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Fishing Report: Fish are still biting despite lower lake levels, river clean up planned for Oct. 17
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/10/2020 - 9:59amHello fellow anglers, Fall is definitely here. Renee and I took a trip through Alpine County last week to enjoy the fall colors. Many trees have turned, while others are just starting to get their true colors.
To get a good look at the viewing, venture up through Highway 88 from Woodfords to Caples Lake. Another good area of fall color viewing is from Woodfords on Highway 89 up to Kinney reservoir on Highway 4 .
Citizen Science Drives Environmental Restoration and Preservation in Tahoe-Truckee
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/03/2020 - 10:40amVolunteer citizen scientists working with the League to Save Lake Tahoe conducted surveys of Donner and Spooner Lakes to detect aquatic invasive species, and restored native wetland habitat in Johnson Meadow in September. Both efforts are aimed at preserving the Tahoe-Truckee region’s unique ecology.
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Hosts Fourth Annual Fright at the Fairgrounds
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/03/2020 - 8:45amThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is hosting their fourth annual “Fright at the Fairgrounds” every Friday and Saturday night through the month of October starting Friday October 2nd.
Biden Supporters in Northern Nevada Organize Raft Parade
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/02/2020 - 9:34amThis Sunday, Oct. 4, Biden supporters in Northern Nevada will be #RaftingForBiden along the Truckee River. Supporters have organized this socially distant outdoor event to show support for the Vice President and Senator Harris and to register volunteers for the campaign. See below for details (details are subject to change):
Start Time: 12 p.m. PT
Who: Biden/Harris supporters
Where: Crissie Caughlin Park,
3415 Idlewild Dr
Reno, NV 89509
Wine walk, Hauntober, live music and more highlight weekend activities in Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/01/2020 - 6:08pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities over the next three days. The Carson City Wine Walk returns Saturday with COVID-19 restrictions. Virginia City will be filled with spooky events over the month of October with its signature Hauntober event. Combined with live music and karaoke, the Carson City area will be buzzing with excitement! Read on for more information.
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.
Dayton Library to host 3rd annual Trunk-or-Treat
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 1:51pmThe Dayton Library will be hosting their 3rd annual trunk-or-treat on Wednesday October 28th, 2020 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. This year's event will be a contact-less drive-thru. We are still in need of volunteers to decorate their cars and pass out candy. We are also accepting donations of candy through October 23rd. If you are interested in participating or you have questions about the event, please contact library staff by calling (775) 246-6212.
Volunteers sought for Carson City Application Review Workgroup
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/28/2020 - 7:50amThe Carson City Application Review Workgroup is a citizen workgroup that reviews and recommends grant applications to be funded by the Community Development Block Grant and Community Support Services Grant programs. Applications for volunteers are now being accepted for the 2021 grant program year and will be due by Oct. 2, 2020.
An Update to the Carson City Community from Friends of the Carson City Library
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/26/2020 - 11:05amThe Friends of the Carson City Library and its Browsers Corner Book Store have been hit hard by the COVID-19 shutdown.
While we have appreciated the support of our loyal fans, our business — like many others in our community — has been challenged with the fallout of the pandemic.
Apple picking, state park hikes, live music and more highlight weekend events in Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/24/2020 - 3:18pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Franktown Apples in Washoe Valley is hosting apple picking Friday through Sunday. In celebration of National Public Lands Day, Nevada State Parks will have a fee-free day on Saturday filled with hikes and tours. Combined with live music and dinner at local restaurants, the weekend will be filled with excitement! Read on for more information.
'Clean Up The Lake' removes over 8,000 lbs of trash from Lake Tahoe, Donner Lake
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 09/24/2020 - 8:47amClean Up the Lake, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, has removed 8,183 pounds of trash from Donner Lake and Lake Tahoe.
Beginning in July 2020, the Clean Up The Lake dive teams completed a circumnavigated SCUBA clean up of Donner Lake, covering every inch of the 8 mile shoreline at depths of 0-25 feet removing all the smaller trash they could find that resulted in 5,151.5 pounds of trash removed from Donner Lake compared to 3,032 pounds of trash removed from the depths of Lake Tahoe.
Parent representatives needed for Carson City School District Family Life Committee
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/22/2020 - 7:40amThe Carson City School District is seeking two (2) more applications from parents to serve as members on the district’s Family Life Committee.
Volunteers sought for Carson City grant application review
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/21/2020 - 4:34pmThe ARW is a citizen workgroup that reviews and recommends grant applications to be funded by the Carso City Community Development Block Grant and Community Support Services Grant programs.
Senator Square: Times have changed at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/20/2020 - 7:37amRemember the old days when school would get cancelled for weather aberrations like snow? Aww, the excitement of that early morning phone call and the joyfulness of being able to go back to sleep with the anticipation of a full day ahead of hanging out in pajamas and watching Netflix or Amazon Prime.
‘Keep Tahoe Blue’ Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day celebrates National Public Lands Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/17/2020 - 5:36pmVolunteers of all ages and skill levels are invited to help us celebrate National Public Lands Day through this fun, hands-on restoration event.
Memorial exhibit, virtual prevention walk, music and more highlight weekend around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/10/2020 - 7:01pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Western Nevada College will host a memorial exhibit and informational presentation on the 9-11 attacks on Friday. Partnership Carson City will team up for a statewide suicide prevention virtual walk this Saturday. Along with live music and a 5K run/walk at Bob McFadden Plaza, there is plenty of excitement buzzing around the state capitol! Read on for more information.
Muscle Powered celebrates Virtual Bike Month in September
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/07/2020 - 11:27amBike Month has always been a cornerstone for Muscle Powered to bring community together every May to share our love of biking. Back in March, as we began to watch the COVID-19 outbreak unfurl in the United States, we held out hope that we could still come together to celebrate as usual.
Brewery Arts Center director breathes new life into Carson City arts community
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/07/2020 - 9:48amThe Brewery Arts Center in Carson City has been around since 1976, and it was the hope of then arts activist Betty Block (Brogan) and other artists who needed a special and permanent space to showcase their diverse talents that the BAC would serve as the very heart of the local arts community bringing the arts under one roof.
Pony Express honored with special medallion this Saturday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 12:28pmA special medallion honoring the Old West Pony Express mail route will be stamped on historical Coin Press No. 1 on Saturday, Sept. 5 at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City. Medallions will be minted from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pandemic may narrow Trump, Biden race in Nevada
Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 10:38amNevada Democrats have, for years, been fine-tuning their political machine. Two years ago was, perhaps, their best proof of concept. Democrats spirited away a key U.S. Senate seat, took control of the governor’s mansion for the first time in two decades and secured a veto-proof majority in one chamber of the Legislature while retaining a majority in the other.
Northern Nevada gardening: Nonprofit GROW brings beauty to landscaping for all to see
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/30/2020 - 10:03amAs I drive the freeway through Carson City, I am reminded of one of the best Master Gardener Volunteers’ gifts to the community. From the spectacular eagle sculptures at either end of the freeway to each of the metal sculptures along the rest of the freeway and on/off-ramps to the landscaping, multi-use path and the patterning on the walls, I remember a group of Master Gardeners from the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension who created what we see today.
Special Olympics Nevada extends 'Flame of Hope' virtual run and fundraiser
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/21/2020 - 8:18amSpecial Olympics Nevada (SONV) is extending the time of its first-ever “Flame of Hope” virtual run and fundraiser.
From now until September 30, SONV is asking the community to support its athletes and programs by registering to walk, run, bike, or swim a 10k, 5k, or the distance of a JR. run.
Special medallion to be minted Saturday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 2:45pmSpecial medallions commemorating the historical Coach 17 train car will be minted on Coin Press No. 1 at the Nevada State Museum, Carson City. Coach 17 is the rail car that was present at Promontory Summit, Utah, in 1869, when the nation’s first transcontinental railroad was completed. It is part of the Nevada State Railroad Museum’s collection.
Senior loneliness the topic at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 1:14pmThe featured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon will be Mary Liveratti, who served as AARP's Nevada state president for six years before retiring in 2018. She now serves as a volunteer advocate on behalf of legislation impacting seniors. At Monday's luncheon, she will talk about the role she plays in the University of Nevada, Reno’s NEST (Nevada Ensures Support Together) program, which addresses the social service needs of older Nevadans.
South Lake Tahoe city council OKs $100 to $500 fines for not wearing masks
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 9:54amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The message was clear during Tuesday's emergency City Council meeting: Disregard the safety of people in South Lake Tahoe and face a fine.
Nevada State Apartment Association announces winners of 7th annual Northern Nevada Jewel Awards
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/17/2020 - 11:33amRENO – The Nevada State Apartment Association, the voice of the multifamily housing industry in Nevada, announced the winners of its 7th annual Northern Nevada Jewel Awards honoring industry excellence.
Nevada State Bank hosting food drives to benefit Food Bank of Northern Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/17/2020 - 11:12amRENO – Two Nevada State Bank branches will host food drives to benefit the Food Bank of Northern Nevada’s “Feed NV and the Sierra” campaign, kicking off and supporting Hunger Action Month.
Healthy Communities’ speakers Thursday focus on K-12 students and also housing eviction
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/12/2020 - 6:27amHealthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties meets on the second Thursday of each month. The Coalition’s next public meeting is Thursday, August 13 via Zoom at 9 a.m.
Reno, Carson City area climate advocates participate in virtual conference, lobbying efforts
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/11/2020 - 3:10pmA group of advocates from the Carson City and Reno Chapter of Citizens’ Climate Education participated in a virtual climate conference and lobbying event last month.
Carson City rifle range safety volunteers sought
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/11/2020 - 12:29pmCarson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is seeking individuals who are interested in volunteering as NRA Range Safety Officers. These volunteers will supervise participants at the Carson Rifle and Pistol Range to ensure safe practices and procedures.