Carson City Sheriff’s Office is again hosting “National Night Out,” at Mills Park from 5- 8pm, an event that attracts big crowds. The Sheriff’s Office joins National Association of Town Watch and law enforcement agencies across the United States Tuesday August 7, to create a information-filled evening centered around crime related awareness. Due to smoke…… MORE
Smoke Moves Concert Inside
Due to the heavy smoke settling on the area, the RoseBud’s Dance Band’s performance for Monday, Aug. 6th, has been moved to inside the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King St. The concert was originally planned for Comma Courtyard, but the presenters want to present the event in a comfortable and healthy atmosphere.…… MORE
Perry Fire Fully Contained After Burning 51,400 Acres
The Perry Fire in Palomino Valley is now fully contained. The fire burned 51,400 acres since it started on July 26th. Wind gusts reached 59 mph near Virginia Peak on Saturday but the fire did not jump the fire lines, but the wind stirred up enough ash, smoke and dust to prevent air operations over…… MORE
Body Found in Lake Tahoe After Search For Missing Swimmer
The body of a 21-year-old California man has been found after an extensive search in Lake Tahoe. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said he was found a quarter mile off shore between Tahoe Meadows and Lakeside Marina just before 5 p.m on Sunday. His name has not yet been released. The case is still under…… MORE
Two Men Rescued From Donner Lake
The Truckee Police Department rescued two San Jose men from Donner Lake Saturday afternoon. The men, ages 26 and 35, were stranded on a rock about 100 yards off shore at Donner Lake Memorial State park and yelling for help. The men swam to the rock and one man had a minor leg injury that…… MORE
Paramedics Treating Injured Driver Find Gunshot Wound
Paramedics treating the driver of a crashed vehicle in Carson City discovered he had a small-caliber gunshot wound to his chest. It happened at the off ramp from Interstate 580 at College Parkway. Paramedics got there just after 2:30 pm. He was taken to Reno for treatment and is expected to survive. The sheriff’s office…… MORE
Comedian Joe Piscopo Shooting a Television Pilot in Carson City This Week
Interested in being an extra in a pilot for a sitcom? Make plans to head down to Carson City tomorrow.… MORE
Local Law Enforcement Joining Forces This Month
Most tragedies that result from traffic crashes are preventable. This is the firm belief of public safety agencies throughout Nevada, including the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office. Beginning next week, the Sheriff’s Office will participate in a multi-agency Joining Forces campaign aimed at reducing vehicle versus pedestrian crashes by increasing enforcement and awareness of traffic safety…… MORE
Senator Dean Heller Will Welcome Google to Reno Today
Senator Dean Heller will welcome Google to Reno, today at 10:00 a.m. for a Grow with Google event, a free event at the Nevada Museum of Art designed to help small businesses, job seekers, students, educators, and entrepreneurs strengthen their digital skills. The event, which will be open to Nevadans from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00…… MORE
Perry Fire 79% contained, national crews wrap up
With 79 percent containment at 51,400 acres, national fire teams are turning the Perry Fire over to local crews. The fire southwest of Pyramid Lake has cost $2.6 million so far to fight. The fire was ignited July 29 by Reno local David Randoski, who has been charged with two counts of first degree arson…… MORE
