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Blockchains LLC approved to build fiber optic ring spanning Carson City, Reno, and Innovation Park
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 5:36pmBlockchains Communications LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Blockchains, LLC, can move forward with building a proposed 102-mile fiber optic ring that spans Innovation Park, Reno and Carson City.
Nevada Lore Series: Reno, the Biggest Little Divorce Capital of the World
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/01/2019 - 10:00amMost people forget that divorce wasn’t an easy thing to achieve up until the last part of the 20th century. So how is it that Reno, a tiny little railroad town in the middle of nowhere, became known as the place to flock to if you wanted to untie that knot?
Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Man jailed for property destruction at hospital
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/09/2018 - 10:15amA 30-year-old Gardnerville man was arrested late Friday night in the 1600 block of Medical Parkway for felony destruction of property resulting in more than $5,000 in damages, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy said.
JoAnne Skelly: Break that Wind
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 05/06/2018 - 8:00amMy friend Paul suggested writing an article on windbreaks.
The basic premise for a windbreak is that a vertical element, whether trees, shrubs or fences, or any combination of those, placed perpendicular to the direction of the prevailing wind affects the movement of the air.
Mac the Naw: 2018 California fishing opener a week away
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/20/2018 - 6:01amHello fellow anglers, we have a little over a week until the 2018 California opening fishing season, which begins April 28. As a reminder, check your regulation book for any waters you plan to fish. Some may have limit and bait changes, while some do not open until a later date.
Slice of Hollywood history at Lake Tahoe available as famed Godfather II enclave residence 13 for sale
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/05/2018 - 3:43pmHOMEWOOD, Calif. — If you’ve seen the classic Francis Ford Coppola film The Godfather II then you’ll recognize Lake Tahoe’s Fleur du Lac Estates as the lakeside backdrop for mobster Michael Corleone’s bash held in honor of his son’s first communion in the beginning of The Godfather Part II. It was also the spot where his older brother Fredo was killed.
Safe drug disposal offered Saturday at Partnership Carson City roundup
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/18/2017 - 1:13pmDuring Partnership Carson City’s drug roundup in April, more than 247 pounds of medications and 91 pounds of hypodermic needles were collected.
V&T Railroad offers offbeat options for weddings, business events
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 8:32pmWhen’s the last time you attended a wedding aboard a train? Or has your business ever broken the mold to conduct a rolling meeting? Brides, grooms and meeting planners searching for a memorable venue for upcoming events need look no further than the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. The historic train has expanded its unique rental offerings for weddings, corporate events, family reunions and other special occasions.
No, Dean Heller did not sell your Internet History
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/09/2017 - 11:28amIt looks like liberals are now in the business of using billboards to promote their delusions. They have hijacked the truth and put it on Interstate 580 for everyone to see with a billboard making the ridiculous claim that Senator Dean Heller voted to allow companies to purchase your Internet browsing history.
This claim is a far cry from the truth. All the Republican-controlled Congress did is restore the rule of law by repealing the political favoritism of the Obama Administration's regulatory overreach. Your privacy is still intact and the liberals know it.
Nevada Humane Society: Boxes as preferred toy of cats; kitty rescued from Carson City tree up for adoption
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/01/2017 - 3:34pmThe doorbell rings. Dogs bark. Cats scramble to hide. Or maybe they run to greet your visitor. Either way, something big is happening. You answer the door to find the Fed Ex guy with a giant cardboard box. It’s like Christmas, Halloween and a birthday all rolled into one — for the cats.
Missing Reno woman located, family asks for privacy
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/01/2017 - 12:45pmUPDATE 10:27AM THURSDAY: The following was on Missing Pieces Network: Kirsten has been located and sadly, she is no longer with us. Her family has requested prayers, silence, and respect for their privacy at this time. Thank you to everyone who has helped in the search for her. Please keep her loved ones in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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Kirsten Yamaoka, 21, of Reno is missing. She was last seen on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017 when she left work early after falling ill. She spoke to her father on the morning of Feb. 23 and has not been heard from or seen since.
Lyon County Region Coalition Welcomes 10 AmeriCorps Workers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/04/2016 - 12:57pmLyon County, Nevada – Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties recently welcomed ten AmeriCorps members who will serve communities throughout the Lyon County region during the 2016-2017 fiscal year. Christy McGill, director for Healthy Communities, explained that “all are Lyon County residents with a stellar history of volunteerism, selected due to their passion for helping others.”
Chamber, Partnership Carson City offer workplace drug policy marijuana workshops
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/09/2016 - 6:43amWill the Marijuana initiative pass? Your guess is as good as ours, but in case it does, all employers need to have a drug policy in place to deal with drugs in the workplace – updated to include marijuana.
Marijuana and the workplace to be addressed at Carson City forum this Friday
Submitted by editor on Sun, 06/05/2016 - 2:11pmA presentation Friday organized by Partnership Carson City and the district attorney’s office will help employers and the public understand new laws governing drug use and what effect they will have on the workplace.
Half billion dollar revitalization at Tahoe South revives national and natural treasure
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/02/2016 - 6:19pmThe south shore at Lake Tahoe is continuing its revitalization to the tune of $500-plus million with new accommodations, retail space, restaurants, and area attractions that reinforce authentic experiences.
The investments, improvements and a confident, singular vibe from locals and adventure seekers has coalesced with the spectacular natural beauty and outdoor recreation to create one of the country’s most desirable destinations, with Lake Tahoe at its center.
New Crop 2016
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/26/2016 - 8:08amThe Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] announces its exhibition, New Crop 2016, by five artists from Sierra Nevada College and the University of Nevada Reno at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Friday, June 3, 5-7pm and the artists will give brief talks about their work at 5:30pm. The show will be open to the public Monday – Friday, 8am -5pm from June 3 – September 29, 2016. The Courthouse is located at 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The reception and the exhibition are free.
Nevada student data privacy challenged in constitutional petition drive
Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/05/2015 - 11:35pmA group headed by Sharron Angle, Sen. Don Gustavson and education activist John Eppolito on Thursday urged support for a constitutional amendment to restrict access to public school student data.They ...
Locker rooms no place for press
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/01/2015 - 9:41pmIn spite of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, which guarantees freedom of the press, there are some places where journalists don’t belong and are simply not allowed: At times inside a court room with closed proceedings, a jury deliberation room, a medical exam room, and in a legal consultation, among other places.
Column: Power of attorney for health care planning suggestions
Submitted by editor on Wed, 09/30/2015 - 11:47am"Planning in advance for how we want to be cared for as we age should be an ongoing process, and continued until the need for care arises. Health care decisions should be an individual's right." by John M. Parr, JD
Many decisions need to be made, including: Who will care for us?; How much should be done to prolong life; Will I have enough to pay for the care?
Being Well Carson City: A Social Media Life
Submitted by editor on Mon, 09/21/2015 - 12:37pmI think the irony of the Ashley Madison hacking story is probably what prompted me to write this article about personal privacy. While a large number of people desire to keep their personal activities secret, it is amazing to compare the “small number of Ashley Madison users” to the enormous number of us who appear to be conducting much of our lives openly on the web through Facebook and many other sites.
Why won't Harry Reid reveal the identities of three contributors?
Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/18/2015 - 1:59pmUPDATE: After I posted this, Reid spokeswoman Kristen Orthman finally gave me answer, saying the names would not be released out of privacy: "It was donors who had passed away and had already given to the general election."
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Tahoe ski resort honors fallen Forest Service firefighter, employee with candlelight vigil
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/10/2015 - 6:47pmSierra-at-Tahoe will hold a candlelight vigil Wednesday for Michael Hallenbeck of Shingle Springs, Calif. The 21-year old U.S. Forest Service firefighter died Saturday fighting a lightning-caused fire south of Echo Summit.
Known by friends and family as Mikey, Hallenbeck was a Sierra-at-Tahoe employee for the past two seasons and a local firefighter.
Column: Think twice about trading liberty for 'rights'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/05/2015 - 8:19amWhen the framers of the U.S. Constitution created the Bill of Rights, their purpose was to put in writing the limits of government. They were less concerned with what individuals should be allowed to do and more concerned with what the government should or should not be allowed to do.
These rights that we claim as ours aren’t really rights at all, but rather guarantees of what the government is not allowed to do to us.
Drone limits bill sent to Gov. Sandoval
Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/19/2015 - 3:06pmThe Nevada Senate gave final legislative action Tuesday to a bill designed to set limits on drones and protect privacy rights....
Washington Digest: House votes to rein in NSA surveillance
Submitted by admin on Sat, 05/16/2015 - 11:30pmThe U.S. House last week voted to end the National Security Agency’s mass collection of telephone records, a piece of the Patriot Act decried as a privacy invasion but which the Obama administration says is crucial to detect potential terrorist attacks....
Carson City man jailed on felony grand larceny charge after wallet not returned to owner
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/08/2015 - 9:48amA Carson City man was arrested Tuesday on felony suspicion of grand larceny after allegedly stealing a wallet a customer left behind at a pizza restaurant in February and then not returning it, a Carson City sheriff’s detective said.
Patrick Michael Murray, 31, was taken into custody at 11 a.m. in the 1400 block of East William Street with a bail of $25,000. Murray told the investigator during an interview that he called the owner of the wallet and said she had already picked it up but then later changed his story, saying he sent the wallet to her in the mail, according Detective Sam Hatley.
Bill would impose privacy restrictions on drones in Nevada
Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 8:35amA bill setting privacy restrictions on private and police use of drones is drawing criticism. Democratic Assemblyman Elliot Anderson is sponsoring AB 239, which is scheduled for a hearing Tuesday morning in ......
Gov. Sandoval State of the State 2015 Full Text
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/15/2015 - 10:44pmHere is the full text of Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval's speech delivered to the Nevada Legislature Thursday, Jan. 15, 2015.
Mr. President, Mr. Speaker, Distinguished Members of the Legislature, Honorable Justices of the Supreme Court, Constitutional Officers:
Always Warm at the Travertine Hot Springs at Bridgeport, Calif.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/11/2014 - 2:56amThe weather may be getting chilly in Carson City, and we do have a storm on the way. One place that stays warm year round is the water is the natural hot springs found at Travertine.
Cyber Awareness: Feds urge citizens to secure computers to protect personal information
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/08/2014 - 1:43pmSince October 2004 National Cyber Security Awareness Month, administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, reminds citizens of the importance of protecting not only individual identities, finances and privacy but also our country’s national security, critical infrastructure and economy. Cyber security is a responsibility shared by all — the public sector, the private sector, and the general public.