Legislature
Don't Punish Pain Rally May 22 at Nevada Legislature in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 05/19/2019 - 12:17pmThe fourth “Don’t Punish Pain Nationwide Rally” will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. Please join us at our “Nevada Don’t Punish Pain Rally” for the chronically ill community, at the Nevada State Legislature in Carson City, from noon to 2 p.m.
Puppies and Pollinators: Carson City events and happenings for Sunday, May 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 7:21pmGood morning Carson City, and happy Sunday! I'm sorry to tell you we're going to have another sad-weather day, with scattered showers, a high of 52 and a low of 34. But maybe mother nature is just trying to add a little extra water to the lakes and rivers before shutting down for a hot summer? On the docket today we have a pollinator garden site work day, the final performance of Western Nevada Musical Theatre's "Crazy for You" and a National Adoption Weekend event at Petsmart with Res-Que, so stop by and give those pups a snuggle!
Events around Carson City area for Saturday, May 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 5:02pmHeading into Saturday, May 18, 2019 we say welcome to the weekend Carson City. Activities abound throughout the region. Bring an umbrella as the forecast calls for some showers. But above all, enjoy the events and activities lined up in Carson City, Carson Valley, Mound House, Silver City, Virginia City and Dayton areas.
Nevada bills face deadline as Legislature enters final days
Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 1:05pmNevada lawmakers face a Friday deadline for deciding whether an array of bills will die or continue in the legislative process. Some bills have cleared the legislative ...
Music, Bikes, Open Mic, and more: what's happening Friday, May 17 in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 7:03amHappy Friday Carson City! It's going to be another grey, cold day which looks like it's going to continue for at least a week. However, that's not going to stop Carson City from having fun! On the docket today we have a bike and music festival, open mic night, fundraisers, Celtic music, and more!
Reno artist’s work drops the curtain on 2019 Legislative Gallery
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 6:00amCARSON CITY, Nev. — Artist Patricia Wallis has a background in plein air and aerial painting, having spent much of her 30-year career in Marin County, Calif.
Moving to Reno, she found a completely new palette of color in the landscape. Another change she made in in the past decade was a decision to work exclusively on copper, which gives the image a unique luminescence not found when working on canvas or board. Oil painting on copper goes back to the 15thcentury although it is rarely used by contemporary artists.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, May 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/16/2019 - 5:05amGood day Carson City and welcome to Thursday, May 16, 2019. We're looking at showers to continue through the day, which will be a nice change from all that spring pollen flying around. Today we've got the Senior Celebration at Casino Fandango, an afternoon hike, a Carson City CASA open house, art presentations, live music and more. Have a great day.
Nevada Gov. Sisolak signs surprise emergency room billing compromise, pre-existing condition protections into law
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/15/2019 - 6:01pmTwo sweeping health-care bills that would prevent patients from getting hit with surprise emergency room bills and protect Nevadans with pre-existing conditions were signed into law by Gov. Steve Sisolak on Wednesday.
Democrats want to tackle education funding with marijuana tax receipts, possible county sales taxes
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/15/2019 - 2:00amTwo potential school funding sources were introduced Tuesday in the Nevada Legislature. One — Senate Bill 545 — would take the 10% excise tax collected on legal marijuana sales and put it in the state’s public education account. The other, an amendment to Assembly Bill 309, would allow counties ...
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, May 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 8:53pmAs we head into the middle of the month many of us haven't turned on the air conditioner because the weather outside has been comfortably, pleasantly air conditioned these past few weeks. And now with valley rain, wind and Sierra snow on the way, we tip our hat to one Carson Now reader, LaNair, who pledged he wouldn't turn on their heater these next few days because, well, it is May after all. Enjoy as we roll with the changes ahead. Here's what's happening around Carson City this Wednesday, May 15, 2019.
Casino workers' union rallies for collective bargaining bill
Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 4:07pmNevada's powerful casino workers' union is rallying in support of a bill slowly moving through the Legislature that would give state workers the right to collectively bargain. Dozens of members of ...
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, May 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/13/2019 - 6:34pmOne of the great things about our high desert climate is is how quickly conditions can change. Heading into Tuesday we're looking at breezy conditions and sunny skies, with a shift in the weather Wednesday. But for now, let's enjoy Tuesday, May 14, with indoor and outdoor activities including three separate Muscle Powered hosted events, an archery shoot, Big Band Jazz at Living the Good Life and more. Read on.
Nevada State Legislature: A look ahead at week 15
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/13/2019 - 8:45amFriday May 17 marks an important deadline, committee passage second house. As of Monday May 13, there are 21 days remaining in the 80th session of the Nevada State Legislature. Money committees will continue to reconcile budgets. A busy week ahead.
Events around Carson City for Monday, May 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/12/2019 - 7:42pmAnother picture-perfect Carson City day awaits as we head into Monday, May 13, 2019. We're looking at mostly sunny skies with daytime highs in the low 80s. And then by midweek, another round of showers looks likely, which will help cool us off. Activities for Monday include art demonstrations and showings, presentations and more. Enjoy.
Happy Mother's Day Carson City! Here are the events happening today
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/11/2019 - 11:54pmHappy Mother's Day Carson City! It's going to be a hot one today with a high of 82 and a low of 47. Don't forget to stop by Mills Park for the carnival, which will be packing up and heading out of town tonight. On the docket today we have a Mother's Day brunch, a Bea Arthur tribute bingo and brunch, and more!
Plant sales, charity, trains, and more! Events and happenings for Sat. May 11
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/11/2019 - 8:03amGood morning Carson City! It's going to be another beautiful day in the capital city, with highs of 78 and lows of 44. On the docket today we've got a canned food drive to help the Ron Wood Center, a volunteer day to restore the Mills Park train, a Mother's Day Plant Sale, and more! Check out the full calendar before.
Here's what we've got going on for Saturday:
Cyborg and Transhumanist Forum at the Nevada State Legislature
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/10/2019 - 8:03amThe Cyborg and Transhumanist Forum - the first event of its kind - will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 15, 2019.
Address:
Nevada State Legislature Building
401 S Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701
Second Floor Atrium (See the Second Floor Map)
Events around Carson City for Friday, May 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/09/2019 - 10:03pmThe weekend is at our doorstep as we head into Friday, May 10, 2019. Even though forecasters say we may have showers this weekend, the cool spring rain won't dampen the fun. We have a bevy of activities lined up Friday including the opening of the Transcontinental Railroad exhibit at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, day 1 of the two-day Mother's Day Plant Sale hosted by The Greenhouse Project, RSVP's Spring Celebration and Carnival at Mills Park, a day hike, art showings, live music and more.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, May 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/08/2019 - 7:56pmHeading into Thursday, May 9, 2019 we're looking at a few showers and partly sunny skies around Carson City. The event lineup features the RSVP Spring Celebration and Carnival kickoff and family night at Mills Park, a Healthy Communities event in Silver Springs, CASA volunteer information hour workshop, an afternoon hike along the Ash Canyon trail, art demonstrations, live music and more. Enjoy.
Events around Carson City on Wednesday, May 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/08/2019 - 8:24amGood day Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, May 8, 2019. We're looking at another day of sunshine and afternoon highs in the low 70s. We have activities throughout the region today, including a history presentation in Dayton, a Holocaust memorial service at the Governor's Mansion, art classes, live jazz and more. We want to send a big birthday "shoutout" to our outdoor editor emeritus Don Quilici, who turns 85 today. Don and his wife, Elaine, remain active, maintain healthy walks and hikes around the region and have plans for yet another Alaska outback trip this summer. Happy Birthday Q!
Resource document for sex assault victims passes Legislature
Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/07/2019 - 1:53pmLegislation that requires hospitals to provide victims of sexual assault with a document outlining resources for them is headed to the governor's desk. The Assembly bill cleared the Nevada Legislature on Tuesday with a ...
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, May 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 7:53pmHeading into Tuesday, May 7, 2019 we are looking at another picture perfect day for a morning or evening stroll with Carson City's own Muscle Powered and a bevy of events, including a chamber digital marketing workshop, Polka Dot Powerhouse Carson City Chapter meeting and open house, family movie and craft night at the Carson City Library, a filmmaking discussion followed by a showing of the classic "12 Angry Men" at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall and more. Enjoy.
Healthy Communities Coalition speakers include Stand Tall and VARN
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 6:47pmHealthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties Thursday, May 9 meeting begins at 9 a.m. at the Silver Springs Community Center at 2945 Ft Churchill St. Guest speakers this month are from VARN and from Stand Tall.
Nevada high schoolers 'Gear Up' to meet with Legislature on Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 10:57amCARSON CITY — A contingent of high school students from across the Silver State will be at the Nevada Legislature on Tuesday to celebrate GEAR UP — the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Program Grant —that is a federally funded, seven-year grant that serves underrepresented students.
Events around Carson City for Monday, May 6
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/05/2019 - 7:23pmAs we head into the first day of the work week, Monday, May 6, 2019, we're looking at sunshine and a chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms with a daytime high in the low 70s, according to weather service forecasters. Activities include talks, art showings and demonstrations, presentations and more. Enjoy.
Events and Happenings in Carson City on Sunday, May 5
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 05/05/2019 - 7:14amHappy Sunday Carson City! It'll be another warm day today with a high of 76 degrees and a gentle breeze. On the books today we have a Tour of Carson City hosted by Muscle Powered as a part of National Bike Month, a dog agility trial, art showings, a family book reading at the Carson City Library and more.
Las Vegas assemblyman striving to overhaul criminal justice system
Submitted by admin on Sun, 05/05/2019 - 2:00amAssemblyman Steve Yeager, D-Las Vegas, is trying to overhaul the Nevada criminal justice system in one of the biggest efforts of the 2019 state Legislature. With Assembly Bill 236, Yeager wants to change a long-standing statewide culture some feel is ...
Clark County Assemblyman Tyrone Thompson dies at 52 at Carson Tahoe Medical Center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/04/2019 - 2:54pmFlags around the capital city flew at half mast today following the death of Assemblyman Tyrone Thompson, Democratic Majority Whip, of Las Vegas.
Thompson was in care at Carson-Tahoe Medical Center when he passed away early Saturday morning.
He was 52 years old. At this time, no official cause of death has been reported.
Bookmobiles bring libraries to remote areas in Nevada
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/04/2019 - 2:42pmThere was a certain energy in the air, an excitement swirling among the 15 students spanning the grades from kindergarten through eighth in the isolated, one-room schoolhouse in Ruby Valley.
It wasn’t just that the sun was finally shining — glistening off the wind-polished snow that stretched for miles — on this day in late March after a long, seemingly relentless winter.
There was something else. The Bookmobile was finally coming.
May the fourth be with you, and with bicycle safety. Events and happenings for Sat. May 4
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/04/2019 - 7:57amGood morning Carson City, and happy weekend! We've got a warm day ahead with highs of 76 degrees! Today on the docket is the early farmer's market, a Mother's Day craft fair, the grand reopening of the second wind thrift store, and more!
Here's what's happening Saturday: