August 2019
Museum lecture in Carson City to feature Nevada aviation history, future
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 11:13amEvent Date:
August 22, 2019 - 6:30pm
CARSON CITY — From barnstorming pilots of the post-World War I-era — Charles Lindbergh and Amelia Earhart among them — to World War II Army Air Corps training to the present-day Reno National Championship Air Races, aviation has been a mainstay in Nevada.
Iconic Nevada railroad to celebrate 150 years in 2020
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 10:35am
For the Virginia & Truckee Railroad, the story of its future as part of Nevada’s living history will be guided by its illustrious 150-year past.
Js' Old Town Bistro in Dayton highlighted on 'Only in Your State' website
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 9:34am
Hiding in the heart of Old Town Dayton is a beautiful historic structure that looks straight out of the Old West. Originally constructed all the way back in 1860, the building has been home to a variety of businesses. Today, it's where you'll find Js' Old Town Bistro.
Rocky Tartarelli Band opens the Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music and Art Festival
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 9:15am
The 16th Annual Jazz & Beyond Carson City Music and Art Festival is underway, with Friday's opening featuring Rocky Tartarelli Band at the Bliss Mansion.
Carson City area road report for week of August 12-18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 9:05am
Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of August 12-18, 2019. Closures aren expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Carson City sheriff's deputies make suspected DUI, drug arrests
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 9:00am
A 52-year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday night near the area of Appion Way and Center Drive for suspicion of DUI first and using an improper right turn, a sheriff's report states.
Events around Carson City for Sunday, August 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 8:18am
Hello Carson City and welcome to Sunday, August 11, 2019. We've been enjoying this summer weather cool-down over the past few days. Temperatures again Sunday will be in the low 80s, ideal for events throughout the region. Activities include train rides, history walks and talks, a sunset photo hike, the Carson City Jazz and Beyond Festival and more. Enjoy the day.
Democrats have rolled out a virtual caucus for 2020. Here’s how it’s supposed to work.
Submitted by admin on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 2:00amMolly Forgey, the communications director for the state Democratic Party, said that while participation on caucus day was still important, the addition of a virtual option was meant to …
Dead Winter Carpenters rock Levitt AMP Carson City outdoor Music Series
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 08/10/2019 - 9:09pm
The Dead Winter Carpenters brought a bluegrass and country flair to the fourth annual Levitt AMP outdoor Music Series on Saturday.
Attendees by the hundreds filled the Change Companies Stage on Minnesota Street at the Brewery Arts Center to soak in another warm summer night with a pair of terrific live performances.
Firefighters called to wildfire burning in Lyon County
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/10/2019 - 3:52pm
UPDATE SUNDAY 5 p.m. The Clifton Fire has been contained as of 4 p.m., according to Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch.
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UPDATE Sunday: The Clifton Fire was approximately 66 acres as of early Sunday morning. Air and ground resources were to continue suppression efforts through the night, according to Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center via Twitter.
