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Carson High graduates 483, Pioneer Academy graduates 58 in Class of 2024 commencement ceremonies

Jeff Munson — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 20:09:13 +0000

Carson City School District

Carson High School proudly celebrated the graduation of 483 seniors during the 2024 Commencement Ceremonies held Saturday, June 1, 2024. The event, which took place at the Carson High Football Field, was a momentous occasion for the students, their families and the entire Carson High community.

Morning events began in the big gym with graduates gathering for a class photo. The soon-to-be Senator Alumni then moved out to the warm, sunny football field where the atmosphere was filled with joy, pride and anticipation. Dressed in their blue and white gowns, the graduating seniors lead a procession around the track before settling into their seats.

The ceremony was filled with joy, reflection and anticipation for the bright futures that lay before each graduate. The event showcased the remarkable accomplishments and determination of the Class of 2024, honoring their hard work, resilience and dedication throughout their high school years.

The graduates were hailed and recognized by name on stage by school administrators, school board trustees and Superintendent Andrew Feuling. The highlight of the ceremony was the sea of decorated graduation caps ceremonially being tossed into the air.

The Carson High School Class of 2024 graduates listed below by their first name followed by last name (alphabetized).
Naleia April Abbie
Ricardo Abundis
Pierce Lee Adams
Jose Aguilar Arroyo
Juan-Luis Aguilar-Mesa
Kevin Aguilar Ramirez
Emely Aguirre Rodriguez
Teresa Bernita Aguirre
Taelyn Amy Ailes
Ava Marie Aimon
Charlotte Loren Albin
Joel Adan Alcaraz
Daniel Alvarado
Malia Alvarado
Daniela Alvarez Martinez
Maritza Alvarez
Mayvana Amador-Atkins
Addison Ray Anderson
Skylar Jasmine Anderson
Linda Emily Anguiano Rojas
Ariana Aranda Gonzalez
Jeanette Arce-Garcia
Mallory Jayne Argust
Jessica Jayne Artz
Melenny Ávalos Díaz
Jose Guadalupe Avina Rodriguez
Joseph Baker
Reed Barbarigos
Ryan Barbarigos
Giselle Barrera Martinez
Noah Bean
Amy Becerra Ramirez
Kira Bell
Isla Vivian Bender
Briceyda Benitez Gallegos
Blade Patrick Benjamins
Laura Bennett
Alexandra Renee Berger
Robert Berger
Joseph Q Bertrand
Eric D Billings
Trevor Blakely
Rory Lee Block Jr.
Kaylynn Mae Bloomfield
Colin Shea Boeckman
Tanner Bohemier
Sophia Bonilla
Anthony Booth
Tarrah D Borrowman
Anthony Braceful
David Brooks
Jack K. Brown
Kaylie Eva Brown
Annika Bruketta
Nicholas Graham Brune
Jacob Daniel Budd
Leanna Bueno
Thomas Burchett
Melanie Lavena Burnett
Drea Jayden Cabral
Juan Cabrera
Sophia Nicole Calles Ramirez
Thomas Gregory Callister
Lindsay Camacho
Bea C Campbell
Jasmyne Ann Jean Campbell
Emily Candia
Emma Mae Carpenter
Zachary Carpenter
Alvaro Carrillo-Roque
Shania Shanarra Carrillo Mojarro
Arlette Karime Castañeda Jimenez
Alejandro Castillo
Viviana M. Castro
Dalia Chavez-Lopez
Estreya Cisneros Baumgardner
Samuel Kyle Clark
Ulisses Clavel Avina
John Coe
Isabel Marie Coffman
Mia Celeste Colonna
Dylan Gregory Cooley
Rylan Avery Coombs
Alicia Cortes Solis
Arleth Cota
Nykolas Coughran
Shepherd Lee Pinion Crabtree
Gwen Ingrid Crossman
Hela D Cruz
Veaney B Cruzaley
Shalom Cuevas
Wilson George Culley
Tyler John Currier
Enrique Curt Martinez
Victoria Tien Phuong Dao
Alexa Davalos
Jairo Jonas Davalos
Addison D Davis
Nathaly De La O Solis
Eric J. Delgado
Jaden M Dement
Rodrigo Diaz Quinones
Carson Wayne Dickinson
Jordan Brianne Dillard
Matthew Miles Doan
Ella Kay Dooley
Lila Ardee Downs
Melina Mariana Duarte
Xavier Duarte
Zayden Alexander Dunbar
Tallan Jacob Duran
Brandon Edwards
Dorian Thomas Elliott
Michael Ellis
Joseluis Escobar-Ruiz
Maria Guadalupe Espinoza Jimenez
Scarlett Elizabeth Esquivel
Jacqueline Estrada Diaz
Lesly Daniela Estrada Badillo
Mason Ewing
Misha Riana Fajayan
Angela Maria Fausto Hernandez
Edgar Fausto Hernandez
Camila Fayerweather Contreras
Pamela Michell Fayerweather Contreras
Radley Felix
Makenzie Leianne Fernandez
Angel Gabriel Flores Funes
Charlie Alexander Flores Ramirez
Paige Tarymae Foley
Eduardo Fonseca-Loyola
Trent Foster
Sierra Rea Frame
Mollie Frazer
Destiny Fred
Aiden Fredlund
Zachary J Freed
Angela D Fulton
Kyara Larisa Galicia-Munoz
Chantal Galindo Lopez
Christian Josue Galvez Hernandez
Dominic Gambol
Roman Lee Gantt
Alexander Aurelio Gaona
Leonardo Garcia Cortes
Rafael Garcia
Alina Marie Gastelo
Trayce Daniel George
Kayla Olivia Germain
Shane Conner Gibson
Kincaid D. Gill
Zadee Mae Gitthens
Anthony Jafet Godoy Cano
Josue Gomez
Steve Gomez Mata
Caleb Emil Gonzalez Maqueda
Crystal Gonzalez
Eveny Gonzalez
Jesus Gonzalez-Figueroa
Maria Elena Gonzalez Escobar
Michelle Gonzalez Castro
Rene Aldahir Gonzalez
Emily Elizabeth Goodwin
Sarah Elizabeth Gorcey
Todd Gosselin
Austin Gregg
Brooklynn Nicole Grundy
Samuel Guerra
Emir Guillen Narvaez
Zachary William Guiza
Adam Gurklies
David Gutierrez-Dejesus
Anakin Guzzetta
Aleah Hague
Makayla Elizabeth Halverson
Danyl Asa Handley
Esmay Harger
Alexis Morgan Harris
Anthony J. Harris
Kylie Heckman
Robert Arnold Heidt
Orion Shea Hennessey
Dawson Herbert
Jaime Hernandez Meza
Jeremy Hernandez
Jose Hernandez Velazquez
Luis Hernandez-Flores
Carlos Herrera Jr
Dylan Justin Heskett
Owen Ryan Hickson
Cheyenne Hobbs
Michael Isaiah John Hoffer
Trinity Hoffer
Isaac Matthew Hope-Almazan
Addison Hopkins
Isabella Lynne Hopper
Brendan Joel Hubbs-Whitney
Michael Hughes
Arissa M. Hughey
Amaleia Humphrey
Taylor Hunt
Isaiah D Hurlbert
Anthony Louis Isaacson
Olvin Josue Interiano Garcia
Ari Mauricio Iza
Monserrat Itzel Iza
Justin Jacobs
Keira Ra´chelle Jacobsen
Pahola Piedade Jacquez Gonzales
Sophia Jimenez
Braidon Jones
Kendal Grace Joyner
Lance James Kenison
Myleea Lei Kever
Joshua King
Elyjah Allan Kinney
Jessie Loretta Kirkendoll
Katarina Eliana Klatt
Braedyn Anthony Kleinfieldt
Jack Rowan Kleppe
Toby Krehbiel
Gabrielle Kitana Kruse
Jora Lael Kurland
Mori Emanuel Kurland
Zachery John Laaker
Daniel Thomas Labaya
Emanuel Landa Ramirez
Jayden A Laplante
Miguel Angel Lara
Darby Darlana Larsen
Arene Juil Leblanc
Daniel Limas Majano
Madalyn Lee Lind Smith
Alexandra Llamas-Cruz
Angelina Elena Llamas-Ledezma
Luet Lobsien
Miles Vincent Lobsien
Audreanna Lynne Locatelli
Ethan Lewis Long
Leondre Dawa Long
Savannah K Lopez
Zack Alan Lopez
Jennifer Lopez Castaneda
Maritza Lopez Garcia
Vielka Lisbeth Lopez Munguia
Antonio Lopez-Zendejas
Dakota Robert Lott
Gabriel Orion Lucas
Kate Elizabeth Lucas
Frine Aurora Anaya-Lugo
Kaylee Yadira Luna-Astucuri
Jodie Lundy
Hunter Machal
Adilene Magana Avina
Rayner L Malasaga
Ranjot S. Mand
Charles David Manning
Andrea Isabelle Manriquez Quintero
Edwin Manzano
Braden Jay March
Ayden Marhevka
Katherine Mariscal
Arturo Martell-Garcia
Halle Mae Martin
Adrian Xanum Martinez
Jonatan Martinez
Joshua Daniel Martinez
Roxanna Katherine Martinez Negrete
Arianna Michelle Martinez-Aguilera
Savannah Masters
Mariela Mata Garcia
Stephany Mata Izquierdo
Andrea Guadalupe Mata-Lara
Monica Matson
Jacob Nathaniel Matthews
Aden McBride
Kellsee McDonald
Brookelyn Lucille McGee
Jamie Ann McGee
Mars McIntosh
Jason Lloyd McKinney Jr.
Parker R. McLaren
Izabella Kathryn McNeely
Alexander Medina
Lizbeth Medina Graciano
Alma Medina Pena
Kenia Guadalupe Medina-Rojas
Mazzerick Anthony Mejia Garcia
Cassandra Mendoza
Sadie Leela Mendoza Frenna
Jaime Mendoza Montalvo
Julian Jay Anthony Miller
London Miller
Natalya Moon Miller
Sarah Madelyn Miller
Christopher John Mitchell
Madelyn Monson
Marcus Benjamin Montes
Justin Michael Moore
Joshua Moreno Ricardez
Maverick Dean Morgan
Benjamin Morrison
Brendin Chase Munoz
Serina A. Munoz Ayala
Dayna Louise Myrehn
Trey Neal
Joel Alexis Negrete Tapia
Hong Chau Nguyen
Eyden Marie Nichols
Zachary Nichols
Kiara Nunez Sanchez
Lucas Daniel O'Brien
Jenna Marie O'Connor
Dylan Michael O'Dell
Kayden Michael O'Gorman
Navi Ochoa
Delfa Tatiana Olivas
Dylan Olson
Jocelyn Orozco Ruiz
Roselyn Orozco Ruiz
Laisha Ortiz
Ashley Ortiz Rodriguez
Owen Lind Orvald
Hailey Osborne
Joaquin Alberto Palomino
Rebecca Papke
Collin Parker
Erich Jaisean Parker
Nathaniel Parsons
Mia Ann-May Pascual
Riley A Patterson
Tessa Payan
Brigitte Anne de Leon Paz
Stephani Leighanne Pereira
Manuel Alejandro Perez
Paul Roberto Perez
Alex Perry
Hayden Robert Peters
Riley Philip Petersen
Nathan Leonard Peterson
Emmanuel Pineda
John David Pinto Negrete
Alesan Estrella Ponce-Hernandez
Colton Poor
Alissa Grace Powers
Riley Sierra Pulver
Vanessa Quezada Lara
Mia Selena Quintanilla Villarreal
Donovan Ramirez
Kenzie Marie Ramirez
Eduardo Ramirez Arreguin
Camila Ramirez Rodriguez
Misty Cierra Rasmussen
Bailey M Rasner
Kasey Ravenscroft
Kate Amber Read
Kaylee Redus
Rhianna Berta Redwine
Justin M Reed
Kameron Reed
Yuliana Renteria Aguilera
Priscilla E Resendiz-Solis
Cynthia Reyes
Isabella Reyes
Samuel A Richetta
Isaiah Rico
Odin Riley
Evan Risi
Fabian Jesus Rivera Cordova
Ziah Rizo
Paris Lynn Robbins
Madeline Rose Roberts
Selena Robles Ruiz
Yulisa Rodriguez Alonso
Cristian Rodriguez Martinez
Janet Rodriguez Mendoza
Christian Rodriguez-Cabrera
Perlita Rojas Ortiz
Maria Fernanda Rojas-Galindo
Julyeta Romero Erazo
Spencer Ropp
Diego Rosales-Corona
Tannir Roush
Anna Roylance
Leah Roylance
Aiko Heaven Ruelan
Manuel Ruiz-Camacho
Brynn Anna Russell
Luis Martin Saavedra Quirarte
Aaliyah Calderon Salazar
Sherlyn Alexandra Salgado Guitron
Gya Sanchez
Sarah Rebecca Sanchez
Seth Azure Sanchez
Jonathan Emmanuel Sanchez Iniguez
Alyssa Saragosa
Matthew Aaron Scharadin
Logan Schierholt
Parker Mclane Schmid
Keyonni Wah-Kera Scott
Peyton Searcy
Luisa Segura-Cruz
Lizneidy Serratos
Lorrell Sophia Service
Miguel Angel Servin
Jordan Sieben
Shawna Marie Siegmann
Madeline Faye Silsby
Evan Scott Silva
Noah Silverberg
Andi Rose Simmons
Madalyn Michelle Simpson
Sequoia Skenandore
Aidan Charles Sloan
Christian Richards Smith
Lindsey Ann Smith
Emily Snyder
Darlin Guadalupe Solis Gonzalez
Isabella Nicole Stagliano
Toriana Grace Stauffer
David Venancio Igualdo Stoffer
Danica Leigh Studley
Sandra Michelle Sullivan
Maddox Giovanni Sweet Calderon
Jordan Bruce Tabaracci
Reagan Talkington
Corinne Arlene Ternau
Sylis Anthony Tese Chandler
Viviana Teutli Arellano
Christian Michael Thackston
Tristan R Thayer
Rustam Singh Thind
Jasmine Leilani Thomann
Eva Thomas
Kai Charles Thomas
Mariah Rae Thompson
Melissa Katie Halana Malie Thompson
Kailey Alissa Tierney
Esau Torres Marquez
Anton Hector Torres-Cruz
Annalisa Torres-Morales
Emily Tran
Philip Tran
Nikolaiev Tressler
Piper Riley Truax
Anna K Turner
Ivan Guillermo Usquiano
Diego Valdovinos
David Vallejo Gomez
Tegan Vansickle
Cynthia Vargas
Danielle Paige Varin
Nicole K. Vasquez Menjivar
Taisha Maria Vasquez
Elias Vazquez Juarez
Angel Vega
Valeria Vega Realivazquez
Arwen Vela
Josephine Marie Verive-Cain
Dominique Villavicencio
Juan D. Villeda
Ximena Villegas Martinez
Mackenzie Lee Wager
Jazmine Marina Wagner
Eric Walker
James Walther
Grace Webb
Kylee Wentz
Boston Daniel Wesolowski
Hayden Joseph White
Isaac Layne Williams
Lacey Jo Williams
Aryiah Renee Winig
Lucas Jeffrey Wold
Audrey W Wood
Selma Rose Works
Sebastian Wright
Trevor Allen Wright
Alee Wainani Yim
Jared Zambrano Ibarra
Aby Zambrano Oseguera
Monica Zarate-Lara
Stephanie Elizabeth Zermeno Zurita
Publication of a student's name is not verification of official graduation.

Academic Recognitions
AP Capstone Candidates (Blue and White Cord)
Associate Degree (Light Blue Stole)
AVID (White & Black Stole)
Career and Technical Education Diploma (Red Cord)
FBLA (Gold Stole)
FFA (Blue & Gold Stole)
Fine Arts Diploma (Brown Cord)
Four-Time Academic Letter Award (Silver Cord)
GSA (Rainbow Cord)
HOSA (Navy, Maroon and White Cord)
NJROTC (Blue & Gold Braided Cord)
National Honor Society (Light Blue w/Gold Lettering Scarf)
Officer and Honor Status in International Thespian Society, Troupe 5180 (White or Blue Stole)
Officer in International Thespian Society Troupe 5180 (Gold & Blue Braided Cord)
Pro-Start National Restaurant Association Certification (Blue & Green Braided Cord)
Senior Class or Student Body Officers (Purple Cord)
Skills USA (Red & White Braided Cord)
Latin Honors
Summa Cum Laude (Royal Blue Cord)
Magna Cum Laude (Navy Blue Cord)
Cum Laude (Light Blue Coral Cord)
Tied with
Distinction (Purple)
Honors (Silver)
High Honors (Gold)
Highest Honors (Old Gold)

In addition to Saturday’s graduation at Carson High, Pioneer Academy also hosted commencement ceremonies for 58 graduates Wednesday, May 29, at the Carson City Community Center. The Pioneer Academy Class of 2024 Graduates listed below by their first name followed by last name (alphabetized).

Alicia Aguilar
Ezra Arneson
Ashlyn Benitez
Anthony Betancourt-Martinez
Braden Bryant
Alyssa Bustamanya
Brooklynn Case
Donevan Coffin
Anthony Cox
Dakota Cramer
Travis De Pola
Mason Dey
Sean Downey
Cohl Elias
Mouhamed Fall
Kat Folster
Sadie Fullerton
Savannah Garcia
Katelyn Garciatirre
Andrew Gonzalez
Hunter Goodbear
Jakob Hall
Kie Halling
Taren Hawkins
Edward Heddy
Angel Hottendorf
Lyla Hurt
Malaina Hutson
Emily Jeffries
Jazlynn Johnson
Damian Juarez-Mendez
Jay Keller
Carly Kluck
Randi Littlewolf
Mateo Macias
Austin Manies
Drake Marozas
Kyleigh Marozas
Hanah Martin
Kayden Mazy-Gildark
Kaelyn McCormick
Jayden Melendrez
Alex Ortiz
Deandre Paplia
Dulce Perez Montero
Tristan Pulsipher
Alice Reaver
Morgan Saindon
Jose Salgado Gomez
Kaitlyn Samaniego
Wren Sanchez Flores
Nestor Solis-Lara
Autumn Stewart
Taylor Christina
Athena Trujillo
Isaac Wahpepah
David Wright
Marie Ybarra

— Publication of a student's name is not verification of official graduation.

Additionally, Carson Middle School had 237 eighth graders promoted to high school in a ceremony Thursday, May 30, and Eagle Valley Middle School had 202 eighth graders promoted to high school in a ceremony Wednesday, May 29.

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

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 18:43:55 +0000

Linda Buchanan, Catmandu

Meet Penelope, also known as Princess Penelope. This sweetie is very social and friendly. She is a beautiful short-haired Tabby hoping to find a home where she will be spoiled for the rest of her life. At 9 years young, this lovely girl has many good years of life ahead of her.

Let’s hear what Penelope has to say:
“I’m no longer a kitten, but neither am I an old cat. I’m in the prime of my life. I dream of finding the purrfect home where I can love my people and be loved in return.”

Penelope would prefer a quiet home where her people are often home to give her the attention she desires. She is very friendly with people and according to her former owners she does well with dogs and other cats. However, here at Catmandu she is not doing well with the other cats. She would do best being your one and only kitty.

Penelope was surrendered because her people travel extensively for work and were seldo home to give her the love and attention she wants and needs. Although she is relatively low-maintenance and not super-clingy or demanding, she does like being pet and sitting right beside you.

A very healthy cat, Penelope is spayed and up-to-date on her shots. Although she is only 9, we would consider placing her in the senior-to-senior foster program. This innovative foster program places senior cats with senior adults. Vet care is subsidized and the cat can return to Catmandu if anything happens to you.

If you are interested in meeting this lovely lady, please complete a pre-adoption application on our website at CatmanduCC.org/adoptions and plan to visit him soon. We are open Friday –Sunday from 11am to 5 pm, at 1829 Brown Street.

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.

We are celebrating our 10-year anniversary with a big event on June 29 th at the Plaza Event Center. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit our website at CatmanduCC.org.

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. Meow means thank you.

Carson City Connections gathering June 20 to feature 'a funny thing happened' story theme

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 16:24:33 +0000

CONNECTIONS Central

June's Carson City Connections story theme is "A funny thing happened..." The magic of humor in our lives and relationships. Join us for a few laughs with Robert and Maria. Both share in the love of humor and laughter. For them it's serious business — a means of expressing and coping with all of life's many challenges.There is no better medicine than the tears of laughter.

BRING A FRIEND!

CONNECTIONS brings people together to share stories, engage in conversation, and learn how to strengthen and build meaningful relationships that bring more joy to ourselves and to others.

Community members from all walks of life and all ages gather for sharing, learning, and benefitting from the experiences of one another.

CONNECTIONS meets every 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:00-6:30 at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King Street, East Building - Grand Ballroom

Join us for complimentary refreshments, inspiration, connection and a lot of fun!

In the past year, CONNECTIONS gatherings’ have been bringing happiness and joy to many Northern Nevada residents of all ages and backgrounds. Events are hosted at the Brewery Arts Center, La Capital Cafe, Comma Coffee, and the Carson City Senior Center.

Check out our Calendar of events frequently at the link here for the growing opportunities to connect with others throughout Northern Nevada.

At a time when the Surgeon General has declared loneliness a national endemic, the need for connection is greater than ever. Living in a state of loneliness is equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day and increases premature death by 26 percent. It increases the risk for Alzheimers by 50 percent, the risk of heart disease by 29 percent and the risk of stroke by 32 percent.

The longest running Happiness Study (Harvard) found the #1 determinant of happiness, health and longevity is the quality of our relationships with others. CONNECTIONS brings people together for the goal of helping them build, nurture and maintain positive and meaningful relationships through guided story-sharing.

The shortest distance between two people is a story, and everyone has one to share. We want to hear them!

See video below.

Forest Service prepares for 2024 fire season, crews ramp up for busy season across Sierra

Jeff Munson — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 14:38:42 +0000

U.S. Forest Service

Fire crews and managers are already preparing for fire season. Despite two years of average to above-average precipitation, USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region Fire Director, Jaime Gamboa, knows just how quickly wildfire season can take off.

“We will not get complacent,” Gamboa said. “Our firefighting crews, equipment, and aircraft form one of the largest, most experienced wildland firefighting forces in the world. We’re ready to respond to whatever the season brings.” Gamboa also stressed the importance of being able to bring in other Federal crews from across the country. “With the Federal system we have, we can call resources from neighboring states and even farther away,” he said. “That means that when California is busy, we are able to not only sustain our staffing numbers, but also enhance them, all without depleting other state resources.”

Across the region’s national forests including the Lake Tahoe Basin, crews are completing fire trainings for new firefighters. Annual refreshers are underway for those in firefighting support. Readiness Reviews — or annual skills and fitness evaluations — are putting skills into action. Scenarios test everything from using hoses, pumps, and equipment, to treating and transporting injured firefighters. Strength and endurance are continually tested and refined as a critical part of the job.

For aircraft crews — like smokejumpers, helitack crews, rappelers and other aviation resources — mandatory job recertifications are starting. Throughout the long summer all these crews will continue to meet the required testing or mission every two weeks to stay current. National crews will be at the ready to support in-state crews for resources and relief.

Another rainy winter, with fewer than average viable prescribed burn windows, has pushed the prescribed fire season later into the year, and managers are working to ensure hazardous fuels are being treated while still remaining confident they can respond to wildfires.

This year, in his annual letter of intent to firefighters, USDA Forest Service Chief, Randy Moore, reaffirmed our continuing commitment to public and firefighter safety, while also stressing forward movement.

“I expect us to continue to use all available tools and technologies to ensure proactive prescribed fire planning and implementation, fire detection, risk assessments, fire response, and post-fire recovery. Every fire will receive a risk-informed response; we know the most effective strategies are collaboratively carried out at the local level… (to) help us make informed decisions that balance resource objectives with safety and community protection.”

In the photos: USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) firefighters conducted their Annual Fire Readiness Drill yesterday, May 29, 2024, in Christmas Valley near South Lake Tahoe with support from CAL FIRE’s Amador-El Dorado Unit. Annual Fire Readiness Drills help ensure firefighters are well prepared to respond to every fire, every time. Photo credit: USDA Forest Service Photos by LTBMU Chief, Carrie Thaler, and Fire Public Information Officer, Leona Allen.

Optum’s ‘Medicine on the Move’ mobile medical center to visit Carson City June 4-5

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 13:38:32 +0000

Optum, a leading health solution and care delivery organization, brings its Mobile Medical Center known as "Medicine on the Move" to Carson City this Tuesday and Wednesday.

Optum members can schedule an Annual Wellness Visit at a Medicine on the Move Mobile Medical Center for a thorough, relaxed visit with a doctor. The appointment will provide a great overall picture of the patient’s health at no extra cost, including health screenings, care planning, medication review and physical and mental health discussions.

Once completed, qualifying patients will receive a $50 gift card. Services are open and available to Optum Nevada members at no cost.

WHEN:
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 (7:30am-5:30pm)
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 (7:30am-5:30pm)

WHERE:
Carson Tahoe Specialty Medical Center
775 Fleishmann Way, Carson City, NV 89703

Call to make an appointment today at 1-800-609-3812, TTY 711

Discover Andean Music with Kantu Inka during 3-week series at Carson City Senior Center

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:10:44 +0000

Carson City Senior Center

Discover Andean Music with Kantu Inka during a series of three weekly lessons at the Carson City Senior Center.

The Carson City Senior Center is hosting a 3-week series to learn to play the Zampoña (Peruvian Pan Pipes), starting Tuesday, June 25 at 2:30 to 4 pm.

Three weekly 90-minute lessons on Tuesdays regarding notes of the zampoña where you’ll learn to play songs with Kantu Inka. Pan pipes provided.

The event is free and will be in the Joshua Tree Room at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. RSVP’s for the event are required. Call the Senior Center to reserve a seat as space is limited or for more information (775) 883-0703.

Large fire reported near Speedway, 95A in Lyon County

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 31 May 2024 23:26:26 +0000

UPDATE: The fire is controlled and extinguished, per WildCAD. No further extension to wildland, according to Eastern Sierra Fire & Ice, a fire and weather watch page.
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A large fire has been reported and spotted on the wildland fire cameras in Lyon County as of Friday afternoon.

Around 4 p.m. the smoke plume was first reported near Speedway and 95A in Lyon County.

It is reportedly on or near a salvage yard.

First responders are on scene and multiple mutual aid resources have been called.

Updates to follow.

Carson City Supervisors to discuss potential mercury contamination, union negotiation issues, and more

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 31 May 2024 22:46:44 +0000

Event Date:

June 6, 2024 - 8:00am

by Kelsey Penorse

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting takes place Thursday, June 6 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

— The EPA and Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) will provide an update on the Carson River Superfund site.

The superfund site is the only National Priorities List site in Nevada due to the mercury that was utilized in historic gold and silver mining processes.

The site consists of two major investigation areas; the first is the source areas including the former mills and tailings, while the second is the associated tributaries including the river, streams, canals, floodplains and lakes.

The site generally extends along the Carson River from the Mexican Dam to the Carson Sink and Stillwater Wildlife Refuge and encompasses five counties including Carson City.

Current work on the second site includes investigation of potential contamination in soil at residences in the Empire Ranch subdivision and the selection of an interim remedy.

— Water testing will be discussed with a proposed contract amendment with Eurofins Eaton Analytical, LLC. to increase the compensation amount by a total of $160,000 beyond the original contract amount of $96,614.

An annual contract amount was initiated through Dec. 31, 2025 for municipal water testing; however, due to increased testing requirements established recently by the EPA commonly referred to as the PFAS rule, the city will need to increase its testing.

— Following an impasse with the Carson City Sheriff’s Supervisory Association acting on behalf of employees with the rank of Lieutenant or Captain, the city will need to retain representation for further union negotiations.

Supervisors will discuss hiring Fisher & Phillips LLP to represent the city for an amount not to exceed $150,000 in further negotiations. During previous negotiations, the city and the union were able to reach tentative agreements on many terms, but have been unable to reach a tentative agreement on terms concerning pay and the agreement’s duration.

The union declared negotiations at an impasse, which requires the parties to enter dispute resolution processes on an accelerated timeline, according to the agenda.

— Supervisors will discuss the proposed Carson River Trails System Phase III Prison Hill West Project contract with Facilities Management Inc.

If approved, the project will encompass trail and trailhead improvements and construction for a total amount not to exceed $1.6 million funded by a Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act grant.

This project consists of all labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary for the construction of approximately 2.5 miles of trail including ditches, drainage pipes, rip/rap, erosion control, signs, re-vegetation and related improvements.

The project also includes improvements to an existing trailhead, improvements to the road that accesses the trailhead and modifications to a pedestrian crossing at Edmonds Drive including a crosswalk and rectangular rapid flashing beacons (pedestrian crossing signs and flashing lights).

— An update will be provided on the Carson City Housing Plan.

Staff will present an update on the Housing Plan and request further direction from the Board, if any. The Housing Plan consists of three phases: (1) Survive, (2) Stabilize, and (3) Thrive.

The ultimate purpose is to move unsheltered individuals through each phase of the plan with the ultimate goal of independent and permanent housing.

— A contract with George T. Hall Co. Inc will be discussed to provide integration services for the Quill Water Treatment Rehabilitation Project for a total not to exceed $611,600.

According to the agenda, The Quill Water Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Project will provide a new packaged surface water treatment system to treat six million gallons of surface water per day. The integration services provided through this contract will allow the various hardware, software and automated components of the new system to communicate effectively with each other to ensure a smooth, reliable and cost-effective water treatment process.

— Two representatives will be selected for the Carson City Culture and Tourism Authority, one to represent the hotel-motel industry and one for the citizen-at-large position, both for a two year term. New applications were received from B. Alexandra Walden and Andrew Reno, and Michael Jones has applied for reappointment for the hotel-motel industry.

— Supervisors will discuss a proposed contract with Noverant, Inc. for $143,933.80 for a one year term to provide and track employee virtual training. The system will enable Public Works to track all training including safety and job-related certifications; provide a library of premed virtual training content; and create personalized training content. Funding for the purchase was approved as part of the 2024 final budget.

— Supervisors will discuss giving the Aquatic Facility Asphalt Parking Lot Replacement Project to A & K Earth Movers, Inc. for a total amount not to exceed $135,400. The engineer’s initial estimate was $190,000.

— Supervisors will discuss the First Judicial District Court’s proposed budgets for reimbursement from the State Child Support Enforcement Program in the amount of $35,588 for 2025 and $36,004 for 2026.

Previously, the board approved an interlocal contract between the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, the First Judicial District Court, Storey County and Carson City to recruit and appoint court child support magistrates to hold child support hearings and oversee other matters, and to receive reimbursement from the state. Budget requests for each year are required in order to receive reimbursement.

For these and other agenda items, click here.

Carson Farmers Market Kickoff begins June 8, continues every Saturday through September

Fri, 31 May 2024 22:00:44 +0000

By Breana Coons

Experience Carson City's only farmers market, open every Saturday—rain or shine—from June 8 to September 28, 2024, at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Mills Park.

Delight in a diverse array of offerings from local farmers, ranchers, artisan bakers and crafters.

Savor a scrumptious breakfast or lunch while you shop for fresh produce, baked goods, and vibrant flowers.

All this and more await you under the shade of Mills Park's pavilion and the park's lush trees, complemented by the enchanting sounds of live music.

Join us for a unique blend of community, culture and cuisine!

Feeding Pets of the Homeless Celebrates Historic Milestone with Sierra Veterinary Hospital in Carson City

Fri, 31 May 2024 19:54:39 +0000

Feeding Pets of the Homeless

Feeding Pets of the Homeless, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing food and veterinary care to pets of homeless individuals, is proud to announce a momentous occasion in its history. Sierra Veterinary Hospital, located in Carson City, has been honored as the first and oldest Donation Site in the country by Feeding Pets of the Homeless.

In recognition of this remarkable achievement, Feeding Pets of the Homeless presented Sierra Veterinary Hospital with a commemorative plaque, acknowledging their unwavering commitment to supporting the organization's mission for over a decade and a half.

Laura Brown, Executive Director of Feeding Pets of the Homeless, expressed her gratitude for Sierra Veterinary Hospital's longstanding partnership, stating, "Sierra Veterinary Hospital has been instrumental in our efforts to provide essential support to homeless individuals and their beloved pets. Their dedication to our cause has been unwavering, and we are immensely grateful for their continued support over the years."

Steven Kiley, Human Resources Director at Sierra Veterinary Hospital, also shared his thoughts on this significant milestone, saying, "Being recognized as the first and oldest Donation Site by Feeding Pets of the Homeless is a tremendous honor for our team. Since becoming a donation site in 2008, we have witnessed the positive impact of Feeding Pets of the Homeless' work firsthand, and we are proud to play a role in supporting such a worthy cause."

Feeding Pets of the Homeless is committed to addressing the often-overlooked issue of pet homelessness and ensuring that pets receive the care and resources they need, regardless of their owners' circumstances. Through partnerships with compassionate businesses across the nation like Sierra Veterinary Hospital, Feeding Pets of the Homeless continues to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners across the nation.

For more information about Feeding Pets of the Homeless and how to get involved, please visit www.petsofthehomeless.org.

About Feeding Pets of the Homeless: Since its founding in 2008, Feeding Pets of the Homeless has saved thousands of pets by providing more than 2 million pounds of food and nearly $5 million in veterinary assistance. Donations to Feeding Pets have helped more than 30,000 pets nationwide, including thousands of military veteran pet owners experiencing homelessness. Feeding Pets has a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, their highest rating.

Grand Opening of new Carson City trail happening Thursday, June 6

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 31 May 2024 19:09:20 +0000

Event Date:

June 6, 2024 (All day)

Muscle Powered

Grand Opening Alert! As many of you have noticed, there has been a new trail slowly working its way up from the 5th St. Prison Hill trail up towards the North Loop.

The Desert Peach trail is nearing completion and to make it official, we will be hosting a grand opening ride and or walk on the trail. Come join us to celebrate the completion of this much needed connector trail!

Date:
Thursday June 6th,2024

Time:
6:00 PM

Meeting Place:
5th St. Prison Hill parking lot. (Corner of Carson River Park and 5th St)

What to expect:

Desert Peach is our newest non-motorized single track trail on Prison Hill. Join us for a gradual climb, starting at an elevation of 4,650, we will bike or hikearound 700 ft. up before tying into the North Loop.

Those who are interested in continuing on and completing the North Loop are welcome to do so. The climb up is well worth the ride down!

Bikers (including class 1 e-bikes) and hikers are encouraged to join us for this approx. 2 mile up and 2 mile back ride or hike.

No RSVP required!

Crews are still actively working on the trail, please be respectful and do not ride or walk the trail prior to the grand opening.

Western Days in South Lake Tahoe the kickoff to 75th annual Wagon Train

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 31 May 2024 18:10:47 +0000

Event Date:

June 1, 2024 (All day)

Paula Peterson, South Tahoe Now

Join the Lake Tahoe Historical Society for the 3rd annual Western Days on Saturday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the museum complex. Entry and activities are free.

There will be free tours of the museum, the 1930s log cabin, a peek into the 1860s Toll House, children's hands-on activities, horse-drawn carriage rides, craft vendors, music by the Cash Only Band and Whiskey Wolves, and western entertainment and storytelling by David and Gayle Woodruff.

Chow down on BBQ from Chicken in a Barrel and quench your thirst with a hard (or soft) beverage, or fill up your water bottles.

Schedule:

Open 10 a.m.

Performances

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Cash Only Band
1 p.m. to 2 p.m. - "The Reno Cure" Chautauqua performance
2 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Whiskey Wolves

Ongoing

Hangtown Marshals
Kids activities and games - learn how the younger set played along the prairie!
Free horse-drawn carriage rides

Close: 4 p.m.

Parking is available at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center and along Rufus Allen Blvd. and Lyons Avenue. The museum is on the bike trail and at a bus stop, so consider leaving the car at home or using Lake Link.

On Sunday, June 2, the 75th annual Hwy 50 Wagon Train will be making its way from Lake Tahoe to Placerville. They will be leaving from their campsite at Round Hill at approximately 9 a.m. and will be escorted to Rufus Allen Blvd. where they will lunch along the road starting at about 11:30 a.m. Unfortunately, this year they cannot stop at the museum for lunch due to construction at the adjacent ambulance station. Once they rest, its on to Meyers on Sawmill Road where they will camp overnight (sorry, this is a private event).

On Monday, June 3, the Wagon Train makes its way west over Echo Summit. For more information on the Wagon Train, visit https://www.hwy50wagontrain.com/

Celebrate the history of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra!

The museum complex is located at 3058 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe.

Remains of missing woman found, Lyon County investigating as a homicide

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 31 May 2024 16:45:59 +0000

Lyon County Sheriff’s Office

On April 15, 2024 the Lyon County Sheriff's Office received information regarding a missing person report filed in the State of Michigan for 25 year old Sara Arlene Filiatraut.

Ms. Filiatraut was reported missing by her family, who reported her last known location to be in Lyon County on March 21, 2024.

The Lyon County Sheriff's Office, Investigations Division, immediately began investigating this case and made locating Ms. Filiatraut their top priority. Over the course of approximately 5 weeks, Detectives followed up on numerous investigative leads, all the while hoping to find Ms. Filiatraut alive and well.

On May 22, 2024, working on information gained during the investigation, Detectives from the Lyon County Sheriff's Office, along with Detectives from the Churchill County Sheriff's Office, and members of Churchill County Search and Rescue, began a search in a remote area of Churchill County. During this search, the remains of a deceased female were located.

As the remains were located in Churchill County, the Churchill County Sheriff's Office began a death investigation.

On May 23, 2024 the Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner's Office positively identified the remains as Ms. Filiatraut. Final autopsy findings are currently pending; however, law enforcement is investigating this case as a homicide.

Both the Lyon County Sheriff's Office and Churchill County Sheriff's Office, with the assistance of the Washoe County Sheriff's Office, Forensic Investigation Section, are currently investigating this case. In an effort to protect the integrity of the investigation, no further information will be released at this time.

Anyone who has information regarding the above investigation may 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 24LY01479.

Hard Rock Cover Band Sierra Rock to Perform at the Capital City Brewfest June 22

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 31 May 2024 16:05:31 +0000

Event Date:

June 22, 2024 (All day)

Denise Clodjeaux

Get ready to raise your glass and start dancing when Sierra Roc takes the stage at the Capital City Brewfest. The Brewfest takes place Saturday, June 22nd in Downtown Carson City.

More than two dozen brewers and several food trucks will line Curry Street at McFadden Plaza from 3:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sierra Roc will perform on the Plaza’s stage.

Voted one of the top 5 best local bands in a Reno News and Review poll, Sierra Roc, a classic hard rock cover band, promises a high-energy performance of chart-topping songs from 80’s and 90’s.

“We are really excited to bring our powerful vocal and guitar driven show to the Capital City Brewfest,” said band member Kevin Jones. “We think it will provide a concert like vibe to the event.”

Attendees can expect to hear songs from bands such as Bon Jovi, Guns & Roses, Journey, Aerosmith, Foreigner, Heart, Led Zeppelin, and Van Halen.

Sierra Roc is known for its talented musicians, deep set list, energetic performances and always delivering a great show and party like atmosphere.

The Capital City Brewfest is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Carson City. The annual event is the club’s major fundraiser. Proceeds help fund the club’s community and educational programs.

Jones says the band always loves to perform “This is what we love to do, but it’s even more satisfying when it benefits the community.”

Tickets to the Capital City Brewfest are $40 in advance and $45 at the door and are available at https://www.capitalcitybrewfest.com

RSVP to provide Carson City Farmers Market coupons to qualifying seniors June 4

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 31 May 2024 15:00:13 +0000

Event Date:

June 4, 2024 (All day)

RSVP Press Release

Senior coupons have arrived! Nevada RSVP has received senior coupons for the farmers market.

They will be distributing them on June 4, 2024:

Carson City Community Center Lobby
851 E. William Street, Carson City, NV 89701
9:00 am - 12:30 pm

What are senior coupons? A booklet with $50 worth of coupons to purchase fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets. This is for qualifying low-income seniors who are 60+ years old.

The Nevada Department of Agriculture receives a federal grant for this program. You must qualify to receive the coupons.

Check here to see if you qualify.

The farmers market returns June 8 in Carson City.

Carson Antique Mall officially opens in old Grocery Outlet location

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 30 May 2024 23:03:22 +0000

Ronni Hannaman, Carson City Chamber of Commerce

There was the grandest of grand openings on May 29th at the newly relocated Carson Antiques and Collectibles Mall. The mayor, two supervisors, Carson City Chamber officials, and many others came to tour the new store (once Grocery Outlet) located at 1831 N. Carson Street where there is plenty of parking.

Owner George Alm - in top hat and tails - presided over the event and cut the ribbon to officially introduce one of the largest such malls in Northern Nevada for those who love to browse antiques and collectibles.

Open daily 10 am - 6 pm., the mall currently features about 35 beautifully appointed stalls filled with fine collectibles and furniture.

Sassafras joins greenUP! as newest member of Green Dining Nevada

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 30 May 2024 21:51:47 +0000

Babi Winter, Northern Nevada Green Dining Coordinator

greenUP!, an environmental education non-profit working with local businesses, announces partnership with Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint as a member of Green Dining Nevada network of sustainable restaurants.

The newest member of Green Dining Nevada, Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint will be part of greenUP!’s Green Box To-Go Nevada program. The program offers reusable takeout containers to reduce single-use materials in the food industry. Instead, Green Box To-Go creates a circular system where food containers get reused by customers and professionally sanitized by restaurants.

Sassafras owners remark: “We have always been attentive and innovative regarding sustainable practices at Sassafras. When we heard about greenUP! offering reusable takeout containers, we knew that would align with the culture we promote at the restaurant and that we share with our customers.”

Sassafras is a long-time supporter of local partners, including vendors at the farmers market, ensuring every ingredient served in its meals is sourced responsibly. Established in 2011, the restaurant prides itself for treating their staff and customers like family, with some of the members dating since its opening.

Barbara Winter, Northern Nevada Green Dining Coordinator said, “This partnership marks a
significant milestone in our journey, expanding beyond our roots in the Carson City Downtown Green Dining District to embrace the vibrant flavors of Sassafras. Our community of green diners has been asking us to partner with Sassafras, a well-known local experience to all Carson residents. From their globally inspired, sustainable dishes to their unwavering commitment to giving back, Sassafras is truly an embodiment of the sustainability ethos.”

We invite all who are interested to try Green Box To-Go and see how simple sustainable dining can be. Download the GreenBox To-Go APP from Google Play or Apple Store.

For more information: https://greenupnv.org/green-box-to-go/

greenUP! is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides environmental education for businesses helping Nevada cut down on waste, reduce valuable resource consumption, and fight climate change in an environmentally safe and cost-effective manner. The Carson Street Green Dining district is a greenUP! project that began in 2019. In 2022, greenUP! worked together with several Northern Nevada sustainability organizations to form the Green Dining Nevada which is now a statewide initiative.

Comma Coffee to host Jazz nights Wednesdays beginning June 5

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 30 May 2024 21:46:52 +0000

Event Date:

June 5, 2024 (All day)

Press Release

Comma Coffee will be hosting a Jazz night on Wednesday nights beginning June 5.

The initial Trio for June 5 and 12 will be Cherie Shipley vocals, Ron Savage-keys/vocals, Eric Finkelstein-drums/vocals. Three groups will rotate. The other two are Tom Stryker-harmonica/vocals with Jimmy Vermillion-keys/vocals, Neil Strocchio-drums, and then Carolyn Dolan-vocals/harmonica with Peter Supersano-keys, Joe Dolister-upright bass.

It will also be a jam, inviting musicians and singers to sit in with the house Trio.

Opening night is Wednesday June 5 and will continue weekly every Wednesday.
Comma Coffee closes daily at 2:00pm, (closed Sundays) but will be re-opening at 6:00pm on Wednesdays. Music plays 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Welcome to Carson’s “coolest” Jazz room!

4-H invites you to Summer Camp in Carson City June 12 - 14

Thu, 30 May 2024 21:45:56 +0000

UNR Extension - Carson/Storey County

Carson County 4-H would like to invite you to Summer Camp!

Three days of day camp take place in June here in Carson City.

Camp dates are June 12, 13, 14, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Signing up your kiddos is easy. Enrollment is only $15.00 for the three days and snacks will be provided.

For enrollment and more information, please email Kristina Williams at KristinaWilliams@unr.edu

REMSA Health Safety Seats offers carseat inspections to keep families safe on the road

Thu, 30 May 2024 21:24:32 +0000

Established in 1998, REMSA Health’s Point of Impact program offers car seat safety inspections for local families. Now, the program is under a new name, “REMSA Health Safety Seats,” to help community members connect with the program’s purpose to educate families and keep children safe.

The REMSA Health Safety Seats program provides a critical service, ensuring families are safe while traveling. Led by nationally certified, volunteer child safety technicians, the program offers car seat inspections and education to families on proper car seat installation and which car seat to use for children based on their height and weight.

“Renaming our car seat safety program more effectively highlights how it benefits our community,” said Jennifer Walters, director of REMSA Health’s Center for Integrated Health and Community Education. “The REMSA Health education team looks forward to continuing to offer safety resources and education to help the region’s families and children get safely to where they’re going.”

The program completed 835 car seat installations and educated 708 adults about car seat safety in 2023. REMSA Health certified 16 Child Passenger Safety Technicians through the National Child Passenger Safety Certification, a program of Safe Kids Worldwide. Car seats are also available to Washoe County residents – nearly 600 free car seats were provided to families through the program in 2023. Residents who demonstrate a need are eligible to receive a car seat per child, which is made possible with support from Health Plan of Nevada (HPN), a UnitedHealthcare company.

REMSA Health Safety Seats offers private appointments and regular community events for car seat inspections. Parents and guardians interested in a car seat safety inspection may register for an appointment online at REMSAHealth.com/outreach/safety-seats. Parents and guardians must bring their child's current height and weight and may bring their child to the appointment, although not required. Appointments are held at the REMSA Health Center for Integrated Health and Community Education located at 400 Edison Way, Suite B, Reno, Nevada.

In partnership with the State of Nevada Office of Traffic Safety and HPN, the REMSA Health Safety Seat service fee is also currently waived. REMSA Health’s certified child safety technicians offer appointments in both English and Spanish.

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About REMSA Health
REMSA Health is a private, non-profit community organization which provides a full range of innovative healthcare services outside of the hospital setting. We are funded only by user fees, with no local tax subsidies. REMSA Health provides Washoe County’s 420,000+ residents with 24/7 ambulance services. Care Flight, a service of REMSA Health, provides critical care transport services via ground and air ambulance across the western United States. REMSA Health includes an internationally accredited Regional Emergency Communications Center, a Nevada-licensed Center for Integrated Health and Community Education, an accredited Nurse Health Line, and special operations and special events teams. REMSA Health: Care. Community. Innovation. For more information, visit www.remsahealth.com.