Carson Now News

Saturday, August 31, 2024 - 9:51am

Nearly one-fifth of Nevada’s public lands could open up to utility-scale solar development under the Bureau of Land Management’s final Western Solar Plan — drawing the support of solar developers and the ire of conservationists.

Saturday, August 31, 2024 - 7:27am

Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 3, the Sand Harbor and Cave Rock boat ramps will shift to winter operating hours. The new schedule will see both boat ramps open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sand Harbor's boat ramp will now be open seven days a week.

Saturday, August 31, 2024 - 6:45am

Using vintage photographs and extensive research, local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff examine the innovative spirit that helped make the Comstock Lode of Virginia City one of the most important industrial periods in human history.

Saturday, August 31, 2024 - 5:25am

Carson City Kiwanis will host its annual Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day with a golf tournament, bench press competition and more at Silver Oak Golf and Event Center.

Friday, August 30, 2024 - 5:14pm

Eagle Valley Livestock, located in eastern Carson City on the old Buzzy’s Ranch property, made a plea on social media after it was discovered one of their cows was shot and killed by an unknown assailant. They say they have continuously heard gun shots in the area, and are now wondering if other animal deaths on the ranch could be at the hands of the same perpetrator.

Friday, August 30, 2024 - 1:04pm

In March, Carson City’s Poke Beach, located at 1442 E. William St., closed for renovations but has now reopened with an all new, expanded menu including hot options such as mini sliders, pulled pork, loaded fries, chicken tenders.

Friday, August 30, 2024 - 12:00pm

Clean Up The Lake (CUTL) and The Martis Fund have successfully concluded a new pilot research initiative, yielding even more positive results than anticipated. After completing underwater Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) surveys and submerged litter cleanups in Stampede and Boca Reservoirs from June 26th to July 3rd, 2024, the organization is pleased to report extremely low litter loads and no concerning AIS infestations.

Friday, August 30, 2024 - 10:16am

As we head into the Labor Day weekend, many residents will want to get their last shot at a beach day holiday before the cold comes.

Friday, August 30, 2024 - 5:08am

As we approach the 2024 General Election, Douglas County voters will notice a significant update in the voter registration and election-management process.

Nevada has successfully implemented a top-down voter registration system, ensuring compliance with both federal and state laws.

Thursday, August 29, 2024 - 4:55pm

Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) has detected West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquito samples in Washoe County and is urging residents to take certain precautions when recreating in areas with known mosquito habitats.