April 2013
Register Now for the Gourmand Golf Scramble
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/26/2013 - 6:27amThe Gourmand Golf Scramble returns after a one year hiatus for its 19th tournament. The event takes place June 2, at Eagle Valley on the West Course. The tournament, sponsored by The Cracker Box, Café at Adele’s and Js’ Old Town Bistro, benefits the Community Counseling Center of Carson City. Breakfast and registration begin at 7:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m.
Suspects in Nevada insurance examiner murder appear in Carson City court
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 8:51pmThe four suspects accused of murdering state employee William McCune appeared in a Carson City courtroom on Thursday.
23-year-old Michael Evans, 20-year-old Makyla Blackmore, 22-year-old Raul Garcia and 20-year-old Anthony Elliott appeared in court for a status hearing.
Prosecutors say the four beat McCune to death, robbed his apartment and disposed of his duct-taped body in the Carson River. He was positively identified by the Washoe County Medical Examiner's Office through dental and medical x-rays.
Man taken to hospital after truck slams into Carson City vet clinic; no animals injured
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 8:44pm
The driver of a pickup may have suffered a medical condition that caused him to crash into a Carson City veterinarian clinic Thursday afternoon on North Carson Street.
Carson City Fire Department and Sheriff's Office personnel responded to the accident at Silver Hills Pet Hospital where a witness said the driver, described as being in his 30s, drove the truck with a camper directly into the front end of the animal hospital located in the 3300 block of North Carson Street. The condition of the driver was unknown Thursday evening. No animals or people inside the clinic were injured.
Capital City Circles Initiative - "Gem Of A Fundraiser"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 4:32pm
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May 11, 2013 - 5:30pm Gem of a Fundraiser
Gala Auction Benefitting The Capital City Circles Initiative.
Silent & Live Auction
Musical Entertainment
Hors D'Oeuvres By Thunder Canyon
No Host Bar
Mystery Prize Boxes
Raffle Drawing For Tiffany Necklace
$10.00 Per Person- Pay At The Door Or In Advance By Calling (775) 883-6506
Join Us For An Evening Full of Fun!
Evans Drawings featured at LXS beginning April 29
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 4:09pm
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May 17, 2013 - 8:00am Drawings by North Las Vegas artist Marylou Evans are the latest creations featured at the Nevada Legislature at LXS, the Legislative eXhibition Series gallery in Carson City. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. adjacent to the Caucus Deli, the LXS displays Evans’ work April 29 through May 17. Managed by the Artist Services Program of the Nevada Arts Council, the Legislative eXhibition Series has provided a spotlight on the Silver State's breadth of contemporary and folk artists during the biennial session since 1985.
Last chance to see famous Fey Collection of Slot Machines May 1 at Nevada State Museum
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 4:05pm
The popular exhibit “Slot Machines: The Fey Collection” at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City will close May 1 to make way for the upcoming Nevada Sesquicentennial exhibit : Finding Fremont: Pathfinder of the West, opening in October. While the slots are off exhibit for two years, staff will conserve the collection and plan for a traveling exhibit that could go on tour.
Child injured after being hit by vehicle
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 11:04amA child sustained substantial injuries after reportedly being run over at the Carson Meadows apartments parking lot Wednesday afternoon.
Legislative softball game today continues a welcome tradition
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 10:33amCARSON CITY - Halfway through the 2013 Nevada Legislative Session, a little levity may be in order. As things heat up inside the legislative chambers, members of the Nevada Assembly and Senate will take it outside on Thursday afternoon and de-stress at the biennial Legislative Softball Game.
For the third time, the event will take place at John L. Harvey Field on the campus of Western Nevada College, in the capital city. The first pitch will be at approximately 5 p.m. Admission is free.
Live rock, soul and jazz at Plan B Microlounge with Keyser Soze
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 10:18am
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April 26, 2013 - 9:00pm Rock, jazz, soul and ska will invade Carson City Friday night, April 26, 9 p.m. at Plan B Microlounge with Keyser Soze performing.
Keyser Soze has an original ska/rocksteady sound with strong jazz and soul influences. The 6-piece ensemble was originally formed by Jammal Tarkington and Rodney Teague, in 1998.
Outdoors with Don Q: Before you drop your line here's the skinny on California fishing licenses and stamps
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 8:57amWith the Opening Day of the 2013 California fishing season right around the corner on Saturday, April 27, if you are planning to fish on the Opening Day or the entire Opening Weekend, this is a special reminder that you will need to possess the proper 2013 license to be legal.
You can purchase that license and any applicable stamp(s) at a number of local outlets or on the Internet. If you need to buy them, here is some info:
