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Events and Happenings in Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 20
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/20/2018 - 9:13amGood morning Carson City! It’s going to be another chilly day in the valley, with a high of 52. It will be partly cloudy from 10 am to 3 pm, and currently there is a strangely high humidity of 83 percent.
Here’s what we have going on today:
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Wednesday Dec. 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 8:52amGood morning Carson City! It’s going to be another beautiful winter day today with a high of 54 and a low of 30. It should be mostly sunny until around 4 pm when the clouds should start to move in for the night.
Here’s what’s going on around town today, Wednesday December 19:
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Dec. 18
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 6:04pmDeer are more visible in Carson City this time of year, but it's not because Santa Claus is coming to town exactly one week from now.
What's happening around Carson City for Monday, Dec. 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/16/2018 - 8:31pmHello Carson City, do you see what we see? With fresh snow expected in the Sierra overnight and holiday lights around town lighting up the night sky, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Will it be a white one in Carson City? As of Monday, Dec. 17, 2018, we're eight days away, so anything is possible. Here's what is happening around the capital city:
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 16
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/15/2018 - 11:04pmChristmas is getting closer, and in Carson City, that means holiday trains. From the V&T Railway's Polar Express to the Nevada State Railroad Museum's Santa Train, rails around the state capital are busy delivering Saint Nicholas to children and spreading Christmas cheer.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 15
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 8:54pmThere are only two more Saturdays until Christmas, and Santa Claus is back in Carson City again this weekend ahead of the big holiday.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, Dec. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 8:30pmHello Carson City and welcome to the end of the work week. We are coming into Friday, Dec. 14, 2018, which means there's 6 days until the first day of winter, 11 days to Christmas and 18 days until 2019. Expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 53. It will be windy, with a south wind 10 to 20 mph increasing to 20 to 30 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. Here is what's happening around town today:
What's happening around Carson City this Thursday, Dec. 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 6:59amHello Carson City and welcome to Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018. Did you catch the spectacular sunset last night? A couple of readers submitted photos including retired CCSO Sgt. Scott McDaniel, with this spectacular shot above. In the second photo, Joanna Herring provided this sunset image from Dayton Valley Golf Course. Here is what's happening around town today:
What's happening around Carson City this Wednesday, Dec. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/12/2018 - 6:26amGood morning Carson City. It is officially midweek, Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018. Expect mostly sunny skies today with a high around 50. Here is what's happening around town today:
What's happening around Carson City for Tuesday, Dec. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/11/2018 - 12:35amGood day, Carson City. It is Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018. For those keeping score, there are 8 days until winter begins, 14 days until Christmas, and 19 days until 2019. Here is what's happening around Carson City today:
What's happening around Carson City this Monday, Dec. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/10/2018 - 2:17amHello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Dec. 10, 2018. Kicking off the work week we can expect cloud coverage today with a 30 percent chance of rain or snow showers after 10 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. Little or no snow accumulation is expected though the roads may get icy in spots. Here is what's happening around Carson City today:
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 9
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/08/2018 - 9:38pmThe Christmas spirit is very present around Carson City these days with just over two weeks remaining before the big day.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 8
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 8:37pmYou better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I'm telling you why: Because Santa Claus is coming to Carson City!
Carson City area events and happenings for Dec. 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 8:07pmHello and good day Carson City. We are headed into Friday, Dec. 7, 2018. The weekend is nearly here and your continued generosity never ceases to amaze. Ahead Friday is the annual KTVN Share Your Christmas Drive-By Food Drive held locally at the Governor's Mansion and at Minden's Carson Valley Inn. It is also the 6th annual Project Empty Bowls at Carson Mall, which has become a local soup for the soul favorite stop.
Mac the Naw: Ice on lakes still unstable for fishing; Topaz opener set for Jan. 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 5:07pmHello fellow anglers, It is snowing everywhere. Which means that many roads in Alpine County have finally closed for the season. With our recent storms brings ice on some of our surrounding lakes and ponds. I strongly recommend to stay off of the ice, even though our temperatures have plummeted, the ice is very thin and is very dangerous this time of year.
What's happening around Carson City this Thursday, Dec. 6
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 8:14amIn the final stretch of the work week, today is Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018. For those keeping score, there are four days of Hanukkah remaining, we are 19 days away from Christmas and 26 days until 2019. Here's what's happening today:
December brings snow, hot cocoa and many Carson City holiday school concerts
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/05/2018 - 9:58amDo you have children in the Carson City School District? Then most likely this month you’ll be attending at least one holiday concert as December seems to be the most musical month of the year for Carson City kids.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Dec. 5
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/05/2018 - 8:36amGood day, Carson City. It is Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018. Snow overnight has left roads on the slippery side, so be careful out there during your morning commute. Today is also a national day of mourning to honor the late former President George H.W. Bush. Flags are half-staff in Nevada now to Dec. 30. Here's what's happening today:
Snow and ice make for slick road conditions throughout Carson City region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/05/2018 - 7:54amThe Nevada Highway Patrol reports slick road conditions on highways throughout western Nevada and Sierra on Wednesday morning. The Nevada Department of Transportation is clearing and sanding roads between Carson Valley, Carson City and Reno as well as along Highway 50.
Carson City’s Smart Food Service Grand Opening this Saturday; preview for businesses on Friday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/04/2018 - 2:21pmSmart Foodservice Warehouse will officially open to the public this Saturday at its new location in south Carson City, 222 Fairview Drive, and a "business preview day" will be held Friday for local business owners.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Dec. 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/04/2018 - 9:26amGood Day Carson City, it is Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018. The winter weather continues today albeit without any storm watches or warnings this morning. Light snow showers will continue today and and pick up tonight with less than an inch possible. As always be careful out on the roads. You'll be able to warm up at a number of venues today, including a holiday swing party with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at Casino Fandango's new Grand Ballroom and at the Carson City School District Orchestra Program concert at the community center.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Dec. 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/03/2018 - 9:36amHello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Dec. 3, 2018. A busy week ahead will start off chilly with sunny skies today and chances of snow daily through Thursday. Otherwise, bundle up and enjoy the late fall weather. Winter officially arrives Dec. 21.
What's happening in Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 2
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/01/2018 - 9:23pmThe skies above Carson City are forecast to be mostly sunny and blue Sunday, but the air near freezing at 35 degrees for a daytime high. Bundle up if you decided to recreate outdoors today.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 1
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 10:54pmIt's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Nevada state capital, and there is no shortage of holiday events and activities to make the season bright.
Holiday Coloring Contest, sponsored by Big Blue Pediatric Dentistry
Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 5:34pmScoup's Ice Cream and Soup Bar Twelve Days of Christmas starts today
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 3:39pmIn the spirit of Christmas and community, Scoup's Ice Cream and Soup Bar has purchased 12 gifts from some of our local businesses, each one to be gifted to 12 lucky individuals.
It's Your City features Carson City's upcoming performance of 'Mary Poppins, Jr.'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 9:30amIn this week's edition of It's Your City host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Michele Van Geel of Wild Horse Children's Theater Company to talk about the upcoming Carson City performances of "Mary Poppins Jr."
Winter driving: Nevada Highway Patrol, NDOT say slow it down, don't slam on brakes
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 2:25pmAs winter weather arrives in the Silver State, the Nevada Department of Transportation and Nevada Highway Patrol remind motorists to stay focused, slow down, prepare for rapidly changing conditions and leave plenty of room between your vehicle and others.
Carson City 6th graders chill via video conference with scientist in Antarctica
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/19/2018 - 1:00pmCARSON CITY — Sixth graders in Mrs. Laurel Dority’s science class at Carson Middle School had the opportunity to chat via video conference with Dr. TJ Fudge, who’s preparing to leave for another 6-week expedition where he’ll continue his efforts to study climate change using ice core samples.
How and where to cut your Christmas Tree for 2018
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 11/19/2018 - 11:21amThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit began the sale of Christmas tree permits on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018. Permits to cut Christmas trees on the Carson and Bridgeport Ranger Districts of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest have been available since Nov. 1.