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Wind Advisory in effect for Carson City region, snow in the Sierra
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/04/2021 - 3:01pmThe National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory in effect for much of the region, including the greater Reno, Carson City, Carson Valley and Washoe Valley areas until 10 p.m. tonight.
A Christmas message from Carson City School Superintendent Richard Stokes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/24/2020 - 11:34amDear Friends: On a cold Christmas Eve in 1914, German, French, and British Soldiers hunkered down in the muddy trenches that had become their home during World War I. Between those trenches was a war-torn expanse of ground that was simply referred to as “no-man’s land.”
Bently Nevada delivers Christmas to communities affected by COVID-19
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/23/2020 - 6:01pmThis December, dozens of Bently Nevada employees came together once more to support local families in need through the Adopt a Family Program.
Carson City residents gather at Supreme Court for vigil honoring Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Saturday night
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/19/2020 - 8:39pmSupreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed Friday, and on Saturday night a group of Carson City residents joined together at the Nevada Supreme Court to honor her life.
People came and went throughout the night, leaving flowers, lighting candles, and discussing the Justice’s passing with other community members.
High Wind Warning tonight through Tuesday for Carson City region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 11:58amA weather system moving into the region will bring strong gusty winds, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a High Wind Warning from 10 p.m. Monday through 1 p.m. Tuesday for the greater Reno, Carson City, Carson Valley, and Dayton areas as well as the Mono County region.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Dec. 24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/23/2019 - 8:18pmHeading into Christmas Eve, activities around the capital city are winding down, but the last minute shopping will continue, so prepare for that rush on the roadways and at local stores. It is the last day of the Holiday Craft Show at Carson Mall, so stop on by. There are no planned Muscle Powered fitness events scheduled. Christmas Eve church services are at First Presbyterian Church in Carson City and other places of worship around town. Here's what's ahead Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019.
Senator Square: Comprehensive Life Skills students make fundraising candles
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/01/2019 - 7:31amEveryone has a disability of some kind, but most learn how to cope with or overcome it; however, not everyone with a disability is aware enough to recognize whether or not they even have a physical challenge. These individuals have a severe and profound physical and neurological disability, cannot care for themselves, need full-time assistance, and are some of the kindest human beings in the world, many of whom are students in the Carson City School District and at CHS. Each year, students in the CHS Comprehensive Life Skills program make crafts to sell at the annual CHS Craft Fair and give as gifts.
Fine art show’s 25th anniversary highlights Carson City, Carson Valley artists
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 5:38pmArtists from Carson City, Minden and Gardnerville will be featured at the 25th annual Northern Nevada Artisan Show and Sale this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1-2 in Reno.
The event’s 25th anniversary will be dedicated to the memory of Jim McCormick, UNR Art Department chair, artist, curator and one of the founders of the show. Admission is free.
Silver State Musings: A Forgettable Fourth
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 07/04/2019 - 11:59amHolidays are often as fleeting as any other day, ending about as indeterminately as they had begun. On occasion, though, there is always that one day...
When I was about 10 years old, I spent the Fourth of July holiday at the beach with family.
As usual, Mom and Dad piled their four children into the cab-over camper and drove south — all night — to Morro Bay, Calif., where my grandparents lived.
Poker Run, Street Food Fest, first AMP concert and more: Events in Carson City for Saturday, June 22
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/22/2019 - 12:28amHappy Saturday, Carson City! There are a ton of events going on in our beautiful capital city today as we officially head into summer following yesterday's solstice. On the docket today we have the first of the Levitt-AMP Concert Series at the Brewery Arts Center, a charity poker run, a street food fest, and more! Check below to see whats happening this weekend.
Saturday, June 22
Brewfest, Antsy McClain and more: Carson City area events celebrate first summer weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 6:28pmHeading into the weekend, there's a bevy of events around the Carson City region that brings a cool breeze to the first three days of summer. The 16th Motor Officer Challenge kicks off Friday at 7 a.m. at Mills Park. Lace up the shoes for a Friday morning walk at East Silver Saddle Ranch hosted by Muscle Powered.
Learn to decorate Pysanky eggs at Western Nevada College
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 4:33pmThis workshop will introduce you to the magical art of Easter Egg painting, using a wax resist dyeing process.
Events around Carson City on Wednesday, May 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/08/2019 - 8:24amGood day Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, May 8, 2019. We're looking at another day of sunshine and afternoon highs in the low 70s. We have activities throughout the region today, including a history presentation in Dayton, a Holocaust memorial service at the Governor's Mansion, art classes, live jazz and more. We want to send a big birthday "shoutout" to our outdoor editor emeritus Don Quilici, who turns 85 today. Don and his wife, Elaine, remain active, maintain healthy walks and hikes around the region and have plans for yet another Alaska outback trip this summer. Happy Birthday Q!
Jewish Nevada organization to host Holocaust Memorial program Wednesday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/07/2019 - 5:29pmJewish Nevada will host the Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Memorial Day Program in Carson City on Wednesday to honor those individuals who lost their lives during the Holocaust.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, March 2
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/01/2019 - 9:50pmThis weekend calls for a celebration, because the first Saturday of March is upon us and that means the Carson City Downtown Business Association Wine Walk come rain, snow, wind or shine. And get this: Today's Wine Walk is the last one before Spring.
Gusty winds prompt advisory for Carson City region, Sierra under winter storm warning
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/27/2019 - 11:55amWhile much of the Sierra is under a Winter Storm Warning, strong wind gusts in Carson City and throughout much of Western Nevada has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Wind Advisory for the region through 10 p.m. Wednesday.
Easter Egg painting class offered by WNC Continuing Education
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 11:07amThis Western Nevada College Continuing Education workshop will introduce you to the magical art of Easter Egg painting, using a wax resist dyeing process. We will outline simple (or not so simple!) designs on eggs that have already been drawn into quarters to save time, then we will proceed to wax and dye each element in its turn. There is no limit to your imagination!
Rain and melting snow prompt Flood Advisory for Carson City, Carson Valley, Lyon regions
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/14/2019 - 9:40amContinued rain on melting snow has prompted the National Weather Service to issue an Urban and Small Stream Flood Advisory on Thursday morning for Carson City, Douglas, Southern Washoe, Northern Lyon and Storey counties.
Carson City weather: High winds, drenching valley rain and heavy Sierra snow ahead this week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 1:57pmAfter a break from active weather Monday and Tuesday another storm system will move into the region Wednesday bringing high winds, feet of Sierra snow and the potential for heavy valley rains, according to the National Weather service.
Beekeepers gather for holiday party, recognize Carson City designation as state's Bee City USA
Submitted by editor on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 2:56pmGreat Basin Beekeepers of Nevada, a group of about one hundred local beekeepers, gathered Saturday, Dec. 8 at the Bee Magic Building located in Mound House. Through the efforts of this dynamic organization, Carson City was recently designated as Nevada’s first Bee City USA. It is the 76th Bee City USA.
Winter driving: Nevada Highway Patrol, NDOT say slow it down, don't slam on brakes
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 2:25pmAs winter weather arrives in the Silver State, the Nevada Department of Transportation and Nevada Highway Patrol remind motorists to stay focused, slow down, prepare for rapidly changing conditions and leave plenty of room between your vehicle and others.
Carson City weather: Strong, potentially damaging winds expected through Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/22/2018 - 1:05pmWith valley rain and mountain snow making its way into the region overnight and early Thursday morning, the brunt of a weather system now moving into the Sierra and Carson City region will begin with increasingly strong wind conditions, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a High Wind Warning.
Annual Holiday Bazaar on Dec. 1 in Fernley
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/12/2018 - 12:32pmFernley Estates Senior Living’s 2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar is the perfect place to start your holiday shopping and bring the kids for a photo with Santa Claus. The community will open its doors to the public 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1. Fernley Estates is located at 1130 Chisholm Trl, Fernley.
Celebration of Life at Pioneer High School
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/02/2018 - 1:02pmWorks of Carson City art doll creator featured at 24th annual Artisan Show
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/31/2018 - 4:35pmArt doll maker Christine Shively-Benjamin of Carson City will be among more than 30 artists from Northern Nevada featured at the 24th annual Artisan Show and Sale Friday and Saturday, Nov. 2-3, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Reno. Admission is free and at least 20 pieces of original art will be given away.
Dia de los Muertos: Creating Cultural Connections in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/25/2018 - 2:32pmThe Nevada State Museum and Western Nevada College in Carson City are once again teaming up to present a Day of the Dead community celebration on Saturday, Nov. 3 at the museum.
The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and admission is free. Activities include performances by Mexican and Aztec folkloric dancers, an exhibition of altars, and Day of the Dead crafts including sugar skull decorating and face painting for youngsters.
Selling Your Home? Here’s One Aroma That Will Help You Sell It
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/29/2018 - 10:21amTrue or false…When you’re selling a house, you should bake cookies before a showing or an open house.
I guess you could say the answer is a hard and fast “true” because, after all, it can’t hurt. Who doesn’t like the smell of freshly baked cookies?
But it’s also kind of false…
It isn’t like you can Betty Crocker your way to a sale, let alone at the highest price possible. Your entire house still needs to be appealing. A batch of cookies isn’t going to hide bad odors enough or divert people’s attention from a messy house that needs repairs.
If only it were that simple…
Air quality in Douglas reaches 'hazardous' level Monday, Carson City sees 'unhealthy' status
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/06/2018 - 8:40amUPDATE 12:08PM: As of noon Monday, Carson City and Douglas County air quality is now in the "Very Unhealthy" category, according to the Air Quality Index, triggering a health alert meaning everyone may experience more serious health effects. Carson City's index reading was 222 and Gardnerville, 272.
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Smoke from regional fires has caused the air quality in the Gardnerville area of Douglas County to reach the "hazardous" stage Monday morning, with an Air Quality Index reading of 410, according to AirNow.gov, while Carson City has reached the "unhealthy" stage.
Carson City health officials address unhealthy air quality due to smoke from fire near Yosemite
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/18/2018 - 4:41pmCarson City Health and Human Services has been receiving several calls about the impact of the smoke from the Ferguson Fire near Yosemite National Park. The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection and Carson City Health and Human Services continue to monitor air quality concerns from smoke drifting into the area from this fire.
Business Spotlight: Learn what all the buzz is about at The Beekeeper
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 05/16/2018 - 11:24amThe next time you see honeybees pollinating the flora in your yard, you may want to thank your neighbor, says Heather Angeloff, owner of The Beekeeper in Carson City.