April 2023
Free educator workshop happening April 29 at Adam's Hub in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/17/2023 - 7:55amThe Mindful SEAD is hosting free workshops in Northern Nevada for area school educators and support staff on Saturday, April 29. The Mindful SEAD (social-emotional academic development) is a non-profit organization providing educators with tools and strategies to support their well-being.
Douglas Community Services Director Scott Morgan receives prestigious state award
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/16/2023 - 2:40pmMINDEN — On March 1, 2023, Community Services Director Scott Morgan was honored with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by the Nevada Recreation and Parks Society. This award has only been given out two times in the 77-year history of the organization.
Expert panel discusses impact of financial literacy on mental and physical health
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/16/2023 - 2:20pmIn recognition of National Financial Literacy Month in April, Greater Nevada Credit Union and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Public Health partnered to bring experts together. On Wednesday, April 5, a panel of experts discussed how financial literacy can impact people’s mental and physical health outcomes.
Carson City Soroptimist Club presents Luna Fest
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/16/2023 - 2:09pmSoroptimist International of Carson City is proud to host Luna Fest a screening of wonderful short films by and about women. The live event will take place on May 11 at the Brewery Arts Performance Center at 6pm.
Tom Grundy, P.E. joins Robison Engineering Company
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/16/2023 - 2:06pmRobison Engineering has named Tom Grundy, P.E. as Principal Operator and Engineer, building on their team of Scientists, Engineers, and Surveyors.
Carson City area weather: Breezy and colder start to week with Sierra snow showers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/16/2023 - 12:10pmWarmer and drier weather will come to an end as a storm system approaches western Nevada and Sierra, according to the National Weather Service.
Weather changes begin Monday, that will lead to cooler and windier conditions along with snow showers, mainly in the Sierra, according to the weather service.
Roger’s Carpet One sets up shop in long-vacant Golden Dragon restaurant on N. Carson St.
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 04/16/2023 - 11:54amThe old Golden Dragon restaurant has stood empty on North Carson St. for decades, even after it was purchased by the Bunny Ranch’s Dennis Hof — who even broached the idea of turning the location into a topless bar — until it has now found new ownership and a new life.
Roger’s Carpet One Floor and Home first began operating in 1986 as Roger’s Magic Carpets, before it joined the Carpet One franchise in the late 90s.
Governor backed cannabis bill targets illicit market amid tension between Nevada regulators, industry
Submitted by admin on Sun, 04/16/2023 - 10:40amThe Senate Commerce and Labor Committee voted along party lines Friday afternoon to “indefinitely postpone” the bill, essentially killing a proposal that came together at the request of Gov. Joe Lombardo.
Carson City road report for week of April 17-23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/16/2023 - 7:10amHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of April 17-23, 2023. Closures are expected, weather permitting, at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Care Flight ordered for stab wound victim at Carson City shelter
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/15/2023 - 1:09pmJust before 1 p.m. Carson City deputies and EMTs were dispatched to a men's shelter on Gibson Ave. on report of a man with a stab wound.
An altercation broke out between two individuals and the victim was stabbed in the arm and chest.