Carson City
Livermore legislation signed by Gov. Sandoval to preserve Nevada State Prison for tourism
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/22/2013 - 11:08amAssemblyman Pete Livermore, Carson City Mayor Robert Crowell and members of the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society assembled late Tuesday afternoon to witness Gov. Brian Sandoval sign off on the recommendation to study the feasibility of turning the historic prison into a visitor's museum/attraction.
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Military Aircraft and Vehicle Museum to Open in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/22/2013 - 11:04amCactus Air Force received approval from the Carson City Airport Authority to build a military aircraft and vehicle museum at the Carson City Airport.
Cactus Air Force’s “Wings and Wheels Museum” will be a nonprofit, public museum dedicated to celebrating aviation and military history through preserving, restoring, displaying and use of US military aircraft and vehicles from WWII to present.
Carson Nugget to host Memorial Day barbecue, the first of four summer events
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/22/2013 - 10:06amAre you looking for something fun to do on Memorial Day? Come on down to the Carson Nugget in Carson City and participate in the first of four Red, White, & Blue Summer BBQs.
This Monday May 27th the Carson Nugget will host the first BBQ of the season. This event is free to the public and offers fun for all ages.
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Taste of DownTown Carson City celebrates 20 years with June 15 culinary event
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/22/2013 - 9:53amThirteen blocks. Dozens of restaurants. Multiple live bands. One Day. Foodies prepare yourself because the best of Carson City's culinary side comes alive Saturday, June 15 at the 20th annual Taste of DownTown, the capital city's premiere downtown summer event.
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Airport to get military aircraft museum
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/22/2013 - 9:38amA museum to display military aircraft and vehicles is planned at the Carson City Airport, with a preview slated for summer and construction to start in the fall.
Don Q's weekly fishing report for week of May 22-28
Submitted by Don Quilici on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 10:19pmHere is the Memorial Day weekend fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 22-28. Pack plenty of sunscreen, fill your cooler full of cold beverages and enjoy the long holiday weekend.
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Gourmand Golf Scramble signups underway; tourney to benefit Community Counseling Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 9:49pmSignups continue for the 19th Gourmand Golf Scramble set for Sunday, June 2 at Eagle Valley West Golf Course. The tournament returns after a year hiatus and is sponsored by The Cracker Box, Café at Adele’s and Js’ Old Town Bistro. The tournament benefits the Community Counseling Center of Carson City. Breakfast and registration begin at 7:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m.
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Sandy Hook parents gather in Carson City to support gun bill
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 9:04pmVictims of mass shootings — from Sandy Hook Elementary in Connecticut to the shooting that injured Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords in Tucson, Arizona — came to Carson City on Tuesday to show support for Senate Bill 221. The bill, if approved would require criminal background checks for all gun sales in Nevada.
Bill to Block Black Bear Hunts During Course of Three-Year Study
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 4:14pm
CARSON CITY — The Assembly has passed a bill that will require a three-year suspension on black bear hunting in Nevada while the Department of Wildlife conducts a scientific study to determine if a healthy population of the animals can be sustained in the event that a sanctioned bear-hunting season is re-instituted permanently.
SB82 was originally aimed at banning bear hunting indefinitely but has since been amended several times. Only two Assembly members spoke prior to the vote during today’s Assembly Floor Session.
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AAA Carson City awards $5,000 to Carson City fire department, sheriff's office
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 3:10pmCARSON CITY — Hundreds of people showed up last week to pay tribute to Carson City’s finest — who along with AAA’s renowned roadside assistance program — come to the rescue for local citizens every day.
AAA handed the Carson City Fire and Sheriff’s Department a $2,500 check each to pay for public education materials and the K9 unit, respectively.
“(We) will use it there (as) a way to give back,” said Tom Tarulli of the Carson City Fire Department.
In addition, Friday’s event brought out officials and the mascot for the Reno Aces. AAA sponsors the minor league baseball team.
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Skin Cancer: Most common and most preventable cancer
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 2:06pmYou've heard about the dangers of too much sun exposure and the need to use sunscreen. Still, you love the great outdoors and wouldn't miss a day of playing in the sun. Sunscreen? That is an afterthought. Or your prom or some other significant event is coming up so you opt for a tanning booth thinking….just this once. If any of these scenarios describes you, you may be setting yourself up for skin cancer.
Woman hits parked car, jailed for driving under influence of drugs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 1:28pmA 24-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Monday, May 20, 1:31 p.m. at the intersection of Division and Spear streets after hitting a parked car while allegedly under the influence of drugs.
Officers report the woman slurred her speech and had trouble balancing when they interviewed her about the accident. According to the arrest report, the woman told officers she was diabetic. Fire personnel on scene reported her blood sugar was slightly elevated but not to where it would cause a problem, the report states.
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Ride the rails into history, V&T season begins this weekend
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 9:21amHistory fills every rivet, trestle, whistle blow and clatter of the tracks. On Memorial Day Weekend passengers can take a journey more than 150 years old and join the ghosts of miners, gamblers, persons of ill-repute and politicians on the Virginia & Truckee Railroad.
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Soulcycler Comes to Carson City
Submitted by BikeCarson.com on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 7:36amThis Friday night May 24th, 6 PM at the Methodist Church in Carson City, Rick Gunn will be giving his soulcycler presentation. Words and Images from a 25,811-Mile bicycle journey Around-The-World. Soulcycler combines 350 breath-taking photos from 33 countries, set to music, accompanied by a selection of uniquely emotional stories from around the globe. Inspired by a series of formative experiences during his childhood, Gunn delivers a front-row seat to the pursuit of his lifelong dream of cycling the planet.
Final Carson Sierra Youth Football and Cheer Signups
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 10:53pm
Event Date:
June 1, 2013 - 10:00am Final Registration is June 1, beginning at 10 a.m. at the Pizza Factory, 3120 Highway 50 in Carson City for the Carson Sierra Youth Football and Cheer. Open for children ages 5-14 (not in high school).
Online registration available at: www.carsonsyfl.com. Like us on Facebook.
The First Tee and Silver Oak to introduce elementary students to golf
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 8:46pmMore than 200 Bordewich-Bray Elementary School students in Carson City will participate in The First Tee National School Program on Friday during regularly scheduled physical education classes at Silver Oak Golf and Event Center.
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Car flips during street race near Fremont Elementary School, teens cited
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 4:49pmA high school student was uninjured Monday after the vehicle he was driving flipped on its hood during a street race with another student that ended near Fremont Elementary School, a Carson City Sheriff's Office deputy said.
The rollover was on Saliman Road between Depot and Little streets a few hundred feet away from the elementary school, which was in session at the time, said Carson City Sheriff's Deputy Matt Smith.
The juvenile and another Carson High student, both teen boys of driving age, were cited and released to their parents. The wreck was reported at 1:41 p.m.
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Man jailed for indecent exposure after allegedly urinating near door of casino
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 2:55pmA 33-year-old Carson City man faces a gross misdemeanor charge of indecent exposure after allegedly urinating near the west door entrance of a Carson City casino early Monday morning.
Officers were called to the casino, located in the 2700 block of East William Street, at 2:40 a.m. after security reported an intoxicated man who wouldn't leave the premise. Two witnesses noted the man urinated on the side of the building, and it was also seen on casino surveillance.
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Watch it Live: Carson City Board of Supervisors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 8:49amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors are holding a special meeting today to discuss the city's Redevelopment Authority. The meeting, which began at 8:30 a.m. is at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street in the Sierra Room. Go here for the agenda and here to watch it live.
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Carson City steps up saturation patrol for DUI drivers over Memorial Day weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 8:33amThe Carson City Sheriff's Office will step up DUI patrols for the coming Memorial Day weekend beginning Friday through May 27.
For the holiday period stretch there will be heavy saturation patrols for DUI drivers, a DUI checkpoint, and enforcing underage drinking laws. The purpose of these activities is to ensure that drivers in Carson City are safe and sober going into and during the holiday weekend, said Carson City Sheriff's Office Sgt. Darrin Sloan.
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It's Your City with Mayor Bob Crowell
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 8:16amCarson City Mayor Bob Crowell provides an update on the actions taken by the Board of Supervisors at its Thursday, May 16 meeting.
It's Your City is a weekly program aimed at keeping you informed about city government and other organizations/happenings around Carson City, Nev.
The program is produced by ACCtv Public Access Television.
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Renowned Irish rockers The Young Dubliners to Perform in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 8:05amEvent Date:
May 29, 2013 - 8:00pm
The Young Dubliners are coming to Carson City. The popular band will perform on Wednesday, May 29 at the High Sierra Brewing Company at 8 p.m.
Advance tickets are $12.00 and includes one High Sierra 16oz beer. Tickets are also available at the door for $15.00. The show is produced by John Procaccini and ChiliBop Entertainment Group.
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Monthly swing dance party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 05/19/2013 - 4:05pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Jun 22 2013 .
June 22, 2013 - 7:00pm High Sierra Swing Dance Club presents its monthly dance party June 22 at the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom, 449 W. King St., Carson City. At 7 p.m., Rainer Herm will teach beginning hustle. Social dance is 8-10:30 p.m. Partners are not required. Lesson $7 for HSSDC and any swing dance club members or $10 for nonmembers; dance $7 for members of swing clubs and $10 for nonmembers. Join the club that night, and the dance is free. For information, go to www.highsierraSDC.org or call 775-629-9369.
Downtown Coin Club show brings buyers, sellers and collectors to Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/19/2013 - 1:12pmRare coins by the thousands remain on display, for sale or trade today through 4 p.m. at the Carson Nugget at the annual Downtown Coin Club Show. This all-ages coin event brought more than 300 collectors and numismatics to the Nugget on Saturday.
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Just whom is Jacks Valley named after?
Submitted by editor on Sun, 05/19/2013 - 11:31amThe origins of the names of many places in Nevada are shrouded in mystery and myth. Jacks Valley, a small valley in northwestern Douglas County, is one of those places. Lying at the base of the Carson Range, the valley is near Clear Creek and Carson City.
It extends several miles south and overlooks Carson Valley. Published sources claim the name “Jacks Valley” is associated with Jack Winter, or Jack Redding, or maybe even jackrabbits.
Bill would help children with food allergy attacks at school
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/19/2013 - 11:16amA bill that would allow schools to obtain and administer auto-injectable epinephrine in the event of a student having a food allergy attack has cleared committee and is on its way to the General Assembly this week.
While it hasn't gotten a lot of press attention and isn't shrouded in controversy, SB453 is designed to protect children at school if they suffer from a food allergy attack or are stung by a bee and have an allergic reaction.
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Carson City community raises money for teen with blood disorder
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/18/2013 - 9:40pmA Carson City teen is recovering from complications of a rare blood disorder. The fundraiser will continue Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Twisted Spoke Bar & Grill in Carson City.
Carson City Cops and Kids open house lives up to its 'safest party on the street' reputation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 05/18/2013 - 7:17pmWith sunny skies, a gentle breeze and plenty of children and their parents, the 10th annual Cops and Kids open house, hosted by the Carson City Sheriff's Office on Saturday, lived up to its reputation as the safest party on the street.
More than 2,000 attended the four-hour event, which featured games, prizes and demonstrations by Carson City Sheriff's Office patrol officers and personnel. The event is designed for children and their parents to get quality meet-and-greet face time with law enforcement personnel.
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Carson City road report for week of May 20-26
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/18/2013 - 1:36pmHere is the Carson City road construction and maintenance report for the week of May 20-26. Utility work for various projects will occur on several local roads. There will be flagger controlled traffic with minor delays possible at the following locations:
— Fairview Drive from Highway 50 to Edmonds Drive.
— Edmonds Drive from Fairview Drive to Snyder Avenue.
— Carson Street from Washington Street to Hot Springs Road.
— Hot Springs Road from Carson Street to Roop Street.
— Retail Drive from College Parkway to the south end.
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Car Show Sunday at Michael Hohl Motors to raise money for Honor Flight program
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 10:43pmEvent Date:
May 19, 2013 - 9:00am
The organization that sends local World War II veterans to Washington, D.C. to see the monuments built in their honor will hold a car show Sunday in Carson City.
Honor Flight Nevada offers the free car show at Michael Hohl Motors at 3700 South Carson Street in Carson City from 9am to 2pm. It's $25 to get in and includes entry, a t-shirt, lunch and a dash plaque.
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Search and Rescue Geocache Adventure a Big Success
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 10:08pmOn April 27th approximately 80 entrants competed in the Annual Geocache Adventure to help raise funds for the purchase of improved radio equipment for the unit. Entrants of all ages, using GPS and maps competed in a modern day treasure hunt in various public areas of Carson City.
Participants located tokens that were redeemed for poker hands and prizes at Bully’s after the event.
Special thanks to the following merchants and individuals who contributed to the success of the event:
4 Wheel Parts
Action Garage Doors
Adele’s Restaurant
Benson Feed
Brake and Alignment Plus
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Carson City restaurant and food; motel and hotel inspection report
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 2:54pmThe following food and motel/hotel inspection report is made weekly by the Carson City Health and Human Services Environmental Health Division. This report is for the week ending May 17, 2013.
Inspections include convenience stores, restaurants, take out restaurants, retail grocers, a juvenile detention center kitchen, retail food producers and motels.
See the full report below.
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Sierra Nevada Forums Presents Mental Illness and Public Safety
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 1:35pm
Event Date:
May 23, 2013 - 6:00pm The Sierra Nevada Forums is proud to present a panel of highly regarded experts to discuss the very latest thinking on Mental Illness treatments and what public safety programs are needed to try to stop the incidence of crime with the mentally ill.
Women to Women Nevada with Jennifer Herald
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 11:08amCarson City Branch Manager and Bank of The West vice president Jennifer Herald is this week's guest on Women to Women with Carol Paz. Herald gives some great advice for succeeding in job interviews and provides insight into the life of a banker.
Women to Women Nevada is televised on Charter Media every Thursday at 7 pm on Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, Fallon, Lake Tahoe) and 15 (in Carson City, Gardnerville, Dayton). The locally produced and privately owned program features Northern Nevada women who are making a difference in their communities and in the region.
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Man jailed for waving machete in dispute over Jeep
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 10:43amA Carson City man faces a felony charge of assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly swinging a machete in a dispute with his brother and another man over a vehicle.
Jesus Guardron-Patino was jailed May 14 after being arrested at 9:25 p.m. in the 200 block of Jeanell Drive.
According to the arrest report, officers responded to the area after a report called in of a man hitting the ground and a brick building with a sword. Officers detained Guardron-Patino and made contact with two men, one of whom is the brother of Guardron-Patino.
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Nevada Performance Academy parent-student forum, workshop on Wednesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 9:00amEvent Date:
May 22, 2013 - 5:30pm
A new and free 7-12 grade public secondary charter school in Carson City, The Nevada Performance Academy, will open in August. There will be a creative emphasis on academic requirements informed by the performing arts.
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Carson City unemployment rate in April drops to 10.1 percent
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/16/2013 - 10:30amNevada’s unemployment dropped to 9.6 percent in April, falling nearly 2 percentage points over the year. Carson City's unemployment rate fell to 10.1 percent and is now the only metro area in the state to have a double digit unemployment rate, according to the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
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Outdoors with Don Q: Having outside fun at two nearby recreation spots
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 05/16/2013 - 9:46amIf you are looking for somewhere in this general area to having fun in the outdoors (camping, fishing, photographing, sightseeing, etc.), then look no further than two locations in nearby Plumas County in California.
I'm referring to Davis Lake and Frenchman Reservoir.
Davis Lake:
It can be reached from Carson City by taking U.S. 395 north to Reno.
Then from Reno, drive past Bordertown and the Nevada-California state line to a junction with California S.R. 70 at Hallelujah Junction.
At Hallelujah Junction, take S.R. 70 west toward Portola and Quincy.
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Community invited to 20/20 Carson City action meeting tonight at Firkin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/16/2013 - 9:28amEvent Date:
May 16, 2013 - 5:30pm
The Carson City downtown action group 20/20, which is planning several activities throughout summer and beyond, is inviting the public to its meeting tonight, Thursday, at Firkin and Fox, 310 S Carson Street, beginning at 5:30 p.m.
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Watch it Live: Carson City Board of Supervisors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/16/2013 - 8:35amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors meet today, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, 851 E. William Street.
Go here for the agenda and here to watch it live.
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Plane crashes near Spooner, Kings Canyon areas, pilot and passengers unhurt
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 3:18pmA pilot and two others escaped injury Wednesday after a plane crash northeast of Spooner in the Kings Canyon area, Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong confirmed.
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Carson City Pop Warner football and cheer season signups begin Friday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 12:10pmCarson City Pop Warner Youth Cheerleading will hold sign-up events Friday, Sunday and again on June 14 for the upcoming 2013 youth football and cheer season. The cheerleading program is open to girls ages 5-15 years.
The first sign-up event will be held Friday, May 17 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada, 1870 Russell Way in Carson City.
A second sign-up will take place at the same location during the Boys and Girls Club Open House on Sunday, May 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Live Music by Cosmic Boogaloo at Whiskey Tavern
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 12:08pm
Event Date:
May 17, 2013 - 9:00pm Cosmic Boogalou at Whiskey Tavern. Playing a great mix of rock, classic rock and country. Dance the night away to great music and take advantage of all of the great drink specials. No Cover Charge. Must be 21 or older to have a great time with us.
3481 Hwy 50 East
Carson City, NV
Carson City Sheriff's Office 'Cops and Kids' block party and open house is Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 11:20amEvent Date:
May 18, 2013 - 10:00am
The safest party on the streets of Carson City is set for Saturday, May 18.
The Carson City Sheriff's Office presents its 10th annual Cops and Kids open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free community event features food, music, games, activities and presentations.
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Carson City Chamber poses questions in survey for residents
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 9:52amAs part of its Dialogue 2013 series, the Chamber is reaching out to locals who live, work, play, and learn in Carson City via SurveyMonkey.
After meeting with the Leadership Institute Class of 2013, students at WNC, Chamber members, teenagers at the Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada and the senior at the Senior Center, the Chamber is expanding its reach to allow residents to respond to two simple questions: Why do we live here and what do we see that our city will be like by the year 2020.
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Don Q's fishing report for the week of May 15-21
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 9:38amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 15-21.
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Western Nevada College to graduate its largest class Monday
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/14/2013 - 5:38pmCARSON CITY — For the fourth consecutive year, Western Nevada College will graduate its largest class in history. The class of 2013 is 505 students strong, with 530 degrees and certificates being issued.
Four students will receive Bachelor of Technology degrees in construction management, and three students will graduate with bachelor’s degrees as part of WNC’s teacher preparation partnership with Nevada State College. The graduates span 60 years, from the youngest at age 17 and the eldest at 77.
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Carson City men jailed after getting into fight over marijuana deal gone bad
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/14/2013 - 11:48amTwo Carson City men were arrested and face felony drug and weapons charges after fighting each other over a marijuana drug deal that soured.
Bob L. Cryderman, 56, and Vincent Morenz, 49, were arrested in the 600 block of South Roop Street on May 10 at 8:37 p.m. According to the arrest report, officers responded to the Roop address on a report of battery with a deadly weapon. Upon arrival officers met with Cryderman in an apartment who appeared moderately battered. He stated that he was attacked and beaten by Morenz who lived in a nearby apartment and that Morenz took his .38 revolver.
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Potted plant that spontaneously ignited determined as cause of Saturday apartment fire
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/13/2013 - 11:13pmA fire that destroyed four apartment units at the Parkway Plaza complex Saturday was caused by spontaneous ignition of a potted plant on a wood deck, Carson City Fire Chief Stacey Giomi said.
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Carson City man admits to burning down his own home
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/13/2013 - 10:40pmA 51-year-old Carson City man faces arson charges in the Sunday fire that destroyed his home in the 1400 block of Siskiyou Drive. No one was injured in the blaze.
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