Carson City
‘The Mustang’ filmed at Carson City’s historic prison arrives in theaters March 15
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 3:53pmA new movie that was filmed at the historic state prison in Carson City “The Mustang” starring veteran actor Bruce Dern and Matthias Schoenaerts, known for the Academy Award winning film “The Danish Girl” and Jennifer Lawrence’s “Red Sparrow,” will be hitting select theaters March 15.
El Dorado Savings Bank helps community with generous donation to FISH
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 2:09pmEl Dorado Savings Bank in Douglas County and Carson City help FISH celebrate their 40th anniversary with a generous donation.
Carson City, Lyon and Douglas schoolchildren to participate in statewide Nevada Moves Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 2:01pmCARSON CITY — Many Nevada schoolchildren will take part in organized events that promote walking or bicycling to school on Nevada Moves Day, held March 20.
It's Your City: Carson City's Paradise Salon Spa Wellness owner talks therapy pool programs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 12:59pmIn this week's edition of It's Your City host Cortney Bloomer speaks with Paradise Spa and Wellness Center owner Starr Harvey Nixdorf about the all-encompassing facility here in Carson City.
Carson City arrests: Two jailed for suspicion of trafficking meth
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 11:42amTwo were arrested Wednesday by the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Special Enforcement Team on multiple drug charges, including possession and trafficking of methamphetamine.
Open House with FREE Yoga at Carson City Yoga on March 16
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 8:14amYou are Invited! Join us at Carson City Yoga for our 2nd annual Open House. A day of Free yoga classes, refreshments, prizes and festivities is planned at Carson City Yoga's open house on Saturday, March 16.
The open house will begin with two regularly scheduled classes: the 7:30 a.m. mixed-level class taught by Amy Joytir, followed by a class for beginners at 9am with Mary Kay Raponi These classes will be free, so please sign up in advance on our website.
Carson City events and happenings for Thursday, March 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 1:10amWelcome Carson City as we head into Thursday, March 7, 2019. Enjoy a bowl of hot oatmeal with berries, Honey Nut Cheerios or Cinnamon Toast Crunch because today we celebrate National Cereal Day. So grab a box and don't forget to read the back for nutritional value and any special offer or contest clues. Do cereal boxes still come with secret decoder rings? Here's what's happening on this Thursday:
Big-Band Jazz X3: Mile High, CHS and CMS concert coming to Carson City Community Center
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 8:00pmIt's "big-band jazz times three" when the Mile High Jazz Band, Carson High Jazz Band, and Carson Middle School Jazz Band present the 16th annual combined Jazz Extravaganza concert Tuesday, March 19 in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center.
Carson City emergency crews called to rollover on I-580 south of College Parkway exit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 6:48pmCarson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and the Nevada Highway Patrol were called Wednesday evening to a single vehicle rollover in the northbound lane of I-580 south of College Parkway.
‘Coffee Scientists’ of Old World Coffee Lab open Carson City cafe inside Union Brewery
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 6:29pmReno’s Old World Coffee Lab has opened a new coffee shop inside the Union Brewery in Carson City, serving up coffee where recipes are half scientific, half pre-industrial.
Old World Coffee Lab opened its first shop in Reno’s Midtown four years ago on California Avenue. Its mission, owners say, is to bring light to the coffee world and its processes.
Registration begins for 2nd Veteran Appreciation, Awareness Brunch at Governor's Mansion
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 4:02pmNevada Rural Counties RSVP Program will host its second Reaching For Zero: A Veteran Appreciation and Veteran Suicide Prevention and Awareness Brunch on Saturday, April 13 at the Governor's Mansion in Carson City.
Jennifer Baker to speak at Carson City Republican Women's luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 3:52pmCarson City Republican Women will meet on Tuesday, March 19 to hear our featured speaker Jennifer Baker, Director of Communications for the Nevada Republican Caucus.
Ms. Baker will give us an overview of the current legislative session as well as effective engagement for what is important. Our meeting will be held at the Casino Fandango grand ballroom with social time beginning at 11 a.m. and the meeting called to order at 11:30 a.m.
Pet lovers invited to celebrate Bobby the Boxer's life; urged to bring dog food instead of flowers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 2:25pmI would like to take a moment and introduce you to an extraordinary dog, Bobby the Boxer. Bobby was born with a neurological disorder that controlled his motor skills; it’s like Parkinson's for a human.
Nevada employers add 3,800 jobs in January, unemployment rate unchanged
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 1:02pmCARSON CITY — The Silver State added 3,800 jobs the first month of 2019 and 53,300 jobs over the past year, according to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s January 2019 economic report.
Career program gives Nevada adults a chance to finish high school degree, enroll in college
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 12:31pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Education has started a program that will allow adult learners to complete their high school equivalency and concurrently enroll in college courses.
Nevada's governor, dignitaries visit Carson City classrooms, guest-read during reading week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 11:49amGrade-schoolers at Fremont Elementary School in Carson City temporarily experienced a reprieve from their day-to-day academic endeavors last week when several community partners and local dignitaries visited classrooms to read to students.
Carson City arrests: Man with warrants jailed for giving officer false ID
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 11:18amA 26-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday morning for allegedly providing false identification to avoid prosecution and two misdemeanor contempt of court warrants, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Sun Dance
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 11:15amSay good morning to Sun Dance. The 2-year-old Pit Bull mix has been waiting since November for her forever home while at the Carson City branch of the Nevada Humane Society.
Car slams into power pole causing outage behind Smith's in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 10:00amA car hit a power pole Wednesday morning behind Smith's on East Washington Street in Carson City causing a power outage in the immediate area.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, March 6
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 9:22amGood morning Carson City. Today is Wednesday, March 6, 2019. If you're headed outside, wear rain gear and bring an umbrella. We're looking at showers throughout the day as a winter weather system moves into the area. If you're headed into the Sierra, carry snow chains and expect road delays. Here's what's happening today.
Put Me in Coach: CHS student invites community to senior project game winning blood drive
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 8:04pmThis Friday March 8, Carson High School senior Nik Hylan is motivating blood donors to put on their game face and show up for an important life saving cause. One donation can save the lives of as many as three people.
Sherry Japhet to headline Carson Comedy Club this Friday and Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 7:29pmStandup comic Sherry Japhet returns to headline the Carson Comedy Club at the Carson Nugget this Friday and Saturday, March 8-9.
Sherry has performed for NBC, Nick at Nite's Funniest Mom in America, ComicCon New York, Comedy Time TV and many other venues. Check her out in the video clip here.
Athena McIntyre at The Expresso Yourself Cafe
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 4:49pmAthena is back! Come listen to our local rock n' roll star right here at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City this Thursday, March 7. She will be performing from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Expresso Yourself Cafe. Come inside, have a latte, sit back and prepare to be blown away! No cover.
See her official website here and Facebook page here.
Local teams prepare for Polar Plunge at Lake Tahoe to benefit Special Olympics
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 4:48pmNearly 40 teams representing organizations and businesses throughout western Nevada will take a jump into the chilly waters at Lake Tahoe on Saturday, March 30 for the annual Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics.
Carson City's Brewery Arts Center hosts TheaterWorks' Stewart Little this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 2:14pmThe Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s arts epicenter since 1975, is excited to host the TheatreWorks of Northern Nevada’s performance of "Stewart Little." Fun for the entire family, the performance will be at the BAC’s Performance Hall this Saturday, March 9.
Carson City's WNC observatory to feature talk on 'Myths and Legends' and 'Future War'
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 11:50amNorthern Nevada Lecturer Mike Thomas has rescheduled his “Future War” presentation for Saturday, March 9 at Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory in Carson City. Friday will feature a discussion on "Myths and Legends."
Carson City sheriff's crime log: Stolen vehicle leads to four arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 11:42amA 44-year man was arrested Monday for possession of a stolen vehicle and three others for drug and other offenses after deputies were dispatched to the 3200 block of Market Street for reports of theft, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Nevada receives grant to improve education outcomes for homeless school students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 9:50amCARSON CITY — Education Leads Home, a national campaign focused on addressing the needs of 1.3 million homeless students enrolled in public schools, announced an award Tuesday of $20,000 to the state of Nevada to improve educational outcomes for students experiencing homelessness.
Blue Line Tour Historic Carson City Westside
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 9:09amOn Saturday, March 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m. there will be a special free public "Blue Line" walking tour of the historic Carson City Westside neighborhood.
The tour starts in the front courtyard of the Nevada State Museum on N. Carson Street. The length of the walk is 1.5 miles lasting about 90 minutes while covering Nevada and Carson City history and viewing numerous historic homes and buildings along the way.
Flying Pig Indoor Flea Market to be held March 23-24 at Fuji Park in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 8:18amCome on down and shop for great treasures at the indoor flea market. Always a good time with many vendors to choose from, lots of collectibles, art, crafts, antiques, jewelry and more. Open Sat. From 8-3 and Sun. 9-3, admission is $1 for adults and kids under 18 free. Located in the big metal building at Fuji park in Carson City on Old Clear Creek road across from Costco. For more information on being one of our great vendors call (775) 315-0008 it (775) 882-4717.