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Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Surfing the perfect wave in Tokyo
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/09/2019 - 1:06pmIn this long life of mine, nothing looms larger in my memory than riding the perfect wave, well, almost nothing. I could have been a Nick Beck if I hadn't fallen off my board. I used to watch Nick and Joey Cabell surf Cannons off the north shore of Kauai, and wish I could surf like that.
JoAnne Skelly column: Protect tree bark against winter 'sunscald'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/08/2019 - 1:03pmWinter sun and drying winds can damage not only our skin, but the bark of trees and shrubs. It seems obvious that plants might get sunburned in the summer, but less intuitive that it also happens in the winter when it is called winter sunscald.
Flying Pig Ondoor Flea Market and Craft Fair, Dec. 7-8, Fuji Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/03/2019 - 5:16pmCome find some great gifts and treasures with over 39 vendors selling arts, crafts, collectibles, jewelry, antiques, vintage clothing and so much more. Open Sat. 8-3 and Sun. 9-3, admission is $1 for adults and kids under 18 free. Located on Old Clear Creek road in Carson City across from Costco. For more info call (775)315-0008 or (775)882-4717.
Carson City Humane Society’s Pet of the Week: Buddy
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/30/2019 - 10:01amGood morning Carson City, and say hello to Buddy, our Carson City Humane Society’s Pet of the Week.
Buddy is a 12-year-old lab, who is looking for his forever home to life out the remainder of his years!
Let’s hear from Buddy himself:
Reno-Tahoe International offers tips for travelers during busy Thanksgiving holiday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/25/2019 - 4:24pmRENO — Air travel during the busy Thanksgiving holiday will hit a high in 2019 with Reno-Tahoe International Airport anticipating more passengers departing earlier this year, largely due to the incoming winter storms arriving in the region.
Carson City's Polar Express brings a bit of Magic and Christmas Spirit to the Historic Rails
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/20/2019 - 4:09pmDuring the cold winter months in a pocket of the capital city, a bit of magic is sprinkled about on the historic rail that once transported gold from Virginia City to the mint in Carson City, but now transports elves, hot cocoa, and silver bells for a few special weeks each year.
The Polar Express rolled into town on Nov. 15 with the help of the historic V&T Railway Commission, and with it, a certain jolly old man and his magical helpers.
Obituary: William 'Bill' Clarence Thornton, 1934-2019
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 10:27amWilliam "Bill" Clarence Thornton, father, attorney, pilot, part-time cowboy, corny joke-teller, and mentor to many, had his final flight on Tuesday, November 5th, 2019 after gracefully charting his course with Parkinson's Disease for over twenty years. Bill died peacefully at home in hospice care surrounded by loved ones.
Reid: House Democrats have made a ‘pretty good case’ so far for impeachment
Submitted by admin on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 2:00amFormer U.S. Sen. Harry Reid recently sat down with the Sun in his Bellagio offices to discuss a wide range of topics, including the impeachment proceedings against …
Events and Happenings for the Carson City Region for Saturday, Nov. 16
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/16/2019 - 1:34amHappy Saturday, Carson City! There are a ton of wonderful events happening in our region today, including the first Indigenous Peoples Heritage Day at the Children's Museum, a Turkey Shoot, Lego Club, Polar Express and more! Take a gander below to find out what we have going through the weekend.
Saturday, November 16
Polar Express, live comedy, 'Matilda the Musical,' garden craft show and more: Carson City region set for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 8:34pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include Polar Express train rides, Touched By Angels hosts a garden craft show on Saturday, a night photo shoot at the Nevada State museum, Rob Sherwood headlines the Carson Comedy Club at the Carson Nugget, 'Matilda the Musical' and more!
Mercury transit
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 8:49pmPine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: How old is the Sun?
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 6:48pmIn human years our sun is 38 years old, so in another five billion years it will run out of gas, and without any emotion to speak of, will accidently vaporize its old friend the Earth. But do not despair. An insurance policy is on the way. By then we will have figured out how to move to a new neighborhood — a new universe, for we are explorers.
State railroad museum in Carson City offers night photo shoot
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 3:33pmCARSON CITY — The opportunity to take a great photograph at the Nevada State Railroad Museum doesn’t have to end when the sun goes down.
Official 36 U.S. Star Flag raising held Saturday in Virginia City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/10/2019 - 1:45pmThe Virginia City Silent Riders raised this 36 star USA Flag on Saturday at the Sun Mountain House B&B to honor the State of Nevada and show support to Bud and his new business in Virginia City.
Carson City's Jack C. Davis Observatory offers safe view of Monday's early Mercury transit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/10/2019 - 11:03amJack C. Davis Observatory in Carson City will be hosting a rare early morning daytime viewing event on Monday, Nov. 11 when Mercury will transit in front of the Sun.
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.
Happenings and events around Carson City for Monday, Nov. 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/03/2019 - 7:02pmA warmup is in the forecast this week as we head into Monday, Nov. 4, 2019. Expect sunny skies with daytime highs in the upper 60s. But you'll want to bundle up after the sun sets as night time temperatures will be in the low 30s. Activities Monday include a lunch discussion with Nevada Appeal columnist Guy Farmer, the first of free Monday yoga classes offered through Partnership Carson City, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more.
Music, Football, Art and more: Events for Sunday, Nov. 3
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/02/2019 - 8:32pmGood morning Carson City! We’ve got lots of great events today so let’s dive right in:
Sunday, November 3
— Muscle Powered Sunday bike ride. 9 a.m. Meet at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Rd, Carson City, NV 89701, in the south parking lot, next to the Linear Ditch Trail. Come join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City!
Day of the Dead, pie baking contests, comedy and more: Events for Saturday, Nov. 2
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/02/2019 - 8:34amGood morning Carson City and happy November! It’s going to be a beautiful day with a high of 65 and a chilly low of 33. We’ve got a ton of wonderful events this morning in the capital city, so let’s get into it!
Saturday, November 2
Evening with Divas, ghost investigations, Dia de los Muertos and more: Carson City area ramps up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 8:57pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the second annual Evening with Divas in Carson City, a Día de Muertos celebration at the Nevada State Museum, Nevada Artists Association’s 40th anniversary celebration, paranormal ghost investigations in Virginia City, a pie baking contest in Gardnerville and much more!
Human remains found in Dayton determined to be old, not related to crime or investigation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 12:43pmOn Monday, a construction crew was digging a trench in the 200 block of Dayton Valley Road in Dayton, Nev. Workers discovered some bones that appeared to be human and contacted the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office.
NDOT and Nevada Highway Patrol offer Halloween traffic safety tips
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 12:48pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation and Nevada Department of Public Safety, Highway Patrol are reminding drivers and pedestrians to be safe on the road this Halloween and every day.
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.
JoAnne Skelly column: Cold weather composting, don’t give up
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/27/2019 - 12:48pmI’m watching leaves fall. What does one do with all these leaves? I mentioned in a previous article, some can be used as mulch around trees and shrubs. Others can be shredded with the lawnmower and added to a compost pile. However, winter composting presents a few challenges, primarily due to the cold temperatures. But you can still compost.
Carson City area weather: Brisk cool down ahead through much of the week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/27/2019 - 10:47amAs the last Nevada Day event on Saturday was winding down, the pleasantly warm weather the Carson City region has been experiencing for several days seems to have gone the way of the setting sun.
While sunshine remains in the fold Sunday and through much of the week, daytime high temperatures will be around 20 to 25 degrees cooler than what the region has, for days, been experiencing, according to the National Weather Service.
Flying Pig Indoor Flea Market Nov. 2-3, Fuji Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 6:28amCome on down to the market and meet some great friendly vendors with gifts, antiques, collectibles, art, jewelry and so much more. Shop in comfort for your holiday gift giving by local artists. Open Sat.Nov. 2 from 8-3 and Sun. 9-3. Admission is $1 for adults and kids under 18 are free. Located on Old Clear Creek Road in Carson City, across from Costco. For more information or to be a vendor call (775)315-0008 or (775)882-4717.
Buttigieg ramping up presidential campaign in Nevada
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 2:50pmDemocratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg is ramping up his ground game in Nevada, staffing up and opening offices in Las Vegas and more rural areas like Elko and Carson City. In an interview with the Sun this week, Buttigieg stressed his appreciation for ...
Nevada Day Exclusive: Cecil the Serpent returns to Carson City after decades of mysterious hibernation
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 10:33amThis year, the fan-favorite Cecil the Serpent of Walker Lake will be returning to Carson City for the first time in decades to participate in the Nevada Day parade this Saturday.
A picture essay: Getting a Head Start on the Carson City Christmas Season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 8:22pmNevada receives more than $500,000 to advance wetland science, research
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 8:57amCARSON CITY — Wetlands are the link between land and water, where the flow of water, the cycling of nutrients, and the energy of the sun meet to create highly productive ecosystems with unique plant and animal life.
In broad terms, wetlands refer to all wet areas that provide ecosystem services and habitat for plants, wildlife, and aquatic species, including wet meadows, seeps and springs, playas, and riparian areas.