March 2020
Carson Valley LGBTQ and Friends Social Saturday, March 14th, 2-5pm Email RSVP Required by Friday, March 13th
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/07/2020 - 8:31am
Event Date:
March 14, 2020 (All day) The first LGBTQ and Friends Social will be Saturday, March 14th, 2-5pm at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint. Your RSVP is required for the luncheon. The luncheon is $12 per person NOT including gratuity. Please be generous to your server.
Please RSVP by end of day Friday, March 13th. Email your RSVP to cvlgbtqandfriends@gmail.com. You can decide your menu selections when at Sassafras.
Sassafras is located at 1500 Old Hot Springs Road, Carson City, NV 89706.
The luncheon has a $12 fixed price menu NOT including gratuity (the price does include tax). Please tip your server generously.
Events and Happenings for Saturday, March 7 in Carson City and Beyond
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/07/2020 - 2:12am
Happy Saturday Carson City! We’ve got a ton of great events through this weekend, so check below to take your pick!
Nevada cruise ship passengers being evaluated for coronavirus
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 9:58pm
Carson City, NV – Forty Nevadans who were passengers on the Grand Princess cruise ship are being contacted by health authorities to assess their health and any symptoms that may be consistent with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
The passengers disembarked from the ship on Feb. 21.
The case that was announced as a presumptive positive through the Washoe County Health District was a passenger on the ship which also included passengers from other states who have since tested positive for COVID-19.
Injury accident reported at Goni and Hot Springs
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 4:33pmJust after 3:30 p.m. on Friday an injury accident was reported in the intersection of Goni and Hot Springs Road.
Injuries are reported and the intersection is blocked. Motorists need to seek alternate routes. Delays are expected.
Carson City Sheriff’s Office asks for help in identifying attempted robbery suspect
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 3:34pm
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is releasing information about an attempted Robbery that occurred at the Chevron (1102 N Carson Street, Carson City, Nevada).
The suspect entered the Chevron wearing a white cloth covering his face. He pointed a black semi-automatic type firearm at the clerk and demanded money. The clerk did not release any money and the suspect left the Chevron. He was last seen walking southbound on Carson Street from E William Street.
Non-injury accident reported on Roop involving vehicle and light pole
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 3:18pmAccording to dispatch, a non-injury accident was reported at 2:15 on Roop Street. A vehicle pulling a trailer appears to have lost control and struck a light pole. There are no injuries reported at this time.
Motorists should use alternate routes or use caution in the area.
Lyon County officials propose instating new 5 cent diesel tax
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 3:00pm
The Lyon County Board of Commissioners proposed an ordinance to set a 5 cent per gallon tax on diesel fuel.
The Board heard public testimony both in support and opposition. The Board will conduct a second hearing currently scheduled for March 19, 2020.
Dbacks’ prospect Leyba suspended 80 games for PEDs
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 2:25pm
Arizona Diamondbacks infield prospect Domingo Leyba has been suspended 80 games after testing positive for the PED Boldenone, Kyle Glazer of Baseball America and multiple sources reported on Friday.
Drawing and Draughts at Shoe Tree Brewing Company
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 12:53pm
Event Date:
March 8, 2020 - 6:00pm Free event this Sunday, March 8th at The Shoe Tree Brewing Company.
Come and bring your own sketchbook, have a brew, and draw. Sure to be a fun time. .
1496 Old Hot Springs Rd.
Carson City, NV 89706
6:00pm (775) 222-0108
For more information: http://shoetreebrewing.com/
Carson Tahoe Health unveils first ever ‘Karma Boxes’ to help those in need
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 12:46pm
Carson Tahoe Health (CTH) is unveiling several “Karma Boxes” (wooden/Plexiglas donation cabinets) at its various locations to house toiletries, first-aid items, and nonperishable foods for those in need, all available at any time and at no cost.
This simple, yet powerful concept is best summed up by its slogan, “If it’s empty, fill it. If you need it, it’s yours.”
