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Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell delivers his last ‘State of the City’ address
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 1:16pmDuring the annual “State of the City” address Friday at Gold Dust West, Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell gave his last speech of its kind, as he is retiring at the end of this year.
The State of the City address is a way community members can be kept up to date on everything going on in our capital city, including achievements, challenges, and everything in between.
Updates included achievements such as the completion of the water pipeline from Douglas County to Carson City, the Complete Streets Project, Tesla’s grant for the Carson City School District, the first new park opening in 12 years, the opening of the Disc Golf course, and more.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 22
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 6:27pmHitting the halfway mark of the shortened work week, Wednesday events around town include Northern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge monthly meeting, "State of the Counties" at Casino Fandango, a Capital City Arts Initiative reception for the "Photo Finished 2020" exhibition featuring the works of 9 Carson High School students, a Bee City USA Carson City meeting at the community center, a women's Seeking Safety workshop, and more.
NNDA announces Joint Business Support Program with Adams Hub of Northern Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 5:21pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority announced Tuesday its joint business support program with the Adams Hub of Northern Nevada. In partnership with the Carson City Library, the organizations will leverage their combined capabilities and resources to support the business growth and expansion needs of existing companies in Carson City and the region.
Carson City Library’s Diane Baker awarded Employee of the Quarter
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 10:17amNominated by nine staff members, the Carson City Library Department Business Manager, Diane Baker, received the Employee of the Quarter award for the fourth quarter of 2019.
5 Questions for Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ronni Hannaman
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 12:17pmOn this week's installment of Carson Now's Five Questions series, we speak with Ronni Hannaman, Executive Director of the Carson City Chamber of Commerce about her position with the chamber, advice for business owners, and more.
Carson City Republican Committee Meeting: 'Communication is the Key' presentation by Bob Potts, from Governors Office of Economic Development
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 12:14pmLet's get on the Trump Train and join us on Thursday, Jan. 23 for the General Monthly Meeting. Hear from Bob Potts, Deputy Director of the Governors Office of Economic Development. Free for the public to attend. 6:30 p.m. registration and networking, 7 p.m. start time at the Carson City Fandango.
Carson Tahoe Health's Mallory Behavioral Health Crisis Center honored by Human Services Network
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 9:58amCarson Tahoe Health is pleased to announce Mallory Behavioral Health Crisis Center was recognized Thursday, Jan. 9 for its diligent efforts in advocacy, community connections, and support for those experiencing a mental health and, or substance use crisis. The 31st annual Human Services Awards named Mallory Behavioral Health Crisis Center Agency of the Year.
The Business Edge - Economic Impact of Professional Soccer in Northern Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/10/2020 - 10:14amProfessional teams provide a needed source of entertainment and community pride, but what is the economic impact of a professional team? How far does the impact extend down into the Sierra Region? How do the professional team(s) contribute to and support the community?
Score the answers at this The Business Edge featuring Doug Raftery, General Manager of Reno 1868 FC on Feb. 26 at 11:30 a.m.
The Business Edge - State of the Counties
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/10/2020 - 10:11amCarson City, Churchill, Douglas, Lyon, Mineral and Storey counties' managers will present on county successes, challenges, and plans for the future at the Jan. 22 lecture of The Business Edge.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 5
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 7:07pmThe days keep moving along, ever closer to the weekend and huge helpings of Christmas holiday activities. Thursday events around the capital city include a meeting of the Board of Supervisors, an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered, a meeting with the developer of the proposed Andersen Ranch, a presentation: "Feathers and Furs of the Carson Valley" at the River Fork Ranch, an "End to Prohibition Party" at Gather restaurant, and more.
WNC creates internship program to launch Nevada Green Business Program
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 12:30pmCARSON CITY — Western Nevada College, part of the Nevada System of Higher Education, announced that it has hired Erica Gallegos to manage the GreenBizTracker database and to supervise WNC interns who will be hired for the Nevada Green Business Program.
Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss Butti Way affordable housing proposal Dec. 5
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 10:30amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Dec. 5 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
On the docket for discussion is the sale of property to Carson Tahoe Regional Health Care, development of affordable/workforce housing near Butti Way, purchasing a new radio dispatch console system and public safety audio equipment and more.
Nevada's JOIN Inc. wins $175K Google training program grant, additional $125K up for grabs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/19/2019 - 3:15pmCARSON CITY — JOIN Inc. was one of five Nevada organizations chosen to receive a $175,000 investment from Google.org for its innovative proposal to create economic opportunity in the community. JOIN Inc. will launch Career Bound NV Success Skills, a training program designed to ensure Northern Nevadans have access to basic technology and employability skills training needed for successful employment.
Carson City director named to National Association of Development Organizations board
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 5:16pmSheryl Gonzales, Executive Director of Western Nevada Development District in Carson City, was recently elected to the National Association of Development Organizations Board of Directors. NADO was founded in 1967 to provide training, information, and representation for regional development organizations throughout the United States.
Nevada joins 16 states promoting outdoor recreation, environmental stewardship
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 11:23amIt’s official. On Thursday, Nevada joined the “Confluence of States,” a coalition of 16 bipartisan states centered on a set of shared principles, common values, and best practices surrounding outdoor recreation and conservation.
Partnership secures $75K grant for career-bound Carson City, Storey and Churchill students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 4:19pmA Nevada Department of Education grant of $75,000 has been secured to develop a new division — Career Bound NV — that focuses on workforce development by providing work-based learning experiences to K-12 students in Carson City, Storey and Churchill counties.
Nevada retailers projected to hire more than 7,000 workers for holiday season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/21/2019 - 8:33amRetailers in Nevada and nationwide have ramped up hiring campaigns in preparation for the 2019 holiday shopping season. In the Silver State, the Retail Association of Nevada estimates retailers will boost hiring by 7,100 new positions during the October-to-December holiday shopping period.
NNDA's The Business Edge meeting Wednesday to focus on energy efficiency, sustainability initiatives in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/23/2019 - 12:26pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority will heat things up with a presentation by Southwest Gas at The Business Edge meeting in Carson City this Wednesday, Sept. 25. Southwest Gas will present business energy-cost saving tips, natural gas as an energy source, and their renewable energy initiatives in Nevada.
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.
Inaugural Women’s Leadership and Legacy Retreat at Tahoe featured Sept. 19-20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/10/2019 - 2:30pmThe first Women’s Leadership & Legacy Retreat in Tahoe will be featured Thursday and Friday, Sept. 19-20 at Tahoe Beach Retreat.
Senator Square: Carson High School seniors rise with the sun
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/01/2019 - 6:36amWatching them gather, wearing pajamas, wrapped in blankets, and celebrating the beginning of their senior year, the Class of 2019-2020 gathered together at 6:00 a.m. Aug. 30 on the bleachers of the Carson High School football field to watch the sun rise; it is the beginning of their last year at CHS, and, for some of them, their last year as students who were raised within the Carson City School District, students who went from kindergarten at Mark Twain Elementary to Carson Middle School and have spent the last three years at CHS.
Board of Supervisors meeting to discuss purchasing $90,000 worth of wireless microphones
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/30/2019 - 3:43pmThe upcoming Board of Supervisor’s meeting will be held Sept. 5, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, and they’ll be discussing potential purchases and contracts, appointments to the Historic Resources Commission, requests from the Carson City Airport Authority and Public Works, community planning, and more.
NNDA's Business Edge meeting Wednesday to feature NV Energy CEO
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/27/2019 - 12:12pmThe Northern Nevada Development Authority will host its Business Edge breakfast series Wednesday in Douglas County. The topic is "Powering Business in Nevada" and features NV Energy CEO Doug Cannon.
Northern Nevada Development Authority announces 2019 Pioneer Award winners
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 4:22pmCARSON CITY — Northern Nevada Development Authority announced the winners Thursday of its annual Pioneer Awards. Winners will be honored and celebrated during the 5th Annual NNDA Pioneer Awards and Gala being held on Nov. 7, 2019.
Nevada employment department makes key appointments for Carson City, Vegas divisions
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 3:23pmThe Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation on Thursday announced the appointment of two administrative positions for divisions in Carson City and Las Vegas.
Ms. Kimberly Gaa has been appointed as administrator for the agency’s Employment Security Division in Carson City and Dr. Marilyn Delmont has been appointed as administrator of the Information Development and Processing Division in Las Vegas.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, July 24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/23/2019 - 5:28pmThe countdown to the weekend begins as we head into midweek, Wednesday, July 24, 2019 with daytime highs in the low 90s and plenty of indoor and outdoor activities. Topping the list is the Northern Nevada Development Authority's Legislative Roundup at Casino Fandango. If you want to know how this year's legislative session will affect business, be there. For those who look to the stars for the big picture, there's a multi-media hands on science day presentation at the Nevada State Museum as part of the Apollo 11 moon landing celebration; then there's Wheeled Food Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center and lots more. Enjoy the day.
NNDA Names FISH Executive Director Jim Peckham 2019 Pioneer of the Year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/23/2019 - 9:14amCARSON CITY — Northern Nevada Development Authority announced Tuesday that Jim Peckham, Executive Director of Friends in Service Helping since 2009, has been named as the 2019 Pioneer of the Year. NNDA’s Pioneer of the Year award honors an individual who both personally and professionally supports and has had a significant impact on the economic development and growth of the region.
Carson City based RICE Hydro, Inc. promotes STEM education by giving back
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/16/2019 - 10:20amCarson City based RICE Hydro, Inc. continues its long tradition of supporting STEM education throughout North America. Recently, the company donated one of their MTP-15 Manual Hand Operated Hydrostatic test pumps to Concordia University in Montreal, Canada.
Northern Nevada Development Authority: Mineral County Joins Nevada’s Sierra Region
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/12/2019 - 12:12pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority on Friday announced its economic development service area has been expanded to include Mineral County. The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development \has designated NNDA as the regional development authority (RDA) for the county, effective July 1, 2019. Mineral County joins Nevada’s Sierra Region that also includes Carson City, Douglas County, Lyon County and Storey County.
The Business Edge: Legislative Update
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/12/2019 - 10:01amThe Nevada Legislature meets every other year to refine, update, remove, and add new regulations that have a profound impact on businesses. Learn about what happened in the 2019 legislative session that will directly impact your business, your community, and get an overview of what legislative topics you need to know about for the future.