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The Carson City Sheriff's Office and paramedics responded to Carson High School late this morning in response to a student-related issue that was non-emergency in nature, school and law officials said. The issue has been resolved and school officials are working with the new student, who is not in trouble.

Carsonsports.com's Dave Price provides this excellent, comprehensive piece about tonight's Carson High School Senators season football opener against the Fair Oaks Del Campo team. Kickoff is at 7. JV game begins at 5 p.m.

By Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – A plan released today by Democrat governor candidate Rory Reid on how to balance the Nevada state budget without raising taxes received some praise from a free market think tank even though many questions remain, including whether the proposal includes an overly optimistic prediction of future tax revenue growth.

A pilot program designed to go after car owners who have lived in the Silver State for more than a month but have not secured Nevada license plates is coming to Northern Nevada soon, according to this story and video by KOLO TV Channel 8.

Parks 4 Paws, a nonprofit community group to develop designated dogs parks in Carson City, in conjunction with Carson City Parks and Recreation Department and the community pool will sponsor the second annual Pooch Plunge on Saturday, Sept. 18. Last year’s event was very entertaining to watch. It was debatable who had more fun – the dogs or their owners.
The event will held at the Carson Aquatic Facility Outdoor Pool, 841 N Roop St Carson City.

A young boy has been found safe, reportedly at the Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada, authorities report this afternoon. The boy was found at about 4:30 p.m. and is now with family members.
The boy was reported missing at about 3:20 today from Fritsch Elementary. Authorities combed the area looking for the child, going street-by-street and block-by-block, and at area parks. Deputies also made contact with registered sex offenders.
The 5-year-old boy's mother was told by a school official that the child was seen getting into a car.

A young boy has been found safe, reportedly at the Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada, authorities report this afternoon. The boy was found at about 4:30 p.m. and is now with family members.

The boy was reported missing at about 3:20 today from Fritsch Elementary. Authorities combed the area looking for the child, going street-by-street and block-by-block, and at area parks. Deputies also made contact with registered sex offenders.

Local REALTOR, Heidi McFadden, Earns Short Sale Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure

Carson City, NV – 8/25/2010 – Heidi McFadden of Realty Executives Nevada’s Choice in Carson City has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance, with a particular emphasis on short sales. At a time when millions of homeowners are struggling with the possibility of foreclosure, the skills and education amassed by McFadden will help benefit Carson City area residents and communities.

As the three-day Labor Day holiday weekend and the unofficial end of the summer season nears, law enforcement agencies plan to beef up their visibility, including a number of DUI checkpoints that will begin this weekend, the Nevada Highway Patrol announced today.

At least two roadblocks will be staffed by deputies, officers and troopers as part of the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety’s joining forces grant. One roadblock will be in Lyon County on Saturday and the other in Washoe County over the weekend, NHP reported in a press statement.

A mini debate featuring Carson City Supervisor Ward 1 candidates Karen Abowd and Rob Joiner:

Part 1:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scB5tGCRL-c

Part 2: (after the break)

CARSON CITY – A Nevada group that offers training to non-union construction workers has sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Steven Horsford alleging an improper pro-union bias by some members of the State Apprenticeship Council.

Laughlin Associates, Inc. invites you to attend a survival course for entrepreneurs: more money less taxes workshop. At the Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites in Carson City. Reserve you spot today www.deductandsave.com 1-888-386-3811.

Have you wondered how to make social media like Twitter, Facebook and websites work for you? The Carson City Chamber of Commerce will host a Business Resource Workshop that will focus on how to do it on Tuesday, Sept. 21, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Business Resource Innovation Center, 108 East Proctor.
The cost $25 per person and includes materials and continental breakfast. RSVP and prepayment appreciated. Call (775) 882-1565.
Which one of these social media applications are for you?

Carson City Elks Lodge #2177 will host a benefit dinner for Herbert "Randy" Ostrander, who is undergoing serious chemo treatments for lung cancer. Call (775) 882-2177 for the time. Randy has been the lounge manager for many years and was instrumental in getting the game room added which has been his pride. He has had to resign his position as Tiler. He has not given up, nor have the Elks given up on him but he needs help. Any donations may be sent to the: Carson City Elks Lodge #2177, 515 N.

Red's Old 395 will be the designated place for food, networking and fun at the Carson City Chamber of Commerce's monthly mixer. The mixer will be on Wednesday, Sept. 15, beginning at 5 p.m. The event is free for members and $20 for non-members
Red's Old 395 is located at 1055 South Carson Street in Carson City.

Thursday, Sept. 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. is the Carson City Chamber of Commerce Girls Night Out. It's back and they're ready for some serious networking action. This month's night out will be held at Canyon Creek Grill and Bar on the patio. There will be a complimentary appetizer buffet and the Chamber will raffle off a gift card from Canyon Creek.

With fall around the corner, now's the time to pick up some good books for those cool night readings. The Friends of the Carson City Library will hold its Harvest Book Sale beginning Thursday Sept. 9 through Saturday, Sept. 11. at the library, 900 N. Roop Street.

The Clash of the Champions is a quality car show with great music, great giveaways, great trophies and great fun. Fee for cars but not for spectators. Free t-shirt for car participants. Bring the family. The show will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Unique Sounds, 3080 Hwy 50 East. For more information call Bryan at (775) 690-3680.

Take the last public ride for the 2010 Motor Car Ride Season. Ride the motor car built by the Edwards Motor Car Company of Sanford, NC. that ran from 1926 to 1947 as the Tucson, Cornelia & Gila Bend No. 401 motor car. It shuttled people and supplies 43 miles between the Ajo copper mine and Gila Bend, AZ for a total of 783,000 miles in 17 years of service. Now it's your turn to travel in this historic car. Buy your tickets at the Wabuska Station of the Nevada State Railroad Museum.

Join in the fun, fright and local lore in the spine-chilling Ghost Walking Tour of Carson City historic homes on Saturday, Sept. 25. Learn about spirits of the past that still linger. Madame Curry will be your tour guide with many haunting surprises to occur.
 The tour begins at 7 p.m. with departure from the Firkin & Fox, (The old St. Charles Hotel) on 3rd and Curry. Adults $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Call (775) 687-7410 for advance tickets and information. Be Brave.

Early fall in the Carson City wouldn’t be complete without St. Teresa of Avila’s famous Basque Festival. To honor the rich traditions of Northern Nevada’s Basque heritage, this daylong event is held the third Sunday of September, and has grown into a community-wide celebration. Several thousand people attend the Basque Festival each year, enjoying the authenticity of fantastic food, events, and entertainment. Quite simply there isn’t a better way to spend an autumn Sunday!

Join host Jen Scaffidi at Comma Coffee at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 3 for Open Mic Night. Sign-ups start at 7:30 pm and we usually fill up by 7:45 pm. The monthly open mic night showcases a wide variety of talent in a comfortable, inclusive atmosphere; Performers of all persuasions are welcome. To learn more, click here.

A reception for Carson Valley artist Rick Neubauer will be held in the Backseat Gallery of Comma Coffee on Wednesday, Sept. 1 beginning at 5 p.m. Hors d'ouevres, beer, and wine available. The event is free. Music will be by Nathan Alanz.

Feel the rhythm on Saturday, Aug. 28 at Comma Coffee during a community drum circle. The groove begins at 5 p.m. All drummers and dancers, from amateur to professional, are welcome to participate. Professional Nevada-certified fire dancers sometimes perform outside in the courtyard. Periodically, we screen a film before the Drum Circle begins.

Join in on the jam or just listen in on some fine Celtic and Great American Tune Sessions this Friday beginning at 7 p.m. at Comma Coffee, 312 South Carson Street in Carson City. Click here for details.

Mile High Jazz Band with vocalist Sheryl Adams and poet/readers Rita Geil, Lee Warner, Susan Sara Priest, Amy Roby, Ross Cooper, and Becca Ewart present "Blown Away," 8-10 p.m. at Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson St. Admission $5; free for age 18 and under.

Take a ride back into history. Ride the motor car built by the Edwards Motor Car Company of Sanford, NC. that ran from 1926 to 1947 as the Tucson, Cornelia & Gila Bend No. 401 motor car. It shuttled people and supplies 43 miles between the Ajo copper mine and Gila Bend, AZ for a total of 783,000 miles in 17 years of service. Now it's your turn to travel in this historic car. Buy your tickets at the Wabuska Station of the Nevada State Railroad Museum. Cash only, no credit cards, please.

It's auction and barbecue time again, this time around it's become a Carson City tradition. The 17th annual Kids Auction and World's Greatest Barbecue
benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada will be held on Saturday, Sept. 11, from 4-9 p.m.
Join more than 800 members of the community as they partake in excellent food and drinks, bid on silent and live auction items, and end the evening with a performance from local favorite Comstock Cowboys.

Celebrate the labor of our ancestors who ran the Virginia & Truckee Railroad, Sept. 4-6 during the Labor Day Steam Up at the Nevada State Railroad Museum.

Join Carson City merchants on the first Saturday of every month for a stroll around downtown. Purchase a wine glass & map for $10 and enjoy the wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, art galleries, gift shops, casinos and restaurants. Call 883-2211.

Take a ride back into history. Ride the motor car built by the Edwards Motor Car Company of Sanford, NC. that ran from 1926 to 1947 as the Tucson, Cornelia & Gila Bend No. 401 motor car. It shuttled people and supplies 43 miles between the Ajo copper mine and Gila Bend, AZ for a total of 783,000 miles in 17 years of service. Now it's your turn to travel in this historic car.

A free concert by the Coin Show Quartet will be held at the Nevada State Museum, 600 North Carson Street, to celebrate the Carson City Mint Coin Show.
The concert runs from noon to 1 p.m., on Saturday and features Gerry Wright, sax; David Bugli, keyboard; Dennis Steele, drums; George Worth, bass. Info: (775) 883-4154.

Join the Carson City Chamber of Commerce as it welcomes State Farm Insurance Agent Jan Vandermade at a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 5:30 p.m.
Vandermade's office is located at 1940 Highway 50, located in the Plaza 50 Center, Carson City. He can be reached (775) 882-3599 or at his website www.insurewithjan.com.

Join the Carson City Chamber of Commerce as it presents its Trade Mission to Dubai preview presentation at the Chamber Board Room, 1900 S. Carson Street on the second floor.

The Carson City Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Club will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 7:30 a.m. and will be hosted by Friends of the Library Carson City at the Carson City Library. The event will feature the official unveiling of its newly redesigned Web site.

Fridays@Third St. presents the Ska band Fishbear. Click here for more information.

An AMVETS Seminar will be held at the Carson Plaza at 2 p.m. on Sept. 15. The purpose of the seminar is to inform veterans and their spouses about little known benefits they may be eligible for from the Veterans Administration. If you have questions about these events, please call us at (775) 883-1221.
Carson Plaza is located at 2120 East Long Street. A big Thank You to all veterans who have helped us maintain our freedom!

The Carson Plaza will hold a Veterans Appreciation Brunch on Aug. 30 beginning at 11 a.m. All veterans invited. There is no charge. Carson Plaza is located at 2120 East Long Street. Please call RSVP by calling (775) 883-1221 for more information.

By Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – Nevada budget guru Guy Hobbs said Wednesday expanding the sales tax to encompass services is “not a bad place to start� in the effort to broaden the state’s tax base.
“Sixty percent of our economy is services, not a bad place to start,� he said. “A lot of those services are discretionary services, certainly not a bad place to start.�

Be sure to catch a news segment on KTVN Channel 2 Reno tonight that will focus on the Carson City School District's online learning program called Carson Online. The news segment will run sometime within the 5 p.m. newscast and if you missed it, it will air again during the 6:30 p.m. broadcast.

Click here for live video coverage of the Carson City Planning Commission meeting, which begins at 5 p.m.

VMI is seeking a CNC mill setup and operator for
swing shift. Hours are from 3:15 pm to 11:45 pm. Individual should have 3-5 years minimum experience on setup and production. You should be able to do offsets, touch off tools and do some light editing. You should be able to read blue prints and know GD and

By Nevada News Bureau staff
CARSON CITY – Rep. Dean Heller, R-Nev., said today he believes the race between U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and GOP challenger Sharron Angle will come down to 5,000 votes.

Find out about becoming a guardian ad litem for a child who has been removed from the home by child welfare due to abuse or neglect.

CASA of Carson City will be holding an information hour Aug. 26th at the Carson City Juvenile Court, corner of Saliman and 5th Streets--1545 E. 5th St.-- 5pm-6pm.

Being a child advocate takes time, caring, patience, research, writing and good communication skills. Being a child advocate is rewardin...g and makes a difference for the most vulnerable children.

We do an interview and a background check.

Carson City Transportation Manager Patrick Pittenger talks about current and future road projects around the city.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdO379sFOZ0

A natural gas line that ruptured in the area of Corbett and Roop streets has been clamped and fire officials say the area is now safe.

Carson City emergency crews and Southwest Gas responded to the ruptured natural gas line this morning at around 8:35 in the area of Roop and Corbett streets.

Two nearby day care centers were notified of the leak and told to be prepared to evacuate.

It's a bit of a challenge to follow the story out today about what's happening with the Carson City Center/Nugget Project.

It starts out saying that Nugget President Steve Neighbors is "encouraged" by the response from the governor's office, after meeting with them to discuss their concerns about the state's role in the project. Those concerns were expressed in a letter from the governor's Deputy Chief of Staff Lynn Hettrick last month.

But later on in today's story, Hettrick said the same issues about providing sufficient space for the Department of Health and Human Services and parking remain. I detailed how this affects the project here, and ran the numbers to show how the state office component of the plan doesn't pencil out.

With public transit ridership in the Capital City continuing to climb because of the recession, money for Carson City's Jump Around Carson bus program has been promised as part of a $2.1 million transportation improvements plan secured by Sen. Harry Reid.

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