November 2013
Celebrate the Holiday Season in Carson Valley
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/26/2013 - 5:14pm
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Repeats every day until Sat Dec 07 2013 .
December 5, 2013 (All day)
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December 7, 2013 (All day) Douglas authorities ask for help identifying woman who stole $300 from ATM account
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/26/2013 - 4:57pm
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying a woman believed to have stolen money from an ATM machine inside Walmart off of Highway 395 in Carson City.
The woman appears to be in her late 50s, is of Native American decent, wearing a 49ers jacket, said Douglas County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Pat Brooks.
The victim stated on Nov. 1 at 6:30 a.m., he entered the Walmart and used the ATM machine to withdraw $300 cash from his account. The machine had a service message on the screen and that's when the victim left to find a cashier.
Veteran Carson City Deputy Don Gibson announces run for Sheriff; picks retiring NHP trooper for Undersheriff
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/26/2013 - 3:34pm
(The following was submitted by Deputy Don Gibson who announced Tuesday that he is running for Carson City Sheriff. Gibson, who has been in law enforcement for 16 years, 13 of those assigned to the patrol division in the Carson CIty Sheriff's Office, named retiring Nevada State Trooper Michael “Sean” Giurlani as his running mate for Undersheriff.)
New sheriff, new perspective
Today, I am excited to announce my bid to be the next Sheriff of Carson City. I made the decision to enter the race because I strongly believe we need new leadership and new perspective in the Sheriff’s Office. I appreciate the encouragement I have received from so many people and I will repay that confidence by working hard to become a New Sheriff with New Perspectives.
Carson Tahoe Health Hosts Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Training Course
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/26/2013 - 1:47pmCarson Tahoe Health in Carson City was selected by the International Order of Forensic Nurses as the West Coast site for the clinical portion of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) training course. The training took place on November 18 and 19 at the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center where 15 nurses were certified, four of which are employed by Carson Tahoe Health.
Live Music: Trey Stone Band at The Spoke Bar and Grill Nov. 29
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/26/2013 - 12:39pm
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November 29, 2013 - 7:00pm We are proud to host Tahoe's very own Trey Stone Band! Friday, November 29th at 7:00pm. Perfect way to unwind from the holiday. Meet your friends for a fun night and great music!
14 bears killed so far in Nevada bear hunt
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/26/2013 - 11:50amHunters have killed 14 black bears in Nevada so far this year. The Nevada Department of Wildlife says six have been killed west of U.S. 395 since the season began Sept. 15.
Man accused of libeling judge denied lower bail
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/26/2013 - 11:48amTy Robben, who is facing charges he libeled and tried to intimidate Justice of the Peace John Tatro, on Monday lost his bid to disqualify the district attorney from prosecuting him.
Man gets life in prison for committing lewd acts on a child
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/26/2013 - 11:18am
Jason Bender, 29, received a life sentence Monday with a possibility of parole after serving 10 years in prison for lewd acts upon a 6-year old child, according to the Carson City District Attorney's Office.
Bender, who was recently released from prison for an unrelated drug charge, groped a six year old female while her family and other adults were in a nearby room. The child later disclosed the fondling to her mother and Bender’s sister who in turn reported the crime to authorities.
Regarding article in Nevada Appeal
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/26/2013 - 10:10amAt that last BOS meeting, a majority vote (Crowell, Abowd & Bonkowski) had approved the agenda item to revitalize all corridors, and build the MAC & Animal Shelter. However, after the vote staff had been directed not to pursue this as it was felt the votes would not be forthcoming when it came back to the Board.
Toys for Tots is ready to help community with hotline beginning Dec. 2
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/26/2013 - 9:21am
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November 29, 2013 (All day) The Toys for Tots HOTLINE will be open for families requesting toys for Christmas. The hotline opens December 2nd through December 23rd from 9am to 4pm Monday through Friday.
Toys for Tots will be serving children in Carson, Douglas, Storey and Lyon counties. The HOTLINE NUMBER IS 884-TOYS.
Toys for Tots will be kicking off the 2013 campaign with our local Marines at all three Walmart stores on Friday, November 29 and Saturday, November 30.
For more information call: Ron Wood Family Resource Center at (775) 884-2269.
