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Diverse Business Connections hosts open networking event Friday, March 26
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/20/2021 - 11:05amOpen Network Event from 4-8 p.m. on Friday March 26, 2021. Free event. Everyone is welcome! Stop by to network, meet, mingle, and if you are interested, pull up a chair and hear what industry experts are talking about during our 15-20 min Live Panel Discussions while you are mingling with others.
Prescribed fires this week ahead of storms on Humboldt-Toiyabe, Lake Tahoe basin forests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/25/2021 - 2:20pmTaking advantage of statewide moisture in the forecast, the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest will conduct prescribed fire operations across several portions of the forest this week as part of the forest’s hazardous fuels reduction effort and active forest management program. Also, weather and conditions permitting, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team will continue widespread prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Carson City area weather: Storms to bring multiple feet of snow to Sierra, several inches to valley floors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 7:54amWith a series of winter storms aimed at the Sierra, western Nevada and Carson City areas, a flurry of National Weather Service advisories and watches are in effect with plenty of snow from the Sierra to the valley floors on the way this week.
Carson High librarian to speak at Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/22/2021 - 5:55amFeatured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon will be Carson High School librarian Ananda Campbell, who will describe how she and other district librarians, in collaboration with city and state library staffs, transitioned Carson City's students to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Spectrum store closes on North Carson Street, new location opens on Topsy Lane
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 3:55pmCharter Communications, Inc. has opened a new Spectrum Store south of Carson City in Douglas County at Carson Valley Plaza on Topsy Lane and has closed the store on North Carson Street.
Nevada governor sets vision of a future economy in State of State address amid economic, health crisis
Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 8:04amGov. Steve Sisolak told Nevadans experiencing some of their darkest hours of economic and public health devastation that he has a plan to create more than 165,000 jobs over the next decade, launch new initiatives to retrain displaced workers and build out an economy based on clean energy, blockchain and other futuristic technologies.
Why do your pets act as they do? CASI offers virtual Pet Behavior Seminar series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 8:02amCarson Animal Services Initiative, also known as CASI, is proud to offer Understanding Your Pet's Behavior seminar series with Animal Behaviorist Kelley Bollen. Kelley has worked with clients across the United States and Canada, sharing her expertise with shelters, rescues, and individual pet owners.
Carson City Library hosts first Bionics Camp in February
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 1:31pmReimagining learning, the Carson City Library is bringing robotics technology and engineering to Carson City middle school students starting in February.
Pioneer High senior on focus as part of JumpStart career program, makes WNC Dean's List
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 12:51pmDavid Kimball, a JumpStart senior from Pioneer High School attending Western Nevada College in Carson City, described the experience of taking his welding certification exam as the greatest obstacle for him to overcome.
Nevada governor proposes $8.68 billion budget restoring cuts to Medicaid, other state programs
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 10:45amGov. Steve Sisolak is proposing a two-year budget that reverses cuts to Medicaid and other key K-12 programs made last summer, after financial projections left the state at what officials are calling an “inconsistent, if not positive, ending point” for tax revenue.
Annual Carson City Feast of Chocolate re-imagined due to COVID, scholarship donors sought
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 3:17pmDue to the COVID-19 virus and its impact on our community, the annual American Association of University Women Capital Branch Feast of Chocolate event, usually held in February at the Carson Plaza Event Center, must be reimagined this year. Our goal is to continue to provide scholarships for deserving young women in their pursuit of educational advancement.
Senator Square: Carson High School students become published authors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 9:12amAccording to Teen Health and Wellness, Rosen Publishing, “Sharing stories is a powerful way to connect with other people. By sharing your own story, you can connect with other teens who are dealing with similar experiences. Your words can provide hope and comfort, or empower them to face their own challenges.”
Carson City District Attorney calls for coroner's inquest into 2020 stabbing death
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 4:59pmDistrict Attorney Jason Woodbury has called for a coroner’s inquest relating to the Feb. 15, 2020 killing of Clint Garett Malone in Carson City. Malone, 37, died as the result of multiple stab wounds inflicted at a residence on Woodside Drive.
Red Cross seeks volunteers to serve Carson City and surrounding communities
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 2:35pmRENO — The American Red Cross of Northern Nevada is seeking volunteers to join its Disaster Action Team, serving Carson City and surrounding communities in the Carson Valley and other areas of Douglas County.
Looking ahead for Carson City Black and African American business owners this Martin Luther King day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 12:15pmLast year presented some of the greatest challenges Carson City small business owners have faced. Unfortunately, there has been a disproportionate effect on diverse-owned businesses, including those owned by Black and African American entrepreneurs.
Carson City-based In Plain Sight Marketing's Elizabeth Pearson earns Certificate in Principles of Public Relations
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 3:09pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — In Plain Sight Marketing LLC public relations and account specialist, Elizabeth Pearson has earned the Certificate in Principles of Public Relations by the Public Relations Society of America.
The entry-level certificate administered by the Universal Accreditation Board is awarded to recent graduates of the Public Relations Student Society of America to demonstrate their proficiency in the public relations field.
It's official: NHL hockey coming to Lake Tahoe in February
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 9:50amIt has been a plan in the works for months and Monday the National Hockey League made it official — they are bringing NHL Outdoors at Lake Tahoe to Edgewood Tahoe Feb. 20-21, 2021.
Notice of Public Discussion of possible Carson City grant applications
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/08/2021 - 10:56amNotice is hereby given that Carson City will conduct a public meeting and information session on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. (All meetings will be online, please see directions below), in order review the application process for the COIVD-19, CDBG-CV, II & III, State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) Program and to solicit citizen input on possible activities to be included in the application.
Soroptimist International of Carson City Announces 'Women Helping Women' Honorees to be Recognized on Feb. 18
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/08/2021 - 9:55amSoroptimist International of Carson City is pleased to announce our “Women Helping Women” Honorees to be recognized for their dedication to improving the lives of women or girls in our community, at our Virtual “Celebrating Women Helping Women” Recognition Event, via Zoom, on February 18, 2021 from 6:30 pm to 8 pm.
Lake Tahoe prescribed fire operations resume
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 2:59pmThe Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team will resume prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Operations will continue over the next several weeks, conditions and weather permitting. Smoke may be visible.
Nevada receives $1 million in grants to improve water quality, reduce pollution
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 12:05pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection announced Tuesday that it has received $1 million in Clean Water Act grant funds provided by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency that will be used to complete 11 projects to reduce “nonpoint source pollution” and improve water quality across the state.
Senator Square: Carson High School teacher publishes her latest short story
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/03/2021 - 2:18amAs CHS teachers and students return to school, from, hopefully, a relaxing winter break, would it not be great to know one of their teachers recently published a short story? CHS Language Arts Department teacher Brigette Pugh is excited to share her latest published piece of writing.
Judge: DETR no longer in contempt of court over unemployment payment stoppages in Nevada
Submitted by admin on Sat, 01/02/2021 - 11:07amA Reno judge has determined that the state is no longer in contempt of court over stalled unemployment payments, after hearing that benefits were restarted for nearly 6,000 claimants since his initial finding of contempt earlier this month.
Nevada Mining Association and Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada Unveil ‘Mining in Today’s World’ Patch Program
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 9:24amThe Nevada Mining Association has teamed up with the Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada for the first-ever “Mining In Today’s World” patch program.
Carson City’s Year in Review: a look back on 2020 (pandemic free edition)
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 2:46amIt was an eventful year around the Carson City region notwithstanding the limitations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's some notable stories that were not pandemic related that happened in 2020.
WNC Latino Leadership Academy founder picked as New School Board Member of the Year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/30/2020 - 2:56pmWhether she is advising first-generation college students to better their lives through higher education or serving as a trustee for K-12 students in the Carson City School District, there are two common denominators in Lupe Ramirez’s education roles: The Western Nevada College Latino Leadership Academy founder and adviser will definitely make a difference and, without a doubt, she will stand out.
Eagles and Raptors Make Their Return to Carson Valley
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 12:08pmEvery winter, Carson Valley becomes a nesting ground for bald eagles, golden eagles, falcons, hawks, owls and other wildlife as they congregate to the region. Carson Valley’s expansive open space and cattle ranches provide habitat for the wintering birds of prey.
Senator Square: Carson High School student initiates independent Senior Project
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 7:35amCHS Senior Abby Golik, after being told Senior Projects, a Carson High School graduation requirement, were temporarily cancelled, decided she wanted to do a Senior Project anyway.
Carson City, Carson Valley Letters to Santa Toy Drive reaches pen pal in Mexico
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/23/2020 - 2:10pmCarson City-based DeBug Computer faced a Christmas challenge. Every year, the company hosts a Photos with Santa event with proceeds going to a local non-profit. The DeBug team huddled with Santa to discuss how to reach the children safely during the coronavirus pandemic. They decided to ask children, with their parents’ consent and supervision, to email a letter to Santa@debugcomputer.net.
WNC students in Carson City learn from high altitude balloon research
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 12/20/2020 - 11:55amWhile most students across the country have been learning online this fall because of COVID, a group of students at Western Nevada College took advantage of an exciting hands-on scientific learning opportunity earlier this month.