Greater Nevada
Carson City women's shelter receives $2,500 holiday gift from Greater Nevada Credit Union
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/25/2019 - 12:45pmA Christmas gift of $2,500 was presented Tuesday to Carson City's Advocates to End Domestic Violence by Greater Nevada Credit Union. The donation is to help assist victims of domestic battery in the community.
Protective nets installed at Reno Aces’ Greater Nevada Field
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 12:43pmAces’ iconic voice Ryan Radtke steps down after 14 seasons
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 12:30pmAfter 14 combined seasons as the voice of the Tucson Sidewinders and Reno Aces, Ryan Radtke announced that he will not be returning to the booth at Greater Nevada Field.
Reno Aces to extend protective netting for 2020 season
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 10:38amAs the Reno Aces gear up for the 2020 campaign, a new change is coming to its home ballpark — to protect fans from foul balls and thrown bats.
All Things Art at Carson Valley Art Center: Paint and Sip, ceramics, gallery exhibit opportunities, private events and classes
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 10:39pmCarson Valley Art Center has a new home. Our new and improved studio is located at: 1539 Hwy 395, Suite 2, Gardnerville in between Greater Nevada Credit Union and Christensen Automotive.
CV Art is committed to encourage and inspire all things creative with the following venues:
DaVinci & Drinks our paint and sip venue Thursday at 6, Friday and Saturday at 7
Clay Creations a complete ceramics studio with 4 wheels, hand building stations, kiln, mid fire glazing, membership opportunities
Studio 775 our gallery space
Nevada Day 2019 Parade Lineup is here
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 7:22pmHello Carson City! Are we excited for the parade yet? I know I am! We’re only a few days away now, so take a gander below to find the parade line up and parade categories.
Senator Square: Club opportunities everywhere at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/13/2019 - 6:51amCHS has many opportunities for students to become a part of something bigger than just themselves, not that making a name for oneself is a bad idea or anything, but it is up to the student to step on up, come on in, and check them out. There are so many clubs on campus; there are Interact Club meetings at lunch in CHS teacher Erin Been’s room every Thursday, and Been also advises the Represent Club.
Senator Square: First week of school a blast at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/25/2019 - 8:22amCarson High School Principal Gavin Ward stood at the north entrance high-fiving students as they entered high school, some of them for the first time. In fact, counselors, teachers, and other administrators stood at each of the school entrances welcoming students to the best high school in the state, hyperbole aside.
Natural in the booth: Ryan Radtke is the voice of Reno Aces
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 08/24/2019 - 9:31amReno Aces play-by-play announcer Ryan Radtke was a natural since he picked up a makeshift microphone.
WNC Foundation raises more than $75,000 to support education at 'Reach for the Stars' gala
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/21/2019 - 4:50pmCARSON CITY — The fundraising arm of Western Nevada College — WNC Foundation — held its fourth annual Reach for the Stars Gala on Aug. 10, raising more than $75,000 to benefit students seeking higher education.
River Cats stifle Aces 8-1; split four-game series
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 08/18/2019 - 4:25pmThe red-hot Reno Aces have suddenly hit a draw.
Reno split the four-game series to the Sacramento River Cats with an 8-1 loss to the Sacramento River Cats on Sunday at Greater Nevada Field.
Reno Aces eclipse 200 homers in 15-6 win over Omaha
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 08/05/2019 - 10:36pmThe Reno Aces enjoyed some sizzlin’ home cooking.
Reno went 5-2 over a seven-game homestand against the Iowa Cubs and Omaha Storm Chasers. The Aces’ solid stretch helped them improve to 53-61, good for third place in the Pacific Coast League Pacific Division.
Aces’ Josh Rojas eyes homecoming with Diamondbacks
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 08/04/2019 - 6:59pmA distinct popping noise resonated throughout an empty Greater Nevada Field during the Reno Aces’ batting practice session on Saturday.
Cubs’ Addison Russell gets two hits in Triple-A return
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 07/30/2019 - 10:55pmAddison Russell made an appearance for the Cubs, but not the team from the Windy City.
Another transition for Giants pitcher Dereck Rodríguez
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 07/06/2019 - 10:17pmHis father is a Hall of Fame catcher, but Dereck Rodríguez was destined for the mound. Now he’s setting his sights on a return to the San Francisco Giants.
State, City offices and banks will close for July 4; museums remain open with regular hours
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 1:35pmWith the Fourth of July upon us, here's a reminder that several businesses will be closed to enjoy the festivities, and community members should prepare accordingly.
Fireworks, carnival, music and more this July 4 at Mills Park in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/01/2019 - 11:15amCelebrate Independence Day 2019 with fireworks, a carnival, live music and more at Mills Park in Carson City during the annual RSVP July 4 Celebration and Carnival, Thursday through Sunday at Mills Park.
Kevin Cron returns to Reno Aces with big-league eyes
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 06/23/2019 - 5:02pmReno Aces infielder Kevin Cron brought his big-league eye back to the Biggest Little City.
Green grass and high tidings from Reno Aces’ groundskeeper
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 06/22/2019 - 10:02amGreater Nevada Field groundskeeper Leah Withrow is one of a kind.
Her profession is unknown to most fans, but she is the only female fields operation assistant in all of Triple-A baseball.
New faces Reno Aces hand Isotopes 5-1 loss
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/21/2019 - 10:16pmNew faces helped the Reno Aces top the Albuquerque Isotopes 5-1 on Friday night at Greater Nevada Field.
Carson City Chamber honors Best of the Best at annual meeting
Submitted by admin on Fri, 06/14/2019 - 11:39amWith some help from the Ghost of Mark Twain, Carson City Chamber of Commerce celebrated its accomplishments for the year at their annual meeting Thursday evening at The Martin Hotel Restaurant.
Diamondbacks’ Jake Lamb back in the fold with Reno Aces
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 06/09/2019 - 5:38pmArizona Diamondbacks infielder Jake Lamb is back in the baseball fold with the Triple-A Reno Aces.
Senator Square: Creative and colorful, the Carson High School class of 2019 says goodbye
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/09/2019 - 8:28amThe Carson High School class of 2019 said their goodbyes to teachers June 5, most of the teachers finished their grades the same day and checked out June 7, and a few remaining teachers volunteered to help with graduation Saturday.
Greater Nevada Credit Union awards scholarships to 7 Carson City students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 2:29pmAmong the 29 recipients of Greater Nevada Credit Union’s 2019 scholarship program, seven students are from Carson City.
Arizona deals master of cards Tyler Heineman to Miami
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 11:02pmReno Aces catcher Tyler Heineman, who dabbles as an illusionist, has disappeared from Greater Nevada Field.
The Arizona Diamondbacks traded Heineman to the Miami Marlins on Tuesday for cash considerations, according to MLB Trade Rumors.
Events and happenings for Saturday, June 1
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 11:27pmGood morning Carson City, and happy June! We have a ton of events going on today in our beloved capital city, with the June wine walk, the first day of the farmer’s market, a brew fest at Fuji park, and more! With a high of 75, it’s shaping up to finally start to feel like summer (knock on wood).
Annual Special Olympics Nevada Summer Games held this weekend in Reno
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 11:25amMore than 300 Special Olympics athletes from across the state will converge this weekend in Reno for the annual Special Olympics Nevada (SONV) Summer Games. The torch was carried through Carson City Friday on its way to the games.
Events, happenings and more around the Carson City area this Friday through Sunday
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 4:43pmHeading into a jam-packed weekend of events around the Carson City region, there's a bevy of activities Friday to get your started. Lace up your shoes for a morning walk at Riverview Park, and then head on over to the Nevada State Museum for a coin press demonstration, and tours that explore anthropology and Nevada history. Later there's a cruise night gathering at Carson Mall to benefit Safe Grad Night, an Italian dinner fundraiser at the Governor's Mansion to benefit Carson City's homeless, live music at Living the Good Life and A to Zen, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club, and much more. Read on and enjoy!
The forearm ‘whiskerer’ — Aces Cody Decker hits 200th HR
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 10:06pmReno Aces bearded slugger Cody Decker smashes baseballs at the plate and forearms in the dugout.
Carson City Chamber to graduate 30th Leadership class, ghost of Mark Twain to host
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 4:56pmNew leaders from all walks of life will be honored for the time they spent over the past 9 months learning about Carson City during the 2019 Leadership Institute Class Graduation, the 30th graduation to date.