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Faith Evans

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Election races on for Carson City supervisor, clerk-recorder

There are two candidates for Ward 1 supervisor, three for Ward 3 supervisor, and three for clerk-recorder.

Eagle Valley Golf Course reflects on record-breaking 2021

Revenue was at its highest since DGM took over in 2017, reaching over $2 million, but staffing hit its lowest.

Carson City Juvenile Services struggles with outdated building

At the Board of Supervisors meeting, Chief of Juvenile Services Ali Banister posed an ambitious request. She needs a new building.

Carson City Republican Women host gubernatorial debate

Dean Heller, John Lee and Fred Simon entertained luncheon guests with a debate largely centered on education and Nevada’s economy.

Aquatic Facility hopes Carson seniors buoy lifeguard shortage

Since 2020, pools nationwide haven’t been able to offer lifeguard certification classes due to the pandemic.

Carson City Fire Department donates engine to WNC

Western Nevada College is building a firefighting associate’s degree.

Carson City mayor hypes health, human services programs

Mayor Lori Bagwell addressed assistance programs that Carson City Health and Human Services offers to unsheltered residents.

Carson Valley Meats sues city over slaughterhouse denial

Carson Valley Meats asserts “The denial by the Board of Supervisors ... was arbitrary, capricious, and characterized by an abuse of discretion.”

Carson City hosts board game convention March 19-20

The convention will feature games like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, and Wingspan. All are welcome to bring their own board games.

Supervisors preview Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Carson City

Supervisors heard presentations from Advocates to End Domestic Violence, the sheriff’s office, and Health and Human Services on how the city supports victims.

Carson Tahoe Hotel under new ownership

The new owners say they are planning to welcome guests in April or May, just in time for summer vacations.

Supervisors discuss Carson City’s code enforcement challenges

Carson City has no budget for abatements, which means city staff have no resources to correct code violations like abandoned vehicles.

Carson City residents rally to support Ukraine

Residents met downtown near the Capitol to show their support for Ukraine as it resists invasion from Russia.

Cortese family welcomes 'Twos-Day' baby at Carson Tahoe Health

Jeremy and Stacie Cortese drove through snow and ice on Tuesday, 2-22-22, to have their second daughter at Carson Tahoe Health.

Carson City couples say ‘I do’ on Tuesday 2-22-22

Carson City celebrated a “Twos-Day” Tuesday this week, and for a pair of local couples, 2-22-22 marked the perfect day to make two families one.

Carson City public guardian’s office testament to COVID vaccine

The public guardian’s office cares for adults who are not capable of managing aspects of their lives.

Snoopy and the Red Baron Exhibition opens Saturday in Carson City

The Brewery Arts Center features 77 framed Peanuts comics depicting Snoopy, the famous Flying Ace, and his imaginary dogfights against the Red Baron.

Nevada Humane Society offers free adoptions Saturday

The Nevada Humane Society in is hoping to clear its Carson City and Reno shelters this weekend.

Carson City supervisors, clerk-recorder prepare for election filing

Seats up for election this midterm include city assessor, clerk-recorder, district attorney, sheriff, treasurer, Ward 1 supervisor and Ward 3 supervisor.

New businesses cut ribbons in Carson City

Carson City residents new options for dining, shopping, and personal beautification.

Carson City Ideas on Tap explores Black History Month in Nevada

Ideas on Tap event highlighted national Black History Month, recognized and celebrated annually during February.

High Sierra Pack Goats shepherd hikers around Carson City

High Sierra Pack Goats is a local business herding hikers around Carson City.

Carson City leadership class renovating patio for children’s home

The Carson City Chamber of Commerce Leadership Institute Class is working on a sensory garden for Eagle Valley Children’s Home.

Giomi running for reelection as Carson City supervisor

Giomi worked with the city’s fire department for over 30 years and was fire chief from 2005 to 2015.

Northern Nevada snowpack suffers from dry January

The snowpack is above average for January but without more storms, it may soon dip below annual trends.

Bring soul food and learn about Black History Month Feb. 9 at Ideas on Tap

Ideas on Tap is highlighting Black History Month Feb. 9 at the Adams Hub for Innovation. Northern Nevadans are invited to bring their favorite soul food dish with the recipe card and enjoy an open forum on Black history.

Carson City consolidated taxes reach all-time high, Bagwell says in State of the City address

Continuing a tradition that began with the late Mayor Bob Crowell, Mayor Lori Bagwell gave her first State of the City address on Thursday. The Chamber of Commerce hosted the presentation and luncheon.

County officials give 2022 outlooks at annual Northern Nevada Development Authority event

The Northern Nevada Development Authority held its annual State of the Counties conference Wednesday in Carson City.

Carson City supervisors will hear slaughterhouse appeals Feb. 3

Carson Valley Meats wants a special use permit to operate a meat processing facility near Highway 50 and Detroit Road.

Supervisors hear reports on Carson City sales taxes, housing, and Master Plan

South Carson Street alone accounts for 66 percent of the city’s taxable retail sales.

Eve’s Eatery opens in downtown Carson City

Owners Eve and Francisco Espinoza held their grand opening on Thursday

Carson City health foods store expands to match pandemic growth

Lifestream Health Foods' business has nearly quadrupled through the pandemic.

Carson Manufacturing keeps the city’s gears turning

Carson Manufacturing is a company that designs and builds gearheads.

Carson City supervisors seek input on William Street project

Supervisors awarded a contract not to exceed $390,000 for project feasibility and design services.

Carson City welcomes youngest mayor ever (for a morning)

Abby Bindley, age 5, fulfilled her Christmas wish by acting as junior mayor at the Board of Supervisors meeting Thursday morning.

Carson City supervisors finalize election map

Supervisors unanimously approved Carson City’s election map.

Carson City residents appeal slaughterhouse permit

Supervisors will decide if the Planning Commission was justified in its approval of a permit.

First-time business owners open wood, paint studio in Carson City

Melissa Feldman and Michael Belardes are running Hammer & Stain.

Carson City supervisors meet for final approval of election map

Supervisors will hold a special meeting Thursday, Dec. 30.

Home prices up, listings down in Carson City

Prices rose through November, reaching a median sales price of $509,750.

Carson City supervisors approve election map, annual financial report

The map changes are minimal, adding several blocks to Wards 3 and 4.

Carson City Planning Commission reapproves slaughterhouse special use permit

Carson City Planning Commission voted 5-1 to approve a special use permit.

Carson City family decks the halls with thousands of lights

The Stinson family has strung up their house and tree with thousands of Christmas lights.

Carson City supervisors will consider election map changes

They will also discuss changes to the Carson City Municipal Code ward boundary laws.

Slaughterhouse returns to Carson City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet Wednesday to review Carson Valley Meats’ application.

Carson City nonprofit hosts silent auction supporting mental health

National Alliance on Mental Illness has gathered some unique donations for its silent auction Saturday.

Carson City FISH ‘riding the waves’ in transitional housing project

Residents of the units will be participants in FISH’s Fast Forward 4 Families program.

Carson City 13th in health outcomes among Nevada counties

2017-19, life expectancy in Carson City was 3.7 years below the state average

New locations open for two Carson City businesses

Dubois Health Food Center is at 1851 N. Carson St., and Doggie Days Day Care is at 2405 S. Curry St.

Carson City Community Thanksgiving promises food and friends

The free meal will go from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom of the Nugget.