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Families enjoy holiday weekend on V&T, steam trains between Carson City and Virginia City
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/29/2010 - 3:44pmBack on the tracks again, the V&T Railroad kicked off Saturday with a near-sold out day, ample sunshine and a promising full-steam-ahead summer.
"We had a couple of seats left, with quite a few tickets sold for tomorrow," said Candy Duncan, executive director of the Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau. "Today went very smoothly and everyone was excited about going on that first ride of the season."
History of planet
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/27/2010 - 3:50amThe idea of planets has evolved over its history, from the divine wandering stars of antiquity to the earthly objects of the scientific age. The concept has expanded to include worlds not only in the Solar System, but in hundreds of other extrasolar systems. The ambiguities inherent in defining planets have led to much scientific controversy.
Nugget Project: The state lease process
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Mon, 05/24/2010 - 12:01pmObtaining leases from three state agencies has been cited by the people pushing the Nugget Project as a critical piece to its success.
But, there's been more than a little skepticism that the State of Nevada, staring down the barrel of a $3 billion deficit in its next budget, has any appetite for spending money it doesn't have to.
Hundreds turn out for Carson City Sheriff's Cops and Kids fair
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/22/2010 - 3:13pmCARSON CITY — Despite cool weather and Friday night's snow showers, hundreds of children and their parents turned out today for the seventh annual Cops and Kids Sheriff’s Open House safety, crime and substance abuse awareness fair held at the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
Hundreds turn out for Carson City Sheriff's Cops and Kids fair
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/22/2010 - 3:13pmCARSON CITY — Despite cool weather and Friday night's snow showers, hundreds of children and their parents turned out today for the seventh annual Cops and Kids Sheriff’s Open House safety, crime and substance abuse awareness fair held at the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
Carson City, Carson Valley swings into the Divine 9 golf season
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/22/2010 - 11:08amCourse improvements, packages, online accessibility and savings are springing up around the Carson City and Carson Valley’s Divine 9 Golf Courses.
Spring and summer golf excursions for individuals and groups to Nevada’s capital city and the High Sierra are convenient, fun and affordable with the co-op power of nine Carson City/Carson Valley golf courses and nine lodging properties.
Early voting starts tomorrow, but what's the rush?
Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/21/2010 - 5:40pmEarly voting opens tomorrow at the Carson City Courthouse. And while I voted on the first day last election, I'm waiting until June 1 this time. That is when the campaign finance reports come in. It will be interesting to see who is funding which candidates. We will be posting those reports on Carson Now when we get them for everyone to see. Also, before you vote, check out Our Town, where we have interviewed most of the candidates.
Conservative Candidates Challenge Moderates in Key GOP State Senate Primary Races
Submitted by on Fri, 05/21/2010 - 3:55pmPart 2 of a Series on Key GOP State Senate Primary Races
CARSON CITY – While Republican voters have a rare chance to chart the course of the GOP Senate caucus in the upcoming primary, the candidates described by some political observers as the establishment choice say they too are true fiscal conservatives who believe in core party values.
Angle Votes to Raise Legislative Pay Confirmed, Spokesperson Calls Lowden Attack Ad “Desperate”
Submitted by on Fri, 05/21/2010 - 1:39pmCARSON CITY – Republican U.S. Senate candidate Sue Lowden has a new ad attacking her GOP rival Sharron Angle over her past votes in the Nevada Legislature to raise lawmaker pay as the June 8 primary draws near and early voting is set to begin tomorrow.
Radio program looks to Nevada history as guide to the region's future
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/20/2010 - 7:05pmVIRGINIA CITY — Longtime Virginia City businessman Hugh Roy Marshall brings old cars, old wars and old warhorses to the Northern Nevada airwaves this Saturday, May 22.
Tales of Nevada Past and Present airs at 1 p.m. on 5,000-watt 1270-AM. The program is also available live to online listeners at www.KBZZ.com. The on-air call-in talk line is (775) 823-1920.
This week's featured players:
The old war horse: Veteran tourism media specialist Harry Spencer, a popular local columnist who specializes in stories of his first-hand knowledge of the golden age of Nevada gambling.
GOP Primary Voters Could Chart Course of State Senate, Nevada Legislature
Submitted by on Thu, 05/20/2010 - 1:29pmPart 1 of 2 on Five Key State Senate Races
CARSON CITY – Over the past several legislative sessions the state Senate Republican caucus has shown a willingness to work across the aisle with Democrats, with some GOP lawmakers voting more than once for tax increases as a way to balance the budget.
Live: Carson City Board of Supervisors, 8:30 a.m.
Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/20/2010 - 7:02amNevada Day, Inc. grand marshal announcement, ribbon cutting
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/19/2010 - 5:09pmJoin Nevada Day, Inc., for its official ribbon cutting ceremony and Grand Marshal announcement on Thursday, 5:30 p.m. at its new office located at 107 West Telegraph in Carson City. The event is sponsored by the Carson City Chamber of Commerce.
Nevada Day organizers name famed aviator Dick Rutan as Grand Marshal
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/19/2010 - 3:59pmWith its theme "100 Years of Aviation" Nevada Day Inc., has announced famed aviator Dick Rutan as this year's Grand Marshal for the Nevada Day Parade.
Lake Tahoe South Shore Summer Series launches June 10-13: UPDATED
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/19/2010 - 2:22pmLAKE TAHOE — The “South Shore Summer Series” launches the season with a weekend of live music, culinary delights, sternwheeler race, concerts and competitions stretching across the shore from Camp Richardson Resort on the west to Zephyr Cove on the east. Recognized for its combination of scenic beauty and outdoor recreation with value-added vacations, entertainment and dining options, Lake Tahoe dives into summer as the recently designated No. 2 Destination and No. 8 place in the U.S.
McInerney, Coronado win 4A state golf titles
Submitted by on Tue, 05/18/2010 - 10:43pmAfter coming up short on the last day last year, A.J. McInerney and the Coronado Cougars emerged with top honors from the NIAA 4A State Boys Golf Championships on Tuesday in Las Vegas.
Supervisor candidate forum tonight at Carson City Community Center
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/17/2010 - 1:37pmA candidates forum, hosted by the Carson City Arts and Culture Coalition, will be held tonight from 7 to 9 p.m., in the Sierra Room of the Carson City Community Center. Carson Now will have live coverage.
The forum is free and open to the public.
Bike to Work Week
Submitted by on Mon, 05/17/2010 - 11:08amby Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/05/17/bike_to_work_week Photo by Flickr user Jeff Moser / BikeCarson.com
Nevada Wolf Pack notebook: Barnett has huge day with bat, Works sixth at WAC Championships
Submitted by on Sun, 05/16/2010 - 5:28pmFormer Western Nevada College star Brian Barnett had his best day so far with the University of Nevada baseball team as the Wolf Pack rolled to an 11-0 win at Sacramento State on Sunday.
CSN too hot to handle for Wildcats
Submitted by on Sat, 05/15/2010 - 6:38pmThe Western Nevada College baseball team pounded out nine hits and held 17-year-old phenom Bryce Harper to a 1-for-5 day and struck him out three times.
So that led to another win over College of Southern Nevada, right? Not even close. CSN showed why its arguably the best team in the nation -- and possibly the deepest -- by beating WNC 9-2 on Saturday in the championship round of the Scenic West Athletic Conference postseason tournament in Henderson.
Senators one win away from state tournament berth
Submitted by on Fri, 05/14/2010 - 10:11pmRENO -- A long time has passed since the Carson High softball program reigned as a state champion in 1994 and won four successive zone tournament championships between 1995 and '98. And while the Senators still have a way to go before they return to that level, they are at least knocking on the door after splitting two games at the Northern 4A Regional Tournament on Friday afternoon.
Sales Tax Accidentally Raised by Legislators, Governor During Special Session
Submitted by on Fri, 05/14/2010 - 6:05amIn the waning hours of the special session this past February, legislators hurriedly introduced and passed Senate Bill 5, a bill intended, among other things, to remove the sunset on part of a half-percent sales tax passed in 2003.
Carson City girl shaken by bizarre attack at community center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/13/2010 - 11:55pmCARSON CITY — A 14-year-old Carson City girl who was taking a break from "The Sound of Music" rehearsals Thursday night at the Carson City Community Center, said she pushed away a man who "came out of nowhere" and jumped on top of her as stunned friends watched.
"I was kind of freaked out," the 14-year-old victim told Carson Now late Thursday night. "I just held my breath and pushed him off of me."
The unidentified man, who had led authorities on a car chase through town, was detained shortly after the attack by Carson City deputies. The incident began at about 8:30 p.m.
Deputies arrest man after chase through Carson City Community Center (UPDATED)
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/13/2010 - 9:06pmA man attempted to elude authorities tonight, driving his vehicle onto the lawn area of the Carson City Community Center, running through the building and then jumping on top of a 14-year-old girl before being detained by deputies.
The event happened at 8:32 p.m. when a justice court officer spotted the man driving erratically down Carson Street, nearly hitting a motorcyclist. The man was traveling at a high rate of speed and didn't stop, said Sgt. Mike Cullen.
Legislators Criticize Extension of Sales Tax Hike Without Voter Approval
Submitted by on Thu, 05/13/2010 - 5:22pmLegislators this week voiced objections to the passage of Senate Bill 5 during the 2010 special session, which lifted the sunset on a temporary sales tax increase that was passed by voters in 2002.
Democrat Lieutenant Governor Candidates Debate, Criticize GOP Incumbent and One Another
Submitted by on Thu, 05/13/2010 - 1:51pmRENO – One Democrat running for lieutenant governor criticized the GOP incumbent for being invisible in the job, and all three Democrat candidates appearing at a debate Wednesday evening took jabs at each other as the June 8 primary election day draws near.
Lance Ray has huge offensive day for Kentucky
Submitted by on Wed, 05/12/2010 - 9:31pmFormer Western Nevada College star Lance Ray continued his red hot streak with the best game of his young career so far at the University of Kentucky on Tuesday.
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Ray hit two home runs, but it wasn't enough for the Wildcats in a nonconference game at Indiana as Kentucky lost to the Hoosiers in Bloomington, Ind., 18-17 in 10 innings. Ray helped Kentucky build a 16-8 lead going into the bottom of the eighth inning, but Kentucky couldn't hold on.
Galena, Reno advance in region baseball tournament
Submitted by on Wed, 05/12/2010 - 9:19pmMINDEN -- They took different routes on Wednesday, but at the end of the day, the stage was set for a showdown between the Galena Grizzlies and Reno Huskies at the Northern 4A Regional Baseball Tournament.
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Submitted by on Wed, 05/12/2010 - 2:10pmMcCulloch 10th, Gingell finishes strong at regional golf tournament
Submitted by on Tue, 05/11/2010 - 10:30pmDespite coming up just short in their quest to extend the season one more week, Carson High's Colin McCulloch and Garrett Gingell still managed to finish strong at the Northern 4A Regional Boys Golf Tournament on Tuesday afternoon at Empire Ranch Golf Course.
In the process, they gained some valuable experience for the future.
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