Advocates
Douglas County authorities ask for public's help finding vandals who destroyed horse troughs
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 08/01/2018 - 4:55pmAfter horse troughs for the Fish Springs wild horses were destroyed, resulting in $1,400 worth of damage, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the people involved in this felony destruction of property.
Carson City Democrats luncheon to feature state Supreme Court justice
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/01/2018 - 9:32amAssociate Supreme Court Justice Lidia Stiglich will be the featured speaker at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon. Justice Stiglich took the bench in January, 2017 after appointment by Gov. Sandoval, having been a 2nd Judicial District judge in Reno since December, 2012.
Jenny Raven: The Creative Growth Years 1979 - 1984
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/31/2018 - 8:40pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative, also known as CCAI, presents its exhibition, "Jenny Raven: The Creative Growth Years 1979 - 1984" with artwork by artist Jenny Raven in the city’s Community Center Sierra Room, 851 E William Street, Carson City. The exhibition is available to the public through October 18, 2018. CCAI will host an exhibition reception on Friday, August 17, 5-7pm in the Sierra Room.
Visual Oasis: Works from Creative Growth
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/31/2018 - 6:57pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative, also known as CCAI, presents its group show, "Visual Oasis: Works from Creative Growth", at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery in Carson City. The exhibition with art by 17 artists will be in the gallery from through Sept. 27, 2018.
Reports: Wild horses rounded up in Dayton area
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/31/2018 - 2:20pmHorse advocates in the Dayton area say there was a Bureau of Land Management roundup that happened Tuesday off of Dayton Valley Road. According to a number of people on the Facebook social media page Dayton Nevada News and Information, the roundup involves several horses the advocates say were put into pens.
BLM Fish Springs wild horse roundup stopped
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/27/2018 - 12:51pmGARDNERVILLE, Nev. — The Pine Nut Wild Horse Advocates, a grassroots organization dedicated to protecting local wild horses, was informed Friday by the Interior Department that the Bureau of Land Management will not move forward with the planned massive roundup of wild horses living in and around the Fish Springs area.
Karl Neathammer to speak at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/25/2018 - 11:01amFormer tribal court judge and pro tem Justice of the Peace Karl Neathammer will be the featured speaker at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon.
Carson City looks for more effective jail time for women
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 07/24/2018 - 4:37pmSpeaking to a group of women community leaders and advocates, Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong asked a rhetorical question: “When was the first time you were a victim?”
Winners of the 2018 Taste of Downtown announced
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 07/23/2018 - 4:35pmThe Winners of the 2018 Taste of Downtown fundraiser for Advocates to End Domestic Violence were announced Monday, with the Hacienda Market and Grill winning best overall.
Tasters bring their appetites to downtown Carson City in silver anniversary celebration
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 07/21/2018 - 9:19pmOrganizers of the annual Taste of Downtown in Carson City anticipated another sell-out year in 2018, and if the crowds along North Carson Street Saturday night were any indication, they may be right.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: July 21 - 22
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 07/20/2018 - 5:33pmI have long found it impossible to decide which Carson City event is my favorite: forever waffling between Nevada Day and the Taste of Downtown. Seeing as the annual parade is still months away, I’m going to side with ‘The Taste’ purely for its timeliness. With over forty local eateries participating, multiple raffles at downtown shops, and seven bands rocking every corner of the event, it’s practically impossible to have a bad time. This might be the biggest happening in town, but it’s by no means the only good time: read on for all this weekend’s options.
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It's Your City: 2018 Taste of Downtown Carson City arrives Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/19/2018 - 2:10pmThis week's edition of It's Your City features all things Taste of Downtown, the 25th annual culinary extravaganza happens this Saturday in Carson City.
Carson City Dems luncheon to feature Question 3 opponent
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/19/2018 - 10:15amMike Roberson, Northern Nevada Outreach Coordinator for the Coalition to Defeat Question 3, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon in Carson City. This event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on July 23 at Carson City's Round Table Pizza, near Starbucks just off of College Parkway.
What to do this Wednesday in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 07/18/2018 - 6:01amIt can be hard to wait for the weekend, especially when you’ve got the 25th Annual Taste of Downtown to look forward to. The fundraiser for Advocates to End Domestic Violence fills the streets with tasty treats from over 40 local restaurants, several bands, and fun for the entire community; it’s the best party of the summer.
Column: Do you have time to spare for a child?
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 07/15/2018 - 10:18amEach of our lives is run by a clock. Our days are governed by time.
Most of us never seem to have enough of it in a day to do with what we want, much more everything we need done, either.
Advocates to End Domestic Violence heads rural county list of state grant funds awards
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 07/14/2018 - 8:54amThe Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) has awarded a total of $3.7 million in grant funds from the state's Account for Aid for Victims of Domestic Violence to organizations statewide, including the Carson City-based Advocates to End Domestic Violence(AEDV), which topped the list of rural county recipients with a grant totaling $89,824.
Carson City Mayor Crowell to be Dems luncheon speaker
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/10/2018 - 11:56pmCarson City Mayor Bob Crowell will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. This event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on July 16 at Carson City's Round Table Pizza, near Starbucks in the Walmart retail complex, just off of College Parkway. All-you-can-eat buffet lunch available. All are welcome.
Carson City Parks and Recreation Community Service Awards ceremony set for Wednesday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/07/2018 - 5:45amThe Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation will present Community Service Awards for year 2018 recipients in a brief ceremony on Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at 5:30 p.m. at the monument at the entrance to the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Mills Park.
Tickets available for 2018 Taste of Downtown July 21 in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 07/05/2018 - 4:56pmTickets for 2018 Taste of Downtown were scheduled to become available for in-person purchase July 1 at two locations in Carson City, according to Advocates to End Domestic Violence Executive Director Lisa Lee.
Environmental watchdog to be Dems luncheon speaker
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/04/2018 - 5:43amJohn Hadder, executive director of Great Basin Resource Watch, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon.
GBRW is a Reno-based environmental justice organization dedicated to protecting the health and well being of the land, air, water, wildlife, and human communities of the Great Basin from the adverse effects of resource extraction and use. They advocate on behalf of policy solutions that reduce toxic emissions, protect water resources, and preserve human and wildlife habitat.
Carson City area CASA volunteer information hour and training set for July 12
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 8:42pmLove working with children? Want to be a voice for a child in the child welfare system? Do you want to stand up and make a difference in a child's life? Then this volunteer opportunity is for you — become a CASA team member.
Carson City community radio pioneer to be Dems luncheon speaker
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 12:12amBrian Bahouth, news director at KNVC 95.1 FM, will be the featured speaker at the Democratic luncheon on Monday, July 2nd. Before coming to Carson City, he served as news director at three other community radio stations: KRZA in Alamosa, Colorado, KVMR in Nevada City and KUNR in Reno.
Things to do on Tuesday around Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 06/26/2018 - 5:52amIt’s been toasty outside, which is one of the reasons Muscle Powered moves the start time for their morning walk during the summer months. A stroll along the Carson River at Riverview Park is a perfect way to start the day. If your little one is still a little uneasy on a bicycle, the Bike Safety Rodeo in Silver City will help get them on the right path. Tuesdays belong to Canyon White at Living the Good Life. The singer/songwriter takes to the stage for a jam session and open mic night.
TUESDAY, June 26: Things to do in Carson City
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: June 23 - 24
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 06/22/2018 - 4:21pmIt’s a planes, trains, and automobiles kind of weekend. Add in bands, bikes and bar-be-ques and we’ve got most of this weekend’s list covered. The Carson City Airport is celebrating 90 years at this year’s open house and fly-in. One of the summer’s best events with balloon rides, cool old planes, and much more: you won’t want to miss it. Beat the heat at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada; all admission fees have been waived today thanks to Carson City Toyota. Summer concerts at the Brewery Arts Center begin tonight with the Original Wailers.
Wilderness advocate to be Carson City Dems luncheon speaker
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/19/2018 - 8:36amShaaron Netherton, Friends of Nevada Wilderness Executive Director, will be the featured speaker at the Carson City Democratic luncheon on Monday, June 25.
Wild horse advocate to be Dems luncheon speaker
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/14/2018 - 10:00amDorothy Nylen from the Wild Horse Preservation League will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. She will review strategies advocated by the League for keeping wild horses free from slaughter and eventual extinction, and will explain what members of the public can do to help advance those goals. The group hopes to avoid having all of Nevada's wild horses confined to a limited number of sanctuaries.
Judge Armstrong to be Carson City Dems luncheon speaker
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/06/2018 - 1:23pmTom Armstrong, currently seeking a second six-year term as Judge of Carson City's Justice/Municipal Court Department I, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. He will review the status of the Misdemeanor Treatment Court he established to help young drug addicts through the rehabilitation process.
Justice of Peace candidates to speak at Carson City GOP women's group
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/06/2018 - 12:34pmThe public is invited to hear Kristin Luis and Ryan Russell, candidates for Carson City Justice of the Peace, at our upcoming meeting Tuesday, June 19.
Advance tickets on sale for 2018 Taste of Downtown in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 06/01/2018 - 10:50amAdvanced tickets for the 2018 Taste of Downtown, one of Carson City's largest signature outdoor events of the year, are now on sale.
Carson City CASA holds first formal swearing in ceremony for advocates
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 05/30/2018 - 1:32pmMore than 15 Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) with the First Juvenile District Court in Carson City were sworn in Wednesday during a public ceremony held at the Carson City Courthouse.