April 2021
Restoring Voting Rights to Formerly Incarcerated Citizens: A Virtual Conversation Hosted By Nevada Humanities
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/06/2021 - 4:52pm
Event Date:
April 15, 2021 - 4:00pm A panel of community members and advocates will talk about the history of dis-enfranchisement policies throughout the United States, including current laws that strip formerly incarcerated citizens and other marginalized people from their right to vote.
Last Call: Local Jiffy Lube scholarship deadline approaching for Northern Nevada high school students
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/06/2021 - 3:10pm
Event Date:
April 12, 2021 (All day) The “What Drives You?” scholarship program, funded by Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Fallon and Minden area Jiffy Lube franchise group Griffin Fast Lube, LLC, is still accepting applications for the 2020-2021 school year.
Lake Tahoe license plate proceeds help fund several Nevada environmental projects in 2021
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/06/2021 - 2:01pm
From Lake Tahoe’s crystal-clear water, to the surrounding forests and serene backcountry, the Tahoe Basin is an amazing natural and recreational treasure. As part of continuing efforts to keep Lake Tahoe beautiful for generations to come, every year, proceeds from Nevada Lake Tahoe License Plate sales and annual renewal fees are invested in projects that help protect Lake Tahoe's unique natural environment.
Police, prosecutors oppose proposed Nevada bill changing asset forfeiture for low-level drug crimes
Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/06/2021 - 1:08pm
Between July 2019 and June 2020, Nevada police reported seizing more than $4 million worth of personal property, ultimately holding on to more than $3 million worth of cash, vehicles and jewelry involved in criminal activity.
Casino Fandango gears up for a busy summer, hosts job fair Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/06/2021 - 12:56pm
Event Date:
April 8, 2021 - 10:00am As restrictions ease Casino Fandango in Carson City is hosting a job fair to add to their team. The casino will be holding on-site interviews from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, April 8, 2021.
Research company says Nevada ranks 6th worst in nation for robocalls
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/06/2021 - 12:46pm
While today's smart phones are sometimes able to identify so called robo callers, sometimes they don't and sometimes you'll hear a voice on the other end pitching everything from extended auto warranties to public policy measures.
Pioneer Crossing Casinos funds United Way to Bring Dolly Parton’s 'Imagination Library' to children in Carson City, Douglas, Lyon and Churchill counties
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/06/2021 - 10:41am
Event Date:
April 6, 2021 (All day) United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra received a donation from Pioneer Crossing Casinos that will provide 100 spots for children from birth to four years of age, living in Carson City, Douglas, Lyon and Churchill counties to receive free books mailed monthly as part of a program that is a partnership between UWNNS and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
Carson City arrests: Woman jailed for calling 911 dispatch multiple times without an emergency
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/06/2021 - 10:24am
A 37-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Monday for suspicion of misuse of calling 911, a gross misdemeanor offense.
Stewart Hill 'S' receives new coat of paint thanks to student, adult volunteers preserving history
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/06/2021 - 9:50am
The “S” on the hill for the Stewart Community received a fresh coat of paint thanks to 20 youth volunteers as well as many adult volunteers last week.
Carson City Sheriff's Office steps up patrol for distracted driving violations
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/06/2021 - 8:59am
Statistics show that every day in the United States, about eight people are killed in crashes where distracted driving is reportedly involved. While anyone can get distracted while behind the wheel, research shows drivers 16 to 24 years old were seen using electronic devices at a higher rate than older drivers since 2007.
