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Carson City residents can find their new best friend this weekend thanks to Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days, where future pet parents can adopt for free.

CARSON CITY — On Oct. 16, 2018, the Capital City C.I.R.C.L.E.S. Initiative graduated its latest class of Champions. For many of the guests — Board members and Allies — who have attended these familiar rites of passage in the past, the scene invoked many fond memories and a genuine sense of pride in the graduates who persevered through 16 weeks of Getting Ahead classes involving hard work and a lot of self-reflection.

The Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) is excited to announce the new addition of an advanced rescue hoist system, which will aid in emergency response and life-saving rescue efforts primarily for injured wildland firefighters.

Nine out of the 10 Carson City School District schools earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star certification, which signifies their buildings perform in the top 25 percent of similar facilities nationwide for energy efficiency and meets strict energy efficiency performance levels set by the EPA.

October in Northern Nevada means more than Nevada Day. There are also outhouse races, fall festivals and Oktoberfests; all three of which are happening this first weekend of October around the region.

In Montgomery, Alabama, in 1957, Martin Luther King, Jr., said to the audience, "Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'"

Volunteering, helping, and serving play important roles in improving the well-being of individuals and their communities.

CARSON CITY — Three quarters of Nevada adults attended a cultural event in the past year and an equal percentage believe the arts improves the quality of life in their communities, according to the poll “Americans Speak Out About the Arts in 2018.”

Carson Tahoe Health and Red's Old 395 Grill in Carson City partnered Monday to host their annual kick-off event, "Think Pink," a campaign for breast cancer awareness. More than $4,000 was raised last night, alone. The campaign runs throughout the month of October, in recognition of breast cancer awareness month, to encourage women to take charge of their health.

CARSON CITY — Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval has proclaimed Oct. 2-5, 2018 the “Week of Respect.” In tow with the proclamation, the Carson City School District’s superintendent has made a Pledge of Achievement to ensure consistent implementation of anti-bullying programs and practices in all schools and work environments.

Carson Tahoe Health will celebrate its 17th annual Think Pink kick-off for breast cancer awareness on Monday, Oct. 1. Red’s Old 395 Grill in Carson City will once again host the event.

RENO — Mountain snowpack is a primary source of water for the arid western United States. This region, which includes Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah, receives precipitation in mountains far from agricultural fields, and during the winter months when crops are not grown.

The second annual Carson City Cops and Burgers community event will take place this Saturday, Sept. 8, featuring a classic car show, a blood drive and police exhibits along with grilled favorites served by members of the Nevada Department of Corrections.

HopeFest8, an annual Carson Tahoe Health Foundation summer music concert fundraiser in support of local cancer patients, returns this Friday, Aug. 24 to Carson City.

The Carson Tahoe Health Foundation is excited to announce the official date for their annual fundraiser, HopeFest8, in support of local cancer patients.

Nearly 100 Carson City seniors will beat the heat this summer courtesy of the KOLO 8 TV Fan Drive and employees of Harrah’s Harveys Lake Tahoe.

RENO — Special Olympics Nevada athletes earned an impressive 24 medals, including 13 gold, at last week’s 2018 Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle.

RENO — Ten Northern Nevada Special Olympics athletes have earned the honor of representing Special Olympics Nevada at the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle.

More than 15 Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) with the First Juvenile District Court in Carson City were sworn in Wednesday during a public ceremony held at the Carson City Courthouse.

This week is national Teacher Appreciation Week. Most people wish they had told their best teachers how much they appreciated them. This week, members of the Lyon and Storey region’s Health and Wellness Hub are making sure that the teachers of the school districts in Lyon and Storey know we appreciate the profoundly important work they do everyday.

Dancing is as much a form of human communication and intimacy as it is art, said professional dance instructor Tiffany Alm, who owns Yaples Ballroom in downtown Carson City.

During World War II, German intelligence officers learned to spot American spies from cues as simple as their eating habits.

Westerners commonly used the same hand for the fork as they did the knife, putting one down to pick up the other. Nazi agents observed this subtle behavior, often tipping them off to American spies.

Join Us at Healthy Energy Center for “A Day Of Self-Love”. 2 Opportunities to take your vibration to the next level. Treat yourself with an intensive Energy Healing session 11am - 4pm that will:
• Revitalize Your Mind/Body/Spirit Connection
• Elevate Your Well-Being
• Reduce Pain, Anxiety & Stress
• Increase the Joy in your Life

Join us on for an Interactive Meet Up from 2-4pm to Learn, Practice and Explore where we will:

• Learn & Practice The Emotional Freedom Technique or “Tapping”
• Identify and Dissolve Your Self-Limiting Beliefs

CARSON CITY — Carson Tahoe Health, CTH, is proud to announce the completion of a total website redesign. The new website focuses on delivering a better online consumer experience while allowing access to the site on any electronic device; computer, mobile phone, or tablet.

The Child and Adult Care Food Program for 2018, which provides funding for nutritious meals and snacks served to children and adults receiving day care, has been renewed, according to the Nevada Department of Agriculture.

Flavor Your Food, Take Charge of Your Health. Presented by: Kim Mason, Carson Tahoe Health Nutrition Care Manager

Join us as we dive into the ever-expanding world of flavor. Discover how to spice up your menu to make healthy food taste good. Boost your physical and mental well-being from the inside out. Classes are held at the Carson Tahoe Cancer Resource Center and are free and open to the public. Call (775) 445-7500 for more information.

Carson City School District becomes the latest participant in an energy-awareness and savings program called powerED. McKinstry, an energy and facility services expert, will administer the two-year educational-focused program.

Four Nevadans will be honored on Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City for their contributions to the American Indian community.

Carson City firefighters donated nearly 200 brand new coats on Monday to students in need. Carson City School District’s McKinney-Vento Students in Transition helped identify those students who are most in need. Students in Transition are individuals who lack a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence.

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday signed a disaster declaration due to the Preacher Fire seven miles southeast of Gardnerville.

The Carson Tahoe Health Foundation is pleased to announce the date for HopeFest7, a free outdoor concert with headliner, Tyrone Wells. All proceeds from food, drink, and raffle tickets sales directly benefit local cancer patients undergoing lifesaving medical treatments, providing support for basic needs that go beyond the hospital walls.