July
50 out of 56 businesses in compliance during second Nevada OSHA visit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 1:39pmThe Division of Industrial Relations Occupational Safety and Health Administration has begun conducting follow up visits to business establishments that were previously found to be in noncompliance with the face covering requirement, social distancing and other measures to protect the safety and health of Nevada’s workforce.
Nevada Humanities hosts July 17 'Valley of the Sun' virtual conversation
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 11:12amNevada Humanities presents A Virtual Salon: Valley of the Sun — the next installment of its bimonthly Salon series — online at facebook.com/nevadahumanities on Friday, July 17, 2020, 6 to 7 p.m.
This virtual conversation will feature a discussion about Sun Valley, Nevada, the history of this region, the stereotypes associated with trailer park culture, and the creativity that is born out of this place.
Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range annual passes available following $800K in improvements
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 10:36amWith support from the Nevada Department of Wildlife Hunter Education Program, Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act and Carson City’s Capital Improvement Program, the City recently invested more than $800,000 into its Rifle and Pistol Range.
Genoa's Candy Dance is cancelled this year due to COVID-19 concerns
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 9:13amThe annual Genoa Candy Dance has joined the long list of cancelled events in the region due to COVID-19 this year, according to a Douglas County press release.
Team of scuba divers begin underwater cleanup efforts at Donner Lake
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 8:18amColin West, executive director of Clean Up the Lake, a non-profit organization, along with three other scuba divers will be braving the cold water of Donner Lake in Truckee, Calif. for two weeks in an effort to fight trash pollution that began July 6.
Carson City Sheriff's Office Cadets to host July 18 car wash fundraiser
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 7:10amCarson City Sheriff's Office Cadets will be hosting a fundraiser car wash Saturday, July 18 at the North Carson Home Depot. Come show your support of the cadets and get you car washed while you shop.
Carson City Sheriff to speak at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 12:31amMonday's Democratic tele-luncheon will feature a town hall-style presentation by Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.
Carson City, Quad area COVID-19 July 8 update: 11 new cases, 5 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 6:08pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting eleven new positive cases and five additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region on Wednesday, July 8, 2020. This brings the total number of cases to 412, with 271 recoveries and eight deaths, 133 cases remain active.
Carson FC 2020-21 Soccer Tryouts
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 3:23pmAges U11 & down (born 2010-2013) 6:00pm-7:00pm
Ages U12 & up (born 2006-2009) 7:00pm-8:00pm
*All players should check in 15 minutes early
Tryout Information:
Our tryouts will be held at Mills Park in the large grass area along hwy 50. Address: 1111 E William St
Due to our COVID-19 challenges, these tryouts are ONLY for new players/teams who did not play for CFC last season. Existing teams/players do not need to tryout.
Ages: U8-U15. All boys & girls born in 2006-2013
Players only need to tryout 1 day
Please fill out and print off a copy of the Tryout release form.
Annual July 5 Tahoe beach cleanup nets 500 pounds of trash, 3,495 cigarette butts, 6,515 pieces of plastic
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 10:48amDespite COVID-19 keeping many from Tahoe beaches this season, somehow it didn’t seem to stop the trash from accumulating, but it also didn’t stop Keep Tahoe Blue volunteers from holding their annual beach cleanup.
According to the League to Save Lake Tahoe’s Communications Manager Chris Joseph, the beach clean up kept things smaller this year to make sure social distancing practices were upheld for the safety of volunteers.
Drive-in movies begin Wednesday at Carson City's BAC, showings are twice weekly with RSVP
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 10:29amBeginning tonight, family summer drive-in movies begin in Carson City and will show weekly, Wednesday and Thursday evenings through August 13 in the parking lot of the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall. Space is limited and RSVP is required.
Zach Conine, NV State Treasurer, Presents Nevada's Economic Response to Covid-19 to Lyon County Democrats
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 9:48amThis Saturday, July 11, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. State Treasurer, Zach Conine, will present a live update on the state of the Nevada economy to Lyon County Democrats via Zoom. Mr. Conine will discuss the impact of the Coronavirus on the Nevada economy and the outlook for recovery in the coming months. A question and answer session will follow his presentation.
Nevada governor orders flags to half-staff in honor of Sgt. Ben Jenkins on day of his Elko memorial
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 7:15amWhat to expect from the budget cut-focused special session of the Nevada Legislature
Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 6:54amNevada lawmakers will convene on Wednesday morning for the first time since mid-2019 for what is expected to be a painful special session cutting $1.2 billion out of the state’s budget.
We're Putting Dayton on the Map!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 5:33amYou might think printed maps are no longer useful in this tech-savvy world, however paper maps are still quite popular in this day and age. Maps help provide the ‘bigger picture’ of the community you are visiting and can also give the user the flavor and character of that community or destination.
Quad area COVID-19 Tuesday update: Carson City man dies, 10 new cases, 6 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/07/2020 - 6:05pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Tuesday, July 7 of an eighth death due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. The individual was a male Carson City resident in his 60’s with no reported underlying conditions.
Nevada notes higher rates of face covering compliance during statewide July 6 observations
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/07/2020 - 3:03pmIn an effort to protect Nevada’s workers and educate businesses on the latest requirements so that Nevada can stay safe and stay open during the pandemic, the Division of Industrial Relations Occupation Safety and Health Administration is conducting ongoing field observations and inspections at establishments where patrons congregate for longer periods of time, which can lead to a heightened risk of spreading COVID-19.
Carson City to see economic boost with special legislative session
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 07/07/2020 - 12:45pmA special session of the Nevada State Legislature begins tomorrow, Wednesday July 8 as lawmakers decide what to do with the state's budget during the COVID-19 epidemic.
Legislative session has always been a major boost to Carson City's economy, with local businesses such as restaurants and hotels receiving many positive economic impacts.
Children's Museum of Northern Nevada presents: Art Camp Around the World; registration underway
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/07/2020 - 10:30amWe are traveling the world this year! During the 5-day art camp students ages 5-10 will “visit” Asia, South America, Europe, Africa, and Australia to experience the art, culture, and music of these continents. Each day of the week will focus on the art and traditions of each of the continents. Each camper will have their “passport” stamped daily and will design a “travel bag” for all of their camp art projects.
Carson City, Quad area COVID-19 July 6 briefing: Six new cases
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 6:05pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting six new positive cases and no additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region on Monday, July 6. This brings the total number of cases to 391, with 260 recoveries and seven deaths, 124 cases remain active.
UNR Extension offers online sessions on business resources, running a business
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 1:30pmWith small businesses needing to make many adjustments to their operations amid COVID-19 restrictions and economic challenges, University of Nevada, Reno Extension is offering town halls this Wednesday to introduce small-business owners to resources available to them.
OSHA: 84 percent face mask compliance in northern Nevada, 66 percent in southern Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 1:12pmBusinesses following the Nevada governor's directive requiring face coverings shows 84 percent of businesses in northern Nevada and 66 percent of businesses in southern Nevada were in compliance "on the date of the initial observation," according to a Nevada OSHA news release Monday.
Leave Your Hate at Home (Letter)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 11:37amDon’t spew your hate at me.
On Saturday, July 4, 2020, Independence Day, I was on the Nevada State Capitol Grounds in Carson City. This is where I was the target of a hostile verbal assault: “Get out of here! You don’t belong here! You’re not welcome here!”
Douglas authorities arrest 32 over holiday weekend between Lake Tahoe and Carson Valley
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 10:58amThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office arrested 9 people on July 4, 2020 between Lake Tahoe and the Carson Valley. A total of 32 people, over the July 4 weekend, July 3-5, 2020, were arrested for various charges mostly related to offenses involving alcohol or drugs.
Carson City sheriff's deputies make arrests for alleged assault, DUI and drug incidents
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 10:55amA 55-year-old Carson City man was arrested June 30 for suspicion of battery with a deadly weapon, a Carson City Sheriff's Office report states.
Sierra Lutheran High School to host special open house for prospective families
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 9:18amCARSON CITY — Sierra Lutheran High School will host a special open house on Tuesday, July 14, from 6 to 7 p.m. for prospective families interested in learning more about the school and its educational program for the 2020-21 academic year.
Quad area COVID-19 briefing for July 5: three new cases in Carson City, 2 in Lyon, 1 in Douglas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/05/2020 - 6:16pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting six new positive cases and no additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region on Sunday, July 5, 2020. This brings the total number of cases to 385, with 260 recoveries and seven deaths, 118 cases remain active.
Last Night's Moon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 07/05/2020 - 3:10pmLake Tahoe boaters asked to 'party smartly' at this week's celebrity golf tourney
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/05/2020 - 1:49pmThe 31st annual American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe next week will still bring over 70 celebrities to the greens of Edgewood Tahoe, but this year spectators will be absent from both the beach and the course.
Carson Road Report: Roundabout work continues as part of South Carson Street project
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/05/2020 - 11:07amHere is the South Carson Street Project and Carson City area road report for the week of July 6-12, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, please visit CarsonProud.com.