November 2023
V&T Railroad's 'Candy Cane Express' in Virginia City happening weekends through Dec. 24
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 9:44pmHigh water mark sign unveiling Wednesday at Nature Conservancy’s River Fork Ranch Preserve
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 4:47pmDouglas County, in partnership with The Nature Conservancy and the Army Corps of Engineers recently designed and installed a new high water mark sign at the River Fork Ranch in Genoa.
Prescribed fires to continue this week at Lake Tahoe, smoke possible in the valleys
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 4:46pmThe Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team is scheduled to continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks at Lake Tahoe, conditions and weather permitting. Recent precipitation and low temperatures have provided ideal conditions and opportunities for firefighters to burn in multiple locations.
Carson City area weather: Chance of valley rain, Sierra snow later this week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 3:19pmThe mild and dry conditions around Carson City, Lake Tahoe and surrounding counties may take a turn later this week, bringing periods of mountain snow and valley rain to the region, according to the National Weather Service.
Mile High Jazz Band presents 'Autumn Jazz' Tuesday at Gina's Good Life Music & Lounge
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 2:20pmMile High Jazz Band presents "Autumn Jazz," an evening of big-band music with singer Jakki Ford, on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Gina's Good Life Music & Lounge.
Home Means Nevada exhibit arriving soon to Reno-Tahoe International Airport
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 1:28pmOn loan from the Nevada Arts Council, the Reno-Tahoe International Airport will showcase the beauty of the Silver State with Home Means Nevada, a traveling art exhibition that captures the state’s spectacular geography, unique natural features, and poignant history.
Nevada nonprofit joins forces with Montana nonprofit focused on fighting sex trafficking
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 12:43pmThere are more than 365,000 missing children in the U.S. every year. Approximately 109,000 of them will be trafficked into sexual slavery or forced labor. Only 1% of Human trafficking victims are ever recovered. Two organizations dedicated to fighting the scourge of Human trafficking have just joined forces to combat this crime against humanity.
Yosemite Chivalry and Fantasy Festival happening June 1-2, 2024
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 12:03pmExperience a magical weekend of knights in shining armor clashing swords, epic archery competitions, and thrilling axe throwing contests. Immerse yourself in a realm where history and fantasy meld, where ancient legends and enchanting fables come to life.
No cost online tutoring service offered for Carson City students in middle and high school
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 10:31amIn response to the growing need for accessible and affordable academic support, students in high school and middle school in Carson City now have access to "Paper," a cutting-edge online, unlimited tutoring service available 24/7.
Carson City deputies make felony arrests for alleged 3rd DUI, battery with deadly weapon
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 10:04amA 59-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony third DUI, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.