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Senior center dining room to reopen Thursday

The $1.4 million remodeling project started in February.

City eyes $5 million bonds for Centennial Park

Improvements could include converting upper fields to artificial turf.

Planning commissioners OK Lompa Ranch plan

Blackstone Ranch Phase 2 would create 204 single-family lots between East Robinson Street and East Fifth Street, southeast of Carson High and west of I-580.

Planning commissioners view 204-lot subdivision on Lompa Ranch

Blackstone Ranch Phase 2 would create 204 single-family residential lots on 58.52 acres within the Lompa Ranch North Specific Plan Area.

Carson Sheriff’s Night Out scheduled for Aug. 1

Sheriff’s Night Out has been a way for CCSO and a host of organizations to bond with residents.

Carson home sales and median prices up in June

The Carson City home market saw some positive trends as spring gave way to summer.

City considers new JAC transit center

Regional Transportation Commission discussed a feasibility study for a new center on North Plaza Street.

Carson sheriff arrests man in arson incident

City officials have warned residents to be cautious and safe as fuels like grass and brush dry out.

City punishes Save Mart stores: 10 days, no liquor sales

Two Save Mart stores in Carson City and the Food Maxx on Highway 50 cannot sell alcohol until July 31.

Eyes on the future: Carson City Hohl dealerships expanding

A years-long partnership between a family-run car dealership and a local building firm has led to a sizeable investment.

UPDATE: Carson City landfill fire extinguished

Carson City set a record on Sunday for summer heat as a debris fire at the Carson City Landfill continued to burn.

Supervisors eye Buzzy’s Ranch water rights, union pacts

Supervisors will consider water rights at Buzzy’s Ranch, two collective bargaining agreements and two liquor license applications at their Thursday meeting.

Wednesday night fires contained quickly, landfill closed Thursday

Two small fires that broke out Wednesday evening in east Carson City reminded first-responders — and residents — that despite a wet winter, fire season is here.

Reno author’s Holocaust novel optioned for film

Slater, 53, has published upward of 30 books, from children’s and teen titles to adult reads.

Owner: Hanifin’s antiques will close this year

The store has items from Africa, Asia, South America and Europe as well as items significant to local history.

Supervisors reject affordable housing proposal

Supervisors capped residential building permits at 765 for 2024 and 788 for 2025 after nixing a recommendation to designate some for affordable housing units.

Sheriff: No significant incidents over July 4

There were two incidents of police cars being hit. “If you’re drinking and driving, don’t run into a police car."

Henderson retires from Carson Tahoe chaplain ministry

Bruce Henderson swears that making the rounds at Carson Tahoe over the last several decades made him “light as a feather.”

Sheriff: no deaths in Carson City jail this year

The Carson City jail had 1,154 total bookings year-to-date through the end of May.

Supervisors hear affordable housing recommendation

Supervisors will consider affordable housing in the context of growth management during their Thursday meeting.

Capital to Tahoe trail grand opening July 8

The 17-mile trail runs from Carson City to the Tahoe Rim Trail, which connects to the Pacific Crest Trail.

Carson author launches website for region's writers

The only qualification is writers reside in Northern Nevada or write about Northern Nevada.

Carson's O’Neill recaps Legislature for Chamber

The Republican lawmaker, who represents Carson City, served as minority leader in the Assembly.

Carson sheriff urges residents to avoid site of concrete truck rollover

Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong urged residents Tuesday afternoon to avoid the intersection of I-580 and Highway 50 East due to traffic issues created by a rollover of a concrete truck.

City eyeing water rights for Buzzy’s Ranch

The property was purchased by the city after residents formed a coalition to save the agricultural land from development.

State funding approved for historic prison, FISH housing

In the waning days of the legislative session, significant funding was directed to two nonprofit-led projects in Carson City.

Butler Gourmet Meats marks 50 years

The 1981 Carson High graduate bought the business when he was 20 years old.

Cat sanctuary seeks help with renovations

Catmandu in east Carson City is nearing a decade of operation.

Supervisors select 2 designs for ‘I Voted’ stickers

“If we’re going to do it, it’s about Carson City voters.”

Carson home sales down but prices steady in May

Carson City saw 42 sales of existing single-family homes, a 47.5 percent drop from the same month last year.

Carson City judge rules in favor of slaughterhouse

Judge James T. Russell found the Board of Supervisors erred when reversing a planning commission decision on a proposed slaughterhouse off Highway 50.

Board creates public defender office, hires Charles Odgers

Before the appointment Thursday, supervisors approved the second reading of an ordinance establishing the office.

Carson City Library director gets raise after evaluation

Joy Holt received an above-expectations review at her annual evaluation by the Library Board of Trustees.

Carson City officials: Water monitoring missed; no known health effects

City officials say the errors were caught early and steps made to come into compliance with the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection.

Supervisors could appoint public defender Thursday

The applicant has been reprimanded by the state bar and disciplined by the Nevada Supreme Court.

Carson City charter update signed by governor

Bill enables the mayor pro tempore to assume the office of mayor for the unexpired term if the office becomes vacant.

Renovations underway at Nevada State Railroad Museum

The facility is geting nearly $2 million in renovations. Construction is expected to wrap up next spring.

Supervisors reject Andersen Ranch West project

In a packed board room, supervisors sided with the planning commission that recommended denial of Andersen Ranch West twice in less than a year.

Supervisors move forward on public defender’s office

The board voted unanimously Thursday to approve the first reading of an ordinance establishing the office.

Carson City growth managers call for affordable housing

The panel recommended supervisors use a 3 percent growth rate for building permits, with 1 percent for affordable housing.

Owners of area Sonics fined for child labor violations

Owners paid $71,182 in civil penalties for more than 170 violations of child labor laws.

Andersen Ranch West slated for supervisors meeting

The proposal for 61 residential lots west of Ormsby Boulevard has seen three public hearings since last summer.

Carson City may establish its own public defender

Thursday, Supervisors will consider a new Office of Public Defender to ensure that right for indigent defendants.

Growth Management Commission convenes Wednesday

Those tasked with monitoring growth in Carson City will meet 4 p.m. Wednesday in the community center.

Respect: Flags part of Memorial Day observance

More than 50 participants, including Boy Scout Troop 341, installed the flags at Lone Mountain Cemetery.

NHS: Carson animal shelter OK during restructuring

Greg Hall, Nevada Humane Society CEO, resigned after complaints surfaced about his leadership and the organization.

Resident concerned about changes to open burn permits

Glenn Bush, 87, said the new procedure leaves the Carson City Fire Department not knowing who is burning and where.

Retired newsman, Carson resident publishes novel

Robert Drews published “Look for Something Good” in February.

Farmers Market opens Saturday in Mills Park

This season, the market will be held in the Marv Teixeira Pavilion at Mills Park.

Wine shop set for grand opening downtown

Mayer Family Wines grand opening is set for May 25 at 408 N. Carson St.