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Carson City Little League Registration now open for 2024 season
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/10/2024 - 10:29amCarson City Little League registration is now open for the 2024 season.
Mike Tice weekend charity golf tourney for Boys and Girls Club returns in July
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/26/2021 - 9:20amUndoubtedly a year like no other, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada’s Mike Tice Charity Weekend was one many events cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Senator Square: Destination unknown is theme of Carson High School's 2021 Winterfest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 7:21amStudents from all four classes recently nominated Carson High School Winterfest candidates for 2021 Winterfest week, Feb. 1-5, where both a King and Queen will be crowned. The theme, Destination Unknown, was decided upon; since students are not allowed to experience the vacations they love, they are bringing their vacation destinations to CHS.
Carson City Library hosts Virtual Program: Art Night Out
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/23/2021 - 12:50pmJoin us once a month to relax through art! Every month we will explore a different technique to use art to help de-stress. For the month of January, we will be making handwoven potholders. Registration is required. Zoom link will be sent out morning of the program.
Carson City Library Offers Video Tutorials for Computer and Software Basics
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/23/2021 - 12:03pmDid you know that the Carson City Library offers video tutorials to help you learn more about computers and softwares?
Join us virtually on Youtube for virtual programs listed below. No registration required! We offer new content every month.
Visit our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/carsoncitylibrarypage
Upcoming Topics include:
Microsoft Office for Beginners
Google Applications Tutorials
Canva for Beginners
Contact creativelearning@carsoncitylibrary.org with any questions.
Constitutional expert to speak to Carson City Republicans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/21/2021 - 4:03pmShawn Meehan, a US Constitutional teacher and speaker, will be speaking to the Carson City Republican General meeting at the Carson City Casino Fandango on Thursday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m..
Carson City Symphony Association announces Carson Chamber Singers director
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 1:36pmCarson City Symphony Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard “Ricky” Hutton as Director of Carson Chamber Singers. His connection with the Carson Chamber Singers goes back to the summer of 2019, when he directed the Singers in the June Pops Party concert in Carson City and the July 4th concert in Genoa.
Carson City Library hosts first Bionics Camp in February
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 1:31pmReimagining learning, the Carson City Library is bringing robotics technology and engineering to Carson City middle school students starting in February.
Celebrate your Valentine with 'The Devil Made Me Do It' Virginia City getaway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/18/2021 - 4:56pmVirginia City is offering lovers a chance to celebrate a special Valentine’s Day getaway without going too far from home. "The Devil Made Me Do It" takes place Saturday, Feb. 13 in Virginia City, Nev., and includes options for couples or small groups of friends to enjoy a historically quaint Valentine’s weekend in the mountain mining town.
Carson City Library Offers Video Tutorials for Computer and Software Basics
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/16/2021 - 12:11pmDid you know that the Carson City Library offers video tutorials to help you learn more about computers and softwares?
Join us virtually on Youtube for virtual programs listed below. No registration required! We offer new content every month.
Carson City Classic Cinema Club hosts 'Love Notes' Short Romance Film and Music Video Competition
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 8:59pmAttention Carson City area filmmakers: Make a romantic short film or music video in 2 weeks in our Love Notes Short Romance Film and Music Video Competition.
WNC Continuing Education program offers more career training
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 5:15pmWestern Nevada College has revamped its Continuing Education program and is now geared toward providing career training and professional development, as well as offering a variety of personal enrichment classes like it has in the past.
Senator Square: Carson High School mourns loss of senior Jacqueline Milagros Acosta-Bruno
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/10/2021 - 8:23amJacqueline Milagros Acosta-Bruno was born Nov. 17, 2002 at Washoe Medical Center in Reno, Nev., to Claudia Bruno and Hector Acosta. She has four younger brothers and sisters, all attending Carson City Schools, as well as a sibling just 18-months-old.
Carson City man arrested after deputies locate a methamphetamine pipe he claims belongs to a co-worker
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/08/2021 - 12:05pmA 57-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of E. Nye Lane for speeding, driving with a revoked license, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Soroptimist International of Carson City Announces 'Women Helping Women' Honorees to be Recognized on Feb. 18
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/08/2021 - 9:55amSoroptimist International of Carson City is pleased to announce our “Women Helping Women” Honorees to be recognized for their dedication to improving the lives of women or girls in our community, at our Virtual “Celebrating Women Helping Women” Recognition Event, via Zoom, on February 18, 2021 from 6:30 pm to 8 pm.
Truth Matters
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 4:55pmTruth matters. Character matters. Liberty matters. And for these reasons, I’m a man without a party.
I left the GOP yesterday, at least, officially. I may have just changed my voter registration to nonpartisan, but I didn’t vote for Trump back in 2016.
Nevada Congressman Amodei votes to uphold Arizona’s electoral votes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/06/2021 - 10:45pmWASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-02) released the following statement Wednesday after voting to uphold Arizona’s electoral votes:
Carson City arrests: Man jailed for having stolen vehicle, discharging firearm
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 2:50pmA 29-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday for suspicion of possession of stolen property, a stolen vehicle and unlawful discharge of a firearm, a sheriff's booking report states.
Last day to register for WNC’s 3-week winter session classes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/04/2021 - 12:17pmRegistration ends Monday, Jan. 4 for Western Nevada College’s 3-week courses offered during winter session.
All courses will be offered online and end by Jan. 22.
From more family court judges to a tracking program for evidence kits, new laws take effect in Nevada on Jan. 1
Submitted by admin on Sat, 01/02/2021 - 2:10pmWith the new year, a new set of laws is once again taking effect.
Of the hundreds of bills the Legislature passed in 2019, nine finally became effective either in whole or in part on Friday with the start of the new year and as the next legislative session is set to begin in February.
Only one DUI arrest reported on New Year's Eve in Carson City for the end of 2020
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 3:15pmIn a great way to start the New Year, only one DUI was reported by the Carson City Sheriff’s Office last night on New Year’s Eve in what is surely the lowest number in recent years.
Beginning beekeeping class offered in January
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 2:56pmIs beekeeping on your bucket list? Need help getting started. A one-day workshop for beginning beekeepers will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2021, at the Catholic Center, 311 Virginia St, Yerington, Nev. The workshop is focused and designed for individuals with little or no beekeeping experience.
Senator Square: Carson High School student initiates independent Senior Project
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 7:35amCHS Senior Abby Golik, after being told Senior Projects, a Carson High School graduation requirement, were temporarily cancelled, decided she wanted to do a Senior Project anyway.
Carson City arrests: Ex-felon jailed for felony weapon offenses; man booked for suspected DUI hit and run
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/17/2020 - 11:28amA 25-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of being an ex-felon in possession of a firearm, concealing a firearm without a permit and a misdemeanor theft warrant.
Final week to register for WNC's 5-week winter session classes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/15/2020 - 12:20pmWinter session classes at Western Nevada College are filling up fast so don’t wait to register for the 5-week short-term classes that start on Dec. 21 and the 3-week courses that begin on Jan. 4.
Carson City Park, Recreation and Open Space to host 'Ugly Sweater Walk' this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/14/2020 - 12:42pmPick out your favorite ugly holiday sweater for Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space's first ever ugly sweater hike. The hike will take place on Saturday, Dec. 19 at Empire Ranch.
Dayton-based gun manufacturer raided by ATF for selling 'ghost guns'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/11/2020 - 10:13amAccording to an article originally published in the Washington Post, federal agents of the ATF (Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) raided Lyon County based Polymer80, a company accused of illegally manufacturing and distributing firearms, failing to pay taxes, shipping guns across state lines, and failing to conduct background investigations.
According to a press release issued by District of Columbia Attorney General Karl A. Racine in June of 2020, a lawsuit was filed against Polymer80 for selling what are described as “ghost guns.”
Carson City Library continues to serve community while making improvements and upgrades
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/10/2020 - 10:18amIn addition to being available by phone and online, the Carson City Library and staff remain committed to delivering its services to the local community through a variety of avenues. While currently closed to the public, the library is completing upgrades and installations to enable vulnerable populations to continue to safely access library collections.
Carson City woman arrested for pushing boyfriend after he allegedly crashed her car on purpose
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/08/2020 - 12:05pmA 28-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 2800 block of U.S. Highway 50 E. for suspicion of domestic battery after pushing her boyfriend after he allegedly crashed her car, something she said he did on purpose because she was going to break up with him, according to a sheriff's office booking report. The boyfriend was also arrested by the Nevada Highway Patrol for suspicion of DUI.
Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space to host holiday hike this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/07/2020 - 10:52pm‘Tis the season for a fun outdoors holiday adventure. Join us for our annual Holiday Hike at Silver Saddle Ranch this Saturday, Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. We will hike around and learn about the history of the Holidays. This hike will be socially distanced, and everyone is required to wear a mask. We can’t wait to see you there!