Incline Village
Pancakes, Art, Golf and more: Events for Saturday, Oct. 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 12:26amGood morning Carson City! We’ve got a ton of great events this Saturday, so check below for a list of delightful fall activities!
Family train rides in Carson City, Virginia City plus ghost walk, art fair and lots of pumpkins as region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 6:57pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include Harvest Train festivities at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Thomas the Tank Engine and steam train rides in Virginia City, the first-ever Gandy Dance in Dayton, October Ghost Walk Tours through downtown Carson City and more!
Commemorative cups on sale as part of Sustainable Nevada Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 9:07amCARSON CITY — GreenUP!, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides environmental education to businesses announced that Nevada Day commemorative cups are now on sale for $10 at the Nevada Day store located at 716 N. Carson Street.
Nevadans take home 1,517 cats and dogs during Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 10:57amMore than 50 animal shelters and rescue groups participated in Nevada’s large free pet adoption event, Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days. It was organized by Maddie's Pet Project in Nevada, a three-year campaign aimed at helping more homeless cats and dogs find good homes and creating a safety net for pets by improving access to veterinary care in the Silver State.
Carson City sheriff's investigators seek persons of interest in vehicle burglaries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 9:25amThe Carson City Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating subjects of interest in connection to vehicle burglaries in the Carson City area.
40th Annual IVNS Pumpkin Patch
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 7:39pmPumpkin patch with a huge selection of pumpkins, pumpkin decorating, carnival games, face painting, bounce houses, pony rides, bungee trampoline, rock climbing, live bluegrass with Kyle Ledson, Incline Mariachi Band, IHS Jazz Band, magician, balloon twisting, Bam Dog food truck, Tahoe Empanadas, BBQ, beer garden, silent auction, raffle, local craft vendors, and MORE! Admission is FREE and tickets to participate in activities can be purchased at the gate.
More Info
http://ivns.vhost4.sierraweb.com/pumpkin-patch/
location
Incline Park
939 Southwood Blvd, Incline Village, NV 89451
Mt. Rose Highway to temporarily close for westbound truck traffic Sept. 23 to Oct. 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/19/2019 - 4:09pmCARSON CITY — Beginning Sept. 23, single lane closures will be in place and commercial trucks will temporarily be prohibited from traveling westbound over the Mt. Rose Highway summit (State Route 431) as part of continuing Nevada Department of Transportation roadway improvements.
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park boat ramps move to winter schedule on Oct. 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/19/2019 - 10:11amINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — Beginning Oct. 1, the boat ramp at Sand Harbor will close for the season and the Cave Rock Boat Ramp will change to winter hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Saturday, Sept. 14
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/13/2019 - 11:15pmGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! It’s going to get hot again today with a high of 93, but don’t worry, as we get out further into the week the weather will turn more autumnal with highs in the 70s. It could be the last hot day for a while, at least until a freak 90s+ hot day in November followed by a week long blizzard, so enjoy it while it’s here!
Today on the docket we have the farmers market, a Celtic fair at Dangberg Ranch, craft shows, and more! Check below to see the events throughout the weekend:
Saturday, September 14
Art festival, Celtic faire, awareness walks, bike rides and more: Carson City region prepares for jam-packed weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/12/2019 - 7:55pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region packed with excitement over the next three days. Events include the Silver State Art Festival at Fuji Park, suicide awareness walks in Carson City, a Celtic faire at Dangberg Home Ranch, the ninth annual Edible Pedal bike ride at Bowers Mansion, train rides in Virginia City and much more!
NDOT announces State Route 28 single lane closures in Incline Village area Sept. 24-26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 12:35pmCARSON CITY — Daytime single lane closures will take place on State Route 28 in the Incline Village area Tuesday, Sept. 24 through Thursday, Sept. 26 as the Nevada Department of Transportation repaves sections of roadway surface.
Carson City community to bring sustainable practices to Nevada Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/10/2019 - 10:23amThe nonprofit organization greenUP!, which provides environmental education to businesses announced a group effort to make our Nevada Day parade in Carson City a more sustainable event. A Nevada Day green team was assembled to find ways to reduce waste at the event and they are seeking volunteers for the Nevada Day parade and festivities on Oct. 26.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Dateline Red Wing, Minnesota
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 8:34amRed Wing, Minnesota is the cutest town I ever saw. You can't see it without falling in love with it. I wanted to fold it up and take it home with me. They make shoes there, comfortable, sensible shoes. I was reminded of what my mother told me, "Honey, always have a good pair of shoes and a good bed, 'cuz you're either in one or the other."
Sierra Lutheran Falcons start regular season strong
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 09/07/2019 - 6:55pmThe Sierra Lutheran Falcons are off to a solid start on the season, with a pair of wins from the girls varsity and junior varsity volleyball squads and a first place finish from the girls golf team.
Sierra Lutheran’s JV volleyball team won its first non-conference matchup against Mineral County on Friday. The Hawks won both sets 25-18 and 25-20.
Muscle Powered Second Saturday Easy Hike, September 14 at Tahoe East Shore Trail
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/07/2019 - 9:12amTime: Meet at Hwy 50 Park and Ride, just west of the intersection of Hwy 395 S and Hwy 50 W, at 8:00am. We'll carpool to Incline Village to walk on the recently-opened multi-use pathway: Tahoe East Shore Trail.
Where: The three-mile Tahoe East Shore Trail, on the south side of Incline Village. We will park at Tunnel Creek and then walk south towards the lookout at Memorial Point. The entire trail is paved.
NDOT to begin lane closures starting Wednesday on Upper Mt. Rose Highway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/27/2019 - 3:19pmCARSON CITY — Beginning Wednesday, intermittent daytime lane closures will take place on Mt. Rose Highway, State Route 431 in areas near Incline Village and Mt Rose Ski Resort as the Nevada Department of Transportation improves roadside guardrail and resurfaces sections of the roadway.
Carson City area weather: Strong thunderstorms experienced throughout region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/08/2019 - 2:33pmThe National Weather Service is tracking a series of strong thunderstorms throughout the region Thursday afternoon. Doppler radar shows thunderstorms developing north into Washoe County and south of US-50 and east of the Sierra and Tahoe Basin.
What the heck is pickleball? Come to the Carson City MAC on Saturday and find out
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/30/2019 - 10:37amEver heard of pickleball? Never heard of pickleball? Curious about pickleball? Don't miss your chance to find out more. Come to the Carson City MAC on Saturday, August 3, for the Community Color Craze and see all 12 courts in action.
TRPA column: Epic collaboration at Lake Tahoe makes the impossible, possible
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/21/2019 - 11:25amWe’ve finally settled into a spectacular Tahoe summer. Like a shooting star, summer is fleeting, with the Fourth of July already in our review mirror. With all the outdoor recreation that summer affords us here at Lake Tahoe, here’s one more experience worth noting.
Southwest Gas employees to deliver food donations to Carson City low-income households
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 1:30pmCARSON CITY — Hunger and food insecurity affects one-in-eight people in Nevada. As part of Southwest Gas’ commitment to tackling this issue in the areas it serves, employees in Carson City and the surrounding districts are hosting a food drive, with all the non-perishable items being delivered to local food banks and low-income residents.
Incline Village man arrested after bb gun shots fired during road rage incident
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 10:08amThe Nevada Highway Patrol arrested a 23-year-old Incline Village man Tuesday following a road rage incident in which the suspect allegedly fired a bb gun at another vehicle, shattering a window.
Nevada Arts Council announces fiscal year 2020 grant recipients
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/08/2019 - 3:26pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Arts Council announced Friday the awarding of more than $1 million in statewide grants to 172 recipients ranging from individual artists to nonprofit organizations and public institutions for the 2020 fiscal year.
Barbecue, music and fireworks: July 4 celebrations around Carson, Tahoe and Virginia City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/04/2019 - 8:35amThe Fourth of July will be colored with parades, barbecues, carnivals, concerts and plenty of fireworks around Carson City, Carson Valley, Lake Tahoe and Virginia City.
NDOT and partners open Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/30/2019 - 11:26amThe Nevada Department of Transportation, Tahoe Transportation District and partners opened the new Tahoe East Shore Trail in Incline Village on Friday, June 28 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Tahoe traffic reminder: No roadside parking on State Route 28 Incline to Sand Harbor
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/25/2019 - 2:13pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation and Nevada Highway Patrol are reminding drivers that roadside parking restrictions will continue to be strictly enforced on State Route 28 south of Incline Village when the Tahoe East Shore Trail opens on Friday, June 28, including new no parking areas in southern Incline Village.
Carson City area road report for week of June 24-30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/23/2019 - 11:09amHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of June 24-30, 2019. Closures or delays are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Celebrate the Fourth of July with TOCCATA: Tahoe Orchestra and Chorus's 14th Annual 'BOPs' Concert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 5:02pmThe Tahoe Symphony Orchestra, also known as TOCCATA, helps you celebrate the Fourth of July spirit with family and friends, close to home. Our 14th annual “BOPS” concert, conducted by Maestro James Rawie, is a delightful summer event that we perform at Carson Valley United Methodist Church in Gardnerville on Sunday, July 7 at 4 p.m.
Carson City area road report for week of June 17-23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2019 - 10:50amHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of June 17-23, 2019. Road closures and lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
One-day, Region-wide "Open House Showcase" Offers House Hunters Access to Region's Top Listings, June 22
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/14/2019 - 2:25pmFor those who are interested in buying a home or relocating to Northern Nevada, Chase International’s inaugural “Open House Showcase” on Saturday, June 22 may be the perfect occasion to see some of the region’s best options on the market today, all in one day.
Western Nevada College announces 308 students on Spring 2019 Dean’s List
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 10:51amWestern Nevada College has named 308 students to the Spring 2019 Dean’s List. For consideration to WNC’s Dean’s List, students must complete at least 12 units during the semester and accumulate a grade point average of 3.50 or higher.