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Rupert's Auto Body in Carson City donates car to woman who lost home, vehicle and family member in tragic fire
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 9:17amRupert's Auto Body in Carson City has supported many causes through the years from youth sports and organizations, to children's programs and local schools. We have also taken special pride in providing support to the Washoe Tribe and its members.
A Christmas message from Carson City School Superintendent Richard Stokes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/24/2020 - 11:34amDear Friends: On a cold Christmas Eve in 1914, German, French, and British Soldiers hunkered down in the muddy trenches that had become their home during World War I. Between those trenches was a war-torn expanse of ground that was simply referred to as “no-man’s land.”
Nevada law enforcement begins November with 'click it or ticket' seatbelt campaign
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 10:08amThe Nevada Highway Patrol and other Nevada law enforcement agencies participating in the Joining Forces program will be increasing seat belt enforcement efforts throughout the state.
The Nevada Day Treasure Hunt Medallion has been found; clues explained for $1,000 prize
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/22/2020 - 2:05pmHello seekers! Our medallion has been found, and a hearty congratulations to winners Penny, Kimberly and Melissa Russell! This team found the medallion at the Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area just outside Yerington. Did you have a good time hunting? I was way off, but I always like the hunt itself! Here are the clue explanations:
Nevada governor proclaims Vegas Strong Day; orders flags lowered in honor of shooting victims
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/01/2020 - 8:13amGov. Steve Sisolak has recognized Thursday, Oct. 1 as “Vegas Strong Day in Nevada” and ordered Nevada State flags be flown at half-staff at all State public buildings in tribute to the victims of the October 1, 2017, shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival in Las Vegas.
Honor Guard lays wreath for Carson City Sheriff's Deputy Carl Howell, killed in the line of duty
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 12:52pmThis morning, Honor Guard laid the wreath in honor of Deputy Carl Howell, EOW August 15, 2015.
Carl was a true law enforcement professional by every measure and a friend to everyone he ever came in contact with.
Senator Square: Maker Monday at CHS library, students create Damonte Ranch support banner
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/15/2020 - 9:21amEditor's Note: The following Senator Square column was submitted before the Carson City School District's announcement regarding school activities. All school, district, and non-district sponsored athletics, extra-curricular activities, assemblies, concerts, practices, and events are suspended effective Monday, March 16, 2020 until further notice. Activities and events scheduled later in the school year, including graduation ceremonies will be evaluated closer to the date. Go here to read the notice.
Go Fund Me page established for family of Dayton man killed in Highway 50 pedestrian crash
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/28/2020 - 1:22pmA Go Fund Me account has been established for a Dayton man who was fatally struck in a pedestrian crash as he was returning home on an ATV on Highway 50. The incident is currently being investigated by the Nevada Highway Patrol.
The Go Fund Me page is for John Jones and can be found here.
Carson City School District releases statement after former CHS student's death
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 1:59pmThe Carson City School District issued the following statement Monday following the death Saturday of Carson High School 2017 graduate Jake Roman, whose mother, Susan Roman, is a teacher at Carson Middle School and Jake's father, Blair, who is the athletic director of Carson High School.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/11/2019 - 8:05pmWith activities lining up around the capital city through the weekend, Thursday events around the region include a meeting of the Healthy Communities Coalition in Silver Springs, an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered, and a Carson City CASA volunteer information hour and training seminar. Along the music front, CHS Band will host its winter concert at the Carson City Community Center and our own local country music star and Nashville recording artist Art Mulcahy will be at Jimmy G's. Read on for details.
Click it or Ticket: Carson City joins statewide effort to increase seat belt enforcement
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 3:25pmCarson City Sheriff's Office will join Nevada’s law enforcement agencies participating in the Joining Forces program by increasing seat belt enforcement efforts throughout the state.
Carson City pays respects with words, prayer at 9-11 remembrance Wednesday at Mills Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/12/2019 - 9:08amSeveral hundred made their way Wednesday evening to the 9-11 Memorial at Mills Park for a remembrance of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorists attacks on American soil, paying tribute to those who lost their lives with words, song, prayer and hope.
WNC's Memorial Step Climb gives people opportunity to reflect on 9-11 attacks
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 1:40pmThe death and destruction caused by terrorists at the World Trade Center and Pentagon 18 years ago remained close to people’s hearts and memories Wednesday during a memorial event at Western Nevada College in Carson City.
Western Nevada College 9/11 Step Climb: An Opportunity for Reflection
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 10:01amToday, WNC's Veterans Resource Center is providing an opportunity for individuals to reflect on the events of Sept. 11, 2001. Each flight of stairs in the Carson City campus's Cedar Building includes photos, exhibits and a list of those who lost their lives in the Pentagon, the flights and the Twin Towers on this tragic day, 18 years ago.
We invite you to visit us to experience this unique display. Go here to see a video of the display.
History walks, talks and paranormal featured at Genoa's Mormon Station State Historic Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 11:47amMormon Station State Historic Park is offering a number of exciting interpretive programs this September. Join park staff in the heart of the Genoa National Historic District for history talks, guided walks, and other fun activities!
Hindu prayers for El Paso, Dayton massacre victims and the nation
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/04/2019 - 11:43amHindu statesman Rajan Zed has urged all the Hindu temples and prayer-centers nationwide to hold special prayers for all victims, their loved ones, first responders, healthcare workers and others touched by the recent tragic loss in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio.
Events around Carson City for Sunday, July 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/21/2019 - 6:54amGood morning Carson City. It is Sunday, July 21, 2019. Activities today include fitness events, an endurance run, a bike ride, a BMX benefit ride, a fundraising rummage sale at Carson Mall, plus a family fun celebration at Lone Mountain Veterinary Hospital as it celebrates American Animal Hospital Association Accredited Hospital Day and much more. Enjoy the day.
Concerts, Taste of Downtown, Train Rides and more: Events for Saturday, July 20 in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/19/2019 - 11:29pmGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! We’ve got a full list of events happening today and tomorrow, including Taste of Downtown, concerts throughout the city, and more!
Take a look below to see what we’ve got going through the rest of the weekend.
Taste of Downtown, live music, history talks, BMX and more: Carson City region readies for jam-packed weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/18/2019 - 5:35pmAs we head into the final stretch of the week, events around the Carson City region are lined up for the next three days, including museum activities, outdoor concerts, a car cruise Friday at Carson Mall, athletic events, a Carson High School class of 1979 reunion, the Taste of Downtown on Saturday and much more.
Lyon County man gets life in prison for 2017 murder of Silver Springs woman and her parents
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 10:18amA 50-year-old Silver Springs man was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole and eight to 20 years in Nevada State Prison on three counts of first degree murder with the use of a deadly weapon, each count consecutive to the other, said Lyon County District Attorney Stephen B. Rye.
June at Mormon Station State Historic Park feature guided walks, history talks and more
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 9:03amGENOA, Nev. — Mormon Station State Historic Park is offering a number of exciting interpretive programs this June. Join park staff in the heart of the Genoa National Historic District for history talks, cooking classes, guided walks, and children’s arts and crafts activities.
Carson City Soroptimist to present annual awards and scholarships
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/16/2019 - 10:50amCarson City Soroptimist will present grant awards to two women, and honor the achievements of local high school seniors, on Wednesday, May 22, noon to 1 p.m. at Glen Eagles. The meeting is open to the public, with prior reservations required.
NHP increases seat belt enforcement in nationwide 'Click it or Ticket' campaign
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/16/2019 - 10:15amAs an integral part of this year’s national Click It or Ticket seat belt campaign, Nevada Highway Patrol will be teaming up with law enforcement nationwide for a Border to Border kickoff event.
Book signing event to benefit Wild Horse Children's Theater Kyra Conway Scholarship Fund
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/29/2019 - 7:29amHometown author Jonathon Josten has published his first novel, "Poppies and White Elephants" and will be doing book signings around the area including at the Brewery Arts Center Expresso Yourself Café in Carson City on Wednesday, April 3 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Hometown Carson City author publishes first novel 'Poppies and White Elephants'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/27/2019 - 3:57pmPeople of various walks of life yearn for connection and attempt to reconcile missed moments over the years. Author J.M. Josten explores these sentiments in his first novel Poppies and White Elephants.
Poppies and White Elephants follows several characters through the gauntlet of small-town life, ultimately focusing on the broken places where we may become stronger Penn Plumb enters his final year of high school, completing his final requirements and mending fractured relationships. Despite his outward success, he feels something lurking within himself.
St. Paddy’s Weekend Events Happening Around Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 3:45pmSt. Patrick's Day is a day to celebrate Irish heritage, excellent music, food, and of course, drinks galore. Check out the list for St. Paddy's events and other happenings throughout Carson City this weekend.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, March 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/14/2019 - 11:43pmWell we're here Carson City. We're heading into March 15, the last Friday of winter 2019. While March 20 may be the first day of Spring, the weekend ahead is about the Irish and their spring. The exception is tonight where the Western Nevada College Chapter of the National Student Nurses' Association will be going Italian style with a fundraising spaghetti feed spread. Read on for more.
Nevada Senate Bill 13 aims to allow counties to form nonprofits to collect emergency funds
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 2:17pmCARSON CITY — Senate Bill 13 now under consideration by Nevada lawmakers aims to authorize county commissioners to form a nonprofit corporation to “aid the county in providing certain governmental services.”
If the bill is adopted, changes to Chapter 244 of the Nevada Revised Statues would be amended to include several new sections regarding a county’s ability to form a nonprofit corporation.
Column: No, there wasn't a homicide in Indian Hills this week, but it's understandable to still be concerned
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 4:00pmCommunity members of Douglas County and Carson City, and even our neighbors in Washoe County, took to social media Monday discussing whether or not there was another homicide in Indian Hills, which, according to Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong, did not occur. While there was a death that occurred inside one of the residences, there was no suspicion of foul play.
In the aftermath of the tragic four killings in our neighborhoods, it’s understandable to still be on high alert. A 19-year-old man residing in Carson City by the name of Wilbur Ernesto Martinez-Guzman was arrested in connection with the four crimes on Saturday.
However, conspiracy theories have begun to run rampant on social media that either it wasn’t Guzman, or that he didn’t act alone.
Douglas County public support outreach available for residents concerned with safety
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/17/2019 - 9:56amMINDEN — Due to the recent tragic events in Douglas County, many people may be feeling grief, anxiety, and unsafe. Douglas County is encouraging residents to reach out to support groups in the community to receive help, reassurance and comfort during this difficult time.