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Family connection: Kenny Davis Jr. turns corner of life
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 5:40pmLocal Carson City companies offered cash, gift bags and pet food at Brewery Arts Center to help struggling locals Friday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 2:53pmCarson City’s local businesses the Change Companies and Benson's Feed teamed up Friday afternoon at the Brewery Arts Center to offer a drive-thru for residents where they served up bags of non-perishables, dog and cat food, and $100 bills.
UNR to students: Get out of dorms and no refunds
Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 4:11amUPDATE: The University of Nevada, Reno reversed their decision and is now offering refunds. You can read the updated story here.
Switchboards at the University of Nevada, Reno lit up Thursday after the university issued an unusual directive: all students living in on-campus residence halls who have the ability to move back home should be packed up and gone within the next six days.
Transgender Woman, Sherrie Scaffidi Announces Her Candidacy for State Assembly District 40
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 2:26pmSherrie Paulie Scaffidi is running for the Nevada Assembly Seat in District 40. Sherrie is a US Navy Seabee, veteran. She is a widower who lost her wife of 42 years to cancer in 2012. Sherrie is the father of three grown children. She lived in Carson City from 1991 to 2005 and happily moved back in 2018.
Carson City area businesses react to closure orders, many unsure of mandated procedures
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 3:56pmBy noon Wednesday, all "non-essential" businesses in Nevada were required to shut down by state decree in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. However, some local business owners were confused as to the procedure for the shut down, which businesses in fact are required to close and in what ways can they remain open.
Nevada governor orders statewide closure of non-essential businesses, including casinos, following in footsteps of other states
Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 3:51pmUPDATE: The press conference is available by going here.
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Gov. Steve Sisolak on Tuesday ordered a sweeping shutdown of nonessential businesses, including casinos and retail stores, for 30 days, a move that would have been unthinkable weeks ago before the novel coronavirus wreaked its havoc around the world.
Senator Square: Maker Monday at CHS library, students create Damonte Ranch support banner
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/15/2020 - 9:21amEditor's Note: The following Senator Square column was submitted before the Carson City School District's announcement regarding school activities. All school, district, and non-district sponsored athletics, extra-curricular activities, assemblies, concerts, practices, and events are suspended effective Monday, March 16, 2020 until further notice. Activities and events scheduled later in the school year, including graduation ceremonies will be evaluated closer to the date. Go here to read the notice.
State museums in Nevada closed through end of March due to coronavirus concerns
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/15/2020 - 9:13amCARSON CITY — Nevada’s seven state museums are closing to the public until the end of the month in response to the Coronavirus outbreak.
Nevada governor declares state of emergency over COVID-19 outbreak
Submitted by admin on Thu, 03/12/2020 - 6:55pmGov. Steve Sisolak declared a state of emergency in Nevada on Thursday afternoon, a ramping up of emergency response efforts amid the spread of the novel coronavirus in the state and throughout the nation.
Carson City bests Reno and Vegas for January job growth
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/10/2020 - 2:27pmJanuary job growth in Carson City grew by 2.2 percent over January 2019 figures, giving the capital city the distinction of having the fastest job growth for the month compared to Reno and Las Vegas, according to figures released Tuesday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Non-injury accident reported on Roop involving vehicle and light pole
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 3:18pmAccording to dispatch, a non-injury accident was reported at 2:15 on Roop Street. A vehicle pulling a trailer appears to have lost control and struck a light pole. There are no injuries reported at this time.
Motorists should use alternate routes or use caution in the area.
Railroad museum in Carson City accepts full-sized replica of V&T’s first locomotive
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 1:40pmCARSON CITY — The old saying that legends never die might also be said about old locomotives. Many of those iron horses, long lost to time or the scrap heap, live on through historic photographs, artwork and the hearts and minds and skillful hands of railroad buffs.
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, March 1
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 6:43amHappy Sunday Carson City, and happy March! In traditional Nevada fashion, false Spring seems to be at an end and we are back to winter! Go here for the latest from the weather service. But all isn’t lost, there’s still great events going on today for the end of the weekend! Check below for the full list.
Why Your Group Exercise Class Might Not Be Right for You
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/29/2020 - 1:16pmUnless you live under a rock you are certainly aware that exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Despite that only 30% of the US population is currently achieving the daily recommended amount of physical activity. You may not be aware though that most fitness centers report losing approximately 50% of their members each year. Elite gyms will attempt to mitigate the loss of their members by offering programs that encourage attendance and a sense of community at their facility, such as group exercise classes. These elite gyms will still see losses of approximately 30% of their members yearly.
Carson City events and happenings for Saturday, February 29
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/28/2020 - 8:49pmHappy Saturday Carson City, and happy leap year! We’ve got a lot of great events through the weekend, including the three-day film festival happening this weekend at the Community Center! Check below to find the full list of events through Sunday, and be sure to grab a jacket because it’s getting chilly!
South Carson Street groundbreaking ceremony, International Film Festival, live music and more this weekend in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 5:41pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the South Carson Complete Streets Project groundbreaking ceremony, the International Film Festival held Friday and Saturday at the Carson City Community Center and Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie weekend with door-to-door cookie sales. Combined with plenty of live music, the Carson City region is in store for a busy three days. Read on for more information.
Gloves come off, Bloomberg joins in final Democratic presidential debate before Nevada caucus
Submitted by admin on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 1:14pmMinnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar, at one point during Wednesday’s raucous presidential debate on the Las Vegas Strip, suggested her opponents take their sparring down to the MGM Grand for fight night.
It was an apt comparison. The eight previous Democratic debates were marked by relatively civil policy disagreements interrupted by occasional dustups and memorable one-liners. On Wednesday night, the gloves came off.
At 81, the Queen of Carson City's Burger King serves full-time job with a smile
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/04/2020 - 6:58pmOnce upon a time, the American Dream for older Baby Boomers was to retire at age 65. That dream was not to come true for many who had been working since high school and surviving several depressions that kept them worrying about keeping a stable roof over their head and food on the table.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: The Indomitable Spirit Of Man
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/27/2020 - 3:11pmA rescue at sea is always riveting, but the 2020 New Year's Eve Rescue gave me chicken skin all over. In full disclosure I have not ventured out to sea since our honeymoon when my wife did most of the fishing and I did most of the crabbing. Unless standing on shore, anchored in sand, I have no love for the sea. To me a sea cruise is being under house arrest, but with a chance of "drownding."
For Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe, bighorn sheep reintroduction part of decades-long effort to recover wildlife
Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 4:44pmTribal members, conservationists and students, bundled up in thick coats and beanies, gathered in two rows fanning out from transport trailers to watch the release into tribal land, an area usually closed to the public. Bighorn sheep, separated into two trailers, rushed out in waves.
Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell delivers his last ‘State of the City’ address
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 1:16pmDuring the annual “State of the City” address Friday at Gold Dust West, Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell gave his last speech of its kind, as he is retiring at the end of this year.
The State of the City address is a way community members can be kept up to date on everything going on in our capital city, including achievements, challenges, and everything in between.
Updates included achievements such as the completion of the water pipeline from Douglas County to Carson City, the Complete Streets Project, Tesla’s grant for the Carson City School District, the first new park opening in 12 years, the opening of the Disc Golf course, and more.
New Stewart Indian School museum reflects on dark history, brings hope for Native communities
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/20/2020 - 1:45pmEvery time Linda Eben Jones looks at a yardstick, she remembers the teacher who would strike her each morning, leaving red welts on the back of her legs.
Carson City Events and Happenings for Sunday, Jan. 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/18/2020 - 9:08pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! Were you able to enjoy the snow? I hope so, because it'll soon be gone with temperatures climbing into the 50s this week!
But the weekend isn't over yet, and we've got a bunch of great events to look forward to today. Check below to see what's going on in Carson City and the region beyond.
Carson City Events and Happenings for Saturday, Jan. 18
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/18/2020 - 12:12amHappy Saturday Carson City! I hope you’ve all been driving safely on the icy roads, and I also hope you enjoyed the bit of sun we got yesterday! It’ll be another beautiful winter day, and say goodbye to the snow in the next few days because highs will be around 50 degrees for the next week.
We’ve got a ton of great events going on today and tomorrow, so check below to see what’s happening!
Greenhouse Project dinner fundraiser, comedy, live music and more: Carson City region readies for upcoming weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 7:34pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. The Union will host a dining fundraiser for the Greenhouse Project on Friday, and artist Jakota Wass performs at Bella Vita Bistro. The 43rd annual Wild Sheep Show will be held at the Reno-Sparks Convention. Comedian Marc Yaffee headlines the Carson Comedy Club on Saturday with much more in store for the weekend! Read on for more information.
Finding Stacia: Evaporating into 'meth cloud' (2nd in Partnership Carson City 3-part series)
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 9:58amEditor’s Note: This is the second in a series about Stacia Nepper, the new deputy director for Partnership Carson City. She hopes her story of overcoming addiction will inspire others to seek help. See the first story in the series here.
Once the funeral was over and family members had all gone back home, Stacia Nepper knew it was time to deal with her cousin’s death.
Carson City sheriff's deputies make arrests for probation violation, multiple warrants
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/15/2020 - 11:17amA 34-year-old man was arrested Tuesday in the area of Kings Canyon and Kingsview for suspicion of felony parole and probation violation, misdemeanor jaywalking and being an intoxicated pedestrian, a Carson City sheriff's report states.
Carson City School District pleads drivers to take caution around schools and buses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 9:39amThe Carson City School District and Board of Trustees are pleading for drivers in the Carson City area to take extra caution in school zones and around bus stops.
Lost German Shepard and Rottweiler mix spotted at Carson Tahoe Hospital
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/05/2020 - 5:38pmTwo large dogs entered Carson Tahoe Hospital's main lobby Sunday. One was a German Shepard and the other an older Rottweiler mix. They exited back out into the parking lot. If these are your dogs please come look in this area.
NV Energy Customers without power Saturday in Carson City, Washoe Valley due to equipment damage
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/04/2020 - 11:37amAnytime there is wind, there are outages, at least in our neck of the woods.
As of 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning, approximately 40 NV Energy Customers are without power in Carson City and Washoe Valley with damage to equipment being the cause.
According to NV Energy, all power to the three equipment points should be restored by 12:30 p.m.
The areas in Carson City lost power around 5:45 a.m. and 7:22 a.m., while Washoe Valley’s outage occurred around 7:21 a.m.