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Nevada Census 2020 offers information, advises the potential for scams targeting upcoming count

To maintain clarity and ensure the public is aware of any fraudulent activity Nevada Census 2020 advises the best way to protect against scams is to know what to look for when approached or when receiving correspondence to the related to the upcoming Census count.

Senator Square: Carson High School senior to raise support for Nevada Humane Society

Hello to everyone in Carson City. My name is Destiny Hernandez, and I am a senior at Carson High School. Just like all of the other seniors here at the school, I am working on my Senior Project, a graduation requirement, in order to benefit not only myself but also those animals in the community who need a home.

Carson City events and happenings for Saturday, February 29

Happy Saturday Carson City, and happy leap year! We’ve got a lot of great events through the weekend, including the three-day film festival happening this weekend at the Community Center! Check below to find the full list of events through Sunday, and be sure to grab a jacket because it’s getting chilly!

Carson City man arrested on warrants for alleged assault with machete, firearms

A 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the 4000 block of Furnace Creek Road on five felony warrants including three counts of assault with a deadly weapon, and two counts of domestic battery with a deadly weapon.

According to the arrest report, Michael Craig Henson Jr. was arrested on the original crime, which involved the use o a firearm and machete.

South Carson Street groundbreaking ceremony, International Film Festival, live music and more this weekend in Carson City region

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the South Carson Complete Streets Project groundbreaking ceremony, the International Film Festival held Friday and Saturday at the Carson City Community Center and Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie weekend with door-to-door cookie sales. Combined with plenty of live music, the Carson City region is in store for a busy three days. Read on for more information.

What's next for local GOP? Carson City Republican Party chairman provides the details

Event Date: 
February 27, 2020 (All day)

Nevada’s caucuses are over. So now what? I saw this headline and figured it’s time to let all the Republicans in our city know what is next.

Three contenders for Carson City mayor have announced candidacy

Carson City Supervisor Lori Bagwell, local Hookah Lounge business owner Nathaniel Killgore and resident Aaron Sims have all thrown their hats in the ring for the position of Carson City Mayor. Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell is not seeking reelection after 11 years.

Sanders coasts to victory in Nevada’s Democratic presidential caucus, Biden wins second

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders notched a decisive victory in Nevada’s presidential caucus on Saturday, cementing his frontrunner status and paving a clear road heading into South Carolina’s primary next week and Super Tuesday soon after.

Events around Carson City for Sunday, Feb. 23

Good morning Carson City and welcome to the last stretch of the weekend. Enjoy sunny skies with a high near 60. It will be a nice day for a bike ride or walking tours of two historic Carson City landmarks or perhaps take in a concert at the community center or laughs at the final performance of Carson City’s theater company PPI and their female version of "The Odd Couple at the Brewery Art Center's Black Box Theater. Enjoy your day.

Senator Square: CHS senior works with Nevada Women’s Suffrage Celebration

Editor’s Note: Walt is Management Analyst for the Nevada Commission for Women.
Nevada Commission for Women and the Nevada Women’s Suffrage Celebration Committee formed to help facilitate collaboration among organizations in Nevada to celebrate and commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment. As part of her Carson High School Senior Project graduation requirement, student, and committee member, Chloe Walt is working to educate Nevadans on the suffrage movement and the historic importance of the ratification of the 19th Amendment.

GOP officials in Nevada bind national convention delegates to Trump

PAHRUMP — On the same day that Democrats across the state were helping to choose their party’s presidential nominee, Elizabeth Herring sat in the back of the ballroom of the Pahrump Nugget and smiled as Nevada Republicans in the room cheered for four more years of President Donald Trump.

Events and Happenings for Carson City and beyond on Saturday, Feb. 22

Happy Saturday Carson City! It’s caucus day, are you ready to vote if you are so inclined? Here are some events to do after/instead throughout the Carson City region!

Saturday's Caucus information for Carson City, Douglas, Lyon County, Storey County, and more

Event Date: 
February 22, 2020 (All day)

Saturday, Feb. 22 is caucus day in Carson City and the State of Nevada! If you’re a democrat or would like to register as one, and you’re interested in voting for your preferred candidate, then this information is for you.

'The Odd Couple' from a woman's POV, Greenhouse Project fundraiser, music and more this weekend around Carson City region

Heading into the weekend, there’s an abundance of activities around the capital city region over the next three days. The Brewery Arts Center hosts a female version of "The Odd Couple." Carson City's Greenhouse Project is hosting a lunch and dinner fundraiser toward a healthier State Capitol. Dale Poune will perform at Bella Vita Bistro, plus comedy at the Carson Nugget, the Nevada Caucus on Saturday, an open house at the historic Foreman-Roberts House, a Latin-themed concert at the community center and more. Read on for details.

Gloves come off, Bloomberg joins in final Democratic presidential debate before Nevada caucus

Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar, at one point during Wednesday’s raucous presidential debate on the Las Vegas Strip, suggested her opponents take their sparring down to the MGM Grand for fight night.

It was an apt comparison. The eight previous Democratic debates were marked by relatively civil policy disagreements interrupted by occasional dustups and memorable one-liners. On Wednesday night, the gloves came off.

Carson City deputies make DUI, felony warrant arrests

A 30-year-old man was arrested early Thursday morning for misdemeanor suspicion of DUI, failure to obey a police officer and basic speeding, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.

More than 77,000 Democrats cast early votes in Nevada

More than 33,000 Nevada Democrats participated in the final day of early voting on Tuesday, pushing the total to more than 77,000, the party announced Wednesday via Twitter.
Go here for the full story.

Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Feb. 19

Looking ahead into the midweek we can expect cooler temperatures to go along with sunny skies and daytime highs near 50. Wednesday events include a yoga class, the first of what will become monthly "Welcome Wednesday" luncheons at the Carson City Senior Center, a new shift of hours and days at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Salsa dancing at Yaple's Ballroom, country and pop dancing at Carson Lanes, a safety workshop for women and more.

Happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Feb. 18

For those returning from the three-day holiday weekend, Tuesday is shaping up to be a great day around the capital city. Muscle Powered will host morning and evening walks; it is the final day of early voting for the Nevada caucus, plus there's the Nevada Artists Association Judged Winter Show at its gallery in the Brewery Arts Center, classes at Yaple's Ballroom, meetings and more.

Spring Back into Silver State history: Travel Nevada embraces historical, legendary experiences

CARSON CITY — A new museum as well as recreation, entertainment and dining opportunities will bloom this spring in Nevada. From the opening of the Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum in Carson City to the debut of new restaurants in Las Vegas, Nevada delivers uncommon experiences this season.

Events around Carson City for Monday, Presidents' Day

Heading into Monday, Presidents' Day, we're looking at sunny skies and a high near 55. Being a federal holiday, local, state and federal offices are closed, as are schools and banks. Activities include a meeting of Carson City AGLOW International at the Children's Museum, a campaign rally featuring presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg, a meeting of the Carson City Democrats focusing on Saturday's Nevada caucus, fitness events, West Coast swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes and more.

Carson City Sheriff: Man suspected in home intrusion dies from stabbing, investigation continues

A man who was stabbed after allegedly and possibly at random entered a Woodside Drive home late Saturday night has died, according to Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.

Carson City man arrested for falsely reporting daughter kidnapped, causing felony traffic stop of strangers

A 39-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of Highway 50 and Brown Street after filing a false police report, accusing another person of kidnapping.

According to the report, deputies were dispatched to the scene of a vehicle that had been reported in connection with a possible kidnapping in the area of Highway 50 and Brown.

Caucus updates the topic at Carson City Democratic luncheon

Event Date: 
February 17, 2020 - 11:30am

In reaction to problems encountered in Iowa, the Nevada State Democratic Party has made significant changes to how their presidential precinct caucuses will be conducted on Saturday, February 22nd, as well as at the early voting sites through Tuesday the 18th. Those revised procedures will be the topic at the next Democratic luncheon.

Carson City deputies arrest man for possession of stolen moving truck, secret methamphetamine pipe

A 32-year-old Minden man was arrested in the area of Sonoma and Frontage Road for possession of a stolen vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia.

According to the report, deputies ran a records check on an Arizona license plates and deputies advised the vehicle was stolen out of Reno.

Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders returns to Carson City this Sunday

Event Date: 
February 16, 2020 - 11:00am

Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders will be returning to Carson City this Sunday to rally the community.

Archaeology team digs Donner Pass, now looking for local historians, Donner enthusiasts

Stuart Rathbone first learned about Donner Pass after he moved to Northern Nevada from the UK five years ago. As he got to know the story, he became increasingly fascinated with the scale of the journey over the Sierra, and the scale of the engineering involved in opening that route to traffic.

The Carson Comedy Club presents funnyman Myles Weber this Valentine's Day

Event Date: 
February 14, 2020 - 8:00pm

Still looking for a fun Valentine's Day date night? This Friday night comedian Myles Weber will be in Carson City to headline the Carson Comedy Club inside the Carson Nugget.

Former Reno mayor, lieutenant governor Bob Cashell dies at 81

Bob Cashell, the former longtime mayor of Reno and Nevada lieutenant governor known for his big personality, died on Tuesday. He was 81.

Jim Bauserman, a family friend, confirmed the news to The Nevada Independent. Community leaders, including current Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve, offered tributes on Tuesday.

Early Carson City voting in Nevada Democratic caucus process begins Saturday

Event Date: 
February 15, 2020 - 9:00am

Starting this weekend, Nevada's Democrats will have an opportunity to cast early votes for up to five candidates, in preference order, who are still in the running for delegates to the county, state and national conventions that will select the Democratic nominee for November's presidential election.

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