February 2021
NHP and law enforcement statewide join forces in campaign to stop pedestrian deaths
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/21/2021 - 2:29pm
The Nevada Highway Patrol and other Nevada law enforcement agencies participating in the Joining Forces program are urging pedestrians and drivers alike to be aware of each other and share the road responsibly.
UNR Extension's 4-H Youth Development Program connects STEM to shooting sports
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/21/2021 - 1:52pm
Aiming to connect STEM principles with shooting sports, Extension’s 4-H Youth Development Program has launched a virtual workshop series that teaches youth about physics through disciplines such as archery, air pistol, muzzleloader, shotgun and rifle. This first-of-its-kind program in Nevada, was adapted from curriculums from 4-H programs in Colorado and Idaho, making the science, technology, engineering and math connection using the popular sport.
Carson City Library opens Monday with regular hours
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/21/2021 - 12:28pmEvent Date:
February 22, 2021 - 10:00am
The Carson City Library is reopening the physical library building to the public starting Monday, Feb. 22 with hours of operation from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.
WNC graduates first paramedic students at Saturday ceremony in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/21/2021 - 12:15pm
The Western Nevada College Paramedicine program celebrated the graduation of 11 paramedics at a ceremony in Carson City on Saturday.
The graduates are now eligible to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician National Certification Test, according to WNC’s Emergency Medical Services and Paramedic Program Coordinator Terry Mendez.
'Wild Nevada: Rules of the Road' with Chris Orr is featured in Capital City Arts Initiative series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/21/2021 - 12:05pm
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May 23, 2021 (All day) The Capital City Art Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors series of public talks presents journalist Chris Orr with "Wild Nevada: Rules of the Road." Viewers are invited to watch the talk online here.
Carson City area road report for Feb. 22-28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/21/2021 - 12:04pm
Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Feb. 22-28, 2021. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Hot air balloon stranded briefly near C-Hill in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/21/2021 - 10:40am
A hot air balloon was briefly stranded on Sunday morning near C-Hill in Carson City. Sheriff's deputies were notified. No one was injured, according to Carson City Sheriff's Office dispatch.
According to Jennifer Myers, who took the photos, the balloon was able to take off after having landed briefly near homes, with the balloon company headed toward a church parking lot with their trailer to rescue it.
Senator Square: More art winners, Carson High juniors to take American College Test
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/21/2021 - 6:40am
The American College Test, a Carson High School graduation requirement, takes place Feb. 23 at Carson High, and it will be administered, free of charge, to all CHS Juniors. According to J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series, “We do not need magic to transform our world, we carry all the power we need inside ourselves already.”
Carson City Parks and Recreation hosts Winter Full Moon Hike Feb. 27
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/20/2021 - 4:48pm
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February 27, 2021 - 7:00pm This upcoming Saturday, February 27, is your one opportunity this winter to Join the Carson City Park Rangers for a moonlit hike underneath the "Snow Moon."
We will be adventuring up to the Boy Scout Overlook on Prison Hill from the 5th St. Trailhead and learning about the cultural history of Prison Hill.
NHL Vegas Golden Knights, Colorado Avalanche game at Tahoe delayed due to sunny conditions
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/20/2021 - 2:42pm
UPDATE: The game resumed at 9 p.m. The Colorado Avalanche won the game over Vegas Golden Knights, 3-2. On Sunday one game resumes Boston Bruins and the Philadelphia Flyers. The match will air 4:30 p.m. and is subject to change due to ice safety conditions. NBCSN, Sportsnet and TVA Sports will provide live coverage.
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On Saturday, the NHL hosted an outdoor game in Lake Tahoe at Edgewood between Nevada's own Vegas Golden Knights against the Colorado Avalanche.
The weather originally called for an overcast day with a bit of snow, but what they found was a cloudless blue sky, with lots of sun.
