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Indy Explains Electoral College: How a candidate can lose the presidency after winning a majority of votes
Submitted by admin on Mon, 11/02/2020 - 8:16pmAlmost 3 million more people voted for Hillary Clinton than for Donald Trump in the 2016 presidential election, yet it is Trump’s pardon that saves a Thanksgiving turkey's life and whose signature on an executive order can change American lives in an instant.
Judge rejects Trump campaign effort to slow down, amend Clark County mail ballot system
Submitted by admin on Mon, 11/02/2020 - 10:25amA District Court judge has again blocked efforts by President Donald Trump’s re-election campaign and the Nevada Republican Party to delay the counting of mail ballots in populous Clark County over alleged issues with signature verification and observation plans.
Nevada Day 2020 rock drilling competition results
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/01/2020 - 3:29pmHere are the results of the 46th annual World Championship Jack Drilling competition held Saturday at the Carson Mall as part of the 2020 Nevada Day festivities.
Senator Square: Music returns to CHS, plus fundraisers generate breast cancer awareness
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/01/2020 - 7:45amThe results are in. Students laughed at them because they had to dress differently, today, but they laughed at the students, too, because they were all dressed the same.
A Carson City Resident's philosophy? Ok… Maybe a few questions (Opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 10:37amMy philosophy? Ok… Maybe a few questions: After long evaluation, I have decided to write down some of my philosophy and personal thoughts, politics included, which may or may not be agreed with.
Early election results for Carson City and beyond: Republicans lead in Quad-County, narrowing gap statewide
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/27/2020 - 10:50amGood morning Carson Now readers, here are your election updates for the 2020 General Election which is currently in its early voting period. There have been huge increases in overall voters during this election, which means more and more citizens are taking part in the elections process.
Does hemp hold the potential to be Nevada’s next leading crop?
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/25/2020 - 12:04pmHemp uses less water than many other crops, and its uses and popularity are growing. As a result, there is increasing interest in growing hemp in Nevada. University of Nevada, Reno Extension is now researching hemp varieties and best practices for growing it in Nevada, and offering online classes on the research findings.
Carson City seeks public input to help establish 2021-2025 Strategic Plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/18/2020 - 5:30amCarson City is in the process of updating the City’s Strategic Plan and the community is asked to weigh in. The City is administering an online survey at carson.org/survey to gauge overall community input on the proposed goals and objectives intended to steer City operations for the next five years.
As Nevada eviction order lifts, what protections do tenants have and how can they use them?
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/15/2020 - 1:56pmOct. 15 is finally here — the day Gov. Steve Sisolak said a statewide eviction moratorium that lasted more than six months would finally lift in Nevada.
COVID-19 rapid test through UNR lab has successful results, research moves to next stages
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 12:47pmRapid detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, in about 30 seconds following the test, has had successful preliminary results in Mano Misra’s lab at the University of Nevada, Reno. The test uses a nanotube-based electrochemical biosensor, a similar technology that Misra has used in the past for detecting tuberculosis and colorectal cancer as well as detection of biomarkers for food safety.
Carson City sheriff addresses political sign vandalism, urges neighborhood property watches
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 4:58pmEach political election season, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office receives numerous complaints of political signs being taken, vandalized, or even property being severely damaged related to the political elections.
Tahoe bears on the move: Agencies advise practice of proper food, garbage storage
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 11:15amFall has arrived in the Sierra Nevada bringing the steady change of turning leaves and a noticeable chill in the air. The fall season also means bears are actively searching for food, even down into the lower valleys.
COVID testing Tuesday in Yerington following high number of positive tests at assisted living facility
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 9:58amLyon County, City of Yerington, Carson City Health and Human Services and the Quad County Health Care Coalition will hold a COVID testing operation on Tuesday, Oct. 13 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.. The testing will be at the new City Hall (Old National Guard Building) located on the corner of Main Street and East Goldfield Avenue.
Carson Tahoe implements advanced electronic medical record program to improve patient care
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 7:29amOn Saturday, Oct. 10, the entire Carson Tahoe Health system, including the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Medical Group, and all other outlying locations, launched Epic — a highly regarded and well-utilized medical records system.
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services Issues Statement in Response to U.S. HHS Letter
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/10/2020 - 11:04amToday, officials from the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) issued the following statement in response to a letter received from the United States Department of Health and Human Services (U.S. HHS) regarding a technical bulletin related to the discontinuation of antigen testing in Nevada’s skilled nursing homes.
High Volume of Positive Covid-19 reported at assisted living facility in Yerington
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/09/2020 - 10:11amLyon County officials have been notified that an assisted living facility, Mason Valley Residence, in Yerington had a high number of positive tests for COVID-19.
It is reported that 34 out of 53 tests results were positive.
White Cane Days, grand opening, pool tournament and more highlight weekend activities around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 4:45pmHeading into the weeknd, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City area. Lions Club kicks off its annual “White Cane Days” Saturday and Sunday in Carson City to increase awareness of the white cane traffic safety laws, and collect used eyeglasses for distribution to those in need. Local business Wizard of Pawz grooming salon hosts a socially-distanced grand opening on Saturday afternoon, followed by a pool tournament at Bulldog Billiards at 6 p.m. Combined with live music and karaoke, the state capitol will be packed with excitement! Read on for more information.
Governor Sisolak issues statement on positive COVID-19 case in Carson City office
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/06/2020 - 3:15pmA member of Governor Steve Sisolak’s staff based in the Capitol Office in Carson City has received a positive diagnostic test for COVID-19 after developing symptoms over this past weekend.
WNC receives EPA grant to help implement pollution prevention among Nevada businesses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 2:52pmWestern Nevada College has been selected by the Environmental Protection Agency as a national grantee of the 2020-22 Pollution Prevention Grant Program.
WNC will partner with the Nevada non-profit greenUP! to help food and beverage manufacturers and processors, as well as automobile repair and maintenance businesses, implement pollution prevention.
Nevada consumers encouraged to view health insurance plans and rates for 2021
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 11:21amThe Nevada Division of Insurance posted final approved health insurance rates on its website here. As Open Enrollment approaches, consumers can begin comparing health insurance plans and rates a month ahead of Open Enrollment which starts November 1, 2020.
Capital City Arts Initiative presents 'Ink, Paper, Print' exhibition at WNC gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/28/2020 - 11:43amThe Capital City Arts Initiative and Western Nevada College present "Ink, Paper, Print" an exhibition with work by 12 regional artists in the college’s Bristlecone Gallery, 2201 W College Parkway, Carson City.
Nominations sought for Nevada Wildlife Conservation Award
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/26/2020 - 10:46amThe state’s Board of Wildlife Commissioners is currently seeking nominations for the 2020 Wayne E. Kirch Nevada Wildlife Conservation Award.
Carson City’s CVS Pharmacy among 24 statewide stores to offer drive-thru COVID-19 testing
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/18/2020 - 8:06amCVS Health today announced plans to add more than 2,000 new COVID-19 drive-thru test sites at select CVS Pharmacy locations across the country to support the company’s ongoing efforts to increase access to testing and help slow the spread of the virus.
Trump sows doubt on election integrity with false assertions at Douglas rally amid COVID pandemic
Submitted by admin on Sun, 09/13/2020 - 7:28amPresident Donald Trump sought to undermine confidence in the electoral process in Nevada during a rally in Minden Saturday evening, falsely telling a packed crowd of supporters that Democratic Gov. Steve Sisolak controls millions of votes, that mail-in ballots can be accepted without signatures and that Republicans likely wouldn’t be sent mail-in ballots but dogs and dead people would.
Carson City Sheriff's Office reports 13 area sex offenders in noncompliance with registration
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/11/2020 - 3:55pmOn September 10th, 2020 the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division conducted a compliance check for sex offenders whom are required to register their current addresses with this Sheriff’s Office.
Bars to open in Washoe County, Pahrump while remaining dark in Clark, Elko counties
Submitted by admin on Thu, 09/10/2020 - 4:40pmBars and taverns across Washoe County as well as in the town of Pahrump in Nye County will soon be allowed to open following a surprise decision from the state’s COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force on Thursday.
Carson City arrest report: Pair booked for possession of stolen property, vehicle recovered
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/09/2020 - 11:46amTwo were booked Tuesday for suspicion of felony possession of stolen property, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office arrest report.
Myths and Facts surrounding the upcoming 2020 General Election in Carson City and beyond
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/05/2020 - 11:04amThe upcoming 2020 General Election will be a first in the country's history, as it will be a primarily mail-in only election. There has been many sources of misinformation regarding how the election will work, and the Nevada Secretary of State has provided a Myths and Facts sheet to help dispel some of the rumors.
Fishing Report: Many lakes are planted and awaiting Labor Day fishers, Trout Contest held this weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/05/2020 - 9:45amHello fellow anglers, welcome to Labor Day weekend. As we know from all of the smoke in the California and Nevada skies, we have to be fire aware, wherever your adventure takes you this weekend.
Skin Cancer Prevention Screenings
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 3:22pmFree Skin Cancer Screening Compliments Of Carson Tahoe Health & Wellness Institute
Did you know that skin cancer is the most prevalent of all cancers? It’s estimated that over one million Americans develop some type of skin cancer every year. Overexposure to sunlight (including tanning) is the main cause, especially when it results in sunburn and blistering. Avoiding the sun is your best defense, but when you can’t, have your skin checked by a professional on a regular basis.
When?
October 9 from 9 AM - 5 PM (Lunch Break from Noon - 1 PM)