May 2024
NDOT reminds that political signs not allowed on state highway roadsides
Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/13/2024 - 12:20pm
With Nevada’s primary elections approaching, the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) reminds community members that political signage is not allowed on state highway property.
Federal regulations and Nevada state law prohibit political and advertising signage on public highway property, including but not limited to political signs, yard sale/event signs, and realtor or business signage.
It is important to know that state road property often extends beyond the roadside, fence line, or sidewalk of interstates, freeways, highways, and urban state roads/streets.
Jazz & Beyond Art Contest application deadline is May 31
Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/13/2024 - 12:14pm
Event Date:
May 31, 2024 (All day) The application deadline for Mile High Band Association’s 2024 Jazz & Beyond Festival art contest is Friday, May 31. Northern Nevada artists, including teachers and students are invited to apply, and participation is free.
Selected entries in the competition will be used to promote the festival, and the winning entry will be featured on the festival’s advertising poster and program cover. Festival T-shirts may also feature the winning design.
Carson City students and teacher honored at Society of Women Engineers event
Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/13/2024 - 9:11am
The Sierra Nevada section of the Society of Women Engineers recognized several Carson City students and one teacher at the 2024 Night of STEM Star Awards in Reno, Friday, April 26.
The honorees were recognized for displaying remarkable talent and commitment in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). These young scholars not only excelled academically but also engaged in innovative projects and extracurricular activities that have enhanced their learning and impacted their community.
Northern Nevada backyards and gardens: Time is right to hook up the sprinklers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/12/2024 - 1:51pm
Today was a very productive day working in the yard. The cold weather kept me in far too long recently. I wanted to be outside. The temperature was perfect with a bright blue sky and little wind.
C-Hill Foundation readies repairs for Carson City hillside landmark, volunteers sought for help
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/12/2024 - 11:04am
A local couple's efforts to get the flag on C-Hill in Carson City repaired is well underway, with the president of the C-Hill Foundation working on getting the needed material.
Dayton Pop Warner announces strength and conditioning camp in June
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/12/2024 - 8:53amEvent Date:
June 29, 2024 (All day)
As the summer sun begins to heat up, so does the excitement at Dayton Pop Warner as local athletes gear up for a two-day strength and conditioning camp.
Hello spring: Bear looking for breakfast lumbers through Carson City yard
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 05/12/2024 - 6:57am
Event Date:
May 12, 2024 - 7:00am Sunday in Carson City brought out a black bear with a shiny brown coat that lumbered through a yard in early morning light, probably looking for breakfast.
Pine Nuts: If a cicada can take a dirt nap for 13-17 years, and come up singing, why can’t we?
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/12/2024 - 6:41am
I usually whistle past the obituaries, but Larry Young caught my eye. He was a scientist who discovered Love Potion Number Nine. Yes, Larry unearthed a chemical that heightens desire, not that the world needs it. A drug that would diminish desire might do the world more good in the long run.
Carson City area road report for week of May 13-19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/12/2024 - 6:14am
Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 13-19, 2024. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Kids to Parks Day Celebration at Mills Park on Saturday, May 18th
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/11/2024 - 3:43pm
“Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors.” – National Park Trust
