December 2022
Warning of fake calls from scammers posing as United States Attorney’s Office
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/11/2022 - 11:13amThe United States Attorney’s Office is advising the public to be aware of a telephone scam in which individuals posing as government officials attempt to collect or extort money.
Nevada Department of Corrections leadership responds to hunger strike at Ely State Prison
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/11/2022 - 10:00amThe Nevada Department of Corrections announced Thursday some clarifications in policy that have been cited as part of the impetus for the hunger strike at Ely State Prison.
Carson City Symphony, Carson Chamber Singers present 39th 'Holiday Treat' concert Sunday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/11/2022 - 9:30amIt's a Holiday Treat for all — a feast of seasonal and holiday entertainment in many styles! The Annual Holiday Treat Concert will return this year on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, 4 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center.
Carson City area weather: Storm brings slick roads to valley floors, several feet of snow in Sierra
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/11/2022 - 8:50amThe back end of a winter storm that brought several feet of snow to the Sierra and a few inches down to lower valley floors will begin to wind down later Sunday, with temperatures to remain quite cold for the next few days, according to the National Weather Service.
Carson City area road report for week of Dec. 12-18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/11/2022 - 7:57amHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of Dec. 12-18, 2022. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department seeks help with taking down Homestead Holiday lights Monday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/11/2022 - 7:00amJoin Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space in taking down the festive lights from Homestead Holidays on Monday, December 12th 2022 from 10 AM-12 PM.
Carson City Living Nativity continues Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 12/10/2022 - 7:00pmThe manger is ready, and costumes have been fitted. The Living Nativity is awaiting visitors to walk or drive through again on Sunday, Dec. 11, 6:30-8:00 pm, at the First United Methodist Church in Carson City.
Obituary: Steve Bilyeu
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 12/10/2022 - 2:48pmGerald Stephen “Steve” Bilyeu of Carson City passed away peacefully at his home on December 4, 2022 after a valiant fight with cancer.
Steve was born February 12, 1945 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Casper “Cap” W. and Grace Hogan Bilyeu. He graduated from Carson High School and furthered his education at Oklahoma State University, University of California, Berkeley, and graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno. He was a member of the Delta Chi Fraternity.
New Lakeview Express officially opens at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/10/2022 - 2:31pmMt. Rose Ski Tahoe officially cut the ribbon on its new Lakeview Express chairlift on Thursday.
The $7.5M Lakeview zone project was the largest capital improvement project in the resort’s history and changes the way skiers and riders experience the mountain.
Carson City Elks host fundraiser for Huntington's Disease Research at Community Center Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 12/10/2022 - 1:09pmThe Carson City Elks Lodge no. 2177 is hosting their annual Hoop Shoot fundraiser today for Huntington’s Disease research.
The fundraiser takes place Saturday December 10 beginning at 10 a.m. for children, ages 8 to 13.