A comedian who can be seen on the comedy Network and Showtime is headlining Carson City’s Nugget on Friday.
RENO — Carson High’s volleyball team bounced back from a loss to Damonte Ranch by sweeping Wooster, 25-17, 25-20 and 25-12 Wednesday night.
FOOTBALL Blake Plattsmier (Carson, Stetson): Went 0-for-1 and was sacked once in 41-3 loss to Drake. Colby Brown (Carson-College of Idaho): No stats reported by school, one carry for 3 yards this year.
Craig Fletcher with Mick Valentino at 6:30 p.m. today at Glen Eagles, 3700 N. Carson St. Fletcher with Terri Campillo and Rocky Tatarelli at 6:30 p.m. Friday, and with Gerry Wright and Campillo at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Glen Eagles.
One of the most impressive things about Carson High’s football team this year has been the play of its offensive line.
Statewide gaming win fell 1.4 percent in August to more than $908 million. Win also was down in the Carson Valley Area, which included valley portions of Douglas County. The 2.46 percent decline to $8.8 million was Carson’s first year-over-year decrease since November 2014.
LOS ANGELES — Prosecutors declined to charge Caitlyn Jenner on Wednesday in a California car crash that killed another driver, citing insufficient evidence to support a case.
NEW YORK — Keith Richards had a goal when he was readying the release of his first solo album in two decades: Get his Rolling Stones bandmates excited about recording their own music.
Carson City United Latino Community, 1711 N. Roop St., is hosting a free language tutor training workshop from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Friday.
Carson City Supervisors Brad Bonkowski, Karen Abowd and Jim Shirk are seeking input from their constituents about topics pertaining to Carson City.
Corey Clown will make balloon animals at Kids Day at Carson City’s Browsers Corner Book Store from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
An afternoon of equestrian demonstrations and a performance by two Friesian stallions is planned at an annual luncheon fundraiser for the nonprofit Between Horses and Humans from noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 17.
A fifth generation Northern California native is showing a body of work inspired by the Sierra Nevada at Western Nevada College’s main gallery in Carson City.
In 2010, Dave Marson and his son, Sam, became snack food innovators and set a high bar — by creating a fig bar all their own. Now Nature’s Bakery, which up to now focused on grassroots marketing, is upping its game with a NASCAR deal to sponsor Danica Patrick and it’s gotten a lot of play in the national media.
July taxable sales rose 8 percent statewide when compared to the same month of 2014 to a total of $4.33 billion. Carson City did even better, reporting a 10.2 percent increase to $79.54 million.
Molly Otto scored in the 69th minute to snap a 1-all tie and spark the Carson High girls soccer team to a 3-1 win over Wooster Tuesday night at the Jim Frank Track & Field Complex.
Faced with a new statute that mandates Nevada Highway Patrol officers begin wearing body cameras, agency officials and the Attorney General’s Office are working on regulations for not only NHP but statewide.
Cauliflower rice is a “thing” right now — “cauli-rice?” You see lots of cauliflower recipes: “mashed potato” cauliflower, cauliflower pizza crust, “bread sticks,” tortillas ... the list seems to go on.
The Carson Senators are an unhappy volleyball team these days, and losses to McQueen and Damonte Ranch are a big reason why.
Fifteen sailors from Carrier Air Wing 3 of Virginia Beach, Va., will be in Carson City on Saturday and Oct. 10 to perform volunteer work at some of its most historic sites.
Sixty-nine players participated in the Jim Regan Memorial Golf Tournament, a Churchill County sponsored event for the benefit of scholarships, held on Sept. 19 at the Fallon Golf Course.
Despite the evolution of iPads, smartphones and apps to disseminate the news in one form or another, community newspapers still hold an integral position in gathering and reporting the news.
It’s a fact: Nature moves us. What better time to celebrate that connection with the natural world than during National Wildlife Refuge Week, Oct. 11-17.
Tree leaves with their autumn hues signal that winter in the eastern Sierra Nevada lurks not too far away when cold, blustery winds will sweep over unprotected mountain peaks and valleys, and snow carpets the rugged land.
This particular Sunday morning was like many others over southern Afghanistan. Clear, blue skies characteristic of those back home in Nevada greeted both soldiers and aviators ready to begin another day of executing their missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.
A Fallon native is training to become a U.S. Marine Corps officer and is attending the rigorous Officer Candidate School in Quantico, Va..
It’s not just Nevada that has a gaggle of very bad Republicans in its Legislature. Missouri just witnessed a sellout of philosophical principle that ranks right up there with the 2015 GOP-controlled Nevada Legislature.
Unless changes are made to the state employee benefits plan, officials say the plan is going to be hit with a huge federal tax burden — a burden that’s going to double every year.
Patients with Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) have unique health care needs and challenges specific to their type of defect and can benefit greatly when their condition is managed by providers who offer expertise and ongoing support in the field of ACHD.
It’s practically impossible to turn on television without watching something to do with the candidates for the election next year. Too much is, “He said, she said.” Of course, anybody who reads my column regularly knows that this old lady is a former Democrat who is now a conservative voter.
Yogi Berra passed away last week. We lost one of the greatest baseball players of all time, a legend in his own time.
Live Tau is a testament to his longevity of serving in the military.
If you think drinking water during a workout is just about keeping your mouth from drying out as you pant your way through each set, think again. In addition to keeping you comfortable, staying hydrated is a necessary aspect of any healthy workout.
The Greenwave varsity volleyball team had what were arguably its best two matches of the season last weekend, with dual wins in their home games against Spring Creek and Elko on Friday and Saturday respectively.
Among the Greenwave teams that came away with a winning streak last week, the girls varsity soccer team won consecutive home games against Spring Creek and Elko on Friday and Saturday.
The Greenwave boys varsity soccer team wasn’t among the lucky Churchill County High School teams to come away with a winning streak in the past week, losing both of their away matches to shutouts against Spring Creek and Elko on Friday and Saturday respectively.
The Greenwave Cross Country team is continuing to make impressive strides at both the team level and with the ranking of its individuals.
Wayne Grant Newton, 60, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 24, 2015 at his residence in Fallon. Wayne was born Dec. 26, 1954 in Corpus Christie, Texas to Richard and Oleta Newton. Wayne with his wife and children had moved to Fallon in 1981
Scott Alan Dost passed away on September 22, 2015 in Fallon. He was born August 29, 1970 in Schurz, Nevada to Charlotte Dost and David Dost. He was a member of the Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe. He is survived by his mother Charlotte Dost, father David Dost, brother Andrew Dost maternal grandmother Flora Brown and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Saturday October 3, 2015 at 11AM at the Tribal Gym in
Allan was born May 30, 1935 in Chicago. Illinois, to Howard and Virginia (Lyon) Gillette. Allan had 5 siblings, Larry, Bruce, Phyllis, Douglas and Donald. He moved to California when he was 15 years old. He joined the USAF in 1952 during the Korean War. He served honorably from 1952 - 56 as an Aircraft Mechanic and 4 years inactive reserves. He was married to Carole J. Pantano from 1956 -1957.
Sen. Dean Heller, R-Nev., has joined three other senators in introducing legislation he said is going to make it easier for foreign tourists to visit the U.S.
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Nevada charter school grants potentially totaling more than $16 million over the next three years.
A Carson City man facing charges in three jurisdictions for his involvement in a burglary ring admitted guilt to his involvement in cases in Douglas County. Tracey Lock, 41, admitted to burglary with a firearm in court on Monday.
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is looking for information on an armed robbery that occurred Sunday in Fernley.
RENO (AP) — Nevada will be without one of its top defensive lineman against intrastate rival UNLV on Saturday while senior tackle Rykeem Yates serves his third suspension in three years.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 9:51 a.m., a 49-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery-first offense near Lavender Circle. Bail was set at $3,137.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. SATURDAY At 3:37 a.m., a 33-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of DUI-first offense after deputies responded to reports of a suicidal subject near Roop Street and Northridge Drive. The man allegedly told family he was trying to die from suicide by cop by threatening police with a gun. Bail was set at $3,000.
Sen. Dean Heller, R-Nv., says the “Cadillac Tax” contained in the Affordable Care Act is not only ugly and extremely unpopular but won’t generate anywhere near the money it’s supposed to.
In the wake of a three-day summit last week, the governor’s Drought Forum met Monday to set its agenda for the rest of the year.
Doug entered the earth January 24, 1946 and left us on July 30 2015. Born in Dunsmuir, California to Allen and Margaret (Albonico) Henry, he enjoyed a mountain childhood in Weed and Yreka, CA. After college, he joined the Air Force where he worked with computers.
Tree leaves with their autumn hues signal that winter in the eastern Sierra Nevada lurks not too far away when cold, blustery winds will sweep over unprotected mountain peaks and valleys, and snow carpets the rugged land.
Unless changes are made to the state employee benefits plan, officials say the plan is going to be hit with a huge federal tax burden — a burden that’s going to double every year.
Carson High’s boys soccer team remained unbeaten with a 4-1 Sierra League win over Damonte Ranch Saturday afternoon at the Jim Frank Track & Field Complex.
When we last chronicled the exploits of former Carson High swimmer Barbara Perkins, she had just won a big race in New Orleans, and was headed toward a World Championship event overseas.
Gov. Brian Sandoval has named his former legal counsel to the vacant spot on the Nevada Athletic Commission. Michon Martin will replace Bill Brady, serving out his term ending October 31, 2016.
Carson High got two players — tight end/defensive end Ian Schulz and wingback/linebacker Tyler Huling — back from the injury list on Friday.
Carson High has been blessed to have some sensational sophomore running backs — Joey Thurman, Dylan Sawyers and Colby Brown — in recent years. Add Abel Carter to that list.
TRUCKEE — The Dayton volleyball team ran into “a solid six players” as Dayton coach Monica Halverson put it and ended up losing in three straight games to Truckee 22-25, 17-25, 13-25 on Friday.
Robert Miller added another one to the win column last Saturday at Fernley 95A Speedway, working his way from a 12th starting position to the lead and holding it to the checker.
DAYTON — Fallon continued its march through Division 1A play and handed Dayton yet another shutout loss, 52-0, in the Dust Devils Homecoming football game Friday.
MINDEN — Quarterback Matt Denn ran 51 yards for a touchdown on Reed’s first play from scrimmage and then threw a 41-yard touchdown pass on the second play to put the Raiders on track to a 67-20 win over Douglas on Friday night.
From the first snap until the game was well in hand, Carson middle linebacker Justin Tschetter made his presence felt Friday night.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 2:12 p.m., a 27-year-old Carson City woman was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery near Roop Street and Randall Drive. Bail was set at $3,000.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning...The more things change around the Nevada Wolf Pack football program, well, stop me if you’ve heard this one before.
Carson High’s hopes of sweeping its High Desert counterparts ended Thursday night in unimpressive fashion.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 11:52 a.m., Gerald Slavens, 53, of Reno, was arrested on suspicion of felony fugitive from justice after deputies responded to reports of a pan handler near Spooner Junction and S. Carson Street. No bail was set.
Brian Polian is going back home this weekend.
FERNLEY — Brady Heusser finished in third place in 19:22 to lead the Dayton boys cross country team to a second-place finish at the weekly 1A meet.
After being ambulanced to a hospital during the season opener last month, Dayton running back Jason Sandborn faced the prospect of an uncommon surgical procedure at UC Davis.
A few tickets remain for the performance by the Americana band, The Leftover Cuties, who will perform in the Barkley Theatre at the Oats Park Art Center tomorrow night.
Nevada’s statewide unemployment rate finished August at 6.8 percent — steady in the seasonally adjusted numbers but down a tenth in the raw count.
Deceuninck North America broke new ground in the fenestration industry with its first western manufacturing facility.
Depending on further tests, the body of a Fallon man found Wednesday may be that of 50-year-old Timothy Gerald Watson.
Presidential elections, Coachella and extreme green and white Are you ready for a creative Homecoming week?
One of the most fascinating stories to come out of Eastern Nevada is the true tale of Robert G. Schofield’s paintings.
The 12th annual Fastest Gun Alive — World Championship of Cowboy Fast Draw is being held again in Northern Nevada the first weekend in October.
It is the mark of optimistic and perceptive coaching to recognize the good aspects of a loss. That wisdom is clear and present in the new Fallon boys soccer coach Miguel Ordunas after the Wave lost 4-0 to Sparks in their home match on Wednesday.
Gov. Brian Sandoval’s three-day Drought Summit concluded Wednesday afternoon with facilitator Lewis Michaelson advising all the various interests in attendance they must collaborate to find hard solutions to the issues, conflicts and questions raised.
The Greenwave varsity football team is at 3-1 overall and 3-0 in league play since their 28-6 victory over South Tahoe on Friday. Today the Wave will be squaring off at an away game against Dayton at 7 p.m. to see if they can keep their momentum.
Brian Polian is going back home this weekend. “I have a very warm place in my heart for Buffalo,” the Nevada Wolf Pack head football coach said this week.
Two motorcycle accidents blocked traffic on Highway 395 south of Carson City Wednesday afternoon, according to Nevada Highway Patrol.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 11 p.m., a 41-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery near the 1100 block of Nevada Street. Bail was set at $3,000.
Simply put, Carson High sophomore Isabella Wakeling is tearing it up.
Carson High’s shutout streak came to end Wednesday night, but the Senators still cruised to their sixth consecutive boys soccer victory.
Jace Keema is playing the waiting game, and being productive while doing it.
As the days grow short, the Mile High Jazz Band is preparing “Autumn Jazz,” a program of big-band music with vocalists Jakki Ford and June Joplin, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, at Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson St.
A bluegrass band whose mission is to reinvent old-world music for modern audiences is visiting Carson City’s Brewery Art Center on Saturday.
A Reno man was arrested Monday morning in Storey County on a charge of open murder of a Reno teenager. Authorities say at 4 a.m., Storey County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a possible intoxicated driver coming into Virginia City, but when officers tried to stop the vehicle the driver, identified as 19-year-old Elijah Henderson of Reno, allegedly crashed the vehicle on Six-Mile Canyon Road. Henderson was arrested and taken into custody.
FOOTBALL Blake Plattsmier (Carson, Stetson): No game last week.
Craig Fletcher will perform with Mick Valentino at 6:30 p.m. today at Glen Eagles, 3700 N. Carson St. Fletcher will perform with Terri Campillo and Rocky Tatarelli at 6:30 p.m. Friday, and with Gerry Wright and Campillo at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Glen Eagles.
With children heading back to school soon, parents’ to-do lists keep getting longer – shopping for clothes, shoes and supplies, going to the doctor for yearly physicals or checkups, and making appointments at the dentist, among other things. What is easily forgotten or put off is a yearly eye exam.
BOSTON — Students with less than 20 minutes to eat school lunches consume significantly less of their entrées, milk, and vegetables than those who aren’t as rushed, according to a new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
The Churchill Community Coalition, New Frontier Treatment Center and other community organizations combined their efforts on Saturday for the annual Fallon Family Day, a special event that brings awareness on individuals who go through recovery because of substance abuse.
The Fallon Theatres has recently undergone major renovation and will continue to see upgrades to restore the interior to its former glory with modern amenities.
A new veterans’ center opened Monday on the Western Nevada College to serve 24 students currently enrolled on the Fallon campus and to work with those servicemen and women who are planning to begin their education in the near future.
Calling the greater sage grouse “the pulse” of the West’s sage ecosystem, Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewel announced this morning that the bird does not require federal protection.
Transferring cross country is tough, especially if it’s your senior year of high school. You never know how you’re going to fit in socially, academically or athletically.
Three Carson City businesses failed their alcohol sale to minors compliance checks this weekend during a Carson City Sheriff’s Office undercover operation. The failed businesses were: Shell South Gas Station on S. Carson Street, Rand Convenience Store and Liquor on E. Williams Street and Golden Gate Petroleum on Highway 50.
RENO — Carson High’s volleyball team improved to 5-0 with an easy 25-17, 25-9 and 25-20 win over North Valleys in a Division I crossover match Tuesday nght.
SPARKS — Police stormed a Nevada apartment after a standoff and found a Nevada couple who appeared as ghost hunters in the reality television show “Ghost Adventures.”
Nevada’s statewide unemployment rate finished August at 6.8 percent — steady in the seasonally adjusted numbers but down a tenth in the raw count. Carson City’s rate remains higher than the state average but did come down from 7.2 percent in July to 7.1 percent in August. That’s seven tenths lower than a year ago with just 1,800 estimated as still looking for work in the capital
State and local water rules need revising in order to deal with Nevada’s water scarcity. That was the consensus of water authorities and providers who spoke on a panel Tuesday during the second day of the Governor’s Drought Summit. The three-day summit was convened by Gov. Brian Sandoval to examine and find ways to cope with the state’s ongoing drought.
The Greenwave varsity football team handed South Tahoe its fourth loss of the season Friday with a victory over the Vikings 28-6.
The best way to stay healthy is to live a healthy lifestyle. You can live a healthy lifestyle and prevent disease by exercising, eating well, keeping a healthy weight and not smoking.
E-cigs (electronic cigarettes) employ a mechanism to heat up liquid nicotine, which turns into a vapor that smokers inhale and exhale, a process known as “vaping.” While E-cigs do not contain tobacco, they do contain nicotine, which is harmful to the body and is associated with toxicity and addition.
Saturday’s Color Blast 5k run/walk attracted 219 individuals. NAS Fallon received the largest team award. The costume contest results were first place, Sean Sweeney; second place, Ellie Gehman; and third place Victor Rios.
Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet (PACFLT), Adm. Scott Swift and Fleet Master Chief Susan Whitman visited Naval Air Station Fallon (NASF) last week.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 2:18 a.m., a 26-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of DUI-first offense and failure to maintain a lane after deputies initiated a traffic stop at the William Street Jack in the Box. Bail was set at $1,050
The Nevada Supreme Court has overturned the state engineer’s decision to grant the Mount Hope Mine in Eureka more than 11,000 acre feet of water saying the planned pumping would damage existing senior water rights in the area.
TAHOE-TRUCKEE, Calif. — I don’t mind if someone is a better cook than me. I really don’t. Take, for instance, Peter Ganaire (France), Alan Ducasse (Monaco) and Seiji Yamamoto (Japan). They are all great “chefs” and probably cook better than me, but I don’t care, because they live far, far away.
Nevada’s resorts and recreation industries say they work hard to conserve water and more cuts are increasingly difficult to find.
As a way to honor fallen Carson City deputy Carl Howell and to support all Northern Nevada law enforcement, a Bikes for Badges motorcycle run will be held in Carson and Reno,
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City FRIDAY At 12:58 a.m., Charles Rodriguez-Miller, 19, of the Washoe Reservation was arrested on suspicion of felony vehicle burglary and minor consuming alcohol after deputies responded to reports of a vehicle burglary near the 700 block of Elm Street. Bail was set at $25,000.
This poem is on the Statue of Liberty, which stands in New York Harbor welcoming people from all over the world. From our earliest days, America was a land where people came for a fresh start.
A couple of years before I got into politics full time, I got into the passenger seat of a high-speed sports car that barreled down a 90-mile stretch of a lonely Nevada highway pushing 200 miles per hour. It was 1991 and I had been hired by Phil Henry to videotape the Nevada Open Road Race — the only legal street race in the United States.
Chief military officials of the Kingdom of Tonga, Nevada’s nation partner under the National Guard Bureau’s State Partnership Program, and senior officials from Papua New Guinea and Nauru recently met with Gov. Brian Sandoval, Nevada Adjutant General, Brig. Gen. Bill Burks, and other state and military officials at the Capitol Building in Carson City.
What was formerly known as Rising Sun Gallery is now “Friends of The Arts Center.” When I received their brochure showing what the new title meant, I was amazed. The center will hold classes, workshops, theatre and special events. It will still be displaying the artwork many talented artists, including many locals.
RENO — The National Guard Association of the United States bestowed several awards to prominent Nevadans at the organization’s 137th national conference in Nashville, Tenn. earlier this week. All were nominated by the Nevada chapter of NGAUS.
Our area is not immune to emergency disasters. From the Fernley Flood of 2008 to the 2004 Waterfall Fire near Carson City, we know firsthand how emergencies can impact our families, friends and neighbors. This September, as we celebrate National Preparedness Month, we focus on improving communication. The theme is Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make your emergency plan today.
The Greenwave girls soccer team is making slow but steady strides toward coming together after a scorless tie in their home match against South Tahoe on Sept. 19.
The Greenwave varsity volleyball team showed signs of improvement in their home match against South Tahoe, with a 3-1 victory. The Lady Wave is currently at 7-8 overall and 1-2 in the league, while the Vikings are at 3-2 overall and 2-1 in the league.
From his storied newspaper career to his role as a teacher, mentor, colleague and friend, Warren Lerude sets a standard every Nevada Sagebrush staff member should strive to achieve.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred Saturday at the Harbor Freight Tools on North Carson Street.
RENO — Federal agencies deciding how to deploy firefighters during one of the West’s worst wildfire seasons are considering a new factor in their deliberations: an imperiled bird that inhabits a vast stretch of sagebrush from California to the Dakotas.
TRUCKEE — The Dayton football team fell to 0-3 in Division I-A play with a 52-0 loss at Truckee on Saturday.
RENO — The streak is still alive.
We’re only two weeks into the soccer and volleyball seasons, and already there’s a trend developing.
DAYTON — In its first tough league match of the year with the outcome on the line, the Dayton volleyball team showed it could come through in the clutch.
Brian Polian told his Nevada Wolf Pack players all about Kyle Field this week.
SPARKS — Carson High showed its quick-strike ability on Friday night.
Time is running out to catch live local racing. Fernley 95A Speedway’s next-to-last points race of the season will take place at the 3/8-mile oval tonight, with action beginning at 6 p.m.
SPARKS — Eddie Duarte always wanted to play tight end, and Friday night he got his chance.
SPARKS — Carson High’s offensive line has been a strength of the team the entire season, and it came up with another solid performance Friday night.
RENO — Shayne Davis rushed for 163 yards and four touchdowns then broke up three straight passes near the goal line inside the final 10 seconds as Hug held on for a 40-35 win against Douglas on Friday night.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 6:43 p.m., Kaymym Roach, 22, a transient, was arrested on suspicion of felony fugitive from justice, violation of protection order and possession of marijuana after deputies responded to reports of a verbal domestic at the Highway 50 Gold Dust West Hotel. Bail was set at $1,600.
DAYTON — It’s not easy finding positives on a team outscored 154-0 in its first three games of the season.
A convicted armed robber implicated in last winter’s Pillowcase burglaries is scheduled to be arraigned after entering a plea deal in the case. Tracey Lee Lock, 41, waived his preliminary hearing in East Fork Justice Court on Wednesday, according to defense attorney Derrick Lopez.
Rowan Brothers return to perform Sept. 24 on the Veranda at Cafe at Adele’s in what is becoming something of an annual tradition. The music starts at 6 p.m.
RENO — Despite missing three starters, Carson High’s volleyball team rolled to a 25-22, 25-9 and 25-12 win over Hug Thursday night in a Division I crossover match.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... Brian Polian had a complete meltdown during last Saturday’s 44-20 loss to Arizona at Mackay Stadium.
One of the great talking points for liberals is raising the minimum wage. Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders and others strongly support raising the minimum wage. Unfortunately, all they are really doing is exposing their economic ignorance.
September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month.
The potential to develop new businesses along the Union Pacific rail line from Hazen to Fallon has the Churchill Economic Development Authority buzzing.
Pee wee 0-5 age Payslee Rae Starr (Fallon) All around champion
The Wolf Pack is expecting to play in front of its biggest crowd in school history on Saturday (9 a.m.) when it takes on the Texas A&M Aggies at College Station, Tex., in front of an expected crowd of over 100,000 fans at Kyle Field. The largest crowd the Pack has played in front of has been 84,078 at Nebraska in 2007. The Pack also played in front of 80,795 at Notre Dame in 2009.
We live in a litigious society, and as a certified human resources professional, I value the attention paid to the time-consuming interview and selection process that can result in the hiring of an excellent employee. But not all employees make the grade and even with “employment-at-will” at our disposal, they may often revert to caustic and protracted measures to challenge supervisory comments, documented performance issues, written warnings and termination notices.
Editor’s note: Assistant Controller Geoffrey Lawrence co-wrote this column. Geoff’s favorite shoes are flip-flops. For Ron, it’s penny loafers or running shoes.
If you’re a small-business owner, you’ve always got a lot to do: marketing your products or services, hiring employees, paying your bills, coping with competition – the list goes one and on. But there’s one task you may be overlooking: establishing your own retirement plan. And that’s not something you want to ignore – because, one day, you may want to trade in the title of “business owner” for that of “retiree.”
Having tipped the scales against Wooster Sept. 11 with a 55-7 victory, the Greenwave football team will attempt to stay on the winning side of a 2-1 record when they face off against South Tahoe.
The Fallon City Council approved at its Tuesday night meeting to award a contract to Intermountain Slurry Seal, Inc., for resurfacing various streets within the city.
The first 2015-2016 concert in the Barkley Theatre at the Art Center will feature the L.A.-based Americana band, The Leftover Cuties, on Sept. 26.
I have a confession to make. I am the biggest coward in the world when it comes to scary movies. My grandson laughs at me because I’m such a chicken. That said, he talked me into watching The “Sixth Sense” with him. It’s an old movie and probably not too scary, but for weeks afterwards I checked under my bed, behind the door and in the closet. I don’t know what I was checking for, but in the movie the kid saw dead people.
Carson Valley has always been one of Nevada’s special places. Intersected by the Emigrant Trail — the route that many early pioneers used to travel to California — the lush, green valley was among the earliest places settled in the state.
A Fallon woman will spend one year in county jail for an assault on a police officer.
Good sportsmanship is taught at the youngest level with an emphasis that should be carried through all levels. Brian Polian, while passionate, young and energetic — is like a dormant volcano, waiting to explode.
The Lady Wave varsity soccer team had hurdles to jump before league play had even begun, according to coach Kelly Spicer ,who went into detail about the various injuries some of the girls have sustained and how the team has pressed on since.
Although the Greenwave girls golf team may be behind as a whole based on the current ranking of its individual members, one of the players may make it to the top five as an individual.
The Churchill County Greenwave tennis team is still finding its rhythm after a 13-5 loss against South Tahoe on Tuesday.
Churchill Community Coalition, Churchill County School District and other community-based organizations continue to work on efforts to reduce the suicide statistics. During the second half of the 2014-2015 school year, Churchill County Middle School mourned the tragic loss of a student. The district’s employees then sprung into action by providing students and teachers with grief counseling and other needed assistance.
The Churchill County Commissioners discussed at their Wednesday meeting the possibility of delaying payments for connection and impact fees associated with building permits.
RENO — At Nevada Field Day on Sept. 26, visitors will be treated to a variety of free activities and giveaways, even some tasty food samples. As part of this year’s activities, which focus on “Innovation for a Sustainable Future,” local Restaurateur/Chef Mark Estee will be demonstrating how to cook at home with healthy, local food.
King Percy B. Kinney and Queen Hattie Ferguson. Percy B. Kinney was chosen Alfalfa King in the spirited contest for Alfalfa King. Miss Hattie Ferguson was elected Dairy Queen. The feeling between the two leaders for Dairy Queen, Miss Cora Cahill and Miss Hattie Ferguson, was so cordial and happy that the committee decided to confer honor upon Miss Cahill by making her Maid of Honor to the queen.
Churchill County Senior Center 310 E. Court St. Fallon, NV 89406 775-423-7096
Saturday is one of many days where local organizations come together to help others. The Churchill Community Coalition, in partnership with New Frontier Treatment Center, is hosting its annual Fallon Family Fun Day and 5K Color Blast walk/run at Venturacci Park in support of national Recovery Month.
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Kentucky, said Thursday he thinks his call for smaller and less intrusive federal government that returns most powers to the states is beginning to resonate with voters.
Motorists traveling in the North Tahoe/Truckee region will need to exercise patience and plan ahead when Ironman takes to the streets this weekend. On Sunday, Sept. 20, drivers will share the road with roughly 2,500 athletes as they simultaneously compete in either the half or full Ironman Lake Tahoe triathlon throughout the region — all while thousands supporters and spectators watch on from roadsides.
Rides and tours of the EAA B-17 Aluminum Overcast will be offered Sept. 22 when the aircraft will visit the Carson City Airport.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 11:30 a.m., Che Brower, 23, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia after deputies responded to reports of a possible drug overdose near the 1000 block of Liberty Court. Brower was transported to Carson-Tahoe Medical Center, where he tried to escape and led deputies in a foot pursuit before he was apprehended. Bail was set at $3,500.
The Nevada Department of Transportation board has approved a project to repave the I-580/U.S. 395 freeway through Washoe Valley.
Freshman Jill Beglin shot 89 to lead Carson to a fourth-place finish at the weekly Sierra League girls golf tournament held Wednesday at Genoa Lake’s Resort Course.
Jacob Drahos is the epitome of hard work. Nobody in the Carson High football program has put more effort toward the game over the last three years.
RENO — The Carson High boys soccer team knocked on the proverbial door for the first 40 minutes Wednesday night, and in the second half it finally kicked it in.
Craig Fletcher will perform with Mick Valentino at 6:30 p.m. today at Glen Eagles, 3700 N. Carson St. Fletcher will perform with Terri Campillo and Rocky Tatarelli at 6:30 p.m. Friday, and with Gerry Wright and Campillo at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Glen Eagles.
The first 50 families with children to attend Saturday’s fundraiser being held by the Will James Society for the Carson Valley will receive a free illustrated copy of the author’s Newbery Award-winning book, “Smoky the Cowhorse.”
The Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California has been awarded two grants totaling $1.37 million. The tribe will receive $1 million for a corrections program and $372,123 for a tribal youth program. Both programs are focused on public safety issues.
FOOTBALL Asa Carter (Carson, Southwest Baptist): Went 11-for-20 passing for 88 yards and had a rushing TD in 57-14 loss to Mercer.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is offering a $5,000 reward for information on a suspect involved in death threats against a Carson City judge. The Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with the Nevada Department of Public Safety Investigation Division, has been investigating multiple incidents of attempted violence against Carson City Judge John Tatro. Tatro received a written threat last December, when a Christmas card was addressed to the Tatro home with the words “You Will Die” inside.
Shaylin Segura won two matches in singles and Emily McCaskill and Amanda Schulz swept in doubles to lead the Carson High girls tennis team to a 12-6 win over Reed Tuesday at CHS.
When Carson High visits Spanish Springs Friday night in a nonleague football game, the Senators are going to have a little extra incentive.
The conservative activists seeking to have voters block the tax hikes approved by the 2015 Legislature want the legal case challenging their petition moved to federal court.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 7:53 p.m., Chelsea Cribbins, 25, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony burglary, felony fraudulent use of a credit card, conspiracy to use a credit card, conspiracy to obtain money under false pretenses, obtaining money under false pretenses and possession of stolen property after deputies discovered Cribbins was involved in selling jewelry and buying items with stolen materials taken during a residential burglary on Aug. 23. A second person, Carlos Conteras, was arrested Monday for the same crime. Bail for Cribbins was set at $52,000.
Every year when the end of summer rolls around and the 3rd & Curry St. Farmers Market is ending, it seems everyone wants the market to continue for just a little bit longer. But the reality is, with the early spring market and this market, we have been going for 20 weeks.
The National Association of Manufacturers is running a major television ad campaign that charges proposed EPA rules reducing allowable ozone in the air are punishing businesses including those in Nevada for pollution coming from China.
Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske told Carson Rotary members on Tuesday the 2016 elections are critical and her office’s challenge is to make sure they run smoothly and fairly.
SPARKS — Carson High had to work a lot harder than expected for its third straight volleyball win.
David Torres was sentenced to 19-48 months in prison for assault on a peace officer in Carson City District Court Tuesday morning. Torres was arrested May 24 after deputies responded to reports of a man threatening to throw his infant into a swimming pool near the 400 block of Saliman Road. Upon the arrival of deputies, Torres threw a bicycle at two officers before leading deputies on a foot pursuit across 5th Street where he was cornered in the Juvenile Detention grounds and threatened officers by pretending he had a gun in his waistband and yelling “bang” as he pretended to pull it out. One deputy, injured during the incident, was placed on medical leave for a year.
It’s been drilled into us since we were kids. That this is a nation of laws. And the supreme law of the land is the United States Constitution.
Western Nevada College named 50 students to its summer 2015 dean’s list, which included student who completed at least six units during the semester with a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher. Students achieving the honor include:
The second County Commission meeting of September will be conducted today at 1:15 p.m. at the Churchill County Administration Building chambers, 155 N. Taylor St.
The Churchill County School Board of Trustees agreed at their Thursday night meeting to have a committee look into possible grants for an athletic trainer.
Being intelligent doesn’t necessarily mean the lights are on when politicians begin to float ideas to their closest friends or to their constituents.
The Tenth Judicial District Court issued the following divorces during August 2015. Reynald Joy E. Banez and Fiangesca A. Banez
One of my granddaughters was offered a job as the manager of a very famous burger restaurant. The only problem was that she lived in California, and the job was in a small town in Texas. So it was off to the new location, husband, son and daughter in tow.
The other night I got a telephone call from someone who identified himself as an employee of Windows. He informed me that there was a major hacking threat to my computer and said Windows would take care of it.
Cade Vercellotti had a good feeling just seconds into his team’s road clash with Wooster on Friday.
Fallon Mayor Ken Tedford is very passionate about Sept. 11 and what it symbolizes.
The recent smoke floating into the Lahontan Valley because of two major fires in California has not hampered daily activities like a similar situation in 2013.
RENO (Nevada Athletics) — University of Nevada head men’s basketball coach Eric Musselman announced the remainder of the Wolf Pack’s 2015-16 nonconference schedule today. The Wolf Pack will play 12 nonconference games this season with five coming at home. There are 16 homes games which includes two exhibition games and nine Mountain West contests.
Brian Polian wasn’t surprised his Nevada Wolf Pack lost to the Arizona Wildcats on Saturday at Mackay Stadium.
Earlier in the week, Fallon coach Patty Daum acknowledged Lowry as one of the teams to beat in the Northern Division 1-A, knowing that a win for their first home match wouldn’t be easy.
Lahontan Elementary School took part in a Patriots Day ceremony on Friday to remember and honor those who died in the 9/11 attacks 14 years ago.
Not only can noise distract, disturb and interfere with communication and sleep, it can affect your performance, behavior and hearing.
The Fallon cross country team made a good showing at the Twilight Classic on Sept. 4 at Shadow Mountain.
The varsity boys’ soccer team has suffered three consecutive losses, but coach Miguel Orduna insists that this is still a team with the potential to win.
Thirty-seven of the Nevada Department of Public Safety’s newest law enforcement officers graduated from the Nevada Department of Public Safety’s Training Division in Carson City.
Making good on the everybody’s anticipations including his own, junior Cade Vercellotti is turning out to be one of the Greenwave’s varsity football’s great hopefuls by earning KOLO-TV’s “Stud of the Week” award for his outstanding performance in the Wave’s 55-7 victory over Wooster Friday.
RENO — Lukas McKenzie bolted 57 yards for a touchdown on the first play from scrimmage Friday night to put the Reno Huskies on track to a 46-7 victory at home against Douglas.
Blaine Soukup admitted he had butterflies Friday night.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 4:26 a.m., a Fernley man was arrested on suspicion of basic speed 11-15 over and no valid driver’s license after deputies initiated a traffic stop near the Carson Street McDonald’s. Bail was set at $150.
Last member of major meth trafficking ring was sentenced in Carson City District Court Monday. Tawnee Johnson, along with six other people, were arrested when Tri-Net Narcotics Task Force raided a house in the 3500 block of Desatoya Drive in early March. Authorities seized nearly 11 ounces of methamphetamine with a street value of more than $30,000.
Tom Skancke, a Southern Nevada member of the Nevada Department of Transportation board, says the state is being cheated by the way federal Highway Fund money is allocated.
As the warmer weather starts to fade, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office is focusing on watching for more motorists on the road who may choose to drink and ride. In a press release, the Sheriff’s Office said it will see a lot of people in Northern Nevada riding their motorcycles now before the weather gets cooler, and wants to remind riders to not drink and ride.
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Kentucky, will visit Carson City Thursday morning, the day following the second Republican presidential debates.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City FRIDAY At 4:55 a.m., James White, 23, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance after deputies responded to reports of a domestic disturbance near the 1400 block of Carson Street. At the same incident a juvenile also was arrested. Bail for White was set at $2,500.
Shoshin Ryu Yudanshakai, S
Daniel Fenstemacher, 55, was identified Friday as the man shot and killed during an alleged domestic disturbance in the Mark Twain area. The Storey County Sheriff’s Office arrested William Thomas Lyle, 66, for his alleged involvement in the shooting death of Fenstemacher, who lived at the residence where the shooting occurred.
DAYTON — Dayton won’t get a lot of style points, but the Dust Devils will gladly take the win.
The Storey County Sheriff’s Office arrested William Thomas Lyle, 66, for his alleged involvement in the shooting death of another man. Storey law enforcement responded at 6:25 p.m. Wednesday to the Mark Twain area on reports of a family dispute.
RENO — Brian Polian wasn’t surprised his Nevada Wolf Pack lost to the Arizona Wildcats on Saturday at Mackay Stadium.
Real football is finally here.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 9:00 p.m., Brian Rookey, 56, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony DUI-fourth offense after deputies initiated a consensual stop near 2nd and Harbin streets. Bail was set at $20,000.
RENO — Carson High’s girls tennis team dropped a 35-34 double-overtime thriller to Galena Thursday afternoon.
A Carson City woman was seriously injured when a Lyon County man hit the vehicle she was traveling in head-on at 11:51 p.m. Friday night, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol. The accident occurred on Highway 50, approximately six miles east of Carson City.
The Nevada Wolf Pack football team wants you to believe a game against the Arizona Wildcats of the Pac-12 Conference is really not all that different from a game against the UC Davis Aggies of the Big Sky Conference.
After coming off the bench all of last season, Jacob Drahos is making the most of his time at defensive end.
Carson High’s running game is clicking on all cylinders, and that’s bad news for the remaining teams on the Senators’ schedule.
Fernley 95A Speedway held the 13th points race of the season at the 3/8 mile clay oval last Saturday, and Carson City’s Danielle Paine took her first heat race victory in the SS4 division.
This time there was no letdown.
The Dayton football team won’t catch any breaks following its rough, injury-riddled start this season.
The head of Nevada’s Veterans Services Department told the Board of Examiners Tuesday the VA has now ruled Nevada qualified for the full $33.5 million in federal funding to build a Northern Nevada Veterans Home.
Eddie Duarte played judge and jury earlier this week. He convicted himself of sub-par play.
Craig Fletcher will perform with Mick Valentino at 6:30 p.m. today at Glen Eagles, 3700 N. Carson St. Fletcher will perform with Terri Campillo and Rocky Tatarelli at 6:30 p.m. Friday, and with Gerry Wright and Campillo at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Glen Eagles.
Two members of the Nevada Legislature have now endorsed Marco Rubio for president. Sen. Ben Kieckhefer, R-Reno, whose district includes Carson City, made his endorsement official Thursday saying “Rubio has outlined a clear vision for America that’s focused on our people and providing the opportunity for them to achieve the American Dream.”
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 5:24 p.m., a 29-year-old Mound House man was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery at the Butti Way Public Works. Bail was set at $3,000.
In recent months, stocks have fallen sharply from their record highs, with one-day drops that can rightfully be called “dizzying.” As an investor, what are you to make of this volatility?
What a great weekend for our Cantaloupe Festival. With the glorious blue skies, and crisp temperatures autumn was in the air. My husband and I took Watson out to the fairgrounds Saturday morning for the dog contest. It was great to see several graduates of our CAPS shelter waiting to enter. Pauline, who is Watson’s favorite person from CAPS, was taking entries.
CEDA BREAKFAST The Churchill Economic Development Authority’s Business Council meeting is Wednesday at 6:45 a.m. at the Stockman’s.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . Stop worrying about Tyler Stewart.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . Stop worrying about Tyler Stewart. Yes, the Nevada Wolf Pack is sort of running a Stewart Quarterback School this year. But the Pack has much bigger concerns this season than its new starting quarterback.
On a wintry day at Bagram Air Field in northwestern Afghanistan about 30 miles from the capital city of Kabul, Spc. Jason Disney Sr. began the day like those before.
The Sparta Athletic Training Center (ATC), which recently opened on 235 E. Williams Ave., is having a grand opening Saturday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony beginning at 7:45 a.m. with Mayor Ken Tedford in attendance.
RENO — University of Nevada Cooperative Extension invites Nevada students to showcase their artistic talents and promote radon awareness by entering the Nevada Radon Poster Contest.
Tawni Shuler, the artist from Wyoming whose amazing show of collages and drawings — “How To Be Idle” — is currently on view in the E.L. Wiegand Gallery at the Art Center, will be in Fallon tomorrow to give a talk on her work.
As the season continues, Greenwave football is on the fence at 1-1 and football coach Brooke Hill is looking to tip the scales against Wooster tonight at 7 p.m. in Reno.
Churchill County High School student Gracie Lawton is one of many seniors who talked to representatives of nonprofit organizations, inquiring about available volunteer opportunities for the next two months.
Lambeau Field. London. Staying healthy. It doesn’t get any better for Fallon’s Josh Mauga, whose Kansas City Chiefs open the 2015 season on Sunday in Houston.
It’s not easy being confronted by your worst fear. In my case, it’s acrophobia—fear of high places—and the confrontation took place a couple of years ago atop the 1,149-foot Stratosphere Tower in Las Vegas.
For the second quarter of 2015, staff has selected Don Hawkins as the city of Fallon Employee of the Quarter.
The Nevada Wolf Pack football team wants you to believe that a game against the Arizona Wildcats of the Pac-12 Conference is really not all that different from a game against the UC Davis Aggies of the Big Sky Conference.
Lamas scores two goals in Senators’ shutout victory
A musical trio whose act blends flamenco, Latin and jazz influences is visiting the Brewery Arts Center on Friday.
Next week I get to go fly-fishing in Montana with two former Marine Corps buddies and our three 27-year-old sons, one son each.
FOOTBALL Blake Plattsmier (Carson, Stetson): Went 1-for-2 passing for 8 yards in a 42-13 win over Webber.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 8:13 a.m., a 27-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of school zone violation — 11-20 over, no valid driver’s license and two counts of failure to appear after deputies initiated a traffic stop near Fairview and Stanton drives. Bail was set at $1,020.
The one-man Broadway comedy “Defending the Caveman” is coming to the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Carson City Community Center at 8 p.m. Saturday.
Carson High’s league-opening victory was bittersweet with an emphasis on the bitter.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. FRIDAY At 10:19 a.m., Mark Lyman, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon, domestic battery, resisting arrest and discharging a firearm in a residence after deputies responded to reports of a domestic battery near the 1300 block of Enterprise Way. Bail was set at $23,750.
Carson High’s football team gets a little help Friday night against North Valleys with the return of junior defensive tackle Sheldon Miller.
Isabella Wakeling and Lauren Hudak scored a goal apiece to lead Carson to a 2-0 win over Reed in a Division I crossover girls soccer match Tuesday night at the Jim Frank Track & Field Complex.
I’m sure like myself, most of you are feeling a touch of fall in the air. Our mornings are cooler, the light is changing, and even though the days are still hot, the intensity is waning.
Middlegate Station is getting a boost in publicity thanks to a production company based in Sacramento, Calif.
Fallon quarterback Connor Richardson shook off several first-half mistakes and settled down to have a good offensive game against Truckee on Friday night.
FALLON — The continual training for Navy aviation in the 21st century begins at Fallon.
Seventy years ago aboard the battleship USS Missouri that was anchored in Tokyo Bay, Japanese officials officially signed a written agreement formally ending World War II. Gen. Douglas MacArthur, commander in the southwest Pacific and supreme commander for the Allies, signed on behalf of the Allied powers.
There will not be another round of U.S. military base closings in the near future, Nevada Congressman Joe Heck and Sen. Dean Heller have told the Lahontan Valley News.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Big plays and missed opportunities cost the Fallon football team in its 2015 season opener. The Greenwave lost to Tokay (Lodi, Calif.) 34-23 on Friday night at South Tahoe High, allowing three unanswered touchdowns to the Tigers after taking a nine-point second half lead.
Food poisoning, an illness caused by bacteria or other pathogens in food, causes an estimated 48 million illnesses (representing one out of six Americans), 128,000 hospitalizations and 3,000 deaths annually in the U.S., according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention statistics.
The division winners of the 2015 Fallon Lions Club Labor Day Parade are as follows. Best Civic Group: Oasis Square Dancers Best Youth Group: Cub Scout Pack 38
Happy Holidays to you and yours. It is a pleasure to live and work in a community that values the library and all that it represents: learning, democracy, and freedom of information.
Led by Archie Bradley who tossed six solid innings, the Reno Aces topped the El Paso Chihuahuas, 10-2, Monday afternoon at Aces Ballpark.
RENO — The Nevada Wolf Pack passed its first test of the season Thursday night at Mackay Stadium.
Nearly 100 people gathered at the Carson City IHOP Sunday morning to run and remember the lives lost during the IHOP shooting four years ago on Sept. 6.
As the head counselor at Fernley High School, Piper McCarthy enjoyed helping students sort out their futures and become excited about the next step. Now, McCarthy assists career-minded students at Western Nevada College as the new interim director of Counseling Services.
The city of Fallon and the military community will honor those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.
A man was arrested for felony DUI after an accident in which a woman was critically injured Sunday on State Route 339, the Nevada Highway Patrol reported. At about 11 a.m., troopers from the Nevada Highway Patrol were dispatched to a single vehicle crash that occurred on State Route 339 at approximately mile post 9 in Lyon County.
Smith’s is holding open interviews for veterans and their family members on Tues., Sept. 15. An estimated 250 positions are available at Smith’s stores for veterans. Nationwide, The Kroger Co. is hiring to fill an estimated 20,000 permanent positions in its supermarket divisions.
American Idol auditions are planned Sept. 15-16 at Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave. in Daly City, Calif.
Al Sheehan, a long-time Carson City resident and retired Pam Am supervisor and trainer, will share his insights into the many unusual situations which he detailed in his book, “The Autobiography of Alfred Sheehan,” on Wednesday, Sept. 16.
A variety of events — from live music to presentations about historical events — is being offered this month at Sierra Place, 1111 W. College Parkway.
Fort Churchill State Historic Park is offering ranger-led programs highlighting the area’s history and natural resources this month.
Carson City’s Sage Donnelly is a world champion.
Ian Van Rensselaer and Eveline Delgado both had top 15 finishes to lead the Carson boys and girls cross country teams at Friday’s Twilight Meet in Sparks.
RENO — After leaving yards and points on the field in the first half last week against Reed, Carson High worked extensively on execution this week.
Two people were arrested Thursday morning after a man lead police on a high speed chase in Carson City. The incident started at 8:15 a.m. at the Carson Street Motel 6 after a man called deputies to report a Ford Mustang GT his ex-wife, Jennifer Robertson, had possession of was in the motel parking lot and he wanted to get back rightful possession. Robertson, 37, claimed she didn’t have the keys to the vehicle with her, and deputies cleared the scene and left the man to wait for a tow company for the car.
RENO — Elijah Fajayan got Carson High started in the right direction when he returned the opening kick-off 64 yards, leading to a quick score.
Two Carson High baseball players, Bryce Moyle and Kyle Krebs participated in a Team USA event in Cary, N.C., recently.
Robert Errett Crum, 95, passed away peacefully at home on August 10, 2015 in Carson City, Nevada. Robert was born to Errett Ross Crum and Grace Elizabeth Bailey Crum on December 5, 1919 in Berkeley, California. He was raised on an apricot and almond ranch along Putah Creek outside Winters, California.
Robert Miller chalked up another IMCA Modified win at Fernley 95A Speedway last Saturday night, his sixth at that track and 14th feature win of the season, counting victories at Fallon and Loveloc
DAYTON — After losing 48-0 on Friday to Sparks, Dayton head coach Tom Eck said he was headed home to watch film and prepare for the next week.
MINDEN — Cardayell Morgan and Ben Westby combined to score three first-quarter touchdowns and North Valleys held on for a 35-27 non-league football victory against Douglas on Friday night.
Working as a deputy in the Carson City Sheriff’s Office is becoming a family affair. The Sheriff’s Office swore in a new deputy Friday afternoon, 26-year-old Cody Bindley, the younger brother of a Carson City K9 deputy, Brett Bindley. Sheriff Ken Furlong gave Cody the Oath of Office to swear him in as an official Carson City deputy. Cody previously worked with the Washoe Tribe police for five years and Furlong said he’s coming to Carson City at a great time.
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is offering a reward for anyone with information on an assault on law enforcement officers. On Sept. 1, at 8:30 p.m., the Sheriff’s Office Raven Helicopter was on a routine patrol over downtown Reno when it was struck by a laser several times. The laser caused damage to the pilot and observer’s eyes and the helicopter was forced to land at Stead Airport. Both officers were taken to the hospital for treatment.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 9:15 a.m., Timothy Cave, 25, of Carson City, was arrested on suspicion of felony grand larceny of an automobile, felony eluding, felony reckless driving, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia and Jennifer Robertson, 37, of Carson City was arrested on suspicion of felony conspiracy to commit a crime, felony possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a dangerous weapon after deputies responded to reports of a stolen vehicle at the Carson Street Motel 6. Bail for Cave was set at $46,600 and bail for Robertson was set at $42,500.
Donald E. Ragsdale age 74 past away on August 31, 2015 at Carson Tahoe Hospital after a short but valiant battle with several medical issues. He was born in Grand Junction, Colorado on March 7, 1941. He grow-up in San Francisco and graduated from South San Francisco High Schoo
On August 23, 2015, long-time Fallon resident Effie Joanette (94) passed away in Topeka, Kansas, with her family by her side. On July 13, 2015, she suffered a heart attack and went to spend her final days with loving care from her granddaughter Melani Creollo and family. Effie was born April 27, 1921, in Albertown, Saskatchewan to Jakob and Irena (Kardash) Serhienko who migrated to Canada from Kiev, Russia
Ed Denny, age 76, died peacefully at the Carson Tahoe Hospital on Sunday, August 9th. He was born in Alhambra, CA on February 28, 1939. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Bette. His 5 children, Geonell, Teresa, and her husband David, Eric, Everett, and his wife Patty, and Darian, 4 grandchildren Danielle, Michelle, Joshua and Amy, and 2 great-grandchildren Ryan and Tristen. As time passes, gradually we move toward the day when the comfort of our memories, is greater than the sorrow of our loss. May the cherished memories of you, Dad, gives us the strength in the days ahead.
Laura passed away at Carson Tahoe Regional Hospital on July 9, 2015. She was just a few days shy of her 91st birthday. She was born July 13, 1924 in Waco, Texas, the daughter of W.D. (Bill) Pearson and Laura J. Ocker. She was the
The Nevada Day Parade Committee is looking for a volunteer marshal for this year’s parade, planned on Saturday, Oct. 31.
Information abut upcoming trips for seniors will be available at Silver Sierra Adventurers’ next meeting at 2 p.m. Tuesday upstairs at the Carson Nugget.
The Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City is offering train rides featuring the famous Virginia & Truckee Steam Locomotive No. 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Labor Day weekend, Saturday through Monday.
The Nevada Recycles program and The Venetian and The Palazzo in Las Vegas are holding a statewide recycled art contest.
Like any business the news industry sees it share of employees come and go.
RENO — The Nevada Wolf Pack passed its first test of the season Thursday night at Mackay Stadium.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning... Did anyone ever doubt Tom Brady’s four-game suspension would vanish? The New England Patriots constantly break the rules and all they ever receive at most is a slap on the wrist. But give the Pats credit.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. WEDNESDAY At 10:50 a.m., two 55-year-old Carson City men were arrested on suspicion of disorderly conduct, obstructing and open container after deputies responded to the 1000 block of Minnesota Street for two males consuming alcohol in the park. Bail was set at $550 each.
The Carson Nugget will host a series of free outdoor concerts in its “Alatte Live” concert series at the historic Laxalt Plaza adjacent to the Nugget’s Alatte Coffee and Wine Bar, beginning Saturday, Sept. 5. Mo’z Motley Blues Band, who entertained during Taste of Downtown, opens the series Saturday.
Dayton’s new football coach, Tom Eck, wasn’t too flustered after his team’s 38-0 season-opening loss at Lovelock.
RENO — The Nevada Wolf Pack passed its first test of the season Thursday night at Mackay Stadium.
Carson High’s girls tennis team improved to 2-1 with a 10-8 win over Wooster Thursday afternoon at CHS.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning... Did anyone ever doubt Tom Brady’s four-game suspension would vanish? The New England Patriots constantly break the rules and all they ever receive at most is a slap on the wrist. But give the Pats credit.
Churchill County’s taxable sales saw an 5.9 percent increase in June to just more than $24.5 million, and for the year, the county is up 12.2 percent to $283.5 million.
While July’s gaming numbers were essentially flat statewide, the Carson Valley Area had a banner month, reporting a 10.35 percent increase in total win to $8.98 million.
Leaders in workforce training in Northern Nevada have seen the dark days of the Great Recession and are now enjoying the dawning of a new era.
Recently, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension in Fallon has received several reports of swarming bees.
Nevada’s longest agricultural event begins this afternoon at the Churchill County Fairgrounds.
RENO — Small-scale backyard poultry has become quite popular in recent years in Northern Nevada. University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Herds and Harvest Program is offering a small-scale poultry class Sept. 17 to help poultry owners get a good start and maintain a healthy flock.
The Churchill County Commissioners reluctantly agreed to adopt the Churchill County Bicycle Plan that was endorsed by the Nevada Department of Transportation.
The power of doubles led the Fallon boys tennis team to an opening 10-8 win over North Tahoe on Tuesday at the Edward Aricinega Complex.
MINDEN — Never mind the final score. As far as the Fallon volleyball team was concerned, its season-opening 3-0 defeat Tuesday night against Douglas was simply another step in preparation for a highly challenging conference season.
Now it matters. Now it is time for the Fallon football team to plug its holes, fine tune its advantages and open the Northern Division I-A slate with a win.
September is one of the best sports months of the year.
It’s not the same injury that knocked him out of his last season with the Jets.
If you were to ask Ann-Sofie Allen, age is no obstacle when it comes to playing golf,
Death threats made against a Carson City District Court judge included a Christmas card with the words “You Will Die” inside, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office reported Thursday. The Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with the Nevada Department of Public Safety Investigation Division, has been investigating multiple incidents of attempted violence against Carson City Judge John Tatro. Tatro received a written threat last December, when a Christmas card was addressed to the Tatro home with the words “You Will Die” inside.
The Castle Peak 100K was the brain child of Truckee ultrarunner Peter Fain. Last Saturday, after years of planning, and with the help of Co-Race Director Helen Pelster and an entire team of volunteers, the inaugural event came off without a hitch.
All retired active and retired federal employees are invited to attend National Active Retired Federal Employees, or NARFE, Chapter 1329’s meeting on Sept. 15 at Grandma Hattie’s Restaurant on South Carson Street.
Sierra Intermountain Emergency Radio Association is looking for anyone in the Carson City area interested in taking an amateur radio general license class, which will be held for two hours an evening for eight weeks. Location and dates will be determined upon interest shown.
Carson City Natives & Newcomers is putting on a picnic and fashion show at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 10 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Family, at Highway 50 and Saliman Road.
Corey Jasper has shuffled between guard and center more times than he can count during his Carson High football career.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s help in identifying a person of interest in an attempted arson on a Carson City judge. The Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with the Nevada Department of Public Safety Investigation Division, has been investigating multiple incidents of attempted violence against Carson City Judge John Tatro. With the most recent incident being on May 13, 2015, around 1:08 a.m. when an incendiary device was placed in front of the garage door at the Tatro residence.
Rita Geil and other poets will be featured in True Lies and Lullabies, an evening of big-band music and poetry with Mile High Jazz Band and vocalist Cindee LeVal from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday in the courtyard outside Comma Coffee in Carson City.
The Nevada Wolf Pack football team is well aware it should beat the UC Davis Aggies rather easily at 7 p.m. tonight in its season opener at Mackay Stadium.
Abel Sanchez is making up for lost time.
A dozen Nevada lawmakers were pleasantly surprised a week or two back when their constituents received full color fliers in the mail urging support for their vote in favor of taxes to improve K-12 education.
Craig Fletcher will perform with Mick Valentino at 6:30 p.m. today at Glen Eagles, 3700 N. Carson St. Fletcher will perform with Terri Campillo and Rocky Tatarelli at 6:30 p.m. Friday, and with Gerry Wright and Campillo at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Glen Eagles.
MINDEN — Sophomore Talyn Jackson produced a quadruple double to help lead Douglas to a 3-1 victory against Yerington Wednesday.
The long anticipated EPIC Report was released Tuesday by the Economic Development authority of Western Nevada. The report has been cited for months in reference to predictions of significant job growth in the region over the next five years, which is expected to spur monumental population growth.
Mallory and Molly Otto are identical twins. They dress alike, talk alike and finish each other’s sentences.
FOOTBALL Blake Plattsmier, Carson, Stetson: Back-up QB. Threw for 183 yards and two scores in recent scrimmage. Season starts Sept. 5.
Marco Rubio told a crowd of about 200 at the Carson City Community Center on Tuesday all of America’s problems can be solved and the American Dream restored if the country rejects the path both parties have taken it down in recent years.
In an effort to get their best athletes on the field more often, the Carson Senators are going to make a couple of subtle changes on both sides of the ball when they visit McQueen at 7 p.m. Friday night in a football non conference game.
SlotWorld in Carson City will donate all proceeds made at Betsy’s Cafe on Sept. 10 to the family of Deputy Carl Howell, who was killed on the morning of Aug. 15 in the line of duty while responding to a physical domestic disturbance call.
David Ruf, owner of Greenhouse Garden Center in Carson City, is presenting a series of gardening workshops this month at Greenhouse Garden Center, 2450 S. Curry St.
Carson City Ward 2 Supervisor Brad Bonkowski will hold his monthly “Breakfast with Brad” meeting from 7 to 8 a.m. Friday at the Cracker Box, 402 E. William St.
A chili feed fundraiser for local veterans is planned from 2 to 6 p.m. Sept. 26 at Veterans Hall, at the corner of Second and Curry streets.
TOCCATA — Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus will feature Elizabeth Pitcairn, a violinist who will play the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Carson City.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. TUESDAY At 12:57 p.m., a 63-year-old Dayton man was arrested on suspicion of DUI-first offense after deputies responded to reports of a welfare check at the College Parkway Nevada State Bank because a man had ran over two curbs and was parked, hunched over in the parking lot. Bail was set at $1,000.
GARDNERVILLE — At approximately 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Douglas County Deputies responded to the 1400 block of Edlesborough Circle for a suspicious circumstance report. When deputies arrived they found evidence of a crime. Deputies made entrance into the residence and found a female victim dead in the living room and a male barricaded inside the residence
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. MONDAY At 4:15 p.m., Lynette Lizotte, 46, was arrested on suspicion of felony fugitive from justice. No bail was set.
MINDEN — The Douglas Tigers used a balanced attack to sweep past Fallon 3-0 in a non-conference match on Tuesday night.
When I was in our local bank awhile ago, one of the tellers said she liked my column, so I asked what she’d like to see next. The response was a typical one for summer gardeners: what in the world to do with all the extra summer squash and zucchini that are so prolific this time of year. And then one of the bank’s customers chimed in — “muffins, I could live on muffins” — or something to that effect. Thus, this column and recipe.
Members of the Nevada Supreme Court were told Tuesday advising a friend he doesn’t have to take a field sobriety test constitutes free speech, not the crime of obstructing a sheriff’s deputy.
GARDNERVILLE — At approximately 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Douglas County Deputies responded to the 1400 block of Edlesborough Circle for a suspicious circumstance report. When deputies arrived they found evidence of a crime. Deputies made entrance into the residence and found a female victim dead in the living room and a male barricaded inside the residence
Robert “Skip” Brandt died in his home at Carson Plaza on August 31, 2015 in Carson City, NV. He was 92. Mr. Brandt was born on February 10, 1923 in Quincy, Illinois to his parents Charles and Daisy Brandt. During World War II, he served four years in the Air Force and flew fifty European missions with the 376 Bombardment Group known as the “Liberandos”.
After being neglected for years during the recession, Nevada’s Capitol is getting nearly $1 million worth of much-needed repairs and upgrades.
In response to recent community-wide assessments, Churchill Community Coalition is launching an alcohol prevention campaign targeting the local sale and distribution of alcohol to minors.
There are more Republicans running for their party’s nomination for president than Carter has liver pills, to coin an old, old phrase. When it comes to many of the things that most Americans seem to agree on they are all as silent as a church mouse. Oh, they’re talking alright, but it’s not what they are saying that you need to pay attention to; it’s what they are not saying.
We think Carson City resident Steven David’s idea to name the Carson City Freeway after Deputy Carl Howell. It would be an excellent way to honor the deputy who gave his life in the line of duty on Aug. 15.
It might still be hot August nights in Nevada, but get ready for the Mother of All Blizzards! No, I’m not talking about that white stuff that falls from the sky on Christmas.
The Tenth Judicial District Court issued the following divorces during July 2015. Jeffrey Paul Appleby and Kristina Rae Appleby.
JOIN, Inc., a nonprofit career training agency in Northern Nevada, announced Monday funding for enrollment of low-income young adults in free occupational skill courses.
Nobody likes visiting the doctor, no matter how nice they are or sitting waiting to be seen. My son Doug and I have had our full share of illness, doctors and hospitals this last year. Make no mistake, we’re both very, very thankful for the help we’ve received.
With less than an hour left before the 5 p.m. Monday deadline, the Coalition for Nevada’s Future filed suit in Carson City District Court to block the petition that seeks to have voters block the 2015 legislative tax package.
The first County Commission meeting of September will be conducted tomorrow at 8:15 a.m. at the Churchill County Administration Building chambers, 155 N. Taylor St.
Another racy act led to a not guilty plea Tuesday in District Court. Like the couple discovered two years ago at the Churchill Arts Council, the most recent passionate public encounter lead to a pair of arrests.
Life sometimes can seem off kilter as responsibilities mount and people plow all their physical and mental resources into what seems to be the most pressing crisis of the moment.
RENO — “Be proud of the place you live and live so that your place is proud of you,” is the paraphrased Abraham Lincoln quote Gov. Brian Sandoval shared with the soldiers and families of the Nevada Army National Guard’s 757th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion today as he spoke during a Yellow Ribbon ceremony that welcomed the unit home from their nine-month deployment to Sinai, Egypt.
The Churchill County School District Board of Trustees heard concerns from several parents at their Thursday night meeting regarding a busing issue the district that occurred the first two weeks of school.
Republican presidential candidate Marco Rubio concluded his two-day swing in Northern Nevada Tuesday by addressing community leaders in Fallon followed by a rally at the convention center attended by more than 150 people.
Lithographs advertising the Nevada State Fair at Fallon have been sent to 32 towns in the state. It was announced yesterday that the fair management is endeavoring to arrange aeroplane flights every afternoon at the fairgrounds as a special attraction. The committee decided that the colors for the fair shall be alfalfa green and purple, corresponding to the beautiful alfalfa blossom. Churchill County Eagle, Saturday, August 28, 1915
The Nevada Wolf Pack football team is well aware that it should beat the UC Davis Aggies rather easily on Thursday night (7 p.m.) in its season opener at Mackay Stadium.
Nevada’s longest agricultural event begins in one week at the Churchill County Fairgrounds. The annual Fallon Cantaloupe Festival and Country Fair, which merged earlier this year, will celebrate its 30th anniversary on Labor Day weekend.
Two recent debut novels are worth checking out if you’re looking for something to close out your summer reading.
Sparks had eight seniors on its roster in last season’s 1-8 campaign. This year, it has 22 athletes in their final year at Sparks High.
Arthur Silva, age 78, of Fallon, NV, formerly of Hawthorne, passed away on August 19, 2015. He was born in New Bedford, MA on October 26, 1936 to Manuel and Alexandria Sylvia. He was the youngest of five siblings: Mamie, Eileen, Frank and Natalie.
Melvin Robert (Bob) Glenn born June 23,1942 to James L. and Bobbie D. Glenn in Gainsville, GA. Bob passed away on August 27, 2015 at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nevada, due to lung cancer. He was retired US Air Force TSGT, worked in transportation, served his country for 20 years, overseas stations and stateside. Bob had a talent and love for working in auto mechanics. Retired Operating Engineers in Las Vegas, NV. Bob was a man that lived life to the
Patricia Ellen Orcutt succumbed to cancer on August 17, 2015, in northern Nevada. She was born March 5, 1926, to Kenneth and Lucile (Charles) McClernon. Pat was married to Kenneth Orcutt in Hawaii on March 19, 1983, where she had earned various pilots’ licenses and certifications, worked in aviation as an aircraft dealer, corporate and tour pilot, and finally served as an FAA inspector. They
Lee Simonson passed away at home surrounded by his family on August 29, 2015. He was born July 19, 1925 in McGrath, Minnesota, 4th of 12 children. He then joined the Navy and served in WWII as an Ensign. He married Beryl Drayfahl in May of 1949, and they raised 4 children
In the first race of the season, Fallon senior standout Tristen Thomson made his mark at the Douglas Class Races on Friday in Minden.
Reno Aces Jamie Romak and Peter O’Brien have been named to the All-PCL Team, the Pacific Coast League announced Monday.
RENO — Greg Wallace gave Carson High football fans a glimpse of the future late last season when he gained 39 yards in mop-up duty.
RENO — Even though it was the opening game of the 2015 season, it was the most anticipated battle of the season.
The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. Carson City FRIDAY At 11:48 a.m., a 35-year-old transient man was arrested on suspicion of petit larceny, no valid driver’s license and obedience to traffic signal after deputies initiated a traffic stop near the 1400 block of Robinson Drive. Bail was set at $390.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is focusing on cracking down on impaired drivers/riders for the month of September. Impaired driving is the most common cause of motor vehicle accidents resulting in injury and death in Nevada. The Labor Day holiday weekend and summer is known by law enforcement officials as the hundred deadliest days because fatalities increase during the summer beginning Memorial day.
The Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada in Carson City is hosting a yard sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12.
Carson City Kiwanis is hosting its second annual Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Golf Tournament on Sept. 19 at Empire Ranch Golf Course to help raise money for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. The event also includes a run/walk and bench press event.
Carson Animal Services Initiative is hosting its fourth annual CASI 5K-9 Fun Run/Walk at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at Riverview Park on East Fifth Street. Check-in will be from 8:15 to 8:45 a.m.
A moonlight train ride on the V&T hosted by Secret Service Catering will leave Virginia City’s F St. station at 7 p.m. Sept. 26 and take passengers on an hour-and-a-half trip near American Flats.
A 5K and one-mile children’s fun run is offered in St. Teresa of Avila’s annual Awesome Autumn Run on Sunday, Sept. 20, at Fuji Park.
Connie Stevens, an actress and singer who appeared on “The Bob Cummings Show,” “Sugarfoot,” and “77 Sunset Strip,” will reminisce with the Rockin’ Rev at 2:30 p.m. Saturday on AM 1180 KCKQ and at www.americanmatters.us.
@ Two Digital Learning Center at the Carson City Library is offering free digital learning classes this month. Introduction to Word will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday.
More than a dozen vendors will be offering antiques, collectables, and crafts at Carson City Historical Society’s last yard sale of the season from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Foreman-Roberts House Park, 1207 N. Carson St.
