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Carson City Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights this Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/03/2019 - 1:58pmSince 1988, the Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights has heralded in Carson City’s holiday season. The festival has grown from a simple tree lighting on the capitol grounds to involving the entire downtown core attracting thousands to enjoy this very special event.
Governor and First Lady to officiate over the Carson City Silver & Snowflakes Festival of Lights this Friday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/30/2019 - 4:11pmSince 1988, the Silver & Snowflakes Festival of Lights has heralded in Carson City’s holiday season. The festival has grown from a simple tree lighting on the capitol grounds to involving the entire downtown core attracting thousands to enjoy this very special event.
Small Business Saturday, Feast with a Hero, Santa Photos and more: Events in Carson City for Saturday, Nov. 29
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/29/2019 - 9:52pmHappy Saturday Carson City! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Are you ready to supportive our local community with Small Business Saturday? In addition, there are a metric ton of events going on in our region throughout the weekend, so check below to see what’s going on!
Saturday, November 30
Carson City weekend events include Nutcracker Ballet, Small Business Saturday, Polar Express train rides, Feast with a Hero and more
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 4:33pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the 31st season of the Nutcracker Ballet, a Feast with a Hero fundraiser at Slot World, Small Business Saturday throughout Carson City and Carson Valley, photos with Santa, a Telegraph Square sign dedication, Polar Express train rides at the V&T Railroad and more!
Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss Butti Way affordable housing proposal Dec. 5
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 10:30amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Dec. 5 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
On the docket for discussion is the sale of property to Carson Tahoe Regional Health Care, development of affordable/workforce housing near Butti Way, purchasing a new radio dispatch console system and public safety audio equipment and more.
Happy Thanksgiving 2019: Carson City events for Thursday, Nov. 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/27/2019 - 9:08pmThe last Thursday of November means a big gobble gobble, Happy Thanksgiving to all. Enjoy in the games, festivities, activities at home and outdoors. Events are at a minimum, for obvious reasons, but the two big ones are traditions for us in the capital city. The Carson City Turkey Trot at the Governor's Mansion and the free Carson Nugget Thanksgiving community dinner. Enjoy your day and any slight break in the weather. More winter storms are on the way.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Nov. 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 7:10pmEnjoy any sunshine Monday as our first significant snow storm of the season is ahead this Thanksgiving holiday week. Activities and happenings on the first day of the work week, Nov. 25, 2019 include a free yoga class offered through Partnership Carson City, a discussion on the Julian Castro campaign hosted by the Carson City Democratic Men's Club, art events and more.
Downtown Carson City Then and Now: Telegraph Square sign to be unveiled Saturday, Nov. 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 2:08pmOnce upon a time in 2002 there was a sign on Telegraph Square in Carson City that stood there tall and proud for 15 years. It survived the depression during the recession and was found in the boneyard during the Curry street renovation.
Julian Castro campaign featured at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/21/2019 - 7:36amFeatured speaker at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon will be Benjamin Challinor, Nevada state director of Julián For The Future, Julián Castro's presidential campaign. A veteran of Hillary for America's Reno organizing efforts in 2016, Challinor was most recently Chief of Staff for Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro, and before that served as campaign manager for State Senator Julia Ratti. Assisting him will be Julián For The Future Regional Organizing Director Megan Joy Macias.
Cuban immigrant dream comes true in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/18/2019 - 11:54amCuban immigrant Yamila Perez has hit Carson City by storm. With so much raw energy, she will become a force in representing the Latino community as she grows her new beauty business catering to those who want to look and feel better.
Winners of the Mayor's first annual Arts Awards announced Friday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/15/2019 - 2:07pmCarson City Board of Supervisors votes to approve diesel tax to help 'woeful' roads
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/07/2019 - 11:52amDuring the Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting Thursday, the board passed an ordinance 4-1 after much discussion regarding implementing a 5 cent diesel tax which would go to helping the capital city's roads.
Opinion: In Defense of Lori Bagwell
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 12:56pmOver the Nevada Day Weekend, I was sent a copy of an email from a friend and trusted colleague. The subject matter of this email was a scurrilous attack on Supervisor Lori Bagwell, who may/may not run for Mayor of Carson City, and either way, her final decision to run for Mayor is entirely up to her and inevitably she will present her well qualified credentials to the voters of Carson City.
Buttigieg talks marijuana issues after touring Las Vegas dispensary
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 2:00amDemocratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg on Wednesday toured a Las Vegas marijuana dispensary to tout his pro-cannabis views. The mayor of South Bend, Ind., after his visit to the Top Notch The Health Center dispensary, said the legalized ...
Buttigieg talks marijuana issues after touring Las Vegas dispensary
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 2:00amMayor Pete Buttigieg has made legalization of marijuana on the national level one of his campaign issues. Federal legalization, he said, will help for a number of reasons — including …
Nevada Day 2019 Parade Lineup is here
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 7:22pmHello Carson City! Are we excited for the parade yet? I know I am! We’re only a few days away now, so take a gander below to find the parade line up and parade categories.
Carson City's newest Hotel, 'My Place Hotel,' welcomed with ribbon cutting Thursday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/11/2019 - 11:06amOn Thursday afternoon, My Place Hotels hosted a ribbon cutting and unveiled the newest hotel for Carson City with fanfare, music, and catering.
The festivities began at 4 p.m. on Thursday, and the public was invited to attend in order to take tours and speak with staff members and executives to learn more about the new hotel.
My Place wants to be Your Place in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 8:43amLong overdue, there’s a new place in Carson City that will be able to comfortably house visitors — and that means friends and family who want to stay more than a few days in your place — in a comfortable home-like setting. You know what Ben Franklin said about visitors staying more than three days: “Fish and visitors stink after three days.”
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Oct. 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 8:16pmGoing into the second week of October, there's plenty of events around the capital city for this Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019 including a morning walk, evening hike and a bike ride with Muscle Powered. There's also art showings, the grand opening of Carson City's Postal Annex, family movie night at the Carson City Library featuring "Muppets from Space," as well as Big Band jazz music with a fall theme at Living the Good Life and more. Enjoy the day.
Carson City 2019 Mayor's Arts Awards: Nominations Due Oct. 14
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 9:28amOnly one week left to submit nominations for the 2019 Mayor's Arts Awards. The award recognizes individuals and organizations committed to elevating arts excellence within our state capital. Nominees must be residents of Carson City, work in Carson City, or demonstrate their contribution to the arts in Carson City.
Carson City GOP hosts 'A Conversation with Mayor Bob Crowell'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 2:46pmThe Carson City Republican Committee is pleased to have Mayor Bob Crowell at our Oct. 24 General Meeting to discuss what it has meant for him to be Mayor and how to get involved and participate in City Government.
Buttigieg quickly growing campaign in early voting Nevada
Submitted by admin on Thu, 09/26/2019 - 9:58amDemocrat Pete Buttigieg is using an impressive fundraising haul to quickly grow his presidential campaign in early state Nevada, erasing a slow start that trailed other campaigns. Buttigieg, the mayor of South Bend, Indiana, had been ...
Carson City Library recognizes Banned Books Week with letter-writing campaign
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/23/2019 - 2:31pmHave you read a banned book lately? Chances are, even if it was on your high school literature class reading list, you have read a book that somebody somewhere wanted to ban.
Along with libraries across the country, the Carson City Library is celebrating Banned Books Week (Sept. 22-28) with a special event to thank authors whose work has been prohibited or challenged.
Carson City's Postal Annex hosts Grand Opening Oct. 8
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/18/2019 - 4:30pmLooking for a "One Stop Shop" that will get all your office and shipping needs done in a snap?
Carson City's "Postal Annex" will be hosting a grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration on October 8 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at their new location at 3827 South Carson Street.
Carson City pays respects with words, prayer at 9-11 remembrance Wednesday at Mills Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/12/2019 - 9:08amSeveral hundred made their way Wednesday evening to the 9-11 Memorial at Mills Park for a remembrance of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorists attacks on American soil, paying tribute to those who lost their lives with words, song, prayer and hope.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 5:55amGood morning and good day, Carson City. It is Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019. There's a remembrance this evening at the 911 Memorial at Mills Park beginning at 6 p.m., hosted by Carson City Christian Ministerial Fellowship. Also today is a health screening available through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, art workshops and showings, a farm to fork tour in Douglas County, Wheeled Food Wednesday at the BAC and more.
Always Remember, Never Forget: Carson City 911 remembrance Wednesday at Mills Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 6:38pmThere will be a September 11 memorial event at Mills Park in Carson City this Wednesday. The service will take place at the 911 memorial beginning at 6 p.m. The event is hosted by Carson City Christian Ministerial Fellowship. Guest speakers are Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell, Sheriff Ken Furlong, Carson City Fire Chief Sean Slamon and pastors from local ministry.
Have A Heart fundraiser for Carson City area FISH a huge success
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/08/2019 - 12:25pmThank you to everyone who made the Friends in Service Helping, 8th annual Have A Heart fundraiser a success. Due to the generosity and kind-heartedness of the community, this year was the most successful yet!
Winner of CarsonProud essay contest thankful to be living here
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/06/2019 - 2:54pmCarson City is a very special place and, as the city continues to grow and prosper, many are looking to relocate here for a myriad of reasons.
Through the years, Carson City has changed. There have been good times and there have been times that, as Thomas Paine wrote, “have tried men’s souls.” We’ve lost some historic and iconic structures but have bounced back in the good times. The biggest recent changes occurred in 2016 with the reimagining of the downtown core that continues today.
Carson City Parks Foundation receives Robert Z. Hawkins grant
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/17/2019 - 1:25pmMoney begets money. And, that statement is true when it comes to the Carson City Parks & Recreation Foundation.
Recently, the Foundation was the recipient of a $20,000 matching grant from the Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation to continue to refresh the Bob Boldrick Theater lobby within the community center that started in February allowing then Chamber Chairman of the Board Bob Fredlund to present the Foundation with a check for $20,300.