Carson City Council
Carson City Mayor Robert 'Bob' Crowell dies
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 09/12/2020 - 11:05amCarson City Mayor, attorney and Vietnam veteran Robert L. "Bob" Crowell died overnight. He was 74.
Robert L. "Bob" Crowell was a native Nevadan, born in the mining town of Tonopah and raised in Carson City. An attorney by profession, Bob was a Vietnam Veteran and retired Navy Captain. He was elected Mayor of Carson City in 2008 and assumed his duties as Mayor on January 5, 2009. He was re-elected in 2012 and 2016. Prior to being elected Mayor, Bob served 11 years on the Carson City School Board of Trustees.
Congressman Mark Amodei to Speak at Navy League Dinner
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/06/2020 - 9:59pmThe Carson City Council of the United States Navy League will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at the Carson City NUGGET Casino, 507 N. South Carson Street. This is a temporary change in venue! Unfortunately, the Gold Dust West was already booked for the 19th. The Social hour will start at 5:30 PM and Dinner will begin at 6:30PM.
Sailors and Marines of the Year to be honored by Carson City Council, US Navy League at Jan. 19 event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/06/2020 - 2:45pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States, will be sponsoring a special event on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020 to honor the 2019 Sailors and Marines of the Year assigned to Naval Air Station Fallon and Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, along with the Recruiter of the Year from Naval Recruiting District, Portland, assigned to the Reno Office.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/19/2019 - 8:38pmHeading into Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, events around the capital city include a Polka Dot Powerhouse lunch connect at Red's Old 395 Grill, "Get Fit with Fight Camp" at Yaple's Ballroom, the Navy League capital city chapter will celebrate veterans at its monthly meeting held at Gold Dust West, the Carson City School District seeks public input on its Strategic Plan at a community meeting, plus art showings, classes and more.
Carson City Navy League to celebrate Veterans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 12:57pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will honor Veterans, past and present, at our November meeting. We will also pay tribute to our MIA’s and POW’s and celebrate both the Navy and Marine Corps birthdays. Our speaker for the Special Veteran’s Day celebration will be Captain Evan Morrison, Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Fallon.
NAS Fallon Installation Training Officer to Speak on Anti-Terrorism Training
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/04/2019 - 1:28pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will hold this quarter’s Dinner and meeting on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, Carson City. The Social hour will start at 5:30 p.m. and dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Support the Sea Services with the Navy League; Carson City Council of the United States Navy League meets May 15
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/29/2019 - 9:39pmAre you a supporter of the United States military, specifically the Sea Services? We need our Community to show that support! Come and learn more about the wide array of missions conducted by the Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, Feb. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/20/2019 - 5:53amHello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019. We're midway through the work week with yet another round of snow showers possible today and Thursday. But don't let the weather spoil your fun. There's several activities lined up throughout the day and tonight.
Nevada United Veteran Legislative Council featured at Carson City council of U.S Navy League
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 12:26pmThe Carson City Council of the United States Navy League will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, Carson City.
Our Dinner and Meeting will be held in the Juniper Room this month. The Social hour will start at 5:30 p.m. and Dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/14/2018 - 8:46amHello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018. Among the events and activities today include continued voting to bring the Levitt AMP concert back to Carson City this summer, a Silver and Blue Nevada rivalry blood drive, a volunteer meeting for Toys for Tots; a showing of "Casino Boss" that was filmed this summer at the Carson Nugget starring SNL Alum Jose Piscopo, a visit by Marilyn Monroe, Clark Gable and Montgomery Clift in Dayton, art showings and more.
Schedule of events for Veterans Day through the weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/08/2018 - 1:39pmFrom free concerts, to pet adoptions, to a new memorial, here are the list of events for 2018's Veterans Day.
Carson City Council of the Navy League to Celebrate Veteran's Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/29/2018 - 5:14pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will honor Veterans, past and present, at our November Meeting. We will also pay tribute to our MIA’s and POW’s and celebrate both the Navy and Marine Corps birthdays. Our speaker for the Special Veteran’s Day celebration will be Captain Robert Wiley, Retired, who was the first Master of the USNS Carson City, T-EPF 7.
Carson City Council of U.S. Navy League to feature retired Rear Admiral of Medical Corps
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/07/2018 - 12:15pmThe Carson City Council of the United States Navy League will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, Carson City. The Social hour will start at 5:30 PM and Dinner will begin at 6:30PM. Our speaker will be Bonnie B. Potter, MD, Rear Admiral, Medical Corps, United States Navy, retired.
Navy League dinner and meeting Wednesday, Feb. 21
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/11/2018 - 12:45pmThe Carson City Council of the United States Navy League will hold its first meeting of the New Year on Wednesday, Feb. 21 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino in Carson City.
The social hour starts at 5:30 p.m. and dinner is served at 6:30 p.m.
Our speaker will be Lt. Col. Adrian Armold, USMC, Executive Officer, Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Pickle Meadows, CA.
Lt. Col. Armold is a 20-year veteran of the Marine Corps with assignments to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.
Navy League to Celebrate Veteran's Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/29/2017 - 9:35pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will honor Veterans, past and present, at our November Meeting! We will also pay tribute to our MIA’s and POW’s and celebrate both the Navy and Marine Corps birthdays. Our speaker for the Special Veteran’s Day celebration will be Katherine (Kat) Miller, Colonel, USA retired, who is Director of the Nevada Department of Veterans Services.
Support the Sea Services with Navy League
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/08/2017 - 3:50pmCARSON CITY — Are you a supporter of the United States military, specifically the Sea Services? We need our Community to show that support! Come and learn more about the wide array of missions conducted by the Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines.
NAVY LEAGUE MEETING
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 3:28pmThe Carson City Council of the United States Navy League will hold its first meeting of the New Year on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, Carson City. The Social hour will start at 5:30 PM and Dinner will begin at 6:30PM. Our speaker will be Commander James Shell, USN, Executive Officer, Naval Air Station Fallon. Commander Shell will be speaking on the expansion of the Bombing Ranges at Fallon.
There will also be an update on the activities of USNS Carson City,T-EPF-7.
Plank Owner Master of USNS Carson City to speak at November Navy League meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/05/2016 - 9:15pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will honor Veterans, past and present, at our November Meeting! We will also pay tribute to our MIA’s and POW’s and celebrate both the Navy and Marine Corps birthdays. Our speaker will be Captain Robert T. Wiley, plankowner master of USNS Carson City, (T-EPF 7). Captain Wiley assumed this command on January 16, 2016 when the USNS Carson City was christened at Austal USA Shipyards in Mobile, Alabama.
Navy League Speaker from Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/07/2016 - 2:48pmThe Carson City Council is the local branch of the Navy League of the United States. We meet on quarterly basis, conducting a dinner meeting with informational speakers that talk about a wide range of topics and the Sea Services missions.
This quarter’s Dinner and meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, Carson City. The Social hour will start at 5:30 PM and Dinner will begin at 6:30PM.
This meeting’s guest speaker will be Captain Ted Powers, USMC. Capt. Powers is the Headquarters Company Commander at MCMWTC, Pickel Meadows, CA.
Navy Recruiter of the Quarter Recognized
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/30/2016 - 5:24pmThe Navy League of the United States Carson City Council honored Navy Recruiter Second Class Petty Officer, LS2 Jose Soriano, as Recruiter of the Quarter for Naval Recruiting Station, Sparks.
USNS Carson City passes muster, artist rendering presented to Gov. Sandoval
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/09/2016 - 5:01pmThe USNS Carson City, the US Navy’s newest Expeditionary Fast Transport Vehicle christened in January, completed acceptance trials in the Gulf of Mexico this week. The Carson City will be formally turned over the US Navy on June 24, 2016.
Help Support our Maritime Forces
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/02/2016 - 4:46pmAre you a supporter of the United States military, specifically the Sea Services? We need this Community to show that support! Come and learn more about the wide array of missions conducted by the Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines.
Carson City Mayor, Navy League present commemorative medallion to Gov. Sandoval
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/10/2016 - 5:17pmCarson City Mayor Bob Crowell, in collaboration with the Navy League of the United States Carson City Council, presented Gov. Sandoval with a commemorative coin depicting both the recently christened USNS Carson City and the historic USS Carson City, a Tacoma-class frigate commissioned by the U.S. Navy from 1944-1945.
Carson City Navy League Meeting to Feature USNS Carson City and USS Nevada BB-36
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/09/2016 - 11:44pmThe Carson City Council of the United States Navy League will hold its first meeting of the New Year on Wednesday, February 17, 2015 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, Carson City. The social hour will start at 5:30 PM and Dinner will begin at 6:30PM.
Our speaker will be Mr. Wayne Scarpaci, naval artist and historian, who is an authority on the Battleship USS Nevada, BB-36. The 100th Anniversary of the Commissioning of USS Nevada will take place on March 11 of this Year.
Mr. Scarpaci will not only share some of the history of the Nevada, but also the USS Carson City, PF 50
Celebrate Veterans with the Carson City Council, US Navy League
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/12/2015 - 1:17pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will honor Veterans, past and present, at our November Meeting. We will also pay tribute to our MIA’s and POW’s and celebrate both the Navy and Marine Corps birthdays.
The Speaker is a secret, but will explain the Navy and /or Marine Corps from a current enlisted perspective. What many of older Veteran’s knew as High Tech is antiquated in today’s military. Come and hear what has happened and to celebrate Veterans past and present!
A Veterans Day message from Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell
Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/11/2015 - 12:00pmOn this day, November 11, 2015, we pay tribute to all those who wear and have worn the uniform in the service of their country. On this day we also pay tribute to the families and friends of our veterans who provide both needed and grateful support to our service members.
Wednesday, August 19: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 08/19/2015 - 6:43amWelcome to Wednesday, Carson City. We both know that there's something about the middle of the week that makes us long for Friday. Don't despair. Music, art, dancing, and trivia can be found, if you just take a gander at the list below.
WEDNESDAY: Jazz and Beyond
- Back to School at Carson Hot Springs (Free 17 and younger admission per paid adult; outdoor pools only; 7am-10pm)
- ‘Wally’s World: The Loneliest Art Collection in Nevada’ in the OXS Gallery at the Nevada Arts Council: 716 N. Carson St. (8am-5pm)
Learn About the United States Sea Services!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/12/2015 - 11:48amAre you a supporter of the United States military, specifically the Sea Services? We need this community to show that support, learn more about the wide array of missions conducted by the Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines.
A Memorial Day Message from Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/25/2015 - 10:06amWe often think of Memorial Day as a holiday that generally marks the beginning of summer and the wonderful activities that come with this season. It is a time when we join together for the family barbecue or simply enjoying the day - the peaceful and crisp mornings, the clear skies, the view of our mountains and the still snow covered peaks to our south, or indeed the smell of sagebrush and pine after a gentle rain.
Do You Support the Sea Services? Show you're support at May 21 Navy League dinner
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/12/2015 - 11:44amAre you a supporter of the United States military, specifically the Sea Services? We need the Community to show that support, learn more about the wide array of missions conducted by the Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines.
The Carson City Council of the United States Navy League meets on quarterly basis conduction a dinner, meeting and informational speakers that talk about the various duties the Sea Services provide. This quarter’s Dinner and meeting will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, Carson City. The Social hour will start at 5:30 PM and Dinner will begin at 6:30PM.