Technology
Hydroponics project helps Carson City students enjoy ‘fruits’ of their labor
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/03/2020 - 9:08amCARSON CITY — Students in grades K-5 at Empire Elementary School have been learning and working on hydroponics in their classrooms as well as remotely from home this past semester and are enjoying the fruits of their labor.
TMCC political scientist returns to Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/03/2020 - 1:15amFred Lokken, political science professor at Truckee Meadows Community College, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon. He will extend the post-election review of the local, state and national political scenes begun when he spoke at the November 16 tele-luncheon. As always, Prof. Lokken can be counted on to highlight key facts and in-depth analysis that can be found nowhere else.
Nevada board OKs 11 new companies; abatements will generate $90M in new tax revenue, create nearly 2,000 jobs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 5:14pmThe Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development Board of Directors on Wednesday approved abatements for 11 companies that it says will generate $90,207,019 in tax revenue and create 1,991 jobs over the next 10 years. Of the 11 companies, two are based in Lyon County and six in Washoe County.
Northern Nevada professional Peter Williamson re-elected to NCET board
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 10:58amPeter Williamson has been re-elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology.
He has served eight years on the NCET board and is the longest-serving volunteer director of the organization.
Williamson, re-elected as vice president of Tech Wednesdays, has worked for 15 years as an ActionCOACH business coach in Reno. He is also a Certified Exit Planner (CExP) with the Business Exit Institute, helping business owners plan their exit from their businesses.
WNC and GreenUP! form Nevada Green Business Network to help cut down on pollution
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/30/2020 - 5:29pmWestern Nevada College and greenUP! announced Monday the formation of the Nevada Green Business Network, part of a statewide effort to generate a green business certification program.
Federal grant to aid in Reno's real-time transit infrastructure monitoring
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/30/2020 - 9:01amThe Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County will receive $131,661 to partner with the University of Nevada to demonstrate real-time transit infrastructure monitoring in the City of Reno through FTA’s Real-Time Asset Management program.
Fishing Report: Storing gear, lake closures, and winter fishing on Pyramid Lake
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/27/2020 - 3:35pmHello fellow anglers. I hope your holidays are starting off good, and you had a safe Thanksgiving with family and friends. Renee and I stayed home and connected with family and friends via text or telephone. I am slowly coming into the 21st century of technology, but fishing will always be old school in my book.
Take on other families Dec. 10 in WNC's ‘No-Brainer’ holiday challenge virtual trivia night
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/22/2020 - 2:03pmSo, who knows it all? Western Nevada College aims to find out Thursday, Dec. 10 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Virtual Team Trivia Night — a special no-brainer holiday-themed challenge that can be entered from the comfort of your own living room.
Carson City Library receives grant to bring bionics learning to middle school students in 2021
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 10:04amReimagining learning, the Carson City Library is bringing robotics technology and engineering to Carson City middle school students in 2021. Utilizing analog and digital learning, students will build components of a bionic fish, elephant, and chameleon over the 3-day Bionics Camps designed to encourage STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) related career exploration and development.
WNC partners with donors to start food and hygiene pantry for Carson City area students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 9:03amAddressing a need that was revealed during a 2020 student survey, Western Nevada College is nearing completion of a Food and Hygiene Pantry for students and their families.
New self-check kiosks installed at the Carson City Library
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/16/2020 - 8:46amThe Carson City Library is not one to shy away from innovation and integrating technology. The latest, are four self-check kiosks installed last week designed to allow for hands-free or limited touch operation to help to curb the number of touches taking place, especially as pandemic concerns continue and the focus remains on keeping the community safe.
TMCC political scientist to speak at Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 2:03amFred Lokken, political science professor at Truckee Meadows Community College, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon. Prof. Lokken's presentation will include a comprehensive review of this month's election results, as well as an in-depth analysis of what those results might imply for 2022 legislative races, as well as those for the House of Representatives, United States Senate, and state constitutional offices.
Carson City Library looking for Bionics Camp interns
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 2:00pmThe Carson City Library is hiring three interns to assist with a series of three-day Bionics Camps to be held in 2021. Carson City high school students who are interested in assisting with Bionics Camps are encouraged to apply by Nov. 22.
Tech Express Mobile Training Lab Arrives at Western Nevada College in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/07/2020 - 5:10pmImagine a world where a college came to you.
Well, that world is just about here with Western Nevada College’s new Tech Express Lab.
Washoe Tribe exhibit goes on display at Western Nevada College's Carson City campus
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/05/2020 - 12:11pmIn recognition of National Native American Heritage Month, Western Nevada College is proud to share the history and artwork of the Wahoe (Washiw) Tribe of Nevada and California.
WNC's 'Reverse Parade' brings Nevada Day festivities to Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/31/2020 - 9:10amThere wasn't an official Nevada Day parade in the state capital this year, but Western Nevada College's "Reverse Parade" in Carson City brought some festivities on Saturday.
Halloween fun, 'reverse parade' and film festival, competitions highlight Nevada Day weekend around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 7:42pmHeading into the final weekend of October, Halloween and Nevada Day events will keep revelers busy through Sunday making for a jam packed weekend of fun for families and grownups around the Carson City region.
Snowmaking begins at Tahoe resorts; opening days set for Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 6:19pmCold temperatures and dry air have created ideal conditions for making snow in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Heavenly Mountain Ski Resort, Northstar California Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort all plan to take advantage of this week’s cool weather window to build a solid base for the upcoming 2020-21 winter season.
Nevada's statehood celebrated at WNC in Carson City with film festival and 'reverse parade'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 12:55pmCelebrate Nevada’s most cherished time of the year in the safety of your own vehicle at Western Nevada College on Oct. 30 and 31. For many there will be a major void in their social calendars to fill on Nevada Day without the annual parade to attend.
Chase opens first Carson City bank branch Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 8:35amChase will open its first Carson City branch bank Tuesday on South Carson Street and Eagle Station as part of its northern Nevada expansion, making it the 10th location in the region.
Carson City Library Offers Video Tutorials for Computer and Software Basics
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/24/2020 - 5:02pmDid you know that the Carson City Library offers video tutorials to help you learn more about computers and softwares? Join us virtually on Youtube for virtual programs listed below. No registration required! We offer new content every month.
Pioneer High School Engineering Student influences technology upgrades
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/16/2020 - 10:14amPioneer students continue to influence the technology available to them at their school. Their newest tech tool arrived last week in the form a laser engraver for the engineering classroom.
Tahoe South addresses COVID winter visitation safety with enhanced approaches
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 3:40pmFor winter enthusiasts eager to explore South Tahoe’s vast outdoor winter wonderland, tourism officials recommend advance planning, mid-week stays, and securing reservations early for desired attractions and dining. To help visitors plan a safe, healthy winter adventure, Tahoe South offers updated information on its website at “Know Before You Go” and Responsible Recreation with all current state and county health protocols.
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's Browsers Corner Book Store kicks off grand reopening Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 8:12amBrowsers Corner Book Store, operated by the Friends of the Carson City Library, is having its grand reopening starting at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 with new hours being from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.
Western Nevada College offers several late-start classes beginning Oct. 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 4:27pmThere is no need to delay taking classes until next year at Western Nevada College. WNC has you covered with a variety of late-start classes during the current fall semester.
Six Carson City projects receive $492K in community development block grants
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/05/2020 - 9:38amSix Carson City and one Lyon County project are among 16 statewide recipients of Community Development Block Grant funding through a federal program administered by the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development, officials announced Monday.
Senator Square: Carson High School retro-homecoming a big capital city success
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 10/03/2020 - 11:55pmThe Carson High School Retro-Homecoming and Respect Week went without a hitch, and the beauty of it was administrators, teachers, and staff had nothing whatsoever to do with making the decisions as the students chose both the candidates and the winners.
To help with wildfire mitigation, state looks to new tactic: 300 goats
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/02/2020 - 9:16amBut this fire season, the Nevada Division of Forestry and NV Energy are using a different kind of fire prevention technology — a herd of more than 300 goats.
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.