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Taste of Downtown, live music, history talks, BMX and more: Carson City region readies for jam-packed weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/18/2019 - 5:35pmAs we head into the final stretch of the week, events around the Carson City region are lined up for the next three days, including museum activities, outdoor concerts, a car cruise Friday at Carson Mall, athletic events, a Carson High School class of 1979 reunion, the Taste of Downtown on Saturday and much more.
Events and happenings for Saturday, June 1
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 11:27pmGood morning Carson City, and happy June! We have a ton of events going on today in our beloved capital city, with the June wine walk, the first day of the farmer’s market, a brew fest at Fuji park, and more! With a high of 75, it’s shaping up to finally start to feel like summer (knock on wood).
Events, happenings and more around the Carson City area this Friday through Sunday
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 4:43pmHeading into a jam-packed weekend of events around the Carson City region, there's a bevy of activities Friday to get your started. Lace up your shoes for a morning walk at Riverview Park, and then head on over to the Nevada State Museum for a coin press demonstration, and tours that explore anthropology and Nevada history. Later there's a cruise night gathering at Carson Mall to benefit Safe Grad Night, an Italian dinner fundraiser at the Governor's Mansion to benefit Carson City's homeless, live music at Living the Good Life and A to Zen, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club, and much more. Read on and enjoy!
Advocates to End Domestic Violence celebrates 40 years in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 11:08amNumbers speak volumes: 5,443 survivors, 178,393 nights of safe shelter, 3,640 support groups, 21,840 support group attendees.
These are the ways Advocates to End Domestic Violence has been helping Carson City over the last four decades. This year, Advocates is celebrating its 40th year anniversary, and our community is better because of it.
Events around Carson City for Saturday, April 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 04/26/2019 - 6:58pmHeaded into Saturday, April 27, 2019 we're looking at another picture-perfect spring weather day and cool overnight temperatures. There's lots of activities ahead, including a colorful fun run at Mills Park, a free paper and document recycling event hosted by Debug Computer, a prescription drug roundup, the Silver State's own celebration of the Aloha State, a Carson High School speech team fundraiser at Flavors of India, art showings and sales and a fundraiser at Flat Earth Pizza for a wonderful Carson City woman who is in the throes of cancer. Read on and enjoy your day.
Tahoe South brings the sizzle with 2019 summer events
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/22/2019 - 12:51pmA record-breaking winter, a full lake and a packed calendar beckons visitors to the Sierra as Tahoe South heats up with summer events including its famed fireworks show, a celebrity golf tournament, star-studded headline concerts and more.
Color Fun Run coming Saturday to Mills Park in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/22/2019 - 8:27amThe students of Mark Twain Elementary School will host their fourth annual community-wide “My School Color Run” Saturday, April 27, 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Mills Park in Carson City.
JoAnne Skelly column: Preparing to grow strawberries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/21/2019 - 9:49amTo grow strawberries successfully there are a few things to know: which type and variety to select, the correct growing conditions, how to rejuvenate a bed and how to protect those succulent fruits from the critters.
Senator Square: First generation college graduate shares his story with CHS students
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 9:03amEditor’s note: The following was written by Yetti De Luca, Carson High School’s District Work-Based Learning Coordinator.
Sergio Trejo Jr., a Las Vegas native and first-generation college graduate, visited several Carson City schools recently to share his inspiring story about his admittance to medical school. Trejo presented to more than 150 students.
Senator Square: Carson High School teacher kisses a goat in support of FFA
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/24/2019 - 9:21amFuture Farmers of America provided the venue, Carson High School students voted with their hard earned dollars, and AP Environment and Honors Biology teacher Cort Roseleip was chosen to kiss a goat. Readers must take a look at the photo above to fully comprehend the magnitude of this event.
Sierra Lutheran student-athlete named Gatorade Nevada Boys Cross Country Runner of the Year
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 02/22/2019 - 9:57amIn its 34th year of honoring the nation’s best high school athletes, The Gatorade Company has announced Jared Marchegger of Sierra Lutheran High School as its 2018-19 Gatorade Nevada Boys Cross Country Runner of the Year.
Marchegger is the second Gatorade Nevada Boys Cross Country Runner of the Year to be chosen from Sierra Lutheran High School.
Senator Square: CHS Winterfest 2019 filled with fun and excitement
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/09/2019 - 7:52pm"Winterflix," a play on the popular Netflix streaming service, was the theme this year at the 2019 Winterfest week at CHS with dress-up days and night-time activities all week long. Some of the events included the Netflix show, "Stranger Things," a Twins Day, "Riverdale," "The Office," and even the ever popular once-a-month Dress for Success competition.
Senator Square: Speech and Debate Tournament a success at Carson High School
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/02/2019 - 8:24pmCHS hosted the Northern Nevada Forensic League tournament last weekend.
According to CHS teacher and Speech and Debate Adviser Patrick Mobley, “We would like to thank all the judges and coaches who volunteered their time to help this tournament become a success.”
Capital Odyssey Relay
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 11:57amThis one day Odyssey relay run will join the Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay in progress for the last 12 legs of the RTO course. The relay is from Carson City to Reno. Teams of typically 2-6 runners will be running 54 miles/12 legs.
http://renotahoeodyssey.com/
Senator Square: Solutions classes through CHS offer extra help to all students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/20/2019 - 7:55amSolutions is in full swing, and Carson High School is the only high school in Nevada with this amazing grant. The grant money provides out-of-school-time supports for at-risk students. At risk, a broad term in this grant, includes students who are at risk of not passing a class, at risk of becoming truant, or just in need of a safe-place after school.
Snowshoe Cocktail Races return to Camp Richardson Jan. 19
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/28/2018 - 1:01pmThe triple crown of Lake Tahoe winter events, Camp Richardson’s Snowshoe cocktail races return for another round of hilarity and sport Jan. 19, 2019.
Turkey Trot, Gobble Wobble brings out Thanksgiving runners in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/22/2018 - 11:45am“Run Now, Gobble Later,” said the Turkey Trot sign, and Carson City runners seemed to be all in. Even with the wet streets from rain earlier in the morning.
The Turkey Trot began at 8:30 Thanksgiving morning in front of the Governor’s Mansion, and the adorably named “Gobble Wobble” kids run began at 8:45.
Events and happenings on this Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 22
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/22/2018 - 7:25amGood day Carson City and Happy Thanksgiving. Today is Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018. With the arrival of this festival day of feast, family, friendship and thanks, Mother Nature delivered valley rain and Sierra snow overnight. Gusty winds are expected later this afternoon. This morning appears to be in between weather systems, which is good news for those headed to the Governor's Mansion for the annual Turkey Trot. It may be soggy, but not heavy on the rain side.
Wild turkeys in Nevada: Hunters find them fast, formidable and evasive
Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/21/2018 - 1:43pmHere is a quick hunting quiz: What challenging Nevada game bird can fly up to 60 miles an hour and has eyesight and hearing sharp enough to spot hunters from great distances? Not sure? Does the phrase “gobble, gobble” help?
Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/21/2018 - 3:38amHello Carson City and welcome to the day before Thanksgiving. Today is Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018. If your travel plans include going over the Sierra, the National Weather Service advises to head out before the afternoon. Otherwise, you may hit the first of two winter storms to land tonight and into Friday. Be safe out there.
Carson City Turkey Trot early registration deadline is Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/14/2018 - 11:52amWith Thanksgiving a week away, the early registration deadline for the annual Carson City Turkey Trot arrives this Thursday, Nov. 15.
The Carson City Turkey Trot is an event the entire family will enjoy. Hosted by St. Teresa Catholic School, the fitness event offers an 8K (5-mile) run, 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk, and the Gobble Wobble Kids Fun Run.
Annual Holiday Bazaar on Dec. 1 in Fernley
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/12/2018 - 12:32pmFernley Estates Senior Living’s 2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar is the perfect place to start your holiday shopping and bring the kids for a photo with Santa Claus. The community will open its doors to the public 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1. Fernley Estates is located at 1130 Chisholm Trl, Fernley.
Sierra Lutheran Cross Country places 2nd in state, produces two state champions
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/06/2018 - 1:00pmCARSON CITY — Saturday, Nov. 3 was the State Cross Country Meet in Boulder City, Nevada at Veteran's Memorial Park. Sierra Lutheran had a successful day. The 1A/2A girls race was the first race of the day.
Sign-ups underway for the Carson City Turkey Trot
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 11/05/2018 - 12:26pmJoin us on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22 for the annual Carson City Turkey Trot and give yourself an excuse for an extra piece of pie!
State Cross Country 2018
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/01/2018 - 9:10pmA solid team effort helped the Carson Senators win their Northern 4A Region boys team championship last week in Reno. An even better effort will be needed Saturday in order to win at the NIAA state meet in Boulder City.
Light After Dark Run raises funds for Carson City nonprofit
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 10/20/2018 - 7:56pmRunners and walkers came out Saturday evening in support of Advocates to End Domestic Violence (AEDV), a Carson City 501(c)3 registered non-profit devoted to supporting domestic violence victims and ending the cycle, at Riverview Park in East Carson City.
Carson Valley sets eyes on Main Street Gardnerville Fall Fest
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/11/2018 - 1:49pmGARDNERVILLE, Nev. — It wouldn't be fall in the Carson Valley without the annual Scarecrow and Harvest Festival hosted by Main Street Gardens and East Fork Gallery. Or the Annual Slaughterhouse Lane Coffin and Stretcher Races.
This year Main Street Gardnerville has combined all these events into one big festival called Main Street Fall Fest, with more music, activities, demonstrations and vendors at Heritage Park on Saturday, Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Carson City IHOP shooting memorial run joined by friends, family of those lost
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 09/06/2018 - 9:05amThursday morning marked seven years since the 2011 IHOP shooting in Carson City, which left three Nevada Guard members and one civilian dead.
Sunridge Golf and Recreations Sees Major Increase in Play, Defies National Trends
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/22/2018 - 8:51amSunridge Golf and Recreations is experiencing a major uptick in play and membership since last year, defying a national trend showing a die-off of the sport.
Golf play at Sunridge Golf and Recreations, a more than 20-year-old golf course in Carson City, is up more than thirty percent since June of last year.
“The improvements we have made have been critical,” said General Manager Ken Stotts. “I think our players and community really feel heard and word has gotten out that we are investing in the course and want to make sure we see it to its full potential.”
Puppies Serve as Carson City Course Marshals in 29th Annual Nevada Day Classic
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/21/2018 - 10:05amCarson City, NV: Registration is now open for the Nevada Day Classic, an 8K run and 2 mile run/walk that brings together hundreds of runners and walkers just prior to the Nevada Day Parade in historic Carson City.