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Carson City development to add homes, retail and office space to heart of downtown
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Sun, 11/26/2017 - 11:12amConstruction continues on the much anticipated mixed-use project headed by the Hop and Mae Adams Foundation in Carson City’s downtown historic district.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada break ground on new entrance, Lowe’s and local donors, partner for construction
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Thu, 11/16/2017 - 12:06pmCARSON CITY — With rain pounding outside, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada broke ground inside on its new controlled entry on Thursday, Nov. 16, located at 1870 Russell Way in Carson City.
Kinkead Building demolition continues in Carson City: Top story sits upon mostly empty frame
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Wed, 11/15/2017 - 10:05amThe demolition of the Kinkead building at 505 East King Street in Carson City continues. The demolition contract was awarded to local contractor Advance Installations, Inc. A high reach demolition excavator and Bobcat front loaders have been gutting the inside of the building from the bottom up, according to Deputy Public Works Administrator Chris Chimits.
NDOT finishes Highway 50 season improvements near Cave Rock at Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/14/2017 - 6:52pmThe Nevada Department of Transportation has wrapped up this season’s construction to reinforce a destabilized roadside slope on U.S. Highway 50 near Cave Rock at Lake Tahoe. Final construction will resume in the spring.
20 Years in the Making: Carson City's new Classy Seconds thrift store opens Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/08/2017 - 11:54amAfter 20 years in the making, Advocates to End Domestic Violence will open its new 14,000 square foot Classy Seconds Thrift shop operation this Saturday, Nov. 11.
Notorious and condemned: Kinkead Building demolition underway after years sitting empty
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Tue, 11/07/2017 - 3:08pmDemolition of the much reviled Kinkead Building at 505 East King Street in Carson City is currently underway.
Carson City weather: Windy conditions, slight chance of rain late Wednesday into Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/07/2017 - 1:44pmThe next in a series of storms should arrive in the Carson City region Wednesday bringing more in the way of wind rather than significant amounts of valley rain or Sierra snow, according to the National Weather Service.
Overhaul planned for Battle Born Hall museum exhibit at Nevada State Capitol
Submitted by editor on Sat, 10/28/2017 - 2:23pmCARSON CITY — Battle Born Hall, the museum exhibit inside the old Senate chambers on the second floor of the Nevada State Capitol, is closing its doors Nov. 1 for a major renovation.
18th annual pancake breakfast fundraiser to be held on Nevada Day
Submitted by editor on Thu, 10/26/2017 - 3:39pmCARSON CITY, Nev. - The Nevada Builders Alliance Women’s Council will hold its 18th Annual Pancake Breakfast at Red’s Old 395 Grill in Carson City on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 6 to 9:30 a.m.
Carson City Aquatic Facility to close for repairs
Submitted by editor on Thu, 10/26/2017 - 3:32pmCarson City is dedicated to re-investing in its parks infrastructure. As part of this on-going effort, the roof at the Carson Aquatic Facility is being replaced and has been under construction for several weeks.
Downtown Carson City shops open for Friday 'Passport' celebration
Submitted by editor on Tue, 10/24/2017 - 5:36pmDowntown Carson City businesses will once again open their doors for the second annual Passport to Downtown on Friday.
John Bullis column: Thoughts on Proposed Tax Law Changes
Submitted by editor on Tue, 10/24/2017 - 9:00amWill Congress change the tax laws? When will they send the proposed changes to the President? Will he sign it and have the laws changed? I don’t know, but perhaps you should not ‘hold your breath’ waiting for it to happen. Of course the tax laws are too complicated and it is too expensive to prepare the returns.
Northbound US 395 to I-580 Carson City freeway ramp closed Tuesday for sign update
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/23/2017 - 12:50pmCARSON CITY, Nev. – The northbound U.S. Highway 395 ramp to Interstate 580 Carson City Freeway will be closed Tuesday for installation of updated roadway signage.
Carson City to repair flood damaged trails
Submitted by editor on Thu, 10/19/2017 - 2:28pmThe extensive flooding Carson City experienced last January has caused a lot of damage to trails throughout the city. Because of this, city staff has been working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on repairing and mitigating damage to the City’s trail system.
Thank You Carson City: 16th Stroke to Help golf tournament was a big success
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/17/2017 - 10:18amSoroptimist International of Carson City wishes to thank all the sponsors, donors and each and every one of the 51 loyal members of our community who played in the 16th Annual Stroke to Help golf tournament making it the success it was.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada Luau nets record 17 percent of 2017 operating costs
Submitted by editor on Thu, 10/12/2017 - 12:50pmThe 24th annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada Luau, the Club’s main fundraiser of the year, collected approximately 17 percent of its overall operating costs for the organization’s Carson City and Carson Valley locations. The event featured live music, dinner and no-host bar along with both live and silent auctions.
Carson City community radio sets up shop at historic Adams House
Submitted by editor on Mon, 10/09/2017 - 10:44amWith its new studio and offices now secured at the historic Adams House on Minnesota Street, Carson City Community Radio KNVC 95.1 may be ready for live broadcasts from the capital city sometime in November or December of this year, station management said Monday.
WNC Celebrates Opening of New Industrial Technology Lab Made Possible by NV Energy
Submitted by editor on Fri, 10/06/2017 - 2:13pmStudents and local manufacturers will reap the benefits as the new Industrial Technology Lab opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday at Western Nevada College.
Collapsed building from snow load at South Lake Tahoe getting new roof and new look
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/06/2017 - 1:59pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Work crews have been busy at the historic Pioneer Center on Harrison Avenue where a roof collapsed on Jan. 23, flooding out the liquor store and thrift shop beneath it.
Thursday, Oct. 5: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 8:12amIt’s hard to see straight when the weekend approaches. The Downtown Business Association hosts their monthly wine walk on Saturday, but that is just the tip of the fun-time iceberg. Due Sorella, also known as Two Sisters, welcomes their annual Autumn Vintage Faire to the large parking lot behind them and the Airstreams on Main event brings shiny trailer nostalgia with them. Join the Annual Candlelight Vigil for Domestic Violence Awareness at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center this evening – just remember to bring a jacket, it’s getting chilly once the sun goes down.
Pioneer High School students attend construction career expo
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/29/2017 - 3:14pmThe need and value of a career in building trades is a bit clearer for the twelve Pioneer High School students.
On September 28th, they attended the Construction Career Day Expo at the Reno Events Center with staff from Pioneer High School.
Carson City's RCM Realty Group acquires Bradway Properties
Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/28/2017 - 11:04amRCM Realty Group, a Carson City based, privately owned company, announced it has acquired the real estate sales operations of Bradway Properties, also in Carson City, on Sept. 26 as the latest piece in its planned expansion.
WNC to present open house, job fair and ribbon-cutting ceremony
Submitted by editor on Wed, 09/20/2017 - 3:16pmA great opportunity for current students and prospective ones to cultivate a future in Career and Technical Education will be on Thursday, Oct. 5 at Western Nevada College.
Unclaimed remains of 27 veterans to receive a military funeral in Fernley
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/20/2017 - 1:48pmOn Friday, Sept. 22, 2017 the remains of 27 veterans will finally receive the military burial and honor they were promised through their service in the U.S. Armed Forces. The service will be held beginning at 2 p.m. at the Northern Nevada State Veterans Cemetery, located at 14 Veterans Way, in Fernley, Nev. The public is invited to attend.
Detour in place this weekend for USA Parkway Interstate ramp improvements
Submitted by editor on Wed, 09/20/2017 - 9:32amTraffic detours will be in place this weekend on the USA Parkway to Interstate 80 ramps as part of a Nevada Department of Transportation project to restripe the ramps for enhanced traffic safety and flow.
Carson City Aquatic Center to close its therapy pool in October for repairs
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 4:04pmThe Carson City Aquatic Center will be completing some needed maintenance on the roof of the facility. The floods earlier this year caused some leaks in various locations of the facility and the Parks and Recreation Department is working on getting the repairs completed before another winter season.
Stewart Indian School annual Powwow recognized with national award
Submitted by editor on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 6:52pmThe Stewart Indian School Father's Day Powwow often stands out to attendees by the setting alone. “It’s a beautiful campus with multicolored stone buildings as well as the the grassy field,” said Sherry Rupert, executive director of the Nevada Indian Commission. “That’s a big attraction because most powwows are held in dirt or in parking lots.”
RTP prepares to reopen thermoplastics plant in Dayton
Submitted by editor on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 2:49pmDAYTON, Nev. – RTP Company, a global manufacturer of thermoplastic molding compounds, is preparing to reopen its Dayton facility, which has sat largely empty since the company shuttered the plant in 2001. The plant is scheduled to open near the end of 2017.
NDOT opens USA Parkway Extension 3 months ahead of schedule
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/08/2017 - 2:22pmThe Nevada Department of Transportation opened the USA Parkway extension at noon Sept. 8. At noon Friday, access from both ends of the USA Parkway opened, allowing drivers to travel the 18-plus-mile roadway extension between I-80 west of Fernley and U.S. 50 near Silver Springs.
Carson Valley home construction on the rise
Submitted by admin on Sun, 09/03/2017 - 9:18pmThrough July 31 of this year, there were 74 new home starts in the Carson Valley part of Douglas County, as well ... It's the same story in Carson City.