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Big changes ahead at Spooner Lake State Park with facility renovation, re-imagination
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/05/2020 - 1:07pmLAKE TAHOE, Nev. — Construction is set to begin in late May on the renovation and re-imagination of facilities at Spooner Lake State Park west of Carson City. A collaboration between Nevada State Parks, Nevada State Lands and the Tahoe Fund has been successful in securing funding and donations to complete plans for the 35-year-old park.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Titan
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 02/05/2020 - 11:45amHello Carson City, and happy Wednesday! Every Wednesday we are bringing you another sweet happy face courtesy of the Nevada Humane Society, and this week's featured sweet happy face is Titan!
Silver Oak Senior Men's 2020 golf season registration underway
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/02/2020 - 1:45pmCARSON CITY — Time for golf! The Silver Oak Senior Men’s Golf Club has officially teed it up for the 2020 golf season. SOSMGC is open to golfers 55 years of age and older and all handicap levels. Dues are $80 which includes your membership and handicap posting in the Northern Nevada Golf Association GHIN service.
Senator Square: Carson High School's NJROTC Orienteers compete; music, art students thrive
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/02/2020 - 8:22amEditor’s Note: The following is from Chief Dan Ingram, who is is head of the Naval Science Department at Carson High School.
The CHS, NJROTC Orienteers competed in a weekend long orienteering festival in Anza Borrego State Park, Calif., Jan. 17-18. During the festival, team members competed in three different races over the two days.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Casper
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 3:08pmHello, Carson City! I hope you're ready to meet your new Pet of the Week courtesy of the Carson City Humane Society.
Say hello to Casper. Casper is a three-year-old terrier mix who was unfortunately surrendered by his owner in early December, and has been waiting for a new home ever since!
Senator Square: Carson High School's Winterfest 2020 played out nicely
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/26/2020 - 1:38amBenjamin Franklin, one of the best gamers of all time said, “We do not stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.” The adults sure could learn a thing or two from the students at CHS because Winterfest 2020 played out, pun intended, just like it was supposed to with Carson's Got Game being the theme.
Sandra Osheroff Obituary
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 5:46pmSandra Louise Osheroff, aka Sandy, nanny, and mom, a mother, bookkeeper, dog lover and community mover and shaker, adored by many, feared by some, died of cancer on January 20, 2020 in Carson City, Nevada at the age of 82.
Chinese New Year, Carson Comedy Club's military appreciation night, live music and more: Carson City region readies for weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/23/2020 - 9:45pmHeading into the last weekend of January there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a Chinese New Year Celebration at the Nevada State Museum and the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada. The Carson Comedy Club hosts its first Military Appreciation Night on Friday at the Carson Nugget. Carson Valley’s 18th annual Eagles and AG Photo Contest will be underway and live music will keep the Silver State buzzing with excitement. Read on for more information.
Colin Robertson picked to lead new Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/23/2020 - 11:57amThe Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced Thursday the appointment of Colin Robertson as its first Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation administrator.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Bo-Keito
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/22/2020 - 1:24pmHappy Thursday Carson City, and say hello to our newest Carson City Pet of the Week, Bo-Keito!
Bo-Keito is a one-year-old Blue-tick Coonhound and has had a difficult time finding a forever home. He was actually adopted from the shelter, but was returned just after Christmas, which is incredibly sad.
Hello UNLV: Hamilton’s clutch shot gives Nevada momentum
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 3:54pmNevada sophomore guard Da’Ja Hamilton saved one of her most memorable collegiate performances for the final buzzer on Saturday.
Senator Square: Carson’s got game is the theme of 2020 Winterfest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/19/2020 - 9:47amWinterfest is here, and the theme, Carson's Got Game, is more than just a nice motto, it is a series of multiple physical board games, playground games, and video games. According to CHS physical education teacher and Leadership adviser Ann Britt, “the class color teachers will be playing a game of life-size Hungry Hippo during the assembly Jan. 17, and we will be doing a door decorating competition with judging taking place Jan. 21; the top three winners will receive a gift card to Starbucks.”
Carson City's greenUP! receives recycling grant to further Carson Street Green Dining District
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/18/2020 - 2:37pmgreenUP!, a nonprofit organization that provides environmental education to businesses, announced it has received a $12,898 grant from the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection Bureau of Sustainable Materials Management 2020 Recycling Grant Program.
Carson City's Proscenium Players Inc. theater group presents The Odd Couple in February
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 5:04pmCarson City’s theater company, Proscenium Players Inc., is bringing the female version of The Odd Couple to the BAC’s Black Box Theater from February 14-23 for two weekend’s worth of performances.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Mako
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/15/2020 - 11:35amHappy Wednesday, Carson City! Say hello to our new Pet of the Week, Mako!
5 Questions for Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ronni Hannaman
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 12:17pmOn this week's installment of Carson Now's Five Questions series, we speak with Ronni Hannaman, Executive Director of the Carson City Chamber of Commerce about her position with the chamber, advice for business owners, and more.
Events and Happenings in the Carson City region for Saturday, January 11
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/11/2020 - 12:22amHappy Saturday Carson City! We have a bunch of great events going on in the region throughout the weekend, so check below to see what’s happening!
Famed country rock band at Silver City, early Carson City history, live comedy and more this weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/09/2020 - 9:16pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the Nevada Artists Association New Year’s Show, and there’s a historical Curry family presentation at the Nevada State Museum. Famed country rock band I See Hawks in L.A. perform at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse on Saturday. Combined with live music at Bella Vita Bistro, there’s plenty to do and see around the state capitol. Read on for more.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 9, plus Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 9:55pmHeading into Thursday, today is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Across the country on January 9 each year, citizens take the lead to show support on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Law Enforcement Officers of every rank and file have chosen a profession that puts their life on the line every day for their communities. Thank you law enforcement. In other happenings, events are lined up throughout the day including art showings, an open invitation to a meeting of the Carson City Natives and Newcomers Club, A Prison Hill open space planning open house hosted by Parks and Rec, the 2020 Winter Reading Challenge at the Carson City Library, "School of Rock, the Senior Years" at the Brewery Arts Center and more.
Carson City Humane Society’s Pet of the Week: Lucy
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 11:34amHey Carson City, I’ve got a great surprise for you! That’s right, it’s a puppy! Say hello to Lucy, our Carson City Pet of the Week.
Lucy is a 9-month old bundle of joy who is currently looking for her forever home, and has been since she was oh so little (see second photo for example of just how tiny).
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/07/2020 - 9:03pmHeading into midweek, the weather is expected to make an abrupt change with snow showers possible down to the valley floor late Wednesday night into Thursday. Activities include the New Year's Show featured by the Nevada Artists Association, a women's Seeking Safety workshop, the "School of Rock, Senior Years" presentation at the Brewery Arts Center, the 2020 Winter Reading Challenge at Carson City Library and more.
Silver Oak Men’s Club Swings Away Soon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/06/2020 - 8:12amWith golf season rapidly approaching full swing, the Silver Oak Men’s Club is accepting applications for those 18 and over who desire a welcoming environment to play competitively with friends, co-workers, and even family members.
Up to $1,200 in rebates available to Carson City, Douglas residents who buy clean-heating appliances
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/02/2020 - 4:30pmCARSON CITY — Did you know that wood-burning stoves are a significant source of harmful air pollution? The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection, working with the University of Nevada, Reno’s Business Environmental Program, are excited to offer instant rebates to Carson City and Douglas County residents who replace their old wood-burning stoves through Nevada’s wintertime clean-heating rebate program.
What Works: What can you learn from the last decade?
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/31/2019 - 5:27pmLast day of the decade! I feel peaceful, which is not what I felt at all at the beginning of this pivotal decade. I’m thinking about me in 2010. So different! The progression this decade has been significant. I have a challenge for you all. Write out the highlights of each decade. Map your progress. What can you learn from the last decade?
Travel Nevada names Lake Tahoe man as new international market manager
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 11:53amCARSON CITY — Juraj “George” Sojka of Stateline, Nev., has joined the Nevada Division of Tourism, also known as Travel Nevada, as its new international market manager. Sojka will oversee Travel Nevada’s efforts in Europe and the United Kingdom. He brings about 10 years of sales, marketing and management experience to the position.
Legendary Country Rock Band I See Hawks in LA to Play at Historic Silver City Schoolhouse
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/29/2019 - 1:37pmI See Hawks in L.A., “The house band for the hippy diaspora," to play exclusive Northern Nevada show January 11, 2020 at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse Saturday, Jan. 11.
Christmas Through the Years, live music, comedy and more: Carson City region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/26/2019 - 6:11pmHeading into the weekend, post-Christmas holiday activities continue around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a Christmas Through the Years presentation at the Carson Valley Community Theater, Open Mic Night at A to Zen Gift Shop, musicians Lauren Kepler and Dan Cypher at Bella Vita Bistro, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club and much more!
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/25/2019 - 11:01pmHello Carson City and happy day after Christmas. It has been a truly wonderful holiday season experience and it's not over yet. We celebrate our community for its many, many charitable functions and its generosity in the spirit of Christmas and giving. Thank you Carson City for making this holiday season a truly memorable one. Here's a look what's ahead Thursday.
Carson City women's shelter receives $2,500 holiday gift from Greater Nevada Credit Union
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/25/2019 - 12:45pmA Christmas gift of $2,500 was presented Tuesday to Carson City's Advocates to End Domestic Violence by Greater Nevada Credit Union. The donation is to help assist victims of domestic battery in the community.
The Legendary Cab Calloway Orchestra to play at Carson City Community Center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/25/2019 - 12:13pmThe whole audience will be bouncing and swaying to the irresistible rhythm. Everybody singing HI-DE-HO! They’re echoing the King himself, Cab Calloway, as he thrusts his baton into the air, and in his Zoot Suit, jumps, twirls and signals to the band to begin another joyous chorus. Who could forget the incredible sounds and imagery of Cab Calloway and his hot Jazz Orchestra!