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January 2024

Alzheimer’s disease the topic at Carson City Democratic luncheon

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January 8, 2024 - 1:00pm

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Sandy Severance, Community Engagement Manager for the Alzheimer's Association of Northern Nevada. She will provide an overview of Alzheimer’s disease, dementia more generally, and Alzheimer’s Association services available locally. Topics include the impact of Alzheimer’s, myths and facts, risk factors, the 10 warning signs, and how others can join the fight against the disease.

NAA Art Gallery in Carson City features John Kallestad, International Photography winner through Feb. 9

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Repeats every week until Fri Feb 09 2024 .
January 5, 2024 (All day)
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January 12, 2024 (All day)
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January 19, 2024 (All day)
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January 26, 2024 (All day)
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February 2, 2024 (All day)
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February 9, 2024 (All day)

John P. Kallestad began shooting with his first camera, a Nikon F over 50 years ago.

In the early 1900’s he attended his first photo workshop in Bodie, California. From there, he continued to expand his knowledge and expertise in the use of the film camera, producing in excess of 15,000 slides over the next ten years from a base at Lake Tahoe.

Carson City's Catmandu introduces their Cat of the Week: Rodey

Meet Rodey. This is a special boy that needs a special home. He had a tough year in 2023, but is hopeful that 2024 will bring him the forever home and family that he wants so badly.

Semi vs Subaru crash reported in front of Kohls, injuries reported

Just before 5 p.m. on Friday, a crash with injury was reported in front of the Kohl’s.

According to dispatch, a semi “ran over” the front of a Subaru, and the driver of the Subaru complained of injuries.

Will we finally see snow on the valley floor this weekend in Carson City? Plus; road conditions to be dicey Saturday night

After last year’s historically snowy winter season, who knew we’d be wondering where Jack Frost has gone this year?

Despite a couple false starts that brought snow only to the higher elevations, we may finally see some — but not much — snow on the valley floor tomorrow.

Heather "Lil' Mama" Hardy Comes to Minden

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February 9, 2024 - 7:00pm

The Carson Valley Arts Council’s 2023-2024 Concert Series is resuming with an
evening with Heather “Lil’ Mama” Hardy. Heather will perform at the CVIC Hall,
1602 Esmeralda in Minden, at 7 p.m. Friday, February 9, 2024.

Heather “Lil' Mama” Hardy will light up the stage with incendiary music from
blues and jazz to rock and bluegrass. Heather’s musical journey goes from
New York City to Tucson, Arizona where she and her duo are regular features
with the Tucson Jazz Festival and regional events.

Tickets are $22 members, $24 general audience, and kids under 18 are free

WNC recognizes nearly 500 students on Fall Semester Dean's List

Nearly 500 Western Nevada College students have earned exemplary academic honors by being named to the Fall 2023 Dean’s List.

The 487 students making the grade for inclusion on the Dean’s List exceeds the 461 students on the Fall 2022 Dean’s
List and the 419 students on the Fall 2021 Dean’s List.

Washoe County School District Hiring Event

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January 18, 2024 (All day)

Washoe County School District will be holding interviews for Special Education Paraeducators and Teacher Assistants on Thursday, January 18, 2024 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the EmployNV Business Hub, 4001 S. Virginia St. Suite 11, Reno, NV. Full-time and part-time positions with pay ranging from $15.00 to $20.98 hourly depending on position and experience. All positions require a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and four employment references.

Review all additional details and requirements at tinyurl.com/ycpxdorf and walk-ins are welcome!

Carson City accepting applications for Justice of the Peace, Municipal Court Judge, Dept. 2

The Carson City Board of Supervisors is accepting applications for the position of Justice of the Peace / Municipal Court Judge for Department 2. This application process is to fill the vacancy created by the appointment of Judge Kristin Luis to the First Judicial District Court, Department 2.

Senior Spotlight: Carson High’s Malia (Mia) Alvarado

Carson High School’s Senior in the Spotlight this week is Malia (Mia) Alvarado. Mia is an amazing student and has attended CHS for all four years, earning an Academic letter. She has taken Honors level classes and is actively involved in the Early Childhood Education Program.