Carson Now News (edition 217)

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Nevada governor lowers flags for 9/11
Tuesday, September 11, 2012 - 6:50am

Flags will be flown at half-staff around Nevada in remembrance of the families and victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
Gov. Brian Sandoval signed a proclamation ordering flags lowered Tuesday at all state buildings, from sunup to sundown.

US Air Force Travis Brass to present free Carson City concert Sept. 16
Monday, September 10, 2012 - 2:10pm

Travis Brass, the resident brass quintet of the US Air Force Band of the Golden West from Travis AFB, Calif., will present a free concert on Sunday, Sept. 16th at 4 pm at the Carson City Community Center. Travis Brass consists of five full-time active duty professional musicians working in support of Air Mobility Command and the US Air Force. From a standard march or traditional brass composition to jazz, ragtime and patriotic selections, Travis Brass’ diverse repertoire covers a myriad of styles with something to please everyone.

Carson City area casino 'win' dips slightly in July
Monday, September 10, 2012 - 6:01am

Gaming profits for Carson City area casinos fell slightly by 0.19 percent in July, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
Statewide, Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $1,005,876,336 for July, a 16.95 percent increase compared to July 2011, when licensees reported a gaming win of $860,076,138. The Las Vegas Strip was the big taker for Nevada casinos, with a 27.51 percent gain over 2011 figures.

Lindsey Swanson featured at We of the World networking lunch Thursday at Sassafras
Monday, September 10, 2012 - 5:33am

Carson City's networking group We of the World, will hold its September meeting Thursday, Sept. 13, from 11:30 am. to 1 p.m. at Sassafras 318 N. Carson St., Carson City. The featured speaker is Lindsey Swanson, owner of Business R.N. Her interactive presentation is called "It's Easy to Get Everything You Want."

Sustainability, clean tech and economic development featured at EDAWN event
Monday, September 10, 2012 - 5:07am

Sustainable industries and the future of energy-savings for businesses and companies will be the focus of a luncheon for regional industry and corporate leaders on Wednesday in Reno.

Gang incident being forwarded to Carson City District Attorney
Monday, September 10, 2012 - 4:42am

Multiple 911 calls came in — shots had been fired around the 1800 block of Long Street on Saturday night, around 11:15. When the deputies arrived on scene, they “made contact with a known gang member,” Sheriff Ken Furlong said.

Como Fire in Lyon County at 800 acres; no structures threatened; Type III Command Unit to take over Monday
Sunday, September 9, 2012 - 11:18am

UPDATE 8:30PM: Como Fire stands at 800 acres burned according to the 8:30 p.m. Sierra Front briefing. The Sierra Front Type III Incident Management Team has been ordered and will take over management of the fire at 6 a.m. on Monday. One percent of the fire has been contained with full containment by Tuesday. No structures are threatened.
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UPDATE 5:40PM: Como Fire burning southeast of Dayton in Lyon County has doubled in size to about 800 acres, fire officials report.
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UPDATE 4PM: The Como Fire burning southeast of Dayton continues to burn, consuming 400 acres with no estimate of containment or control, reports Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch. No structures are threatened. The fire is burning on BLM land and is spreading due to gusty winds. The fire is burning 2.5 miles south of Rawe Peak in the Pinenut Mountains. Air tankers, helicopters and hand crews have been assigned to the fire. Mark Struble with Sierra Front reports the fire was likely caused by a lightning strike from a thunderstorm on Saturday.

Carson City road construction report for Sept. 10-16
Saturday, September 8, 2012 - 9:37am

Here is the Carson City road construction report for the week of September 10-16. The following activity will occur on Carson Street between 8th Street and Musser Street due to maintenance:

- On September 10, 11, and 12 there will be lane closures in the northbound and southbound directions from 6:00 p.m. To 6:00 a.m. each day.

- On Thursday, September 13, Carson Street will be completely closed from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Detours will be marked.

Soroptimist Stroke to Help needs golfers, sponsors, donations
Friday, September 7, 2012 - 9:06pm

Soroptimist International of Carson City seeks golfers, tee or green sponsors, and raffle prize donations for their 11th annual Stroke to Help Golf Tournament. The tournament is Saturday, September 29, at Eagle Valley Golf Course. Golfers may choose to play either the duffer-friendly East Course or the challenging links-style West Course. Play on both courses will be a 9 a.m. Shotgun start, with a Scramble format. Cost is $85 per player, and includes a Continental Breakfast, greens fee and cart, tee prizes, and a Barbecue lunch afterwards.

Nevada emergency managers participate in national preparedness month
Friday, September 7, 2012 - 1:29pm

CARSON CITY, Nev. – Emergency managers from the state and federal level are recognizing September as National Preparedness Month.

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