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Hot August Nights, outdoor concerts, park history walks and more: Carson City region in store for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/01/2019 - 6:03pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days, including Hot August Nights Kickoff Rallies in Virginia City, history walks at Mormon Station Park, pickleball at the Carson City MAC, concerts at the Brewery Arts Center and TJ’s Corral, a Muscle Powered Sunday morning bike ride and more!
Guest Speakers and Mo'z Motley Blues at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/30/2019 - 11:52amThe month of August begins with a presentation on “The Great State Embezzlement,” Mo’z Motley Blues in concert and a presentation on “The History of Baseball in Nevada” at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
On Sunday, August 4, at 10 a.m., Glen Whorton, President of the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society, returns to the park to speak on this year’s topic “The Great State Embezzlement.” This is a free event for all to attend.
Dwight Yoakam’s new material highlights Nevada concert
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 07/27/2019 - 5:58pmMention the name Dwight Yoakam to anyone who has paid attention to country music the past 35 years, and the same images come to mind.
Brewfest, Antsy McClain and more: Carson City area events celebrate first summer weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 6:28pmHeading into the weekend, there's a bevy of events around the Carson City region that brings a cool breeze to the first three days of summer. The 16th Motor Officer Challenge kicks off Friday at 7 a.m. at Mills Park. Lace up the shoes for a Friday morning walk at East Silver Saddle Ranch hosted by Muscle Powered.
Want Music? Here's your answer: Bill Wharton at CVI Minden June 24-25
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 8:58pmEnjoy a night out on the town in beautiful Minden at the Carson Valley Inn. Bill is a very talented, local musician who is a crowd pleaser of all ages. If you've never been to one of his performances, then you are missing out. If you like a variety of music, his songlist will certainly blow your mind...but not your hearing. Country (old and new), Blues, Older Pop/Rock, and even some originals. So grab your friends and head on out for some FUN!!!!
Want a preview? Check out his website @ http://BillWharton2.wix.com/Sing4U
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, June 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/11/2019 - 11:16pmHeading into Wednesday, June 12, 2019 means we are half way through the work week. Temperatures will be around the 90 mark with a chance of afternoon showers. Activities lined up include art classes, a hike designed for tots through Carson City Parks and Recreation, a Ninja aerobic class at Yaple's Ballroom and you can hear local author CW Bayer talk about three of his books on area history at Browsers Corner Book Store. Plus Jazz Night at Living the Good Life and Country Night at Jimmy G's Cigar Bar. Read on for more.
Country Night at Jimmy G’s
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/11/2019 - 11:11pmCome on down to Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar for a fun evening of country music and line dancing. Enjoy drink specials and good fellowship! 301 N Carson St, Carson City. See the website here.
Easton Corbin welcomes summer series at TJ’s Corral
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 3:29pmRain or shine, the show must go on.
Country music lovers didn’t let a few raindrops stop them from coming to see Easton Corbin on Friday night at TJ’s Corral as he opened the summer concert series at Carson Valley Inn in Minden, Nevada. . Man, does this town love its country.
History talks, concert and more in June launch of Summer Festival at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 3:42pmEarly June events will launch the 2019 Summer Festival at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park in Douglas County.
Rita Hosking Live at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 8:47pmAcclaimed singer-songwriter Rita Hosking along with Sean Feder will perform a one-night only concert next month in the capital region at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse.
Just announced: Miranda Lambert plays Tahoe July 18
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 03/04/2019 - 7:25pmFresh off a secret wedding last month to a New York City police officer, country music singer-songwriter Miranda Lambert has hooked up a July 18 gig at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena, Harveys announced today.
Douglas High grad, Vegas concert shooting hero competes tonight on 'Deal or No Deal'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/20/2019 - 5:19pmUPDATE: Justin Uhart was met with several surprises Wednesday night, even though he missed the opportunity of picking the $1 million Case in "Deal or No Deal." Uhart instead walked away with $120K. Go here for the full story.
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Justin Uhart, a 2010 graduate of Douglas High School who lives in Las Vegas and is from Minden will be vying for $1 million Wednesday night on CNBC's popular gameshow "Deal or No Deal."
Live Music at David Walley's in Genoa Feb. 15-16
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/12/2019 - 3:09amBring your sweetheart or the entire family out to David Walley's Saloon in beautiful Genoa, and enjoy an evening with Bill Wharton. Bill, a local singer/musician whose wide assortment of musicality, has been entertaining people of all ages throughout the valley for years. Songs of today and yesteryear. Blues, jazz, country, pop and even a little rock. Fun for all!
Whitey Morgan keeps it real, books return trip to Reno
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/28/2019 - 5:11pmSinger and guitarist Whitey Morgan has an unusual business plan that has proven to be extraordinarily successful: Be real.
Country music’s Luke Bryan returns to Tahoe on Aug. 25
Submitted by editor on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 11:42amFour-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan will bring his “Sunset Repeat Tour” to Harveys Outdoor Arena at Lake Tahoe on Sunday, Aug. 25. Singer-songwriter Jon Langston will open the concert, the second 2019 show announced this week for the popular summer series.
Obituary: Andrew MacKenzie
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/28/2018 - 7:40amAndrew MacKenzie
1941-2018
Andrew, better known as Andy, was born on his family’s ranch in Yerington, Nevada. He was the fourth of five children of Albert “Burr” and Marion, including Al, Fred, Madeline and Mary Lou.
Andy enjoyed his upbringing in Yerington, making friends, working on ranches, playing football, excelling in scholastics and having more than his share of fun. His accolades from high school included being elected Governor of Boys State and later being inducted into the Yerington High Football Hall of Fame.
Gary Allan in concert: The ultimate ‘Tough Goodbye’
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 10/27/2018 - 12:04pmFirst things first: If you’re among the ever-growing segment of the population that believes real country music died with Merle Haggard two and a half years ago, you are hereby ordered to take the Tahoe Onstage Gary Allan Challenge.
Write this down, watch grades go up
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/19/2018 - 9:34am“Write this down; take a little note, to remind you in case you didn’t know...”
These memorable lyrics from country music legend George Strait’s 35th No. 1 hit, Write This Down, are indelible and beloved by King George fans everywhere.
Carson City favorite Southern Drawl Band returns to Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/03/2018 - 2:10pmThe Brewery Arts Center will present the return of the Southern Drawl Band on Saturday, Oct. 13 in the BAC Performance Hall in Carson City.
Carson Valley's Summer Soiree raises over $30,000 for Boys and Girls Clubs
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 09/07/2018 - 10:34amThe second annual Summer Soiree event benefiting the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada Carson Valley raised over $30,000 toward sustaining and developing programs for Carson Valley kids.
Friday fun in the Carson City area: a Movie in the Park, Jazz and Beyond, and more
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/10/2018 - 6:11amIt is finally Friday. As August melts away, it brings us closer to the new school year. Carson High returning students are invited to the Senator Kick-off this morning to get their fill of back-to-school updates. Families will love the Movie in the Park; bring a blanket or chairs and come prepared to enjoy ‘Coco.’ Three days of high-flying fun begins today at Heritage Park in Gardnerville as the Splash Dogs competition gets underway. You will always find live music around town on Fridays, but during the Jazz and Beyond Festival, it seems like music is everywhere.
Kenny Chesney in a celebratory mood at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 07/04/2018 - 9:30amKenny Chesney has been selling out stadiums across the country for his Trip Around the Sun tour, and his No Shoes Nation packed in to see him up close-and-personal Tuesday night at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys. The country music idol even wore boots.
Clint Black: ‘Y’all are silly here in Minden, Nevada’
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 06/30/2018 - 2:17pmA perfect summer night awaited fans for Clint Black on Friday night at Carson Valley Inn’s outdoor venue, where Mother Nature was smiling, too: Not too hot and not too cold. A sold-out crowd packed TJ’s Corral. People came out dressed up in comfortable duds, with no shortage of cowboy boots and hats
Black is an old-school country music singer-songwriter. He plays multiple instruments and his career has been stirring fans since the late 1980s. He loves to produce, as well, and he was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1991.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: June 30 – July 1
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 06/29/2018 - 2:15pmIndependence Day isn’t until Wednesday, but the red, white, and blue celebration starts now. For a complete listing of upcoming Independence Day events and fireworks displays in the area, you can go HERE. See the trains under steam at the Nevada State Railroad and ride the rails to your heart’s content.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: April 21 -22
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 04/20/2018 - 6:57pmWhat better way to celebrate Earth Day and Earth Week than gorgeous weather that you just can’t help but enjoy. Join Muscle Powered and our Parks and Recreation Department at the Silver Saddle Ranch for a presentation and trash mob. Kids will love the Carnival at Bordewich Elementary School, and it helps raise funds for a local Cub Scout Pack. Mark Twain Elementary is hosting their annual Color Run at Mills Park, just make sure to wear a white shirt.
I Love Carson City Weekend Event Summary: April 14 - 15
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 04/13/2018 - 2:46pmHold onto your hats, Carson City, we’re in for a busy weekend. Several events over the last few weeks were re-scheduled due to weather: today you’ll find the make-up for The Greenhouse Project's Early Spring Plant Sale and the Carson High Safe Grad 5K Run/Walk. Get your Roller Derby fix with a scrimmage and a Junior Victory Rollers bout against Santa Cruz. The Bob Boldrick Theater at the Community Center is where you’ll find ‘Carson’s Got Talent.' Cheer on your favorite local performer and help raise funds for the Senior Center’s Meals on Wheels Program. You’ll have to keep reading, this is just the tip of the fun-time iceberg.
Cowboy Songwriter Mike Beck in Concert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/02/2018 - 11:58amSongwriter and cowboy Mike Beck will appear in concert on April 29th at the Silver City School House in Silver City. The concert is a benefit for the Silver City School House and arts events held there.
Mike Beck is asolo artist who is a regularly featured performer at The National Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering in Elko. He has cowboyed on some of central Nevada's largest cattle ranches.
Brewery Arts Center among 25 recipients of TravelNevada grant funds
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/30/2018 - 8:40amThe Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) approved $200,000 in grant funding for infrastructure projects, Nevada Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison announced today.
John Bullis column: No profit motive means no deduction for losses
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/28/2018 - 7:53amJoy Ford owned and operated a small music venue where songwriters could have their songs performed. It was operated to help songwriters display their music to talent scouts, record producers and agents. The facility featured live country music on Friday and Saturday nights.
Last Response Memorial Fund to hold first meeting for 2018 event in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/23/2018 - 12:55pmThe Last Response Memorial Fund, organized locally to help first-responders and their families, will hold its first meeting of the year on Tuesday, March 27 to plan a second annual fundraiser, organizer Don Alexander said.