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The Brewery Arts Center’s Flatbed Concert Series presents Carolyn Dolan & Big Red in West Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/17/2020 - 7:37amThe Brewery Arts Center will deliver live music directly to the citizens of Carson City while practicing social distancing once again this week.
Miles Construction Company has generously donated the use of a Flatbed Truck and with financial support from The Change Companies, the Nauman Foundation, and Carson Tahoe Hospital, the BAC will place musicians and bands on the flatbed and drive them through the streets and neighborhoods of Carson City throughout June and July and August.
Train rides, live music, fundraisers and more highlight weekend events around Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/16/2020 - 6:12pmHeading into the weekend there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.
Virginia Truckee Railroad offers weekend train rides from Virginia City to Gold Hill
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/15/2020 - 9:41amLooking for something fun and safe to do this summer? Take your family and friends on a trip back in time aboard The Virginia Truckee Railroad in Virginia City, Nev.
Powered by a vintage steam locomotive, Virginia Truckee Railroad will be running roundtrips from Virginia City to Gold Hill on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays this summer.
Empire Ranch to open par-3 golf course in Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 07/04/2020 - 11:15amCarson City’s Empire Ranch Golf Course is set to open a new par-3 playing course in the near future.
Located at 1875 Fair Way, Empire Ranch is putting together a par-3 golf course to go along with its 18-hole championship layout surrounded by more than 250 acres of land that overlooks the Carson River. The par-3 course will be something new for all levels of golfers.
Kids have lemonade stand to benefit Lyon County Sheriff K9 program
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/03/2020 - 6:41amLast Saturday our grandkids sold Lemonade at our garage sale. We talked before hand about donating the money they made. I told them about the Lyon County Sheriff Department K-9 program and they agreed they wanted to donate to them as a way to support our law enforcement.
BAC's Carson City Flatbed Concert Series brings Moxy Ruckus to new neighborhood Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/02/2020 - 4:06pmThe Brewery Arts Center will deliver live music directly to the citizens of Carson City while practicing social distancing once again this week. Miles Construction Company has generously donated the use of a Flatbed Truck and with financial support from The Change Companies, the Nauman Foundation, and Carson Tahoe Hospital, the BAC is proud to bring you Moxy Ruckus this 4th of July holiday from 6 to 9 p.m. in the neighborhood by Eagle Valley Middle School.
From criminal justice reform to Cannabis Compliance Board, new Nevada laws begin today
Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 8:40amLaws implementing a wide range of criminal justice reforms, establishing a state board responsible for regulating marijuana and creating a payday loan database finally take effect Wednesday, more than a year after the 2019 legislative session ended.
Carson City Little League scrimmages return with new health and safety measures
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 6:20amCarson City Little League held its first scrimmages of the season Monday at Governor's Field under the new health and safety guidelines enforced by the state of Nevada.
AYSO Carson City Youth Soccer opens fall 2020 registration for kids of all ages
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 06/29/2020 - 7:55pmThe AYSO Carson City Youth Soccer Region 140 organization is bringing excitement back to the state capitol.
Registration for the upcoming fall season is open for kids ages 3-18. Early bird registration ends July 15 and can be made online or in-person at Yogurt Beach, located at 3228 N. Carson St. in Carson City. In-person registration will be held Wednesday, July 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, July 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Brewery Arts Center’s Flatbed Concert Series brings 14k to Northridge, Mark Twain neighborhood
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/26/2020 - 10:43amThe Brewery Arts Center will deliver live music directly to the citizens of Carson City while practicing social distancing once again this week.
Miles Construction Company has generously donated the use of a Flatbed Truck and with financial support from The Change Companies, the Nauman Foundation, and Carson Tahoe Hospital, the BAC will place musicians and bands on the flatbed and drive them through the streets and neighborhoods of Carson City throughout June and July.
Carson City welcomes new deputy, sheriff discusses community responsibility at ceremony
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 06/25/2020 - 3:25pmThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office held a swearing in ceremony Thursday for Jacob Vanbeuge, who was welcomed as a new sheriff’s deputy.
Vanbeuge is a United States Army veteran and was presented with an army pin to wear on his uniform by Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong following his badge pinning ceremony.
Unprecedented WNC drive-through commencement today in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/24/2020 - 8:46amUnprecedented. Many of Western Nevada College’s graduates are the first in their families to graduate from college. Their novel feats will be matched with an unparalleled commencement ceremony for WNC.
Carson City Humane Society's Pets of the Week: Mickey and Marley
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 06/23/2020 - 10:46amHey there Carson City, say hello to our Pets of the Week, Mickey and Marley!
Mickey and Marley are a bonded pair of brothers and they have been together their whole lives, so they’re looking for a new home together. More to love for you!
Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong: 'It’s a Matter of the Public's Safety'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 06/18/2020 - 4:34pmIt’s been months of challenging circumstances for our community, businesses, families and schools, but I saw us beginning to emerge from the darkness. Then, without warning, the horrific death of George Floyd reignited the unresolved wounds of racism, police use of force, and unequal treatment of minorities in this country. The frustrated public demanded answers, change, and resolution, not later but now.
Carson City's Wild Horse Productions announces Virtual Summer Theater Academy
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 06/17/2020 - 10:28amThe coronavirus isn’t stopping Wild Horse Productions from continuing its theater arts productions and programs and keeping our young actors engaged!
This summer will be different as WHP is replacing its’ in-person summer programming for 2020 with a virtual experience.
Carson City fitness centers, gyms re-open with new mandated safety measurements in place
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 06/16/2020 - 2:28pmUnder Phase 2 people are once again able to enjoy working out somewhere other than their living rooms with the re-opening of gyms and fitness centers, and gym owners are stepping up social distancing measures to make sure everyone stays healthy.
Youth Theatre Carson City to host summer 'Virtual Master Class Series' June 16 to July 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/14/2020 - 8:12amYouth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce our upcoming Virtual Summer Workshop Series, held exclusively online over six weeks, June 16 to July 23, 2020 as part of their YTCC@Home initiative.
Youth Theatre Carson City is bringing local experts, home-grown successes, and industry professionals from New York, Los Angeles, Boston and beyond right into your living room covering topics from acting and singing to theatrical design and songwriting to building relationships and becoming a successful professional in the arts.
“Colors of the West: Youth Art from the 2020 National Cowboy Poetry Gathering” Virtual Exhibition Now Open Online at Nevada Humanities
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/10/2020 - 5:15pmAs part of the ongoing Nevada Humanities Exhibition Series, a new exhibition, Colors of the West: Youth Art from the 2020 National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, opened online on June 4, 2020 at nevadahumanities.org and will be on display as a virtual gallery indefinitely.
Summer youth activities in Carson City feature reading challenge, camps and more
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/10/2020 - 2:34pmSummer is in full swing, and recreational activities around Carson City are starting to return in the near future.
From the Carson City Library’s 2020 Learning Challenge, to archery classes at the Clear Creek Bowman Archery Camp, there are several ways for youth to get outside and enjoy the Silver State.
Carson City bowling alleys return under new safety provisions
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 2:25pmBowling is back at the Carson Lanes Family Fun Center and Gold Dust West Casino in Carson City.
Under the new provisions from the Nevada Gaming Commission, bowling alleys have instituted safety measures to keep families and guests safe. These safety measures include maximum lane capacity and sanitization of all equipment.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Lane: The SpaceX Generation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/08/2020 - 3:56pmMy father was of the Model T Generation, born the year the Titanic went down, 1912. His was a sober generation, living through the flu pandemic of 1918, Prohibition, the Great Depression and WWII. If that won't sober up a generation what will?
Senator Square: Digital media students create Carson High School year in review video
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/07/2020 - 9:26amAs a digital media teacher at Carson High School I asked my students if they wanted to do a year in review video. Nick Baggio, who is an editor for the announcements, and Gianna Johnson, who is an anchor on the daily announcements, jumped right on the project.
Retiring Carson City sheriff's DARE officer leaves legacy of relationship building with kids, parents and community
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/02/2020 - 3:53pmFor more than 15 years, Lisa Davis served as the DARE officer for Carson City. Her last day is Thursday as she and her husband Bob will be relocating to Oregon. She leaves Carson City with many accomplishments in providing children guidance and away from falling into the trap of alcohol and drugs.
Greenhouse Project breaks ground on new outdoor community classroom at Carson High School
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 06/02/2020 - 2:10pmOn Tuesday, the Carson City Greenhouse Project broke ground on a new outdoor classroom at the Carson High School site, which will allow the Greenhouse Project's dream of continuing agriculture education to students year round in the Carson City community.
Carson CIty's Silver Oak Golf Club to host Livermore Kids Golf Academy
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/01/2020 - 10:29amRyan Livermore, PGA presents the Livermore Kids Golf Academy at Silver Oak Golf Course in Carson City. Ryan has more than 8 years of experience teaching kids the fundamentals of the sport of golf. The Livermore Kids Golf Academy is a fun and engaging way for children ages 6-14 to learn the game of golf. The Livermore Kids Golf Academy runs July 6, 2020 through July 9, 2020 and July 13, 2020 through July 16, 2020. Contact the Silver Oak Golf Shop for more details. (775) 841-7000.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Ruby
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 05/27/2020 - 10:10amHappy Thursday Carson City! Are you ready to meet your newest Pet of the Week? Well, wait no longer because here’s Ruby!
Carson High School Cross Country seniors run 20.20 mile relay
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/25/2020 - 7:47amCARSON CITY — Saturday morning five seniors from Carson High School’s Cross Country team celebrated the end of the school year and their sports seasons with a 20.20 mile touch-less relay run. They began on the westside of Carson, ran up through Lakeview to loop around Franktown Road and finished at Bower’s Mansion State Park.
Fishing Report: Spring Fishing has begun, Lakes and Campgrounds beginning to open
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/22/2020 - 11:12amHello fellow anglers, welcome to Memorial weekend. As many of you know, Inyo County is closed to fishing until June 1st. But on May 22 the Mono County Board of Supervisors wrote a letter to the CDFW director Charles H Bonham, requesting the reopening of fishing season earlier then their previous request. As of May 23rd, Mono County is now open for the 2020 fishing season, right along Alpine County that opened on May 15th.
For those that will be getting out, Alpine County is open for fishing throughout the county.
Carson City's Boys and Girls Club will continue with 10-week summer program
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 10:47amThe Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada announced that it will be continuing with its 10-week summer program, providing a space for school-aged children during the summer months.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Capone
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 05/20/2020 - 10:56amHello Carson City! It has been a while since we’ve had a Pet of the Week, which isn’t necessarily bad! Our shelters have been relatively empty thanks to the shutdown.
However, we have a special boy to introduce you to today. Meet Capone!