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Fishing Report: Great fishing conditions across the board, more sites opening soon
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/06/2020 - 9:20amHello fellow anglers. I finally got out to do some serious fishing last weekend. Renee and I joined our friends Tom And Shelly Blotter at Bridgeport Reservoir.
The trip started out a little precarious. We arrived on Saturday afternoon to a steady 25 to 50 mph wind. Which kept us off the lake until Sunday.
Carson City's MAC reopens, Pool and Community Center scheduled to reopen June 8
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/05/2020 - 2:25pmRecreational facilities and services in Carson City are beginning to reopen under new provisions by Governor Sisolak’s Phase 2 directives.
The Multipurpose Athletic Center has reopened and the Carson City Aquatic Facility and Carson City Community Center are gearing towards reopening on Monday, June 8.
Carson City bar owners in a difficult decision, choosing their health or their business under Phase 2
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 06/04/2020 - 3:01pmOn Friday May 29, Carson City bars and pubs were allowed to reopen under the Governor’s Phase 2. While many rejoiced, it is also putting bar owners in a difficult position.
For many, securing emergency funds such as the Payment Protection Program (PPP) has been an ongoing struggle, and many small businesses have yet to see a dime despite months of shut down.
Hundreds return to work at Carson City's Casino Fandango
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/04/2020 - 9:46amCasino Fandango, the largest casino in Carson City, opened its doors at 8 a.m. today. As announced by Gov. Steve Sisolak, Phase 2 of Nevada's Roadmap to Recovery allows gaming to resume Thursday.
Nevada's economy was one of the most affected in the country during the COVID-19 pandemic; the initial reopening of Casino Fandango means that over 350 team members are able to go back to work and provide for their families.
Graduation parade routes in Douglas County announced for Carson Valley and Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/02/2020 - 9:00amThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will facilitate road closures and procession routes area graduates will take during high school commencement ceremonies through the Carson Valley this Saturday and at Lake Tahoe on June 19. Please remember the streets will be closed to traffic at approximately 8:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Detours around the parade routes will be available and are listed in detail below.
Carson City's Second Wind Thrift Store slated to reopen Tuesday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/01/2020 - 12:55pmCARSON CITY — After being closed over two and a half months due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Second Wind Thrift Store will reopen on Tuesday, June 2. Everything that you have come to enjoy about shopping at Second Wind will be the same including the great customer service and unmatched treasures.
Wells Fargo Foundation grant helps WNC students during health crisis
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/01/2020 - 11:32amLike millions of college students across the country, Western Nevada College students have faced rapid change as they’ve quickly adjusted to learning remotely. In March, WNC responded immediately to threats posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
South Carson Street Project report for week of June 1-5; roundabout install begins
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/31/2020 - 2:57pmSNC crews are preparing the roundabout installment phase of the South Carson Street project. Stewart Street in Carson City will be closed to southbound traffic with detours at Little to Roop to Fairview, the closure will remain all week. Stewart Street will be open to northbound traffic only.
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Campgrounds to Open in Nevada Today, Saturday, May 30
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/30/2020 - 11:08amThe Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest will open its Nevada campgrounds under Governor’s Sisolak reopening directives for Phase 2 of Nevada’s Roadmap to Recovery, beginning this Saturday, May 30.
Group campsites, group day use areas, and visitor centers in Nevada are still closed. In alignment with State of California guidance, Forest campgrounds and group day use areas in California remain closed.
Carson City Parks and Recreation announces tentative reopening plans of Pool, MAC, and more under Phase 2
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/29/2020 - 2:47pmThe Carson City Parks and Recreation Department announced it is planning on reopening certain recreational facilities under Phase 2, with tentative dates announced for the beginning of June. These dates are all tentative, and may change as additional information becomes available.
Carson City local businesses prepare for opening under Governor's 'Phase 2' mandate
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/29/2020 - 2:00pmWhile Phase 2 is allowing for more businesses to open, the language of the mandate is leaving some businesses confused, while others have already begun planning their reopening this weekend.
Douglas re-opens park facilities, skate park, horseshoe pits, hard ball courts
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/28/2020 - 12:12pmMINDEN — Effective May 27, 2020 in response to Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak’s announcement of our entering Phase 2 of COVID- 19 recovery, Douglas County Community Services is has reopened park facilities including the skate park, horseshoe pits and hard ball courts.
Gaming Control Board releases updated policy guiding Nevada casino reopenings
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/27/2020 - 3:40pmResorts must check guests’ temperature upon arrival or have a medical professional on property at all times and require guests to complete a symptom self-assessment, according to an updated policy released Wednesday by the Nevada Gaming Control Board as casinos gear up for reopening.
Nevada State Parks to allow camping with some restrictions beginning Friday under Phase 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/27/2020 - 11:06amOvernight camping at Nevada State Parks will be allowed with capacity restrictions under the governor's reopening directives for Phase 2, beginning this Friday, May 29.
Keep Tahoe bears wild: Public urged to practice social distancing, proper food and garbage storage
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/27/2020 - 7:53amLate Spring is in full swing in the Tahoe Basin and Tahoe black bears are searching for food. Intentional or unintentional feeding of bears results in unwanted bear behaviors, increased human-bear conflicts, and public safety issues as well as fines and possible jail time for violators.
Businesses including bars, gyms and churches can reopen Friday as Nevada moves into ‘Phase 2’
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/27/2020 - 3:55amNevada will move into Phase 2 of its reopening plan on Friday amid downward trends in COVID-19 positivity test rates and hospitalizations — a transition that will allow additional venues including churches, gyms and bars to reopen.
South Carson Street, Carson City area road report for the week of May 25-31
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/24/2020 - 3:24pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 25-31, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, see CarsonProud.com.
Fishing Report: Spring Fishing has begun, Lakes and Campgrounds beginning to open
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/22/2020 - 11:12amHello fellow anglers, welcome to Memorial weekend. As many of you know, Inyo County is closed to fishing until June 1st. But on May 22 the Mono County Board of Supervisors wrote a letter to the CDFW director Charles H Bonham, requesting the reopening of fishing season earlier then their previous request. As of May 23rd, Mono County is now open for the 2020 fishing season, right along Alpine County that opened on May 15th.
For those that will be getting out, Alpine County is open for fishing throughout the county.
Here's a look at when and how Nevada casinos plan to reopen
Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 10:43amAlthough most retail businesses in the state were allowed to open May 9 to in-person service with extra precautions as part of the state’s “Phase 1” reopening, casino resorts were noticeably excluded.
Nevada land managers urge outdoor enthusiasts to be safe, mindful over Memorial weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 9:48amAs public lands and recreational areas begin to gradually reopen in Nevada, public officials are reminding residents and visitors to recreate responsibly by continuing to take precautions to stop the spread of COVID-19. With the Memorial Day weekend approaching, it is critical for everyone to practice responsible recreation to protect themselves and others in accordance with Gov. Sisolak’s Stay Safe to Stay Open initiative.
Nevada DMV re-opening date forthcoming, offices to have limited services for first 30 days
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 9:24amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles is preparing to reopen after shutting down on March 16, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, a reopening date has not been set. All full-service DMV offices remain closed.
Heavenly Village to re-open at South Tahoe for Memorial weekend, tourism travel still not allowed
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/20/2020 - 1:25pmHeavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe is reopening over the Memorial Day weekend and having a four-day locals-emphasis celebration after being closed since March due to the coronavirus pandemic. The event has been scaled back from previous years as city and state officials grapple with phase 2 reopening, which allows second-home property owners living outside the area to return to the California side of South Lake Tahoe, but not allowing for non-essential travel and visitors.
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest campgrounds to remain closed over Memorial weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 11:05amThe Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest will not open its campgrounds, group day use sites, and visitor centers in Nevada over the Memorial Day weekend. At this time, these same facilities are closed on the California portion of the Forest, but this could change based on state and county reopening plans.
Carson High School seniors earn more than $1 million in scholarships
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/18/2020 - 9:45amNearly 70 Carson High School seniors were recognized Thursday night for collectively earning more than $1 million in scholarships (a number that will continue to rise). Their accomplishments were celebrated in a virtual awards ceremony, Thursday, May 14, which highlighted the academic success of the Class of 2020.
Ash Canyon Road trailhead reopened for motorized use
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/18/2020 - 9:18amThe gate on Ash Canyon Road, located at the trailhead to the Ash to Kings Trail in Ash Canyon, is now open, Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space announced Monday.
OUR Center to Honor Outstanding LGBTQ+ Community Efforts at ‘Milk Made’ Awards
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/18/2020 - 8:44amOUR Center — a local nonprofit providing the Northern Nevada LGBTQ+ community access to support, resources, educational programs and more — will recognize the exceptional efforts that members of the community make in support of Northern Nevada GLBTQA (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Ally) rights at the Harvey Milk Day & Milk Made Awards.
South Carson Street, Carson City area road report for week of May 18-24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 1:02pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 18-24, 2020. For information on lane restrictions and street closures related to the South Carson Street Project, visit CarsonProud.com.
Carson Ridge Disc Golf Park closed Mondays for maintenance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 11:15amBeginning May 18, 2020, Carson Ridge Disc Golf Park will be closed on Mondays for a course maintenance day. During the closure, volunteers will be working on general maintenance to the tee pads, trails, baskets and course clean up.
Senator Square: Carson High School Class of 2020 yearbook has arrived
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 8:03amEditor’s Note: Patt Quinn-Davis is adviser for the Carneta yearbook. She wrote this letter to CHS staff members to share the challenges she and her student staff faced in finishing this year’s carneta. Quinn-Davis also teaches Honors American Literature and English IV.
Nevada State Bank Secured Approval For 4200+ PPP Loans, Helping Northern Nevada Businesses And NonProfits
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/15/2020 - 4:27pmRENO - Based on processed applications as of May 13, 2020, Nevada State Bank has announced approval for 4,255 U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans totaling $592,005,500.
More than 68% of the loans were made to businesses with fewer than 10 employees and approximately 82% of the loans approved were for amounts less than $150,000 (57% for amounts less than $50,000). The funding will help preserve payrolls for 65,607 Nevada jobs, based on applicant data.