January 2012
2nd Annual Reno Darwin Day Gathering
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 8:17pm
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February 11, 2012 - 3:00pm An international celebration of science and humanity held on or around February 12, the day that Charles Darwin was born in 1809. Specifically, it celebrates the discoveries and life of Charles Darwin and expresses gratitude for the enormous benefits that scientific knowledge, acquired through human curiosity and ingenuity, has contributed to the advancement of humanity. Includes presentations, children's activities, door prizes, film and good conversation.
Saturday, February 11, 2012
3:00 PM
South Valleys Library
15650 Wedge Parkway, Reno, NV.
Open to the public.
Nevada Group Files Initiative Petition To Allow Legislature, Governor To Raise Mining Taxes
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 5:50pmCARSON CITY – A group called Nevadans United for Fair Mining Taxes filed a constitutional amendment initiative today with the Nevada Secretary of State’s office that would allow the cap on mining taxes to increase from 5 percent to 9 percent.
“This initiative is not a tax increase,” said Las Vegas businessman Monte Miller, who heads up the group. “It simply raises the cap on mining taxes and leaves the issue on whether to raise the tax in the hands of the Nevada Legislature and governor.”
Carson City crime log for Jan. 31: Man crashes stolen vehicle
Submitted by T. Costa on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 5:29pm
Carson City Sheriff's deputies arrested Cody Thompson, 20, an unemployed Carson City man, at 9 a.m. Monday near the intersection of Northridge Drive and Table Rock Drive. Thompson was arrested for the felonies of possession of a stolen vehicle and possession of a controlled substance, a gross misdemeanor of possession of a dangerous weapon, and misdemeanors of possession of a hypodermic device, possession of drug paraphernalia, failure to maintain a single lane, violation of a suspended sentence, and not having a valid drivers' license. Bail is set at $35,150 plus administrative fees.
Nevada Gets Failing Grade For Science Standards In National Report
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 3:18pmCARSON CITY – As Gov. Brian Sandoval and the Board of Education move ahead with the selection of a new state schools chief to push forward with education reform, a new report gives another reason for urgency: Nevada has received a D grade for its science standards from a national group.
Movie Review: 'Man on a Ledge' a well-done thriller
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 8:54am
The thriller "Man on a Ledge," running in Carson City a the Fandango Galaxy movie house, is a neat little thriller with a solid cast headed by Sam Worthington as jailbird Nick Cassidy and Elisabeth Banks as cop Lydia Mercer.
Movie opens with Nick checking into a New York hotel, having a meal with champagne before he goes out the window and stands on a ledge.
Flashback to Nick in Sing Sing prison for the heist of a giant jewel (he was framed). He escapes in a nice car chase after the funeral of his supposed father. He makes some plans and we get back to the man on the ledge.
Carson City Marine in Afghanistan
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 8:03am
Carson City, Nev., native Master Sgt. Max Robertson (right), the field artillery chief with 2nd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, stands at attention during opening ceremonies of the St. Barbara’s Day celebration. Robertson wore the St. Barbara’s Medal for his years of work within the artillery field. “It’s a great honor, just like being a Marine,” mentioned Robertson. “It’s a great honor to walk amongst your fellow artillerymen, and they can recognize that you have contributed to the community.”
Death Notices: Wing, Wilkinson, Smith
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 4:01amJames "Jim" Wing, 75, of Carson City, passed away January 28, 2012. Arrangements entrusted to Walton's Chapel of the Valley. 775-882-4965Harlynn Dorothy Wilkinson, 93, passed away January 28, 2012,...
Obituary: Steven M. McClung
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 4:01amSteven M. McClung, 61, passed away January 26, 2012 in his home, after a brief illness. He was born in Clarksburg, WV to Howard and Alice McClung. He was a proud Vietnam Veteran, and has been a...
PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Carson Region Meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/30/2012 - 3:16pm
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Repeats every month on the first Thursday until Wed Jan 02 2013 .
February 2, 2012 - 7:00pm
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March 1, 2012 - 7:00pm
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April 5, 2012 - 7:00pm
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May 3, 2012 - 7:00pm
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June 7, 2012 - 7:00pm
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July 5, 2012 - 7:00pm
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August 2, 2012 - 7:00pm
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September 6, 2012 - 7:00pm
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October 4, 2012 - 7:00pm
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November 1, 2012 - 7:00pm
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December 6, 2012 - 7:00pm PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) meets the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at Comma Coffee.
Our Vision. We, the parents, families and friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons, celebrate diversity and envision a society that embraces everyone, including those of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. Only with respect, dignity and equality for all will we reach our full potential as human beings, individually and collectively. PFLAG welcomes the participation and support of all who share in, and hope to realize this vision.
Carson City Sheriff's Office, Nevada Highway Patrol are joining forces on Super Bowl Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/30/2012 - 1:21pm
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February 5, 2012 (All day) On February 5th, 2012 The Carson Sheriff's Office and The Nevada Highway Patrol will be joining forces together in the Carson area. This will be a Joining Forces Grant Event. The primary objective is to patrol the Carson area and enforce the impaired driving and speed laws. This is Super Bowl Sunday and we want everyone to have a good time, but remind everyone to use a designated driver or cab service. Our primary concern is to keep the Streets in Carson City safe for all citizens. The Carson City Sheriff's Office has a zero tolerance for impaired driving.
