December 2021
Snoopy and the Red Baron: New exhibition coming to Carson City's Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/26/2021 - 1:55pm
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February 19, 2022 (All day) Snoopy and the Red Baron, a traveling exhibition on view at the Brewery Arts Center, from Feb. 19 to May 15, 2022, celebrates one of Snoopy’s most recognized personas. Learn about this favorite storyline in Peanuts through high quality reproductions of original comic strips and discover the rich World War I history Schulz used in nearly every strip.
Want to quit smoking in 2022? Carson Tahoe Health offers cessation sessions beginning Jan. 6
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/26/2021 - 1:13pm
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Repeats every week until Wed Feb 17 2021 .
December 23, 2021 - 4:00pm When these difficult times surround all of us with new levels of stress, committing to stop smoking is not always high on our list. We at Carson Tahoe Health want to give you the tools you need to accomplish this goal.
Multiple crashes close both directions of I-580 in Washoe Valley; I-80 over Donner closed for day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/26/2021 - 10:35am
UPDATE MONDAY 7:30AM: I-580 through Washoe Valley remains closed, according to Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol division. It is unknown when it will open. Alt. 395 remains open with delays. For the latest road closures see NVroads.com. Troopers are advising motorists not to travel on area roadways from Reno through the Carson Valley. If motorists are traveling they should follow all chain control requirements and expect delays.
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UPDATE 4:26PM: A 9-vehicle pileup was reported just before 4 p.m. on northbound I-580, north of the Carson onramp near Eastlake and Duck Hill Road, according to dispatch. Highway patrol has requested assistance from the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
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UPDATE 3:18PM: Blowing snow continues to create icy road conditions throughout the Carson City area Sunday afternoon. I-580 remains closed through Washoe Valley. Alternative 395 remains open and is slow going. Multiple spinouts have happened throughout the day as well as reports of fallen trees and branches bringing down utility lines.
Elsewhere, a crash at 3:10 p.m. is blocking traffic on William Street near Mills Park. Motorists can expect delays and are advised to stay off the roads if possible.
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UPDATE 1:19PM: Both directions of I-580 remain closed from Bowers area to Eastlake Boulevard in Washoe Valley following multiple vehicle crashes and spin outs, said Nevada State Police Trooper Charles Caster. Alternative 395 remains open, but non-essential travel is not advised due to weather conditions.
Carson City area weather update: Wind, snow and frigid temperatures ahead
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/26/2021 - 8:10am
A winter storm blanketed much of western Nevada with snow overnight bringing a few inches to the Carson City area. While the snow is expected to taper some before picking up again Sunday night into Monday, strong winds will make for difficult travel conditions throughout the entire region.
Douglas County Recorder’s Office offers new subscription-based recording notification service
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/26/2021 - 8:00am
MINDEN, Nev. — The Douglas County Recorder’s Office announces it has begun offering document recording notifications via the Recording Notification Service (RNS). Members of the public can sign up for the free service on the Recorder’s Office webpage.
Central Nevada ichthyosaur fossil reveals surprising information
Submitted by admin on Sun, 12/26/2021 - 7:30am
RENO, Nev. (KOLO ) — An ichthyosaur fossil found 120 miles east of Reno in central Nevada is being described as the earth’s first giant and is shedding light on surprisingly rapid growth after a massive die-off of other ocean life.
Carson City road work report for week of Dec. 27 to Jan. 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/26/2021 - 7:05am
Here is the Carson City area road report for Dec. 27 to Jan. 2, 2022. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Hindu communiqué for the world for 2022: Spread goodwill & hope
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 12/25/2021 - 11:09pm
Hindus have offered New Year’s greetings to the world. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Reno today; wished happiness, justice, liberty, love and peace for the world during 2022.
A Christmas card for the ones who were forgotten
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 12/25/2021 - 3:09pm
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ICYMI: New 50-bed inpatient counseling facility to open in Carson City Spring 2022
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/25/2021 - 12:59pm
Carson City Community Counseling Center, or CCC, has been helping those struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues in the capital city for 37 years. Now, they will be expanding their mission to serve their community by opening a 50 bed inpatient counseling facility on Fairview Dr. in the springtime.
