Greater Nevada
Senator Square: Carson High students return to school after active summer break
Submitted by editor on Sun, 08/23/2015 - 5:33amHello everyone and welcome back to a new year of Carson High School Senator news. While we took a break from this column this summer, we still had plenty of CHS students busy with school activities over the break. Thank you to the community for supporting students who participated in national competitions across the United States. The Senators were very well represented this summer.
Ending Hunger One Lunch at a Time
Submitted by admin on Fri, 08/21/2015 - 2:24pm“We start the summer off as strangers and end it as friends”
– Marlene Maffei, Food for Thought, Executive Director
Here, in the richest country in the world, 15.8 million children under the age of 18 live with food insecurity. These children go to bed hungry, attend school with empty bellies, and live their lives worrying about when they will eat next.
BSA Troop 33 to Host the 2nd Annual “Send a Scout to Camp” Car and Truck Show Fundraiser
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/04/2015 - 8:36amBSA Troop 33 is excited to announce it will be hosting its 2nd Annual “Send a Scout to Camp” Car and Truck Show Fundraiser on August 15, 2015 at Carson City’s Fuji Park.
The Show will be from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; award ceremony starts at 3 p.m. Registration is $40 per entry. There is still time for pre-registration or you can register on the day of the event. Each participant will receive a T-shirt, one lunch meal ticket, and a dash plaque.
USDA and Housing Partners Celebrate National Ownership Month with 'Power Hour'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/08/2015 - 5:23pmUSDA Rural Development and its two close housing partners, Nevada Housing Division and the Nevada Rural Housing Authority on Tuesday celebrated National Homeownership Month with a "Power Hour" to brief real estate professionals on the changes in real estate law resulting from the 2015 Nevada State Legislature and to honor their work to leverage homeownership across the state.
Agencies collaborate to leverage homeownership in Nevada
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/30/2015 - 2:44amUSDA Rural Development and its two close housing partners, Nevada Housing Division and the Nevada Rural Housing Authority on Tuesday celebrated National Homeownership Month with a "Power Hour" to brief real estate professionals on the changes in real estate law resulting from the 2015 Nevada State Legislature and to honor their work to leverage homeownership across the state.
Wednesday, June 17: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 06/17/2015 - 5:38amIt’s National Eat Your Veggies Day, and if you find yourself in Douglas County, either one of today’s farmers markets will make that an easy and delicious feat. Carson City hosts its own Farmers Market on Third and Curry Streets every Saturday morning until September. Head to the Carson City Library this evening for a presentation on Myanmar by local resident, Raven Grayshield. If you already have all the answers, ‘Geeks Who Drink Trivia’ at Lake Tahoe Brewery might be right for you.
WEDNESDAY:
- ’New Work’ by artist Pasha Rafat at the Nevada Arts Council: 716 N. Carson St. (8am-5pm)
- Industrial Art at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)
Senator Square: Speech and debate, future business leader teams prepare for nationals
Submitted by editor on Sun, 05/10/2015 - 5:01amThere is no school on Monday, May 11 for Carson High School freshmen, sophomores and juniors as the seniors will be presenting their senior project boards to community members.
CHS Speech and Debate will be holding several fundraisers to help cover the cost of the National Tournament this June in Dallas.
Thursday, April 23: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 04/23/2015 - 1:36amThursdays get busy in Carson City. You can choose the Legislative Showdown Basketball game at Carson High and watch the battle of the Donkeys vs. Elephants. The WNC Wildcats take on the College of Eastern Utah this afternoon on the baseball field. The monthly Francis Humphrey Lecture Series at the Nevada State Museum features a slide-show and talk about various geothermal features around the world. Or you can enjoy a performance at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center as our talented student string musicians present their Spring Fling concert. Check out the list for even more.
THURSDAY:
- Nevada Physicians’ Day at the Legislature
- ‘The Observation and Conclusion’ by artist Joseph Watson at the LXS Gallery in the Legislature Building
- CCAI Exhibit: BRIC Art 5 at the BRIC: 108 E Proctor Street (8am-12pm and 1pm-5pm)
Senator Square: Mural contest winner paints 'Road to Success'
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/29/2015 - 10:52amThe Greater Nevada Credit Union branch at CHS recently sponsored a Mural Contest open to all Carson High Students. All entries were judged and the 1st place winner was Athena Favero, who received a $200 Amazon Gift Card. Second place and a $100 Amazon Gift Card went to Michael Rose. As part of the contest, Athena painted her winning design "A Senator’s Road To Success” on the hallway wall outside the GNCU branch at CHS. Students and staff are encouraged to come by and see her winning mural at Carson High School. Congratulations to our winners, and thanks to all the students who entered.
Senator Square: Spring Fling Week underway at CHS
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/15/2015 - 8:52amFriday night saw the beginning of Spring Fling Week at Carson High School with the Sadie Hawkins Dance. Thanks to everyone who came out and supported FBLA’s efforts to raise money for the March of Dimes. The next week is filled with events for student to celebrate springtime.
Greater Nevada Announces New EVP of Mortgage Lending
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/06/2015 - 4:46pmGreater Nevada Mortgage (GNM) has named James Anderson as its new Executive Vice President of Mortgage Lending. Anderson will lead GNM’s strategic initiatives and oversee sales, servicing, operations, and secondary marketing, as well as the relationship with parent company, Greater Nevada Credit Union.
Monday, Feb. 23: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 02/23/2015 - 6:08amJust another Monday in the Capital City. The Legislative Gallery has a new offering: Natural Memorial Realist by artist Max Bunnell of Overton. The gallery rotates every two weeks. The CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse features Nevada Watersheds by Nolan Preece, and the Nevada Artists Association is hosting their Winter Art Show at the Brewery Arts Center.
Catmandu announces 'Change for Cats and Kitties' campaign
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/17/2015 - 3:55pmWith the assistance of Greater Nevada Credit Union, your spare change can help change the lives of homeless and at-risk cats in the Carson City Area. Collect it in a jar or in a container and in a week or two take it to the GNCC nearest you. Put your change through their coin-counting machine, then take the slip to a teller and tell them it's for Catmandu. Your donation will be deposited directly into our account.
Just 50 cents provides:
Breakfast or dinner of canned food to 8 kitties
Dry kibble for 5 cats
1 dose of antibiotic to help a sick kitten
Tuesday, Jan. 20: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 01/19/2015 - 7:46pmThe Tuesday after a day off can feel like a Monday, but it does make the week go by quickly. It’s back to school for those attending Western Nevada College, and maybe back to work for some of those who attend the Greater Nevada Credit Union’s Job Fair today.
5th Annual Carson High School Safe Grad 5k Run/Walk
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/05/2015 - 9:56pmPlease join us on February 7th at 10:00a.m. for the fifth annual Carson High School Safe Grad - Safe & Sober 5K Run/Walk. This event is organized by volunteers of the Safe Grad Committee and will be held, once again, at the CHS Track/Field.
Carson High Safe Grad program has been an annual tradition in Carson City since 1988. It provides our graduating seniors with a safe and sober, all night celebration on the evening of their graduation, followed by an optional trip to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom amusement park in Northern California.
Senator Square: Carson High staff and students lead by giving through the holidays
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/21/2014 - 9:44amThis is the season for giving. Our students and staff at CHS have big hearts. Many Carson High School clubs and teams adopted families from the Empire School District for the Christmas holiday. Thank you to HOSA, FBLA, Boys’ basketball, boy’s baseball, Key Club, Link Crew, and Leadership classes for providing gifts and essentials to these families.
Salvation Army Angel Trees and Toy Barrels throughout the area
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/21/2014 - 5:05pmAs the holiday shopping season gets underway, Carson City's Salvation Army has set up several Angel Trees and Toy Barrels throughout Carson City. Please consider grabbing a tag from a tree, or dropping off an un-wrapped toy for a child in the area.
Toy Barrel Locations:
Bounce Party at 3267 Research Way #210
Sierra Adrenaline Training Center at 4630 HWY 50 E. Suite #1
Cal Ranch at 2035 N. Carson St.
Data Graphics at 625 Fairview Drive #105
Greater Nevada Credit Union undergoing system upgrade; BofA online services back up after glitch
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/03/2014 - 2:18pmGreater Nevada Credit Union is doing a system upgrade today, which is producing slow service at its branches.
A Carson Now reader said as of 1 p.m., customers cannot access their accounts and phone numbers are not in service. Here's the message found on the Greater Nevada Credit Union website.
Greater Nevada Expands Business Services Team
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 12:33pmNoah Elsfelder has joined Greater Nevada Credit Union as Business Services Specialist. He brings more than 12 years of banking experience to Greater Nevada and the businesses it serves.
In his new role, Elsfelder will help establish and maintain Greater Nevada Credit Union’s business banking relationships. Greater Nevada offers a full range of business banking products and services such as checking accounts, merchant services, cash management, as well as business loans, including construction, SBA and agriculture.
Greater Nevada Launches Exclusive Auto Buying Concierge Program
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/14/2014 - 5:23pmBuying a vehicle is now an even better deal for Nevadans who get their financing from Greater Nevada Credit Union. Through a partnership with CU Direct, Greater Nevada has received exclusive rights to launch the region’s first AutoPREMIER auto buying service and has already signed on a variety of preferred-partner dealers.
Space tech, manufacturing conferences highlight Nevada's future industries
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/09/2014 - 11:40amNorthern Nevada Development Authority, Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada, and Nevada Industry Excellence have partnered again to bring the 2014 Manufacturing in Nevada Conference.
This year’s conference will be held on Oct. 1-2 at John Ascuaga’s Nugget in Sparks. The event has been expanded to feature an Unmanned Aircraft Systems/Unmanned Aerial Vehicles conference with some of the field’s top experts, as well as showcasing exhibit booths both days.
Senator Square: Car wash and rummage sale fundraisers this week plus senior in the spotlight
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/07/2014 - 8:49amThis Saturday, Sept. 13, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Carson High School Health Occupations Students of America members will host car wash and rummage sale in the U at the front of the school. Pre-sale car wash tickets are $3 and can be purchased from any HOSA student. The cost will go up to $5 the day of the car wash. All proceeds go to help send HOSA students to State and National conferences to compete and represent Carson City.
Marching band debuts one of largest ensembles at Saturday’s Wolf Pack football game
Submitted by editor on Fri, 08/29/2014 - 9:40amFrom 120 members in 2012 to 180 in 2014, the University of Nevada, Reno has seen its marching band, the “Pride of the Sierra,” grow in numbers, support and pride.
Kicking off during Saturday’s Wolf Pack football game against Southern Utah, Greater Nevada Credit Union continues its fundraising campaign, “It’s Time to Support the Band.”
Northern Nevada economic agencies partner for two October conferences
Submitted by editor on Tue, 08/26/2014 - 11:18amThree northern Nevada development agencies have partnered to bring the 2014 Manufacturing in Nevada Conference to Sparks, Oct. 1-2. The event will coincide with a Unmanned Aircraft Systems/Unmanned Aerial Vehicles conference.
The events are being hosted by the Northern Nevada Development Authority, Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada, and Nevada Industry Excellence. The conferences feature the field's top experts, as well as showcasing exhibit booths both days.
Greater Nevada Expands Business Lending Services
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/29/2014 - 1:50pmOver the past year and a half, Greater Nevada Credit Union (GNCU), the area’s largest locally-based credit union, has seen more than 115% growth in its business lending portfolio. One of the credit union’s newest products, construction loans, is taking off just as rapidly, thanks to local businesses that want to expand, and the unique services offered by Greater Nevada to help them do it.
New Outreach Supervisor Joins Greater Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/29/2014 - 1:42pmMichelle Hale has been named Greater Nevada Credit Union’s new Member Outreach Supervisor. She will oversee both community relations and member outreach.
Her community relations responsibilities will entail acting as liaison between Greater Nevada and the organizations it supports, including the University of Nevada Marching Band and Wolf Pack Athletics, Special Olympics Nevada, and the Truckee Meadows Habitat for Humanity. She will also coordinate Greater Nevada’s financial literacy efforts through local schools and other groups.
Carson City Leadership Institute graduates class of 2014 tonight
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/27/2014 - 10:02amToday is the official graduation ceremony of the Carson City Leadership Institute Class of 2014. They’ve spent 8 months of intensive study learning about Carson City and have made new friends and business acquaintances.
Friday night at the Chamber’s annual meeting, which is sold out, the class will unveil its unique and historic class project that has the souls of some very historic figures, including our founder Abram Curry, dancing on their graves.
Carson City students win scholarships from Greater Nevada Credit Union
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/04/2014 - 10:10pmCarson City residents Ryan Doherty, Marcella Rico, and Maddison Saarem are three of 19 students recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship certificate from Greater Nevada Credit Union.
Ninety-three students throughout northern Nevada applied for the scholarship program, which GNCU has offered for the past 15 years. Doherty will be attending University of Redlands in California, Rico will be attending Western Nevada College, and Sareem will be attending University of Nevada, Reno.
Oodles of Noodles Soars to New Heights
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/04/2014 - 8:21pmCome celebrate Dayton’s Italian and Chinese heritage, at the 13th annual Oodles of Noodles in Old Town, Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22. The two-day event brings together great food, entertainment local talent and a variety of vendor and business booths.
GNCU Supports Carson High Safe Grad; more than $1,900 in donations raised
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/29/2014 - 11:16amGreater Nevada Credit Union presented Carson High School’s Parent Teacher Student Association with a $1,940 check toward the PTSA’s annual Safe Grad event.
Julie Slocum, PTSA Safe Grad Volunteer Coordinator and GNCU Educational Branch Coordinator, accepted the donation Thursday at the GNCU Educational Branch on the CHS campus.