July 5
Paying respects at Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial at State Capitol
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/02/2019 - 7:52pmThe 22nd Annual Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial ceremony was held Thursday, May 2 at the Capitol Mall in Carson City.
Two southern Nevada law officers memorialized Thursday at Capitol Mall in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/02/2019 - 3:39pmTwo Nevada law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty were recognized Thursday in a ceremony with their names added to a memorial on the Capitol Mall in Carson City.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, May 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/01/2019 - 9:20pmOh what a difference the sunshine makes. The second day of May in Carson City will bring warming temperatures with a daytime high in the low 70s. The event lineup Thursday includes a law enforcement memorial at the capitol complex, a hike at Clear Creek, art showings, a lecture on the historic Transcontinental Railroad, live music and more. Read on.
2019 Nevada Law Enforcement Memorial on Thursday at Capitol to recognize fallen officers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/30/2019 - 3:47pmIn conjunction with National Police Week, the 22nd Annual Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial ceremony will be held this Thursday, May 2 at the capitol grounds in Carson City.
Tahoe South brings the sizzle with 2019 summer events
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/22/2019 - 12:51pmA record-breaking winter, a full lake and a packed calendar beckons visitors to the Sierra as Tahoe South heats up with summer events including its famed fireworks show, a celebrity golf tournament, star-studded headline concerts and more.
Wild Horse Theater announces auditions for Newsies
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/26/2019 - 8:16amNow is the time to seize the day!
Stop the presses! Wild Horse Children’s Theater looking for actors, singers and dancers, ages 8-21, for the Northern Nevada premiere of the Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit, "Newsies."
Auditions will be held on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall. Auditions are by appointment only! You must call for an audition slot.
Employee admits to stealing cash, product from Carson City marijuana collective
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/10/2018 - 11:33amA 27-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday for suspicion of felony embezzlement after allegedly stealing cash and product from a marijuana collective while he was an employee, a sheriff’s deputy said.
Thursday happenings around Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 07/05/2018 - 6:26amInto every life, a little trash must fall. A whole lot of trash, however, might be involved if you’re a beach. Keep Tahoe Blue is hitting the lake shore this morning to help mitigate the aftermath of yesterday’s festivities; lend a hand if you can. If you are looking for something quiet today, check out our local art galleries: they all have revolving exhibits featuring a variety of artists. The True Grit Exhibit at Western Nevada College comes to a close tomorrow, so head up there before it hits the trail.
THURSDAY, July 5: Things to do in Carson City
July 4 Independence celebrations underway, fireworks grand finales Wednesday: find them all here
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 11:40amFourth of July celebrations abound in the Carson City area. Fireworks can be found in Carson City, Virginia City, Reno, Sparks, and at both north and south shore of Lake Tahoe. There are several daytime events going on this week so grab the kids, your friends and family, and have a great Independence Day.
Organizations team up to launch 'Take Care Tahoe' eco-minded resource website
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/29/2018 - 10:50amWith one click, the unique natural environment of Lake Tahoe is now available to visitors and locals through TakeCareTahoe.org, a collaboration of more than 20 eco-minded organizations in the region.
Former Carson City manager Larry Werner, who led Douglas County since 2014, to retire
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/28/2018 - 7:22pmMINDEN — Douglas County Manager Larry Werner has requested to be released from his contract giving a 60 day notice effective August 31. Discussion of Werner's resignation and a plan for the future of the position will be held at the July 5 Board of County Commissioners meeting and has been placed on the meeting agenda.
Carson City sheriff’s deputies make weekend drug, DUI and warrant arrests
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/07/2017 - 12:45pmA 21-year-old Carson City man was booked into jail Saturday for a felony warrant alleging grand larceny, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Wednesday, July 5: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 07/05/2017 - 6:01amHappy Wednesday, Carson City. The long holiday weekend is over, but you can keep the good times rolling. The Fox Brewpub is hosting their monthly Whiskey Wednesday tonight, complete with raffle prizes and of course, whiskey. The Classic Cinema Club pushed back their monthly movie viewing by a day, so head over to the BAC Performance Hall to watch ‘Three Came Home.’ Keep Tahoe Blue will be starting the day at numerous beaches; their annual clean-up is necessary after the fireworks.
TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra continues 12th SUMMER MUSICFEST with TOCCATA BOPS Patriotic Celebration July 1-7
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/03/2017 - 9:41pmBuilding on its June “Mozart in the Mountains” Summer MusicFest kickoff series, TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra will continue its 21-concert Summer MusicFest with TOCCATA BOPS, featuring Best of Broadway, Opera hits, Pops and Patriotic selections. Join us at Corpus Christi Church, Wednesday, July 5 at 7:00pm in Carson City (3597 N. Sunridge Dr.).
NDOT halts State Route 28 construction near Incline Village for July 4 extended holiday period
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/30/2017 - 10:47amThe Nevada Department of Transportation announced that work on State Route 28 shared-used path near Incline Village will be on hold during the Fourth of July extended holiday weekend, Saturday, July 1 through Tuesday, July 4.
Go forth and celebrate: Events and fireworks during Independence Day weekend
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 06/29/2017 - 2:27pmFourth of July celebrations abound in the Carson City area. Fireworks can be found in Carson City, Virginia City, Reno, Sparks, and at both north and south shore of Lake Tahoe. There are several daytime events going on, so grab the kids, friends, and family and have a great four-day Independence Day weekend!
Saturday, July 1
Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents 'Three Came Home' starring Claudette Colbert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/26/2017 - 5:21pmThe Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents 'Three Came Home' starring Claudette Colbert on July 5 at the Brewery Arts Center.
South Tahoe's 36th annual fireworks display ranked among nation's best
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/23/2017 - 2:21pmCelebrated as one of the best July 4th fireworks shows in the nation attracting an estimated 100,000 people, “Lights on the Lake” pyrotechnic display at south shore Lake Tahoe is synchronized to music from patriotic favorites to new chart-topping rock and pop hits.
Beginning/Intermediate Adult Pottery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/09/2017 - 1:34pmStudents will receive an introduction to clay from hand-building to throwing on the potter’s wheel. Additionally, instruction will include glazing and design. Intermediate students will receive instruction in more difficult wheel throwing techniques. A supply fee of $15 will be collected by instructor at the first class. Please bring towel &/or apron & wear closed toe shoes.
Instructor: Kym Maehl
Tuition: $100 BAC members/$110 non-members
Wednesdays 10:00 – 1:00 (4 weeks)
Summer Session: July 5, 12, 19, 26
Summer Session: August 2, 9, 23, 30
Location: Pottery Studio
Five motherless bear cubs now at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care
Submitted by editor on Fri, 08/26/2016 - 10:38amThe three bear cubs from Yosemite that arrived in South Lake Tahoe after their mother was killed on July 4 now have company. Two new cubs have arrived, one from Santa Maria and one from Azusa, Calif.
All five bear cubs are being housed at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care until January or February, once they are big enough to go back into the wild.
Raymond Walter Chester
Submitted by admin on Fri, 07/08/2016 - 5:47pmOct. 26, 1927 ~ July 5, 2016Raymond Walter Chester, 88 of Cottage Grove, Oregon passed away July 5 ...
Tuesday, July 5: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 07/05/2016 - 5:49amThe fireworks went off in Carson City last night without a hitch, bringing the end of another incredible weekend. Today may feel a little like a Monday, but there are plenty of ways to enjoy yourself. Check out the new Spirit of America show at the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Show. Our local Classic Cinema Club meets tonight and will be showing 'A Walk in the Sun' with Dana Andrews. If you feel like playing with fire, Controlled Burn meets at A to Zen to practice the right way to handle the flames.
TUESDAY:
Carson City area road report for week of July 4-10
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/04/2016 - 12:24pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of July 4-10, 2016. Work will continue on the Downtown Corridor improvement project on Carson Street. The following streets will be impacted:
— Carson Street will remain one lane in each direction.
— Ann and Caroline will be closed to the east to Plaza.
— Spear, Proctor, Telegraph and 2nd will be closed to the west to Curry.
— Downtown and Third Street Businesses are Open During Construction.
Fireworks and more: Independence Day weekend festivities around Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 06/30/2016 - 4:54pmFourth of July celebrations abound in the Carson City area. Fireworks can be found in Carson City, Reno, Sparks, and at both north and south shore of Lake Tahoe. There are several daytime events going on as well, so grab the kids, friends, and family and have a great Independence Day weekend!
Saturday, July 2:
Fourth of July Weekend Celebration with the Inyo, V&T Locomotive #25, the McKeen Car and the Glenbrook at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City (Train Rides 10am-4pm; Unlimited Ride wristband $15, $5 kids 4-17)
Forest Service advises July 4 alcohol ban, fire restrictions at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/27/2016 - 12:23pmThe Fourth of July holiday period is the busiest time of year in the Lake Tahoe Basin. For those visiting during the holiday and attending one of the firework displays over the lake, expect extremely crowded conditions and excess traffic.
TOCCATA Continues 11th SUMMER MUSICFEST with TOCCATA BOPS Patriotic Celebration July 3-10
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/06/2016 - 4:13pmBuilding on its June Go4Baroque Summer MusicFest kickoff series, TOCCATA will continue its 21-concert Summer MusicFest with TOCCATA BOPS, featuring Best of Broadway, Opera hits, Pops and Patriotic selections.
David Coleman Bonds
Submitted by admin on Fri, 08/21/2015 - 9:47amJuly 5, 1969 -July 31, 2015David slipped away in Reno from complications of Diab...
Richard “Dick” Westling
Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/17/2015 - 2:51pmMar 29, 1926 - Jul 05, 2015Dr. Richard “Dick” Westling, age 89, died peacefully in his home on July 5,...
Kirsten Elizabeth Krasovec
Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/17/2015 - 12:27pmSep. 19, 1984 - July 5, 2015Kirsten was born and raised in Carson City, NV. She began cheerleading in ...
Roy Sheldon Kidder
Submitted by admin on Fri, 07/24/2015 - 3:15pmJuly 31, 1937 - July 5, 2015Roy was born in Tonopah Nevada on July 31, 1937 and died in Car...