August 2019
First responders called to multiple car pile up on Highway 50
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 3:25pm
Carson City deputies and first responders were called to the intersection of Highway 50 and 395 at around 3:15 p.m. on Friday afternoon after witnesses state a vehicle ran a ted light, causing a vehicle collision of four or more vehicles.
The east bound lane has been closed and drivers should use caution in the area.
There are no injuries reported at this time, though deputies advised there appeared to be significant damage at the scene.
Updates to follow.
Cigar tasting in Virginia City - August 16, 2019
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 2:58pm
Event Date:
August 10, 2019 - 11:30pm Registrations for the cigar tasting of August 16, 2019, close August 10. We will meet at the Virginia City Cigar and Bar (69 north C st., Virginia City, Nevada and taste a Balmoral Añejo XO Connecticut Rothschild Masivo (Dominican Republic).
Attendees will walk away with:
- access to a deeper level of cigar enjoyment
- insights about what steps to take to go from a leisure smoker to an aware cigar enthusiast
- the exclusive Cigar Sense tasting sheet and aroma wheel
Third annual summer event for Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada hosted in Genoa
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 1:56pmEvent Date:
August 11, 2019 - 4:00pm
GARDNERVILLE, Nev. – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada hosts the third annual Summer Soiree fundraiser to help build a clubhouse for Carson Valley members, Sunday, Aug. 11, at 4 p.m. in Genoa.
Currently, the Club activities are hosted at Pau Wa Lu Middle School, but due to school events and availability of classrooms, there are many limitations to what the Club can provide to the youth of Carson Valley without having its own location.
Hot August Nights Kickoff Rally cruises to downtown Virginia City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 12:49pm
Hundreds of attendees and classic cars packed downtown Virginia City during the Hot August Nights Kickoff Rally on Saturday.
The first Hot August Nights began on Aug. 1, 1986 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, and Virginia City brought a sense of nostalgia back to the historic mining town.
Energy Secretary Perry, governor tour Nevada nuclear site
Submitted by admin on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 11:11amU.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry says he visited a national security site near Las Vegas for the second time in three months to help demonstrate his commitment to transparency of the handling of ...
Carson Tahoe Health introduces new home for MOM's Clinic for low income pre and postnatal care
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 9:31amCarson Tahoe Health has introduced their new MOM's Clinic, an extension of their MOM's Program (Maternal Obstetrical Management) to provide pre- and postnatal care to Carson City residents.
Ronald McDonald House Northern Nevada Red Shoe Gala-October 4, 2019
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 9:16am
Event Date:
October 4, 2019 - 6:00pm Please join us for the Ronald McDonald House Northern Nevada Red Shoe Gala on October 4, 2019 at the Atlantis Resort in Reno.
The evening includes dinner, silent and live auction, and a night filled with super hero fun!
Children's Museum of Northern Nevada receives grant award for STEM improvements
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 9:03am
The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada recently received a $5,000 grant award from the Robert S. and Dorothy Keyser Foundation for the acquisition of STEM themed exhibits and enhancements for the facility's science room.
Carson City deputies arrest Calif. woman, Mound House man for possession of drugs, firearms
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 8:44am
A 51-year-old Hollister, Calif. woman and a 54-year-old Mound House man were arrested in the 3600 block of Goni Road for felony possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of a firearm by a prohibited person.
WNC president to speak at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/01/2019 - 10:03pm
Event Date:
August 5, 2019 - 11:30am Vincent Solis, president of Western Nevada College, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. A life-long educator with more than 25 years of service in higher education, Dr. Solis began his tenure at WNC on July 1, 2018. A visionary leader and inspirational speaker, his presentation is a must-see for anyone interested in the crucial role higher education will play in the rapidly changing economy of the 21st century.
