Stories for December 2016

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Saturday, December 31

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Married on Dec. 31, 1949, Carson City’s Irv and Millie Nielsen are celebrating 67 years of marriage.

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Carson High Cheer Team

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Work has started on a building project at 308 Curry Street.

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Work continues on the I-580 bypass project.

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Work continues on a building project at 308 Curry Street.

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Construction work on the Highway 50 and Highway 580 interchange will continue in 2017.

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After receiving some needed improvement, the R/V John Le Conte is ready to hit the waters of Lake Tahoe.

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Sarah Baird won a $100 gift card from Casino Fandango as part of the Nevada Appeal's 12 Days of Giving.

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Members of Carson City SWAT prepare to enter an apartment on Pheasant Drive early Saturday morning.

Friday, December 30

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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.

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Carson High School senior Arianna Schmidt votes for the first time on Tuesday afternoon at the community center.

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Rico Mora of Q&D Construction does finish concrete work on a sidewalk in front of the Carson Nugget.

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Paving has started on the Carson City Freeway project.

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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.

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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, Bahá’í, 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.

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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.

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Nevada's Jordan Caroline (24) backs away as Washington's Markelle Fultz tries to drive past Sunday, Dec. 11, in Seattle.

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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.

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Carson's Nathan Mersino battles William Schwertsch of Buhach Colony High School in a 138 lb. match Thursday in Reno.

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Sheldon Miller on his way to defeating Servite's Levi Ball Bryant in a heavyweight match Thursday at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center.

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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.

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Downtown merchants are decorating the sidewalks with chairs and tables to attract customers.

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To help with business, downtown shops have been using tables and decorations on the sidewalks.

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Director Jim Barbee, of the Nevada Department of Agriculture was recognized with the Presidents Award at the 2016 joint meeting of the Nevada and California Cattlemen’s Associations held in Sparks.

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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.

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From left: Russel Wedlake, Colby Frey and Joe Frey give their thoughts on the state's marijuana law during the county commissioner's meeting.

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Downtown merchants are decorating the sidewalks with chairs and tables to attract customers.

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To help with business, downtown shops have been using tables and decorations on the sidewalks.

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A Kona pro rider gets air off a waterbar coming down King's Canyon while pre-riding the race course Saturday.

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The WNC softball team removes and poses with the center-field banner following the Wildcats' final home game at the Pete Livermore Sports Complex.

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Adventure photographer/videographer Corey Rich speaks on 'Embracing Discomfort' during Carson City's first TedX event in April.

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USNS Carson City (EPF 7) christening ceremony participants are seen Saturday morning in Mobile, Alabama.

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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.

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Carson City SWAT retreats after making arrests in January in the murder of Grant Watkins.

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Resting against the foundation of the former Citi Bank, a sign describes the history of the site in January.

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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.

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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.

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Construction on the new additon to the WEBstaurant distribution center in Dayton from earlier in 2016

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The facility Miles Construction completed for Schluter Systems. L.P.

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Thursday, December 29

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Sen. Dean Heller during the Nevada Day parade on Saturday.

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A view of Main Street in Fallon.

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The fountain introducing downtown Fallon.

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A performance at the Barkley Theatre in Fallon.

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Runners take off from the starting line during the annual New Year's Day 5K Fun Run/Walk in 2015.

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Nevada's Cameron Oliver dunks against San Jose State on Wednesday.

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Nevada's DJ Fenner looks to pass against San Jose State.

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Congressman Mark Amodei talks to Andrea Zeller, executive director of the Churchill Community Coaliton, after the group's quarterly luncheon before Christmas.

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Midtown Blüm dispensary to hold Grand Opening on January 12.

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Nevada's DJ Fenner looks to pass against San Jose State.

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Elijah Jackson stands guard over South Tahoe's Noah Jackson during Friday's home game against South Tahoe.

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This map shows a cluster of earthquake activity that occurred Wednesday morning between Hawthorne, Nev., and Bridgeport, Calif.

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Ormsby House co-owner Don Lehr poses next to a new european style window in one of the 104-suite rooms Thursday.

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Two brand new escalators flank the staircase from the lobby to the second floor at the Ormsby House on Thursday.

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New heating and cooling units are shown on the roof of the Ormsby House during a tour Thursday.

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Battle Born Harley-Davidson is located at 2900 Research Way in Carson City.

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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.

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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.

Wednesday, December 28

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Fire crews battle the blaze during the early morning hours Wednesday.

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Alexis Jarrett leaps to dunk the ball with a Dayton defender hot on her heals during Thursday's away game.

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Brynlee Schultz (23) blocks the path of a Dayton player during the Lady Wave's Thursday game against the Lady Dust Devils.

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Cider is a 9-year-old shepherd mix who would like a good home for the holidays.

Tuesday, December 27

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Nevada's Marcus Marshall passes during a recent game at Lawlor Events Center.

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A Carson City Sheriff's deputy and Carson City firefighter work together at the scene of a minor vehicle acident.

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Carrie Fisher died at the age of 60 on Tuesday.

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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.

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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)

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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.

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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.

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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.

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A couple reviews their Medicare plan and its options.

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An elderly couple checks on their prescription at the local pharmacy.

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The Northern Nevada Patriot Guard Riders were honored as Nevada’s Veteran Supporter of the Month at the Governor’s Mansion.

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Jentry and Victor Ansotegui welcomed their son Ronin on Dec. 10 at Banner Churchill Community Hospital.

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Dean and Elana Christopher came up with the name Wild Garlic in 2012.

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The Mt. Rose location in Midtown is one of several Wild Garlic locations in northern Nevada.

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When Wild Garlic opened, one of the goals was to include spicier food on the menu.

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Exterior of the new Inspire Kitchen and Bath Showroom.

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Delta flight 222 prepares to take off at sunrise Dec. 20, marking the return of the airline's direct flights from Reno to Atlanta.

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Gov. Brian Sandoval hand delivers cookies to Nevada soldier, Specialist Ryan Magera.

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Crews working on the current SouthEast Connector project. The new roadway will stretch 5.5 miles and provide better connection between south Reno and east Reno and Sparks.

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Wild horses graze in the Pine Nuts with the Sierra in the background.

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Safari International Club CEO Phil DeLone (left) signs an agreement alongside Jennifer Cunningham, interim managing director for the Reno Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority.

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Eldorado Resorts announced in September they plan to invest more than $50 million in facility enhancement to Eldorado Reno, Silver Legacy and Circus Circus Reno.

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The University of Nevada, Reno will offer the Cattlemen’s Update Jan. 9 – 13 at various locations throughout Nevada.

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University of Nevada Cooperative Extension offers “Noxious Weeds and Weed Law” Jan. 26 as part of their green industry training. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 24 – Feb. 16, teaching sustainable horticulture to local industry professionals.

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The Leavers hope to break ground on the new climbing gym, designed by local firm Monarch Architecture, this spring.

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Larry Friedman, holds the Larry J. Friedman Industry Partner of the Year Award, named in his honor. The first award will be presented in April. Friedman will retire the end of the year after 26 years working for state tourism commission, now known as TravelNevada.

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The Reno Events Center in downtown Reno will be renovated to make the facility compatible for a minor league hockey team.

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A performance at the Barkley Theatre in Fallon.

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The fountain introducing the Fallon.

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Recognized by the Entrepreneurs Assembly (EA) during the 2016 EA Celebration of Entrepreneurship were Ryan Klekas, left, Student Entrepreneur of the Year; Brad Jones, Mentor of the Year; and Eileen Webb, Entrepreneur of the Year.

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Marnell Gaming will begin a $25 million renovation of the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks including 800 rooms in the west hotel tower. This rendering shows the modern lodge theme in a rust-colored motif.

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This rendering shows the modern lodge theme in a brown-colored motif planned for the west hotel tower of the Nugget Casino Resort. The $25 million renovation by owner Marnell Gaming will begin in January and be completed in June 2017.

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Marily Mora, president/CEO of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority, speaks to those gathered for the return of Delta Airlines' direct flights between Reno and Atlanta.

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Delta flight 222 prepares to take off at sunrise Dec. 20, marking the return of the airline's direct flights from Reno to Atlanta.

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The facility Miles Construction completed for Schluter Systems. L.P.

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Construction on the new additon to the WEBstaurant distribution center in Dayton from earlier in 2016

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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.

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Lake Tahoe AleWorX CEO Luca Genasci has been working on the business concept for over two years.

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Lake Tahoe AleWorX director of marketing Brian Walker is in action shooting photos for the company website.

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Lake Tahoe AleWorx, South Shore's first self-service taproom, is on track to open in early 2017.

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Monday, December 26

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A mobile classroom is seen at Mark Twain Elementary.

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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.

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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

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Gary Douglas, whose career includes a stint on Broadway, is highlighting Cafe at adele’s New Year’s Eve celebration.

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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.

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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.

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The Northern Nevada Patriot Guard Riders were honored as Nevada’s Veteran Supporter of the Month at the Governor’s Mansion.

Saturday, December 24

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The Governor's Mansion is decororated for Christmas.

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A clown made by Ann Bednarski’s son, Douglas.

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Gloria’s ornament, one of many the Gardnerville resident collected before her death in 2008.

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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, Smith’s donated the gift card and John Scott, State Farm Insurance, donated calendars and other items.

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City National’s 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.

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The Carson City School District’s first yoga class was introduced at Pioneer High School.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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CHIP winner Mackenzie Malone was recognized by Mr. Hogan for always helping other students.

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Volunteers with Friends to All delivered gifts and brought Christmas cheer to more than 150 local seniors on Dec. 17.

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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.

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Jean and Bud Hamilton on their wedding day on Dec. 22, 1956.

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The Senators' Tez Allen (20) drives up the court against Reno Friday night.

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Sand Mountain east of Fallon is a favorite for outdoor recreation.

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The Eureka Opera House is a must-see stop along U.S. Highway 50 east.

Friday, December 23

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Tahoe Wellness Cooperative is still open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Getting to Lake Tahoe over Donner Pass wasn’t easy in the 1930s.

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Ski jumpers at Granlibakken’s Olympic Hill can see Lake Tahoe, circa 1930s.

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Traffic passes through the Lake Tahoe Basin boundary by way of Highway 89 on Dec. 21.

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The Foreman-Roberts House on North Carson Street is boarded after two fires were deliberately set damaging the historic home.

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Quail keep warm in a snowy tree Thursday. Photo by Tom Hequet.

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A Horshoe Club patron enters the casino Friday afternoon in Carson City.

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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.

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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.

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Jesse Case is shown in action for Carson High Saturday.

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Carson's Camryn Quilling (4) makes an acrobatic pass Saturday against Spring Creek at Reno High School.

Thursday, December 22

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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.

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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.

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A Nevada Department of Wildlife trap remains empty on Wednesday after a bear vacated the crawl space under Maria Livingston's home.

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A bear's paws are visible in this photo taken under Maria Livingston's home on Tuesday.

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Captain Mark Cyr collects toys with staff and patrons of MJ’s Sports Bar in Carson City.

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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 Sheriff’s 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.

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Kiemmy Boc, right, from the Children’s Miracle Network Hospital at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, takes a photo of a check received from Fallon Ford Toyota.

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Give back this holiday season and throughout the year.

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A veteran from the Spansih America War receives a wreath.

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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.

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Sylvia Jackson of Fallon volunteers to place wreaths at the Churchill County Cemetery this week.

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The University of Nevada, Reno will offer the Cattlemen’s Update Jan. 9–13 at various locations throughout Nevada. Fallon hosts the update on Jan. 10 beginning at 5:30 p.m. with dinner.

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Many churches around the area have Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services this weekend.

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Fallon grad Dalton Johnson (53) competes on defense against Occidental this season.

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Christian Nemeth goes airborn to catch a pass during a Greenwave game against Lowry earlier this year.

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Hannah Evans shoots a basket from the free throw line during Friday's home game.

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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.

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Martin T. Smith and wife Valorie accept their Outstanding Philanthropist award at this year's Cornerstone Awards banquet.

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Two vehicles were involved in a crash south of Fallon on Wednesday morning.

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A silver Freightliner commercial vehicle and pickup collided at U.S. 95 South and St. Clair Road Wednesday morning at 7:39 a.m.

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The Carson City Sheriff’s 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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Lobby space of The Summit student housing community located adjacent to the UNR campus.

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Model living space of The Summit student housing community located adjacent to the UNR campus.

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Exterior view of The Summit student housing community located adjacent to the UNR campus.

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The map shows road projects that are currently planned or in development from the 2035 RTP.

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Regional Transportation Commission's zero emissions, electric bus pictured in downtown Reno. RTC is currently in the process of updating their 2040 Regional Transportation Plan.

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West Elm's local corner featuring local Nevada artisans.

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A large skylight and parts of the old Post Office have been adapted to feature West Elm goods.

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The Post Master's view point can be seen above the old vault in the West Elm retail store at Fifty South Virginia Street.

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View of West Elm point of sales area incorporating the old mail boxes and reclaimed wood art.

Wednesday, December 21

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Gwen Hopper places a Christmas wreath next to a grave marker of a veteran on Wednesday at Lone Mountain cemetery.

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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.

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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.

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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

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Mayor Bob Crowell shares his memories of Harold Berger with the Berger family, at their dedicated bench on the corner of Carson and Telegraph.

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Four generations of Harold Berger's family surround his dedicated bench, including Mayor Bob Crowell, during Wednesday's ceremony.

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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.

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Steve Hill, executive director for the Governor's Office of Economic Development, speaking at the AGC Construction Economic Outlook Breakfast held Wednesday, Dec. 14.

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Churchill County High School science teacher Karl Marsh and his students take several aerial photographs of the school’s music building construction nearing completion.

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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.

Tuesday, December 20

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The projected goal was to raise at least 240 scarves, but the Our Angels With Flowers program collected about 50 more over the goal.

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Intimate Designs Floral LLC owner Lori Morris, right, donates one of the scarves to a local senior.

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Aja Harger's third grade class from Carson Montessori caroled at Sue Jesch's home Dec. 14, and brought her roses and gifts.

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Tim Terry photographed Carson City looking north from the Rinckel Mansion.

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Gulf Shrimp Salad

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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.

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Nevada's Cameron Oliver in action against Washington in a game Sunday, Dec. 11, in Seattle.

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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.

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Sean McCormick attempts to lift his opponent during a Greenwave wrestling match.

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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.

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A good mattress can help in making a person feel more restful.

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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.

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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)

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Nugget Casino Resort

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Rendering of rustic bedroom in the west hotel tower.

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Rendering of new ballroom space.

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Rendering of brown bedroom in the west hotel tower.

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This area will become the entrance to Rattlesnake Club.

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Plans for the new and upgraded kitchen space at Rattlesnake Club.

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Outdoor space at Arlington Gardens that will become home to a greenhouse.

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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.

Monday, December 19

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My mother wrote on back of this picture, “Dec. 20, 1942 Mobile, Alabama, almost 20 months old, Kenneth Paul, Beaton.” When this picture was returned with his personal items she wrote, “Richard carried this picture in his helmet each time he jumped. Died Dec. 3, 1943.”

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Private Richard E. Daigle was a paratrooper in the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division, “The Screaming Eagles.” This picture was taken before he was recruited to the First Special Service Force, “The Devil’s Brigade.”

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A group of about 40 protesters gathered outside the Capitol Monday morning just hours ahead of the electoral college vote in Nevada.

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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.

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Guests leave the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery after Saturday's Wreaths Across America program.

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Guests listen to opening remarks before wreaths are placed.

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Phonchana Johnson, a member of the Civil Air Patrol in Reno, renders a salute after placing a wreath.

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Hundreds of volunteers and family members place wreaths at the gravesites.

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MYNT site location at 132 E 2nd Street

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Rendering of Lake Street front view

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Joe C. Rock says he’s painted about 30 murals in the area since his first project on the wall of Junkee Clothing Exchange in 2011.

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Steve Hummel, PGA teaching professional at Wolf Run Golf Club, was named 2016 NCPGA Club Fitter of the Year.

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John Hermans, PGA assistant professional at Montreux Golf Course, 2016 NCPGA Assistant Apprentice of the Year.

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Brett McElhaney, standing, talks with his staff at McElhaney Structural Engineers of Reno.

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Joe C. Rock’s stylized mural of Mount Rose resembles looking through a rose bush at the mountains with leafs draping from a above, roses along the bottom — with a face in profile in the yellow rose — an accent of a cedar rose pinecone, and more detail to come.

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Muralist Joe C. Rock works on a pinecone accent on his mural on the north wall of a new duplex-complex on South Wells Avenue.

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The Whitney Peak Hotel’s climbing wall is located next to the iconic arch in downtown Reno and is 163 feet and 6.5 inches tall.

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The Whitney Peak Hotel’s climbing wall at BaseCamp has been named the tallest artificial climbing wall in the 2017 Guinness Book of World Records.

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Kozy Core features three coils insulated by moisture-wicking fabric. Low-voltage, indirect currents make the product completely safe. The use of USB allows Kozy Core to run while plugged into a laptop or tablet, and a rechargeable battery pack makes the necklace completely mobile.

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The USB-powered necklace is designed to fit comfortably around the neck between a jacket and base layer.

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Members of the U.S. Navy volunteer during a Truckee Meadows Habitat for Humanity construction project in 2015.

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The Girls on the Run season program works slowly up to the 5K, making the event seem easier than ever. Girls train through running games that encourage positivity as well as incorporate activity.

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Tutu’s and all, a successful 5K in combination with a successful season makes any girl happy including the coaches.

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Reno Kicks offers individually selected unique items of gym equipment for a fast effective workout.

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Owner Jordon Trice opened Reno Kicks earlier this year.

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Wreaths line the columbarium.

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Guests listen to opening remarks before wreaths are placed.

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Phonchana Johnson, a member of the Civil Air Patrol in Reno, renders a salute after placing a wreath.

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Hundreds of volunteers and family members place wreaths at the gravesites.

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Pat Cate gets her first visit from volunteers of the Friends to All program.

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From left, Pete Pradere as Santa gives senior Pat Cate her gifts along with his daughter, Sarah, and her son, Henry.

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Friends to All founder Gwen Currie Pradere knocks on Pat Cate's door Saturday morning to deliver donated items.

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Friends to All volunteer Kristi Hughes brought along her daughter, Bella, to donate gifts to seniors such as Mitsu Uramoto.

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Friends to All volunteers divided up into 12 teams and visited seniors Saturday morning.

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Mitsu Uramoto opens her door Saturday morning on Musser Street to a surprise visit from the Friends to All program.

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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.

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Danton Vidovich, 10, who finished chemotherapy in January, operates the controls of Old No. 25 Saturday at the Nevada State Railroad Museum.

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13-year-old Holden Egelston takes a photo with Santa and his elves Michelle Hawkins (left) and Shylin Roberts (right) Saturday at Adele's.

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Mayor Bob Crowell's grandchildren Lindsey and Ashley Harris have a photo with St. Nick Saturday at Adele's.

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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.

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Dana Whaley, general manager of Carson City Toyota presents Tawnya Cook with her gift card for winning during the Nevada Appeal’s 12 Days of Giving. Each day a new contest begins. Register for your chance to win at www.nevadaappeal.com.

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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 “Mountain Lions” 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.

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Jeremiah Beauford, PHS student, and Jourdan Rowbottom, PHS teacher.

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The nonprofit Misfits Theater Group dedicated net ticket sales from its recent play, ‘The Love Child,’ 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 “The Love Child;” and Stephanie Wolf, director of Dayton Senior Center. Play cast and crew are in the background.

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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 Moore’s and resident artists is for sale within the store and make perfect gifts.

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Representatives from Stand Tall attended the Nevada Clean Indoor Air Act anniversary celebration at the Governor’s 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.

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Brenda, Jaye, Sue and Jan at Fleet Reserve Association’s annual Christmas party in Gardnerville.

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Billie and Kenneth Luther of Dayton are coming up on 60 years of marriage.

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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.

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Two pallets filled with American union-made coats, wait for distribution to their new homes with Douglas County school children.

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Nico Salm and Elise Brady prepare for the CHS Dodgeball Tournament.

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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.

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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)

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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)

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Carson's Jake Roman is in a spot of bother Friday during a match at the Reno Events Center.

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Carson's Seth Reichelt has a California wrestler in trouble Friday at the Tournament of Champions.

Friday, December 16

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From left: Captain Ron Santos (paramedic), Engineer Dennis Cote (paramedic), Captain Jeff James (paramedic) during a pediatric care simulation.

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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.

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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.

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Ace's mascot 'Archie' helps CCSO Deputy Dan Jones load the back of his vehicle Friday at Greater Nevada Credit Union.

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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.

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John Rupert, 15, killed a buffalo this year using a bow and arrow on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in Browning, MT.

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The silver bolo tie made by Dayton’s Jon Austin was feature in the Parade Magazine’s gift guide. The tie is available at the Legislative gift shop.

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Carson High School NJROTC students compete in a cardboard vessel competition at the Aquatics Facility in Carson City on Wednesday.

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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.

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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

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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. Gonzales’ team won the competition with eight trips across the pool.

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A green Honda Civic was driven by Stephen Johnson, 25, of Silver Springs. Johnson died at the scene.

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University of Nevada Cooperative Extension offers “Noxious Weeds and Weed Law” Jan. 26 as part of their green industry training. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 24 – Feb. 16, teaching sustainable horticulture to local industry professionals.

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​CREATE co-owners Jim Clopton and Tracy MacEchern-Clopton stand in front of Reno's newest crafting studio.

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Shot of a mature woman lying back on her sofa listening to music on a digital tablet

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Shot of a mature woman lying back on her sofa listening to music on a digital tablet

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Thursday, December 15

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Jaden DeJoseph shoots a free throw in the first half against Reed Thursday night.

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Tez Allen (20) is fouled on the way to the bucket Thursday night at Reed.

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Adventure photographer/videographer Corey Rich speaks on 'Embracing Discomfort' Friday afternoon at TEDx Carson City.

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Carson City attorney John Rutledge speaks on how America's lawyers and legal system need to change at TEDx Carson City Friday.

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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.

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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.

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Jody Hedgcorth, Kids Christmas Coordinator for Western Nevada Supply, greets volunteers at Walmart on Topsy Lane.

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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 D’Avolio, at the Western Nevada Supply Kids Christmas Shopping Spree last Saturday.

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Chief Juvenile Probation Officer Ben Bianchi and Deputy Chief Probation Officer Ali Banister go over a case file in their office.

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Newly appointed Chief of Juvenile Probation Services Ali Banister stands in front of the Murphy- Bernardini Regional Juvenile Detention Center.

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The Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley is participating in Saturday's “Wreaths Across America" recognition program.

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The Lyon County Sheriff's Office and Human Services are movinginto a new building in Silver Springs.

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Coach Eric Musselman acknowledges the crowd following the Pack's win against Irvine Wednesday.

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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.

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The Pack's Marcus Marshall drives towards the bucket Wednesday night at Lawlor Events Center.

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Hayden Strasdin (left) goes to block a shot by Fernley's Ren Arroyo during the Greenwave's Tuesday game in Fernley.

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Hannah Evans leaps to make a basket, opposed by the Lady Vaqueros, during the Lady Wave's away game against Fernley.

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Leilani Otuafi (left) tries to block Lady Vaquero Jaiden Sullivan's advance during the Lady Wave's away game in Fernley.

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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.

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Jordan Caroline powers to the hoop against the UC Irvine Anteaters Wednesday at Lawlor Events Center.

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Coach Eric Musselman acknowledges the crowd following the Pack's win against Irvine Wednesday.

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Jordan Caroline powers to the hoop against the UC Irvine Anteaters Wednesday at Lawlor Events Center.

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Guard Josh Hall goes to the bucket for two against the Anteaters of UC Irvine Wednesday.

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The Pack's Marcus Marshall drives towards the bucket Wednesday night at Lawlor Events Center.

Wednesday, December 14

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Five Northern Nevada robotic teams competed in seven rounds of the FIRST Tech Challenge at Western Nevada College Wednesday night.

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Five Northern Nevada robotic teams competed in seven rounds of the FIRST Tech Challenge at Western Nevada College Wednesday night.

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The Sonic Screwdrivers were the only all-femalemiddle school group in the competition, from Eagle Valley.

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Rylan Fancher, 15, far right, shows his teammates of Team Captain how to use controls for their robot before the competition.

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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.

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Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong congratulates newly promoted Sgt. Matthew Smith and his daughter Wednesday.

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Carson City Sheriff's Volunteer Coordinator Ken Smith accepts his award for Civilian Employee of the Year.

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Matt Wilkerson as Elvis visits with Victoria Quintana. Wilkerson is reviving music by the King of Rock and Roll at Youth Theatre Carson City’s an annual holiday show on Saturday.

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More than 20 young performers from Youth Theatre Carson City’s Showstoppers are bringing their talent to the Community Center.

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Kimberly Landry will soon be opening Scoups Ice Cream & Soup Bar in McFadden Plaza.

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View of Main Street in San Andreas, including the courthouse (left), in the 1930s.

Tuesday, December 13

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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Frenched lamb rib chops by David Theiss.

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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)

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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.

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The Nevada Artists Association gallery, at Carson City’s 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.

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A photo of Mna Spodobalski before she started fitness training and an after photo during a competition.

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The local Toys for Tots program is still collecting toys and cash for its annual program.

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Dr. Thomas Schwenk

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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.

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Pearl Harbor survivors Delmar Schwichtenberg (left) and Robert Lloyd stand and salute as Taps is played Wednesday morning at the Capitol.

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Churchill County High School senior December Trott, right, sings in rehearsal for the madrigal-themed dinner and concert fundraiser, "A Ceremony of Carols."

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Matthew Davis moves to block a player from Pyramid Lake during a Greenwave middle school game earlier this season.

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Matthew Davis takes a free throw shot during the Greenwave middle schooler's game against Dayton.

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Fallon's Josh Mauga (90) has been rule out for the rest of the season because of injury.

Monday, December 12

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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."

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Cars make their way down Fairview Drive on Saturday during a story that dumped up to 5 inches of rain.

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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.

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Attendees at EDAWN's New & Expanding Company Reception, Thursday, Dec. 8, in Reno.

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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.

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Top Notch Distributors, Inc. recently completed a 33,000-square foot expansion to its Carson City location on Research Way, making it the company’s largest operation at over 60,000 square feet and 40 employees.

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Top Notch Distributors, Inc. recently completed a 33,000-square foot expansion to its Carson City location on Research Way, making it the company’s largest operation at over 60,000 square feet and 40 employees.

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A blueprint of the proposed first floor of the Ormsby House.

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The Ormsby House.

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Gov. Sandoval and Nevada National Guard in United Arab Emirates.

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Governors Sandoval, Fallin and Walker in Kabul, Afghanistan.

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Gov. Sandoval in Kuwait

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Gov. Sandoval in Kuwait

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Gov. Sandoval in Kuwait

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Gov. Sandoval in Kuwait

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Gov. Sandoval with 485th Nevada National Guard

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Gov. Sandoval in Kabul

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Gov. Sandoval in Kabul

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Gov. Sandoval in Kabul

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Gov. Brian Sandoval with the 485th Nevada National Guard Military Police Co.

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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 wasn’t sure he would see her son but agreed to take them with him. As luck would have it, the Governor did meet “Specialist Ryan” and delivered his mother’s fresh batch of cookies on this trip.

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Kijowski and Rhode along with their staff of trainers observe the dogs for a broader picture of behavior.

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Fusion@Midtown is the newest co-working space in the Biggest Little City. The space provides a community-driven area for local entrepreneurs to work, network and grow their companies.

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Fusion@Midtown provides more than 9,300 square feet of coworking space for entrepreneurs.

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Betty Morton from the College of Southern Nevada is the first female to receive the Nevada Builders Alliance Women’s 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.

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Members of the local NBA Women’s Council Ladies enjoying an after-hours event are Jessica Crossman, left, of Builders Wholesale, Genna Tonneslan High Mountain Transport and Stephanie Schneider of Lumens Electric.

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Local developer and business owner Jamy Keshmiri recently purchaed the downtown building which currently houses Horsehoe Jewelry and Loan.

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A Mishimoto product in the manufacturing stage of production.

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A product made by Mishimoto Automotive is install in a vehicle.

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Susan Kijowski, co-founder of K9 Games Reno, with Nibbler.

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Bailey, one of the trainers at K9 Games Reno, teaches a dog obdience drill at the facility.

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Vicki Rhode, co-founder of K9 Games Reno, wallks with a dog on the unique treadmill system.

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A group of dogs at K9 Games Reno work with their handler, Tracie.

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Vicki Rhode, co-founder and president of K9 Games Reno, works with canine at the facilitty's obstacle course.

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The staff of The Abbi Agency at the Silver Spike Awards ceremony.

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A portion of the showroom at LoKa Tile Group in Sparks includes a design center and examples of the eclectic products stocked at the location.

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Angela Handler, owner of LoKa Tile Group, shows a corner of the shop in Sparks where she stocks a variety of tiles and flooring in unusual patterns and materials as well as standard products.

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Ducks Unlimited regional biologist John Ranlett describes a wetlands restoration project on Monday at Buzzy's Ranch.

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A wetlands restoration project is underway at Buzzy's Ranch.

Sunday, December 11

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Saturday, December 10

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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.

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Labh Singh Gill has been a crosswalk guard for the past 3 years.

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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.

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Second place, Sorenson’s Resort, by Beth Brenton

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First place in Carson City Photo Club’s monthly competition, themed ‘Fall Colors,’ went to Hope Valley by AJ Depew.

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An annual ceremony on Dec. 7 honored JAG students at PHS.

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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)

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Mrs. Koop’s monarch butterflies

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10-year-old Darby Larsen smiles as she chats with Santa Saturday at Carson Middle School.

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Daylee Ross, 4, of Bakersfield, Ca. smiles for the camera Saturday.

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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.

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Betty Morton from the College of Southern Nevada is the first female to receive the Nevada Builders Alliance Women’s 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.

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Members of Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church sing Christmas carols Dec. 4 at Bed Bath and Beyond.

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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.

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JJ Ply gets up in the air during the initial jump ball at the beginning of the game Friday.

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Aleea McGill-Howe passes to a teammate in a game against Pershing County Friday at the Reno Events Center.

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Trevor Burrows makes an easy layup for Dayton against Pershing County at the Reno Events Center Friday.

Friday, December 9

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Amanda Hammon Lonsberry's Christmas tree features ornaments from Carosn City in her Mount Morris, N.Y., home.

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FISH Executive Director receives a $1000 check from Carson City Les Schwab's Jason Brumbaugh and Guy Domingues Friday at the food drive.

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Soroptomist President and FISH volunteer Jean Bondiett carries a donated bag of food to a receptacle Friday at the Governor's Mansion.

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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.

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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)

Thursday, December 8

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‘Virginia City Winter’ 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.

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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.

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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.

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Capital City Arts Initiative Executive Director Sharon Rosse, left, is seen with Collyn Aubrey of Sierra Nevada College. Aubrey, the college’s student art coordinator, is showing her work in Carson City along with eight other student artists.

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Dalton Kaady looks for an opening through Lowry's defense during Fallon's rivalry game against the Buckaroos.

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Caitlyn Welch looks for a way past Lowry's Sydney Connors during their game Tuesday.

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The Fallon Crafters Cooperative has on display items from 25 vendors.

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Mike Thomas lectures on Star Wars at Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory on Dec. 12, 2015.

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Douglas' Isabelle Peterson smashes the ball past a pair of Bishop Gorman players Friday at the state tournament.

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Kallie Strong serves for the Dustdtevils Friday at Damonte High School.

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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)

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Saint Mary's Jock Landale, right, shoots over Nevada's Cameron Oliver (0) defends against Saint Mary's Jock Landale earlier this season.

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Songwriter and storyteller Antsy McClain is starring in Christmas at the Trailer Park Friday at the Brewery Arts Center.

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Mike Thomas lectures on Star Wars at Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory on Dec. 12, 2015.

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Pearl Harbor survivors Delmar Schwichtenberg (left) and Robert Lloyd stand and salute as Taps is played Wednesday morning at the Capitol.

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People stand as the colors leave the ceremony Wednesday morning.

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Lt. Governor Mark Hutchison reads a proclamation from Gov. Sandoval's offices as Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell looks on.

Wednesday, December 7

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Moriah Lane of Carson City shops for fresh produce Wednesday at the new Food Maxx store.

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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.

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The Nugget is hosting Rex Meredith’s holiday special on Dec. 16.

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Justin Rivera, a judges’ favorite on ‘America’s Got Talent,’ will return to the Nugget on Dec. 9.

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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)

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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)

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An arugula salad topped with roasted delicata squash and other goodies is a great healthy side for Thanksgiving dinner.

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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.

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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)

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Pearl Harbor attack survivor Charles Sehe addresses attendees of a small ceremony in his honor Wednesday at the Capitol in Carson City.

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Battleship USS West Virginia sunk and burning at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. In background is the battleship USS Tennessee.

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Retired college professor Charles T. Sehe.

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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.

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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.

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Bill Migan and his wife Judy with examples of his pen and ink drawings now featured at the Dayton Valley Branch Library.

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Tthe law enforcement detention facility should be completed by October 2017.

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The exterior of the W.N. Pennington Life Center on South Maine Street is about 95 percent complete, and the building is watertight.

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Oatmeal is a 5-year-old cat who loves to keep dogs in line. Sometimes, she thinks she is a part-time dog.

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"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.

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A wetlands restoration project is underway at Buzzy's Ranch.

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Ducks Unlimited regional biologist John Ranlett describes a wetlands restoration project on Monday at Buzzy's Ranch.

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A wetlands restoration project is underway at Buzzy's Ranch.

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Tez Allen is triple teamed by the Spanish Springs defense on Tuesday night.

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Tez Allen drives to the basket in a game against Spanish Springs on Tuesday.

Tuesday, December 6

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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, “F. BEATON PVT,” Ken Beaton!

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Everette Furr was stationed at Kaneohe, Oahu. The Naval Air Station was attacked nine minutes before Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.

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Ruth Hennessey Werts relaxes in her Carson City home. As 9-year-old military dependent, she witnessed the USS Arizona explosion in Pearl Harbor.

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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.

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George Bostic on a pleasure cruise off the Oregon Coast circa 1984.

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James Winford Berry

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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.

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Pilot training was conducted inland at many fields including Fallon.

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This photo shows the layout of the naval auxiliary airfield at Fallon in the 1940s.

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The Churchill County Museum features a display on Lt. Cmdr. Bruce Avery Van Voorhis.

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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,

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Pearl Harbor's destruction occurred more than two months before Rolan Christiansen arrived in Hawaii.

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Roland Christiansen served on anti-aircraft battery at Midway Island.

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Illustration. Remembrance Day Pearl Harbor

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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.

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Nellie Nelson with Fallon Mayor Ken Tedford.

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Battleship USS West Virginia sunk and burning at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. In background is the battleship USS Tennessee.

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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.

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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.

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Matt Goings goes for a pin on Spanish Springs' Logan Klonicke during a match in Saturday's tournament.

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At 8 months of age, Riley Bryant is in awe of Santa at the tree lighting on Friday.

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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 readers’ 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.

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National League manager Dave Roberts is this year's speaker at the Bobby Dolan Baseball Dinner.

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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)

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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)

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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.

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Cimberlin Andrus of Healthy Communities’s Coalition’s Stand Tall program will be featured at the 10th anniversary celebration of the Nevada Clean Indoor Air Act on Dec. 8 at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City.

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Dr. William Schiemann

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Statewide gaming wins declined in November.

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Holiday sales in Nevada expected to grow by 4.2 Percent, outpacing national estimates.

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Children who receive clothes donated to the Reno Rodeo Foundation for foster children often draw pictures expressing their thanks, such as this one.

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Miss Reno Rodeo 2017 Alex Rayppy helps a child pick out clothes provided through donations to the Reno Rodeo Foundation.

Monday, December 5

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Sgt. Scott McDaniel is retiring after 35 years at the Carson City Sheriff's Office.

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About 25 people march through downtown on Monday afternoon to show their support for the Standing Rock protest in North Dakota.

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Under the direction of Richard Doede, the Capital City Community Band will perform its annual Holiday and Patriotic free concert with a “Salute 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.

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Kate Pattison and Helen Sheldon along with dogs Chloe and Zeta pose for a picture with Santa last year. Santa will be at Benson’s 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.

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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.

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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 Adele’s, 1112 N. Carson St.

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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.

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Under the direction of Richard Doede, the Capital City Community Band will perform its annual Holiday and Patriotic free concert with a “Salute 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.

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Kate Pattison and Helen Sheldon along with dogs Chloe and Zeta pose for a picture with Santa last year. Santa will be at Benson’s 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.

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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.

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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 Adele’s, 1112 N. Carson St.

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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.

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Instructor Kathryn Whitaker teaches an English class at Western Nevada College in Fallon, Nev., on Wednesday, March 25, 2015.

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Craighton McNinch works in his classroom.

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As you ready your house for sale, take the time to make it out stand out from other homes.

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The Square One at Victorian Square apartments, by Greenstreet Companies, were recongized by BANN with an award for Best Multifamily Project/Market Rent.

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The pool area of Willow Bend-Berkshire, a development by Toll Brothers, is seen here. Willow Bend received several BANN-ER Awards from the Builders Association of Northern Nevada.

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This Painted River home by Realm Constructors was recognized for several awards including Best of Show and Best Interior Design (under $25,000).

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Squeeze in owners, from left, Gary and Misty Young and Shila and Chad Morris, at the opening of a franchise location in Las Vegas. The Youngs are Shila Morris' parents.

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The above chart compares the estamated median home value, the median price and the number of units sold between January and October in four neighborhoods over the past three years.

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Britton Griffith-Douglass (left) vice president of operations at Reno Engineering and Vince Griffith owner of Reno Engineering stand in the office of their company located at 1 E. 1st St. in downtown Reno.

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Co-owners of Design on Edge Courtney and Chris Meredith in their downtown Reno office.

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Co-owners of Design on Edge Courtney and Chris Meredith.

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Click Bond Director of Engineering Ralph Strahan shows Mayor Bob Crowell the process of marking parts and devices in the newly opened building.

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A look inside the Click Bond facility at 2205 Arrowhead Drive in Carson City. The company is this year's Hall of Fame inductee for the 2019 NCET Tech Awards.

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Carson City officials and Click Bond officials cut the ribbon on its newly renovated space on Wednesday.

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President and CEO of Click Bond Inc., Karl Hutter, talks about the company's process with Jeff Shaheen, co-founder of Shaheen Beauchamp Builders LLC.

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The new banner hangs outside the second location for Walden's Coffeehouse off of Wells Avenue in Reno.

Sunday, December 4

Saturday, December 3

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"South Shore Curves" from Regan Beach, Lake Tahoe, California.

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"West Shore Snow" from West Shore, Lake Tahoe, California.

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"Round Rock Reflection" from Divers' Cove, Lake Tahoe, Nevada.

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"The Dome" from Secret Cove, Lake Tahoe, Nevada.

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"Bubbles" from Chimney Beach, Lake Tahoe, Nevada.

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Hazel Majorie Stamper proudly displays her pilot’s wings on her blue WASP uniform, Women Airforce Service Pilots in 1944. Hazel lived in Carson City from 1959 to 1992.

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Pictured is Kiwanis of Carson City members from 2014 bell ringing. From the left: Jarod Lyon, Steven Lyon, and Jan Weissberger.

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Matt Nolan, right, serves customers during the Holiday Crawl Saturday night at Bella Fiore.

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The International Order of Camel Jockeys served deep fried peanut butter and jelly sandwiches Saturday night.

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A group of Carson City firefighters patrol in a golf cart Saturday night.

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Gina and Karen Bianchi pose for a photo with Santa during the Holiday Crawl.

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CCSD Library Coordinator and Media Specialist Ananda Campbell-Richards had a gratitude project in the library on gratitude notes left by students

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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.

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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 Easley’s food drive drop off events.

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Owen, 5, and Isaac Lucia, 3, get to check out the inside of an NVEnergy Sno-Cat Saturday morning.

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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.

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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.

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Award-winning design work on 777 Center in midtown Reno transformed the old Maytan Music store into mixed use retail, dining and shopping space.

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

Friday, December 2

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Jordan Caroline dunks the ball in a game against Pacific on Tuesday night.

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A group of Carson High seniors stop for a photo in front of the Capitol Friday evening.

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Applied Christianity classmated from Sierra Lutheran High School sing carols Friday night downtown.

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Montessori 5th graders sing Silent Night Friday at the Capitol.

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The Grinch tries to annoy Mark Twain 5th grader Zadee Gitthers while she sings on the Capitol steps Friday in Carson City.

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The Grinch has a little fun with 10-year-old Sofia Kolupaeva Friday night at the ligting ceremony.

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Montessori 5th graders sing Silent Night Friday at the Capitol.

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A group of Carson High seniors stop for a photo in front of the Capitol Friday evening.

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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.

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Brothers Fox and Ojo Ventura play a violin duet at Carson City Symphony’s Strings in the Schools concert last year.

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FILE - In this Sept. 8, 2014, file photo, Cathy Woods appears in Washoe District court in Reno.

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FILE - In this Sept. 8, 2014, file photo, Cathy Woods appears in Washoe District court in Reno, Nev. The lawyer for the 67-year-old woman imprisoned 35 years for a Reno murder she didn't commit, says authorities in Nevada and Louisiana who helped convict her now are doing everything they can now to keep her from getting the compensation she deserves. (Andy Barron/The Reno Gazette-Journal via AP, File)

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Volunteers dressed as Santa and his helpers make their way to 150-200 homebound seniors each year delivering gifts and holiday cheer.

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The passenger cabin of the 1928 Ford Tri-Motor is a thing of beauty.

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Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell listens to Public Works Engineering Manager Danny Rotter's presentation on water availability for The Vintage project Thursday afternoon.

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Mike Draper of Argentum Partners makes a presentation regarding The Vintage project Thursday afternoon at the Board of Supervisors meeting at the Carson City Community Center.

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Sweet treats, crafts and more will be on hand at Buckland Station’s holiday open house on Dec. 17. Help local families in need by bringing a nonperishable food item for area pantries.

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Sierra Wellness Connection's Carson City location.

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Extra seating is made available Thursday afternoon for the Board of Supervisor's meeting regarding The Vintage project.

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Mike Draper of Argentum Partners makes a presentation regarding The Vintage project Thursday afternoon at the Board of Supervisors meeting at the Carson City Community Center.

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USDA Rural Development Nevada invested $188 million in rural communities in FY 2016, and $1.35 billion over the last eight years, for housing, business and community infrastructure improvements like the waste water treatment plant shown here. The City of Winnemucca used an $18 million loan and $2 million grant water from USDA’s Water and Environmental Program to fund the improvement project, which relocates and upgrades the town’s wastewater treatment plant. The project is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2017.

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The annual tree-lighting ceremony begins at 6 p.m. tonight on Maine Street.

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The annual lighting of the Fallon Christmas tree is tonight.

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High-school music teacher Tom Fleming leads the choir in a previous Christmas tree lighting.

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Retired US Navy serviceman Bill Gerow takes a picture with his smartphone out the window of the Ford Tri-Motor Thursday.

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Volunteers dressed as Santa and his helpers make their way to 150-200 homebound seniors each year delivering gifts and holiday cheer.

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Lindsey Drew drives to the basket against Pacific on Tuesday night.

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Jordan Caroline dunks the ball in a game against Pacific on Tuesday night.

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From left, Brendan Flayer, Lindsay Moore, Professor Emily Howarth and Matt Anderson work in the industrial technology labs at Western Nevada College in Carson City, Nev., on Friday, Oct. 7, 2015.

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Trees down in October.

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The USS Lucid and David Rajkovich, president of the Stockton Historical Maritime Museum Assn., are photographed at the Sacramento River pier where the ship is undergoing rehabilitation and partial reconstruction.

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Reno Aces' first baseman Kyle Jensen (37) has signed a contract to play in Japan next season.

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Fallon native Chris Klenakis, who coaches the offense at Louisville, has been mentoned as a possible candidate for the vacant Nevada head coaching job.

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Businesses also reported good Black Friday and Small Business Saturday sales.

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From left, back row, are Nevada Farm Bureau President Hank Combs, Clark County FB President Rick Huskins, Area 3 Director Carla Pomeroy, Churchill County FB President Julie Wolf, YF&R State Chair Dann Mathews, WLC State Chair Cindy Hardy, Lyon County FB President Darrel Pursel, White Pine County FB President Tom Baker, Humboldt County FB President Marty Muratore, Area 1 Director Jim Hardy and Area 2 Director Craig Shier. From left, bottom row, Douglas County/Carson City FB President Woody Worthington and NVFB Vice President Bevan Lister.

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A vehicle driven by Devlon Harrison, 25, of Fallon crashed into a vehicle Tuesday night. FPD said Harrison had a medical emergency.

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Fallon head coach Trevor de Braga, left, and assistant Dan Shaw talk with Leo Aicher during a break in his scrimmage against Reno.

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Fallon's Jack Swisher, who took second at state last year, wrestles against a Reno opponent in Wednesday's scrimmage.

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‘Thanks for the Socks,’ a concert of holiday music by Tintabulations, is visiting Carson City Dec. 18 and 19.

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Fallon's Matt Goings, who's wrestling against Reno in Wednesday's scrimmage, will defend his state title this year.

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The Nevada Highway Patrol and Fallon / Churchill Volunteer Fire Department set up a collection point at last year's Cram the Cruiser. This year, the format has changed with first responders meeting at Walmart on Saturday.

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Mayor Robert Crowell sits in front of the conceptual plans for the downtown, now completed.

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The rail tour features excursions on four historic trains.

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Nick McGahuey as Santa and Kellie George as the Grinch will be appearing at McFadden Plaza today during the annual Silver & Snowflakes Festival of Lights.

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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 Adele’s, 1112 N. Carson St.

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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.

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Lindsey McElfish, left, and Sierra Fowzer of Carson City Parks and Recreation add toys to the collection bin to benefit Toys for Tots. Drop toys through Dec. 19 at bins located at the Carson City MAC, Community Center, Aquatic Facility, or Ron Wood Family Resource Center.

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A woman places a wreath at the graaesite of a loved one at the 2014 "Wreaths Across America" program at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery at Fernley.

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Kevin Broward as Santa visits the office of Coldwell Banker, 123 W. Second St., a drop-off location for donations to benefit the nonprofit Friends to All. Donations of candy, cookies, nuts, slippers socks, crossword puzzle books, calendars, gift cards, etc. will be delivered on Saturday, Dec. 17, by Santa and his helpers to seniors living alone in Carson City. For more information, call Gwen Pradere at 775-301-6747.

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‘Thanks for the Socks,’ a concert of holiday music by Tintabulations, is visiting Carson City Dec. 18 and 19.