Married on Dec. 31, 1949, Carson Cityâs Irv and Millie Nielsen are celebrating 67 years of marriage.
Carson High Cheer Team
Carson High Cheer Team
Phillip Brady
Work has started on a building project at 308 Curry Street.
Work continues on the I-580 bypass project.
Work continues on a building project at 308 Curry Street.
Construction work on the Highway 50 and Highway 580 interchange will continue in 2017.
After receiving some needed improvement, the R/V John Le Conte is ready to hit the waters of Lake Tahoe.
Sarah Baird won a $100 gift card from Casino Fandango as part of the Nevada Appeal's 12 Days of Giving.
I’ve been in journalism for a long time. I’ve worked alongside some good writers, bad writers and jaded writers.
FRESNO, Calif. — How does a seven-game winning streak end?
Members of Carson City SWAT prepare to enter an apartment on Pheasant Drive early Saturday morning.
FRESNO, Calif. – A couple of streaks ended Saturday afternoon at the SaveMart Center.
A semi-truck parked across the street from the Legislature Building on Monday displays a banner supporting the construction of a football stadium in Las Vegas.
Carson High School senior Arianna Schmidt votes for the first time on Tuesday afternoon at the community center.
Rico Mora of Q&D Construction does finish concrete work on a sidewalk in front of the Carson Nugget.
Paving has started on the Carson City Freeway project.
Senior Library Assistant Rachel March, center, teaches Adrianne Harris how to check out e-books during an OverDrive class at the Carson City Library. The library is now offering streaming video through the OverDrive program.
Away from casino glitter, local faith leaders are joining together to ring in the New Year with multi-faith prayers. Coordinated by religious statesman Rajan Zed, the free service will be 10:30 p.m. to midnight Saturday at Reno Buddhist Center, 820 Plumas St.. It will include Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish, BaháâÃ, Shinto and Native American prayers. Guests can sign a banner with a pledge for peace, love and unity in 2017. Snacks will be available. For more information, email Zed rajanzed@gmail.com.
The Nevada Humane Society is raising money for an injured dog, who it has named Tiny Tim. Tim was brought to the shelter Christmas Day after reports of two dogs found on the side of Highway 50 in Carson City the previous evening.
Nevada's Jordan Caroline (24) backs away as Washington's Markelle Fultz tries to drive past Sunday, Dec. 11, in Seattle.
Nevada's Leland King II, left, knocks away the ball as Washington's David Crisp tries to shoot in the first half Sunday, Dec. 11, in Seattle.
It has been more than a month since race engines have roared, but a new season is coming. Let’s take a look back at 2016 and also see what’s on the horizon for the New Year.
SAN DIEGO — Carson High concluded play in the Torrey Pines Holiday Classic with a 49-48 loss to Mira Costa Friday afternoon.
Teams often reflect the personalty of their head coaches, and that’s definitely the case today when red-hot Nevada (12-2, 1-0) visits Fresno State (8-5, 0-1) today in a Mountain West game.
Carson's Nathan Mersino battles William Schwertsch of Buhach Colony High School in a 138 lb. match Thursday in Reno.
Sheldon Miller on his way to defeating Servite's Levi Ball Bryant in a heavyweight match Thursday at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center.
Carson's Abel Carter starts his match with Fallon's Chase Hyde in a 195 lb. quarterfinal bout Thursday at the Sierra Nevada Classic in Reno.
Kathleen May Hewlett, passed away quietly at her Carson City home on December 24th, 2016.
Linda Rothery, Trevin Goodrick and Holly Meader (middle three) join commissioners Bus Schermann (far left), Carl Erquiaga and Pete Olsen after being presented service awards for their years working for the county.
From left: Russel Wedlake, Colby Frey and Joe Frey give their thoughts on the state's marijuana law during the county commissioner's meeting.
Downtown merchants are decorating the sidewalks with chairs and tables to attract customers.
To help with business, downtown shops have been using tables and decorations on the sidewalks.
A Kona pro rider gets air off a waterbar coming down King's Canyon while pre-riding the race course Saturday.
The WNC softball team removes and poses with the center-field banner following the Wildcats' final home game at the Pete Livermore Sports Complex.
Adventure photographer/videographer Corey Rich speaks on 'Embracing Discomfort' during Carson City's first TedX event in April.
USNS Carson City (EPF 7) christening ceremony participants are seen Saturday morning in Mobile, Alabama.
USS Nevada sailor and Pearl Harbor survivor Charles T. Sehe (center) salutes the raising of the USS Nevada flag on the State Capitol grounds in March along with the US Navy League's Bud Southard (left) and Gov. Brian Sandoval.
Carson City SWAT retreats after making arrests in January in the murder of Grant Watkins.
Resting against the foundation of the former Citi Bank, a sign describes the history of the site in January.
Discarded Christmas trees, wood pallets and and other items are being retired at Churchill County Fairgrounds, where tomorrow evening's community bonfire, fireworks and raffle will occur.
Washoe County Manager John Slaughter, left, presents a road sign to Cimpress Vice President Plant Development Larry Reid during a press conference Nov. 7 to announce the printing company's plans to open a plant in Reno. The county renamed the road leading to the plant off Red Rock Road, Cimpress Drive to welcome the company.
Construction on the new additon to the WEBstaurant distribution center in Dayton from earlier in 2016
The facility Miles Construction completed for Schluter Systems. L.P.
Sen. Dean Heller during the Nevada Day parade on Saturday.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . The Mountain West, as usual, isn’t doing the Nevada Wolf Pack basketball team any favors so far this season. The Wolf Pack, at 12-2 overall, is the unquestioned top team in the Mountain West so far. But that honor and $5 will only get you a Venti Cinnamon Dolce Latte at Starbucks.
Carson High’s wrestling team made big news on and off the mat at the final day of the 41st annual Sierra Nevada Classic at the Reno Livestock & Event Center.
SAN DIEGO — Laguna Beach’s Blake Burzell led all scorers with 20 points as the Breakers beat Carson, 57-39, in a consolation bracket game Thursday afternoon at the Torrey Pines Holiday Classic.
A view of Main Street in Fallon.
The fountain introducing downtown Fallon.
A performance at the Barkley Theatre in Fallon.
Runners take off from the starting line during the annual New Year's Day 5K Fun Run/Walk in 2015.
Nevada's Cameron Oliver dunks against San Jose State on Wednesday.
Nevada's DJ Fenner looks to pass against San Jose State.
RENO – After a so-so defensive effort last week against UC Santa Barbara, Nevada basketball coach Eric Musselman decided it was time to stress defense.
Close out 2016 in victory tomorrow during the annual New Year’s Eve 5k fun run and walk.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . The Mountain West, as usual, isn’t doing the Nevada Wolf Pack basketball team any favors so far this season. The Wolf Pack, at 12-2 overall, is the unquestioned top team in the Mountain West so far.
The year comes to an on Saturday and what a year it’s been for this community. Fallon dominated the winter sports, Octane Fest returned with a big bang over the summer and the city paid respects to a Greenwave legend.
A whirligig mite sits on a leaf.
Congressman Mark Amodei talks to Andrea Zeller, executive director of the Churchill Community Coaliton, after the group's quarterly luncheon before Christmas.
Feb. 17, 1927 ~ Dec. 21, 2016 Helen Giurlani passed away December 21, 2016 in Carson City, NV.
Aug. 12, 1942 ~ Dec. 28, 2016 Peter Paul Ernst, 74, of Fallon passed away on Wednesday, December 28th at Banner Community Hospita
Nevada's DJ Fenner looks to pass against San Jose State.
Elijah Jackson stands guard over South Tahoe's Noah Jackson during Friday's home game against South Tahoe.
This map shows a cluster of earthquake activity that occurred Wednesday morning between Hawthorne, Nev., and Bridgeport, Calif.
Ormsby House co-owner Don Lehr poses next to a new european style window in one of the 104-suite rooms Thursday.
Two brand new escalators flank the staircase from the lobby to the second floor at the Ormsby House on Thursday.
New heating and cooling units are shown on the roof of the Ormsby House during a tour Thursday.
Battle Born Harley-Davidson is located at 2900 Research Way in Carson City.
Carson's Kyle Rudy scores a technical fall over Woodland's Zach Robles of the 132-pound weight class at the Sierra Nevada Classic in Reno on Wednesday.
Carson's Brandon Basa pins Chester's Callum Kremer in the first round of the 113-pound weight class at the Sierra Nevada Classic in Reno on Wednesday.
SAN DIEGO — Carson High’s boys basketball team ran into another top-notch team, and the Senators dropped a 76-56 decision to Canyon Crest at the Torrey Pines Holiday Classic.
RENO — After a so-so defensive effort last week against UC Santa Barbara, Nevada basketball coach Eric Musselman decided it was time to stress defense.
RENO —It was the case of the expected and unexpected on the first day of the 41st annual Sierra Nevada Classic in wrestling at the Reno Livestock & Event Center.
Fire crews battle the blaze during the early morning hours Wednesday.
April 4, 1935 ~ Dec. 26, 2016 Robert J. Scott of Carson City passed away on December 26, 2016 at Carson Tahoe Hospital from complications of Parkinson’s disease.
Marty A. Martinez, 86, died December 27, 2016 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Erika Loy Hetzel, 87 of Stateline passed away on December 24, 2016, arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations, 775-888-6800
Alexis Jarrett leaps to dunk the ball with a Dayton defender hot on her heals during Thursday's away game.
Brynlee Schultz (23) blocks the path of a Dayton player during the Lady Wave's Thursday game against the Lady Dust Devils.
Ricardo DeLeon, Age 86 of Carson City, passed away on December 26, 2016. Funeral arrangements are in the trusted care of Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home 775-882-2644
Shirley Green Dringenberg, 73 of Washoe Valley passed away on December 25, 2016, Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations. 775-888-6800
Ruth Bianchi loved a good parade, so it was only fitting that she made her last hurrah by being honored as the Grand Marshall for the 4th of July parade in Fallon this year. She was accompanied by 90 family members who were there to show their love and appreciation for this remarkable woman.
Julianna Barton, 85 of Carson City passed away on December 26, 2016, Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations. 775-888-6800
Cider is a 9-year-old shepherd mix who would like a good home for the holidays.
Nevada's Marcus Marshall passes during a recent game at Lawlor Events Center.
A Carson City Sheriff's deputy and Carson City firefighter work together at the scene of a minor vehicle acident.
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A target has been placed on the collective back of the Nevada Wolf Pack.
San Jose State and Nevada both enter tonight’s conference opener at Lawlor Event Center with nice winning streaks.
SAN DIEGO — Carson High, despite 33 points from Tez Allen, dropped a 70-61 decision to Campbell Hall-North Hollywood in opening day action at the Torrey Pines Holiday Classic.
FILE - In this Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009 file photo, actress and writer Carrie Fisher appears on the NBC "Today" television program in New York to discuss "Wishful Drinking," her autobiographical solo show on Broadway. On Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016, a publicist said Fisher has died at the age of 60. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
Carrie Fisher died at the age of 60 on Tuesday.
FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015 file photo, Carrie Fisher presents the life achievement award on stage at the 21st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. On Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016, a publicist said Fisher has died at the age of 60. (Photo by Vince Bucci/Invision/AP, File)
FILE - In this Nov. 13, 1978 file photo, Harrison Ford talks with Carrie Fisher during a break in the filming of the CBS-TV special "The Star Wars Holiday" in Los Angeles. On Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016, a publicist says Fisher has died at the age of 60. (AP Photo/George Brich, File)
FILE - In this Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2003 file photo, Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher arrive at the "Runway for Life" Celebrity Fashion Show Benefitting St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital and celebrating the DVD relese of Chicago in Beverly Hills, Calif. On Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016, a publicist said Fisher has died at the age of 60. (AP Photo/Jill Connelly, File)
FILE - This May 2, 1973 file photo shows Carrie Fisher, the 16-year-old daughter of Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher, in the back garden of the house on the East Side of New York where she lives with her mother. On Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016, a publicist says Fisher has died at the age of 60. (AP Photo/Jerry Mosey, File)
FILE - This Sept. 14, 1990 file photo shows actress and author Carrie Fisher in Beverly Hills, Calif. On Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016, a publicist says Fisher has died at the age of 60. (AP Photo/Julie Markes, File)
FILE - This May 2, 1973 file photo shows Carrie Fisher, the 16-year-old daughter of Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher, in New York. On Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016, a publicist says Carrie Fisher has died at the age of 60. (AP Photo/Jerry Mosey, File)
This 1978 photo, shows, from left, Kenny Baker, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew, Carrie Fisher, Harrison Ford, and Mark Hamill during the filming of the CBS-TV special "The Star Wars Holiday" in Los Angeles.
FILE - In this Jan. 2, 1957 file photo, Eddie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds hold their baby daughter, Carrie Frances Fisher, as the pose for a photo in the Hollywood area of Los Angeles. On Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016, a publicist says Carrie Fisher has died at the age of 60. (AP Photo, File)
FILE - This May 2, 1973 file photo shows Carrie Fisher, the 16-year-old daughter of Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher, in New York. On Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016, a publicist says Carrie Fisher has died at the age of 60. (AP Photo/Jerry Mosey, File)
A whirligig mite sits on a leaf.
The National Newspaper Association awarded former LVN reporter Christina Kuklica first place for her 2015 breaking story on teen suicide.
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A pair of snowshoers treks along Nevada Beach.
Dayton’s Lady Dust Devils took a heavy loss at home Thursday, when they took on Fallon’s Lady Wave.
Basketball is in Lindsey Drew’s blood. He’s the youngest son of former NBA star Larry Drew, a two-time NBA head coach and current Cleveland Cavaliers assistant head coach.
A target has been placed on the collective back of the Nevada Wolf Pack.
Now that I’ve drawn you in with my hyperbolic headline, let me clarify — what makes a snowshoe trail the best is highly subjective.
In a sudden turn around after an intense second quarter, the Dayton Dust Devils fell to the Greenwave by one point in overtime.
Federal vetera' status has been approved by Congress and signed by President Barack Obama for the National Guard and Reserves.Many guardsmenand reservists trained like their active-duty counterparts but never received federal veterans' recognition unless they deployed for more than 179 consecutive days.
Thousands of Nevada Army National guardsmen who served at least 20 years but never spent more than 179consecutive days on active duty will be affected by the Jeff Miller and Richard Blumenthal Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act of 2016. It grants veteran status for National Guard soldiers and airmen and reservists from all branches of service.
A couple reviews their Medicare plan and its options.
An elderly couple checks on their prescription at the local pharmacy.
The Northern Nevada Patriot Guard Riders were honored as Nevadaâs Veteran Supporter of the Month at the Governorâs Mansion.
Jentry and Victor Ansotegui welcomed their son Ronin on Dec. 10 at Banner Churchill Community Hospital.
Aug 05, 1948 - Dec 18, 2016 Geraldine “Gell” Wallace, 68, of Carson City, NV passed away December 18, 2016.
November 5th, 1965 - December 18th, 2016 On December 18th, Our Beautiful Susan was called to home by our Savior to join the rest of the Angels in Heaven.
Nov. 27, 1945 ~ Nov. 4, 2016 On Friday November 4th, 2016, Margaret “Peggy” John went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in Heaven.
March 24, 1927 ~ Dec. 19, 2016 John Nels Friberg, born in Fallon, Nevada on March 24, 1927 to Nels and Irene Friberg, passed away on December 19, 2016.
Ray David Henderson, fighter, loving father, and carpenter, died November 2nd, 2016 in Carson City, Nevada. He left us peacefully, passing in his sleep. Ray was 65 years old.
Mark W. Nagel, 72, died November 24, 2016 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol city Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Carol Beam, of Fallon, NV passed away peacefully in her home, Dec. 1, 2016, after a brief illness.
Lisa S. Mindrum, 57, died December 23, 2016 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
John R. Bowden, age 99 of Carson City passed away December 22, 2016. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home 775-882-2644
Gov. Brian Sandoval hand delivers cookies to Nevada soldier, Specialist Ryan Magera.
Wild horses graze in the Pine Nuts with the Sierra in the background.
A mobile classroom is seen at Mark Twain Elementary.
Several schools in the district are slated to have mobile classrooms, like these at Pioneer High School, replaced as soon as capital projects for the Carson City School District are completed.
It is rare when a calendar year leaves Nevada Wolf Pack fans drooling at the mouth and wanting more from all three of its most high profile sports on campus.
Partnership Carson City Youth Program Coordinator Brooklyn Maw, right center, works with One Up members, from left, Diana Alonso, Aadra Reed and Dominic Goodner at the Carson High School in Carson City, Nev. on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016. Since taking over in September, Maw has helped grow the teen group which focuses on alcohol, drug, suicide and sexual assault awareness and prevention. Photo by Cathleen Allison/Nevada Photo Source
Gary Douglas, whose career includes a stint on Broadway, is highlighting Cafe at adeleâs New Yearâs Eve celebration.
A two-vehicle crash early Christmas morning injured a driver and critically injured a passenger, who was flown to Reno's Renown Regional Medical Center.
Denise DiMarzo, far left, gathers donated gifts to load in Polymer Plastics Company warehouse at 550 Mallory Way, along with warehouse CEO Larry Stock and his employees.
The Northern Nevada Patriot Guard Riders were honored as Nevadaâs Veteran Supporter of the Month at the Governorâs Mansion.
Now I’ve drawn you in with my hyperbolic headline, let me clarify — what makes a snowshoe trail the best is highly subjective.
The Governor's Mansion is decororated for Christmas.
A clown made by Ann Bednarskiâs son, Douglas.
Gloriaâs ornament, one of many the Gardnerville resident collected before her death in 2008.
Tahoe/Douglas ELKS 2670 packed and delivered Christmas Baskets on Dec. 17 to benefit 10 area seniors who needed a little extra help this year. The baskets contained groceries, personal items, cash, a gift card and other items. Lap quilts were donated by members of the Carson Valley Quilt Guild, homemade goodies donated by Gloria Darrington, handmade slippers donated by Pat Hamilton, Smithâs donated the gift card and John Scott, State Farm Insurance, donated calendars and other items.
City Nationalâs Jeri Johnson (center) presents John Carne (far left) and Gary Dove of the Kiwanis Club (far right) with a $2,500 donation in support of Project Santa Claus. The money helped pay for new toys, clothes, bikes and much more for needed families throughout Douglas County. City National has provided holiday support this year to a number of nonprofit groups and charities throughout Northern Nevada totaling more than $15,000.
The Carson City School Districtâs first yoga class was introduced at Pioneer High School.
Maricela Segura, 17, right, of Carson City, talks with James Salanoa with the Carson City Visitors Bureau during the Opportunity Career Fair at Western Nevada College on April 1.
Western Nevada College students who passed Automotive Service Excellence certification exams are, from bottom left, Eddie Porter, Alejandro Gonzalez, Dominic Cerniglia and Eliezer Garnica, as well as, back row, Wendy Cochran, Nick Romberger, David Monroy and Alejandro Reyes. Instructor Jason Spohr is at far right.
CHS perfect attendance award winners for month of November.
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Carson High School senior Raynna Jackson performs her Senior Project for Toys for Tots Fundraiser.
CHIP winner Mackenzie Malone was recognized by Mr. Hogan for always helping other students.
Volunteers with Friends to All delivered gifts and brought Christmas cheer to more than 150 local seniors on Dec. 17.
Bud and Jean Hamilton enjoy a honeymoon dinner in January 1957 at the Mapes Hotel in Reno. The historic hotel, once the tallest building in Nevada, was demolished in 2000.
Jean and Bud Hamilton on their wedding day on Dec. 22, 1956.
Basketball is in Lindsey Drew’s blood. He’s the youngest son of former NBA star Larry Drew, a two-time NBA head coach and current Cleveland Cavaliers assistant head coach.
The Senators' Tez Allen (20) drives up the court against Reno Friday night.
Sand Mountain east of Fallon is a favorite for outdoor recreation.
The Eureka Opera House is a must-see stop along U.S. Highway 50 east.
Tahoe Wellness Cooperative is still open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Getting to Lake Tahoe over Donner Pass wasnât easy in the 1930s.
Ski jumpers at Granlibakkenâs Olympic Hill can see Lake Tahoe, circa 1930s.
Traffic passes through the Lake Tahoe Basin boundary by way of Highway 89 on Dec. 21.
The Foreman-Roberts House on North Carson Street is boarded after two fires were deliberately set damaging the historic home.
Quail keep warm in a snowy tree Thursday. Photo by Tom Hequet.
A Horshoe Club patron enters the casino Friday afternoon in Carson City.
Every few months or so, wild horses make their way to the east side of town on Nye Lane and they did so again Friday morning.
The Dicey Dames, a Dayton Bunko group, adopts a family every year for Christmas. Shown are Mary Culwell, Debbie Garretson, Brandi Gramolini, Pam Walsh, Melody Hoover, Kelly Knapp and myself Connie Corley along with presents for four local children.
RENO — The staples of the Carson High basketball program have been defensive intensity and half-court execution.
Western Nevada College is pleased to welcome Jim Barlow as the new head coach of its men’s and women’s soccer clubs.
Tonight is the night the fastest driver of all time makes his yearly run
Jesse Case is shown in action for Carson High Saturday.
Carson's Camryn Quilling (4) makes an acrobatic pass Saturday against Spring Creek at Reno High School.
June 22, 1925 – December 14, 2016 Richard Eugene Barnard was born in Minneapolis, MN.
Ken was born to Henry and Rose Frank Schmick on June 21, 1940 in Torrington, WY, he passed away surrounded by family on December 10, 2016 at his home in Carson City, NV.
Charles Adams submitted these photos, one of a traditional Christmas tree in cranberry and gold, and the other a blue whimsical tree. Photos by Tom Fraze.
Carson High’s wrestling team opened defense of its Sierra League championship with a 72-0 win over Galena Wednesday night.
LAS VEGAS — The first part of Nevada’s season ended with a win, albeit not a pretty one.
At left is Nevada Appeal 12 Days of Giving contest winner Casey Pruyt and Dayton Valley Golf Club Assistant Professional Josh Ralph. The 12 Days of Giving concludes today, to register, go to www.nevadaappeal.com.
A Nevada Department of Wildlife trap remains empty on Wednesday after a bear vacated the crawl space under Maria Livingston's home.
A bear's paws are visible in this photo taken under Maria Livingston's home on Tuesday.
Captain Mark Cyr collects toys with staff and patrons of MJâs Sports Bar in Carson City.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . Jay Norvell has yet to step on the field as head coach of the Nevada Wolf Pack football team, let alone call a play, yell at an official or give a pep talk in the locker room.
LAS VEGAS — If you look back at Jordan Caroline’s first 13 games in a Nevada uniform, you would be hard pressed to find a bad game.
Secret Witness is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of two individuals, pictured, allegedly involved in passing counterfeit money at multiple Carson City businesses. Anyone with information can contact the Carson City Sheriffâs Office at 775-283-7853, or Secret Witness at 775-322-4900. Tips also can be texted to 847411 (TIP411) keyword SW, or they can be submitted at www.secretwitness.com.
Kiemmy Boc, right, from the Childrenâs Miracle Network Hospital at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, takes a photo of a check received from Fallon Ford Toyota.
Give back this holiday season and throughout the year.
A veteran from the Spansih America War receives a wreath.
Sylvia Jackson of Fallon volunteers to place wreaths at the Churchill County Cemetery this week.
A wreath was placed for Richard Walter Weaver, one of two Nevada sailors killed aboard the USS Arizona on Dec. 7, 1941. Weaver, who was 18 years old at the time of his death, had attended schools in Churchill County before enlisting.
The University of Nevada, Reno will offer the Cattlemenâs Update Jan. 9â13 at various locations throughout Nevada. Fallon hosts the update on Jan. 10 beginning at 5:30 p.m. with dinner.
Many churches around the area have Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services this weekend.
Fallon grad Dalton Johnson (53) competes on defense against Occidental this season.
Christian Nemeth goes airborn to catch a pass during a Greenwave game against Lowry earlier this year.
LAS VEGAS – The last thing you would expect to see in a basketball locker room is a baseball bat.
While it wasn’t the year they hoped for, several Greenwave football players garnered all-state recognition.
Dalton Johnson wants to leave a lasting impression in Southern California.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . Jay Norvell has yet to step on the field as head coach of the Nevada Wolf Pack football team, let alone call a play, yell at an official or give a pep talk in the locker room.
Hannah Evans shoots a basket from the free throw line during Friday's home game.
Deer make their way to an apple tree on Dec. 16 in snowy Virginia City. Photo by Tom Hequet, who said the mining town is as much full of deer as it is horses year round.
Helen Dockery took her earthly leave on November 17, 2016, in Fairfield California, surrounded by her loved ones.
Helen Giurlani, passed away December 21,2016 in Carson City, NV. Walton’s Chapel of the Valley is in charge of her final arrangements.
Esther Paul, 90, of Sparks, NV died peacefully in her sleep Thursday December 15, 2016.
A silver Freightliner commercial vehicle and pickup collided at U.S. 95 South and St. Clair Road Wednesday morning at 7:39 a.m.
Two vehicles were involved in a crash south of Fallon on Wednesday morning.
Hugh (Mac) Leo McMahon Jr. passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on December 20, 2016, surrounded with the love and the gentle care of his daughter and his caretakers Shelly, Willisha, Jenny and Bobby.
DeWayne Thomas McCabe, of Carson City, died December 22, 2016. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Walton’s Chapel of the Valley. 775-882-4965
The Carson City Sheriffâs Office is asking for help in identifying two individuals, pictured, allegedly involved in passing counterfeit money at multiple Carson City businesses. Anyone with information can contact Detective David LeGros at 775-283-7853 or Lt. Brian Humphrey at 775-283-7850.
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Gwen Hopper places a Christmas wreath next to a grave marker of a veteran on Wednesday at Lone Mountain cemetery.
Army Guard Sgt. Robert Diaz helps 6-year-old Luis pick out a toy at the annual Holiday with a Hero program on Wednesday at Walmart.
Carson City Assistant Sheriff Ken Sandage and 6-year-old Zakiah are all smiles at the annual Holiday with a Hero event on Wednesday at Walmart.
Mayor Bob Crowell joins Paulette Sherrell, left, at a bench dedication in memory of her late husband Len Booth on Wednesday. Attending the brief ceremony are friends Gail Herstead, Jane Johnson and Bob Luce
Mayor Bob Crowell shares his memories of Harold Berger with the Berger family, at their dedicated bench on the corner of Carson and Telegraph.
Four generations of Harold Berger's family surround his dedicated bench, including Mayor Bob Crowell, during Wednesday's ceremony.
LAS VEGAS – The last thing you would expect to see in a basketball locker room is a baseball bat.
LAS VEGAS — After last week’s win over UC Irvine, Nevada coach Eric Musselman said the Wolf Pack needed more production from freshman Josh Hall.
Crews install at new traffic signal on Wednesday at the intersection of East College Parkway and Research Way. The new traffic signal will be in operation, beginning at 10 a.m. today. Carson City has installed the traffic signal in conjunction with Maverik, which has a store at the location. The signal is designed to improve safety and access to businesses and Maverik is also expanding to include a diesel fuel station at the location.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . The best men’s basketball team in the Mountain West right now plays its home games at Lawlor Events Center.
Ynez (Kidley) Justine Kyte passed away at her Fallon residence on December 18, 2016 after a short illness, with her family by her side.
Churchill County High School science teacher Karl Marsh and his students take several aerial photographs of the schoolâs music building construction nearing completion.
Churchill County School District Board President Clay Hendrix, right, recognizes trustee Dr. Greg Koenig for his 12 years of service to the district and strengths as a leader.
The projected goal was to raise at least 240 scarves, but the Our Angels With Flowers program collected about 50 more over the goal.
Intimate Designs Floral LLC owner Lori Morris, right, donates one of the scarves to a local senior.
Aja Harger's third grade class from Carson Montessori caroled at Sue Jesch's home Dec. 14, and brought her roses and gifts.
Tim Terry photographed Carson City looking north from the Rinckel Mansion.
Gulf Shrimp Salad
Owen and Garrett Streeter are selling two handcrafted chess sets they made at the holiday craft fair inside the Carson Mall. The fair is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Dec. 24.
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Nevada's Leland King II, left, and Washington's Noah Dickerson vie for a rebound in the first half Sunday, Dec. 11, in Seattle.
Nevada's Cameron Oliver in action against Washington in a game Sunday, Dec. 11, in Seattle.
LAS VEGAS — When Nevada basketball coach Eric Musselman was filling out his non-conference schedule, the South Point Holiday Hoops Classic turned out to be the perfect fit.
LAS VEGAS — Nevada sophomore forward Cameron Oliver hasn’t been getting much sleep these days for two reasons.
RENO — New Nevada head football coach Jay Norvell hired Matt Mumme and Jeff Casteel to be his offensive and defensive coordinator, respectively.
Greenwave wrestling assistant coach Dan Shaw, from left, wrestlers Matt Goings, Jack Swisher and Chase Hyde, and head coach Trevor de Braga represent Fallon in the second day of action at the Reno Tournament of Champions over the weekend. The three wrestlers advanced deep in the tournament but didn't medal.
Sean McCormick attempts to lift his opponent during a Greenwave wrestling match.
The Fallon Golf Course is still available to members during the closure; games can still be played, but none of the facilities can be used.
CHURCHILL COUNTY New Year’s Eve Bonfire: City of Fallon and the Churchill County Parks and Recreation is bringing you another year of fireworks and fun at the annual bonfire on Dec. 31 at 6 p.m.
The Fallon Golf Course closed recently in preparation for getting new management at the end of the year.
It doesn’t get any tougher than last weekend for the Greenwave wrestling team.
Friday night saw a fairly one-sided girls’ basketball game in the Elmo Dericco gym.
Despite a harrying offense from behind, the Greenwave could not overcome the South Tahoe Vikings Friday at the Elmo Dericco gym.
A good mattress can help in making a person feel more restful.
Members of the Vietnam Veterans of America chapter 989 in Reno pose with Leroy Strong, second from left, Strong, who served in Vietnam in the mid-1960s, was recently recognized for his service by the Nevada Department of Veterans Services and the VVA. From left are Dee Garner, membership chair of the VVA; Strong; Hal Wakeling, chapter 989 vice president; and Linda Dickinson, president.
150801-N-EH855-316 WATERS NEAR HAWAII (Aug. 1, 2015) An E/A-18G Growler from the Shadowhawks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, are en route to conduct a hull-swap with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) after serving seven years as the U.S. Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington in Yokosuka, Japan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bryan Mai/Released)
Richard Eugene Barnard, 91 of Minden, passed away on December 14, 2016. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations 775-888-6800.
Gene Groves died at his home in Dayton, Nevada, Sunday November 13 after a long illness. Gene was blessed with uncommon strength, intelligence, and drive that served him well to lead a very productive, good life. It also served his family and friends who came to know him as someone very special. He was well loved, and he is deeply missed.
Guy R. Zavadel, 54, died December 8, 2016 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Marie L. Horsley, age 79, long time resident of Fallon, Nevada passed away on December 12, 2016.
Longtime Dayton resident Salvatore Quilici died on Saturday, December 10, 2016, surrounded by his family. He was born on February 22,1939 in Lammari (Lucca) Italy to Ruggero and Annunziata Quilici. He came to the United States in 1948. He lived on the Quilici Ranch in Dayton NV.
Bryan Myers' quest to open a shop on Center Street was destroyed by fire in mid-November. Myers has set up a GoFundMe site to assist him with expenses.
My mother wrote on back of this picture, âDec. 20, 1942 Mobile, Alabama, almost 20 months old, Kenneth Paul, Beaton.â When this picture was returned with his personal items she wrote, âRichard carried this picture in his helmet each time he jumped. Died Dec. 3, 1943.â
Private Richard E. Daigle was a paratrooper in the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division, âThe Screaming Eagles.â This picture was taken before he was recruited to the First Special Service Force, âThe Devilâs Brigade.â
Eric Musselman uttered six words in the same sentence one right after the other after last Wednesday night that we never thought he’d ever say in public.
A group of about 40 protesters gathered outside the Capitol Monday morning just hours ahead of the electoral college vote in Nevada.
Juan Brena, 14 creates a gingerbread house during the Make Your Own Gingerbread House event at the Carson City Library on Sunday in Carson City.
Willard (Willie) Thomas Banta passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at home with his family by his side. He was 74 years of age.
Eusebio Zepeda Gonzalez, long time Fallon resident, passed away from injuries he sustained in a vehicle accident on December 15, 2016.
Mary Agnes Moretto, born in West Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Erwin and Agnes Roeglin, passed away December 15th with her family by her side.
Guests leave the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery after Saturday's Wreaths Across America program.
Guests listen to opening remarks before wreaths are placed.
Phonchana Johnson, a member of the Civil Air Patrol in Reno, renders a salute after placing a wreath.
Hundreds of volunteers and family members place wreaths at the gravesites.
Gov. Brian Sandoval said Monday he’s still confident the Davis family remains committed to move the Raiders to Las Vegas.
Gail was a daughter, sister, and mother who was loved, and by God’s grace began to truly love those around her. A woman plagued by wrong choices throughout her life, Gail found joy in her daughter and in her many pets through the years. She will be missed by her family that she had grown to love, and who grew to love her this past year. 1 Corinthians 13.
Bruce Coulter, age 87, of Carson City, died at Carson Tahoe Hospital, December 11, 2016.
After a brief battle with cancer, William “Bill” Bunch passed away December 16 at the Carson Tahoe Hospital surrounded by his family.
Elmer (Ed) Walter Waterhouse was born on July, 29, 1921. He died quietly in his sleep on December 18, 2016.
Phyllis LaRena Dakins of Carson City passed away peacefully on December 4, 2016, just a few days after her 96th birthday. Phyllis was born on November 30, 1920 to Fred and Lucille (Batson) Meekins in St. Anthony, Iowa. She grew up there with her three brothers, Jerry, Leland, and Loren, and graduated from St. Anthony High School. Despite financial struggles, the Meekins home was always filled with music. Lucille was an accomplished pianist, and Phyllis often blended her alto voice with Jerry’s tenor, performing duets at church functions, community events, and occasionally, on the radio.
Wreaths line the columbarium.
Guests listen to opening remarks before wreaths are placed.
Phonchana Johnson, a member of the Civil Air Patrol in Reno, renders a salute after placing a wreath.
Hundreds of volunteers and family members place wreaths at the gravesites.
Pat Cate gets her first visit from volunteers of the Friends to All program.
From left, Pete Pradere as Santa gives senior Pat Cate her gifts along with his daughter, Sarah, and her son, Henry.
Friends to All founder Gwen Currie Pradere knocks on Pat Cate's door Saturday morning to deliver donated items.
Friends to All volunteer Kristi Hughes brought along her daughter, Bella, to donate gifts to seniors such as Mitsu Uramoto.
Friends to All volunteers divided up into 12 teams and visited seniors Saturday morning.
Mitsu Uramoto opens her door Saturday morning on Musser Street to a surprise visit from the Friends to All program.
Diagnosed with Neuroblastoma in April 2015, 4-year-old Logan Smith shows a big smile to Santa after receiving a candy cane and train whistle Saturday at the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
Danton Vidovich, 10, who finished chemotherapy in January, operates the controls of Old No. 25 Saturday at the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
13-year-old Holden Egelston takes a photo with Santa and his elves Michelle Hawkins (left) and Shylin Roberts (right) Saturday at Adele's.
Mayor Bob Crowell's grandchildren Lindsey and Ashley Harris have a photo with St. Nick Saturday at Adele's.
2-year-old Jemma Wirtanen is all smiles as she sits on Santa's lap Saturday during 'Cookies With Santa' at Adele's in Carson City.
Dana Whaley, general manager of Carson City Toyota presents Tawnya Cook with her gift card for winning during the Nevada Appealâs 12 Days of Giving. Each day a new contest begins. Register for your chance to win at www.nevadaappeal.com.
Chad Lundquist/Nevada Appeal
The Tahoe/Douglas Elks Lodge recently provided winter clothes to some students from C.C. Meneley Elementary School. Students were provided sweatshirts complete with the âMountain Lionsâ logo. Each child also received gloves, knit hats, and a winter coat and three books that were picked for them by their teachers. This effort was funded by Elks member donations and a Beacon Grant from the Elks National Foundation in Chicago. The grant also will provide funding shoes, socks and other clothing needed at the school. From the left are Elk member Mike Corral; Phoenix, Zion and Bryce Terhune; Mr. Terhune and Elk Member Anne Marie Neacy.
Jeremiah Beauford, PHS student, and Jourdan Rowbottom, PHS teacher.
The nonprofit Misfits Theater Group dedicated net ticket sales from its recent play, âThe Love Child,â to the Dayton Food Pantry and the Dayton Senior Center. Funds were distributed between these organizations so that members of the community could have a merrier Christmas. In addition to ticket sales, donations were made by private patrons and the Pioneer Crossing Casino. From left: Ali Trier, director of Dayton Valley Food Pantry; Kay Thornburg, president of Misfits Theater Group; Carol Bauer, director of âThe Love Child;â and Stephanie Wolf, director of Dayton Senior Center. Play cast and crew are in the background.
Ogres-Holm Pottery Studio is now open inside the Carson Mall. Shown is Jo Moore, co-owner, with her husband Merrill Moore looking over her shoulder, as she demonstrates her technique on a pottery wheel. The studio is open to artists who wish to learn or hone their pottery skills. Unique one-of-a-kind pottery created by the Mooreâs and resident artists is for sale within the store and make perfect gifts.
Representatives from Stand Tall attended the Nevada Clean Indoor Air Act anniversary celebration at the Governorâs Mansion. High school student Cimberlyn Andrus talked about the importance of awareness of the health effects of tobacco use and second hand smoke. Other Stand Tall members present were Ileen Tracy, Linnea Sutton, and Ann Marie Fimby of Silver Stage High School; Destiny Gilbert and Jacob Pry-Were from Dayton High School; Christina Hegstad and Kevin Smith from Yerington High School and Savannah Clark and Kennedy Lyon-Lindersmit from Fernley High School. Kathy McIntosh and Tammy Sutton, certified community health workers with Healthy Communities, also attended.
Brenda, Jaye, Sue and Jan at Fleet Reserve Associationâs annual Christmas party in Gardnerville.
Billie and Kenneth Luther of Dayton are coming up on 60 years of marriage.
Luis Rowell brings his flashlight-guided robot to the finish of a maze during the Western Nevada College Robot Olympics, part of the school's Jump Start College program. From left are, Linda Whitehill, WNC community education coordinator, Emily Howarth, WNC professor of electronics and industrial technology and student Aaron Fischer.
Two pallets filled with American union-made coats, wait for distribution to their new homes with Douglas County school children.
Nico Salm and Elise Brady prepare for the CHS Dodgeball Tournament.
Phillip Brady
CHS Speech and Debate competed in the McQueen tournament last weekend. The team earned over 50 top three or perfect points on ballots during the two-day event.
There hasn’t been much on the negative side when talking about Nevada’s fast start in men’s basketball.
RENO — Sheldon Miller’s first goal was to make it to the second day of the prestigious Tournament of Champions, and the second was to medal.
This image released by Barry Sellers shows a holiday-themed T-shirt featuring a llama. With Christmas and Hanukkah bumping together this year _ Hanukkah begins on Dec. 24 _ llamas have become an oddball theme on ugly sweaters, gift wrap, greeting cards and other items for both holidays. (Barry Sellers via AP)
This image released by Tipsy Elves shows a holiday-themed sweater featuring a llama. With Christmas and Hanukkah bumping together this year _ Hanukkah begins on Dec. 24 _ llamas have become an oddball theme on ugly sweaters, gift wrap, greeting cards and other items for both holidays. (Tipsy Elves via AP)
Carson's Jake Roman is in a spot of bother Friday during a match at the Reno Events Center.
Carson's Seth Reichelt has a California wrestler in trouble Friday at the Tournament of Champions.
RENO — It wasn’t the prettiest of starts, but in the long run it didn’t make any difference.
From left: Captain Ron Santos (paramedic), Engineer Dennis Cote (paramedic), Captain Jeff James (paramedic) during a pediatric care simulation.
Clouds hover over the Topsy Lane shopping center. Nicole Wiencek, who submitted the photo, said the oblong clouds look like an alien invasion over the capital city.
Becca Melino accepts her gift card from Carson Tahoe Auxiliary Gift Shop as part of the Nevada Appeal's 12 Days of Giving. Go to nevadaappeal.com for your chance to win. The 12 Days of Giving runs through Dec. 23.
Ace's mascot 'Archie' helps CCSO Deputy Dan Jones load the back of his vehicle Friday at Greater Nevada Credit Union.
Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong and Sgt. Daniel Gonzales pose for a photo by the Christmas tree at Greater Nevada Credit Union with Ace's baseball team mascot 'Archie' Friday.
John Rupert, 15, killed a buffalo this year using a bow and arrow on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in Browning, MT.
The silver bolo tie made by Daytonâs Jon Austin was feature in the Parade Magazineâs gift guide. The tie is available at the Legislative gift shop.
Carson High School NJROTC students compete in a cardboard vessel competition at the Aquatics Facility in Carson City on Wednesday.
Jennifer Arellano, 17, and her fellow Carson High School Naval Junior ROTC students compete in a cardboard vessel competition at the Aquatics Facility in Carson City on Wednesday.
Carson High School Naval Junior ROTC students compete in a cardboard vessel competition at the Aquatics Facility in Carson City, Nev. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2016. Photo by Cathleen Allison/Nevada Photo Source
Nathan Gonzales, 18, with Carson High School Naval Junior ROTC, paddles a cardboard vessel across the pool at the Aquatics Facility in Carson City on Wednesday. Gonzalesâ team won the competition with eight trips across the pool.
RENO — It wasn’t the prettiest of starts, but in the long run it didn’t make any difference.
RENO – A small contingent of Carson High wrestlers will carry the torch into the second day of the Tournament of Champions at the Reno Event Center.
A green Honda Civic was driven by Stephen Johnson, 25, of Silver Springs. Johnson died at the scene.
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension offers âNoxious Weeds and Weed Lawâ Jan. 26 as part of their green industry training. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 24 â Feb. 16, teaching sustainable horticulture to local industry professionals.
Shot of a mature woman lying back on her sofa listening to music on a digital tablet
Shot of a mature woman lying back on her sofa listening to music on a digital tablet
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1002 in Fallon recognizes a Churchill County High School student who placed first locally in the Voice of Democracy essay contest. From left are Dick Hurstak, post commander; CCHS freshman Ashbee Trotter; Mac McLean, senior vice commander; and Donna Bettencourt, president of the VFW Auxiliary.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars recognized two Churchill County Middle School students for their participation in the Patriot's Pen essay contest. From left, Mac McLean, senior vice commander; Britney McArthur, first place; Dick Hurstak, post commander; Anbar Peres, second place; and Donna Bettencourt, president of the VFW Auxiliary.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1002 in Fallon recognizes a Churchill County High School student who placed first locally in the Voice of Democracy essay contest. From left are Dick Hurstak, post commander; CCHS freshman Ashbee Trotter; Mac McLean, senior vice commander; and Donna Bettencourt, president of the VFW Auxiliary.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars recognized two Churchill County Middle School students for their participation in the Patriot's Pen essay contest. From left, Mac McLean, senior vice commander; Britney McArthur, first place; Dick Hurstak, post commander; Anbar Peres, second place; and Donna Bettencourt, president of the VFW Auxiliary.
Lahontan Elementary School first-graders Ruth Fisher, 6, left, and Jace Few, 7, pack a box almost as big as they are to send to Nevada Army National Guard units stationed in Kuwait during Christmas.
Finn Few, 3, and Jace's younger brother, helps carry the hot commodity of toilet paper before their mom and Parent Teacher Organization president, Sheila Washington, seals up the military care packages.
Lahontan Elementary School first-graders Ruth Fisher, 6, left, and Jace Few, 7, pack a box almost as big as they are to send to Nevada Army National Guard units stationed in Kuwait during Christmas.
Jaden DeJoseph shoots a free throw in the first half against Reed Thursday night.
Tez Allen (20) is fouled on the way to the bucket Thursday night at Reed.
Adventure photographer/videographer Corey Rich speaks on 'Embracing Discomfort' Friday afternoon at TEDx Carson City.
Carson City attorney John Rutledge speaks on how America's lawyers and legal system need to change at TEDx Carson City Friday.
Cheyenna Burrows of Minton Farm Fresh out of Yuba City, Calif. arranges fruit at their booth Saturday at the 3rd & Curry Street Farmer's Market.
Court Cardinal, president of Casino Fandango presents Teresa Di Loreto, Executive Director and Dan Morgan, Director from the Nevada Military Support Alliance with a $5,000 check Thursday. Casino Fandango raised the money during a $10,000 Veteran's Day promotion in November.
SPARKS — The Carson Senators are finally at full strength, and that’s bad news for the rest of the Northern Nevada 4A basketball teams.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... The best men’s basketball team in the Mountain West right now plays its home games at Lawlor Events Center.
LOS ANGELES — United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) has announced the Western Nevada Football Club has joined the league and will participate in the Pro Premier Division.
Jody Hedgcorth, Kids Christmas Coordinator for Western Nevada Supply, greets volunteers at Walmart on Topsy Lane.
Rick Reviglio (right), president and general manager of Western Nevada Supply, Katie Leao, chief professional officer for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada (center) and Kathie DâAvolio, at the Western Nevada Supply Kids Christmas Shopping Spree last Saturday.
Chief Juvenile Probation Officer Ben Bianchi and Deputy Chief Probation Officer Ali Banister go over a case file in their office.
Newly appointed Chief of Juvenile Probation Services Ali Banister stands in front of the Murphy- Bernardini Regional Juvenile Detention Center.
The Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley is participating in Saturday's âWreaths Across America" recognition program.
The Lyon County Sheriff's Office and Human Services are movinginto a new building in Silver Springs.
Coach Eric Musselman acknowledges the crowd following the Pack's win against Irvine Wednesday.
Pack guard D.J. Fenner (15) pops a jump shot over the top of UC Irvine's 7-2 center Ioannis Dimakopoulos (12) Wednesday night.
The Pack's Marcus Marshall drives towards the bucket Wednesday night at Lawlor Events Center.
RENO — It was raining 3s all night Wednesday at Lawlor Events Center.
Hayden Strasdin (left) goes to block a shot by Fernley's Ren Arroyo during the Greenwave's Tuesday game in Fernley.
Hannah Evans leaps to make a basket, opposed by the Lady Vaqueros, during the Lady Wave's away game against Fernley.
Leilani Otuafi (left) tries to block Lady Vaquero Jaiden Sullivan's advance during the Lady Wave's away game in Fernley.
Through three quarters, the Fernley girls basketball team was giving the best team in the Northern 3A all it could handle.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and for the Fernley and Fallon boys basketball teams, no example proves that more than Tuesday night
Chris Klenakis is an unsung hero of college football.
A dreary weather forecast is on the cards for today, but a system should clear out later, bringing partly sunny skies and highs in the 30s on Saturday.
Jordan Caroline powers to the hoop against the UC Irvine Anteaters Wednesday at Lawlor Events Center.
Mary R. (DeDe) Westerberg, of Carson City, Nevada, died on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at her residence in Skyline Estates. The cause of death was heart failure.
Lynn Klinger Bryant was called home to the Lord on December 9, 2016 after a brave 3 ½ year fight with brain cancer. She was surrounded by her family.
James Emmett Stone passed away December 13, 2016 in Fallon, Nevada.
Louis Ora Shade, long time resident of Fallon passed away at Tahoe Pacific on December 13, 2016. Arrangements are under the direction of The Gardens Funeral Home, Crematory and Cemetery 2949 Austin Highway Fallon, Nevada 89406
Coach Eric Musselman acknowledges the crowd following the Pack's win against Irvine Wednesday.
Jordan Caroline powers to the hoop against the UC Irvine Anteaters Wednesday at Lawlor Events Center.
Guard Josh Hall goes to the bucket for two against the Anteaters of UC Irvine Wednesday.
The Pack's Marcus Marshall drives towards the bucket Wednesday night at Lawlor Events Center.
Five Northern Nevada robotic teams competed in seven rounds of the FIRST Tech Challenge at Western Nevada College Wednesday night.
Five Northern Nevada robotic teams competed in seven rounds of the FIRST Tech Challenge at Western Nevada College Wednesday night.
The Sonic Screwdrivers were the only all-femalemiddle school group in the competition, from Eagle Valley.
Rylan Fancher, 15, far right, shows his teammates of Team Captain how to use controls for their robot before the competition.
Deputy James Boggan, Sgt. John Hitch, Sgt. Darrin Sloan, Deputy Dan Jones and Deputy Jerrod Adams accept their Medal of Valor and Meritorious Service Medal for their actions during the 2014 Sand Mountain shooting.
Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong congratulates newly promoted Sgt. Matthew Smith and his daughter Wednesday.
Carson City Sheriff's Volunteer Coordinator Ken Smith accepts his award for Civilian Employee of the Year.
Wrestlers from 13 states, including 11 Nevada schools, will converge on the Reno Events Center for the prestigious Tournament of Champions this weekend.
RENO — Jordan Caroline might be forcing the NCAA to keep track of a new statistic.
Matt Wilkerson as Elvis visits with Victoria Quintana. Wilkerson is reviving music by the King of Rock and Roll at Youth Theatre Carson Cityâs an annual holiday show on Saturday.
More than 20 young performers from Youth Theatre Carson Cityâs Showstoppers are bringing their talent to the Community Center.
RENO — It was raining 3s all night Wednesday at Lawlor Events Center.
James B. Wiebe Jr. 83 of Minden, passed away on December 14, 2016, Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations. 775-888-6800
Renee Lee Magrini, of Dayton, NV peacefully left us on Thursday morning, December 8th, 2016 at the young age of 57. Renee, the oldest of three daughters of Sandra and Paul Magrini, was born in Youngstown, OH and moved to Reno
Meri C. Ellis, 61, died December 13, 2016 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Kimberly Landry will soon be opening Scoups Ice Cream & Soup Bar in McFadden Plaza.
View of Main Street in San Andreas, including the courthouse (left), in the 1930s.
FILE - In this Dec. 4, 2016, file photo, South Carolina guard Sindarius Thornwell cheers on his teammates from the bench during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Florida International in Columbia, S.C. South Carolina will be hard pressed to keep up its undefeated start, facing two difficult tasks on the road without suspended leading scorer Sindarius Thornwell. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford, File)
FILE - In this Nov. 6, 2016, file photo, Oakland Raiders fans hold up signs about the team's possible move to Las Vegas during an NFL football game between the Raiders and the Denver Broncos in Oakland, Calif. City and county officials are expected to vote Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2016, on a deal for a new $1.3 billion stadium that supporters hope will keep the Oakland Raiders in town. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
Former professional football players Ronnie Lott, second from right, and Marcus Allen embrace as former NFL quarterback Rodney Peete, left, watches after a Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2016, in Oakland, Calif. The Alameda County Board of Supervisors has approved a $1.3 billion stadium project that might keep the Oakland Raiders in town. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
FILE - In this Dec. 24, 2015, O.co Coliseum is reflected in a puddle before an NFL football game between the Oakland Raiders and the San Diego Chargers in Oakland, Calif. City and county officials are expected to vote Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2016, on a deal for a new $1.3 billion stadium that supporters hope will keep the Oakland Raiders in town. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)
Frenched lamb rib chops by David Theiss.
Nevada's Cameron Oliver (0) blocks a shot by Washington's Carlos Johnson in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Westside Pour House was one of more than 20 downtown businesses participating in the annual Holiday Crawl 2016 on Dec. 3 in Carson City. The event raises money for the Holiday With a Hero shopping day for underprivileged local kids.
Silver State Gymnastic Academy opened its season two weeks ago in Reno at the Eye Opener Meet.
RENO — Effort is something Eric Musselman has preached since he took over the Nevada program last year, and opposing coaches always talk about how hard the Wolf Pack plays.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — South Tahoe outscored Dayton 17-4 in the first quarter en route to an easy 81-50 victory in a 3A boys basketball game Tuesday night.
The Nevada Artists Association gallery, at Carson Cityâs Brewery Arts Center, offers one of a kind, original art for sale. The not-for-profit association is exhibiting the Nevada Day Art Show through Jan. 6. The gallery offers the original works of more than 90 regional and local artists, in paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, pottery and fine hand crafted jewelry. For holiday shoppers, the gallery is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday through Dec. 23 at 449 W. King St. Go to NevadaArtists.org.
The local Toys for Tots program is still collecting toys and cash for its annual program.
Dr. Thomas Schwenk
Nevada guard Marcus Marshall scored a mid-range jump shot off a drive with less than a second left to give the Wolf Pack an 87-85 victory over Washington on Sunday night in Seattle.
Lovelock shocked the Greenwave boys basketball team Thursday as the Mustangs galloped away with a 71-40 home win against the Northern 3A team.
The Lady Wave went 2-1 during their tournament in Roseville, Calif., last week, claiming a number of tournament honors for Fallon students.
RENO — Effort is something that Eric Musselman has preached ever since he took over the Nevada program last year, and opposing coaches always talk about how hard the Wolf Pack plays.
Five wrestlers never lost a match as the Greenwave flexed its muscles in Southern Nevada over the weekend.
Oasis Academy senior Alyssa Stockard achieved the best score possible on the ACT and hopes to attend Brigham Young University in the fall and receive a scholarship.
Pearl Harbor survivors Delmar Schwichtenberg (left) and Robert Lloyd stand and salute as Taps is played Wednesday morning at the Capitol.
Churchill County High School senior December Trott, right, sings in rehearsal for the madrigal-themed dinner and concert fundraiser, "A Ceremony of Carols."
Matthew Davis moves to block a player from Pyramid Lake during a Greenwave middle school game earlier this season.
Matthew Davis takes a free throw shot during the Greenwave middle schooler's game against Dayton.
Fallon's Josh Mauga (90) has been rule out for the rest of the season because of injury.
The Churchill County Middle School boys’ basketball seventh graders fought hard this season, taking a second-place finish at Saturday’s league tournament in Dayton.
When Pro Bowl linebacker Derrick Johnson suffered a season-ending Achilles injury in the Chiefs’ Thursday night win over the Raiders to take control of the AFC West, there was a glimmer of hope that Fallon’s Josh Mauga could return to the field.
Robert Edmund Fitz, 82, left his earthly home to be with his Heavenly Father on December 9, 2016.
Born in Crowley, LA to Joseph and Lucy Simar. Gennie passed away at her home in Fallon, NV.
Irene Whitney Baxter, 99, a long time resident of Fallon, was taken by an angel from The Homestead on Saturday the 10th of December.
Retired Lieutenant Colonel James N. Madsen, a long time Carson City resident passed away on December 10, 2016, at the age of 88.
Peggy Ruth Doughty went to the Lord the night of Thursday, December 1st, 2016.
Marianne Rhoads, a senior paralegal at Rutledge Law Center admires a Christmas tree in their lobby decorated by Carson City resident Charles Adams. Adams, who has photographed many celebreties and was Muhammad Ali's personal photographer, calls his design the "Magic of Christmas."
Michelle Hawkins
Cars make their way down Fairview Drive on Saturday during a story that dumped up to 5 inches of rain.
Papa Pack is back. Chris Ault, the unofficial father of all sporting things silver and blue on north Virginia Street, has returned to the Nevada Wolf Pack football program.
Photos of the Wungnema family are seen on the mantle over the fireplace in the Wungnema House in Mills Park. To see inside the historic site, attend an open house on Sunday, Dec. 18.
Blair Roman, Carson High football coach, said goodbye to his senior football players Sunday afternoon at the annual end-of-the-season banquet held at the Plaza Conference Center.
David M. Wedin, 74, died December 8, 2016 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Alberta J. Rensing, 78, died December 12, 2016 in Dayton, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Lynn Helen Bryant, 68 of Carson City, passed away on December 9, 2016. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations 775-888-6800.
Harvey L. Clark, 27, died November 11, 2016 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Vincent D. Palmieri, 83, died December 10, 2016 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766
Bernard Ponte, age 90, passed away on December 5, 2016 in Reno, Nevada.
Dean Brownell, beloved musician, husband,father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, has left this world to play in the big jam in the sky.
Western Nevada College nursing students, from left, Randall Oxoby, Kelsey Ricketts, Kendall Valdez and Robert Barlow stand in front of the Angel Tree, which is located in Cedar Building Room 231.
Top Notch Distributors, Inc. recently completed a 33,000-square foot expansion to its Carson City location on Research Way, making it the companyâs largest operation at over 60,000 square feet and 40 employees.
A blueprint of the proposed first floor of the Ormsby House.
The Ormsby House.
Gov. Sandoval and Nevada National Guard in United Arab Emirates.
Governors Sandoval, Fallin and Walker in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Gov. Sandoval in Kuwait
Gov. Sandoval in Kuwait
Gov. Sandoval in Kuwait
Gov. Sandoval in Kuwait
Gov. Sandoval with 485th Nevada National Guard
Gov. Sandoval in Kabul
Gov. Sandoval in Kabul
Gov. Sandoval in Kabul
Gov. Brian Sandoval with the 485th Nevada National Guard Military Police Co.
Gov. Brian Sandoval hand delivers cookies to a Nevada soldier. Recently, he ran into a mother a Nevada National Guardsmen who is stationed abroad and he mentioned this upcoming trip. She asked if he would deliver cookies to her son should they run into one another. Sandoval wasnât sure he would see her son but agreed to take them with him. As luck would have it, the Governor did meet âSpecialist Ryanâ and delivered his motherâs fresh batch of cookies on this trip.
Chad Lundquist/Nevada Appeal
The Gill Family is one of the five Sikh families in Carson Valley. From Left, Gursharan Singh Gill, Jasmine Kaur Gill, Labh Singh Gill, Navneet Kaur Gill, and Jaspreet Kaur Gill.
Labh Singh Gill has been a crosswalk guard for the past 3 years.
The Gill Family is one of the five Sikh families in Carson Valley. From Left, Gursharan Singh Gill, Jasmine Kaur Gill, Labh Singh Gill, Navneet Kaur Gill, and Jaspreet Kaur Gill.
Second place, Sorensonâs Resort, by Beth Brenton
First place in Carson City Photo Clubâs monthly competition, themed âFall Colors,â went to Hope Valley by AJ Depew.
An annual ceremony on Dec. 7 honored JAG students at PHS.
Nevada's Jordan Caroline, right, pulls in a rebound next to Saint Mary's Joe Rahon during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, in Moraga, Calif. At left is Nevada's Cameron Oliver. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Skylar Glock
Phillip Brady
Mrs. Koopâs monarch butterflies
10-year-old Darby Larsen smiles as she chats with Santa Saturday at Carson Middle School.
Daylee Ross, 4, of Bakersfield, Ca. smiles for the camera Saturday.
When a team plays every few days like Nevada’s basketball team did in November, it’s easy to get into a rhythm.
I admit to being a bit surprised at Nevada’s selection of Jay Norvell as its new football coach.
WINNEMUCCA — Carson High’s wrestling squad finished fourth at the two-day Cody Louk Invitational.
Judy Haar, left, of SCORE, and Kay Ko, founder of the Kumon Math & Reading Center, an after-school math and reading program based in Reno.
Betty Morton from the College of Southern Nevada is the first female to receive the Nevada Builders Alliance Womenâs Council Construction Studies Scholarship. Fellow awardees were Joseph Brand from Great Basin College, Donovan Walker from Western Nevada College, and Richard Schnitz from Truckee Meadows Community College.
Members of Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church sing Christmas carols Dec. 4 at Bed Bath and Beyond.
Friends To All volunteer Santa Kevin Broward visits with Allenna at the Carson City Downtown Business Association cookies and hot chocolate tent at the ice rink after the tree lighting during the Silver & Snowflakes Festival of Lights. Friends to All is a nonprofit that provides visits from Santa and his helpers to Carson City seniors. This year visits will take place on Dec. 17. Contact Gwen Pradere at 775-301-6747.
JJ Ply gets up in the air during the initial jump ball at the beginning of the game Friday.
Aleea McGill-Howe passes to a teammate in a game against Pershing County Friday at the Reno Events Center.
Trevor Burrows makes an easy layup for Dayton against Pershing County at the Reno Events Center Friday.
Amanda Hammon Lonsberry's Christmas tree features ornaments from Carosn City in her Mount Morris, N.Y., home.
FISH Executive Director receives a $1000 check from Carson City Les Schwab's Jason Brumbaugh and Guy Domingues Friday at the food drive.
Soroptomist President and FISH volunteer Jean Bondiett carries a donated bag of food to a receptacle Friday at the Governor's Mansion.
RENO — For 26 minutes, the Dayton Dust Devils gave Lovelock all it could handle.
I had to drive from my house in Dayton to Reno on Thursday.
USS Nevada survivor Geb Galle speaks with U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. William R. Burks, Adjutant General for the State of Nevada, before a commemoration ceremony at the USS Nevada Memorial on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The U.S. military and the State of Hawaii are hosting a series of remembrance events throughout the week to honor the courage and sacrifices of those who served during Dec. 7, 1941, and throughout the Pacific theater.
RENO —Jay Norvell has already made a very clear and definite promise to Nevada Wolf Pack football fans.
Saint Mary's Joe Rahon, right, drives the ball against Nevada's D.J. Fenner during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, in Moraga, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
eb. 15, 1918 ~ Dec. 6, 2016 Ada Hellwinkel Uhart passed away on December 6, 2016 at the age of 98.
Donnie Gerald Woodward, age 70, passed away November 27, 2016. Arrangements are with Walton’s Chapel of the Valley
Marcia Fillmore, age 63, passed away December 3, 2016. Arrangements are with Walton’s Chapel of the Valley
Jerry was born to Lester Lehman and Ada Lehman (Hamm), is survived by 3 daughters (Sandra, Linda & Nancy), a son (Richard), 3 In-laws (David, Peter & Serena), 11 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild & numerous beloved friends. Jerry started building and racing race cars in the 70s, and raced into the 00s. Till the end, racing was near and dear to his heart. His other passions were pool and bowling.
Would like to thank the community for showering us with so much love and support, after the death of our dad and brother, Tim.
âVirginia City Winterâ by Charles Muench depicts an overlook of the historic mining town covered in snow. Muench is holding his annual holiday studio show Saturday and Sunday in Gardnerville.
Dr. Joseph Iser, District Health Officer, Southern Nevada Health District addresses the group gathered at the Nevada Tobacco Prevention Coalition's celebration Thursday at the Governor's Mansion.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... Jay Norvell, when he officially becomes the next head coach of the Nevada Wolf Pack, will be the most qualified man to ever hold the position in school history. The 53-year-old Norvell played Big 10 football at Iowa.
D.J. Fenner is going home, and he’s pumped.
Carson City Fire Chief Bob Schreihans accepts a check from Firehouse Subs co-owner Damon Kreizenbeck and Public Safety Foundation Senior Manager of Foundation Programs Jackie Gubbins.
Capital City Arts Initiative Executive Director Sharon Rosse, left, is seen with Collyn Aubrey of Sierra Nevada College. Aubrey, the collegeâs student art coordinator, is showing her work in Carson City along with eight other student artists.
Dalton Kaady looks for an opening through Lowry's defense during Fallon's rivalry game against the Buckaroos.
Caitlyn Welch looks for a way past Lowry's Sydney Connors during their game Tuesday.
The Fallon Crafters Cooperative has on display items from 25 vendors.
Mike Thomas lectures on Star Wars at Western Nevada Collegeâs Jack C. Davis Observatory on Dec. 12, 2015.
After an intense back and forth game in the Elmo Dericco gym, the Greenwave snatched a one-point win from the Lowry Buckaroos on Tuesday.
The Lady Wave girls’ basketball team dominated Lowry’s Lady Bucks in the Elmo Dericco gym Tuesday night, by taking a 59-42 victory.
The biggest college sport in the area found its replacement coach on Wednesday.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . Jay Norvell, when he officially becomes the next head coach of the Nevada Wolf Pack, will be the most qualified man to ever hold the position in school history.
This image provided by C-SPAN2 shows retiring Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid of Nev. giving his final speech on the Senate floor on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016. (C-SPAN2 via AP)
Douglas' Isabelle Peterson smashes the ball past a pair of Bishop Gorman players Friday at the state tournament.
Kallie Strong serves for the Dustdtevils Friday at Damonte High School.
Saint Mary's Joe Rahon, right, drives the ball against Nevada's D.J. Fenner during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, in Moraga, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Saint Mary's Jock Landale, right, shoots over Nevada's Cameron Oliver (0) defends against Saint Mary's Jock Landale earlier this season.
Songwriter and storyteller Antsy McClain is starring in Christmas at the Trailer Park Friday at the Brewery Arts Center.
Mike Thomas lectures on Star Wars at Western Nevada Collegeâs Jack C. Davis Observatory on Dec. 12, 2015.
Pearl Harbor survivors Delmar Schwichtenberg (left) and Robert Lloyd stand and salute as Taps is played Wednesday morning at the Capitol.
People stand as the colors leave the ceremony Wednesday morning.
Lt. Governor Mark Hutchison reads a proclamation from Gov. Sandoval's offices as Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell looks on.
Moriah Lane of Carson City shops for fresh produce Wednesday at the new Food Maxx store.
Food Maxx Store Manager Wayne Cobb is surrounded by other employees as he cuts the ribbon at the store's grand opening Wednesday in east Carson City.
The Nugget is hosting Rex Meredithâs holiday special on Dec. 16.
Justin Rivera, a judgesâ favorite on âAmericaâs Got Talent,â will return to the Nugget on Dec. 9.
Parents wait outside Hug High School after a shooting on campus caused a lockdown, Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016, in Reno, Nev. (Andy Barron/The Reno Gazette-Journal via AP)
Reno police officer Tim Broadway briefs reporters outside Hug High School on the north side of Reno, Nev., on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016 after a Washoe County School District police officer shot a student following a disturbance at the school. The student was taken to a Reno hospital where there was no immediate word on the student's condition. (AP Photo/Scott Sonner)
An arugula salad topped with roasted delicata squash and other goodies is a great healthy side for Thanksgiving dinner.
FILE - In this Dec. 7, 1941 file photo, people buy newspapers reporting the Japanese attack on U.S. bases in the Pacific Ocean, at Times Square in New York. (AP Photo/Robert Kradin)
FILE - In this Dec. 7, 1941 file photo provided by the U.S. Navy, sailors stand among wrecked airplanes at Ford Island Naval Air Station as they watch the explosion of the USS Shaw in the background, during the Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Today marks the 75th anniversary of the attack that brought the United States into World War II.
FILE - This Dec. 7, 1941 image provided by the U.S. War Department made from a Japanese newsreel shows Japanese planes over Hawaii during the attack on Pearl Harbor. (AP Photo/U.S. War Department)
Retired college professor Charles T. Sehe.
Pearl Harbor attack survivor Charles Sehe addresses attendees of a small ceremony in his honor Wednesday at the Capitol in Carson City.
Battleship USS West Virginia sunk and burning at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. In background is the battleship USS Tennessee.
Although the battleship USS Nevada was severely damaged during the Pearl Harbor attack, the ship was repaired and saw action in some of the fiercest fighting in the Pacific.
In 1944 Charles T. Sehe was a 21-year-old sailor serving on the battleship U.S.S. Nevada in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
Shayni Alyssa Johnson, born September 12, 1992, passed away in her home on November 21, 2016 after a long and very hard fought battle with Bipolar 1 Disorder.
Long time Fallon resident Alven A. “Swede” Stewart , 86, passed away on December 6, 2016 in Fallon. Arrangements are under the direction of The Gardens Funeral Home 2949 Austin Highway Fallon, NV. 89406
Barbara Lee (Boleware) Varin, born on the Ides of March, 1927, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2016, just seventy five days before her 90th birthday.
The Lord gives and the Lord takes away; blessed be the name of the Lord. We give thanks to God our Father through Jesus Christ, our Lord, for our sister Louise Marie Young.
Bill Migan and his wife Judy with examples of his pen and ink drawings now featured at the Dayton Valley Branch Library.
The exterior of the W.N. Pennington Life Center on South Maine Street is about 95 percent complete, and the building is watertight.
Tthe law enforcement detention facility should be completed by October 2017.
Oatmeal is a 5-year-old cat who loves to keep dogs in line. Sometimes, she thinks she is a part-time dog.
"Jet Park" west of Walmart and one of the entrances to Fallon receives a facelift in preparation for plans to add benches, a flagpole and a welcome to Churchill County sign.
A wetlands restoration project is underway at Buzzy's Ranch.
Ducks Unlimited regional biologist John Ranlett describes a wetlands restoration project on Monday at Buzzy's Ranch.
A wetlands restoration project is underway at Buzzy's Ranch.
Raymond F. Gonzales, 84 - of Minden, Nevada passed away on December 2, 2016 in Minden, Nevada. Final arrangements entrusted to Walton’s Funerals & Cremations Gardnerville, Nevada.
Tez Allen is triple teamed by the Spanish Springs defense on Tuesday night.
Tez Allen drives to the basket in a game against Spanish Springs on Tuesday.
There are 75 USMC names on the USS Arizona Memorial Wall in Pearl Harbor. I was shocked when I read the sixth name from the top of the left list of names, âF. BEATON PVT,â Ken Beaton!
Everette Furr was stationed at Kaneohe, Oahu. The Naval Air Station was attacked nine minutes before Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.
Ruth Hennessey Werts relaxes in her Carson City home. As 9-year-old military dependent, she witnessed the USS Arizona explosion in Pearl Harbor.
USCGC Raritan (WYT-93) was a 110 foot tug commissioned in 1939 with a hull capable of breaking up to 3 feet of ice. She served on the Greenland Patrol before and during World War II.
George Bostic on a pleasure cruise off the Oregon Coast circa 1984.
James Winford Berry
Spanish Springs invaded Morse Burley Gym Tuesday night as the prohibitive favorite in Northern Nevada 4A boys basketball.
The game was there for the taking, but the Carson High girls were unable to finish.
RENO – The Nevada baseball team will hold the 33rd annual Bobby Dolan Baseball Dinner on Thursday, Jan. 19,at the Reno Ballroom. The guest speaker is manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers and 2016 National League Manager of the Year, Dave Roberts.
The Sierra Front Incident Management Team in North Carolina is seen before deploying to defend the Qualla Boundary from raging wildland fires. East Fork Fire and Paramedic District Captain Tracy Connelly (second from left), Battalion Chief Scott Fraser (standing, center) and Captain John Brawley (second from right) worked with the team for two weeks in November.
Pilot training was conducted inland at many fields including Fallon.
This photo shows the layout of the naval auxiliary airfield at Fallon in the 1940s.
The Churchill County Museum features a display on Lt. Cmdr. Bruce Avery Van Voorhis.
Navy airman Nick Lysne of Naval Air Station Fallon color guard presents a certificate of appreciation to veteran Roland Christiansen during a 2014 veterans recognition program,
Pearl Harbor's destruction occurred more than two months before Rolan Christiansen arrived in Hawaii.
Roland Christiansen served on anti-aircraft battery at Midway Island.
Illustration. Remembrance Day Pearl Harbor
Although the battleship USS Nevada was severely damaged during the Pearl Harbor attack, the ship was repaired and saw action in some of the fiercest fighting in the Pacific.
Nellie Nelson with Fallon Mayor Ken Tedford.
Battleship USS West Virginia sunk and burning at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. In background is the battleship USS Tennessee.
After being deployed for a year, Navy Lieutenant Commander Jonathan Saburn hides in a Christmas present to surpise his children at a school assembly. Clockwise from front: William, 5; McKenzie, 11; Taylor, 10; Charlie, 8.
After his children pull off the lid, Saburn jumps up in the gift-wrapped box to his surprised, excited children who haven't seen him in months. Saburn was deployed to Afghanistan, serving as an advisor to senior leadership in the Afghan military.
Matt Goings goes for a pin on Spanish Springs' Logan Klonicke during a match in Saturday's tournament.
At 8 months of age, Riley Bryant is in awe of Santa at the tree lighting on Friday.
Nevada Magazine presents the city of Fallon a plaque and a copy of its most recent issue on Friday before the tree lighting. The magazine included a story about Fallon being the top destination in November/ December based on readersâ voting. From left are Steve Endacott, Elsie Lee, James Richardson, Kelly Frost, Mike Mackedon, Mayor Ken Tedford with Nevada publisher Janet Geary, Bob Erickson (between Tedford and Geary in back row), Gary Cordes, Adele Hoppe of Nevada Magazine, Jane Moon, Lem Mackedon, Ryan Swirczek, Mike Miller and Police Chief Kevin Gehman.
National League manager Dave Roberts is this year's speaker at the Bobby Dolan Baseball Dinner.
The Greenwave got a glimpse at how competitive this season will be on the mats.
SPARKS — The Lady Wave basketball team went 2-1 during its first tournament last weekend, getting a good start to their season.
RENO — The Greenwave basketball team brought its standing to an even 2-2 over the weekend, losing two games and and winning one during their first tournament at Damonte Ranch High School.
The Nevada baseball team will hold the 33rd annual Bobby Dolan Baseball Dinner on Jan. 19 at the Reno Ballroom. The guest speaker is manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers and 2016 National League Manager of the Year, Dave Roberts.
Hazel Ryland was born 20 August 1925 in Biggen Hill, Kent, England to Vere and Joan Krohn. She passed away on 28 November 2016 in Carson City, Nevada.
Clark County election staff work on a recount of presidential election ballots Monday, Dec. 5, 2016, in North Las Vegas, Nev. Ballots from several Nevada counties are being reviewed at the request of independent presidential candidate Roque "Rocky" De La Fuente. (AP Photo/John Locher)
A Clark County election employee works on a recount of presidential election ballots Monday, Dec. 5, 2016, in North Las Vegas, Nev. Ballots from several Nevada counties are being reviewed at the request of independent presidential candidate Roque "Rocky" De La Fuente. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Myles passed into the presence of the lord on December 2, 2016.
Margaret “Maggie” Ann Sharpe, age 79, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2016 during a hospital stay. She was born to Everett and Margaret Hamilton on August 29, 1937 in Porterville, CA.
Sadly we announce the death of Edward Joseph Morawski, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend, and World War II Veteran. Papa Ed passed away peacefully after a long arduous struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.
John Richard Utt passed away peacefully at his home in the Arizona State Veteran’s Home in Phoenix, AZ, on November 19, 2016. He had suffered from Parkinson’s disease for several years.
Reno author Mark Maynard talks about his book "Grind" during a Nevada Reads event at the Carson City Library in Carson City, Nev. on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016. Nevada Reads is a statewide program in which people read and discuss a selected book about Nevada. Hard copies and e-book versions of "Grind" are available at the Carson City Library. Go to carsoncitylibrary.org for more information.
Cimberlin Andrus of Healthy Communitiesâs Coalitionâs Stand Tall program will be featured at the 10th anniversary celebration of the Nevada Clean Indoor Air Act on Dec. 8 at the Governorâs Mansion in Carson City.
Joanne Adams, 74 years old, of Fallon Nevada, born 06/27/1942, passed on 10/22//2016 Celebration of life on 12/10/2016 starting at noon, 5065 Austin Hwy, Fallon, NV
Robert (Bob) Eugene Cowan, 63, passed away on December 1, 2016, after a long illness. Bob was born on July 1, 1953, in Fallon, NV, to Robert E Cowan Sr. and Gloria F (Smith) Cowan.
Sgt. Scott McDaniel is retiring after 35 years at the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
About 25 people march through downtown on Monday afternoon to show their support for the Standing Rock protest in North Dakota.
The next Nevada Wolf Pack head football coach will actually deserve the job. Imagine that.
Ben Pritchard passed away at his home December 2, 2016 surrounded by his family.
Under the direction of Richard Doede, the Capital City Community Band will perform its annual Holiday and Patriotic free concert with a âSalute to Bob Hope," at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 at the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St. The band will perform a variety of music including Cole Porter Classics, Nocturne of the Harp & America the Beautiful with featured Harpist Mary Law. Additionally, this concert will include a Salute to our Servicemen, as well as Music for the Holidays and selections in response to community requests.
Kate Pattison and Helen Sheldon along with dogs Chloe and Zeta pose for a picture with Santa last year. Santa will be at Bensonâs Feed and Tack, 2750 Highway 50, for photos with pets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 10. The event is sponsored by Carson Animal Services Initiative.
Advocates volunteer April Romo loads a box of donated food last year at Governor's Mansion. This year's Share Your Christmas food drive is Dec. 9.
Then-17-month-old Jaxson Duncan appears a little unsure of his time with Santa at Adele's during last year's Cookies with Santa. This year, the 8th annual Cookies with Santa takes place 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 at Cafe at Adeleâs, 1112 N. Carson St.
Santa Claus reads Preslie Shea's letter on the Santa Train last year at the Nevada State Railroad Museum. Santa will join the crew of the V&T Railroad on Saturdays and Sundays until Dec. 18. Trains run from the Nevada State Railroad Museum, 2180 S. Carson St.
Under the direction of Richard Doede, the Capital City Community Band will perform its annual Holiday and Patriotic free concert with a âSalute to Bob Hope," at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 at the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St. The band will perform a variety of music including Cole Porter Classics, Nocturne of the Harp & America the Beautiful with featured Harpist Mary Law. Additionally, this concert will include a Salute to our Servicemen, as well as Music for the Holidays and selections in response to community requests.
Kate Pattison and Helen Sheldon along with dogs Chloe and Zeta pose for a picture with Santa last year. Santa will be at Bensonâs Feed and Tack, 2750 Highway 50, for photos with pets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 10. The event is sponsored by Carson Animal Services Initiative.
Advocates volunteer April Romo loads a box of donated food last year at Governor's Mansion. This year's Share Your Christmas food drive is Dec. 9.
Then-17-month-old Jaxson Duncan appears a little unsure of his time with Santa at Adele's during last year's Cookies with Santa. This year, the 8th annual Cookies with Santa takes place 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 at Cafe at Adeleâs, 1112 N. Carson St.
Santa Claus reads Preslie Shea's letter on the Santa Train last year at the Nevada State Railroad Museum. Santa will join the crew of the V&T Railroad on Saturdays and Sundays until Dec. 18. Trains run from the Nevada State Railroad Museum, 2180 S. Carson St.
Noma Grace Perkins, passed away December 2, 2016 after a long struggle with dementia. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Herbert and Grace Hamilton. Noma attended college in Texas, studying music and voice. She was married to Henry N. Perkins, Jr. for 44 years, who preceded her in death. Noma and Henry spent 23 years in the military eventually settling in Torrance, California. Noma was active in the South Bay Church of God, playing the piano and singing in the choir. She also sponsored the North High Pep Squad for 10 years. After retirement Noma joined her daughter Sally in Northern Nevada residing in Carson City for 20 years. Noma enjoyed
Margaret Ann Sharpe, 79 of Dayton passed away on December 2, 2016. Arrangements are in the trusted care of Autumn Funerals & Cremations. 775-888-6800
FALLON — Carson High’s wrestling team wrapped up the two-dual Fallon Duals Saturday with five wins to go 7-1 overall.
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"South Shore Curves" from Regan Beach, Lake Tahoe, California.
"West Shore Snow" from West Shore, Lake Tahoe, California.
"Round Rock Reflection" from Divers' Cove, Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
"The Dome" from Secret Cove, Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
"Bubbles" from Chimney Beach, Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
Hazel Majorie Stamper proudly displays her pilotâs wings on her blue WASP uniform, Women Airforce Service Pilots in 1944. Hazel lived in Carson City from 1959 to 1992.
Pictured is Kiwanis of Carson City members from 2014 bell ringing. From the left: Jarod Lyon, Steven Lyon, and Jan Weissberger.
Matt Nolan, right, serves customers during the Holiday Crawl Saturday night at Bella Fiore.
The International Order of Camel Jockeys served deep fried peanut butter and jelly sandwiches Saturday night.
A group of Carson City firefighters patrol in a golf cart Saturday night.
Gina and Karen Bianchi pose for a photo with Santa during the Holiday Crawl.
CCSD Library Coordinator and Media Specialist Ananda Campbell-Richards had a gratitude project in the library on gratitude notes left by students
Phillip Brady
Carson City Schools Strings students are performing from 7-8:30 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Carson City Community Center. Featured will be members of CHS Wind Ensemble, Advanced Band, and Carson and Eagle Valley Middle Schools Orchestras including something by Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Admission is free, but concessions will be available for purchase.
Elijah Foster’s recent arrest on suspicion of domestic battery stirred up a lot of old memories for me, none of them good.
PEORIA, Ill. — Newcomers Jordan Caroline and Leland King both had season highs in points, and D.J. Fenner continued his scoring explosion off the bench, as the Nevada Wolf Pack rolled to an easy 91-69 win over Bradley Saturday night at Carver Arena.
RE/MAX Realty Affiliates of Gardnerville realtors Ginger Easley (left), with Kymber Estes and her grandson Henry and son Jake, at Minden Meat and Deli during one of Easleyâs food drive drop off events.
Facilities Manager Ralph Negron accompanied by other NVEnergy employees and local dignitaries cuts the ribbon of the new truck barn on E. Long Street in Carson City Saturday morning.
Owen, 5, and Isaac Lucia, 3, get to check out the inside of an NVEnergy Sno-Cat Saturday morning.
Wyman and Joannie Sargent of Carson City are seen with Governor Brian Sandoval at the Reno Tahoe International Airport upon arrival of the first all Native American Veterans Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. last month. Wyman is a Navy veteran who served in Vietnam.
Award-winning design work on 777 Center in midtown Reno transformed the old Maytan Music store into mixed use retail, dining and shopping space.
Nevada wide receiver Wyatt Demps catches a pass over UNLV defensive back Darius Mouton during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Nevada running back James Butler runs for a touchdown against UNLV during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Nevada players celebrate with the Fremont Canon after defeating UNLV in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016, in Las Vegas. Nevada won 45-10. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Nevada wide receiver Jerico Richardson celebrates as he spray paints the Fremont Canon after an NCAA college football game against UNLV, Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016, in Las Vegas. Nevada won 45-10. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Jordan Caroline dunks the ball in a game against Pacific on Tuesday night.
A group of Carson High seniors stop for a photo in front of the Capitol Friday evening.
Applied Christianity classmated from Sierra Lutheran High School sing carols Friday night downtown.
Montessori 5th graders sing Silent Night Friday at the Capitol.
The Grinch tries to annoy Mark Twain 5th grader Zadee Gitthers while she sings on the Capitol steps Friday in Carson City.
The Grinch has a little fun with 10-year-old Sofia Kolupaeva Friday night at the ligting ceremony.
Montessori 5th graders sing Silent Night Friday at the Capitol.
A group of Carson High seniors stop for a photo in front of the Capitol Friday evening.
Nevada State Museum Curator of History Bob Nylen, seated, and chief coiner Ken Hopple mint commemorative coins during the Road to the Future celebration in downtown Carson City, Nev. on Friday, Oct. 28, 2016.
Brothers Fox and Ojo Ventura play a violin duet at Carson City Symphonyâs Strings in the Schools concert last year.
Eric Musselman pulled off a coup when he lured transfers Marcus Marshall, Leland King and Jordan Caroline to Nevada last year.
RENO — It wasn’t artistic by any means, but the Carson High girls basketball team was happy to get into the win column.
With the Formula One season finale at Abu Dhabi Sunday, the 2016 racing season is officially over.
