Carson Now News (edition 58)

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 2:24pm

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Nevada is holding NAMIWalks 2024 on Oct. 19, 2024, on the south shore of Lake Tahoe, with walks also being held in Reno, Fernley, Elko and Las Vegas. It promises to be an event to remember, filled with meaningful moments as people come together to take a stand on the road to make community matter and see their commitment to “Mental Health for All.”

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 2:04pm

CARSON CITY — In 2025, Medicare will undergo some of the most significant changes in many years. This is not a good year to be your own plan navigator and figure things out for yourself. To help with these unprecedented changes to Medicare plans and Part D drug coverage, we are hosting an informative sales event titled “What’s Happening to My Medicare?”

Join us on Friday, Oct. 11 at the Nashville Social Club, 1105 South Carson St., in Carson City for a comprehensive overview of the upcoming changes.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 1:12pm

Hello fellow anglers. What a perfect time of year to get up and out fishing. The weather is cool in the mornings and the water temps are coming down. A little bonus this time of year is to get out to Alpine, Mono or Inyo counties to see the fall colors in all their splendor.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 12:27pm

On Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, Carson City Fire Department and Carson City Sheriff’s Office personnel were dispatched to the 1700 block of Roop Street regarding a structure fire. Throughout the course of the investigation, it was determined that the fire was started by the occupant of the residence.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 12:05pm
Asheville, NC-based roots artist Anya Hinkle teams up with Grammy-nominated NYC-based guitarist Chris Luquette for an intimate exploration of acoustic music, rooted in the sounds of Appalachia and seasoned by travels across the globe. The upcoming Carson City show will be a part of an Asheville Recovery Tour, with proceeds benefitting families and organizations as Asheville recovers from Hurricane Helene.
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 11:15am

UPDATE THURSDAY: Mobile Dental Services Unit is re-locating from Empire Elementary to our Sierra Nevada Health Centers located at 3325 Research Way in Carson City. The staff is contacting those with appointments, but for any people planning to do a walk-in appointment, should take note of the change.
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UPDATE: Finding affordable dental care for children can be a challenge. To help with this, the Nevada Health Centers Mobile Dental Services program will visit Carson City this coming week by offering Mobile Dental Services to students and children, newborn to 21-years-old.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 10:58am

Sierra Lutheran High School would like to invite any 7th and 8th grader for a chance to experience what it would be like to be a Sierra Lutheran "Falcon" for a day.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 9:15am
The League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada, in partnership with Sierra Nevada Forums and AAUW Capital Branch held the first of four forums Monday. The second forum is tonight, Wednesday, Oct. 9.

The first forum featured Carson City local ballot questions on road funding pro and con speakers; Carson City Mayor: Lori Bagwell, Jim Shirk; Carson City Board of Supervisors Ward 2: Maurice White; Carson City Board of Supervisors Ward 4: Lucia Maloney, Lisa Schuette.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 8:57am

Puppy Pals quilt has been donated for a fundraiser for CASI’s Spay & Neuter program.

Tickets are available for $5 and can be purchased at Lone Mountain Veterinary Hospital in Carson City. Only 200 tickets will be offered.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 7:53am

Becoming a superintendent was a lifelong goal of Frankie Alvarado, the new head of the Douglas County School District.