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Holley Driggs Law Firm Promotes Three New Shareholders
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/06/2020 - 10:54amHolley, Driggs, Walch, Fine, Puzey, Stein & Thompson law firm proudly announces the promotion of three attorneys to shareholders from its Las Vegas and Reno offices. Effective Jan. 1, 2020, attorneys Andrea Gandara, Audrey Damonte and John Savage, join the Firm’s board of shareholders, offering a broad range of experience in bankruptcy, commercial litigation, administrative law, estate planning, probate and tax law.
Each have been key contributors to the Firm's continued growth, locally and across the region, with a dedication to strengthening its ongoing community endeavors.
Big changes ahead at Spooner Lake State Park with facility renovation, re-imagination
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/05/2020 - 1:07pmLAKE TAHOE, Nev. — Construction is set to begin in late May on the renovation and re-imagination of facilities at Spooner Lake State Park west of Carson City. A collaboration between Nevada State Parks, Nevada State Lands and the Tahoe Fund has been successful in securing funding and donations to complete plans for the 35-year-old park.
'Obviously terrifying' – what can be done to solve construction workforce woes across Northern ...
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/05/2020 - 11:41amMelissa Maguire, president of Carson City-based Smith Electric Company, said the lack of skill and interest is impacting their operations, as well.
Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss grant funding, new Search and Rescue vehicles and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/01/2020 - 12:04pmThe first Board of Supervisors meeting of February will take place on Feb. 6 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center located at 851 E. William Street.
On the docket for discussion is board appointments for wildlife management, a grant application for wildfire fuel reduction, vehicle donations, and more.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 7:45pmWith some clouds, sunshine and a weekend warmup ahead, going into the last Thursday of January brings a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, library activities, Pilates at the Brewery Arts Center, a South Carson Street pre-construction meeting at the Carson City Community Center that will be streamed live by going here. Plus Swing dancing at Sassafras. Read on for more.
Carson City sued for $15 million after it refuses to allow hemp-production in Buzzys Ranch area
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 1:10pmCarson City is at the center of a legal dispute following its refusal to allow hemp to be grown on property in the Buzzys Ranch area in East Carson City. Tahoe Hemp is suing for $15 million in damages citing the city broke its agreement with the Jarrard Family Trust, which gives rights to the family to use the property for agricultural purposes.
Single lane closures Thursday on U.S. 50 west of Dayton to fix barrier damaged in crash
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 11:28amCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will take place on eastbound U.S. 50 west of Dayton Jan. 30 as the Nevada Department of Transportation repairs parts of a roadway barrier damaged in a crash.
Nevada provides new way for employers to verify OSHA cards
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/28/2020 - 6:39pmEmployers in Nevada whose industries require employees to hold a valid OSHA construction or general industry card now have a new way to verify employee’s OSHA cards.
South Carson Street Project timeline, design plans to be highlighted at Thursday meeting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/27/2020 - 12:56pmThe South Carson Complete Streets Project design is complete, Carson City Public Works and the project contractor, Sierra Nevada Construction, Inc., will be hosting a pre-construction meeting to present the anticipated construction schedule and the completed project design.
Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell delivers his last ‘State of the City’ address
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 1:16pmDuring the annual “State of the City” address Friday at Gold Dust West, Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell gave his last speech of its kind, as he is retiring at the end of this year.
The State of the City address is a way community members can be kept up to date on everything going on in our capital city, including achievements, challenges, and everything in between.
Updates included achievements such as the completion of the water pipeline from Douglas County to Carson City, the Complete Streets Project, Tesla’s grant for the Carson City School District, the first new park opening in 12 years, the opening of the Disc Golf course, and more.
Carson City's Empire Ranch Trail, damaged in 2017 flood, temporarily closed for reconstruction project
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/23/2020 - 2:58pmThe Empire Ranch Trail between Riverview Park and Morgan Mill in Carson City is temporarily closed during reconstruction; the trail was damaged during flooding in 2017.
Meeting of Northern Nevada county managers highlights growth, housing and industry
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/22/2020 - 6:36pmCounty managers representing Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, Storey, Churchill and Mineral counties gathered Wednesday in Carson City as a part of Northern Nevada Development Authority's annual “State of the Counties” meeting.
Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range to close for construction beginning Jan. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 3:40pmThe Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range will be closed for construction starting Jan. 27, 2020. For safety reasons, all shooting activities, including reservations and public use, are canceled during construction. The construction schedule is anticipated to last approximately 10 weeks, although it will be contingent on weather conditions.
RHI Powder of Carson City expands powder coating burn off facility
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 12:48pmRHI Powder, a Carson City based company, announces the completion of the installation of its newest large scale burn off oven.
New leadership roles assigned for Carson City School Board, approved calendar
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 11:57amCarson City Sheriff's Office joins statewide effort to crack down on distracted driving
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/19/2020 - 11:03amDistracted driving is a leading cause of crashes and injury to both drivers and pedestrians. The Carson City Sheriff's Office is working together with other Nevada law enforcement agencies to be on the lookout for distracted drivers.
South Carson Street Pre-construction Meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/17/2020 - 1:33pmThe South Carson Complete Streets Project design is complete, Carson City Public Works and the project contractor, Sierra Nevada Construction, Inc., will be hosting a pre-construction meeting to present the anticipated construction schedule and the completed project design.
The meeting will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2020, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center, in the Sierra Room, located at 851 E. William St., Carson City.
Greenhouse Project dinner fundraiser, comedy, live music and more: Carson City region readies for upcoming weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 7:34pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. The Union will host a dining fundraiser for the Greenhouse Project on Friday, and artist Jakota Wass performs at Bella Vita Bistro. The 43rd annual Wild Sheep Show will be held at the Reno-Sparks Convention. Comedian Marc Yaffee headlines the Carson Comedy Club on Saturday with much more in store for the weekend! Read on for more information.
New events center, potential casino sale could boost prospects for South Tahoe market
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/04/2020 - 5:37pmSTATELINE — Mont Bleu, a resort that has gone by three names and had five owners in 41 years, is playing a central role in the future of the South Lake Tahoe gaming market.
Eldorado Resorts CEO Thomas Reeg said the Reno-based company will need to sell at least one of the three casinos it will own in Tahoe once a $17.3 billion merger/buyout of Caesars Entertainment is completed early next year.
Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range Closed January 3-17 for Maintenance
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/04/2020 - 12:40pmThe Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range will be closed from January 3-17, 2020, for lead reclamation operations. For safety reasons, all shooting activities, including reservations and public use, are canceled during construction.
Lead reclamation is an important environmental best practice for outdoor shooting ranges and is recommended by the National Rifle Association and the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
Carson City supervisors OK more than $800K in Rifle Range funding, could reopen 6 days a week
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/02/2020 - 3:27pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors approved more than $809,000 in funding for a contract between the City and Four Point Engineering to provide necessary safety improvements at the Rifle and Pistol Range during the first Supervisor’s meeting of 2020 Thursday.
Truck used in Dayton ATM theft located; suspect still at large
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/31/2019 - 2:30pmThe Lyon County Sheriff's Office announced they have located the truck involved in the most recent ATM burglary that occurred in Dayton last week, but the suspect is still at large.
Lyon County, Reno Police and FBI investigate recent rash of ATM thefts in Dayton, Reno
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 2:00pmThe Lyon County Sheriff's Office along with the Reno Police Department are investigating a potential connection between two recent burglary incidents in which two entire ATM machines were stolen from South Reno and Dayton.
According to Lyon County Sheriff's Office Detective Lieutenant Jerry Pattinson, the two local law enforcement agencies are looking into a concrete connection between the two offenses, and yesterday the FBI was on scene in Dayton.
The Lyon County Sheriff's Office released this statement regarding the crime yesterday:
Funding in upgrades at rifle and pistol range to be heard by Carson City supervisors
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/26/2019 - 6:26pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors will meet Thursday, Jan. 2 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Carson City Community Center located at 851 E. William Street. On the agenda is a discussion about funding allocations and a contract to upgrade the Rifle Range, plus board member commission appointments and more.
Whistle Stop Inn on N. Carson could become FISH transitional housing to help WNC students
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/26/2019 - 2:25pmThe Whistle Stop Inn on North Carson Street is the center point in a topic of discussion regarding transitional housing in Carson City. Friends in Service Helping, also known as FISH, along with a new program designed to lend a helping hand to qualifying individuals who want to better their lives, are now considering refurbishing the entire property.
Lyon County Sheriff's Office says ATM stolen at Dayton credit union
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/26/2019 - 1:32pmSometime around 2 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, one or more individuals stole a trailer containing a piece of construction equipment from the lot of a construction company in Lyon County. They drove the trailer to the Greater Nevada Credit Union in Dayton where they used the construction equipment to rip an ATM machine from the ground, placing it on the trailer.
Five Questions for Rick Cooley, Operations Manager of Public Works for Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/20/2019 - 12:50pmOn this iteration of Carson Now's Five Questions, we speak with Rick Cooley, P.E., Operations Manager for Carson City's Public Works, and gives his two cents on challenges the City faces, upcoming projects, funding, and more.
Read 'Letters to Santa' from local children
Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 7:11pmRead the entries from this year's Letters to Santa, turned in by local children at the Homestead Holidays event last weekend.
Click on the links below to read the letters.
Letters to Santa is sponsored by:
- Capital Glass
- Carson City Culture and Tourism Authority
- Carson Now
- Lumos & Associates
- Miles Construction
- Allison MacKenzie, ltd.
- Firehouse Subs
- Q&D Construction
- Western Nevada Supply
- Resource Concepts, Inc.
- Quickspace
- Visiting Angels
News: Manhard Consulting hires new CFO
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 1:38pmLINCOLNSHIRE, IL and Carson City, NV – National civil engineering and surveying firm Manhard Consulting has hired Bradley Dalbec to serve as their Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Dalbec will report to CEO Don Manhard and will oversee Manhard Consulting’s accounting, financial analysis and reporting, strategic planning, payroll, and tax functions.
“Brad brings great industry experience to his new role with us,” said Don Manhard, Jr., President and CEO. “He understands our business, is proactive in his approach, and provides valuable insight into how to best manage the organization.”