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Mile High Jazz Band celebrates Pi Day tonight with 'Easy as Pi(e)' Big Band Jazz and Poetry
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/14/2017 - 6:32amThe Mile High Jazz Band with vocalist Cindee LeVal will be joined by several poets and readers on Tuesday, March 14, 2017, 7:30-9:30 p.m., for an evening of big-band music and poetry on the theme "Easy as Pi(e)."
Shoe Tree brewery opens Saturday in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/10/2017 - 9:54pmA soft open house for family and friends was held Friday evening at the all-new Shoe Tree Brewing Company, one day ahead of a public soft opening set for Saturday afternoon at 3 p.m., owners Jeff and Paul Young said Friday.
Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City reopens after flood damage
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/04/2017 - 5:27pmAlmost two months of closure came to an end Saturday as the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City reopened to the public following water damage caused by January flooding.
Remodel of former Carson City Sizzler building targeted for April completion
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 03/01/2017 - 10:43amThe former Sizzler restaurant building, located at 3033 North Carson Street, is transforming into a brand-new optometry office that will be the new home of The See Center in Carson City.
Eyes On Carson City: Flip the Lip at Lone Mountain Veterinary Hospital
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/25/2017 - 2:04pmVeterinary staff were on hand Saturday at Lone Mountain Veterinary Hospital during its Flip the Lip Open House, a free event featuring dental care education for pet owners.
America the Beautiful
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/23/2017 - 7:09pmIn January of this year, a Muslim mosque was criminally destroyed in Victoria, Texas. A community of approximately 65,000 residents. Immediately, other Victoria houses of worship offered Victoria Moslems to use their respective place of prayer until the rebuilding of the mosque.
Presently, in Victoria, the B'Nai Israel temple is being shared. A web site established by the Victoria Jewish community has collected over one-million dollars for the construction of a rebuilt mosque which has an estimated cost of nine-hundred thousand.
Business Spotlight: Graphics Factory relocated to South Carson Street in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 02/22/2017 - 10:36amThe Graphics Factory, a full service screen printing and embroidery shop in Carson City, has moved from its former location on East William Street between State Street and Saliman Road to 1400 South Carson Street next door to Batteries Plus.
Carson City Schools in session Tuesday morning
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 02/21/2017 - 7:37amThere are no school delays or closures to report in Carson City Tuesday morning, according to the Carson City School District web site.
Lone Mountain Veterinary in Carson City to host dental open house
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 02/20/2017 - 10:11pmHappy teeth make for healthy pets, said Katie Roberts, DVM, who is inviting pet owners to a special open house Saturday at Lone Mountain Veterinary Hospital in Carson City to learn the best methods for improving the dental care of their furry companions.
Clear Creek Bowmen Hell or High Water archery shoot
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/18/2017 - 4:37pmThe Clear Creek Bowmen will be hosting our annual "Hell or High Water Shoot" on Sunday March 12.
Registration starts at 8 a.m. and the shoot starts at 9 a.m.
The event is rain or shine, so get up, dust off your bow and come on out to the Centennial Park Archery Range and have some fun.
For more information, visit our web site: www.ClearCreekBowmen.com
Eyes On Carson City: Kitty love, doggy kisses
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/11/2017 - 7:06pmIn a weekend prelude to Valentine's Day, animal rescue organizations staged adoption events in Carson City Saturday to spread a little kitty and puppy love.
Carson City crews to assess flood damage over next several days
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/11/2017 - 10:14amThe latest atmospheric river system having moved out of the area late Friday afternoon, the Carson City Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has closed its operation, a press release from the Municipality of Carson City said.
Carson City School District cancels classes Friday due to flood event
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 9:19amThe Carson City School District web site has announced that Friday classes are now canceled.
A weather-related flood event in the area is causing disruption on several local roadways as storm drains have reached their capacities and excess water is collecting in streets around town.
Carson City has activated its Emergency Operations Center to coordinate efforts to control flood waters in and around the Nevada state capital.
NRHA expands services, space in Carson City with ribbon cutting
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 9:33pmThe Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) officially introduced a new suite addition to its office space — located at 3695 Desatoya Drive in East Carson City — Wednesday with a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house event for the public.
Community assembles at Wild Horse Gallery for ribbon cutting in Carson Mall
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 8:42pmThe Carson City Chamber of Commerce, community dignitaries, representatives from the Carson Mall and others gathered Wednesday night at the new Wild Horse Gallery and Decor store inside the Carson Mall.
Downtown Carson City open for business as legislature begins new session
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 02/06/2017 - 7:58pmThe 79th regular session of the biennial Nevada Legislature began Monday morning, drawing dozens of lawmakers, their staff and a crowd of lobbyists to Carson City for the next 120 days to vote on bills and craft a budget for the state's 2017-19 biennium.
Miss Carson City, Douglas County 2017 crowned
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 12:04amA year can pass very quickly. Just ask Samantha Byassee and Karrina Ferris, who were crowned Miss Carson City and Miss Carson City Outstanding Teen, respectively, in 2016.
One year later, the two reigning local titleholders in the Miss America organization turned their crowns over to the 2017 winners Saturday night on stage in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street in Carson City.
Mac the Naw: Winter fishing bodes well in Sierra, Indian Creek and Topaz Lake
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/26/2017 - 10:35pmHello fellow anglers, the weather may be questionable but many anglers are getting out and doing well. You just need to dress a little warmer for the occasion.
Carson City commute for Jan. 24: No controls at lower elevations, schools on schedule
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 01/24/2017 - 7:39amThere are currently no controls on roads and highways at lower elevations in Northwestern Nevada, including Interstate 580, U.S. Highway 395, Old 395 Alternate through the Washoe Valley and U.S. Highway 50 East from Carson City, according to the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT).
Rock Steady Carson City celebrates boxer of the month for January
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 01/23/2017 - 5:18pmRock Steady Boxing Northern Nevada, a Carson City-based exercise club for individuals suffering from Parkinson's Disease and Parkinson's-like symptoms, has recognized member Bob Sanders as its Boxer of the Month for January.
Carson City's Rock Steady Boxing expands to Reno
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 01/23/2017 - 11:55amTazmanian Boxing Club owner and certified Rock Steady Boxing Club trainer Francisco Rodriguez is taking the fight against Parkinson's Disease to another level.
The former Bantam-weight professional boxing champion is expanding the program introduced to Carson City in December 2015 to the Truckee Meadows starting Tuesday.
Carson City commute for Jan. 23: Road controls, school delays or closures in effect
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 01/23/2017 - 8:04amCommuters coming into or going out of Carson City Monday morning can expect hazardous driving conditions on roads and highways in town and surrounding areas with packed snow and ice.
Motorists are advised to give themselves extra time to reach their destinations.
Paradise Salon and Wellness Spa celebrates three years with wellness fair
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/21/2017 - 8:26pmPerry and Starr Nixdorf, along with their staff, celebrated three years in business Saturday at Paradise Salon and Wellness Spa, 3430 Executive Pointe Way in Carson City, with a community wellness fair and blood drive.
Eyes on Carson City: Let it snow and snow and snow...
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/21/2017 - 8:09pmWith more than six inches on the ground already in places around Carson City, the area is about to get hit again with an even stronger winter storm very early Sunday morning through Monday morning.
Carson City Weather for Jan. 22: Significant snowfall throughout Northwestern Nevada
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/21/2017 - 7:32pmThe National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has placed a winter storm warning in effect for Western Nevada from about midnight Sunday through early Monday morning around 4 a.m.
Senator Square: Second semester in full swing at CHS
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/21/2017 - 5:53pmCarson High School students are currently working with great intensity to fulfill their Senior Projects, a graduation requirement.
All those involved encourage students to pursue a personal interest, something to benefit others, or something to prepare themselves for their future.
Carson City Commute for Jan. 20: Snow, ice and hazardous roads
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/20/2017 - 8:04amInauguration Day in the Nevada state capital is forecast to be snowy, according to reports from the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno, which has posted a winter weather advisory until 10 p.m. Friday.
Carson City Chamber's 2017 luncheon series kicks off Jan. 24
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 01/17/2017 - 11:32amThe Carson City Chamber of Commerce holds its first Soup's On Luncheon series of 2017 on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 11 a.m. inside the Gold Dust West Hotel Casino on E. William Street in Carson City.
Business Spotlight: Flowing Chi Medical offers best of both worlds
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/13/2017 - 3:08pmAll too often, patients end up having to choose between either eastern or western medicine for care. But not at Flowing Chi Medical, where patients can receive the benefits of both modalities in the same clinic.
Carson City Commute for Jan. 13: Carson City schools on one hour delay
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/13/2017 - 8:40amCarson City schools are on a one-hour delay Friday morning, according to the Carson City School District web site, following significant snowfall Thursday that partially melted and then froze overnight.