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Winners of Nevada Artists Association's Summer Show announced

The Nevada Artists Association is pleased to announce the Summer Show featuring 131 entries by 50 local artists in 11 different categories. The winners in each category have been named. Join us Sunday, August 4 from 2-4pm for the Artists' Reception and Awards Presentation.

All entries from this show are available for purchase through September 6 from the Nevada Artists Association Gallery, 449 W. King Street, Carson City. Open Tuesday through Sunday 12-4pm. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Summer Show – July 28, 2024
Best of Show – “Autumn Leaves”, other category (encaustic) by Judith Hafdahl

Photography
1st – “A Lot of Bull” by Dick Carr
2nd – “In a Mirror Dimly” by Dick Carr
3rd – “It’s Easy Being Green” by Heather Nicole
HM – “Capitol Reef Sunset” by Beth Breton
HM – “Wood Duck” by Shellie McMasters
HM – “Matanzas” by Mike Masters
HM – “Tumbleweed Blooms After the Frost” by Edith Isidoro-Mills
HM – “Dressed for a Meeting” by Don Swezey
HM – “Inspiration” by John Warden

Pastels
1st - “Refreshing” by Linda Townsend
2nd - “Running Wild” by Michelle Bowler
3rd – “Blue Truck” by Linda Townsend
HM – “Brandy” by Mariann Humphrey

Acrylics
1st – “His Pride and Joy” by Renae Rodriguez
2nd – “Boats, Babe, Baby Boy & Bird” by Karen Kreyeski
3rd – “The Fishing Lesson” by Renae Rodriguez
HM – “You Want My What?” by Suzie Slaybaugh
HM – “Got any Treats?” by Ken Clarke
HM – “Summer 1977” by Renae Rodriguez

Dry Media
1st – “Elegance” by Nettie Rickerson
2nd – “I See You” by Brenda Cunha
3rd – “Air Force” by Michelle Bowler
HM – “Three in One” by Cindy Angiel
HM – “Lobo” by Lorraine Foster

3D Art
1st – “Blue Teapot” by Ann Allen

Watercolor
1st – “Carson Brewery” by Laura Lawrence
2nd – “Twilight Range” by Irene Taylor
3rd – “Jack on the Run” by Rob Jennings-Teats
HM – “All Dressed Up and Nowhere to Go” by Brenda Cunha
HM – “Carson River” by Laura Lawrence
HM – “Joshua Tree Morning” by Chuck Damon
HM – “Lost but Not Forgotten” by Rhema Cruson

Textile and Fiber Arts
1st – “Irises” by Liza Obukhovskaya
2nd – “Cobweb Scarf” by Liza Obukhovskaya
3rd - “Peonies” by Liza Obukhovskaya

Oil
1st – “Wave Dancers” by Lori Mogab
2nd – “Mountain Creek” by Reta Hanks
3rd – “The Tribe” by Lori Mogab
HM – “Stink-E and Burnedett” by Mike Bond
HM – “One Among Many” by Kat Bacon

Mixed Media
1st- “Branching Out” by Helen Yoder
2nd- “Exotic Coral” by Pam Brekas
3rd – “Lilac Swirl” by Cindy Angiel
HM – “Texture Exercise 5” by Todd Erickson

Wet Media
1st – “Music all Around” by Reta Hanks
2nd – “Blue Irises” by Marisa Saenz
3rd – “Little Purple Pansies” by Carol Taylor
HM – “Silver Streak” by Marisa Saenz
HM – “Moon Glow” by Rita Miller
HM – “Convergence” by Pam Brekas

Other
1st – “Scattered to the Winds” by Judith Hafdahl
2nd – “Integration” by Kriss Bachofner
3rd – “Peacocks in Bloom” by Kriss Bachofner

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UPDATE 11PM: The Davis fire that began Saturday afternoon is approximately 1,800 acres, with 12 structures damaged or destroyed, KOLO reports.
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UPDATE 10:25PM: Old Highway 395 to Eastlake is open to assist with south bound traffic. I-580 to Mt. Rose Highway remains closed, according to Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue.
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UPDATE 10:07PM: Washoe County has declared a state of emergency in order to draw on regional resources, according to Washoe Regional Emergency Information Center on Saturday evening. It also says the fire has destroyed at least 12 structures.

One of the structures lost to the fire was a park residence. The family was evacuated safely but the home and possessions are lost, and some pets are unaccounted for, according to the center in a news release.

The Office of the Governor, the Nevada Division of Emergency Management, Homeland Security, the Nevada Department of Transportation, Nevada Division of Forestry and the Nevada State Police are coordinating with local partners as they respond to the Davis Fire in northern Nevada.

UPDATE: Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong provided the photos above on the extent of damage caused by the ongoing Davis Fire which, as of 10:30 p.m., Saturday was already 1,800 acres and continues to grow. At least a dozen structures have been destroyed. That number may grow.

While Geiger Grade is currently open to traffic as of 7:40 p.m., Twitter users have reported that several large herds of wild horses have been spotted running in and around the Geiger Grade roadway as they escape from the Davis Fire.

While there were some rumors of the Chocolate Nugget Candy Factory burning down, as of 7 p.m., it is still standing, but the fire came extremely close.

Not only was the building saved, but the quick actions of the crews on scene also saved the famous Chocolate Nugget Miner statute from being burned as well.

There are a number of road closures and evacuations currently underway due to the Davis Creek fire Saturday north of Carson City and south of Reno. Those evacuated should be prepared to stay elsewhere for 24-48 hours.

UPDATE 9:12PM: The Davis Fire is spreading rapidly and has grown to approximately 1,800 acres, according to NV Energy, which began de-energizing efforts at approximately 3 p.m., However, the evolving fire conditions have caused additional areas surrounding the fire to be de-energized for safety. There are 18,698 customers in the Davis Fire area without power due to the emergency de-energization and an additional 179 gas customers have also been affected.

Carson Tahoe Health is thrilled to announce its annual raffle giveaway, presented in partnership with Dick Campagni’s Carson City Toyota. This exciting event will culminate next week, celebrating Carson Tahoe Health’s 75th Anniversary.

The Carson City School District’s Board of Trustees is pleased to sponsor the 23nd Annual American Citizen Essay Contest. Completed essays are due to the Carson City School District at 1402 West King Street no later than 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024.

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Join us for "September Jazz at Gina's," an evening of big-band music by the Mile High Jazz Band with singer Jakki Ford, on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Gina's Good Life Music & Lounge, 507 N. Carson Street the Carson Nugget. Admission is free; suggested donation is $10 per person for the band.

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