Interviews
Pioneer JAG Students Compete at CDC in Las Vegas
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/22/2016 - 9:23amPioneer High School’s Jobs for America’s Graduates prepare, compete, and now reflect on high performing work teams through their experiences at the Career Development Conference.
Column: Re-making Lake Tahoe in the 21st Century
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/13/2016 - 2:59pmWhen people visit Tahoe for the first time, they marvel at the extraordinary natural landscape and fresh, clean air. At the same time, some are shocked at the dilapidated condition of the built environment: rundown buildings, crumbling infrastructure, and tired-looking development.
Live Broadcast of Handel’s Messiah Performance in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/14/2016 - 2:38pmAs a celebration of the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ this Easter, the local congregation of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host a free live broadcast of Handel’s Messiah performed by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square on Friday, March 25, 6 p.m. PST. This special broadcast will be available at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ chapel at 411 N Saliman Drive, Carson City, Nev.
Watch exclusive interviews with Clinton and Sanders on "Ralston Live" on Tuesday
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/15/2016 - 12:40pmDoes Hillary Clinton think Barack Obama is a "great" president?
Does Bernie Sanders have any litmus tests for Surpeme Court nominees?
Does Hillary Clinton disagree with the president on anything besides trade?
Does Bernie Sanders think he is a one-issue candidate, as Clinton says?
Both candidate ...
Positions open on Carson City parks commission, redevelopment and open space committees
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/26/2016 - 2:03pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Carson City Parks and Recreation Commission, Open Space Advisory Committee and Redevelopment Authority Citizens Committee.
Senator Square: CHS alumni to be recognized at Tuesday's basketball game
Submitted by editor on Sat, 01/23/2016 - 10:05pmTen years ago, a group of teachers started a little club at CHS for staff called Senator Pride. One of our projects was to expand the news to our community of all the great things happening at Carson High School.
Area teens compete in Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada’s Youth of the Year competition
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/11/2016 - 1:01pmFamily, safety and confidence were the topics of the day as three Carson City teens competed in the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada’s Youth of the Year competition on Friday, Jan. 8.
Carson High School senior, 18 year old Autumn Cuellar, and freshman Natalie Ontiveros, 15, and McKenzie Malone, also 15, delivered speeches discussing what the Club means to their lives before spending over an hour meeting with members of the judging panel in private interviews.
Carson City Sheriff: One dead following shooting in Northridge area
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2016 - 3:35amUPDATE 9:48AM: Three people are in custody this morning in connection with a fatal shooting in north Carson City. This story has been updated. Go here for information about the arrests.
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UPDATE 641AM: The investigation into the early Monday morning shooting that left one person dead during an apparent drug transaction continues with detectives working all angles in the investigation, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong. He reports the following details:
Pioneer High School pilots electronic health record keeping program
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/30/2015 - 6:11pmPioneer High School teacher Don Bland is blazing an information management trail as part of Governor Sandoval’s vision for a new Nevada, where, among many other programs, Nevada’s high schools received significant grants to expand Career and Technical Education programs to ensure college and career readiness by graduation.
TV show 'Women to Women with Carol Paz' finds a new home online
Submitted by admin on Sat, 11/21/2015 - 4:14pmAfter three long years of producing Women to Women for television on Charter Network, Producer Jose Paz and his wife and show host Carol Paz decided to retire.
Or so she thought.
After a little time off and a much needed break, Carol is now back in a new and bold way. She has created a new website and she hosts magazine-style, in-depth personal interviews.
Carson City Sheriff: Four-year-old boy hospitalized after ingesting meth, father in custody
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 11/20/2015 - 11:01pmA 4-year-old Carson City boy was hospitalized Friday night after ingesting methamphetamine that allegedly belonged to the boy's father who is now custody on suspicion of child endangerment, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.
Taken into custody was Pedro Montanez, 27, on suspicion of child endangerment and possession of trafficking levels of a controlled substance.
Frances Humphrey Lecture Series: The Bombing of Gernika and its Impact upon the U.S.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/13/2015 - 4:47pmThe Frances Humphrey Lecture Series this week features a presentation on the Bombing of Gernika and its impact upon the United States. The lecture is Thursday, Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City. This lecture and book signing by Xabier Irujo will be enjoyed by anyone interested the history of modern warfare, Basque studies, and ethical and humanitarian issues related to the effects of war on society.
Carson City sheriff's arrest log: Woman jailed on drug and obstructing investigation charges
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/12/2015 - 12:12pmA 59-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Tuesday on a felony drug possession charges after officers found approximately 3.3 grams of methamphetamine, assorted pills and paraphernalia.
Applications sought for seats on transportation commission, audit committee
Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/04/2015 - 11:27amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Regional Transportation Commission. The RTC is the policy making body on transportation issues within Carson City who’s purpose is to establish priorities and recommend appropriate funding for transportation improvement projects.
Locker rooms no place for press
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/01/2015 - 9:41pmIn spite of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, which guarantees freedom of the press, there are some places where journalists don’t belong and are simply not allowed: At times inside a court room with closed proceedings, a jury deliberation room, a medical exam room, and in a legal consultation, among other places.
Students graduate from Carson City Library manufacturing program
Submitted by editor on Fri, 10/23/2015 - 9:06amAs more manufacturing businesses have moved to Northern Nevada, including Tesla in Storey County, Kayla Homme, 22, adjusted her career focus.
“I saw that opportunity,” she said. “I think it’s something like 70 percent men, so I figured as a woman I’d have a better chance.”
It's Your City with Supervisor Lori Bagwell and BAC's Jeff Fast discuss Art in the Park
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/08/2015 - 6:50amJoin host Cortney Bloomer where this week's guest, Carson City Ward 3 Supervisor Lori Bagwell, interviews Jeff Fast of the Brewery Arts Center who coordinated this year's Art in the Park program.
Senator Square: CHS junior Chandler Blueberg advances as 'American Idol' contestant
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/06/2015 - 11:08amCarson High School has been back for three weeks and I think we are finally getting settled into new schedules, rekindling friendships, and getting acquainted with new teachers and students. However, our school year started with much sadness as our high school community lost one of our students in a tragic accident at Lake Tahoe.
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.
Carson City sheriff's log: Man jailed after making threats at motel
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 08/22/2015 - 10:31amA 70-year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday at a motel after he allegedly threatened people with knives, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Ronald Bonds was arrested at 6:40 p.m. on a felony charge of assault with a deadly weapon after officers were called to the motel in the 1400 block of North Carson Street.
Tahoe's Howie Nave headed to Vegas as inductee of Nevada Broadcasters Hall of Fame
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/14/2015 - 1:08pmLake Tahoe radio host, standup comedian and emcee of the Improv at Harveys, Howie Nave is among 62 Nevada radio and television personalities and managers who will be inducted into the Nevada Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame this Saturday in Las Vegas.
Nave, who has been with KRLT FM 93.9 as host of “Howie’s Morning Rush” at Lake Tahoe for nearly 15 years, will be inducted at the Four Seasons Hotel. He joins the ranks of more than 800 broadcasters from around Nevada who make up the Hall of Fame, celebrating its 20th year.
Carson Nugget - Casino Wide - Job Fair
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/07/2015 - 11:18amCarson Nugget Job Fair
Wednesday July 29th 1:00PM-4:00PM
Carson City Nugget, 2nd Floor in Banquet Room
Casino Wide Job Fair. Interviews will be held for open positions. Please apply on-line at ccnugget.com. We will print out your on-line application at the event!
Two positions open on Carson City Library Board of Trustees, Planning Commission
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/02/2015 - 12:08amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Carson City Library Board of Trustees. This Committee oversees all Library policy and budgets. Applicants must be willing to serve approximately six to eight hours a month.
Nevada JobConnect hosts hiring event at Starbucks Roasting Plant
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/24/2015 - 12:38pmThe Northern Nevada JobConnect offices will hold a hiring event Saturday for the Starbucks Roasting Plant and Distribution Center in Minden. Jobseekers interested in being interviewed must visit their nearest Nevada JobConnect office by 3 p.m. Friday to apply.
Applications sought for Carson City wildlife, visitors bureau boards
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/16/2015 - 1:51pmApplications are being sought by the Carson City Board of Supervisors for volunteer positions on the Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife and the Carson City Visitors Bureau.
Seattle woman picked for Carson City Senior Center director job
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/09/2015 - 3:52pmCourtney Warner has been selected as Carson City’s new Senior Center Director. A panel consisting of Senior Center Advisory Board members, and City Staff recently conducted interviews for the position. Mrs. Warner was selected after careful review of the applicants’ work experience and education.
Poll: Sandoval, tax plan remain popular
Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/29/2015 - 10:18pmSo says results in Senate Ditrsict 5, which is where Democrat Joyce Woodhouse resides. The survey, conducted by Billy Rogers, who helped the GOP take the Senate, is telling for all lawmakers.
To wit:
SD 5 SURVEY – 301 Interviews (Registered Voters) May 23-27 (MOE +/- 5.6 points)
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Carson City Supervisors seek to fill planning commission seats
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/08/2015 - 4:22pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Carson City Planning Commission.
This Commission oversees all matters pertaining to Carson City’s planning and zoning, land use and growth management.
UNR Lake Tahoe Recreation Experience exhibit opens Monday
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/01/2015 - 3:28pmStudents at the University of Nevada, Reno have researched and created an exhibit called The Tahoe Recreation Experience: Fun at the Lake. This exhibit highlights the history of recreational activities at Lake Tahoe such as boat racing, skiing, hiking and camping as well as the historic environmental impacts on the lake.
Nevada 150 Foundation gives $20,000 history preservation grant to Stewart Indian School
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/29/2015 - 10:17amThe Nevada 150 Foundation recently awarded the Nevada Indian Commission a $20,000 grant as part of the yearlong celebration’s legacy project. The grant will be used to preserve oral history surrounding the Stewart Indian School in Carson City.