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What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, March 2
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/01/2019 - 9:50pmThis weekend calls for a celebration, because the first Saturday of March is upon us and that means the Carson City Downtown Business Association Wine Walk come rain, snow, wind or shine. And get this: Today's Wine Walk is the last one before Spring.
Carson Kids Dental celebrates opening with ribbon cutting ceremony Friday
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/01/2019 - 10:02amThe Carson City Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting to mark the opening of Carson Kids Dental Friday. In attendance were Dr. Chelsie Todd, Chamber members and city officials, including Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell who helped Dr. Todd cut the ribbon on the new dental care clinic.
Dr. Todd and her staff are excited to provide quality care and a comfortable experience for kids in the community.
Carson City earns arts spotlight: Taking Flight exhibit unveiled at Reno-Tahoe Airport
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 02/27/2019 - 11:51amThe Reno-Tahoe International Airport unveiled its “Carson City Arts: Taking Flight” exhibit Tuesday evening at the airport’s gallery which features local artists who shine a spotlight on the capital city.
Read Across America March 2 at Carson City Library
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/23/2019 - 10:54amCome to the Carson City Library and hear some of your favorite public officials discuss what reading means to them. Each speaker will also be reading a story! Light refreshments will be served.
The schedule includes:
11:00 AM Mayor Bob Crowell
11:30 AM Supervisor Lori Bagwell
12:00 PM Sheriff Ken Furlong
Children 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver at least 13 years of age at all times.
Carson City to be center focus in Reno-Tahoe International Airport's 'Taking Flight' art exhibit
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 02/20/2019 - 11:02amThe Carson City Arts: Taking Flight Inaugural Art Exhibition at the Reno-Tahoe International Airport will host an opening reception on Tuesday, Feb. 26 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the new art installation in the airport, featuring artists from Carson City.
Carson City’s Marcus Yeager represents Boys and Girls Club in Youth of the Year competition
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 02/13/2019 - 7:23pmThe Boys and Girls Club statewide Youth of the Year competition was hosted Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center by Carson City’s Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada.
Carson City’s representative is a 16-year-old Carson High School senior named Marcus Yeager, who is in the top tenth percentile in school and is a Commander in ROTC.
Grand Re-Opening Gala for Carson City Community Center Theater
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/13/2019 - 10:18amCarson City celebrated the grand re-opening of the newly remodeled Bob Boldrick Theatre in style with a black tie gala Tuesday night.
Carson City Mayor address: Affordable housing challenges remain amid economic rebound
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/30/2019 - 2:02pmUPDATED WITH VIDEO LINK: Here is the State of the City address delivered Wednesday by Carson City Mayor Robert "Bob" Crowell. The annual presentation highlights activity and successes within city government in 2018 and goals put forward to accomplish this year.
Happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/30/2019 - 9:08amHello Carson City. Today is the middle of the work week, Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019. Time to start thinking about those weekend plans, especially if they involve travel as weather changes are ahead and snow is expected in the Sierra by Saturday. As for today, enjoy the sunshine. The weather service says expect partly sunny skies and a high of 55.
Who was Bob Boldrick and why is the Carson City Community Center theater named for him?
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/28/2019 - 12:20pm“Who is John Galt” is the opening line of the Ayn Rand’s most popular novel “Atlas Shrugged.” In Carson City, the question being asked by the general public now that the spotlight is on the revitalization of the Bob Boldrick theater is “Who is Bob Boldrick?”
Reno Orthopedic Clinic celebrates opening of new Carson City facility
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 7:23pmReno Orthopedic Clinic (ROC) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating its newest facility at 1365 Medical Parkway in Carson City Thursday evening.
Intimate Designs Floral cuts ribbon on new Carson City location
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 10:05amA ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the new location of Intimate Designs (ID) Floral Wednesday night, with Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell doing the honors.
Capital Buzz: Carson City becomes the 76th Bee City USA in nation
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/03/2019 - 5:54pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to become a Bee City USA. This completed the efforts of the Great Basin Beekeepers of Nevada and Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space to accomplish this certification.
Carson City mayor Bob Crowell to present State of City address
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/03/2019 - 12:18pmMayor Robert Crowell will be addressing the citizens of Carson City on Wednesday, Jan. 30 to highlight all that has been done by the various city departments in 2018 and what can be expected to be started or completed in 2019 in this “city on the move."
January Board of Supervisors meeting will fill several vacancies
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/28/2018 - 9:52amThe next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Jan. 3 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 East William Street.
Wreaths Across America at Eastside Memorial Park in Minden
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/15/2018 - 6:32pmCarson City Mayor Bob Crowell was among those in attendance Saturday for the "Wreaths Across America" ceremony at Eastside Memorial Park in Minden.
New Smart Foodservice Warehouse Store in Carson City opens with ribbon cutting ceremony
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 1:09pmCarson City’s latest food market opened to commercial business customers Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the grocery chain's newest store, located at 222 Fairview Drive in the Lowe’s shopping center next door to Office Depot.
Carson City marks World War I Armistice Centennial with Bells of Peace ringing
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 11/11/2018 - 12:54pmThe centennial anniversary of World War I Armistice was observed Sunday morning at the Nevada State Museum in downtown Carson City with a "Bells of Peace" commemoration featuring the replica Liberty Bell displayed in Loftin Park, the outdoor courtyard just east of the Dema Guinn Concourse.
What's happening around Carson City on Armistice Day, Sunday, Nov. 11
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 11/10/2018 - 8:33pmToday is Armistice Day, Nov. 11, precursor to the modern Veterans Day holiday, which is observed on Monday.
On this date 100 years ago, armistice was signed ending World War I in Europe.
Tazmanian Boxing Club cuts ribbon on new Carson City location
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 11/10/2018 - 2:11pmIn a strong showing of community support, Tazmanian Boxing Club owner Francisco Rodriguez cut the ribbon to his gym's new 8,000 square-foot fitness facility Saturday morning with the help of family, friends, the Carson City Chamber of Commerce and Carson City Board of Supervisors.
Schedule of events for Veterans Day through the weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/08/2018 - 1:39pmFrom free concerts, to pet adoptions, to a new memorial, here are the list of events for 2018's Veterans Day.
Nevada State Museum in Carson City to commemorate 100th anniversary of end of World War I
Submitted by editor on Sun, 11/04/2018 - 9:57amIn honor of the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I, the Nevada State Museum in Carson City will be hosting a special event: “Armistice: Commemorating the End of the Great War" on Saturday, Nov. 10.
Casino Fandango unveils new ballroom with ribbon cutting ceremony
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/02/2018 - 6:52pmThe new ballroom of Carson City’s Casino Fandango was unveiled in a ribbon cutting ceremony Friday evening, complete with champagne, prime rib, a catered buffet dinner, and a live band, in typical Fandango style.
Carson City cuts ribbon on Curry Street Improvement Project
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 10/26/2018 - 11:00amMembers of the Carson City community turned out Friday morning for the ribbon to be cut on the downtown Curry Street Improvement Project, a six-month planned construction project that featured wider sidewalks and other pedestrian-friendly improvements.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada celebrate ‘Lights on Afterschool’
Submitted by editor on Mon, 10/22/2018 - 2:12pmCARSON CITY — Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families and communities. The effort has become a hallmark of the afterschool movement by drawing attention to the many ways after school programs support students by offering them opportunities to learn new things — such as science, community service, robotics, Tae Kwon Do and poetry — and discover new skills.
Wanted: Local superheroes needed for Meals on Wheels
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 10/19/2018 - 10:24amMeals on Wheels Carson City sent up the bat signal today to seek local superheroes to join The Reliables, a team of community-minded folks determined to tackle hunger and loneliness in Carson’s home-bound senior population.
206 Acres of Carson City Trails and Open Space Acquired for Public Benefit
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/18/2018 - 2:07pm206 acres between Ash Canyon and Vicee Canyon have recently been purchased from Gerald and Luanna Hamm by Carson City, with funds from the Carson City Quality of Life – Open Space Fund and the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF).
Carson City Curry Street project to be unveiled, Passport to Downtown celebration follows
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/17/2018 - 6:51pmCarson City's downtown Curry streetscape project will wrap up ahead of the Nevada Day parade with a ceremonial ribbon cutting ceremony Friday, Oct. 26 followed by the third annual Passport to Downtown celebration.
Well Being Massage and Functional Fitness celebrates new Carson City location
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 10/06/2018 - 11:50amWell Being Massage and Functional Fitness in Carson City celebrated its grand re-opening Saturday morning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell, Carson City Supervisor Lori Bagwell and members of the Carson City Chamber of Commerce.
Carson City plugs into National Energy Efficiency Day this Friday
Submitted by editor on Thu, 10/04/2018 - 11:38amCarson City has joined a growing national network of municipalities, other government agencies, utilities, multiple companies, and clean energy advocates in highlighting the benefits of energy efficiency on Friday, Oct. 5, the third annual Energy Efficiency Day.