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Carson City’s Year in Review: a look back on 2020 (pandemic free edition)
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 2:46amIt was an eventful year around the Carson City region notwithstanding the limitations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's some notable stories that were not pandemic related that happened in 2020.
Employees jailed, seen on video attempting to break into safe at Carson City motel
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/28/2020 - 11:06amA man and woman were arrested Christmas morning for suspicion of felony burglary after they were seen on surveillance video attempting to break into a safe belonging to their employer, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.
Black Friday in Carson City region: masks aplenty and fewer in-person shoppers bring a mellower experience
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/27/2020 - 12:54pmWhile Carson City has never had Black Friday tramplings, Black Friday—along with Thanksgiving evening—have often been a busy and popular shopping day for capital city residents.
In recent years more and more people are opting to shop online, and it appears this year that sentiment has only increased.
Public Service Announcement from Mayor Elect Lori Bagwell
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/27/2020 - 9:15amBlack Friday will look different this year in Carson City, many stores closing for Thanksgiving
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/25/2020 - 1:56pmCrowds have often flocked to the major corporate retailers in Carson City for the best deals of the season, and in recent years, stores have begun to open earlier and earlier for a leg up, breaching into Thanksgiving day. However this year, many stores are finally closing their doors on Thanksgiving Day, and more bargain hunters are turning to online deals for their holiday shopping.
Carson Tahoe offers 2 COVID testing sites, extended weekend hours; closes 2 Walmart clinics
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 5:15pmDue to the great demand for COVID-19 symptomatic testing in our area, and to help manage the influx of COVID cases, Carson Tahoe is providing symptomatic testing at two convenient locations. This service is reserved is for people experiencing COVID-like symptoms such as; fever, cough, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, and sore throat.
Volunteers seek donations to continue modified Carson City Holiday with a Hero
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 3:57pmWith the restrictions put in place across Nevada to curb the coronavirus pandemic, Holiday with a Hero organizers considered canceling this year’s event.
Nevada retailers projected to hire 4,700 workers for holiday season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/02/2020 - 9:03amRetailers in Nevada and throughout the United States are ramping up hiring campaigns for the all-important holiday shopping season. In the Silver State, the Retail Association of Nevada estimates retailers will boost hiring by 4,700 positions during the holiday shopping period.
Carson City deputies make arrests for alleged indecent exposure, theft at store
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/28/2020 - 9:31amA 43-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of indecent or obscene exposure, a gross misdemeanor offense, a Carson City sheriff's office booking report states.
Carson City emergency crews called to 3-vehicle crash at Highway 50 and Fairview
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/27/2020 - 3:37pmCarson City Fire Department sheriff's deputies and Nevada Highway Patrol were called to a multi-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon at Highway 50 East and Fairview Drive. No one was seriously injured.
Firefighters respond to motorhome on fire, dogs inside
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/06/2020 - 11:44amUPDATE: The engine fire was put out and no dogs were injured.
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A motorhome is reported to be on fire in the Walmart parking lot.
There are dogs reported to be inside the motorhome, and the engine reportedly “exploded.”
Firefighters and first responders are en route.
Carson City mother jailed for allowing 13-year-old to drive to store with young children
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/17/2020 - 1:18pmA 32-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Friday for suspicion of three counts gross misdemeanor child neglect after allegedly letting her 13-year-old daughter drive to the store with two other children aboard, a Carson City sheriff's report states.
Railbike tours, school supply drive, live music and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 08/07/2020 - 10:43amHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Carson River railbike tours begin Saturday packed with thrills for all to enjoy, and Virginia City is hosting several exciting events throughout the weekend. The Brewery Art Center's Flatbed Concert series continues featuring Kingwhistler and Eric Andersen. Read on for more events and happenings.
Walmart in Carson City first in Nevada to host pop-up parking lot movie nights
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/05/2020 - 12:56pmCarson City has been included as part of a nationwide drive-in movie project hosted by Walmart and held in parking lots across the country.
Walmart and Salvation Army team up in Carson City, Douglas for modified school supply drive
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/05/2020 - 10:51amFor the second year in a row, The Salvation Army is holding school supply drives at more than 4,500 Walmart locations across the country. In the Carson City, Douglas County and Reno areas, there are 8 Walmart stores participating this Friday through Sunday. Due to COVID-19, the need is greater than ever before. It also means our campaign looks a little different this year.
Four Quad-County businesses fined by OSHA for COVID-19 noncompliance, seven businesses total fined in Nevada
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/17/2020 - 10:40amUPDATE: While the businesses at Topsy Lane have Carson City addresses, Topsy Lane is technically within the jurisdiction of Douglas County, bringing Carson City's fined businesses to 1, and Douglas County's to 2.
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According to the Nevada Division of Industrial Relations, six Northern Nevada businesses were cited for failing to comply with COVID-19 safety guidelines, three of which were in Carson City.
Apartment complex planned for vacant lot near mall would bring nearly 250 units to Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 07/16/2020 - 10:23amThe long-vacant lot near the Carson Mall and Red’s Old 395 Grill is getting a new life with with a new apartment complex that will provide housing to nearly 250 families.
Google offers tech skill certificates, scholarships for enrolled jobseekers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/14/2020 - 9:40amGoogle announced Monday that it has launched new programs and commitments to help job seekers who have been impacted by COVID-19.
Carson City woman admits using stolen credit cards; also booked for alleged child neglect, drugs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/20/2020 - 11:05amA 48-year-old Carson City woman was taken into custody Tuesday for suspicion of multiple crimes including burglary, using a stolen credit card, suspected child neglect and drug possession, a Carson City sheriff's report states.
Carson City arrests: Man accused of attempted burglary, calls for cab from crime scene
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/27/2020 - 10:23amA 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Monday for suspicion of felony attempted residential burglary, according to a sheriff's office booking report.
Campaign for Mayor
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/19/2020 - 5:53pmAt this time with so many having so little due to the pandemic’s impact on the economy, I have decided against purchasing campaign yard signs. If you are inclined to donate to my campaign, I ask that you, instead, donate to the Food Pantry, Food for Thought, FISH – or possibly help a family by providing them a card for Smith’s, Save Mart, Raley’s, Walmart or Grocery Outlet.
Masked pair steal wallet at Carson City Walmart, run up $2k on credit card at Douglas store
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/05/2020 - 12:55pmThe Carson City Sheriff's Office Investigation Division is asking for the public's help identifying two people suspected of stealing a wallet from a Walmart shopper in Carson City and then using a credit card from the wallet at the Walmart store in Douglas County.
Northern NV consumers urged to shop responsibly at local grocery stores
Submitted by admin on Mon, 03/23/2020 - 7:48amWalmart Supercenters, with several stores throughout Reno, Carson City, Douglas County, Fernley and Fallon, trimmed hours last week to 7 a.m.-8:30 ...
Video: Cleaning up quake damage
Submitted by admin on Sat, 03/21/2020 - 11:55am
Carson Tahoe further limits visitation during the Coronavirus outbreak
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 1:44pmWhen there is heightened concern around an illness, Carson Tahoe closely monitors the situation and implements enhanced infection prevention strategies, working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local health authorities, and other local healthcare providers.
Carson Valley LGBTQ and Friends Social Saturday, March 14th, 2-5pm Email RSVP Required by Friday, March 13th
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/07/2020 - 8:31amThe first LGBTQ and Friends Social will be Saturday, March 14th, 2-5pm at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint. Your RSVP is required for the luncheon. The luncheon is $12 per person NOT including gratuity. Please be generous to your server.
Please RSVP by end of day Friday, March 13th. Email your RSVP to cvlgbtqandfriends@gmail.com. You can decide your menu selections when at Sassafras.
Sassafras is located at 1500 Old Hot Springs Road, Carson City, NV 89706.
The luncheon has a $12 fixed price menu NOT including gratuity (the price does include tax). Please tip your server generously.
Carson City arrests: Suspect denies threats, admits huffing fumes inside ride share vehicle
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 11:54amA 20-year-old woman was arrested Sunday in the area of Koontz and Carson streets for suspicion of misdemeanor threats and harassment, and violation of alternative sentencing conditions following an incident involving a ride sharing service driver, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.
Carson Valley LGBTQ and Friends Social Saturday, March 14, Email RSVP Required by Thursday, March 12
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 11:03amThe Carson Valley LGBTQ+ and Friends Social is proud to announce the Business Sponsorship of Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint as well as Community Sponsors – PFAG (United States’ first and largest organization uniting parents, families, and allies with people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer – LGBTQ+) and Sassabration (Carson Valley’s Annual Pride Celebration).
A word from one of our founders is at the end of this article.
Senator Square: Carson High School senior to raise support for Nevada Humane Society
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 6:46amHello to everyone in Carson City. My name is Destiny Hernandez, and I am a senior at Carson High School. Just like all of the other seniors here at the school, I am working on my Senior Project, a graduation requirement, in order to benefit not only myself but also those animals in the community who need a home.
Carson City investigators identify burglary suspect, ask for public's help finding him
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 5:34pmThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for any information on the whereabouts of a man who has been identified in connection to two recent burglaries.