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JoAnne Skelly column: Thankful for a thriving soil
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/01/2019 - 3:47pmThis Thanksgiving holiday has given us a lot to be thankful for. Let us be grateful for the recent precipitation. Let us be grateful for a climate with minimal plant diseases. Let us be thankful for all the other gardeners out there working to provide habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects. And, let us be grateful for soils teeming with life, filled with organic matter that hold water without drowning plants.
Carson City area road report for week of Dec. 2-8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/01/2019 - 3:43pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of Dec. 2-8, 2019. Closures expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Small Business Saturday, Feast with a Hero, Santa Photos and more: Events in Carson City for Saturday, Nov. 29
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/29/2019 - 9:52pmHappy Saturday Carson City! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Are you ready to supportive our local community with Small Business Saturday? In addition, there are a metric ton of events going on in our region throughout the weekend, so check below to see what’s going on!
Saturday, November 30
Carson City weekend events include Nutcracker Ballet, Small Business Saturday, Polar Express train rides, Feast with a Hero and more
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 4:33pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the 31st season of the Nutcracker Ballet, a Feast with a Hero fundraiser at Slot World, Small Business Saturday throughout Carson City and Carson Valley, photos with Santa, a Telegraph Square sign dedication, Polar Express train rides at the V&T Railroad and more!
Happy Thanksgiving 2019: Carson City events for Thursday, Nov. 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/27/2019 - 9:08pmThe last Thursday of November means a big gobble gobble, Happy Thanksgiving to all. Enjoy in the games, festivities, activities at home and outdoors. Events are at a minimum, for obvious reasons, but the two big ones are traditions for us in the capital city. The Carson City Turkey Trot at the Governor's Mansion and the free Carson Nugget Thanksgiving community dinner. Enjoy your day and any slight break in the weather. More winter storms are on the way.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/26/2019 - 7:10pmWith snow overnight into the morning, the eve of Thanksgiving will bustle with last minute food shopping and, for many, preparing for an extended holiday weekend. There's a few activities around Carson City on Wednesday, Nov. 27 including a "Get Fit with Fight Camp" at Yaple's Ballroom, art showings, classes and more.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Nov. 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/25/2019 - 8:15pmWith the season's first big winter storm expected to arrive later Tuesday evening into Thanksgiving, you can still get in activities around the capital city before the snow flies. There's a morning walk and evening hike with Muscle Powered, a job fair at the Carson Nugget, fitness and swing classes at Yaple's Ballroom, a Carson City School Board meeting and more.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Nov. 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 7:10pmEnjoy any sunshine Monday as our first significant snow storm of the season is ahead this Thanksgiving holiday week. Activities and happenings on the first day of the work week, Nov. 25, 2019 include a free yoga class offered through Partnership Carson City, a discussion on the Julian Castro campaign hosted by the Carson City Democratic Men's Club, art events and more.
Carson City area road report for week of Nov. 25 to Dec. 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 1:45pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of Nov. 25 to Dec. 1, 2019. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Carson City area road report for week of Nov. 18-24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 3:08pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of Nov. 18-24, 2019. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Obituary: William 'Bill' Clarence Thornton, 1934-2019
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 10:27amWilliam "Bill" Clarence Thornton, father, attorney, pilot, part-time cowboy, corny joke-teller, and mentor to many, had his final flight on Tuesday, November 5th, 2019 after gracefully charting his course with Parkinson's Disease for over twenty years. Bill died peacefully at home in hospice care surrounded by loved ones.
Senator Square: Carson and Douglas teachers defeat officers in basketball game fundraiser
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 8:40amCarson High and Douglas High teaming up together is right up there with the appearing of Halley’s Comet. Officially designated 1P/Halley, this is a short-period comet visible from Earth every 75–76 year and is the only known short-period comet that is visible to the naked eye from Earth and the only naked-eye comet that might appear twice in a human lifetime.
Carson City Farmers Insurance District Office is a Toys for Tots Drop Off Location
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/15/2019 - 5:29pmFarmers Insurance District Office is pleased to once again be a drop off location for Toys for Tots. Please bring the donations to our office between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. through December 15th. Our office is located at 311 West Washington Street, Ste B, Carson City (corner of Washington and Division). If questions feel free to call us at 434-0545.
Carson City emergency crews called to crash at Stewart and Washington streets
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 6:40pmCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded early Thursday evening to a vehicle crash in the area of Stewart and Washington streets.
Veterans Day 2019: Remembering Stories of Honor That Can Inspire Us Today
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/10/2019 - 11:56amWe could all benefit from stories about honor and heroes right now, especially during this era when extreme partisan politics have upended our country’s equilibrium. Some way, somehow higher roads need to be taken and it needs to start with our ruling political class. Maybe these poignant stories from years past can rekindle a sense of honor that seems in short supply these days.
Carson City area road report for week of Nov. 11-17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/10/2019 - 10:12amHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of Nov. 11-17, 2019. Closures and delays expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Happenings and events around Carson City for Monday, Nov. 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/03/2019 - 7:02pmA warmup is in the forecast this week as we head into Monday, Nov. 4, 2019. Expect sunny skies with daytime highs in the upper 60s. But you'll want to bundle up after the sun sets as night time temperatures will be in the low 30s. Activities Monday include a lunch discussion with Nevada Appeal columnist Guy Farmer, the first of free Monday yoga classes offered through Partnership Carson City, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more.
Carson City area road report for week of Nov. 4-10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/03/2019 - 11:48amHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of Nov. 4-10, 2019. Closures and delays are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Medicare Open Enrollment underway for Prominence Health Care
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/01/2019 - 10:31amNow through Dec. 7, seniors in Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, Storey, and Washoe counties can enroll for superior health benefits with Prominence Health Plan’s Medicare Advantage plan.
Columnist Guy Farmer to speak at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 4:47pmThe featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be veteran journalist and Nevada Appeal political columnist Guy Farmer. He will relate from first hand experience the story of Frank Sinastra's expulsion from and ultimate return to Nevada's gaming industry.
Carson City director named to National Association of Development Organizations board
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 5:16pmSheryl Gonzales, Executive Director of Western Nevada Development District in Carson City, was recently elected to the National Association of Development Organizations Board of Directors. NADO was founded in 1967 to provide training, information, and representation for regional development organizations throughout the United States.
Carson City area road report for week of Oct. 28 to Nov. 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/27/2019 - 5:56pmHere is the Carson City area road report for the week of Oct. 28 through Nov. 3, 2019. Closures and delays are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Senator Square: Walmart awards Carson High School cheerleaders $5,000 grant
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/27/2019 - 7:58amCarson High School cheerleaders cheered as they entered Walmart in Carson City and then performed two more cheers on top of that. There is an old saying found in a very old book which says, “You have not because you ask not.”
Parade and carnival, Pow Wow, pancakes and more: Carson City set for Nevada Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 6:44pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region Friday through Sunday to celebrate Nevada Day. Activities include the annual parade down Carson Street, a carnival at Mills Park, the 30th annual Nevada Day Classic, The La Ka Lel Be Pow Wow at the MAC, beard and rock drilling contests, delicious food dishes, pancakes, chili and plenty of beverages to suit kids and adults of all ages.
Nevada Day 2019: Activities lineup, start times and more featured around Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 1:26pmThe Silver State celebrates its birthday this week in Carson City and will put on a statehood celebration like no other as Nevada Day comes into full swing, featuring the annual parade down Carson Street on Saturday, a carnival at Mills Park, The La Ka Lel Be Pow Wow at the MAC, activities for adults and kids, contests, delicious food dishes, pancakes, chili and plenty of beverages to suit every wild hair.
Brewery Arts Center celebrates Carson City region's talent with 'Evening with the Divas'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/21/2019 - 1:14pmThe Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1975, is thrilled to announce the line-up for their fundraiser “Evening with the Divas”, a once in a lifetime event in which four great talents take the stage at the Performance Hall for one incredible evening.
Nevada Day street closures, Carson City area road report for week of Oct. 21-27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/20/2019 - 1:30pmIt's a busy week ahead around Carson City in preparation of Nevada Day weekend. Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Oct. 21-27, 2019. Closures are expected at the following locations for regular street maintenance and for Saturday's parade route.
Analysis: Confronted by impeachment, Trump adds to the chaos
Submitted by admin on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 10:02amThe impeachment investigation into President Donald Trump has thrust Washington into a political crisis. And Trump keeps adding to the chaos.
Analysis: Confronted by impeachment, Trump adds to the chaos
Submitted by admin on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 10:02amThe impeachment investigation into President Donald Trump has thrust Washington into a political crisis. And Trump keeps adding to the chaos.
Family train rides in Carson City, Virginia City plus ghost walk, art fair and lots of pumpkins as region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 6:57pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include Harvest Train festivities at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Thomas the Tank Engine and steam train rides in Virginia City, the first-ever Gandy Dance in Dayton, October Ghost Walk Tours through downtown Carson City and more!
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