February 2014
Senator Reid slams House efforts to gut money from Nevada land sales
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2014 - 2:53pm
One of Lake Tahoe's biggest funding mechanisms for clarity and restoration efforts, as well as millions for parks, trails and firefighting efforts in the state, money drawn from the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act, is under threat by members of the U.S. House Natural Resources Committee.
Nevada Sen. Harry Reid on Wednesday denounced House efforts to gut the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act as part of the Tule Springs legislation mark-up to take place Thursday morning.
Gardnerville rabies case presents frightening, heartbreaking choices
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/26/2014 - 2:26pm
He hardly looks menacing in his photo. In fact, he's quite cute, but public health officials say a boxer-mix pup may present a significant, in fact, a potentially deadly, health risk.
He and his litter mates were born about 12 weeks ago and sold through a Facebook ad. One of them later died of parvo, but also tested positive here at the state lab for a rabies strain found in a species of bats.
Carson Nugget kicks off 60th anniversary celebration Saturday with cake and champagne
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2014 - 10:44am
The community is invited to join the Carson Nugget as it celebrates their 60th anniversary on Saturday, March 1st with cake and champagne served on the casino floor at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. This event is free and will kick off many events to celebrate the rich history the Carson Nugget has with the community of Carson City.
Mile High Jazz Band presents evening of big-band jazz and poetry March 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2014 - 10:12am
The Mile High Jazz Band with vocalists Sheryl Adams and Cindee LeVal will be joined by six poets and readers for "Odds and Ends," a lively evening of big-band jazz music and poetry.
The event will be on Tuesday, March 11, 7:30-9:30 p.m., at Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson Street, across the street from the state legislature building in Carson City. Admission is $5 general and free for age 18 and under.
Carson City man jailed after allegedly urinating near children at Mills Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2014 - 9:47amA 67-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of indecent conduct after he allegedly urinated near children at Mills Park.
According to the arrest report, a Carson City Sheriff's Office deputy was dispatched to the park at around 4 p.m. and detained the man near the skate park.
Officers spoke with a witness who said the man was observed urinating on some bushes near the south end of the park. The witness was with his 1-year-old-son and said that there were other children in the area where the man was seen urinating.
Beer and Pizza Championships set for March 28
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/25/2014 - 2:52pm
Event Date:
March 28, 2014 - 5:30pm The Rotary Club of Carson City's hit event the Beer and Pizza Championships, returns again this year so help us crown the King (or Queen) of all brews and pizza in the greater Carson City area.
The event at the Carson Mall begins at 5:30 p.m. and will feature a live and silent auction, raffle for wheelbarrow full of wine, and a drawing for a 4-Day Samuel Adams Boston trip for two!
The event is presented by the Rotary Club of Carson City and High Sierra Brewing Co and benefits local scholarships and charities. Ticket includes all you can drink beer and all you can eat pizza.
Sandoval, Delaware governor sign internet gaming agreement
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/25/2014 - 12:02pmNevada Gov. Brian Sandoval and Delaware Governor Jack Markell took an important step forward in online gaming Tuesday, signing a first-in-the-nation Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement that will eventually allow poker players in both states to play against each other online at the same virtual tables.
Friends of CASI (Carson Animal Services Initiative) working hard to build a new animal shelter
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/25/2014 - 11:57am
The dedicated volunteers of Friends of CASI or better known as CASI have been diligent in their mission to make a new animal shelter a reality for Carson City residents. Starting the year out with ambitious goals of raising more money for the shelter construction fund is only part of CASI’s mission.
United Blood Services drive today in courthouse parking lot
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/25/2014 - 11:36amEvent Date:
March 5, 2014 - 8:00am
Find the hero in you. Give blood and save lives during a blood drive today, March 5, from 8 to 11 a.m. The event is sponsored by the Carson City Sheriff's Office. First time donors welcome.
The United Blood Service "Bloodmobile" will be in the courthouse parking lot, 885 East Musser Street. March is Donor Appreciation Month. All donors will receive 300 extra hero reward points for giving blood at this drive. Please bring your photo ID and donor card. There's also free cholesterol testing with every donation.
Zephyr Cove woman faces murder charge in shooting death of her husband
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/25/2014 - 11:18am
A 50-year-old Zephyr Cove woman faces a charge of open murder after allegedly shooting and killing her husband.
Tatiana Leibel, was taken into custody by Douglas County Sheriff's Office Tuesday morning, said Sgt. Pat Brooks.
On Sunday, Feb 23, 2014 at 11 a.m., the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office responded to 452 Kent Way, Zephyr Cove for a report of a male who had shot himself.
