March
WNC student inducted into Alpha Upsilon Beta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 11:46pmNubia Leon-Lozano was inducted into the Alpha Upsilon Beta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Western Nevada College on Thursday, March 21, 2019. Nubia Leon-Lozano, majoring in Computer and Information Systems Security, is the daughter of Luis and Trinidad Leon of Carson City.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, April 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 10:43pmHere we are, entering the end of the work week. We welcome Friday, April 12, 2019 with a forecast calling for mostly sunny skies with a daytime high in the low to mid 50s. Not bad. The weekend is shaping up nicely with sunshine and a warming trend. There's plenty on tap today and tonight around town. Enjoy.
Browsers Corner Bookshop to host anniversary party, Carson City Chamber social
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 9:58amThere's two upcoming events for those who support Browsers Corner Book Store, which is run through Friends of the Carson City Library.
Events around Carson City on Thursday, April 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 8:28pmHeaded into Thursday, April 11, 2019 we welcome Carson City to another day where weather forecasters say there's a chance of rain and maybe even a few snow showers mixed in. Beyond the weather we're looking at a blockbuster day and night filled will activities throughout town. From library presentations, a TV show casting call at the Carson Nugget, an afternoon hike, to a train history presentation, a book signing at the Brewery Arts Center, a CHS theater performance and the Carson City movie screening premier of "The Mustang" filmed at the historic Nevada State Prison, there's something for everyone. Enjoy!
Carson City arrests: Employee accused of taking money from dry cleaning business
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 8:42amA Carson City woman was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of burglary after allegedly stealing money from a local dry cleaning business, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, April 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 6:28amGood day, Carson City. Today is Wednesday, April 10, 2019. For those keeping score, we're 11 days away from Easter, 72 days until summer and 258 days from Christmas. Today we're looking at mostly sunny skies and breezy with a daytime high in the mid-50s. Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts because there's a chance of rain mixed with snow showers Thursday.
Carson City arrests: Man jailed for allegedly attempting to hit women with vehicle
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 9:52amA 59-year-old man was arrested on two counts suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon following an incident that happened at a North Carson Street motel, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, April 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 4:47amHello Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, April 9, 2018. Today will be a mixed bag weather wise, featuring showers, gusty conditions, sunshine and much cooler temperatures. In other words, it looks and feels a lot like spring. Meanwhile, we've got a full plate of activities around town. Read on for more.
Nevada fire marshal investigators ask for public's help identifying Fernley arson suspect
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/07/2019 - 8:10pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Public Safety, State Fire Marshal Division, is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect believed to be involved in a recent fire in the Fernley area.
What's happening around Carson City on Monday, April 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/07/2019 - 6:47pmOnward and upward Carson City as we head into the first day of the work week, Monday, April 8, 2019. There's quite a lineup of activities, especially if you're an artist, a lover of art forms or both. Expect partly sunny skies and warm temperatures with a high near 70. There may be a shower later Monday night into Tuesday. Stay tuned.
Carson City deputies arrest man who fought with casino security, possessed meth
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 04/07/2019 - 9:10amA 32-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the 900 block of Carson Street for possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, violation of a suspended sentence and battery, a sheriff's deputy said.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, April 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/07/2019 - 7:10amHello Carson City and welcome to Sunday, April 7, 2019. How's your weekend going? We're heading into another partly sunny spring day, with a daytime high in the mid-60s. Step outside, go for a bike ride, walk or hike and take in the available sunshine while it lasts as another chance of rain showers are headed our way by Tuesday. Stay tuned.
Senator Square: Carson City School District's superintendent sends encouraging letter
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/07/2019 - 6:34amDear Friends, happy spring time! While our newest season officially arrived March 20th, it seems just now I am starting to believe winter is finally losing its grip and giving way to the kinder, gentler, days of spring. With each day, I see a little more of the renewal of life we have come to associate with this time of year.
California man runs from Carson City deputies and troopers, later arrested on felony warrant
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/06/2019 - 9:35amA 35-year-old California man was arrested in the 3300 block of Highway 50 Friday afternoon for a felony failure to appear warrant out of Washoe County, and resisting a public officer after attempting to run from Nevada Highway Patrol troopers, and Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies.
Kittens, Music, Wine, and more: What's happening in Carson City Sat., April 6
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/06/2019 - 7:11amGood morning Carson City! Today is Saturday, April 6. While it's going to be a bit cloudy today, we'll have a high of 56 degrees. Sunday and Monday are almost hitting 70, though, with highs at 67 and 68!
On the docket for today is a Celtic Music concert, a Ducks Unlimited Banquet, the April Carson City Wine Walk, farming workshops, kitten parties, and more.
Pioneer High School JAG Students Attend Career Development Conference
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/05/2019 - 1:15pmOliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. said, “A mind that is stretched by new experiences can never go back to its old dimensions.”
Pioneer High School students had plenty of opportunities to participate in new and important experiences when they attended the Career and Development Conference in Reno.
Over 100 Nevadans protested, testified against Senate Bee Bill in Carson City Thursday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/05/2019 - 10:08amCarson City was abuzz Thursday evening at the Nevada State Legislature, in which over 100 Nevadan residents gathered to support honeybees, and their ability to be kept by residents.
Senate Bill 389, relating to the ability to keep bees in residential zones in Nevada, which has been hotly debated since it was announced on March 20, was read during a Natural Resources Committee meeting Wednesday.
Residents attended to an extent that legislative staff needed to open an overflow room to provide for those gathered, in which the meeting was televised from down the hall.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet(s) of the Week: Cheese-It and Bug
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/05/2019 - 9:52amSay hello to Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week, kitten brother edition.
Bug and Cheese-It are a pair of inseparable 7-month-old boys, and get along with just about everyone! Dogs, cats, kids, you name it!
They're looking for a fur-ever home together, and have been waiting for you to come and take them home since March.
Let's hear from the brothers themselves:
Deputies arrest man for securing a door with a dog leash, driving into stranger's yard
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/05/2019 - 9:08amA 25-year-old man was arrested by Special Enforcement Team deputies in the 1700 block of Stewart Street Thursday evening for DUI drugs, failure to maintain a lane, driving without a driver’s license in possession, driving without a front plate, and driving with an unsecured load.
SET deputies observed a vehicle exiting a parking lot on Winnie Lane and observed it was driving without a front license plate. They also observed there was a full rear lift gate for a Ford Explorer on the roof the car, strapped on top of the roof with a thin dog-leash, which was insufficient to hold the weight of the door.
Take flight: What's happening around Carson City on Friday, April 5
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/04/2019 - 4:46pmWith a little help from the wind and a birds-eye view, we're flying into Friday, April 5, 2019 with plenty to do and see as we get ready for the weekend. National Weather Service forecasters say it will be a breezy day with some rain. But don't let that dampen your day as there's art showings, live music and hilarious comedy venues at the Brewery Arts Center and Carson Nugget.
What's happening around Carson City for Thursday, April 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/04/2019 - 6:45amGood morning Carson City. It is Thursday, April 4, 2019. As matters at the legislature continue, we are winding up for another weekend full of activities, including the downtown wine walk and a bevy of shows at the Brewery Arts Center. We may see some showers today, Friday and early Saturday, typical for the early days of spring. Stay tuned.
Obituary: Catherine Mattoon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/03/2019 - 3:16pmCatherine Diane Mattoon, age 59, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family March 14, 2019. She was born September 18, 1959 in Burbank, California to Ronald and Diane Wonser.
At age 18 on October 1, 1977 she married the love of her life, Mark Mattoon. Catherine is survived by her husband and children: Mark Jr., Brian, Heather, Matthew, Stephanie and Christopher and her five grandchildren.
Carson City sheriff's log: Deputies make arrests for drugs, warrants and DUI
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/03/2019 - 9:45amA 21-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of drug possession, misdemeanor warrants and open container, a sheriff's deputy said.
What's happening around Carson City for Wednesday, April 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/03/2019 - 7:07amHello Carson City and welcome to the midweek. It is Wednesday, April 3, 2019. Looks like sunshine ahead today as we get a break from showers before another system heads our way tomorrow into Friday. Whether it is a mid-morning or afternoon walk or evening bike ride or quick hike, step outside and enjoy the day.
Dan Wilson the Medalist at Silver Oak
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/03/2019 - 6:24amDan Wilson carded the medalist honors with a gross 73 at the second Sunday Men’s Club outing March 24 at Silver Oak golf course. Money winners were Wilson and Frank Maricich with low net (after handicap is applied) 66s in the first flight, followed by Wes Camp and Brian Sweet tied for third place with 68.
Southern Nevada senator stands behind bee bill, says it is meant to stop Africanized bees
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 1:13pmSenator Keith Pickard of southern Nevada, the man behind the hotly-debated bee bill, is standing behind his legislation in the face of controversy; however, he says, the Legislative Council Bureau of the Nevada State Legislature is at fault for not following his original intention. The bill's original intention was to stop the spread of Africanized Bees in Nevada, he says, which needs to be dealt with on a state level.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, April 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 5:58amGood morning Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, April 2, 2019. We're looking at a steady flow of showers today, according to the National Weather Service with snow in the upper elevations of the Sierra. There is a Winter Weather Advisory until midnight for the west slope of the Sierra. Today in town we have events that range from a Carson High School team fundraiser to movies to politics to fitness. Enjoy your day.
Lyon County authorities ask for help locating runaway believed to be in Carson City or Reno
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 2:46pmThe Lyon County Sheriff's Office Detective Division is asking for the public's help in locating a runaway juvenile who may be in the Carson City or Reno areas.
What's happening around Carson City for Monday, April 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/31/2019 - 7:07pmWell the weekend sure went fast as we say goodbye to March. Now we're heading into Monday, April 1, 2019 where pranks, larks and tom foolery are orders of the day. No fooling when it comes to the weather though. We may see a slight chance of showers in the afternoon and evening with more of a chance of rain on Tuesday. Stay tuned.
Sam Bush Band brings Telluride spirit to WinterWonderGrass
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 03/31/2019 - 1:34pmWinterWonderGrass might be the only music festival at which you’re just as likely to see ski helmets and goggles as you are to see wacky onesies and hula hoops.