well-being
Five Questions for Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/24/2019 - 11:14amFor this week's installment of Carson Now's Five Questions, Carson City's Sheriff Ken Furlong sat down to discuss how being Sheriff has shaped his life, issues facing Carson City currently, mental health training for law enforcement and more.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/11/2019 - 8:05pmWith activities lining up around the capital city through the weekend, Thursday events around the region include a meeting of the Healthy Communities Coalition in Silver Springs, an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered, and a Carson City CASA volunteer information hour and training seminar. Along the music front, CHS Band will host its winter concert at the Carson City Community Center and our own local country music star and Nashville recording artist Art Mulcahy will be at Jimmy G's. Read on for details.
Carson City CASA volunteer information hour and training set for Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/08/2019 - 1:51pmCarson City Court Appointed Special Advocates, also known as CASA, are trained volunteers who represent the best interests of children who have been abused or neglected.
CASA volunteers are appointed by a Judge and serve as the voice of the child in the courtroom. The CASA volunteer helps to ensure that the children are in safe, permanent and thriving environments.
Volkswagen settlement projects reduce diesel pollution in Nevada, $3 million to be awarded
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 2:40pmCleaner transportation means cleaner air for all Nevadans. Over the past year, Nevada’s share of Volkswagen Settlement funds have been invested in projects that are helping the Silver State drive towards a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: How old is the Sun?
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 6:48pmIn human years our sun is 38 years old, so in another five billion years it will run out of gas, and without any emotion to speak of, will accidently vaporize its old friend the Earth. But do not despair. An insurance policy is on the way. By then we will have figured out how to move to a new neighborhood — a new universe, for we are explorers.
Critical care physician named to cardiovascular clinical faculty in UNR Med, Carson Tahoe Health partnership
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 3:46pmFollowing a collaborative recruitment between the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and Carson Tahoe Health, Lorrel Toft, M.D., F.A.C.C., a cardiovascular critical care physician and researcher, has been recruited as an associate professor for UNR Med’s Department of Internal Medicine as well as a cardiologist on staff with Carson Tahoe Health.
VC Outhouse races, Relay for Life, golf tournament, Oktoberfest and more: Carson City region in store for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 9:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the 30th annual Outhouse Races in Virginia City, American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event in Carson City, Fright Night at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, Oktoberfest at the Casino Fandango, the 26th annual 'Making a Difference' Golf Tournament and much more!
Take home a pet at no cost Sept. 27-28 as part of Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/25/2019 - 9:05amLooking for the love of your life? Hundreds of dogs and cats are waiting for you at animal shelters and rescue groups in Nevada, where pet adoptions will be free this Friday and Saturday, Sept. 27-28 during Maddie's Pet Adoption Days. All adoption fees are waived for pets going to loving new homes thanks to a grant from Dave and Cheryl Duffield Foundation.
The Road Ahead at Tahoe: Redevelopment, Collaboration, Community and Climate
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/22/2019 - 9:10amI recently had the pleasure of speaking to several hundred Tahoe City residents on a warm summer evening in August. I was there for a celebration that has been a long time coming.
Residents gathered in the parking lot of the blighted Henrikson Building to take a ceremonial swing of the hammer — to say goodbye to an eyesore of a building whose useful life came to an end years ago. They were also there to celebrate what will soon take shape as Tahoe City’s first new hotel in more than 60 years.
Carson Tahoe’s HopeFest9 Rocked: Record $225,000 raised to support local cancer patients
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/29/2019 - 5:17pmCARSON CITY — The Carson Tahoe Health Foundation is thrilled to announce that their annual benefit concert, HopeFest9, raised over $225,000 in net proceeds. The event, which was held at the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center on Friday, August 23, raised nearly $100,000 over 2018 event totals.
Headphones, ear buds banned from CHS campus; Fremont Elementary ditches uniforms
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 08/15/2019 - 10:17pmThis year, Carson High School announced that earbuds and headphones will be banned from campus in an effort to create a better and safer learning environment.
“It’s a safety issue,” said Dan Davis of the Carson City School District. “While they’re on campus, if the principal or a teacher needs to audibly communicate with a student, they need to be able to hear them for safety reasons.”
Carson City ESL program founder among 4 picked for prestigious Manhattan Institute award
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 5:58pmA Carson City-based nonprofit that teaches the English language to those preparing for U.S. citizenship — and whose founder was recognized in December 2018 as a finalist for the CNN Hero Award — has been picked to receive a national recognition award from the prestigious Manhattan Institute.
Carson Tahoe Health Foundation adds 'Text-to-Donate' giving option ahead of HopeFest9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/07/2019 - 11:59amCARSON CITY — The Foundation at Carson Tahoe Health, which provides housing for cancer patients in need, has announced a new opportunity for interested donors to support initiatives and give with a new “Text-to-Donate” option.
UNR Med to host free clinics in August and September
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/05/2019 - 8:39amRENO — Northern Nevadans who are uninsured, underinsured or without a social security number can receive free medical care this August and September 2019 at upcoming University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine Student Outreach Clinics.
Ronald McDonald House Northern Nevada Red Shoe Gala-October 4, 2019
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 9:16amPlease join us for the Ronald McDonald House Northern Nevada Red Shoe Gala on October 4, 2019 at the Atlantis Resort in Reno.
The evening includes dinner, silent and live auction, and a night filled with super hero fun!
Nevada Medicaid Administrator Selected for Leadership Institute
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/01/2019 - 8:11amCARSON CITY — Suzanne Bierman, administrator of the Nevada Division of Health Care Financing and Policy, has been announced as one of six state-level directors chosen to participate in the Medicaid Leadership Institute, a national initiative directed by the Center for Health Care Strategies and made possible by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
No cost pet adoptions in Nevada this Friday, Saturday as part of Maddie's Pet Adoption Days
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 3:02pmLooking for the love of your life? Hundreds of dogs and cats are waiting for you at local animal shelters and rescue groups in Nevada, where pet adoptions will be free Friday and Saturday, June 14-15 during Maddie's Pet Adoption Days. All adoption fees are waived for pets going to loving new homes thanks to a grant from Dave and Cheryl Duffield Foundation.
Annual Special Olympics Nevada Summer Games held this weekend in Reno
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 11:25amMore than 300 Special Olympics athletes from across the state will converge this weekend in Reno for the annual Special Olympics Nevada (SONV) Summer Games. The torch was carried through Carson City Friday on its way to the games.
Prominence Health opens new Carson City Care Center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 4:46pmA Grand Opening was held Wednesday evening for the new Prominence Care Center in Carson City, presented by Prominence Health Plan in partnership with Vera Whole Health.
The new facility opened at 180 E Winnie Lane in Carson City, and it is accessible to plan members through the Carson City School District, as well as Prominence Medicare Advantage Members.
Carson City's Sierra Lutheran High School sophomore Takes 2nd in National Essay Contest
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 12:48pmSierra Lutheran High School sophomore Annalynn Mueller was honored Monday during a surprise ceremony at the school for taking second in the nation in the Fleet Reserve Association’s (FRA) Americanism Essay Contest.
Pro-Choice advocates rally at Nevada State Legislature in Carson City for the ‘Trust Nevada Women Act'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 05/22/2019 - 3:31pmMore than 100 people joined NARAL Pro-Choice Nevada (National Abortion Rights Action League) in a rally Tuesday at the Nevada State Legislature to support Senate Bill 179, also called the “Trust Nevada Women Act.” In a time when abortion is being outlawed in several states around the country, Nevada instead went in the opposite direction with SB 179, securing a woman’s right to choose.
Events and Happenings in Carson City on Sunday, May 5
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 05/05/2019 - 7:14amHappy Sunday Carson City! It'll be another warm day today with a high of 76 degrees and a gentle breeze. On the books today we have a Tour of Carson City hosted by Muscle Powered as a part of National Bike Month, a dog agility trial, art showings, a family book reading at the Carson City Library and more.
Events around Carson City for Friday, May 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/02/2019 - 10:08pmWhat a week it was Carson City, and it isn't even over yet. Heading into Friday, May 3, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and temperatures in the low 70s. There's a host of activities Friday and, looking ahead, a bevy of fun Saturday including a Mother's Day craft fair at the Carson City Community Center, a Star Wars themed bicycle safety day, a wine, cheese and dessert ride aboard the V&T, an early opening of the downtown farmer's market, the May Downtown Carson City Wine Walk, a memorial walk, presentations, comedy, live music and more. Enjoy.
Carson Tahoe Health Foundation establishes Community Fund to provide financial resource for local families facing hardship
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 9:20amCARSON CITY — The Carson Tahoe Health Foundation is pleased to introduce a new initiative — The Community Fund — established to serve as a resource for patients and families facing financial hardship, who might not otherwise seek the medical treatment they need and deserve.
Initiative manager of Capital City CIRCLES to be Carson City Democratic luncheon speaker
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 9:52pmTom Blake, NETworX Program Manager at the Capital City CIRCLES Initiative will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. An Anglican priest, Blake came to Carson City from Muncie, Indiana, where he served for 13 years as pastor of Grace Episcopal Church.
UNR research team discovers how social media extremes affect normalcy perception
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 1:45pmRENO — Traditional media has long been thought to shift the perception of social norms. One prevalent example is the use of supermodels in advertising. Research has shown this to impact one’s perception of what is “perceived” as acceptable or normal in regard to body weight.
Carson City School District strategic plan meeting to focus on sustainability
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/25/2019 - 9:47amThe Carson City School District’s quarterly Community Professional Learning Community meeting, Wednesday, Feb. 27, 6 p.m., will focus on sustainable practices. The meeting, held inside the Carson High School Library, will be the first part of a 1.5-day Executive Sustainability Summit.
Nevada Gov. Sisolak closes state offices in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 02/04/2019 - 2:54pmAll state offices in Carson City are closing early because of inclement Winter weather, Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak Tweeted at 1:34 p.m. Monday.
"Due to inclement weather and potentially dangerous road conditions reported by Nevada DOT and Nevada DPS in the Carson City/Reno area, I've ordered all state government offices to be closed effective 1:30 p.m. in Carson City," the governor Tweeted. "Safety and well-being of state employees are of my utmost concern."
Carson City school bus driver earns certificate of merit for saving child’s life
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/12/2018 - 3:34pmThe Carson City School District and Board of Trustees recognized Greg Hoeger, bus driver with the Carson City School District, with a Certificate of Merit Tuesday night for his immediate attention and awareness that helped save the life of a student passenger.
JoAnne Skelly: Gardening Grows the Child
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/02/2018 - 7:05pmChildren often spend a lot of time indoors. In fact, “children spend on average less than one hour per day outside” according to the National Gardening Association. And yet, a connection to nature has significant developmental benefits for children.