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Care Flight ordered due to accidents on Highway 50 Spooner
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/02/2018 - 11:25amNevada Highway Patrol, along with Tahoe Douglas Fire Carson City Fire Department and Care Flight responded Sunday morning to vehicle accidents west of Carson City along Highway 50 up Spooner.
Widespread prescribed fire operations to continue at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/02/2018 - 6:36amWeather permitting, California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy, North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts and the U.S. Forest Service may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in multiple locations around Lake Tahoe.
Joyful Noise 17th annual Community Holiday Show
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 12/01/2018 - 1:01pmIt’s a holly, jolly Christmas! Cherie Shipley and Lake Tahoe Entertainment present the 17th Annual Community Holiday Show “JOYFUL NOISE.”
Nevada Lore Series: The invention of the famous blue jean and the Reno, Levi connection
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/01/2018 - 12:41pmIf you looked in your closet for pants right now, I can almost guarantee what comes to mind first is that traditional blue jean. Everyone likes blue jeans, right? They’re almost as American as the U.S Flag and apple pie.
Did you know we have Reno to thank for blue jeans?
Douglas County Sheriff's Office asks for public's help in Stateline vehicle theft case
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 4:50pmThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance with an attempt to identify a suspect in a stolen motor vehicle.
Carson Tahoe Expressions Memory Care to present brain health seminar Dec. 7
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 8:45amCarson Tahoe Expressions Memory Care will hold a seminar on brain health Friday, Dec. 7 from 6-8 p.m. in the Bristlecone Room at Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, 600 Medical Parkway in Carson City.
Carson City weather: Slushy roads possible for commutes, more rain and snow on the way
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 6:49amRain has changed to heavy, wet snow Thursday morning along lower valley floors above Carson City, Minden, Reno and Sparks, according to the National Weather Service.
Carson Victory Rollers to raise funds for seriously ill child, junior teammate this Sunday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/28/2018 - 3:18pmCarson City’s own roller derby team, the Carson Victory Rollers, are holding a naughty vs. nice scrimmage to raise money for a junior derby teammate who is in recovery from a very serious illness at a Colorado Children’s Hospital.
Meet up at Carson City Senior Center to knit, crochet items for community
Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/28/2018 - 12:54pmKnow your way around a ball of yarn? Want to create pretty things for others? If this sounds like you, The La-Tea-Da Knitters and Crocheters invite you to join them weekly at the Carson City Senior Center to create afghans, hat and scarf sets and baby blankets for the charities they support.
Carson City arrests: Woman jailed Monday for burglary of RV earlier in November
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 11:57amA 27-year-old Carson City woman, believed to be involved in the burglary of a parked RV earlier this month at a Carmine Street residence, was taken into custody Monday on a felony charge, a sheriff’s deputy said.
Carson City area casino gaming revenue climbs nearly 3.3 percent in October
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 10:00amThursday Hike to Foothill Trail to East End of Hobart Road hosted by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 6:59pmJoin us for free hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet at the northwest corner of the Cancer Center at Carson Tahoe Hospital.
Bring a friend and/or friendly dogs. All hikes are 2-4 miles with duration of about 90 minutes, sometimes with elevation gains of 500’ or more. Water and sturdy or athletic shoes are required. Hat, sunscreen and hiking poles recommended. Some trails are dirt and others are paved.
Interview: Sister Jean remains on God’s side at courtside
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 4:36pmIt’s better to bust a bracket than to break a hip. Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt will attest to that.
Will storms bring snow to Carson City? Forecasters say valley floor maybe, foothills likely
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 4:11pmA clearer picture of what this week’s series of storms may bring has emerged from National Weather Service forecasters Monday, with a Winter Storm Watch now in effect for Lake Tahoe and Sierra, which could see 3 or more feet of snow and a slight chance of snow down to the valley floors by the end of the week.
Carson City area weather: Valley rain and Sierra snow ahead Tuesday through Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/25/2018 - 2:27pmUPDATE MONDAY: The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Watch for the greater Lake Tahoe area and the Sierra from Wednesday night through late Thursday. Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations 6 to 12 inches, with 1 to 3 feet above 7,000 feet possible.
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Active weather patterns will begin to move into the Sierra and Carson City region beginning Tuesday, with valley rain and mountain snow at Lake Tahoe extending into Friday and possibly beyond, according to the National Weather Service.
TRPA column: Team Tahoe delivers big wins this fall
Submitted by editor on Sun, 11/25/2018 - 1:13pmCollaboration between public, private, and nonprofit partners is the new normal for progress at Lake Tahoe. This cultural shift years in the making is helping the region make significant strides in conserving and restoring Tahoe’s environment, revitalizing its communities, and achieving what was seemingly impossible before. Consider all that has been accomplished in just the last two months.
Carson City arrests: Man with warrant jailed after brief pursuit, high risk traffic stop
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/25/2018 - 12:31pmA 60-year-old Gardnerville man was arrested early Sunday in the area of Clear Creek Avenue and Horatio Lane for a misdemeanor contempt of court warrant and failure to yield to a police officer, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Agencies continue widespread prescribed fire operations at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 11/24/2018 - 8:43amWeather permitting, California State Parks, North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts and the U.S. Forest Service may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in multiple locations around Lake Tahoe.
Christian-Muslim-Hindu-Buddhist-Jewish leaders jointly celebrated Thanksgiving in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/23/2018 - 10:36pmIn a remarkable interfaith gesture, area Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist and Jewish leaders joined together to celebrate multi-faith Thanksgiving at Connected Church of the Nazarene in Carson City on Nov. 20.
Douglas County looking to fill county manager position
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/23/2018 - 3:48pmDouglas County is currently recruiting for a highly qualified, motivated, visionary leader with solid leadership, organizational, and financial skills to fill the role of county manager.
Reno Jazz Orchestra brings "A World of Joy" to Reno/Tahoe this holiday season
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/23/2018 - 12:42pmThe spirit of Christmas and Hanukkah come to life as the 18-piece Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) presents, “A World of Joy,” featuring holiday music from the U.S. to Brazil, Puerto Rico, Israel, Russia, Austria and back.
Joining the RJO is Pat Esters' Gospel Choir, starring vocalists Pat Esters, Lori Johnson, David Wells, and Caitlin Collins. The Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra will open the show at the Reno performances.
The first shows are Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. at the Cargo Concert Hall at Whitney Peak Hotel in Reno.
Parks Foundation holds Open House Sunday at the Wungnema House in Mills Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/23/2018 - 2:53amThe Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation is holding an open house at the Wungnema House Sunday afternoon from 2-5 p.m. There is no admission fee, and all are welcome.
The Wungnema House is located on the east side of Mills Park across from Carson High School. It was built by a family of skilled Hopi stonemasons shortly after World War II and served as the family’s home until the early 1970s.
Carson City weather: Strong, potentially damaging winds expected through Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/22/2018 - 1:05pmWith valley rain and mountain snow making its way into the region overnight and early Thursday morning, the brunt of a weather system now moving into the Sierra and Carson City region will begin with increasingly strong wind conditions, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a High Wind Warning.
Nutcracker Ballet celebrates 30 years with Thanksgiving weekend Carson City performances
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/22/2018 - 10:12amPinkerton Ballet Theatre presents the 30th anniversary of The Nutcracker Ballet featuring a live orchestra in Carson City this Thanksgiving weekend.
Performances are Friday and Saturday, Nov. 23-24, 2018 at 7 p.m., and a matinee on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018 at 2 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center, Bob Boldrick Theater.
Identities Sought: Suspects stole purse in Tahoe, used credit cards in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/21/2018 - 4:25pmDouglas County authorities are asking the public's help in identifying suspects in a recent credit card theft case in which a purse with cards was stolen in South Lake Tahoe and items were purchased in Carson City.
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Purchases David Walley's Hot Springs in Genoa
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/21/2018 - 11:05amOrange Lake Resorts, home to the Holiday Inn Club Vacations brand, has announced the acquisition of the historic 1862 David Walley’s Hot Springs Resort and Spa in Genoa, Nevada from 1862, LLC and other affiliates of Summer Winds Resorts.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Nov. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/20/2018 - 7:30amGood day Carson City. Today is Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, and it is the final deadline day to vote on the future of a grant that would help fund the highly successful summer outdoor concert series hosted by the Brewery Arts Center and Levitt AMP.
Motorists Advised: Sierra storms could dump foot of snow during Thanksgiving travel period
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/19/2018 - 3:06pmWith up to a foot of snow expected in the high Sierra this week during the Thanksgiving holiday travel period, the National Weather Service on Monday issued a Winter Storm Watch for the greater Lake Tahoe area and Mono County.
How and where to cut your Christmas Tree for 2018
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 11/19/2018 - 11:21amThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit began the sale of Christmas tree permits on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018. Permits to cut Christmas trees on the Carson and Bridgeport Ranger Districts of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest have been available since Nov. 1.
Carson City weather: Valley rain and Sierra snow ahead for Thanksgiving holiday travel
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/19/2018 - 9:57amUPDATE: Are you ready for a weather change Carson City? The National Weather Service urges holiday travelers to plan now for impacts as systems are coming together that will likely bring gusty winds, valley rain and mountain snow ahead of Thanksgiving and into Saturday.