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Fishing report through Feb. 28
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/23/2012 - 9:58amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra through Feb. 28:
Outdoors with Don Q: Having fun in the snow above Palm Springs
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/23/2012 - 9:41amLast Friday, Elaine and I, together with my cousin Lorraine and her husband Bob Scholes of Dayton, Nevada, took a memorable ride on the “Tram,” high in the mountains above Palm Springs, Calif.
Earlier, Elaine and I had convoyed with Sal and Catali Quilici of Dayton to visit Don and Norma Reasons at one of their friends’ home, located across from the ninth green at the PGA West – Stadium Golf Course in La Quinta.
Soup's On with Rep. Mark Amodei
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 5:22pmWhat can make the V&T Railway profitable?
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/15/2012 - 12:27pmThe good news is that the V&T Railway is expected to make a profit of $164,132 on their popular Polar Express event for the coming year.
The bad news is the railway's main runs between Eastgate Siding and Virginia City is projected to lose $108,192, even with an expected $67,250 in donations.
The resulting $56,000 in projected profit is almost enough to pay for the $60,000 shortfall in the previous season's sales tax revenue that pays for the bonds that helped rebuild the historic railway. That is a shortfall that is expected to continue and grow larger.
Fishing report through Feb. 21
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/15/2012 - 3:59amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon. This report is through Feb. 21.
Nv Shows seeks Chefs for Rocky Mounain Oyster Fry-Virginia City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 02/10/2012 - 9:22pmNv Shows announced today it is looking for chefs and vendors for the Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry in Virginia City. (Prize money will be awarded)
March 17, 2012 is the world famous Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry. Anyone who wishes to sign up to cook will be given 40 pounds of beef "fries" as part of their $100 application/permit fee. This event takes place on St. Patricks day so there will also be a fun parade at noon. Craft vendors, non profits and local companies are also invited to purchase a booth space.
Fishing Report for the week of February 9
Submitted by admin on Thu, 02/09/2012 - 10:11pmANGEL LAKE, ELKO COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
The road to Angel Lake is now closed for the winter.
BISHOP AREA, CALIF:
The fishing season for the Bishop area is closed.
BLUE LAKES, CALIF:
Lower Blue Lake:
Upper Blue Lake:
The road to Blue Lakes is now closed for the winter.
BRIDGEPORT RESERVOIR, CALIF:
The fishing season for Bridgeport Reservoir is closed.
CARSON RIVER, CALIF:
East Carson River:
The fishing season for the East Carson River is closed upstream from Hangman’s Bridge.
West Carson River:
Nevada Mining Industry Expects To Add At Least 1,200 Jobs This Year
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Thu, 02/09/2012 - 11:16amCARSON CITY – Nevada’s mining industry is stepping up to Gov. Brian Sandoval’s challenge asking businesses and all economic partners to help create 50,000 jobs over the next three years.
Gov. Sandoval Unveils State Economic Development Plan, Calls For 50,000 New Jobs By The End Of 2014
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 02/07/2012 - 3:41pmRENO – Gov. Brian Sandoval used the University of Nevada, Reno today as a backdrop to unveil his economic development plan, and he challenged the business community and all partners to work to create 50,000 new jobs by the end of 2014.
Soup’s On: Carson City Chamber’s New Informal Luncheon Speaker Series
Submitted by admin on Thu, 02/02/2012 - 12:35pmIn partnership with Gold Dust West, we’re going to stir the pot this year with our brand new luncheon series where you will hear from interesting personalities who will enlighten you on a variety of subjects to make you better informed.
Nevada Group Files Initiative Petition To Allow Legislature, Governor To Raise Mining Taxes
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 5:50pmCARSON CITY – A group called Nevadans United for Fair Mining Taxes filed a constitutional amendment initiative today with the Nevada Secretary of State’s office that would allow the cap on mining taxes to increase from 5 percent to 9 percent.
“This initiative is not a tax increase,” said Las Vegas businessman Monte Miller, who heads up the group. “It simply raises the cap on mining taxes and leaves the issue on whether to raise the tax in the hands of the Nevada Legislature and governor.”
Movie Review: 'The Descendants' offers a fine cast headed by George Clooney
Submitted by admin on Sat, 01/28/2012 - 2:12pmThe Academy Award nominated film "The Descendants," now playing at the Fandango Galaxy movie house in Carson City, is a hard-eyed romantic comedy with an ensemble cast headed by George Clooney, the only name star aboard.
Doesn't matter, this is a fine cast from Clooney as Matt King to Judy Greer as Julie Speer, wife of a real estate salesman who … but let's let that wait.
The film opens with a scene of an attractive woman riding a boat. She's laughing in the wind. This is before an of the opening credits. No explanation given or needed.
Northern California and Nevada fishing report through Jan. 31
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/25/2012 - 12:35amHere is the fishing report through Jan. 31. The report covers rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
Nevada’s Jobless Rate Drops To 12.6 Percent In December, But Smaller Workforce Partly Responsible
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 01/23/2012 - 12:20pmCARSON CITY – Nevada’s unemployment rate fell by four-tenths of a percentage point to 12.6 percent in December, the second consecutive monthly decline that saw the number of jobless drop to 166,300, a state agency reported today.
A year ago, the rate, which is adjusted for seasonal fluctuations in the labor market, hit a record high of 14.9 percent.
Fitness on a Wire: Reasons to start getting healthy
Submitted by Jerry Vance on Fri, 01/20/2012 - 4:50pmHave you given any thought to building your body up and increasing your overall health? Would you like a few reasons why you should?
Let's start with a tremendous gain in cardiovascular endurance. When you chase your kids you’ll be able to catch them. Endurance means your heart rate will drop and your heart will beat less to supply your body with the needed oxygen. The proper terminology is "greater stroke volume". You will achieve better circulation, and during cold winter months your body will benefit greatly from that increase.
Washoe Drive Fire burns 26 homes, 3,900 acres, Highway 395 between Carson City and Reno still closed
Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/20/2012 - 10:58amOfficials reported this morning that the Washoe Drive Fire destroyed 26 homes, and has currently consumed 3,900 acres.
At a 9 a.m. press conference, officials reported the blaze is 50 percent contained, and that 700 firefighters are working to extinguish hot spots in advance of the high wind that are forecast for this afternoon.
There were 20 homes reported lost last night, but in the light of day, personnel working the fire were able to get a better count of the structures that burned.
Fishing report through Jan. 25
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/18/2012 - 12:24amHere is this week's fishing report for January 18-25. This report covers streams, lakes and rivers in Nevada, Northern California, southern Oregon and the Sierra.
ALMANOR LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Place your bets on ‘Dealt a Deadly Hand’ at Gold Dust West
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/16/2012 - 10:43amLeave it to the Proscenium Players to stack the cards and place some outrageous bets beginning Friday, January 20. Celebrating their 47th season, the Carson City-based theater troupe will let the chips fall where they may during the murder mystery dinner “Dealt a Deadly Hand: Murder at the Carson City Casino Royale.” Check out the latest blog from the Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Performances are Friday’s and
Fishing report through Jan. 17
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/12/2012 - 2:39amHere is the fishing report through Jan. 17 for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
2012 State of the City forum
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/09/2012 - 12:18pmThe Carson City Chamber of Commerce presents the State of the City forum on Friday, Feb. 10 at 7:30 a.m. at the Gold Dust West. Speakers include Mayor Bob Crowell, Supervisor Shelly Aldean, Sheriff Ken Furlong and City Manager Larry Werner. Cost is $20. Please RSVP before Feb. 7 by calling 775-882-1565.
Win a night of murder mystery theater
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/09/2012 - 10:41amThe Carson City Visitor and Convention Bureau has a contest on their Facebook page to win a night's stay at the Gold Dust West and two ticket to The Proscenium Players' "Dealt a Deadly Hand - Murder at the Carson City Casino Royale" murder mystery dinner theater.
The first person to answer ALL three trivia questions below wins. Entry deadline: midnight, Thursday, Jan. 12, 2012. The winner will be announced Friday, Jan. 13.
1. Name the Casino in Casablanca?
2. What is the current Powerball amount as of today?
3. What is the name of Gold Dust West’s Sports Book?
Go to the Facebook page to post your answers.
Navy League of the US, Carson City Council January Dinner Meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 10:26pmThe Carson City Council of the United States Navy League will hold its bi-monthly meeting on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, 2171 Hwy 50E, Carson City. The social hour is at 5:30 PM followed by a buffet dinner at 6:30 PM. Our speaker will be Colonel Phillip W. Chandler, USMC, Commanding Officer of Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center (MCMWTC). For Reservations, please call Bob Prater, 888-2050 or Dennis Johnson at 841-3825 or you may email Bob at: Robert_Prater@sbcglobal.net. The price is $25 per person.
Fishing report through Dec. 27
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 8:49amHere is this week's fishing report for the week of Dec. 21 through Dec. 27. This report covers rivers, streams and lakes in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
'Dealt a Deadly Hand — Murder at the Carson City Casino Royale'
Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 6:14pmGet out your lucky hat, because the Proscenium Players in conjunction with the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino in Carson City is about to unveil a mystery dinner show that spoofs the movie “Casablanca” and the American dream of winning the jackpot. Penned by Tony Schwartz and Marylou Ambrose, the show, "Dealt a Deadly Hand: Murder at the Carson City Casino Royale," takes place at Rick’s club, the first legal gambling casino in Carson City. Rick dreams of striking it rich – then two crafty Native Americans try to claim the land and his gold-digging ex-wife Lola shows up.
UNR holiday book tree erected in Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center
Submitted by editor on Thu, 12/15/2011 - 3:33pmThe soaring atrium of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center at the University of Nevada, Reno has an unconventional tree on display this holiday season. Some would call it a green tree, not just because of its color, but because the tree is made entirely of recycled materials – old books.
The 9.5-foot tree was constructed using pre-1950 National Union Catalog books. The rarely used reference books made an ideal book tree, with their evergreen covers and gold lettering on the spine.
Homewood project approved by Tahoe Regional Planning Agency; League responds
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 8:48pmTo a packed house of observers, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board voted to approve Phase 1 of the Homewood Mountain Resort Ski Area Master Plan at their monthly meeting on Wednesday, December 14.
Dungeness crab season opens December 15
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 1:06amDungeness crab is back on the menu for holiday feasts as commercial crabbing opens Dec. 15 along most of the Oregon coast.
Fishery managers made the decision today to open the ocean to crabbing along the Oregon coast from the Columbia River to just north of Gold Beach (42°26'00" N. Lat.). The ocean commercial Dungeness crab season in Oregon normally opens Dec. 1, but was delayed this year because crab did not meet minimum pre-season quality testing.
The testing measures the percentage of meat in the crab, by weight.
Nevada Business Connections Monthly Networking Breakfast
Submitted by admin on Wed, 11/09/2011 - 9:56amThe next Nevada Business Connections Monthly Networking Breakfast is scheduled for Wednesday, November 16 at the Gold Dust West Casino, 2171 Highway 50 East, Carson City.
Keynote speakers are Steve Driscoll, Sparks Assistant City Manager, and Chris Lynch, Director, Business Environmental Program, UNR.
Doors open at 7:30 a.m. $20 for members, $30 for guests
Please RSVP (775) 882-8306 or kris@nevadabusinessconnections.com
Book Review: 'Breaks, Brains and Balls' the story of Mustang Ranch's Joe Conforte
Submitted by admin on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 5:16pmJoe Conforte is unquestionably one of the originals who made Nevada what it is, for better or worse. His book "Breaks, Brains and Balls," written with the help of local author David W. Toll, is a truly amazing report of how he turned a seedy brothel the Mustang Ranch just off I-80 east of Reno into a Midas machine, and in the process subverted Nevada law or made new Nevada law.
Carson City's Polar Express holiday train pre-sells 3,000 tickets
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/01/2011 - 11:30amThe enchanting appeal of The Polar Express™ has spread to Carson City and has families planning ahead for the holiday season. After merely three weeks, 3,000, or 40 percent of Virginia & Truckee Railroad’s Polar Express™ tickets have been sold, with 4,500 tickets remaining.
The Virginia & Truckee Railroad is one of a handful of officially licensed Polar Express Train Ride events nationwide this holiday season, Nov. 25 - Dec. 18.