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Carson City Jazz and Beyond Festival streaming series continues Tuesday with singer-songwriter duo
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/06/2020 - 11:10amThe 2020 Carson City Jazz and Beyond Festival continues its series of live-streamed, streamed, and virtual events through Sept. 27, 2020. The next event, on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 7 p.m., features the Bill Rose and Laurie Blue, a singer-songwriter duo based in Northern Virginia.
Meet and Greet Maurice 'Mo' White, candidate for Carson City Board of Supervisors
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/04/2020 - 12:57pmA Meet and Greet with Carson City Board of Supervisors Candidate Maurice "Mo" White will be held this Saturday, Sept. 12, beginning at 4 p.m.
Special guest Jon Yuspa, Founder of Honor Flight Nevada will also be in attendance.
The Brewery Arts Center’s Flatbed Concert Series to play Empire Ranch Golf Course neighborhood Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/04/2020 - 11:04amThe Brewery Arts Center will deliver live music directly to the citizens of Carson City while practicing social distancing once again this week.
Train rides, railbike tours, live music and more highlight Labor Day weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/03/2020 - 6:10pmHeading into Labor Day weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Steam train rides in Carson City and Virginia City will be available Saturday through Sunday. The Carson Canyon Railbike Tours will run four times over the next three days, bringing excitement unlike any other. Sand Harbor in Lake Tahoe will open two hours early beginning at 6 a.m. to ease capacity and congestion. Combined with plenty of live music, Labor Day weekend will be a thrill! Read on for more information.
Empire Elementary in Carson City honored with Governor's STEM School designation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 11:05amThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce Empire Elementary School has met the requirements to be designated as an official Governor’s STEM School.
Carson City Jazz & Beyond Festival live-stream series continues Tuesday with Josh D. Reed Quartet
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 4:42pmThe 2020 Jazz & Beyond Festival continues its series of live-streamed and virtual events through Sept. 27, 2020, with the next event on Tuesday Sept. 1, featuring the Josh D. Reed Quartet.
Poker run, lacrosse, duck fundraiser and more highlight weekend activities around Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/27/2020 - 6:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The American Cancer Society is hosting a poker run Saturday at Mills Park, and a free lacrosse clinic for kids ages 6-12 will be held at John L. Harvey Field. The Nevada Humane Society is virtually hosting its annual “Adopt a Duck” fundraiser for interested participants. Combined with train rides and live music, there’s plenty of excitement going on over the weekend! Read on for more information.
Carson City School District announces new principals and administrators
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/27/2020 - 7:55amFirst-day jitters are not just for students. The Carson City School District was pleased to announce the appointment of seven new principals and district administrators (alphabetically by school) for the 2020-2021 school year at its school board meeting Tuesday evening.
Advocates to End Domestic Violence fulfills 2 of 3 goals as Carson City campus takes shape
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 11:55amBuilding a campus dedicated to aiding, sheltering, nurturing, and educating victims of domestic violence and sexual assault has been the dream of Advocates to End Domestic Violence Executive Director Lisa Lee and her board for the past 25 years.
Open studio tour, drive-in movie, dancing and more highlight weekend activities in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 6:20pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The 2020 Jazz & Beyond Music and Art Festival will include the second annual Carson City Open Studios Tour with multiple locations. Hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, the Brewery Arts Center is holding a drive-in movie showing of the 1950s classic “Shane” on Saturday. Combined with live music and plenty of dancing, it will be a weekend for all to enjoy! Read on for more information.
Suffrage train rides, pet food drive, live music and more highlight weekend events around Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/13/2020 - 6:51pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The Nevada State Railroad Museum is holding train rides dedicated toward women’s suffrage on Saturday. Feeding Pets of the Homeless is hosting its 11th annual nationwide pet food and supply drive over the next three days, and there is plenty of live music for all to enjoy! Read on for more information.
Carson City jazz music and art festival unveils revised plan, events to run into September
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 08/08/2020 - 11:04amThe Carson City Jazz and Beyond Music and Art Festival is taking a new direction in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The festival was founded in 2004. This is the first year in which gathering of large crowds at musical events has been restricted due to health concerns.
Railbike tours, school supply drive, live music and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 08/07/2020 - 10:43amHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Carson River railbike tours begin Saturday packed with thrills for all to enjoy, and Virginia City is hosting several exciting events throughout the weekend. The Brewery Art Center's Flatbed Concert series continues featuring Kingwhistler and Eric Andersen. Read on for more events and happenings.
Carson City area forecast: Dry and breezy, thunderstorms possible by midweek
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/02/2020 - 10:38amAfternoon winds will be a touch stronger Sunday and Monday around the Carson City region compared to the last few days, according to the National Weather Service, but not strong enough to warrant any watches or warnings at this time.
This week's Flatbed Concert Series brings funky jams to the Empire Elementary School neighborhood
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/31/2020 - 12:23pmThis Saturday, Aug. 1 the Flatbed Concert Series will be (slowly) rollilng through the Empire Elementary area with the groovy "Drinking with Clowns."
Virtual reading party, comedy, drum circle and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/30/2020 - 8:50pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to wear a mask and practice safe social distancing.
Restaurants, doctors, lawyers top list of thousands of Nevada PPP loan recipients
Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 3:26pmTens of thousands of Nevada small businesses and organizations — from casinos and law firms to churches and even strip clubs — received at least $3.1 billion through the Paycheck Protection Program stimulus package, according to a massive disclosure made by the federal government.
Empire Ranch to open par-3 golf course in Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 07/04/2020 - 11:15amCarson City’s Empire Ranch Golf Course is set to open a new par-3 playing course in the near future.
Located at 1875 Fair Way, Empire Ranch is putting together a par-3 golf course to go along with its 18-hole championship layout surrounded by more than 250 acres of land that overlooks the Carson River. The par-3 course will be something new for all levels of golfers.
Carson City investigators seek identity of juveniles who vandalized elementary school
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/30/2020 - 9:54amThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for assistance in identifying subjects involved in a destruction of property report.
Hiking trails, camping, cycling, golf and more highlight outdoor summer activities around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/17/2020 - 6:05amPlenty of activities around Carson City are returning for all to enjoy throughout the summer. From hiking and biking trails and campgrounds, to several outdoor recreational activities, there are many ways to get outside and enjoy the warm weather.
Carson City School District appoints new vice principal at Empire Elementary
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/27/2020 - 8:52amThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Nathan Brigham as the vice principal for Empire Elementary School for the 2020-2021 school year.
Carson City Parks and Recreation warns public to not overcrowd trailheads
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/15/2020 - 3:54pmThe Waterfall trailhead on Kings Canyon Road is experiencing especially large numbers of visitors, resulting in traffic congestion and parking related issues.
Carson City schools find ways to connect with students amid campus closures
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/06/2020 - 8:33amMany teachers and individuals with the Carson City School District are finding innovative ways to connect with students and families during mandated school closures from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Carson City Superintendent Richard Stokes gives update on school closures through April 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/01/2020 - 3:41pmIn response to Nevada Gov. Sisolak’s announcement this morning to extend the “Stay at Home” directive through April 30, the Carson City School District will continue with Remote Learning for teachers and students through the remainder of the month.
Carson City School District honors 2019-2020 Educators and Employees of the Year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/31/2020 - 9:53amThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce individuals who have excelled in their positions as educators and employees and have been recognized for their works of merit by their peers and coworkers.
Dayton woman speaks to students in Poland during International Women's Day weekend
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/28/2020 - 11:18am“To have change, you have to celebrate progress.”
These were the words of Phumzile Mlambo Ngcuka, the Executive Director of United Nations Women, and also the central theme of a speech given by two female American Soldiers to Polish Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Course students March 9 at the Military Education Center in Elk, Poland.
Carson City Schools adds 2 more locations for no-cost meal pick up
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 4:52pmNutrition Services with the Carson City School District have added two more drive-through pick-up locations for free lunch and breakfast, including the Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada and the Ron Wood Family Resource Center.
Carson City Schools address at-home lessons, student meal measures during closure period
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 6:14pmThe Carson City School District recognizes the situation regarding COVID-19 is very fluid, with conditions changing rapidly. Therefore, the following actions are being taken to best meet Governor Sisolak’s expectations in unprecedented circumstances.
Nevada implements 2-tier response to address school meal interruptions caused by closures
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 10:22amUPDATE: Carson City meal sites are expected to begin Tuesday, March 17, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Empire Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School, Seeliger Elementary School, and Carson High School.
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In light of Governor Sisolak’s announcement to close all K-12 schools in Nevada, the Nevada Department of Agriculture is implementing the first of a two-tier strategy to mitigate National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program interruptions.
Carson City residents pack school board meeting in protest of budget proposals
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 03/12/2020 - 1:08pmIt was standing room only earlier this week at Tuesday evening's Carson City School Board meeting thanks to a budget proposal that ruffled more than a few feathers.