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Mayoral candidate to speak at Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/30/2024 - 11:51amSpeaking at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Jason Hastings, one of five candidates for Mayor of Carson City. Jason earned a PhD in Materials Science & Engineering from UNR in 2012. The primary is set for June 11, with early voting beginning on May 25th. The top two will advance to the general election.
Senator Square: Carson High School leadership students raise breast cancer awareness
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 5:51amBeing a student at Carson High School is rewarding enough, academically speaking, but learning is happening everywhere; however, forcing a teacher to dress in pink, from head to toe, wearing a pink tutu, is a different story and an exciting fundraising opportunity.
Events around the Carson City region for Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/10/2019 - 8:04pmGoing into Monday, Nov. 11, 2019 it is Veterans Day. Federal, state and local government offices and schools are closed to observe the holiday. Thank you U.S. Veterans for your service to our great country. There are a number of organized happenings in the region, including parades in Virginia City and Reno, as well as events in South Lake Tahoe and Sparks. Plus a number of Carson City and Carson Valley restaurants are offering no cost meals as a gesture of gratitude to veterans and active duty military members. Also Monday is a discussion on homeless issues with local advocate and champion for those who are often without a voice, Dee Dee Foremaster.
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, Nov. 10
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/09/2019 - 7:44pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! But it's not the end of the weekend yet, at least not for some, thanks to Veteran's Day Weekend. Here are the events left for the rest of the weekend!
Kittens, stars, and more: Events and Happenings for Saturday, Nov. 9 in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 6:41pmHappy Saturday, Carson City! Today we have kitten adoptions, Capitol tours, a star party, and more. Check out the full list below to learn what's going on in Carson City for this weekend!
Veterans Day 2019 events around Carson City, Northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 12:41pmHonoring those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, Veteran's Day is Monday, Nov. 11 with a number of events happening around the capital city and Northern Nevada which began this week and will continue through Tuesday.
Ceremonies, holiday craft fairs and more: Carson City region set for Veterans Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/07/2019 - 7:55pmHeading into the Veterans Day weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next four days. Events include live comedy, art and heater, multiple holiday craft fairs around Carson City and Carson Valley as well as several Veterans Day ceremonies and offers of gratitude to vets and active duty members of the U.S. military on Monday. Read on for details.
Nevada Day 2019 Parade Lineup is here
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 7:22pmHello Carson City! Are we excited for the parade yet? I know I am! We’re only a few days away now, so take a gander below to find the parade line up and parade categories.
Obituary: Valorie Jean Turley
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/17/2019 - 12:50pmValorie Jean Turley left our presence Sunday, January 13, 2019. Valorie leaves three children, Jeremy Houston Sheldon, Jerrad Joseph Sheldon, of Carson City, Nevada; and Kourtny Jean Sheldon of Las Vegas, Nevada. As well as her three children, she leaves a daughter in law, Veronica (Mrs. Jeremy Sheldon) and beloved grandchildren,
Helen Bernice Sheldon and Garrett Sheldon.
Senator Square: Carson High's NJROTC 2018-19 CyberPatriot teams advance to state round
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/30/2018 - 5:24amEditor’s Note: CHS Chief Dan Ingram is head of the Naval Science Department at Carson High School. Here is his report: Established by the Air Force Association in 2009, the CyberPatriot National Youth Cyber Education Program is designed to excite, educate, and motivate students toward careers in cybersecurity and other science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines critical to our nation’s future.
2018 Nevada Day Parade Entries and Divisions Line Up Locations
Submitted by admin on Mon, 10/22/2018 - 3:14pmFollowing are all of the entries for the 2018 Nevada Day Parade, to take place on Saturday, Oct. 27 starting at 10 a.m. The parade starts at North Carson and William streets, and ends at South Carson and Stewart streets. There are 215 entries in this year's parade.
Entries line up on the following streets by division before the start of the parade:
Division 1 - Bath St
Division 2 - Adaline St
Division 3 - E Long St
Division 4 - W Long St
Division 5 - E Adams St
Division 7 - E Park St
Division 9 - Fleischmann way
Division 10 - E John St
Senator Square: CHS takes another step to protect its students
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/03/2018 - 7:41pm(Editor’s Note: Shelley is a CHS Safe Schools Professional, School Social Worker III)
In an effort to address social and emotional needs of students, CHS is presenting the SOS (Signs of Suicide) Prevention Program.
Freshman health classes were the first reached in February. The JROTC students and health science classes are next.
New cyber security, military science workforce programs approved for Nevada students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/22/2018 - 11:55amWith three Carson High School NJROTC teams headed this month to the semifinals of CyberPatriot, the Air Force Association’s National Youth Cyber Defense Competition, there is now more room for career development in cybersecurity and military science fields for CHS students, thanks to recent career and technical education programs approved by the state's board of education.
Carson City Senior Center celebrates Veterans Day
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/09/2017 - 5:55pmThe Carson City Senior Center presented a salute to Carson City veterans Thursday. The program featured Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell and members of the Carson High School JROTC representing each branch of the United States Military.
Updated Nevada Day Parade line up list and map
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/26/2017 - 3:30pmHere is an updated parade list for all the entries in the Nevada Day Parade on Saturday. Note, there was a last-minute change in streets where the entries are supposed to line up that is different than the printed program. The change was made to accommodate some larger floats. Above is the line-up map, and the list is below:
Carson High NJROTC orienteering team headed to third straight nationals
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 5:40pmNavy cadets on the Carson High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (CHS NJROTC) orienteering team know where they're going.
Equipped only with magnetic-north compasses and maps, these cadets have found their way to the Navy JROTC Orienteering Championships for the third straight year.
Hundreds raised for Carson High's NJROTC Rifle Team
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 01/31/2017 - 8:07amA fundraiser held last week at Chili's Restaurant in South Carson City collected $380 for the Carson High School Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) Rifle Team in its quest to make the trip to a national championship finals competition next month, said team mom Sierra Asby.
Carson High NJROTC places second at state, Main wins top gun cup
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/28/2017 - 8:29pmCarson High School's Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Navy cadets took full advantage of home-range advantage Saturday during the Northern Nevada State Marksmanship Championships, finishing second out of the state's top six teams qualifying for this year's state finals.
Carson High NJROTC hosts state marksmanship championship this weekend
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/27/2017 - 7:34pmJunior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) programs from across the state are competing Friday and Saturday at the Carson High School Navy JROTC facility in Carson City.
CHS NJROTC Rifle Team seeks community support for nationals
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 01/18/2017 - 6:03pmA fundraiser to help the Carson High School Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) Rifle Team attend a national invitational next month will be held next Thursday, Jan. 26 at Chili's restaurant off Topsy Lane in South Carson City.
Douglas runs over Carson High, 36-22, to even Army-Navy score
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 11/19/2016 - 4:29pmLast year, the Carson High Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) took down the Douglas High Army JROTC for the trophy in the inaugural Army-Navy flag football game between the two rival schools.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Nov. 19 - 20
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/18/2016 - 7:31pmStart the day making something beautiful. The Muscle Powered Trash Mob descends upon our new downtown for some clean-up and coffee. Kids will enjoy the Tales and Wags program at the Library where they get to read to therapy dogs and acquire a new book in the process. It’s a Carson/Douglas Army/Navy rivalry as the JROTC programs hit the field at Carson High for a game of flag football. Keep reading and you’re sure to find something that sounds fun.
SATURDAY:
Carson High JROTC hosts second annual Army-Navy football game
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 11/15/2016 - 10:47amCarson High School’s Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) will host the Douglas High School Army JROTC cadets in the second annual Army versus Navy flag football game Saturday, Nov. 19 on the Carson High School football field.
Erin Marriott named winner of Nevada Day, REMAX Balloon Photography Contest
Submitted by editor on Fri, 11/04/2016 - 4:00pmEven though inclement weather canceled the Nevada Day hot air ballon event last Saturday, there was a winner announced. Here is the winning picture from the Inaugural Nevada Day/REMAX Balloon Photography Contest.
It was submitted by Erin Marriott.
Here's the list of parade winners:
Pioneer High School Student Heroes
Submitted by editor on Mon, 09/26/2016 - 9:50amPioneer High School student heroes, showing others the way. We congratulate our students who serve at school, the Carson City community, and their country!
Heather Wright
Heather Wright, a 12th grade student at Pioneer High School, earned her rank as the cadet commander and Senior Master Sargent in the Civil Air Patrol, Nevada Wing.
Carson High grads honored for becoming U.S. Marines
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 09/13/2016 - 8:20pmThere’s a reason why the United States Marine Corps chose “Semper Fidelis” as its motto.
A local contingent of the Marine Corps League Silver State Detachment embodied the Latin phrase, meaning “always faithful,” Tuesday afternoon by visiting the Salvation Army Church in South Carson City to honor and pay their respects to the newest members of their distinguished ranks.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Feb. 27-28
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 02/26/2016 - 9:35pmWhoa, there. In the blink of an eye we’ve reached the last few days of February. Grab hold of the present with something fun to do from the comprehensive list below, whether you’re looking for something family friendly or for adults only. Have a great weekend, Carson City.
SATURDAY:
- Annual Community Rummage Sale at Sierra Lutheran High School: 3601 Romans Rd (7am-3pm)
Carson High School to host Nevada All Navy JROTC Meet
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/17/2016 - 9:05pmThe Carson High School NJROTC will be hosting the all Navy JROTC Drill Meet for the State of Nevada on Saturday, February 27. The event will start with opening ceremonies at 8:00a.m.
Throughout the day, over 350 cadets from Carson, Centennial, Chapparal, Clark, Damonte Ranch, Eldorado, Luther-Burbank, Reed and Soledad High Schools will compete in competitions testing appearance, drill, academics, physical fitness, and marksmanship.
Carson City Senior Center Celebrates Veterans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/10/2015 - 4:23pmCarson City Senior Center honored Veterans on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at the Salute to Our Veterans Lunch at the Senior Center. With over 200 in attendance, the event paid tribute and respect to our Veterans with opening remarks by Mayor Bob Crowell, Vietnam Veteran and retired Navy Captain.
One State, Many Cultures: Winners of Nevada Day Parade 2015
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/01/2015 - 8:19pmHere are the 2015 Nevada Day Parade award winners courtesy of NV Day Parade Director Bernie Allen. The following won first or second place in their respective category: