Nevada
Carson City GOP Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser set for Feb. 16
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/28/2019 - 8:34pmDid you know that the Carson City Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser is coming up on Feb. 16 at the Grand Ballroom of Casino Fandango?
We have a 4-course dinner beginning with appetizers at 5 p.m. and a show bringing Nevada history alive with character actress Kim Harris portraying infamous Virginia City prostitute Julia Bulette.
We also have over 25 auction items featuring golf, fishing, coins, home decor, US capital flag, choice of downtown restaurants, and two gourmet cooked meals exclusively for you and your friends.
Carson City Library hosts strategic planning community workshops, online survey
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/28/2019 - 3:57pmCommunity members are invited to free workshops for guiding the Carson City Library’s five-year strategic plan, with the first workshop Feb. 16, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., including morning refreshments and lunch.
Who was Bob Boldrick and why is the Carson City Community Center theater named for him?
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/28/2019 - 12:20pm“Who is John Galt” is the opening line of the Ayn Rand’s most popular novel “Atlas Shrugged.” In Carson City, the question being asked by the general public now that the spotlight is on the revitalization of the Bob Boldrick theater is “Who is Bob Boldrick?”
Nevada governor signs advisory panel order for creation of a Cannabis Compliance Board
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/28/2019 - 11:54amCARSON CITY — Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak signed Executive Order 2019-03 on Jan. 25, establishing an advisory panel tasked with defining the scope of a future Cannabis Compliance Board.
Three more Carson City teachers earn National Board Certification
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/28/2019 - 9:08amThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce three more teachers earned certification from the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards. The NBPTS is widely considered to be the highest professional recognition for educators and includes a 5 percent pay increase in acknowledgement of accomplished teaching.
Happenings around Carson City for Monday, Jan. 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/28/2019 - 1:49amHello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Jan. 28, 2019. Even though we're in the center of winter doesn't mean we can't enjoy the spring-like weather while lasts. Today will bring partly sunny skies with a high around 53. There's a slight chance of rain Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the 50s. Another winter storm is lurking out toward the end of the week so stay tuned.
Prescribed fire operations to continue around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/27/2019 - 3:16pmWeather permitting, California State Parks and Tahoe Douglas fire protection district may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in multiple locations around Lake Tahoe.
Barbecue fundraisers help Carson City's Warm Springs inmates take WNC classes
Submitted by editor on Sun, 01/27/2019 - 12:18pmBarbecues at Northern Nevada Correctional Center are doing much more than feeding inmates in Carson City.
Piggy-backing off a successful Veterans Integration Program at Warm Springs Correctional Center, Western Nevada College’s Veterans Resource Center is now helping NNCC educate its prisoners through the college.
JoAnne Skelly: Hemp is a viable crop for Nevada
Submitted by editor on Sun, 01/27/2019 - 9:11amRecently a reader asked me about growing hemp. According to Penn State Extension, hemp was often found in early settlements and used as a fiber source. It was widely grown in Pennsylvania and other states in the 1700s and 1800s. Not only grown for fiber, its oil was used “in paints, ink, varnishes, and lamp oil.” Conestoga wagon covers and clothing were made from hemp.
Senator Square: Winterfest 2019 begins at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/27/2019 - 3:25amNo high school on the planet has as many events regularly happening as that of Carson High School, and one of the biggest of the year, Winterfest, begins Feb. 1. This year, Leadership class has determined the theme will be Winterflix, a play on the popular Netflix streaming service that allows customers to watch a wide variety of award-winning TV shows, movies, documentaries, and more on thousands of internet-connected devices.
Mile High Jazz Band Presents 'Jazz Sampler for Sweethearts' Feb. 12 in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/27/2019 - 2:35amTreat your Valentine to A Jazz Sampler for Sweethearts, an evening of sweet and hot big-band music by the Mile High Jazz Band with singer Jakki Ford at Living the Good Life Bistro, 1480 N. Carson Street, in Carson City on Tuesday, Feb. 12, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is free, donations welcome.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Jan. 27
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/26/2019 - 10:03pmCould we be in the dog days of January? Sunday is shaping up to be absolutely gorgeous and unseasonably warm for this time of year with a forecast high of 61 degrees and mostly sunny skies.
Even though we are still in the middle of Winter, that doesn't mean we shouldn't enjoy beautiful, Spring-like weather while lasts.
Wheels of The Bus Boy Mobile Cuisine now rolling in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/26/2019 - 10:12amBilly Lavelle's newest set of wheels is unlike anything else on the Northern Nevada food truck scene.
It stands out like, well, a double-decker bus.
Wild Horse Theater announces auditions for Newsies
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/26/2019 - 8:16amNow is the time to seize the day!
Stop the presses! Wild Horse Children’s Theater looking for actors, singers and dancers, ages 8-21, for the Northern Nevada premiere of the Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit, "Newsies."
Auditions will be held on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall. Auditions are by appointment only! You must call for an audition slot.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 26
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 9:46pmThis weekend is shaping up to resemble a false Spring, with unseasonably warm temperatures forecast by Sunday. Saturday should see sunny skies and a high temperature near 50 degrees.
Just right for a little horsing around.
Author of 'Lost Carson City' featured at Nevada State Archives brown bag luncheon Feb. 12
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 4:23pmPeter Mires, author of the book, "Lost Carson City," will be the featured speaker at the monthly brown bag luncheon held Tuesday, Feb. 12 from 12-1 p.m. inside the Nevada State Archives board room in Carson City.
Light refreshments will be served.
Congratulations to Mark Twain choir, teacher for performances at State of the State Address
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 3:57pmWell done and congratulations to music teacher and performing artist Christina Bourne and all of the choir students from Mark Twain Elementary School in Carson City.
Ms. Bourne sang the National Anthem and the student choir sang two songs for Governor Sisolak’s State of the State Address last week at the Nevada State Legislature.
Allison MacKenzie Law Firm announces new shareholder Justin Townsend
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 8:57amJustin Townsend to join ranks of distinguished attorneys
Allison MacKenzie Law Firm is pleased to announce the appointment of Justin Townsend as its newest shareholder effective January 1, 2019.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, Jan. 25
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 10:10pmWow, Carson City! Is it Friday already?! Indeed, we have reached the end of another work week.
Go for a swim during lunch or after work at the newly reopened Carson Aquatic Center before catching some live entertainment this evening at Living the Good Life Nightclub-Bistro-Lounge, Bella Vita Bistro and A to Zen, featuring its weekly Open Mic Night.
Drunken man arrested for kicking deputy after turning himself in for non-existent warrants
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 5:06pmA 31-year-old Dayton man was arrested for resisting arrest after coming to turn himself in to the Carson City Sheriff’s Office on an active warrant that he did not have.
Meals on Wheels Carson City grateful for holiday gifts
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 11:25amLocal community members and organizations donated generously to Carson City Senior Center’s Meals on Wheels recipients this holiday season with gifts of personal necessities and nice-to-have items for the area’s senior population.
Applications being accepted for the 2019 Silver Oak Senior Men's Golf Club.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 11:06amTime for golf!! The Silver Oak Senior Men’s Golf Club (SOSMGC) has officially teed it up for the 2019 golf season.
SOSMGC is open to golfers 55 years of age and older, and all handicap levels. Dues are $75 and includes your membership and handicap posting in the Northern Nevada Golf Association GHIN service.
As a member, you are entitled to reduced green fees anytime you play Silver Oak in 2019. The season tees off on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 8:30 a.m. There will be coffee and donuts served opening day at 8 a.m. along with a short informational meeting.
Mac the Naw: Stay safe on the water with boat safety tips
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 10:59amHello fellow anglers. We are all sad to hear of the tragedy at Topaz lake a couple weeks ago.
February Ideas on Tap to discuss Brain Drain in downtown Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 9:02amWhat can we do to attract and retain the best and brightest to remain in Carson City?
That is the subject of the Wednesday, Feb. 6 discussion titled "Brain Drain" at the next "Ideas on Tap," a monthly series of interactive conversations held at the Union Eatery and Taphouse, 302 N. Carson Street in downtown Carson City.
One hundred points for Musselman’s 100 Nevada wins
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 12:46amFor the seventh-ranked Nevada Wolf Pack men’s basketball team, it’s only fitting it scored 100 points to celebrate coach Eric Musselman’s 100th career victory in his four-year tenure. Jordan Brown’s free-throw with 35 seconds remaining did just that to top-off a 100-60 rout over Colorado State on Pink Night at Lawlor Events Center.
Happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 12:22amSo here we are Carson City, staring at a weekend ahead as we enter Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. Expect sunny skies today with a daytime high around 47. With all the fresh snow from the weekend, there's plenty of it piled at Lake Tahoe ski areas. Enjoy the bluebird day ahead.
Suspect in Gardnerville, Reno murders allegedly sold property of victims at pawn shops
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 7:55pmThe 19-year-old man arrested in connection with the murder of two Gardnerville woman and an elderly Reno couple earlier this month had allegedly pawned several items stolen from the victims at Carson City pawn shops, according to a criminal complaint filed in Carson City Justice Court.
Tuesday Evening Hike - Mayor's Park hosted by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 3:47pmJoin our free leader-led hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors! Meet at the corner of Koontz Lane and Center Drive. We will walk on sidewalks in the neighborhood near the park.
For the winter, these hikes are moving onto paved paths in town and will be 3-5 miles long and with duration of about 1-1/2 hours. BRING A FLASHLIGHT as it will be dark on these walks. Water and closed-toe shoes required.
Check www.musclepowered.org/calendar or Facebook for last minute changes or cancellations. Contact Sharon Coates at scoates7515@gmail.com or 775-720-4060 if you have questions.
Tuesday Evening Hike - Linear Ditch Trail-West hosted by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 3:44pmJoin our free leader-led hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors! Meet in the parking lot at Governor's Field on Evalyn Street off of Roop Street.
For the winter, these hikes are moving onto paved paths in town and will be 3-5 miles long and with duration of about 1-1/2 hours. BRING A FLASHLIGHT as it will be dark on these walks. Water and closed-toe shoes required.
Check www.musclepowered.org/calendar or Facebook for last minute changes or cancellations. Contact Sharon Coates at scoates7515@gmail.com or 775-720-4060 if you have questions.
Tuesday Night Hike - Carson City Freeway Multi-Use Path hosted by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 3:42pmJoin our free leader-led hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors! Meet in the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center's (MAC) parking lot at 1860 Russell Way. BRING A FLASHLIGHT as it will be dark on these walks. Water and closed-toe shoes required.
For the winter, these hikes are moving onto paved paths in town and will be 3-5 miles long and with duration of about 1-1/2 hours.
Check www.musclepowered.org/calendar or Facebook for last minute changes or cancellations. Contact Sharon Coates at scoates7515@gmail.com or 775-720-4060 if you have questions.