February 2021
With rise in winter-related fatalities, Forest Service reminds public land users to recreate responsibly
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/17/2021 - 1:16pm
In light of recent tragic events and the 21 fatalities during the 2020-2021 winter season, the USDA Forest Service wants to remind recreationists to think ahead, plan, and prepare for their outings on National Forest System lands and to recreate responsibly.
Carson City arrests: Driver who 'shot past' deputy with lights off jailed for reckless driving
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/17/2021 - 11:37am
A 34-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday morning for suspicion of misdemeanor reckless driving and driving with a suspended license, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office arrest report.
Citizens' Climate Lobby, Carson City Chapter Monthly Meeting is Online
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/17/2021 - 11:35am
Event Date:
March 2, 2021 - 6:30pm Climate Lobby and Citizens’ Climate Education will hold a March 2 meeting on Zoom. Our purpose is to develop and implement activities that provide accurate information about climate change and what can be done to mitigate the effects of climate change.
Everyone is welcome to attend the online Zoom meeting by contacting our email (cclcarsoncity@gmail.com) by March 1. If you are not familiar with Zoom, let us know and we can supply information on how to use Zoom. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.
Comstock adjusts self for Virginia City's return of Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry, limited tickets available
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/17/2021 - 10:38amEvent Date:
March 13, 2021 (All day)
Virginia City is known for having balls — and they are back with the 30th annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry, set for March 13, 2021. The classic St. Patrick’s Day celebration of Irish and Basque heritage is happening, but with major modifications to accommodate current guidelines. But one thing is for certain, this original sack lunch doesn’t hold back.
Carson City School District to host community meeting focused on equity in education
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/17/2021 - 9:54amEvent Date:
February 24, 2021 - 6:00pm
The Carson City School District will host a community meeting focused on its Strategic Plan and equity in education Wednesday, Feb. 24, 6:00-7:30 p.m., via Zoom.
Agencies work on solution for sunken and abandoned boats on Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/17/2021 - 9:15am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — For over 100 years, some boat owners were known to scuttle their boats in Lake Tahoe instead of paying for dismantling or removal. In the case of the SS Tahoe, it was meant to be an underwater museum near the shore of Glenbrook in 1940 after spending years docked and rusting in Tahoe City, but a miscalculation of the slope caused the boat to sink to almost 400 feet under water. An underwater trail highlights boats and barges sunk in Emerald Bay.
Quad County, Carson City COVID-19 briefing for Feb. 13-16; vaccination event rescheduled
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/16/2021 - 6:17pm
Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting its weekend COVID-19 statistics for the capital city, Quad County area from Feb. 13 to Feb. 16, 2021.
Bill introduced in Carson City to keep Nevada Day on October 31st
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/16/2021 - 5:42pm
CARSON CITY, Nev. (KOLO) - A Southern Nevada Assemblymember has introduced a bill in the state legislature to keep Nevada Day on October 31st.
Assembly leader bill would transition Nevada to a primary, become first presidential nominating state
Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/16/2021 - 5:22pm
Assembly Speaker Jason Frierson has introduced legislation that would not only transition Nevada away from a caucus to a primary for the 2024 presidential cycle, but also leapfrog New Hampshire and Iowa to become the first nominating state in the country.
Carson City Soroptimist profiles 2021 'Women Helping Women' honoree Niki Gladys
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/16/2021 - 4:14pm
In a final series of profiles, Soroptimist International of Carson City is pleased to introduce 2021 “Women Helping Women” honoree Niki Gladys, who is among eight local women to be honored this Thursday, Feb. 18.
