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From a ban on surprise hospital ER billing to 'red flag’ gun law, new bills take effect in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/01/2020 - 12:19pmToday, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 is the beginning of a new year, a new decade and also a new set of laws. More than 70 laws enacted by the Nevada Legislature last year take effect either in whole or in part today.
They include several major health care initiatives — including a ban on surprise emergency room bills, a tax on vaping products and a requirement that hospitals use patients’ preferred names and pronouns — as well as laws that will benefit employees, including paid sick leave.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: The Fine Art of Keeping Bar
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 12:18pmI ask you, how many of us lucky ducks have fallen back on the fine art of keeping bar when our life's calling falls a little short? I'm confident I do not stand alone in the oasis. There are thousands of us grateful "one time cocktologists" who succeeded in their life's work thanks to the glorious and oh so enjoyable salvation of, "Yo-barkeep!"
House candidate to speak at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 3:07amThe featured speaker at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon will be Patricia Ackerman, a Democratic primary candidate for Nevada's 2nd Congressional District.
Funding in upgrades at rifle and pistol range to be heard by Carson City supervisors
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/26/2019 - 6:26pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors will meet Thursday, Jan. 2 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Carson City Community Center located at 851 E. William Street. On the agenda is a discussion about funding allocations and a contract to upgrade the Rifle Range, plus board member commission appointments and more.
Joe Biden's campaign in the spotlight at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/05/2019 - 10:07pmFeatured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Alysia Peters, Northern Nevada Political Director for the Biden for President campaign. Following her presentation, she will field questions from Democrats still undecided ahead of February's precinct caucuses.
Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss Butti Way affordable housing proposal Dec. 5
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 10:30amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Dec. 5 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
On the docket for discussion is the sale of property to Carson Tahoe Regional Health Care, development of affordable/workforce housing near Butti Way, purchasing a new radio dispatch console system and public safety audio equipment and more.
Student debt holding back a generation of Americans, U.S. Rep. Susie Lee says
Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 11:45pmU.S. Rep. Susie Lee campaigned as an education advocate on the way to winning office in 2018. Since her election, one of her main focuses has been student debt and how it is holding ...
Trump supporters could affect all of Nevada’s elections
Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 2:00amThough the constant coverage and the mammoth field of Democratic candidates may make the 2020 election seem like it’s around the corner, there is about a year before President Donald Trump and the Democratic challenger face off. For Nevadans, there are also other races on the ballot that are of ...
Trump supporters could affect all of Nevada’s elections
Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 2:00amThough the constant coverage and the mammoth field of Democratic candidates may make the 2020 election seem like it’s around the corner, there is about a year before President Donald Trump and the Democratic challenger face off. For Nevadans, there are also other races on the ballot that are of ...
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Lane: Spreading The Gospel According To Twain
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/21/2019 - 12:30pmSpent the last six weeks out on the Mississippi and Ohio, saving sinners while spreading the Gospel according to Twain. That's what I like to think, anyways. They saved me is probably closer to the truth.
Open Medicare enrollment for Carson City, Washoe residents via Senior Care Plus underway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/16/2019 - 6:02pmMedicare recipients in Carson City and Washoe County have the opportunity to enroll in locally-owned Senior Care Plus, a Medicare Advantage Plan, for healthcare coverage throughout Renown Health’s integrated network, remote urgent and emergency healthcare anywhere in the United States at any time, as well as global urgent care and emergency room coverage.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Oct. 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/14/2019 - 6:04pmHeading into Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, it will be a busy day ahead around the capital city including a Carson City Chamber of Commerce luncheon with Nevada's chief economist, a GOP Women's Club luncheon with Nevada State Senator James Settelmeyer, Sierra Lutheran will host its 7th and 8th Grade Visitation Day, plus a morning walk, evening hike with Muscle Powered, archery at Centennial Park, art night at the library and more. Enjoy the day.
Lieutenant Governor to speak at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 10:51pmFeatured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Kate Marshall, who on Jan. 7, 2019 became the 35th Lieutenant Governor of the State of Nevada. From 2007 to 2015, she served as Nevada's 21st State Treasurer.
Nevada's chief economist to provide 2020 forecast at Carson City Chamber luncheon
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 6:19pmNevada Chief Economist David Schmidt will be the featured speaker at the Carson City Chamber Soup’s On! luncheon on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at Gold Dust West beginning at 11:30 a.m. The public is invited to hear Schmidt give his reasoning behind his statement that “Nevada is statistically overdue for a recession.”
Open Medicare Advantage enrollment begins Oct. 15, Senior Care Plus available to Carson City, Washoe County residents
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 2:48pmMedicare recipients have the opportunity to enroll in locally-owned Senior Care Plus, a Medicare Advantage Plan, for healthcare coverage throughout Renown Health’s integrated network, remote urgent and emergency healthcare anywhere in the United States at any time, as well as global urgent care and emergency room coverage.
Democrats in Nevada work to boost digital ads ahead of 2020
Submitted by admin on Mon, 09/23/2019 - 2:00amAs Democrats race to outpace President Donald Trump's aggressive online operation ahead of the 2020 election, the left's largest super PAC touched down in Nevada this week to help ...
What role will unions play in the 2020 presidential election?
Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/20/2019 - 2:00amThe largest 2020 presidential campaign event so far in Nevada was inexorably tied to organized labor.
At Gardnerville Basque Fry, a show of pro-Trump unity, calls to fight 'for the soul of our country'
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/15/2019 - 11:51amOn the heels of widespread Democratic victories in Nevada last year, conservative speakers at the fifth annual Basque Fry event that’s affiliated with former Attorney General Adam Laxalt painted a picture of a more unified Republican Party and a state turning red in the 2020 election.
Governor's Office to appoint new commissioner in Lyon County following Commissioner Greg Hunewill's death
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/30/2019 - 7:54amFollowing the passing of Lyon County Commissioner Greg Hunewill on Aug. 19, Governor Sisolak's Office will now be responsible for appointing the next Lyon County Commissioner to fill the vacancy.
Senator Square: Monday begins a new year at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/18/2019 - 7:43amSet that alarm clock if the pituitary gland is not yet ready to do its job, because Monday arrives tomorrow and it is time yet again for students, parents, and even teachers to get out of bed early for the 2019-2020 school year.
Carson City Republican Women to hear U.S. Representative Mark Amodei
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 12:41pmU.S. Representative Mark Amodei will be the guest speaker at the upcoming Tuesday, August 20 meeting of the Carson City Republican Women's Club. The public is invited to join us at the Casino Fandango Ballroom, Carson City to hear Representative Amodei provide the group with an update on the House of Representatives activities and his insight as to what is happening in Washington, D.C.
2020 hopeful Steyer touts benefits of being political outsider
Submitted by admin on Sat, 08/10/2019 - 2:00amTom Steyer, the billionaire Democratic activist, declared his candidacy for the 2020 election late, pushing himself as an outsider who isn’t beholden to corporate interests ...
Carson City sheriff, district attorney release Marsy’s Law information video
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/08/2019 - 3:19pmCarson City Sheriff Ken Furlong and District Attorney Jason Woodbury have released a public service announcement designed to educate the public about Marsy’s Law.
Sims declares 2020 candidacy for Carson City mayor
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 07/21/2019 - 10:01amLong time political activist and former Carson City Republican Vice Chairman Aaron Sims officially kicked off his campaign for mayor of Carson City Saturday morning at the firefighters memorial at Mills Park.
Aaron Sims to host campaign kickoff BBQ for mayoral candidacy
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/13/2019 - 3:11pmThe public is invited to join us for the official campaign Kickoff for Aaron Sims who will be declaring his candidacy for Mayor of Carson City.
This event will be a barbecue and a speaking engagement. We will have good food and music. It is Saturday, July 20.
The event will be held at the Firefighters Memorial on the East side of Mills Park. Entrance is just off of Saliman Rd across from the high school. We are asking for an RSVP which you can do by following the link to the facebook event at the bottom.
Doors open at 11:30AM and the event will start at noon.
Joel W. Locke Elected Nevada State Bar Board of Governors
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 10:21amAllison MacKenzie Law Firm is pleased to announce Joel W. Locke, a partner at the Carson City, Nevada law firm, has been elected to the Nevada State Bar Board of Governors. He was elected and sworn in on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at the State Bar of Nevada Annual Meeting which was held in Vail, Colorado. Members of the board help promote the integrity of the legal profession, encourage professional growth and provide the opportunity to give back to the community.
Obituary for Joseph (Joe) R. Burnett
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/09/2019 - 12:36pmJoseph (Joe) Burnett March 30, 1969- July 3, 2019. Joe got his wings July 3, 2019 at the young age of 50 surrounded by family and friends. Born March 30, 1969 to Michael and Judy Burnett in Inglewood, CA Joe moved to Nevada when he was 3 years old and was a Nevadan through and through from that day forward minus the birth right all he was missing was the title of Native Nevadan.
Why Should We Celebrate the Founders and the Fourth? (Opinion column)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/04/2019 - 3:50pm“And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.”
Those are the last lines of the Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Second Continental Congress on July 2, 1776. The technology of the day – hand-writing in cursive – delayed the final copies until July 4.
Carson City Symphony Association Annual Membership Meeting on Sunday July 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/01/2019 - 7:35amThe Carson City Symphony Association's annual membership meeting and end-of-the-fiscal-year party will be on Sunday, July 7, 6:30 p.m., at the Lake Glen Clubhouse, 164 Lake Glen Drive, Carson City. The Symphony is celebrating the conclusion of its 35th season.
Harry Reid: Trump not a good president, but 'I have always liked him’
Submitted by admin on Sun, 06/30/2019 - 2:00amIn the Las Vegas office of former Democratic U.S. Sen. Harry Reid of Nevada hangs a framed letter. It is dated Nov. 8, 2010, days after Reid had secured an election victory over ...