self-defense
Bill limiting police chokeholds, requiring duty to intervene passes Nevada Assembly in bipartisan vote
Submitted by admin on Sun, 08/02/2020 - 10:55amA bill that restricts police use of chokeholds, allows recording of law enforcement and calls for drug testing of officers involved in shootings passed the Assembly with bipartisan support, in spite of criticism that lawmakers could have gone further to address police brutality.
Carson Valley firearms training business expands, grand opening Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/16/2019 - 1:41pmA firearms training business has expanded in Carson Valley, with the owner having an impressive list of credentials, a team of five instructors and a state of the art classroom.
Nevada Lore Series: the murderous Thanksgiving Reno Rampage of Priscilla Ford
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 07/13/2019 - 11:22amOn Thanksgiving Day almost forty years ago, a mentally ill woman carried out what would today be considered a terrorist attack on the streets of Reno.
Man sentenced to 34 years in prison in Carson City's first convicted hate crime
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 03/28/2019 - 11:40amTravis Mickelson, a Dayton resident, was sentenced to 11 to 34 years in prison Thursday in Carson City District Court in what was tried and prosecuted as Carson City's first hate crime.
In November of 2018, Mickelson was convicted by a jury in Judge James Russell's court of attempted murder with hate crime enhancements, as well as battery and assault with a deadly weapon.
Free self defense class this Saturday at Carson City's Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/14/2019 - 10:57pmIdealists of Carson City, a club for positive change that meets monthly at the Brewery Arts Center, will have its next meeting on March 16, at 3 p.m. and the public is invited.
We have scheduled a self-defense class. The class will be upstairs in the Brewery Arts Ballroom, 449 King Street, Carson City. The instructor is Sean Morey, a martial arts teacher. Please wear comfortable clothing, and invite anyone you think would benefit from and enjoy this presentation. This event is free, however a $5 donation for the instructor is appreciated.
Tazmanian Boxing Club in Carson City teaches anti-bullying, self-defense for community
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/23/2019 - 4:20pmIt's a frigid Wednesday night outside, but inside the Tazmanian Boxing Club in Carson City, the gym is packed with children and adults working up a sweat while learning valuable skills.
Carson City man arrested for attempted laundromat burglary; five arrested for domestic battery
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 11:20amEarly Monday morning Daniel Nunez of Carson City was arrested on the charges of Burglary, possession of a burglary tool, and violation of a suspended sentence.
The 28-year-old was arrested after allegedly robbing a local laundromat.
Carson City jury convicts man of attempted murder in racially charged shooting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/11/2018 - 12:15pmA Carson City jury convicted a local man of attempted murder with hate crime enhancements Friday as well as battery and assault with a deadly weapon following an incident in east Carson City last year where the man shot more than a dozen rounds into a vehicle occupied by five Sikh men visiting the area, injuring one.
Woman jailed for burglary after allegedly breaking into pickup, scuffling with owner
Submitted by editor on Fri, 02/23/2018 - 2:57pmA 21-year-old woman was arrested early Friday in the 3000 block of Airport Road for suspicion of felony burglary and misdemeanor battery, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.
Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Man brandishes knife, arrested for drug possession
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/29/2017 - 1:47pmA 45 year-old man was taken into custody Thursday evening at 5:53 p.m. at a business in the 900 block of South Carson Street after being found in possession of a controlled substance, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy said.
Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Man busted for disorderly conduct after show of aggression
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 10/14/2017 - 11:31amA 37 year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday afternoon in the area of North Roop Street and East College Parkway for misdemeanor disorderly conduct, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy said, after he had been displaying aggressive behavior in public.
Groundhog Day for the Gun Controllers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/11/2017 - 2:20pmWe were greatly saddened and angered by the October 1 attack launched by a terrorist from MGM’s Mandalay Bay Hotel in Las Vegas on the Route 91 Harvest Festival 2017 music concert.
The people we know who were at the concert all had left prior to the attack or managed to get away unharmed. But we have friends who lost people in this horrendous attack. And even folks who did not know anyone directly affected by this mass murder are rightly shocked, angered and troubled by it.
Business Spotlight: Guns and more at Wild Bill's Too
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 9:15amThere's a new gun store in Carson City, and it's packing, loaded heavy with an enormous selection of firearms and ammunition.
The breadth and depth of choices for firearms enthusiasts are what make the business stand out, Store Manager David Powell said.
Carson City District Attorney Report: Deputy Howell acted 'justifiably' in 2015 fatal shooting
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/10/2017 - 2:13pmCarson City District Attorney Jason Woodbury announced Monday that a sheriff’s deputy acted in self-defense in the 2015 shooting of a domestic violence suspect. Deputy Carl Howell and Jonathon Pope were both killed when they exchanged gunfire at Pope’s residence in Carson City in the early morning hours of August 15, 2015.
Senator Square: Another award for Carson High yearbook and its staff
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/20/2017 - 8:58pmAriana Schmidt, Executive Editor of the 2017 Carneta yearbook and Carson High School News Magazine, accepted yet another Gallery of Excellence award from Walsworth Sales Representative Natasha Volpe.
Senator Square: Sharks at Carson High School circle the tank in entrepreneur skills contest
Submitted by editor on Sat, 02/25/2017 - 8:40pmBringing an American reality television series to CHS Business Students is another reason why Carson High School is a cutting edge high school. Thanks to teachers Billy McHenry and Angila Golik as well as Carson City community professionals, students are offered real life experiences.
Carson Mall hosts inaugural health, wellness and safety fair in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/28/2017 - 10:01pmThe first annual Carson Mall Health, Wellness, and Safety Fair was held on Saturday, Jan. 28.
Trisha Pagayuan, Promotions Director of the Carson Mall, talked about how the event came about in the community.
Business Spotlight: Get firearms smart at Carson Guns and Training
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 9:43amThere's a fresh nugget of wisdom found at 1804 E. William Street, site of the giant golden rock that had once marked the location of a pawn shop for years.
A new firearms retailer opened at the space in September, bringing with it a wealth of knowledge and experience that owners Randall and Jennifer Brooks of Carson City hope to impart to area gun owners, as well as to the gun-curious.
Carson City District Attorney to retry man now on parole in 1995 slaying
Submitted by editor on Thu, 12/01/2016 - 2:43pmCarson City's District Attorney said Thursday he would retry a man on parole for charges related to the death of William Gibson that happened more than 20 years ago.
Carson City arrests: Woman arrested for third domestic battery offense
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 11/06/2016 - 11:07amA 21-year-old Mound House woman was arrested Friday, 1:15 p.m. in the area of Siskiyou Drive for felony suspicion of third offense domestic battery, gross misdemeanor destruction of property and misdemeanor battery, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Ballot Questions -- State 1. Background checks for all gun transfers -- NO
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 8:58amDigest and arguments:
http://files.constantcontact.com/d2820800501/c76d91ef-30c6-4744-833a-727...
Actual text:
http://carson.org/home/showdocument?id=51136
First, let's begin with the simple fact that all gun control measures, actual or proposed, are prima facie unconstitutional. Why? Because the Second Amendment plainly says "… the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed."
From computers to fitness and fashion, WNC Continuing Education offers courses this fall
Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/15/2016 - 12:13pmAlthough the fall semester has begun at Western Nevada College, many noncredit educational and self-improvement classes are still available through WNC Continuing Education.
Class offerings range from learning the Washoe language to Tai Chi, to accounting methods designed for small business owners.
Background check initiative Question 1
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/01/2016 - 9:15pmEverytown for Gun Safety founded by (ex-NYC Mayor) Bloomberg, contributed $3,263,759.17 in cash and $488,346.66 worth of in-kind donations in support of this initiative.
Sheriff Allen of Washoe County has said/written “Question 1 would mean more gun restrictions on law-abiding Nevadans.” “…while doing nothing to stop criminals or make us any safer.”
Read the full text of Question 1 for yourself. The actual text would constitute the law, if passed, not the incorrect assertions by its supporters, some are quoted below.
US Navy accepts USNS Carson City at Friday ceremony in Alabama
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/27/2016 - 12:57pmThe U.S. Navy on Friday accepted delivery of the seventh expeditionary fast transport USNS Carson City during a ceremony held aboard the ship at Austal USA’s shipyard in Mobile, Alabama.
EPF 7 is the second U.S. Navy ship named for the city in Nevada. The first Carson City was designated PF-50 and commissioned March 24, 1944. She was loaned to Japan in 1953 and served for nearly 20 years in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. Carson City received two battle stars for World War II service.
USNS Carson City officially christened at ceremony, remarks by Mayor Crowell
Submitted by editor on Sun, 01/17/2016 - 11:41amThe U.S. Navy christened its newest fast-transport ship, the USNS Carson City EPF-7 at a ceremony Saturday in Mobile, Alabama. Susan Asbury Crowell, wife of Carson City Mayor Robert Crowell, and sponsor of the ship, officially introduced it with a bottle of champagne during the ceremony, which also featured Nevada Congressman Mark Amodei.
Carson City mayor, wife to christen USNS Carson City fast transport
Submitted by editor on Fri, 01/15/2016 - 5:26pmThe U.S. Navy will christen its newest expeditionary fast transport, USNS Carson City (EPF 7), during a ceremony Saturday, Jan. 16 in Mobile, Ala. Carson City, designated EPF 7, honors the city of Carson City, Nev.
Vice Adm. Joseph P. Mulloy, deputy chief of Naval Operations, Integration of Capabilities and Resources, will serve as principal speaker. Susan Asbury Crowell, wife of the Honorable Robert Crowell, Mayor of Carson City, Nev., will serve as the ship’s sponsor. In a time-honored Navy tradition, she will give the order to “man our ship and bring her to life!”
JoAnne Skelly column: Banner year for Black Widow spiders
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/04/2015 - 6:22amI’m fairly tolerant of most insects and spiders. I try to move them outside if I find them in the house rather than kill them. However, I do kill black widow spiders. It seems as if this was a banner year for black widows. I never used to find them in the house, only in the detached garage. Lately, I have found quite a few indoors.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: March 28-29
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/27/2015 - 5:09pmThe sun is shining, the flowers blooming, the birds chirping, the wind gusting, and Carson City is hopping! Easter fun can be found this weekend at the annual EGGstravaganza at Carson Tahoe Medical Center, the Children’s Museum, the Carson Mall, and the Brewery Arts Center.
Head over to Mills Park for the Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration, complete with military vehicles, exhibits, and more. For demonstrations from soldiers with an even older history, the Nevada Civil War Volunteers will be in Dayton Saturday.
WNC Community Education Classes Offer Employment and Life Skills
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/02/2015 - 6:37pmWestern Nevada College non-credit Community Education classes not only offer job skill preparation, they also help build life skills and provide help with personal health. Several classes are on tap this spring that will provide benefits to local residents.
Bill introduced to allow deadly self-defense in carjackings in Nevada
Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/17/2015 - 12:41pmA bill that would expand the definition of justifiable homicide to extend beyond a home invasion to include those defending themselves in a carjacking type of situation was introduced in the Assembly on Tuesday....