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Carson City Humane Society's Pets of the Week: Mickey and Marley
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 06/23/2020 - 10:46amHey there Carson City, say hello to our Pets of the Week, Mickey and Marley!
Mickey and Marley are a bonded pair of brothers and they have been together their whole lives, so they’re looking for a new home together. More to love for you!
Nevada Guard activates 700 more personnel in historic response to battle COVID-19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/14/2020 - 11:08amAbout 700 additional Nevada National Guard Soldiers and Airmen will enter the fight against COVID-19 this week, Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Tuesday.
Brewery Arts Center debuts female version of 'The Odd Couple' beginning Friday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/14/2020 - 2:08pmStep aside Felix and Oscar, Florence and Olive are in town! The female version of The Odd Couple opens February 14 at the Brewery Arts Center and runs 14-16 and 21-23 with doors opening at 7 pm on Friday and Saturday nights at doors at 1:30 pm on Sundays. Show at 7:30 pm and 2:00 pm.
WNC Celebrates HSE Recipients, Honor Society Inductees, College and Career Transition Students
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 11:35amIt was a celebration unlike any other for family and friends of Western Nevada College’s Adult Literacy and Language program honorees on Thursday night at the Carson Nugget Hall on the Carson City campus.
The AL&L program honored an outstanding group of High School Equivalency recipients, National Adult Education Honor Society inductees and College and Career Transition students to salute the transformation in their lives through a return and embracing of education.
Army Reservist killed, 4 Nevada Army Guardsmen injured in Louisiana training accident
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/15/2019 - 7:24pmCARSON CITY — One Army Reservist was killed and four Nevada Army National Guardsmen were injured in a military vehicle rollover accident during training early Wednesday morning at the Joint Readiness Training Center in Fort Polk, Louisiana, according to a Nevada State Public Affairs Officer for the Nevada National Guard.
Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Man booked for disorderly conduct, resisting arrest
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 08/18/2018 - 10:29amA transient man was arrested Friday evening at 8:02 p.m. in the 500 block of North Carson Street on misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct, trespassing and resisting arrest, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.
Sugar Cookie Open House for Relay for Life
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/15/2018 - 8:39amLet us do the baking for your Easter cookies! Buy a dozen sugar cookies and decorate them with our frosting and sprinkles or take them home and decorate.
This event is Saturday, March 24, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at United Methodist Church, 1375 Centerville Lane in Gardnerville.
Perfect if you need to take cookies to an Easter gathering or to your child's school.
One dozen cookies is $10 and all proceeds will be donated to Relay for Life Carson City/Douglas County.
Bring a container to take your cookies home.
Senators baseball recap: Carson's offense falls flat in 4-3 loss to Reno
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 03/14/2018 - 8:13pmThe Carson Senators’ baseball season is in full swing, as a 4-3 loss to the Reno Huskies concluded a total of five games in five days.
Carson City's new restaurant Vino's Pizza adds homemade touch to gourmet pizza
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Thu, 03/01/2018 - 2:34pmCarson City's Brugo’s Pizza Company and Bistro changed ownership recently and is now Vino’s Pizza, transitioning to completely homemade, organic ingredients and a mountain of new menu items.
The Carson Comedy Club Presents Comedian Mickey Joseph
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/11/2017 - 1:53pmStand-up Comic Mickey Joseph was a finalist in 1998 SF Comedy Competition. Throughout the 80's and 90's, he appeared on ABC'S America's Funniest People, NBC'S Friday Night Videos, and FOX TV'S Comedy Day. He has also headlined Harvey's in Portland, Indianapolis Comedy Connection, Governors in NY, the Icehouse in Pasadena, Comedy Underground in Seattle, Rooster T. Feathers in Sunnyvale. and many more.
Adult Literacy, Language Program at WNC Celebrates Students’ Success
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 6:00amThey did it. Western Nevada College’s Adult Literacy and Language program prepares students to reach their education goals and career aspirations.
Friday, March 17: Things to do on St. Patrick’s Day
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 03/16/2017 - 10:14pmIrish eyes are smiling on us: it’s going to be a gorgeous day. You won’t have to look far for some green beer, whiskey, or corned beef – there will be St. Patrick’s Day parties all over. Live music is on the menu, as well. Choose from Men of Worth at the Brewery Arts Center, an all ages punk show at Sassafras, or Stereo Galaxy in the McFadden Plaza, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. The brave ones will be at the St. Baldrick Fundraiser at Red’s Old 395 where you’ll see some heads shaved for a good cause. Where ever you end up, just make sure you have a plan to get home safely.
Carson Comedy Club Presents Rick D'Elia tonight at the Carson Nugget
Submitted by editor on Fri, 02/17/2017 - 1:17pmCarson Comedy Club presents Rick D'Elia at the Carson Nugget tonight, Friday, Feb. 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Originally from Boston, Rick was a recurring sketch performer on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and a finalist in the prestigious San Francisco Comedy Competition.
Wednesday, Feb. 15: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 02/14/2017 - 11:41pmHappily ever after is usually dismissed as a Disney movie ending, but bring your Mickey Mouse knowledge to the Carson Library for a family friendly trivia night. Jazz in on the menu at Living the Good Life, in addition to some delicious dinner options. Learn what a Gibson Girl of the Victorian era did to get her classic silhouette at the Dayton Historical Society meeting. Climate change is the focus of a documentary at Western Nevada College: all interested are invited. Keep reading for even more of Wednesday's options.
WEDNESDAY:
Carson Comedy Club Presents Rick D'Elia
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/14/2017 - 12:04pmCarson Comedy Club presents Rick D'Elia at the Carson Nugget. Tickets can be purchased at http://bpt.me/2831142
What it means to be Rock Steady in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 02/06/2017 - 11:11pmThere is something about Francisco Rodriguez that screams tenacity.
It could be the fact that he reminds me of a kinder, gentler Mickey Goldmill, the rough-edged, gravelly-voiced fictional manager of Rocky Balboa played superbly by actor Burgess Meredith. He never gave up believing in Balboa, even when Rocky had quit on himself.
T.E.A.M. Together Entrepreneurs Achieve More
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/06/2017 - 12:26am“I wanted to be a neurologist. That seemed to be the most difficult, most intriguing, and the most important aspect of medicine, which had links with psychology, aggression, behavior, and human affairs. The man who can drive himself further once the effort gets painful is the man who will win.”
~Roger Bannister, Athlete, Physician
Carson City native living her dream in Hollywood
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 6:58amA small town girl trying to make it big in Tinseltown.
It's a story that goes back nearly a century, when the silver screen drew as many starry-eyed dreamers to the film capital of the world as it did audiences to movie houses.
Friday, Oct. 23: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 10/23/2015 - 5:09amTime to kick off the weekend. Here's a list of what's going on today in Carson City.
FRIDAY:
•*Nevada Day Treasure Hunt is over: MEDALLION FOUND at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
•*’Divergence’ by artist Katie Lewis at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)
•*Artists Walter McNamara and Lynda Yuroff featured in the OXS Gallery at the Nevada Arts Council: 716 N. Carson St. (8am-5pm)
•*NAA Art Exhibit by Mark Kyle and Photography by Chas. H. McDonnell, III at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-5pm)
Carson City sheriff's log: Felony and misdemeanor arrests made Friday and early Saturday
Submitted by Rachel Spacek on Sat, 07/25/2015 - 6:02pmCarson City sheriff's deputies made a handful of arrests Friday in the 600 block of South Roop Street on a follow up narcotics complaint.
According to the arrest report, officers knocked on the door of the residence where there had been a complaint of drug use.
Friday, July 3: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 07/03/2015 - 4:06amOver the next few days you will be inundated with options: where to go, what to see. Fourth of July weekend in Northern Nevada is a great time. Kick it off today with the Nevada State Train Museum; a parade of trains and unlimited ride passes. The carnival at Mills Park opens every day at noon and has rides, games, funnel cake and cotton candy; you’ll find a $5 off coupon at the RSVP booth. Head up to Kings Beach tonight and catch an early-bird fireworks display. Go here for a list all of your Independence Day options.
FRIDAY:
- Fourth of July Specials at Empire Ranch Golf Course ($34 includes 18 holes, cart, and lunch)
- Fourth of July Weekend Celebration at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (Parade of trains 9am-10am; Train Rides 10am-4pm; Unlimited Ride wristband $15, $5 kids)
Winners announced for weekend Carson City Brews, Bikes and Bubbly festivities
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/01/2015 - 1:55pmThe Nevada Day Inc Committee is proud to announce all of the winners from the first BattleBorn 1864 Brews Bikes, and Bubbly event held on June 26-27. This event was held in conjunction with the Carson City Sheriff's Office Extreme Motor Officer Training Challenge. Here are the winners of the many contests that were held over the weekend:
Friday, May 1: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 05/01/2015 - 4:23amThe Genoa Cowboy Festival is just starting, and I suspect that’s where Calamity Jane would be spending her birthday. If not there, than maybe up in Virginia City: today marks the first ‘Flashback Friday’ of the year, when all of the museums have free admission. Tonight she could catch some laughs at Carson Comedy in the Nugget or at the Brewery Art Center for First Friday Improv. Saturday she'd likely trade in her six-shooter for a wine glass, because it is Wine Walk Weekend.
FRIDAY:
- ’Drink One for Dane’ Muscular Dystrophy Association Fundraiser at Dutch Bros Coffee
- Genoa Cowboy Festival: A variety of daytime events are FREE at the Cowboy Festival including: Chautauquas, Living History Tours, Musical Performances, Cowboy Poetry, Melodramas, and Historical Reenactments
Elton John, Brad Paisley added to Harveys Lake Tahoe summer concert series
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/08/2015 - 11:20amHarveys Outdoor Summer Concert Series at south shore Lake Tahoe has expanded with the announcement of two fan favorites to the summer 2015 lineup. Sir Elton John and his band return Saturday, Aug. 8 to Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena as part of the “All The Hits” tour. This summer also marks the return of country star Brad Paisley.
Outdoors with Don Q: Sad ending for a once great organization
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/15/2015 - 10:56amThe Ormsby Sportsmen's Association of Carson City has announced that it has disbanded and closed its doors after an existence of almost 70 years, beginning way back in August, 1945.
Don Q's Nevada and Northern California fishing report for week of April 23-30
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/22/2014 - 8:15pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, northern California and the Sierra. This Saturday, April 26, 2014 is the opening day for fishing in most California waters. Remember to keep your fishing license in view, the thermos filled with coffee and tight lines all the way.
Carson City Libary Celebrates National Library Week with impressive lineup
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/14/2013 - 11:54amAn action-packed week filled with music, arts, books, Nevada political history and more will be featured as Carson City Library celebrates National Library week.
Special events kick off Monday, 6 p.m., at the library auditorium with “The Lure of Music, a Human Universal” presented by internationally-recognized music scholar Fredric Lieberman, Ph.D., a distinguished professor of music at the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Movie Review: Survivor skills unfold in 'The Grey'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/29/2012 - 8:22pmThe action-thriller film "The Grey," currently on view at the Fandango Galaxy theaters in Carson City, is a stark story of men in wilderness and their efforts to survive.
Movie Reivew: 'Immortals' won't live long in movie history
Submitted by admin on Sat, 11/19/2011 - 10:07amSometimes one wonders if casting calls in Hollywood consisted of the males baring pectorals and the women an ability to look good but not have to have any actings skills. And for directors to have a good visual sense but no idea of what a story it supposed to do.
That sentiment is triggered by the movie "Immortals," currently flickering at the Fandango Galaxy cineplex in Carson City.
Movie Review: 'Lincoln Lawyer' offers a solid plot, superb editing
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/19/2011 - 3:50pmPlenty of good snow up there, but if you're in the mood for a fine crime thriller you could certainly enjoy "The Lincoln Lawyer," currently playing at the Casino Fandango Galaxy multiplex in Carson City.
The cast is solid, with craggy Matthew McConaughey as criminal lawyer Mickey Heller, who runs his law practice from the back seat of a Lincoln Town Car driven by a former client who is working off his legal fees.