2017
Carson City gaming revenue flat in October, South Tahoe up nearly 16.2 percent
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/30/2017 - 11:20amMilitary Funeral to be held for 13 unclaimed Nevada veterans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/30/2017 - 9:49amThere will be a public military funeral for 13 unclaimed Nevada veterans on Friday, Dec. 8, 2017, 2 p.m. at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley.
Carson City and Storey County 4-H Youth Celebrate Awards at Governor's Mansion
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/29/2017 - 12:52pmUniversity of Nevada Cooperative Extension 4-H Clubs held their 2016-2017 Awards Night at the Governor’s Mansion Nevada Room on Nov. 15. At least 100 4-H youth from Carson City and Storey County received recognition for their accomplishments during the year.
Friday's annual Carson City Empty Bowls project featured on It's Your City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/29/2017 - 11:45amA cherished holiday tradition in Carson City, It's Your City host Cortney Bloomer talks with Debbie Anderson about the Empty Bowls project.
Funeral service Monday in Carson City for teen who died in Kings Canyon crash
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/29/2017 - 10:00amA celebration of life funeral service for Timothy Jones will be Monday, Dec. 4, 2017, 11 a.m. in Carson City at Calvary Chapel church, 1635 Clearview Drive.
Suspect in Montage apartment shooting in downtown Reno shot and killed
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/28/2017 - 8:57pmUPDATE 9:16PM: The suspect in an active shooter situation was shot and killed by law enforcement following gunfire from the Montage apartments in downtown Reno Tuesday night, a spokesman for the Reno Police Department said. See the story here.
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UPDATE 8:27PM: The shooting suspect has been detained, according to Reno Police Department via Twitter, there have been no reports of injuries to officers, deputies or civilians.
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Reno Police Department and area agencies responded Tuesday night to an active shooter situation at the Montage apartments located 255 N Sierra Street in downtown Reno.
Carson City crime log: Arrests made for domestic battery, property damage and warrants
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/28/2017 - 3:27pmA 20-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday for suspicion of misdemeanor domestic battery, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
From Fires to Floods: Nevada National Guard saw busiest year ever for natural disaster response
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/28/2017 - 1:05pmCARSON CITY — As the Nevada National Guard prepares to enter 2018, a look back on the Silver State’s past year reveals an unprecedented request for domestic response activations, not just in Nevada and northern California, but also places around the nation, ranging from Oregon to Puerto Rico.
Carson City investigators: Vehicle burglary suspect steals credit card, tries to use it at Target
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/28/2017 - 9:08amThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for help in identifying a suspect in a vehicle burglary and a credit card fraud investigation.
Bethlehem Lutheran Church Live Nativity Display in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/27/2017 - 7:19pmBethlehem Lutheran Church will be presenting a Live Nativity display on Saturday December 16, 2017, from 6-8PM, on the front lawn of the Church. The Church is located at 1837 N. Mountain Street, Carson City, NV. The Display will include the Manger scene with the Holy Family, Wise Men, Shepherds, and an Angel Choir. Drive by or stop and listen in for awhile to help you enjoy your Christmas season preparations.
Person of interest in Lake Tahoe casino homicide in custody
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/27/2017 - 2:43pmAuthorities say a person of interest in the Oct. 3 homicide at Hard Rock Casino at Lake Tahoe in Stateline was arrested in Sparks last week, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
Carson City arrests: Traffic stop leads to felony warrant arrest for sexual assault
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/27/2017 - 1:56pmA traffic stop for failing to use a turn signal on North Carson Street early Monday morning resulted in the arrest of a man wanted in Montana for suspicion of three counts sexual assault, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Carson High School teen involved in Nov. 9 Kings Canyon crash dies
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/27/2017 - 8:50amUPDATE WEDNESDAY: A celebration of life funeral service for Timothy Jones will be Monday, Dec. 4, 2017, 11 a.m. in Carson City at Calvary Chapel church, 1635 Clearview Drive.
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UPDATE 3:08PM: The following is a statement from Carson City School District Superintendent Richard Stokes regarding the passing of Timothy Jones.
“Our hearts ache for all the families and individuals involved in the car accident in Kings Canyon. We learned yesterday from law enforcement that one of our students passed away. Throughout the day today, the administration at Carson High School has provided and will continue to provide, as needed this week, grief counseling and support for students and staff. As more is learned about a memorial service, we will pass that information along.”
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Family members confirmed via social media Sunday that 16-year-old Carson High School student Timothy Jones, one of seven students involved in a Nov. 9 crash on Kings Canyon, has died.
What Works: 5 ways to cope with stress during the holidays
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/27/2017 - 8:30amThe actual Super Bowl might not be for a few more months. But, right now, you are going through your own big game. It’s the big game of coping with stress during the holidays. So many demands are placed on us during the holidays.
Local Pets of the Homeless fundraiser set to launch Dec. 1 in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 11/26/2017 - 9:35pmHoping to at least double the proceeds from last year's annual Pets of the Homeless fundraising campaign, a pair of Carson City businesses have teamed up for a third consecutive year in an effort to help the pets of homeless people across the United States.
Carson City Road Report: Downtown Festival of Lights on Friday, Saturday brings Holiday Crawl
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/26/2017 - 3:31pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of Nov. 27 through Dec. 4, 2017. Road closures are expected at the following locations due to road/utility work. Please follow detours. Special events include Friday night's Silver and SnowFlakes Festival of Lights celebration and Saturday's Holiday Crawl to benefit Holiday with a hero.
Carson City deputies make warrant, protection order violation arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/26/2017 - 12:35pmA 58-year-old transient was arrested early Saturday, 1:21 a.m. in the area of North Stewart and East Washington streets for a misdemeanor contempt of court warrant issued Nov. 21, 2017 out of Carson City Justice Court.
Lake Tahoe agencies resume prescribed fire operations this week
Submitted by editor on Sun, 11/26/2017 - 10:55amAfter taking a break during the Thanksgiving holiday, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team resume prescribed fire operations next week, beginning Monday, Nov. 27, 2017.
Senator Square: Carson City School District writing contest produces many winners
Submitted by editor on Sat, 11/25/2017 - 7:30pmA momentous congratulations goes out to the students who voluntarily and competitively placed in the 2017 Carson City School Board Sponsored American Citizen Essay Contest with first place at the high school level going to CHS 9th grade Honors English student Marissa Messmann, second place to CHS 12th grade College Readiness Senior English student Jessica Preston, and third place going to 9th grade Honors English student Matteas Klatt.
Small business employment continues to set records in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/23/2017 - 3:16pmSmall businesses in Nevada have rebounded sharply since recessionary lows gripped the state seven years ago with nearly 115,000 jobs added during the course of the recovery, according to the chief economist for the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Hundreds turn out for 2017 Carson City Thanksgiving Day feast at Carson Nugget
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Thu, 11/23/2017 - 12:34pmA Thanksgiving tradition in Carson City that has brought community members to the dinner table at the Carson Nugget for decades drew nearly 1,000 people for a delicious family-style meal Thursday.
Photo Finish: Families take their gobble to pavement at 2017 Carson City Turkey Trot
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/23/2017 - 11:22amA local tradition where runners and walkers of all ages work up a sweat ahead of the big Thanksgiving Day meal, the Carson City Turkey Trot brought hundreds to the Governor's Mansion on Thursday in the spirit of fitness, fun and fellowship.
2017 Candle Lighting Service at Fitzhenry's Funeral Home
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/21/2017 - 7:22pmPlease join us for the Annual Candle Lighting Service on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at 7:00 PM at Fitzhenry's Funeral Home, 3945 Fairview Dr., Carson City. We will honor and remember those that we hold dear in our hearts, by lighting a candle in their memory. Everyone is welcome.
You may submit a photo to be shown in the special video presentation at the service, by emailing Christie.Wilde@dignitymemorial.com, or stop by the funeral home and leave a copy with the staff.
Pioneer High School's Don Bland honored by Nevada Association of School Boards
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/21/2017 - 4:13pmOn Saturday evening, November 18, at its Annual Conference held in Reno at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, the Nevada Association of School Boards recognized the achievements and contributions of school board members, teachers, administrators, educational advocates, and others from across the State. Mr. Don Bland of Pioneer High School, Carson City School District, was awarded Innovative Educator of the Year.
Carson City's Holiday With a Hero campaign receives $3,500 donation from Capital Ford
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/21/2017 - 3:50pmTim Milligan, general manager of Capital Ford, left, presents a check for $3,500 to representatives of Holiday With a Hero in Carson City, Nev., on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2017. Holiday With a Hero, a partnership between the Carson City Sheriff's Office, Carson City Fire Department, Carson City School District and the Department of Corrections, provides Christmas shopping for 300 underprivileged children each year. For more information, go to holidaywithahero.com.
Nevada law enforcement campaign looks for drivers, passengers not wearing seatbelts
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/21/2017 - 1:45pmThe Nevada Highway Patrol will be Joining Forces looking for drivers and other occupants in vehicles who are not wearing their seatbelts and, or children who are not properly secured in car or booster seats. Northern Nevada deputies and troopers will be stopping drivers for different traffic offenses and issuing citations for seatbelt violations now through Dec. 2, 2017.
TACH Presents World Music Award Night
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/20/2017 - 4:39pmTACH (Traditional Association for Cultural Harmony) a nonprofit organization founded by Internationally renowned musician Thakur Chakrapani Singh going to present ”World Music Award Night" on Dec. 2nd 2017 @ 6.30 PM at Center for Spiritual Living, 4685 Lakeside Drive, Reno, NV 89509
2017 Carson Beer Crawl
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/20/2017 - 4:34pmOn Saturday, December 16th, 2017 from 1PM-5PM, The Brew Crew is hosting the Carson Beer Crawl where you can “crawl” to a dozen downtown Carson City bars. The price of admission is only $15 and you get an official Carson Beer Crawl Mug, a Passport and wristband that will get you $1 beers at a dozen locations. Plus, there will be a prize drawing at 7pm. Your stamped passport from this crawl will be entered into a grand prize drawing on January 20, 2018, where you have a chance to win a 55” Big Screen TV!
The Carson Comedy Club Presents Comedian Carlos Rodriguez
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/20/2017 - 4:20pmOn November 24th, 2017, The Carson Comedy Club inside of the Carson Nugget presents Comedian Carlos Rodriguez. The 21 and older show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 and available from guest services.
Based out of Atlanta, Carlos is a Navy veteran, a family man, and one who loves to make people laugh. Humor and comedy have kept Carlos sane in one of the most stressful and unenjoyable places to be.
Carson City arrests: Man breaks into home, helps himself to food
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/20/2017 - 1:57pmA 35-year-old man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony home invasion after allegedly breaking into a home and helping himself to food in the kitchen, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.