February 2012
Rep. Amodei Not Optimistic On Budget Or Deficit Deal, But Sees Chance For Lands Bills In Congress This Year
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 2:56pmCARSON CITY – Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nev., said today he is not optimistic that Congress will make any substantive progress on a balanced budget or deficit reduction this year given the focus on the presidential election.
But Amodei, in town on a brief recess, said he is hopeful that progress can be made on Nevada-related public lands bills he is sponsoring as a member of the House Natural Resources Committee.
Carson City restaurant inspections for Feb. 22
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 3:46pmSee the full inspection reports below:
Movie Review: 'Ghost Rider, Spirit of Vengeance' not very ghostly
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 1:49pm
The action-Satanic film "Ghost Rider, Spirit of Vengeance," currently booming away at the Fandango Galaxy cineplex in Carson City, stars Nicholas Gage as Johnny Blaze, motorcycle stunt rider with a hangup that puts him in seclusion until summoned again to ride his motorcycle blazing with fire and to don his alter ego at Ghost Rider, with the burning skull.
Right off, this is a lousy movie from the making sense point of view and it is the latest in Gage's series of flops. But he keeps trying and his grimaces are standard stock from the past.
Movie Review: 'This Means War' a good argument for peace
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 1:44pm
The film "This Means War," currently on view at the Fandango Galaxy cineplex in Carson City, stars Reese Witherspoon as Laure Scott. Which is good because she almost brings this turkey of a romantic comedy to life all by herself.
"The Tree of Life" @ Your Library
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 1:19pm
Event Date:
February 24, 2012 (All day) The Carson City Library will show the Academy Award nominated film, “The Tree of Life”, on Friday, February 24th, at 6:30 p.m. This film is directed by Terrence Malik, and stars Brad Pitt, Sean Penn and Jessica Chastain. The film follows the life journey of the eldest son, Jack, through the innocence of childhood and into his adulthood. Jack finds himself a lost soul in the modern world, seeking answers to the origins and meaning of life while questioning the existence of faith.
Love Shouldn’t Hurt – Recognize the Signs of Dating Violence
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 10:17amThis month, Get Healthy articles have been focusing on love – loving your heart, celebrating Valentine’s Day, and sexual health. But what happens when love isn’t what it’s supposed to be? What if violence is involved and someone is at risk for physical or psychological harm? Since February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, this column will bring attention to some of the warning signs of dating violence, and highlight some of the resources in our community that are there to help victims of abusive or controlling relationships.
Girl Scouts 100th Year Birthday Party Bash
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 10:13am
Event Date:
March 12, 2012 - 6:30pm Girl Scouts is celebrating their 100th year anniversary and the Carson City Girl Scouts are putting on a Birthday Bash! The bash is on Monday, March 12th at the Carson Mall from 6:30pm – 7:30pm. This event is for all current and former Girl Scouts and active or retired military personnel.
Vail Resorts to Buy Kirkwood in $18 million deal
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 9:19amVail Resorts, Inc. today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Kirkwood Mountain Resort at Lake Tahoe, Calif., recognized by skiers and snowboarders as offering some of the best high alpine advanced terrain in North America.
Obituary: Paul Alan Harley Wood
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 4:01amPaul Alan Harley Wood passed away unexpectedly on February 18, 2012. Alan was born on March 4, 1947, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Elmer and Irene Wood. He is preceded in death by his parents, and two si...
Death Notice: Bishop
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 4:01amAlexia Patricia Bishop, 4-1/2 months, of Carson City, passed away February 17, 2012. Fitzhenry's Funeral Home is trusted with arrangements. 775-882-2644Copyright 2012 -. All rights reserved. This m...
