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May 2013

Strings in Schools concert to feature music of Jay Ungar and Molly Mason

Event Date: 
May 11, 2013 - 3:00pm

Carson City Symphony's Strings in the Schools led by Carson City Symphony Education Director Sue Jesch present a festival featuring the Music of Jay Ungar and Molly Mason on Saturday, May 11.

The concert will be at Empire Elementary School, 1260 Monte Rosa Drive, Carson City. It includes a workshop from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for string players of all ages, a potluck lunch, and a public concert beginning at 3:00 p.m. Admission to the festival and the concert is free, donations welcome.

Brianna's Law unanimously passes Nevada Senate

Brianna's Law has unanimously passed the Nevada Senate. The measure will allow police to obtain DNA samples of people arrested on felony charges.

Nevada’s Unemployment Rate Predicted to Decrease

The Nevada Legislature received positive forecasts on the state’s employment opportunities during Wednesday’s Economic Forum in the capitol.

Nevada’s unemployment numbers are still the highest in the nation, but according to Bill Anderson, Chief Economist at the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, the number of unemployed Nevadans will likely continue to drop between now and 2015.

Carson City Sheriff: Symbolic baton exchange a precursor to Thursday's Peace Officers Memorial

Each year we celebrate National Police Week in May. In Nevada, the celebration kicks off in Las Vegas with a relay run to Carson City. Public Safety Officers carry a baton that bears the names of those officers who have given their lives in the line of duty on the inside of the baton.

On Wednesday, the day before the statewide law enforcement ceremony, the baton and runners passed through Douglas County and did the hand-off to the Carson City Sheriff’s Office SWAT members at the RV area in Indian Hills. The SWAT team then ran the baton to the Legislature where the spot has been held.

Pit Bull Adoption Event!

Event Date: 
May 11, 2013 - 12:00pm

Join Dog Town Rescue on Saturday, May 11th from 12:00 - 4:00 for an All-Pitbull Adoption Event!

We will be at Distinct Ink Tattoo, 934 Corbett Street, Carson City with nine puppies and several of our nicest adult Pitties, all ready for new homes.

All dogs are spayed/neutered, and fully vaccinated.

See more of our available dogs at: www.dogtownrescue.com

Two taken by CareFlight after Carson Street crash

UPDATE: Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's patrol officers were called Wednesday afternoon to an accident involving two vehicles at Carson and Colorado streets. Two were sent by CareFlight to the hospital for non life-threatening injuries.

'Taming of the Shrew' Friday at Dayton Intermediate School

Event Date: 
May 3, 2013 - 7:00pm

Dayton Intermediate School presents "Taming of the Shrew" on Friday night, May 3, at 7:00pm. Directed by Michele Crain. Tickets are $5.00. Proceeds directly benefit the drama program. See flier below.

Carson City Historic Preservation Scavenger Hunt now underway

In celebration of Historic Preservation Month, the Carson City Historic Resources Commission has launched its fourth annual Historic Preservation Scavenger Hunt beginning today through May 28.

The adult scavenger hunt will consist of 30 historic architectural features, all within in the historic district, and the kids scavenger hunt will consist of 20 historic features within a smaller area.

Completed entries must be submitted by 4 p.m. on May 28 to the Planning Division at 108 E Proctor Street. Entries with all correct answers will be entered into a drawing to be held on May 30.

Carson City Bike Month Bigger Than Ever

May is Bike Month in Carson City, and that means more bike riders out and about, commuting, or riding for fun. In honor of National Bike Month, Muscle-Powered, Citizens for a Walkable and Bikeable Carson City has developed a full schedule of events for 2013, including the Tour de Carson May 5- a 30-mile bike ride for more advanced riders, along with two Family Cruise rides, one on May 15 at 6 p.m. starting at Telegraph Square, and a second Ride with a Vet on May 18 in conjunction with Chapter 388 of the Vietnam Veterans of America.

Don Q's fishing report for week of May 1-7

Here is the fishing report for the week of May 1-7 for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra.

ALMANOR LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Water conditions are spring-perfect!
Due to the recent weather, most fish have been eating at night, pushing back the best time to go fishing on the lake. Most reports indicate that time is somewhere around 10:00AM.