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Nevada political memorabilia, collectibles included in national show and sale
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 3:03pmCARSON CITY — Attendees at the Largest Political Collectibles Show and Sale in the West will not only see a cross-section of national political memorabilia, but also have an opportunity to see rare political items from Nevada.
Reno boxer JJ Mariano savors first pro win, eyes more
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 07/02/2019 - 7:35amFollowing his first professional win in his debut, Reno boxer JJ Mariano may need a change of digits.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, June 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 7:52amGood day Carson City and welcome to the last day of spring. Today is Thursday, June 20, 2019. Instead of hot weather, Mother Nature has decided to cool things down some as we head into the weekend with highs in the low 80s today and the low 70s for the first day of summer. Events, activities and more are lined up today including the first day of the three-day police officer motorcycle challenge at Mills Park, morning walks, Cruise Night at Empire Ranch Golf Course and live music outdoors at Living the Good Life.
Nevada governor signs $5 tourist surcharge at Lake Tahoe in Douglas County
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/11/2019 - 2:37pmA new law was signed by Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak that establishes a $5 tourism fee on the per-night rate for rental lodgings in the Lake Tahoe, Stateline area of Douglas County. The new law takes effect July 1 and had bipartisan support at the conclusion of the Nevada State Legislature.
Reno boxing: Mariano wins debut, another draw for Elizondo
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 06/08/2019 - 10:15pmDiego Elizondo returned to the boxing ring in the same fashion as he left it a year ago, with a draw Saturday at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. Meanwhile, Reno’s J.J. Mariano won his pro debut by a fourth round technical knockout.
Valdez keeps it classy in buildup for title defense in Reno
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/06/2019 - 8:47pmIt’s almost time for the highly anticipated world title fight between Oscar Valdez and Jason Sanchez.
The featherweight boxers will touch gloves as the ESPN-televised main event on June 8 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center.
Reno boxer JJ Mariano gets defensive for pro debut Saturday
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 7:21pmJJ Mariano has the weight of the Biggest Little City resting on his shoulders heading into his first professional fight.
Status of Women in Nevada group to meet June 20 in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 12:17pmCome join our new non-profit on Thursday June 20, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. at the Carson Nugget in Carson City. We usually meet at the high table at the Alatte Coffee Shop. We would love to have you come join us.
Dayton Valley and Lake Tahoe students compete in Scripps National Spelling Bee
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/29/2019 - 4:03pmThere are two from the Northern Nevada area who competed in this week's Scripps National Spelling Bee in National Harbor, Maryland.
Morgan Salvador, a 12-year-old 7th grader who attends George Whittell High School in Zephyr Cove at Lake Tahoe was Speller No. 284, while Morgan Bumgardner, Speller 275, is a 13-year-old Dayton Intermediate School student. He is listed as being from Mound House. Both students were, unfortunately, eliminated as they worked their way into the finals.
State museums in Nevada offer free admission for active-duty military families
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 9:30pmCARSON CITY — Nevada’s state museums are once again taking part in the national Blue Star Museums program, providing free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families.
The National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families program, now in its 10th year, launched the 2019 program on Saturday, May 18 – Armed Forces Day – and it will stay in effect through the Labor Day Weekend.
Jabs and Hooks: Area fighters bring flair to Reno on June 8
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 05/16/2019 - 2:26pmFresh off of his homecoming victory in Stockton on May 4, lightweight Gabriel Flores Jr. returns to Reno on Saturday, June 8, at the Reno/Sparks Convention Center. Reno has been like a second home for Flores in his young career and coming back so quickly is a testament of his dedication to the the sport.
Carson City’s Diego Elizondo excited for return to boxing ring
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 05/10/2019 - 12:55pmCarson City boxer Diego Elizondo hasn’t fought in a year, but he’s hardly been inactive.
Since his third professional bout last May, the 20-year-old was married. On Dec. 23, Diego and Veronica Elizondo had a baby daughter, Violeta.
Senator Square: Carson High School's Carneta yearbook staff have successful year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 04/27/2019 - 4:52pmAs the school year comes to an end, the 2018-2019 Carneta yearbook staff can finally slow down and take a breath. At the end of the week before Spring Break, at 8:30 p.m., the final pages were submitted, and the book was officially finished. After months of interviewing, photographing, and editing, the book is currently being printed by Walsworth Publishing Co., in Marceline, Kansas.
Nevada blooms with spring adventure: Search for gems, see wildlife, bag a peak or road trip
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/25/2019 - 12:21pmCARSON CITY — Rockhounds, nature-lovers and adventure-seekers have their fun cut out for them this spring in the Silver State. Rounding out the recreation: a tasty food and beverage scene and a calendar full of festivals. All you need for spring in Nevada is a map, a buddy and a knockout playlist for your road trip. Here, TravelNevada offers suggestions for an epic experience.
Music festivals, egg hunts, wildflowers and more: Activities in Carson City on Sat. April 20
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/19/2019 - 9:42pmGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! It’s going to be a bit breezy today with 14 mph winds, partly cloudy skies and a high of 61 degrees. Low will be 39. Easter weekend has officially begun, and on the docket today we have the Underwater Easter Egg Hunt, the Carson Mall Candy Walk, a wildflower walk through King’s Canyon, and more!
Upcoming Easter egg hunts around Carson City this week
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 1:20pmEaster is this upcoming weekend, which means there will be a lot of small children, colored eggs, pastel colors, bunnies, candy, and festive spirits to be had. But Easter Sunday isn't the only day for egg hunts. Here's a list of upcoming egg-related activities for Carson City residents.
Family Fun at Easter Fiesta on Saturday at WNC's Carson City campus
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/17/2019 - 3:35pmCelebrate the Easter season with friends and family at Western Nevada College in Carson City this Saturday.
Senator Square: Carson High School teacher celebrates physical education achievements
Submitted by editor on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 1:21amEditor’s note: The following was written by Carson High School's Strength Conditioning and Personal Fitness teacher Misty J. Guantonio.
In an era where students are more comfortable communicating behind a screen rather than face-to-face, teaching Physical Education can be more than challenging at times. It seems that each year there are fewer students who enjoy physical activity. This year has been no different.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, March 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/14/2019 - 11:43pmWell we're here Carson City. We're heading into March 15, the last Friday of winter 2019. While March 20 may be the first day of Spring, the weekend ahead is about the Irish and their spring. The exception is tonight where the Western Nevada College Chapter of the National Student Nurses' Association will be going Italian style with a fundraising spaghetti feed spread. Read on for more.
Spaghetti dinner Friday, March 15 to help WNC nurses raise money
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/28/2019 - 12:36pmSupport your local nursing students by attending a spaghetti fundraising dinner on Friday, March 15 at Western Nevada College.
The National Student Nurses’ Association Western Nevada Chapter is holding the spaghetti feed at 6 p.m. in the Carson Nugget Community Hall in the Aspen Building.
Nevada legislators: represent our interests, not Mayor Bloomberg's (Opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/17/2019 - 10:04pmOur new governor and legislature have begun to meet in session and show their true colors. It is not a pretty sight. One of their first acts this past week, by a party-line vote, was to pass legislation they characterized as “closing the gun show loophole” and “common sense gun regulation.” With a title like that, you know there’s nothing “common sensical” about it.
Senator Square: Carson High School students advance to state competition
Submitted by editor on Sun, 02/17/2019 - 9:55amRecently, SkillsUSA had its Regional Photography Competition, and all five participating CHS students are going to State. SkillsUSA is a career and technical student organization serving more than 395,000 high school, college, and middle school students across the nation in trade training programs and technical and skilled service occupations, including health occupations.
Carson City area students win national awards at 2019 Junior Theater Festival West
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/14/2019 - 4:29pmStudents from Wild Horse Children's Theater in Carson City won a Freddie G Award for Excellence in Ensemble Work and earned other recognition at the 2019 Junior Theater Festival West held recently in Sacramento.
TEDxCarsonCity announces 2019 lineup
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 02/10/2019 - 2:00pmIn the tradition of TED, a nonprofit organization devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading, comes TEDxCarsonCity, a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience.
Passenger numbers soar in 2018 at Reno‐Tahoe International Airport
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 11:21amReno‐Tahoe International Airport (RNO) passenger numbers soared in 2018 with an increase of 4.8 percent over the previous year. Reno served 4,210,095 passengers in 2018 compared to 4,015,381 in 2017.
Jukebox International Film Festival in Carson City this summer opens for 2019 film submissions
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/07/2019 - 1:25pmCARSON CITY — Jukebox International Film Festival has opened its doors for submissions for its third year. Known as “the festival that specializes in music-themed films,” JIFF is accepting new entries in the following categories: Narrative Features, Narrative Documentaries, Narrative Shorts, Documentary Shorts, and Music Videos.
Column: What 2019 means to history
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/05/2019 - 3:27pmWhile no one can truly know the future, the year 2019 is going to be full of notable anniversaries commemorating events significant to history. Some we celebrate, others we mourn or memorialize. Some are remembered fondly, others with grief.
Here is a look at some of the more profound anniversaries we will observe this year:
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy concert was a harbinger of more live music from nonprofit/for-profit partnership in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 9:14amCarson City – Earlier in December on a snowy Tuesday night in Carson City, the band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy band rocked an enthusiastic audience of 450 people in Casino Fandango’s new grand ballroom and conference center. The concert was the result of a partnership between the nonprofit Brewery Arts Center (BAC) and the Casino Fandango and Convention Center in Carson City, and organizers are planning another show in March of 2019.
Senator Square: Carson High School students are winners in national FFA competition
Submitted by editor on Sun, 11/11/2018 - 7:49amWinners of the 91st National FFA Nursery and Landscape Career Development Event held in Indianapolis were announced at the annual awards banquet, and students Connor Arnold, Alexsandra Knowlton, Maritza Filson, and Hayden Story took home some medals.
Carson Chamber Singers present Choral Masterworks fall concerts in Carson City, Virginia City
Submitted by editor on Mon, 10/08/2018 - 12:33pmCarson Chamber Singers, conducted by Michael Langham, will present its 2018 Choral Masterworks Fall Concerts in Carson City and Virginia City Nov. 2-3, 2018.