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What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, Feb. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 10:39pmWell, it's that day again, halfway through the work week. Happy Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 to you Carson City. For those keeping score, we have 21 days left until the first day of spring. Be prepared for rain "down here" and heavy snow "up there."
New Business Grand Opening in Sparks
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/20/2019 - 3:52pmSurf Thru Express Car Wash is pleased to announce the opening of its newest location at 2050 Pyramid Way, Sparks. This is Surf Thru Express Car Wash’s 18th location and their third location in northern Nevada. Surf Thru Express Car Wash opened in Carson City in 2016 and in Reno the following year. In total, the three locations will employee approximately 45 people.
Chamber to talk trash at February Soup’s On!
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/18/2019 - 3:30pmWhat to do with and how to manage our ever growing trash problem will be the topic of conversation at the Carson City Chamber Soup’s On! luncheon scheduled at Gold Dust West on Wednesday, Feb. 27 at 11:30 a.m.
Speakers from Waste Management, the City’s trash hauler, will provide insight into how trash is processed from the time of pick up to the disposal at the Carson City Landfill. As Carson City continues to grow, so does the trash problem. How long can the current landfill handle the growth?
Carson City Mayor address: Affordable housing challenges remain amid economic rebound
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/30/2019 - 2:02pmUPDATED WITH VIDEO LINK: Here is the State of the City address delivered Wednesday by Carson City Mayor Robert "Bob" Crowell. The annual presentation highlights activity and successes within city government in 2018 and goals put forward to accomplish this year.
Prescribed fire operations to continue around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/27/2019 - 3:16pmWeather permitting, California State Parks and Tahoe Douglas fire protection district may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in multiple locations around Lake Tahoe.
Taking global warming seriously
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 10:38pmThe World Economic Forum is meeting this week in Davos, Switzerland, to discuss “Globalization 4.0,” an effort to “create a world of public-private partnerships that guide the free market to create economic growth, sustainability and social benefits, according to WEF’s founder and executive chairman, Klaus Schwab.” That quote comes from an information email from Climate Home News, a publication designed to inform readers about the urgency of responding to climate change warnings.
Carson City teacher earns 2019 Golden Pinecone Sustainability Award
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 11:57amCarson City School District is pleased to announce Educator Kristina Britt, speech language pathologist at Bordewich Bray Elementary School, as a winner of GreenNevada’s Growing Resources for Environmental Education in Nevada 2019 Golden Pinecone Sustainability Award.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Jan. 13
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/12/2019 - 9:46pmGood morning, Carson City, and happy Sunday! Our area is always teeming with wildlife. This time of year around the Nevada state capital you will find wild horses, birds of prey and Mule deer, among others.
With mostly sunny skies today and a high temperature in the mid-to-upper 40s, you've got few excuses not to get out and see the Eagle Valley breathing with its natural life.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 12
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/11/2019 - 9:57pmGood morning Carson City and welcome to your weekend. Weather is expected to be mild for most of this weekend, partly sunny with daytime high temperatures in the mid- to upper 40s.
Here is what's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 12:
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Jan. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/10/2019 - 10:53pmHello and good day Carson City. We are headed into the end of the work week, Friday, Jan. 11, 2019. We're looking at partly sunny skies ahead into the weekend, with a chance of rain or snow showers to round out Sunday. Stay tuned. Here's what's happening around Carson City today:
Happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/09/2019 - 11:05pmHello and good day Carson City. It is Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019. Expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 49. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. Here's what's happening around town:
Happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/09/2019 - 12:31amWelcome to the middle of the work week Carson City. Today is Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019. Expect mostly cloudy skies today with a high near 51. Rain is possible this morning, especially before 10 a.m., and then a slight chance of showers after 10 a.m. Here's what's happening around town:
Prescribed fire operations to continue at Lake Tahoe in coming weeks
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/08/2019 - 11:57pmWeather permitting, California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy, and Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in multiple locations around Lake Tahoe.
Happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Jan. 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/08/2019 - 8:38amHello Carson City, and welcome to Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019. We're looking at mostly cloudy conditions today with a high temperature near 50 along with a chance of rain showers this evening into Wednesday. Here's what's happening around town today:
Carson City residents to receive new streamlined recycling, green waste bins and a lower rate
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 01/07/2019 - 11:06amThanks to a negotiation between Waste Management and the Carson City Board of Supervisors, capital city residents will find a lowered rate for garbage collection, with additional carts for single stream recycling and green waste such as non-food organics and plant matter.
Happenings around Carson City for Monday, Jan. 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/07/2019 - 12:41amGood day Carson City, it is Monday, Jan. 7, 2019. After snow and wind blew into the capital city Sunday and overnight, we are looking at clearing but breezy skies in time for today's inauguration on the capitol grounds. Today is also the first day of classes for Carson City School District after winter break. As of the time of this writing, no delays have been announced.
Christmas tree recycling locations offered throughout northern Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/03/2019 - 9:51amCARSON CITY — Since 2001, more than 350,000 trees have been recycled throughout Nevada thanks to the help of several Christmas tree recycling programs, thousands of volunteers, and many community sponsors.
Lake Tahoe prescribed fire operations to resume as weather, staffing allows
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/01/2019 - 11:50amThe Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team, which includes local, state and federal land managers, will resume operations as soon as weather, conditions and staffing allow.
Carson City Christmas tree curbside, drop-off recycling efforts begin Jan. 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/31/2018 - 12:10pmAs we head into the final day of the holiday season, Carson City once again offers Christmas tree recycling in cooperation with Capital Sanitation and Waste Management.
Carson City Fire Department resumes pile burning in Kings Canyon area
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/12/2018 - 10:21amPile burn operations continued Wednesday morning in the Kings Canyon area, according to the Carson City Fire Department.
Widespread prescribed fire operations to continue at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/02/2018 - 6:36amWeather permitting, California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy, North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts and the U.S. Forest Service may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in multiple locations around Lake Tahoe.
Carson City restaurant pilot project to involve 30 eateries wins recycling program grant
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 11:38amThe Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Division of Environmental Protection’s Recycling Program has awarded grants to six Nevada organizations, including a Carson City pilot project involving 30 restaurants.
Agencies continue widespread prescribed fire operations at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 11/24/2018 - 8:43amWeather permitting, California State Parks, North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts and the U.S. Forest Service may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in multiple locations around Lake Tahoe.
Carson City artists win two divisions in Statewide Recycled Art Contest
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 11/19/2018 - 11:04amTwo Carson City artists, a school student and an adult, placed in the statewide recycled art contest to raise awareness of recycling. First place in the adult division went to Bretta Leach, and third place in the K-5 Division went to Sean T., both of Carson City.
Carson City Supervisor Bonkowski to Hold 'Breakfast with Brad' this Friday
Submitted by editor on Mon, 10/29/2018 - 5:11pmJoin Carson City Ward 2 Supervisor Brad Bonkowski for “Breakfast with Brad” Friday, Nov. 2, from 7 to 8 a.m. at the Cracker Box restaurant. All Carson City residents are invited to attend.
Carson City schools earn EPA Energy Star certifications
Submitted by editor on Mon, 10/08/2018 - 10:45amNine out of the 10 Carson City School District schools earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star certification, which signifies their buildings perform in the top 25 percent of similar facilities nationwide for energy efficiency and meets strict energy efficiency performance levels set by the EPA.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada annual luau raises highest amount in 25-year history
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 10:26amThe Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada’s annual Luau raised 18 percent of the Club’s annual operating budget for the year, the highest amount in the event’s 25-year history. BGCWN operates five sites in Carson City and the Carson Valley, serving more than 2,600 children, with an operating budget of $2 million.
Senator Square: Carson High School opens its doors and hearts to Carson City
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/09/2018 - 6:01amCome one, come all. Scheduled for Monday, Sept. 10 from 4:30 to 8 p.m., this once-a-year event takes the traditional back-to-school night to a whole new level as Carson High School opens its doors a little wider and a little longer.
Carson City Supervisor Brad Bonkowski to host Breakfast with Brad this Friday
Submitted by editor on Mon, 09/03/2018 - 1:20pmCarson City Supervisor Brad Bonkowski will hold his monthly Breakfast with Brad this Friday, Sept. 7, from 7 to 8 a.m. at the Cracker Box restaurant.
Bonkowski encourages any resident with ideas, questions or concerns about city issues to join him for coffee and conversation.
NV Recycling diverts many tons of toxic e-waste from local landfills
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/27/2018 - 8:43amOld computers, flat-panel televisions, cell phones and electronic waste in general contain toxins such as Mercury, Lead, Cadmium, Polyvinyl Chloride, brominated Flame Retardants, and many other materials harmful to humans. Most toxins found in electronic waste are known as persistent, bioaccumulative toxins or PBTs and can be directly traced to a variety of debilitating and deadly diseases.