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New Smart Foodservice Warehouse Store in Carson City opens with ribbon cutting ceremony
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 1:09pmCarson City’s latest food market opened to commercial business customers Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the grocery chain's newest store, located at 222 Fairview Drive in the Lowe’s shopping center next door to Office Depot.
Nevada Lore Series: The invention of the famous blue jean and the Reno, Levi connection
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/01/2018 - 12:41pmIf 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?
Tap Shack, Rice Street Tattoo to hold fundraiser for Toys for Tots Dec. 1
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 12:33pmCarson City’s favorite hockey bar, the Tap Shack, is combining with the newest tattoo shop in town, Rice Street Tattoo, on December 1 to spread holiday cheer to children in need.
Fat Tuesday Business-to-Business Networking Oct. 16 in Mound House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/21/2018 - 7:04pmFat Tuesday Business to Business networking Oct. 16 from 5-7 p.m. at Espolon Grill y Tequileria, 10115 U.S. Highway 50 in Mound House.
Innovative new cell phone, tablet repair company opens in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/31/2018 - 8:37pmCome to Tech Shield’s Open House during regular business hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday, Sept. 1 and Sunday, Sept. 2.
Preserve Nevada releases 11 most endangered historic places list
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/14/2018 - 10:13amFrom the heart of Las Vegas and Reno to the trail to the California Gold Rush, Nevada has a rich history that often is endangered, and Preserve Nevada, the state's oldest statewide historic preservation organization, has named its list of the 11 Most Endangered Places in Nevada.
Business Spotlight: BooBoo welcomes her buddies to new Carson City pet resort
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 04/13/2018 - 9:08amBooBoo's Buddies, a brand new pet hotel, daycare, boutique and spa in northeast Carson City, held its ribbon cutting Thursday at 1749 Old Hot Springs Road.
But the star of the evening was BooBoo herself.
What’s up on Wednesday? Some art, music, and new business downtown
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 04/04/2018 - 7:44amThe annual Father-Daughter Ball at Carson High School is just days away. Tickets have been flying off the proverbial shelf, and you aren’t going to want to miss out. Go online HERE so that you and your best girl are ready for a night to remember. Karaoke at Caterpillars Hookah Lounge features the hosts from J and M Productions; with over 25,000 songs to choose from, you are bound to find the right tune for your mood.
Candidate for State Senator in SD16 Gary Schmidt at the Carson City Men's Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/03/2018 - 2:14pmGary Schmidt, candidate for State Senator in SD16, was the guest speaker of the Carson City Men's Club in Mallard's Restaurant on the Empire Ranch Golf Course on Monday.
New Nevada law requires increase to minimum vehicle liability insurance coverage
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/06/2018 - 11:49amThe Division of Insurance has partnered with the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles, Nevada Highway Patrol and the Nevada Insurance Council to inform Nevada consumers of a new law that will increase the minimum vehicle liability insurance to be in compliance with the law and avoid paying penalties.
Wednesday welcomes new business, new art, and the Carson High Talent Show
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 02/07/2018 - 6:58amYou won’t find this Wednesday lacking when it comes to stuff to do, explore, and enjoy. The annual Carson High Talent Show always delights and thoroughly entertains the audience. Comma Coffee is hosting a reception for their newest display, the ‘Break These Chains Live Free’ Art Exhibit, featuring the winning pieces from a high school contest designed to bring awareness to human trafficking. A cute new shop downtown, Rustically Divine, celebrates it’s Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting.
What Works: Affirmations are fluff if you don’t believe them
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/16/2018 - 10:42amI was working with a client today who had a concern about her confidence. “Everyone has a degree and I don’t,” she said. She mentioned her lack of degree had held her back from meeting new business contacts. Sometimes, she felt like running away when a conversation turned academic. Occasionally, she did by ending the conversation.
Retired fire chief Stacey Giomi to run for Carson City Supervisor Ward 1
Submitted by editor on Fri, 10/06/2017 - 2:21pmRetired Carson City Fire Chief Stacey Giomi has declared his candidacy for Carson City Supervisor Ward 1 after current supervisor Karen Abowd announced she won’t seek a third term.
Outdoor Painting Workshop August 26 at Gallery on Main, Genoa
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/13/2017 - 10:35amOn Saturday, August 26, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Gallery on Main in Genoa, Nevada, will host an outdoor painting workshop with artist Peggy Wynne Borgman, Artists of every level are invited to attend, and may work in oil, acrylic or watercolor. A gourmet box lunch from the Pink House restaurant is included in the workshop fee.
New Union pub, coffee bar, brewery opens Thursday in downtown Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 06/07/2017 - 5:39pmThe all-new Union Carson eatery, taphouse and coffee bar is scheduled to open Thursday, June 8 at 11 a.m., the establishment posted on its Facebook page Wednesday afternoon.
John Bullis Column: Maybe it is Best to Keep Your 401K Account
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/23/2017 - 9:13amWhen someone changes jobs, or retires, they need to decide whether to keep the retirement savings account they have with the old employer, commonly known as 401(k). They do have the option or ability to “roll it over” or transfer to a new or an existing IRA account.
Carson City supervisors extend moratorium on recreational marijuana
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/19/2017 - 2:09amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors on Thursday decided to extend a ban on the sale of recreational marijuana until an ordinance addressing the new business is drafted.
New Union pub, coffee bar, brewery to open in downtown Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 04/24/2017 - 8:19pmA new restaurant is opening in downtown Carson City, according to reports from the Reno Gazette-Journal and Nevada Appeal.
The Union — a partnership of Reno-based investors — is scheduled to open this summer at 302 North Carson Street, site of the old Lake Tahoe Brewing Company, which closed in January 2016 ahead of its owner Michael Candelario's arrest on fraud charges.
Business Spotlight: New beauty school to open in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 04/14/2017 - 2:05pmThe last time Brandy Gayner walked through the doors of 1851 South Roop Street, she was a student at the Carson City Beauty Academy, which closed in July 2014.
Nevada State Senator Kieckhefer introduces entrepreneurship and startup Initiative
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/22/2017 - 11:26amSenator Ben Kieckhefer, whose district includes Reno and Carson City, introduced a legislative package Tuesday to strengthen Nevada’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and ensure Nevada is the destination of choice for business startups and entrepreneurs. The package includes a first-of-its-kind $45 million venture capital fund for businesses in the state.
Controller's Midterm Report: Walking the Talk
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/18/2017 - 10:49amRecently, we’ve discussed overall state spending and revenues, and in coming weeks we’ll review the spending and performance in major areas such as education and health and social services. So, it’s timely and appropriate to answer the question: How has the controller’s office done at managing its own spending and delivering services to Nevadans?
New future for downtown Reno Horseshoe property
Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/12/2016 - 10:02amKeshmiri is also working on opening a new business in Carson City. He purchased the building located at 3777 N. Carson St. last July, which ...
Ogres-Holm Pottery celebrates grand opening in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/10/2016 - 2:38pmSaturday's drenching rain notwithstanding, playing in mud just got easier in Carson City with the opening of Ogres-Holm Pottery in the Carson Mall.
The pottery studio, learning center and gallery cut the ribbon Saturday at 1308 South Carson Street inside the Carson Mall.
Business Spotlight: New pottery store in Carson City to teach love of clay
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 12/08/2016 - 7:38pmAs the idiom goes, those who can, do, and those who can't, teach.
Then there's Merrill and Jo Moore, who do both.
The Carson City couple learned to throw clay four years ago through a local studio, and now are ready to pass on what they've learned by opening their own pottery studio inside the Carson Mall.
Medical marijuana facility Rise stages with ribbon cutting in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 09/08/2016 - 4:33pmMedical cannabis will soon be available to qualified patients in Carson City and surrounding rural counties who cannot make the trips to Reno or Las Vegas for their medicinal needs.
New WNC business degree designed for university transfer
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/21/2016 - 1:13pmWestern Nevada College students can be all business when they start the 2016 fall semester of classes on Monday, Aug. 29.
For the first time, WNC will offer an Associate of Business Degree that is built for students to earn a two-year Associate Degree in Business and then transfer directly to a university, toward a Bachelor’s Degree in Business.
At a tuition cost that is far below that of a university, WNC students will save money and learn in smaller classes with a personalized approach, before they transition to a university.
Business Spotlight: New antiques store brings fresh ideas to an old business
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 07/13/2016 - 3:59pmLike the building she and her husband own together, Robin Shriver's new business at 210 South Carson Street downtown is a collection of diverse tastes.
Justices hear proposed ballot measure to repeal state business tax
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/02/2016 - 3:10pmCARSON CITY — Nevada Supreme Court justices asked pointed questions Monday on whether an effort to repeal the state’s new business tax is legally sound to proceed in the signature gathering process.
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Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/12/2016 - 7:36pmCarson City Empty Bowls hunger awareness campaign seeks materials for 2016 project
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/29/2016 - 5:01pmAs we are starting another year of Empty Bowls in Carson City, we wanted to take a minute and ask for help ... early on.
We are currently collecting bisquited, unglazed and undecorated handmade bowls. We are also seeking cone 6 white clay, kiln firings and other materials.