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Internationally renowned climate science leader among experts at Tahoe weather conference
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/11/2018 - 4:20pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE — Are extreme weather events linked to global warming? Deciphering the science and providing answers is the job of national weather broadcasters and journalists. How do they decide what is aired? These topics and more will be addressed at Tahoe South’s annual Operation Sierra Storm, a leading national weather conference Jan. 21-24.
Senator Square: CHS Library transformation has begun
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 01/07/2018 - 9:56amGreat news for Carson High School students as Librarian Ananda Campbell is making sure her library stays cutting edge.
Campbell was awarded both the Library Services and Technology Act Community Enrichment Grant from the Nevada State Library and Archives and the Carson City School District Schools Foundation Mini Grant Teacher Award to help fund Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Projects and to assist in facilitating an ever-changing CHS Senators Library Collaborative Learning area.
Senator Square: Sheriff, school district, Partnership Carson City promoting safe, sober NYE
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 12/31/2017 - 9:17amA great beginning to a new year starts with safety first, and the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with Carson City School District and Partnership Carson City, is promoting its Safe and Sober New Year’s for all Carson City youth by offering support to any middle school or high school student having a get-together on New Year’s Eve.
Senator Square: Kenyan woman shares story of strength and faith during Carson High visit
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/24/2017 - 3:12amSierra Lutheran High School, along with Carson High School and Douglas High School’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes, were fortunate this past week to receive a visit from Flora Savai, a young lady who grew up in the Mathare slums of Nairobi, Kenya.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Dec. 9 - 10
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/08/2017 - 7:29pmThe Carson City area is awash in entertainment, shopping, and family-friendly options this weekend. Santa Claus is popping up all over, including at Benson Feed for the annual CASI Pet Photos with St. Nick and aboard the train at our Railroad Museum’s Santa Train. The musical ‘Honk, Jr’ for the young ones and Love/Sick for the older crowd are on the stage at the Brewery Arts Center. Spend the day at the Silver Saddle Ranch: their annual Holiday Open House is the perfect time to explore their trails and learn more about the working ranch’s preservation.
Central Lyon Youth Connections Celebrates 25 Years With Free Santa Breakfast
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/04/2017 - 8:21pmDayton, Nevada - Central Lyon Youth Connections (CLYC) has been an important asset in Lyon County communities for 25 years. They're inviting the public to join them in celebrating their 25th anniversary with a free pancake breakfast with Santa and photos by Denise Crites on December 9th from 8am-11am at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street. Reservations for the event can be made by leaving a message at (775) 246-0320.
Holiday happenings, celebrations around Carson City and beyond now through Christmas
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/03/2017 - 4:28pmWith December arriving we are counting the days until Christmas. So deck the halls, get some jingle bells and wassail away this holiday season. Here's what's happening now through Christmas around Carson City, Carson Valley, Dayton and Virginia City areas.
Nevada's Division of Child and Family Services recognizes 2017 National Adoption Month
Submitted by editor on Fri, 11/17/2017 - 12:22pmNovember is National Adoption Month. In Nevada, there are more than 4,600 children and teens in foster care. Many of these children have spent several years in foster care and are seeking more permanent connections through adoption by a family or adult mentor.
WNC Welcomes New Library and Learning Resource Director
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/16/2017 - 1:35pmFlexibility and versatility are two distinguishable qualities that Western Nevada College’s new library and learning resource director brings to the college. Denise Frohlich has worked in a public branch library, as well as at a private university and a K-12 school district.
Senator Square: Carson High School Honors Government students rally to help others
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/15/2017 - 2:25amCHS Honors Government Students, three separate classes, are hosting fundraisers as part of teacher Angila Golik’s U.S. Citizenship unit.
It's Your City features Compassionate Connections Matter founder Matthew Embrey
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/08/2017 - 2:05pmThis week's edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Matthew Embrey, founder and executive director of Compassionate Connections Matter, a non-profit organization committed to supporting acts of altruism through community event creation and engagement.
It's Your City highlights upcoming TEDx Carson City event at BAC
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/02/2017 - 1:48pmThis week's edition of It's Your City with host Cortney Bloomer features TEDx Carson City committee member Garrett Lepire who discusses the upcoming event being held at the Brewery Arts Center. TEDx Carson City is Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the BAC in Carson City.
Momentum brings about new name change
Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/28/2017 - 2:48pmNevada Photo Source, founded by photographer Cathleen Allison in 2009, is changing its name to Nevada Momentum to more accurately reflect the diversity of its work.
Carson City Sheriff: Stalking reports raise safety concerns, heighten sensitivity
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 09/28/2017 - 7:01amA recent string of reported stalking incidents around Reno and Sparks over the past few weeks has led to increased vigilance locally, Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong said, raising concerns over personal safety.
TEDxCarsonCity 2017 Agora theme to build community with talks, videos
Submitted by editor on Mon, 09/25/2017 - 11:41amTEDxCarsonCity is an all day event where engaging speakers from a variety of disciplines share their life's work, passions, and concepts through thought-provoking and entertaining talks that run between 10 to 15 minutes in length. The event combines live talks, TED Talk videos, and opportunities to network and discover unexpected connections and ultimately build community.
Senator Square: Open house, open hearts at Carson High School
Submitted by editor on Sat, 09/09/2017 - 9:29pmOn September 13, Carson High School will open its doors a little wider and longer for a back to school night like no other. Open House, Open Hearts is a community event focused on building bridges to local services for teens and their families, increasing parent and guardian engagement at CHS, and celebrating the community, creativity and diverse talents of Carson City.
Nevada Groups Bring Science, Engineering, Arts and More to Silver City Summer Program
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/06/2017 - 5:26amSilver City, Nevada - Many groups and volunteers came together once again to make the annual summer program in Silver City a success. Each year since 2003, Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey (HCC) has co-sponsored some of the free, public programming in STEAM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math - that the historic Comstock community offers annually in partnership with nearly a dozen groups and lots of community volunteers.
Sierra Nevada Forums presents LGBT from A to Z
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/30/2017 - 4:38pmPlease join us Tuesday, Sept. 12, 5:30 p..m. at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City as the Sierra Nevada Forums will discuss the definitions associated with different sexual orientations, the unique challenges facing people who are LGBTQ, and the influences leading to discriminatory practices against them.
Join us for our monthly membership meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 08/19/2017 - 7:12pmWe want to invite anyone interested in attending the monthly membership meeting for the Carson City Republican Party. We will be featuring Tyler Brennan, General Manager of RISE Dispensary of Carson City as our guest speaker. Tyler will be speaking to our party about his take on some of the recent controversies surrounding marijuana dispensaries locally as well as education on cannabis and what the implementation of NV Question 2 means going forward in both Carson City and Nevada as a whole.
Teens check out Carson City’s art scene as part of entrepreneur class
Submitted by editor on Tue, 08/01/2017 - 2:17pmCarson City’s art and culture director is looking to the youth for insight and suggestions into the community’s mural program.
Doing it Island Style: Northern Nevada Hui Association fundraiser Saturday at Carson Mall
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 07/27/2017 - 2:24pmAloha! On Saturday, July 29, the Northern Nevada Hui Association will be having a fundraiser at the Carson Mall with food, activities and music throughout the day.
PUCN pipeline safety division urges safe excavating procedures
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/26/2017 - 11:53amThe Public Utilities Commission of Nevada pipeline safety division reports it has investigated several recent incidents involving excavators attempting improper repairs to stop the flow of natural gas from damaged facilities.
Sixth annual Governor’s Conference on Business coming August 17
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/24/2017 - 9:59amThe Department of Business and Industry will host the sixth annual Governor’s Conference on Business August 17 at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks.
Frontier Airlines returns to Reno-Tahoe International with service to Denver this fall
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/18/2017 - 10:52amFrontier Airlines announced Tuesday that it will begin service between Reno-Tahoe International Airport and Denver this fall. Frontier, known for distinctive photos of wild animals on each of their aircraft tails, last served Reno-Tahoe a decade ago.
Over the Hill Motorcycle Club Donates $500 to Food Pantry in Silver Springs
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/15/2017 - 7:20pmSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — For the third year in a row, the Over the Hill Motorcycle Club has made a donation to the Silver Stage Food Pantry.
One injured in north Carson City water main break
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/10/2017 - 1:45pmA private contractor working in the Silver Oak area installing main connections on the water pipeline serving the extreme northwest portion of Carson City ruptured the line Monday morning sending one person to the hospital with moderate injuries, according to Carson City Public Works.
United Airlines begins non-stop Reno to Chicago flights beginning Thursday
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/06/2017 - 12:49pmReno-Tahoe International Airport announced non-stop flights to Chicago on United Airlines beginning Thursday, June 8. The airline will offer daily, non-stop service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, adding to the summer travel options between Reno and the Windy City.
Senator Square: Carson High School's Top 20 academic scholars
Submitted by editor on Sat, 06/03/2017 - 8:42pmCongratulations to the Class of 2017 at Carson High School. Though the school year is concluded, teachers will be talking about this class for some time to come. According to CHS government teacher Angila Golik, “This is an amazing class of great kids, a huge accomplishment since there are close to 500 seniors in the class.”
Nevada Business Connections June breakfast features business broker, Storey community development director
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/30/2017 - 11:20amThe next Nevada Business Connections breakfast meeting will be Wednesday, June 21, at Gold Dust West Casino in Carson City. The meeting will feature guest speakers Buzz Harris with The Liberty Group of Nevada, and Dean Haymore, director, Storey County Community Development.
Carson Valley Trails Association Celebrates National Trails Day on June 3
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/25/2017 - 8:59pmThe Carson Valley Trails Association will present Carson Valley Trails Day, a celebration of the American Hiking Society's National Trails Day, on Saturday, June 3. Events are planned at two trails - the Fay-Luther Trail in Gardnerville and the Bently Heritage Trail in Minden.