January 2022
Nevada law enforcement steps up effort to ticket drivers using cellphones, handheld devices
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/06/2022 - 1:40pm
This January, Nevada’s law enforcement agencies throughout the state are Joining Forces and citing distracted drivers. Nevada law clearing states that any use of a handheld electronic device — cell phone, mp3 player, GPS device, etc. — while driving is illegal.
Lyon County Commission names Ken Gray chairman, Vida Keller as vice-chair
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/06/2022 - 1:21pm
The Board of Lyon County Commissioners began the new year Thursday by changing the leadership of the County Commission. Commissioner Ken Gray, serving his second term, was voted as the Board Chairman for 2022. Commissioner Vida Keller, having served as Board Chair for the past two years was voted as the Vice-Chair. Both Commissioners are in their second terms as commissioners and have previously served in leadership roles for the Board.
Carson City Classic Cinema Presents 'The Enchanted Cottage' (1944)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/06/2022 - 12:35pm
Event Date:
February 1, 2022 - 6:30pm Join us at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (511 West King Street-the old Catholic Church) at 6:30 on Feb. 1 as we view "An Enchanted Cottage" from 1944.
419 Western Nevada College students make fall Dean’s List
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/06/2022 - 11:31am
Western Nevada College is proud to announce that 419 students have been named to the Fall 2021 Dean’s List. For consideration for WNC’s Dean’s List, students must complete at least 12 units during the semester and accumulate a grade point average of 3.50 or higher.
Carson City arrests: 18-year-old jailed for alleged marijuana possession for sales, other offenses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/06/2022 - 10:39am
An 18-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of felony possession of marijuana for sale, and other drug related offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team booking report.
Carson City announces Community Support Services Grant opportunity for nonprofits, agencies
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/06/2022 - 10:07am
Event Date:
January 24, 2022 - 4:00pm Carson City is accepting letters of intent to apply for its Community Support Services Grant. Carson City non-profit organizations and government agencies are qualified to fill out the letter of intent. Projects or programs must be for Carson City residents. In addition, agency proposals must meet one of the following critical needs of the community:
Opinion: Antonio Brown shouldn't return to football, he should instead focus on his brain and mental health
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/06/2022 - 9:18am
I believe Antonio Brown is consciously doing the things he’s doing and should be held accountable no question…. but he has CTE in all likelihood. This has unfortunately aided in his antics off (and now on) the field. No, Antonio Brown should not be given another chance in the NFL (but most likely will) because of his antics. Instead, he should be focused on his brain and mental well-being.
Nevada's State Infrastructure Bank priorities include housing, charter schools
Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/06/2022 - 8:18am
State officials plan to use the $75 million in the State Infrastructure Bank to support charter schools, matching requirements for federal infrastructure funding and the development of affordable housing.
Nevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter Game Watch
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/05/2022 - 5:14pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Mon Jan 10 2022 .
January 9, 2022 (All day)
Event Date:
January 10, 2022 (All day) Nevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter will host a game watch at 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9 at Jimmy G's in Carson City. The Las Vegas Raiders will take on the Los Angeles Chargers in the final regular-season game at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
'Bag it' video addresses pet waste impact on Carson River's water quality
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/05/2022 - 5:07pm
