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Dayton High School athletic registration open for spring sports
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/08/2019 - 11:45pmDayton High School Spring sports registration for baseball, softball, field and track, boys golf has begun. Registrations must be complete on Register My Athlete by 3 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14. Current fall and winter athletes must register as well for a spring sport if they are participating.
Nevada Art Council to host Carson City workshop on grant funding
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 01/08/2019 - 12:24pmThe Nevada Art Council will be hosting a Grants Workshop in Carson City on Thursday, Jan. 10, to go over the new grant programs for 2020, as well as lessons on how to craft a grant proposal.
'Tell Me You Love Me' Romance Film Competition open for registration
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/05/2019 - 10:41pmCARSON CITY — Tell Me You Love Me Short Romance Film competition is now open for registration. Starting on Wednesday, Jan. 30, registered filmmakers will have exactly one week to conceive, write, produce and complete a short romance film that’s between 5- and 9-minutes long.
All of the films will be screened at a special dinner and screening event at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City on Valentine's Day.
2019 Carson High Safe and Sober 5K Run-Walk Feb. 9
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/05/2019 - 3:34pmPlease join us on Feb. 9 at 10 a.m. for the ninth annual Carson High Safe Grad Safe & Sober 5K Run/Walk.
This event is organized by volunteers of the Carson High Safe Grad Booster and will be held, once again, at the Carson High School Track-Field.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 5
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/04/2019 - 7:51pmLet's hear it for the first weekend of the new year, because it won't happen again for another 12 months.
The first weekend of 2019 also means the first Saturday of the month, which is the day of the Downtown Business Association Monthly Wine Walk in downtown Carson City, come rain, snow, wind or shine.
That's a good thing, too, because this weekend will likely have all of that.
Gentle Movement Qigong
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/04/2019 - 8:53amHappy New Year! This new year brings the opportunity to refresh, renew, purify, and transform your energetic body through healing qigong.
Come learn this gentle movement form of Qigong, called Sheng Zhen Qigong, with Deborah Stevenson in an eight-week series.
Committing to a full eight weeks allows you to learn the form in a progressive way, with each week building on the last. By the end of the eight weeks, you will have a good base for creating your own qigong practice at home.
What is Qigong?
Happenings around Carson City for Thursday Jan. 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/03/2019 - 9:40amHello Carson City, and welcome to Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019. Enjoy mostly sunny skies and warming temperatures today as the weather will begin to change Friday into the weekend with chances for rain and snow in Western Nevada and the Sierra.
Carson Tahoe Health offers weekly tobacco and smoking cessation classes
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/02/2019 - 12:50pmCARSON CITY — Quitting tobacco is not easy. Tobacco is a physical, psychological and social addiction, so to successfully quit, you'll need to address all three levels. Join us in this program, where you'll receive education, addiction support, and motivation to quit using tobacco for good.
Introduction to classic mystery novels and films offered at TMCC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/02/2019 - 9:18am“The Maltese Falcon” and “The Big Sleep” are two of the many noir novels and films explored in The Golden Age of Mysteries, a one-evening community education class at Truckee Meadows Community College on Jan. 29.
The class will examine works by crime and suspense novelists of the 1930s and 1940s and the films that were adapted from their books. Clips from some of the movies of the period will be shown.
What's happening around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/01/2019 - 11:40pmIf you're reading this, you've officially survived the holiday season. Good day Carson City, it is Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019. We're in for a warming trend for the next couple days, with highs in the low 40s today, and low 50s by Thursday into Friday. And then another weather system may blow in time for the weekend. Stay tuned.
Looking back on Nevada’s conservation, preservation highlights in 2018; sneak peek into 2019
Submitted by editor on Mon, 12/31/2018 - 3:07pmCARSON CITY — 2018 was an exciting year for the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. As we put 2018 in the rear-view mirror, we’d like to celebrate some of our more notable highlights from the past year, and share a glimpse into what’s in store for 2019.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 29
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/28/2018 - 10:34pmThe last week of 2018 is flying by and the year's final weekend is upon us.
Daytime temperatures should warm up into the 40s today and near 50 by Sunday, so get out and enjoy the bright winter sunshine and fresh, crisp December air.
Winter sport conditioning program continues into 2019 at Well Being
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/26/2018 - 1:27pmCARSON CITY — By Popular Demand Well Being Massage and Functional Fitness will continue to run its Winter Sport Conditioning Program for two more separate 3-week sessions. The winter season is rocking. Will you be? Lock in your best season of skiing, trekking, snow-boarding and snow mobiling ever and ensure yourself that when the snow calls you, your fitness level will not let you down.
Early registration Wednesday for Carson City Off-Road Epic Rides bike race
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/26/2018 - 10:25amComing into its fourth year in 2019 with an expanded off-road series of community-oriented, family-friendly mountain bike events, Epic Rides will hold its community discount night in Carson City on Wednesday, Jan. 2.
Carson City deputies make arrests for DUI, obstructing and felony warrants
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/25/2018 - 11:48amA 33-year-old man was arrested Sunday in the area of Highway 50 and Fairview on multiple charges including failing to register as a sex offender, a felony and misdemeanor DUI.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 22
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/21/2018 - 9:14pmBid farewell to Autumn, because today is the first full day of Winter.
This is also the last weekend before Christmas Day, which means the last Santa Trains of the season at the Nevada Railroad Museum. Santa Claus also leaves his North Pole headquarters at the Carson Mall Sunday in preparation for his big night.
Tribal officers injured after Dresslerville suspect resists arrest
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/21/2018 - 5:50pmOn Thursday December 13, 2018 at approximately 8:15 p.m., two Washoe Tribe Police Department Officers were dispatched to a domestic disturbance on the Dresslerville Community located in Douglas County.
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Wednesday Dec. 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 8:52amGood morning Carson City! It’s going to be another beautiful winter day today with a high of 54 and a low of 30. It should be mostly sunny until around 4 pm when the clouds should start to move in for the night.
Here’s what’s going on around town today, Wednesday December 19:
Teens invited to Carson City Library to upcycle discarded books into gift bags
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/18/2018 - 11:35amThe Carson City Library is hosting a workshop to upcycle discarded books into original gift bags on Wednesday, Dec. 19 for local teenagers.
All instructions and supplies will be provided; you only have to register to be a part of the workshop!
"Browse through colorful picture books for inspiration, or use text-rich books to create a work of art that doubles as a gift bag," said a spokesperson for the library.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Dec. 18
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 6:04pmDeer are more visible in Carson City this time of year, but it's not because Santa Claus is coming to town exactly one week from now.
Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: IHOP burglary suspect identified
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 2:15pmA transient man arrested Thursday night in connection with a cash register and money stolen from the Carson City IHOP has been identified as one Robert Havens, who was booked on multiple felony charges, including burglary, grand larceny, and possession of methamphetamine.
Carson City Sheriff: Suspect in IHOP burglary in custody; drugs and jewelry found in search
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 1:26amA suspect who went into Carson City IHOP late Thursday night, knocked over the cash register and took money from the till was located and taken into custody for his alleged connection to the crime, according to Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.
Starbucks Roasting Plant & Distribution Center Open House/Hiring Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 11:16amStarbucks Roasting Plant & Distribution Center is hosting an open house/hiring event at their facility on January 17, 2019 from 04:00 p.m. – 06:00 p.m. Starbucks Roasting Plant & Distribution Center is located at 2525 Starbucks Way, Minden, NV 89423.
Available jobs are: Distribution Partner/Picker (JO# 460064) and Distribution Specialist (JO# 460069).
To register for this event, please visit Nevada JobConnect to receive a referral.
For more information, please visit the nearest Nevada JobConnect location for details.
The Business Edge: Tourism: An Economic Canary in the Coal Mine
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/12/2018 - 4:57pmJoin us to learn about how the Tourism industry responds to changes in the economy. Our event speakers include Bob Potts, Research Director of GOED, and John McGinnes, Director of Sales at the Atlantis Casino Resort & Spa.
Carson City Ski Program is back for 6-12th graders, partners with Boreal Ski Resort
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/12/2018 - 12:56pmFor the first time since the recession, the Ski Program offered by Carson City is back. The program ended around 2012, due to a low enrollment brought on by the recession. But now, Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space has partnered with Boreal Ski Resort to bring the program back.
Registration ends Friday for Carson City area Salvation Army Christmas assistance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/11/2018 - 3:01pmCARSON CITY — The Salvation Army will be providing a Christmas food basket to families and individuals in need and toys for children 0-17 years old. All those wishing to receive assistance must register either Thursday or Friday.
Carson City Parks and Rec leads Interpretive Holiday Hike; next hike on Jan. 5
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/11/2018 - 12:44pmThis past Saturday, the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department held an interpretive Holiday Hike. Wrapping up the Friends of Silver Saddle Ranch’s Holiday Open House, our group of about 20 hikers ventured out and explored parts of the Mexican Ditch and River Trails.
What's happening around Carson City this Monday, Dec. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/10/2018 - 2:17amHello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Dec. 10, 2018. Kicking off the work week we can expect cloud coverage today with a 30 percent chance of rain or snow showers after 10 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. Little or no snow accumulation is expected though the roads may get icy in spots. Here is what's happening around Carson City today:
Carson City sheriff's crime log: Deputies make multiple battery, DUI arrests early Saturday
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/09/2018 - 11:24amA 27 year-old Carson City man was arrested early Saturday morning for misdemeanor suspicion of first-offense domestic battery, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.
Northern Nevada Development Authority to host Jan. 23 State of the Counties talk
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 5:52pmThe managers of Carson City, Churchill, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties will provide an overview of their county. Their presentations will focus on county successes, challenges, and plans for the future.
NNDA’s The Business Edge is a monthly educational series providing information on issues and trends of interest to the northern Nevada business community.