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Joey Packwood to speak at the ORW Meeting in January

Johanna (Joey) Packwood is an 18 year old firebrand conservative. She was raised here in Carson City and attended Bishop Manogue Catholic High School. Joey has worked on many campaigns including Captain Sam Brown's Senate campaign. She was also the representative for Northern Nevada at the Leadership Institute campaign college. Joey remains active in local politics with the intent to save America!

The next Carson City School District School Board meeting will take place tonight, Tuesday Jan. 10 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room within the Carson City Community Center.

CARSON CITY — Due to the Nevada Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Safety reporting severe weather and potentially dangerous road conditions, Governor Joe Lombardo has ordered an early closing for all state government offices in Washoe, Carson, Douglas, Lyon and Storey counties Tuesday.

Braedan Wedderburn, Sujwal Reddy Yeedunuthula, and Nora Ahumada were awarded the seventh annual Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships by the Carson City Symphony Association this year.

United Federal Credit Union was pleased to donate more than $1,420 to local families and organizations in northwest Nevada as part of the 2022 Pay It Forward initiative. As part of Pay It Forward, United provided $20 to every employee to give to a needy individual, family, or organization of their choice.

A bird eating in snow saying thanks for the treats!

All 23 families have officially been barred from entering their apartments at Carson Pines in Carson City after they learned the upper floors of the buildings were being condemned by the city.

The Carson City Senior Center is open today, Tuesday, with normal hours, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The center will serve lunch in the on-site dining room from 11-12:30 p.m. We recommend staying home if you do not need to go out or delay until conditions have improved however we are open in case you need a warm meal or services.

I agree wholeheartedly with current complaints about smow removal/abatement in Carson City.

The ordinances are apparently not being enforced.I know this the Wild West but come on man. The city needs to enforce these ordinances on clearing sidewalks.I am originally from Green Bay Wisconsin, and if you do not get your sidewalk sholved whether business or private the city would clear it for you at like 1 a foot.

The Douglas County Board of County Commissioners’ meeting schedule for 10 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesday mornings in Minden have been canceled due to inclement weather and dangerous traveling conditions. Agenda items for this meeting will be rescheduled for a later date and time to be announced.

Western Nevada College officials have decided to close its three campuses and the Child Development Center today, Jan. 10, because of snow and icy conditions. However, the college’s online winter session classes will proceed as scheduled.

Due to lack of bus drivers and continued treacherous driving conditions, all Carson City School District schools will be canceled Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. Go here for more information on weather-related school closures.

Stormy Monday filled the sky with color at sunset.

With snow levels falling to the valley floor Tuesday morning, the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the greater Reno, Carson City and Carson Valley areas, while Lake Tahoe and Sierra are under a Winter Storm Warning.

UPDATE 8:23AM: Due to lack of bus drivers and continued treacherous driving conditions, all Carson City School District schools will be canceled Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023.
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As a result of the winter storm disrupting travel throughout the region, all Carson City School District schools will observe a delayed 2-hour schedule Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. Buses will also operate on a 2-hour delay, so arrival times will be approximately 2-hours later than usual. There will be no Pre-School classes or breakfast served at school.

Carson Now reader Nancy Sawyer submitted these photos of Monday night's spectacular, fiery red and orange sunset above Carson City. Scroll and click on each photo to enlarge.

The colorful sunset Monday evening above a wintery Carson City.

CARSON CITY, Nev. – Effective Jan. 1, tobacco retailers are required to use scanning technology or an automated software-based system to verify age on anyone under the age of 40 before making sales of tobacco products.

City Needs one

How many pedestrians must get injured or killed while walking the sidewalks here in Carson City? How many pedestrians will receive tickets for walking around the snow piles blocking sidewalks due to business allowing their contractors to do so? Lets look at the Carson City Ordinance first.

The Jimbo Scott Band will perform at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda in Minden, at 7 p.m. Friday, February 10, 2023.

Jimbo Scott has one of those voices that makes you stop, walk into the venue you were about to pass by, and see who is singing. A powerhouse singer-songwriter, his music recalls Tennessee country, bluegrass and Oakland soul. If you like Zach Brown, Tracy Chapman, the John Butler Trio or Jason Isbell, then you will like Jimbo Scott.

CARSON CITY — The state Transportation Board of Directors on Monday unanimously approved the appointment of Tracy Larkin-Thomason as the Director of the Nevada Department of Transportation. Larkin-Thomason will officially assume her new role as director on Jan. 17, 2023.

Come join us at the beautiful Brick & Pine Studio, 305 N Carson St Suite 202, in downtown Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 21 at 10:30 a.m. for a one hour Vinyasa Flow yoga class instructed by Meg Hundley.

Afterwards, enjoy a post workout cold pressed juice from So Juicy while our Nurse Practitioner and owner of Elevate Health provides information on the services we provide to help you achieve your health and wellness goals.

Carson Valley Community Theatre is producing a brand new comedy, one you might have heard of. In fact, it's the third and final comedy in the Verdeen Cousins Texas Trilogy that begins with "The Red Velvet Cake War" and continues with "Rex's Exes."

UPDATE: The flood advisory for Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, Storey and Washoe counties has been extended to 4:30 p.m. Monday.
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A powerful, potent atmospheric river storm is making its way into western Nevada, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Flood Advisory until 1:45 p.m. Monday due to the threat of urban and small stream flooding in Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, Storey and Washoe counties.

YERINGTON — On Monday, January 9, 2023, the Lyon County Board of County Commissioners met to issue a Declaration of Emergency for the ongoing winter weather events impacting the community. An Emergency Declaration gives governments the flexibility to quickly request resources necessary to respond to protect the health and safety of residents.

Two men were arrested late Saturday for suspicion of drug possession with intent to sell after fentanyl and methamphetamine were found during a vehicle search, according to the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team.

Citing recent storms and supply chain issues causing delayed delivery in the Silver State, Gov. Joe Lombardo issued a proclamation late Friday declaring a liquid petroleum gas delivery emergency in Nevada.

High in a cottonwood tree on the west side of Carson City, this bear appears to be checking for signs of spring.

Mercury is in retrograde and will remain in retrograde until the 18th of January. So what does that mean? Well, three times a year, the planet Mercury appears to be floating backwards across the heavens. This mirage carries with it certain superstitions and suppositions that the same thing could be happening to your life, you could be living your life backwards.

Just in time for Christmas, Western Nevada College’s Machine Tool Technology department received a couple of gifts from area manufacturers to benefit future students.

Driving Range covered in snow

On Sunday morning I stopped by Empire Ranch Golf Course in Carson City to see what the prospects of golf might be this week. It was still covered in snow but the temperature was warming so there is still hope for the end of the week.

Top officials in Gov. Joe Lombardo’s administration said the governor and his staff are preparing a state budget that will make “unprecedented investments in K-12 education,” and evaluating pay and benefits packages for state employees, although they did not say whether those will align with dramatic increases Gov. Steve Sisolak proposed before leaving office.

Residents of Carson City have always had several options to watch public meetings through their local channels, the City's website and YouTube.

During a court hearing regarding the Carson Pines Apartment evictions Friday morning, Judge Kristin Luis ordered that all families must leave due to the uninhabitable nature of the second floor of the building.

A series of winter storms this week is expected to bring heavy wet snow and rainfall in the lower valleys and several feet of snow to the Sierra, prompting a number of National Weather Service watches and warnings for the region.

The secret to success in high school can be summed up in one word: tenacity. Just ask Joanna Ramirez. Despite many challenges, she has thrived as a student and as a young adult, which is why she is this week’s Senior in the Spotlight.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Jan. 9-15, 2023. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

The speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Devan Doan, Rural Engagement Coordinator for the Nevada State Democratic Party (NSDP). His presentation will lay out plans in the works for the upcoming legislative session, and ways in which Carson City's Democrats may be able to assist with those efforts.

Seventeen of Carson High School’s accomplished Advanced Photography students have their work in Photo Finished 2023 at the Brick.

"Photo Finished 2023", a Capital City Arts Initiative (CCAI) exhibition, is in the Community Development Building (the Brick), 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City, December 19, 2022 – March 16, 2023.

Dickson Realty, the largest real estate firm in northern Nevada, announced the acquisition of RCM Realty Group, most recently known as Corcoran Global Living, with offices in Carson City and Gardnerville, Nevada. With the acquisition, Dickson Realty is adding 37 new agents to the team.

Meet a very special kitty named Mojo. This handsome short-haired gray fella is friendly, affectionate and absolutely adores people. He will nuzzle your face while you pet him and beg for more rubs. Less than a year-old Mojo still likes to play but not with other cats. In fact, he would like to be your one and only kitty.

The Nashville Social Club has announced tickets are now on sale for Achilles Wheel, performing live in “The Swan” Music Hall on Friday, January 13th.

This Nevada County, California-based offers a mix of infectious, high energy dance beats and stark lyrical ballads. Guests will enjoy an evening of Roots Rock storytelling and dance.

University of Nevada, Reno Extension Master Gardeners Present: Plant a Pollinator Garden in a Weekend this February.

Conditions and weather permitting, the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team will continue prescribed fire operations at Lake Tahoe. North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District is scheduled to burn piles this week near Incline Village.

The Nevada State Museum, Carson City, and the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada will host a Chinese New Year Celebration starting at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 21, the Lunar New Year.

Festivities begin in the Nevada State Museum, Carson City with crafts and traditional Chinese dances.

Lyon County is encouraging residents to be prepared for upcoming storm events expected to impact the region through next week. The wet weather could bring flooding to smaller streams, poor drainage areas and areas prone to flooding.

Residents are encouraged to clear any leaves or debris from storm gutters and drainages in front of, or on their properties to ensure water can flow freely. Lyon County’s sandbag locations are open year-round to residents.

Attention musicians! The Carson City Symphony, conducted by David Bugli, will begin rehearsals for the first concert of 2023 on Wednesday, January 11, 7:00 to 9:15 p.m., at the Carson High School band/orchestra room, 1111 N. Saliman Road in Carson City.

As the National Weather Service anticipates an atmospheric river event in the western Nevada region starting Saturday evening into Sunday morning, Storey County officials are reminding all residents to prepare by having food, water, batteries, flashlights and alternative heating sources on hand as power may go out.

During a short break in the winter storms this weekend, Douglas County urges residents and businesses to take stock of their precipitation defense plans and evaluate additional steps that may need to be taken.

Carson Now Reader Dante Turiczek snapped this photo of a snowy downtown Carson City on Jan. 3, 2023.

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