Advocacy
Lake Tahoe beach cleanup Friday net 1,875 pounds of trash, 5,458 cigarette butts
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 9:40amMore than 300 volunteers stepped up to clean up Lake Tahoe beaches the day after the July 4 celebration, collecting more than 1,875 pounds of litter that would have otherwise harmed the lake's fragile ecosystem.
250 cigarette butt collection canisters to be installed at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 10:11amThe League to Save Lake Tahoe and the Tahoe Waters Supplies Association (TWSA) are in the process of distributing an initial run of 250 cigarette butt collection canisters at key locations around Lake Tahoe. The aim of the Tahoe Cigarette Disposal Program is to reduce toxic chemicals from littered cigarette butts from leaching into the environment, to protect wildlife, and to reduce litter on Lake Tahoe’s shoreline and vicinity.
Muscle Powered Trash Mob Did It Again
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/27/2019 - 9:48amLast Saturday morning 15 intrepid Carson City area "Trash Mobbers" came out to clean up the wetlands to protect the birds and wildlife. We met near the Humane Society on Airport and then walked along the Carson Freeway Multi-Use two thirds of mile to access the wetlands area.
Carson City Community Support Services Grant awards $380K in program funding
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 06/12/2019 - 2:02pmThe budget for the Community Support Services Grant was finalized at the most recent Carson City Board of Supervisor’s meeting, which allocated nearly $400,000 of grant funding for various programs helping our local communities such as helping homebound seniors, dental care for local youth, emergency shelter for domestic violence victims and more.
Boomers’ Sad Overall Legacy to Children (Opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 6:02amThis is my final column on the sad legacy we Boomers are leaving our children.
The first one defined the public interest as mainly maximizing economic growth. That piece and the next showed that the economic policies, practices and institutions that maximize growth also promote fairness among individuals. They also debunked obsessions with income inequality. The third part focused on the 21st Century revival of progressivism and statist liberalism, plus the addition of political correctness (PC).
Here I offer directions for some solutions.
Update: Candidate for Carson City Library Director declines offer
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 1:32pmUPDATE: According to the Carson City Library trustees, Cyndi O declined the job offer Friday. The trustees will meet to discuss the additional candidates and will make a decision soon regarding the position.
The Carson City Library trustees determined during the board meeting Thursday evening to offer the position of library director to Cyndi O.
“Cyndi recognizes we are a unique library,” said trustee Phyllis Patton. “We are a library that is a role model in Nevada, and we’ve been recognized nationally. She knows that and would be able to get in there and start right away.”
Trustees choose Cyndi O as new Carson City Library Director
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 7:22pmUPDATE: According to the Carson City Library trustees, Cyndi O declined the job offer Friday. The trustees will meet to discuss the additional candidates and will make a decision soon regarding the position.
The Carson City Library trustees determined during the board meeting Thursday evening to offer the position of library director to Cyndi O.
“Cyndi recognizes we are a unique library,” said trustee Phyllis Patton. “We are a library that is a role model in Nevada, and we’ve been recognized nationally. She knows that and would be able to get in there and start right away.”
Community feedback informs selection of new Carson City Library Director
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 10:16amFeedback from the community will play an integral role in the selection of the Carson City Library’s new director.
“Trustees will be using the interviews and the community input from the meet and greet to select the library director during the May 30 meeting,” said Interim Director Diane Baker. “We appreciate all the input we’ve received from everyone involved.”
More than a dozen community members participated in Friday’s meet and greet, where they asked questions of the three finalists vying for the director position.
Western Nevada College collaborates with UNR on social work bachelor degree
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/22/2019 - 1:25pmWhat's happening around Carson City for Monday, May 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/19/2019 - 7:40pmThe weekend came and went fast. But don't fret. There's a choice. Are the days ahead half full or half empty? You know the drill. As we prepare for Monday, May 20, 2019, we congratulate the 2019 graduates of Western Nevada College who sweated through the books and assignments to earn their well-deserved diplomas. Our warmest best wishes to them as they gather in Carson City for commencement at Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Mills Park. Read on for what's happening Monday.
Democratic luncheon to feature prominent progressive activist
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/16/2019 - 8:46pmChip Evans, who holds leadership positions in several progressive advocacy groups, including Acting In Community Together In Organizing Northern Nevada (ACTIONN), Indivisible Northern Nevada, and the Nevada Gun Safety Coalition, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. In 2016, Evans was the Democratic candidate in Nevada's 2nd congressional district.
Carson City Symphony 'Family Matters' Concert Featuring Violinist Gregory Maytan this Sunday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/26/2019 - 7:49amCelebrating its 35th season, the Carson City Symphony, directed by David Bugli, presents a “Family Matters” concert on Sunday, April 28, 2019, at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater, 851 E. William Street in Carson City. Featured guest soloist, violinist Gregory Maytan, will perform the United States premiere of the Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, written in 1875 by Swedish composer, Amanda Maier.
Events around Carson City on Thursday, April 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 7:42pmWe're working our way into Thursday, April 25, 2019 and feeling the warmup around the Carson City region. Winding down our work week we have art, theater and railroad history talks, library presentations, a fitness walk, climate change discussion, back pain wellness workshop, music ensemble at the community center and more. Enjoy the day.
Muscle Powered Trash Mob cleaned up at East Silver Saddle Ranch on Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/20/2019 - 2:39pmWe met in the large parking area at East Silver Saddle Ranch on Sierra Vista Lane and spread out to clear trash between the Carson River and Sierra Vista Lane. Things have improved a lot since the improvements have been put in by Carson City Public Works and Parks, Recreation, and Open Space but we were still able to find about 360 pounds of trash.
Sheriff's Office approved to apply for grant to fund victim's advocate for Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 10:58amAccording to Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong, the Sheriff’s Office is applying for a grant in order to fund a victim’s advocate position, a position that used to be under the umbrella of Advocates to End Domestic Violence.
The Carson City Board of Supervisor’s approved the application during their Thursday meeting.
Nevada Advocate Charlie-Hubbard wins national award for service
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 10:53amClarice Charlie-Hubbard, director of the Family Violence Prevention Program, Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada, will be honored at a public reception in Carson City for receiving the National Sexual Violence Resource Center’s Visionary Voice Award in Nevada.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, April 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 6:47amHello Carson City and welcome to Thursday, April 18, 2019. Another day of sunshine and warm temperatures are ahead. We've got a mixed plate of activities lined up today including art showings, a poetry reading, day hike, live music and more. Enjoy the day.
Carson City's CASA hosts volunteer information hour, training Thursday and again April 25
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/16/2019 - 9:01amIt's that time of year again! CASA of Carson City is looking for a few good men and women to join the ranks of our CASA volunteers.
Carson City's Muscle Powered to take on portion of Carson River at next Trash Mob
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 11:15amMuscle Powered will host its next Trash Mob cleanup in Carson City on Saturday, April 20 at East Silver Saddle Ranch. Volunteers will set out to do cleanup along the river between Sierra Vista Lane and the Carson River.
Events around Carson City on Thursday, April 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 9:28pmHeaded into Thursday, April 11, 2019 we welcome Carson City to another day where weather forecasters say there's a chance of rain and maybe even a few snow showers mixed in. Beyond the weather we're looking at a blockbuster day and night filled will activities throughout town. From library presentations, a TV show casting call at the Carson Nugget, an afternoon hike, to a train history presentation, a book signing at the Brewery Arts Center, a CHS theater performance and the Carson City movie screening premier of "The Mustang" filmed at the historic Nevada State Prison, there's something for everyone. Enjoy!
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, April 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 7:28amGood day, Carson City. Today is Wednesday, April 10, 2019. For those keeping score, we're 11 days away from Easter, 72 days until summer and 258 days from Christmas. Today we're looking at mostly sunny skies and breezy with a daytime high in the mid-50s. Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts because there's a chance of rain mixed with snow showers Thursday.
Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month Proclamation Event on April 11
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/04/2019 - 11:29amKierra Bracken from the Office of Governor Steve Sisolak will preside over the Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month Proclamation Event on Thursday, April 11, 2019 at Summit Estates Senior Living and Memory Care, 222 East Patriot Blvd., Reno. The event begins at 3 p.m. and the public is invited to attend.
Carson City Sheriff's Office sets up GoFundMe page to build new fitness facility
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 4:40pmIn an effort to ensure Carson City Sheriff’s Office officers are able to meet the physical demands associated with law enforcement, the department is sponsoring the construction of a new fitness facility.
Ronald McDonald dental mobile unit to make stops in Silver Springs, Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 2:29pmThe Ronald McDonald Care Mobile operated through Nevada Health Centers will be making stops in Carson City and Silver Springs this month to provide oral healthcare to children.
Carson City's Muscle Powered Trash Mob collects nearly 600 pounds of waste Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/24/2019 - 5:54pmThis Saturday morning 19 intrepid Carson City area "Trash Mobbers" came out in the drizzle to pick up what others left behind. We met at the south end of North Lompa Lane and everyone spread out along the Multi-Use Path to gather nearly 600 pounds of trash from that point south to 5th street.
Carson City’s Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada unveils new mural by artist Zet Gold
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 03/18/2019 - 1:52pmA new mural has been unveiled in Carson City at the Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada by artist-in-residence Zet Gold, who is based from Las Vegas. The Nevada Art Council commissioned the mural for the club, which was finished in a week along with a smaller mural on the windows of the teen center.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, March 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/14/2019 - 11:43pmWell we're here Carson City. We're heading into March 15, the last Friday of winter 2019. While March 20 may be the first day of Spring, the weekend ahead is about the Irish and their spring. The exception is tonight where the Western Nevada College Chapter of the National Student Nurses' Association will be going Italian style with a fundraising spaghetti feed spread. Read on for more.
Jacksons Food Stores raise money for public awareness efforts to end domestic violence
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/11/2019 - 4:31pmJacksons Food Stores will award $24,481 to the Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, which includes their matching funds as part of the Jackson’s Gift of Peace campaign. Jacksons Food Stores operate in Reno, Carson City, Fernley, Fallon and Yerington.
Families rally in Carson City, urge lawmakers to save Opportunity Scholarship program
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 11:57pmDozens of students and families from around the Silver State rallied Thursday at the Nevada Legislature grounds in Carson City as part of Opportunity Scholarship Advocacy Day, urging legislators to save scholarship funding for the hundreds of children who are using the money to go to schools that better fit their individual needs.
Arts Advocacy Day at Nevada Legislature to feature Carson City post-party, artist lectures
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 03/04/2019 - 5:11pmFollowing the Arts Advocacy Day at the Nevada Legislature, a post-party hosted by the Carson City Department of Arts and Culture will happen Friday, March 15 from noon to 5 p.m.