May 2014
Political Newcomers Compete to Challenge Amodei in Second Congressional District
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/27/2014 - 6:40amCARSON CITY — Four Northern Nevadans with private-sector backgrounds and no political experience are competing to represent the Democratic Party in the 2nd Congressional District race in the November general election.
Carson City Photo Club meets Wednesday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 7:17pm
Event Date:
May 28, 2014 - 6:30pm Attention all photographers: The Carson Photo Club meets this Wednesday, May 28, 6:30 p.m. at the Carson City Sheriff's Office, 911 East Musser Street. The theme this month is "Signs of Springs."
Interested? Come and check it out! All levels of photographers and cameras welcome. Go here for the Facebook page and here for the website.
100th Anniversary of Krebs Peterson Mansion & Western BBQ
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 4:27pm
Event Date:
July 19, 2014 - 4:00pm Come see the historic home where John Wayne's last movie, The Shootist, was filmed. Built in 1914, the Krebs Peterson Mansion turns 100 this year. Join us on Saturday, July 19, for the 100th Anniversary of the Krebs Peterson Mansion and Western BBQ benefitting the Elect Jason Woodbury Carson City District Attorney campaign. The event runs from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Mansion, located at 500 Mountain Street in Carson City. Admission is $25 per family and includes Western BBQ, volleyball, basketball, kids playground, bounce house, DJ and fun.
Genoa's Sweet Sippin' Sundays
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 1:06pm
Event Date:
June 1, 2014 - 1:00pm Genoa’s Sweet Sippin’ Sundays strolls into its second month of the season, June 1. Come out to Main Street Genoa and enjoy the vodka-based drinks of the day and music by The Rick Hammond Blues Band. Also, meet the non-profit recipients of the day, the Suicide Prevention Network.
The cost is $12, which includes a special event glass or $10 for return sippers who bring their event glass with them. Complete your passport in time and get a chance at winning $100 in “Genoa Bucks” or a Second Chance Spin on the Wheel of Fortune!
Carson City man jailed on felony domestic battery and home invasion charges
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 11:05amUPDATE: Carson City sheriff's office deputies made multiple felony and misdemeanor arrests from Friday through Monday during the Memorial Day weekend holiday period. Felony arrests were for domestic battery, weapon and drug charges.
Carson City Memorial Day service today at Lone Mountain Cemetery
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 10:42amEvent Date:
May 26, 2014 - 1:00pm
Memorial Day Services are today, Monday, 1 p.m. at Lone Mountain Cemetery in Carson City. Organizers said the Sons of Veterans of the Civil War will fire a cannon during the ceremony as part of Nevada’s Sesquicentennial, the 150th anniversary of Nevada’s admission to the Union.
Among the speakers at the ceremony will be Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell and retired Navy Capt. David Treinen.
Eagle Valley Middle School aide accused of sexual conduct with student
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 9:20amA 28-year-old Eagle Valley Middle School teacher aide was arrested Friday on suspicion of having sexual contact with a student, according to a criminal complaint filed in Carson City Justice Court.
Stephanie Mariskanish was arrested without incident and is being held on $20,000 bail. According to the complaint filed on Friday, the woman is accused of four counts sexual contact with a 14-year-old between Feb. 1 and March 30, 2014.
Annual Powwow Celebrates Nevada's Rich, Native History
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 7:38am
Stewart Indian School in Carson City hosts its annual Father’s Day Powwow, Friday, June 13 through Sunday, June 15, and is one of the sanctioned 150 events celebrating Nevada’s Sesquicentennial – 150 years of statehood. Everyone is invited to experience the beauty and significance of Nevada’s Native American heritage through traditional dance competitions, music and elaborate costumes of this wonderful, rich culture.
Four Boat Inspection Stations Open in Northern Nevada
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 7:19amRENO, Nev. (AP) — Four boat inspection and decontamination stations designed to combat the spread of aquatic invasive species have opened in northern Nevada.
Wildlife Agencies Want People to be Bear Aware
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 7:15amCalifornia and Nevada wildlife officials are reminding people to be “bear aware” and act responsibly in bear country.
