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Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Couple booked after domestic altercation
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 02/03/2019 - 11:13amA 27 year-old Dayton woman and 30 year-old Woodland, CA, man were arrested Friday afternoon at 4:19 p.m. in the area of Retail Court and East College Parkway on separate misdemeanor charges following an argument that had turned physical, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.
NHP identifies driver in fatal crash on U.S. Highway 50 in Dayton
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/02/2019 - 6:33pmThe Nevada Highway Patrol has identified the driver who died in a crash on U.S. 50 near Fortune Drive in Dayton early Friday morning.
NHP says 28-year-old Juan Jesus Orozco of South Lake Tahoe killed when he lost control of his red 2000 Audi S4 sedan while speeding on U.S. Highway 50 and crashed into a light pole.
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Nevada DCFS to hold foster care training in Fallon Feb. 10, 16-17
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/02/2019 - 2:18pmIn rural Nevada, many teens and children need a safe, temporary living situation so Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is looking for devoted families and individuals willing to share their heart and their home by becoming a licensed foster caregiver.
Wet weekend ahead for Carson City, Northwestern Nevada as Winter storm hits region
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/02/2019 - 9:02amMuch of Northwestern Nevada, including Carson City, is waking up Saturday morning to a steady rainfall that is forecast to stick around through the morning and afternoon hours, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno reports.
Carson City Chamber Leadership Institute 2019 to focus on bee habitat
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/02/2019 - 8:38amMembers of the Carson City Chamber of Commerce 2019 Leadership Institute are buzzing about their class project to construct a bee hotel in honor of the Nevada state capital being named as a Bee City USA.
Nevada Lore Series: Reno, the Biggest Little Divorce Capital of the World
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/01/2019 - 10:00amMost people forget that divorce wasn’t an easy thing to achieve up until the last part of the 20th century. So how is it that Reno, a tiny little railroad town in the middle of nowhere, became known as the place to flock to if you wanted to untie that knot?
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, Feb. 1
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 02/01/2019 - 8:51amGood morning, Carson City, on this first day of February. Our area has been enjoying Spring-like weather and temperatures all week long. Today will be no different, so enjoy the pleasant conditions while they last.
A series of storms is forecast to move into our region Saturday, dropping temperatures as well as rain and snow. As the photo suggests, rain in the morning is a sailor's warning, so batten down those hatches.
Carson City area casinos see 1.55 percent gain in December gaming revenue
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 9:58am50 percent off Museum Room Sale at the Charlie B Gallery for 2 days
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/30/2019 - 4:15pmFebruary 1st and 2nd, 2019 (11am to 6pm) 50 PERCENT OFF MUSEUM ROOM SALE at the Charlie B Gallery, 114 West Telegraph Street, Carson City.
To make room for the Vasefinder Ceramics Museum, I am having a rockin 50% off sale for two days. This is a partial list of objects found in the museum room at the Charlie B Gallery:
Carson City Mayor address: Affordable housing challenges remain amid economic rebound
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/30/2019 - 2:02pmUPDATED WITH VIDEO LINK: Here is the State of the City address delivered Wednesday by Carson City Mayor Robert "Bob" Crowell. The annual presentation highlights activity and successes within city government in 2018 and goals put forward to accomplish this year.
Fruit tree, grape vine and rose bush pruning classes offered at Carson City's Foothill Garden
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/29/2019 - 9:31amA collaboration between Carson Tahoe Health and The Greenhouse Project, The Foothill Garden in Carson City is home to sustainable growing classes year round. Classes provide a variety of local experts who specialize in teaching people how to grow their own food.
Prescribed fire operations to continue around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/27/2019 - 3:16pmWeather permitting, California State Parks and Tahoe Douglas fire protection district may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in multiple locations around Lake Tahoe.
Senator Square: Winterfest 2019 begins at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/27/2019 - 3:25amNo high school on the planet has as many events regularly happening as that of Carson High School, and one of the biggest of the year, Winterfest, begins Feb. 1. This year, Leadership class has determined the theme will be Winterflix, a play on the popular Netflix streaming service that allows customers to watch a wide variety of award-winning TV shows, movies, documentaries, and more on thousands of internet-connected devices.
Carson City Parks Foundation holds first 2019 Open House at historic Wungnema House in Mills Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/26/2019 - 12:06pmSunday should be a great day to be out and about, so come to the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s open house at the Wungnema House, Sunday afternoon from 2-5 p.m. There is no admission fee, and all are welcome.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 26
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 9:46pmThis weekend is shaping up to resemble a false Spring, with unseasonably warm temperatures forecast by Sunday. Saturday should see sunny skies and a high temperature near 50 degrees.
Just right for a little horsing around.
Country music’s Luke Bryan returns to Tahoe on Aug. 25
Submitted by editor on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 11:42amFour-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan will bring his “Sunset Repeat Tour” to Harveys Outdoor Arena at Lake Tahoe on Sunday, Aug. 25. Singer-songwriter Jon Langston will open the concert, the second 2019 show announced this week for the popular summer series.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, Jan. 25
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 10:10pmWow, Carson City! Is it Friday already?! Indeed, we have reached the end of another work week.
Go for a swim during lunch or after work at the newly reopened Carson Aquatic Center before catching some live entertainment this evening at Living the Good Life Nightclub-Bistro-Lounge, Bella Vita Bistro and A to Zen, featuring its weekly Open Mic Night.
Reno Orthopedic Clinic celebrates opening of new Carson City facility
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 7:23pmReno Orthopedic Clinic (ROC) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating its newest facility at 1365 Medical Parkway in Carson City Thursday evening.
Meals on Wheels Carson City grateful for holiday gifts
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 11:25amLocal community members and organizations donated generously to Carson City Senior Center’s Meals on Wheels recipients this holiday season with gifts of personal necessities and nice-to-have items for the area’s senior population.
Mac the Naw: Stay safe on the water with boat safety tips
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 10:59amHello fellow anglers. We are all sad to hear of the tragedy at Topaz lake a couple weeks ago.
Happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 12:22amSo here we are Carson City, staring at a weekend ahead as we enter Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. Expect sunny skies today with a daytime high around 47. With all the fresh snow from the weekend, there's plenty of it piled at Lake Tahoe ski areas. Enjoy the bluebird day ahead.
Happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 7:53amGood day Carson City and welcome to the middle of the work week. Today is Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019. We're looking at mostly sunny skies ahead today and for the remainder of the week, with highs in the low 50s today and warming into the mid 50s through Sunday.
Carson City teacher earns 2019 Golden Pinecone Sustainability Award
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 11:57amCarson City School District is pleased to announce Educator Kristina Britt, speech language pathologist at Bordewich Bray Elementary School, as a winner of GreenNevada’s Growing Resources for Environmental Education in Nevada 2019 Golden Pinecone Sustainability Award.
Just announced: Dave Matthews Band plays Tahoe Sept. 6
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 10:42amIn the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus declared: “The last shall be first and the first, last.” Today, Harveys’ first 2019 outdoor concert announcement is almost certain to be the last show of the summer series. On Friday, Sept. 6, Dave Matthews — who many consider a rock ‘n’ roll deity — will take the stage.
Foothill Garden class Friday to focus on seed selection, starting and seed saving
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 10:28amCARSON CITY — A collaboration between Carson Tahoe Health and The Greenhouse Project, The Foothill Garden is home to sustainable growing classes year round. Join a variety of local experts and learn to grow your own food with a presentation: Seed selection, seed starting and seed saving this Friday.
Happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Jan. 22
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 12:22amHello Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2019. After a wet, blustery 3-day holiday weekend, sunny skies are ahead for the foreseeable future with a gradual warming trend and daytime highs in the low to upper 40s over the next few days.
What's happening around Carson City on Monday, MLK Day, Jan. 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/21/2019 - 10:20amHello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Jan. 21, 2019. Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a national holiday to honor the civil rights leader. Schools and most all state, local and national government offices are closed for the day. Ahead, skies are clearing and the storm overnight has begun to move out. After 10 a.m. the National Weather services says we will have sunny skies with a high of 39.
Warm Up with a Fiery Violin Concerto Featuring the Great Elizabeth Pitcairn and the Thrilling Oratorio, Elijah?'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/20/2019 - 5:26pmTOCCATA, Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus presents celebrated American violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn performing one of the 10 greatest violin concertos of all time. And more than 100 singers and instrumentalists bring you Mendelssohn’s spectacular “Elijah.” Hear the concert at Carson Valley Methodist Church in Gardnerville on Saturday, Feb. 16 at 4 p.m. Other performances Feb. 9-17 in Incline, South Lake, and Reno.
Winter Weather Advisory issued for Carson City region into Monday morning
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/20/2019 - 4:32pmA Winter Weather Advisory is in effect Sunday night through Monday morning for the greater Reno, Carson City and Carson Valley areas while a Winter Storm Warning in effect at Lake Tahoe and in the Sierra, according to the National Weather Service.
News reports person taken into custody in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/19/2019 - 11:55pmUPDATE 1:02AM: Multiple news sources, including South Tahoe Now and KOLO TV Channel 8 News Now, are now reporting that a person in connection with the investigation into a double homicide in South Reno is in custody, Washoe County Sheriff's spokesman Bob Harmon reportedly told the sources.
It was reported earlier that a connection had not yet been made with the information at hand.