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Supervisors OK $14.9 million request for Mills Park

City is seeking to fund improvements like a new connector road, new playground, dog park, splash park and parking — elements in the Mills Park Master Plan approved in March.

City, developers brainstorm affordable housing

Even the fate of the long-vacant Ormsby House downtown came up.

$14.9 million Mills Park grant request before supervisors

Supervisors approved a draft of the Mills Park Master Plan in March.

Carson City bakery looking to franchise

The owners of L.A. Bakery on North Curry Street are looking to take their business to the next level by franchising.

Amodei says he will seek re-election in 2024

Congressman talks budget and lands bill with chamber members

U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei, born and raised in Carson City, has served Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District for a dozen years.

COVID-19 cases increasing but down from last year

In July, Carson had 72 COVID-19 cases. In August, as of Tuesday, the city had 104 cases. In August 2022, there were 229 cases reported.

Vacancy in Mound House industrial area ‘exceptionally low’

A low vacancy rate in the industrial area of Mound House is a good sign for Carson City and the Dayton area, according to Mallory LaBranch.

Planning Commission holds affordable housing workshop

The workshop will be for discussion only but will explore ideas and potential code updates related to the issue.

Trailer sustains significant damage in Thursday fire

A structure fire was reported at 4:35 p.m. Thursday near Betts Street in south Carson City. The Carson City Fire Department staged on Lennox Street laying hose connected to a nearby fire hydrant as a plume of smoke rose over Washoe Tribe land immediately to the south.

Carson City brush fire quickly extinguished Thursday

The fire occurred in brush at the corner of Boyle and Shoshone streets, near the grass-laden foothills that lead up the Carson Range.

NDOW confirms bear in southeast Carson City

At least one black bear has been causing problems in a southeast Carson City neighborhood and is being blamed for the death of a goat.

West Carson mail theft exposes recurring problem

“Theft of mail isn’t the most common occurrence here in Carson City, but it does happen,” said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.

RTC OKs Jump Around Carson operator pact

Carson City’s public transit service Jump Around Carson will retain First Transit as the system’s operator.

Supervisors approve Lompa Ranch subdivision

Thursday's vote sets the stage for 204 single-family lots on a portion of the historic Lompa Ranch.

City not seeing lead pipe as inventory gets underway

The initiative comes after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency revised federal standards for lead and copper related to drinking water and plumbing.

Carson City home prices, sales increase in July

Carson City saw 55 sales of existing single-family homes, an increase of 1.9 percent from the same month last year and also a 1.9 percent increase from June.

CCSO remembers fallen deputy, warns about domestic violence

Carson City Sheriff's Deputy Carl Howell died in the line of duty eight years ago.

Supervisors to consider Lompa Ranch homes Thursday

Supervisors meet 8:30 a.m. Thursday in the community center and will consider a tentative subdivision map known as Blackstone Ranch Phase 2.

RTC considers Carson transit pact Wednesday

Commissioners will review a proposed contract with First Transit for operation of all JAC fixed-route and paratransit services for three years

Housing project in Stewart Community moving forward

The $14 million affordable housing project is the largest housing project for the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California since the early 1990s.

Carson residents head to Burning Man with homegrown art project

David and Debbie Lambin are headed to Burning Man early to set up their project, “The Octagon.”

Gardnerville resident takes on 3 Subway shops

Levi Jenkins and JT Blake run two in Carson City and one in Gardnerville.

Supervisors approve park bonds, housing plan

Improvement plans for the John D. Winters Centennial Park Complex are moving closer to reality.

Sheriff’s Night Out gathers the community

Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong said the goal of the event is to build relationships with the community outside of emergency or crime events.

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.