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2019 Carson High Safe and Sober 5K Run-Walk Feb. 9
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/05/2019 - 3:34pmPlease join us on Feb. 9 at 10 a.m. for the ninth annual Carson High Safe Grad Safe & Sober 5K Run/Walk.
This event is organized by volunteers of the Carson High Safe Grad Booster and will be held, once again, at the Carson High School Track-Field.
What's happening around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/01/2019 - 11:40pmIf you're reading this, you've officially survived the holiday season. Good day Carson City, it is Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019. We're in for a warming trend for the next couple days, with highs in the low 40s today, and low 50s by Thursday into Friday. And then another weather system may blow in time for the weekend. Stay tuned.
Snowshoe Cocktail Races return to Camp Richardson Jan. 19
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/28/2018 - 1:01pmThe triple crown of Lake Tahoe winter events, Camp Richardson’s Snowshoe cocktail races return for another round of hilarity and sport Jan. 19, 2019.
Early registration Wednesday for Carson City Off-Road Epic Rides bike race
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/26/2018 - 10:25amComing into its fourth year in 2019 with an expanded off-road series of community-oriented, family-friendly mountain bike events, Epic Rides will hold its community discount night in Carson City on Wednesday, Jan. 2.
U.S. Census: Nevada becomes fastest growing state in the nation
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/23/2018 - 8:24amNevada is home to more than 3 million people, ranking it as the fastest growing state in the nation, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's national and state population estimates released last week.
Tickets going fast for Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's holiday party at Carson City's Casino Fandango
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/22/2018 - 5:50pmTickets are moving fast for Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s “Wild and Swingin’ Holiday Party!” at Casino Fandango in Carson City on Tuesday, Dec. 4.
Presented by the Brewery Arts Center, the highly anticipated event will be the first concert at the casino’s new Grand Ballroom, which held its official ribbon-cutting in early November. The show begins at 7 p.m.
Pioneer High School Scholar and Elite Spartan Athlete
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/16/2018 - 4:01pmRobert Collier wrote, "Success is the sum of small efforts — repeated day in and day out."
For James Nair, consistency, effort, and determination have lead him to a number of successes. James, a senior at Pioneer High School through the Carson Online program, competed in the Spartan Race’s Sacramento Super and Sprint Weekend on Nov. 3-4 held at the Van Vleck Ranch.
New Culture and Tourism Authority marketing director finds Carson City a natural sell
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/15/2018 - 3:15pmShortly after moving to the area, Lydia Bruegge signed up for her first official race — a 5k with the Ascent Runs Be Bold, Run in the Cold series.
Carson City Turkey Trot early registration deadline is Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/14/2018 - 11:52amWith Thanksgiving a week away, the early registration deadline for the annual Carson City Turkey Trot arrives this Thursday, Nov. 15.
The Carson City Turkey Trot is an event the entire family will enjoy. Hosted by St. Teresa Catholic School, the fitness event offers an 8K (5-mile) run, 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk, and the Gobble Wobble Kids Fun Run.
Hunewill defeats McNeil in Lyon County race for sheriff
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/07/2018 - 1:03pmIn the Lyon County race for sheriff, Frank Hunewill has won over incumbent Al McNeil. Hunewill garnered 10,119 votes to incumbent McNeil who had 9,263 votes.
Hunewill has worked for the Lyon County Sheriff's Office for the last 25 years and is currently the jail commander. 19,382 votes were cast.
Giomi, Luis and Furlong are Carson City's 2018 Election Day winners
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/07/2018 - 11:56amThe winners of the 2018 contested Carson City elections are Stacey Giomi for Carson City Board of Supervisors Ward 1, Kristin Luis for Carson City Justice of the Peace Department 2, and Kenny Furlong for Carson City Sheriff.
Carson City 2018 General Election Results
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/06/2018 - 8:00pmUPDATE 9:40PM: 100 percent of ballots for Carson City have been counted, including absentee and early voting. Here are the final results for the contested races:
Carson City Board of Supervisors Ward 1
Stacey Giomi: 14,373 (66.54 percent)
John Wood: 7,228 (33.46 percent)
Carson City Justice of the Peace Department 2, Nonpartisan, 6-year term
Kristin Luis: 11,079 (50.92 percent)
Ryan Russell: 10,680 (49.08 percent)
Carson City Sheriff
Kenny Furlong: 17,536 (78.86 percent)
Lorne R. Houle: 4,700 (21.14 percent)
Go here for results of how Carson City voted in state contested races. Those include races for State Senate District 16, with Democrat Tina Davis Hersey and Republican incumbent Ben Kieckhefer; State Assembly District 40 with incumbent Republican Al Cramer and Democrat Autumn Zemke.
Statewide election results from the Nevada Secretary of State’s Office can be found at www.silverstateelection.com and include races for U.S. Senate, House District Representative District 2, Governor and other state offices.
Sierra Lutheran Cross Country places 2nd in state, produces two state champions
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/06/2018 - 1:00pmCARSON CITY — Saturday, Nov. 3 was the State Cross Country Meet in Boulder City, Nevada at Veteran's Memorial Park. Sierra Lutheran had a successful day. The 1A/2A girls race was the first race of the day.
Sign-ups underway for the Carson City Turkey Trot
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 11/05/2018 - 12:26pmJoin us on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22 for the annual Carson City Turkey Trot and give yourself an excuse for an extra piece of pie!
State Cross Country 2018
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/01/2018 - 9:10pmA solid team effort helped the Carson Senators win their Northern 4A Region boys team championship last week in Reno. An even better effort will be needed Saturday in order to win at the NIAA state meet in Boulder City.
Senator Square: Carson High School teacher and military vet pays his debt in song
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/28/2018 - 7:01amThough no one knows for sure who said “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life”, CHS teacher and Air Force veteran Tod Jennings, in his respectfully fun and playful manner, challenged CHS teacher and Navy veteran Daniel Ingram to a bet.
2018 Nevada Day celebration events lineup
Submitted by editor on Thu, 10/25/2018 - 11:08amNevada's celebration of statehood provides for a bevy of activities that showcase the Silver State's best. From contests to exhibits, food and beverages of all kinds, Native dancing, hot air balloons, concerts, a carnival celebration at Mills Park and the famed Nevada Day parade, there is something for everyone throughout the long weekend.
Mourning the Loss of Dennis Hof (Opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/23/2018 - 11:16amWhen news of the sudden death of Assembly candidate and brothel owner Dennis Hof reached us last Tuesday, we were quite stunned by it. We had gotten to know Dennis, and James had seen him several times in the weeks preceding his sudden departure.
One of his great gifts was the ability to make you feel you were the most important person in the room. Two occasions involving James come to mind, but Ron felt the same way.
Silver State musings: Nevada Day, Halloween, Dennis Hof and elections
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 10/20/2018 - 8:42pmEvery year folks ask what day Halloween trick-or-treating occurs in Carson City.
In any other state and in any other Nevada community, there is no question. Trick-or-treating happens each year on Halloween night, Oct. 31.
Adopt a Demo-CAT or Re-PUP-lican for FREE this weekend at Nevada Humane Society Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/18/2018 - 10:00amAdopt a Demo-CAT or Re-PUP-lican for FREE This Weekend, October 19-21 at Nevada Humane Society. The Race to the Right House is on!
Today is 'Purple Thursday' in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month's 'Week of Action'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/18/2018 - 8:45amOctober 14-20 is National Week of Action for October's Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Thursday is commemorated by wearing purple to show support for survivors of domestic violence, and for ending domestic violence everywhere.
It's Your City: Light After Dark Carson City focuses on domestic violence, sexual assault awareness
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/15/2018 - 8:07amIn this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer talks with Traci Trenoweth from Advocates to End Domestic Violence and the Sexual Assault Response Advocates about the annual Light After Dark benefit 5K and 10K walk and run featured this Saturday, Oct. 20 at Riverview Park in Carson City.
Carson Valley Turkey Trot
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/10/2018 - 2:39pmGet your gobble on! Join us for this great event on Thanksgiving morning! Carson Valley Turkey Trot is a 5K Fun Run/Walk held at Minden Park. Leashed dogs welcome!
Registration is live! Register here:https://www.classy.org/event/2018-carson-valley-turkey-trot-5k/e192701
If you would like to volunteer at the event, please email admin@carsonvalleycommunityfoodcloset.org
*Race route and start time subject to change
Poll finds Nevadans engaged in and supportive of arts
Submitted by editor on Thu, 10/04/2018 - 10:54amCARSON CITY — Three quarters of Nevada adults attended a cultural event in the past year and an equal percentage believe the arts improves the quality of life in their communities, according to the poll “Americans Speak Out About the Arts in 2018.”
29th Annual Virginia City Outhouse Races return Oct. 6-7
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 09/26/2018 - 9:08amThe 29th annual World Championship Outhouse Races in Virginia City returns Oct. 6-7. In a classic example of the quirkiness that is Virginia City, the much beloved Outhouse Races abounds with potty humor, crazy costumes, and lightening fast trussed up receptacles down the main drag.
Carson City emergency crews called to crash near Center Drive and Race Track Road
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/16/2018 - 2:00pmCarson City Fire Department was called Sunday afternoon to a two-vehicle accident on the south side of town near the intersection of Center Drive and Race Track Road.
Senator Square: Carson High School cycling team excels at Rattlesnake Roundup
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/16/2018 - 6:58amBlue plaid jerseys with a capital emblem line the trail. Cheers and words of encouragement echo past. My heart is pounding in my chest; my eyes are focused on the path ahead, silently cursing my greatest enemy: the sun. On Sept. 9, the Carson High School Senators Cycling team competed at Rattlesnake Roundup, a Hidden Valley race course.
Silver State Classic returns to Ely for 30th year of racing
Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/13/2018 - 4:44pmFor car racing enthusiasts, the Silver State Classic Challenge may seem too good to be true. An open-road race on a closed public highway? And I can drive my street car as fast as I want? But it is true, and car enthusiasts from around the world flock to Ely, Nev., every year to live that dream. In many ways, the town offers a dreamlike setting for this very unique event.
Light After Dark run and walk to benefit Advocates to End Domestic Violence set for Oct. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/13/2018 - 12:45pmAdvocates to End Domestic Violence, the crisis shelter in Carson City for victims and families of domestic and sexual violence, will host its annual Light after Dark benefit 5K and 10K walk and run on Saturday, Oct. 20 at Riverview Park.
Senator Square: Carson High School opens its doors and hearts to Carson City
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/09/2018 - 6:01amCome one, come all. Scheduled for Monday, Sept. 10 from 4:30 to 8 p.m., this once-a-year event takes the traditional back-to-school night to a whole new level as Carson High School opens its doors a little wider and a little longer.