Tourism
Spring Back into Silver State history: Travel Nevada embraces historical, legendary experiences
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/17/2020 - 3:58pmCARSON CITY — A new museum as well as recreation, entertainment and dining opportunities will bloom this spring in Nevada. From the opening of the Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum in Carson City to the debut of new restaurants in Las Vegas, Nevada delivers uncommon experiences this season.
Former Reno mayor, lieutenant governor Bob Cashell dies at 81
Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/11/2020 - 12:46pmBob Cashell, the former longtime mayor of Reno and Nevada lieutenant governor known for his big personality, died on Tuesday. He was 81.
Jim Bauserman, a family friend, confirmed the news to The Nevada Independent. Community leaders, including current Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve, offered tributes on Tuesday.
Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell delivers his last ‘State of the City’ address
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 1:16pmDuring the annual “State of the City” address Friday at Gold Dust West, Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell gave his last speech of its kind, as he is retiring at the end of this year.
The State of the City address is a way community members can be kept up to date on everything going on in our capital city, including achievements, challenges, and everything in between.
Updates included achievements such as the completion of the water pipeline from Douglas County to Carson City, the Complete Streets Project, Tesla’s grant for the Carson City School District, the first new park opening in 12 years, the opening of the Disc Golf course, and more.
Meeting of Northern Nevada county managers highlights growth, housing and industry
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/22/2020 - 6:36pmCounty managers representing Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, Storey, Churchill and Mineral counties gathered Wednesday in Carson City as a part of Northern Nevada Development Authority's annual “State of the Counties” meeting.
New Nevada Visitor’s Guide offers a quick 2020 fix for adventure seekers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/14/2020 - 10:20amCARSON CITY — A new year signals new adventures, and travelers can plan a one-of-a-kind experience with the 2020 Nevada Visitor’s Guide. The guide’s new Quick Fix section answers the need for insider info on quirky roadside stops, local music venues, only-in-Nevada products and more.
5 Questions for Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ronni Hannaman
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 12:17pmOn this week's installment of Carson Now's Five Questions series, we speak with Ronni Hannaman, Executive Director of the Carson City Chamber of Commerce about her position with the chamber, advice for business owners, and more.
Douglas County Commission votes support for Gardnerville community plan to keep wild horses wild
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/07/2020 - 5:05pmThe Douglas County Board of County Commissioners passed a resolution Tuesday stating the County's support for the local wild horses and the Pine Nut Wild Horse Advocates, the Gardnerville community organization working to protect local wild horses.
New events center, potential casino sale could boost prospects for South Tahoe market
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/04/2020 - 5:37pmSTATELINE — Mont Bleu, a resort that has gone by three names and had five owners in 41 years, is playing a central role in the future of the South Lake Tahoe gaming market.
Eldorado Resorts CEO Thomas Reeg said the Reno-based company will need to sell at least one of the three casinos it will own in Tahoe once a $17.3 billion merger/buyout of Caesars Entertainment is completed early next year.
'Visit Carson City' launches rebranding of website and logo
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/31/2019 - 12:37pmThe Carson City Culture and Tourism Authority's, "Visit Carson City," has launched a rebrand of the website and logo for the New Year.
Travel Nevada names Lake Tahoe man as new international market manager
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 11:53amCARSON CITY — Juraj “George” Sojka of Stateline, Nev., has joined the Nevada Division of Tourism, also known as Travel Nevada, as its new international market manager. Sojka will oversee Travel Nevada’s efforts in Europe and the United Kingdom. He brings about 10 years of sales, marketing and management experience to the position.
Read 'Letters to Santa' from local children
Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 7:11pmRead the entries from this year's Letters to Santa, turned in by local children at the Homestead Holidays event last weekend.
Click on the links below to read the letters.
Letters to Santa is sponsored by:
- Capital Glass
- Carson City Culture and Tourism Authority
- Carson Now
- Lumos & Associates
- Miles Construction
- Allison MacKenzie, ltd.
- Firehouse Subs
- Q&D Construction
- Western Nevada Supply
- Resource Concepts, Inc.
- Quickspace
- Visiting Angels
Lecture tells of Carson City Mint’s architect and architecture
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/09/2019 - 4:05pmThe U.S. Mint Building in Carson City is one of the city’s most recognizable, enduring and beloved structures. Those adjectives likely would not apply to Alfred B. Mullett, the man who designed the building, now home to the Nevada State Museum, 150 years ago — especially “beloved.”
Northern Nevada Development Authority relocates to Downtown Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 3:45pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority has relocated its offices to downtown Carson City inside Adams Hub of Northern Nevada, 308 North Curry Street, Suite 101.
Professional development podcast aims to educate and excite practitioners of all levels in Northern Nevada
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/22/2019 - 1:33pmThe Sierra Nevada Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) announced the launch of its first podcast, Better PR, this week. The first three episodes are currently available on the chapter’s website at prsasierra.org/Podcast and will also stream on popular podcast platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcast in the future.
Obituary: William 'Bill' Clarence Thornton, 1934-2019
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 10:27amWilliam "Bill" Clarence Thornton, father, attorney, pilot, part-time cowboy, corny joke-teller, and mentor to many, had his final flight on Tuesday, November 5th, 2019 after gracefully charting his course with Parkinson's Disease for over twenty years. Bill died peacefully at home in hospice care surrounded by loved ones.
WNC professor volunteers in the Bahamas recovery after Hurricane Dorian
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 6:32pmWhy would someone leave a comfortable life and go to a disaster zone?
“Well, it is a good question! Maybe one of the answers is that what keeps my life comfortable, is knowing that when I have the opportunity to help others, I will do it. If I had not gone, I think I would not have felt comfortable with my life, sitting down and doing nothing” Lior Singer answered.
Nevada joins 16 states promoting outdoor recreation, environmental stewardship
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 11:23amIt’s official. On Thursday, Nevada joined the “Confluence of States,” a coalition of 16 bipartisan states centered on a set of shared principles, common values, and best practices surrounding outdoor recreation and conservation.
NDOT begins installation of new gateway welcome signs on U.S. 395
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 11:07amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation has begun installation of new “Welcome to Nevada” monuments on U.S. 395 at two entrances into the state.
Virginia City's Comstock Museum features Mustangs in the Great Basin exhibition
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/14/2019 - 3:27pmVIRGINIA CITY, Nev. — The Comstock History Center Museum presents “Honest Horses: A Portrait of the Mustang in the Great Basin” featuring photographs by Paula Morin depicting an uncommon view of the significance of the wild horse to the Great Basin.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Oct. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/13/2019 - 5:31pmGoing into Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and a high near 70. The first day of the work week is deadline day to get nominations in for the Carson City Carson City 2019 Mayor's Arts Awards. Events around the capital city include a luncheon with Lt. Governor Kate Marshall, the second of a six-week standup comedy class, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more.
Lieutenant Governor to speak at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 10:51pmFeatured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Kate Marshall, who on Jan. 7, 2019 became the 35th Lieutenant Governor of the State of Nevada. From 2007 to 2015, she served as Nevada's 21st State Treasurer.
Douglas County Businesses Receive 2019 Spotlight Awards
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 2:50pmMinden, NV - For the sixth consecutive year, several Douglas County businesses were recognized with a Spotlight Award. This year’s awards were given at the Critical Issues Conference held on Thursday, September 26, 2019. The Spotlight Awards recognized businesses in 7 different categories: Business and Professional Service, Entrepreneur, Manufacturing and Production, Restaurant, Retail, Sports and Recreation, and Tourism and Hospitality.
The Road Ahead at Tahoe: Redevelopment, Collaboration, Community and Climate
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/22/2019 - 9:10amI recently had the pleasure of speaking to several hundred Tahoe City residents on a warm summer evening in August. I was there for a celebration that has been a long time coming.
Residents gathered in the parking lot of the blighted Henrikson Building to take a ceremonial swing of the hammer — to say goodbye to an eyesore of a building whose useful life came to an end years ago. They were also there to celebrate what will soon take shape as Tahoe City’s first new hotel in more than 60 years.
Volunteer scuba divers join with non-profits to clean trash from 72 miles of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/06/2019 - 11:11amIn wake of the recent studies conducted by Desert Research Institute and UC Davis finding microplastics in Lake Tahoe, local 501(c)(3), "Clean up the Lake" in partnership with Tahoe Dive Center, have decided to speed up their announcement of their pre-existing plan to do a 72-mile underwater-scuba trash clean up of the entire shoreline of Lake Tahoe in Nevada and California.
Dayton Chamber Awarded Rural Tourism Grant
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/30/2019 - 8:12amJohn Cassinelli, president of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, has announced that Travel Nevada and the Nevada State Department of Tourism have awarded the Chamber a $9,600 rural tourism marketing grant. The money will be used to develop a completely re-branded website which will be revealed the first week of October 2019.
Events and happenings in Carson City for Saturday, Aug. 24
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/24/2019 - 12:24amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! We’ve got a ton of great events going on today in the capital city. Check out below to see what’s brewing through the weekend!
Saturday, August 24
HopeFest, Comstock rodeo and jazz festival finale: Carson City region lined up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 6:44pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days, including HopeFest9 on Friday, dirt bike races at Fuji Park, a job fair at Eagle Valley Children's Home, and the final weekend of the Jazz and Beyond festival and Levitt AMP outdoor concert series at the Brewery Arts Center.
Carson City Jazz and Beyond to auction 3 mannequins during last week of festival
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/19/2019 - 5:36pmMile High Jazz Band Association announces that mannequins will be auctioned off by silent auction during Jazz & Beyond concerts. Proceeds benefit Carson City Arts and Culture Coalition's scholarship fund for a student of the arts.
Governor appoints Amanda Horn to Nevada Arts Council board
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/19/2019 - 3:44pmCARSON CITY — Gov. Steve Sisolak has appointed Amanda Horn of Reno to a four-year term on the Nevada Arts Council Board. Horn is senior vice president of communications for the Nevada Museum of Art, a position she has held since 2013.
Comstock saddles up for Virginia City Rodeo and Fiesta del Charro
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/18/2019 - 12:37pmSaddle up with a giddy up to the Comstock August 24-25, as the rodeo returns to Virginia City bringing with it a full force of western and cultural heritage beginning with a longhorn cattle drive right down the center of town. The 4th annual Virginia City Rodeo and Fiesta del Charro features a mutton bustin’ tournament, classic bull fighting, traditional rodeo events and a celebration of Hispanic heritage.