Carson City, the capital of Nevada, is a vibrant and historic city located in the western part of the state. It is known as one of the most beautiful cities in the state, with its picturesque mountain settings and unique culture. Carson City offers many activities for tourists and locals alike, from museums and cultural sites to outdoor activities like hiking and skiing. The city has a rich history that dates back to 1858 when it became the capital of Nevada. Today, Carson City is still home to many historical sites such as Fort Churchill State Historic Park and Virginia & Truckee Railroad Depot Museum. Visitors will also find plenty of shopping opportunities in Town Square or visit one of the many casinos for some gaming action. When it comes to reviews about Carson City, people often speak about how friendly and welcoming the locals are, as well as how family-oriented the town is. The city also has some great restaurants where visitors can enjoy a variety of local delicacies. Overall, Carson City is a wonderful place to visit for travelers looking to explore all that Nevada has to offer.
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Living with wildfires - 8/29/2006
In parts of town where there are signs posted promoting www.livingwithfire.org one might think twice. Since moving here from the east coast 2 years ago we have experienced one fire (8,000 sq feet - largest in history) burning our entire view to the left. And this year a fire burning our view behind us. It's a very scary thing being evacuated for fire and watching it burn. Unlike anything we were used to. The govt does a great job trying to replant, but it will take years to regrow that beautiful view and by then i expect there will be another fire. Reno has many fires as well. Dozens each year. Check out Fire Season coverage in the local paper all summer long. www.nevadaappeal.com or rgj.com if you are interested.
Not to mention living in the valley (or canyons) after fire season is over if too much has burnt (make sure you have "Defensible space" around your house) then you have to prepare for mud slides as the brush is gone and the mountain snow melts and runs
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just looking - 4/4/2006
i want to see the cost of living in carson city, nv
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utilities cost - 8/19/2005
I've lived just south of Carson City in Minden, NV for over five years and the costs here for housing and utilities have skyrocketed. I don't think that the figures you have posted here reflect todays
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