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Cap City Baseball is getting the Fall season underway with signups, parent meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/09/2021 - 4:30pmCap City Baseball is preparing for the Fall season for boys ages 8 through 13. There will be a coach and volunteer meeting August 12, 6 p.m. and a parent meeting on August 17, 2021, 6 p.m. Both meetings will be at the John L. Harvey Field at Western Nevada College in Carson City.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Remembering Hammerin' Hank Aaron
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/25/2021 - 11:57amI glanced up from my paper this morning to see a news alert: "Hammerin' Hank Aaron Dies at 86!" Oh, no! My memory raced away, back to 1974, where in the face of numerous death threats, Hank went after the Babe's revered homerun record, and smashed it. I wish I could have known him.
Senator Square: Helping to give Carson City students in need a merry Christmas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/06/2020 - 5:38amMany in Carson City do everything they can to help the less fortunate, and those opportunities never cease being opportunities. With this in mind, the holidays are here, the semester at Carson High School is almost over, Christmas vacation, also known as winter break, begins Dec. 19, and there is another opportunity to be generous for those who have plenty.
Senator Square: Carson High School NJROTC cadets compete, serve and remember
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/22/2020 - 7:54amCarson High School's NJROTC Drill and Color Guard team competed in their first ever ‘virtual’ drill competition hosted by University of North Carolina ROTC program. The various teams’ performances were captured on video and sent to the University for judging.
Winners announced in Nevada Day chalk art contest
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 11:23amThe Carson City Host Lions Club is pleased to announce the winning entries in the Nevada Day Chalk Art Contest held on Oct. 31. The contest was open to all Carson City residents, households and businesses. Contestants created chalk art masterpieces on their own driveways or sidewalks based on the Nevada Day theme of “My Favorite Moment in Nevada.”
Farewell: Kevin Cron’s greatest Reno Aces moments
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 11/06/2020 - 12:08pmSlugging first baseman Kevin Cron — the Reno Aces all-time home run leader — has left the show.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Voting is the most American thing we do
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 11:57amThis Saturday I will drive a good friend with 93 years of knowledge to our voting place where we will cancel each other out. It's the American way. Voting is the most American thing we do. My mother and father took great delight in canceling each other every four years without damaging their sweet relationship in the least.
October Events at Silver Oak Golf Course
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/30/2020 - 2:28pmSilver Oak Golf Course is excited to host these important non-profit events:
— Saturday, October 17, 2020-Carson High School Baseball Golf Tournament
— Saturday, October 24, 2020-Nevada Day Golf Tournament dedicated to Mayor Bob Crowell
— Friday, October 30, 2020-Carson City Chamber of Commerce (Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada) Halloween Golf Tournament
Applications available online at silveroakgolf.com
Hitting clinic Thursday for softball and baseball hosted by Cap City Baseball
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/28/2020 - 1:18pmLocal baseball and softball players are invited to participate in a free Cap City Baseball Hitting Clinic. RSVP now to reserve your spot! Boys and girls ages 8-13 are welcomed to attend and participate. The clinic will be held on Oct. 1, 2020 at 5:30 PM at the John L. Harvey Field located at Western Nevada College, 2201 W. College Pkwy, Carson City.
Hitting Clinic for softball and baseball brought to you by Cap City Baseball
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/24/2020 - 9:16amLocal baseball and softball players are invited to participate in a free Cap City Baseball Hitting Clinic. RSVP now to reserve your spot!
Boys and girls ages 8-13 are welcomed to attend and participate. The clinic will be held on October 1st, 2020 at 5:30 PM at the John L. Harvey Field (Western Nevada College, 2201 W. College Pkwy, Carson City, NV 89703).
Carson City man accused of assault, child abuse causing mental harm in incident involving car
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/16/2020 - 2:30pmA 68-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of child abuse causing mental harm and assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly threatening two juveniles sitting in a vehicle.
Douglas authorities ask for public's help locating man who robbed Minden convenience store
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/14/2020 - 5:00pmThe Douglas County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect involved in a robbery that happened Saturday at a Minden convenience store.
Reno groundskeepers Vecitis, Withrow grow MiLB future
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 09/14/2020 - 8:42amDuring the pandemic, groundskeepers Adam Vecitis and Leah Withrow have climbed to the top of their professions in Minor League Baseball.
Obituary: Louie “Tim” Jones of Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/11/2020 - 1:18pmLouie Jones Aka Tim Jones
Born March 16, 1961 San Jose, California
Pass into Eternity September 7, 2020 Carson City, Nevada
Forming the Reno Aces all-time starting lineup
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 09/05/2020 - 10:06amThursday, Sept. 3 would have marked the end of the Reno Aces’ 2020 season. The cancellation of Minor League Baseball put the Aces’ year on hold, but there are plenty of memorable moments since the Triple-A franchise moved to downtown Reno in 2009.
Senator Square: Carson coach honored, mascot highlighted and Senior Sunrise ahead
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/30/2020 - 7:28amIt is wonderful to be back in school, to again see the smiling faces of young people walking throughout the building, going from class to class with excitement and anticipation, gently pushing at their friends to move along, so no one ends up being late to class.
Poker run, lacrosse, duck fundraiser and more highlight weekend activities around Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/27/2020 - 6:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The American Cancer Society is hosting a poker run Saturday at Mills Park, and a free lacrosse clinic for kids ages 6-12 will be held at John L. Harvey Field. The Nevada Humane Society is virtually hosting its annual “Adopt a Duck” fundraiser for interested participants. Combined with train rides and live music, there’s plenty of excitement going on over the weekend! Read on for more information.
Carson City School District announces new principals and administrators
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/27/2020 - 7:55amFirst-day jitters are not just for students. The Carson City School District was pleased to announce the appointment of seven new principals and district administrators (alphabetically by school) for the 2020-2021 school year at its school board meeting Tuesday evening.
Senator Square: Carson High School students, teachers and staff prepare for Monday return
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 6:40amHe is a senior at Carson High School, and his last year is, to say the least, unconventional. Adults have had their say, so how about a chat with this popular young man as he sports a 1980s hairstyle called a mullet in which the hair is short on the sides and long at the front and back.
Whole new ballgame for post-pandemic minor leagues
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 08/21/2020 - 1:39pmCovid-19 didn’t put the future of Minor League Baseball at stake, it only sped up the process.
Aces skipper Cron at helm of Dbacks minor leagues camp
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 08/12/2020 - 9:35amReno Aces skipper Chris Cron can’t manage this year, but he’s found another gig in an unprecedented 2020 baseball season.
Carson Educational Support Association says thank you to local, regional business support
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 08/01/2020 - 9:21pmThe Carson Educational Support Association, which consists of Para Professionals, Secretaries, Clinical Aides, Nurses, Custodians, Skilled Maintenance workers, Bus drivers and Attendants, Nutrition workers, Deaf and hard of hearing interpreters, Library Media technicians, and IT workers, would like to thank the following businesses for for sponsoring and donating to our educational support staff banquet.
Pandemic can’t keep Bradin Hagens off the mound
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/16/2020 - 9:36amFor someone who pitched for eight minor league affiliates and in four different countries, it’s no surprise to see Bradin Hagens shine on the mound during a pandemic.
WNC partners with Carson City's Cap City Baseball for use of John L. Harvey Field
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/15/2020 - 10:39amSpacious and picturesque John L. Harvey Field in Carson City, nestled at the base of the Eastern Sierra, has provided a lot more than baseball entertainment to the community since being constructed in 2006.
Carson City Little League scrimmages return with new health and safety measures
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 6:20amCarson City Little League held its first scrimmages of the season Monday at Governor's Field under the new health and safety guidelines enforced by the state of Nevada.
Baseball returns: Dbacks set youthful 60-man pool
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 06/29/2020 - 12:30pmMajor League Baseball is coming back, and dozens of Arizona Diamondbacks prospects have a chance to don the Sedona red this season.
Hiking trails, camping, cycling, golf and more highlight outdoor summer activities around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/17/2020 - 6:05amPlenty of activities around Carson City are returning for all to enjoy throughout the summer. From hiking and biking trails and campgrounds, to several outdoor recreational activities, there are many ways to get outside and enjoy the warm weather.
Summer youth activities in Carson City feature reading challenge, camps and more
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/10/2020 - 2:34pmSummer is in full swing, and recreational activities around Carson City are starting to return in the near future.
From the Carson City Library’s 2020 Learning Challenge, to archery classes at the Clear Creek Bowman Archery Camp, there are several ways for youth to get outside and enjoy the Silver State.
Senator Square: Digital media students create Carson High School year in review video
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/07/2020 - 9:26amAs a digital media teacher at Carson High School I asked my students if they wanted to do a year in review video. Nick Baggio, who is an editor for the announcements, and Gianna Johnson, who is an anchor on the daily announcements, jumped right on the project.
Reno Aces look to build upon uncertain 2020 season
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/04/2020 - 12:35pmWith so much uncertainty for an MLB season, it’s almost certain that Minor League Baseball will not be played this year.