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Kids ride historic V&T trains for free Fridays through summer
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 1:49pmOn track with summer vacation, the historic V&T Railroad now offers adventure-seeking children 12 and under the chance to climb aboard and ride a diesel train for free every Friday through summer.
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Miss Reno Rodeo prepares to reign
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 12:32pm
by NATASHA VITALE With the Reno Rodeo kicking off Thursday, the new Miss Reno Rodeo has a busy week ahead. Ashley Espin, 22, won the title Friday. As Miss Reno Rodeo, she will serve as an ambassador and promote the... Read More ›
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Carson City Sheriff's Office looking for missing teen
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 11:48amThe Carson City Sheriff's Office is looking for missing 16-year-old Kayla Tucker. Tucker is said to be 5'6", 185 lbs., with brown eyes. She recently dyed her hair reddish auburn.
Carson City deputies arrest California women in credit card scheme
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 9:57amTwo California women stopped by Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies on Tuesday have admitted to a scheme of using stolen credit cards to buy hundreds of dollars worth of gift cards.
Markeisha Yvette Orviss, 22, and Kamesha Joann Cooper, 24, of Pittsburg, Calif., were arrested by Carson City sheriff's patrol officers in the 3900 block of South Carson Street at 12:15 p.m.
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Nevada governor signs bill decriminalizing syringes
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 8:17amNevada Governor Brian Sandoval signed a new bill legalizing needle exchange programs and nonprescription pharmacy sales in Nevada.
Don Q's fishing report for week of June 19-24
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 8:10amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of June 19-24.
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Death Notice: Kyle H. Theilen
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 12:03amKyle H. Theilen, 59, passed away June 8, 2013. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial, (775) 882-1766. …
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Obituary: Randall R. Williams
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 12:03amOct. 12, 1958 - June 8, 2013 Randall R. Williams passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2013 in Carson City, NV. He was born on October 12, 1958 and was a Carson City re...
Elizabeth Eveatt Enoch
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 12:03amJoin us in Celebrating the Life of Elizabeth Eveatt Enoch on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. for lunch at the Epworth United Methodist Church in the Wolf Center, 280 E....
Obituary: Larry Porter
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 12:03amFebruary 6, 1948 - May 15, 2013 Larry Porter is survived by his wife of 45 years, Cindie Porter; two children, Buddy Porter and Christy Porter; son in law, Gary Grimes; thre...
Obituary: Harvey Oliver Kolhoss
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 12:03amSep. 15, 1914 - June 17, 2013 Harvey Oliver Kolhoss passed away Monday, June 17, 2013 at Banner Churchill Hospital. He was born in Fallon, Nevada on September 15, ...
Former Carson City office manager sentenced to prison after stealing company money
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 5:35pmA 56-year-old Carson City woman was sentenced to prison Tuesday after embezzling at least $140,000 as office manager of a Carson City company formerly owned by actor Kevin Costner.
On Tuesday, District Court Judge James Wilson sentenced Barbara Jean Larson to 24 to 72 months in prison on a charge of embezzlement and 12 to 30 months on a charge related to defrauding the State of Nevada, Employment Security Division.
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Carson City woman sentenced to prison for transporting methamphetamine
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 5:13pmA 45-year-old Carson City woman who pled guilty in April to drug charges was sentenced Tuesday to 48 months in prison, with minimum parole eligibility after 12 months, for transporting methamphetamine.
The Tri-Net Narcotics Task Force received a tip Aug. 23, 2012, that Janna Hinsen, who had an active warrant, was staying at a location in Carson City, and would be picking up methamphetamine that day.
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Nevada receives $3.4 million grant from U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 3:50pmCARSON CITY — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded Nevada's Department of Public Safety Emergency Management a $3.4 million grant, an increase of $700,000 given to the state in a similar grant awarded in 2012, officials announced Tuesday.
“I am pleased Nevada has been awarded this grant, with an increase,” said Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval. “I thank Secretary Napolitano for her work and I thank NDEM for facilitating work around the state to ensure that these funds are applied to areas of importance that Nevada public safety officials deem critical.”
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Preliminary Hearing Set for Former Assemblyman Steven Brooks
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 2:34pm
More court dates have been set for former Nevada Assemblyman Steven Brooks on charges stemming from a freeway chase that ended in a violent struggle with California police in March.
Brooks, 41, is now scheduled for a pre-preliminary hearing July 16, and a preliminary hearing July 18 in Victorville, Calif.
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94th Reno Rodeo Begins Thursday
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 2:19pm
by JERI CHADWELL The 94th Reno Rodeo kicks off on Thursday when the participants of this year’s cattle drive arrive at the Reno Livestock Events center with more than 300 rodeo steers. According to a press statement released on Sunday,... Read More ›
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Salon Chocolat's 2nd Annual Hair Show: Manifesto, An Evening of Enchantment
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 1:40pm
Event Date:
July 13, 2013 - 8:00pm Salon Chocolat presents its second annual Hair Show Manifesto: An Evening of Enchantment on July 13 at 177 West Proctor Street, Carson City.
Please join us for a runway show showcasing avant garde hair and makeup. We will have live entertainment by singer Ashley Kepler, with an after party to follow with DJ MO BEATZ. Ticket and raffle proceeds will go towards the Wounded Warrior Project, a charity that helps support injured service men and women.
VIP Tickets: $50 per person, $80 per couple. Tickets include runway seating, champagne, dessert and SWAG bag
Sheriff: Reported crimes down in Carson City during event-filled weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 12:37pmWith tens of thousands of people in Carson City last weekend for local events including Taste of DownTown, the Carson City Airport Open House and the Father's Day Powwow, law enforcement arrest records show a relatively quiet weekend.
"We had an excellent weekend and it goes to show that when there are positive family and community events happening around town, the amount of crimes reported falls very low from all points, north to south, east to west and downtown," said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.
The following arrests were made:
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Carson City Sheriff's Office Lt. Jeff Melvin to be promoted to captain
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 10:48amOn June 19th, Lt. Jeff Melvin will be promoted to the grade of Captain at the Carson City Sheriff’s Office. His promotion signals a milestone completion pursued by Sheriff Furlong since 2003 of having his top front line leadership positions in the department to successfully complete the FBI National Academy (FBINA), thus the promotion from Lieutenant to Captain. The esteem accomplishment of the academy is one of the most prestigious law enforcement alumni in the country.
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Beer, Brats and Ballet at Brewery Arts
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 10:32am
Event Date:
June 29, 2013 - 7:30pm Enjoy a casual atmosphere, original dance with friends, and have a glass of beer and a brat to boot at the Brewery Arts Center in Carosn City June 29.
Watch and get an inside look as the choreographers and company of dancers from the Sierra Nevada Ballet bring to the stage choreography from their upcoming season.
The event will be in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W King Street in Carson City. The program begins at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $15, $20, and $25.
Obituary: Emily Anne Round
Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 10:23amNovember 24, 1979 - June 6, 2013 Emily Anne Round born in Carson City, NV to Peggy Dodd of Gardnerville, NV and Joe Round of Gardnerville, NV was taken at a young ...
Senior Mingle at The Lodge set for Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 9:48amCarson City seniors are invited to celebrate the beginning of summer at a tropical themed Senior Mingle on Thursday, June 20 at The Lodge Assisted Living Community.
Area seniors can “GoGoNuts” while enjoying the party atmosphere in the Lodge’s Ballroom and Dining Hall from 2 to 4pm. Party goers will enjoy music by the Music Man Larry Elliot, tropical food, and fun games. Plus everyone is entered into a raffle for great prizes.
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Condominium fire leads to arrest of woman on felony drug charge
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 9:36amCarson City authorities investigating a possible arson at a condominium this morning arrested the woman who lived at the residence on a felony drug charge. Ginnie Heidt, was arrested at 4:45 a.m. Tuesday in the 200 block of Allouette Way.
According to the arrest report, officers investigating the fire insider Heidt's condominium made contact with her where she told authorities she was not aware of a fire at her residence but that she was informed earlier in the morning from a friend of hers that something bad happened there but that he provided no information.
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Catch the Supermoon over Northern Nevada on Sunday
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 8:08amThe Supermoon is coming. In fact, the upcoming Supermoon is being called a Super Supermoon by some. Myths have it turning folks into werewolves, creating higher tides and causing folks to fall in love. That's the talk about it.
Local Veterans Affairs Office Expands Mental Health Services
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 7:51amThe local Veterans Affairs Sierra Nevada Health Care System has hired 12 new mental health professionals to better serve local veterans. The VA says the new clinical positions will allow veterans to schedule appointments before or after work and on weekends.
Diane Osborne Leaves Lumos Carson City office
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/17/2013 - 10:47pmAfter 24 years as the smiling face that greets clients and visitors to Lumos & Associates' Carson City office, Diane Osborne is leaving the firm.
"All our Carson Office clients know Di, and she remembers almost all of their names, whether they come up to her desk or call on the phone." Said Lumos Carson Office Principal, Mike Bennett. "She made me feel welcome here when I first started with the firm 17 years ago."
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Car Wash to benefit Carson City 50/70 baseball team trip to play in All-Star game
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2013 - 10:22pmEvent Date:
June 29, 2013 - 9:00am
Carson City’s 50/70 All Star baseball team, is representing the State of Nevada in the inaugural national All Star tournament in Irvine, Calif.
The tournament is from July 19th thru July 26th. In order for the team to make the trip they are looking for sponsors to help pay for expenses. They are also going to have a car wash at Carson Dodge Chrysler Jeep, on June 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Any and all contributions would be greatly appreciated. All contributions need to be in by July 15. For information, contact Jay Artz at (775) 230-1170.
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Sierra Nevada Bass Club Topaz Open results; next open July 13 at Lake Almanor
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/17/2013 - 1:22pm
Event Date:
July 13, 2013 (All day) The Sierra Nevada Bass Club sponsored the Topaz Open over Father's Day Weekend (June 15-16) at Topaz Landing/Marina and Lodge/Casino. With four boats and 7 anglers making the trip and all but one managed to catch legal fish to bring to the scale during the two day event.
Carson City Sheriff's Office reports increase in vehicle burglaries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2013 - 9:11amThe Carson City Sheriff's Office reports an uptick in vehicle burglaries around town and asks residents to take pro-active measures to avoid becoming victims.
According to Sgt. Darrin Sloan, the sheriff's office looks at each case to identify patterns to help thwart this type of crime, but lately, patterns are not showing themselves.
There are, however, numerous vehicle burglary cases that have aspects in common, including unlocked doors, open windows and valuables left in plain view, said Sloan in a news release.
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Dry and windy for early part of this week; Red Flag Warning Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2013 - 7:34amDry, windy conditions for the Carson City region will develop late today and early Tuesday as low pressure moves into the Pacific Northwest this week, according to the National Weather Service. A Red Flag Warning will go into effect beginning Tuesday at noon because of the wind that will cause critical fire weather conditions.
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Portion of Carson City Freeway to close Monday night for maintenance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 8:36pmA portion of the Carson City Freeway will be closed Monday beginning at 8 p.m. and running through 6 a.m. Tuesday morning, city officials said.
The Carson City Freeway will be closed from the U.S. Highway 50 East/William Street interchange to the Fairview Drive interchange because of maintenance.
Detours will be signed routing southbound freeway traffic west on William Street and south on to Carson Street. If necessary, the freeway will be closed Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, during the same hours, until the project is complete.
In other road maintenance news:
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Seasons of Insanity Rocks Carson City, Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 4:02pmCarson City shakes with 2.8 magnitude early morning earthquake near Mexican Dam
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 1:55pmAnother series of earthquakes rolled through Carson City Sunday morning, the largest being a magnitude 2.8 recorded at around 4:30 a.m. and centered southeast of town near the Mexican Dam Road area, according to the Nevada Seismological Laboratory.
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Taste of DownTown Carson City 2013 winners announced
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 7:27amHere are the winners as picked by participants of the 20th annual Taste of DownTown Carson City to support Advocates to End Domestic Violence. There were 44 participating restaurants and businesses and 10 bands representing this year's event.
The winners are:
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Personal use firewood cutting on Forest Service land begins in select areas Monday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 1:30amCARSON CITY — Open dead-tree firewood cutting areas in Hope Valley and Leviathan and Poor Boy begins Monday, The Carson Ranger District and Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest announced.
Meanwhile, live-tree cutting areas will open on July 15. Areas include Beagle (Dog Valley area), Scotts Lake (south of Woodfords, Calif), and Thomas Creek Canyon (off of Mt. Rose Highway).
In the live-tree cutting areas, only designated trees may be cut and slash must be piled. Designated trees are described on the live-tree cutting area maps.
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New Miss Nevada is Miss Carson City Diana Sweeney
Submitted by editor on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 12:10amThe new Miss Nevada who will go to the Miss America contest in Atlantic City Sept. 15 is 19-year-old Diana Sweeney, Miss Carson City. Her hometown is Moundhouse but she attends UNR, where she is tackling a dual major in math and education.
Obituary: Clair A. Black
Submitted by admin on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 12:03amJuly 7, 1940 - May 20, 2013 Passed away unexpectedly at home of a heart attack May 20, 2013 he was 72. He was born July 7, 1940 to Leo H. Black and Mary Ellen Huff...
In Memory of Lorene and Gina Rasner
Submitted by admin on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 12:03amIn memory of Lorene who left this life on April 25, 2013 and her daughter Gina who passed on December 13, 2012. Friends and family will gather together to celebrate their liv...
Obituary: Theresa Field
Submitted by admin on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 12:03amDec. 27, 1946 - June 12, 2013 Theresa Field, 66, passed away June 12, 2013 in Carson City, NV. Theresa was born December 27, 1946 in Napa, CA to Louis a...
Obituary: Anne Mary (Swaufield) Williams
Submitted by admin on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 12:03amAug. 26, 1943 - April 24, 2013 Anne Mary (Swaufield) Williams, age 69, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2013. Our beautiful, beloved mother was born...
Obituary: Barbara F. Vucanovich
Submitted by admin on Sun, 06/16/2013 - 12:03amJune 22, 1921 - June 10, 2013 Former U.S. Representative Barbara F. Vucanovich died Monday, June 10, 2013 after a brief illness. Born June 22, 1921 in Camp Dix, Ne...
Carson City prepares to power it up at Legends of the West Bike and Car Fest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 7:14pmHigh octane throttle therapy, chrome and the roar of motorcycles, hot rods, trucks and old car classics will highlight Carson City downtown during Legends of the West Bike and Car Fest, June 21-22.
This jubilee celebrates all things that make the open road a call to the wild side, showcasing incredible hot rods, classic cars, and plenty of motorcycles. Activities feature live entertainment, a Show and Shine, raffles, expanded cruise parade, breakfast, awards, and plenty of dining, hydration and refreshment opportunities.
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Auditions for Proscenium Players '12 Angry Jurors' begin Sunday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 6:50pmCARSON CITY — Fans of the movie “Twelve Angry Men” will delight in Proscenium Players’ stage-play version of it, “Twelve Angry Jurors.”
Director Heidi Hampton has chosen to balance male and female roles and set the stage play, to be performed at the Silver State Charter School’s Performing Arts Theatre, in a time period when women were first allowed to sit on a jury.
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Carson City Airport Open House Photos and video
Submitted by editor on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 6:41pmDozens of aircraft were on display Saturday at the annual Carson City Airport Open House. The annual aviation show featured teams of pilots and a variety of aircraft from around the West.
Attended by several thousand, the all-ages event brought vendors, families and scores of aviation fans to Carson City. Children enjoyed free airplane rides and the Kiwanis Club hosted a pancake breakfast.
In the video below, the Beech Boys Formation Flyers take a practice run with Carson Now and cameraman Steve Mitchell of eMedia Studios.
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Nashville Songwriter performs at Comma Coffee
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 1:59pm
Event Date:
July 8, 2013 - 4:00pm At 63, singer-songwriter Rick Millward is ramping up a career when most artists are retiring, or heading out for nostalgia tours.
This ambition was sparked by an experiment in social media, using the Reverbnation.com site to introduce his recordings to a wider audience. He joined Reverbnation a little over a year ago, as an experiment, entering the Nashville Americana “chart” at No. 85. He will be appearing at Comma Coffee in Carson City July 8.
Swimsuit competition added to the Carson Nugget’s Summer 'Red, White and Blue Barbecue' series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 12:53pm
Event Date:
June 29, 2013 - 1:00pm Hey Carson City, grab your favorite swimsuit and get ready to strut your stuff to win more than a $1,000 in cash and prices.
The next Red, White and Blue Barbecue at the Carson Nugget in Carson City will feature a Men and Women’s Swimsuit Contest during the June 29th day-long barbecue from 1 to 7 p.m. The contest will be held from 2-5:30 p.m. with the finals being held inside the casino at the Show Bar beginning at 5:30 p.m.
All signups will receive a free barbecue plate. Because the barbecue is a family event, there are ground rules regarding the competition:
Bicyclist injured near Hobart Lake; Care Flight responds
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 11:55amCare Flight was ordered late Saturday morning for an injured bicyclist found near Hobart Lake, northwest of Carson City.
Search and Rescue and Carson City Fire Department used ATV and brush vehicles to get into the area, which is in rough terrain. Dispatch was alerted to the injured cyclist at 11:08 a.m., who was said to have a back injury.
Care Flight was ordered at 11:48 a.m., once rescue personnel were able to make contact with the victim. The helicopter was to land in an area near the scene of the accident, about a quarter mile from the lake.
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Susan Haas named interim executive director, CEO for Nevada RSVP
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 10:55amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Rural Counties Retired Senior Volunteer Program Board of Directors has appointed Susan Haas as Interim Executive Director and CEO. Haas began work with the organization in 2007 as Program Director then was promoted in 2012 to Director of Development.
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An Author's Faire presented by Sandie La Nae
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 10:39am
Event Date:
July 20, 2013 - 11:00am Local author, Sandie La Nae is presenting an Author's Faire on July 20...from 11:00 to 3:00 at the historic St. Charles Hotel in Carson City.
310 S. Carson Street (above Firkin & Fox - across the street from the Legistlature)
If you are an author of any genre, and would like to attend, please send your info to me at admin@sandiespsychicstones.com
Take a practice formation flight run with the Beech Boys Formation Flyers
Submitted by newsroom on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 9:58amThe Beech Boys Formation Flyers, performing at the Carson City airport open house, took flight Friday on a practice run with CarsonNOW.org and cameraman Steve Mitchell of eMedia Studios. Experience raw flight footage and scenic Carson City and Washoe Lake vistas in formation! Sit in the copilot seat, view the action from the camera plane, and share the excitement with pilots Colin Aro, Christian Goetze, John Tate, Bruce Wold, and Wolfgang Polak in formation... fly'in the skies of Carson CIty.
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