casino in Minden.
Eula Rosella Cook, 95 of Carson City, passed away on May 15, 2018, arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
Wallace “Wally” Raymond Rauch, 81 of Carson City, passed away on May 14, 2018, arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
Fallon’s annual Portuguese Festa is among one of the many local events that unites the community — way before Maine Street had pavement.
Behind every local business is a success story and for Cori Nowalk of Running Iron Cafe, it took years of strength. If she never left her hometown in Pennsylvania, she would have never met her present partner and let alone launch her restaurant in Fallon.
“Get in the Act” presents Camp Broadway for kids entering grades second through fifth in Dayton and Fernley.
Sixty-eight years ago, Hawthorne celebrated its first Armed Forces Day Celebration and from that day forward, citizens of Mineral County help to keep Hawthorne “America’s Patriotic Home.”
An unstable weather pattern will remain in central Nevada through next week with a chance of afternoon rain and thunderstorms.
Bachelor degrees earned by Fallon natives Zachary Keener of Fallon graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from The Citadel during the South Carolina Corps of Cadets commencement ceremony on May 5.
After serving 16 years at Jerry’s Restaurant, one of Fallon’s most popular sit-down places to eat, Ana Hardy opened her first cafe on Trento Lane.
It never fails — the moment I bend down to pick up Watson’s poop, he starts scratching the ground throwing clods of dirt, weeds and mud directly at me. I usually wait a minute or two to give him time to scratch before I bend down, but it doesn’t matter because he’s just waiting to get me. I wondered why he scratches because I have seen other dogs do the same thing. Curiosity got the best of me, so I decided to do some investigating.
Why do you invest? If you’re like most people, you’d probably say that, among other things, you want to retire comfortably. Obviously, that’s a worthy long-term goal, requiring long-term investing. But as you journey through life, you’ll also have short-term goals, such as buying a second home, remodeling your kitchen or taking a much-needed vacation. Will you need to invest differently for these goals than you would for the long-term ones?
How do employers lure staff in a tightening labor market? The curly tail grubs and spinnies of the business world are higher wages and better benefits.
The James Hunter Six is performing Saturday at the Oats Park Arts Centers Barkley Theater.
Once you view Northern California’s Burney Falls, it’s easy to see why President Theodore Roosevelt once called it the “eighth wonder of the world.”
Although Truckee ran away with both the boys and girls team regional titles, the Greenwave finished solid, taking second in the boys and third in the girls.
The annual Honor Flight Nevada Charity Golf Tournament and Dinner is set for May 27 at The Club at ArrowCreek in Reno.
The northern region had difficulty topping its southern counterpart in Tuesday’s state golf tournament at Mountain Falls Golf Club in Pahrump.
Riding the strength of its sprinters, the Greenwave captured the boys regional track championship as it qualified in two relay and five individual events on Saturday in Yerington.
The following are the results for the Fallon High School contestants who competed at the Washoe Rodeo on April 21-22.
Larry R. Rothchild Celebration of Life
Thank you! We would like to thank the many friends and family who came together to celebrate Stan Lehman’s life.
The basic techniques of fly fishing will be laid out in the Carson Fly Fishing Club’s 18th Fly Fishing Academy, which is returning at 6:30 p.m. June 15 and 9 a.m. June 16 at the Ormsby Room of the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, 911 E. Musser St.
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend Raymond Michael Oster passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, May 4, he was 73.
The Disabled American Veterans and other local veteran organizations within the Carson City area will be placing U.S. flags on veterans’ graves at Veterans Cemetery, located in the Lone Mountain Cemetery, at 4 p.m. May 25.
William Rockenfelder of Carson City, NV passed unexpectedly on Sunday May 13, 2018.
The 26th annual Fred Alexander Memorial Family Golf Clinic is scheduled to touch down at Eagle Valley Golf Course in Carson City on Sunday, bringing free lessons to junior golfers ages 6-17 and their families.
The trust fund that pays unemployment insurance benefits to those without a job hasn’t only recovered from the recession but reached a record $1.3 billion. Nevada’s unemployment insurance trust fund is built by assessing employers throughout the state to fund benefits when the economy tanks.
Ashley and Rebecca Mason are your typical identical twins.
Nevada prison officials are investigating the stabbing death of an inmate at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center in Carson City. Prison officials hadn’t yet released a report on the Tuesday night incident but confirmed another inmate is being held in connection with the death.
Honor Flight Nevada’s annual charity golf tournament and dinner on May 27 will raise funds to send local veterans to Washington, D.C., so they can see the monuments dedicated in their honor.
Antsy McClain and the Trailer Park Troubadours will perform at Carson City’s Brewery Arts Center from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 3:54 p.m., Allyson Richards, 24, of Dayton, was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance, felony child abuse/neglect, felony parole and probation hold, felony use of a controlled substance in front of a child and possession of drug paraphernalia after deputies responded to reports of a suspicious subject near the 1500 block of Old Hot Springs Road.
A Dayton man has been sentenced to 78 months in federal prison for possession of child pornography. Monte Chaix, 48, pleaded guilty to one count of receiving child pornography.
The Nevada Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed with Carson District Judge Todd Russell the Description of Effect on the initiative petition to prohibit Sanctuary Cities in Nevada was legally flawed.
Volunteers are needed for Carson High School’s Safe Grad Night, the annual graduation party that’s returning on the evening of June 9 and into the early morning hours of June 10.
Please join us on May 26th as we celebrate Lisa Ann Wetzel. Service will be at 1:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1480 Douglas Ave, Gardnerville.
Jack D. Oxborrow, 77, died May 8, 2018 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
Joseph R. Marlo, 78, died May 2, 2018 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
The Nevada State Historic Preservation Office is seeking public input about proposed changes to the Certified Local Government program, a federal certification for local governments with historic preservation programs.
Members of the Carson City Natives & Newcomers say they have something for everyone at the All Seasons Craft Fair and Raffle to be held 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, at the corner of Highway 50 and Saliman Road in Carson City.
Attorney General Adam Laxalt on Tuesday filed suit against Purdue Pharma, the company that manufactures OxyContin, accusing the company of deliberately deceptive marketing that’s fueling Nevada’s opioid epidemic.
Carson City’s Republican Women’s group hosted several candidates at a Tuesday luncheon in Casino Fandango including two statewide candidates who argued they’re best qualified for the jobs they’re seeking.
Many called the 2017-18 Nevada basketball team the best in school history after a 29-8 record and Sweet 16 appearance.
Dawson Herbert threw two TD passes to Alex Myrehn as the Chiefs beat the Cowboys, 28-13, in the feature game of the NFL Talents Carson City Flag Football League.
The Roem Baur Duo at 6 p.m. today and Thursday at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden.
Tomatomania begins Saturday, May 19, and runs through Sunday, May 27.
The 26th annual Fred Alexander Memorial Family Golf Clinic is scheduled to touch down at Eagle Valley Golf Course in Carson City on Sunday, May 20, bringing free lessons to junior golfers ages 6-17 and their families.
This is the time of year for artichokes; March through May is peak season, then they reappear again in October.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 1:36 p.m., Jesse Shoub, 20, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony fugitive from justice after deputies responded to reports of a possible stolen vehicle near College Parkway. Bail was set at $15,000.
Lowry paid dearly for unleashing an unstoppable Lady Wave softball team.
The Lahontan Valley News and the Churchill Economic Development Authority are partnering this year for Candidates Night, which will be conducted Tuesday beginning at 6 p.m. at the Fallon Convention Authority.
Three candidates running for statewide office recently spoke at the monthly luncheon of the Churchill County Republicans.
FERNLEY — The brisk afternoon wind on Friday gave a distinguished look to the many U.S. flags waving in rows at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
It wasn’t the way the season was supposed to end but what a ride it was.
Churchill County High School celebrated its 20th annual Academic and Scholarship Awards Thursday by presenting over 70 scholarships to 55 graduating students, including those who exceed the 3.5 grade point average.
Most seniors have had better dental care than the previous generations. Your teeth can last a lifetime with proper home care and regular dental cleanings and checkups.
Farmers, ranchers and gardeners everywhere face many of the same challenges — weeds growing in unwanted places, critters digging holes and insects eating plants.
To give preschool students a free, wrapped book is like another Christmas morning.
South Tahoe set the tone early in Friday’s game by taking advantage of two Fallon errors and then broke a tie in the top of the sixth inning — aided by another miscue — with the eventual winning run to defeat Fallon, 7-6, in the third round of the 2018 NIAA 3A Northern League Baseball Championships.
Tahoe Douglas ELKS Lodge Bingo at 1227 Kimmerling Road in the Gardnerville Ranchos will be on Friday, May 18.
Proscenium Players, Inc. is bringing to life “The Hit,” a comedy by Mike Buckley involving a cast of hilarious characters at an antique shop in San Francisco.
Members of SIERA, the Sierra Intermountain Emergency Radio Association, will display their radio trailer on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at Lampe Park in Gardnerville as part of Safety Day.
The ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada — serving Carson City, Washoe, Douglas, Lyon and Churchill counties — has funding available to help the immigrants who have toiled to learn English and American customs in advance of taking the U.S. citizenship test. ESL trained volunteers have helped the immigrants master the skills needed to take the exam, which features 100 questions covering everything from American history to government. Sentences must be written, and English conversation skills are needed for the interview.
Ryan Russell, candidate for Carson City Justice of the Peace/Municipal Court Judge Department 2, will be the featured speaker at next Monday’s Democratic luncheon.
Florence R. Jeffers, 87, passed away Friday, May 4, 2018, at her home in Gardnerville, surrounded by her family.
The ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada has launched an ESL Citizenship Fund bank account open for students of the program who need funds to apply for citizenship.
Under the direction of Richard Doede, the Capital City Community Band will perform its annual “Free Spring Concert” at 3 p.m. May 20 at Western Nevada College.
It’s official, Jordan Brown is Nevada’s newest basketball player. Brown, the much-heralded freshman-to-be from Prolific Prep in Napa, sent in his paperwork to Nevada officials, allowing basketball coach Eric Musselman to talk on the record about the crown jewel of his third recruiting class.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. FRIDAY At 4:14 p.m., a 27-year-old transient woman was arrested on suspicion of contempt of court after deputies conducted a warrant service near the 1700 block of North Carson Street. Bail was set at $500.
RENO — A Nevada tribe is condemning a congressman’s proposal to give more than 2,000 acres of federal land at a contaminated mine to the corporation responsible for cleaning it up.
Friends, Family and all those who knew Tom are invited to celebrate his life.
Thomas Frances Stupfel, age 58, of Carson City, NV, passed away on April 12, 2018. Arrangements are in the care of Autunm Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
Former Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev., was recovering after undergoing surgery Monday at Johns Hopkins Cancer Center in Baltimore to remove a cancerous tumor from his pancreas.
Heavenly is proposing ski trail widening to reduce bottlenecks and improve skier flow.
The Senior Service Network is hosting the 20th annual Senior Celebration, billed as Northern Nevada’s largest health and information fair in honor of Older Americans Month, from 9 am. to 1 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at the Carson Nugget, 507 N. Carson St., Carson City.
Janice M. Webster, 77, died May 13, 2018 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
Thomas Alan Burroughs passed away at Ormsby Rehab on March 30th, 2018 from complications of a neurodegenerative brain disease.
Robert A Lavine, 61 of Carson City, passed away on May 9, 2018. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
Nancy Audrey Adams Perazzo, 84, died May 11, 2018 in Fallon, Nevada after a short illness.
Jack D Devore, 68 of Carson City, passed away on May 10, 2018. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
Joseph Anton Nagy, 79 of Carson City, passed away on May 12, 2018. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court cleared the way Monday for states coast to coast to legalize betting on sports, breaking a longtime ban and creating a potential financial boon for states and the gambling industry. The first bets could be placed within weeks.
Alyssa Rowe spent the last school year as an exchange student in Italy after transferring from Sierra Lutheran, so she was starting over this spring with the Carson High track team.
YERINGTON — Led by Jared Marchegger, Sierra Lutheran captured the NIAA 1A boys track and field championship Saturday at Yerington High School.
Warriors and Rockets. Cavaliers and Celtics. The NBA fans are in hog heaven. The conference finals in the East get underway on Sunday afternoon, and the Rockets host the Warriors a day later.
RENO — The Nevada softball team concluded its regular season on Saturday with a 10-7 victory over Fresno State in a five-inning contest due to time constraints.
LAS VEGAS — The University of Nevada baseball team dropped the second game of a three-game Mountain West series, 8-1, at UNLV at Earl E. Wilson Stadium Saturday.
RENO — Nevada women’s basketball senior T Moe has been selected to receive the fourth annual Jayme King Inspiration Award.
Lightning struck more than once during the Lady Wave’s softball game against Lowry.
Big city apartment-dwelling can be a financial and emotional drain, but the growing trend of co-living can soften the blow. Co-living comes in many varieties, from shared houses to luxurious mini-apartments. But the basic premise is the same: Renters can save money and expand their social circle if they’re comfortable with smaller digs and shared common spaces. Co-living properties also tend to have more flexible lease terms and no broker fees, which can add thousands to the cost of a rental.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. — Google put the spotlight on its artificial intelligence smarts at its annual developers conference Tuesday, announcing new consumer features imbued with machine learning. Many of the updates have a practical bent, designed to ease tasks such as composing emails, making lists, navigating city streets and lessening the digital distractions that have increasingly addled people’s lives as a result of previous tech industry innovations.
RENO — Three games in one day. It was simply too much. After dropping a 2-1 heartbreaker to Spanish Springs on Friday morning, the Carson Senators drilled Damonte Ranch before being routed by Bishop Manogue, 9-1, Friday afternoon at Manogue.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 8:16 p.m., a 41-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of a Churchill County warrant after deputies responded to reports of a dispute near the 1300 block of Roop Street. Bail was set at $545.
GENOA, Nev. – Join park rangers and local paranormal investigator Rosemary Osborn at Mormon Station State Historic Park for an evening of history with a paranormal twist.
LAS VEGAS — Democrats hoping to take control of the U.S. Senate in November believe one of their best chances to pick up a seat this year lies in battleground Nevada, where Sen. Dean Heller is the only Republican running for re-election in a state that Democrat Hillary Clinton carried in 2016.
Bob Oglesby, 77, of Washoe Valley, Nevada, a true Southern gentleman, passed away April 25th, 2018 at City of Hope Duarte, Ca. of complications of MDS with his wife and sister by his side.
Ellen M. Simmons, 88, of Carson City, Nevada passed away at home on May 11, 2018. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home, 775-882-2644.
On Twitter Friday morning McDonald's All-American Jordan Brown from Prolific Prep in Napa, committed to the University of Nevada's basketball team. The 6-10 Brown is probably a one and done player, according to recruiting services. Brown’s father liked the St. John’s program after visiting the campus and talking to Chris Mullin, former NBA great with the Golden State Warriors.
Albert, aka Al, Scotty and Steve, by family and friends, passed away May 8, 2018.
FALLON — Dayton High school’s softball team split its games Thursday in the first day of the 2018 NIAA 3A Northern League Softball Tournament.
In an eight-page ruling issued less than a week after the hearing, the Nevada Supreme Court on Thursday unanimously cleared the way for the execution of Scott Raymond Dozier.
The Nevada Labor Commissioner says the minimum wage employers must pay workers will remain at $7.25 an hour for the fiscal year beginning July 1.
The National Endowment for the Arts has awarded nearly $800,000 to Nevada arts programs for fiscal 2018. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto praised the decision to award four separate grants.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office welcomed its seventh female officer during a swearing in ceremony Thursday.
RENO — Carson High’s softball team opened the 4A regional playoffs with an impressive 8-0 win over Reed on Thursday afternoon at Bishop Manogue High School.
Sierra Lutheran senior Bret Walker enters this weekend’s Northern 1A Regional Track and Field Championships at Yerington High School full of confidence, and with good reason.
Just the sight of it would make any Nevada Wolf Pack basketball fan a bit nervous and queasy. There was Wolf Pack senior Caleb Martin on Monday, wearing a basketball jersey with “Los Angeles” printed boldly across the front, smiling and answering media questions while standing in front of a backdrop covered with Los Angeles Lakers logos. Goodbye 2019 Final Four hopes?
Take a ride on a ski simulator, also known as a ski deck, designed and fabricated by Kris Buttenberg, a local ski coach and racer, and founder of Reno-based Biste Technologies.
It’s top three or go home. That’s what’s facing track and field standouts from Carson and Dayton high schools as they prepare for this weekend’s regional finals. The top three in each event advance to the State Meet May 18-19 at Carson High.
The attorney general’s office has launched a website to keep sexual assault victims and others informed and connect them with support services.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 1:40 a.m., a 40-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of obstructing a police officer and Department of Alternative Sentencing violation after deputies responded to reports of a couple fighting near the S. Carson Street AM/PM gas station.
After the Fallon City Council voted against recreational marijuana sales last week, Northern Nevada’s only medical marijuana-only dispensary, The Green Cross Farmacy, hopes to repeal the ordinance.
Churchill County School District Board of Trustees recognized Churchill County High School’s Future Farmers of America Agricultural Mechanics Team for placing first in FFA State competition.
You never eat alone at a Basque hotel. A unique aspect about dining at one of Nevada’s dozen or so Basque boardinghouses is that the meals are served family-style — so you sit at a long table, usually covered with a red and white-checked tablecloth, and dine next to complete strangers.
A lot happened last week. Some of the notable events included: Trade talks between the United States and China. The talks were described as “frank, efficient, and constructive,” although significant issues have yet to be resolved.
Mother’s Day is almost here. If you’re a mother with grown children, you might receive flowers, candy, dinner invitations or some other type of pleasant recognition. However, you might find that you can get more enjoyment from the holiday by giving, rather than receiving. The longest lasting gifts may be financial ones — so here are a few moves to consider:
The whole team may not be going to Monday’s state tournament in Las Vegas but first-year coach Elaine Adams is banking on her top two golfers creating havoc.
The James Hunter Six is a Wales-based sextet (two saxophones, drums, double bass, keyboards, guitar and vocals) that performs modern versions of classic ’50s and ’60s rhythm and blues.
Longtime Fallon account Joe Lane, who specializes in taxes, spoke to Wednesday’s monthly Churchill Economic Development Authority’s Business Council about the new tax laws that went into effect for 2018.
Watson here, and I want to tell you how much fun I had at Bark in the Park. The race was great, even if my folks were slower than molasses. Miraculously, we made it over the finish line just in time to get a medal. There were so many great booths and nice folks it was amazing! I scored tons of treats and cool stuff. Thanks to everyone who made this the best day of the year for me and my friends. Please support the following businesses that have supported us.
“My mom taught me patience, love, respect, gratitude, and how to be a mom and a Nana! She was always doing crafts with me and my brother and sister. She always had us in sports, and involved in the community. She was an involved momma. Sadly two years ago, she lost her life to cancer. She fought so hard and tried her best to always stay positive! She tried to hide her hurt so her kids and grandkids didn’t have to see it. She loved her Grandkids like no other. They were her whole world. Each of them miss her so much and her memory carries on with them always. She is missed for sure!”
A new chapter begins for the Greenwave track and field team this weekend in Yerington.
Fallon Police Department detectives, acting on a lead from an undercover agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation Washington Field Office’s Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force, arrested on Tuesday a 33-year-old man on allegations of sexual assault and child pornography.
April 5 Jeffery Brandon Riebel, 25, and Hayley Ann Hicks, 23, both of Fallon. Pedro Barajas-Martinez, 21, and Flor Alondra Lopez, 18, both of Fallon.
All but four swimmers qualified for this weekend’s regional meet and Ken Grimes is hopeful Fallon can push through and qualify for state.
It’s not considered a wake-up call but splitting a doubleheader with Truckee last week exposed areas to fine-tune with the High Sierra League Lacrosse playoffs on the horizon.
Mayor Ken Tedford has always considered Fallon a good supporter of University of Nevada athletics.
Buzz Lightyear might not be referenced, but Mike Thomas will talk about the universe in his lecture, “Infinity and Beyond,” on Saturday, May 12 at Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory in Carson City.
MINDEN, Nev.— Something in the Wind, a free kite flying event, will take place at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20, 2018.
Gary Schmidt is appealing his disqualification from the Nevada state Senate District 16 race. Incumbent Senator and fellow Republican Ben Kieckhefer challenged Schmidt’s candidacy saying he wasn’t actually a resident of the district because he wasn’t living at the Raindeer Lodge on the Mount Rose Highway. That’s the address he listed when he filed for the office.
WASHINGTON — The House on Thursday approved an election-year bill to revive the mothballed nuclear waste dump at Nevada’s Yucca Mountain despite opposition from home-state lawmakers. Supporters say the bill would help solve a nuclear-waste storage problem that has festered for more than three decades. More than 80,000 metric tons of spent fuel from commercial nuclear power plants sit idle in 121 communities across 39 states.
On January 30, 2018 Betty Block (Rowe) a long-term resident of Carson City left us at the age of 87.
“Eddie,” to those who knew her, enjoyed a full life. Similar to Farmer’s television ad, “she has seen a ‘thing or two’ in her 87 years.
Starting May 12, Living the Good Life will be hosting DJ Trivia games every Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m.
It saddens us to announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Marla Carr on April 20th 2018, at the age of 64.
RENO — The win-loss record doesn’t tell the story of the 2018 Carson High baseball team. The gritty Senators finished 15-19 overall after being eliminated from the 4A regional playoffs by McQueen, 7-6, Wednesday afternoon at Kuraisa Field.
Taxable sales rose 3.2 percent in February, the 92nd consecutive month of increases. Total sales reported statewide were $4.35 billion. For the fiscal year to date, 14 of the 17 counties are up. The biggest gains were in Washoe, Churchill, Eureka and Lyon counties, all double digits.
State regulators have fined a Reno man and his two companies $50,000 and ordered them to shut down their mortgage businesses. The state Division of Mortgage Lending has issued an order accusing David Lohrey of operating as a broker to help homeowners get loans without being licensed as a broker or mortgage agent.
The Nevada Rural Counties Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is presenting the REST Companion training in Carson City, in partnership with Disabled American Veterans Carson City Chapter.
Two hundred quilts as well as vendors, lectures, door prizes, theme baskets, demonstrations, and a heritage exhibit will fill the Douglas County Community and Senior Center on June 2 and 3.
The Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range will be closed for construction projects from May 30 to June 7.
Carson High School’s class of 1998 will reunite July 6-7 to commemorate two decades since graduation.
The NIAA regional softball playoffs get underway Thursday with both Carson and Dayton high school teams in action.
Longtime former state official Bart Jacka died last week in Reno. He was 81.
Lisa Lynne and Aryeh Frankfurter with John Weed and Stu Mason, of Molly’s Revenge, are closing out the Brewery Arts Center’s Celtic music series at 7 p.m. Saturday.
LAS VEGAS — Three of the four leading candidates for Nevada governor pledged to protect the state’s expanded Medicaid program if elected in November.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court.
Fallon Police Department detectives, acting on a lead from an undercover agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation Washington Field Office’s Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force, arrested on Tuesday a 33-year-old man on allegations of sexual assault and child pornography.
The United Blood Services Bloodmobile will be parked at Farmers Insurance, 1802 N. Carson St., from noon to 4:30 p.m. June 6.
The Douglas Lodge No. 12 of the Free and Accepted Masons, based in Genoa, is hosting its annual blood drive from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 19.
Muscle Powered, Citizens for a Walkable and Bikable Carson City, will be showcasing videos and presenting awards for the “No Zombie Texting” Video Competition on May 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theatre. The public is invited to attend and enjoy the creative endeavors of young video artists from the community.
For more than a decade, Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties has hosted monthly breakfast meetings on the second Thursday at 9 a.m.
Members of the Supreme Court were told on Tuesday the petition to constitutionally bar sanctuary cities in Nevada is overbroad and doesn’t explain to voters what would actually happen if it passed.
The Supreme Court is now debating a death penalty case in which the issue doesn’t involve whether Scott Raymond Dozier should be executed. Dozier, 47, was sentenced to die for the murder of Jeremiah Miller whose mutilated body was found in a Las Vegas dumpster. He has been telling officials for a year he wants to die.
The Internet’s third wave is about to become a tsunami.
RENO — Carson High’s road trip on Tuesday started with the scorebook being left behind, and it got much worse once the game started.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. At 1:03 a.m., a 25-year-old Carson City woman was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery near the 1500 block of Rand Avenue. Bail was set at $3,000.
Rookie professors make higher salaries than the experienced university teachers in some cases at the Nevada System of Higher Education.
Community Sports: Lehman, Raper star in rodeo
It’s rhubarb season again! A caveat for those who might not know: rhubarb leaves are poisonous; the long, red or green stalks (stems) are the edible part, and the blossom stalks need to be removed if and when they show up.
The Greenwave swim team ran into a tough Truckee squad with the regional meet in sight.
The following are the local results for the Fallon High School Rodeo, which was held in April:
The art of quilting may be a hobby for some but for Hearts O Gold, the organization is ensuring the entire community has an opportunity to get involved.
When it comes to dinner, raise your hand if you enjoy cutting back. What if there was an easier way to mind those pesky portions? What if it were eating more, not less?
The executive director of the annual Fallon Cantaloupe Festival told Churchill County Commissioners at their regular scheduled meeting Thursday that the 2017 event was a big success due to changing weekends.
U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto recently met with a group of local Democrats to hear their concerns and share what she’s doing in Washington, D.C.
With the goal of enriching the cultural, social, and recreational life of the Fallon area, Western Nevada College is offering the following classes through its Community Education Division:
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on two proposed withdrawal actions through two notices in the Federal Register related to a proposed expansion by the Department of the Navy of the Fallon Range Training Complex (FRTC).
The Nevada Veterans Coalition is conducting its 10th mission at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery by honoring 10 veterans whose remains have been in the care of Walton’s Funeral Homes, yet remained unclaimed.
Fallon got a good glimpse of how this weekend’s regional meet will look as the Greenwave track and field team took second in both the boys and girls divisions of Saturday’s Lowry Invitational.
Based on its season and top-two finish in the Northern 3A, Fallon baseball coach Lester de Braga likes his team’s chances to win this week’s regional tournament.
After losing grip on second place with a series loss to Lowry last weekend, the Lady Wave softball team rebounded with a convincing sweep just in time for the playoffs.
Neil D’Wayne Wyatt, age 83, of Carson City, NV, passed away on May 5, 2018. Arrangements are under the care of Walton’s Chapel of the Valley, 775-882-4965
Pat Fogarty, a biotech entrepreneur and Democratic primary candidate for Congressional District 2, will be the featured speaker at Monday’s Democratic luncheon.
For the fourth year, United Federal Credit Union is collecting diapers to benefit the Women & Children’s Center of the Sierra.
Thanks to a grant from Hilton Corporation, the Carson City Chamber Board of Directors is offering Carson City residents enrolled in one of the local high schools or currently employed within the hospitality and tourism industry the opportunity to apply for three $1,165 scholarships to attend the new Truckee Meadows Community College Hospitality & Tourism Management program.
More than 100 Boy Scouts troops in the Pinenut District will gather on Friday and Saturday, May 11-12, for their annual Spring Camporee.
The Nevada Division of Forestry is accepting applications for the Community Forest and Open Space Program, a competitive grant funding initiative with $1.8 million available for a total of three proposed projects.
The Friends of the Nevada State Museum, in tribute to the upcoming 150th anniversary of the Museum’s historic Coin Press No. 1, have “minted” chocolate coins for sale at the museum’s store.
The public is invited to join the Carson City Republican Women at its upcoming meeting to hear candidates vying for Nevada state positions in the upcoming primary election.
John Harper Adams, age 83, passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home in Fallon on Sunday, May 6, 2018.
The 4A regional baseball playoffs get started today with No. 8 Carson visiting No. 1 Reno at Zunino Field.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. FRIDAY At 4:44 p.m., a 57-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of two counts of failure to appear after deputies initiated a traffic stop near the 2100 block of William Street. Bail was set at $705.
The Nevada Division of Forestry is accepting grant applications for the Community Forest and Open Space Program.
RENO, Nev. – Combined accelerated bridge construction methods were proved safe and ready for real-world application following tests using massive shake tables in the University of Nevada, Reno’s world-renowned Earthquake Engineering Laboratory.
On Monday, Carson Tahoe Medical Group, opened its renovated Oncology Clinic and welcomed new oncologist, Dr. Mridula Vinjamuri from Commonwealth Cancer Center.
Nevada’s Supreme Court is giving each side 30 minutes to argue whether the state should move forward with its first execution of a death row inmate in 11 years.
RENO — University of Nevada men’s basketball coach Eric Musselman has signed Texas A&M-Corpus Christi transfer Ehab Amin to play for the Wolf Pack next season in 2018-19. Amin is immediately eligible to play for the Pack and has one year of eligibility.
Due to a conflict of dates for the use of the Dayton Community Center, the Historical Society of Dayton Valley’s lecture scheduled for Wednesday, May 9, will now be presented on Thursday, May 10.
Cecil Belmares, age 99 , of Carson City, NV passed away on May 3, 2018. Arrangements are under the care of Walton’s Chapel of the Valley, 775-882-4965.
Constance M. Curtis, 84, died May 4, 2018 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
Beryle A. Birmingham, 71, died May 4, 2018 in Reno, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
The Carson City Natives & Newcomers will meet at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 10, at St. Paul’s Family Lutheran Church, at Highway 50 and Saliman Road, for a potluck with fried chicken provided by Peggy.
Elizabeth, aka as Betty by many of her friends, was born on September 13, 1930, to Edmond A. Humm and Dorothy R. Mockler Humm in St Louis Missouri. Her family moved to Los Angeles, California around 1932.
The Carson City Council of the United States Navy League will hold its next meeting on May 16 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino. The social hour will start at 5:30 and dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Jan Whitemore, executive director of the Carson City Literacy Volunteers, will be the featured speaker at the Leisure Hour Club’s next dinner meeting on May 16.
AAA Nevada honored Alexis Humphrey for her leadership and safety skills to prevent pedestrian injuries and fatalities.
“All About Roses in Northern Nevada,” a seminar with Greenhouse Garden Center rosarian Elona Lathrop, will be at 9 a.m. June 12 at the plant nursery on Curry Street.
Page, Arizona – Sherman Lerud, age 76, passed away April 28, 2018. He was born July 9, 1941, in Twin Valley, Minnesota to Alvin and Alice Bakken Lerud. He married Sue Hollingsworth on December 23, 1986.
Elette JoAnn Hudson, 60, of Carson City, NV. Passed away April 9, 2018 at her home. She was born July 12, 1957 in Sacramento, California.
Clarisse Austin passed away May 3, 2018 after a long battle with cancer and heart problems.
NOTE: This story has been updated to reflect 14 Carson High athletes, not 12, qualified for the Northern 4A finals.
Carson High’s softball team started Saturday a game in back of arch-rival Douglas, and walked off the field the same way after the playoff-bound teams split the season-ending doubleheader at CHS.
It was great Don Amaral coached his Douglas Tigers on Thursday in the regular-season finale against Carson. The Tigers ended their season in impressive fashion, scoring 11 times in the sixth inning to wipe out a 9-0 deficit and beat the Senators, 11-10.
Business leaders around the state believe there are many good reasons to do business in Nevada, but the state’s favorable tax structure was cited by most respondents as the top business benefit, according to the First Independent Bank Nevada Leaders in Business Survey. Conversely, the biggest challenge cited by those surveyed was quality and availability of workforce.
Click Bond, Inc. announced Brandon Perlich has joined the company as treasurer and chief financial officer effective April 9. Perlich’s background in financial leadership includes extensive experience in lean manufacturing practices, budgeting, cost accounting, pricing strategy, inventory analysis and valuation, financial planning, profitability analysis, as well as mergers and acquisitions in the transportation, energy, and aerospace industries.
More than two dozen men and women surrounded a Gardnerville pond Friday morning as they spent the spring day fly fishing.
A federal appeals court has rejected the latest petition by a Lake Tahoe art appraiser who was convicted of first degree murder for driving his truck off a mountain road, killing his wife, in Washoe County.
DAYTON — Justin Schmidt hit a two-run homer and a grand slam to lead Dayton to a 10-4 win against Fallon in a Northern 3A baseball game Friday.
Those who enjoy watching wrecks had a field day last Sunday. Not only was the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup series racing at Talladega, where the “big one” is virtually guaranteed, but the Formula One race in Baku, Azerbaijan was also a wreck-fest. Perhaps the most spectacular of the F1 mishaps was the crash between Red Bull teammates Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen when Verstappen got a bit too aggressive in blocking Ricciardo’s attempt to pass.
More commitment has equaled better performances for Carson High’s track standout Hunter Rauh.
Scrambled eggs, ham, pastries and other fare are on the menu at the Elks Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, May 13.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 1:36 a.m., a 20-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and headlights required after deputies initiated a traffic stop near the 2300 block of S. Carson Street. Bail was set at $1,625.
The Nevada State Historic Preservation Office is seeking public input about proposed changes to the Certified Local Government program, a federal certification for local governments with historic preservation programs.
Denise Claire Stoneburner, 90, of Carson City, passed away on April 9, 2018. Arrangements are entrusted to Walton’s Chapel of the Valley, 775-882-4965.
Space is limited for basket makers, painters, photographers, woodworkers and other artists to participate in the Silver State Art Festival, which is returning to Fuji Park Sept. 15-16.
Vendors are being recruited for the Dayton Barking Lot Sale, a fundraiser for the Dayton Valley Dog Park from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 19.
The Carson City Democratic Central Committee in solidarity with local Dreamers is holding a Cinco de Mayo celebration from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 6, at the Carson City Democrats Office, 502 E. John St.
The glamour of Hollywood in the 1920s is the backdrop for “Singin’ in the Rain,” often considered one of Tinseltown’s greatest musicals.
Longtime Fallon resident Virginia Armas, passed away at home on April 24, 2018. She was born in Mauston, Wisconsin on January 3, 1929.
It’s been a few months since we lost dad, but he would want nothing but bright sunshine as we remember him and all the good times.
Fallon has momentum going into the weekend after thumping Spring Creek, 15-1, Thursday at the Edward Arciniega Athletic Complex.
MINDEN — Anything can happen in a rivalry game, as the Douglas Tigers and Carson Senators showed Thursday. Once again.
RENO — Carson High’s softball team tuned up for its Saturday showdown with Douglas by routing Wooster, 18-1, Thursday.
College basketball has become a year-round sport in Northern Nevada. Whether it’s Mariah Musselman becoming Reno mayor for a day, Caleb Martin, Cody Martin and Jordan Caroline jumping into the NBA draft process, 600 fans showing up for a team fund-raiser or another transfer student joining the team, the Wolf Pack men’s basketball team has dominated the local sports headlines without even playing a game since losing to Loyola in the NCAA tournament on March 22.
GABBS, Nev. — The next time you bathe in a tub full of soothing Epsom salts, you can thank Nevada’s longest, continuously operated mine in Gabbs — the only operating magnesium carbonate mine in the country.
Only about a mile west of magnificent Lake Tahoe is another gorgeous body of water that rivals its larger neighbor when it comes to scenic beauty.
“If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will take you there.” –Lewis Carroll, as paraphrased by George Harrison
The Nevada Commission for Cultural Centers and Historic Preservation awarded $950,000 to 15 community restoration projects throughout the state, including the Fallon Theatre on Maine Street.
Watson here, and Saturday is the big day! At last, the doggone best social event of the season is here. On Saturday Bark in the Park will present a fun-filled day for dogs and their people.
A few generations ago, it was not uncommon for workers to stick with a single job for their whole careers. But for many of us today, frequent job changes are a fact of life: The average employee tenure is just over four years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. So, assuming you’re going to switch jobs a few times, you’ll want to be prepared. Here’s a checklist of things you can do to smooth these transitions and help your financial situation:
The Federal Reserve and the U.S. bond market appear to be in agreement about the direction of interest rates. For more years than anyone cares to count, investment professionals have been predicting the end of the bull market in bonds. Bond guru Bill Gross called the end of the bond bull in 2011 — and called it again in 2013.
Inge Bruggeman, director of the Black Rock Press at the University of Nevada, Reno, will have a reception and then talk about her exhibit on Saturday from 5-7 p.m. at the Oats Park Arts Center.
Prepare yourself for a jam-packed two weeks of postseason competition. This weekend marks the end of the regular season for high school sports and there’s still much at stake for both Fallon and Oasis Academy.
Joe Lane, owner of Lane & Associates, LLC, will present information on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 at the monthly Churchill Economic Development Authority Business Council breakfast Wednesday at 6:45 a.m. at the Stockman’s Steakhouse.
Mayor Ken Tedford and Banner Churchill employees will be celebrating the opening of Banner Churchill Community Hospital’s new emergency department addition, a project that’s expected to significantly reduce wait times for care and enhance patient privacy. The community is invited to the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. June 13 at the hospital, 801 E. Williams Ave.
Fallon is preparing itself for a live show featuring a night of comedy.
A deck of playing cards dictated the final makeup of the new Board of Directors for the Truckee Carson Irrigation District.
Fallon’s Sean Sweeney, dubbed the “CrossFit Cowboy,” is heading to Salt Lake City this month to compete against some of the fittest athletes in the region and, hopefully, earn a place in the Reebok CrossFit Games.
Fallon will be the first stop for second-year Nevada football coach Jay Norvell who will be traveling around both the northern and southern sections of the Silver State as part of four Wolf Pack Caravans occurring in May.
Fallon pitchers Faith Cornmesser and Hanna Hitchcock teamed up in the circle for the Lady Wave softball team Wednesday to defeat visiting Spring Creek in a make-up doubleheader at the Edward Arciniega Athletic Complex.
The 24th-annual Night of Fights featured a record 17 bouts, including eight girls events, on Friday at the Venturacci Gym. All proceeds benefit the Greenwave wrestling program.
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal will be the keynote speaker at the 50th Governor’s Dinner, which will be held July 12 at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is conducting compliance checks this weekend to make sure businesses are following liquor laws. Friday, deputies will be sending minor decoys into local businesses in Carson City that serve alcohol to attempt to purchase alcohol with their real identification.
Auditors say overall, the state EPA does a good job of testing Nevada’s water systems and ensuring drinking water is safe for state residents.
Legislative auditors charged this week that more than 5,500 elevators and boilers in Nevada were operating without required inspection certificates.
Miller Wilson Clifton passed away on the sunny Nevada morning of May 2, 2018 in Fallon. He was 87.
RENO – Former Dr. Robert G. Rand, serving a 10-year prison term for illegally supplying narcotics to a drug mill in Reno, has been hit with another penalty.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 12:47 a.m., Michael Ferguson, 29, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance warrant after deputies responded to reports of a couple arguing near Stewart and 3rd streets. Bail was set at $5,000.
Enjoy a merry evening of big-band music by the Mile High Jazz Band with vocalist Jakki Ford at Living the Good Life from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 8.
Catherine G. McGregor, 93, died May 2, 2018 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
The Fallon City Council voted against recreational marijuana sales during its regular meeting on Tuesday.
Douglas fired the first salvo, but Carson High won the war and a playoff berth.
The Carson City Classic Cinema Club will show the original film, “True Grit,” on Friday and the modern version on June 1 as part of Carson City’s Big Read event.
The baseball and softball playoffs begin next week, so that means it’s time to take a look at the current playoff systems for baseball and softball in the 4A.
Edith H. Long, age 88, of Carson City, Nevada passed away on Tuesday May 1, 2018. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home, 775-882-2644.
Don’t let lack of space stop you from enjoying a vegetable garden. David Ruf will be giving a class, “Maximize Garden Space With Square Foot Gardening,” at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 5, at the Greenhouse Garden Center in Carson City.
Tractor Supply Company in Carson City is showcasing the talents of local craft makers, artisans and growers during its spring Market Day event on May 12.
The inaugural Teddy Bear Tea on May 19 will benefit Small Blessings Preschool, an outreach of Carson City First United Methodist Church.
Gary Schmidt has been disqualified as a candidate for state Senate District 16. Schmidt filed to challenge incumbent Republican Sen. Ben Kieckhefer in the district that covers south Washoe County, North Shore at Tahoe and Carson City.
The Bureau of Land Management has proposed to remove sagebrush focal areas designed to protect the sage grouse in a draft environmental impact analysis it published, the BLM announced on Wednesday. The BLM developed the proposed changes in collaboration with California Gov. Jerry Brown and Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval, state wildlife managers and other stakeholders.
Ernestine was born February 21, 1931 in Maysville, OK to Rolin and Texie Virginia Gandy. She was born and raised in a large loving family.
Grammy award-winning artist Steve Wariner is scheduled to perform at The Red Dog Saloon, 76 N. C St. in Virginia City, on May 18.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 12:16 p.m., a 24-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of two counts of contempt of court after deputies responded to reports of a non-injury crash near Roop and Washington streets. Bail was set at $640.
John P. O’Neill, 71, a Carson City resident for the past 48 years, passed away April 28, 2018 in Carson City, NV.
The Brewery Arts Center is presenting the New Wave Crave, performing dance music from the 1980s, at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 5, in the Performance Hall.
Raphael Mitchel Howard Jr. “RM”, passed away on April 27, 2018, he was with his beloved wife of 58 years Diana M. Howard.
Gary Kenneth Currier, 71 of Dayton, passed away on April 30, 2018. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775- 888-6800.
Susan E. Hammons, 54, died April 26, 2018 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, 775-882-1766.
As a way to honor those who served in the Korean War, one woman is traveling across the country thanking veterans for their service.
Mediterranean food is on the menu in Carson City. Saffron, at 1301 N. Carson St., opened its doors last weekend. The new restaurant features all kinds of kabobs — from vegetable to chicken to koobideh made with ground beef and lamb — and appetizers including hummus, grape leaves, and tahchin, consisting of rice crust, chicken, pistachios, and barberries.
Carson High’s softball team scored eight runs in the first four innings en route to a 10-2 win over Wooster in a Northern 4A softball game Tuesday afternoon.
Well, it looks like spring will show up just in time for the early Spring Farmers Market. The early Spring Farmers Market will start on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot behind Due Sorella, at Musser and Curry streets, and will run through May 26. We will have five farmers this week selling everything from honey, eggs, bison, chicken, beef, spring greens, kale, carrots, asparagus, beets, onions, and strawberries. Bella Vita will be there selling its wonderful addictive chips and dips along with the Bakery Gallery from Yerington.
After six hours of interviewing and evaluating four candidates, the Churchill County School District Board of Trustees offered the Superintendent contract to Summer Stephens of Weston County School District of Upton, Wyo.
Northside Early Learning Center received an award from the Nevada Department of Education at its Mega Conference in Las Vegas April 20-22.
Telegraph Coffee & Taphouse at West Williams Avenue is bringing a new tradition to families on Thursday nights, as it will be the first location in Fallon to host a weekly routine of trivia.
On April 18, the Center for Disease Control announced a voluntary recall of eggs on the East Coast that were potentially contaminated with salmonella bacteria. The recall included over 200 million eggs sold in nine states under a variety of labels to grocery stores, Walmart, and restaurant distributors. The scope and nature of this recall got me thinking about the egg industry, commercial producers, and transparency.
The community had its first glimpse Monday of the five candidates running for Churchill County sheriff to succeed Ben Trotter, who decided in December to run for Justice of the Peace.
The Fallon Police Department has supplied its officers with the nasal spray version of the opioid reversing drug Narcan. According to the FPD, every patrol vehicle is now equipped with single-dose units.
The Greenwave baseball team finished last weekend with a one-game edge in the Northern 3A standings after taking its series against Lowry at the Edward Arciniega Athletic Complex.
The Fallon Swing Competition Ballroom Team went to the Gem State Classic National Championship last month in Idaho Falls, Idaho, and brought home several well earned trophies, medals and ribbons.
FERNLEY — The Nevada Veterans Coalition conducted a military service Thursday to honor seven veterans representing different branches of the military.
Coming around on the home stretch of the regular season, the Greenwave track and field team placed fourth (boys) and seventh (girls) in the Bob Shaffer Track Classic on Saturday in Truckee.
After winning the opening game of the series, the Lady Wave softball team lost the inside track to the league’s second seed after being swept by Lowry in Saturday’s doubleheader at the Edward Arciniega Athletic Complex.
The following local students are the queens to be featured in Fallon’s annual Portuguese Festa, which returns to St. Patrick’s Parish on May 19 and 20.
The Oasis Academy boys lacrosse team split Saturday’s doubleheader against Galena and Douglas in Fallon after defeating Reno on Thursday on the road.
In a low number of contested events, the Greenwave swimming team breezed past North Tahoe on Friday with the regional and state meets now in sight.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 5:12 p.m., a 20-year-old Concord, Calif., man was arrested on suspicion of petit larceny after deputies responded to reports of a man taking items from the Market Street Walmart. Bail was set at $250.
Denver Saunders at 6 p.m. today at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden. Full Blast will play at the casino at 7 p.m. Thursday and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
The Carson Valley Desert Brushes will meet at 10 a.m. May 10 at the Johnson Lane Firehouse, 1450 Stephanie Way.
A junior golf tournament for boys and girls ages 7-18 is being sponsored by the Tahoe/Douglas Elks in cooperation with the Carson Valley Golf Course.
Donations and vendors are sought for a community garage and fabric sale to benefit the Dayton Senior Center on June 23.
Lisa Ann Wetzel of Gardnerville, NV, died peacefully April 22, 2018, at 61 years old.
Carson City Ward 2 Supervisor Brad Bonkowski will hold his ongoing “Breakfast with Brad” from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 4, at the Cracker Box restaurant. All Carson City residents are invited to attend.
Our dancing angel left this world on April 28, 2018, at the age of 81. Her name is Harriet Friedman Pfrenzinger. Harriet was born June 17, 1936 in Newark, New Jersey.
A family barbecue is planned on Armed Forces Day, May 19, to honor the men and women who put their lives on the line to protect the country.
The Food Bank of Northern Nevada is asking for the community’s support on May 12 as it joins the National Association of Letter Carriers for the 26th annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive.
An inmate who went missing from the Stewart Conservation Camp in Carson City early Tuesday morning was back in custody by Tuesday afternoon.
Marjorie Trowbridge, 93, of Carson City, passed away on April 29, 2018 and is in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
The annual Fire Department Spaghetti Feed fundraiser will be held 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Wednesday at Jerry’s Restaurant.
Larry Joseph Swinburg, 82, of Silver Springs passed away on April 29, 2018. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800.
“If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will take you there.” -Lewis Carroll, as paraphrased by George Harrison.
