Sierra Nevada
Ridge Elected to NCET Board; McQuillen and Robertson Re-Elected
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/07/2020 - 2:16pmAlana Ridge has been elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology.
Wes McQuillen and Kyle Robertson have been re-elected to the NCET board.
Ridge, elected as NCET’s vice president of public relations, is a public relations and strategic communications professional in Reno, with a background spanning several industries -- from travel and tourism to the non-profit sector.
Girl Scouts at Home program available free online
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/02/2020 - 7:33amGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada and Girl Scouts of the USA are excited to announce the launch of their Girl Scouts at Home programming. Girl Scouts at Home offers all girls — whether they are registered Girl Scouts or not — access to Girl Scout activities.
Carson City aftershocks continue, 200 thus far after magnitude 4.5 earthquake
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 11:18amSeismic Network Manager Ken Smith was sitting on the couch in his northwest Reno home watching the evening news on March 20 when the earthquake hit.
VA Sierra Nevada Health advises veteran patients, families of potential privacy breach
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 2:44pmRENO — The VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System on Tuesday announced a potential medical privacy breach of veteran records.
Sierra Nevada Realtors: Purchasing a home may be easier than you think
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 7:22amWhen purchasing a home, the process and financial requirements can seem daunting. There are many resources specific to our local area that are in place to ensure buyers have success and confidence in their purchase.
Kyle Rush, senior loan officer at Guild Mortgage in Carson City, says the first, most critical step of preparing for home ownership is education, most often by meeting with a knowledgeable loan officer.
New Art Gallery coming to the Old Bently Wool Building in Minden
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 11:19amPrism Photographics announces a major change to the current art gallery to become Carson Valley’s premier art gallery. The new Art Gallery@Prism, located inside the old Bently Wool Warehouse in Minden, will be featuring up to 30 regional artists from communities of Northern Nevada to the Sierra Nevada.
Call to artist applications for Carson Valley Days art show runs now through March 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 8:37amArt Gallery @ Prism, in Carson Valley, is a contemporary space for Sierra Nevada Regional artists to have their work exhibited. Our goal is to provide visitors a fresh experience to a fine art exhibition gallery.
June - Carson Valley Days Show. Show Dates: June 2 thru 28. Call to Artists on-line applications will be available March 16 and accepted through 12 noon, March 28. Works representing the Carson Valley are welcome, but not required.
Sierra Nevada Realtors present Getting Social About Lead Generation
Submitted by Tanja Musselman on Wed, 03/11/2020 - 9:22amThe #1 Lead Generation Boot Camp for real estate professionals is coming to you for one day only. Join us while our coaches share their knowledge in a highly-engaging session where you are encouraged to be 100% involved.
This empowering two & a half hour session is designed exclusively for real estate professionals looking to increase their online presence and establish best practices around online lead generation. With plenty of quick, easy to implement takeaways.
Discover the secrets of the pros as we reveal what works... and what doesn't.
Carson Tahoe Health unveils first ever ‘Karma Boxes’ to help those in need
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 12:46pmCarson Tahoe Health (CTH) is unveiling several “Karma Boxes” (wooden/Plexiglas donation cabinets) at its various locations to house toiletries, first-aid items, and nonperishable foods for those in need, all available at any time and at no cost.
This simple, yet powerful concept is best summed up by its slogan, “If it’s empty, fill it. If you need it, it’s yours.”
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, March 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/03/2020 - 7:40pmHeading into the middle of the work work, more sunny skies and warm temperatures are on tap for Wednesday with highs in the mid-60s. Activities around town include a yoga class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a midweek meditation series offered at Carson City Yoga, a firearms course, plus Salsa dancing at Yaple's Ballroom, country and pop dancing at Carson Lanes, a safety workshop for women, a Carson Valley Trails Association celebration more.
Carson City honored as Top True Western Town by True West Magazine
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/03/2020 - 12:56pmCarson City was a 19th century hub for mining, transportation and more. It was the place where a young Samuel Clemens began his literary career, and where his nom de plume Mark Twain was first revealed. Carson City was as Old West as they came.
Carson City area events for Monday, March 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 7:02pmThe first Monday of March should bring clearing skies and sunshine after a weekend of wild weather. Activities include a discussion and documentary viewing regarding the high cost of pharmaceutical drugs, plus Read Across America storytime for young children at the Carson City Library, fitness events, West Coast swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes and more.
South Carson Street groundbreaking ceremony, International Film Festival, live music and more this weekend in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 5:41pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the South Carson Complete Streets Project groundbreaking ceremony, the International Film Festival held Friday and Saturday at the Carson City Community Center and Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie weekend with door-to-door cookie sales. Combined with plenty of live music, the Carson City region is in store for a busy three days. Read on for more information.
Carson City community radio KNVC 95.1 continues to grow as it enters third year on the air
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 11:51amCarson City’s own community radio station, KNVC, has been quietly churning out locally curated music, news, information and talk shows for about three years now, and they’re only gaining speed as time goes on.
KNVC runs out of the historic Adams House on North Minnesota Street and, at present, boasts 31 volunteers into its broadcasting family.
High cost of pharmaceutical drugs the topic at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 6:16amMary Liveratti, former president of AARP Nevada, will lead a discussion about the runaway cost of prescription drugs at Monday's Democratic luncheon. She will present the stunning documentary Big Pharma: Market Failure, which covers the pharmaceutical industry's role in the ever-spiraling cost of medicine.
Girl Scout Cookie 2020 weekend begins Friday, Carson City sales to continue to March 15
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/24/2020 - 2:47pmGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada and Girl Scouts of the USA will celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend Feb. 28 through March 1. The annual occasion honors the achievements of young entrepreneurs across the U.S. and in northern Nevada — Girl Scouts who run successful cookie booth and door-to-door cookie sales as well as market their businesses online using the Digital Cookie platform.
'En Plein Aire' Painting Outings & Hikes throughout Northern Nevada during Spring and Summer 2020
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/21/2020 - 4:28pmCombining her passion for the Sierra Nevada wilderness and her love of painting, art instructor and professional watercolorist, Dana Childs is hosting a series of Plein Aire Painting Outings & Hikes.
Carson City to break ground Feb. 29 on South Carson Complete Streets Project
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 11:55amThe community is invited to celebrate the expansion of the Carson Street improvements at the South Carson Complete Streets Project groundbreaking ceremony. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 at 10 a.m., at the former armory site located at 2361 South Carson Street, and will feature construction equipment for children of all ages to explore and climb on.
Archaeology team digs Donner Pass, now looking for local historians, Donner enthusiasts
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 02/12/2020 - 2:50pmStuart Rathbone first learned about Donner Pass after he moved to Northern Nevada from the UK five years ago. As he got to know the story, he became increasingly fascinated with the scale of the journey over the Sierra, and the scale of the engineering involved in opening that route to traffic.
South Carson Complete Streets, Roundabout design completed; construction to begin early March
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/08/2020 - 2:53pmThe South Carson Complete Streets Project design has been completed, and last week Carson City Public Works and the project contractor, Sierra Nevada Construction, Inc., held a pre-construction meeting to present the anticipated construction schedule and the completed project design.
Capital City Arts Initiative to present 'Impact' exhibition featuring Lake Tahoe artist Paula Chung
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/03/2020 - 4:12pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition "Impact" by artist Paula Chung at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery in Carson City. The Initiative will host an opening reception this Friday, 5 to 6:30 p.m. The artist will give a brief talk about her work at 5:30 p.m. The exhibition will be in the gallery from Feb. 7 through May 28, 2020.
Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss grant funding, new Search and Rescue vehicles and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/01/2020 - 12:04pmThe first Board of Supervisors meeting of February will take place on Feb. 6 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center located at 851 E. William Street.
On the docket for discussion is board appointments for wildlife management, a grant application for wildfire fuel reduction, vehicle donations, and more.
Carson Tahoe Health helps raise awareness, education for American Heart Month
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/30/2020 - 2:14pmIn recognition of February as American Heart Month, Carson Tahoe Health will be participating in and hosting several educational and awareness events throughout the month.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 7:45pmWith some clouds, sunshine and a weekend warmup ahead, going into the last Thursday of January brings a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, library activities, Pilates at the Brewery Arts Center, a South Carson Street pre-construction meeting at the Carson City Community Center that will be streamed live by going here. Plus Swing dancing at Sassafras. Read on for more.
South Carson Street Project timeline, design plans to be highlighted at Thursday meeting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/27/2020 - 12:56pmThe South Carson Complete Streets Project design is complete, Carson City Public Works and the project contractor, Sierra Nevada Construction, Inc., will be hosting a pre-construction meeting to present the anticipated construction schedule and the completed project design.
Guided snowshoe hikes with a ranger begin Saturday on the Carson Ranger District
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 11:51amCARSON CITY — The Carson Ranger District on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is pleased to announce the return of the popular Forest Ranger-led snowshoe walks. The walks begin this Saturday, Jan. 25, and will be offered every Saturday through March 28.
Mammography screenings via Mammovan offered in Gardnerville, Dayton, Carson City and Reno
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/22/2020 - 4:07pmNevada Health Centers’ Mammovan will offer mammography screenings in Gardnerville, Dayton, Reno and Carson City through the end of the month.
New Stewart Indian School museum reflects on dark history, brings hope for Native communities
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/20/2020 - 1:45pmEvery time Linda Eben Jones looks at a yardstick, she remembers the teacher who would strike her each morning, leaving red welts on the back of her legs.
South Carson Street Pre-construction Meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/17/2020 - 1:33pmThe South Carson Complete Streets Project design is complete, Carson City Public Works and the project contractor, Sierra Nevada Construction, Inc., will be hosting a pre-construction meeting to present the anticipated construction schedule and the completed project design.
The meeting will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2020, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center, in the Sierra Room, located at 851 E. William St., Carson City.
Prescribed fire operations continue around Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 12:36pmWeather permitting, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team will continue prescribed fire operations over the next several weeks in the Tahoe Basin.