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Douglas sheriff's office offers free alcohol server training
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/05/2014 - 2:34pmThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is sponsoring free server training to any business owner, manager, clerks or anyone who sells or serves alcohol as a part of their employment. This server training also includes volunteers of non-profit organizations that may serve alcohol at special events.
Outdoors with Don Q: Escaping from winter to a tropical paradise
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/15/2014 - 9:15amIf you're getting tired of our winter cold, frost, ice and snow (what little we have received so far), you might want to consider a vacation trip to Hawaii.
Elaine and I, our son Jim, daughter-in-law Kathi and my cousin Lorraine Scholes and her husband Bob just returned, earlier this week, from a fun-filled 14-day vacation trip to Honolulu on the Island of Oahu (4 days) and to Poipu on the Island of Kauai (10 days).
Will Carson City businesses get free money?
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/06/2014 - 5:14pmToday Lori Bagwell pointed to the Plan of Expenditure at the Board of Supervisors meeting and asked for clarification before the Board took its final vote on the 8th of a cent sales tax increase.
Fuji Park and Bailey Fishing Pond will suffer
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/06/2014 - 11:57amWe were relieved to read that not all tribal members are supporting the proposed motocross track on the Washoe Tribe’s land. It gave us hope that the Washoe people really do believe in their statement that “the Washoe Tribe have long considered themselves stewards of our land and continue to maintain that position, never to compromise or sacrifice our environmental and archeologically sensitive lands.”
In our opinion the development of a motocross track in the proposed location would be a complete contradiction to this statement.
New Year's Eve at Lake Tahoe features casino corridor party, SnowGlobe music festival
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/24/2013 - 3:26pmThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is making preparations for the upcoming New Year’s Eve celebration at Lake Tahoe starting on Tuesday, December 31st, 2013. Each year upwards of 60,000 celebrants ring in the New Year in the casino core area of Stateline, Nevada.
Fourth annual 'Cookies with Santa' at Adele's to benefit Ron Wood Family Resource Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/11/2013 - 12:16pmThanks to big hearts and the spirit of giving, the fourth annual Cookies with Santa, a benefit for Ron Wood Family Resource Center’s holiday fund, takes place Dec. 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Café at Adele’s.
Children of all ages are invited to enjoy hot cider, hot chocolate and cookies, visit with and have their picture taken with Santa, while helping provide Christmas for children in need.
Carson City skaters take to the ice, Arlington arena celebrates sixth season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 11/29/2013 - 2:58pmIce skating enthusiasts of all ages burned off Thanksgiving dinner and then some Friday by lacing up the blades and getting their axels, spirals and swizzles in overdrive at Carson City's Arlington Square Ice Rink for the opening day.
Carson City's Arlington Square Ice Rink to open the day after Thanksgiving
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/19/2013 - 10:59amTime to dig out the blades from the garage, lace them up and head to downtown Carson City for a frosty, icy wintertime tradition.
The Arlington Square Ice Rink will skate its way into the 2013-2014 season beginning Friday, Nov. 29. The facility is located at the corner of North Carson Street and West Robinson Street across from the Carson Nugget. The facility offers skate rentals, a warming tent, snacks and beverages and plenty of thrills for the family.
New Tractor Supply Company store in Carson is firm's first foray into Nevada market
Submitted by admin on Thu, 09/26/2013 - 10:37amTractor Supply Company, (NASDAQ: TSCO) the largest retail farm and ranch supply store chain in the United States, today announced the opening of its first store in the State of Nevada, as a part of the Company’s expansion strategy into the Western region of the country.
Carson City Resident to Perform at "Dayton Valley Days"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/18/2013 - 10:58amCarson City resident, Rick J. Radecki of Lion's Roar Media, will be performing his unique blend of live singing of Romantic Standards, Broadway Show Tunes, and 70s/80s love songs on Sunday, September 22 at the "Dayton Valley Days" celebration.
Fundraiser for St. Mary's Art and Retreat Center October 6
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/10/2013 - 4:11pmVirginia City’s St. Mary's Art and Retreat Center, the Gold Hill Hotel, and the Comstock Foundation for History and Culture will be co-hosting an event called “Turn up the Heat – Saving the Boiler at the Arts Center.” The event, held at the Gold Hill Hotel, will include a wine tasting and art auction. All proceeds will assist with the restoration of the 1875 historic building that houses the Center.
Winter ski and snowboard pass option features three Lake Tahoe resorts
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/19/2013 - 4:20pmWith less than 100 days until the beginning of the 2013-2014 Lake Tahoe ski and ride season, now is the time to purchase the best-valued season pass to Tahoe’s three premier mountain destinations, Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar. The Tahoe Local and Tahoe Value Passes offer access to more than 263 trails, 14 terrain parks and 10,270 acres all on one pass; but the current season pass prices are only guaranteed through September 2, 2013.
Watch it Live: Carson City Board of Supervisors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/15/2013 - 2:53am20 20 Group presenting Downtown Carson City Revitalization Plan to Board of Supervisors Thursday Evening
Submitted by newsroom on Wed, 08/14/2013 - 3:25pmMEETING OF THE CARSON CITY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Day: Thursday
Date: August 15, 2013
Time of Presentation: Evening Session: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Community Center, Sierra Room
851 East William Street
Carson City, Nevada
Carson City road construction report for Aug. 12-18
Submitted by editor on Sat, 08/10/2013 - 5:05pmHere is the Carson City road construction and maintenance report for the week of Aug. 12-18. Tuesday, August 13, the outside eastbound lane on Fairview Drive will be closed between Roop Street and Industrial Park Drive during the early morning hours. The lane is expected to reopen by 7 a.m.
From Thursday, August 15, and Friday, August 16, the inside lanes in both directions on William Street will be closed from just east of Rand Avenue to just west of the interchange with the Carson City Freeway.
Historic Dangberg Ranch picked among favorite Nevada places
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/05/2013 - 12:32pmCARSON CITY — For the second year, online voters picked the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park in Minden as one of six standout sites in the 2013 Nevada Treasures in the Discover Your Nevada contest, officials announced Monday.
The Nevada Northern Railway in Ely, the Star Hotel and Basque Restaurant in Elko, the Lost City Museum in Overton, the Nevada State Museum in Las Vegas and the Pahrump Valley winery were also picked, said Claudia Vecchio, Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs director.
Carson City road report for Aug. 5-11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 08/03/2013 - 10:50amHere is the Carson City road construction and maintenance report for the week of Aug. 5-11: Slurry seal activity will continue on Monday, August 5, and Tuesday, August 6, on streets east of Edmonds Drive in the area bounded by Fairview Drive to the north and Koontz Lane to the south.
There will also be slurry sealing on Waterford Place and Derby Court on Tuesday, August 6. There will be temporary road closures while the work is being done. Delays are expected.
Swing with Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival
Submitted by newsroom on Fri, 08/02/2013 - 4:27pmThe summer will sizzle in blue hot notes this August in Carson City as the Mile High Jazz Band Association, local businesses, and music lovers prepare for "Jazz and Beyond: Carson City Music Festival."
Complete schedule with links: http://milehighjazz.com/J&B_schedule_2013.htm
Carson City road report for week of July 22-28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 07/20/2013 - 10:54amHere is the Carson City road construction and maintenance report for the week of July 22-28: Lane closures will continue on Fairview Drive between Carson Street to just east of Edmonds Drive from 8 p.m. Sunday, July 21, through 6 a.m. on Monday, July 22. Detours will be signed.
On Wednesday, July 24, S. Lompa Lane will be closed between Fairview Drive and Edmonds Drive for maintenance. Detours will be signed, but business access will be maintained.
Carson City road construction report for week of July 8-14
Submitted by editor on Sun, 07/07/2013 - 12:16pmHere is the Carson City road construction and maintenance report for Monday, July 8 through July 14.
Beginning Monday, July 8, there will be nightly lane closures on South Carson Street between Koontz Lane and US Highway 50 W (Spooner Junction) between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. Once the work on Carson Street is complete, Frontage Road will be permanently closed from Arthur Street to just south of Snyder Avenue. However, access will be maintained for businesses and residences. This will likely occur mid to late-week.
Carson City Sheriff's Office issues four alcohol-related citations Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/01/2013 - 9:06amTwo individuals and two servers were issued citations Saturday as part of efforts by the Carson City Sheriff's Office to stop the sale of alcohol to minors.
A "shoulder tap" operation was conducted by the Carson City Sheriff's Office on Saturday where individuals were asked by a person in decoy to purchase alcohol for him or her. The "decoy" informed those asked that he/she was underage and could not purchase the alcohol. The decoy was assisted by two Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies who oversaw the operation.
Legacy and history shine at Stewart Indian School's Father's Day Powwow
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/27/2013 - 1:30amTradition, legacy and Native American culture will once again shine with brilliant colors and graceful dance Father's Day weekend in Carson City.
The annual Father's Day Powwow at Stewart Indian School draws a number of quality American Indian arts and crafts vendors, and is also a time for alumni, former employees and their families and friends to gather at the former campus at 5500 Snyder Avenue in Carson City.
Carson City road report for May 13-19
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/11/2013 - 1:39pmHere is the Carson City road maintenance and construction report for the week of May 13-19.
Beginning Monday, May 13 through Friday, May 17, Lompa Lane will be closed between Highway 50 East and Menlo Drive.
Detours will be marked. In addition, the JAC bus routes 2A and 2B will be re-routed to follow the detour route and the bus stops on Lompa Lane and Menlo Drive will be temporarily closed during the road closure.
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.
Multiple road projects in Carson City begin Monday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 03/30/2013 - 12:00amHere is the Carson City road construction and maintenance report beginning Monday, April 1: With ongoing construction of the Carson City Freeway project, Snyder Avenue is closed between E. Roland Street and Center Drive.
Center Drive and Silver Sage Drive are also closed south of Appion Way. Bennett Avenue is closed between Center Drive and Bigelow Drive. Detours will be marked.
On Monday, April 1, Airport Road will be closed between Fifth Street and Butti Way due to roadway maintenance.
Carson City road construction and maintenance for week of March 25-30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 03/23/2013 - 8:05amHere is the Carson City road construction and maintenance report for the week of March 25-31.
Because of continued construction of the Carson City Freeway project, Snyder Avenue is closed between E. Roland Street and Center Drive. Center Drive and Silver Sage Drive are also closed south of Appion Way. Bennett Avenue is closed between Center Drive and Bigelow Drive. Detours will be marked.
Putting Main Street on a Road Diet
Submitted by BikeCarson.com on Thu, 03/21/2013 - 4:25pmOn March 14th I attended a workshop presented by the Carson City Public Works Department. The presentation outlined a proposal to create a pedestrian-friendly environment on Carson Street through the downtown area of Carson City between Fifth Street and Ann Street. This Road Diet, as they are commonly called, would include using striping to reduce travel lanes from four to two, and add on-street parallel parking.
Carson City Public Works to host March 14 workshop on downtown Carson Street parking plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/05/2013 - 10:27pmThe Carson City Public Works Department will give a presentation and conduct a workshop Thursday, March 14 to answer questions and take public comment regarding proposed plans to create a pedestrian-friendly environment on Carson Street through the downtown area.
The presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Center, Sierra Room. The public is invited to ask questions of Public Works staff regarding the project and provide comments regarding the conceptual plans.
Reno agrees to $30 million deal to refinance Aces ballpark project
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/30/2013 - 6:11pmIn a 5-2 decision the Reno City Council on Wednesday approved restructuring the financial agreements amounting to about $30 million related to the Reno Aces baseball stadium project. Council Members Brekhus and Schieve opposed the plan.
Friday Night Karaoke at The Spoke Bar
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/07/2013 - 1:38pmDue to the success of our previous karaoke nights at The Spoke, we're going to continue EVERY Friday night through the month of January! Enjoy the always low drink prices, a relaxed smoke-free environment, and Ken's bizarre karaoke spectacle each week!
More announcements coming soon on special events and contests!
The Spoke is Located in North Carson at 3198 Deer Run, just off Highway 50.