September 2012
Jobs, Support Of Middle Class Focus Of Spirited Senate Debate Between Heller, Berkley
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 2:10pmCARSON CITY – It took all of about ten minutes for Sen. Dean Heller and Rep Shelley Berkley to mix it up in their first debate in the U.S. Senate race Thursday, criticizing each other on campaign issues ranging from ethics to Medicare to big oil subsidies.
The hour-long debate on KNPB-TV in Reno was the first chance for many voters to see the two candidates spar on the issues, most of which have already been the focus of campaign attacks in the race to date.
Fernley 95A Speedway Race Results for September 15, 2012
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 11:51amIt was the final points race of the season, a night that would see champions crowned in six racing divisions at Fernley 95A Speedway. Over 70 cars were on hand, and there were lots of spectators in the stands rooting for their favorite driver.
Fernley 95A Speedway Two-Day Shootout
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 11:45am
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September 29, 2012 (All day) Fernley 95A Speedway will hold its season-ending event on September 29-30 with the Two-Day Shootout. Promoter Matt Ramthun expects between 150 and 200 cars to compete in six racing divisions over the two days of racing. Local racers will be joined by competitors from California, Utah, Washington, Oregon, and perhaps even farther away.
Prescription drug roundup offered Saturday
Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 8:53amGetting expired or unused prescription drugs out of the bathroom medicine cabinet and into pill-dumping stations Saturday can keep them from being circulated in area high schools, Partnership Carson City Executive Director Kathy Bartosz said.
Those pills, ranging from narcotics to heart medicine for a teenager's parent or grandparent, can have a street value and be highly addictive.
Genoa Lakes Sale in Escrow, Set to Close in October
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 8:42amSale of the 564-acre Genoa Lakes Golf Resort to Mazz Golf Management Co. is currently in escrow with closing expected in mid-October, the principals of the deal announced in a news release.
Death Notice: Wilma L. Walker
Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 4:01amWilma L. Walker, 96, passed away September 25, 2012 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremations & Burial. 775-882-1766Copyright 2012 -. All rights reserved. This...
Death Notice: Alice W. Carpenter
Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/28/2012 - 4:01amAlice W. Carpenter, 93, passed away on September 21, 2012 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are being handled by FitzHenry's Funeral Home. 775-882-2644Copyright 2012 -. All rights reserved. This...
Nevada prepares for early voting and absentee; voters warned of deceptive canvassers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/27/2012 - 5:39pmWith the final stretch approaching until the November 6 election, Carson City Clerk-Recorder Alan Glover reminds voters of some important pieces of information to remember. The last day to register to vote is 5 p.m. Oct. 6. Voters can registered at the Clerk-Recorders office, 885 E. Musser Street, Suite 1025.
Voters who visit the Carson City Clerk-Recorders Office in person with a photo ID and proof of residency have until Oct. 16. Statewide early voting begins Saturday, Oct. 20, 10 a.m. through Friday, Nov. 2.
Bicycle Poker Run Coming to Reno-Sparks
Submitted by BikeCarson.com on Thu, 09/27/2012 - 3:32pmOnce again, the Gonads -n- Strife Bicycle Club is doing their Fall Poker Run. This fun ride takes you from the Great Basin Brewing Company in Sparks, through Victorian Square, along the Truckee River, through downtown Reno, and then back again. There are many fun stops along the way as you collect your poker hand. The highest hand at the end wins an Electra cruiser! There are many other great raffle prizes as well, and they always donate the money to a good cause.
Taxable Sales Climb 4.7% In July For 25th Consecutive Month Of Gains
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Thu, 09/27/2012 - 3:21pmCARSON CITY – Statewide taxable sales totaled $3.55 billion in July, a 4.7 percent increase over July 2011 for the 25th consecutive month of increases, the state Department of Taxation reported today.
Clark County taxable sales were up 5.4 percent, while Washoe County saw a 5.6 percent gain over July 2011.
Ten of Nevada’s seventeen counties recorded an increase in taxable sales for July 2012 compared to July 2011. Eureka, Lyon, Mineral, Nye, Pershing, Storey, and White Pine counties recorded decreases.
