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Silver THINK Series: Critical Thinking for Seniors featured at Carson City Senior Center

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 14:51:55 +0000

By The Carson City Senior Center

Seniors can Prevent (or slow) Cognitive Decline. Critical thinking, along with exercise, diet, sleep, and socializing are the key components to keeping a healthy brain.

The Carson City Senior Center is presenting a six-part program to help seniors develop and maintain a healthy mind by sharpening their critical thinking skills. With lectures, discussion, exercises, and social interaction, each session will provide insight and skills for being a better thinker.

Presenter Burke Pease, a retired tourism executive with a Master of Management degree, had a twenty-year second career as a adjunct professor. Teaching at California State University – Monterey Bay, Golden Gate University, and the University of Phoenix, his instructional portfolio included a graduate level course in Critical Thinking.

Starting June 13 for six Thursdays (excluding July 4th), the sessions will be in the Tahoe Room of the Senior Center from 1:45 to 3:15PM. Enrollment is now open at the Reception Area of the Senior Center or by calling (775) 883-0703.

Carson City Sheriff's Office, Fire Department to conduct training exercise Tuesday at CHS

Jeff Munson — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 01:56:22 +0000

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department and School District will conduct a training exercise Tuesday, June 4 at Carson High School.

The exercise will be from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office social media post on Monday evening.

Last month, city officials advised the public of a full scale active shooter exercise happening at the high school.

Carson Aquatic Facility therapy pool temporarily closed for emergency repairs

Jeff Munson — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:12:44 +0000

Mike Freeman, Recreation Program Manager

The Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department regrettably announces that the Therapy Pool at the Carson Aquatic Facility will be closed until emergency repairs to the filtration system can be made.

There was a catastrophic failure of the Therapy Pool filtration unit, which makes the Therapy Pool inoperative until replaced.

The process of acquiring replacement materials is already underway and it is hoped that the Therapy Pool will not be closed for an inordinate amount of time. In the meantime, the Carson Aquatic Facility has three other pools for the public to use and enjoy.

For more information on Carson Aquatic Facility amenities, schedule, or project updates, please contact us: 775-887-2242 or see our webpage carson.org/parksandrec.

Carson City Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue, Fire Department conduct swift water training

Jeff Munson — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 23:14:13 +0000

Robert Rikalo , CCSO Reserve Commander

Carson City Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue, in collaboration with the Carson City Fire Department’s Swift Water Rescue Team, successfully conducted a joint swift water training on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at the Carson River near Deer Run Road.

The training aimed to enhance the skills and capabilities of both departments in responding to swift water emergencies and flash floods.

Training included- free swim across river, launching a tag line across the river so a rope could be secured on each bank, two-point tether with "Y" configuration for positioning raft to an exact position on the river, use of hand signals and whistles to communicate, upstream observers looking for floating hazards approaching rescuers, downstream observers with throw bags for safety.

Carson City Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue would primarily be called as a support team for the Carson City Fire Departments Swiftwater Team. Both units appreciated the professionalism, rescue skills and team work each team provided. It was great to see how different public safety teams in our community can complement each other to serve Carson City and our surrounding area.  

As the spring season brings an increase in water activities, the Carson City Sheriff's Office and the Carson City Fire Department would like to remind all Carson City residents about the inherent dangers associated with swift moving water and flash floods. It is crucial to prioritize safety and take necessary precautions to prevent accidents and ensure the well-being of all individuals.  

To ensure your safety during water-related activities, please consider the following safety tips:  

1. Inform Family and Friends: Before heading out, always inform your family and friends about your plans. Let them know where you are going and when you plan to return. This will help authorities locate you quickly in case of an emergency.  

2. Create a Float Plan: Develop a float plan that includes details about your planned route, estimated time of return, and emergency contacts. Share this plan with a trusted person who can alert authorities if necessary.  

3. Wear a Life Vest: It is essential to wear a properly fitted life vest when engaging in any water activities. A life vest can significantly increase your chances of survival in case of an accident or unexpected submersion.  

4. Stay Alert and Aware: Always be vigilant of your surroundings and stay aware of any changes in weather conditions. Swift water and flash floods can occur suddenly and without warning. Be prepared to take immediate action if necessary.  

5. Follow Local Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with local guidelines and regulations regarding water activities. These guidelines are put in place to ensure the safety of everyone involved.

The Golf Lodge, Carson City’s first golf simulator and country club bar, to host grand opening in August

Kelsey Penrose — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 22:08:16 +0000

by Kelsey Penrose

The Golf Lodge, located at 4530 S. Carson St., will become Carson City’s first golf simulator and bar beginning in August, fulfilling owner Alec Emmons’ lifelong dream of being a business owner.

Emmons has been a golfer for 10 years, but really improved his game when he discovered golf simulators about three years ago.

When he moved to the area about a year ago and sought out a golf simulator nearby, he realized this would make the perfect business to open.

“The Golf Lodge is a four trackman simulator indoor golf venue,” Emmons said. “We’re also going to have a country club style bar with nine seats, along with TVs to watch sports, a few gaming machines and an outdoor patio.”

Emmons said he wants the Golf Lodge to be community driven, and will host mens, ladies and co-ed leagues throughout the week.

“People can also drop in, grab a tee time and a drink, and relax,” Emmons said.

While the bar will be a draw, the Golf Lodge is also family-friendly.

“Families are always invited; it’s a great place to let the kids play and have a little break," he said.

Simulators can help to improve a player’s golf game through a number of trackers, and can provide real-time statistics.

They also have the same courses the pros play on during the PGA tours, and Emmons plans to set up a course schedule so players can try out the courses the pros are using simultaneously.

One thing that will set the business apart, Emmons said, is accessibility.

The hours the bar will be open will typically be 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., but that doesn’t mean golfers are limited to those times for their practice.

For players who join as founding members, they’ll be given 24/7 access with a key card, similar to Anytime Fitness.

“A lot of people want to play during the week but it’s difficult to fit into their schedules,” Emmons said. “Now, they can come before work, after work, or even late at night; whatever works best for their schedules!”

The simulators will be installed in mid August, and Emmons anticipates they’ll open shortly after with a grand opening.

“It really is a dream come true,” Emmons said. “We want to support and partner with other small businesses in the area; I come from a family of small business owners back in Indiana, and there’s nothing like supporting other small businesses in the community.”

Moving forward, Emmons plans to hire bartenders and is looking for advertisers who can stake their logos at each virtual hole in the simulations if they choose.

Go here for more information on The Golf Lodge.

HCC’s June meeting topics are Parkinson’s support and public health topics such as HPAI

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 21:37:27 +0000

By Quest Lakes

Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties’ June 13, 2024 public meeting includes presentations on both the Parkinson's Support Center of Northern Nevada, and Carson City Health and Human Services’ Epidemiology Division.

The Thursday breakfast meeting begins at 9 am at the Silver Springs Community Center and includes hot breakfast and coffee. The Community Center is located on the left side of the Senior Center building at 2945 Fort Churchill Street, Silver Springs, NV 89429.

Community partnerships are crucial in public health, promoting healthy communities, and intervening to reduce the burden and transmission of illness. Guest speakers from Carson City Health and Human Services’ Epidemiology Division will share details about their roles as the local health authority in Lyon County, how they assist with COVID-19 in Storey County, and the most up-to-date recommendations regarding communicable illness reporting. They will also discuss some pressing public health topics including Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), measles, congenital syphilis, latent tuberculosis, and how these issues may impact people at the local level.

Dr. Mindy Lokshin will give an overview of Parkinson's Disease and the Parkinson's Support Center of Northern Nevada, where she is the Founding Chair. The Parkinson Support Center of Northern Nevada (PSCNN) is a 501.c.3 nonprofit organization dedicated to helping the over 5,000 patients and their families affected by Parkinson’s Disease in northern Nevada. PSCNN exists so “no one has to face Parkinson’s alone.” The organization provides support for those affected by Parkinson’s and information to raise public awareness of the disease. Goals include “connecting people to the information, support services, programs, and activities they need to enhance wellness and live an active, engaged life.”

The nonprofit Healthy Communities meets every other month at the Silver Springs Community Center at 9am. Topics for the August and October meetings include:

August 8: Mothers Against Drunk Driving and also Dementia Friendly (UNR)

October 10: Access to Healthcare Northern Nevada and also Empowered, a new program for pregnant women experiencing substance use disorder.

Healthy Communities is comprised of local, state, federal and tribal group partners; community volunteers; and a board of directors and staff all working together on a common mission to strengthen communities in the Lyon and Storey regions by increasing access to 1) health care and prevention of alcohol, tobacco and other drug use; 2) food security and nutrition and gardening education and 3) sustainable community-based opportunities that serve the common good and strengthen local assets and self-reliance. For more information, see healthycomm.org.

Carson City arrests: Man booked for alleged sexual assault of a juvenile, other crimes

Jeff Munson — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 21:03:26 +0000

A 30-year-old man was arrested Saturday for allegedly sexually assaulting his juvenile daughter, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

The suspect was taken into custody following an investigation into the felony crimes allegedly perpetrated on his 13-year-old daughter. He was booked for sexual assault with a minor under 14, offering a controlled substance to a minor and child abuse. Carson Now is not naming the suspect to protect the identity of the victim.

According to the booking report, deputies responded to the front counter of the sheriff's office for a sexual assault report. The victim came to the front counter with her mother to report the alleged incident

The victim explained that her father and his girlfriend were at a South Carson Street motel. During the evening the victim's father used methamphetamine in the motel room bathroom. He then offered his daughter methamphetamine, in which she refused, according to the report. Deputies investigating learned the man's girlfriend then told the suspect not to give his daughter methamphetamine.

The suspect later sexually assaulted his daughter, according to the report. After the assault, the victim told her father's girlfriend what happened. The girlfriend then told the mother of the victim, who brought the daughter to the front counter of the sheriff's office to report the sexual assault.

The girl completed a sexual assault examination at Carson Tahoe Specialty Health, the report states.

The suspect was found several hours later in a vehicle with his parents on Menlo Drive and Airport Road. He was taken into custody for suspicion of sexual assault with a minor under 14, offering a controlled substance to a minor and child abuse. Bail: $100,000.

In other arrests:
— A 20-year-old Carson City man as arrested Saturday for suspicion of misdemeanor domestic battery.

According to the booking report officers were called at 8:43 a.m. for a report of a domestic battery in the 3200 block of Imperial Way.

Officers met with the reporting party who was crying and visibly shaking. She stated she had been in an argument with her ex-boyfriend, who she still shared the apartment with. She stated she was in her room when the man came in and started yelling at her. She was able to record the incident on her cell phone. She said the man was yelling at her while she was recording and that he then grabbed her by the neck and started choking her, according to the report.

The woman told deputies she tried to pull the man's hands away from her neck and at some point got hit on the right side of her face with the man's hands. She was unable to say whether it was an open or closed hand that hit her, the report states.

Officers took pictures of the woman's injuries and provided her with a domestic violence resource card and explained the restraining order process to her. She declined medical attention at the time.

Deputies spoke with the suspect who admitted to choking the woman but stated it was self defense. He had cuts and scratches on both hands and claimed they were caused by the woman, and a scrape on his upper lip that he claimed was from the woman hitting him, according to the report.

The suspect was unable to explain how she attacked him to the point that he choked her. Based on the physical evidence and video, and the man admitting to choking the woman, he was arrested for domestic battery. Bail: $3,137.

— A 54-year-old woman, Bonnie Louise Martinez, was arrested early Monday for suspicion of possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), a felony offense, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. Bail: $2,500. The man's husband, was arrested for suspicion of DUI drugs, driving with expired registration and no valid driver's license. Bail; $1,137.

— A 31-year-old man, Aaron Hill, was arrested Saturday for suspicion of possession of a controlled substance and disorderly conduct. Bail: $2,500.

— A 49-year-old man was arrested Sunday for suspicion of DUI, reckless exhibition of speed, no valid driver's license and open container.

According to the booking report, at around 1:33 p.m. a deputy observed a 4-door sedan traveling westbound on Arrowhead Drive stop at the sign at Emerson. He stopped for an unusual amount of time. Then, the vehicle suddenly revved its engine, where its back wheels began to spin. The vehicle then did a burnout for a few seconds before taking off, traveling westbound on Arrowhead. The officer activated their lights and caught up to the vehicle and made a traffic stop.

The officer could smell an overwhelming odor of alcoholic beverage coming from the vehicle. Given the reckless driving behavior and alcohol odor, the deputy asked the driver for his car keys. The man provided them. He was asked how much he had to drink. The officer noticed the man had red, watery eyes and slurred speech. He advised he had nothing. The officer informed him that he could smell it. The man changed his answer to just a Monster energy drink which he produced an open can of Monster energy drink with alcohol from the center console. The man shook it, where the officer observed there was liquid inside, the report states.

The man was asked if he would submit to field sobriety tests. The man advised he would and also advised he had a hip injury. He showed signs of impairment on the tests. He refused a preliminary breath test. Based on observations, officers believed the man to be under the influence. He also refused an evidentiary blood test. A warrant was later obtained for a blood draw. Bail: $1,137.

— A 46-year-old Carson City man, Nathan Kelley, was arrested Sunday for suspicion of felony possessing a gun by a prohibited person, drawing a deadly weapon in a threating manner and discharging a gun in/on public thoroughfare or public place.

The arrest stems from the man allegedly shooting a hole through the floor of his apartment that went through the ceiling, and later shooting at a south Carson Street gas station.

According to the booking report, deputies were dispatched 3:34 a.m. to the area of Carson and West Musser for a report of a male subject screaming and holding a rifle.

Deputies, who had also learned the suspect had shot at the gas station, arrived at the location and observed the suspect. Deputies gave commands for him to drop his weapon and lay flat on the ground. He was patted down for weapons and read his Miranda warning and handcuffed.

Deputies spoke with the man, and learned he drank six beers before the incidents. Officers also were told by the man that he suffered mental health issues, according to the report.

Officers reviewed traffic camera footage and observed the man holding the rifle with both hands aimed toward the ground. He was seen walking eastbound on Musser where he sits for a brief moment and proceeds north on Carson Street and then back to Musser.

A reporting party who had earlier witnessed the incident provided a statement. The gun was loaded with the red dot on and in the firing position with one round in the chamber.

Video footage was uploaded and submitted into evidence. The man agreed to submit to evidentiary testing of his blood. He was booked for suspicion of possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, drawing a deadly weapon in a threatening manner and discharging a gun in/on a public thoroughfare or in a public place.

Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong said Monday that the investigation is ongoing and the MOST team is involved to determine what help the man may need. Bail: $20,000.

— All information for the crime log (unless otherwise noted) comes from the arrest reports supplied by the Carson City Sheriff's Office, and is considered by law to be public information. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The policy of Carson Now is to name anyone who is arrested for a felony offense.

Tail & Tires — a free trail safety workshop happening Wednesday at Douglas County Fairgrounds

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 21:00:09 +0000

By Carson Valley Trails Association

Tail & Tires — a free trail safety workshop will be held at the Douglas County Fairgrounds on Wednesday, June 5.

As part of the Slow and Say Hello safety campaign, Carson Valley Trails Association (CVTA) and the Douglas County Mounted Posse (DCMP) are offering a workshop to familiarize mountain bikers with horses.

All ages are welcome to come learn how and why horses may react to mountain bikes, including safe techniques for approaching and passing horseback riders and hikers on trails. Participants will hear CVTA and DCMP members describe and demonstrate various horse behaviors — and if you bring your mountain bike, we may ask you to help us out. There will also be opportunities to touch and possibly ride a horse.

This event is free and open to all mountain bikers, hikers, and others interested in trail safety. Please wear good shoes (no sandals) and bring your helmet if you will ride a bike or a horse at the event.

Carson City to conduct U.S. flag retirement ceremony Flag Day at fire station

Jeff Munson — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 20:35:29 +0000

Event Date:

June 14, 2024 - 3:30pm

Carson City news release

The Carson City Community Emergency Response Team, in conjunction with the Carson City Fire Department (CCFD), will conduct a formal U.S. flag retirement ceremony on Flag Day, Friday, June 14, at 3:30 p.m. at CCFD Station 52, located at 2400 College Parkway.

At the formal U.S. flag retirement ceremony, dignitaries, veterans, and other guests, will witness the ceremonial burning of a U.S. flag in honor of our country and what our flag stands for.

Guests can park at the Carson City Airport located at 2600 College Parkway. A JAC shuttle will be available to transport guests to and from the ceremony. Limited handicapped parking is available next to Station 52.

The United States Flag Code establishes advisory rules for display and care of the flag of the United States. Included in these rules is guidance regarding the proper disposal of U.S. flags which are unfit for display. The preferred method for disposal (known as retirement) is burning.

100-Year Anniversary of Iconic Block ‘C’ on C-Hill in Carson City

Jeff Munson — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 19:15:34 +0000

Carson City School District

Have you ever wondered how long the ‘C’ has been atop C-Hill in Carson City? Well, this year will mark the 100-year anniversary of the beloved landmark. First constructed in 1924, the symbol has stood as a testament to community spirit and school pride, has remained visible for miles around and has been cherished by generations of residents and alumni alike.

The ‘C,’ was initially assembled by a group of dedicated members of the Block “C” Society as a symbol of unity and school spirit. During the 1923-1924 school year, plans were made by the Society to construct a large ‘C’ on one of the hills not far from town (see excerpt from page 40 of the 1924 Carson High School Yearbook).

Over the years, the ‘C’ has seemingly undergone an annual transformation for several decades. The iconic, highly-visible landmark has unofficially been converted overnight to the two-digit number of each year’s graduating class, typically in the last week of May or the first week of June, depending on the date of graduation.

The practice is not a traditional school-supported or school-sanctioned event. And converting the edifice back to the distinguished hillside ‘C’ has typically fallen on the combined efforts of the school’s football team, local organizations, patriotic citizens and volunteers who understand the importance of the enduring emblem.