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City: master plan update does not change land use for downtown proposal

“The master plan update was not prepared in response to the proposed town center project, and there is no proposal to change the existing master plan land use designation for the land that comprises the town center project."

Carson Tahoe and United Healthcare working it out?

CTH is working to extend United coverage for Public Employees’ Benefits Program members through Dec. 31, said Kitty McKay, CTH vice president of patient and community experience.

Carson Tahoe Health settles for $8.9 million on pandemic loan allegations

Carson Tahoe Health System has settled with the U.S. government for approximately $8.9 million without admitting liability regarding allegedly ineligible pandemic-era loans, according to a March 24 news release from Acting U.S. Attorney Michele Beckwith.

Master plan, Panda Express wall head to planning commission

Planning commissioners will consider a resolution recommending to the Board of Supervisors adoption of the master plan update.

With firefighter bona fides (and celebrity backing) local pizza company dreams big

Nozzleman Pizza recently opened inside the Walmart in south Carson City.

Carson City in the spotlight for feature film

Nevada’s capital had a Hollywood moment Thursday afternoon. A film crew gathered at the Bank Saloon at the corner of Fifth and Carson streets to shoot for a movie, “Casa Grande.”

Homeless weigh in as supervisors OK camping ordinance

Supervisors unanimously approved the first reading of the ordinance Thursday outlining prohibitions on public sleeping and camping.

Ordinance prohibiting public sleeping, camping goes to supervisors

Thursday, Carson City supervisors will consider the first reading of a new ordinance designed to strengthen and specify existing prohibitions on sleeping and camping in unauthorized public spaces.

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.

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.

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.

Judge sets additional conditions for former public attorney charged with lewdness with child

Carson City Justice of the Peace Melanie Bruketta on Friday denied a motion to increase bail but approved additional conditions of release for a former public attorney charged with lewdness with a child under 16 years of age.

Carson City Cultural Commission to meet Monday

The Carson City Cultural Commission is meeting Monday to elect chair and vice chair of the commission and to review highlights for what has been a busy year for the advisory body tasked with overseeing public art in the capital city.

Carson City supervisors select encapsulated rubber for Centennial Park turf project

After deliberating on characteristics and costs of materials, the Carson City Board of Supervisors made their selection: encapsulated rubber. The unanimous vote Thursday was for the infill material for what will amount to an estimated $6 million endeavor to convert the four upper softball fields at Centennial Park in northeast Carson to artificial, or synthetic, turf. Supervisors previously ruled out crumb rubber from recycled tire but were more receptive to encapsulated rubber.

March storms offer hope for lagging Sierra snowpack

According to data from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, Western Nevada along the Sierra has a below-normal snowpack for this time of year. One local meteorologist is nevertheless hopeful a series of March storms will bring the region to normal.

Third protest since Jan. 20 takes place in downtown Carson City

Hundreds of protesters lined both sides of Carson Street in downtown Carson City on Tuesday denouncing the Trump administration’s policies.

Carson City supervisors to discuss artificial turf infill options, street outreach report

Walnut shells, olive pit and coconut are a few of several options the Carson City Board of Supervisors will consider as infill material for an artificial turf project at Centennial Park.

Storm to bring rain and snow to region Sunday

Idyllic spring-like conditions in Carson City on Friday will not last the weekend if the National Weather Service forecast comes to pass.

Guthrie’s now serving chicken fingers in Carson City

The Carson iteration represents the company’s first restaurant in Northern Nevada, with two more locations planned for this year, one in Silver Springs and one in Sparks.

Planning commissioners approve state adventure center

Planning commissioners unanimously approved a special use permit for the Carson City Adventure Center on land zoned public within the Nevada State Railroad Museum.

Planning commissioners to consider outdoor adventure center, master plan

A staff report says the outdoor recreation hub would be on about .25 acres of the overall railroad museum site.

3 face charges in Trump protest incident at Capitol

Carson Sheriff Ken Furlong said the three involved would receive summons to appear before a judge in Carson City Justice Court, where they will answer to the charges and could be arrested.

Supervisors to open city manager job, review top three

The board gave direction to staff, rather than a formal motion, to post the job and bring back the top three candidates to interview with the board.

Carson City supervisors move forward with city hall plans

No formal action was taken on the item, and supervisors stressed the design concepts and agreement and financing details are all preliminary.

Goni community wildfire workshop Tuesday

A community workshop is slated for 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Fire Station No. 52 located at 2400 College Parkway.

Vape shop business license suspended 10 days by supervisors

According to city officials, an employee at My Vape & Smoke Shop was arrested after allegedly advising a plain-clothes detective they had to pay cash for a meth pipe.

Carson radio station raising money to buy historic home

Since 2017, Carson City’s community radio station, KNVC 95.1 FM, has broadcast from the historic Adams House in the west side of the city.

$250 million downtown proposal includes new city hall

The proposed revitalization project would include a conference center, two “higher-end” hotels, housing, a plaza, a new city hall and parking garage.

Glenn Lucky’s still got it (but wants more visitors)

The legendary cyclist has been recovering for more than two months at Ormsby Post Acute Rehab in north Carson City.

Supes to review budget, vape shop Thursday, head to retreat Friday

The Carson City Board of Supervisors is lined up for two days of business at the end of the week.

RTC approves safe school routes contract

The update will focus on pedestrian and bicycle safety, possible improvements and student gathering spots like the library and community center.

Bagwell: Carson a puzzle put together by ‘problem-solvers’

In her annual State of the City speech on Thursday, Carson City Mayor Lori Bagwell compared running the capital city to assembling a 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle.

Joann Fabrics in Carson Mall set to close

The Reno store will remain open and employees would have the prerogative to transfer.

RTC to consider safe routes contract incorporating high school

The Regional Transportation Commission will review a $110,000 contract to update the Carson City Safe Routes to School Master Plan.

Sheriff, DA: Cooperation with feds not changed under Trump

Federal authorities made at least one arrest related to unlawful immigration in Carson City.

Supervisors augment budget to stay ahead of uncertainty

Amending the budget by $210.8 million prepares the city for uncertain economic times, according to Chief Financial Officer Sheri Russell-Benabou.

Lompa Ranch park concept OK’d by city board

Construction of a 10-acre park in the Lompa Ranch development west of I-580 is years out, according to Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space.

Anti-Trump protesters voice concerns at Capitol; dispute draws investigation

The protest was one of many around the nation linked to a movement called 50 Protests, 50 States, One Day.

Tech for new fire station, airport plans go to supervisors

Carson City’s $18.4 million Fire Station 55 and Emergency Operations Center off Butti Way is on track to be completed by summer.

Lompa Ranch park plan returns to parks commission

Developers must complete a conceptual design of the 10-acre park before the 400th residential unit in that area is finished, and must dedicate the park to the city before the 750th unit is finished.

Master Plan update slated for Planning Commission in February, supes in May

Between the two meetings, the city is planning to send postcards to property owners whose land-use designations may change under the updated plan.

Officials from 5 area counties evince can-do spirit

The annual State of the Counties hosted by the Northern Nevada Development Authority included government leaders from Storey, Douglas, Lyon and Mineral counties and Carson City.

O’Neill says he wants economic diversity for Nevada

Nevada Assemblyman P.K. O’Neill said he wants to promote Gov. Joe Lombardo's vision for the state as the Legislature convenes Feb. 3.

V&T bill pre-filed, Carson preparing for legislative priorities

The Carson City Board of Supervisors has been busy organizing priorities including a bill to study the V&T Railway Commission.

Max Casino replacing Black Bear Diner with new restaurant

Seven Grille will help elevate the property as it becomes a more “sophisticated casino,” General Manager Brett Hunn said.

Planning commissioners hold master plan work session Wednesday

Commissioners will focus on Chapter 12 of the ongoing master plan update, which entails the action plan portion of the document.

City sales tax revenue down as budgeting starts

The city’s fiscal year runs July 1 through June 30. The recent dip in C-tax follows a rise in the last fiscal year.

Carson City substance abuse center moving forward despite lawsuit

The 36-bed, 9,200-square-foot residential substance abuse treatment center would be part of a medical park south of the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center.

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