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Carson City Soroptimist to present Ruby Award to Northern Nevada Dream Center director
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 12:15pmDuring its lunch meeting on April 24, Carson City Soroptimist will present the Ruby Award to Susan Sorenson, the founder and director of the Northern Nevada Dream Center.
Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range open Wednesday and Thursday evenings at no cost
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 9:08amBeginning April 17, the Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range will be open for free public use on Wednesday and Thursday evenings. During this time, the range will be monitored by Carson City Park Rangers, as they are Range Safety Officers, certified by the National Rifle Association.
Bicycle event to benefit Carson City Schools Foundation, commemorate Star Wars Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 8:57amSet for Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at Fritsch Elementary School, the Bicycle Fun and Safety Day will benefit the Carson City Schools Foundation. Hosted by the Carson City School District, the Nevada Department of Transportation, Safe Routes to School, local bike clubs and shops, the inaugural event will serve as a proving ground to acquaint experienced and less experienced bike riders with their eco-friendly transport mechanisms.
What's happening around Carson City on Monday, April 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 12:47amHello Carson City and welcome to the first day of the work week. Today is Monday, April 15, 2019. Sure it's tax day and all and sure the weather outside is expected to be windy with a chance of showers. But these shouldn't shake your enthusiasm for another awesome day in our great capital city. Onward and upward we go.
Carson City weather: Wind and valley showers ahead, Sierra may see more snow
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 12:43pmLow pressure will move inland and bring gusty winds along with some cooling and chances for light valley rain and Sierra snow showers by Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
Rebuilding community highlighted in Carson City Library reading project
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 4:19amWhen selecting a book to highlight this year’s theme for National Library Week, “Libraries = Strong Communities,” it may not seem fitting to pick one about the collapse of modern society. But Amy Lauder, collection development manager for the Carson City Library, argues “Station Eleven” is the optimal choice.
Maintenance and more: Carson City area road report for week of April 15-21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 3:26amHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of April 15-21, 2019. Road closures are expected at the following locations due to road maintenance and utility work:
Senator Square: Carson High School teacher celebrates physical education achievements
Submitted by editor on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 1:21amEditor’s note: The following was written by Carson High School's Strength Conditioning and Personal Fitness teacher Misty J. Guantonio.
In an era where students are more comfortable communicating behind a screen rather than face-to-face, teaching Physical Education can be more than challenging at times. It seems that each year there are fewer students who enjoy physical activity. This year has been no different.
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, April 14
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 12:36amGood morning Carson City. Today is Sunday, April 14 and we are officially one week away from Easter. Today is going to be a bit breezy and cloudy, but the high will be 63 degrees with a low of 43, so at least we aren't freezing. Check below to see what events await you today in our capital city.
State botanist to be Carson City Democratic luncheon speaker
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/13/2019 - 3:33pmJanel Johnson, a botanist with the Nevada Natural Heritage program, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. Having earned a bachelors in botany at Oregon State and a Masters in rangeland ecology from Montana State, Janel began her labor of love 15 years ago at the Natural Heritage program of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
Carson City man arrested on felony drug charge after deputies mistook him for twin brother
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/13/2019 - 11:35amA 29-year-old Carson City man was arrested on a contempt of court warrant and felony possession of a controlled substance with an intent to sale after deputies mistook the man for his twin brother.
Jonathan Scott Crandell was arrested after deputies from the tri-tori-county Gang Unit were patrolling a local casino when they observed a man who looked like a man who had two warrants out for his arrest.
Man convicted of felony child abuse, claims girlfriend’s baby was burned by a malevolent spirit
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/13/2019 - 11:26amMarcellous Davone Galaviz was convicted of child abuse with a deadly weapon causing substantial bodily harm in Carson City on Thursday following a three day trial. The man claimed that he awoke from a nap to a spirit holding him down and burning him, and later he realized the spirit had also burned his girlfriend’s baby who was under his care.
The following account of the crime and trial was sent to Carson Now by Garrit S. Pruyt, Deputy District Attorney of the Carson City District Attorney's Office
Warning: the details of this case as follows are disturbing in nature.
It's beginning to look a lot like Easter: Carson City's events and happenings for Sat. April 13
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/13/2019 - 8:37amGood morning Carson City, and happy Saturday! Today is a day that will definitely feel like Spring, with temperatures almost to 70 degrees. The low tonight will be 36, reminding us that we haven’t shirked off the cold weather entirely just yet.
On the docket today we’ve got the Wine Walk at the Carson Mall, a Downtown Easter Egg Hunt, an Anniversary Party at Browser’s Bookstore, easter bunny photos, and more!
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, April 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 11:43pmHere we are, entering the end of the work week. We welcome Friday, April 12, 2019 with a forecast calling for mostly sunny skies with a daytime high in the low to mid 50s. Not bad. The weekend is shaping up nicely with sunshine and a warming trend. There's plenty on tap today and tonight around town. Enjoy.
Easter egg hunts planned for downtown Carson City, railroad museum and aquatic center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 10:08pmA number of Easter egg hunts are planned around the capital city beginning this weekend with the "Downtown EGGstravaganza" hosted by the Carson City Downtown Business Association.
Friday workshop to focus on South Carson Street roundabout, design plans
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 1:18pmDesign plans for a roundabout at the intersection of Stewart Street and South Carson Street as part of the South Carson Complete Streets Project will be available for review at a public workshop Friday.
Carson City Cultural Commission to hold meeting to discuss grants, budget and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 12:38pmThe Carson City Cultural Commission will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, April 16, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center. On the docket for discussion will be the Department of Arts and Culture budget, a "Celebrate Culture!" grant guideline and more.
Final season of path construction along State Route 28 at Tahoe begins this month
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 12:10pmCARSON CITY — Final construction of State Route 28 shared use path, water quality and traffic safety improvements will begin April 22 with single lane closures and short-term full road closures south of Incline Village at Lake Tahoe. Project completion is anticipated for early July and will be announced prior to opening.
Nevada Public Employee Retirement System Problems (Opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 9:16amThis is the sixth in a series of columns summarizing my Controller’s Annual Report (CAR) for fiscal year 2018 (FY18).
The first two columns showed that since FY06 state spending has grown faster than Nevada’s economy, thus imposing an ever-larger real burden on Nevada families and businesses, whose real per-capita incomes are lower now than in FY06. The next two analyses reviewed spending on health and social services and on K-12 education, the two largest budget items by far and the only major areas on which spending has grown faster than Nevada’s economy.
Three horses test positive for equine herpes virus; Nevada veterinarian recommends against travel, competing
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 9:11amNevada Department of Agriculture has received reports that two horses that were in attendance at the National Reined Cow Horse Association Stallion Stakes event have tested positive for the respiratory, non-neurologic form of Equine Herpes Virus – Type 1. One horse was from California, and the second was from Clark County and is under quarantine order by State Veterinarian JJ Goicoechea.
Events around Carson City on Thursday, April 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 9:28pmHeaded into Thursday, April 11, 2019 we welcome Carson City to another day where weather forecasters say there's a chance of rain and maybe even a few snow showers mixed in. Beyond the weather we're looking at a blockbuster day and night filled will activities throughout town. From library presentations, a TV show casting call at the Carson Nugget, an afternoon hike, to a train history presentation, a book signing at the Brewery Arts Center, a CHS theater performance and the Carson City movie screening premier of "The Mustang" filmed at the historic Nevada State Prison, there's something for everyone. Enjoy!
Carson City's Greenhouse Project springs into action Saturday with early season plant event
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 3:21pmThe Greenhouse Project hosts its annual Early Spring Plant Sale, Saturday, April 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering an array of perennial and annual varieties ready to go into your garden.
Reception Tonight: Carson City art exhibition 'Creative Spark' features 32 area high school artists
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 10:35amThe Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, Creative Spark, at the Community Development Building, also known as the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.
Thirty-two students from Carson, Dayton, Douglas, and Pioneer high schools have work in the exhibit. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Wednesday, April 10, 5 to 6:30 p.m.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, April 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 7:28amGood day, Carson City. Today is Wednesday, April 10, 2019. For those keeping score, we're 11 days away from Easter, 72 days until summer and 258 days from Christmas. Today we're looking at mostly sunny skies and breezy with a daytime high in the mid-50s. Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts because there's a chance of rain mixed with snow showers Thursday.
Writer, researcher Phil Chalmers hosts Carson City seminar addressing teen violence
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 6:02amSeveral agencies tasked with helping the youth in Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Washoe counties gathered on Tuesday, April 9 to address a growing and controversial topic: Why teens kill.
Women's Miracles and Intentions Group
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 6:35pmMIRACLES INTENTIONS GROUP: What Miracles and Intentions would you like to manifest in your life? Come and enjoy an evening of Miracles and Intentions with a small group of spiritual women.
Our goal is to encourage and empower each woman to consciously create her reality in a safe and supportive environment.
Obituary: Jorge Milton Pierrott
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 1:10pmJorge Pierrott, 43, loving husband and devoted father of two, passed away unexpectedly on April 3, 2019, in Carson City, Nevada.
Lyon County commission denies permit for exotic animal preservation center in Mason Valley
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 12:53pmYERINGTON — The Lyon County Planning Commission on Tuesday unanimously rejected a use permit proposal for an exotic animal rescue facility in the Mason Valley area after it had learned of litigation underway from the non-profit organization's current facility in Oregon.
Casting Call Carson City: 'Casino Boss' returns Thursday for round 3, locals sought for multiple roles
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 11:20amCARSON CITY — Casting call for extras and minor roles for the third episode of locally filmed sitcom "Casino Boss" will be held at Alatte inside the Carson Nugget Casino, 507 N. Carson St., Thursday, April 11, at 2 p.m. Area residents and guests age 21 and over are encouraged to apply. No acting experience is necessary.
Carson City’s 2019 Taste of Downtown tickets now available
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 10:57amTickets for Carson City’s 2019 “Taste of Downtown,” a night of music, fun, and food provided by more than 40 local restaurants, are now available.