Yerington
Carson's Got Talent fundraiser for Meals on Wheels is tonight
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 04/14/2018 - 2:45pmCarson’s Got Talent, a talent show featuring performers from Reno, Lake Tahoe, Carson City, Douglas County, Dayton and Yerington, hits the stage at the Bob Boldrick Theater in Carson City Saturday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Celebrity judges named for Carson’s Got Talent show to benefit Carson City Meals on Wheels
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/09/2018 - 8:49pmCARSON CITY — Carson’s Got Talent, an evening extravaganza of regional talent at the Bob Boldrick Theater, April 14 at 6:30 p.m., announced its panel of celebrity judges this week.
Lyon County Commissioners to present fiscal year 2019 budget in Yerington
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/30/2018 - 8:12amThe Lyon County Board of Commissioners will be presenting the fiscal year 2019 budget April 4-5 in Yerington.
NHP: Yerington man identified in fatal crash after failing to yield for law enforcement
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/07/2018 - 4:16pmA Yerington man has been identified in a fatal crash that happened Monday night on State Route 208 in Lyon County.
Healthy Communities Coalition’s March and April Guest Speakers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/06/2018 - 2:01pmHealthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties’ hosts monthly breakfast meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 9 a.m. Diverse groups and community volunteers gather to share news and to collaborate on system changes that improve access to affordable, local food and to health care, and that support community-based, sustainable economic development.
Yerington senior wins Poetry Out Loud state finals
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 03/04/2018 - 9:28amYerington High School senior Grey Hunt has become accustomed to hearing her name called at the Nevada Poetry Out Loud State Finals, but the two-time defending state winner admitted to being a nervous after three rounds on Saturday.
Free Cooking Class this Monday in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/25/2018 - 11:51amDAYTON, Nev. — Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties' free cooking class and dinner is on February 26th at 5:30pm at the Dayton Community Center at 170 Pike Street. This month, the focus is on ‘Boosting Moods With Foods.’
Carson, Douglas, Lyon and Storey students to compete in Poetry Out Loud state finals
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/22/2018 - 12:21pmNine high school students from around the state will take center stage at the 13th annual Nevada Poetry Out Loud State Finals, Saturday, March 3.
Mac the Naw: Ice fishing at Red Lake, Mason Valley opens for season
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/15/2018 - 10:16pmHello fellow anglers, we now have another area in Nevada that is open to fishing. On Feb. 9, the Mason Valley Wildlife management area opened for the season.
Helicopter Ambulance Subscription Info Meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/07/2018 - 4:07pmGreat news! Did you know that if you have to be flown to Renown via helicopter ambulance that the standard ground ambulance subscription will not cover the helicopter ride? AirMed will be here on Saturday, March 3rd between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Blaqk Coffee located at 655 US Hwy 50 East, Dayton, NV for an information session.
And even more good news! There will also be an information session in Silver Springs, on March 3rd from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Pizza Factory. We just confirmed it!
Cooperative Extension offers program on combating Nevada’s bedbug problems
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/01/2018 - 11:15amCARSON CITY — As the number of families in Nevada being affected by bedbugs continues to increase, eight University of Nevada Cooperative Extension offices across the state will offer a free program Feb. 21 aimed at providing the most recent research-based information on prevention, detection and control measures.
Mac the Naw: Don't let the spring-like temperatures fool you, local waters remain frigid
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/01/2018 - 10:29amHello fellow anglers, it feels like spring time outside. We are having a strange and different weather pattern from last year are we not? But a reminder here that it is still winter. The weather temperatures outside may be comfortable, but the water temperatures are very frigid.
Prohibition of medical marijuana may be lifted in Lyon County
Submitted by editor on Fri, 01/26/2018 - 12:19pmYERINGTON — Lyon County Manager Jeff Page announced Friday that the Board of Commissioners will hear a pair of ordinances that would rescind the prohibition on medical marijuana and address the licensing and zoning requirements for both recreational and medical marijuana on Feb. 1, 2018.
Free Cooking Class and Dinner in Dayton this Monday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/21/2018 - 2:22pmDAYTON — The public is warmly invited to join dietitian Kim Mason and chef Cynthia Kroon for a healthy cooking demonstration, followed by dinner, on Monday, Jan. 22, 5:30pm at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street. Bring a friend or meet news ones at the free class. There’s no need to register, and everyone is welcome.
Pioneer Crossing casinos in Dayton, Yerington and Fernley under new ownership
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 10:51amThree Lyon County casinos and property owned by Pioneer Crossing casinos, LLC have been bought by Truckee Gaming, company officials announced this week after the deal was completed and approved last month by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
WNC announces 322 students on Fall Dean’s List
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/04/2018 - 9:58amWestern Nevada College has named 322 students to the Fall 2017 Dean’s List. To earn this distinction, students must complete at least 12 units during the semester and accumulate a grade point average of 3.50 or higher. Honorees include:
Presentations teach radon safety, offer free radon test kits
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/30/2017 - 3:15pmJanuary is National Radon Action Month, and the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s (UNCE) Radon Education Program is offering free short-term radon test kits to Nevadans from Jan. 1 through Feb. 28.
Carson City, Lyon and Douglas schools rated above and below standards in state report card
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Fri, 12/15/2017 - 3:05pmNevada's school performance report card was released Thursday with three Carson City schools, three Douglas County schools, and two Lyon County schools earning above-the-standards recognition in the freshly released Nevada School Performance Framework data.
Yerington High School students show support for Carson High School students
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/12/2017 - 1:51pmFree Cooking Class and Dinner this Monday in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 12/09/2017 - 8:38pmDAYTON — The public is warmly invited to join dietitian Kim Mason and chef Cynthia Kroon for a healthy cooking demonstration, followed by dinner, on Monday Dec. 11, 2017 at 5:30pm at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street. The class is completely free, no need to register, and everyone is welcome.
Free Cooking Class and Dinner Monday in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/19/2017 - 3:41pmDayton, Nevada– The public is warmly invited to join dietitian Kim Mason and chef Cynthia Kroon for a healthy cooking demonstration, followed by dinner, on Monday November 20, 2017 at 5:30pm at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street. The class is completely free, no need to register, and everyone is welcome.
Jury reaches guilty verdict in Lyon County child molestation case
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/30/2017 - 10:52amAn 81-year-old Yerington man was found guilty of three counts sexual assault on a child, one count of lewdness with a child under 14, and one count of open and gross lewdness, following a week long jury trial in Lyon County.
Pesticide Safety Education Workshop offered statewide November 13
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/23/2017 - 2:04pmCarson City, Nev. – University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, in partnership with the Nevada Department of Agriculture, is offering a workshop Nov. 13 to train people throughout the state how to properly use pesticides. The workshop is meant for certified applicators and those wanting to become certified, including people who regularly handle pesticides as part of their jobs, such as farmers, ranchers, park employees and groundskeepers. Attendees will receive continuing education units.
Lyon County Citizen Advisory Board Openings
Submitted by editor on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 3:26pmIn December 2017 the Lyon County Board of Commissioners will be appointing citizens to various Citizen Advisory Boards. Citizen Advisory Boards are established by the Lyon County Commission to represent residents of Lyon County in designated geographical areas.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Sept. 23 – 24
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 6:38pmOne might think that the end of summer means that the fun times are over: they would be wrong. This list of happenings in the Carson City area isn’t getting any shorter. The annual Genoa Candy Dance is a favorite among locals and visitors alike, and this weekend welcomes the first ever Silver State Arts Festival at Fuji Park, as well. The first ever Community Garage Sale at the Community Center offers one-stop bargain hunting. Swing into the season at the monthly dance party hosted by the High Sierra Swing Dance Club.
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Both Carson City suspects in Oregon homicide now in custody
Submitted by admin on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 1:56pmUPDATE 10:59PM: Suspect Kyle Steele turned himself in late Monday night at the sheriff's office administration building, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong. Both suspects are now in custody.
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UPDATE 5:54PM: One of the two suspects in an Oregon homicide late Saturday, Tevin Lafond of Carson City, is in Lyon County custody, according to Sheriff Ken Furlong. Suspect Kyle Steele remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous.
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Two men from Carson City believed to be connected to a homicide in Oregon are being sought by Washoe Tribal Police and Oregon authorities, with Carson City Sheriff's Office SWAT team providing backup.
Lyon County jury rules man guilty in 2016 murder of Dayton woman
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 12:15pmA 56-year-old man was found guilty of first degree murder with use of a deadly weapon and destruction of evidence in the April 2016 murder of a Dayton woman.
Lyon County manager aims to get county physically, fiscally healthy
Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/14/2017 - 12:56pmYERINGTON — Lyon County Manager Jeff Page has announced a new initiative to address the physical and fiscal health of Lyon County. Page explained Lyon County ranks 14 out of 17 in the Health Outcome Rankings and 15 out of 17 in the Health Factor Outcomes.
New Disabled American Veterans Chapter 7 Grand Opening in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 8:23amAttention family members of any disabled American Veteran in the Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville, Dayton, TRE, Topaz, Lake Tahoe, Yerington or anywhere south of Washoe Valley: We are starting an Auxiliary for DAV Chapter 7 in Carson City.
Local Artists Stevenson and Foster Display The Power of Light
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/31/2017 - 12:09pmLocal artists Deborah Stevenson and Deborah Foster collaborate to bring a vibrant new exhibit, The Power of Light, to the Nevada Artists Association Gallery (NAA) Sept. 10 – Oct. 20, 2017. Offering a fresh perspective and dazzling light, this exhibit showcases popular scenes such as Death Valley, Emerald Bay, and Pyramid Lake. The public is invited to attend a free reception with refreshments from 5-7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 14 at the NAA Gallery, 449 W. King Street, Carson City. The gallery is open Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and during wine walk.