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Governor's office says Nugget Project proponents overstating their support

A letter from Gov. Jim Gibbon's office states that a feasibility study done for the Carson City Center Project (AKA Nugget Project) has "overstated" the governor's support of the project.

Carson City Chamber of Commerce honors volunteers

At the Chamber's Annual Meeting held at Duke’s Steakhouse inside the Casino Fandango on Monday, June 21, outgoing Chairman of the Board Jim Smolenski honored special people who helped the Chamber grow during his tenure.

Honored were:

JOHN HOY – VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

At least one dead in three-vehicle accident near Carson City

Two people are dead in a three-vehicle head-on accident that happened this morning at Highway 50 and the V&T Railroad Bridge in Mound House, according to a Nevada Highway Patrol dispatcher.

Carson City sees strong primary turnout; Republican and sheriff races dominate

With less than two hours to go before Carson City polls close, Clerk/Recorder Alan Glover reports a busy primary day with a voter turnout, when all is said and done, that may be around 45 percent.
"It's going real well. The turnout is much better than we expected," Glover said, adding that early voting and absentee returns should represent about 30 percent of the cast ballots.
The breakdown in turnout seems to be largely Republican, with a 60-40 split, however the race for Carson City sheriff may be bringing out a lot of non-partisans and Democrats, he said.

Initiative petition filed to put Carson City Center/Nugget Project on ballot

An initiative petition has been filed with the city clerk to put the Carson City Center Project, AKA Nugget Project, on the ballot in 2012.

The petition asks, "The proposed 1/8 cent sales tax increase for the proposed Carson City Center Project (formerly known as the Nugget Project) shall be placed on the 2012 general election ballot for a vote of the people." Copies of the paperwork are attached below.

Carson City company tied to actor Kevin Costner may aid in oil spill

A Carson City company, Costner Industries Nevada Corporation, which actor Kevin Costner finances, may have developed a system with another company owned by the actor that will be deployed by BP and the U.S.

Open House for Carson Valley Rock Club

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Wed May 26 2010 .

We're ready to show you what we've built so far, we'll share what we've found, talk about the different things you want your rock club to do for you!

Light snacks and beverages will be provided, and everyone is eligible for fun door prizes provided by kind donations from Rocking And Rolling: “Purveyors Of Mining And Railroad Collectables,” on historic Telegraph Square in Carson City!

We look forward to meeting you, and if you can't make it that night; please call Jeanette 267-5144, Kris 790-4027 or e-mail us: cvrockclub@live.com !

Thank you.

Tort Reform Attorney Questions History Making Hepatitus C Verdict in One of Nation’s “Judicial heckHoles”

A Clark County District Court jury last Friday ordered Teva Pharmaceutical Industries and Baxter Healthcare Services to pay a combined $500 million in punitive damages to a Nevada man who contracted Hepatitis C during an outbreak two years ago.
The jury award was the largest in Nevada history.
In a statement issued shortly after the jury reached its decision, Teva said it planned to contest the verdict.  A spokesman for Baxter later confirmed the company will also most likely appeal.

Carson City Sheriff’s Protective Association endorses Guimont

Deputies of the Carson City Sheriff’s Protective Association have endorsed fellow officer Bob Guimont for the city's top elected law enforcement leadership position.

Of the 75 ballots cast, and 60 returned, Guimont racked up 45 votes, or 86.5 percent of the actual votes cast, followed by incumbent sheriff Ken Furlong with four votes and challenger Bob White, a sheriff's office captain, with three votes. Of the returned ballots, five were marked No Candidate and three of the votes were not counted because they were not sealed.

New Homebrewing Store Open - Just Brew It

Thank you Carson City and surrounding areas for a wonderful first 3 weeks of business! We are excited to be here.

Democrats respond to Heller vote; says he took nearly $76K from insurance companies

Tracking Sunday's congressional health care vote, Carson Now quoted Congressman Dean Heller with a statement from his Web site.

Carson City Sheriffs' Protective Association statement to the Board of Supervisors

The following statement is from Don Gibson, president of the Carson City Sheriffs' Protective Association, which represents 77 employees. It was read to the Board of Supervisors today:

Thank You Carson Valley

News Carson City merges with Carson Now

The staff of Carson Now would like to officially welcome the readers of News Carson City. Dave Morgan started News Carson City as a cable access channel in 1994, and the NewsCarsonCity.com website in 2005. Through his tireless work, he built a great local news alternative.

Comment on Deputy Bob Guimont: Why I want to be Sheriff by Kowalski

So proud of Bob Guimont. Here is a man who has done right by everyone around him and now its time we citizens do right by him and elect him as our next Sheriff in June!

Comment on The internet strikes again – Hollywood Video closing stores by Dave Morgan

Thank you! Error on my part!

Comment on Sheriff’s race getting crowded by Kowalski

So proud of Mr. Guimont! I had the honor of attending last night along with almost 300 other citizens! The show of POSITIVE support was so motivating.

Comment on Commentary from Supervisor Pete Livermore: “Let the people vote on the Nugget Project” by Joe Childs

Thank you Mr. Livermore for bringing some sanity to the table!

Comment on Editorial: Why spend $50 million on the “last library?” by Dave Morgan

And thank you Ron for your comments.

Comment on Editorial: Why spend $50 million on the “last library?” by Ron Belbin

Ok…now you are talking about the specifics of the project instead making outlandish and uniformed sweeping statements.

Comment on Editorial: Why spend $50 million on the “last library?” by Dave Morgan

Well written. Provocative! Thank you for your contribution to the debate!

Comment on City Hall to create “citizen advisory panel” on the Nugget Project by dhataway

Thank you for your feedback and I know the staff is already busy. But I thought there was an existing committee that is advisory to the Redevelopment Board (BofS).

NNDA announces advisory committee

Northern Nevada Development Authority is pleased to announce the founding members of the Regional Real Estate & Affiliates Advisory Committee.

Comment on Website Updates Tonight by Joshua Johnston

Okay, there we go …How’s that?

Comment on Website Updates Tonight by Dave Morgan

Thank you, Josh. In other words, we don’t want our comment boxes to look like the Nevada Appeal or the Las Vegas Sun.

Comment on Mom and Pop’s Diner gets Redevelopment incentive funds for new restaurant at Carson Mall. by Spot

Thank you for the excellent explanation, Dave. I know a lot of people who were asking that same question — this does make sense, and our downtown does need help!

CC Parks Foundation holds annual “Thank You” at the PEP

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Individuals, organizations, and businesses who help strengthen Carson City Parks, a big thank you was awarded over the weekend down at the PEP at Mills Park.

CASA TRAINING STARTS NOV. 19

CASA OF CARSON CITY will begin a training for CASA advocates Nov. 19 6-9pm at the Carson City Juvenile Court. This will be the first of ten weekly training sessions.

Letters to the Editor 11/12

Letters to the Editor 11/12Staff Writer

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