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Nevada Department of Public Safety commissions new peace officers at Carson City ceremony

The Nevada Department of Public Safety commissioned the state's newest peace officers Wednesday at the Academy 88 graduation ceremony. The event was held in Carson City at the Legislative Plaza — Capitol Amphitheater, with limited guests in accordance with COVID-19 public health and safety guidelines.

Record volume of calls to Nevada's Pandemic Unemployment Assistance call center

CARSON CITY — On Monday, June 1, 2020 the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance adjudication line became operational and responsible for reviewing and resolving PUA eligibility issues presently holding back payments.

Retiring Carson City sheriff's DARE officer leaves legacy of relationship building with kids, parents and community

For more than 15 years, Lisa Davis served as the DARE officer for Carson City. Her last day is Thursday as she and her husband Bob will be relocating to Oregon. She leaves Carson City with many accomplishments in providing children guidance and away from falling into the trap of alcohol and drugs.

Carson City Board of Supervisors to vote on hiring nine new firefighters through SAFER Grant

A new item was placed on the Carson City Board of Supervisor’s agenda for the meeting happening tomorrow, Thursday May 20, which is in reference to the potential hiring of additional firefighters through the SAFER Grant.

Carson City's Pioneer High School to feature 5-part graduation plan to celebrate 2020 seniors

Event Date: 
June 1, 2020 (All day)
June 2, 2020 (All day)

This is a year unprecedented for Carson City students. High school seniors, and our local high schools are getting creative with the ways they seek to honor their graduating students.

Nevada governor's directive allows for flexility to assist staff with unemployment claims

CARSON CITY — Governor Steve Sisolak signed an emergency directive on Monday to provide flexibility for the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation to hire non-merit, or contracted, staff to help process unemployment insurance claims.

Nevada governor expands unemployment insurance, backdates claims to help people locked out of system

Gov. Steve Sisolak says that he has ordered Nevada’s unemployment insurance agency to pay out claims retroactively — to as early as March 15 — as claimants struggle to get through in a system overwhelmed by unprecedented job losses.

Even before COVID-19, Nevada’s withered unemployment insurance system struggled to handle workload

Cecilia Gonzalez made her first call to Nevada’s unemployment office last Friday at 7:59 a.m., hoping that she might snag an open line the minute the agency opened to resolve a sticking point in her claim about her work history and eligibility.

People: Christine Hess hired to lead Nevada Housing Coalition

CARSON CITY, Nev. — After an extensive executive search, the Nevada Housing Coalition Board of Directors in early March announced the hiring of ...

Hiring Event at Lowe's Carson City presented by JobConnect

Event Date: 
March 18, 2020 - 10:00am

Join us on Wednesday, March 18th from 10:00am to 6:00pm for a hiring event.

Lowes
430 Fairview Drive
Carson City NV
(775) 881-2460

Please go to customer service, and ask to be directed to the open interviews.

Positions Available Include:
JO# 504074—FT Loader/Cart Associate
JO# 504066—Sales Associate—Building Materials (Night)
JO# 504065—FT Sales Specialist, Plumbing (Day)
JO# 503839—Seasonal Cashier
JO# 503832—Receiver/Stocker Seasonal (Day)
JO# 503841—Receiver/Stocker Seasonal (Overnight)
JO# 503837—Sales Associate Seasonal

Lyon County Board of Commissioners unanimously agree to emergency declaration

The Lyon County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a Declaration of Emergency through Resolution 20-05 and a meeting Monday afternoon, according to County Manager Jeff Page.

There was one person who poke against the resolution. Lyon County staff will now begin implementing procedures to address the declaration.

Lyon County Commission to hold emergency meeting to consider declaration of emergency

YERINGTON — The Lyon County Board of Commissioners will be conducting an emergency meeting Monday at 4 p.m. to consider approving a Declaration of Emergency for Lyon County. The Declaration will provide Lyon County with the ability to:

Governor calls for unity in fighting coronavirus

Gov. Steve Sisolak announced today efforts the state is taking to combat the spread of the coronavirus, including closing state offices to the public, freezing hiring and expanding paid administrative leave. Sisolak called ...

Nevada governor calls for state office closures, limits on large gatherings to slow ‘rapid spread’ of coronavirus

Gov. Steve Sisolak said that while a testing kit shortage makes it impossible to tell how much coronavirus has affected Nevada, the pace of the virus’ spread around the world means Nevada must “act quickly” to slow it — including taking drastic measures such as shutting state offices, limiting the size of gatherings and encouraging employees to work from home if possible.

How Buyers & Sellers Can Prepare For An Early Start To The Spring Market

March is here and that famous groundhog saw his shadow, a recent article on CNBC suggests spring will arrive early this year — at least when it comes to the housing market. In fact, some are speculating that January may very well be the new April.

What’s causing this already-busy buying season to kick off ahead of schedule? Low inventory and rising home prices are spurring house hunters to come out of hibernation months before they previously would have.

Senator Square: Carson City community makes Carson High School events possible

Ever spend some time watching high school students having fun? They do it so naturally. There is no lack of excitement happening at Carson High School, and one of the more amazing aspects of this high school is everyone is invited to attend every event.

NCET Re-Elects Susan Moreno & Peter Williamson to Board

Reno

RENO — Susan Moreno and Peter Williamson have been elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology.

Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Dec. 4

The break in the stormy weather was a short one, with more precipitation later in the day Wednesday, forecasters say. Activities around Carson City on Dec. 4 include a "Red Kettle" job hiring event at the Carson City Salvation Army, a Fitness Lab grand opening on Minnesota Street, a "Get Fit with Fight Camp" at Yaple's Ballroom, art showings, library activities, classes and more.

Carson City Salvation Army seeks Red Kettles workers, hiring event Wednesday

Event Date: 
December 4, 2019 - 11:00am

The Salvation Army’s Red Kettles — a holiday tradition that has served as a symbol of goodwill for more than 100 years — is in need of additional "Kettle Workers" at its locations throughout the Carson City region.

Carson City agrees to settle second Camp Carson molestation lawsuit for $1.25 million

The Carson City Board of Supervisors agreed to settle a lawsuit for a total of $1,250,000 after four children were allegedly sexually abused while enrolled with Camp Carson by a 15-year-old volunteer.

The lawsuits allege that while the children were enrolled in Camp Carson Summer Camp in 2016 as Wagoneers (first graders) a 15-year-old volunteer inappropriately sexually touched the four children.

Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss $1.25 million settlement with child allegedly abused at camp

Event Date: 
November 21, 2019 - 8:30am

The Carson City Board of Supervisors will discuss a pair of lawsuit settlements at their meeting tomorrow beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, at 851 E. William Street.

Nevada Dept. Public Safety commissions 17 new peace officers at academy graduation

RENO — The Nevada Department of Public Safety commissioned the state's newest Peace Officers at the Academy 86 graduation ceremony held Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Galena High School Theater.

Of the 17 graduates, 11 will join the Nevada DPS, Parole and Probation Division and 6 will join the Nevada DPS, Highway Patrol Division. The new Peace Officers will be assigned statewide.

What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Nov. 5

Settling into the week as we head into Tuesday, Nov. 5, activities around the capital city include a morning walk and evening hike with Muscle Powered, a Salvation Army holiday job fair, plus a grant workshop through the Nevada Arts Council, an evening showing of the 1951 film "An American in Paris" hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, pole fitness and swing dance lessons at Yaple's Ballroom and more.

Carson City area Salvation Army to host holiday season job fair this Tuesday

Event Date: 
November 5, 2019 - 10:00am

The Salvation Army in Carson City will hold a job fair on this Tuesday, Nov. 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. The Salvation Army will be hiring seasonal workers to help with their holiday programs such as Thanksgiving food drives, Christmas food drives and Angel Tree Christmas toy distribution.

Nevada retailers projected to hire more than 7,000 workers for holiday season

Retailers in Nevada and nationwide have ramped up hiring campaigns in preparation for the 2019 holiday shopping season. In the Silver State, the Retail Association of Nevada estimates retailers will boost hiring by 7,100 new positions during the October-to-December holiday shopping period.

Tumbleweeds once again wreak havoc in West Carson, residents say, and a nearby ranch is to blame

In the wake of today's high winds, several homes on the west side of Carson City are again being inundated by tumbleweeds, most of which nearby residents claim are coming from the nearby Andersen Ranch, and the city isn't doing enough to stop it.

County commissioner pitches plan to combat climate change

Clark County needs to do more to combat climate change, including hiring a sustainability manager and adopting a climate action plan, Commissioner Justin Jones said. “The state of Nevada is really making a major commitment from the

Carson Nugget in Carson City to host Sept. 24 Job Fair

Event Date: 
September 24, 2019 - 2:00pm

CARSON CITY — The Carson Nugget is pleased to announce that we are hosting a job fair on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. to fill positions in full time, part time and seasonal capacities. All levels of experience are invited to attend the event which takes place in Alatte on the main floor of the casino on N. Carson Street.

New 'Business Retention and Expansion' program under review between Carson City Library, NNDA, and Adams Hub

A Joint Operating Agreement is currently under review between the Carson City Library, the Northern Nevada Development Authority, and Adams Hub, to create and manage a “Business Retention and Expansion” program.

At the Board of Supervisor’s meeting on Aug. 1, a presentation was held to discuss a possible joint contract between the three entities, for the creation of a Business Retention and Expansion program, which would be funded by the Hop and Mae Adams Foundation.

NDOT hiring temporary winter highway maintenance workers

CARSON CITY — Even in the height of summer, the Nevada Department of Transportation is looking ahead and preparing to keep state roads clear when winter snow flies. NDOT is hiring temporary highway maintenance workers to help keep winter roads clear, including snow plow and anti-icing operations and assisting in highway emergency response, among other duties.

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