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A White, Snow Covered and Sunny Day Above Indian Hills
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/03/2023 - 9:53amSunset over Indian Hills
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/27/2022 - 12:03pmCarson City chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby share in concern, hope for the future (opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/26/2021 - 2:18pmClimate change: Is it real? Yes! Is there something that you can do? Yes! A few years ago I became more aware and concerned about our environment. My concern was elevated based upon what I was reading, hearing and witnessing.
Capital City Arts Initiative announces exhibition of Photo Finished 2021 presented by Carson High Seniors
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/23/2021 - 12:06pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative (CCAI) announces its exhibition, "Photo Finished 2021", at the Community Development Building (the Brick), 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City through March 25, 2021.
Thirteen seniors from Carson High School’s Advanced Photography program have work in the exhibit which is available online at ccainv.org.
Silver Oak Senior Men Golf Club readies for 2021
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/18/2021 - 7:37amCARSON CITY, Nev. — Each passing month gets us closer to golf time! The Silver Oak Senior Men’s Golf Club has officially teed it up for the 2021 golf season. SOSMGC is open to golfers 55 years of age and older and all handicap levels.
Stewart Indian School Cultural Center Museum in Carson City to reopen Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 5:30pmCARSON CITY — The Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum announced Thursday it is reopening to the public on Tuesday, Jan. 19, the day after the nation celebrates Martin Luther King Day.
Scientists keep watch on climate and weather as drought grips Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 2:50pmRENO — With much of the State of Nevada listed as in extreme drought, Nevadans are facing forecasts for a mild winter, with little precipitation since the rainy season started. With these designations, southern Nevadans are facing a mild and dry winter and northern Nevadans are looking at an uncertain forecast. All could face water restrictions, crop or pasture loss and, with exceptional drought, water shortage emergencies.
Nevada Humanities Announces Nature-Themed Books for 2021 Nevada Reads Program
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 1:01pmNevada Humanities has announced the book selections for its statewide 2021 Nevada Reads program. Nevada Reads will feature two memoirs — Miracle Country: A Memoir by Kendra Atleework, and World of Wonders: In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments by Aimee Nezhukumatathil.
Lyon County says mountain lions in Mound House area have killed livestock, pets
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 11:55amThe Lyon County Sheriff's Office has reported a number of mountain lions that have been observed in the Mound House area that have apparently killed domestic animals and livestock, according to a post on the county's Facebook page.
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.
Carson City area weather: Parade of winter storms lined up into the new year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 12:10pmWith the closing of 2020 the new year will bring in a parade of winter storms for the Sierra, Carson City area and western Nevada, according to the National Weather Service.
PBS Reno's 'Wild Nevada' season 5 picked up for distribution by American Public Television
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/25/2020 - 2:57pmPBS Reno is excited to announce Season 5 of its award-winning local production, "Wild Nevada," has been picked up for national distribution by American Public Television. The first episode will be available to participating PBS member stations around the country on March 10, 2021.
Snow blankets the Sierra over Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/14/2020 - 5:08pmKirkwood now open for 2020-21 season; joins Heavenly and Northstar
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/06/2020 - 7:52amKirkwood Mountain Resort kicked off a successful start to the 2020-21 ski and ride season Frday. With a winter operating plan focused on comprehensive safety protocols, Kirkwood opened with more than 180 acres of beginner, intermediate and advanced terrain.
What you need to know about Christmas tree cutting in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/03/2020 - 11:52amWhile Christmas tree cutting permits sold out in the Tahoe Basin almost as soon as they were available, with 2,000 permits being snatched up by Nov. 17, not all is lost if you've decided to brave the wilderness to cut down your very own festive tree.
Candy Cane Express, Train of Lights steam up for the holidays in Virginia City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 9:51amLooking for a safe, cozy new family tradition this holiday season? The Virginia Truckee Railroad has developed the perfect solution with their Holiday steam trains, Candy Cane Express and Comstock Train of Lights, departing from the original V. & T. R.R. 1870 passenger depot in Virginia City.
Carson Valley Virtual Turkey Trot, open mic night, craft show, live music and more highlight weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 9:49pmHeading into the weekend and inching closer to Thanksgiving, there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. The fourth annual Carson Valley Turkey Trot begins Friday and will be held virtually throughout the month of November. Combined with live music and Open Mic Night at A to Zen, the state capital will be buzzing with excitement. Read on for more information.
Capital City Arts Initiative, Western Nevada College present 'Metallum Terrae' art exhibit
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 1:17pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative and Western Nevada College present "Metallum Terrae" an exhibition by Kyle Karrasch in the college’s Bristlecone Gallery, 2201 W College Parkway, Carson City now through Dec. 17, 2020. The gallery is open to the public, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Tahoe Basin Christmas tree online permit sales begin Nov. 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 9:25amThe USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will begin selling Christmas tree permits online beginning Monday, Nov. 16.
Carson City area forecast: Clearing and cold with another storm possible Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/09/2020 - 8:46amCold temperatures and some clearing will persist Monday following the snowfall early Sunday that brought a few inches to a foot of snow or more from the valley floors to the Sierra.
Mountain Lion spotted early Friday morning on Emerson and Roop Street
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/06/2020 - 10:19amAccording to Carson Now reader Robynn Wartooth, a mountain lion was spotted early Friday morning on the bike path by Emerson and Roop Streets.
Snowmaking begins at Tahoe resorts; opening days set for Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 6:19pmCold 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 2020-21 winter season.
At Carson City airport rally, Trump promises hard-hit Nevada an economic revival
Submitted by admin on Sun, 10/18/2020 - 7:18pmPresident Donald Trump predicted that Nevada’s battered tourism industry would “come roaring back” under his leadership, warning that the lights of Las Vegas and Reno would be extinguished under a Joe Biden presidency and that Carson City, where he rallied supporters Sunday evening, would turn into a ghost town.
House candidate Patricia Ackerman to speak at Monday's Carson City Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/15/2020 - 8:26pmThe featured speaker at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon will be Patricia Ackerman, Democratic candidate for Nevada's 2nd Congressional District (CD-2). An Emerge Nevada graduate, Patricia ran an aggressive Assembly campaign against District 39 Republican Jim Wheeler in 2018.
Tahoe South addresses COVID winter visitation safety with enhanced approaches
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 3:40pmFor winter enthusiasts eager to explore South Tahoe’s vast outdoor winter wonderland, tourism officials recommend advance planning, mid-week stays, and securing reservations early for desired attractions and dining. To help visitors plan a safe, healthy winter adventure, Tahoe South offers updated information on its website at “Know Before You Go” and Responsible Recreation with all current state and county health protocols.
To help with wildfire mitigation, state looks to new tactic: 300 goats
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/02/2020 - 9:16amBut this fire season, the Nevada Division of Forestry and NV Energy are using a different kind of fire prevention technology — a herd of more than 300 goats.
2020 pine nut harvest season begins on Nevada public lands
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/20/2020 - 12:38pmThe 2020 pine nut harvest season kicks off on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management and Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Both agencies are working together to ensure the public is safely harvesting pine nuts and aware of the regulations.
Carson Tahoe welcomes Joanne Miller as new Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 1:26pmCARSON CITY — Carson Tahoe Health is proud to announce Joanne Miller as its new Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer. She brings with her more than 30 years of hospital operations experience and nursing excellence.
Northern Nevada gardening: Nonprofit GROW brings beauty to landscaping for all to see
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/30/2020 - 10:03amAs I drive the freeway through Carson City, I am reminded of one of the best Master Gardener Volunteers’ gifts to the community. From the spectacular eagle sculptures at either end of the freeway to each of the metal sculptures along the rest of the freeway and on/off-ramps to the landscaping, multi-use path and the patterning on the walls, I remember a group of Master Gardeners from the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension who created what we see today.
Advocates to End Domestic Violence fulfills 2 of 3 goals as Carson City campus takes shape
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 11:55amBuilding a campus dedicated to aiding, sheltering, nurturing, and educating victims of domestic violence and sexual assault has been the dream of Advocates to End Domestic Violence Executive Director Lisa Lee and her board for the past 25 years.