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Health Fair, River Festival, 5K Run, and Historical Tours in Dayton Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/10/2011 - 3:52pmDayton will be the place for family-friendly fun this weekend with something for everyone: a morning run in Dayton’s beautiful “outback”, a huge pasta festival, hands-on learning at the River Festival, free immunizations and historical tours.
Marc Johnson named UNR Interim President
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/06/2011 - 3:09pmBy Jane Tors
RENO — The Nevada Board of Regents today unanimously approved Chancellor Dan Klaich’s recommendation of Marc Johnson to serve as interim president of the University of Nevada, Reno. Johnson has served as executive vice president and provost at the University since 2008.
Gov. Sandoval appoints Dean Heller to U.S. Senate
Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/27/2011 - 12:54pmGov. Brian Sandoval announced today that he is appointing Congressman Dean Heller to fill the unexpired term of John Ensign in the U.S. Senate.
Heller, a long-time resident of Carson City and Carson High School grad, will join the U.S. Senate on May 3, when Ensign's resignation takes effect. Heller was elected to the Nevada's 2nd district congressional seat three times. Before that he served as Secretary of State and represented Carson City in the state assembly.
Dayton Health Fair Features Free Immunizations for Children and Adults
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/17/2011 - 6:54pmThe Dayton Task Force has organized its annual, free community health fair for Saturday, May 14 from 9:30am-3pm at Community Roots nursery on Highway 50.
The fair will feature free immunizations for both children and adults, free blood pressure checks, and interactive booths offering education on diabetes, tobacco use cessation and prevention, gang prevention and awareness. The fair will also offer information on many other community groups, such as Dayton Task Force and Dayton Food Pantry, as well as health services in the Dayton region.
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Dayton 5K Walk/Run On May 14 Benefits Area Students
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/17/2011 - 5:11pmDAYTON, Nev. — Put on your running shoes and join us for a beautiful morning run in Dayton's "outback" on May 14, starting at 8:30am at the Como Park near Dayton Elementary School. Stand Tall and the Dayton Task Force are co-sponsoring a Healthy Communities Coalition 5K Walk/Run to benefit local students through the Dayton Resource Bank and Stand Tall youth leadership teams.
How Do I Register and What Else Can I Do In Dayton on May 14?
Governor, Lyon officials attend minting of Sesquicentennial Commemorative Medallion
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/23/2011 - 8:43pmNevada Gov. Brian Sandoval, U.S. Congressman Dean Heller, and Assemblyman Tom Grady joined Lyon County area officials to witness the striking of the first Lyon County sesquicentennial commemorative medallion at Dayton’s Northwest Territorial Mint on Tuesday.
Lyon County Commissioners, Sheriff, school trustees, superintendent, and members of the Historical Society of Dayton Valley were among those who attended the event and tour of the Mint with the Governor and other dignitaries.
Lyon Schools Welcome New Gardens
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/17/2011 - 8:12pmBy Wendy Madson, Healthy Communities Coalition liaison for school garden implementation
Nearly 2,000 students are getting their hands dirty in school gardens, thanks to a USDA grant received by Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey, a private nonprofit. This season school gardens are being created in Dayton and Silver Springs, and next season they'll be created in Yerington and Fernley schools.
Comedian Sarah Sliverman at Tahoe's MontBleu Resort April 9
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/15/2011 - 12:38pm“I don't set out to offend or shock, but I also don't do anything to avoid it,” a mantra by and for comedian Sarah Silverman who will be performing at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa at Lake Tahoe on Saturday, April 9. The actor/comedian is taking a mid season break from her Comedy Central TV show to get back to her stand-up comedy roots.
Sculptor Mischell Riley Donates Sculptures to Dayton School Garden
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/03/2011 - 12:29pmDayton Intermediate School’s newly developing school garden will boast two large sculptures by internationally known sculptor Mischell Riley.
Riley, who is well known for work such as the 3-story high bronze lion at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, has donated two of her pieces to enhance the school’s garden landscape.
Carson City celebrates Cupid with dining, theater and special events
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/01/2011 - 2:01pmValentine’s Day in Carson City transforms into a week-long display of affection with candlelit dining options, special events, theatre performances and lodging specials, Feb. 12 – 19.
Selecting a restaurant for a romantic evening doesn’t have to be an intimidating task. The Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau compiled a list of favorites as recommended by the citizens of Nevada’s Capital based on surveys and local “best of” votes.
Letter: Dayton community pulls together for holiday giving
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/11/2011 - 12:09pmDear Editor: Once again the Dayton community has come together and made a difference for so many families during the holidays.
The Dayton toy drive received applications for over 650 kids this year and we were quite concerned that there would not be enough to go around. Fortunately a large, eager, group of volunteers came together who were quick to get down to business and get the donations and interest pouring in. It wasn’t long before businesses, as well as community organizations and individuals were giving.
Dayton Food Pantry at Community Center on Dec. 16
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/27/2010 - 11:05pmWith the big distribution day for the holidays on Thursday, Dec. 16, the Dayton Food Pantry will operate that day only from the Dayton Community Center at 170 Pike Street from noon to 5 p.m.
With unemployment in Lyon County at nearly 20 percent, donations are especially welcome this holiday season, explained Freida Carbery, director for the Pantry.
On the other days of December, the Food Pantry will be open for emergency food needs as usual, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4 Enterprise Way and Highway 50 (east of Smith’s Grocery) Monday through Friday.
Celtic Lawn and Landscape shows commitment to local communities with holiday donation
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/22/2010 - 8:42pmCeltic Lawn and Landscape recently showed its holiday goodwill by giving back to the town of Dayton, Nev. When the owner and employees of Celtic heard that the Dayton Toy Drive had already received 60 applications from families in need of gifts for their children, they came up with a creative way to help.
Misfits Theatre Performance Gives a Boost to Dayton Food Pantry
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/03/2010 - 5:36pmThe Dayton Food Pantry is truly a community-owned project. So many Dayton area individuals and groups from every part of the town contribute to keep the Dayton Food Pantry going. Among those pitching in to help is the local theatre group, The Misfits.
Misfits Theatre Performance Raises Over $800 for Pantry
National Red Ribbon Week recognized in Carson City with partnership
Submitted by editor on Fri, 10/22/2010 - 4:25pmPrepare to see red wrist bands on Carson City adults and children over the coming days as part of a national unified message against substance abuse.
Partnership is the theme of this year's National Red Ribbon Week, which kicks off Saturday and is being coordinated locally through the Carson City School District, the Carson City Sheriff's Office and Partnership Carson City.
Jef Bauer named general manager of MontBleu Resort at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Fri, 10/22/2010 - 2:03amWith a 23-year background in gaming and marketing, Tropicana Entertainment has named Jef Bauer as general manager of MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa at Lake Tahoe.
“Northern Nevada has been a second home to me throughout my career and I’m glad to call South Shore, a destination that I have always loved, my new home,” said Bauer, 45. “I plan to be involved in the community while seizing new opportunities with special events to position MontBleu and South Tahoe as the place to play, dine and game.”
Brewery Arts Center in Carson City names John Shelton as Executive Director
Submitted by editor on Fri, 10/01/2010 - 8:28amCarson City's primary arts service organization has a new executive director. John M. Shelton was hired this week by the board of directors as the Brewery Art Center's leader and executive director.
Dayton Valley Days Parade Seeks Marilyn Monroe Look Alikes
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/24/2010 - 3:47pmDayton Valley Days Committee is welcoming entries to both the general parade on Saturday, September 18, and to the Pet Parade on Sunday, September 19, 2010. This year’s parade will feature retired Nevada State Archivist Guy Rocha and well-known Dayton Valley rancher Kay Winters as Grand Marshals. To register for either parade, see www.daytonvalleydays.org
Music, poetry and jazz concerts through the weekend in Carson City region
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/12/2010 - 10:01pmThere's lots of music and entertainment lined up for the weekend, not all in Carson City but certainly nearby. And, of course, the Jazz! Carson City festival continues.
Here's what you'll find this weekend:
— Genoa hosts The Old Time Music Festival in the Town Park Saturday. This is labeled as a celebration of American Roots Music and includes the Quake City Jug Band and banjo star Georgette Hall with her daughter Cecilia Yale. Breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 11. Tickets are $5.
Activities continue at Tahoe Tallac Site with Valhalla Arts, Music and Theatre Festival
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/27/2010 - 8:46amLAKE TAHOE — Get ready for jazz, Celtic, mystery, comedy, bluegrass, percussion and a whole lot more at the Lake Tahoe Valhalla Arts, Music and Theatre Festival. The Festival takes place at the historic Tahoe Tallac site, a 74-acre setting currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a 1800’s favorite getaway for Northern California’s elite members of society. But you don’t have to be an elite member of society to enjoy the variety of affordable and sometimes even free events at the Valhalla Festival.
Contested GOP State Senate Primary Races Split Between Moderate And Conservative Candidates
Submitted by on Wed, 06/09/2010 - 10:44amCARSON CITY – In the fight for control of the Republican Party in the state Senate in the Tuesday primary it was an even split, with conservative candidates taking two of four contested seats and two others going to more moderate candidates backed by Senate Minority Leader Bill Raggio.
New Sign at Carson Lanes
Submitted by on Fri, 05/07/2010 - 11:49amMeeting Planners Can Win $20K plus a Conference in Granlibakken Contest
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/09/2010 - 4:12pmName the Resort’s Viking Trio and Win an All-inclusive Conference at Lake Tahoe
Name the Granlibakken Vikings and Win a Trip to Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/09/2010 - 4:01pmPublic Contest to Name Each of the Resort’s Viking Ambassadors
NV Energy giving V&T reconstruction commission $100,000 check
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/05/2010 - 5:16pmWritten by NV Energy Public Information Officer Karl Walquist:
The effort to reconstruct the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad is receiving a boost from NV Energy with a $100,000 grant to the Northern Nevada Railway Foundation, the fund-raising arm of the Nevada Commission for the Reconstruction of the V&T Railway.
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Fuji Park Pond Opens This Fall
Submitted by on Sun, 03/28/2010 - 2:45pmSpring break promises fun, snow and scenery at Lake Tahoe ski resorts
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/25/2010 - 11:33amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE — Pencils down at Lake Tahoe. It’s time for Spring Break and outdoor recess is in session (http://www.TahoeSouth.com).
Good Lovelies - From Riches to Rags to Life on the Road
Submitted by Brewery Arts Center on Mon, 03/08/2010 - 11:18amConcert- An Evening with Jorma Kaukonen (Hot Tuna)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/18/2010 - 2:59pmAn Evening With Jorma Kaukonen
Dia de los Muertos celebration honors loved ones
Submitted by on Sun, 11/08/2009 - 7:57amDia de los Muertos celebration honors loved onesBy Sandi Hoover shoover@nevadaapp