Carson Now News

Submitted by admin on Tue, 12/18/2012 - 11:24am

Column: ObamaCare's flawed wording
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 11:54am

Reading over the coverage of the Supreme Court's oral arguments over the fate of ObamaCare, you might get the impression that the conservative-leaning court will strike this law down.

While those people on each side of the political divide will have their opinions about this, I, as a person whose profession is all about writing and words, am struck by how the future of this law seems hinged on the wording in the legislation.

The major argument against ObamaCare has to do with the requirement that everyone must buy health insurance, otherwise known as the individual mandate.

Fishing Report For the week of March 28 to April 3
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 9:13am

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon. This report is for the week of March 28 through April 3.

Outdoors with Don Q: A little bit of everything for everyone
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 8:55am

There is a special place in this part of the Far West where there is a little bit of everything for everyone, every day of the year. Are you interested?
Well, if you are, be sure to plan to stop at Wiggins’ Trading Post located in Chilcoot, Calif. You won’t regret stopping.
Wiggins’ Trading Post is located on California S.R. 70, about seven miles west of Hallelujah Junction on U.S. 395, and it is the gateway to Frenchman Reservoir (about eight miles north).
That unique store is owned by Richard (Dick) and Shirley Wiggins, and they have been there since way back in 1968.

Nevada Think Tank Files Notice Of Appeal With Supreme Court In Separation Of Powers Case
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 - 11:16am

CARSON CITY – A conservative Nevada think tank today filed its notice of appeal to the state Supreme Court in its separation of powers case challenging the ability of state lawmakers to also work in public sector jobs.

Crime Log: Carson City man arrested for harboring a fugitive
Monday, March 26, 2012 - 5:47pm

Carson City Sheriff's deputies made several arrests for felony or gross misdemeanor allegations over the weekend, including:

  • William W. Hornbeck, 41, a Carson City plumber, for three felony failure to appear warrants in his name. No bail has been set. At the same time, deputies arrested Eduardo Juarez Leon, 42, a Carson City man, for felony harboring a fugitive. Bail in that case is set at $10,000.

NHP to crack down on vehicles registered in other states
Monday, March 26, 2012 - 3:18pm

Beginning in April the Nevada Highway Patrol will step up enforcement and crack down on residents who register their vehicles in other states.

Nevada Gaming Control Board hits AA Gaming with fine, loss of license
Monday, March 26, 2012 - 2:59pm

AA Gaming Inc., and its owner Alan Adams, negotiated a settlement in February with the Nevada Gaming Control Board that will result in a $2,000 fine and the loss of the company's unrestricted gaming license.

AA Gaming was issued a license in 2008 to operate slot machines in Doppelganger's in downtown Carson City. AA Gaming continued to operate the slot machines after the bar reopened as High Sierra Brewery under new owner Jim Phalan. Adams continues to own the building.

Adams also formerly owned half of the Carson Nugget Casino until it was purchased by the Mae Adams Trust.

Douglas County Sheriff's Office looking for suspected window shooter
Monday, March 26, 2012 - 10:59am

At approximately 5:30 am on Sunday, March 25th, 2012, deputies of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to a call of suspicious circumstances - possible shots fired at the Nevada Ugly Bar, 1433 US Hwy 395, Gardnerville, Nevada.

Upon arrival at the location, deputies observed the front glass window of the business was fractured with numerous cracks.

Carson City Chamber of Commerce Soup's On luncheon
Monday, March 26, 2012 - 10:53am

The next Caron City Chamber of Commerce Soup's On luncheon is scheduled for Tuesday, March 27 at 11:30 a.m. at the Gold Dust West.

This month's luncheon features Joel Dunn, operations manager for Carson City Parks & Recreation, who will talk about the economic impact that sporting events have on the city, and how to become involved.

Heavenly and Kirkwood to extend season after late season snowpack at Lake Tahoe
Monday, March 26, 2012 - 9:59am

On the heels of the most powerful storm to hit the Lake Tahoe region this winter, Heavenly Mountain Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort have announced plans to extend their respective ski and snowboard seasons.

More Stories