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Suspect in Gardnerville, Reno murders allegedly sold property of victims at pawn shops
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 6:55pmThe 19-year-old man arrested in connection with the murder of two Gardnerville woman and an elderly Reno couple earlier this month had allegedly pawned several items stolen from the victims at Carson City pawn shops, according to a criminal complaint filed in Carson City Justice Court.
Screenwriting 101 (A one-day workshop with Award-Winning Screenwriter Sean Mick)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 6:53amThis intensive eight hour seminar covers all aspects of the screenwriter’s craft. Beginners will learn the tools needed to write their first screenplay. Advanced writers will increase their skills and gain valuable insights into the writing process.
Sean Mick studied filmmaking, history, and analysis at Sonoma State University in Northern California, then continued his training through seminars with some of the best screenwriting “gurus” in Hollywood, including Robert McKee.
Nevada Lore Series: Abe Curry and the Founding of Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/17/2019 - 11:44amPeople, even Nevadans themselves, often ask why Carson City is our beloved capital. It does seem odd, when you look at the “City,” half rural, half town. Reno has more than double our population, and Las Vegas even more. During the Comstock Boom, Virginia City was arguably the largest, most profitable city in the state.
So how did little Carson City become the central legislative hub of Nevada?
Wild West 2019 on the Comstock: Virginia City special event tickets now available
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/10/2019 - 11:08amVirginia City is known for two things: mining history and quirky, off-the-wall events. In 2019, those two things are joined together with the announcement of the historic Nevada town’s annual special events lineup and online ticket sales.
Comstock pioneer Mackay subject of January museum lecture in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/07/2019 - 3:06pmCARSON CITY— If the definition of America as “the land of opportunity” needed a singular story to illustrate it, John Mackay’s would be a likely choice and 19th Century Nevada the perfect backdrop.
Column: What 2019 means to history
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/05/2019 - 2:27pmWhile no one can truly know the future, the year 2019 is going to be full of notable anniversaries commemorating events significant to history. Some we celebrate, others we mourn or memorialize. Some are remembered fondly, others with grief.
Here is a look at some of the more profound anniversaries we will observe this year:
Nevada Lore Series: Walker Lake's famed sea monster, Cecil the Serpent
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/03/2019 - 9:20pmLegend tells of a terrifying monster that is supposed to reside in the depths of Walker Lake who has been sighted for centuries. For years, Cecil even had his own float in the Nevada Day Parade.
The legend of Cecil seems to have been first written down in the early-to-mid 1800s, when Nevada was first being explored by white settlers looking to spread out and maybe try their hand at finding gold or homesteading.
Carson City mayor Bob Crowell to present State of City address
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/03/2019 - 11:18amMayor Robert Crowell will be addressing the citizens of Carson City on Wednesday, Jan. 30 to highlight all that has been done by the various city departments in 2018 and what can be expected to be started or completed in 2019 in this “city on the move."
Daryl Dragon, half of pop duo 'Captain and Tennille' and former Washoe Valley resident dies
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/02/2019 - 4:21pmDaryl Dragon, who was half of the soft pop rock duo “The Captain and Tennille” along with then-wife Toni Tennille, producing hits such as "Muskrat Love" and "Love with Keep us Together" and at one time lived in Washoe Valley north of Carson City with Tennille, died in Arizona on Wednesday. He was 76.
NHP asks for public's help in locating hit and run suspect
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/01/2019 - 10:25amThe Nevada Highway Patrol is asking for the public's help in locating the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that happened Monday in Reno.
What's happening around Carson City for Tuesday, Jan. 1, New Year's Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/01/2019 - 8:04amHello Carson City. Welcome to the first day of the year, Jan. 1, 2019. Here's wishing you the happiest, healthiest and best of a new year ahead. Expect sunny skies and cold temperatures today, with a high near 30. Wednesday will warm up a bit to the low 40s.
Senator Square: Carson High's NJROTC 2018-19 CyberPatriot teams advance to state round
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/30/2018 - 4:24amEditor’s Note: CHS Chief Dan Ingram is head of the Naval Science Department at Carson High School. Here is his report: Established by the Air Force Association in 2009, the CyberPatriot National Youth Cyber Education Program is designed to excite, educate, and motivate students toward careers in cybersecurity and other science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines critical to our nation’s future.
Historic coin press in Carson City runs last minting of 2018
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/28/2018 - 6:58pmOperators of the historic Coin Press No. 1 inside Carson City's Nevada State Museum began striking silver medallions Friday with a commemorative Abraham Curry design created just for the occasion.
Nevada State Museum in Carson City will strike Curry medallion this Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/25/2018 - 11:10amThe Nevada State Museum tips its hat to a seminal figure in the city’s history and continues its months-long celebration leading up to the 150th anniversary of the opening of the Carson City U.S. Branch Mint with this month’s medallion minting on Historic Coin Press No. 1.
Nevada DCFS in Carson City delivers Christmas wishes with Angel Tree
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/21/2018 - 2:56pmThe Christmas season can be difficult for children in foster care. For some, it may be the first Christmas not spent with their families. For others, it is just one more Christmas in the child welfare system.
Woman arrested Wednesday after stabbing family member last Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/20/2018 - 11:22amA Carson City woman was arrested in the 3700 block of Tuolumne Street on the charges of felony battery with a deadly weapon, felony assault with a deadly weapon, and felony burglary.
On Saturday morning, unites were dispatched to the area in regards to a stabbing that had just occurred. While on route, dispatch advised that a woman reported her brother-in-law’s wife, Stephanie Ross, attacked her with a knife. The woman said she had been stabbed in the hand and that she barricaded herself in the bedroom.
Carson City Re-designated a Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/18/2018 - 8:35amThe League of American Bicyclists has re-designated Carson City with a Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award, joining 464 recognized BFCs and nearly 100 Honorable Mention communities.
Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Man booked on peeping, coercion and drug charges
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/15/2018 - 10:50amA transient man was arrested Friday afternoon at 1:20 p.m. in the 2700 block of Bel Aire Way on multiple offenses, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported, including felony coercion and heroin possession as well as misdemeanor harassment, obstruction and two counts of misdemeanor peeping.
Sierra Lutheran grad Kubel builds dream one bolt at a time
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 10:05amFew know the highs and lows of life the way Michael Kubel does.
Like many, the depths and uplifting times in Kubel’s life mirror the mountains and valleys everyone experiences. But unlike most are the sheer heights and chasms in his world.
Nevada Lore Series: the Haunting of the Gold Hill Hotel, Nevada's Oldest Hotel
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 11:25amThe Historic Gold Hill Hotel — the oldest Hotel in Nevada, first known as the Riesen House — can be found on the road to Virginia City from Highway 50, and is a popular location for weddings and events.
Dayton Food Pantry in need of hams, sleeping bags during holidays
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 9:21pmFor the winter holidays, the Dayton Food Pantry has a goal of collecting 200 hams. In addition, the Pantry is in need of clean blankets and sleeping bags to distribute.
Goldschmidt’s exit opens door for Reno Aces’ Walker, Cron
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 12/05/2018 - 9:07pmPaul Goldschmidt’s exit Wednesday from the Arizona Diamondbacks may open the door for two hot-hitting infielders who held down the corners most of last season for the Reno Aces, Christian Walker and Kevin Cron.
Nevada State Museum to celebrate sesquicentennial arrival of coin press to Carson City
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/05/2018 - 10:46amIt was 150 years ago this month when one of Nevada's most treasured artifacts first arrived in Carson City.
Community helps Dayton Food Pantry reach its Thanksgiving goals
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/04/2018 - 3:04pmThe Dayton Food Pantry hit its goal to collect and distribute 300 turkeys during the days leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday.
“I can't thank everyone enough. During November, the community helped the Pantry reach 1,250 people who needed food," said Pantry manager Alie Trier.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Dec. 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/03/2018 - 8:36amHello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Dec. 3, 2018. A busy week ahead will start off chilly with sunny skies today and chances of snow daily through Thursday. Otherwise, bundle up and enjoy the late fall weather. Winter officially arrives Dec. 21.
Nevada Lore Series: The invention of the famous blue jean and the Reno, Levi connection
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/01/2018 - 11:41amIf you looked in your closet for pants right now, I can almost guarantee what comes to mind first is that traditional blue jean. Everyone likes blue jeans, right? They’re almost as American as the U.S Flag and apple pie.
Did you know we have Reno to thank for blue jeans?
Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Trespasser leaves bags behind, jailed for heroin possession
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/01/2018 - 10:55amA transient man was arrested Friday morning at 10:35 a.m. in the 1800 block of Camille Drive on misdemeanor trespassing and felony possession of heroin, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.
Carson City man charged with three counts of felony burglary after pawning heirloom rings
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 10:38amA 40-year-old Carson City man was arrested on three felony burglary charges Thursday evening after allegedly stealing heirloom rings from his employer.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Nov. 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 8:57pmWith winter weather having arrived, it seems only appropriate the last Friday of November is when Carson City celebrates the holiday season in a big way by ringing in the spirit of giving with the annual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights.
Carson City Dems' luncheon to feature photographic safari through Nevada's wilderness areas
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 2:31pmKurt Kuznicki, Associate Director of the Friends of Nevada Wilderness, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon.