December 2021
Carson High School NJROTC raises more than $5,000 in support of Angel Tree
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/20/2021 - 10:56am
CARSON CITY — The Carson High School Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program raised more than $5,000 for the local Angel Tree gift program. The number was significantly higher than last year’s total of $3,300. CHS NJROTC has raised money for the charity for the past five years.
Nevada awarded $1.5M in federal funds to invest in juvenile justice services
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/20/2021 - 9:36amCARSON CITY — The Division of Child and Family Services has recently received more than $1.5 million to serve youth at risk of delinquency or those who commit low-level crimes.
Monday morning brings freezing fog advisory for Reno, Carson City, Carson Valley areas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/20/2021 - 8:43am
With visibility less than a quarter mile in some areas around Reno, a freezing fog advisory is in effect for the Reno, Carson City, Carson Valley areas through 10 a.m. Monday morning.
Last minute holiday shopping? Avoid scams with these Better Business Bureau tips
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/20/2021 - 8:20am
With Christmas in a few days, many of us are working on finding last minute gifts for our families and friends. Whether it’s a gift card or the newest toy, no matter what you’re looking for, the pressure of a deadline can leave you vulnerable to scams.
Tahoe planning agency updates mobility fee; new projects encourage trip reduction, protects affordable housing
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/20/2021 - 8:00am
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board on Wednesday, Dec. 15 approved an update to a regional mitigation fee for new projects. The updated mobility mitigation fee will help offset new, in-basin vehicle trips with investments in traffic-reducing projects, the agency said. The update replaces an air quality mitigation fee that has been in place for decades without annual updates for inflation.
Fernley Estates Senior Living team members recognized as shining star caregivers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/20/2021 - 8:00am
During the 2021 Caregiver Recognition Virtual Event, the Nevada Caregivers Coalition recognized four team members from Fernley Estates Senior Living and Memory Care for their hard work and extraordinary commitment to caregiving in both paid and unpaid roles.
Hindu statesman Rajan Zed greets Christians on Christmas
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/19/2021 - 8:05pm
Hindus have sent greetings to Christian communities world over for Christmas. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a release in Reno today, expressed warmest greetings on the Christmas; wishing that it brought joy, happiness, blessings and cheer to all.
Western Nevada College winter session classes begin Monday and Jan. 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/19/2021 - 5:13pm
Deadlines are rapidly approaching for students planning to enroll in winter session classes and registration is well under way for spring semester at Western Nevada College.
Carson City Republican Party Invites you to the Giant Red Wave
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/19/2021 - 4:49pm
Event Date:
January 15, 2022 - 5:30pm Join us to celebrate the 2022 Giant Red Wave on January 15th from 5:30PM to 8:30PM at the Carson City Casino Fandango. We are kicking off the new year with our special guest speaker, Michael McDonald, Nevada Republican Party Chairman, to discuss our great plans for winning in 2022. We are looking forward to having great conversations with other fellow conservatives and Republican candidates for US, State and Local Carson City Races. Follow us on Facebook.com/carsoncityrepublicans for more information about speakers.
Jewelry broker Diamond Vault now open in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/19/2021 - 2:40pm
Mayor Lori Bagwell and Carson City Chamber Chair Rob Joiner and many from the business community were on hand on December 16 to officially open the Diamond Vault in south Carson City and to wish owners Brian Brewer and Ed Hattery much success in their new Carson City store.
