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Fishing Report For the week of May 25 through Memorial Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/25/2011 - 12:00amHere is this week's fishing report for the week of May 25 through Memorial Day weekend. The report is for rivers, streams and lakes in Northern Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra.
North coast salmon season opener shows promise
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/24/2011 - 9:38pmBy the California Department of Fish and Game
Department of Fish and Game biologists are expecting a promising north coast salmon fishing season through Labor Day, Sept. 5.
The sport season opened Saturday in the Klamath Management Zone, which stretches from the Oregon border to Horse Mountain, located just north of Shelter Cove.
The return of a healthy sport fishing season is excellent news for anglers and businesses in the region.
Founders Day Celebration Saturday June 9
Submitted by Brewery Arts Center on Tue, 05/24/2011 - 12:56pmBody of missing Washoe Tribe member found
Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/24/2011 - 4:01amA man whose body was found Saturday has been identified as 43-year-old Charles Michael Mose, a Washoe Tribal member, who has been missing since May 5.Mose, 43, was last seen in the Stewart Indian C...
Plan ahead now for Hot August Nights at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/23/2011 - 8:35pm(PRESS RELEASE) Stateline, Nev. — Classic chrome polished cars, rock n' roll and Lake Tahoe will make for a Hot August Nights to remember, August 6-9 at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa, the host site for one of the area’s most highly attended summer events.
The South Lake Tahoe leg of the famed Northern Nevada car show arrives at 6,225 feet elevation, with arguably the best hot rod backdrop in the world: the nation's most famous crystal cool, blue lake.
Charles Michael Mose ID'd as man found dead near Carson River on Saturday
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/23/2011 - 5:07pmThe body of a man found Saturday near the Carson River in north Douglas County has been identified as Charles Michael Mose, 43.
Dayton 5K Race Results Announced
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/23/2011 - 4:05pmDayton’s first Healthy Communities Coalition 5K Walk/Run on May 14 attracted 50 contestants, plus 20 volunteers from Stand Tall and Dayton Task Force. The 5K fundraiser for Stand Tall’s youth leadership teams and Dayton Resource Bank resulted in $811 for the two local youth programs.
The event was a fun way for the community to exercise and to join together for two good causes. Organizers Lavurne Jeffreys and Star Erickson said they look forward to making this an annual event.
Arias, Maestretti win state titles
Submitted by admin on Sun, 05/22/2011 - 4:01amLAS VEGAS - Dayton High's Kathie Arias completed her three-peat by winning her third straight discus title at the NIAA 3A State Track & Field Championships Saturday at Del Sol High School.Arias, wh...
Douglas investigators working to identify body
Submitted by admin on Sun, 05/22/2011 - 4:01amThe Douglas County Sheriff's investigators are working to identify the body of a person that was found Saturday afternoon near the Carson River in northern Carson Valley.The body was discovered on ...
Congressional District 2 Special Election: GOP candidates meet women's federation
Submitted by admin on Sun, 05/22/2011 - 4:01amThree of the four Republicans candidates seeking Dean Heller's House seat told the Republican Women's Federation Saturday they would best carry out the conservative, small government, reduced spend...
Conservation groups ask to be charged like sportsmen
Submitted by admin on Sun, 05/22/2011 - 4:01amConservation groups asked lawmakers Saturday to create a system allowing them to be charged for using Nevada's wildlife management areas.Kyle Davis of the Nevada Conservation League told the Assemb...
Douglas investigators working to identify body
Submitted by admin on Sat, 05/21/2011 - 5:16pmThe Douglas County Sheriff's investigators are working to identify the body of a person that was found Saturday afternoon near the Carson River in northern Carson Valley.The body was discovered ...
Free event fun for kids, informative for all
Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/20/2011 - 4:01amCarson City Sheriff's Office is hosting the eighth annual Cops & Kids Sheriff's Open House Saturday - a safety, crime and substance abuse awareness fair. The event is from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Car...
McDonald's fundraiser benefits area schools
Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/20/2011 - 4:01am- Staff ReportCarson City Sheriff's Office is hosting the eighth annual Cops & Kids Sheriff's Open House Saturday - a safety, crime and substance abuse awareness fair. The event is from 10 a.m.-2 -...
McDonald's fundraiser benefits area schools
Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/20/2011 - 4:01am- Staff ReportCarson City Sheriff's Office is hosting the eighth annual Cops & Kids Sheriff's Open House Saturday - a safety, crime and substance abuse awareness fair. The event is from 10 a.m.-2 -...
Silver Springs Fly-In
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/19/2011 - 2:07pmCatch some great radio control model airplane soaring on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Silver Springs Fly-In at the Silver Springs Airport.
The High Sierra Radio Control Club plays host to the event, which will feature dozens of model airplanes in flight. Meet the pilots and learn more about radio controlled airplanes.
The Silver Springs Airport is located one mile west of the intersection of U. S. Highways 50 and Alternate 95 in Silver Springs.
PREPS: Arias shoots for 3-peat at state track
Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/19/2011 - 4:01amKathie Arias will have just a few things on her mind when she competes at the NIAA 3A State Track & Field Championships Friday and Saturday at Del Sol High School in Las Vegas.Consider the followin...
Storyteller brings to life tribes' ancient lore
Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/19/2011 - 4:01amAndy Allen shares his stories about Nevada's Native American history at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Brewery Arts Center.The presentation is part of BAC's "Cultures of Nevada" matinee series, and tick...
Oodles of Noodles winners announced
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/18/2011 - 4:01amThe 1st and 10 Bar and Grill walked away with the Judges Choice Award and one of three $300 prizes at the 10th annual Oodles of Noodles cookoff in Dayton last Saturday and Sunday.Also getting fi...
Oodles of Noodles winners announced
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/18/2011 - 4:01amThe 1st and 10 Bar and Grill walked away with the Judges Choice Award and one of three $300 prizes at the 10th annual Oodles of Noodles cookoff in Dayton last Saturday and Sunday.Also getting fi...
Nevada and California fishing report for May 18-25
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/18/2011 - 12:15amHere is the Northern Nevada, Northern California and Southern Oregon fishing report for the week of May 18-25:
Reminder that state nursery now open
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/17/2011 - 9:26pmBy the Nevada Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources
This is a reminder that the Nevada Division of Forestry State Tree Nursery in Washoe Valley opened for the season on May 12, 2011.
The nursery is open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 3 pm Thursday through Saturday until October 15, 2011.
The nursery is designed to assist landowners by providing plant material suitable for conservation uses such as, but not limited to, windbreaks, soil erosion control, water conservation, and wildlife habitats.
NDOW sponsors spin fishing clinic
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/17/2011 - 9:15pmBy the Nevada Department of Wildlife
The Nevada Department of Wildlife is offering a two-day still water beginning spin fishing clinic on May 20 and 21. The Friday evening session will take place at the Verdi Elementary School from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
This session will cover rod and reel selection, casting, line selection, basic knots and rigging for lure, bait and fly fishing with spinning gear.
Democrats Introduce Revised Congressional Maps
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 05/17/2011 - 3:23pmCARSON CITY — Since the governor did not like their last redistricting plan, Democrats are trying again with revisions to their redistricting maps.
Gov. Brian Sandoval earlier vetoed the Democratic plan for the boundaries of political districts, which must be redrawn every 10 years according to U.S. Census demographic data.
Eclectic to historical events mark Carson City summer calendar
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/17/2011 - 1:13pmCarson City's history, arts and culture will be featured throughout the summer with a litany of events and activities to resonate with families and their budgets, according to the Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Movie Review: Wiig sparkles in 'Bridesmaids' comedy
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 05/15/2011 - 3:16pm"Bridesmaids," a snappy film now playing at the Fandango Galaxy cineplex in Carson City, has been billed as a distant version of "Hangover," but I think that stretches things a bit.
Legislative committees vote to close Nevada State Prison in April 2012
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Sat, 05/14/2011 - 4:33pmNevada State Prison in Carson City is slated to close in April 2012, 150 years after it first opened.
The Senate Finance Committee and the Assembly Ways and Means Committee voted Saturday to close Nevada State Prison next year to save the state $17 million. Most of the inmates and staff will be transfered to other facilities, but approximately 30 employees will lose their jobs. The Las Vegas Sun has the details.
Nevada governor vetoes redistricting
Submitted by admin on Sat, 05/14/2011 - 2:10pmNevada Gov. Brian Sandoval vetoed a redistricting bill Saturday that was zipped through the Legislature by Democratic lawmakers, accusing the majority party of seeking political gain and violati...
Carson City area road report for May 16-22
Submitted by admin on Sat, 05/14/2011 - 7:04amThe following activities along Carson City roadways will take place due to utility work:
- On Monday, May 16 through Wednesday, May 18, work is scheduled on Curry Street near the intersection with King Street. There will be single lane traffic with flagger control.
- On Thursday, May 19, there will be single lane traffic with flagger control on Research Way south of College Parkway.
Court documents show two suspects admit to Reno murder
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/11/2011 - 4:15pmReno TV station KRNV Channel 4 reports this afternoon that documents filed in Reno Justice Court show that two of the suspects arrested and charged with an armed robbery Saturday night as part of a string of robberies between Reno and Carson City, have also reportedly admitted to participating in the fatal shooting of a Reno man early Sunday morning. Click on the link above or tune into KRNV MyNews4 at 5, 6 and 11 p.m. for the latest.