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by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/07/new_plans_for_city_center_uninspiring_and_underwhelming

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/07/new_plans_for_city_center_uninspiring_and_underwhelming

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/07/new_plans_for_city_center_uninspiring_and_underwhelming

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/07/07/new_plans_for_city_center_uninspiring_and_underwhelming

For those guys who liked their morning coffee with a little spice, you are going to have to find another way to get your thrills.

Just drove by Raley's Center this evening and noticed that Java Girls is no more. The signs have been changed to V&T Coffee Company. Guess the scantily clad barista thing didn't pan out.

CARSON CITY — In an effort to attract local riders and welcome the opening of the 2010 season, the Virginia & Truckee Railroad is offering $5 off adult tickets on all Friday train rides. The discount is available on adult tickets, May 29 through June 25, providing an affordable, $24 round trip voyage on a vintage diesel train between Carson City and Virginia City.

A team of athletes, many of whom are wounded Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, will leave from Golden Gate Bridge on Saturday for World T.E.A.M. Sports’ inaugural bike trek across America called Sea to Shining Sea. The group will arrive in Carson City on May 28 on their way to their Virginia Beach, Va., destination.

Of the 27 businesses that front the Plaza 50 in Carson City, home of the anchor store Sak N' Save, many of its merchants are now left to gauge how their own operations will change after learning the grocery store will close its doors for good on May 30.

But the show will go on for many of the merchants, who vow to put their best face on an otherwise bad situation. Much like the recession has been thus far in the capital city, the collective wisdom remains "hope for the best."

by Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/04/21/kohls_opening_date_set

CARSON CITY – The Nevada Highway Users Coalition has announced its support for moving forward with a study on Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) as a potential alternative to the current gas tax paid by motorists at the pump to fund road improvements and maintenance.
According to those involved in the study, the consequences of inaction could include the deterioration of roads and highways, increased vehicle wear and tear, increased congestion and accidents and longer commute times.

The 2010 season for the Virginia & Truckee Railroad is rolling down the tracks toward its May 27 opening, with online tickets available now at www.VisitCarsonCity.com.

In a move that will save city government $24,000 a year, city Supervisors are expected to let the Ron Wood Family Resource Center (RWFRC) move into the partially vacated city offices at 2621 Northgate

by Michelle Latham Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/03/04/times_are_tough_but_what_if Everyone followed the 3/50 Project whenever possible?The 3/50 Project is one that starts with you.

Nevada State Treasurer Kate Marshall and the Upromise College Fund 529 Plan’s Program Manager, Upromise Investments, announced Tuesday the launch of the Silver State Matching Grant Program.

Sales tax collections, the life’s blood of funding for city services, fell 14.5% last December, compared to December of 2008. The average drop around the rest of Nevada was -6.6%

Editorial by Dave Morgan

An article in the Nevada Appeal this morning attempts to get new information from the Nugget Project’s “go to guy,” Steve Neighbors. Neighbors, who is now the owner of the Nugget, is quoted as saying that the project still lacks a developer to shoulder the “private industry” half of the project. That’s about all that’s new from Neighbors, that they STILL don’t have a private partner.

Pedey: Yes, Kohl’s was to anchor the new Riverview Shopping Center across from Walmart, on the east side of 395.

by Scott Schrantz

Let’s pray for our supervisors to have the strength to resist the sweet tunes from the lips of the evil enticer, and the sobriety to see whom they’re dealing with.

by Scott Schrantz

They did this in Douglas county. That is why they have all the shopping and business on Topsy Lane. It worked for them. Why can’t it work for us.

by Scott Schrantz

by Scott Schrantz

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When times get tough, the scammers go shopping for suckers. Don’t be one of them!

RIF hits the North Pole
(Editor’s Note: This “confidential memo” which was anonymously delivered to us may be taken with a grain of salt — at least until confirmation can be obtained from a direct s

The “Christmas with a Cop” Shopping Spree needs volunteers to guide needy children through the aisles of Walmart Thursday, December 17th to help them pick out gifts for their family.

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Senator Reid is shopping for a replacement for the republican who wants to unseat Jim Gibbons.

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Carson and surrounding communities appear to have gotten off to a good start on the the Holiday Shopping Season. But will it last?

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Carson Mall manager Kevin Ray asks, why leave town to shop or shop in the cold when you can stay close to home, keep your sales tax dollars here, and stay warm at the same