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Ebola virus disease, a severe and often fatal illness in humans, is an international health emergency, a devastating and horrifying disease. Thousands have died in the ongoing Ebola epidemic.

Nevada’s faith leaders from various traditions will join together to pray for God’s mercy and for the victims and their families and care providers at the Nevada Governor’s Mansion in Carson City on Nov. 13.

Recognition for various people devoted to Carson City parks and recreation, including youth sports, featured a special award for the late Marv Teixeira and his sons Tuesday.

Early voting has begun in Carson City and continues until Friday, Oct. 31; all voters who wish to early vote should take their sample ballots to the Elections Office, located on the first floor of the Carson City Courthouse, 885 East Musser Street, Suite 1025, Carson City. The office is open to voters 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Voters should have received a sample ballot in the mail Oct. 14.

Homecoming week 2014 at Carson High School said its last goodbye late last Saturday night. The week included bonfires, dances, football, royalty, flash mobs and just about everything in between.

Event: 6th Annual Maine Street Spooktacular
Date and Time: Oct. 31 from 4-7 p.m.
Location: Maine Street Fallon, NV 89406 downtown Fallon
Description: Children are given the chance to trick or treat for hours in a safe environment that families will love. Come dressed in your best costumes and gather as much candy as possible during this sugar filled event. The Fallon police department will be attending to ensure uninterrupted fun.
Contact Information: For more information call 775-423-8237

Event: Haunted House and Hay Ride
Date and Time: Oct. 30 and Oct. 31 from 6-10 p.m.
Location: Churchill Fairgrounds 325 Sheckler Rd, Fallon, NV 89406

Event: Fall Festival
Date and Time: Oct. 18, 25, and Nov. 1 from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.
Oct. 31 from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Location: Lattin Farms 1955 McLean Road Fallon, NV 89406
Description: Lattin Farms puts on yet another spectacular maze display, but this time in celebration of the 150 years of Nevada. Kids get in for $5, adults get in for $7 and children four years-old and under get in for free. The Sesquicentennial Maze gives people of all ages the chance to put their skills to the test. Find a bird's eye view picture of the corn maze online at http://www.lattinfarms.com/fall-festival.php

Event: Nevada 150 Cake Cutting and Time Capsule Ceremony
Date and Time: Oct. 31 Ceremony 4-6 p.m., cutting of the cake 5 p.m., Fireman's Dance 7-10 p.m. and second cutting of the cake 8:30 p.m.
Location: Churchill County Museum and Archives 1050 S Maine St, Fallon, NV 89406
Venturacci Gym 441 Venturacci Ln, Fallon, NV 89406

This week’s senior spotlight is on senior Challen Wright. Challen currently has a 4.43 weighted GPA and has straight A’s in his challenging course load of AP and honors courses.

In addition to being an excellent student, Challen is also heavily involved in theater both at Carson High School and in the community. Challen has been a part of nearly every Carson High School production since his freshman year, including behind the scenes as the stage manager of the most recent play, The House of Bernarda Alba.

The 41st Annual World Championship Single Jack Drilling Contest takes place at 11:05am on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014 at the Carson Nugget west parking lot. Come view the old-world contest of strength, skill, and Sierra White Granite grit; free for spectators.

Contestants used 4 1/2 pound hammers and as many as 11 bits of graduated steel to drill a 3/4 inch hole in a 4,320 pound piece of Sierra White Granite.

The RE/MAX Nevada Day Balloon Launch (which is operated under the assistance of the Great Reno Balloon Race) will take place at 8:00am, Saturday, Nov. 1 (weather permitting) on the morning of the Nevada Day parade - right on Carson St. (near the Carson Mall) - and sponsorship packages are available NOW!

Last year this very popular event Sold Out, SO RESERVE YOUR BALLOON AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!!

For a $400 sponsorship fee (to cover basic balloon operating and crew costs), businesses or private individuals can sponsor a hot air balloon and receive:

Tours of the Nevada Governor's Mansion will take place on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

Governor's Mansion Tour
Saturday, November 1, 2014
from 2:00pm - 4:00pm
606 North Mountain Street
Carson City

For information please call (775) 687-3000.

A new family friendly fun zone is coming to Downtown on Parade Day, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014, 11:00am to 5:00pm, on Curry Street in Carson City (From Musser to Spear Streets).

Food Vendors
Arts & Crafts (Featuring the Prairie Godmother)
Fun Music (With CW & Mister Spoons)
Kids Games
Chalk Art
Bicycle Show & Shine (Bring your bike & sign up to participate!)
Roller Derby Demonstrations (By The Carson Victory Rollers Good Wheel Ambassadors)
And much more!

Nevada Day Beard Contest on Sat., Nov. 1, 2014, begins around 1:00-2:00pm
immediately following the Nevada Day Parade.

Lt. Governor Brian K. Krolicki will be hosting the annual Chili Feed at the Carson Nugget's upstairs Banquet Center, 507 North Carson Street, from noon to 2:00pm on Parade Day, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014.

Library Director Sena Loyd announces the grand re-opening of the Carson City Library and its newly repurposed auditorium, now known as The Digitorium. The event will be held Thursday, Oct. 23, from noon to 7 p.m. The public is invited to explore reconfigured spaces at the library’s 900 North Roop Street main branch.

The October Luncheon Membership meeting of the Carson City Republican Women’s Club will be on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 11:30 a.m. at the Carson City Nugget, 507 North Carson Street.

$20.00 (Cash only, no checks) RSVP: Jane Richards 775-297-3712 sweetpea48@charter.net

Don't miss out on our annual Scarecrow making event this Saturday, Oct. 18 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada. Included with admission or membership! Bring some clothes to dress your scarecrow!

813 N. Carson St.
Carson City, NV 89701
775-884-2226

Autumn has come gently this year with hot weather continuing into October. The leaves are finally turning color. At University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, Master Gardeners are often asked why leaves change color. Is the cold responsible?

On Friday, Oct. 17, Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki will be on hand to accept a special delivery from Pony Express riders at 3:30 p.m. on the south steps of the Nevada State Capitol Building.

In honor of Nevada’s Sesquicentennial, the White Pine, Eureka, Lander, and Churchill County Commissions have each issued special proclamations. These county proclamations will be picked up by Pony Express Riders in Ely, Eureka, Austin and Fallon and will be delivered on horseback to the Nevada State Capitol Building.

Carson High School's annual homecoming has arrived. Kicking off the event-filled week was an assembly Tuesday where seniors got their first taste of what candidates they might want to vote for to represent as their 2014 Homecoming royalty.

This year's candidates are just as lively as ever. Candidates for Homecoming queen are: Abbey Dudley, Lindsay Hettrick, Bailie Zuber, Chantal Torres, Sarah Christl and Jessica Basa. King contestants are: Jared Hearn, Dylin Rooker, Nolan Shine, Fred Christensen, Casey Stevens and Kyle Kunz.

Sefan Sobkiewicz Jr. lost his father in a tragic accident on Oct. 1 in Silver Springs. Stefan is a 2014 graduate of Carson High and was an outstanding athlete at CHS. Stefan is attending WNC with hopes of going into law enforcement.

Body by Pilates is once again rising to the needs of the community by again by sponsoring the “Adopt a Family” program for the upcoming holidays.

This program focuses on providing gifts and food for struggling local residences so that they too may enjoy a happy holiday season.

Body by Pilates Owner, Angela Kennedy said, “There are many families in our community who struggle every year to enjoy a happy holiday season. This program helps so many. We are very excited to be a part of it again”

The carnival is coming to town Oct. 30 - Nov. 2, thanks to Nevada Rural Counties Retired and Senior Volunteers (RSVP). Located at Mills Park, Thursday, Oct. 30, 'Family Night' offers all rides for one dollar each from 5:00PM - 9:00PM. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday the carnival opens at 12:00PM and will be jam packed with food vendors, live music, games, crafts, and more. You can buy an 'all you can ride' wristband, or buy tickets for rides.

The Foundation for the Betterment of Carson City Parks and Recreation will present Special Recognition Awards for year 2014 recipients in a brief ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 4:30 p.m. at the monument at the entrance to the Marv Teixeira Pavilion (formerly Pony Express Pavilion) in Mills Park. The public is invited to attend this free, outdoor event.

The awards will be presented in the following categories:

The annual tradition of Homecoming is upon us. There are many activities taking place this week, both athletic and non-athletic. Each day has a particular dress-up theme, a lunch time activity, and an evening time activity that students can participate. Tuesday’s dress up day is “crazy hat” day.

Local artists, young and old are donating handmade bowls for a fund raising event that will be held during the Capital Tree Lighting ceremony on December 5th, 2013.

Restaurants are providing the soup and bread that will fill our Empty Bowls. For a minimum donation of $12, you may select one of the bowls and enjoy a warm winter meal to launch the holiday season. The artisan bowl is yours to keep as a reminder that there are empty bowls in our community. There will also be an art auction at the event!

The Advocates to End Domestic Violence invite everyone to join the 'Light After Dark Walk/Run' on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014. Starting at 11 a.m. on Race Day, participants can pick-up their packets at Riverview Park. Warm-ups will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the RACE starting at 6 p.m. The race course will be the Full Loop once around for the 5K and twice around for the 10K. There will be music and refreshments after the race. They encourage participants to dress up. Each participant will given a glow stick to wear during the event.

Looking for something fun to do this October? The scares await at Stinson's Charity Haunted House at 3227 Gordonia Drive, in Carson City. Open sundown until 11 p.m. every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through Halloween. The entrance fee is a can of food or non-perishable food item or warm winter clothing per person! This is a non-profit organization and the third year running. All donations are being given to two local food pantries!

Each year, the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection works in partnership with other public agencies, educational institutions and nonprofit organizations to provide students with a unique opportunity to learn about local water quality issues, water quality protection, and to participate in watershed research.

These field studies provide a unique hands-on opportunity to learn about the Carson River watershed and the natural environment.