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Carson City's Duke’s Steak House among first casino restaurants to reopen under phase 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 3:37pmThis Friday, May 22 at 4 p.m. Casino Fandango’s award-winning Duke’s Steak House in Carson City will reopen to the public. As part of phase one reopening, the Nevada State Gaming Control Board is allowing restaurants inside casinos to open provided certain industry-specific criteria are met; Duke’s will be one of the first to reopen in Northern Nevada.
Meet Your Farmer: Holley Family Farms celebrates ten years providing organic produce at Carson Farmer's Market
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/15/2020 - 11:48amTucked away in the valleys of Dayton, a multi-generational ranch and farm has been quietly producing organic and sustainable agriculture for decades to the local community.
Holley Family Farms has been owned and operated since 1970, and bases their practices on the 19th century farming traditions of Dayton Valley, “where Italian immigrants produced vegetables and meat for the thousands of residents of the Virginia City Comstock,” according to the Holly Family Farms blog.
Indy Q&A: How do I participate in Nevada’s mostly mail primary election?
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/13/2020 - 12:19pmNevada is trying to conduct its June 9 primary election almost entirely by mail as a way to prevent the spread of COVID-19, with limited options to vote in person. Wayne Thorley, deputy secretary of state for elections, took questions from the public in a Facebook Live town hall on May 11.
Trapped under capsized boat on Lake Mead, 3-year-old safely rescued by Nevada game warden
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/12/2020 - 11:25amA three-year-old girl was rescued from under a capsized boat on Lake Mead when more than a dozen members of a church group were thrown into the water by the extremely rough wind-generated waves during a Mother's Day boat trip Sunday night.
Senator Square: Carson High School's future business leaders win state awards
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/10/2020 - 6:52amCarson High School's Future Business Leaders of America claim five State Championships as well as 40 top 10 awards in spite of pandemic. CHS FBLA students just finished competing in the Nevada State Business Leadership Conference. Originally, the event was scheduled to be held in Reno, but had to be held digitally due to Covid-19.
2020 primary voting guide for candidates seeking Carson City offices
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 05/07/2020 - 3:50pmBallots have been sent (or will be sent soon) to Carson City residents for the local upcoming elections. These are your candidates, who they are, and what they stand for.
May 5 Quad-County COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases and Five Recoveries reported for a total of 108 cases
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 05/05/2020 - 6:22pmQuad-County Emergency Operations Center (Quad EOC) is reporting four new positive cases and five additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 108, with 63 recoveries and one death, 44 cases remain active.
The new cases are:
A male Douglas County resident in his 20’s
A male Carson City resident in his 30’s
A male Carson City resident in his 50’s
A male Carson City resident in his 40’s
Capital City Brewfest organizers reschedule popular downtown beer festival for late summer
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/26/2020 - 10:57amThe Capital City Brewfest is moving to late August this year due to Covid-19 concerns. Originally scheduled for June 20, the annual event will now take place on August 29 in Downtown Carson City.
Citizens' Climate Lobby, Carson City chapter monthly meeting now online
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/26/2020 - 6:30amThe Carson City Chapter of the Citizens' Climate Lobby has moved its meeting online and will use the Zoom app. As we all cope with the pandemic, we can continue to care about and support activities that will help us cope with climate change. Join us to find out what you can do. We are a non-partisan group and welcome all interested people.
Landmark Adele's building in Carson City demolished
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/22/2020 - 11:05amThe landmark Carson City building that was Cafe at Adele’s at the corner of North Carson and John Street was demolished Wednesday.
Nevada Interrupted: Carson City coffee shop owner moves business online, awaits action on federal loans
Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/20/2020 - 10:25amMany Nevadans are adjusting to the proliferation of COVID-19 by practicing social distancing, stocking up on supplies and staying at home. The Nevada Independent is sharing their stories each day.
Nevada Interrupted: Old World Coffee owner moves business online, awaits action on federal loans
Submitted by admin on Sat, 04/18/2020 - 9:52amSince COVID-19 forced his two locations in Reno and Carson City to close, Garrison said he has moved exclusively to online orders which consist of a ...
Parsons Behle & Latimer launches free COVID-19 center for businesses
Submitted by admin on Fri, 04/17/2020 - 6:52am... Latimer was founded in 1882 by prominent mining lawyer William Howard Dickson in Carson City; its headquarters later moved to Salt Lake City.
Senator Square: Carson City's superintendent gives teachers shout out for peaceful, safe spring break
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/12/2020 - 3:19amEditor’s Note: Richard Stokes is the Carson City School District Superintendent.
Dear Friends, I wanted to send my very best wishes to each of you for a peaceful and safe Spring Break. During the past three weeks, I have marveled at the professional services and selfless acts of kindness you have delivered during one of the most incredible events of my career.
5 questions for Carson City DA Jason Woodbury regarding court system under quarantine
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/08/2020 - 3:03pmThis installment of Carson Now's five questions are answered by Carson City District Attorney Jason Woodbury, who explains what changes the court system has made during the quarantine.
Partnership Carson City no-cost virtual Yoga rescheduled for this Wednesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/07/2020 - 10:33amPartnership Carson City’s online yoga Monday has been moved to 5:15 p.m. Wednesday. The free Wellness Yoga series going virtual is part of an effort to continue to provide a needed respite with the ongoing limitations as a result of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Senator Square: Carson High School announces its Educator of the Year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/05/2020 - 7:14amIf you know Shanell Cavener, then you are tremendously lucky. If you work with her, or she taught you, then the luck is multiplied tenfold (hopefully this is the right math to use, Shanell?).
Shanell Cavener is this year’s Carson High School Teacher of the Year, and she could not be more deserving of the honor. Shanell is quiet, often working behind the scenes in ways people would not even realize in order to benefit the lives of all who enter CHS.
Nevada Day 2020 announces theme: 'Historic Moments in Nevada'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/01/2020 - 4:13amAs our state faces horrific effects from the recent global outbreak of the COVID-19 virus, our thoughts and prayers go out to all of our fellow Nevadans. Together we must stand united, stay positive, and support our fellow neighbors.
Throughout our 156 year history we have encountered floods, fires, mass shootings, recessions, and other disasters, and yet here we are taking on this latest challenge with creative ways while respecting social distance.
Dayton woman speaks to students in Poland during International Women's Day weekend
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/28/2020 - 11:18am“To have change, you have to celebrate progress.”
These were the words of Phumzile Mlambo Ngcuka, the Executive Director of United Nations Women, and also the central theme of a speech given by two female American Soldiers to Polish Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Course students March 9 at the Military Education Center in Elk, Poland.
Carson City's English Language In-Home Program to do learning groups virtually through tech
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 4:11pmAs the world has changed as a result of the current Coronavirus pandemic as well as keeping up with the technological times of our 21st Century, the English Language In-Home Program in Carson City has moved from being physically in a student’s home to being a part of their home via the Internet.
Carson City sheriff's arrests: 3 jailed after baby ingests meth
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/23/2020 - 1:56pmThree were arrested Saturday for suspicion of child neglect and endangerment among other charges after a baby was brought into the hospital emergency room for ingesting methamphetamine, a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team arrest report states.
UNR to students: Get out of dorms and no refunds
Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 4:11amUPDATE: The University of Nevada, Reno reversed their decision and is now offering refunds. You can read the updated story here.
Switchboards at the University of Nevada, Reno lit up Thursday after the university issued an unusual directive: all students living in on-campus residence halls who have the ability to move back home should be packed up and gone within the next six days.
Transgender Woman, Sherrie Scaffidi Announces Her Candidacy for State Assembly District 40
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 2:26pmSherrie Paulie Scaffidi is running for the Nevada Assembly Seat in District 40. Sherrie is a US Navy Seabee, veteran. She is a widower who lost her wife of 42 years to cancer in 2012. Sherrie is the father of three grown children. She lived in Carson City from 1991 to 2005 and happily moved back in 2018.
Carson City's historic 'Adele's' building will not be saved despite donations, volunteers
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 03/05/2020 - 12:24pmAccording to Shannon Cord with the Carson City Historical Society, the historic Adele’s building will not be saved despite the efforts of many volunteers and contributors.
The historic building suffered a fire in 2019 that, due to smoke damage and insurance issues, was not able to be recovered. It was set for demolition, until a group of activists form the Carson City Historical Society sought to save the building and have it moved to a new location.
Day Williams declares candidacy for State Assembly District 40 as a Republican
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 03/04/2020 - 8:23amCarson City Attorney Day Williams has announced that he will run for Assembly District 40, which includes Carson City and a portion of southeast Washoe County. He supports constitutional rights, measures to improve the economy and create jobs, and education that meets today’s needs.
Carson City arrests: Suspect denies threats, admits huffing fumes inside ride share vehicle
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 11:54amA 20-year-old woman was arrested Sunday in the area of Koontz and Carson streets for suspicion of misdemeanor threats and harassment, and violation of alternative sentencing conditions following an incident involving a ride sharing service driver, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.
Three contenders for Carson City mayor have announced candidacy
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 02/25/2020 - 5:55pmCarson City Supervisor Lori Bagwell, local Hookah Lounge business owner Nathaniel Killgore and resident Aaron Sims have all thrown their hats in the ring for the position of Carson City Mayor. Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell is not seeking reelection after 11 years.
This site is retired
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/24/2020 - 10:30amWhen I started The Nevada Independent, I moved this blog onto that site. Please check it out.
If you came here looking for old videos of my PBS show, I am sorry they are gone. KNPB and VegasPBS took them off the Internet and tried to extort me to h ...
Carson City Parks Foundation Holds Monthly Open House at the Mills Parks Wungnema House Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/22/2020 - 5:28pmLearn more about our community and its cultural heritage.
Visit the Wungnema House in Mills Park, as well as the Foreman-Roberts House on North Carson Street. These houses represent 2 different aspects of our community’s cultural heritage. Both historic houses are open from 2:00pm until 5:00pm on Sunday.
Carson City deputies arrest man for possession of stolen moving truck, secret methamphetamine pipe
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/14/2020 - 10:41amA 32-year-old Minden man was arrested in the area of Sonoma and Frontage Road for possession of a stolen vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia.
According to the report, deputies ran a records check on an Arizona license plates and deputies advised the vehicle was stolen out of Reno.