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Lake Tahoe man sentenced to prison for destruction of ancient archaeological sites
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 5:52pmSACRAMENTO, Calif. — A South Lake Tahoe man was sentenced Tuesday by U.S. District Judge John A. Mendez to one year and one day in prison and ordered to pay $113,000 in restitution for two counts of excavation and removal of archaeological resources from public lands and one misdemeanor count of unlawful possession of methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney McGregor W. Scott announced.
Snowshoe Thompson Ski and Snowshoe Celebration returns March 2
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/23/2019 - 1:03pmThe 19th annual Snowshoe Thompson Ski and Snowshoe Celebration returns once again to the Sierra on Saturday, March 2 at 9:30 a.m. at the Lake Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe.
Event activities begin with a guided tour over the snow starting at 9:30 a.m. with Norwegian native and longboard ski expert Nina MacLeod, who will also give a longboard ski demonstration. Attendees may bring their own snowshoes and cross country skis, or rent snowshoes from the Lake Tahoe Golf Course.
Carson City area weather: Cold and more snow possible Wednesday and Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 11:34amAnother cold low pressure system will bring more snow and snow showers Wednesday and Thursday to the Carson City region, with lake effect snow bands again possible Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.
Fishing Report cautions anglers to wait for Caples and Red Lakes to thaw in Spring
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/15/2019 - 2:54pmHello fellow anglers, Not really the right weather to go fishing recently. But us die hards will get out there no matter what. Before we get to some reports, I would like to put a few rumors and report to rest.
Rain and melting snow prompt Flood Advisory for Carson City, Carson Valley, Lyon regions
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/14/2019 - 9:40amContinued rain on melting snow has prompted the National Weather Service to issue an Urban and Small Stream Flood Advisory on Thursday morning for Carson City, Douglas, Southern Washoe, Northern Lyon and Storey counties.
Public Works: Moderate street flooding in Carson City due to snow and ice on storm drains
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/13/2019 - 4:45pmCarson City Public works reports moderate flooding Wednesday afternoon over roadways where storm drains are blocked by snow and ice.
Flood advisory issued for western Carson City, Douglas County; High Wind Warning underway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/13/2019 - 3:00pmThe National Weather Service in Reno issued a Flood Advisory on Wednesday afternoon for western Carson City, Douglas County, southern Washoe County and other areas of the region including South Lake Tahoe.
Winter Conditioning and Obstacle Course Training
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 11:50amGet fit for your Winter Sports and Obstacle Course Racing Events at Well Being Massage and Functional Fitness. All winter sport and obstacle course enthusiasts in the area are invited to participate. The three-week program starts Tuesday, February 12, 2019.
Mac the Naw: Wintertime catches at Topaz Lake, ice fishing in the Sierra
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/10/2019 - 11:22amHello fellow anglers, Fishing at Topaz Lake is off to a good start for 2019. The weather cooperated, with the only drawback was that the morning temperature on Jan. 1 was 9 degrees at 6:30 a.m. But warmed up to a nice 38 for a high.
Winter sport conditioning program continues into 2019 at Well Being
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/26/2018 - 1:27pmCARSON CITY — By Popular Demand Well Being Massage and Functional Fitness will continue to run its Winter Sport Conditioning Program for two more separate 3-week sessions. The winter season is rocking. Will you be? Lock in your best season of skiing, trekking, snow-boarding and snow mobiling ever and ensure yourself that when the snow calls you, your fitness level will not let you down.
Mac the Naw: Ice on lakes still unstable for fishing; Topaz opener set for Jan. 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 5:07pmHello fellow anglers, It is snowing everywhere. Which means that many roads in Alpine County have finally closed for the season. With our recent storms brings ice on some of our surrounding lakes and ponds. I strongly recommend to stay off of the ice, even though our temperatures have plummeted, the ice is very thin and is very dangerous this time of year.
Nevada authors gather for book signing at state museum in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/05/2018 - 2:51pmThe Nevada State Museum in Carson City will be hosting a book signing featuring more than a dozen Nevada authors. The Autumn Book Signing event is Saturday, Dec. 15 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will be held in the Dema Guinn Concourse of the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. Admission to the book signing is free. Light refreshments will be served.
Winter Sport Conditioning Program at Well Being
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 6:05amCARSON CITY — Get fit for your Winter Sports and Activities. Well Being (Massage and Functional Fitness) hosts its second Winter Sport and Activity Conditioning Program this year. All winter sport and activity enthusiasts in the area are invited to participate.
The three week program began Monday, Nov. 26, 2018. Training days and times include the following:
— Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday mornings at 9:00 a.m.
— Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 5:30 p.m.
Will storms bring snow to Carson City? Forecasters say valley floor maybe, foothills likely
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 4:11pmA clearer picture of what this week’s series of storms may bring has emerged from National Weather Service forecasters Monday, with a Winter Storm Watch now in effect for Lake Tahoe and Sierra, which could see 3 or more feet of snow and a slight chance of snow down to the valley floors by the end of the week.
Winter Sport Conditioning Program at Well Being
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/18/2018 - 10:38pmCARSON CITY — Get fit for your Winter Sports and Activities! Well Being (Massage and Functional Fitness) hosts its second Winter Sport and Activity Conditioning Program this year. All winter sport and activity enthusiasts in the area are invited to participate. The three week program starts Monday, November 26th, 2018. Training days and times include the following:
Sierra Nevada Realtors Names New President and Board of Directors for 2019
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/07/2018 - 1:22pmCARSON CITY — Sierra Nevada Realtors recently announced their 2019 President and Board of Directors. The President for next year is Leslie Cain, who is a Realtor with RE/MAX Realty Affiliates in Carson City.
Carson City sheriff's investigators ask for help locating teen runaway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/29/2018 - 3:07pmUPDATE TUESDAY 7PM: The 16-year-old teen reported as a runaway has been found safe and is now back in Carson City. See the update here.
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The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for assistance in locating a 16-year-old female runaway.
Mac the Naw: As season draws to a close, big fish are being caught around Sierra
Submitted by editor on Thu, 10/25/2018 - 8:21amHello fellow anglers, well we are over the full moon and time to get down to the final days of fishing in some areas around the Sierra. Before you venture out, here's a couple tips.
Nevada hoops squad running hard for a banner season
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 10/19/2018 - 2:14pmInstead of participating in NBA Summer League, Cody Martin spent the offseason training with the Nevada Wolf Pack, including a unique activity called “The Tahoe Run.”
Nevada Division of Forestry receives new life-saving helicopter rescue system
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 12:16pmThe Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) is excited to announce the new addition of an advanced rescue hoist system, which will aid in emergency response and life-saving rescue efforts primarily for injured wildland firefighters.
Events and happenings in Carson City for Friday, October 12
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/11/2018 - 8:52pmHappy Friday Carson City! Today starts the sunny weekend ahead, with a high of 67 and cloudless skies.
On the books today is the Loud as Folk concert at the Brewery Arts Center, a tour of the Carson River, a morning walk of the newly opened Linear Ditch Trail, Moon Lectures, and more!
Mac the Naw: Fall colors and lots of fish opportunities through the end of October
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/11/2018 - 6:50amHello fellow anglers, this time of year is great to get out and enjoy fishing a river with the fall colors in bloom. The trees and aspen "quakies" in Alpine County have now peaked. Another place to enjoy the fall colors would be at Taylor Creek on Emerald Bay Road near South Lake Tahoe.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Oct. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/11/2018 - 6:08amHello Carson City, we are rounding third and headed into the weekend. Today is Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018. Among featured events include a morning coffee networking meeting, an afternoon hike, a spiritual conversation with a Hindu statesman at St. Paul's Lutheran Family Church, art showings and more.
Carson High School teachers fly with Blue Angels
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/10/2018 - 3:28pmMINDEN, Nev. — Two Carson High School teachers, Billy McHenry, Math and Entrepreneurship, and Matt Morgan, AP U.S. History, were nominated by their peers as Blue Angels' Key Influencers: people who help to shape attitudes and opinions of youth in their community.
Signups underway for 2018 Carson River Watershed 'Get on the Bus' Tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/03/2018 - 1:58pmThe Carson Water Subconservancy District is offering a two-day bus tour of the Carson River Watershed. The Carson River Watershed “Get on the Bus” Tour will cover a variety of watershed topics and locations from the headwaters in Alpine County, Calif., to a tour of the Lahontan Dam and Gate House near Fallon.
The 2018 fall colors of Hope Valley
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/03/2018 - 12:31pmBe sure to enjoy the spectacular displays of the colorful leaves on Quaking Aspen trees, also known as "Quakies" before it's too late. Tuesday afternoon, Elaine and I took a drive to Hope Valley, Calif., to see those colors and they are spectacular!
Fall Photos: Time is right for a Sunday drive through Hope Valley
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/30/2018 - 9:11amResidents around Lake Tahoe call this shoulder season, the time between summer tourist gridlock and snowy ski play and shoveling. Most of the visitors are at their urban dwellings now as the Alpine folks gather wood and prepare for winter.
Mac the Naw: Fall fishing arrives at Lake Tahoe and Sierra along with plenty of color changes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/27/2018 - 6:38pmHello fellow anglers, the weather has cooled and fall has shown its face. The aspens in the Hope Valley area have started to show their true colors. Days are shorter and the water temperatures have cooled considerably. Which means the fish will start to feed again.
State schools superintendent Torlakson visits Alpine County
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 2:23pmA week after visiting a school in Los Angeles with an enrollment of 4,000, the state’s top education official was touring the Diamond Valley Elementary School campus in Alpine County, Calif., which has 80 students from kindergarten through eighth grade.
Mac the Naw: Fishing winds down at Topaz Lake, season starts up at Pyramid
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/05/2018 - 8:53amHello fellow anglers, I have away fishing in Oregon and the northern California coastal waters for a few weeks. The fishing was phenomenal, but so happy to get back to the local fall fishing in our local area lakes and streams.