American Red Cross
Red Cross seeks volunteers to serve Carson City and surrounding communities
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 2:35pmRENO — The American Red Cross of Northern Nevada is seeking volunteers to join its Disaster Action Team, serving Carson City and surrounding communities in the Carson Valley and other areas of Douglas County.
FEMA emergency food and shelter program funds awarded to Carson City, Douglas, Lyon and Washoe counties
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/25/2020 - 2:18pmFederal funds made available through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency have been awarded to jurisdictions in the state of Nevada for Phase 38. The eligible spending period for Phase 38 is January 1, 2020 to May 31, 2021. The following is a list of the awards for northern Nevada jurisdictions (counties) including Carson City, Douglas, Lyon and Washoe.
UNR Extension online workshop provides timely information on preparing fire evacuation bag
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/10/2020 - 12:44pmWith 642 fires having burned 229,409 acres in Nevada so far this year, and wildfires continuing to threaten homes and lives across the West, University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Living With Fire Program continues its virtual workshop series, “Five Ways to Prepare Your Family and Property for Wildfire.”
Spring forward with free smoke alarm from Red Cross of Northern Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/03/2020 - 11:36amAs daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 8, the American Red Cross of Northern Nevada encourages residents to spring forward with a free smoke alarm and installation.
American Red Cross, Northern Nevada rural counties partner for emergency response exercise
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/19/2020 - 12:17pmWhen disaster strikes, emergency response teams ramp up quickly to safeguard lives. Providing immediate shelter is often a first priority. In order to practice and ensure the safety of our residents, the Red Cross of Northern Nevada, in collaboration with emergency management from Carson City, Douglas, Lyon and Storey counties, will set up two simulated shelters next month.
Red Cross of Northern Nevada offers sweet smoke alarm deal for Valentine’s Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 11:55amIt may not be a typical Valentine’s Day gift, but love comes in all forms. Show how much you care for a loved one and order a free smoke alarm and installation from the American Red Cross of Northern Nevada.
Clocks fall back this Sunday, Red Cross advises to check smoke alarm batteries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 10:56amAs daylight saving time ends this Sunday morning, the American Red Cross of Northern Nevada reminds residents to check and replace smoke alarm batteries to protect against home fires.
Events around Carson City for Monday, August 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 5:32pmHeading into the first day of the work week, if you're an early, early riser or are settling in for the night, you'll want to step outside at around 3 a.m. for the peak of the Perseid shower, which will be in the eastern sky. If you missed them, there will be a viewing party hosted by Carson City Parks and Rec at the Jack C. Davis Observatory at WNC beginning at midnight Tuesday morning, August 13. Otherwise, it's onward and upward into the day with a Cooperative Extension presentation, Shred Kids mountain bike camp, Red Cross sitter certification class, West Coast swing dancing and more.
American Red Cross Babysitting Certification
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/08/2019 - 2:34pmThis American Red Cross Babysitter's Training Course will provide youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly care for children and infants. This training will help participants develop leadership skills, develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe, understand children from ages 0 to 10, help children and infants with daily needs, help children with their behavior, and become fully certified in pediatric CPR and First Aid.
Register here: https://www.campusce.net/wnc/Course/Course.aspx?c=655
Carson City area weather: Hot temperatures ahead prompt NWS heat advisory for region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/21/2019 - 9:04amThe Carson City region and much of western and northern Nevada may experience the hottest days of the year over the next couple days, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Heat Advisory from Sunday afternoon to Monday night.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, July 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/15/2019 - 7:05pmAs we head into Tuesday, July 16, 2019 we're reminded it's halfway through the month and time sure is flying as we celebrate our summertime favorite stops around the Carson City region. For Tuesday we have walks, hikes and bike rides, a Red Cross "be ready" presentation, Fat Tuesday Business Networking in Dayton, art classes, showings and more. Enjoy.
Carson City Triad presents 'Be Red Cross Ready' this Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/11/2019 - 10:58amCarson City Triad hosts Be Red Cross Ready presented by the Northern Nevada American Red Cross Tuesday, July 16, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. The event is free and open to the public.
Northern Nevada Red Cross honors volunteers for exceptional service
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/22/2019 - 9:45amTen volunteers with the Northern Nevada Chapter of the American Red Cross were honored recently at an appreciation event for exceptional service.
Art, Flying Pigs, and Excellent Sales: Events and Happenings in Carson City for Saturday, March 23
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/22/2019 - 4:17pmHappy Saturday Carson City! Today we have the Flying Pig Indoor Flea Market at Fuji Park, the “Spring has Sprung” Art Show, rummage sales, and more! We’ll be looking at a day full of spring showers and gentle breezes, with a high of 49 degrees and a low of 25.
Happenings around Carson City on Friday, March 22
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/22/2019 - 8:25amHello Carson City and welcome to Friday, March 22, 2019. We're looking at sunshine and partly cloudy skies with breezes picking up in the afternoon. There's a slight chance of afternoon showers with the potential for rain late tonight into Saturday morning. Were' looking at a high temperature of 55. Typical spring weather. Here's what's ahead today:
What's happening around Carson City for Thursday, March 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/21/2019 - 8:42amGood morning, Carson City. Today is Thursday, March 21, 2019. If there's something we can always count on the last 10 days of March, besides the NCAA basketball championships, is unsettled weather. We can expect showers this morning with some clearing this afternoon. Speaking of NCAA basketball, the 7th ranked Nevada Wolf Pack Men's basketball team will face 10th ranked Florida Gators today, 3:50 p.m.
What's happening around Carson City for Wednesday, March 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/20/2019 - 8:29amHello Carson City, today is Wednesday, March 20, 2019, the first day of Spring and the middle of the work week. Today is Nevada Moves Day where schoolchildren will be walking and riding their bikes to and from school. Motorists may want to be especially careful as there are more kids on the sidewalks and crosswalks than usual.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, March 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 8:22amGood morning Carson City and welcome to the last day of winter. It is Tuesday, March 19, 2019. Expect mostly sunshine and cloudy skies today as a weather system is expected to move into the region later tonight bringing rain showers to the lower valleys and some snow to the Sierra for the first day of Spring. Here's what is happening around town today, including free admission to the Nevada State Museum.
What's happening around Carson City on Monday, March 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/18/2019 - 7:46amHello Carson City and welcome to Monday, March 18, 2019. Are you ready for the work week? For those keeping score there are two days until spring, 95 days until summer and 281 days until Christmas. Enjoy the sunshine and blue skies today and tomorrow as Wednesday may be a rainy one for us here in the valley and snowy in the high Sierra. Stay tuned.
What's happening around Carson City on St. Patrick's Day Sunday, March 17
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/16/2019 - 8:56pmHappy St. Patrick's Day, Carson City! May the luck o' the Irish be with you on this fine Spring-like Sunday.
Leprechauns may well have had a hand in turning our seasonal fortunes around and making the ground hog look like he knows what he's doing.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, March 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/14/2019 - 11:43pmWell we're here Carson City. We're heading into March 15, the last Friday of winter 2019. While March 20 may be the first day of Spring, the weekend ahead is about the Irish and their spring. The exception is tonight where the Western Nevada College Chapter of the National Student Nurses' Association will be going Italian style with a fundraising spaghetti feed spread. Read on for more.
What's happening around Carson City on Thursday, March 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/14/2019 - 8:10amHello Carson City and welcome to Thursday, March 14, 2019. The warmup continues today with sunny skies ahead. We're six days from hitting the first official day of Spring. Are you ready? We're also counting down the hours for the weekend ahead and all the St. Patrick's festivities around the area. Read on for what's happening today.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, March 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/13/2019 - 8:37amGood morning Carson City. Today is Wednesday, March 13, 2019. Many of us woke up to a nice dusting of snow on the grass and around the hillsides. The white stuff won't last very long. While technically not Spring until March 20, a week from today, there's a noticeable warmup ahead, with high temperatures near 60 by Sunday.
What's happening around Carson City on Monday, March 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 10:05pmUPDATE: The Subaru, Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers will be leading an Awareness Workshop at the Carson City Community Center in the Bonanza Room tonight. Leave No Trace teaches outdoor skills and ethics, minimizing our impacts and enjoying the outdoors responsibly. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. Go here to register.
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Here we are Carson City, heading into the first day of the work week with St. Patrick teasing us for the next 6 days. From guest talks, dance and art activities, here's what's ahead for Monday, March 11, 2019.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, March 10
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/09/2019 - 9:56pmToday has earned a happy dance, because there will be an extra hour of daylight with which to enjoy the outdoors. Just remember to set your alarms so you aren't an hour late for work Monday!
Spring Forward to Safety: Red Cross offers smoke detectors in daylight saving time campaign
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 11:58amWith daylight saving time this weekend, the American Red Cross of Northern Nevada is reminding residents to check and replace smoke detector batteries and is offering a no-cost smoke alarm installation through its Home Fire Campaign.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Feb. 24
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/23/2019 - 10:06pmThe hills around the Nevada state capital are alive with the sound of music and nature as the Carson City Symphony performs its 200th concert Sunday at the newly renovated Bob Boldrick Theater.
Before that, go on a treasure hunt at one of two marketplaces occurring in Carson City today, including the Flying Pig Flea Market and the Seventh Day Adventist Rummage Sale.
Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, First Aid Training Hybrid Course offered at WNC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/12/2019 - 12:29pmPrepare for the unexpected with first aid training from the American Red Cross. Developed and taught by experts, this course will empower you to provide care when it's needed most.
You will complete a portion of this course through the American Red Cross's award-winning online portal (this takes 2-3 hours), and complete the hands-on portion of the course on the WNC campus.
Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid Training Hybrid Course
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/12/2019 - 12:21pmPrepare for the unexpected with first aid training from the American Red Cross. Developed and taught by experts, this course will empower you to provide care when it's needed most.
You will complete a portion of this course through the American Red Cross's award-winning online portal (this takes 2-3 hours), and complete the hands-on portion of the course on the WNC campus.
Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid Training
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/12/2019 - 12:04pmPrepare for the unexpected with first aid training from the American Red Cross. Developed and taught by experts, this course will empower you to provide care when it's needed most. The course will include basic first aid, CPR and AED skills to give you the confidence necessary to perform life-saving procedures when they're needed most.
This course is OSHA-compliant and your certification is good for two years following course completion. This course is $110.
For information on how to sign up go to email conted@wnc.edu or call (775) 445-4241.