Smoke rising on “C” Hill – Firefighters enroute to check it out…

by carsoncityjournal | Aug 15, 2021 | Uncategorized

10:27pm  Report of smoke rising up from an area near C-Hill.  Firefighters are enroute to check it out.

10:29pm  Reports now say that there are flames and smoke north of the “C and Flag” area of C-Hill.

10;32pm  Reports from neighbors say they still see smoke but no flames. 

10:41pm  Reports from the area where the light and smoke was coming from – there is no fire up there and there is no smoke.  The light is coming from lanterns being carried by hikers up there.  No fire.  No smoke.

HEY CARSON CITY!!!

by carsoncityjournal | Aug 15, 2021 | Uncategorized

                   Picture of children walking to school.

Carson City kids will be starting school soon.  Starting next week, August 16th, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office patrols will be working with an organization called Western Nevada Safe Routes to School and will keep up the patrols throughout the school year.  They’ll be reminding drivers as well as pedestrians (young and old) to be extremely careful when walking or driving through school zones.

Last, but not least, please remember ALL school zones in Carson City are 15 mph.  And if you violate that speed limit and you get a ticket, it’s going take a big chunk out of your Christmas shopping

Time To Get Your Chugger On!!

by carsoncityjournal | Aug 15, 2021 | Uncategorized

V&T Railroad
Crankin’ it back up Saturday, August 28th, 10am. Runs through October 31st. Tickets for sale at VTRailway.com

It’s been a year and a half since the last trip was made by the V&T Railroad.  But despite the continued explosion of the Covid-19 “plus” Delta variant the V&T Railroad officianados are going to fire the old train right back up and get back down to business.  Those who run the train say they’ll re-install roundtrip rides from Carson City to Virginia City starting Saturday, August 28th, departing at 10 a.m. The shortened season kick-off will be launched with a ceremony and festivities at Eastgate Depot in Carson City launching regular Saturday and Sunday trips through October 31, followed by the return of the Polar Express just in time for the Christmas holiday season.

Tickets are now on sale for regular season trains only at VTRailway.com.

Traffic Crash on Highway 50-Spooner

by carsoncityjournal | Aug 14, 2021 | Uncategorized

4:28PM – Traffic crash on Spooner/Highway 50 Crash northeast of Spooner Lake.

And the deadly beat goes on…

by carsoncityjournal | Aug 14, 2021 | Uncategorized

Covid-19 Virus

Quad-County COVID-19 Weekly Update: August 5 – August 11, 2021

(Carson City, NV)- Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is providing the Quad-County community with a weekly update for the week starting August 5 and ending August 11, 2021.

COVID-19 Case Update

For the week, CCHHS is reporting 476 new cases and 171 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 14,274, with 13,218 recoveries and 235 deaths; 821 cases remain active.

*Population information taken from the Nevada Health Response Dashboard found at https://nvhealthresponse.nv.

Carson City had 136 new cases, and 44 additional recoveries of COVID-19 this week. The current 14-day moving average for Carson City is 21 new cases per day with a 16.8% test positivity rate.

Douglas County had 114 new cases and 59 additional recoveries of COVID-19 this week. The current 14-day moving average for Douglas County is 9 new cases per day with a 16.7% test positivity rate.

Lyon County had 218 new cases and 66 additional recoveries of COVID-19 this week. The current 14-day moving average for Lyon County is 24 new cases per day with a 24.6% test positivity rate.

Storey County had 8 new cases and 2 additional recoveries of COVID-19 this week. The current 14-day moving average for Storey County is 0 new cases per day with a 7.7% test positivity rate. 

COVID-19 Vaccination Update 

As of August 11, 2021, approximately 173,016 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered by Quad-County providers. CCHHS has administered 69,596 doses of COVID-19 vaccine. Approximately 75,425 Quad-County residents have completed vaccination (received both doses of a 2-dose series vaccine such as Pfizer or Moderna or received the single dose Janssen vaccine) and 83,722 have initiated it (received the first dose of a 2-dose series such as Pfizer or Moderna). Data is not CCHHS’ and is taken from the Nevada Health Response Dashboard which can be found at https://nvhealthresponse.nv.gov/.

In Carson City, 29,432 residents have been completely vaccinated and 32,427 have initiated vaccination. Approximately 58.83% of the population 12 years and older have completed vaccination.

In Douglas County, 22,855 residents have been completely vaccinated and 24,903 have initiated vaccination. Approximately 51.8% of the population 12 years and older have completed vaccination.

In Lyon County, 22,463 residents have been completely vaccinated and 25,638 have initiated vaccination. Approximately 44.81% of the population 12 years and older have completed vaccination.

In Storey County, 675 residents have been completely vaccinated and 754 have initiated vaccination.  Only 16.5% of the population 12 years and older have been fully vaccinated.

Upcoming CCHHS Walk-In COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics 

All vaccines are available on a walk-in basis at every event for first and second doses. COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card or proof of first dose is required for second dose. To find more COVID-19 vaccination events visit https://gethealthycarsoncity.org/events/.

Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing For Those With Symptoms Or Who Have Been Exposed

CCHHS will be hosting COVID-19 testing events throughout the Quad-County Region. Tests are available free of charge, on a first come, first serve basis; no appointments or pre-registration needed.

• August 18, 2021 | 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Mark Twain Community Center (500 Sam Clemens Ave, Dayton)
• August 19, 2021 | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • Fernley City Hall (595 Silver Lace Blvd, Fernley)

CCHHS is resuming testing at our building in Carson City. Testing is for those who are experiencing symptoms or who have been exposed and will take place by appointment only! CCHHS testing is subject to change based on demand and transmission. To be tested, call the Quad-County COVID-19 Hotline at (775)434-1988. To find additional COVID-19 testing locations visit https://gethealthycarsoncity.org/novel-coronavirus-2019/cchhs-covid-19-testing/.

For COVID-19 questions, testing, or vaccine assistance, call the Quad-County COVID-19 Hotline Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The hotline is closed from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. for lunch. The phone number is (775) 434-1988.

Looking for a job in paradise?

by carsoncityjournal | Aug 14, 2021 | Uncategorized

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe and Resort at Squaw Creek Host Career Fair on August 18 – Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino and Resort at Squaw Creek will host a career fair on Wednesday, August 18. The North Lake Tahoe resorts are currently seeking colleagues in a variety of full time, part time, and seasonal positions in departments ranging from culinary and banquets to front office and recreation.

“We are very excited to host a dual career fair to welcome new members to the Hyatt family here in North Lake Tahoe,” said Melissa Rouse, area director of human resources for Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe and Resort at Squaw Creek. “Starting a career with Hyatt offers countless opportunities. Not only do our colleagues work in a relaxed resort-style setting, they receive incredible benefits and growth opportunities for a fulfilling career.”
A full list of open positions for both properties can be found by visiting careers.hyatt.com. Candidates are encouraged to fill out an online application in advance of the career fair through the site. The event will provide on-site interviews and on-the-spot job offers for qualified candidates.

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