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Stewart Indian School Cultural Center Museum in Carson City to reopen Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 5:30pmCARSON CITY — The Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum announced Thursday it is reopening to the public on Tuesday, Jan. 19, the day after the nation celebrates Martin Luther King Day.
Carson City-based In Plain Sight Marketing's Elizabeth Pearson earns Certificate in Principles of Public Relations
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 3:09pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — In Plain Sight Marketing LLC public relations and account specialist, Elizabeth Pearson has earned the Certificate in Principles of Public Relations by the Public Relations Society of America.
The entry-level certificate administered by the Universal Accreditation Board is awarded to recent graduates of the Public Relations Student Society of America to demonstrate their proficiency in the public relations field.
It's official: NHL hockey coming to Lake Tahoe in February
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 9:50amIt has been a plan in the works for months and Monday the National Hockey League made it official — they are bringing NHL Outdoors at Lake Tahoe to Edgewood Tahoe Feb. 20-21, 2021.
Carson City Chamber reflects on lessons learned in 2020
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 9:56amFinally! That’s the word now heard on almost every newscast as we wrap up this tumultuous year. It’s the thought that precedes every thought when speaking of 2020.
Wreaths Across America celebrated Saturday at Carson City's Lone Mountain Cemetery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/20/2020 - 5:09pmNational Wreaths Across America Day, celebrated at Lone Mountain Cemetery in Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 19, honored veterans by placing wreaths on headstones and markers at over 1,200 locations throughout the U.S. and abroad to those who served our country.
Donations for Carson City Do Drop In non-profit that serves the underserved brings food, clothing and holiday cheer
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 12/20/2020 - 12:42pmThin Veil Investigators, an investigative team which is based in Carson City, hosted two fundraisers for the “Do Drop In” this month. DeeDee Foremaster is the owner of this non-profit organization, first established November 17, 1998.
Garrett Lepire Named Branch Manager of Carson City, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/17/2020 - 5:43pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — Real estate leader Garrett Lepire has been appointed the Carson City office Branch Manager for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties.
Youth Theatre Carson City goes virtual with Macy’s 'Yes Virginia: The Movie Musical'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/17/2020 - 11:46amYouth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of Macy’s "Yes Virginia: The Movie Musical," which will be available to view On-Demand from Dec. 18-31.
Carson Tahoe Health begins COVID-19 vaccination process of staff
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/16/2020 - 3:46pmNevada continues to reel from the effects of the most recent surge of Coronavirus. And although COVID-19 positivity test results and hospitalizations have fluctuated this past month, they continue to be high across the state.
Carson City's The Greenhouse Project hosts ribbon cutting of new outdoor classroom at Carson High School
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/11/2020 - 3:22pmOn Friday, the Greenhouse Project held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new outdoor classroom which will be used to host both students from Carson High School as well as community classes on gardening and agriculture.
Carson City church adjusts for pandemic to bring 'Living Nativity' drive-through this weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/07/2020 - 12:05pmIt was a year of uncertainty. A year when we felt a need for something more. A need for peace. It was a year that felt similar to 2020. It was 2001.
The year that we watched the airplanes crash into the Twin Towers. The year we felt hopeless and confused and a desire to connect with people and with God. Seeing that need, the Carson City First United Methodist Church began what has become one of the most cherished Christmas traditions in Carson City.
Carson City's 5th graders to shine tonight at virtual Silver & Snowflakes Festival
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/03/2020 - 8:32pmTonight was supposed to be the time to bundle up, put handwarmers in your gloves and gather family and friends to venture downtown to enjoy one of Carson City’s most beloved traditions and the official kick-off to the holiday season.
Local 169 donates $12,500 in grocery gift cards to northern Nevada nonprofits to help families and veterans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/25/2020 - 8:50amLaborers Union Local 169 donated $12,500 in grocery store gift cards to seven local nonprofits in northern Nevada to support the local community in this time of need.
CASA of Carson City receives corporate donation from Casey Neilon accounting firm
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/24/2020 - 3:28pmCASA of Carson City received an early holiday gift from Casey Neilon, an accounting firm with offices in Reno and Carson City, in the form of a sizeable donation.
CASA, or Court Appointed Special Advocates, provides quality court-appointed advocacy for abused and neglected children in child welfare cases, through a network of community volunteers who work with children to ensure their voices are heard during court proceedings.
Carson City School District, Superintendent wish students and families a Happy Thanksgiving
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/20/2020 - 10:35amDear Friends:
I'm not sure what got me thinking about cranberries. After all, cranberries are not a food item you purchase and use regularly.
Senator Square: Carson High students compete in organ, tissue donor art competition
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/15/2020 - 7:54amBe a part of bringing hope by voting on contestant art pieces to decide the “Social Media Fave” in the Donor Network West annual art contest. Four Carson High students, Anthony Larry, Connor Lampert, Danielle Van Dusen, and Sarai Jauregui Rivas made the first cut, though all of CHS Graphic Design Instructor Patricia Ababio’s students submitted entries.
Upcoming Carson City Rotary Club Meeting focuses on the Rotary Youth Exchange Program
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 9:48amTravel to Brazil at the next Rotary Club of Carson City’s weekly meeting.
Sy'Johnniqa Moore, a Rotary Youth Exchange student, recently returned from the South American country and will talk about her student exchange experience.
Pioneer High School Senior Highlight
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 9:03amTurning obstacles into triumphs. That’s what Dalton Yannikos, this month’s Pioneer High School Senior spotlight, has focused on over the past couple of years.
Nevada Association of School Boards presents awards to Lyon County School District leaders
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 5:24pmLyon County School District has come away with four of the Nevada Association of School Boards 2020 Awards. Josh Wiley, rock-star teacher at Silver Stage Middle School, is recognized as the Innovative Educator of the Year.
Northern Nevada gardening with JoAnne Skelly: What to do with leaves
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/08/2020 - 9:45amNext time I write about loving all my wonderful cottonwood trees, would someone please remind me why they call it fall?! For weeks, my husband and I have been raking, blowing, mowing, sweeping and moving leaves every day for hours and we are still not done.
Senator Square: Carson High school counselor’s anxiety toolbox for everyone
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/08/2020 - 7:50amEditor’s Note: Guest writer Michele Quintero is a Carson High School counselor.
In the age of Covid, many are dealing with anxiety and panic. What is the difference? According to the Mayo Clinic, a panic attack occurs when a person feels intense fear that triggers the “fight or flight” response.
Column: My Favorite Nevada Moments
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/31/2020 - 8:56amThe Nevada Day Committee got it wrong this year. By selecting "My Favorite Nevada Moment" as the theme for 2020, the committee has left people like me out.
I can't whittle my experiences in Nevada down to just one favorite.
Obituary for Phyllis Ann (Annie) Trautwein
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/30/2020 - 10:04amObituary for Phyllis Ann (Annie) Trautwein
Annie was born January 4,1940 in Cleveland, Oklahoma to Jay and Mamie Hart. She attended public schools in Seminole, Cushing, and Stroud, Oklahoma. Annie moved to Sterling, Colorado in 1959 where she met and married Kenneth Trautwein the same year.
Celebration of Life for Carson City mayor Robert 'Bob' Crowell to be live-streamed due to COVID concerns
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/28/2020 - 7:57amUPDATE: On Wednesday, by executive order, Governor Steve Sisolak ordered the flags of the United States and the State of Nevada to be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol and State public buildings and grounds from sunrise until sunset on Thursday, October 29, 2020 as a mark of solemn respect and in remembrance of Carson City Mayor and native Nevadan Robert “Bob” Crowell, whose memorial is being held Thursday.
Golf tournament, fundraisers, railbike tours and more highlight weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/22/2020 - 7:08pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The Nevada Day Golf Tournament in remembrance of Mayor Bob Crowell will be held at Silver Oak Ranch Golf Course on Saturday. Dozens of fundraisers, including the Benson’s Feed 4 Paws 4-H group, will be scattered throughout the Carson City and Gardnerville areas. Combined with live music and several dinner specials, the state capital will be buzzing with excitement! Read on for more information.
Clear skies welcome the return of fall colors around the region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 9:02amBlue skies have returned to the Carson City and Lake Tahoe region making for wonderful backgrounds of the fall colors happening now throughout the Sierra.
Maddie’s Adoption Days finds 280 pets ‘furever’ homes from Carson City, Reno shelters
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 09/30/2020 - 2:16pmThe Nevada Humane Society reported that during its 3-day adoption event, they adopted out a total of 280 pets between their Carson City and Reno locations.
An Update to the Carson City Community from Friends of the Carson City Library
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/26/2020 - 11:05amThe Friends of the Carson City Library and its Browsers Corner Book Store have been hit hard by the COVID-19 shutdown.
While we have appreciated the support of our loyal fans, our business — like many others in our community — has been challenged with the fallout of the pandemic.
Keeping Green Waste Clean With Full Circle Compost
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/25/2020 - 2:03pmWith help from the community of Carson City, Full Circle Compost received all sorts of green waste from residents in the first year of Waste Management’s green-waste recycling program.
Nevada News Group political columnist to speak at Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/25/2020 - 9:20amNevada News Group columnist Jeanette Strong, whose award winning political commentaries appear bi-weekly in the Lahontan Valley News and online on the Nevada Appeal website, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Carson City Democratic tele-luncheon. Her remarks will be teleconferenced from her home in Fallon.