September 2021
Fall colors around Carson City not only in the trees
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/27/2021 - 9:31am
Fall colors are definitely not just in the trees but everything you see. Carson City is brimming with fabulous Autumn colors. These wildflowers were found Sunday along the walking paths in West Carson City. The Rabbit sagebrush blooms are beautiful too. Get out there and explore!
32nd annual World Championship Outhouse Races return this Saturday to Virginia City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/27/2021 - 9:24amEvent Date:
October 2, 2021 (All day)
Potty humor is accepted and encouraged this Saturday in Virginia City for the 32nd annual World Championship Outhouse Races.
Flu shot clinics offered at Carson City schools in October
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/27/2021 - 8:50amEvent Date:
October 9, 2021 (All day)
October 16, 2021 (All day)
October 23, 2021 (All day)
Carson City Health and Human Services is working with the Carson City School District to offer qualifying children COVID-19 and flu vaccinations free of charge next Saturday, Oct. 9, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Carson High School. Additionally, annual seasonal flu immunizations will be offered at school sites throughout October. See dates, times and locations listed below.
Pair arrested in Carson City as part of opioid, Fentanyl distribution ring investigation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/27/2021 - 7:44am
Two were arrested and booked for multiple drug charges after a search warrant was issued earlier this month at a Carson City residence, according to the Nevada Department of Public Safety.
Carson City area weather: gusty winds prompt Red Flag fire weather warning, system brings cooler temperatures
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/27/2021 - 7:05am
Gusty winds and low humidity have prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Red Flag fire weather warning Monday into early Tuesday for Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Lyon and Washoe counties and much of the Sierra Front. Temperatures are also expected to cool down considerably as a cold front passes through the region.
High wind threat prompts NV Energy to issue PSOM watch for parts of Carson, Minden, Genoa and Kingsbury areas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/26/2021 - 8:38pm
NV Energy is monitoring fire weather conditions in the Lake Tahoe area, and a Public Safety Outage Management watch is in effect for the Kingsbury and Carson-Minden (Genoa area) PSOM zones on Monday, Sept. 27 starting between 3 and 6 p.m. and ending on Tuesday, Sept. 28 at approximately 4 p.m. This outage will impact approximately 600 customers.
Northern Nevada landscapes and gardens: My pumpkin is puny
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/26/2021 - 5:36pm
Growing giant pumpkin is a passion for some gardeners. The author in this blog reports touring giant pumpkin growers in Utah. One pumpkin weighed 1,500 pounds, growing 60 pounds per day. He expected that pumpkin might reach 2,000 pounds by season’s end.
Rating agencies return Nevada to 'Stable Outlook,' reaffirming economic recovery; unemployment remains highest in nation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/26/2021 - 3:25pm
The state of Nevada has received ratings upgrades on its general obligation limited-tax bonds from Fitch Ratings, Moody’s Investor Services, and S&P Global Ratings, Gov. Steve Sisolak and Nevada State Treasurer Zach Conine announced Friday.
Caldor wildfire smoke and ash impact study focuses on Lake Tahoe’s health
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/26/2021 - 1:30pm
As flames from the Caldor Fire swept up and over the summit of the Sierra Nevada, long-time Lake Tahoe researcher Sudeep Chandra from the University of Nevada, Reno assembled a team of scientists for a rapid response to gather samples of smoke and ash that could harm the fabled lake's ecology and clarity.
Silver Oak Women's Club announces championship winners
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/26/2021 - 1:20pm
Event Date:
September 23, 2021 (All day) Congratulations to Kathy Streeter who won Low Gross Over the field and Debi Penrod who won Low Net over the Field during the Women's Club Championship at Silver Oak Golf Club. Over the two-day tournament Kathy shot a 160 (Gross) and Debi shot a 146 (net). Great job ladies and to all the ladies who participated.
