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Regional collaboration with App launch leads to heart safe Carson City, Douglas communities
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 9:02amCarson City Fire, East Fork Fire Protection District, Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, and Quad County Public Health Preparedness are proud to announce the collaborative launch of PulsePoint, a free mobile app that guides lifesaving CPR response for registered users within Carson City and Douglas County.
Clark County Assemblyman Tyrone Thompson dies at 52 at Carson Tahoe Medical Center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/04/2019 - 2:54pmFlags around the capital city flew at half mast today following the death of Assemblyman Tyrone Thompson, Democratic Majority Whip, of Las Vegas.
Thompson was in care at Carson-Tahoe Medical Center when he passed away early Saturday morning.
He was 52 years old. At this time, no official cause of death has been reported.
Reno's Rajan Zed to open Las Vegas, Clark, Henderson, N. Las Vegas, Mesquite Councils with Hindu mantras
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/04/2019 - 10:42amClark County Board of Commissioners and City Councils of Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Mesquite in Nevada will start one each of their meetings during May with ancient Hindu prayers, containing verses from world’s oldest extant scripture.
Hindu statesman Rajan Zed will deliver the invocations from ancient Sanskrit scriptures before these meetings. After Sanskrit delivery, he then will read the English interpretation of the prayers. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and root language of Indo-European languages.
May the fourth be with you, and with bicycle safety. Events and happenings for Sat. May 4
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/04/2019 - 7:57amGood morning Carson City, and happy weekend! We've got a warm day ahead with highs of 76 degrees! Today on the docket is the early farmer's market, a Mother's Day craft fair, the grand reopening of the second wind thrift store, and more!
Here's what's happening Saturday:
Addiction in Carson City: a mother’s story of heartbreak, and a daughter’s struggle for recovery
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/03/2019 - 7:40amMiranda grew up in Carson City, went to Carson High School, lived a normal childhood. She is the second oldest of four siblings, and grew up with loving parents. But her life changed forever when she became addicted to drugs.
Her mother, Kristi, has been fighting to keep her daughter alive since then, facing numerous near-death scares.
Events around Carson City for Friday, May 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/02/2019 - 10:08pmWhat a week it was Carson City, and it isn't even over yet. Heading into Friday, May 3, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and temperatures in the low 70s. There's a host of activities Friday and, looking ahead, a bevy of fun Saturday including a Mother's Day craft fair at the Carson City Community Center, a Star Wars themed bicycle safety day, a wine, cheese and dessert ride aboard the V&T, an early opening of the downtown farmer's market, the May Downtown Carson City Wine Walk, a memorial walk, presentations, comedy, live music and more. Enjoy.
Missing Dayton man identified after body discovered near Carson River
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/30/2019 - 12:19pmThe identity of a man found April 24 along the Carson River in Dayton has been identified and was a man reported missing last year, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.
On Tuesday, April 30, 2019, The Washoe County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the decedent was in fact a missing person, who was identified as 34-year-old Dayton resident, Frank Greene.
'Star Wars' themed bicycle event Saturday to benefit Carson City Schools Foundation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/29/2019 - 8:50amCARSON CITY — Set for Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at Fritsch Elementary School, the Bicycle Fun & Safety Day will benefit the Carson City Schools Foundation. Sponsored by Carson Tahoe Health and hosted by the Carson City School District, the Nevada Department of Transportation, Safe Routes to School, local bike clubs and shops, the inaugural event will serve as a proving ground to acquaint experienced and less experienced bike riders with their eco-friendly transport mechanisms.
Obituary: Jeffrey Lee Thompson
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/26/2019 - 2:37pmJeffrey L. Thompson passed unexpectedly on March 15, 2019 due to injuries sustained during a motorcycle accident.
Jeff was born Jan 17, 1957 in Jamestown, New York.
He was born to the late Melvin Thompson and Kay (Tolman) Thompson.
Lyon County Sheriff's Office: Body found near Dayton irrigation ditch
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 8:38pmA body was discovered Wednesday afternoon near an irrigation ditch in Dayton, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.
Documentary on Wednesday presented by Partnership Carson City sheds light on opioid addiction
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 5:45pmPartnership Carson City is inviting the community to the premiere of “Voices of Opioid Addiction — A Retrospective” on Wednesday afternoon.
“Opioids have become a scourge to Nevada families,” said Samantha Szoyka, training specialist for Partnership Carson City. “We’re hoping this film sheds light on the horrors of this drug and give people — especially young people — a look into the devastation it can cause.”
Gayatri & other ancient Hindu mantras opened both Nevada Senate & Assembly
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 12:00pmBoth Nevada State Assembly and Senate in capital Carson City started their sessions on April 22 with ancient Hindu prayers; containing verses from world’s oldest extant scripture.
Hindu statesman Rajan Zed delivered these invocations from ancient Sanskrit scriptures before the Assembly and Senate. After Sanskrit delivery, he then read the English interpretation of the prayers. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and root language of Indo-European languages.
Controversial Bee Bill quietly dies, fails to meet committee deadline
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 04/21/2019 - 11:42amOn April 13, the controversial Bee Bill, Senate Bill 389, quietly died after it failed to meet the committee deadline, according to the Nevada Legislature website.
Over 100 Nevadans in both Carson City and Las Vegas came forward to protest the bill on April 8 during its discussion before the Natural Resources Committee meeting.
Notorious South Tahoe murders subject of Nevada Historical Society gaming talk
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 3:28pmCARSON CITY — Two notorious murders against the pristine backdrop of Lake Tahoe are the subject of this month’s American Gaming Archives Fireside Chat at the Nevada Historical Society.
Bicycle event to benefit Carson City Schools Foundation, commemorate Star Wars Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 8:57amSet for Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at Fritsch Elementary School, the Bicycle Fun and Safety Day will benefit the Carson City Schools Foundation. Hosted by the Carson City School District, the Nevada Department of Transportation, Safe Routes to School, local bike clubs and shops, the inaugural event will serve as a proving ground to acquaint experienced and less experienced bike riders with their eco-friendly transport mechanisms.
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, April 14
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 12:36amGood morning Carson City. Today is Sunday, April 14 and we are officially one week away from Easter. Today is going to be a bit breezy and cloudy, but the high will be 63 degrees with a low of 43, so at least we aren't freezing. Check below to see what events await you today in our capital city.
Carson High School Theatre Arts to show The Addams Family Musical April 11-14
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 1:31pmThe Carson High Theatre Arts department is proud to present "The Addams Family Musical" Friday, April 12 at 7 pm, April 13 at 2 pm and 7 pm, and April 14 at 2 pm.
"The Addams Family" is about a ghoulish American family who revolve around darkness and death. Wednesday, the daughter, falls in love with Lucas, a boy from Ohio. After many musical numbers, the ending is something quite spectacular. (I don't want to spoil it for you!)
What is an AED and Who Can Use it?
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 9:29pmEver ask the question, What is an AED? or How does an AED work? Wonder no more!! Well Being is hosting an information session addressing what an AED is and who can use one. Attendees will learn about the basic operation, purpose,and function of an AED and why it is important to know the location of the nearest AED unit in public places.
Topic: What is an AED and Who Can Use It?
When: April 10, 2019 at 6:00 P.M.
Where: Well Being (Massage & Functional Fitness)
1851South Roop Street #145, Carson City
Autopsy: Brothel owner, Assembly candidate Dennis Hof died of natural causes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/28/2019 - 4:19pmThe Nye County Sheriff’s Office has determined that famed brothel owner and Republican Assembly candidate Dennis Hof’s death just before the election was caused by a heart attack.
Obituary: David Michael Ortiz
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 4:18pmDavid Michael Ortiz passed away March 16 surrounded by family in Gardnerville. He was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Joseph and Cruzita Ortiz on April 12, 1950.
David grew up in Santa Fe Springs, California with his 7 siblings and served in the U.S. Navy before moving to Lake Tahoe. He was a Facilities Engineer at Harrah's Lake Tahoe for 33 years where he met and married the love of his life, Paula (Bachmeier).
My Nevada story began with a family trip through the Silver State
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/23/2019 - 8:48pmWhen I was about 12 years old, my family took a trip down along the east side of the Sierra Nevada on our way to Lake Havasu, California, during Spring Break 1986.
All six of us piled into the family Ford Econoline Trail Wagon, brand new at the time, and set out to break in the new set of wheels.
Drug money allegedly motivated man accused of murdering Gardnerville women, Reno couple
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/21/2019 - 10:18amA Washoe County detective says alleged murderer Wilber Ernesto Martinez-Guzman told police he robbed and killed his elderly victims during a 10-day rampage in January because he needed money to buy methamphetamine to support his drug addiction, according to the Associated Press.
TOCCATA's April concert series features Bach's important work the 'St. Matthew Passion'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/20/2019 - 3:34pmThe sweeping, intimate and heart-rending drama of Bach’s “St. Matthew Passion” will be presented by TOCCATA, Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, April 13-19 with performances in Gardnerville, Incline Village and Reno.
Trial date set in April 2020 for suspect in murder of Gardnerville women, Reno couple
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 3:44pmA trial date in April 2020 has been set for Wilber Martinez-Guzman, the 19-year-old accused of killing four people during a 10-day murder spree through Douglas and Washoe counties.
On Tuesday, Martinez-Guzman had an arraignment in Washoe County District Court, where he waived his right to a speedy trial. He pled not guilty to murdering four people in Reno and Gardnerville in January. He also pled not guilty for burglary and possession of stolen weapons.
Reno Hindu statesman Rajan Zed to open both North Dakota Senate and House with Sanskrit mantras
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 3:58amBoth North Dakota Senate and House of Representatives in capital Bismarck will open their April one and April two sessions respectively with Hindu prayers, containing verses from world’s oldest existing scripture.
Hindu invocation will also start the Burleigh County Commission meeting of April one in Bismarck.
Nevadans reminded of state law on child safety seats
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/16/2019 - 8:04pmThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office would like to inform the motoring public of a Nevada law regarding child safety seats.
NRS 484B.157 is a law that was enacted to protect children who are riding in a motor vehicle with you.
Celebrating the Life of Carol Cronenberger
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 12:50pmCarol Beeson Cronenberger: November 7, 1937 to March 14, 2019. Born to Harold and Evelyn Beeson in Oroville, Calif., Carol spent her childhood in the hard scrabble lumber camp of Grays Flat in the Feather River Canyon and later in Marysville, where Harold continued his life’s work as a sawmill planer. The Beesons moved to Reno in 1951, where Carol graduated from Reno High School in 1955 and the University of Nevada, Reno in 1959.
Murder suspect indicted by grand jury, prosecutors to seek death penalty in Gardnerville and Reno slayings
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/14/2019 - 11:10amAn indictment was filed late Wednesday against the man accused of killing two Gardnerville area women and a South Reno couple in January. Prosecutors said Thursday they intend to seek the death penalty.
Accused murderer Wilber Martinez-Guzman will be tried on four murder counts. He's been charged with the murders of Connie Koontz, 56, and Sophia Renken, 74, both of the Gardnerville area, and Gerald, 82, and Sharon David, 80, of South Reno. The murder spree happened within a 10 day period.
Northern Nevada Zero Fatalities campaign partners to provide no cost Lyft ride credits
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/11/2019 - 10:25amZero Fatalities has expanded its partnership with Lyft by teaming up with local businesses and organizations committed to eliminating impaired driving fatalities in Northern Nevada.
Lyft has pledged $50,000 in free ride credit to be distributed during major consumption holidays to support the coalition’s campaigns that promote safe transportation options throughout the region.
Reno Hindu statesman Rajan Zed opened Washington House of Representatives with Sanskrit prayers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 9:48pmWashington State House of Representatives in capital Olympia opened its March 6 session with Hindu prayers, containing verses from world’s oldest existing scripture.
Hindu statesman Rajan Zed delivered the invocation from ancient Sanskrit scriptures. After Sanskrit delivery, he then read the English interpretation of the prayer. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and root language of Indo-European languages.