March 2012
Carson City road report for March 26 to April 1
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/23/2012 - 5:06pmHere is the Carson City road maintenance and construction report for the week of March 26 to April 1.
Beginning Tuesday, March 27, through Thursday, March 29, Edmonds Drive will be closed to through traffic between Clearview Drive and Bennett Avenue. Detours will be marked. In addition, there will be striping activity near the National Guard at the Fairview Drive and Edmonds Drive intersection on Monday, March 26, and Tuesday, March 27. Minor delays are expected.
Carson City’s hidden gems
Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/23/2012 - 4:08pmWith any number of great restaurants and bars in Carson City, there are a number of sweet spots around town that are considered hidden gems. These are off-the-beaten path and favorites among the locals, according to the Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Men sentenced for felony poaching, hefty fines to be paid
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/23/2012 - 4:00pmTwo Reno men pled guilty to killing two bull elk without a valid tag at the 4th Judicial District Court for Elko County stemming from an incident that occurred in November 2010.
Marty Hall, 45, and Larry Hall, 65, each pled guilty Monday to a gross misdemeanor of killing or possessing a bull elk without a valid tag.
The men had shot two bull elk in the original incident more than a year ago.
Marty Hall was assessed a $1,000 fine, a civil penalty of $2,500, $200 meat storage fee, and he forfeited a 2003 Yamaha Kodiak ATV.
Science Cafe'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/23/2012 - 2:30pm
Event Date:
April 15, 2012 - 3:00pm "Nuclear Physics: Fission and Fusion, Explosions and Electricity" Presentation by Dr. Thomas Herring, Head of Physics and Engineering at Western Nevada College. Basics of nuclear physics: what scientists mean when they say "radiation", structure of the nucleus, forces between things in the nucleus, effects of nuclear radiation on humans, technological applications of nuclear physics.
Gem of a Fundraiser- April 21, 2012 5:00PM-9:00PM
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/23/2012 - 11:12am
Event Date:
April 21, 2012 - 5:00pm The Capital City Circles Initiative will be hosting "Gem of a Fundraiser".
There will be a silent and live auction featuring a unique array of valuable jewerly, designer clothing, vacation getaways, and more!
Music by Bobby McGee & me and Sable Shaw
Hors d'oeuvres by Casino Fandango
No Host Bar
Onsite Gemologist
Saturday, April 21, 2012
5:00-9:00PM
Grand Ballroom, Brewery Arts Center
$10.00 per person
Pay at the door or in advance by calling (775) 883-6506
WNC President Lucey responds to growing concerns on Fallon campus
Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/23/2012 - 7:01amDr. Carol Lucey, who has been president of Western Nevada College in Carson City since 1999, has come under fire from Fallon residents because of declining class offerings and enrollment.
In Loving Memory: Patricia S. McMaster - February 14, 1942 - March 23, 2007
Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/23/2012 - 4:01amDear Mom, Mammo, Mom-Out-Law: It has been five years today that we lost you. We all miss and love you very much! Donna, Mike, Amanda, Jinna, Keira, Deborah, Samantha & ConnorFebruary 14, 1942 -...
In Loving Memory: Billie L. Barrozo
Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/23/2012 - 4:01amBillie L. Barrozo passed away on March 18, 2012. She was born on September 4, 1925. Billie was preceded in death by her husband, Tony; her son, Anthony Sidney, and her sister, Bettie Catanesi. Bill...
Death Notices: Bennett, Griffith
Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/23/2012 - 4:01amRaymond O. Bennett, 90, of Carson City, passed away March 15, 2012. Autumn Funerals & Cremations. 775-888-6800Janice Lynn Griffith, 63, of Carson City, passed away March 16, 2012. Autumn Funerals &...
Carson City restaurant inspections for March 22
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/22/2012 - 11:58amCarson City Health and Human Services inspection reports of local restaurants:
