August 2022
Specialist to discuss NV Energy's natural disaster plan at Carson City Rotary meeting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/28/2022 - 10:54amEvent Date:
August 30, 2022 - 12:00pm
The safety of NV Energy customers and the environment is the topic at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting, happening Tuesday, August 30 in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: The importance of merriment
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/28/2022 - 9:30am
It was only a photograph, yet it pulled on my heart strings. It was a photo of soccer fans celebrating a win by dancing gleefully in a London street fountain, a scene of unbridled merriment to make any heart sing. Glancing at that picture for five seconds put five days on my already long life.
USAF Jazz Band to perform free concert today at Governor’s Mansion in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/28/2022 - 8:49am
The month of August in Carson City is dedicated to “all that jazz,” and although the official Jazz & Beyond Carson City Music Festival officially came to a close Sunday, August 21, the Carson City Chamber is pleased to announce the United State Air Force Commanders Jazz Ensemble will extend the enjoyment of jazz in our city for yet another free Sunday concert happening today, August 28 at 3 p.m., in the beautiful backyard of the Governor’s Mansion.
$18.9M grant awarded to expand Internet access to Carson area, Nevada Tribal Communities
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/28/2022 - 8:20am
The Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada has received an $18.9 million grant from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to expand Internet access to 11 tribal communities in the Nevada, according to an announcement by the Council and Gov. Steve Sisolak.
Dayton Chamber Presents Economic Development in Lyon County Luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/28/2022 - 7:54am
Event Date:
Repeats every 6 days until Mon Oct 10 2022 .
October 12, 2022 - 11:30am The Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its 2nd Annual "Economic Development in Lyon County" luncheon, October 12, 11:30 a.m. at Dayton Valley Golf Club. Inflation, supply chain, fuel? How do these things affect our economy and local government? Moderated by Chamber President John Cassinelli, the panel features Jim Feser, Nevada Builders Alliance President; Jeff Page, Lyon County Manager, and Jeff Sutich, Norther Nevada Development Authority Executive Director. Please RSVP by October 10 by calling (775) 246-7909.
Kid's Zone at Dayton Valley Days
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/28/2022 - 7:18am
Event Date:
Repeats every 4 days until Thu Sep 15 2022 .
September 17, 2022 - 9:00am Come join us at the Kid's Zone at Dayton Valley Days, September 17-18, 2022 in historic downtown Dayton! The Kid's Zone is brought to you by Calvary Chapel Children's Ministries of Dayton. The Bounce House is courtesy of the Dayton Clubhouse of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mason Valley.
Carson City road report for week of August 29 through Sept. 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/28/2022 - 7:14am
Here is the Carson City road report for the week of August 29 through Sept. 4, 2022. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Tuition-free youth strings music programs begin Monday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/28/2022 - 6:15am
Carson City Symphony's comprehensive program of string instruction begins the last week of August at four locations in Carson City. Symphony Youth Strings provides free beginning violin lessons for students grades 2 to 5; a beginning cello program, and ensemble/orchestra experience for string students in all grades.
Tuition and books are subsidized by the Carson City Symphony Association and some scholarships are available for instruments.
Douglas search and rescue provides water safety training to more than 100 Carson Valley youth
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/28/2022 - 6:00am
MINDEN — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Team, a volunteer based nonprofit organization, completed another successful summer water safety training series on Saturday, August 20, along with the Carson Valley Swim Center and its staff. More than 100 youth and their parents learned the basics of water safety in and around lakes and rivers. Those trained included junior lifeguards swim lesson attendees, cub scouts, and girl scouts.
Flat Track dirt bikes take over Fuji Park this weekend
Submitted by Alejandra Rubio on Sat, 08/27/2022 - 1:54pmEvent Date:
August 27, 2022 - 8:00am
As spectators filled the seats last night, Detective Joe Trotter from the Carson City Sheriff's office was getting ready in the pit for his friendly match in the fireman and policeman challenge.
"There are many good firemen out there, and we hope to beat them," Trotter said. "It's good because it's not our profession, it's our hobby. We are here for the love of the sport, and you will see some fighting today for the win."
Harvey from the Fire Department in Minden won the friendly match last night.
