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WNC announces additions to nursing faculty

Western Nevada College’s Nursing Program added three faculty members for the 2024-25 school year.

Former Carson care facility employee arrested for elder abuse

Video footage showed Kristi Haworth physically battering an 83-year-old resident on two occasions, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office said.

Carson City Airport restaurant possible but not guaranteed

The Airport Authority is soliciting bids for a lease of 2.48 acres along College Parkway, southwest of the main parking lot.

133 animal cruelty charges leveled at Silver Springs couple

More than 70 animals were discovered on the property. One horse was euthanized due to severe injuries.

CCSD 1 of 8 selected for national jazz education program

The program was provided to all band and choir students in the school district and all Carson High juniors and eighth graders from Carson Middle and Eagle Valley Middle schools.

City transportation panel seeks $2 million in fed funding for safety

The Local Road Safety Plan details priority intersections and road segments not just in Carson City, but in western Lyon County and northern Douglas County.

State offices planned for historic children’s home site

The layout shows two three-story office buildings on either side of the property, straddling a three-story, 350-space parking garage.

Carson deputy tackles suspect in Walmart after high-speed chase

Two suspects who were passengers in the car remain outstanding, Sheriff Ken Furlong confirmed Wednesday.

Women of Distinction help challenge status quo in work, service

The Carson City Chamber of Commerce added 10 women to its list of Women of Distinction, a celebration held during Women’s History Month to recognize outstanding professionals or volunteers.

City Cultural Commission considers neon light program

Commissioner Samuel Flakus mentioned the Neon Museum in Las Vegas and said he wanted to gauge people’s interest in neon as street art, with business owners potentially participating in displays.

Sheriff's outreach team gets mental health specialist

A $90,000 grant will fund a peer recovery support specialist to assist CCSO with individuals facing a mental health crises.

Rotary Club Senior Spotlight: Carson High School’s Eleanor Romeo

Carson High's Eleanor Romeo is active in the school's Student Council and has earned a Naval Reserve Officer Training Course scholarship.

NWS: Rain, snow in Carson, ‘dangerous’ conditions in mountains

Chances of rain and snow are in Carson City’s forecast through Monday. The incoming system “will create dangerous to potentially impossible travel conditions across the Sierra Nevada.”

Transportation commission to focus on pedestrian safety projects

Commissioners will hear a discussion-only item on the College Parkway and Fairview Drive Pedestrian Safety Project.

Silent Riders’ Wes Francis to visit Leisure Hour Club

Wes Francis, as Alex Coryell, from the Virginia City Silent Riders will enhance Leisure Hour Club members’ appreciation for life during a dinner meeting Thursday, March 20.

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