Armed Forces
Nationally touring war exhibition 'Always Lost' returns to Nevada’s capital with reception this morning
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/22/2015 - 7:53pmIn 2009, Carson City poet Teresa Breeden wrote: “Listen. These soldiers were all children once…they stood in that first pair of shoes, released supports, leaned into the wind of unknowing, wobbled that first step toward war.” Literary work by Breeden and other Nevada writers accompany photographs of the nearly 7,000 U.S military Iraq and Afghanistan war dead since Sept.11, 2001, all part of the nationally touring arts and humanities exhibition “Always Lost: A Meditation on War.”
McCain kicks protesters from hearing, calls them ‘scum’
Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/29/2015 - 2:58pmU.S. Sen. John McCain had a blunt message for demonstrators chanting for the arrest of Henry Kissinger at a Senate Armed Forces Committee hearing ...
Ira Hansen to step down as speaker of Nevada Assembly; says he's a victim, blames the media
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/23/2014 - 1:16pmAssemblyman Ira Hansen, R-Sparks, will step down as the GOP's choice for speaker of the Nevada Assembly. Hansen made the announcement in an statement sent to the Republican Assembly caucus that was made public Sunday. He blamed the media and the "powers that be" as prompting his resignation in which he said he has become a victim and target of "character assassination."
In recent days several columns he had written over the years for the Sparks Tribune and comments he made on KOH radio were again brought to light, where Hansen blasted blacks, women in the military, Jews and gays.
On Ira Hansen and the Nevada Republican Party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/21/2014 - 9:18amIra Hansen (born October 5, 1960) is a member of the Nevada State Assembly. He is a Republican, representing district 32 in Northern Nevada.
Biography
Hansen was born in Reno, Nevada. He is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is married to Alexis with 8 children. He works as a plumbing contractor. He was a talk radio host on station KKOH in Reno for five years as well. He was fired due to outrage over comments he made to the effect that the United States should not have such a strong relationship with Israel.[1]
Veterans Day flag placement at Lone Mountain Cemetery in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/11/2014 - 11:04amSierra Nevada Corporation successfully demonstrates transport telemedicine system at conference
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/29/2014 - 7:29pmSierra Nevada Corporation announced Wednesday the successful completion of the Transport Telemedicine System Proof of Military Utility Advanced Development Assessment for the U.S. Army Medical Material Agency. TTS is a new capability that captures and communicates patient care and condition information beginning at the Point of Injury and continuing until arrival at a medical facility.
Top Tongan military official visits Carson City, Nevada National Guard
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/18/2014 - 1:08pmWith a cooperative pact signed earlier this year, the highest ranking military official in Kingdom of Tonga, Brig. Gen. Tau'aika Uta Atu, visited Carson City Monday, the first stop on his tour of Nevada.
The Nevada National Guard and the South Pacific island nation are one of the newest official relationships created in the National Guard's State Partnership Program, a Department of Defense function that links a state's National Guard with the armed forces or equivalent of a partner country in a cooperative, mutually beneficial agreement.
Eight Nevada Guard Airmen support humanitarian mission in Tonga
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/22/2014 - 3:54pmCARSON CITY - Eight Airmen from the Nevada Air National Guard joined 160 people from seven nations Monday to provide humanitarian assistance to the citizens of Tonga as part of Operation Pacific Angel-Tonga.
The mission will continue until July 26. Tonga is Nevada National Guard's partner in the National Guard's State Partnership Program, the Department of Defense program that links a state's National Guard with the armed forces or equivalent of a partner country in a cooperative, mutually beneficial relationship.
Memorial Day weekend fishing report for Nevada and Northern California
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/21/2014 - 11:49amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This Memorial Day weekend report is for the week of May 21-27, 2014.
Dayton Historical Society hosts 'Discover Gold in Nevada, Again' a Living History Event, Saturday
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/12/2014 - 10:15amThe Historical Society of Dayton Valley hosts “Discover Gold in Dayton, Again,” as part of the Nevada 150th celebration, Saturday, May 17 in Old Town Dayton. Everyone is invited to come celebrate the community’s “firsts."
It is the location of Nevada’s first gold discovery which took place in 1849. It was the Silver State’s first permanent settlement, founded in 1851 and is the site of Lyon County’s first courthouse, opened in 1864. It is also the site of Nevada’s first marriage and ironically, the first divorce, as well, Docent Lauri Emerich, said. “We have a lot to celebrate.”
Caleb Cage and The Gods of Diyala: Transfer of Command in Iraq
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/02/2014 - 2:32pmIn honor of Armed Forces Day, the Capital City Arts Initiative invites you to attend a reading by Iraq veteran and writer Caleb Cage at the BRIC, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.
The reading will take place Saturday, May 17 at 5pm. The free event is part of CCAI’s Books & Writers series co-sponsored with the Carson City Library. CCAI and the Library enthusiastically invite everyone to attend the reading.
Nevada 150 events planned locally, statewide throughout May
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/30/2014 - 10:06amMany events are scheduled throughout the Silver State in the month of May. These Nevada 150 events help celebrate all things Nevada and bring awareness to the state’s 150th Anniversary of Statehood. The following are events held between May 2 and May 15.
Cliven Bundy And His Followers Are Not Patriots!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/27/2014 - 12:16pmI am always amused by those individuals who attach themselves to the United States Constitution in such a way as to be literal in its interpretation, wrap themselves in the Flag of our Nation, and call themselves “true patriots” and the defenders of our “rights and liberties”.
Apparently, if I disagree with their definition of “true patriotism” then I am something less than a citizen or patriot incapable of defending our “rights and liberties”.
9/11/01: Life Lessons Learned
Submitted by Chris Graham on Wed, 09/11/2013 - 1:51pmSeptember 11th 2001: A day that not only changed American History but World History as we knew it. A day where everything literally stood still. Everyone was affected. No one was immune to it. The skies were clear of every flying object known to man. The streets around the nation were empty. Schools had full classrooms but as quiet as if no one was there. All you could hear was a TV in the background with the history making news that was unfolding. A stunned nation and world watched in horror, feeling helpless.
Carson City Sheriff's Office: Tier III Sex Offender registers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/17/2013 - 1:47pmThe Carson City Sheriff's Office advised Wednesday that a Tier III sex offender — the highest level — has registered and is now living in the area of Ramsey Circle in Carson City.
Steven Ray Glasgow, 43, was convicted in 1989 of second degree rape. The crime was committed in Oregon.
Glasgow is not wanted by the Carson City Sheriff's Office but was required under law to register with the Carson City Sheriff's Office and to provide community notification.
Nevada Revised Statute defines Tier III as the following:
Don Q's fishing report for the week of May 30
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/30/2013 - 5:30amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 30.
Text of Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval's State of the State address
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/16/2013 - 7:24pmAs Prepared for Delivery Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013:
Madam Speaker, Mr. President, Distinguished Members of the Legislature, Honorable Justices of the Supreme Court, Constitutional Officers, Senator Heller, honored guests ...
Romney Calls To Keep American Military Strong In 9-11 Anniversary Remarks In Reno
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 09/11/2012 - 12:45pmRENO – GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney told about 3,700 members of the National Guard Association of the United States here today that now is not the time to weaken the nation’s military.
On the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Romney said the return of the country’s troops from Iraq and the impending return of troops from Afghanistan in 2014 cannot be used as an excuse to impose devastating cuts on the Defense Department.
United Blood Services in Carson City hosts 9/11 Heroes Remembered drive
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/11/2012 - 9:24amUnited Blood Services invites the public to its annual 9/11 Heroes Remembered Blood Drive, today, September 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 256 E Winnie Lane, Carson City.
A presentation will begin at 3 p.m. with a Color Guard, patriotic songs by Rick Radecki, and food provided by Reds Old 395 Grill and San Marcos Grill. All blood donors will received a 9/11 commemorative T-shirt.
United Blood Services 9/11 Special Event Blood Drive
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/06/2012 - 1:03pmUnited Blood Services invites the community to its annual 9/11 Heroes Remembered Special Event Blood Drive in Carson City on Tuesday, September 11th to honor all of heroes past and present.
Local Manogue Honors Student Recognizes Sacrifices and Patriotism of Others
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/23/2012 - 12:44pmJake Bayliss, a senior at Reno’s Bishop Manogue High School and Carson City resident, decided to support American Veterans in need by organizing a “Toiletries Drive” to benefit the VA Hospital in Reno, Nevada. Jake gathered over 200 kits containing toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, razors, shaving cream and deodorant which he delivered to the VA Hospital on August 22, 2012.
Unique way to honor veterans this Memorial Day holiday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/24/2012 - 10:44amOn Friday there is a unique way to remember and honor area veterans this Memorial Day weekend. The Carson Nugget is sponsoring a Bingo event on Friday, May 25 beginning at 7 p.m. in the Sierra Room.
The profits from the event will be donated to the Vietnam Veterans of America, Carson Area Chapter 388. The group is hoping to raise $10,000 to bring the Traveling Vietnam Wall tribute to Mills Park for the inaugural celebration of “Battle Born Days” in Carson City in October.
Gov. Sandoval Signs Order Allowing For Professional Licensure Reciprocity For Military Spouses
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 05/07/2012 - 4:27pmCARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval today announced he has signed an executive order providing reciprocity for military spouses seeking professional licensure in Nevada. The order is effective immediately.
Dime-a-dance USO-style party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/30/2012 - 5:37pmIn honor of Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day, High Sierra Swing Dance Club presents a USO-style “dime-a-dance” party to honor veterans and servicepeople May 19 at the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom, 449 W. King St., Carson City. There will be a lesson at 7 p.m., with the social dance at 8-10:30 p.m. Men may purchase tickets for 10 cents a dance (or 12 tickets for $1). Between 8 and 9 p.m., each time you dance with a different woman, give her a ticket, which will be entered into a 9 p.m. drawing for raffle prizes.
Mother of fallen South Tahoe soldier talks about son's life
Submitted by admin on Sat, 10/08/2011 - 4:00amU.S. Army Spc. Garrett Fant scored so high on his military entrance exam that he could have done any job in the armed forces, even those that would have kept him out of the line of fire.But the ...
Carson City IHOP shooting: Names of deceased victims released
Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 9:25amNames of those killed in yesterday's IHOP shooting are:
- Major Heath Kelly, 35, Reno, decorated field artillery officer, husband and father, commander of Joint Force Headquarters in Carson City, served in Iraq 2004-2005. Avid student of military history, known for his dry sense of humor. See story
- Sgt. 1st Class Christian Riege, 38, Carson City, father of three, served in Afghanistan 2009-2010, also served in U.S Navy for two years before joining the Guard
- Sgt. 1st Class Miranda McElhiney, 31, Reno, owner of a small baking company, well known in the company for providing cupcakes for guard functions. See story
- Florence Donovan-Gunderson, 67, South Lake Tahoe. See story
According to Sheriff Kenny Furlong, the names of those wounded are not going to be released at this time.
One of those wounded is Wally Gunderson, husband of Florence Donovan-Gunderson, who died in the attack.
Veterans gain job skills while reducing Lake Tahoe wildfire risk
Submitted by editor on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 1:54pmBy Cheva Heck
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — A crew of military veterans who are preparing for future employment while they're helping to protect Lake Tahoe communities from wildfire were visited today by U.S. Forest Service and California Conservation Corps officials.
Republicans double down on debt ceiling
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Sun, 07/10/2011 - 3:58pmIt's been a couple of weeks since I wrote about our local GOP candidate for Congress Mark Amodei and his politically opportunistic attempt to shed his moderate past and prove he's just as crazy as the other Tea Party people by declaring he would vote against raising the debt ceiling.
Nevada State Health Division Employees Recognized By U.S. Army For Support Of Troops In Afghanistan
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Fri, 05/20/2011 - 2:21pmCARSON CITY – It started out with two individuals sending “care packages” to the troops deployed in Afghanistan but quickly turned into a concerted effort by employees of the Nevada State Health Division to make life a bit brighter for those serving in Operation Enduring Freedom.
Packages were sent with everything from beef jerky to “slightly used” decks of cards and dice from local casinos to the troops based in Kandahar, Afghanistan. One employee contributed hand knitted helmet liners.
Gov. Brian Sandoval issues statement on Osama bin Laden
Submitted by editor on Sun, 05/01/2011 - 10:02pmCARSON CITY, NV – Governor Brian Sandoval tonight issued the following statement after learning of the death of Osama Bin Laden: