Immigrants
Nevada State Museum lecture details lives of immigrant Chinese woodcutters
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 9:40amCARSON CITY — Chinese immigrants were abundant in the mining camps of the Sierra Nevada in the latter half of the 19th century.
Carson City Chamber Honors 2019's The Best of The Best
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 11:15amEach June, the Carson City Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors recognizes quality of life, community and economic growth achievements.
At the Chamber annual meeting on June 13, Chamber Chairman of the Board Robert Fredlund will honor seven individuals or businesses that personify what Mayor Robert Crowell is so often proud to state, “Carson City is a great place to live, work, and play.”
$20 million in victim grants awarded to Nevada community agencies
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/13/2019 - 2:06pmAdvocates to End Domestic Violence and Volunteer Attorneys for Rural Nevadans in Carson City, the Family Support Council in Douglas County, and Community Chest and Community Services Agency in Lyon County are among local agencies awarded fiscal year grants to serve victims of crime, the Nevada Division of Child and Family Services announced Monday.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, April 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 6:58amGood morning Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, April 2, 2019. We're looking at a steady flow of showers today, according to the National Weather Service with snow in the upper elevations of the Sierra. There is a Winter Weather Advisory until midnight for the west slope of the Sierra. Today in town we have events that range from a Carson High School team fundraiser to movies to politics to fitness. Enjoy your day.
U.S. Senator Kamala Harris to Keynote Celebrate Progress Event in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 9:36amOn Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 6 p.m., Battle Born Progress will host its biennial Northern Nevada fundraising event, Celebrate Progress, in Carson City. The event recognizes the outstanding work of Northern Nevada’s progressive leaders, activists, volunteers, and organizations for their nonstop commitment to progressive values.
Trump Rises to the Occasion
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 9:38amRising above the persistent political turmoil and smallness of Democrats and the mainstream media, President Donald Trump Tuesday delivered a memorable State of the Union speech.
Forget the incessant whining and complaining of CNN, et al. that followed. Let’s focus on what he said.
Happenings around Carson City for Friday, Jan. 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/18/2019 - 12:40amGood day Carson City. It is Friday, Jan. 18, 2019. Heading into the weekend it looks like the heavy stuff is out of the way weather wise. Today we'll see a slight chance of rain and snow after 10 a.m. with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 46. Saturday we are looking at partly sunny skies and a high in the low 50s.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 12
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/11/2019 - 9:57pmGood morning Carson City and welcome to your weekend. Weather is expected to be mild for most of this weekend, partly sunny with daytime high temperatures in the mid- to upper 40s.
Here is what's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 12:
Diversity and the Transcontinental Railroad featured at museum lecture in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/08/2019 - 1:21pmCARSON CITY — The construction of the Transcontinental Railroad is one of American’s milestone achievements, but it took a multinational workforce to get it done.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 5
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/04/2019 - 7:51pmLet's hear it for the first weekend of the new year, because it won't happen again for another 12 months.
The first weekend of 2019 also means the first Saturday of the month, which is the day of the Downtown Business Association Monthly Wine Walk in downtown Carson City, come rain, snow, wind or shine.
That's a good thing, too, because this weekend will likely have all of that.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 29
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/28/2018 - 10:34pmThe last week of 2018 is flying by and the year's final weekend is upon us.
Daytime temperatures should warm up into the 40s today and near 50 by Sunday, so get out and enjoy the bright winter sunshine and fresh, crisp December air.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 22
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/21/2018 - 9:14pmBid farewell to Autumn, because today is the first full day of Winter.
This is also the last weekend before Christmas Day, which means the last Santa Trains of the season at the Nevada Railroad Museum. Santa Claus also leaves his North Pole headquarters at the Carson Mall Sunday in preparation for his big night.
Carson City woman recognized Sunday by CNN as a Top Hero for 2018
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/10/2018 - 10:38amA Carson City woman who has dedicated the past 15 years helping people throughout Northern Nevada learn English and become American citizens was recognized Sunday as one of 10 finalists picked by CNN as a Top Hero for 2018.
Dayton musician named Songwriter of the Year by International Western Music Association
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/17/2018 - 1:16pmThe International Western Music Association (IWMA), which promotes and preserves western music in its traditional, historical and contemporary forms, has named Richard Elloyan Songwriter of the Year.
Carson City woman picked as top 10 finalist for CNN Heroes of 2018
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/01/2018 - 2:31pmAn 88-year-old Carson City woman who has dedicated the past 15 years helping people throughout Northern Nevada learn English and become American citizens is among 10 finalists selected by CNN as a Top Hero for 2018.
Carson City's newest Italian restaurant, Mangia Tutto, makes it official with ribbon cutting ceremony
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/11/2018 - 3:21pmOne of Carson’s newest downtown restaurants officially opened its doors last evening following the ribbon cutting ceremony.
Mangia Tutto – translated to “eat everything,” is located at 200 N. Stewart.
Officiating the ribbon cutting was Mayor Robert Crowell and Chamber Chair Bob Fredlund.
Mangia Tutto's menu consists of Italian cuisine found in Pizzerias and Italian Restaurants throughout the Chicagoland area.
Free 12-week U.S. citizenship study class in Carson City begins Oct. 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/01/2018 - 6:36pmThe ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada is here to ensure that all people have the opportunity to make the American Dream come true for them. When Our Students Succeed, Our Nation Succeeds.
America’s involvement in WWI subject of Carson City museum lecture
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/09/2018 - 7:04pmCARSON CITY — World War I changed America, both at home and abroad. On a global scale, those changes led to an expanded role for the United States in world affairs. At home, they included women’s suffrage, the modern civil rights movement, the drive to protect civil liberties and new conceptions of military service.
Carson City's ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada nominated by CNN Heroes
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 08/30/2018 - 9:47pmCARSON CITY — Florence Phillips is 88 years old, and has dedicated the last 15 years to helping people in our community learn English and even become citizens. Because of her hard work, and the work of her tutors and students, the ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada was nominated by CNN Heroes.
Paul Laxalt, former senator and Nevada governor dies at age 96
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/06/2018 - 6:15pmPaul Dominique Laxalt, a former Nevada Governor, United States Senator, Lieutenant Governor and District Attorney, and one of former President Ronald Reagan’s closest friends in politics, died at a healthcare facility in Northern Virginia on Monday. He was 96.
United Latino Community helping to bridge gaps in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 08/05/2018 - 10:38amLearning a second language isn't as simple as sitting through classes and completing workbooks. Just ask clients at the United Latino Community (ULC) in Carson City, where learning a language is a shared experience and a common thread that binds people together.
Free Carson City Workshop: How to Teach English as a Second Language
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/27/2018 - 12:04pmCome volunteer with us! Learn how to teach English as a Second Language at a Free Workshop in Carson City this Tuesday, July 31, 2018.
Two Historic Carson Valley ranches listed in the Nevada State Register of Historic Places
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/12/2018 - 3:43pmThe Nevada Board of Museums and History gave final approval Monday to list both the Wilhelm and William Lampe Ranch and the Louis and Elmer Stodieck Ranch in the Nevada State Register of Historic Places. The Nevada State Register is the State’s official list of places worthy of preservation.
Higher education, political correctness and free speech
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/21/2018 - 10:00amLast August 9, law professors Amy Wax and Larry Alexander published an article, “Paying the Price for the Breakdown of the Country’s Bourgeois Culture,” in the Philadelphia Inquirer.
It began:
Uplifting Dreamers: Nationwide participatory art project comes to Carson City
Submitted by editor on Fri, 11/17/2017 - 12:01pmInside Out/Dreamers were in Carson City on Thursday at the Bike Smith as part of a nationwide participatory art initiative. The project, launched by award-winning artist JR, creates portraits of America that includes immigrants and the descendants of immigrants.
Carson City, Carson Valley featured in new food-themed TravelNevada road trip itinerary
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 10:13amCarson City and Carson Valley are featured in a new food-themed road trip itinerary through northern Nevada developed by TravelNevada and Reno Bites, the food event taking place Oct. 9-15 in Reno.
Nevada leaders speak out as Trump administration to phase out protections for young immigrants
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/05/2017 - 10:28amA program that has shielded more than 13,000 young immigrants in Nevada from deportation will be phased out, U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced on Tuesday.
Addressing Nevada Workforce Shortages – Tapping into Foreign Talent
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/16/2017 - 12:57pmOn July 27th, 2017, Lynn Beteag, Managing Director, of Nevada State EB-5 Regional Center was a guest speaker to the Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS. The topic of Beteag’s presentation “The EB-5 Program - Access to Capital through Foreign Investment” explored how local businesses benefit from foreign investment and foreign workforce talent.
Steptoe Valley Flyer at the Nevada Northern Railway
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/30/2017 - 11:19amJune 3rd, July 1nd & 29h at 4:30 pm
Travel back in time to enjoy a classic railroad experience. The Steptoe Valley Flyer was the train that carried 4.5 million passengers from 1906 to 1941 to White Pine County.
The Steptoe Valley Flyer will be departing from the original depot, using the original First-Class Passenger Car 5 (built in 1882), the original Baggage/Railway Post Office Car 20 (built in 1906), and pulled by their original Steam Locomotive 40 (delivered here in 1910).
Column: An Immigrant's Dream
Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 2:30pmI am married to an immigrant. Among the many definitions that people apply to this word is "a person who comes into a new country".