regulations
Carson City's annual 'BOO-nanza' to bring safe trick-or-treating this year in drive-thru form
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/12/2020 - 11:15amCarson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is pleased to announce that the 4th annual Carson City BOOnanza is still occurring this year, just in a different format.
Nevada-friendly plants available at the State’s nursery in Washoe Valley
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/10/2020 - 12:27pmThis fall, bring home the beauty of Nevada’s natural landscape! Operated by the Nevada Division of Forestry, the State Tree Nursery in Washoe Valley has a great selection of Nevada-friendly plants available for purchase. All plants are grown and maintained at the nursery and are conditioned to survive Northern Nevada’s cold winters and hot, dry summers.
Fishing Report: Many lakes are planted and awaiting Labor Day fishers, Trout Contest held this weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/05/2020 - 9:45amHello fellow anglers, welcome to Labor Day weekend. As we know from all of the smoke in the California and Nevada skies, we have to be fire aware, wherever your adventure takes you this weekend.
Protect Yourselves, Protect Nevada this Labor Day Weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/04/2020 - 11:10amWith many public lands and recreation areas open across Nevada, public officials are reminding residents and visitors to recreate responsibly by continuing to take all precautions to stop the spread of COVID-19.
This Labor Day weekend, it is critical that everyone practice responsible recreation. Protect yourself, others, and Nevada’s invaluable public lands and waters.
Nevada's eviction moratorium extended amid hurdles getting aid programs going
Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 8:06pmGov. Steve Sisolak will extend Nevada’s soon-to-expire eviction moratorium until mid-October, while trying to fast-track the launch of a renter mediation program and adding $10 million for residential tenant assistance payments.
The Indy Explains: Everything to know about Nevada’s expanded mail-in election
Submitted by admin on Tue, 08/25/2020 - 11:55amNevada’s decision to expand mail-in voting for the 2020 general election has become a partisan battleground, after President Donald Trump’s campaign sued to block the election changes put in place by the state’s Democratically-controlled Legislature in a summer special session.
Draft Carson City zoning code amendments available for public review
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 12:56pmThe Carson City Planning Division is seeking public comment on possible revisions to the City’s zoning ordinance, Title 18. The City’s Planning Commission has conducted several workshops and has drafted proposed amendments for portions of Title 18.
Nevada's Secretary of State seeks regulation on newly allowed ‘ballot harvesting’ practice
Submitted by admin on Tue, 08/18/2020 - 12:08pmRepublican Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske is asking for an emergency regulation to keep closer tabs on who is “ballot harvesting” after a recently passed state law cleared the way for the practice.
Nevada governor signs COVID liability bill granting protections to many Nevada businesses
Submitted by admin on Tue, 08/11/2020 - 4:11pmGov. Steve Sisolak signed a bill on Tuesday that shields most Nevada businesses from “frivolous lawsuits” related to COVID-19 — a measure backed by some of the state’s most influential political voices including the tourism and gaming industry and the Culinary Union, but opposed by progressive groups and the entities that were left out.
Will children successfully be able to wear face masks all day at school? Camp Carson says yes
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 08/06/2020 - 1:30pmCamp Carson is a decades long summer tradition for school-aged children in the capital city. Every year children can be seen at Mills Park, the Carson City Community Center, the Carson City Aquatic Center, or around town attending various field trips, identifiable by their matching, brightly colored t-shirts.
Nevada Senate unanimously advances bill geared at extending unemployment benefits
Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/03/2020 - 6:18amNevada lawmakers who say they’ve been inundated with pleas for help from constituents sorted through a bill Sunday night that they acknowledge isn’t a silver bullet for the state’s unemployment backlog, but could ease some of the system’s bottlenecks.
Nevada DMV to offer most driver’s license, ID card renewals online and by mail this fall
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/28/2020 - 12:03pmCARSON CITY — Nevada motorists who have been unable to make an appointment at DMV offices before their expiration date will benefit from two new initiatives announced by the Department of Motor Vehicles on Tuesday.
Lahontan Cutthroat Trout thrive at Paiute’s Summit Lake in northwest Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/22/2020 - 11:20amSummit Lake in remote northwest Nevada is home to the only self-sustaining, robust, lake population of Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, North America’s largest freshwater native trout species.
Art commissioned by Carson City featured near former Adele's site
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/20/2020 - 3:57pmRecently installed at the northeastern corner of Jackson’s gas station and food store at the intersection of William and Carson streets is a new piece of art commissioned by the Carson City Cultural Commission as part of the new zoning regulations in the downtown mixed use areas that can choose to feature art, a patio or a park.
Dayton Urgent Care hosts annual back to school drive by accepting gift cards
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/16/2020 - 1:15pmUPDATE: Dayton Urgent Care will be accepting accepting gift cards from the public that will then be used to purchase school supply items instead of collecting actual school supplies, according to Carson Tahoe Health.
Dayton Urgent Care is doing so in an effort to reduce/prevent any possible spread of COVID-19. Donors are asked to bring gift cards rather than items for a donation box.
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With the new school year approaching, our schools, students, and families may be struggling with a variety of issues including school supplies. With new regulations and guidelines, acquiring these much needed items may prove difficult for families who are facing financial uncertainty.
California governor orders bars, wineries and indoor dining to close as COVID-19 spikes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/13/2020 - 1:59pmCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday ordered all counties in California to close indoor restaurants, bars, movie theaters and wineries as the state combats a surge in coronavirus cases. A list of 30 counties has further restrictions.
OSHA: 84 percent face mask compliance in northern Nevada, 66 percent in southern Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 1:12pmBusinesses following the Nevada governor's directive requiring face coverings shows 84 percent of businesses in northern Nevada and 66 percent of businesses in southern Nevada were in compliance "on the date of the initial observation," according to a Nevada OSHA news release Monday.
Things to do and see around Carson City and beyond this 'socially-distant' July 4 weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 10:55amWhile there may not be fireworks this Fourth of July, there are still many activities in Carson City and beyond!
From criminal justice reform to Cannabis Compliance Board, new Nevada laws begin today
Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 8:40amLaws implementing a wide range of criminal justice reforms, establishing a state board responsible for regulating marijuana and creating a payday loan database finally take effect Wednesday, more than a year after the 2019 legislative session ended.
Carson City code check leads to discovery of tunnel, bunker and marijuana grow operation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/25/2020 - 12:08pmA Carson City code enforcement check on property that was to be condemned led to the discovery Wednesday of an underground bunker, marijuana grow operation and the arrest of a 68-year-old man.
UNR Extension offers small-business webinars this week on social media, HR after COVID
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/23/2020 - 8:51amWith small businesses reopening and needing to adjust their operations amid COVID-19 restrictions and economic challenges, University of Nevada, Reno Extension is offering three different online programs this week to help small businesses with specific challenges.
Governor announces 'Clean Cars Nevada' initiative to give Nevadans more choices for less-polluting vehicles
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/22/2020 - 11:15amCARSON CITY — Governor Steve Sisolak announced Monday the Clean Cars Nevada initiative, which will evaluate the adoption of new regulations to provide Nevadans with more choices for low and zero emission electric passenger cars and trucks at dealerships throughout the state beginning in 2024.
Nevada's annual Free Fishing Day still on for Saturday but without special events
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/10/2020 - 9:56amThis Saturday, June 13 is Nevada’s annual Free Fishing Day. That means anglers here in the Silver State can fish without purchasing a fishing license, but only for that day. All other fishing regulations, such as limits and means of take, still apply.
Fishing Report: Great fishing conditions across the board, more sites opening soon
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/06/2020 - 9:20amHello fellow anglers. I finally got out to do some serious fishing last weekend. Renee and I joined our friends Tom And Shelly Blotter at Bridgeport Reservoir.
The trip started out a little precarious. We arrived on Saturday afternoon to a steady 25 to 50 mph wind. Which kept us off the lake until Sunday.
First-of-its kind agreement will protect Greater Sage-Grouse habitat, support Nevada's rural economy
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/04/2020 - 10:26amThe Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is excited to announce that Coeur Rochester, Inc. a wholly-owned subsidiary of Coeur Mining, Inc. and Crawford Cattle, LLC have entered into a first-of-its-kind agreement to protect critical sagebrush habitat in Nevada while ensuring continued environmentally sensitive and sustainable mining practices.
Carson City Parks and Recreation announces tentative reopening plans of Pool, MAC, and more under Phase 2
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/29/2020 - 2:47pmThe Carson City Parks and Recreation Department announced it is planning on reopening certain recreational facilities under Phase 2, with tentative dates announced for the beginning of June. These dates are all tentative, and may change as additional information becomes available.
Businesses including bars, gyms and churches can reopen Friday as Nevada moves into ‘Phase 2’
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/27/2020 - 3:55amNevada will move into Phase 2 of its reopening plan on Friday amid downward trends in COVID-19 positivity test rates and hospitalizations — a transition that will allow additional venues including churches, gyms and bars to reopen.
Column: The Story of Taps
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/25/2020 - 10:42amThe first time I had ever heard "Taps" played in person, I was visiting Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA, just outside of Washington, D.C. A Navy funeral was concluding and bugler "Taps" signaled the sailor's final farewell.
Virginia City Honors Our Fallen Soldiers with Memorial Day Cruise
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/24/2020 - 9:31amVirginia City held their Memorial Day Parade, Saturday afternoon. But they did so in a way that kept everyone safe, with state regulations in mind.
Fishing Report: Spring Fishing has begun, Lakes and Campgrounds beginning to open
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/22/2020 - 11:12amHello fellow anglers, welcome to Memorial weekend. As many of you know, Inyo County is closed to fishing until June 1st. But on May 22 the Mono County Board of Supervisors wrote a letter to the CDFW director Charles H Bonham, requesting the reopening of fishing season earlier then their previous request. As of May 23rd, Mono County is now open for the 2020 fishing season, right along Alpine County that opened on May 15th.
For those that will be getting out, Alpine County is open for fishing throughout the county.