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Carson City Symphony Association announces Carson Chamber Singers director
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 1:36pmCarson City Symphony Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard “Ricky” Hutton as Director of Carson Chamber Singers. His connection with the Carson Chamber Singers goes back to the summer of 2019, when he directed the Singers in the June Pops Party concert in Carson City and the July 4th concert in Genoa.
Carson City emergency crews respond to vehicle crash involving cyclist near Mills Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/04/2020 - 10:25amUPDATE 11:28AM: Both east and westbound traffic lanes on William Street are now open.
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UPDATE 11AM: The patient was flown by Care Flight to the trauma ward at Renown Medical Center. Their condition is unknown at this time. Carson City Sheriff's Office and NHP are investigating the crash. Motorists can expect delays.
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Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded Wednesday morning to a vehicle crash involving a bicycle rider in the area of William Street near Mills Park.
Halloween fun, 'reverse parade' and film festival, competitions highlight Nevada Day weekend around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 7:42pmHeading into the final weekend of October, Halloween and Nevada Day events will keep revelers busy through Sunday making for a jam packed weekend of fun for families and grownups around the Carson City region.
Rider OK after single vehicle motorcycle crash on Highway 50 East in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 10:55amCarson City Fire Department and the Nevada Highway Patrol were called Tuesday morning to a motorcycle crash in the 2800 block of Highway 50 East.
V&T Railway offers family-friendly, Halloween-themed spooky railbike rides
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 1:25pmCARSON CITY — V&T Railway is celebrating Halloween with family-friendly and spooky railbike rides. Running Friday, Oct. 23 through Sunday, Oct. 25 and Wednesday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Oct. 31, V&T Railway will offer children and adult focused haunted railbike rides at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., respectively.
Carson City emergency crews respond to motorcycle crash at US 50 East and Empire Ranch Road
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 5:14pmCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded early Sunday evening to a crash involving a motorcycle and a vehicle in the area of Highway 50 East and Empire Ranch Road.
Trick or Treating will continue as planned Friday, Oct. 30 in Carson City; other spooky events announced
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 11:12amBefore COVID-19 hit the capital city, Trick or Treating had been changed to Friday, Oct. 30 since the Nevada Day Parade was falling on Oct. 31 this year.
Despite the parade being cancelled, Trick or Treating is still going to be held Oct. 30 at this time, unless otherwise directed by Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak.
Carson City emergency crews respond to Highway 50 East motorcycle crash
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 9:18amCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Sunday morning to a vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and a pickup in the 3900 block of Highway 50 East.
Work continues on South Carson roundabout; JAC bus detours and roadway striping this week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/06/2020 - 11:05amHere is the South Carson Street Project and Carson City area road report for the week of Sept. 7-13, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, visit CarsonProud.com.
Rider suffers leg injuries in motorcycle crash with vehicle off Hot Springs Road
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/03/2020 - 5:34pmCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called early Thursday evening to a vehicle crash involving a motorcycle in the 300 block of Hot Springs Road.
Pony Express honored with special medallion this Saturday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 12:28pmA special medallion honoring the Old West Pony Express mail route will be stamped on historical Coin Press No. 1 on Saturday, Sept. 5 at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City. Medallions will be minted from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Dirt bike rider suspected of hitting Douglas deputy with motorcycle in custody
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 10:54amA dirt bike rider suspected of striking a Douglas County Sheriff's Office deputy with his motorcycle has been located, arrested and charged with battery with a deadly weapon, resisting, obstructing and reckless driving.
Dirt bike rider faces battery and other charges after hitting Douglas deputy with motorcycle
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/01/2020 - 2:40pmMINDEN — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance with an attempt to identify a suspect. Probable cause exists to arrest the male in these photos for suspicion of battery on a police officer, resisting and obstructing a peace officer and reckless driving.
V&T Railway to feature special railbike tour events for remaining 2020 season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/27/2020 - 9:27amFollowing the successful launch of V&T Railway's Carson City’s Carson Canyon Railbikes, the organization has announced a lineup of special event railbike tours for the remaining 2020 season. In addition to the standard Carson River Canyon tour, riders can expect extended hours, themed décor and added entertainment attractions.
NHP identifies man who died in motorcycle crash Saturday on Kingsbury Grade
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/05/2020 - 2:01pmThe Nevada Highway Patrol has identified an Oregon man who died Saturday in a crash involving a motorcycle on State Route 207 Kingsbury Grade in Douglas County.
Carson River Canyon railbike tours begin Saturday, to deliver an experience unlike any other
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 08/03/2020 - 11:28amAll aboard for a unique ride on the rails. Visit Carson City, in partnership with the V&T Railway Commission, have announced an all-new attraction unlike any other in northern Nevada. It’s not a train, it’s not a bike, but it is the Carson Canyon Railbike Tours.
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!
NHP identifies rider in Thursday's fatal motorcycle crash on Kingsbury Grade at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/16/2020 - 11:04amThe Nevada Highway Patrol has identified the victim in a fatal crash Thursday involving three motorcycles on State Route 207 Kingsbury Grade near Lake Tahoe in Douglas County.
Carson City emergency crews respond to motorcycle crash, rider flees the scene
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/11/2020 - 2:51pmCarson City emergency crews responded Thursday afternoon to a vehicle crash involving a motorcycle in the area of Stewart and William streets in which the motorcycle rider fled the scene. He was found later located and detained in the 800 block of North Carson Street.
Pioneer High School Celebrates the Class of 2020
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/04/2020 - 2:00pmArtist and poet, Jaeda DeWalt wrote, “When we learn how to become resilient, we learn how to embrace the beautifully broad spectrum of the human experience.” If there is one word to describe Pioneer High School’s class of 2020, it would be “resilient.”
Careflight called to motorcycle accident with injury reported at Fairview and I-580 off ramp
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/16/2020 - 1:31pmAt 1:29 p.m. Saturday afternoon a vehicle accident involving a motorcycle was reported at Northbound Fairview and I-580.
Serious injury crash Thursday involving motorcycle on US 50 in Dayton shuts down eastbound lane
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/23/2020 - 4:18pmThere's been another serious injury crash in Lyon County east of Carson City reported on Thursday. This one is located at Highway 50 in the Dayton Hill area, in the eastbound lane, and involves a motorcycle rider.
Carson City emergency crews called to bicycle crash in Ash Canyon
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/19/2020 - 11:45amCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called late Sunday morning to the area of Ash Canyon for a bicycle rider who crashed and suffered injuries.
Carson City arrests: Man accused of throwing large rock from overpass onto I-580 freeway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/09/2020 - 9:59amA 36-year-old Carson City man was arrested after allegedly throwing a large rock off an I-580 overpass and onto the freeway, a Carson City sheriff's booking report states.
NHP seeks witnesses to motorcycle crash Saturday in Dayton that left rider seriously injured
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/07/2020 - 12:34pmThe Nevada Highway Patrol is asking for help from witnesses of a motorcycle crash that left a rider seriously injured on Saturday on Highway 50 in Dayton.
Carson City emergency crews respond to motorcycle crash on Sierra Vista near Carson River Road
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/29/2020 - 1:52pmCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Sunday afternoon a crash involving a motorcycle in the area of Sierra Vista Lane near Carson River Road.
Muscle Powered Bike Ride Sunday March 8
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/07/2020 - 4:47pmCome join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City! Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building.
A schedule of all upcoming activities and events can be found at www.musclepowered.org/calendar.
Meet at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Rd, Carson City, NV 89701, in the south parking lot, next to the Linear Ditch Trail.
Muscle Powered Carson City Bike Ride featured Sunday, March 1
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 2:40pmCome join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City. Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building.
Meet at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Rd, Carson City. in the south parking lot, next to the Linear Ditch Trail.
Ride will normally consist of two loops which are 10-15 miles long each. The ride pace will vary depending on rider level, but will usually be about a 12-16 mph pace.
Muscle Powered Bike Ride hosted in Carson City this Sunday Feb. 23
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 2:33pmCome join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City. Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building.
Muscle Powered bike ride happens Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 02/14/2020 - 6:48pmJoin Muscle Powered for a free, guided bike ride this Sunday. Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building. For Sunday's ride, meet at 9 a.m. at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Rd, Carson City in the south parking lot, next to the Linear Ditch Trail.