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Home Education Conference happening Saturday at Carson's Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 23:13:21 +0000

Submitted to Carson Now

Hello Northern Nevada Friends! Are you considering homeschooling? Please join us Saturday, May 4 at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church on 395 in Carson City as we gather to be inspired, uplifted, and gain the courage to homeschool. This conference is for anyone interested, whether you are a seasoned homeschooler or a newbie.

Our amazing outline of speakers for this year will include the following topics:

- The Well-Educated Heart, Philosophies of Educating the Heart Before the Mind

- Charlotte Mason in the Home

- Teaching Language Arts Through Literature

- The Beauty of Narration

- Teaching the Neurodivergence Child

- Making Math fun for all Ages

- The WHY of Each School Subject and Turning That into Your HOW

- Intro to Different Homeschool Philosophies

- Guidance with Highschoolers and Transcripts for the Next Steps

- Gaining a Peace of Mind Through Goal Setting for Your Family

Tickets: $50. Register ASAP, Lunch will be provided from Bella Vita with each ticket purchased. We look forward to being encouraged on our journeys! Purchase tickets here: www.ltinevada.org/hec2024

MAY 4th, 2024

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church on 395 in Carson City

Put on by Light, Truth, and Intelligence Common Wealth, (LTI).

See the flyer below.

Northern Nevada Home Education Conference by Carson Now on Scribd

Carson City Community Garden celebrates Earth Day with spring preparation workday

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 21:56:51 +0000

By Jessica Gardner

On Saturday, April 20, Carson City Community Gardeners and the UNR Extension Master Gardeners came together to get the Community Garden ready for the growing season. For two hours they removed weeds, spread mulch and prepped their garden beds for the season.

A huge thank you to all that came out and made this such a successful event. For more info on upcoming garden events go here.

Carson Middle School culinary students compete in cooking competition

Jeff Munson — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 21:21:51 +0000

Carson City School District

In collaboration with Chartwells, the Carson City School District foodservice partner, Culinary Arts students from Ms. Tammy Borreman’s class at Carson Middle School competed in a “Discovery Kitchen Cook Off.” Similar to a mini version of the Food Network’s Iron Chef, the timed cooking competition featured teams of three students who prepared succulent dishes for a judging panel.

The meals were assembled with specific themed ingredients and required the competitors to prepare a chicken, a starch and a veggie. Whose cuisine reigned supreme? The boneless buffalo wings with sides of potatoes, celery, carrots and from-scratch ranch dressing. The winning dish was prepared by eighth graders Alexa Ortiz, Lindzy Plascencia-Flores and Zuleyma Ruiz-Villasenor.

Members of the winning team were awarded spatulas and gift cards to the RESCO Restaurant Equipment and Supply Co.

Other cook off finalists include Yaslin Castaneda-Rodriguez, Nevaeh Ellis and Jimena Lara who prepared a breaded fried chicken with alfredo linguini and steamed broccoli. Additionally, Anthony Milner, Amelia Papez and Charlie Richetta prepared a garlic chicken with alfredo and spinach salad.

The judges included Athena Peters, executive chef with Chartwells at the Carson City School District; Sharon Larson, district chef with Chartwells at Lyon County School District; Akiko Miyagi, director of Nutrition Services at Lyon County School District and Ryan Canaday, news anchor with KTVN, Ch. 2.

Shoe Tree Brewing in Carson City, Minden win award at 2024 World Beer Cup

Jeff Munson — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 19:37:04 +0000

Shoe Tree Brewing, with locations in Carson City and Minden, was recently awarded a Silver Award in the 2024 World Beer Cup, the most prestigious beer competition in the world.

The World Beer Cup award ceremony was April 24, 2024 at The Venetian in Las Vegas where awards were given in 110 beer-style categories.

Shoe Tree Brewing Co. was awarded a Silver Award in the American Style Brown Ale beer category for its Lahontan Brown a dark brown beer with notes of caramel, chocolate and balanced with hops.

Shoe Tree Brewing is a 7-bbl brewpub, located in Carson City that prides itself on brewing both classic and inventive beers.

“It’s our mission to bring world class beer to Carson City and an award at the World Beer Cup shows we are on the right track” said Jeff Young, Brewmaster/Owner at STBC.

Often referred to as “The Olympics of Beer,” the World Beer Cup recognizes international brewing excellence. This year’s winners were selected by an international panel of 280 beer judges from 37 countries; 9,300 total entries from 2,060 breweries and 50 total countries were evaluated.

The Brewers Association developed the World Beer Cup Competition in 1996 to celebrate the art and science of brewing. For additional information, visit the World Beer Cup website.

See the Shoe Tree Brewing website here. Shoe Tree Brewing is located at 496 Old Hot Springs Rd in Carson City and 1758 U.S. Hwy 395 N Suite A, Minden.

Carson City emergency crews called to crash in area of US-50 East near College Parkway

Jeff Munson — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:29:01 +0000

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called late Monday morning to a crash in the 3900 block of US-50 and near the Maverik station on College Parkway.

The crash was reported at 11:16 a.m. and involves a motorhome and a Jeep, which was reported to be on its side. It is unknown at this time if there are injuries.

Traffic was being re-directed around the crash scene. Motorists can expect delays.

WNC announces graduation ceremonies May 20 in Carson City, May 23 in Fallon

Jeff Munson — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:09:26 +0000

Event Date:

May 20, 2024 - 10:00am

Western Nevada College is presenting traditional commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2024 on May 20 in Carson City and May 23 in Fallon.

"This is the most exciting day for me as we celebrate our graduates! I am pleased we can offer ceremonies in Carson City and Fallon," said WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe. "Our graduates have worked hard to reach this point and they and their families have made sacrifices in order to reach this milestone. I am so pleased to say 'CONGRATS' to each of them!"

As it has been for many graduation ceremonies in the past, Marv Teixeira Pavilion at Mills Park is the venue for the Carson City ceremony on Monday, May 20, starting at 10 a.m. The ceremony will be streamed live on YouTube. The video can be found at wnc.edu/live.

The Fallon ceremony is moving to a new venue — the Venturacci Gym, 321 Venturacci Lane — on Thursday, May 23, at 9 a.m.

For each ceremony, Captain Shane Tanner of the Naval Air Station Fallon will deliver the commencement address. Tanner is a graduate of Texas A&M University and took over direction of the Naval Air Station Fallon in 2022.
President Dr. Dalpe will deliver opening remarks and Associated Students of Western Nevada President Suzanna Stankute will provide the welcoming message to students.

For more information about graduation at WNC, go to wnc.edu/admissions/graduation.

Long-awaited Nevada DMV modernization likely delayed, may cost $300M more

admin — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 17:55:57 +0000

Eric Neugeboren, The Nevada Independent

One month after Nevada DMV officials said that the long-awaited project to upgrade the agency’s antiquated computer systems was on track and within budget, the agency now says the plan will likely take three more fiscal years and cost $300 million more than originally anticipated.

In March, agency officials told lawmakers that the project to revamp its online presence (including a new appointment system and platform to submit vehicle titles electronically) was “on track and within the approved budget.” This latest iteration of the modernization project began in 2021, and was expected to cost $125 million and be completed by September 2026.

But earlier this month, agency officials told legislators on the Interim Finance Committee (IFC) that the project cost had likely ballooned to around $425 million and would not be completed until fiscal year 2029 — a three-year delay. DMV officials said the change was because they recently determined that their IT staff was not equipped to implement some of the changes on top of their existing jobs, requiring the agency to shift those responsibilities to an outside contractor in a move that would cost more money and take more time.

The DMV declined an interview request, but provided written answers to The Nevada Independent’s questions through a spokesperson. The agency noted that the modernization project is 20 percent complete, and that it has not officially requested additional funding from state lawmakers and has only informed legislators of an early projection of future funding requests.

Members of the IFC, a group of lawmakers that meets when the Legislature is not in session to make various funding decisions, said they were confused and frustrated by the sudden change.

“To find out that we are not only one fiscal year behind but three fiscal years behind the timeline that we were originally looking at and again that we are not in our approved budget … it definitely comes as a surprise,” Assemblyman Howard Watts (D-Las Vegas) said at the IFC meeting.

Assemblywoman Daniele Monroe-Moreno (D-North Las Vegas) said the March testimony provided by the agency was “drastically different” than what it said in April, and “the state does not have an endless bucket of money to put into failed projects.”

“It’s kind of hard to … talk to our constituents and say, ‘Well, we’re not going to be able to maybe fund a social service need that a senior may have or a foster child might have or homeless [person might have] because we’re putting money into this,’” she said at the IFC meeting.

An earlier effort to revamp the DMV’s computer systems (which are run by antiquated technologies including PowerBuilder and COBOL) began in 2015, when legislators approved a $1 “technology fee” assessed on all customer transactions to help fund a five-year system modernization project.

A 2018 state audit found that the contractor was months behind schedule, providing inadequate staffing levels and missing deadlines for project documentation. Despite spending close to $30 million, the state terminated the contract in early 2018.

The modernization effort eventually restarted in October 2021, and the DMV and an outside contractor began completing deliverables six months later with the hopes of completing the project within four years.

Then-DMV Director Julie Butler told lawmakers last year that the plan to complete the project in four years was “aggressive,” and that this kind of project usually takes eight years instead of four, but that she “knew there was no way this body would stand for us dragging this on for eight years.”

Asked by Watts in a March 2023 legislative budget meeting if the agency could get the project completed within that timeframe if it was provided with the “necessary resources, and not bogged down with additional tasks,” Butler said it could.

Legislators in 2023 ultimately approved allocating $73 million in state transportation funds to the DMV to continue with the modernization effort over the next two years.

At this month’s IFC meeting, DMV Director Tonya Laney (Butler retired in March) argued that the project is not behind schedule, just at the upper end of the estimated completion time.

“The original estimate of the eight years is the new estimate,” Laney said.

DMV officials said at the IFC meeting that they realized after testifying at the March meeting that the their IT staff could not complete everything asked of them, which is why their March testimony indicated the project was on track and within budget.

“(We) were banking on having our IT staff learn, build, and develop this new system while they kept our old system running,” read the DMV’s response to The Indy’s questions. “This wasn’t feasible with the workloads that our IT professionals are carrying right now.”

Butler told legislators last year that the DMV selected a contractor with expertise in migrating from legacy computer systems to upgraded systems to ease the agency IT staff’s workload, saying it “would be too difficult to learn the new system and attempt a data migration simultaneously.”

An official from a third-party group monitoring the project’s progress also said the revised contract through fiscal year 2029 will not include deadlines for the contractor to complete certain tasks, but said that the project management team is independently tracking the progress. Legislators said they were concerned with that arrangement.

“There is nothing to assure us in any way that this extra, almost $300 million, will get this job completed by 2029 because there’s nothing to tie your contractor’s hands to make sure that it’s done,” Monroe-Moreno said.

Rollout changes

There were signs months ago that the project wouldn't meet the ambitious deadline the former DMV director vowed to meet.

In November, the group monitoring the project’s progress reported that the project's completion may need to be pushed back multiple years and that the baseline budget “has very little room for any additional rework, changes, or errors” in part because of changes in the rollout plan.

The DMV originally anticipated rolling out new features to the public every six to eight weeks, but employees had discovered that it would take longer to build out some of the system’s new components, Laney said at the April IFC meeting. As a result, the project is still rolling some parts out incrementally but at a slower pace.

The project is also planning to roll out major components together under a “Unified Release,” rather than releasing everything incrementally, which the external report said would allow the DMV to manage and test technology before it is implemented.

The agency has rolled out some features to the public, including a tool that allows people to take written driver’s license tests from home and a new appointment system.

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

Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies make arrests for warrants, drug possession

Jeff Munson — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 17:51:13 +0000

Carson City Sheriff's Office reports three arrests from Friday until early Monday.

— A 32-year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday for two misdemeanor warrants alleging violation of a suspended sentence and a misdemeanor warrant for petit larceny. Bail: $2,000 cash.

— A 37-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Monday for a misdemeanor warrant issued out of Virginia City. Bail: $560 cash.

— A 53-year-old woman, Johanna Lee Nebeker, was arrested Saturday for suspicion of possession of a controlled substance and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. Bail: $2,500.

— 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.

May in Nevada designated Historic Preservation and Archaeological Awareness Month

Jeff Munson — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 16:31:07 +0000

By Jenny Jackson, DCNR

CARSON CITY — Since the early 1980s, May has held special significance in Nevada as a month dedicated to honoring and celebrating the state's rich history through historic preservation and archaeology.

Nevada's history is as diverse as its landscape, spanning from the majestic peaks of the Sierra Nevada to the vast expanse of the Great Basin. Throughout the state, historic sites, landmarks and archaeological treasures tell the story of the people and events that have shaped Nevada's past.

During Historic Preservation and Archaeological Awareness Month, residents and visitors alike are encouraged to explore and appreciate the wealth of historical resources that Nevada has to offer. From guided tours of historic sites, to interactive exhibits showcasing archaeological discoveries, there are countless opportunities to engage with the state's history and learn more about its cultural heritage.

In addition to celebrating Nevada's rich history, Historic Preservation and Archaeological Awareness Month also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting our shared heritage for future generations. By recognizing the value of historic preservation and archaeology, we can ensure that Nevada's history continues to be celebrated and cherished for years to come.

“This month is a time to reflect on the importance of preserving Nevada’s unique heritage,” said Rebecca Palmer, Administrator of the Nevada State Historic Preservation Office. “Through our collective efforts, we can ensure that future generations have the opportunity to learn from and appreciate Nevada’s rich cultural legacy.”

Join us this May as we come together to celebrate Nevada’s historic natural and cultural resources by preserving our past and inspiring future generations to appreciate the unique history of our great state.

For more information about the State Historic Preservation Office, visit https://shpo.nv.gov.

Carson City hosts Wildfire Education and Preparedness Workshop this Tuesday

Jeff Munson — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:55:06 +0000

Event Date:

April 30, 2024 - 5:30pm

Carson City Fire Department and multiple agencies will host Tuesday the 2nd annual wildfire education and preparedness workshop for the community Tuesday, April 30.

Local residents are encouraged to register for the free workshop, designed to help prepare for the possibility of wildfires in the area during 2024. The workshop will be held in the Ormsby Room of the Carson City Sheriff's Office from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Register at carson.org/wildfire.

The event is in partnership with the UNR, Reno Extension, Living with Fire program; Carson City Sheriff’s Office, 911 and Emergency Management; the National Weather Service and the Carson City Fire Department.

Doors open at 5:15 p.m. with presentations beginning at 5:30 p.m. Attendance is free.

Concerns or questions? Contact the Carson City Fire Department at (775) 887-2210.

'Look for Something Good' by Carson City author Robert Drews available locally and online

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:00:54 +0000

"Look for Something Good," a novel written by Carson City author Robert Drews, is available locally and online.

The book tells the stories of two men who hit the reset button. When J.J. Werth is laid off by his company he finds himself at a crossroad. Likewise does his friend Father Thomas, a former Marine and unlikely priest wrestling with a ghost of the past.

Separately, J.J. and Father Thomas set out for the unknown to seek their place in the world and wind up finding very much more.

The book is available at Carson City Senior Center gift shop is located at 911 Beverly Dr. “Look for Something Good” is also available at The Purple Avocado Gift Shop, 904 N Curry St, in Carson City, at Sundance Books and Music, 121 California Ave., Reno, and in Kindle and paperback at amazon.com and paperback at barnesandnoble.com and bookshop.org.

PPI Presents: Fools by Neil Simon

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:03:54 +0000

Proscenium Players Inc. presents Fools by Neil Simon, winner of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

Get tickets:
https://breweryarts.org/event/20240519-fools/

$27 General Admission - Includes $2 processing fee. No assigned seating. Check in at Will Call when you arrive. No printed ticket needed.

$22 Senior/Student - Includes $2 processing fee. No assigned seating. Check in at Will Call when you arrive. No printed ticket needed.

Brewery Arts Center, East Building, The Maizie Theater
449 W King St
Carson City, NV

Northern Nevada backyards and gardens: Be kind to bees in 'No Mow May'

Jeff Munson — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:22:07 +0000

By JoAnne Skelly

Carson City is a Bee City USA affiliate, the first in the state of Nevada. Bee Cities are a part of The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation. "Bee City USA’s mission is to galvanize communities to sustain pollinators by providing them with healthy habitat, rich in a variety of native plants and free to nearly free of pesticides.”

The work of pollinators such as honeybees, bumble bees, butterflies, moths, bats, hummingbirds and others is critical to our food supply.

Bee City USA is promoting “No Mow May” suggesting we mow every two to three weeks rather than weekly. This will increase the availability of lawn flowers that can provide food for newly emerging native bees. Adding extra flowers at this time of year is critical to their survival because ornamental flowers may not yet be blooming in our landscapes. When we do mow, they tell us to raise the mowing height to 3 inches or more in order to miss low-growing lawn flowers. Besides benefitting pollinators, this taller mowing height also increases water efficiency and turf health overall. A “No Mow May” cycle creates a better habitat for pollinators too.

In an ideal pollinator world we would replace our lawns with a meadow of diverse plant species, rather than the grass monoculture of a traditionally maintained non-native lawn. Since meadows may not be a realistic option at every home, perhaps we can find a compromise by reducing our lawn size while increasing the number of plants, especially native plants, attractive to pollinators throughout our yard. For a list of pollinator-friendly plants go to www.carson.org/beecityusa.

Remember that commonly used lawn and garden pesticides, including insecticides, herbicides, and even fungicides, are generally harmful to pollinators. Avoiding their use is key to creating a healthy pollinator habitat.

Upcoming Bee-Friendly Events in May for Carson City’s own Bee City USA are:

May 11 – 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. – The Greenhouse Project Mother’s Day Plant Sale, 1111 N. Saliman Rd. Carson City. Vegetable and flower plants will be available. Bee City will be there to share pollinator information.

May 18 -10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Carson City Parks and Recreation’s Kids to Park Day at Mills Park, 1111 E. William St. The Bee City booth will include honey sticks, seed pack giveaways, an educational game, coloring and writing for kids. Come play the Bee Pollinator Game and learn about pollination!

May 18 – Douglas County Cooperative Extension’s Native Plant Sale at Riverfork Ranch, 381 Genoa Lane in Douglas County. There will be a good selection of native plants for the area.

Pollinator Week is June 17 to June 23, 2024.

— JoAnne Skelly is Associate Professor & Extension Educator, Emerita, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension. She can be reached at skellyj@unr.edu.

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 18:15:40 +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.

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)