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Nevada Division of Insurance announces approved 2020 health insurance rates
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 3:57pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Division of Insurance has posted the approved 2020 health insurance rates for all plans in the Individual Health Insurance Market at healthrates.doi.nv.gov and encourages consumers to review this information before the Open Enrollment Period begins.
Nevada motorist alert: DMV mileage reporting requirement begins Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/29/2019 - 4:40pmCARSON CITY — The Department of Motor Vehicles will implement a bill from the 2019 Nevada Legislature that requires motorists to submit their odometer readings when they register or renew their vehicles.
Senator Square: Carson High School graduate addresses National Honor Society members
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/29/2019 - 6:29amNational Honor Society held its induction ceremony Sept. 23 in the CHS Big Gym featuring guest speaker Ryan Costella a 2000 CHS graduate. Costella was an active member of NHS, and this fact influenced his desire to attend college at Villanova University in Philadelphia, PA where he earned degrees in Political Science and English.
Pair from Bakersfield, Calif. arrested for allegedly trafficking methamphetamine into Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:38amA pair from Bakersfield, Calif. were arrested in the 3800 block of S. Carson Street early Friday morning for allegedly trafficking methamphetamine, and prohibited people in possession of a gun, among other offenses.
Harvey Mahoney, 31, and Aimee Negre, 36, were arrested around 3:30 a.m. after deputies were walking through the parking lot of a local S. Carson Street casino when they made contact with the pair.
Carson City arrests: Man jailed for felony domestic battery after allegedly choking victim
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/23/2019 - 9:38amA 26-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony domestic battery with strangulation and misdemeanor false imprisonment after the victim was seen by witnesses being dragged by the hair into a residence when she tried to escape a domestic battery situation where she was allegedly choked, a sheriff's deputy said.
Nevada program has $900,000 in grant funding available for statewide OHV projects
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/19/2019 - 9:53amNevada is an off-road enthusiast’s paradise, featuring amazing adventures waiting to be discovered. As part of its mission to support outstanding recreational opportunities for all, the Nevada Off-Highway Vehicles Program is excited to announce that approximately $900,000 in grant funding is available for off-highway vehicle (OHV) projects in Nevada.
Capital City Arts Initiative debuts 'Constellation' exhibit
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/18/2019 - 8:21amCARSON CITY — The Capital City Arts Initiative, also known as CCAI, announces its exhibition, "Constellation" at the Community Development Building, the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.
Nine students from the University of Nevada Reno’s Bachelor of Fine Arts program have work in the exhibit. The free exhibition is available to the public from Sept. 16 to Dec. 10, 2019, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.
Nevadans encouraged to explore healthcare plans following report highlighting uninsured
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/08/2019 - 1:36pmCARSON CITY — In light of a recent report released by the Guinn Center for Policy Priorities surrounding Nevada's uninsured populations, the State of Nevada and the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange, Nevada’s state agency that helps connect individuals to budget-appropriate health coverage through the online marketplace, Nevada Health Link, remind Nevadans of the importance of having health insurance and encourages them to explore insurance coverage available to them through Nevada Health Link.
Carson City Photo Club announces winners for Insects-Macro theme
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/06/2019 - 12:40pmThe theme for the Carson City Photo Club this month was Insects and Macro, and the club has announced the winners.
The Carson City Photo Club meets at 6:00 on the fourth Tuesday of every month (except December) at the Carson City Sheriff's Office (use west entrance). All levels of photographers are welcome.
Nevada Health Link’s new call center, website now live
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 10:20amCARSON CITY — The Silver State Health Insurance Exchange, Nevada’s state agency that helps individuals obtain budget-appropriate health coverage through the online marketplace, Nevada Health Link, announces that starting Wednesday, consumers who previously purchased qualified health plans on HealthCare.gov can claim their migrated accounts on Nevada’s new state-based website, Nevada Health Link.
This is the first step enrollees should take to ensure their account is ready for open enrollment beginning on Nov. 1, 2019.
Judge blocks some Nevada marijuana license holders from moving forward with dispensaries
Submitted by editor on Sun, 08/25/2019 - 3:18pmA Las Vegas judge has issued a partial preliminary injunction in a drawn-out, hard-fought dispute between marijuana companies and the state, prohibiting certain businesses who won a conditional state license in December from moving forward to open dispensaries.
Carson City law officers, Deputy Carl Howell, remembered at wreath laying ceremony
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/15/2019 - 2:55pmLocal law enforcement and participants gathered Thursday at the Carson City Sheriff's Office to honor fallen Carson City officers during a wreath laying ceremony.
Mayor Bob Crowell gave the opening statement and spoke on the loss of Deputy Carl Howell on August 15, 2015. He and Carson City Undersheriff Ken Sandage offered words and tribute to Howell and the four other law enforcement officers who lost their lives while in the line of duty in the city.
Carson City supervisors accept 90 percent design phase of South Carson roundabout
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 08/15/2019 - 1:15pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed Thursday to accept the 90 percent design phase of the South Carson Street roundabout project following a presentation led by the city's chief engineer and comments from the public.
On Wednesday evening, the project was presented to the Carson City Regional Transportation Commission by chief engineer Dan Stucky. To date there have been 18 public meetings on this project.
Wreath ceremony for fallen Carson City law officers among events Thursday around town
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/14/2019 - 7:21pmHeading into Thursday, August 15, 2019 we can expect hot weather to continue with high temperatures near 100. Among events for the day, there will be a wreath remembrance ceremony for fallen Carson City law enforcement officers at the sheriff's office, a Muscle Powered morning hike, art showings, and a meeting of the Status of Women in Nevada group at the Carson Nugget. As part of the Jazz and Beyond music festival, there will be an outdoor "Woodstock Remembered" concert at Comma Coffee and a music presentation, "All About that Bass" by Scot Marshall and Friends at the Nevada State Museum.
Carson City ESL program founder among 4 picked for prestigious Manhattan Institute award
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 5:58pmA Carson City-based nonprofit that teaches the English language to those preparing for U.S. citizenship — and whose founder was recognized in December 2018 as a finalist for the CNN Hero Award — has been picked to receive a national recognition award from the prestigious Manhattan Institute.
Carson City arrests: Jail inmates booked for drug possession
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 10:18amTwo Carson City Detention Center inmates were booked early Tuesday for suspicion of felony drug possession after an investigation by jail staff.
Carson City Sheriff's Office to hold Wreath Ceremony to honor fallen officers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 11:50amPlease join the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard and Carson City Sheriff’s Office staff for a moment of remembrance honoring Carson City’s fallen law enforcement who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Nevada Humanities Welcomes Willy Vlautin to Carson City on 'Nevada Reads Tour'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/09/2019 - 10:34amNevada Humanities will welcome author Willy Vlautin at a series of events throughout northern Nevada during the month of September. Mr. Vlautin is the author of Don’t Skip Out On Me, a 2019 pick for Nevada Reads—a statewide, public book club offered by Nevada Humanities. Nevada Reads invites Nevadans to read selected works of literature and to come together in their communities to share ideas and perceptions inspired by the book club selections.
Carson City's Long Ranch Path Closure announced through remainder of the year
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/09/2019 - 10:05amThe North sections of the multi-use pathway, that runs through the Long Ranch open spaces, will be closed due to the construction project of the East/West Transmission Water Main Phase 2B, starting on Friday, August 9th until the completion of the project sometime in December.
2019 report finds program to restore Lake Tahoe clarity remains on track
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/06/2019 - 10:21amTargets to reduce urban stormwater pollution and help protect Lake Tahoe’s famed water clarity are being achieved by local governments and state highway departments, according to the Total Maximum Daily Load Program’s 2019 Performance Report.
Carson City Assessor announces new computer aided property tax, mass appraisal system
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/06/2019 - 10:09amCarson City Assessor’s Office is pleased to announce the implementation of a new Property Tax and Computer Aided Mass Appraisal system.
The CAMA system will automate the appraisal and assessment administration functions, allowing for accurate valuation and complete parcel maintenance, and assessment. The system features a responsive design with an adjustable user interface suitable for all devices, effortless navigation, and data export.
Do you see the light? Carson City Photo Club monthly contest winners announced
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/25/2019 - 2:04pmThe Carson City Photo Club has announced the winners of this month's contest, with the theme "light and light painting."
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Half a League Onward Rode the 600
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/21/2019 - 4:44pmMy heroes will soon be floating away on a slab of ice with no internet, no phone service and no days off. These are the hearty scientists from 17 nations willing to ride around on an ice flow for months on a stretch, amidst the fastest changing climate in the world, the North Pole.
Trailer for 'Top Gun: Maverick' released, scenes filmed at Lake Tahoe and Sierra
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/18/2019 - 1:56pmThe movie trailer for "Top Gun: Maverick" where segments of the production were filmed at Lake Tahoe, was released Thursday by Paramount Pictures.
"Top Gun: Maverick" is the sequel to 1986's blockbuster "Top Gun." In true dramatic fashion, the trailer builds up the story of the Tom Cruise character Maverick as the new flight instructor of the Top Gun school.
Carson City man attacks taxi driver, burglarizes home, fights deputies and attempts to damage patrol vehicle
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/12/2019 - 9:15amA 39-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the 500 block of Southwest Court and Silver Sage Drive late Thursday evening for attempting burglary, resisting arrest, battery on a protected person, probation violation, and destruction of property.
Dakotah Orion Bliss-Erb was arrested after deputies were patrolling the area of Silver Sage and Clearview Drive when they observed a taxi parked on the corner with its hazards on.
Carson City arrests: Vehicle bump in fast food drive-thru lands man in jail
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 3:46pmA 23-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday morning in the 300 block of East William Street for misdemeanor suspicion of DUI and gross misdemeanor possession of a dangerous drug without a prescription, a Carson City sheriff's report said.
JoAnne Skelly: We have apple trees that did not have blossoms this spring
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/30/2019 - 12:07pmA reader sent me a question. “We had an arborist trim our apple tree in March and this is the first year in at least 20 years that the tree had no blossoms. Is this situation common or did we do something wrong?” Neither of my apple trees had flowers this year either. I had assumed a late freeze had caused this because often my trees bloom, then there is a freeze and the flowers wither and die. However, this year there weren’t any flowers at all.
Reggae sensation Jordan T jams Saturday at Carson City's outdoor Levitt AMP concert
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 1:03pmThe Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series presented by The Change Companies began with a full house last week and the party will continue this Saturday, June 29 at the Brewery Arts Center with reggae sensation Jordan T. So grab your family, friends and neighbors and get ready to experience the power of free, live music to bring our community together.
Carson City Sheriff's SET arrest man wanted for burglary, grand larceny who fled traffic stop
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 10:42amA Carson City man wanted for felony warrants who evaded deputies following a traffic stop last week was taken into custody Saturday, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team arrest report.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, June 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 7:55pmHello Carson City, is it getting warm enough yet? That's the question as we head into a forecast high Tuesday in the low 90s, give or take a few degrees. Don't sweat as our good friends at Muscle Powered have morning and evening walks and a bicycle ride happening before and after the heat sets in. Plus there's local talks about history, addiction and wellness; a yoga class for those with arthritis, a family viewing of the classic basketball fantasy movie "Space Jam" at the Carson City Library and a whole lot more. Scroll on and enjoy your day!