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Bobby Bridger

- Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 2:46pm

Get a jump start on the Nevada Day weekend with Bobby Bridger. The multi talented singer/songwriter/poet/actor and playwright will perform Lakota on Thursday, October 27th at 7:30pm in the Performance Hall. Lakota is part of Bridger’s Ballad of the West Trilogy. Using Homeric verse and song, Bridger takes us to another time to tell the stories of the Mountain Men, William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, and the Lakota Sioux people.

Antsy McClain and the Trailer Park Troubadours

- Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 2:46pm

Celebrate Nevada Day with Antsy McClain and the Trailer Park Troubadours. The Carson City favorites will rock the Brewery Arts Center’s Performance Hall on Saturday, October 29th at 7:30 pm.

Keep the Nevada Day party going when Antsy and the band bring their own special blend of music and humor to the stage. The guys combine great music, outrageous humor and the trailer park lifestyle and turn it into great fun.

Don’t miss out on the chance to party with fellow Flamingo Heads (as Troubadour fans are called ) when the Troubs come to town, get your tickets, they will go fast.

Giacomo Fiore

- Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 2:45pm

Giacomo Fiore brings his exciting guitar skills to the Brewery Arts Center on Saturday, October 29 at 2pm. The performance is part of the Brewery Art Center’s Classical Performance Series and is presented in collaboration with the Sierra Nevada Guitar Society.

The Italian born musician will perform both traditional and modern works to create a magical musical experience. Fiore is an imaginative and accomplished guitar player who is comfortable in a wide variety of styles. His music making has both flair and depth.

Moody: Carson-Douglas ready to renew rivalry Friday

Sports - Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:12am

When it comes to football rivalries in Northern Nevada you won't find any better than Carson-Douglas, and guess what, it's that time again.The two rivals tee it up Friday at 7 p.m., and I would exp...

WASHINGTON WATCH: Saved by the bell - again

Opinion - Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:12am

I see we survived another possible government shutdown by the Senate, by only a hair's breadth, and it took less game-playing this time to reach that goal. Let's see what the Republican House does....

DR. K: Do reading glasses make eyesight worse?

Lifestyle - Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:22am

DEAR DOCTOR K: I am starting to have trouble with my vision, especially when I'm reading. I just can't seem to focus on the words as well as I once did. But I've heard that wearing glasses to help ...

Body art: A pigment of imagination

News - Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:22am

When Lynzie Ruecker picks up her makeup brush, she wields a certain power. "People don't have to be what they see in the mirror," she said. "I make them be whatever they want."She first started ...

What to do if you don't want political calls in the future

News - Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:22am

We will be having an election in a couple of months to choose our U.S. Representative and later, at the following elections, to choose various officials.I've wondered how they know to call at the t...

Winning outhouse racers are on a roll

News - Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:22am

The results are in for the weekend's 2011 Virginia City Outhouse Races.Sixteen teams entered the field to race in a blind-draw double elimination tournament that resulted in last years' defending c...

Options in foreclosure

News - Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:22am

Many clients indicate that they are upside-down on their property, and they are certainly not alone. I'd like to share some information to help homeowners understand their options when dealing with...

Property manager warns of rent scams

News - Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:22am

Bob Frenchu, a property manager with Coldwell Bank Best Sellers, had just gotten a bite on a house he was trying to get rented in Dayton when he heard numbers that didn't add up: The potential tena...

Carson felon jailed in Washoe County

News - Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:22am

A Carson City man was jailed in Washoe County on Sunday after a state trooper stopped him for failing to dim his headlights and found drugs and a loaded weapon on him, according to an official. ...

Smith Valley fire still a threat to homes

News - Last Update Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:22am

The 1,062-acre Burbank fire has cost $385,000 to fight so far, according to a federal report issued Monday morning. Containment has continued at 10 percent, though the fire is spreading more slowly...

Community Briefly

Announcements - Last Update Wed, 10/26/2011 - 7:52am

Monday's Lotto numbersMonday night's winning California lotto numbers were: Fantasy 5: 05-15-24-36-37. Daily 3 Evening: 1-3-3. Daily 3 Midday: 0-7-4. Daily 4: 2-5-0-3. Daily Derby: 1st:2 Lucky Star...

Gov. Sandoval Appoints First Director Of Tourism And Cultural Affairs

News - Last Update Mon, 10/03/2011 - 5:46pm

CARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval has appointed Claudia Vecchio as the first director of the new Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs. She will begin her job Nov. 14.
The newly constituted department is comprised of the Nevada Commission on Tourism, Division of Museums and History, Nevada Arts Council and the Nevada Indian Commission.

Acting Administrator Appointed For Nevada State Mental Health Programs

News - Last Update Mon, 10/03/2011 - 5:12pm

CARSON CITY – Richard Whitley, administrator of the Nevada State Health Division, has been appointed to serve as acting administrator for the Nevada Division of Mental Health and Developmental Services.
The appointment by Mike Willden, director of the state Department of Health and Human Services, took effect Saturday. Whitley is replacing Dr. Harold Cook, who is retiring after 33 years of state service.

Carson City man identified as victim in Reno gang shooting

News - Last Update Mon, 10/03/2011 - 4:25pm

The man who died in a Sunday morning altercation between rival gangs in downtown Reno has been identified as 28-year-old Macario Ortiz of Carson City, the Reno Gazette-Journal reports. Go here for the story.

Carson gangs suspected in fatal Reno shooting

News - Last Update Mon, 10/03/2011 - 4:06pm

A Carson City man was killed and three others injured in a gang-related shooting and car crash early Sunday morning in Reno. According to Reno Police Lt. Mohammed Rafaqat, two groups of rival Ca...

Sandoval Appoints New Director of Tourism and Cultural Affairs

News - Last Update Mon, 10/03/2011 - 3:43pm

NEWS RELEASE – Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval has appointed Claudia Vecchio as the first director of the new Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs. The Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs is comprised of the Nevada Commission on Tourism, Division of Museums and History, Nevada Arts Council, and the Nevada Indian Commission.

Carson City weekend crime roundup

News - Last Update Mon, 10/03/2011 - 2:46pm

The following persons were arrested this weekend by Carson City Sheriff's deputies:

Enrique Lopez Aguilar, 23, was arrested Saturday morning near the intersection of Daggett and Canyon Drive for felony statutory sexual seduction. According to the arrest report, the parents of a 14-year-old girl reported that the subject had come to their residence to drop off their daughter, and they blocked his vehicle so he couldn't leave. A deputy talked to the subject, who allegedly admitted to having sex with the girl, but said she told him she was 18 years old. His bail was set at $15,000.

Carson City deputies the target of weekend assaults

News - Last Update Sun, 10/09/2011 - 7:36am

Carson City Sheriff's deputies weren't feeling the love this weekend, as they arrested three people involved in different incidents for assaulting or battering officers.

On Friday night, deputies arrested Daniel Lane Holley, 38, near his home in the 300 block of West 5th Street for felony assault on a police officer and misdemeanor obstruction/delay of a police officer. Deputies responded to the scene after a report that the subject was intoxicated and causing a disturbance.

Medicare’s 2012 Open Enrollment Drug And Health Plan Data Now Accessible On Line

News - Last Update Mon, 10/03/2011 - 12:52pm

CARSON CITY – In advance of a new, earlier annual enrollment period, people with Medicare can now begin reviewing plan benefit and cost information via a popular web-based Medicare Plan Finder operated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
The plan finder lets beneficiaries, their families, trusted representatives, and senior program advocates to look at all local drug and health plan options that are available for the 2012 benefit year. It became available Saturday.

Carson City Democratic Central Committee meeting

Announcements - Last Update Mon, 10/03/2011 - 10:17am

The Carson City Democrats meet on Wednesday, October 5, in the AFSCME building, 709 East. Robinson Street, the corner of Robinson and Roop Streets.

Our speaker will be Mr. Ron Norton, President and Development Director for ComputerCorp, a non-profit organization which recruits and trains volunteers, operates a recycling center, and sponsors the grassroots project "Every Home 'A' Classroom".

Pizza and more will be available from 6:30 (donations welcome).

News, opinion and notes for your future Dems activity are likely to be shared.

NV GOP moves presidential caucuses ahead of Fla.

News - Last Update Mon, 10/03/2011 - 4:22am

RENO (AP) - Nevada Republicans have decided to move up their presidential caucuses to stay ahead of Florida's newly scheduled Jan. 31 primary, a move that will cost the state party half of its dele...

Movie Review: 'Dream House' more of a nightmare in snow

Lifestyle - Last Update Sun, 10/02/2011 - 8:27pm

"Dream House," currently showing at the Fandango Galaxy multiplex in Carson City, is a suspense film staring Daniel Craig as editor/writer Will Atenton, Rachel Weisz as his wife Libby, and Naomi Watts as Ann Paterson, a neighbor of the Atentons in their new suburban home.

Winners of the Carson Station Wing-Off

Lifestyle - Last Update Sun, 10/02/2011 - 6:28pm

Here are the winners (with photos) of the First Annual Carson Station Wing-Off:

First Place: Redneck BBQ
Second Place: Carson City BBQ
Third Place: Onstreet Concession
Fourth Place: Big Lou's Wings
Fifth Place: Wings of Destiny

People's Choice: Carson City BBQ

Expect a wet and breezy week ahead for Carson City region

News - Last Update Sun, 10/02/2011 - 2:03pm

Rain in the valley and snow in the Sierra is what is shaping up for this week across the Carson City region.
Two weather systems are expected to move into Western Nevada beginning Tuesday night, with wind gusts from 45 mph in the lower elevations, to gusts near 100 mph in the Sierra, according to the National Weather Service in Reno and CarsonWeather.com.

Law Restricting Cellphone Use While Driving Goes Into Effect

News - Last Update Sun, 10/02/2011 - 1:08pm

Governor Brian Sandoval and the Nevada Department of Public Safety and Transportation are this weekend reminding Nevada drivers that handheld cellphone use while driving is now prohibited in the state.

Carson Senators' Pacheco nails 64-yard FG to beat Miners

Sports - Last Update Sun, 10/02/2011 - 9:02am

RENO - It's every kicker's dream to kick a game-winning field goal. Austin Pacheco did it last year when his overtime kick beat arch-rival Douglas 16-13. Pacheco had his second game-winner of his Ca...

PREP ROUNDUP: Carson girls blank Galena 1-0

Sports - Last Update Sun, 10/02/2011 - 4:08am

RENO - Josilyn Daggs scored 12 minutes into the match, and Carson High's girls soccer team held on for a 1-0 victory over Galena in a Sierra League match Saturday afternoon.Carson, 6-2, returns to ...

REPORT CARD: Carson 27, Manogue 24

Sports - Last Update Sun, 10/02/2011 - 4:08am

Offense: Not one of Carson's better efforts, but I attribute that more to playing a good opponent for the first time in three weeks. Manogue keyed hard on Dylan Sawyers, but he still managed 133 to...

Commentary by Guy W. Farmer: Air races, guns and motorcycles

Opinion - Last Update Sun, 10/02/2011 - 4:08am

Northern Nevada was in the news, but not in a good way, during my 10-day family visit to Seattle last month. It seemed as if I was reading a bad news story about our area just about every day in th...

Yerington minister honored by Mexico

Announcements - Last Update Wed, 10/26/2011 - 7:52am

Rev. Jorge Herrera of Holy Family Church in Yerington was presented the recognition of Ohtli in a presentation and reception for the community on Sept. 25 at the church. Ohtli is the highest awa...

The Volunteer Connection

Announcements - Last Update Wed, 10/26/2011 - 7:52am

This continues RSVP's regular Sunday column of outstanding volunteer opportunities. Be sure to look it over and see what you would like to do to put some fun in your life!* Carson Aquatic Facility ...

Happy 95th birthday to Carson woman

Announcements - Last Update Wed, 10/26/2011 - 7:52am

Laura Schichner is celebrating her 95th birthday today with family and friends.She was born Oct. 2, 1916, in Chicago. She was married to her husband Edgar for 69 years. Mrs. Schichner has a son ...

Birth Announcements Oct. 2

Announcements - Last Update Wed, 10/26/2011 - 7:52am

Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center:To Korina and Glenn Ducayanan of Minden, a son, Ryu Ducayanan, born Sept. 20, 2011, weighing 7 pounds, 14 ounces.To Danielle Lucas and Jeromy Asis of Carson Cit...

MILITARY REPORT: Staff Sgt Matthew J. Brauer

Announcements - Last Update Wed, 10/26/2011 - 7:52am

Staff Sgt Matthew J. Brauer, a 2001 graduate of Carson High School, recently received his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration - Law Enforcement from Park University in Great F...

Cheers & Kudos Oct. 2

Announcements - Last Update Wed, 10/26/2011 - 7:52am

Stress relief offered by church and business is appreciatedBlessings to Sierra Acupuncture who have volunteered their time and energy to help people in our community by offering their services for ...

Parade of potties kicks off VC's annual outhouse races