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Carson City 2024 Historic Resources Commission scavenger hunt begins Wednesday

Jeff Munson — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 22:29:53 +0000

Event Date:

Repeats every week until Fri May 31 2024 .

May 1, 2024 (All day)

May 8, 2024 (All day)

May 15, 2024 (All day)

May 22, 2024 (All day)

May 29, 2024 (All day)

Heather Ferris, Planning Manager

In recognition of Historic Preservation and Archeological Awareness Month, the City’s Historic Resources Commission has organized the 2024 Scavenger Hunt.

This year’s hunt focuses on the early years of Carson City, beginning in the 1860s and continuing through 1900, and will ask participants to match the architectural term with the correct house.

A copy of the 2024 Scavenger Hunt can be obtained starting Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 108 East Proctor Street or at carson.org/scavengerhunt. The website link will be live online beginning Wednesday.

Completed answers are due by 3 p.m. May 31, 2024. Answers may be submitted in person at 108 East Proctor Street, online, or emailed to planning@carson.org. For the 6th year in a row, Jim Phalan of Fox Brewpub is donating a gift card to the person whose hunt is randomly drawn from correct entries.

Also, at the Board of Supervisor’s May 2 meeting, the 2024 Historic Preservation Award will be presented, recognizing Sarah Martin for her outstanding contributions to Carson City’s Historic Preservation, including the preservation of the Rinkel Mansion located at 102 N. Curry Street; and posthumously recognizing Stan Jones for his continuous support of the Historic District and the work of the Carson City Historic Resources Commission.

For additional information regarding the 2024 Scavenger Hunt, contact the Planning Division or visit carson.org.

Carson Country bowlers inducted to local Hall of Fame

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 20:12:47 +0000

By Robin Sweet

Six local bowlers were inducted in the third class of the Carson Country Bowling Association Hall of Fame at their annual meeting on Saturday, April 27, at HomeGrown Bowl. Carson Country is the local association of the U.S. Bowling Congress.

The bowlers were recognized for their bowling skills or their ongoing commitment of service to the association.
Charles ‘Sonny’ Sweet was honored for superior performance including 11-in-a-row, two 300 games, and one 800 series.

Ed Bischoff was honored for love of bowling through his service to the association and leagues as well as his hard work on the lanes.

Angie Rambeau was honored as Female Bowler of the Year after winning first place with her team at the Women’s City Tournament and first place in virtual singles, was the highest placing woman in the City Open All Events category among other strong tournament finishes.

Edward Rea was honored as Male Bowler of the Year after winning first place with his team at the Men’s Invitational Tournament, a member of the team that took second place at the City Open and first place All Events as well as other strong tournament finishes.

Khia Dunbar was honored as the female Star of Tomorrow, a youth award that comes with a $500 scholarship. She bowls on the youth and King/Queen of the Hill leagues, her average started at 148 and is currently 182, with a high game of 270 and high series of 713. Khia is a sophomore in high school taking AP classes.

Mason Frederickson was honored as the male Star of Tomorrow, also receiving a $500 scholarship.

Mason has a 3.0 GPA and excels in Geography, history and culture. He enjoys traveling as well as his bowling in youth leagues and tournaments.

More details are available at ccusbcnv.com.

Why are sheep left to roam on Carson City's hillsides during spring? Find out at 'Sheep Talk' Monday

Jeff Munson — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 18:30:17 +0000

Event Date:

April 29, 2024 - 12:00pm

Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space will hold a "Sheep Talk" this Monday, April 29 from noon to 1 p.m. so residents can learn from Carson City staff about the popular fuel reduction program used annually with the use of "firefighting" sheep.

The meeting is at the C-Hill parking lot off McKay Drive. There will be a talk about sheep and their industrious yet natural way of hazardous fire fuel, such as cheat grass as noted by a reader, removal, a tradition that's been done on the west side of Carson City for years.

The fire fuels removal project is also in coordination with the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nevada Division of State Lands, the Washoe Tribe and Carson Community Council, and private property owners.

Guests can park their vehicles on McKay Drive and not in the dirt lot, in order to leave enough room for the fire department to come by and provide water for the sheep!

And please leave your dogs at home for this event, as the sheep and their guard dogs will be very close by, and we want to ensure the safety of all our wooly and furry friends.

Hikers concerned about condition, repairs needed on C-Hill in Carson City

Jeff Munson — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 16:25:40 +0000

Two Carson City residents who hiked C-Hill recently returned Sunday morning with a message: The flag that graces the hillside is in need of repair.

Terry and Tara Kilfian sent Carson Now these photos (scroll through and click on photos to enlarge) and this message to residents.

Attention Carson City residents:

Does anyone know who I can contact about our flag on top of C Hill it is in dire need of maintenance. This is my second climb to the top in two weeks and if it will help raise funds to put toward the repairs to bring our flag back to life, I will climb to the top every Sunday morning until the repairs are made. We are the Capitol of Nevada. Let's show our respect to our state and our country. Together we can make these repairs happen. God bless from Breaking Addiction Ministries.

Terry and Tara Kilfian

The message asked readers to "please leave info in comments."

Carson City will soon likely see the results of a long-held tradition of the changing of the C on the hillside — often done surreptitiously overnight — to reflect the senior graduating class year. And then, a few weeks (sometimes a couple months) later, it gets changed back. As of Sunday, the C remains as is.

In a followup message, the couple wrote: We are just wondering who we can contact to help rebuild the flag. We would be happy to volunteer to help. My husband climbs it every Sunday at 6 a.m. for the last to weeks to help raise awareness and possibly start raising funds to help rebuild. Just not sure if this belongs to the city or how to go about it.

Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space maintains the C-Hill trail system. There have been volunteer efforts for cleanup and repair in the past, including a student-led one, with Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space, in 2019.

The Kilfians would like to help and are reaching out to other like-minded hikers. They can be reached at 775-508-6063 or by email: breakingaddictionministries@gmail.com.

Carson City area road report for week of April 29 to May 5

Jeff Munson — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 14:24:05 +0000

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of April 29 through May 5, 2024. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

— 2nd Street between Carson Street and Curry Street will be closed to westbound traffic from April 8, 2024 to June 30, 2025 for construction.

Lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road/utility work:
— 5th Street between Carson Street and Plaza Street will have narrow lanes on Monday through Friday, from 6:30 am to 5:30 pm.

— Carson Street between 5th Street and Musser Street will have flagger control for trucks entering the northbound travel lanes from Monday - Friday, 6:30 am to 5:30 pm. Use caution.

— Penn Circle near Molly Drive will have shoulder work from Tuesday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Justice of the Peace candidate to speak at Democratic luncheon

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 22:20:39 +0000

By Rich Dunn

The featured speaker at next Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Melanie Bruketta candidate for Carson City Justice of the Peace, Department 2. She is one of three candidates on the June 11 primary ballot. The top two will go on to the November general election.

A mother of three, Melanie is a graduate of Carson High School, the University of Nevada, Reno, and Gonzaga School of Law. She has practiced both criminal and civil law, serving as a prosecutor and subsequently as Chief Deputy of the Civil Division for the District Attorney’s Office.

Melanie Bruketta is endorsed by former Carson City Library Director Sena Loyd, who writes: "As a nearly-lifelong Carson City resident, Melanie knows what it's like to live, work, and raise a family in this ever-changing community. She is a lawyer who has devoted her career to working for the residents of Carson City. Her passion for this community is apparent to all those who know her. She understands the critical role the local justice court plays in the ongoing safety and health of our community as a whole. Melanie pledges to keep our community safe by being a judge who recognizes the difference between those who commit criminal offenses and those who are in need of other resources."

This luncheon is scheduled for 1:00 PM on Monday, April 29th, and can be attended either in person at Black Bear Diner, inside Max Casino, or online via Zoom. Melanie's presentation will begin after all the lunch orders have been taken, around 1:30. Those wishing to be on distribution for luncheon Zoom links should contact Rich Dunn at richdunn@aol.com.

New Junior Rangers sworn in on Annual Junior Park Ranger Day in Carson City

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 21:15:51 +0000

A number of new Junior Park Rangers received their badges as they were sworn in as part of the annual Junior Park Rangers Day in Carson City.

Junior Park Ranger Day is an annual event dedicated to help kids complete their Junior Ranger Adventure Guides and be sworn in all in one day.

Junior Rangers received hands-on learning experiences with Park Rangers from Carson City. They also took home a free Carson City Junior Ranger Adventure Guide that was used on their adventures throughout the day.

Park Rangers also be led three different guided hikes. Once their requirements in the guide were completed, they received an official patch and were sworn in as Carson City Junior Park Rangers.

Missed out on this event but want to learn more about becoming a Junior Park Ranger? Visit https://www.carson.org/government/departments-g-z/parks-recreation-open-... for more information!

Bowers Mansion Programs on the Porch returns Fridays in May and June

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 20:18:36 +0000

By Washoe County Regional Parks

Bowers Mansion Programs on the Porch program begins in May with this year's theme is "Variety Edition." Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy this free series in front of the historic Bowers Mansion. Fridays from 7 to 8 p.m., May 17 through June 21.

This series is free, however donations are happily accepted for the speakers. Call the Ranger Office at 775-849-1825 for more information.

May 17, 2024 - Carson Street Ragtime Band (Swing/Ragtime music from the 20's, 30's & more)
May 24, 2024 - Snakes & Other Herps (UNR Biology Dept.)
May 31, 2024 - Winters Family History (presentation by the NV Historical Society)
June 7, 2024 - History of Wild Horses in NV (American Wild Horse Conservation)
June 14, 2024 - U&I Band
June 21, 2024 - Major General John C. Fremont (live historical character reenactment by Chautauquan Steve Hale)

Carson Medical Group moves to new campus in June

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 19:55:42 +0000

by Kelsey Penrose

Carson Medical Group broke ground on their new 31,000 square foot facility off old Hot Springs Road in October 2022 and this June it will officially open its doors to patients.

The facility, located at 1946 Old Hot Springs Road, will house the primary care physicians, their Ear/Nose/Throat practice, as well as the CMG+ walk-in clinic.

Just over a decade ago, Carson Medical Group’s pediatrics and OBGYN clinics moved to their current locations near Carson Tahoe Hospital, where they will remain.

However, the new facility will be taking on the rest of Carson Medical Group’s Carson City practices currently housed on Mountain Street.

Carson Medical Group has been serving the region since 1974 with locations in Carson City, Reno and Minden.

For more information, please visit https://www.carsonmedicalgroup.com.

Carson City Supervisors to discuss Historic Preservation, a road conflict settlement, water purchases and more

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 19:23:04 +0000

Event Date:

May 2, 2024 - 8:30am

by Kelsey Penrose

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

Members of the public who wish only to view the meeting but do NOT plan to make public comment may watch the livestream of the Board of Supervisors meeting at https://www.carson.org/granicus and by clicking on “In progress” next to the meeting date, or by tuning in to cable channel 191.

The public may provide public comment in advance of a meeting by written submission to the following email address: publiccomment@carson.org. For inclusion or reference in the minutes of the meeting, your public comment must include your full name and be submitted via email by not later than 3:00 p.m. the day before the meeting. Public comment during a meeting is limited to three minutes per speaker.

— As part of Historic Preservation and Archaeological Awareness Month, Mayor Lori Bagwell and Mike Drews, Historic Resources Commission chairman, will present the 2024 Historic Preservation Awards to Sarah Martin for the preservation of Rinkel Mansion located at 102 N. Curry St., and posthumously for Stan Jones for his continuous support of the Historic District and the work of the Carson City Historic Resources Commission.

— A settlement agreement will be discussed between the city and plaintiffs Maston Crapps and Kathrine Carter regarding access to their property on Ash Canyon. According to the agenda, the city acquired a parcel on Ash Canyon Road in 2011 from Joost Land and Cattle Company, Inc. subject to a 50 year deed that among other things provided the parcel would revert back to Joost if the portion of Ash Canyon was used for development. In 2022, the plaintiffs purchased a parcel within the area with the intention of building a residence. The Planning Division informed the plaintiffs they’d need to find access other than Ash Canyon Road because of the deed restriction. The Plaintiffs brought an action against the city which resulted in Boost releasing the deed restriction, and the plaintiffs and city were ordered to attend a settlement conference. Both parties agree that the relevant portions of Ash Canyon are open to public use.

— The dedication of two right-of-ways will be discussed, the first of Crimson Circle located at Emerson Cottages, the second of Parkland Avenue located within the Little Lane Village development. Now that the streets have been constructed to city standards, staff is recommending acceptance of the dedication.

— Supervisors will discuss an update to the wholesale water rates for Carson City to purchase water from the Town of Minden. A wholesale agreement twas initiated in 2017 and continued through 2022. The update to the agreement will increase for an estimated $35,000 for a new esteemed annual cost of $945,000 during the period between 2025 to 2029.

— Supervisors will discuss the purchase of three new vehicles: a dump truck for Parks, Recreation and Open Space, and two fleet vehicles for the Sheriff’s Office, one for the undersheriff and another for Behavioral Health Services, for a total not to exceed $266,921.94.

— An interlocal contract between the State of Nevada, the Carson City Library and the city will be discussed, which would provide innovative career training, advancement and exploration services within the library. In addition, a proposed acceptance of a grant to fund the contract and the creation of a grant-funded employee position will be discussed, to create a Senior Workforce Development Professional position at the library.

For these and other agenda items and materials, you can view the full agenda here.

Annual Cops and Kids Sheriff’s Office open house returns Saturday May 11

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 19:00:46 +0000

Event Date:

May 11, 2024 - 11:00am

by Kelsey Penrose

Each year, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office hosts an open house event as a way to connect families, deputies, non-profits and more. This year the event takes place May 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The event provides a “fun and interactive environment for kids and their families to engage with law enforcement, while also promoting positive relationships between law enforcement and the community as a whole,” according to the sheriff’s office.

According to Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong, the event each year is vital to the relationships between the sheriff’s office and the community.

“The relationship that our children have with our officers is critical to our environment, especially in our schools,” Furlong said. “That relationship is being built with our School Resource Officers but that extends to all the other officers along with the resources we have available through our partnerships with nonprofits such as Ron Wood, the Boys and Girls Club, and more. This is a single spot for parents to bring kids meet officers and meet the nonprofits that serve our community.”

Various law enforcement departments including the K9 Unit, SWAT, traffic, and detectives will be available and children will have the opportunity to engage with patrol cars, SWAT vehicles, patrol cars, and more.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is located at 911 E. Musser St.

Citizens' Climate Lobby --Carson City Chapter Online Meeting

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 17:29:53 +0000

By Cheryl Pawluk

Learn more about climate action by attending our meeting. We are the Carson City Chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby. Our chapter includes people from Carson City and the surrounding areas who are concerned about climate issues. We are a community organization affiliated with Citizens’ Climate Lobby and Citizens’ Climate Education (https://citizensclimatelobby.org/). Our purpose is to develop and implement activities that provide accurate information about climate change and what can be done to lessen the effects of climate change. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting by using Zoom. If you decide to use the online meeting, please email us by May 7, 2024, at CarsonCityCCL@gmail.com

Longtime Carson Swim Coach to Step Down After 23 years

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:25:30 +0000

By Ryan Barbarigos

For many students at Carson High, Monica Weaver serves as a counselor who is dedicated to helping students navigate the challenges that could alter one’s four years of high school. But in the spring, Weaver also stands poolside, coaching the Senators swim team.

Since 2001, Weaver held this position. After 23 years of endless success and feel-good stories, she has decided she will step down from the head coaching position. Although she will remain a counselor at CHS, she felt it was her time to step away from swimming. Weaver’s passion for the sport is what she believed kept her coaching for years.

“I would say my greatest accomplishment as a coach is to give these kids an opportunity to swim later in life.”

Weaver also noted how proud she was of the many Senators students who entered the program as beginners, whom she developed into regional champions. Weaver led the Girls swim team to a state title in 2001, as well as countless league championships. She also led the boys to regional championships in 2009 and most recently in 2021.

Through the years, Weaver has led more than a dozen swimmers to league and state championships, two of which were winners of two events, and more than ten have won individual events, most of which were in a three year span. One of those years included the school’s state championship on the girls team in 2001.

When being asked what colleges look for in student-athletes, she expressed that “they [colleges] look for character, they want to have students with a positive attitude and a desire to always improve, not just having good grades and gifted athleticism.”

While Weaver has been at the helm for the Senators swim team, she has seen many changes take place, but believes it made a stronger connection with her swimmers.

“I think one of the biggest challenges that came along with swimming was having the mental strength to keep going [swimming]. You know, you come to practice in the pool without having anyone to talk to, and so you are the only person to talk to within that amount of time.”

While Weaver leaves a legacy as one of Carson’s longest-tenured coaches for any sport, she looks back and has advice for high school swimmers.

“Just have fun. Swimming is supposed to be fun. You train your hardest on weekdays so you can enjoy winning on the weekend.”

While the 2024 season winds down for the Senators, two girls from the team signed to NCAA Division 1 schools on April 24. Seniors Katarina Klatt, to Northern Arizona University and Brynn Russell to Vermont. While on her way out, Weaver adds two more names to the immaculate list of swimmers that took their talents to the next level.

Lastly, Weaver credited her mother as inspiration, as she recalled the intense training it took for her to earn a chance to run at the U.S Olympic Trials, specializing in the marathon.

Weaver and the Carson Swim team look ahead to Regionals, May 10th and 11th at the Carson Aquatic Center, with the opportunity to compete for a Regional Championship.

Carson City's Catmandu introduces their Cats of the Week: Ricky and Reba

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 14:27:27 +0000

Linda Buchanan, Catmandu

Meet Ricky and Reba, a sweet bonded pair who are waiting for their forever home. Sometimes bad things happen to good cats. Nobody knows this better than Ricky and Reba. Approximately 3 years old, they were abandoned when their owner moved, leaving them to fend for themselves on the streets of Reno. It wasn’t easy.

They were indoor cats that had no clue how to survive on their own. For several months, they struggled to eat and stay alive. All they had were each other, and some dry food that a kind neighbor put out for them. Fortunately, the neighbor contacted a Catmandu volunteer who was able to trap and foster them while they recovered from their ordeal. It took many months for them to recover from the trauma and begin to trust people again.

Ricky is a very big and handsome short-haired black and white tuxedo. He is a sweet boy who likes attention, and once he gets to know someone, he enjoys being pet. With a little time to adjust to a new place and people, he is friendly, social and outgoing.

His beautiful friend Reba, a long-haired blue-eyed ragdoll Siamese, takes longer to trust. She buries herself in blankets to hide from the scary, scary world of a new situation. However, once you gain her trust she is a sweet girl that appreciates pets and ear scratches. Reba is very dependent on Ricky, relying on him for comfort and to check out new situations. She would be lost without him. Consequently, they must be adopted together.

Ricky and Reba get along fine with other cats, as long as the cats are nice to them. We do not know if they have ever been around dogs. They would do best in a quiet home with no small children and need to be indoor only cats. They are both fixed and up-to-date on their shots.

If you have room in your heart and home to welcome these two special kitties and show them that good things can happen to good cats, please complete a pre-adoption application on our website at CatmanduCC.org/adoptions and schedule a time to meet them this weekend at 1829 Brown Street. We are open Friday through Sunday from 11am to 5pm

Catmandu is a non-profit organization that receives no government funding or assistance from national organizations. We rely on donations and the generosity of the community to continue our lifesaving efforts. If you are interested in donating or volunteering, please visit our website at CatmanduCC.org

Over 120 pounds of trash collected in inaugural Shoreline Sweep of Sand Harbor

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 21:55:01 +0000

Paula Peterson, South Tahoe Now

The 120 pounds of litter collected during the inaugural Shoreline Sweep Volunteer Cleanup at Sand Harbor State Park will be used in an innovative art installation in the park's visitor center.

Over 80 dedicated volunteers joined forces to comb the park's picturesque shores on Monday, April 22, 2024.

Expressing her gratitude, Park Supervisor Makaila Erdody, applauded the effort, stating, "Our volunteers embody the spirit of stewardship, ensuring our beloved park remains pristine for all to enjoy. With their invaluable support, Sand Harbor is slated for a vibrant summer season."

The trash retrieved included an abandoned cooler, discarded umbrella gear, wrappers, and wedding confetti. Notably, a significant portion comprised abandoned clothing and microplastics, underscoring the importance of responsible waste disposal.

As custodians of the natural treasure, their message to visitors is to uphold, "leave no trace."
"While our diligent staff strive to maintain cleanliness, the task is made considerably easier when visitors manage their own waste," said park officials.

The collected refuse will undergo sorting by the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) before being used in the art installation.

This display will serve as an educational tool, compelling visitors to adopt sustainable habits and preserve our pristine beach.

Registration now open for ComputerCorps Tech Camp in Carson City

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 21:44:06 +0000

ComputerCorps

Warmer weather is upon us – finally – which also means so is the ever popular and very educational ComputerCorps TechCamp Summer Series! Yes, summer is just a few months off and ComputerCorps TechCamp 2K24 is now accepting applicants. 

For the last 24 years, Students Ages 9-15 have fun, and learn about computer recycling, testing, assembly and operation. At the end of the TechCamp, they take home their very own computer system.  
There are 3 separate TechCamps, each lasting for 2 weeks, and are held at 4630 US Highway 50 East, in Carson City, NV. They tend to fill up quickly, so time is of the essence!
 
Open for Registration:  
 
TechCamp 2K23 Alpha: Jun 17th – Jun 28th
TechCamp 2K23 Bravo: Jul 8th -- Jul 19th
TechCamp 2K23 Charlie: July 29th – Aug 9th  

Days & Hours: Monday – Friday 1:30pm to 4:30pm. Space is limited to 16 students ages 9-15 in each camp.

Registration of $500 for a 2-week camp includes a computer system, camp shirt & hat, graduation ceremony, and a lifetime of learning. Some Partial Scholarships are available for families in need. 

“It is a “win-win" situation, by participating in the ComputerCorps ‘Every Home ‘A’ Classroom’ Summer TechCamp you help your community, learn about computers, and get to take home your very own basic computer system,” said Community Relations Director Ken Hamilton.
 
This system includes a Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, Speakers, DVD/RW, Wireless and Wired Internet Ready, Microsoft Windows 10 Pro & Microsoft Office Suite. Each student enjoys Learning, Meeting New Friends, Games, Awards, Snacks & Fun!  

On Friday evening, the last day of the camp, computers and awards are given out at the graduation dinner. 
Sponsorships for students are available, ranging from $50 to $400. By providing a sponsorship for a child in the ComputerCorps “Every Home ‘A’ Classroom” Summer TechCamp Program, you can help your community by helping kids learn about computers, technology, and recycling.  

Volunteers Needed for Counselors and Team Leaders.

For Registration, Sponsorship Opportunities, and Volunteer Information please call ComputerCorpsTM at (775) 883-2323, go to https://www.computercorps.org, email admin@computercorps.org, or stop by. We are located at 4630 Hwy 50 East next to the Post Office.  

ComputerCorpsTM is a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing access to computer technology and skills training for under-served families, while eliminating eScrap in our nation's landfills.

Nevada State Police provide update on fatal Carson City crash

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:19:27 +0000

Nevada State Police

On April 24, 2024, at approximately 4:48 a.m., the Nevada State Police responded to a crash at the location of IR580 southbound near mile marker CC01 in Carson City, Nevada. (Near the Snyder Ave. overpass).

The preliminary investigation indicates that a red 2021 Tesla Model S was traveling the wrong-way northbound in the number one southbound travel lane of IR580. A white 2004 GMC Sierra pickup was traveling southbound on IR580 in the number one travel lane.

The front of the Tesla struck the front of the GMC Sierra pickup. The Tesla rotated and came to rest in the center dirt median. The GMC Sierra pickup overturned and came to rest on its roof, against the sound wall on the west paved shoulder.

The driver of the GMC Sierra was removed from the truck by a Carson City Sherrif’s Deputy and the truck was then engulfed in flames.

Both the driver of the Tesla, Alejandra Hernandez-Valtierra, a 36-year-old-female from Carson City, Nevada, and the driver of the GMC Sierra pickup, Viola Santoyo, a 48-year-old-female from Carson City, Nevada, were pronounced deceased on-scene.

Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Northern Command West M.I.R.T (Multidisciplinary Investigation & Reconstruction Team) is investigating this crash.

2024 Year to date: The Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Northern Command West has investigated 7 fatal crashes resulting in 8 fatalities.

2024 fatalities data is preliminary and may change/be updated based on final investigation and coroner reports.

'Sovereignty Coalition' hosts talks regarding Carson City GID

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:16:57 +0000

Event Date:

Repeats every day until Thu May 02 2024 .

April 28, 2024 (All day)

April 29, 2024 (All day)

April 30, 2024 (All day)

May 1, 2024 (All day)

May 2, 2024 (All day)

Sovereignty Coalition

Citizens of Carson City, come learn about local and national issues that will impact all of us.

Please stop by to learn about the possible implementation of a General Improvement District (GID) in order to get our local roads repaired.

Sign the petition asking the Carson City Board of Supervisors to allow us to vote on whether or not we want a GID.

Learn about the Sovereignty Coalition, and register to vote!

Where: A to Zen, 1803 N. Carson St., Carson City

When: Sunday April 28 1-4 p.m., Mon and Tues April 29 & 30 3-6 p.m.,
Wed May 1 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Thurs May 2 12-3 p.m.

Construction of Muller Parkway in Douglas County to begin soon, officials say

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:09:48 +0000

Douglas County Press Release

Douglas County officials have announced that construction will begin soon on the first phase of the Muller Parkway Project. The project aims to alleviate traffic congestion in Minden and Gardnerville, offering an alternative route to the main U.S. Route 395 through town. The decision comes as the County moves to fill its requirement to construct 2.4 miles of two-lane road by 2025.

Click here to see a map of the Muller Parkway Project

In the coming days, we'll gather for a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the launch of this much-awaited project, celebrating its commencement and honoring its significance.

Phase 1A
This first phase (Phase 1A) of construction will take place between Buckeye Road and the Ashland Park housing development border near Toler Lane. This portion of the proposed route does not impact the flood plains, allowing the County to begin construction immediately. The decision to construct the other phases is pending approval from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and private adjacent land owners.

For more information please visit https://douglas-county-nv.civilspace.io/en/projects/muller-parkway

Two Carson High Swimmers Sign Division 1 Scholarships

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:08:02 +0000

Carson City School District

Carson High School is pleased to announce Katarina Klatt and Brynn Russell will carry their academic and athletic talents on to the next level with Division 1 Scholarships. A short signing ceremony was held at the Carson Aquatic Center Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

Katarina Klatt’s dedication to the sport of swimming has earned her a well-deserved place at Northern Arizona University, where she will continue to shine as a competitive swimmer. Her journey has taken her to Junior Olympics, Far Western Championships, Nevada State Championships and championship meets across the nation. Her commitment to Northern Arizona University speaks to her talent and hard work in the pool. Her passion for Environmental Science demonstrates her commitment to making a positive impact on the world. This choice of major is indicative of her desire to address critical environmental issues and contribute to a sustainable future.

Brynn Russell has always wanted to swim at the collegiate level. Her dedication to the sport has taken her to Junior Olympics, Nevada High School State meets, Nevada Age group state meets and other championship swim meets across the nation. Her dedication to her sport is undeniable, and she is determined to continue her journey as a competitive swimmer while pursuing a career in nursing with a special emphasis in pediatrics at the University of Vermont. Along with her swimming career, Brynn’s leadership experience is a testament to her passion for making a positive impact. As the vice president and an event planner for Carson High School's National Honor Society (NHS), Brynn has honed her organizational skills through planning and executing various events that benefit both NHS and the wider community. Her dedication to volunteer work has been unwavering, and she leads by example, actively participating in NHS events and community service projects.

Both Brynn and Katarina (along with Larkin Russell and Alexandra Llamas-Cruz) have the Carson High school record in the 200 Freestyle Relay, and Katarina has the fastest 50 Freestyle and 100 Butterfly swim recorded for Carson High School, winning state last year in the 100 Butterfly. They now are among some of the top swimmers that will have been a part of the Carson High School legacy.

Despite Nevada opposition, USPS to move key mail operations from Reno to Sacramento

admin — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 13:48:29 +0000

Eric Neugeboren, The Nevada Independent

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is moving forward with its plan to transfer certain mail processing operations from Reno to Sacramento, a change that has drawn bipartisan opposition among Nevada elected officials over its potential impact on the region’s economy and fears that it would slow the processing of mail ballots.

The USPS said Tuesday that its Reno building will be converted into a local processing center — a facility that prepares mail before it is placed on carrier routes. The agency will also spend up to $13.4 million in Reno for new workplace amenities and expanded distribution capabilities, but said “the business case” supported moving other operations to California because most of the mail processed in Reno is destined for outside the region.

The change means that all mail sent from Northern Nevada will pass through Sacramento before reaching its destination. The proposal prompted fierce pushback from state and federal officials — including Gov. Joe Lombardo and Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar — who argued that severe winter weather between the two cities could make it difficult for mail to be delivered efficiently (there is only one interstate route between Sacramento and Reno, and it is sometimes closed during snowy conditions over the Donner Pass) and that it could adversely affect people who use the Postal Service to receive necessary goods, such as medication.

The USPS also said Tuesday that the change would not result in any layoffs of career employees, though it is unknown how many pre-career employees — entry-level positions — might be affected. A document from a USPS employee obtained by The Nevada Independent shows that the USPS expects the change to affect up to 67 career positions, which could include employee reassignments.

Officials have also raised concerns that it could affect the processing of widely used mail ballots, which under state law can be counted as long as they are postmarked by Election Day and received up to four days after the election. In a statement Tuesday, Aguilar said the Postal Service is “negligently interfer[ing] with functions vital to the electoral process.”

“Representatives from across Nevada have laid out the many logistical issues this move will bring, and I hope the USPS will reconsider this decision and instead invest further into existing Northern Nevada operations,” the statement read.

The Postal Service’s statement on Tuesday did not mention mail-in ballots, but the agency had previously said that the change would have no impact on the timeliness of mail delivery.

Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-NV) told reporters earlier this month that USPS officials said the implementation plan could begin in January, in which case mail ballots cast this year would not be affected.

Lombardo said in a statement that his administration “will continue to fight against mismanagement in Washington for timely and efficient mail services for Nevadans.”

Rosen said Tuesday that she “would explore all available options to prevent it from being implemented,” and said she is “outraged that out-of-touch Washington bureaucrats think they know what’s best for our state.” Rosen sits on the Senate committee that oversees the Postal Service.

In February, Rosen, Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) and Rep. Mark Amodei (R-NV) wrote a letter to the Postal Service, requesting more information on a potential move’s impact on mail service reliability, mail-in ballots, the region’s economy and Postal Service jobs.

Weeks later, USPS officials held a briefing that Rosen panned as unhelpful. She told reporters that officials did not answer many questions directly and did not provide some of the data that the delegation asked for.

At a tense Senate hearing last week, Rosen accused Postmaster General Louis DeJoy of withholding information on how the agency determined that the proposal was necessary.

The USPS said Tuesday that the finalized plan came “following a thorough business review and solicitation of public feedback.”

— This story is used with permission of The Nevada Independent. Go here for updates to this and other Nevada Independent stories.

Lyon County Sheriff: Silver Springs resident charged in fatal 2023 fentanyl overdose

Jeff Munson — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:53:41 +0000

A 32-year-old Silver Springs man was arrested Wednesday and booked for charges associated to a fentanyl drug overdose in December 2023, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.

Joseph Rose Tyler Maciel V, also known as Joseph Tyler, was identified as the person who is alleged to have sold Michael Fernandez of Silver Springs the fentanyl that caused his death, according to a news release from LCSO.

On December 11, 2023, Lyon County Sheriff's deputies, were called a residence in the 3700 Block of Citrus Street in Silver Springs for a reported overdose. Upon arrival, Fernandez, 22, was located and ultimately died.

In early January, 2024 toxicology test results revealed Fernandez's cause of death to be acute fentanyl intoxication, which is an overdose. With this information, the Lyon County Sheriff's Office, Special Investigations Unit began an investigation into the source of the fentanyl that caused Fernandez's death, the news release states.

During the investigation, Joseph Rose Tyler Maciel V, aka Joseph Tyler, was identified as the individual who sold Fernandez the fentanyl that caused his death, according to LCSO.

On Wednesday, the Lyon County Sheriff's Office, Special Investigation Unit conducted a traffic stop on Maciel V and was found to be in possession of a small amount of fentanyl. Maciel V was arrested and during a subsequent interview, admitted to selling Fernandez the fentanyl that caused his death.

Joseph Rose Tyler Maciel V was booked into the Lyon County Jail on the following charges:

— Making Available Controlled Substance Which Causes Death

— Possession of a Controlled Substance Schedule I-IV (Fentanyl)

He's being held on $102,500 bail.

Anyone who has information regarding the above investigation is urged to contact the Lyon County Sheriff's Office Investigations Division by email at detective@lyon-county.org or by phone at 775-463-6600, reference Case Number 23LY05042.

'Walk Us Home 5K for Foster Homes' plus resource fair happening Saturday in Carson City at McFadden Plaza

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 23:46:22 +0000

By: Melanie McCormick

The Division of Child and Family Services, Nevada’s Department of Health and Human Services, invites the community to participate in the 2nd annual “Walk Us Home” 5K for Foster Homes on Saturday, April 27, 2024 in Carson City.

The 5-kilometer run/walk will raise funds to send Northern Nevada children in foster care to Camp Rennervation, a summer camp operated by actor and Northern Nevada resident Jeremy Renner's charitable foundation. Prizes will be awarded to top finishers across multiple categories.

In addition to the 5K, CASA of Carson City is hosting their annual Resource Fair and Community Event "Planting the Seeds of Change." Live music, games and prizes for the children!

“The organizations in our community that service children and families are such a dynamic part of building healthy, strong family units. Understanding how to connect your child with therapeutic resources, information about saving for a child’s college fund, assisting youth and adults with disabilities to further their careers, and connecting our Veterans with local resources, is what we are trying to accomplish with this community event. We are so proud to sponsor multiple agencies in connecting with the public,” said Melanie McCormick, Executive Director of CASA of Carson City.

WHAT:
“Walk Us Home” 5K for Foster Homes
“Planting the Seeds of Change” Resource fair

WHEN:
April 27, 2024
Run starts at 10:00am
Resource fair starts at 11:00am

WHERE: Bob McFadden Plaza, 223 West Third Street, Carson City

The Division of Child and Family Services serves Carson City and Nevada’s 14 rural counties: Churchill, Douglas, Elko, Esmeralda, Eureka, Humboldt, Lander, Lincoln, Lyon, Mineral, Nye, Pershing, Storey, and White Pine. For more information, please visit www.ruralnvfostercare.com

CASA of Carson City, a nonprofit consisting of community volunteers who support and promote court-appointed advocacy for abused and neglected children in child welfare cases. CASA of Carson City serves children in Carson City and that of Storey County. For more information, please visit www.carsoncitycasa.org

Camp Rennervation serves children and youth in foster care or from disadvantaged backgrounds ages 8 to 13. The camp’s group activities — kayaking, swimming, and arts and crafts — help campers build peer relationships and promote cognitive, social, and emotional skills.

Alzheimer's Association offers support group meetings in Carson City

Jeff Munson — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 22:40:54 +0000

Event Date:

Repeats every 2 weeks until Wed Aug 28 2024 .

May 8, 2024 - 2:30pm

May 22, 2024 - 2:30pm

June 5, 2024 - 2:30pm

June 19, 2024 - 2:30pm

July 3, 2024 - 2:30pm

July 17, 2024 - 2:30pm

July 31, 2024 - 2:30pm

August 14, 2024 - 2:30pm

August 28, 2024 - 2:30pm

Do you live in the Carson City or the surrounding area? Do you have a loved one that has Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia? If yes, let us support you through your challenging and new situation! We are here to help you!

The Alzheimer’s Association of Northern California and Northern Nevada have two in-person support groups that provide a place where you can learn, share, and be with others who understand and appreciate your caregiving journey. This group aims to help with providing information, providing hope for living a value centered life, and supporting you as a caregiver.

The group meetings are held:
— The second Wednesday of the month at 1pm at the Carson City Cancer Center, Conference Room 1535 Medical Parkway

— The fourth Wednesday of the month at 2:30 pm at the Carson City Senior Center

For further information call the 24/7 Alzheimer’s Helpline at 1-800-272-3900.

Two Carson City residents identified in Wednesday's fatal crash on I-580

Jeff Munson — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 21:41:51 +0000

The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office has identified two Carson City residents who died in a wrong way crash early Wednesday morning in Carson City.

The two are 36-year-old Alejandra Hernandez Valtierra and 48-year-old Viola Santoyo Huizar. Both died at the scene.

The crash, which happened at 4:51 a.m., involved two vehicles. One of the vehicles, a car that was going the wrong way — northbound in the southbound lane, struck another vehicle, killing both drivers, according to Nevada State Police.

I-580 southbound near Snyder Avenue and Fairview Boulevard was closed for several hours as part of the investigation.

Nevada State Police is conducting an investigation. We will update with more information when it becomes available.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Shrek

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 20:50:37 +0000

Nevada Humane Society

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week introduces, Shrek. While he may not hail from a swamp, this lovable pup is as big-hearted as they come, searching for his forever family.

With a personality as grand as his namesake, Shrek adores toys and car rides and is an absolute people-pleaser, especially when it comes to kids! He's shown his true affable nature, ready to shine with the right family by his side. Shrek will need to meet any potential dog siblings, and we are unsure how he feels about cats.

In his own words, "I'm eager to find my forever family! With a consistent schedule, training, and plenty of toys, I'll channel my creative energy into positive outlets. Don't let my size fool you, I'm a perfect cuddle buddy, just looking for the right home to call my own. Ready for a happily ever after? It might just be me!"

Shrek's adoption fee is $75. You can meet him at the Carson City Nevada Humane Society at 549 Airport Road, Carson City, NV 89701, or by calling (775) 887-2171 to learn more. We are open every day from 11:00 am-6:30 pm.

Rummage sale fundraiser Saturday at St. Paul's Lutheran in Carson City

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 19:55:04 +0000

By Mary DeFelice

St. Paul's Lutheran Family Church in Carson City is having a huge rummage sale Saturday, April 27 at 8 am until 1:30 pm. This is a fundraiser by St. Paul's women's group, WELCA, in association with Thrivent. There will be a jewelry room and a boutique featuring decor de jour and collectibles.

Also available will be furniture, many power tools including wood working, housewares, electronics, plants and gardening, children's items, toys, books, games and clothing. Starting at 8 am attendees can fill a shopping bag with clothing for $5.

At 11 it will be $2 for a bag of clothing and $5 for anything that will fit in a grocery bag. We are always ready to seriously negotiate!! Come early to check out the bargains being offered and support a great cause.

St. Paul's Lutheran Family Church is located at 201 N Saliman Rd, Carson City.

Children's theater production of Disney's 'Finding Nemo, Jr.' begins Friday in Carson City

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:51:41 +0000

Wild Horse Children's Theater

Dive into an ocean of adventure with Wild Horse Children's Theater as we embark on a journey under the sea in the upcoming production of Disney's "Finding Nemo, Jr." at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall in Carson City. This spectacular musical adaptation of the beloved Pixar movie promises to be a wave of fun, friendships, and heartwarming moments that the entire family will enjoy!

Performances are Friday, April 26 and May 3 at 7:00 pm, Saturday, April 27 and May 4 at 2:00 and 7:00 pm and Sunday, April 28 and May 5 at 2:00 pm.

Disney's "Finding Nemo, Jr." is a 60-minute musical that brings to life the touching story of Marlin, a caring clownfish, and his adventurous offspring, Nemo. When Nemo is scooped up and taken to Sydney, Marlin embarks on an epic journey across the deep blue, meeting a school of lovable characters along the way, including the eternally optimistic Dory, the chill sea turtle Crush, and the ever-supportive Tank Gang. Together, they tackle challenges and uncover the true treasures of family, friendship, and self-discovery. You'll be humming along to unforgettable tunes like "Just Keep Swimming," "Fish Are Friends Not Food," and "Go With the Flow."

WHCT is also partnering with Living Stones Church for a “Fish Are Friends Not Food” food drive at every show! So, chum the waters to feed our community and bring a non-perishable food item to receive a coupon for one free item at our concession stand! Food with a splash of red color is especially needed like canned tomatoes, chili, red beans, pasta sauce, etc.!

So, don your snorkels and get ready for the undersea adventure of a lifetime! Secure your tickets through the Wild Horse Children's Theater website at www.wildhorsetheater.com. Reserved seating and general admission tickets are available. We suggest you get your tickets early because we are sure to sell out! For additional information, email producerwhct@gmail.com or call 775-722-8551, and as Dory says, “Keep on swimming!”

March gaming revenue up slightly in Carson area, down 1.65 percent statewide

Jeff Munson — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:12:39 +0000

Carson City area casino gaming revenue was up slightly in March, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board. Statewide, revenue was down 1.65 percent compared to March 2023.

Casinos in Carson City, Gardnerville, Minden and all other areas of Douglas County except for South Shore Lake Tahoe report gaming generated revenue, also called "gaming win" of $11,274, 853 for the month, up .08 percent.

Elsewhere, gaming revenue was down 5.45 percent at South Shore Lake Tahoe and up 2.07 percent at North Shore Lake Tahoe. Reno area casinos report gaming revenue down 6.03 percent for the month, and Sparks, 1.34 percent.

Statewide Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $1,290,406,695 for the month of March 2024. This amounts to a 1.65 percent decrease compared to March 2023, when licensees reported a gaming win of $1,312,049,411.

See the full report below.

Nevada Gaming Control Board March 2024 figures by Carson Now on Scribd

Swingin' on the Comstock returns to Virginia City

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:08:14 +0000

Swingin' on the Comstock in Virginia City

Swing Dance Night at the Historic Fourth Ward School Museum in Virginia City returns May 17, 7 p.m. to the beautiful 1870s landmark For A Night Of Swing Dancing And Live Classic Swing & Jazz Tunes.

Reno Swings! will give a beginner-friendly dance lesson and then open the dance floor for social swing dancing. Beginners are welcome!

* No dance partner or previous experience required!
* Dance lesson by instructors Clay & Cullen Mitchell from 7-8 p.m.
* Social dance with Swing Dance tunes from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
* Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets:
General Admission: $10
Fourth Ward School Museum Members: $5
Tickets available online: https://FWSMswingMay24.eventbrite.com
Or for purchase at the Museum Gift Shop.

Carson City STEM teacher named finalist for national teaching award

Jeff Munson — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:32:21 +0000

Carson City School District

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce Empire Elementary School’s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Teacher Adrienne Wiggins has been selected as a Nevada finalist for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, the nation’s highest honors for teachers of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and computer science.

Mrs. Wiggins has been at Empire Elementary School for the last 12 years and brought with her vision, commitment and passion to elevate the school and its students. She is particularly proud of the shift she has helped make at Empire when it met the requirements to be designated as an official Governor’s STEM School. That designation came based on national best practices for integrating STEM into daily classroom instruction.

Along the way, Mrs. Wiggins has been a classroom teacher, Math Instructional Coach and the school’s esteemed STEM instructional coach. Her approach, which incorporates real-world problem-solving and technology, has not only boosted her students' achievement but has also ignited a passion for science in her classroom.

State and Jurisdiction PAEMST Finalists represent the most outstanding teachers Nevada has to offer and serve as both a model and an inspiration to students and fellow teachers.

The PAEMST program, administered by the National Science Foundation (NSF) on behalf of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, recognizes outstanding teachers from across the United States and its territories. Finalists are selected for their deep content knowledge of the subjects they teach and for their ability to motivate students to achieve high academic standards.

Mrs. Wiggins is one of four finalists from Nevada this year. Award winners will be selected from this group later in the year following a rigorous evaluation process. Winners will receive a certificate signed by the President of the United States, a paid trip to Washington, D.C. to attend a series of recognition events, and a $10,000 award from the NSF.

Nevada unemployment down slightly statewide in March, Carson City unchanged

Jeff Munson — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 16:03:32 +0000

Nevada's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.1 percent in March 2024, which decreased by 0.1 percent from February 2024, according to the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s March 2024 economic report.

The Carson City unemployment rate was 4.8 percent in March 2024, unchanged from 4.8 percent in February 2024, and from 4.8 percent in March 2023, non-seasonally adjusted.

The number of unemployed individuals decreased by 13 since February 2024 to a current level of 1,243 people, which is 3 less unemployed people than March 2023. The labor force in Carson City is currently 26,022 people, which is 15 less people than February 2024, and is up 39 people since March 2023.

Seasonally adjusted estimates account for regularly seen economic patterns, with the following estimates not seasonally adjusted.

In the three Metropolitan Statistical Areas, Reno had the lowest rate at 4.2 percent, followed by Carson City at 4.8 percent and Las Vegas had the highest unemployment rate at 5.1 percent.

In Nevada’s counties, the lowest unemployment rate was in Lander County and White Pine County at 3.6 percent each, and Nye County had the highest rate at 6.4 percent. For a look at the unemployment rate in your county. See the area profiles page.

For the latest information on the Nevada economy including employment, unemployment, and unemployment insurance check out the monthly Labor Market Overview, or to see the data on your area, see the Local Area Labor Market Overview.

Additional information on unemployment estimates along with a complete breakout of unemployment in counties, cities, and other areas in Nevada can be found at the Local Area Unemployment Statistics page. Additionally, employment estimates by industry can be found at the Current Employment Statistics page.

See the full report below.

Counties and Cities Employment Unemployment Overview (March 2024) by Carson Now on Scribd

Carson High debate team hosts upcoming fundraisers to send 10 students to Nationals

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 14:35:39 +0000

By Patrick Mobley

Carson High Debate continues its groundbreaking season. Competing at state for the first time since Covid the team advanced to final events in 4 separate events.

Ellie Dement, Emily Tran, Summer McGill, and Nasia Perkins represented Carson in final rounds taking 6th, 4th, and 2nd place in their speech events.

In addition, Viviana Castro finished 5th in Lincoln Douglas Debate Summer and Nasia were undefeated in Policy Debate, claiming the title of state champions. Overall the Carson team finished 2nd at State, its best showing ever. This group will join five other debaters to represent Carson High and Nevada at four separate nationals tournaments starting in May.

The team will be hosting several fundraisers to help cover the costs of our upcoming trips. The first will be Paint for Debate, a guided painting class held at the Brewery Arts Center May 14th, tickets are $30. The team will be hosting its annual Debatable Extravaganza in Senator Square of the High School May 22nd. This event includes an award dinner, interactive speeches, and presentations from the national qualifiers.

Tickets are $10. Finally, the team’s largest event will be the Carson High Show and Shine car show held Saturday May 25th at Carson High.

Anyone interested in registering a car would pay a $25 entry fee and spectators can attend free of charge. Anyone interested in these events or sponsoring the teams trips can contact the head coach Patrick Mobley at pmobley@carson.k12.nv.us.

Two free tickets left for LGBTQ+ and Friends Social this Saturday, April 27

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:31:13 +0000

By Mark Gillard

Two free scholarship lunch tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis for those who couldn’t otherwise afford to participate. Reach out to wnvlgbtq@gmail.com and request your free tickets now!

The $25 lunch includes food, drinks, tax and tip. Eight tickets for purchase are still available. Buy yours today! Check out our website for info and ticket purchases: www.nevadalgbtq.com.

Join some of our regional LGBTQ+ folks and friends for a fabulous afternoon of food, fun and community this Saturday, April 27th, 2-5pm. Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, 1500 Old Hot Springs Road, Carson City.

This in-person event is a great opportunity to meet and mingle with local LGBTQ+ individuals and our friends. Come as you are and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of this inclusive, safe gathering. We can't wait to see you there!

Menu

Cheese Pizza & Side Salad: Homemade Marinara & Cheese with a small side salad with your choice of dressing.

Roasted Beet Salad: Mixed greens with roasted beets, spiced pecans and blue cheese with a roasted garlic & beet vinaigrette.

Thai Chicken Salad: Mixed greens, sauteed mushrooms, pepper & onions with grilled chicken, topped with rice noodles, sesame seeds and sweet & spicy Thai chile dressing.

Nachos Borrachos: Fresh chips, melted cheeses, black beans, grilled peppers & onions, sour cream & homemade salsas.

Hamburger or Cheeseburger (Veggie Patty available): ½ pound burger on a brioche bun with lettuce, tomato & onion on the side.

Cold Sandwiches: Deli Sliced Pit Ham, Oven Roasted Turkey, Tuna Salad or Roast Beef. Sandwiches are served with your choice of bread: Sourdough, Whole Grain or Rye and a choice of side: Hand cut French Fries, Homemade Potato Chips, Blue Cheese Slaw, Thai Slaw or Yucatan Potato Salad.

Choice of drink: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist, Dr. Pepper, Mountain Dew, Root Beer, Lemonade, Club Soda, Tonic Water, Iced Tea or Coffee. Alcohol or Specialty Drinks will be charged individually.

Clear Creek Bowmen Cancer Shoot this Sunday

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 22:37:07 +0000

By Steven Sturm

Clear Creek Bowmen Cancer Shoot is this Sunday April 28 at the Carson City Archery Range.

This is an unmarked yardage shoot with 35 3-D targets. Cost is $25 for adults with discounts for youth and families. Kids 11 and under are free.

Belt Buckles will be awarded to 1st place shooters in all adult and youth classes. 2nd and 3rd place shooters receive T-shirts.

Lunch will be available for $8.

There will be a raffle with some great prizes. All proceeds will go to Carson Tahoe Cancer Resource Center. The Carson City Centennial Park Archery Range is located on Centennial Drive in Carson City.

Nevada Artists Association featured artist shows and reception happening May 4-5

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 22:10:45 +0000

By Deborah Foster

The Nevada Artists Association is excited to announce two Featured Artist Shows beginning Saturday, May 4 by Carson City artists, Cynthia Brenneman and Bruce Nelson.

Cynthia Brenneman’s "What did you do for Covid Relief?" watercolor painting show is a small anthology of what we did when isolated for Covid. Obviously, living in the Northern Nevada mountains, many of us hiked, skied, fished, and continued to pursue the many outdoor activities available during Covid.

For Brenneman, painting still lifes is a form of meditation. Losing herself for hours painting makes the days go by faster than worrying about what is next. She has tried many art forms (glass blowing, neon, oil painting, floor cloths, encaustic painting, murals, doll making, greeting cards, felting, graphic design, beading, etc), but keeps coming back to watercolors. Still lifes in particular, hold her interest.

This series was only intended to be a couple of paintings, but new ideas kept appearing. Brenneman finally called an end to the series even though more ideas were still bouncing around in her head.

Bruce Nelson is a photographer and printer. He has photographed buildings (particularly windows), landscapes, trees and flowers on the Atlantic coast, in the Appalachians, and now in the high desert. Eight years ago, he began experimenting with using printing techniques for his photographs, including blueprints (cyanotypes), photogravure, palladium, platinum, silver, copper, and iron.

He is currently working with close-up photography and infrared photography and prints with botanical teas made from various plants gathered on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada. Bruce’s daughter, Nora Nelson is a hydrologist with the National Park Service. She is a skier, biker, hiker, and nature photographer and assists Bruce with his printing techniques.

The paintings and photographs from these artists can be seen at the Nevada Artists Association Gallery, Brewery Arts Center Campus, 449 W. King Street, Carson City, from May 4 through June 13. Gallery hours are 12-4pm.

A reception for Cynthia Brenneman and Bruce Nelson will occur on May 5, Cinco de Mayo, from 2-4. The Brewery Arts Center will also be holding Cinco de Mayo events from 12-5.

Musician's swap meet happening May 19 in Carson City

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 19:39:23 +0000

Join us for a fun morning and afternoon at the Musician's Swap Meet at the corner of Rice and North Carson Street in Carson City.

Food truck and beverages. Hopefully some live music as well. come set up your booth or just browse and shop.
See flyer above or email: bclester51@gmail.com for more information.

Dayton Elementary among schools honored as Nevada Purple Star school

Jeff Munson — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 18:47:20 +0000

Dayton Elementary School in Lyon County was honored Wednesday along 13 other schools including Carson High in Carson City as a Nevada Purple Star School.

Schools receiving the designation have committed to supporting the educational and social-emotional needs of military-connected children and their families.

Dayton Elementary posted photos and video on its Facebook page to recognize the event.

“Month of the Military Child is a time to recognize the sacrifices that military-connected children make, and to applaud them for their courage and resilience,” said Jhone Ebert, Superintendent of Public Instruction. “Military-connected children play an important role in our schools and communities, and Purple Star Schools are demonstrating a commitment to supporting them.”

The award announcements coincide with Month of the Military Child, proclaimed by Gov. Joe Lombardo to recognize the nearly 11,000 military-connected children in Nevada.

During celebrations this month, each school will be presented with a certificate and banner. The 14 schools receiving the designation join 28 other Nevada schools that have received the award since the program began in 2021.

Other schools wishing to earn the designation can begin the application process online. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and designations are awarded annually during April.

The Purple Star School Award Program is facilitated by the Nevada Department of Education in partnership with the Nevada Military Interstate Compact Commission Council.

The 14 schools receiving the award are:
Dayton Elementary School, Lyon County School District
Carson High School, Carson City School District
Advanced Technologies Academy, Clark County School District
Kenneth Divich Elementary School, Clark County School District
Northwest Career and Technical Academy, Clark County School District
Scherkenbach Elementary School, Clark County School District
Shadow Ridge High School, Clark County School District
Victoria Fertitta Leadership Academy, Clark County School District
Legacy Traditional School - North Valley Campus, State Public Charter School Authority
Faith Lutheran Academy, Las Vegas
Faith Lutheran Preschool, Las Vegas
Innovation Academy, Las Vegas
Mojave Springs School, Las Vegas
Mountain View Christian Schools, Las Vegas

Two dead in wrong way crash early Wednesday on I-580 in Carson City; southbound lanes reopen

Jeff Munson — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 18:06:01 +0000

UPDATE THURSDAY: The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the two people who died Wednesday morning following the two vehicle crash on I-580 in Carson City. They are Alejandra Hernandez Valtierra, 36, and Viola Santoyo Huizar, 48, both of Carson City.
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UPDATE 12:42PM: Southbound I-580 in Carson City was opened as of around 11 a.m., said a Nevada State Police spokeswoman, who provided more details of the fatal crash that happened early Wednesday morning.

Both the driver of a car and a truck involved in the crash died. Their names have not been released pending notification of family members. The car, which was going the wrong way — northbound in the southbound lane — struck the truck and caught on fire, according to a NSP preliminary investigation thus far. The vehicle makes are unknown at this time.
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Motorists can expect traffic delays as Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash in Carson City that killed at least two people early Wednesday morning on I-580 southbound near Snyder Avenue and Fairview Boulevard.

I-580 southbound lanes are closed in this area with an unknown estimated time to reopen. According to NHP, the preliminary information known at this time is the crash was reported at approximately 4:51 a.m. and involved two vehicles.

One vehicle was reported to be traveling wrong-way on I-580 southbound at the above location and struck the second vehicle. There are two confirmed fatalities at this time.

We will update as more information becomes available.

Junior Park Ranger Day returns to Carson City this Saturday, hikes for kids and more

Kelsey Penrose — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 17:55:02 +0000

Event Date:

April 27, 2024 (All day)

Junior Park Ranger Day is back this Saturday, April 27 at Riverview Park in Carson City.

Junior Park Ranger Day is an annual event dedicated to help kids complete their Junior Ranger Adventure Guides and be sworn in all in one day.

Junior Rangers will get hands on learning experiences with Park Rangers from Carson City. Kids (and adults if desired) of all ages will receive a free Carson City Junior Ranger Adventure Guide that will be used on their adventures throughout the day.

Park Rangers will also be leading three different guided hikes. Once their requirements in the guide are completed, they can receive an official patch and be sworn in as a Carson City Junior Park Ranger.

The hikes are considered "easy" under the IMBA Trail Rating System. Participants can expect flat terrain for all of the hikes. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring plenty of water and snacks. This program is weather dependent.

The fun begins at 9 a.m. at Riverview Park and registration is required. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and dogs are allowed but must remain on a six-foot leash.

If you or a family member requires it, Park Rangers have one GRIT Freedom all-terrain wheelchair available. If you'd like to request to use this wheelchair during out program, email parkrangers@carson.org. This request is on a first come first serve basis.

To register please click here.

Carson City arrests: Man allegedly enters garages, arrested for sex offender failing to register

Jeff Munson — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 17:40:19 +0000

A 37-year-old man was arrested for suspicion of obstruction, trespassing and felony sex offender failing to register, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Mario Jesus Quevedo was taken into custody Friday, April 19 following an investigation. According to the booking report, deputies were called to the area of Table Rock and Slide Mountain after a man was seen entering the garage of a private residence.

The reporting party scared the suspect off and then told deputies he saw the man enter another garage before running away again, the report states.

A CCSO sergeant advised they located the man and held him at gunpoint after another deputy saw him running from a residence. The suspect was identified as Quevedo by his license, which matched the description given by the reporting party.

The officer read the man his Miranda warning. The man stated he did not want to talk. Dispatch advised he was listed as a tier 1 sex offender failing to register. His last registration was in January 2023.

He was booked for suspicion of felony sex offender failing to register, obstruction and trespass. Bail: $5,000.

In other arrests:
— A 36-year-old Sparks man was arrested Saturday for misdemeanor warrants alleging domestic battery, petit larceny and destroying property of another person.
The warrants were issued April 4, 2024 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $5,000.

— A 39-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday for misdemeanor warrants alleging contempt of court and violation of bail conditions. Bail: $6,000 cash.

— A 51-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of misdemeanor driving without a valid license, no insurance and fictions registration. Total bail amount listed: $576.

— All information for the crime log (unless otherwise noted) comes from the arrest reports supplied by the Carson City Sheriff's Office, and is considered by law to be public information. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The policy of Carson Now is to name anyone who is arrested for a felony offense.

Carson High honored with Purple Star designation for military families

Jeff Munson — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:59:58 +0000

Carson City School District

Carson City School District hosted a ceremony Wednesday morning with local dignitaries from the Nevada Department of Education and officers from local military bases. Carson High School was honored with a Nevada Purple Star School designation for supporting military-connected students and their families.

The Nevada Purple Star School Award is given to schools that show a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military. Schools that earn the Purple Star designation are recognized for their outstanding programs that aid military families during their transition to a new school amid deployments.

The award announcements coincide with Month of the Military Child, proclaimed by Gov. Joe Lombardo to recognize the nearly 11,000 military-connected children in Nevada. The Purple Star School Award Program is facilitated by the Nevada Department of Education in partnership with the Nevada Military Interstate Compact Commission Council.

The program is designed to help schools respond to the educational and social-emotional challenges military-connected children face and keep them on track to be college, workforce and life-ready. The Purple Star School designation helps military-connected families identify which schools in their community have taken extra steps to fully support military-connected families.

Military families have a unique view of education in America. The average military family moves every 1-3 years and will experience 6-9 different schools through their K-12 education experience, depending on the needs of the military. Some of those moves are state to state while others are overseas to foreign countries. With each move, many military service members bring their spouses and children to resettle into new communities and attend new schools.

With more than 1.1 million military-connected students attending public schools, issues surrounding school transition have become a top priority for families and some schools. Mobile military students face issues such as gaps and overlaps in curriculum, different graduation requirements, course placement disruption and many other hurdles when changing schools. Besides the academic issues, these students also face social and emotional challenges of relocation, such as leaving supportive social networks and activities, to start new again.

"Carson High School is dedicated to providing substantial support to our military-connected students and ensuring they achieve academic success and social integration within our community," said Josh Billings, assistant principal over Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Fine Arts at Carson High School. "We understand the unique challenges these families face, and we strive to offer a welcoming, supportive environment."

Dignitaries in attendance during the award ceremony included Nevada Superintendent of Public Instruction Jhone Ebert (Nevada Department of Education); Commissioner Felicia Gonzales (Nevada Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission Council); School Liaison Officer Melanie Murphy (Fallon Naval Air Force Base); KellyLynn Charles (Nevada Department of Education); Superintendent Andrew Feuling (Carson City School District); Carson High Assistant Principal Josh Billings (Career and Technical Education and Fine Arts); Lt. Cmdr. Dan Meyer (Carson High School Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) and more.

Explore Orthodox Christianity

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:55:13 +0000

By St. Sebastian Orthodox Church

Informative classes on Orthodox Christianity for inquirers are held weekly at St. Sebastian Orthodox Church, and will continue after Orthodox Holy Week and Easter observances at 1819 N. Carson Street.

Visitors are welcome: see our class and service schedule on our Facebook page (St. Sebastian Serbian Orthodox Mission Parish), our website (stsebastianmission.org), or contact us at 775-546-5054, frnormanccnv@gmail.com.
The Orthodox Church is the original Christian Church established by Jesus Christ, given to His Apostles, and described in the New Testament.

There was one Church until a split separated Orthodox East from Latin West in the 11th century, but the Orthodox Faith and practice has continued unaltered for two thousand years. Saint Sebastian was a missionary Orthodox priest who traveled throughout northern Nevada at the turn of the twentieth century.

Carson City School District awards educator, employee and administrator of the year

Jeff Munson — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 03:28:03 +0000

Carson City School District

Laura Ricks, TOSA/Instructional Coach at Empire Elementary School, was honored as the Carson City School District’s Educator of the Year, at the Tuesday, April 23, school board meeting and annual event.

Additionally, Sandra Guzzetta, special education paraprofessional at Bordewich Bray Elementary School, was recognized as the Education Support Professional Employee of the Year, and Chelise Crookshanks, principal at Mark Twain Elementary School, was recognized as the district’s Administrator of the Year.

Ricks and Guzzetta were selected from 25 site winners including 11 teachers and 14 ESP employees who were selected from peers and administrators from various sites and schools within the district. The Administrator of the Year was selected from nominations from 27 school administrators.

Each candidate endured a series of strenuous interview questions from a panel of comprehensive judges. Upon conclusion of those interviews, the panel then made the decision of selecting “one” ESP employee of the year, “one” educator of the year and “one” administrator of the year.

All Educators of the Year winners recognized and honored include (by their last name alphabetically):

Heather Canfield, Kindergarten Teacher, Fritsch Elementary

Marla Churchill, TOSA/Instructional Coach, Mark Twain Elementary

Pamela Cowperthwaite, TOSA/Curriculum & Assessment Coordinator, Student Support Services

Nicole Fagundes, World History, Global Issues Teacher, Carson High School

Jacqueline Koch, Eighth-grade English Teacher, Carson Middle School

Miyoko (Mimi) Loflin, TOSA/Instructional Coach, Bordewich Bray Elementary

Laura Ricks, TOSA/Instructional Coach, Empire Elementary

Kristin Steinkraus, Science Teacher, Pioneer Academy

Andrew Tiscareno, Sixth and Seventh-grade Social Studies Teacher, Eagle Valley Middle School

Socorro Vega, First-grade Teacher, Seeliger Elementary

Brittni Winkler, Fifth-grade Teacher, Fremont Elementary

All ESP Employees of the Year winners recognized and honored include (by their last name alphabetically):

Socorro Ampudia, Custodian, Fritsch Elementary

Patricia Bean, Distance Education Assistant, Pioneer Academy

Denali Bell, Library Media Technician, Mark Twain Elementary

Jessica Graham, Cook/Baker, Seeliger Elementary

Sandra Guzzetta, Special Education Paraprofessional, Bordewich Bray Elementary

Ratree Hamilton, Special Education Paraprofessional, Fremont Elementary

Jacqueline Kleinfieldt, Information Technology Support Technician, Administration

Susan Maher, Pre-K Paraprofessional, Empire Elementary

Maria Navarette, English Language Paraprofessional, Carson Middle School

Jamie Page, Administrative Assistant, Eagle Valley Middle School

Enrique (Henry) Ramos Talamantes, Groundskeeper, Operations

Jenna Redus, Administrative Assistant, Student Support Servcies

Heather Stagliano, Administrative Assistant, Transportation

John Wilson, Custodian, Carson High School

“What an amazing evening and opportunity to recognize the outstanding work of individuals doing their best for the kids of Carson City every single day,” said Andrew Feuling, superintendent for the Carson City School District. “Our district has so many exceptional employees and educators. The more than two dozen individuals recognized tonight represent more than 900 others who exhibit unwavering dedication, passion and commitment to the success of our students and the betterment of our community. They are truly inspiring.”

Laura Ricks first began working with the Carson City School District as a substitute teacher back in 2003. She was hired on full-time in 2013. Her career has been driven by a passionate commitment to student success, exemplified by her innovative teaching style and collaborative approach to education.

As the only National Board Certified educator at Empire Elementary school, her focus on literacy and commitment to excellence is evident in her efforts to stay informed about the latest research and best practices. To say it plainly, Ricks is the first to learn so she can lead a team.

She earned a bachelor’s in elementary education, a master’s in teaching English to speakers of other languages, she retains a certification in Gifted and Talented education and is nationally certified in STEM. She also implemented the Nevada PRESS Project interventions and serves as a writer for the Nevada State Literacy Plan.

In addition to being highly decorated as a teacher, Ms. Ricks still prioritizes student learning by helping students set and exceed their goals by fostering relationships with parents and families through weekly postcards. This personable technique reinforces the student’s sense of belonging.

“Laura Ricks is an amazing educator,” said Shelby Tuttle, principal of Empire Elementary School. “She exhibits the best qualities and characteristics anyone could ask for as an educator. She is a coach and instructor of fellow educators, she is a partner with our families, she is a strong advocate for every student on our campus and she is a thoughtful leader. Her work is not only acknowledged at Empire Elementary, but also throughout the entire district, the State of Nevada and with National Organizations across the country.”

In addition to last night’s award, as the District Educator of the Year, Ms. Ricks will also have the opportunity to compete statewide for Nevada Educator of the Year.

Sandra Gazzette has worked for the Carson City School District since 2001 in a variety of roles and responsibilities. As an alternate standards paraprofessional at Bordewich Bray Elementary, she has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication, compassion and commitment to the students she serves.

“One of Sandy’s most remarkable qualities is her willingness to invest her own resources in meeting the needs of her students,” said Cheryl Richetta, principal of Bordewich Bray Elementary School. “She frequently purchases treats, clothing and education materials out of her own pocket, ensuring that her students have access to essential resources that may otherwise be lacking. Her selflessness and generosity make a profound difference in the lives of her students and their families.”

Gazzette works tirelessly with Kindergarten, first and second-grade students, providing them with the care and support they need to thrive academically and emotionally. Her genuine love for her students is evident in everything she does. Her warm and friendly demeanor creates a positive and inclusive atmosphere within our schools, fostering a sense of belonging for everyone she encounters. Her strongest quality, however, may be the depth of her loyalty and love to the students.

In addition to last night’s award, as the District Educator of the Year, Ms. Guzzetta will also have the opportunity to compete statewide for Nevada ESP Employee of the Year.

Prior to her appointment as the new Principal for Mark Twain Elementary School, Chelise Crookshanks was the vice principal and the dean of students at Carson Middle School. Prior to that, she was the assistant principal, dean of students, instructional coach and Chemistry, Advance Chemistry and Environmental Science teacher at White Pine High School in Ely, Nev.

She earned a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from the University of Nevada, Reno, a secondary education teaching credential from Sierra Nevada College, a master’s in Education Administration and Supervision from the University of Phoenix and a Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) post-graduate coursework endorsement from Southern Utah University.

“Chelise is an outstanding mentor and leader among her colleagues,” said Dr. Jennifer Ward, principal at Fremont Elementary School. “She consistently goes above and beyond to share her expertise, insights and best practices with fellow administrators, empowering them to excel in their roles and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. Her cooperative spirit and willingness to collaborate make her an invaluable asset to our school community and the broader education landscape.”

Dandelion view on Carson City's 5th Street

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 01:05:14 +0000

Photos by Lynn McCarthy

Photos capturing the beautiful views in Carson City on Tuesday afternoon at 5th and Roop Street.

Scroll and double click to enlarge.

2024 Capital City Brewfest to bring suds, music and food to downtown; tickets now available

Jeff Munson — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 23:04:35 +0000

Event Date:

June 22, 2024 - 3:00pm

by Denise Clodjeaux

Tickets are now available for this summer’s Capital City Brewfest. This year’s event takes place June 22 on Curry Street at McFadden Plaza in Carson City. More than two dozen brewers, as well as several food trucks, will line the street from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Plus there will be live music on the McFadden Plaza stage.

The annual event is hosted by the Rotary Club of Carson City.

“The Brewfest is the Rotary Club’s big annual fundraiser. It keeps the club financially upright and able to do all the things we do in the community,” said club President Garrett Lepire, adding “projects like Senior Christmas Gift Giving, Student of the Week, and Teacher of the Month and other educational projects wouldn’t be possible without the Brewfest.”

Capital City Brewfest organizer Jim Gray says the event is a big undertaking that the club truly enjoys taking on. “Our members have fun working together putting on a fun event that ultimately benefits our community,” he said. “It is rewarding doing something positive for our community, plus we all like the fellowship and working toward a common goal.”

Along with the beer, food and music, the Brewfest also features a raffle with great prizes including beer, wine and golf.

When asked what people can expect this year, Lepire answered “a fun and rousing event where people can try some new beer flavors, and their favorites as well as listening to great music and enjoying great bites to eat from the food trucks.”

Tickets for the Capital City Brewfest are $40 in advance, or $45 at the door and are available at capitalcitybrewfest.com

Carson City Planning Commission to discuss new trailhead, therapeutic horse riding academy, care facility and more

Kelsey Penrose — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 21:07:09 +0000

Event Date:

April 24, 2024 - 5:00pm

by Kelsey Penrose

The Carson City Planning Commission meeting will be held Wednesday, April 24 in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Carson City Community Center located at 851 E. William St. at 5 p.m.

The agenda includes trail improvements, a therapeutic horse riding academy, a care facility and more.

A special use permit has been requested for trailhead improvements on a new trail on property zoned Public Regional located approximately 1/3 mile west of the end of Koontz Lane. Improvements include access and drainage improvements, parking, a new vault toilet, and covered picnic tables. The trail will be 2.4 miles for non-motorized usage and will be unpaved. The trail will be located along the west side of Prison Hill and will connect three trailheads.

— A special use permit has been requested to establish a commercial stable and riding academy to be used as a therapeutic riding stable. The property is located at 2170 Alfred Way and is zoned single family residential 2 acre. The detached barn structure, if approved, will measure 3,702 square feet.

— A special use permit has been requested to create a congregate care facility within the Lompa Ranch north Specific Plan located near East William Street and Gold Dust Way. Mission Senior Living is proposing a 105,000 square foot congregate care facility on a 13.29 acre site. The area is zoned general commercial and a congregate care facility is allowed in the district with the approval of an SUP.

For this and other items, please click here.

Meet & Greet with Michelle Pedersen for Carson City School Board – Trustee 7

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:23:12 +0000

By Committee to Elect Michelle Pedersen

Join the Committee to Elect Michelle Pedersen for an opportunity to meet Michelle, your candidate for Carson City School Board - Trustee 7, on Saturday, April 27 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM at San Marcos Grill, located at 250 E. Winnie Lane, Carson City.

Learn more about Michelle's vision for our schools, her extensive volunteer experience, and how she plans to use her leadership skills to benefit the Carson City School District. Come discuss the future of our educational community, ask questions, and find out why Michelle is passionate about making a positive impact.

We look forward to seeing you there to support a dedicated member of our community.

Date: Saturday, April 27
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: San Marcos Grill, 250 E. Winnie Lane, Carson City

For more information and to RSVP, please email electmichellepedersen@gmail.com. For more information about Michelle Pedersen, visit https://electmichellepedersen.poliengine.com/.

Community invited to participate in 'Walk for Hope' at WNC's Carson City campus

Jeff Munson — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:05:27 +0000

Event Date:

May 1, 2024 - 9:00am

Western Nevada College

Western Nevada College’s Veterans Resource Center and Wildcat Veterans Club invite the community to participate in a Walk for Hope on Wednesday, May 1, at 9 a.m.

It's an opportunity to bring awareness to the national and local issue of suicide and identify local resources and learning opportunities for prevention. Veterans and military personnel experience death by suicide at a rate that is about 1.5 times higher than civilian populations.

"As an institution that has a very robust student veteran population, we are alarmed at the number of veterans around the country who have taken their own lives," said WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe. "Our Veterans Resource Center takes suicide awareness very seriously and the Walk for Hope is one way that we can show support for all veterans. Please join us for this 1-mile walk on May 1!"

Attendees will meet in Carson Nugget Hall, which is located on the second floor of the Aspen Building on the Carson City campus and the Nevada National Guard Color Guard will be providing the Flag ceremony to kick off our event. The Nevada Army National Guard chaplain's assistant will also be providing the invocation. President Dr. Dalpe, WNC students and community members will also provide a message of hope and information on available resources for those in crisis.

After the presentations, the 1-mile walk will commence from Carson Nugget Hall to the trail behind the campus. This event will take place rain or shine and guests should wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

For more information, phone Deb Conrad at 775-445-3302.

School attendance, absenteeism examined at Carson City Juvenile Services parent night

Jeff Munson — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:08:46 +0000

Event Date:

April 25, 2024 - 6:00pm

Parent night series hosted by Carson City Juvenile Services will examine school absenteeism and attendance this Thursday, April 25. Parents, families and students are encouraged to attend.

The meeting is in English (last week's meeting on the same subjects was held in Spanish). The meeting will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Juvenile Services Probation Office, 740 S. Saliman Road, Carson City.

For more information and to RSVP for this event, contact Michelle Entz at mentz@carson.org or 775-283-7640.

Carson City Juvenile Services offers walk-in and crisis intervention services to anyone in the community in need of supportive services with their children. Contact the office directly at 775-887-2033 to request a walk-in appointment, or fill out an online referral for services in the link here.

To keep up to date with Carson City Juvenile Services events, check out their website and Facebook page.

Carson City family-friendly activities for the last week of April

Kelsey Penrose — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 17:55:00 +0000

Event Date:

Repeats every day until Sun Apr 28 2024 .

April 23, 2024 (All day)

April 24, 2024 (All day)

April 25, 2024 (All day)

April 26, 2024 (All day)

April 27, 2024 (All day)

April 28, 2024 (All day)

by Kelsey Penrose

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around the capital city.

Tuesday, April 23

Open Play at Messy Kids Art School

Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.

Baby Bookworms Storytime at the Carson City Library

For children ages 0-24 months; join in for weekly stories, songs and structured free play time from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Clear Creek Bowmen hosting Tuesday Night Shoots now through August at Carson City Archery Range, youth 17 and under are free

Clear Creek Bowmen will be hosting Tuesday Night Shoots from now until August at the Carson City Archery Range, located (just East of Eagle Valley Golf Course.

Wednesday, April 24

Open Play at Messy Kids Art School

Grown Up and Guppies at the Carson City Aquatic Center

Head over to the Carson City Aquatics Center every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. for Grown ups and Guppies. Making the water fun for your guppy is the most important step in preparing for swim lessons. This class is designed to acquaint adult and child wild play activities and to teach very basic fundamental skills. The course is parent-driven, under the supervision of an instructor. No registration required. Class is limited to 12 adult/child pairs on a first-come first served basis. For ages 6 months to 4 years.

Storytime Wednesdays at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada

Join in for weekly storytime with an accompanying craft each Wednesday. Recommended for children ages 1 - 6. All included with museum admission.

Art Studio Craft Classes at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada

Drop-in art studio every Wednesday and Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. Creative art studio projects are included with museum admission. All ages welcome. Additional crafts are available for cost.

Lego Club at the Carson City Library

For elementary school aged children. Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with Lego education materials. No registration is required. From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Bedtime Bears Storytime at the Carson City Library

For kids of all ages: Join us every Wednesday night for stories, songs and crafts designed to help kids wind down at the end of the day. From 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 25

Open Play at Messy Kids Art School

Big Kid Butterflies Storytime at the Carson City Library

For children ages 1 to 5; join for weekly stories, songs and crafts. No registration is required. 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Open STEM Lab Thursdays at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada

The STEM Classroom is open every Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. for funny educational, weekly activities. All included with museum admission. All ages welcome.

Fingerboarding Club at the Carson City Library

Enjoy doing tricks and having fun with miniature skateboards. A table will be set up with a skatepark for an hour of fnigerboarding. Fingerboards will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Open to patrons 14 and up. No registration required. From 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

‘Music Here and Afar’ Concert April 25 at the Carson City Community Center

Carson City Symphony's Youth Strings ensembles, Youth Chorus, and Not Quite Ready for Carnegie Hall Players (NQR) adult intermediate string ensemble, will feature music and dance of the Scottish Highland in a "Music Here and Afar" concert on Thursday, April 25, 6:30 p.m., at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street. This family friendly concert is open to all and admission is free.

Friday, April 26

Art Studio Craft Classes at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada

Drop-in art studio every Wednesday and Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. Creative art studio projects are included with museum admission. All ages welcome. Additional crafts are available for cost.

Saturday, April 27

Junior Ranger Day at Riverview Park

Junior Park Ranger Day is an annual event dedicated to help kids complete their Junior Ranger Adventure Guides and be sworn in all in one day! Jr Rangers will get hands on learning experiences with Park Rangers from Carson City! Kids (and adults if desired) of all ages will receive a FREE Carson City JR Ranger Adventure Guide that will be used on their adventures throughout the day. Park Rangers will also be leading 3 different guided hikes. Once their requirements in the guide are completed, they can receive an official patch and be sworn in as a Carson City Junior Park Ranger!

Chess Club for all ages at the Carson City Library

Stop by and play chess, or learn to play chess, at the Carson City Library every Saturday from 12 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. All skill levels are welcome.

Pokemon Club

Pokémon Club Every 2nd & 4th Saturday 12:30PM-2:30PM All skill levels welcome Practice decks are available to borrow if needed.

Sunday, April 28

Did we miss any? Send any family-friendly event information to kelsey@carsonnow.org, or comment below!

Carson High AP students featured on KNVC’s 'Masterclass for Master Plans' Friday

Jeff Munson — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:29:45 +0000

Event Date:

April 26, 2024 - 12:00pm

At noon Friday April 26 on Paul Esswein’s radio program "A Masterclass for Master Plans" on KNVC 95.1 FM Carson City Community Radio, Carson High School AP students Bebe Keil and Tanner McCune will be his guests.

Esswein and the students will discuss how the Carson City Master Plan effects education from the students’ point of view.

The Carson City Master Plan is a comprehensive document involving the establishment of long-term goals for the greater Carson City community.

The primary emphasis of the Comprehensive Master Plan is to provide long-range guidance to property owners, citizens and Carson City decision makers on land use issues such as where residential, commercial and industrial development should occur in the future, and at what densities.

Paul Esswein's "A Masterclass on Master Plans" Program can be heard at 12 noon on Fridays on KNVC 95.1 FM Carson City Community Radio and KNVC.org. Program scheduling and replays are available at KNVC.org.

The Starliters at Polecat Tavern, Saturday, May 4th at 7pm

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 13:38:26 +0000

By Chrissi Barnett

The Starliters are a variety band that perform current tunes with a present-day vibe such as Zak Brown, Darius Rucker and Norah Jones as well as generations of classics featuring The Beatles, Stones, Elvis, Chuck Berry and Rockabilly influences.

They deliver many country standards from Johnny Cash, Haggard, Hank Williams, Marty Robbins to traditional western swing styles. They often change between genres seamlessly and add irresistible classics from the great American songbook flawlessly performing Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Tony Bennett, Louis Jordan and Louis Armstrong favorites!

Appearing at casinos, clubs, wineries, special events and private parties throughout northern Nevada and California.
Check out their website http://starlitersreno.com/

Polecat Tavern
260 W Winnie Lane
Carson City, NV 89703
21+only, no cover, non-smoking
Full bar, Food delivery allowed

The Mane Event

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 23:04:59 +0000

By Between Horses and Humans

Join us for The Mane Event on Saturday, June 1, at Cowork Tahoe from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. We’re excited for a fun-filled day for the entire family! Here’s what’s in store:

Help paint a communal mural to be displayed proudly at the barn!
Meet & greet adorable animals.
Let your imagination run wild with face painting fun.
Enjoy live music that will keep you tapping your toes all day long.
Bid on fantastic items in our silent auction.
Exciting kids' raffle with prizes galore!

Tickets are $40 per adult and $10 per child, covering entry, food & drinks, and access to all activities. Best of all, every dollar raised will be generously matched by Untethered up to $35,000, amplifying the impact of your donation!

Proceeds will benefit Between Horses and Humans and allow us to continue our mission to support children and provide not only life-long skills but companionship and compassion to the students we serve.

Get your tickets now and learn more at the link! https://givebutter.com/BHHManeEvent

Carson Ridge Disc Golf Clean-Up happening May 4

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 23:02:43 +0000

By Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space

Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is looking for volunteers to help us clean up trash and other debris at the Carson Ridge Disc Golf Course on Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to noon. Register today using the link here to spend a sunny day volunteering with your community.

Spring prescribed fire operations continue this week at Lake Tahoe

Jeff Munson — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 22:21:56 +0000

Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team

Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team members, Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District and the USDA Forest Service, may burn piles this week at Lake Tahoe if conditions and weather are favorable. Smoke will be present.

View smoke management tips and the current air quality index at AirNow, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency/Forest Service Fire and Smoke Map and the prescribed fire map with details at Tahoe Living With Fire. To be added to the prescribed fire notification list, send us an email, sm.fs.paltbmu@usda.gov.

Prescribed fires are a vital forest management tool used by land managers to help protect communities by removing fuels that can feed unwanted wildland fires. Burning excess vegetation also benefits forest health by making room for new growth which provides forage for wildlife, recycling nutrients back into the soil and reducing the spread of insects and disease.

Prescribed fire managers use different methods to remove excess vegetation (fuels) and reintroduce low-intensity fire into forests through pile, broadcast, and understory burning. Pile burning involves burning slash piles that are constructed by hand or mechanical equipment. Broadcast and understory burning use low-intensity fire to remove fuels under specific environmental conditions with fire confined to a predetermined area.

Historically, low-intensity wildfires ignited by lightning or native peoples routinely burned through fire-adapted ecosystems of the Sierra Nevada. These low-intensity fires burned at low temperatures and moved slowly across the ground removing forest debris such as pinecones, needles, limbs, dead and downed trees, and ladder fuels. Watch the Forest Service video for an in-depth explanation of low-intensity fire. Prescribed fires are intended to mimic these naturally occurring low-intensity fires that are essential to fire-adapted ecosystems.

Prescribed fires may take place any time of year when conditions are favorable.

The TFFT strongly supports the use of prescribed fire under appropriate conditions and works closely with air quality districts to avert smoke impacts on the public. Smoke from prescribed fires is normal and may continue for several days after an ignition depending on the project size, conditions, and weather. Prescribed fire smoke is generally less intense and of much shorter duration than smoke produced by unwanted wildfires.

Smoke from prescribed burns, wildfire or wood burning stoves may hang low to the ground at night and in the early morning due to a phenomenon known as a temperature inversion. A temperature inversion is when warm air “caps” cooler air, causing smoke to become trapped in valley bottoms at night and in the early morning.

Prior to prescribed fire ignitions, agencies coordinate closely with local and state air quality agencies to monitor weather for favorable conditions that will disperse smoke, conduct test burns before igniting larger areas to verify how well vegetation is consumed and how smoke rises and disperses before proceeding, post signs on roadways in areas affected by prescribed fire operations, email notifications to the prescribed fire notification list, and update the local fire information line at 530-543-2816.

The TFFT gives as much advance notice as possible before burning, but some operations may be conducted on short notice due to the small window of opportunity for implementing these projects.

Learn more about living in fire-adapted ecosystems, prescribed fie and fuels reduction at Tahoe Living With Fire and get prepared, get informed, and get involved.

NDOT meetings this week seek input on US-395 corridor between Carson City and state line

Jeff Munson — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:01:11 +0000

NDOT news release

The Nevada Department of Transportation will host a virtual meeting and in-person public meetings to gather public feedback on proposed options for improving US-395 between southern Carson City and the Nevada-California border at Topaz Lake.

Those interested can visit ndotus395.com or attend one of two public meetings for information and to submit feedback.

Virtual meeting option: Visitors can view project information and provide comments by visiting the virtual public meeting at ndotus395.com anytime through May 9, 2024.

Or, those interested can opt to provide feedback via one of two in-person meetings:

In-person options: Two in-person open house public meetings will be held on the following dates.

— Tuesday, April 23 between 4-7 p.m. at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center located at 1329 Waterloo Lane in Gardnerville.

— Wednesday, April 24 between 4-7 p.m. Carson City Fuji Park Exhibit Hall located at 701 Old Clear Creek Road.
The meetings will be held in an open house format, with a formal presentation beginning at 5:30 p.m. The same informational presentation will be provided at each meeting.

Both English and Spanish language will be available.

Livestream: The formal project presentation will be live-streamed on April 23 at 5:30 p.m. via the NDOT Facebook page (@NevadaDOT).

Comments can be submitted at the public meeting or via instructions provided as part of the virtual public meeting.

Those needing additional assistance with access to the meeting can contact (702) 385-6509 or email jhopkins@dot.nv.gov.

The plan evaluates the long-term vision, needs, and priorities to develop a Corridor Action Plan for U.S. 395 between East Clearview Drive in Carson City and the Nevada-California border at Topaz Lake and provides the foundation for future environmental studies.

In a recent five-year period, eleven lives were lost on this section of highway. The study, projected to complete in summer 2024, will develop goals, recommendations, and strategies to enhance roadway safety and use, as well as provide decision-makers with guidance for potential corridor improvements in the future.

A second round of public meetings will gather additional public feedback on study recommendations before the study is finalized. Prior to design and prioritization of any future highway improvements, a thorough review of potential benefits, physical challenges, environmental constraints, and more will be conducted.

The U.S. 395 Southern Sierra Corridor Study updates a previous corridor study, conducted in 2007, to reflect new population and transportation status and needs. The plan is being developed cooperatively with Douglas County, the Carson City Metropolitan Planning Organization, and other stakeholders and public participants who provide input.

Further state transportation information is available at dot.nv.gov or by calling (775) 888-7000.

All aboard the Twain Train for the second annual Mark Twain Days Festival

Jeff Munson — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:25:14 +0000

Event Date:

May 10, 2024 - 2:30pm

by Molly Ellery

Prepare for a phenomenal adventure as the Twain Train VIP Excursion makes its triumphant return to the second annual Mark Twain Days Festival. Departing from the Eastgate Depot in Carson City on Friday, May 10 at 2:30 p.m., passengers will embark on a remarkable 24-mile round trip ride to Virginia City where they can experience various Mark Twain events.

This year, upon boarding, each guest will receive a complimentary souvenir glass to commemorate the journey. As the train chugs along, attendees will also indulge in specially curated snacks and hand-crafted elixirs, created exclusively for this valiant excursion.

Tickets for this unforgettable journey start at $125, with VIP tables and a private room available for those seeking an extra special experience. For more information about the Twain Train and to purchase tickets, visit www.Marktwaindays.com.

“We are thrilled for the return of the Twain Train which will bring passengers to Virginia City as part of the second annual Mark Twain Days Festival,” said Todd Tuttle, director of the Virginia City Tourism Commission. “This adventure is part of a partnership between Visit Carson City and The Brewery Arts Center to celebrate a famed Nevadan and his impact on our home.”

Throughout the ride, local musicians, storytellers and beloved Mark Twain characters will roam the cars, captivating travelers with talks of adventure and wit. Upon arriving in Virginia City, passengers will have 3.5 hours to explore the historic town and the many Mark Twain themed events scheduled for the day. Additional amenities include free shuttles for train passengers in Virginia City as well as drinks and snacks onboard the train.

Special exhibitions, merchants, saloons and more await as guests stroll the streets once walked by Mark Twain himself. Attendees can also look forward to a unique exhibit at St. Mary’s Art Center, interactive demonstrations at the Fourth Ward School & Museum and a special sneak-peak of the Territorial Enterprise Museum. The Mark Twain Casino will also offer Twain-themed merchandise, complimentary mustaches and special photo opportunities exclusively for guests 21 and above.

Turkeys illegally dumped at Nevada wildlife management area

Jeff Munson — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:07:01 +0000

NDOW news release

ALAMO, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Wildlife is seeking the public’s help in identifying two individuals responsible for illegally releasing approximately 25 turkeys onto the Key Pittman Wildlife Management Area on April 9, 2024.

Game wardens were called to the Key Pittman WMA, about 110 miles north of Las Vegas along the Great Basin Highway, where staff had found more than two dozen turkeys at the south end of Nesbit Lake on the WMA. The wardens were able to locate a witness that saw a white truck with a crew cab towing a horse trailer heading in that direction.

During their investigation, game wardens were able to track down security footage (see attached photos) at a local convenience store that shows the truck and trailer stopping for gas before heading north on U.S. Route 93 at 1 p.m. The video shows a large dent on the passenger side door.

Unfortunately, the video does not have a clear view of the license plate or the persons in question. Game wardens believe the suspects are from Clark County as they arrived from the south and headed back the same way. NDOW is asking for anyone who might recognize the vehicle or the person to contact the Department.

“Our hope is that someone might have seen or heard something or might recognize the vehicle from the photo. Any information could be key to this investigation,” said Game Warden Lieutenant John Anderson. “At this time of year those turkeys would have been making a whole lot of noise. Maybe there’s a neighbor who notices a sudden drop in noise coming from over the fence. You never know what might be helpful.”

Anyone with any information can contact NDOW through the Operation Game Thief hotline at (800) 992-3030 or by using the NDOW Tip app. The NDOW Tip app provides citizens the ability to submit anonymous tips, photos, or video to the Nevada Department of Wildlife via text messaging. NDOW Tip is available for download for free via the Google Play Store, iTunes App Store, or by visiting the agency’s website at www.ndow.org.

Game Division Administrator Shawn Espinosa is quick to point out all the things that could go bad by releasing animals into the wild. “The birds released were likely either domestic turkeys or wild turkeys that have been fed by humans and habituated. That brings up a myriad of concerns not the least of which is disease,” said Espinosa. “They could have any number of diseases that could be devastating to the wild bird population in the area.”

Espinosa also explains that domestic or habituated turkeys have no idea how to survive in the wild as they have been pen raised and/or fed by humans their entire life. If left in the wild, they would likely wind-up succumbing to the elements or be eaten by predators.

Vinyl Pick-nic

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 19:00:44 +0000

By Will Houk and KNVC 95.1 FM

Join Will Houk from 95.1FM KNVC Carson City Community radio for a lazy Sunday as the BAC Exhibition Hall is turned into a listening lounge. Will is bringing a crate of vinyl records and guests are encouraged to bring records of their own that they would like to share for a spin on the provided turntables.

Take in the current art exhibition while getting exposed to new music, making new friends,sipping libations, and enjoying eats from a food truck. The event begins at 2 p.m.

This is a free all ages event, food and beverages are available for purchase.

Classic Rock by the KRD at Bella Vita Bistro Friday April 26

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 18:36:10 +0000

Classic rock by the KRD at Bella Vita Bistro

The KRD, classic rock duo from Dayton, are back at Bella Vita Bistro on either the indoor patio, or weather permitting, the outdoor patio, this Friday night April 26, starting at 5:00 (outside) or 5:30 (inside). If you haven't seen them before, this duo recreates classic rock hits from the 60's to today, This duo usually packs the place so reservations are advised. Please call 775-515-4300.

Carson City School Board to discuss student to teacher ratios, educator awards, and more Tuesday

Kelsey Penrose — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 18:31:55 +0000

Event Date:

April 23, 2024 - 6:00pm

by Kelsey Penrose

The Carson City School Board meeting will take place Tuesday, April 23 beginning at 6 p.m. at Carson High School.

The board will receive an update regarding the district’s class size reduction quarterly report.

By state law, classrooms must meet a certain teacher to student ratio. By NRS 388.700, these range from 16:1 for Kindergarten - second grade, 18:1 for third grade, and 25:1 for fourth and fifth grades.

However, under NRS 388.720, school districts of counties with populations of less than 100,000 people are able to set alternative ratios so long as they develop a plan to reduce the pupil-teacher ratios.

Those ratios allow for a 22:1 ratio for grades first through third, and 25:1 for grades four and five.

Currently, all schools with the exception of Empire Elementary and Mark Twain Elementary are over the allowed ratio of 16:1 for Kindergarten, ranging from 17:1 to 19:1.

For first grades, the only school over the allowed ratio is Seeliger Elementary with a 23:1 ratio.

All schools are complying for second grade classrooms.

All schools with the exception of Fremont, Fritsch and Seeliger Elementary are compliant in third grade. Those noncompliant range from 23:1 to 25:1.

All schools are complying for fourth grade and fifth grade classrooms.

— Awards will be given in recognition of the 2024 Carson City School District Educational Support Professionals of the Year, Certified Educators of the Year, and Administrator of the Year.

Activities and Events:

Wednesday, April 24, 2024, Professional Learning for Staff; students dismiss at the following times:
o Pre-K – 10:55 a.m.
o Carson High School – 11:40 a.m.
o Pioneer Academy – 11:50 a.m.
o Middle Schools – 12:00 p.m.
o Elementary Schools – 12:40 p.m.

For more information please visit https://www.carsoncityschools.com/

Deadline for purchasing 'Victorian Secrets With Tea' tickets extended to Thursday

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 18:09:47 +0000

By David Bugli, Secretary, Carson City Historical Society

There are still a few spaces left for the "Victorian Secrets With Tea" on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The deadline for signing up has been extended to Thursday, April 25. The Carson City Historical Society (CCHC) presents this afternoon tea in the Carriage House behind the Foreman-Roberts Historic House at 1207 Carson Street, Carson City.

The program includes a talk by Rebecca Van Sickle on Victorian dress called "What They Wore: An Intimate Look At Victorian Dress." She will provide a dress-up demonstration and lecture. After the talk there will be a tour of the historic Foreman-Roberts House.

Rebecca Van Sickle is a local living historian and budding costuming enthusiast. From a young age, she has been fascinated with Victorian dress and was introduced to 1860s' fashion while her parents were re-enactors in the early '90s. Rebecca is a native Nevadan and is proud to share her love of history with Carson City and the surrounding communities.

For reservation or questions, call Liz Cain at 775-315-9111. The cost of the event is $40.00 general admission and $35.00 for Historical Society members. Tickets can be purchased online at cchistorical.org or by mailed-in check sent to CCHS, PO Box 1864, Carson City, NV 89702-1864.

CCHS lectures are held periodically in the Carriage House of the Foreman-Roberts Historic House located at 1207 Carson Street, Carson City. Information about Carson City Historical Society events can be found at CCHistorical.org. For further information about CCHS events, email carsoncityhistoricalsociety@gmail.com.

BAYA Summer Sport Series announces volleyball Friday at the MAC in Carson City

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 17:36:01 +0000

Brewery Arts Center

BAYA is taking over the MAC in Carson City for an all out volleyball battle royal. With 4 courts in action, all skill levels are welcome and matched with players at the same level.

The name of the game is fun, and win lose or draw, we’re all eating pizza. Fee to participate, $10.

BAYA was formed in 2021 to provide opportunities for teens and young adults to organize and participate in curated events. So far they have organized a rock concert, a silent disco, and open mic nights at the BAC campus. Members are learning valuable skills while developing, marketing and running events of their own creation.

BAYA events are open to everyone while being curated for the teen and young adult community.

BAYA is always open to new members and volunteers.

The MAC is located at 1860 Russell Way, Carson City.

Carson City deputies make arrests for indecent exposure, obstructing and domestic battery

Jeff Munson — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 17:28:48 +0000

A 43-year-old man was arrested Friday for suspicion indecent exposure, a gross misdemeanor offense, and felony Department of Alternative Sentencing violation, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

According to the report, deputies responded to a call where a man was running around the property naked and screaming. Deputies arrived at the location and knocked on the door of the residence. The man, William Ellergy, opened the door wearing only a shirt with no pants or underwear, the arrest report states.

The man stated he was doing nothing. Officers observed the man constantly moving his jaw back and forth appearing to be under the influence of narcotics. The man was detained. He was asked why he was walking around outside naked. The man replied "I have a shirt on," the arrest report states.

Due to his erratic behavior, he was placed in a patrol vehicle. Deputies continued their investigation. He was arrested for suspicion of indecent exposure and felony violation of alternative sentencing conditions. Bail: $3,000 cash.

In other arrests:
— A 29-year-old man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of misdemeanor obstructing a police officer. According to the report, a deputy was called to a North Carson Street pharmacy in reference to an unwanted subject. A deputy was advised there was a highly intoxicated man inside who had urinated on the door inside the store.

Officers arrived and learn the man went to a market on Winnie Lane. He was found and asked to step outside the store. The man refused to step outside and refused to give his name after several requests. He then turned his back and walked away from the deputy. The officer grabbed the man's right arm where the man resisted. He was arrested. Bail: $1,137.

— A 33-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of driving with a suspended driver's license, no insurance and no registration. Bail: $600.

— A 28-year-old Carson City man, Anthony Sparks, was arrested early Monday for suspicion of possession of a controlled substance and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. Bail: $2,500.

— A 36-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Friday for suspicion of domestic battery. According to the booking report, officers were called to a residence for a welfare check on a woman and for possible domestic abuse.

Officers met with the woman, who advised she was an alcoholic and hit her boyfriend in the back of the head several times. As she was being questioned by a deputy she became verbally abusive toward the officer, arguing and ranting, the report states.

She provided a preliminary breath test of .357. The father of the woman's autistic child was called for an interview and to care for their child. The man said he did not want the woman to get into trouble and blamed himself for making her angry, the report states. The man was told the woman admitted to punching him in the back of the head. The man repeatedly took responsibility for the situation and stated he did not want to press charges.

After the investigation, officers booked the woman for suspicion of domestic battery as the woman had informed the officer she was the primary aggressor.

Due to the woman's level of intoxication she was taken to the hospital. Once she was cleared she was taken to jail. Bail: $3,112.

One recovery effort, two strains of fish. The complex comeback of Lahontan cutthroat trout

admin — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 16:28:05 +0000

Amy Alonzo, The Nevada Independent

It’s spawning day at the Lahontan National Fish Hatchery Complex, and volunteers clad in rubber boots and jackets move quickly around the south Gardnerville building, fishing nets in hand.

They swoop the nets into giant pools of water chilled to mimic temperatures found in local waterways, extracting mature male Lahontan cutthroat trout one at a time. The fish, which are sedated but still active, squirm as they are carried across the hatchery.

There, a group of biologists waiting to handle the fish reach into the nets, gently extract a fish, and begin massaging its abdomen from head to tail, manually extracting milt — the semen-filled fluid of male fish. The milt is stored in small vials marked with letters and numbers like a game of bingo — G83, H24, F17 — and is later manually mixed with the eggs of fish deemed genetically compatible.

The biologists handle each fish for only a matter of seconds, but there are hundreds of trout, and the process takes hours.

“We know what male is spawning with what female, which doesn’t normally happen in a hatchery,” said U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service project leader Lisa Heki. “It’s not random.”

It’s a scene that plays out once a week from early February through mid-May in an elaborate effort to breed pure Pilot Peak Lahontan cutthroat trout, a unique strain adapted to grow large and live long. According to the service, the Pilot Peak strain directly descended from trout that once swam in Pyramid Lake before the fish were believed to be extirpated from the Truckee River corridor.

Miles from the hatchery and much closer to the original spawning grounds of the Lahontan cutthroat trout, members of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe spawn trout of their own.

The fish don’t spend their lives in a hatchery. Instead, each spring they swim upstream from Pyramid Lake, blocked from going further than 3 miles up the Truckee River by the Marble Bluff Fish Passage and Research Facility.

Although the facility has a passageway for fish to move upstream, only select Lahontan cutthroat trout raised at the Gardnerville hatchery move past Marble Bluff. Fish that were raised by the tribe instead swim into a manmade channel, where staff net and spawn them before returning them to Pyramid Lake

The federal and tribal spawning operations are vital in the ongoing recovery of a population of fish that is culturally significant to the tribe and valuable to sportsmen, but it’s unclear whether the fish — once listed on the federal endangered species list and since downgraded to threatened — can continue to rebound without such intensive human intervention.

Preserving populations

Lahontan cutthroat trout are the only trout native to the Tahoe Basin. The largest cutthroat trout species in the world, they grow half an inch per year in the wild and are known for reaching 4 feet in length.

They evolved in ancient Lake Lahontan, which spanned more than 8,600 square miles of the western Great Basin. As the lake dried up thousands of years ago, the trout persevered in the region’s remaining waterways.

Prior to European settlement, it is believed the fish occupied more than 7,400 miles of streams and numerous lakes. As Europeans settled in the region, the fish population steadily declined due to the introduction of nonnative fish, overharvesting, mining, water diversions and dams.

The 1905 construction of the Derby Dam on the Truckee River proved particularly devastating to the trout. It diverted nearly 50 percent of the river’s water, and the last natural run of Lahontan cutthroat trout down the Truckee River was in the 1940s.

For decades, there were few, if any, Lahontan cutthroat trout in Pyramid Lake, according to Chris Crookshanks, fisheries division administrator for the Nevada Department of Wildlife. But in the 1970s, Lahontan cutthroat trout were pulled from other Northern Nevada lakes to build up the population at Pyramid Lake and, in 1973, Pyramid Lake Fisheries was formed.

Around the same time, a federal biologist discovered fish in remote Morrison Creek on the Nevada-Utah border that looked like trout — but not the Bonneville cutthroat trout he was looking for. They looked like Lahontan cutthroat trout, yet they weren’t in a waterway considered part of their native range.

There were no live samples to compare DNA with, so samples were compared to museum specimens of Lahontan cutthroat trout harvested between 1872 and 1911. Genetic testing confirmed the remote desert fish were descendants of the Lahontan cutthroat trout that once called Pyramid Lake and the Truckee River home.

In 1995, fertilized eggs from the remote fish — dubbed the Pilot Peak strain after a nearby mountain — were transported back to Northern Nevada. That effort was the start of the now expansive hatchery program in Gardnerville. In 2006, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe restocked the Pilot Peak strain back into Pyramid Lake.

The next year, a fire burned through the Morrison Creek area. Few Lahontan cutthroat trout survived, according to Danelle Lloyd, hatchery manager.

“That is why these types of programs can be instrumental in preserving these populations,” she said.

Maintaining genetic diversity

Each spring, hundreds of thousands of Lahontan cutthroat trout — both Pilot Peak strain and not — are stocked into water across Nevada and Eastern California, including nearly a half million in Pyramid Lake alone.

The fish were listed as endangered in 1970, but in 1975, they were reclassified as threatened, opening them to recreational fishing, and the lake, as well as the Truckee River, are now renowned angling destinations.

The Gardnerville hatchery’s broodstock — the mature, genetically sorted fish used for breeding — will never be planted in Pyramid Lake or Tahoe. Those fish will be used as broodstock for the duration of their lives — about five to six years at the hatchery — to continue producing what Heki describes as genetically strong offspring.

Each of the hatchery’s mature fish is tagged and has a clipped fin. Before the fish spawn, fin clippings are sent to a lab in Montana that determines the best crosses to get maximum genetic diversity and prevent inbreeding of the fish.

“We’re not directing the genetics here, but we are trying to maintain the genetic diversity,” said Jason Smith, the hatchery’s broodstock coordinator.

The hatchery has done a good job maintaining that diversity, said Jason Barnes, a biologist with Trout Unlimited who focuses on Lahontan cutthroat trout.

“In the wild, those genes would plummet,” Barnes said.

After the milt is extracted from the males and eggs are extracted from females, the two are mixed in plastic bags and the fertilized eggs are placed in trays where they develop into “eyed eggs” — eggs that appear to have tiny eyes in them — and then fry. As fry — tiny fish — they live in large troughs filled with grooves that mimic the protection that gravel and small rocks would provide in the wild.

About 150 of the thousands of new offspring produced this year will be kept on-site and raised to replace the broodstock that is aging out, separated, as are all the fish, by age and gender. By about 3 years of age, they will be ready to spawn.

The Gardnerville hatchery’s process is effective but goes against nature, according to officials from the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe. The fish that swim into the tribe’s channel are those that nature has chosen, they say, rather than those that are artificially selected by scientists, and their reproduction and survival should not hinge on humans.

Locked out of the Truckee River

Pelicans swoop overhead and buzzers sound at the Marble Bluff Fish Passage Facility. Just 3 miles upstream from Pyramid Lake, the facility plays a pivotal role in which Lahontan cutthroat trout can spawn upstream and which can’t.

Prior to the 1900s, Lahontan cutthroat trout would travel as far as the Sierra Nevada to spawn — more than 100 miles upstream.

After Derby Dam was built, Truckee River water was diverted throughout the region, resulting in lowered flows to Pyramid Lake. With the lowered flows, a large sandbar formed at the mouth of the river, blocking upstream migrations except in high flow years.

In 1975, Marble Bluff Dam was built 3 miles above Pyramid Lake to help manage the sandbar problem. Its associated facility allows fish to move upstream through a passageway with a contraption similar to an elevator, added to the facility in 1998. The elevator can hold up to 3,000 cui-ui, a type of sucker fish found only in Pyramid Lake, or up to 120 of the much larger Lahontan cutthroat trout.

But the elevator doesn’t just move the fish upstream — that could be accomplished with a simple fish ladder. Instead, the elevator deposits them into holding pens, where biologists measure their length, weight and sex. They also note which trout were raised in the hatchery, and which were not.

The fraction of fish that are determined by Marble Bluff biologists to be Pilot Peak strain are dropped into a tube that connects to the Truckee River upstream of the dam, where they can swim upstream and spawn; the fish of questionable heritage are deposited back in the river below the dam.

Installed in 2016, the tube is touted by federal fish managers as the key to creating a pure strain of Lahontan cutthroat trout that will repopulate the Truckee River on its own.

But to others involved in the fish’s recovery, the tube represents a hindrance that focuses too much on the Pilot Peak strain and not enough on the recovery of the species as a whole.

Mike Sevon, retired fishery supervisor for the Nevada Department of Wildlife’s Western Region, recalls more than a decade ago watching members of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service extract federally-raised fish from the tribal spawning channel so that those raised in the Gardnerville hatchery did not mix with non-hatchery fish.

The Gardnerville fish come from a strain Sevon describes as “special” and “the real deal.” But he doesn’t believe they should be separated from other Lahontan cutthroat trout.

“I don’t see anything wrong with mixing up fish that traditionally were in the headwaters of the Truckee and the Pilot Peak lacustrine (lake) fish,” Sevon said.

Letting nature prevail

Driving along Interstate 80 east of Reno, Heki, the Fish and Wildlife project leader, points to stands of cottonwoods and gravel bars. They didn’t exist when she started her career decades ago. Instead, they were developed and planted over the years to facilitate Lahontan cutthroat trout spawning and provide bank stability and shade to cool the fish — a shift in the way the river was utilized.

For much of the 20th century, the Truckee River was viewed as little more than a ditch conveying water to downstream agricultural users, Crookshanks said. Habitat and wildlife were rarely considered as more and more water was diverted for agriculture.

That mindset shifted in the late 20th Century, as officials and lawmakers sought a balance between preserving natural resources and agricultural needs.

Those river enhancements include efforts to aid fish seeking to move upstream.

In 2020, a fish bypass at Derby Dam opened to allow fish to swim past the dam for the first time in more than a century.

And last year, the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe secured nearly $8.3 million from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to build a rock ramp at Numana Dam, located between Pyramid Lake and Derby Dam, to help fish swim past the diversion.

But the further the fish stray from Pyramid Lake, the more likely they are to spawn with nonnative fish such as rainbow trout.

Nonnative fish — including rainbow trout — were introduced to the Truckee River more than a century ago. Having thrived in the river for so long, the state department of wildlife considers them “naturalized.”

Sometimes, rainbow trout wash down toward Pyramid Lake near the mouth of the river, Barnes said. Although the lake’s salinity prevents them from living in the lake, they can survive in the lower stretches of the river during the spring before the water temperature gets too high, allowing them to mix with some Lahontan cutthroat trout.

Further upstream, rainbow trout thrive in less saline water. As the Pilot Peak strain make their way up the river to spawn, they can mix with the rainbow. About 8 percent of recently studied river Lahontan cutthroat trout were hybridized, according to Barnes.

There are also brown trout, which spawn in the fall and don’t represent a hybridization problem for the Lahontan cutthroat trout — but do represent a predatory threat.

“(Wildlife managers) can’t get rid of them, and the cutthroat can’t compete with them,” Sevon said.

Moving forward, the goal is to achieve a naturally reproducing population of the Pilot Peak strain in Pyramid Lake and the Truckee River, Heki said, and rangewide to have the fish recover enough so they can be delisted.

But a self-sustaining population would negate the need of the elaborate efforts at the hatchery, which, along with the Marble Bluff Fish Passage Facility and its associated conservation office, received $6.3 million in funding last year.

Sevon said he doesn’t see a self-sustaining population coming back to the river. There are too many obstacles, including the nonnative fish in the Truckee River that threaten to spawn with the Lahontan cutthroat trout and create hybrids.

“We tried to explain to the Fish and Wildlife Service when they proposed all of this, that their objective will never be met without using that hatchery until the end of time,” he said.

What the fish are left with is a mishmash of plans to propel their populations forward, with diverse groups each doing what they believe is best for the Lahontan cutthroat trout.

“In the end, there’s just a whole bunch of us who care about the fish,” Sevon said.

— This story is used with permission of The Nevada Independent. Go here for updates to this story and more photos.

Girls on the Run Camp returns to Carson City

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 16:21:04 +0000

By Kylie Daniels

Camp GOTR (Girls on the Run) is coming to Carson City for the second year in a row! Camp GOTR will be a week-long, half-day summer camp from 8 AM- 12 PM at the Carson City Community Center the week of August 5th- August 9th.

Girls on the Run Sierras is a character-building program for girls in 3rd through 8th grade operating in the Reno-Tahoe area.

We teach lessons about the importance of friendship, kindness, and emotional intelligence while creatively integrating physical activity.

Throughout the week, girls will have a safe space to make friendships, build confidence, and find their inner power while enjoying the fun of summer camp!

Learn more about Girls on the Run Sierras and Camp GOTR at https://girlsontherunsierras.org. If you have any questions, please reach out to Kylie at kylie.daniels@girlsontherun.org.

Carson City group Build2Win sponsors panel; to look at qualities of elected officials

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:22:35 +0000

By Bepsy Strasburg, Build2Win

Attend the April 27th workshop at 9am – Qualities of an Effective Elected Official.

1. Do you know how your elected officials should represent you, the voter?
2. What qualities make elected officials excel at their job?
4. Do you feel represented when you attend City or Boards meetings?
5. Does executive experience and problem solving skills benefit all?
7. What qualities, experience and judgment should voters prioritize to make their selection during the upcoming elections?

If you are curious about any of these questions as a voter, you must attend the workshop on Saturday, April 27th at 9am.

Build2Win is sponsoring a panel of distinguished county officials, past and present, to share their insights when they were in local government. As Storey County Commissioner, Clay Mitchell, and former Carson City Supervisor, Shelly Aldean, will tell us the secrets of their successes and lessons learned.

Submit your questions to this esteemed panel by contacting me directly.
Saturday, April 27th
Check-in at 8:30am. Start at 9am.
Ormsby Room, 911 E Musser Street.
Free to attend. Donations to Build2Win is welcome.

This informational session will help voters to define expectations of their elected representatives. Help first-time political candidates what successful behaviors and habits they should emulate to be responsive to their constituents.

MUST ATTEND WORKSHOP TO LEARN WHY BALANCE, JUDGMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY ARE IMPORTANT IN ELECTED OFFICE.

Carson City Park Ranger led programs in May feature Great Basin Hike and Kids to Parks Day

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 23:55:13 +0000

Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department

Every month, the Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, and exciting adventures. All programs are offered for free and take place in one of the many Carson City parks and open space areas.

Online registration is often required so Park Rangers have a proper head count. All programs are subject to cancellation due to Park Ranger availability; registered participants will be notified. You can find more information about each program here.

The Great Basin Hike

Ever wonder what it would be like to live in Carson City thousands of years ago? Carson City is located in the Great Basin and throughout time this area has experienced much change, from the water to the animals this land would look completely unrecognizable to us 15,000 years ago.

Join a Park Ranger at the Odyssey Trail for a hike all about the history of the Great Basin and learn how this area has changed throughout time.

The hike is considered “more difficult” under the IMBA Trail Rating System. Expect moderate terrain with sandy sections and rocky obstacles for about 2 miles. Be sure to bring closed toed shoes, plenty of water and excitement for the Great Basin.

Date: Saturday, May 4, 2024
Time: 9 to 11 a.m.
Location: Prison Hill, Koontz Entrance

Need To Know:
- Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Dogs are allowed on a 6 foot leash
- There is no restroom at the trailhead
- Online registration is required at: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/ccpr/activity/search/detail/8698?o...

Kids to Parks Day

“Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors.” – National Park Trust

The community is invited to Mills Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2024, for the 6th annual Kids to Parks Day event here in Carson City! The celebration will include music, food, outdoor activities from local organizations, educational booths, and the Junior Park Ranger Olympics! The whole community is invited to join in on this fun day of outdoor play!

More information regarding the event will be posted on a later date.

For information or questions contact parkrangers@carson.org or call (775) 283-7035.

ICYM: 'Walk as One at 1' to be celebrated May 4 in Carson City for World Labyrinth Day

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 21:55:40 +0000

Deacon Veronica Galas, St Peter's Episcopal Church

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Carson City will host its first "Walking as One at 1" labyrinth walk on Saturday, May 4 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at 314 N. Division at Telegraph.

"Walking as One at 1" happens on World Labyrinth Day each year where participants across the globe engage in a labyrinth walk at 1 p.m. local time. This synchronized practice creates a 24-hour rolling wave of peaceful energy that passes from one time zone to the next across the world. The idea is to collectively contribute to a sense of unity and harmony.

At 12:45 pm, a brief program to include an introduction to the labyrinth will begin the event. From 1:00 – 2:30 pm there will be an opportunity to walk our labyrinth or join in, seated, with a finger labyrinth. All are welcome and no prior experience is needed.

World Labyrinth Day is an international event held on the first Saturday each May, sponsored by The Labyrinth Society in collaboration with partner organizations.

The intention of WLD is to bring people from all over the planet together in celebration of labyrinths as a symbol, tool, passion, or practice. Labyrinths are found throughout the world with the oldest dating back 4,000 years. In contemporary use, labyrinths provide an opportunity for personal reflection, spiritual practice, or the reduction of stress. For more information about World Labyrinth Day visit: https://www.worldlabyrinthday.org/home

The people of St. Peter’s form an inclusive congregation that strives to be open-minded and spiritually stimulating. The development of our community labyrinth was a decades-old dream that came to fruition in 2018.

All are welcome at St Peter’s Sunday services and/or in walking the labyrinth at your convenience. To learn more, visit www.stpeterscarson.city or call (775) 882-1534.

Keep the tradition alive Carson City: Plant a tree on Arbor Day

Jeff Munson — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 20:15:42 +0000

Event Date:

April 26, 2024 (All day)

By Ronni Hannaman

The wise early settlers of Carson City made sure future residents would enjoy the beauty and the endless benefits that come with the planting of trees. What was then but a barren high-desert sagebrush landscape, is today a celebration of the hardiness of trees as well as the early settlers.

A walk through Carson City's historic downtown or Lone Mountain Cemetery provides physical evidence of the longevity of trees planted long ago, still providing shade for the historic homes and tombstones. Within the cemetery, the oldest tombstones can be found under the canopy of trees.

As we celebrate Arbor Day on Friday, April 26, we pay homage to Sam Davis, Editor of the Nevada Appeal in 1887, for asking wealthy Adolph Sutro, a resident of San Francisco, to donate trees for the downtown. Davis organized the planting of 1,000 trees donated by Sutro on Arbor Day, April 13, 1887.

Those first 1,000 trees were matched by an equal number donated by Carson City’s residents. And, yet another 1,000 trees were donated by the State of Nevada through Governor Charles Stevenson, as was reported in the Territorial Enterprise and Virginia City News on Friday, August 12,1955.

By the end of 1887, an estimated 10,000 trees had their roots firmly planted in Carson City soil earning us the reputation as “City of Trees.” It takes an average of 20-30 years for a tree to grow to maturity. While many trees have well over a 100-year lifespan, few of those early trees could still be alive today.

Thirty years ago in 1994, Carson City was named Tree City USA by the Nevada Division of Forestry under the Nevada Tree City USA Program. Today, the capitol grounds alone has more that 4,200 trees with 890 surrounding the capitol building. When the city repaved the downtown roads in 2016, young trees were planted to provide future residents with a beautiful green canopy often referred to as the downtown urban forest.

As we look around our fair city and the outlying areas this Arbor Day, Friday, April 26, we salute residents past, present, and future for keeping Carson City green and beautiful. After all, what could be more beautiful than the blossoms on the flowering pear or plum trees heralding the advent of spring?

German priest and theologian Martin Luther is quoted as saying, “For in the true nature of things, if we rightly consider, every green tree is far more glorious than if it were made of gold and silver.”

Let’s all plant a glorious bit of gold or silver this spring season. We’ll all be the richer for it.

— Ronni Hannaman is the Executive Director of the Carson City Chamber of Commerce.

Washoe Valley Forum hosts living history presentation 'The Reno Cure' Friday

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 19:18:08 +0000

Washoe Valley Forum

On Friday, April 26 at 1 p.m., the Washoe Valley Forum hosts a living history presentation, “The Reno Cure.” Local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff assume the fictive characters of wrangler Clive, and cook/housekeeper Vivian, that worked at a Washoe Valley “divorce ranch” from the 1940s to 1960s.

They'll explore the history and importance of the divorce industry to Reno and Western Nevada during that time. The 55 minute program is free and open to everyone and presented at the Nevada Forestry Office, 885 Eastlake Blvd, Washoe City. Call David at 760 920-8061 for more information.

Sickened by litter left by holiday revelers, Lake Tahoe musician writes song to inspire change

Jeff Munson — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 17:27:04 +0000

Paula Peterson, SouthTahoeNow.com

Local musician Liz Broscoe has released a song that features Lake Tahoe and the challenges to keep it blue, and it could become the next battle cry to protect the lake.

Liz has been working on a new album for over a year and she wrote "Mother Earth" as one of the songs for that album. She had finished writing the song when she saw the videos of the thousands of pounds of trash left on Zephyr Shoals on the 4th of July.

"It made me sick just like everyone else that saw it," Liz said of the viral video.

Within a day of sitting with that image, Liz had an inspirational thought to make a public service announcement (PSA) and music video out of "Mother Earth."

Like many others in her generation, Liz grew up watching the PSA with the crying Native American canoeing on a trash-laden Hudson River. Released in 1970, it became of one the most well-known television public service spots. "People start pollution, people can stop it," the announcer said in the background.

It has been 54 years since that video aired, but people still need to be told, "Look what you are doing, Stop it!"

Liz wants to make her video and song the battle cry call to action.

"Mother Earth" is the second of Liz's songs about protecting the place we call home. She wrote the lyrics to "Last of Our Kind," and the music was written by Wesley Orsolic. It was about Lake Tahoe, where "Mother Earth" could take on a more global appeal along with a focus on the lake.

After seeing the trash on July 4, Liz started creating storyboards in her head to follow the concept of the song for video. She met with a friend who sponsored the video creation.

She needed footage and a filmmaker and found a two-in-one with Colin West, the founder of Clean Up The Lake. They started a conversation, and the League to Save Lake Tahoe provided some footage to go along with Colin's.

Liz's song was cut in half to fit the video, and they started in August to create the video along with Ludovic Fekete, and it was recorded and produced with local musician Wesley Orsolic. See the video below and here.

"Everyone learns differently — music is emotional, the song is emotional," said Liz. "You can change behaviors if you make things convenient. Some people are emotional and if you can touch them that way with pictures and music."

She'd like to touch people with this song and video, whether it calls them out on their behavior, or gets them to change and not be a part of the problem but be a part of the solution.

"This can be a part of a different approach and tactic to get people to change their behavior," Liz said of the song and video. "This is a no-brainer," she added. "Mother Earth" is one song on Liz's album, "Here We Are Again." She'll be at Earth Day at Lake Tahoe Community College, not with this song but by leading a drum circle. Liz has been teaching drumming at the college for almost 25 years. Her classes include rock ensemble, drum set, and West African hand drumming.

For the future of the song, Liz shared that it would be great to be seen to a larger audience in its mission to create change. Perhaps Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority promotions, the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, incoming in-flight video, show before concerts at Stateline, or during the previews at theaters. Maybe even at the annual Lake Tahoe Summit. She'd love to see it as the signature piece for Lake Tahoe.

To take it to the next step, a sponsor would be nice as well as some collaboration with creative people.

"It would be nice if it just got out there," explained Liz. "Find someone who understands the vision for sponsorship."

"So many places this could go," said Liz. "It could be a PSA for the world, much more than just Tahoe. Fifteen million people come to Tahoe, wouldn't it be nice if half of them saw it?" More on Liz can be found on her website drumchik.com.

"If you can use your talent for purposeful work, it's a beautiful thing," said the talented musician.

Community development director to speak at Tuesday's Carson City Rotary, public invited

Jeff Munson — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 15:57:25 +0000

Event Date:

April 23, 2024 - 12:00pm

By Denise Clodjeaux

Carson City’s Community Development Director Hope Sullivan will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting. The public is invited to attend.

Sullivan will discuss the city’s master plan, the need for updates to the plan and what those could be. Over the past couple of months, the Carson City Planning Commission and city staff have been soliciting input from residents regarding changes to the plan.

Sullivan will discuss that feedback and outline the next steps in the update process.

The meeting takes place Tuesday, April 23 at noon, in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom, 449 West King Street, Carson City. Anyone interested in attending should email carsoncitynvrotary@gmail.com

2024 Carson High School prom court, king and queen announced

Jeff Munson — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 15:21:30 +0000

Carson City School District

Carson High School named Mikey Hoffer and Selma Works as the 2024 Prom King and Queen. A short coronation ceremony was held during the prom dance. Additionally, Rodrigo Diaz and Alissa Powers were crowned Carson High School’s Friendship Ball King and Queen during that dance Thursday evening in the Morse Burley Gym.

Candidates making up the King’s Prom Court included (alphabetically by last name) Jacob Budd, Zach Guiza, Mikey Hoffer, Aden McBride, Erich Parker and Parker Schmid. Candidates making up the Queen’s Prom Court included (alphabetically by last name) Tarrah Borrowman, Jackie Estrada Diaz, Alex Llamas-Cruz, Rhianna Redwine, Emily Tran and Selma Works.

The annual Friendship Ball is the prom made exclusively for students in the Alternative Standards Program, along with their teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, caregivers and their CHS Peer Advocates. The event is not open to the public but for the exclusive group who gets to be involved.

Candidates making up the Friendship Ball King Court included (alphabetically by last name) Nick Brune, Rodrigo Diaz and Dakota Lott. Candidates making up the Friendship Ball Queen Court included (alphabetically by last name) Ava Aimons, Alissa Powers and Sadie Russell.

Carson City Sheriff's Office: Local family assists in finding missing elderly woman

Jeff Munson — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 14:15:29 +0000

Carson City Sheriff's Office

A local family and others aided in the search and location of a missing elderly woman Saturday night in Carson City.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office Patrol Division and the Special Enforcement Team responded to Skyline Estates for a report of a missing elderly female.

A search was immediately conducted and multiple drones and a K9 were deployed in attempting to locate the elderly woman. While the search was underway, family of the missing woman posted online stating that she was missing.

At approximately 11 p.m. a concerned citizen (unrelated to the woman) and her family located the missing elderly woman behind a closed business in an empty parking lot in North Carson Street.

The family stated they had seen the post online and took it upon themselves to help the community and try to locate the elderly woman. Missing woman was healthy and happy to be located.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office thanks the Richardson Family for their dedication to the community and locating the elderly female and ensuring she returned home safe!

Carson City road report for week of April 22-28

Jeff Munson — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 14:06:50 +0000

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of April 22-28, 2024. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

— 2nd Street between Carson Street and Curry Street will be closed to westbound traffic from April 8, 2024 to June 30, 2025 for construction.

— 5th Street between Curry Street and Carson Street will be closed to traffic on Tuesday, 6:30 am to 5:30 pm. Follow detours.

— 5th Street between Carson Street and Stewart Street will be closed to traffic on Tuesday, 6:30 am to 5:30 pm. Follow detours.

Lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
5th Street between Carson Street and Plaza Street will have narrow lanes on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 6:30 am to 5:30 pm.

— Brown Street between Gordon Street and Reeves Street will have narrow lanes from Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Carson Street between 5th Street and Musser Street will have flagger control for trucks entering the northbound travel lanes from Wednesday through Friday, 6:30 am to 5:30 pm. Use caution.

Carson Street between John Street and Park Street will have reduced northbound lanes from Tuesday through Thursday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Little Lane between Roop Street and Saliman Road will be closed to eastbound traffic on Tuesday, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Annual CASI 'Bark Whine & Dine' happening April 27 at Casino Fandango in Carson City

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 13:36:41 +0000

By Lisa Schuette

Carson Animal Services Initiative, also known as CASI, welcomes the community to enjoy an evening of great music, delicious food and wonderful live and silent auction items to support animals in need.

The 2024 spring CASI Bark Whine & Dine is happening Saturday, April 27, 6 to 9 p.m. at Casino Fandango in Carson City. There will be live music by Bitter Root Duo, an Italian themed buffet, silent and live auctions and pictures with the Carson City Sheriff's Office K9s.

CASI is dedicated to reducing the numbers of homeless pets and shelter surrenders. Join us in helping more pets have access to spay/neuter services through CASI Critter Fixer. For more information about purchasing tickets, please call 775-230-6110. Hope to see you on April 27.

Click on the flyer for more information.

2024 Historic Nevada State Prison tours at Carson City site announced, signups underway

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 13:00:48 +0000

By Nevada State Prison Preservation Society

The Nevada State Prison Preservation Society is once again offering tours to the community beginning in May and continuing through the month of October.

The Nevada State Prison has an extensive history within Carson City, beginning as the site of the first meetings of the Territorial Legislature, and quickly becoming the Territorial Prison in 1862. With statehood in 1864, it became the Nevada State Prison, and was the only state prison in Nevada until the late 1950s. Until its closing in 2012, Nevada State Prison was one of the oldest prisons still operating in the entire country.

Please use the link here to purchase tickets. More tickets will be released each month. If your looking for something to do for Memorial Day weekend, please get yours now as tickets will sell out quickly!

Also noteworthy, there will be a fundraiser tour with Nevada State Prison Preservation Society on May 18, 3 to 8 p.m. Go here for information.

Carson Mayor to speak at Democratic luncheon

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 07:44:35 +0000

By Rich Dunn

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Carson City Mayor Lori Bagwell. Lori began her service on the Board of Supervisors in January, 2015, representing Ward 3, and was elected mayor in 2020. She is currently running for reelection against four other candidates in the June 11 primary. The top two will go on to the November 5th general election.

Mayor Bagwell's bio credits her with budget expertise, attention to detail on contracts, having compassion for those in need, and ability to work with others for the benefit of the community. Her 26-year career path began at the age of 17, in the mail room at the Department of Taxation. She later became Budget Director, Taxation Specialist and lobbyist for the Nevada Association of Counties. She then served as Tax Administrator for the Department of Motor Vehicles and Public Safety, Management Analyst for Child and Family Services, Budget Analyst for the Governor’s Office, and Deputy Director of the Department of Corrections.

After retirement from state service, Lori tried her hand at being a business owner and entrepreneur. This gave her a first hand understanding the challenges faced by the small business community. Taken together, Lori's public and private sector experience give her an excellent complement of skills that still serve her well as the city's mayor.

As mayor, Lori successfully advocated for an increase to the City's Ending Fund Balance (savings account), doubling it over five years. She also pushed to create an account to facilitate long term maintenance of city assets. She worked with other Board members to establish transportation districts within the city, so that every area would have equitable access to road maintenance and repair services.

Mayor Bagwell was also a key player in the establishment of Richards Crossing, a 39-bed housing project for those with special needs, with veterans given priority for placement. She co-chaired the fundraising committee which successfully raised the funds needed to furnish all the units. She believes that those who have experienced homelessness should be provided with furnishings for their new homes.

On City's website, Lori's accomplishments are itemized as follows:

Graduated Carson High School

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration – Liberty University

Friends in Service Helping “FISH” – President, Treasurer

Carson City Chamber of Commerce – Board Member

Carson City Redevelopment Authority - Chair

Carson City Redevelopment Authority Citizen’s Committee – Chairman, Member

Regional Transportation Commission – Member

Carson Area Metropolitan Planning Area – Member

Liquor and Entertainment Board – Member

Carson City Board of Health - Member

Parks and Recreation Commission – Member

Carson City Audit Committee - Member

Carson City Board of Equalization – Vice-Chairman

Carson City Workforce Housing Subcommittee – Member

Carson City Animal Shelter Advisory Committee - Member

WNC Veterans Advisory Committee – Member

VFW Auxiliary and District 1 - President

Nevada State Society, NSDAR – Regent Elect (President), Organizing Secretary

Daughters of the American Revolution, Battle Born Chapter – Regent, Treasurer

Children of the American Revolution, Ft Churchill Chapter – Sr. Treasurer

Team Mom – AYSO and Carson City Little League

If that's not enough, she's also a proud graduate of WNC.

Along with husband Jim, Lori enjoys life as a community leader and parent of three children, seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and one dog.

This event is scheduled for 1:00 PM on Monday, April 22nd, and can be attended either in person at Black Bear Diner, inside Max Casino, or online via Zoom. Mayor Bagwell's presentation will begin after all the lunch orders have been taken, around 1:30. Those wishing to be on distribution for luncheon Zoom links should contact Rich Dunn at richdunn@aol.com.

Reflections of Bonanza at the Odeon Saloon in Dayton April 27

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 22:03:55 +0000

By the Odeon Saloon and David and Gayle Woodruff

Join local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff as they look back to those golden days of yesteryear when Ben, Adam, Hoss and Little Joe stood for honesty, decency and owned about 1/3 of the Lake Tahoe Basin (at least in the TV show).

Using seldom seen images and extensive research, the Woodruffs bring the Cartwrights and their socially edge cutting ways back to life in an informative, amusing and entertaining 55 minute slide show presentation.

The talk takes place at the Odeon Saloon located at 65 Pike St. in Dayton on April 27 at 1 p.m.

Cinco de Mayo Spring Fling Disc Golf Tournament happening Sunday, May 5 in Carson City

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 19:23:02 +0000

Event Date:

May 5, 2024 (All day)

On Sunday, May 5 head down to the Carson Ridge Disc Golf Park for a fun tournament-style round of Cinco de Mayo Disc Golf beginning at 10 a.m. Rain or Shine, the round will include both the Pony Express and Stadium Courses for a total of 27 holes.

The Stadium Course will be set up in a shorter, novice layout to ensure fun for all ages and abilities! The tournament round will also include never-before-played pin locations on the Stadium course.

The Spring Fling will offer four divisions: General, Women, Senior (50+), and Junior (<15 & must have a guardian present). The top finishers in each division will earn prizes donated by local businesses.

This event is a fundraiser for the Carson City Movers and Doers program, whose mission is, "To provide individuals with disabilities the opportunity to participate in recreation and leisure programs together and provide the necessary individual accommodation and support so every individual can benefit equally from recreation experiences."

Participants of the Movers and Doers program will be on-site assisting with the event.

At the conclusion of play, stick around to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style. Enjoy food from the King of Kings Taco Truck, grab a drink, enter the 50/50 raffle, play the CTP (Closest To Pin) on Pony Express hole 9 and meet the local Disc Golf Community. Food truck and drinks (21+) will be open to the public from 12pm-3pm!

‘Music Here and Afar’ Concert April 25 at the Carson City Community Center

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 17:48:20 +0000

Event Date:

April 25, 2024 - 6:30pm

Micah Dunn

Performances are by students from Pre-K through high school age and adults, including beginning violins and cellos; the Allegro and STRAZZ youth strings ensembles; youth chorus; and NQR. Directors are Suzanne McGarraugh, Micah Dunn, Nancy Jones, Nancy Scott, and Melinda Reynolds. Guest dance director is Cullen Mitchell, leader of the Northern Nevada Highland Dancers.

Symphony Youth Strings and Youth Chorus are Carson City Symphony Association's tuition-free, after-school program for young musicians. The Symphony’s Not Quite Ready for Carnegie Hall Players is open to all adult intermediate-level string players. These programs are supported, in part, by public funds through grants from the Nevada Arts Council and National Endowment for the Arts, Nevada Humanities and National Endowment for the Humanities, by Carson City Cultural Commission, and by private donations.

For more information about the educational programs, see CCSymphony.com or call Micah Dunn at 775-450-5584.

Senior Spotlight: Carson High’s Drea CabralI

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:07:48 +0000

By Bridget Gordon, Carson High School Counselor

Drea Cabral is quiet, academic, and driven; however, after just one conversation with her, one realizes she is so much more than that. Drea is a musician who finds escape and freedom in her music.

She is competitive, earning her way to perform in Carnegie Hall and Kennedy Center, and she is committed, practicing long hours even with rigorous AP courses. This fall, she will be taking her academics and her music to the next level when she attends Yale University!

To date, Drea has successfully passed 7 AP courses, and she is set to add another 4 to her list at the end of this year. She has a 4.0 unweighted GPA and a 5.2 weighted GPA which is remarkable in a class of wildly academically competitive young people. Drea scored one of Carson High’s top ACT’s marks last year with a 34, and this is a huge accomplishment coming off of hybrid learning and other challenges of COVID-19. Drea is always quick to help tutor her peers when they are struggling and she does so in a humble and supportive manner.

Beyond the classroom, Drea is committed to music on all fronts. She is in Carson High School’s wind ensemble, she has been an active member of the marching band, and she has done Advanced Jazz. She is a member of several community bands, and she has worked to ensure that the next generation has access to thriving music programming.

Drea is humble about so many areas of her life, and one thing that I have worked with her to highlight is her ability to overcome great adversity. Drea’s mother has raised her and her siblings as a single mother all while putting herself through college to become a social worker. Drea’s grit and determination to excel and achieve is one she credits to her hardworking mother.

In college admissions, Drea has continued to shine. Her hard work has resulted in acceptance to the top schools in the nation including Brown and Fordham. She’s excited to attend Yale in the fall with a tremendous scholarship. CHS is proud of Drea’s commitment to academics, kindness, music and her future.

For more information, please visit senatorsnow.org.

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

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 13:54:44 +0000

Linda Buchanan, Catmandu

Are you looking for an angel in your life? Look no further, this special kitty lives up to his name. Angel is one of the sweetest cats I have ever met.

Just a year old, this handsome boy sports a medium length gray coat that is very soft and shiny. He has a white moustache/chin and white bib. Angel has a very relaxed, loving personality and thoroughly enjoys being around people. He likes to be pet and is a friendly, social cat. He doesn’t mind being held, will happily sit in your lap and likely sleep with you as well. He is a gentleman and seems to have very good manners. He is an all-around exceptionally great cat.

Angel gets along well with other cats. He lived with his brother, who was also his best friend, until very recently. An unfortunate incident in his previous home resulted in the loss of his brother. Angel is alone now, but he is hoping that will change soon when his new family comes to take him home. Although he has never been around a dog, he would likely get along with a cat-friendly dog if they were introduced slowly and in a positive manner. Angel is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines and microchipped.

If you are interested in meeting this sweet, special guy, please complete a pre-adoption application on our website at CatmanduCC.org/adoptions and plan to visit him this weekend. We are located at 1829 Brown Street and open Friday – Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come early to meet Angel and all the kitties of Catmandu.

Catmandu is a cage-free cat sanctuary and rescue that is celebrating a decade of lifesaving in 2024. Since March of 2014, more than 2700 cats have passed through our doors and into a better life. Many, many other cats and kittens have been helped over the years through our various programs and efforts.
Catmandu is a non-profit organization that receives no government funding or assistance from national organizations. We rely on donations and the generosity of the community to continue our lifesaving efforts. If you are interested in donating or volunteering, please visit our website at CatmanduCC.org

Voters will decide on increasing two Carson City taxes to pay for roads

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 23:34:46 +0000

by Kelsey Penrose

Thursday evening, Carson City Supervisors approved the language for two ballot questions dealing with an increase in taxes for the specific purpose of fixing local roads.

The first is an increase of 0.25 percent of the Special Purpose Sales Tax. By state law, Carson City is authorized to enact an ordinance imposing a sales tax rate of up to one half of one percent (0.5 percent) for the purposes of maintaining roads among other uses.

Previously, the city enacted a sales tax of 0.25 percent, and if approved by the majority of voters, would increase to 0.5 percent.

Currently, the sales tax in Carson City is 7.60 percent including both state and local taxes. This would increase to 8.1 percent total, which would have Carson City fall between Washoe County’s rate (8.265 percent) and the rate for Storey, Churchill and Nye (7.60).

The second is a supplemental government services tax (GST) which is based on the value of a vehicle registered in Carson City. The ballot measure is proposing a tax of $0.01 on each $1.00 of valuation.

For example, a driver with a $50,000 car will pay $175 the first year, and in year 9 or over with a depreciation rate of 15 percent will pay $26.25 per year.

Sales tax is estimated to generate between $4 million and $4.5 million per year, and the GST is estimated to generate about $2.5 million per year.

According to the staff report, the annual estimated funding deficit for road construction, maintenance and repair is $21 million. Carson City’s annual available budget for road projects is approximately $4.5 million.

“While the proceeds from Sales Tax and GST do not fill the full funding deficit, they represent an over 200 percent increase in the City’s funding for roads and serve as a critical addition to the City's annual budgets,” staff wrote.

Board discussions

Taxes will be used only to construct, maintain or repair local public roads.

Supervisor Maurice White said that he was against the tax being used towards the reconstruction of sidewalks, curbs and gutters.

However, supervisors Stacey Giomi and Curtis Horton said it would be impractical to fix a road without fixing what’s attached to it.

“I don’t see how you fix local roads that abut crumbling concrete and leave the crumbling concrete,” Giomi said. “If we’re going to do that I think we should be upfront that that’s what we’re going to do.”

Giomi said they’ve already stripped out funding for things like street sweeping, signage and snow removal, but in his mind, curbs, gutters and sidewalks are part of the road.

“It doesn’t necessarily mean you’re going to go down that street and replace every inch of concrete, but you’re going to replace what’s required within the project to maintain your drainage or federal requirements for ADA,” Horton said. “It’s standard to (fix the issues on the cement) and leave the rest, but you cannot completely ignore it.”

Mayor Lori Bagwell said the public wouldn’t be happy if only roads were replaced but the deteriorating sidewalks were left without repairs.

“I think it would be difficult to explain to the public ‘I left your crumbling sidewalk there because I only fixed the asphalt but let everything else crumble,’” Bagwell said.

White said the tax wouldn’t be able to fund everything 100 percent, so everything “extra” needed to be cut away. He said that while other people are complaining about sidewalks, the conversation is around fixing the roads alone.

He went on that the city should find alternative funding for sidewalk, curb and gutter fixes.

“In some instances you might be able to draw on another account but in other words you’re not going to be able to do it and I wouldn’t want to see this project hampered because that funding wasn’t available from another account,” Horton said.

In the end, supervisors unanimously approved the two ballot questions. Next, appointed committees will work to create pros and cons on the ballot measures.

Carson City’s first Escape Rooms now open

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 21:02:21 +0000

Escape 36 Release

Escape rooms are opening in Carson City this weekend at 716 N. Carson St. Owners Jennifer Smith and Tracey Hudson have worked to create unique escape room experiences that offer classic games alongside all-new puzzles to appeal to game lovers and problem solvers of all experience levels.

After many months of planning, building and working with the city, Escape 36 is booking now for both of their one-of-a-kind escape rooms.

The Locker Room takes groups on a football-themed adventure in Nevada Nighthawks stadium where they will have 60 minutes to find a bomb and disarm it before it blows up.

Triple Crossed? starts participants at the home of a bank robber, where they have 60 minutes to find the stashed money and get out before they are caught by the rest of the double-crossed gang.

Escape 36 will also be adding a new Crime Scene Experience in May with a theme that will change every couple of months. The first experience will highlight Mark Twain in conjunction with the Mark Twain Days Festival in Carson City.

Bookings are available Thursdays through Sundays at https://escape36.com

Escape 36 will also accept special booking times during off hours for team building and other special events.

Spring brings prescribed burning throughout region to prevent future wildland fires

Jeff Munson — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 19:32:26 +0000

Conditions and weather permitting, a number of prescribed fires are in the works through spring to remove fuels that can feed unwanted wildland fires.

There are two prescribed burns around the Lake Tahoe area this week, and a number of fires across the Sierra and into the foothills in western Nevada.

The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest’s Bridgeport and Carson Ranger Districts will begin prescribed fire operations in several locations on the Sierra Front, which is part of the Sierra and Elko Fronts Wildfire Crisis Strategy Landscape Project. Over the next several weeks, fire crews will conduct broadcast burns near Reno, Cold Springs, and Verdi and Walker, Calif.

Project burn locations:

Carson Ranger District
Approximately 343 acres in two locations in the Dog Valley Fuels Reduction Project area located in Sierra County, Calif. One area is west of Verdi, Nev.,, along Forest Service Road 002 just west of Summit One and Henness Pass Road, while the other is west of Cold Springs, Nev., off Forest Service Road 010.
Approximately 37 acres in the Whites Creek Fuels Reduction Project area in the southern part of Reno off Mt. Rose Highway (Nevada State Route 431) in Washoe County.

Bridgeport Ranger District
Approximately 222 acres in the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center Fuels Reduction Project in the Mill Canyon area northwest of Walker, California, off U.S. Route 395 in Mono County.

Prescribed fire notices will be posted near the project area. Forest users will not be able to recreate in the area when burning is occurring. Smoke will be visual during burning, so please do not call 9-1-1. Local fire departments are aware of these activities.

Forest Service advises that prescribed fire remains a "vital forest management tool used by land managers to decrease the threat of high-severity wildfires, reduce risk to homes and infrastructure, minimize human exposure to long periods of high-particulate smoke, and maintain clean drinking water. It also creates spaces from which firefighters can safely and effectively fight a future wildfire."

Burning excess vegetation also benefits forest health by improving wildlife forage and habitat, recycling nutrients back into the soil, reducing the spread of insects and disease, and controlling invasive plant and weed species.

Prescribed fire managers use different methods to reintroduce low-intensity fire into forests through pile, broadcast, and understory (underburning) burning. Broadcast burning is the method being used in Dog Valley, Mill Canyon, and Whites Creek Fuels Reduction Project areas. This type of prescribed fire focuses on burning surface fuels (e.g. grasses, needle cast, shrubs, small trees, and dead and downed material) in areas with little or no forest canopy present. Generally, it creates a mosaic pattern in the vegetation being burned, allowing for regeneration of different plant species, and breaking up the continuity of the vegetation. This promotes the health and diversity of different ecosystems.

Prescribed fire managers also create a burn plan, which includes smoke management details, fire control measures, acceptable weather parameters, and equipment and personnel needs. The burn plan also describes in detail how the ecosystem will benefit from fire. The actual days of ignition for the broadcast burn will depend on several factors including appropriate humidity levels, wind speed and direction, temperature, and fuel moisture. Burns only occur on days when weather conditions exist for smoke dispersal.

Air quality is an important value that is considered by land managers during every phase of the prescribed fire process from planning to implementation to avoid impacts to communities, minimize public health effects, and reduce visibility impairment on roadways. Before burning, prescribed fire managers coordinate with the appropriate state or local air quality regulatory agency or state forestry agency to ensure smoke is managed. For air quality data, visit:

Current Air Quality Index - https://www.airnow.gov/?city=Reno&state=NV&country=USA
Fire and Smoke Map - https://fire.airnow.gov/

When broadcast burning, the burn is split into several units which could give crews a place to stop ignitions if anything is out of the pre-established prescription conditions, such as too much wind. Crews can start again when conditions are more acceptable.

The public can get prescribed burn updates by visiting the Forest’s InciWeb (https://bit.ly/PrescribedFireInciWeb) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HumboldtToiyabeNF/) or Twitter (https://twitter.com/HumboldtToiyabe) pages.

The Sierra and Elko Fronts Landscape has receive funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act to support the USDA Forest Service’s National Wildfire Crisis Strategy. Landscapes were chosen based on the potential for wildfire to affect nearby communities, critical infrastructure, public water sources, and Tribal lands. For more information on this strategy and how the Forest is furthering this effort, visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/htnf/landmanagement/?cid=FSEPRD1122888.

For information on burning activities on the Bridgeport and Carson Ranger Districts, please contact Fuels Specialist Steve Howell at steven.howell@usda.gov or 775-721-2064.

For additional information on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, please visit https://fs.usda.gov/htnf or participate in the conversation at https://twitter.com/HumboldtToiyabe and https://facebook.com/HumboldtToiyabeNF/.

NDOT: Lane reductions through Dayton this weekend

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:57:14 +0000

Nevada Department of Transportation

Lanes reduced on U.S. 50 in west Dayton this Friday morning through Monday morning as we replace concrete barrier.

U.S. 50 will be reduced to one lane in each direction between Baldwine Lane and Winters Parkway from 9am Friday morning through 6am Monday morning this weekend and next.

Two lanes of traffic will remain open on westbound U.S. 50 through 9am Friday morning.

Thank you for understanding as we make these important highway improvements!

Lecture Series features talk on Fort Churchill archaeology April 25 at Nevada State Museum

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:25:46 +0000

Nevada State Museum

The Nevada State Museum and University of Nevada, Reno conducted archaeological excavations at Fort Churchill State Park in the mid-1970s. Museum staff and research associates are re-examining these collections reflecting U.S. Army and other military units’ occupation of the fort between 1860 and 1869.

Join Dr. Gene Hattori as he discusses the research that's been done so far.

The Thursday, April 25 lecture at Nevada State Museum, will be presented in person and via Zoom Meeting. Admission is $10 for adults; Museum members and children ages 17 and under are free.

Go here to register for either the in-person lecture or for the Zoom Meeting presentation.

Nevada’s labor force shrinks in March; unemployment rate decreases

Jeff Munson — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 15:18:04 +0000

Nevada’s unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 percentage points from February to March and now sits at 5.1 percent, according to the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s March 2024 economic report. The labor force in the state shrunk by 114 people.

“This month's report shows ongoing and steady growth in jobs, up of 3.4 percent over the year," said David Schmidt, the state's chief economist. "The labor force declined slightly, as the number of unemployed people fell slightly more than the number of employed people rose, leading to a slight decline in the labor force participation rate to the national average of 62.7 percent in March.”

Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) Employment (Seasonally Adjusted):

— Carson City employment had an increase of 100 jobs (0.3%) since February, an increase of 500 jobs (1.6%) since March 2023.

— Reno employment had an increase of 1,700 jobs (0.6%) since February, an increase of 6,100 jobs (2.3%) since March 2023.

— Las Vegas employment increased by 1,700 jobs (0.1%) since February, an increase of 33,200 jobs (3.0%) since March 2023.

To see additional labor market data view the department’s employment and unemployment dashboards located at nevadaworkforce.com.

Read the full report below.

Nevada Statewide & Metro Area Labor Market Overview (March 2024) by Carson Now on Scribd

$16.7M OK'd for Boys & Girls Clubs’ early learning expansion, helps projects in Carson City, Dayton and Minden

Jeff Munson — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 14:31:39 +0000

The Nevada Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs is honored to announce bipartisan approval of a statewide initiative to expand early learning centers and child care access for Nevada families.

Gov. Joe Lombardo proposed the initiative in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs in order to expedite new child care seat availability statewide. On Thursday, April 11, 2024, the legislature’s Interim Finance Committee approved a $16.7 million American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) investment for the effort. The initiative funds 14 projects statewide, involving the collaboration of seven independent Boys & Girls Clubs organizations and their respective board of directors and community partners.

The locations of the new centers were selected in areas of emerging industrial development, surging populations and/or few child care options; the funding will support Boys & Girls Clubs’ capital projects in Carson City, Dayton, Elko, Ely, Eureka, Incline Village, Las Vegas, Laughlin, Minden, Reno, Spring Creek and Winnemucca.

Mike Wurm, Chief Executive Officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Truckee Meadows based in Reno shared, “ARPA funding will provide the critical capital needed to bring these projects to fruition quickly. The projects are shovel-ready and many are highly anticipated by employees in mining, trades, charter schools and local government. It’s a game-changing economic driver for working parents.”

“The funding will double the number of Boys & Girls Clubs early learning centers and provide an additional 1,000 children with quality day care, mental health enrichment and Kindergarten-readiness activities. This is exactly what ARPA was created for – post-pandemic economic recovery projects to support hard working families,” stated Andy Bischel, Chief Executive Officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada based in Las Vegas.

In accepting the federal funding, Boys & Girls Clubs will obligate all funding via purchase, lease and construction agreements by the end of 2024 and expend the appropriation by December 31, 2026. Eight of the 14 projects are expected to be finished and providing services to families on or before December 31, 2024. The remaining six projects are due for completion in early 2026.

Mothers Day Give-Away at Postal Annex in Carson City

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:20:20 +0000

Postal Annex in Carson City is Celebrating Mother's Day. We are giving away some cool gifts for Mom. (No Purchase Necessary) Now thru May 7th,2024 at 2pm you can enter to win these cool gifts. A Naked Bee lotion (2.25oz) and one of our popular soap bars from Wavertree London. We hope to see everyone at the shop soon. We can help you with your shipments of gifts for your Moms to be delivered anywhere, right here in our store.

Postal Annex is located at 3827 S Carson St Unit 505-25, Carson City.

Thanks again James and Cindy

BEETLEJUICE! BEETLEJUICE! BEETLEJUICE!

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:14:28 +0000

Revisit the cinematic classic, Beetlejuice, Friday, June 14 in Carson City at the Brewery Arts Center prior to the release of the new Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice movie coming out in September. Enjoy complimentary themed cocktails and snacks while dressed in your finest movie attire! The party begins at 7 pm with the doors opening for the movie at 8 pm!

$25 - Includes $2 processing fee. No assigned seating. Check in at Will Call when you arrive. No printed ticket needed.

Get tickets: https://breweryarts.org/event/20240614-beetlejuice/

Brewery Arts Center | West Building | Performance Hall
511 W. King St.
Carson City, NV

Nevada Supreme Court upholds state’s ‘ghost gun’ ban as constitutional after Dayton company challenge

admin — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:14:14 +0000

Riley Snyder, The Nevada Independent

The Nevada Supreme Court has upheld the state’s contentious “ghost gun” ban, reversing a lower court’s ruling that the law banning the sale of unfinished frames and receivers of a firearm was unconstitutionally vague.

The unanimous decision released Thursday comes 13 months after oral arguments were held before the seven-member court, and nearly three years after the initial lawsuit was filed by Polymer80, the prolific Northern Nevada-based firearm manufacturer considered the nation’s largest maker of parts for ghost guns.

The Dayton company’s lawsuit challenged 2021 legislation that banned the possession, purchase, transport or receipt of any unfinished frame or receiver of a firearm, or assembling any firearm not imprinted with a serial number — a law that would effectively shut down a major component of Polymer80’s business in the state.

Before the law was enacted, Polymer80 sued and won a district court decision concluding key portions of the law related to the manufacture of ghost gun parts was unconstitutionally vague and did not establish clear enforcement guidelines. Lyon County District Court Judge John Schlegelmilch wrote in his ruling that “the most any court can glean from the definition is that it is something less than a firearm and more than a block of raw material.”

The court’s Thursday opinion reversed that decision, stating that the language of the law used terms consistent with ordinary meaning, and that “it cannot be said that vagueness pervades their texts.”

“Here, one cannot dance up to the line of criminality and then plead ignorance of terms commonly known in the regulated subject,” the opinion reads.

Gun control advocates say ghost guns and other unfinished firearm frames sold in a kit create a loophole, allowing for individuals who may be prohibited from legally purchasing a firearm to easily purchase and assemble their own stealth firearms without having to undergo a background check and other safeguards required when purchasing a weapon from a federally licensed firearm seller. The company and other supporters say its products are largely purchased by hobbyists, and that attempts to limit their business run afoul of the Second Amendment.

Though federal law requires completed frames and receivers to be stamped with serial numbers, Polymer80 intentionally designs “unfinished” frames, which are about 80 percent complete.

According to court documents cited by ProPublica, Polymer80 shipped nearly 52,000 items to customers across the country from January 2019 through October 2020.

At the same time, the number of privately made firearms recovered by law enforcement has increased dramatically — jumping from more than 7,500 nationwide in 2019 to more than 19,000 in 2021, according to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). ProPublica reported that the “vast majority” of ghost guns recovered are built from Polymer80-produced products.

In Nevada, an investigation by KUNR and APM Reports found that Las Vegas police had seized more than 1,100 unserialized guns since 2020.

— This story is used with permission of The Nevada Independent. Go here for updates to this and other Nevada Independent stories.

ADULT PAINT & SIP | WAGON WHEEL & FLOWERS

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 21:25:35 +0000

Enjoy a fun and easy acrylic painting class as you follow along with instructor Debbie Corona in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Includes two complimentary beverages and all materials.

$45.00 - Includes $2 processing fee. Name will be added to class list, no printed ticket needed.

Get tickets: https://breweryarts.org/event/20240531-paintandsip/

Brewery Arts Center | South Building | Painting Studio
449 W King St
Carson City, NV

Learn to Sketch

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 21:21:16 +0000

In this class you’ll learn about problem-solving through art, as well as how to draw with instructor Kaleb Wyckoff. Whether you can sketch a stick figure or a portrait, this class is for you! All skill levels are welcome. Every class is different and designed to strive for accessibility. Classes take place every other week and focus on stand alone lessons, meaning you can join at anytime without being behind.
All materials included.

449 W. King St. - BAC Drawing Studio
Arrive through the 2nd Street entrance

$32.00 - Includes $2 processing fee. Name will be added to class list, no printed ticket needed. Online registration closes 1 hour before class

Get tickets: https://breweryarts.org/event/20240529-learntosketch/

ADULT PAINT & SIP | SUNSET IN A GLASS

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 21:14:04 +0000

Enjoy a fun and easy acrylic painting class as you follow along with instructor Debbie Corona in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Includes two complimentary beverages and all materials.

$45.00 - Includes $2 processing fee. Name will be added to class list, no printed ticket needed.

Get tickets:
https://breweryarts.org/event/20240524-paintandsip/

Brewery Arts Center | South Building | Painting Studio
449 W King St
Carson City, NV

Once Carson City’s population hits 60K, a new courtroom is required — but funding is an obstacle

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 21:12:30 +0000

by Kelsey Penrose

By state law, once Carson City’s population reaches 60,000 residents, they will be mandated to create a new courtroom complete with a new judge and staff.

However, that comes with a price tag of at least $800,000 in staffing alone — and doesn’t include the price to expand the courthouse.

The courthouse remodel itself will cost around $20 million, and is slated for 2027. However, this year’s total funding for all capital improvement projects is $9.2 million — which includes everything from new roofing to HVAC improvements, vehicle replacement to pool upgrades, and much more.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are an estimated 58,600 residents in the capital city this year.

Two years ago, supervisors directed staff to begin looking at plans for a three-story expansion at the courthouse to accommodate not only the new courtroom but for other departments within the courthouse that need more space.

However, even at that time supervisors said they needed to begin discussing where the money would come from.

During Thursday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, the funding source had yet to be identified despite the 2027 construction date.

The mandated expansion also comes with an additional issue: with funds needed to go toward the courthouse, it means less funding for a major need — the rehabilitation of the juvenile detention center.

For several years, the juvie has been discussed as desperately needing a full rehabilitation, with multiple repairs and replacements continuing to pile up year after year.

During an assessment in 2022, it was discovered that the facility lacked basic necessities such as an alarm system and a fire sprinkler system, and the HVAC system was outdated and could not provide optimal air quality within the building. In addition, the facility could not comply with PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) and ADA (Americans Disability Act) compliant due to the building being outdated.

Supervisor Maurice White said he spoke to people at the courthouse and asked them what their priorities were, the juvenile center or the court, and he said they told him “by all means, do the juvenile center first.”

White said he would like to see the project moved up and to get started on the design process now.

“It’s one thing if a person has a pothole they have to drive through or somebody isn’t happy with the grass they’re playing on, but we’re talking about individuals in our community that are already in a bad place and we don’t need to be putting them somewhere that has already been identified as being subpar. This project needs to go now.”

“But where (are we) going to get the $10 million?” Mayor Lori Bagwell asked.

“Maybe a smart aleck-y comment is maybe we don’t build a $10 million sewer project that we haven’t identified or properly studied as needed,” White said.

However, Bagwell pointed out that sewer funds and capital improvement funds aren’t one and the same, and sewer funding cannot be used for anything other than the slated sewer projects.

Supervisor Stacey Giomi said that the city will be mandated to expand the courthouse — with no such requirements for the juvenile detention center.

“I’m not arguing the need at juvenile, but we’re gonna get mandated to do a Justice Court by law. We’re not likely going to get mandated to do (the juvenile project) by law. I don’t know how to move it forward and, frankly, I don’t know how to fund it (by 2027). You can do a five-year plan, but it’s really a five-year hope.”

White said the courts could hold a “night court” or utilize existing facilities to adhere to the mandate.

“I’m interested in solutions, not excuses,” White said.

“I don’t think I made an excuse, I’m just stating what I think is fact: we don’t know how much money we’ll have going out that far," said White. "I don’t know that moving it one year forward or five years out will make a bit of difference until we get to the point where we have the money.”

Giomi said one way to potentially decrease costs is to stop using CMARs — Construction Manager at Risk — for these large projects.

A CMAR is a contract with an approved construction manager who will guarantee the delivery of a project within a guaranteed maximum price. What this means is, regardless of set backs or fluctuations in market costs, the construction manager must complete a project under a certain price tag or will eat the remainder cost themselves.

But now, Giomi isn’t certain this is actually a money saving move.

“If you compare, just for example, the cost per square foot of the (Emergency Operations Center) that we’re building to what Carson Medical Group just built, (our building) is more than double,” Giomi said. “I understand there’s prevailing wage issues that we have to deal with as a government that they don’t but that doesn’t account for a 50 percent increase.”

Giomi also said that local contractors don’t participate in CMAR projects so while the contractors are Nevada-based, they’re not local, which he believes may also drive up the price.

“I think we seriously need to look at that and maybe go back to the more traditional build bid process,” Giomi went on. “If we have to spend $1,000 per square foot for these buildings we’re never going to get them built.”

Deputy City Manager Stephanie Hicks said they are looking into additional grant funding resources for the juvenile detention center project.

“Once we obtain it all we can report back,” Hicks said.

Bagwell said she did not want to see projects moved up until funding was in place: “I don’t want to promise something to the community that we can’t deliver.”

Bagwell said funding sources for the courthouse funding will most likely come from additional bonds and possibly redevelopment funds, and that the juvenile detention center project may also possibly be able to utilize similar funds as well.

Supervisors unanimously approved the CIP for years 2025 - 2029 and directed staff to return with the 2025 final budget.

ADULT PAINT & SIP | MELTING MOON GOLD

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 21:06:10 +0000

Enjoy a fun and easy acrylic painting class as you follow along with instructor Debbie Corona in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Includes two complimentary beverages and all materials.

$45.00 - Includes $2 processing fee. Name will be added to class list, no printed ticket needed.

Get tickets:
https://breweryarts.org/event/20240517-paintandsip/

Brewery Arts Center | South Building | Painting Studio
449 W King St
Carson City, NV

Please arrive through 2nd St entrance.