August 2013
Obituary: Walter Ned Hudson
Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/28/2013 - 12:03amAugust 10, 2013 Walter Ned Hudson, age 88, passed into God’s hand on August 10, 2013. Ned was born in Mesick, MI and worked hard as a young boy helping his father farm. He ...
Labor Day weekend fishing report for Nevada, Northern California and Sierra
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 5:51pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Aug. 28 through Labor Day. Don't forget, California's second free day of fishing without a license will be Saturday, Sept. 7.
Wildcats to Play First Alumni Baseball Game on Sept. 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 5:19pmEvent Date:
September 7, 2013 - 11:00am
For the first time in program history, the Western Nevada College baseball team is going to take a crack at beating a team made up of successful Wildcats from the past.
Coach D.J. Whittemore has scheduled the first Wildcat Alumni Game for 11 a.m. Sept. 7 at John L. Harvey Field in Carson City. Fans are invited to watch the nine-inning game for free.
Seven players from WNC’s three National Junior College Athletic Association World Series teams have agreed to participate in the matchup and, so far, Wildcats from seven of Whittemore’s eight previous clubs will participate.
Death Notice: Jerry R. Nichols
Submitted by admin on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 5:19pmJerry R. Nichols, 72, passed away on August 23, 2013, in Fresno, Ca., after a brief illness. Arrangements are entrusted to Yost & Webb Funeral Home, in Fresno. …
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Death Notice: Donald L. Tomko
Submitted by admin on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 5:19pmDonald L. Tomko, passed away August 22, 2013 in Carson City, Nevada. Walton’s Chapel of the Valley is in charge of final arrangements. …
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Possible human remains found in Storey County septic tank
Submitted by editor on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 4:56pmThe Storey County Sheriff's Office is investigating the discovery of possible human remains. Sheriff Gerald Antinoro says the remains had been pumped out of a septic tank at a home north of Virginia City on Tuesday afternoon.
Death Notice: Earl “Bud” Kilgore
Submitted by admin on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 4:55pmEarl “Bud” Kilgore, 81, passed away at home in Carson City, NV on August 23, 2013. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, (775) 882-1766. …
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Sept. 4 consumer session in Carson City for proposed NV Energy rate hikes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 4:19pmA consumer session is set for Wednesday, Sept. 4, in Carson City to hear public comment regarding NV Energy’s application to the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada that would, if approved, hike Northern Nevada customer monthly service charges and rates by 1.8 percent for electric and 11.08 percent for gas.
NV Energy has filed an application with the commission to adjust general rates charged to all classes of electric and gas customers, according to a news release.
Carson Tahoe prepares for 'Hazardous' air quality
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 3:54pm
CARSON CITY — Currently, Carson Tahoe Health has experienced only a slight increase in patient volumes due to respiratory concerns linked to the “Hazardous” air quality caused by the Rim Fire.
Carson Tahoe Health has taken steps to proactively prepare and protect patients within CTH facilities. Precautions include consolidating entrances at the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center and Carson Tahoe Specialty Medical Center. These inpatient care areas have been equipped with air scrubbers and fans which have effectively maintained good air quality within the facilities.
Brewery Arts Center hosts two Carson City performances of 'Shirley Valentine' Sept. 7-8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 2:48pm
Shirley Valentine: Fall in With the Idea of Living returns to the stage after a popular run this summer at Brüka Theatre with two performances in Carson City at the Brewery Arts Center, Saturday, Sept. 7, 7 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 8 at 2 p.m.
