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What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, March 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 8:22amGood morning Carson City and welcome to the last day of winter. It is Tuesday, March 19, 2019. Expect mostly sunshine and cloudy skies today as a weather system is expected to move into the region later tonight bringing rain showers to the lower valleys and some snow to the Sierra for the first day of Spring. Here's what is happening around town today, including free admission to the Nevada State Museum.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, March 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/13/2019 - 8:37amGood morning Carson City. Today is Wednesday, March 13, 2019. Many of us woke up to a nice dusting of snow on the grass and around the hillsides. The white stuff won't last very long. While technically not Spring until March 20, a week from today, there's a noticeable warmup ahead, with high temperatures near 60 by Sunday.
Jennifer Baker to speak at Carson City Republican Women's luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 3:52pmCarson City Republican Women will meet on Tuesday, March 19 to hear our featured speaker Jennifer Baker, Director of Communications for the Nevada Republican Caucus.
Ms. Baker will give us an overview of the current legislative session as well as effective engagement for what is important. Our meeting will be held at the Casino Fandango grand ballroom with social time beginning at 11 a.m. and the meeting called to order at 11:30 a.m.
Carson City fire crews respond to structure fire on TiAmo sign at Casino Fandango
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/02/2019 - 11:31amUPDATE: 10:46AM: Carson City fire officials report that the flames on the roof just above the TiAmo sign have been knocked down and the fire alarm turned off.
Building occupants are being let back inside. The fire department is still on scene investigating the fire's cause.
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The Carson City Fire Department has been dispatched to Casino Fandango, 3800 S. Carson Street, for a structure fire visible next to the TiAmo sign on the north side of the building.
The business has been evacuated while firefighters address the fire.
Nowruz 'New Year' Celebration Feast in Carson City to benefit Veterans Healing Camp
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/01/2019 - 3:55pmThe community is cordially invited to the third annual Nowruz “New Year” Celebration Feast to benefit Veterans Healing Camp on Saturday, March 30 from 5-10 p.m. at the Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom in Carson City.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, Feb. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 10:39pmWell, it's that day again, halfway through the work week. Happy Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 to you Carson City. For those keeping score, we have 21 days left until the first day of spring. Be prepared for rain "down here" and heavy snow "up there."
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Feb. 23
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 02/22/2019 - 8:39pmGood morning, Carson City, and welcome to the last weekend of February!
This Saturday is all about film appreciation around the area. The Carson City International Film Festival wraps up today inside the newly renovated Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, while the Tahoe Adventure Film Festival occurs at CVIC Hall in Minden.
Carson City Republican Party holds highly successful Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 02/22/2019 - 2:26pmOn Saturday, February 16, 2019 the Carson City Republican Party held its annual Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser at the Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom.
Bepsy Strasburg, Chairman of the Lincoln Day Committee, made sure that guests enjoyed a memorable evening with great food, entertainment and silent auction to celebrate the party of Lincoln.
Carson Rotary's upcoming Mardi Gras celebration featured on It's Your City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 10:44amIn this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer talks with Mallory Wilson about the upcoming Mardi Gras celebration this Saturday, Feb. 23 inside the new Grand Ballroom at Casino Fandango in Carson City.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Feb. 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 9:07amGood morning Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019. With the long holiday weekend behind us, the week ahead looks to be busy indeed weather wise. Enjoy the sunshine today as another weather system will move into the Carson City and Lake Tahoe regions by Wednesday.
NNDA's The Business Edge to feature Water Rights as discussion topic
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/18/2019 - 3:18pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority will feature a discussion on Water Rights as part of its Business Edge morning discussion series in Carson City.
The program will be Wednesday, March 27, 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Casino Fandango, Carson City. Event registration is available at: www.nnda.org/events
The Business Edge Water Rights event will define and explain the process(es) for water rights in Nevada and will featuring Shannon McDaniel, Professional Engineer from the Nevada Division of Water Resources.
New Orleans style Zydeco, Cajun party band to play at Carson Rotary Mardi Gras Celebration
Submitted by editor on Sun, 02/17/2019 - 2:17pmJeff Leep and his Catahoula Mardi Gras Party Band will perform at the Carson City Rotary Mardi Gras Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 23, in the Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom. The event features dancing, Cajun and Creole food, a raffle, live auction and Mardi Gras costume contest.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Feb. 16
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 02/15/2019 - 9:24pmFor those weary from all the snow around Carson City so far this month, about the only good news to share is that your weekend is here and there's plenty to do indoors if winter recreation isn't your thing.
From workshops to live music, a skate demo at The WheelHouse and even a special "Caturday Night Out" at the Carson Nugget to help homeless felines in the area, there are places to go around Carson City where you can keep warm, stay dry and have fun!
RSVP by Feb. 15: Carson City Republican Women features CC Manager and Sheriff at upcoming meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/12/2019 - 4:16pmPleases join Carson City Republican Women at their upcoming Tuesday, Feb. 19 meeting to hear guest speakers Nancy Paulson, Carson City Manager and Sheriff Ken Furlong. Ms. Paulson will reflect on the current and future status of Carson City and Sheriff Furlong will provide an update on recent homicides. Social hour begins at 11:00 a.m. and the meeting is called to order at 11:30 a.m. in the Casino Fandango Ballroom.
Carson City GOP Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/05/2019 - 9:59amThe 2019 Carson City Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at the Grand Ballroom of Casino Fandango, Carson City.
Social Hour with appetizers and no-host bar at 5 p.m. Three-course seated dinner from 6:30 p.m.
Guest Speaker: Character Actress Kim Harris of "Western History ALIVE!" will portray infamous Virginia City prostitute Julia Bulette and delve into her character's exciting and scandalous life.
Carson City man arrested for meth possession on his way to courthouse
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/01/2019 - 10:52amA 48-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of Walker and Fairview drives Thursday afternoon on the charges of possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving without working break lights, violation of pre-trial conditions, and violation of a suspended sentence.
Carson City GOP Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser set for Feb. 16
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/28/2019 - 8:34pmDid you know that the Carson City Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser is coming up on Feb. 16 at the Grand Ballroom of Casino Fandango?
We have a 4-course dinner beginning with appetizers at 5 p.m. and a show bringing Nevada history alive with character actress Kim Harris portraying infamous Virginia City prostitute Julia Bulette.
We also have over 25 auction items featuring golf, fishing, coins, home decor, US capital flag, choice of downtown restaurants, and two gourmet cooked meals exclusively for you and your friends.
Carson City's BAC to host World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra at Casino Fandango ballroom
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 10:48amThe Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1975, will bring the World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra for an intimate show at Casino Fandango’s new Grand Ballroom on March 13.
Happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 7:53amGood day Carson City and welcome to the middle of the work week. Today is Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019. We're looking at mostly sunny skies ahead today and for the remainder of the week, with highs in the low 50s today and warming into the mid 50s through Sunday.
NNDA to feature county leaders Wednesday at Business Edge talk in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 11:15amThe Northern Nevada Development Authority is beginning the new year by bringing county managers together for a morning talk about the present and future.
Happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Jan. 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/15/2019 - 2:58amGood morning Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019. There's a slight chance of snow before 10 a.m., then a chance of rain and snow later this afternoon. Expect mostly cloudy skies with a high near 43.
Carson City GOP Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/07/2019 - 1:47pmJoin the Carson City Republican Party for our Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 at the Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom.
Social Hour begins at 5 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. Guest Speaker: Character Actress Kim Copel-Harris of "Western History ALIVE!" will portray infamous Virginia City prostitute Julia Bulette and delve into her character's exciting and scandalous life.
Tickets: First 50 tickets: $45, 51-100, $55, all others, $65. To buy your tickets, go to our website www.carsoncitygop.org.
Senator Ben Kieckhefer to Speak at Carson City Republican Women's Luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/06/2019 - 11:06pmCarson City Republican Women welcome all members and guests to their first 2019 meeting to be held Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019 at the Grand Ballroom at Casino Fandango located at 3800 S. Carson Street. Our speaker for this month's meeting is State Senator Ben Kieckhefer, District 16. Senator Kieckhefer will address the dynamics of the new political situation in our state and what it will mean for public policy.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 5
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/04/2019 - 7:51pmLet's hear it for the first weekend of the new year, because it won't happen again for another 12 months.
The first weekend of 2019 also means the first Saturday of the month, which is the day of the Downtown Business Association Monthly Wine Walk in downtown Carson City, come rain, snow, wind or shine.
That's a good thing, too, because this weekend will likely have all of that.
What's happening around Carson City on Dec. 31, New Year's Eve
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/30/2018 - 10:33pmHello Carson City. The final day of 2018 arrives with crisp and cold conditions outside, a reminder that winter has finally dug in. Are you ready for 2019? Whether your plans are to venture out to a bevy of parties and celebrations around town tonight, or plan to stay at home, we wish you a safe and Happy New Year.
Carson City New Years Eve Festivities
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/29/2018 - 12:56pmEvents planned for 2018's New Years Eve in Carson City. The list will be updated as new information becomes available.
Nevada DCFS in Carson City delivers Christmas wishes with Angel Tree
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/21/2018 - 3:56pmThe Christmas season can be difficult for children in foster care. For some, it may be the first Christmas not spent with their families. For others, it is just one more Christmas in the child welfare system.
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy concert was a harbinger of more live music from nonprofit/for-profit partnership in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 9:14amCarson City – Earlier in December on a snowy Tuesday night in Carson City, the band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy band rocked an enthusiastic audience of 450 people in Casino Fandango’s new grand ballroom and conference center. The concert was the result of a partnership between the nonprofit Brewery Arts Center (BAC) and the Casino Fandango and Convention Center in Carson City, and organizers are planning another show in March of 2019.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Dec. 18
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 6:04pmDeer are more visible in Carson City this time of year, but it's not because Santa Claus is coming to town exactly one week from now.
Carson City Republican Women's Club to host installation dinner
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/09/2018 - 11:26pmThe 2018 Installation Dinner for the Carson City Republican Women's Club will be held Tuesday, Dec. 18 at the Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. with a sit down dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets for this event are $40 each which include appetizers, salad, entree of salmon and a beef filet, vegetables, dessert and choice of beverages. There will be a cash bar available.