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Free 'ABCs of Medicare' educational seminar in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 09/02/2017 - 7:35amThose getting ready to turn 65 years of age will have the opportunity to learn from local experts at the "ABCs of Medicare" seminar held Wednesday, Sept. 13 at 10 a.m. at 911 Topsy Lane, Suite 230 in South Carson City.
NDOT: Kingsbury Grade drainage work to bring lane closures through 2018
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/01/2017 - 10:09amThe Nevada Department of Transportation will begin a project Sept. 11 to enhance roadway drainage pipes on Kingsbury Grade, State Route 207.
News Brief: Nevada State Contractors Board
Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/31/2017 - 5:33pmMichael D. Bell, DBA: Golden Bear Construction, a residential and small commercial contractor based in Carson City, was found in violation for acting ...
Vice President Pence, Sen. Ted Cruz cancel Saturday's Basque Fry due to Hurricane Harvey
Submitted by editor on Fri, 08/25/2017 - 11:52amWith Hurricane Harvey to make landfall along the Texas coast Friday night and Saturday morning, Vice President Pence and Sen. Ted Cruz have canceled Saturday's Basque Fry in Gardnerville.
Just Ask Who Carson City: Museum lecture focuses on owls
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/14/2017 - 11:10amCARSON CITY — Nevadans might be surprised to know their state is home to nearly a dozen species of owl, including the great horned owl – the largest nocturnal bird of prey in the state. Owls occupy a variety of habitats throughout Nevada but are seldom seen by the public because much of their activity occurs at night.
Nevada second state to have ESSA plan approved by U.S. Department of Education
Submitted by editor on Sun, 08/13/2017 - 8:20amCARSON CITY, Nev. – Betsy DeVos, U.S. Secretary of Education informed Gov. Brian Sandoval Wednesday that Nevada’s Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) plan has been approved – the second state to receive federal approval. The approval is the culmination of 20 months of stakeholder engagement to craft a plan by Nevadans and for Nevadans.
Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents D.O.A.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 4:20amThe Carson City Classic Cinema Club will present the film "D.O.A" at a Sept. 5 showing at the Brewery Arts Center. Small-town accountant Frank Bigelow goes to San Francisco for a week's fun After a night on the town, doctors tell him he's been given a "luminous toxin" with no antidote.
Honor Flight Nevada hosts annual Kilroy Klassic Golf Tournament
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/02/2017 - 1:13pmHonor Flight Nevada is holding our fundraising golf tournament, hosted by The Club at Arrow Creek, August 27, 2017. Registration starts at 8:30 am and play begins at 10:00 am. Entry fee includes green fees, cart, shirt, raffle ticket, continental breakfast, lunch and lots of fun.
Man who stalked Carson City judge sentenced to prison on weapon charges
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/02/2017 - 10:01amThe man accused of firing shots into the home of Carson City Judge John Tatro, and later attempting to firebomb his residence, was sentenced to prison Tuesday following his conviction on felony weapons charges from 2011.
Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Man booked on felony child abuse, strangulation
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 07/29/2017 - 1:19pmA Carson City man was taken into custody at 5 p.m. Friday at the Carson City Sheriff's Office for multiple felony offenses, a Sheriff's deputy said, including child abuse and domestic battery with strangulation.
Carson City Library selected for national NASA@ My Library STEM programming initiative
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/21/2017 - 2:56pmCarson City Library has been selected through a competitive application process to be part of NASA@ My Library, an initiative to engage public audiences nationwide in informal and lifelong learning with the excitement of NASA exploration and discovery.
Chautauqua of Theodore Roosevelt at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/19/2017 - 1:51pmDoug Mishler will portray former President of the United States “Theodore Roosevelt”, at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, July 26, at 6:30 pm.
History made with Mark Mulder win at 2017 American Century Championship
Submitted by editor on Sun, 07/16/2017 - 7:05pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 28th annual American Century Championship is in the books, and former Major League Baseball pitcher Mark Mulder won for the third straight year, the first three-peat at the celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe.
Chili cooks compete in Carson City on behalf of veterans
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 07/08/2017 - 12:11pmTwo dozen competitive chili cooks armed with ladels and their top-secret recipes stormed the front lawn of Glen Eagles Restaurant Saturday morning to tempt the palates of guests attending the annual High Sierra and Nevada Capitol Regional Chili Cook Off.
Thursday, July 6: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 07/06/2017 - 4:59amAnd just like that, it’s almost the weekend. Karaoke at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar takes over their patio- a perfect place to enjoy a cocktail and sing a little song. Enjoy live music, a good drink and yummy food at Living the Good Life. Show off your chrome at the Silver Dollar Cruise Night – this week you meet up at the Courtyard by Marriot next to the Casino Fandango. If you love your chopper, then Bike Night at Battle Born Harley Davidson is your best bet to get the party started.
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Flavorful Carson City weekend ahead with Honor Flight Nevada Regional Chili Cookoff, Craft Fair
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/05/2017 - 1:39pmA July favorite with a dash of all the right spices arrives in Carson City this weekend when Honor Flight Nevada hosts its annual High Sierra and Nevada Capitol Regional Chili Cook Off at Glen Eagles Restaurant this Saturday and Sunday, from 11 a.m- 5 p.m.
Pet owners urged to keep their pooches inside during Carson City fireworks show
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/04/2017 - 10:31amWhile thousands will gather Tuesday night at Mills Park in Carson City to watch the 4th of July fireworks display, the Nevada Humane Society urges pet owners to keep their furry friends away from the thunderous booms and flashing sparks of rockets shot into the air.
Fireworks can be quite overwhelming, and possibly hazardous and even life-threatening to pets, according to the Nevada Humane Society.
Equestrienne Samantha Szeciorka to speak on her 'Nevada Discovery Ride'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 07/02/2017 - 3:41pmEquestrienne Samantha Szeciorka will speak on her latest “Nevada Discovery Ride” on Sunday, July 9, at 10:00 am at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park. This presentation is free.
Equestrienne Samantha Szeciorka to speak on her "Nevada Discovery Ride"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/29/2017 - 4:03pmEquestrienne Samantha Szeciorka will speak on her latest “Nevada Discovery Ride” on Sunday, July 9, at 10:00 am at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park. This presentation is free.
NDOT Cave Rock tunnel extension project at Tahoe recognized with transportation award
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/29/2017 - 9:32amThe Nevada Department of Transportation’s U.S. 50 Cave Rock tunnel extension project, which completed ahead of schedule last year, has been recognized with an America’s Transportation Award.
Aces baseball recap: Tacoma rallies in 6th inning, crush Reno 13-6
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/23/2017 - 10:32pmAfter a 4-3 comeback victory, the Reno Aces and Tacoma Rainiers faced off Friday for the second time in the four game series.
South Carolina-5 special election sent a powerful message
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/22/2017 - 10:03amThe Georgia-6 special election turned out to be a media headfake. Karen Handel, the former Republican Secretary of State with universal name recognition in a deep red district, eeked out a 3.2-point victory over Jon Ossoff, a 30-year-old Democrat with no experience in elective office and no prior name recognition, and who didn't even live in the district. This narrow victory was described as a "Democratic defeat," which is a little much considering that Georgia-6 has been Republican since the 1970's.
Concert Under the Stars 2017 to feature generous donations for annual auction
Submitted by editor on Sun, 06/18/2017 - 1:20pmThe live auction has become an integral and fun part of every evening during Concert Under the Stars, A Benefit for The Greenhouse Project, presenting The Family Stone, Lydia Pense and Cold Blood, Wednesday, July 12 at Brewery Arts Center, Carson City.
Journey of Hope cyclists bring message of disability awareness, acceptance to WNC event
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/16/2017 - 7:23pmAfter a 35 mile bike ride from Lake Tahoe, the Journey of Hope made a brief stop Friday at Western Nevada College in Carson City. A group of 29 cyclists from Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity were welcomed by dozens of volunteer organizations throughout the community.
Man accused of threatening Carson City judge found guilty on separate 2011 weapons charges
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/15/2017 - 12:59pmThe man accused of sending a Carson City judge threatening messages, shooting at and attempting to fire bomb his home, was convicted by jury Thursday in Carson City District Court of two felony weapons charges from 2011, said Carson City District Attorney Jason Woodbury.
Eyes on Carson City: Over the hump
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 06/14/2017 - 7:44pmAs capital city commuters wrapped up mid-week Wednesday afternoon, they were reminded by a neighbor that they are worth more than their work takes from them.
Eyes on Carson City: Nevada State Fair and Rendezvous are Battle Born
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 06/10/2017 - 10:00pmA major battle was fought Saturday night at Mills Park as Union and Confederate forces collided on the big field fronting William Street at the annual Nevada State Fair and Rendezvous in Carson City.
Honor Student Kira Costarella Nominated for The Congress of Future Medical Leaders in Boston, MA
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/10/2017 - 8:00amKira Costarella, a Douglas High School senior, is a Delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders in Lowell, MA on June 25-27, 2017. The Congress is an honors-only program for high school students who want to become physicians or go into medical research fields.
State of Nevada Career Fair Focuses on Veterans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/09/2017 - 3:43pmReno, NV – The state’s Veterans Coordinator is organizing a State of Nevada Career Fair which features employment opportunities and other resource information for Nevada Veterans, June 22, in Reno. Attendees will benefit from meeting representatives from the following state agencies to learn about jobs available and benefits of working in Nevada State Government:
Major surface work begins Monday on Jacks Valley Road
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 06/09/2017 - 1:41pmMajor work along Jacks Valley Road in Douglas County will begin Monday, June 12, following a week of equipment and utility preparation, Douglas County officials said.