Sierra Nevada
Soroptimist International of Carson City announces 'Women Helping Women' honorees
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/12/2020 - 1:58pmSoroptimist International of Carson City is pleased to announce our “Women Helping Women” Honorees to be recognized for their dedication to improving the lives of women or girls in our community, at our inaugural “Celebrating Women Helping Women” event on Feb. 20, 2020 at the Carson Nugget, from 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada launch 2020 cookie season with new choice and packaging
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/07/2020 - 8:09pmCARSON CITY — Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada and Girl Scouts of the USA launched its 2020 Girl Scout Cookie season on Tuesday, encouraging Girl Scouts across the U.S. to become entrepreneurs, earning money to power their own leadership opportunities and adventures.
Carson City Soroptimist asks public to nominate local women for Ruby Award
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/05/2020 - 2:02pmSoroptimist International of Carson City is asking the public to nominate women for its annual “Women Helping Women” Ruby Award. The Soroptimist Ruby Award honors women who, through their professional or personal efforts, are making extraordinary differences in the lives of women or girls.
Carson City area weather: Holiday travel best by Saturday, snow in Sierra by Sunday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 5:21pmWith the holiday travel period beginning this weekend, the National Weather Service says warm weather will last through Friday with a storm expected to bring gusty winds Saturday with snowfall in the Sierra by Sunday.
South Carson Street project design finished, bidding process to begin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 3:15pmThe South Carson Street project design is complete. The project team is pleased to announce the completion of the project design after nearly a year of design progression since the initial public kick-off meeting on December 11, 2018. During the design phase, the project team has conducted over 20 public meetings to gather useful feedback on various project features.
Sierra Nevada Realtors names new president, board of directors for 2020
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 12:07pmCARSON CITY — Sierra Nevada Realtors recently announced their 2020 President and Board of Directors. The President for next year is Claudia Saavedra, who is a Realtor with Charles Kitchen Realty in Carson City, Nev.
Weather conditions permitting, agencies may conduct prescribed fires around Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/03/2019 - 2:40pmNorth Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts, along with California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy and the USDA Forest Service may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in the Tahoe Basin, weather, conditions and staffing permitted.
Widespread prescribed fire operations ahead around the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 6:58pmNorth Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts, along with California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy and the USDA Forest Service may continue prescribed fire operations over the next few weeks in the Tahoe Basin — weather conditions and staffing permitted.
Professional development podcast aims to educate and excite practitioners of all levels in Northern Nevada
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/22/2019 - 1:33pmThe Sierra Nevada Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) announced the launch of its first podcast, Better PR, this week. The first three episodes are currently available on the chapter’s website at prsasierra.org/Podcast and will also stream on popular podcast platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcast in the future.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/20/2019 - 8:01pmPartly sunny skies and cool temperatures are expected Thursday with a warmup in time for the weekend. Events ahead around the capital city include a meeting of the Board of Supervisors, a discussion on holiday stress and dementia offered by Carson Tahoe Expressions Memory Care, and an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered. Also ahead, Carson City's GOP will host a discussion with several political leaders representing the capital city. There will be a 'Glorious Expanse' artist reception at WNC Gallery, plus library activities and more.
Winners of the Mayor's first annual Arts Awards announced Friday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/15/2019 - 2:07pmHoliday Inn Club Vacations takes ownership of The Ridge Resorts at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 1:52pmHoliday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated, a national vacation ownership company, announced Monday the acquisition of The Ridge Resorts, a multi-faceted 11-acre timeshare property with 378 units located in Stateline, Nev. above Lake Tahoe.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 7:50pmThe first week of November marches along with sunshine to continue into the foreseeable future. Events ahead for this Thursday include a regular meeting of the Carson City Board of Supervisors, a Mammovan stop at Nevada Health Centers, a Muscle Powered afternoon hike, and an evening with local artist Rebecca Fox at Artsy Fartsy Gallery. You can also "Raider Up" with the Carson City chapter of Raider Nation by joining them for a game watch at Jimmy G's. Read on. There's more.
Nevada Health Centers’ Mammovan to make stop Thursday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 12:05pmThe Nevada Health Centers’ Mammovan will stop in Carson City this Thursday and will be in Sparks on Friday.
Carson Tahoe Health, Rotary of Carson City celebrate Labyrinth anniversary and partnership
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 8:57amWednesday marks 13 years since the opening of the outdoor Labyrinth located at the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center. The unique space was made possible through a generous donation from the Rotary Club of Carson City.
In 2006, under the leadership of past president Rafael Cappucci, the Rotary Club contributed $75,000 to build the Labyrinth, and gave another $200,000 in support of the Cancer Center project over a four-year period.
Caples Fire 100% Contained, Burned Area Assessment in Progress
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/01/2019 - 11:21amPLACERVILLE, Calif. - Incident Commander Kevin Breitwieser has declared that the Caples Fire is now 100% contained and in patrol status at 3,435 acres. There has been almost no change in fire size since October 18. The extreme wind event on October 26 that prompted a public safety power shutoff was a good test of the containment lines and resulted in three small spots which were extinguished. Traces of smoke from interior burning will continue to be visible, but no additional fire growth is expected.
Nevada's Ancient Rock Art: Art for All Times presentation Nov. 6 in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 6:26amOn Wednesday, Nov. 6, the Capital City Arts Initiative will present a public talk, "Nevada’s Ancient Rock Art: Art for All Times" by archeologist Pat Barker, Ph.D. The event is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors speakers’ series.
Carson City based In Plain Sight Marketing brings home 9 awards for excellence in public relations
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 9:50amCarson City based In Plain Sight Marketing was honored with nine awards for excellence in public relations and community excellence by the Sierra Nevada Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America at the organization’s annual event last week.
Northern Nevada women honored as local leaders by Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 5:29pmGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada is pleased to announce this year’s Triumphant: Celebrating Women in Leadership Dinner honorees. Six women, each representing one of the six Girl Scout focus areas, will be recognized at the 17th annual awards dinner on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno.
Snowmaking begins at Tahoe resorts, opening dates set for Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 2:34pmCold temperatures and dry air have created ideal conditions for making snow in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Heavenly Mountain Ski Resort, Northstar California Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort all plan to take advantage of this week’s cool weather window to build a solid base for the upcoming 2019-20 winter season.
Nevada Day 2019 Parade Lineup is here
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 7:22pmHello Carson City! Are we excited for the parade yet? I know I am! We’re only a few days away now, so take a gander below to find the parade line up and parade categories.
Events and activities around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 5:56pmWe're days away from our celebration of statehood and the weather around the capital city couldn't be more, well, Nevada-like with daytime highs near 70 and sunny skies. Carson City area activities ahead for Wednesday, Oct. 23 feature an economic roundup presented by the Northern Nevada Development Authority at Casino Fandango, Carson Tahoe's annual "Spooktacular" family event, Firehouse Subs will host our local Search and Rescue for a dinner fundraiser; Sierra Nevada Journeys and Nature Conservancy will present family STEM night in Genoa, plus art showings and more. Enjoy the day.
Lake Tahoe Basin agencies continue prescribed fire operations
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/20/2019 - 9:33amNorth Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District and California State Parks may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in the Tahoe Basin, if weather and conditions permit.
Sierra Nevada Journeys, Nature Conservancy in Nevada to host family STEM night
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/18/2019 - 11:21amSierra Nevada Journeys and the Nature Conservancy in Nevada will host a Family STEM Night and Open House from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 23 at River Fork Ranch Preserve, 381 Genoa Lane, Minden, Nev.
The event will provide a fun and interactive experience for all ages where participants can enjoy hands-on science through STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) activities, and learn more about Sierra Nevada Journeys STEM nights and River Fork Ranch Preserve.
Senator Square: Club opportunities everywhere at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/13/2019 - 6:51amCHS has many opportunities for students to become a part of something bigger than just themselves, not that making a name for oneself is a bad idea or anything, but it is up to the student to step on up, come on in, and check them out. There are so many clubs on campus; there are Interact Club meetings at lunch in CHS teacher Erin Been’s room every Thursday, and Been also advises the Represent Club.
Capital City Arts Initiative to present public talk, 'Why Did You Choose Justin Favela?'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 10:34pmOn Wednesday, October 16, the Capital City Arts Initiative (CCAI) will present a public talk, “Why Did You Choose Justin Favela?” by Nevada Museum of Art’s curator, JoAnne Northrup. The event is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors speakers’ series and will take place at 5:30pm at the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.
There will be an informal reception for Northrup preceding the event at 5pm. No tickets needed; the public is cordially invited.
Carson Tahoe Health Foundation receives $10,000 donation from Sierra Nevada Realtors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 12:35pmCARSON CITY — The Carson Tahoe Health Foundation recently received a $10,000 donation from the Sierra Nevada Realtors. The donation was raised through the Sierra Nevada Realtors participation in Carson Tahoe’s annual Hopefest event and through the Realtor’s annual Cornhole for a Cause competition.
Prescribed fire operations continue in Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/06/2019 - 10:03amWeather and conditions permitting, North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District and California State Parks may continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Commemorative cups on sale as part of Sustainable Nevada Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 9:07amCARSON CITY — GreenUP!, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides environmental education to businesses announced that Nevada Day commemorative cups are now on sale for $10 at the Nevada Day store located at 716 N. Carson Street.
Dog Shows, Candy Dance, Garage Sales and more: Events and Happenings for Saturday, September 28
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 12:07amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday!
On the docket today we have a dog show at Fuji Park, a Community Garage Sale, the famous Genoa Candy Dance, and much more.
Check below for a full list of activities:
Saturday, September 28