NDOT rolls out new 511 Nevada travel information system (2024)

Lanes reduced on southbound I-580 in Carson City overnight Monday as NDOT replaces overhead sign

Overnight lane closures will take place on southbound Interstate 580 in Carson City Monday, July 1 as the Nevada Department of Transportation installs an overhead traffic sign.

Silver Springs woman arrested for alleged kidnapping, drug possession

At approximately 2:30 p.m. Saturday, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, Communications Division received a 911 call reporting an assault with a deadly weapon and possible abduction at gunpoint occurring in the 8500 block of Santa Fe trail in Stagecoach.

Songwriter Round happening Sunday at Nashville Social Club in Carson City

Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, June 29, 2024 - 4:26pm

The first-ever Nashville Social Club Songwriter's Round is happening this Sunday inside Swan Hall from 4 to 6 p.m. bringing an incredible evening of music featuring amazing local and traveling songwriters.

Photos: Pollinator Parade was all the buzz Saturday in downtown Carson City

Bees, bats, and butterflies oh, my! All found at the Pollinator Parade in McFadden Plaza on Saturday. Carson City is an official Bee City USA town, which means the city has committed to sustain pollinators by providing them with healthy habitats. The city’s Bee committee also sponsors educational events for the public. Saturday's parade celebrated June as Pollinator Month.

Silver Springs shooting update: White Dodge found, suspect remains at large

On Saturday morning, Nevada Division of State Parks Rangers located Stephen Shytle’s white Dodge truck at Lake Lahontan. Members of the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, Central Command, Southern Command, Western Command, Northern Command, and Investigations Division responded to the location.

Historic tours of Nevada State Prison in Carson City offered in August, signups underway

August tours at the Nevada State Prison in Carson City are filling up for the summer, and tours are opening soon for the fall.

Urban Renewal Project headlines Saturday's Carson City summer outdoor concert series

Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, June 29, 2024 - 10:27am

The Levitt AMP Carson City outdoor concert series continues Saturday with Urban Renewal Project, a 16-piece collective that combines elements of jazz, hiphop and vintage soul that will bring genre-bending music to the Connections Central stage at the Brewery Arts Center.

Fishing report: Sierra lakes and flowing rivers bring catch opportunities across region

Hello fellow anglers. Yes, I have been missing for a few weeks. Renee and I just returned from a trip up to Oregon. Now boy did we have perfect timing, as we arrived the salmon bite shut down on the Rogue River.

Capitol City Gun Club hosts Independence Day Fun Shoot

On Saturday, July 6, 2024, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City, NV will host an Independence Day Fun Shoot. All facilities at the Club will be open to members and the public with discounted target fees all day. The Club is a shotgun only facility, offering Trap, Skeet, Five Stand, and Sporting Clays and is located at 3590 Arrowhead Drive. For more information call (775) 882-9904.

Chrome classics shine today in Carson City at inaugural Nevada State Museum Car Show

Classic car shows highlight summers for chrome buffs throughout northern Nevada. A new show has been added to the mix, arriving Saturday, June 29 at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City.

Carson City deputies arrests two for possessing more than 11 pounds of fentanyl

On Friday, June 28, the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team conducted a traffic stop that yielded more than 11 pounds of fentanyl.

Ace Hardware coming to Topsy Lane in Carson City

Ace Hardware is coming to Topsy Lane according to signage posted. The popular hardware store chain, which has locations in both Douglas County as well as Reno, will be taking over the vacant Pier One.

Carson City Supervisors to discuss airport plans, sheriff office technology and more Thursday

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Wednesday, July 3 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center located at 851 E. William St.

Miss Nevada and Miss Nevada Teen crowned on 75th Diamond Anniversary

The Miss Nevada Scholarship Organization is excited to announce the 75th Diamond Anniversary Title Holders, crowned on Friday, June 21 at Bally’s Lake Tahoe, in Stateline, Nevada.

UnBEElievably Fun: Annual Costumed Pollinator Parade happening Saturday in Carson City

Announcements - Friday, June 28, 2024 - 11:12am

National Forest Fire Restrictions begin Monday

Inyo National Forest will be in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions starting Monday, July 1 to protect natural resources and provide for public safety.

Lyon County Sheriff discusses proposed Mound House speed reduction in Message of the Week

Last week at the Board of County Commissioners meeting the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) presented on the speed reduction project in the Mound House area of Lyon County. NDOT will reduce the speed limit to 35 MPH (Please see attached photographs of that presentation)

Carson City Sheriff’s Office offers tips on how to avoid business scams

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office has received multiple reports and cases from citizens scammed during fraudulent business transactions.

Silver Springs shooting suspect identified; whereabouts unknown, considered armed and dangerous

The suspect in the shooting of two Silver Springs, NV residents on June 26, 2024 has been positively identified as 53 year old Silver Springs resident Stephen Thomas Shytle. At this time, Shytle’s whereabouts are unknown.

Carson City BMX Race for Life happening June 30

Celebrate the Fourth of July with the Virginia Truckee Railroad

Arts and Entertainment - Thursday, June 27, 2024 - 3:41pm

Load up your car with family and friends and treat them to a day of fun and nostalgia at one of the best Independence Day parties in Northern Nevada.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Rascal

Our Pet of the Week is Rascal! A charming and fun-loving 9-year-old pup who defies his name “Rascal" with his gentle demeanor and playful spirit.

Polecat Tavern in Carson City to celebrate grand opening

Arts and Entertainment - Thursday, June 27, 2024 - 9:36am

Carson City’s newest live music venue, Polecat Tavern, is excited to announce the celebration of their grand opening July 13, 2024.

Fire reported in Brunswick Canyon

Announcements - Thursday, June 27, 2024 - 11:36am

Kids & Horses is excited to welcome back a valley event for car enthusiasts and appreciators called Friendship Day. Friendship Day was a valley event that happened for years within the local car community. Unfortunately, when the original host moved, the group was left without a place to hold the gathering.

Lyon County: Two shot in Silver Springs, suspect still at large

At approximately 5:30 PM on June 26, 2024 the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, Central Command Patrol Squad responded to the Lahontan State Park Ranger Station at Lake Lahontan for a report of an adult male subject who had been shot multiple times. Upon arrival, deputies learned that the shooting took place at a residence in the 3900 block of Birch Street in Silver Springs.

Douglas Sheriff's Office gives safety tips, fireworks reminders for 4th of July holiday

MINDEN — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is preparing for the upcoming 4th of July celebration and would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Independence Day.

Carson City Community Development to hold block grant applicant presentations

Carson City will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 2 to hear presentations from applicants for the Fiscal Year 2025, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, Community Development Block Grant.

Douglas County OKs permit for 'Beer Garden' over July 4th weekend at Zephyr Cove

The Douglas County Commissioners approved a special use permit for a Beer Garden at Zephyr Cove Resort over the 4th of July weekend. There has been a lot of concern about the event after the 2023 party at the adjacent Zephyr Shoals that left behind 8,000 pounds of trash, and videos of a massive party scene with drinking, including underage drinking.

Pony Express makes its way through Carson City during annual re-ride

The Pony Express returned to the capital city Wednesday, making its annual re-ride across the West. 
This year, as an even-numbered year, the re-ride began in St. Joseph Missouri on June 17 and will continue east into California.