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Events around Carson City for Wednesday, March 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/03/2020 - 7:40pmHeading into the middle of the work work, more sunny skies and warm temperatures are on tap for Wednesday with highs in the mid-60s. Activities around town include a yoga class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a midweek meditation series offered at Carson City Yoga, a firearms course, plus Salsa dancing at Yaple's Ballroom, country and pop dancing at Carson Lanes, a safety workshop for women, a Carson Valley Trails Association celebration more.
Carson City arrests: Man jailed for allegedly threatening neighbor with knife
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/03/2020 - 11:28amA 29-year-old man was arrested Monday for suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and a department of alternative sentencing violation, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.
Railroad museum in Carson City accepts full-sized replica of V&T’s first locomotive
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 1:40pmCARSON CITY — The old saying that legends never die might also be said about old locomotives. Many of those iron horses, long lost to time or the scrap heap, live on through historic photographs, artwork and the hearts and minds and skillful hands of railroad buffs.
Lyon County Republican Central Committee meets Saturday in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 12:24pmLyon County Republican Central Committee will meet on Saturday, March 7 in Dayton at the Lyon County Utilities Building located at 34 Lakes Blvd., Dayton.
The meeting commences at 10 a.m. This is a great opportunity to meet Republicans and local and state officials. Updates on the precinct meetings held earlier in February and information on the upcoming Lyon County Convention and Nevada state convention will be discussed. For more information, contact Scott at keller@hsne50.com
Carson City Sheriff's Office makes multiple warrant arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 11:13amA 46-year-old Virginia City woman turned herself into Carson City Sheriff's Office for an active warrant alleging fraud, a sheriff's booking report states.
Dayton Advisory Board to discuss new subdivisions, mixed-use plan for 'Sage Vista' development
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 02/25/2020 - 2:01pmThe Dayton Regional Advisory Board will be discussing a new development plan for the Sage Vista subdivision at their upcoming March 4 meeting.
NDOT: Single lane closures Thursday on eastbound U.S. 50 in Dayton
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/25/2020 - 10:26amCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will take place on eastbound U.S. 50 in east Dayton this Thursday, Feb. 27 as the Nevada Department of Transportation repairs roadside guardrail damaged in a crash.
Events and Happenings for Carson City and beyond on Saturday, Feb. 22
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/22/2020 - 1:25amHappy Saturday Carson City! It’s caucus day, are you ready to vote if you are so inclined? Here are some events to do after/instead throughout the Carson City region!
Saturday's Caucus information for Carson City, Douglas, Lyon County, Storey County, and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/21/2020 - 12:20pmSaturday, Feb. 22 is caucus day in Carson City and the State of Nevada! If you’re a democrat or would like to register as one, and you’re interested in voting for your preferred candidate, then this information is for you.
'The Odd Couple' from a woman's POV, Greenhouse Project fundraiser, music and more this weekend around Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 8:12pmHeading into the weekend, there’s an abundance of activities around the capital city region over the next three days. The Brewery Arts Center hosts a female version of "The Odd Couple." Carson City's Greenhouse Project is hosting a lunch and dinner fundraiser toward a healthier State Capitol. Dale Poune will perform at Bella Vita Bistro, plus comedy at the Carson Nugget, the Nevada Caucus on Saturday, an open house at the historic Foreman-Roberts House, a Latin-themed concert at the community center and more. Read on for details.
Carson City man arrested for battery, admits pushing Uber driver for refusing service dog
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/18/2020 - 11:18amA 50-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday for misdemeanor battery after allegedly pushing an Uber driver to the ground causing injury, a sheriff's report states.
Events and Happenings for the Carson City Region on Saturday, Feb. 15
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/14/2020 - 9:56pmHappy Saturday Carson City! Did you enjoy the beautiful weather yesterday? Get ready for some more, because the high today is supposed to be 60 degrees again with a low of only 47!
What better way to spend the beautiful day than by checking out some local events? Check below to find the full list!
Lyon County Commissioners approve new Dayton subdivision, reject mobile home workforce housing park
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/14/2020 - 10:09amA new subdivision of 96 single family homes was approved by Lyon County Commissioners early this month, which will be built near the Sutro Heights subdivision in Dayton. A proposed Silver Springs mobile home park, which would provide workforce rental housing, was denied.
Valentine's Day happenings, BAC's Celtic series, music, comedy and more: Carson City region prepares for weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/13/2020 - 5:53pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities over the next three days. Restaurants in Carson City will host Valentine’s Day specials on Friday. The Carson City Celtic Music series will be at the Brewery Arts Center on Saturday featuring Fortunate Strangers. Combined with live music and comedy at the Carson Nugget, the Carson City region is in store for a busy three days. Read on for more information.
Lyon County School District to send 4 to Vegas for state Scripps National Spelling Bee finals
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/12/2020 - 3:37pmKwashiorkor, affenpinscher, hsaing-waing, whippoorwill — these are only a few of the many challenging words participants in the 2020 Scripps National Spelling Bee could potentially be presented with and have to spell correctly in order to advance their hopes of becoming the 2020 National Champion.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Feb. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/11/2020 - 6:12pmLooking ahead to Wednesday, we can expect sunny skies and continued highs in the mid-50s. Midweek events include a Dayton chamber breakfast with the founder of the Desert Pigs cleanup nonprofit group. Plus there's the first of 5 days of Valentine-themed festivities that begins at Carson Mall; an open house at Bethlehem Lutheran School, a CASA information hour, a Carson City School District meeting regarding proposed middle school zone modification. Plus there's a yoga class, Salsa dancing at Yaple's Ballroom, country and pop dancing at Carson Lanes, a safety workshop for women and more.
Dayton Early Voting for Democratic Caucus Feb. 15
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/11/2020 - 4:06pmEarly Voting for the Democratic Presidential Caucus will be held at the Dayton Senior Center Saturday, Feb. 15 only from 10am to 6pm. Nevada's Democrats will have an opportunity to cast early votes for up to five candidates, in preference order, who are still in the running for delegates to the county, state and national conventions that will select the Democratic nominee for November's presidential election. More information at caucus.nvdems.com.
Painting & King Cake
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 4:56pmHands-on learning to make a King Cake! And we will get to taste it as well! A lot of the time involves yeast rising, so we will also be painting on canvas. It's included!
Date: Saturday, March 14th
Time: Arrive at 11:30 am Leave by 4:30 pm (Yes, it's the entire afternoon)
Place: Mark Twain Community Center, 500 Sam Clemens Avenue, Dayton, NV. (Located at the fork on Rowan Gulch and Six Mile Canyon)
Bring a covered dish or a snack while we're painting.
Need more info? Contact CJ at (775) 241-8508
Purchase tickets at:
https://www.thatgirlcj.com/king-cake-time/
Senator Square: Carson FFA competes, FBLA speaks and writing class launches online magazine
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/09/2020 - 8:44amCapitol FFA traveled to North Valleys High School Feb. 1 in order to compete in the Northern FFA Zone Competition. CHS Agriculture Mechanics, Welding, and FFA Adviser and teacher Rebecca Glocknitzer said, "I know all of our students worked hard to prepare for Zone, and Mr. Mann and I are so proud of their efforts."
Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce hosts Mardi Gras Mixer at Granite Pointe Community
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/08/2020 - 6:55amJoin the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce for a Mardi Gras themed evening mixer hosted by the Granite Pointe Community.
Join in for a fun evening of networking at the Granite Pointe Community new home development just off of Dayton Valley Road on 303 Granite Ct. on Thursday, February 20, 5:30pm.
Carson City area weather: Strong winds late Saturday, light snow in the Sierra
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 02/07/2020 - 5:30amA strong cold front will blast through the Carson City, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra regions Saturday afternoon and Saturday night, according to the National Weather Service.
Lyon County Schools host own 2020 High School International Economic Summit
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/04/2020 - 1:23pmSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Economics, finance, technology, creativity, teamwork, problem solving, writing, speaking, debate and design: This only begins to explain the plethora of activities Lyon County School District’s economic students had been exploring in the semester leading up to and on the day of the International Economic Summit.
Carson City arrests: Man booked into jail for felony burglary warrants
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/04/2020 - 11:10amA 28-year-old man was booked Monday into Carson City Jail for two felony warrants alleging burglary, one count grand larceny, and misdemeanor obtaining money under false pretenses, a sheriff's deputy report states.
Carson City arrests: Woman found sleeping in vehicle reported stolen
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/03/2020 - 10:30amA 35-year-old woman was arrested Sunday for suspicion of possession of a stolen vehicle, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.
Carson City Events and Happenings for Saturday, Feb. 1
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/01/2020 - 12:26amHappy Saturday Carson City, and say hello to February! That means Spring must be right around the corner! I hope so at least, because Friday’s beautiful weather was enough to make me ready to say goodbye to father winter.
We’ve got a jam packed list of events throughout the weekend, including February’s wine walk happening today!
Check below to see what’s going on throughout the weekend.
Saturday, February 1
Wine Walk, Super Bowl parties, standup comedy, karaoke and more: Carson City area readies for upcoming weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/30/2020 - 8:13pmHeading into the Super Bowl weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the monthly downtown Carson City wine walk, plus karaoke at Bella Vita Bistro and Y-NOT Saloon. The Forest Service begins its first “Ski With a Ranger” at Lake Tahoe’s Heavenly Mountain Resort on Friday. Combined with championship football festivities on Sunday, the Silver State is in store for a wild, good time.
Dayton Chamber hosts Feb. 12 Breakfast Networking Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/30/2020 - 9:43amJoin us for our first breakfast meeting of the year featuring president and founder of the Desert Pigs, Phil Wooley. The Desert Pigs are a regional all-volunteer group who venture out into the surrounding desert and pick up the mountains of trash left by irresponsible parties. The group has inspired the Dayton area and beyond with their dedication and hard work!
Please let us know if you're attending, so we have enough seats and food. Open to the public. Click on the flier for details.
NHP identifies victim, investigates fatal crash Sunday in Dayton
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 11:52amOn Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, at approximately 7:43 p.m., Nevada Highway Patrol troopers were dispatched to a serious injury crash involving a pedestrian on US-50 and Mark Twain Avenue in Dayton.
Single lane closures Thursday on U.S. 50 west of Dayton to fix barrier damaged in crash
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 11:28amCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will take place on eastbound U.S. 50 west of Dayton Jan. 30 as the Nevada Department of Transportation repairs parts of a roadway barrier damaged in a crash.
Go Fund Me page established for family of Dayton man killed in Highway 50 pedestrian crash
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/28/2020 - 1:22pmA Go Fund Me account has been established for a Dayton man who was fatally struck in a pedestrian crash as he was returning home on an ATV on Highway 50. The incident is currently being investigated by the Nevada Highway Patrol.
The Go Fund Me page is for John Jones and can be found here.