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Partnership Carson City hosts Drug Round-up Saturday, Oct. 24
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/07/2020 - 8:40amPartnership Carson City, inspiring a healthy community through education and prevention, is raising awareness around the impacts of keeping unused and expired prescription drugs in your household.
Join Carson Tahoe for a Free Webinar on Dementia Care
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/07/2020 - 8:31amCarson Tahoe invites the community to join a free webinar on Thursday, October 15 from noon to 1 p.m., led by dementia care expert Teepa Snow.
Quad-County COVID-19 Update for Oct. 6: Thirteen New Cases and Seven Recoveries
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/06/2020 - 6:05pmCarson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting thirteen new cases and seven additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,374, with 1,257 recoveries and 17 deaths, 100 cases remain active.
Explore the underpinnings of 19th century women’s fashion Oct. 7 in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/06/2020 - 1:12pmLearn what Nevada women of the late 19th century were carrying under those Victorian era gowns Wednesday (Oct. 7) at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. in Carson City.
Research shows Northern Nevada locals in favor of expanding smoke-free laws to include casinos and bars
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/06/2020 - 8:39amA research project was recently published by the Journal of Hospital Management and Health Policy, indicating that 60 percent of Washoe County residents (and 74 percent of Washoe County non-smokers) would favor a law prohibiting smoking in all casinos in Washoe County.
17th COVID-19 death reported in the Quad-County area
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/06/2020 - 7:51amCarson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting an additional death to due COVID-19, nine new cases, and eight additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region.
UNR Extension town hall provides information on 9 small-business assistance programs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/05/2020 - 11:50amRENO, Nev. — Approaching the year's final quarter, many small businesses across the state are still in need of COVID-19 relief funds, and each month there are new grant opportunities.
Clear Creek Bowmen announces annual Turkey Shoot
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/04/2020 - 9:03amSunday October 18th the Clear Creek Bowmen will be holding their annual Turkey Shoot. It will be a 35 3D target, unmarked yardage shoot (range finders ok). No, you’re not going to be shooting at live turkeys, but you will be competing to win a frozen one!
Senator Square: Carson High School retro-homecoming a big capital city success
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 10/03/2020 - 11:55pmThe Carson High School Retro-Homecoming and Respect Week went without a hitch, and the beauty of it was administrators, teachers, and staff had nothing whatsoever to do with making the decisions as the students chose both the candidates and the winners.
Quad-County COVID-19 Update: Six New Cases and Two Recoveries brings total to 1,338
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/02/2020 - 6:04pmCarson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting six new cases and two additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,338, with 1,224 recoveries and sixteen deaths, 98 cases remain active.
Sierra Lutheran High School to host Nov. 7 Christmas craft fair, vendors can sign up now
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/01/2020 - 6:21pmSierra Lutheran High School will host the 3rd Annual Christ is Christmas Craft Fair Saturday, Nov. 7, on the SLHS campus from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The school will be strategically using outdoor and indoor space on its 34-acre campus to promote the kickoff to the Christmas shopping season within social distancing guidelines.
Wine walk, Hauntober, live music and more highlight weekend activities in Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/01/2020 - 6:08pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities over the next three days. The Carson City Wine Walk returns Saturday with COVID-19 restrictions. Virginia City will be filled with spooky events over the month of October with its signature Hauntober event. Combined with live music and karaoke, the Carson City area will be buzzing with excitement! Read on for more information.
Carson City, Quad county COVID-19 Thursday update: 9 new cases, 2 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/01/2020 - 6:04pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting nine new cases and two additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020. This brings the total number of cases to 1,332, with 1,222 recoveries and 16 deaths, 94 cases remain active.
Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents Gaslight (1944) for movie night
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/01/2020 - 4:43pmYears after her aunt was murdered in her home, a young woman moves back into the house with her new husband. However, he has a secret that he will do anything to protect, even if it means driving his wife insane.
Covered For The Cause: Happy Outlet begins monthlong fundraiser for Carson Tahoe Cancer Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/01/2020 - 9:21amHave you seen our pink vans, or one of our happy servicemen wearing their pink shoe covers and button? Snap a photo and post to the Happy Outlet's Facebook page and help us in our fundraiser for the Carson Tahoe Cancer Resource Center.
WNC advises federal student aid filing opens Thursday; early filers have better chance getting aid
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/30/2020 - 6:31pmDon’t wait. Students planning to attend Western Nevada College can begin submitting their 2021-22 Free Application for Federal Student Aid form on Thursday, Oct. 1, and financial aid officials are advising students not to wait.
Carson City, Quad area COVID-19 Wednesday briefing: 19 new cases, 10 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/30/2020 - 6:08pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting 19 new cases and 10 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020. This brings the total number of cases to 1,323, with 1,220 recoveries and 16 deaths, 87 cases remain active.
Aluminum water bottles provided to Carson City students at no cost
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/30/2020 - 8:51amThe Carson City School District’s Nutrition Services is pleased to announce, with the assistance of Chartwells, their new food service management company, they will provide free aluminum water bottles to all students in the district.
Quad County, Carson City COVID-19 Tuesday update: 7 new cases, 12 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 6:12pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020 that there are seven new cases and 12 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,304, with 1,210 recoveries and sixteen deaths, 78 cases remain active.
Carson Capitols Lacrosse partners with High Sierra Lacrosse for Weekly Skills Sessions
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 4:23pmJoin Carson Capitols Lacrosse as we get ready for the High Sierra League Spring 2021 season as they walk you through the basic skills and techniques of youth lacrosse. We welcome all boys and girls ages 8 through 12. Each week you will learn new tips and tricks to perfect your lacrosse skills.
Babysitting in the time of COVID-19: No cost virtual class offered for teens
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 3:45pmBabysitting classes have often been offered in the Carson City area by a variety of agencies, but none have been offered during a pandemic until now.
Carson City Chamber, Better Business Bureau host free seminar today on how to avoid scams
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 8:34amThe Carson City Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Bureau will host a free Zoom seminar today, Tuesday, that focuses on business scams and how to avoid being scammed. The seminar features experts with the Federal Trade Commission, Office of the Nevada Attorney General, and the Nevada Department of Business & Industry Office of Consumer Affairs
Carson City, Quad County COVID-19 Monday update: 7 new cases, 13 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/28/2020 - 6:08pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Monday, Sept. 28, 2020 that there are seven new cases and 13 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,297, with 1,198 recoveries and 16 deaths, 83 cases remain active.
Hitting clinic Thursday for softball and baseball hosted by Cap City Baseball
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/28/2020 - 1:18pmLocal baseball and softball players are invited to participate in a free Cap City Baseball Hitting Clinic. RSVP now to reserve your spot! Boys and girls ages 8-13 are welcomed to attend and participate. The clinic will be held on Oct. 1, 2020 at 5:30 PM at the John L. Harvey Field located at Western Nevada College, 2201 W. College Pkwy, Carson City.
Learn about the region’s snakes this Wednesday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/28/2020 - 12:06pmCARSON CITY — Learn about the snakes of northwestern Nevada this Wednesday, Sept. 30, at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. in Carson City. George Baumgardner, curator of natural history, will offer brief demonstrations starting at 1 p.m. and repeated until 3 p.m. for visitors passing through the museum’s demonstration gallery.
Nevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter Sunday Game Watch
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 9:46amNevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter will host a Las Vegas Raiders game watch at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, at Jimmy G's, 301 N. Carson St.
Fishing Report: Fish plants are abundant, just in time for Free Admission to Nevada State Parks
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/26/2020 - 10:37amHello fellow anglers. Just got back from Oregon a few weeks ago and the world’s getting a little crazy. It's now fall, and it feels like we missed out on most of summer, between COVID-19 and wildfires, we might have to start doing some praying to get back to some sense of normalcy. We encountered 7 wildfires on our journey.
Quad-County COVID-19 Update for Thursday, Sept. 24: Eight New Cases and Twelve Recoveries
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 09/24/2020 - 8:13pmCarson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting eight new cases and twelve additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,272, with 1,146 recoveries and sixteen deaths, 110 cases remain active.
Apple picking, state park hikes, live music and more highlight weekend events in Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/24/2020 - 3:18pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Franktown Apples in Washoe Valley is hosting apple picking Friday through Sunday. In celebration of National Public Lands Day, Nevada State Parks will have a fee-free day on Saturday filled with hikes and tours. Combined with live music and dinner at local restaurants, the weekend will be filled with excitement! Read on for more information.
Hitting Clinic for softball and baseball brought to you by Cap City Baseball
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/24/2020 - 9:16amLocal baseball and softball players are invited to participate in a free Cap City Baseball Hitting Clinic. RSVP now to reserve your spot!
Boys and girls ages 8-13 are welcomed to attend and participate. The clinic will be held on October 1st, 2020 at 5:30 PM at the John L. Harvey Field (Western Nevada College, 2201 W. College Pkwy, Carson City, NV 89703).