July 2018
Carson City-based Pets of the Homeless celebrates 10 years as national nonprofit
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 3:08pmEvent Date:
July 27, 2018 - 12:00pm
CARSON CITY — 2018 marks the 10-year anniversary for Pets of the Homeless, the only national nonprofit organization focused on feeding and providing care to pets of homeless people. In celebration of this milestone, Pets of the Homeless will host an open house July 27, from noon to 6 p.m. at its headquarters in Carson City, 400 West King Street.
City Wide Short Film Competition registration is open
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 1:59pm
Attention all aspiring filmmakers: Can you make a movie in a week? if so, Wired Wednesday Digital Artists of Carson City presents its 2018 City Wide Short Film Competition, a venue where the challenge is getting all the essential pieces in place.
UPDATE: Evans Fire in southwest Reno at 63 acres, 50 percent contained
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 1:35pm
UPDATE MONDAY 1:35PM: The Evans Fire saw no growth overnight and remains at 63 acres and is now 50 percent contained, according to a U.S. Forest Service news release. Firefighters will continue to mop up and improve the line around the fire Monday afternoon. Helicopters will continue to be used to address smokes within the fire area.
Paint Like Van Gogh Workshop at the Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 1:10pm
Event Date:
July 11, 2018 - 9:00am Practice in the style of a famous artist, featuring a different artist each month during the “Paint Like” Summer Series at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.
This month's artist is Vincent Van Gogh. Understand art better as you delve into specific techniques and styles.
Capital City Hoops youth basketball camps return to Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 1:05pm
The second annual Capital City Hoops boys and girls summer basketball programs returns to the Carson City MAC July 9-12 with spots still available.
July 4 Independence celebrations underway, fireworks grand finales Wednesday: find them all here
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 11:40amEvent Date:
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Fourth of July celebrations abound in the Carson City area. Fireworks can be found in Carson City, Virginia City, Reno, Sparks, and at both north and south shore of Lake Tahoe. There are several daytime events going on this week so grab the kids, your friends and family, and have a great Independence Day.
From car insurance minimum hike to education policies, new Nevada laws underway as of July 1
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 11:32amIt’s been more than a year since the end of the 2017 Nevada legislative session, but some laws are only now taking effect.
Carson City deputies make DUI arrest, 30 to 40 mini booze bottles found in vehicle
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 11:23am
A 25-year-old Carson City woman was arrested early Monday for misdemeanor suspicion of DUI, open container and failure to maintain a lane of traffic, a sheriff's deputy said.
Carson City school students participate in GATE sponsored summer theater camp
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 10:05am
The Carson City School District's Gifted and Talented Education Program, also known as GATE, recently hosted a summer theater camp in partnership with Wild Horse Children's Theater.
NDOT to host public information meetings to evaluate future Interstate 11 corridors
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 9:48amEvent Date:
July 24, 2018 - 2:00pm
CARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation will host public information meetings in July and August to provide updates on corridor selection for the future Interstate 11 connecting the Las Vegas valley and northwestern Nevada.
