November 2012
Carson City authorities arrest woman on hit and run, DUI and reckless driving charges
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 1:55pmA 23-year-old Dana Point, Calif. woman was arrested Halloween night in Carson City and faces misdemeanor charges of hit and run, reckless driving, marijuana possession and driving under the influence after she allegedly hit a pickup and took off at a high rate of speed through a residential area.
Carson City to celebrate 'Day of the Dead' at Nevada State Museum
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 1:03pmEvent Date:
November 10, 2012 - 10:00am
All cultures celebrate the dead as well as mourn them. And the first of November usually marks the Day of the Dead, also known as Dia de los Muertos. In Carson City there will be a multicultural celebration Saturday, November 10, to honor loved ones who have passed away with stories, crafts, songs and exhibits, colorful folklore dancers. The Day of the Dead, Dia de los Muertos event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum.
Invest in the Future
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 11:41amPerhaps if Carson City wasn't so quick to give million-dollar tax breaks to move car dealerships down the street; and spend millions more on a tourist train the public doesn't even want, the city might not have to resort to divisive bond elections to fund basic services like libraries.
It's sad to see so many people unwilling to give something back to a community they claim to love. Unfortunately you're about as likely to get a good deal on a car from those grateful dealerships as the new V&T is to pay for itself.
Greenhouse Project benefit teams up celebrity Chef Mark Estee at Adele’s
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 11:37am
2013 UPDATE: Chefs Charlie Abowd and Mark Estee join forces for a second time, creating a menu for the fourth annual Celebrity Chef and Harvest Dinner that will outshine every past event. This year’s event takes place Monday, Nov. 11, 2013 in Carson City. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Obituary: Dolores De Los Angeles
Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 10:38amDolores De Los Angeles of Gardnerville, Nev., passed away peacefully at home with her family. Dolores was born in Milpitas, Calif., to Ysidor and Trinidad Perez. She is survived by her husband Raym...
Lake Tahoe Fund license plate deal offers free lift tickets
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 8:17am
With the official start to the Tahoe ski season just around the corner, the Tahoe Fund is launching the popular “Plates for Powder” promotion to drive sales of Lake Tahoe license plates.
Committee wants greater participation in Nevada Day
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 6:47amIn the 74 years since the Nevada Day Parade moved to Carson City, the number of Nevada Day events has multiplied to include contests, parties, carnivals, exhibits and food events. At the same time, the region from which participants come to celebrate in the capital city has diminished.
“It used to be a statewide event,” said Guy Rocha, retired state archivist who continues to stay in volved with Nevada history and events. “Now, Nevada Day in Nevada is celebrated principally in Western Nevada.”
Governor sweet on Northern Nevada's Kimmie Candy company
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 6:44amThe 3,000 bags of Halloween candy that Gov. Brian Sandoval handed out Wednesday night to trick-or-treaters at the Governor's Mansion in Carson City weren't Snickers or M&Ms or something made in Hershey, Pa.
Death Notice: Gail "Pat" Dowell
Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 4:01amGail "Pat" Dowell, 74, passed away on October 26, 2012 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial. 775-882-1766Copyright 2012 -. All rights reserved. T...
Death Notice: Kathryn L. Hunter
Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 4:01amKathryn L. Hunter, passed away October 29, 2012 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial. 775-882-1766Copyright 2012 -. All rights reserved. This mat...
