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Carson City School District Honors Educators and Employees of the Year
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 9:25amCARSON CITY — Nicolas Jacques, music teacher at Carson Middle School, was honored last night as the Carson City School District’s Educator of the Year. Additionally, James “Jim” Pike, special needs school bus driver for transportation, was recognized as the Education Support Professional (ESP) Employee of the Year for the district.
Nevada job growth continues, unemployment down in Carson City, statewide
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 10:54amCARSON CITY — Jobs in the capital city increased by 3.3 percent over the year, while Reno continues to experience the best rate of growth at 5.8 percent, according to figures released Tuesday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Nevada jobs in March up over month and year, unemployment dips to 4.2 percent
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/17/2019 - 12:51pmCARSON CITY — Employment in Nevada increased by 1,700 jobs over the month and is up 47,200 over the year, according to the state Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s March 2019 economic report.
Carson City student 1 of 3 winners in nation for Digital Learning Challenge
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/16/2019 - 8:11amCARSON CITY — Project Tomorrow, a national education nonprofit group based in Irvine, Calif. hosted a nationwide challenge “Speak Up” to all students, grades K-12, where they submitted viewpoints about key educational issues, particularly concerning digital learning and the use of technology to support future ready schools.
Nevada Public Employee Retirement System Problems (Opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 9:16amThis is the sixth in a series of columns summarizing my Controller’s Annual Report (CAR) for fiscal year 2018 (FY18).
The first two columns showed that since FY06 state spending has grown faster than Nevada’s economy, thus imposing an ever-larger real burden on Nevada families and businesses, whose real per-capita incomes are lower now than in FY06. The next two analyses reviewed spending on health and social services and on K-12 education, the two largest budget items by far and the only major areas on which spending has grown faster than Nevada’s economy.
Nevada Public Employee Unions and Compensation (Opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 10:06pmThis is the fifth in a series of columns summarizing my Controller’s Annual Report (CAR) for fiscal year 2018 (FY18).
The first two columns showed that since FY06 state spending has grown faster than Nevada’s economy, thus imposing an ever-larger real burden on Nevada families and businesses, whose real per-capita incomes are lower now than in FY06. The other two analyses reviewed spending on health and social services and on K-12 education, the two largest budget items by far and the only major areas on which spending has grown faster than Nevada’s economy.
Reno sees February job gains, down some in Carson City and Vegas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/26/2019 - 2:49pmCARSON CITY — The Silver State experienced the fastest rate of job growth in the nation at 3.5 percent from February 2018 to February of this year, according to a report released Tuesday by the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Nevada education board welcomes Jhone Ebert as new public instruction superintendent
Submitted by Sarah Drinkwine on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 11:47amCARSON CITY — The Nevada State Board of Education on Monday welcomed Jhone Ebert, who was appointed by Gov. Steve Sisolak as the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Carson City area weather: Valley rain, Sierra snow and gusty winds ahead
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/24/2019 - 10:46amA series of storms will move into the Carson City region Monday through Thursday bringing periods of gusty winds, valley rain and Sierra snow, according to the National Weather Service.
Banner Churchill earns 4-star CMS rating
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/22/2019 - 11:45amBanner Churchill Community Hospital was one of only four hospitals in Nevada to earn a 4-star rating in quality and safety from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as part of the federal agency’s annual performance report.
The CMS’s hospital star rating provides patients with the important information they need to compare hospitals and make informed decisions about care. The 4-star rating for Banner Churchill was based on 100 rigorously tested measurements in quality and safety, such as patient experience, timeliness and effectiveness of care, complication rates and other factors.
NHP arrest 10 for suspicion of DUI at Reno area sobriety checkpoint this weekend
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/18/2019 - 11:42amThe Nevada Highway Patrol conducted a sobriety checkpoint at Clear Acre Lane and Scottsdale Road from Saturday night into early Sunday morning, 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. During that time, troopers contacted 1,247 motorists that traveled through the checkpoint.
RSVP benefit in Carson City to boost veteran services, suicide prevention
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/16/2019 - 6:42pmAbout 20 military veterans commit suicide every day in the United States, a number that has been holding steady in recent years.
NHP to conduct sobriety checkpoint Saturday in the greater Reno area
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 9:07amThe Nevada Highway Patrol will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in the greater Reno area beginning Saturday evening. The checkpoint is from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Western Nevada College ranks third in state for RN Nursing Program
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 03/14/2019 - 2:15pmCarson City’s Western Nevada College has been awarded the number three slot in the state RN Nursing Program ranks. WNC's program ranks 3 out of 12 accredited nursing schools in Nevada.
Report: Carson City, Reno and Vegas pack on the jobs in January, growth best in nation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/12/2019 - 3:43pmCarson City aded 500 news jobs for the first month of 2019, according to figures released Tuesday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation. Reno added 1,000 jobs over the month and Las Vegas, 3,400.
Local teams prepare for Polar Plunge at Lake Tahoe to benefit Special Olympics
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 4:48pmNearly 40 teams representing organizations and businesses throughout western Nevada will take a jump into the chilly waters at Lake Tahoe on Saturday, March 30 for the annual Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics.
Nevada receives grant to improve education outcomes for homeless school students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 9:50amCARSON CITY — Education Leads Home, a national campaign focused on addressing the needs of 1.3 million homeless students enrolled in public schools, announced an award Tuesday of $20,000 to the state of Nevada to improve educational outcomes for students experiencing homelessness.
Carson High to celebrate CTE Month with Governor Sisolak Thursday
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 02/05/2019 - 9:56amStudents and educators at Carson High School will celebrate national Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month in an invitation-only event with a special visit from Nevada State Governor Steve Sisolak, Thursday, Feb. 7 at 8:45 a.m. in Senator Square at Carson High School. Event seating begins at 8:30 a.m. with the Governor’s address at 8:45 a.m.
Carson City School District to host #SaveTheKids Parent Night
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 02/04/2019 - 11:49amNOTE: Thursday, Feb. 7 is parents only night. The Friday assemblies are for students only.
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Cell phones and social media are connecting us and impacting our lives in so many ways. Among all the positives, studies are now showing some damaging affects these social media and screen-time may have on the mental and physical health of children.
Do you double dip the chip? Red Cross says don't if you're attending a Super Bowl party
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 10:26amSuper Bowl weekend will bring fans and friends together for parties at a time when the flu is rampant across several states, but there are ways to keep the flu sidelined from the party. The most recent information by the Center for Disease Control shows influenza activity remains high.
Carson City job growth flat in December, Reno and Vegas continue to make gains
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 11:10amJob growth held steady in Carson City during the month of December, actually falling 100 jobs below seasonal expectations while Reno and Las Vegas continued to add jobs, according to figures released Wednesday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Carson City weather: Feet of snow expected in Sierra, 1.5 inches of rain possible in valleys
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/16/2019 - 6:52pmA major winter storm will bring blizzard conditions and several feet of snow to Lake Tahoe and Sierra into Thursday night with heavy rain around the Carson City and lower valley regions, according to the National Weather Service.
Key Facts on Nevada State Taxes and Other Revenues
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/16/2019 - 10:29amThis is the second in a series of columns summarizing my Controller’s Annual Report (CAR) for fiscal year 2018 (FY18). Based on the state’s official books and records, the CAR provides Nevada citizens, officials and others summaries of key facts, data, analysis and issues addressing Nevada’s fiscal condition and policy challenges.
4 Reasons Why We're Not Headed For Another Housing Crash
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/15/2019 - 5:54pmWith home prices rising in many areas of the country, many people are worried that we’re headed for a housing crash like the one we suffered in 2008.
But here’s the thing: it’s just not true. While it’s understandable that people would look at the current market, consider it a “housing bubble,” and assume it’s going to pop, the truth of the matter is the market today couldn’t be any more different than they were before the crash of 2008.
Let’s look at four reasons why we’re not headed for another housing crash:
1. Banks have tightened their lending practices
Column: Stepping into the wild horse debate, one hoof at a time
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/12/2019 - 9:44amAmerican founding father Benjamin Franklin is credited with having once said, "The first mistake made in politics is getting into it."
Here in Northern Nevada, the same could be said about jumping feet first into the debate over the Silver State's population of wild horses, an emotionally-charged, hot-button topic if there ever was one.
Evaluation of Nevada education programs earn positive results, continued funding urged
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/08/2019 - 10:09amCARSON CITY — Four years ago Nevada entered into a compact to make a historic investment in education and, in return the state committed to holding itself accountable for results. An independent evaluation authorized by the 2017 Nevada Legislature recommended continued funding of all seven categorical education programs it reviewed, citing positive outcomes in each one.
Carson City residents to receive new streamlined recycling, green waste bins and a lower rate
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 01/07/2019 - 11:06amThanks to a negotiation between Waste Management and the Carson City Board of Supervisors, capital city residents will find a lowered rate for garbage collection, with additional carts for single stream recycling and green waste such as non-food organics and plant matter.
Carson City wakes up to snow on the ground Sunday, more on the way
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/06/2019 - 9:28amThe greater Carson City area was greeted with snow on the ground Sunday morning, with more on the way overnight, according to the National Weather Service.
Column: Making good New Year's choices
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/29/2018 - 11:05amI'm a bit of a New Year's humbug. I really don't celebrate the holiday. I'm usually "sawing logs" between one year and the next by the time the ball drops on the West Coast.
Carson City schools send supplies, books and funds to Paradise, Calif. fire victims
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/26/2018 - 9:41amCarson City educators, students and families have stood together for the last few weeks in efforts to benefit schools in fire-devastated areas of northern California. All individuals involved learned lessons in kindness as well as how small efforts collectively may produce great and impactful outcomes.