February 2020
UNR researchers’ medical findings show promise against deadly bacterial diseases
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 1:04pm
In the battle against deadly diseases that adapt quickly to resist today’s top antibiotics, researchers from the University of Nevada, Reno have shown that stopping bacterial cells from communicating can actually prevent them from amassing their lethal armies.
Red Cross of Northern Nevada offers sweet smoke alarm deal for Valentine’s Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 11:55am
It may not be a typical Valentine’s Day gift, but love comes in all forms. Show how much you care for a loved one and order a free smoke alarm and installation from the American Red Cross of Northern Nevada.
Carson City man jailed for allegedly harboring fugitive, home equipped with surveillance cameras
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 11:50am
A 61-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony harboring a fugitive and other alleged offenses, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.
Carson City Fire Department respond to early morning fire on Lukens Lane
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 11:19am
Carson City Fire Department responded early Monday morning to a structure fire at a residence in the 2900 block of Lukens Lane.
Is Lyon County equipped for continued growth? Commissioners to study issues as population swells
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 10:33amEvent Date:
February 20, 2020 - 1:30pm
The Lyon County Board of Commissioners will participate in a workshop Feb. 20, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. to discuss and address growth in Lyon County.
Carson City Schools awarded $712,250 from Tesla for STEM, sustainability education
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 8:58am
As part of Tesla’s K-12 Investment Fund, the Carson City School District is pleased to announce it is the most recent recipient of nearly a million dollars in grant funding. The money will help fund a district-wide sustainability initiative for the next three years.
Scarcity of providers, high costs part of 'daunting' task facing Nevada's new healthcare commission
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 7:22amThe committee heard from Marsheilah D. Lyons, the deputy research director from the Legislative Counsel Bureau, who spoke from Carson City and ...
Bernie Sanders' policies would be beneficial to all Americans, Rep. Omar says in Vegas visit
Submitted by admin on Sun, 02/09/2020 - 8:16pmSen. Bernie Sanders’ outreach to Nevada workers with concerns about what could happen to their union-negotiated health care benefits if he became president continued on Sunday ..
Don’t wanna lose your love tonight ...
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/09/2020 - 9:13pm
My Valentine is Brian Stoneman. We’ve been in love for several years and this will be the first year we actually get to spend Valentines Day together! Brian is special to me because he loves and supports me above all else and is an amazing father and business partner! Our song is The Outfields - Lose Your Love, because I hope to never lose his love. This year has been a trying time in our personal and professional lives and he’s been strong and stood right next to me for every moment. Happy Valentines Day! <3
Events around Carson City for Monday, Feb. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/09/2020 - 9:02pm
Heading into the first day of the work week, happenings around the capital city Monday include art and fitness activities, a luncheon highlighting presidential candidate Gov. Deval Patrick, a sunset walk at Washoe Lake State Park, a free Partnership Carson City Yoga class at the community center, a Valentine's blood drive, swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes and more.
