December 2014
Local coyote hunt draws some controversy
Submitted by editor on Sat, 12/27/2014 - 5:59amLocal hunters have organized a coyote hunt, which has raised hackles of animal protection groups. The Saturday event, called a coyote calling contest, is similar to hunts in other parts of Nevada and Western states.
Coyotes are an unprotected species in Nevada; a license or permit is not required to hunt them, according to the Nevada Department of Wildlife.
SnowGlobe Music Festival returns to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/26/2014 - 9:12pmEvent Date:
December 29, 2014 (All day)
December 30, 2014 (All day)
December 31, 2014 (All day)
Today’s hottest electronic dance music acts are coming to South Lake Tahoe for the fourth annual SnowGlobe Music Festival, Dec. 29-31.
EDM stars will align for a three-day sonic eclipse, mesmerizing concert-goers with days and nights filled with music, dancing, art, fire dancers and “big air” snow sports demonstrations.
Weekend fun for Carson City: Dec. 27 and 28
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/26/2014 - 8:46pmEvent Date:
December 27, 2014 (All day)
December 28, 2014 (All day)
The weekend has arrived in Carson City, what to do, what to do? The holiday bustle is behind us and a winter chill is in the air. It’s relatively quiet this weekend, but there are always a few options for entertaining yourself.
Fire Chief: Gas leak likely from a mobile gas truck
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/26/2014 - 6:58pmUPDATE: Carson City Fire Chief Stacey Giomi said the gas leak early Friday night was likely a gas truck that was mobile in the area and making deliveries. Douglas County fire agencies also received calls to dispatch regarding the smell from other points in the area.
He said mobile gas trucks sometimes emit odors after deliveries or if there is pressure build-up in tanks some gas will be released.
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UPDATE: Carson City firefighters were unable to determine the source of the gas leak early Friday night that sent a strong odor of natural gas into the air near Costco prompting a brief evacuation, according to dispatch. Highway 395 at Old Clear Creek Road has been reopened.
Douglas County gears up for Lake Tahoe New Year's Eve Celebration at Stateline
Submitted by editor on Fri, 12/26/2014 - 5:01pm
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is making preparations for the upcoming New Year’s Eve celebration at Lake Tahoe starting on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014.
Due to the ordinarily high volume of celebrants within the Stateline casino core area during the event, U.S. Highway 50 may be closed to vehicle traffic in the evening if necessary for public safety. If that should occur, vehicle traffic will be diverted around the Stateline casino core area using upper and lower Lake Parkway Drive.
Artisan Showcase at Carson City Chamber now open
Submitted by editor on Fri, 12/26/2014 - 1:18pm
When the Carson City Chamber purchased the share of the building previously occupied by the visitors bureau, they found themselves with extra space that once housed the visitor center and gift shop operated by the bureau.
What to do with that extra space was the question. Since that vacant space was always operated as a gift shop, the Chamber decided to operate an artisan shop to showcase local talented artists and provide them with yet another outlet to sell their unique art.
Women To Women wraps up TV series with guest Barbara Burgat and special program message
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/26/2014 - 12:07pm
Please enjoy the last episode of the Women To Women TV series. The final guest is Barbara Burgat is a senior private client advisor for Bank of The West, Wealth Management.
At the end of the episode host Carol Paz has a special message for our loyal viewers and all of the wonderful friends we made along the way. Be sure to watch the entire show to see the message. Happy Holiday's from all of us at Women To Women.
Musician Dave Lewis featured New Year's Eve at Mallards Restaurant, Empire Ranch Golf Course
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/26/2014 - 11:58am
Event Date:
December 31, 2014 - 5:00pm Empire Ranch Golf Course and Mallards Restaurant & Bar are pleased to announce that Dave Lewis will be playing for us New Year's Eve. He is a Native New Yorker, saxophone player, guitarist, drummer, vocalist and overall, professional musician. He has played music over 35 years and has performed in some of the top venues, including Windows on the World at the World Trade Center, Tavern on the Green in Central Park, and the Rainbow Room at Rockefeller Center.
Woman jailed on felony possession of marijuana after Christmas Day traffic stop
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/26/2014 - 11:28am
A Truckee, Calif., woman was arrested Dec. 25, 2:38 p.m. in the 1700 block of North Carson Street on felony suspicion of possession of marijuana after officers found approximately 4.5 ounces in her vehicle following a traffic stop, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Carson City Curbside Christmas tree recycling begins Jan. 5
Submitted by editor on Fri, 12/26/2014 - 9:36am
Carson City and Waste Management again offers their annual Christmas tree curbside recycling service this season. As in previous post-holiday years, Christmas trees can be placed curbside on your regular trash collection day or taken to drop off locations beginning Jan. 5, 2015.
