Advocacy

The League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada, in partnership with Sierra Nevada Forums, American Association of University Women Capital Branch, and PFLAG Carson Region, will present a series of election forums on Oct. 11, 12 and 18.

There was a lot of laughter and many hugs at a luncheon in Silver Springs as Bruce Barlow of Walmart presented a check for $70,000 to benefit the Dayton and Silver Stage Food Pantries.

Each summer, pantry volunteers, staff and participants host a lunchtime tour with key Walmart representatives to show their appreciation.

Carson City Victim Services Administrator Frankee Haynes has received top certification as a national advocate for victims of violent crimes, Carson City District Attorney Jason Woodbury announced Thursday.

The National Organization for Victim Assistance highest recognition was awarded to Haynes, noting her extensive training in multiple advocacy categories, including domestic violence, homicide, sexual assault, and child abuse.

This week we note a recent death and two retirements. As Mr. Lincoln said: It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this. As we mourn the passing of a man, we are reminded of the joy and goodness he brought us, and we also comfort his survivors. And in honoring the two retirees, we celebrate the values they exemplified and the inspiration and joy they provided.

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Rick Fineberg recently lost a long battle to esophageal cancer. He was admired and will be sorely missed by many.

While immigration has become a controversial topic in national politics, two organizations have been working together for the last decade to help Latinos in the local community with immigration issues and other challenges.

The Consulate of Mexico in Las Vegas offers mobile consular services through United Latino Community, a Carson City area nonprofit formerly known as Nevada Hispanic Services.

Throughout human history, mankind’s two most loyal four-legged companions have been the dog and the horse.

A Summer Family Forum: Revitalize, Connect and Live Well will be held Tuesday, Aug. 23. Join us for our Summer Family Forum, designed specifically for care partners, featuring experts in the field of Alzheimer’s disease.

Kelly Ranasinghe, JD, senior program attorney for the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges will speak on the important issues of domestic child sex trafficking, trauma and victimization at the Soroptimist International Sierra Nevada Region’s Annual Development Retreat to approximately 150 members from Nevada and northern California on July 9th at Atlantis Casino Resort Spa.

Three days of thrill-seeking, mountain biking adventure and plenty of capital city hospitality and entertainment will kick off the inaugural Carson City Off-Road Epic Ride series beginning Friday and lasting through the weekend.

This is the upper end of Clear Creek Trail. Meet at Highway 50 Park and
Ride and we will carpool or caravan to the starting point off of Golf Course Road. Athletic shoes required. Bring water, a friend, and well-mannered dogs, if you wish.

This trail is at the lower end of Jack's Valley Road. From 395 south, turn right on Jack's Valley Road and meet at the trailhead parking lot on Jack's Valley Road. About 1/2 mile past the elementary school on the right. Athletic shoes required. Bring water, a friend, and well-mannered dogs, if you wish.

Muscle Powered organization works to make Carson City healthier for all citizens and safer and more accessible for bicycling and walking through education and advocacy, the promotion of

Meet at the east end of Bohr Road. Dirt road, hiking poles recommended. Athletic shoes required. Bring water, a friend, and well-mannered dogs, if you wish.

Meet at the trailhead at 5th and Carson River Road. Suggest lunch, hat and sunscreen. BRING WATER & STURDY BOOTS OR ATHELTIC SHOES REQUIRED
MUST BE A MUSCLE POWERED MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE. Leader: Donna Inversin 775-315-6763 donnanv1@gmail.com

Meet at the Silver Saddle Ranch by the Red Barns parking area. (Rescheduled from May 6). About 3 miles roundtrip along the river on a flat dirt trail. Bring water, a friend and well-mannered dogs, if you wish.
Leader: Alyce Cloutier, 775-250-0282, klue89701@att.net

IMPORTANT: Afternoon hike moved to a morning hike. Meet at the trailhead on Eastlake Road about 3 miles from Highway 395, directly across from Washoe State Park. For those who wish to carpool or caravan, we will meet at 8:45 am at the north SaveMart parking area. Bring water, a friend and well-mannered dogs, if you wish.
Leader: Debbie Lane, 775-841-4456, debbie.lane102@yahoo.com

Meet in the little parking area on Buzzy's Ranch Road, just south of Marsh Road. This area is just south of the parking lot for Riverview Park. The hike is about 3 miles roundtrip, all flat dirt trail. Bring water, a friend, and well-mannered dogs if you wish.

Leader: Debbie Lane, Debbie.lane102@yahoo.com, 775-841-4456

Meet at the Red barn parking area at the Silver Saddle Ranch. Trail is about 3 miles roundtrip along the river on the west side. It is a flat dirt trail. Bring water, a friend and well-mannered dogs if you wish.

Leader: Debbie Lane, Debbie.lane102@yahoo.com, 775-841-4456

In the 1990s, new insecticides containing the active ingredient imidachloprid came on the market. They were easy for home gardeners to apply, reducing impacts on non-target organisms. They were effective against a variety of challenging insects including bronze birch borers and aphids.

Organizers of Carson City's first Epic Rides Off-Road mountain bike event in June unveiled its event course Tuesday through a video and a series of maps. The event, June 17-19, will gives riders three distance options: beginner, weekend warrior and pro level.

The riding courses were picked in cooperation with Visit Carson City, the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and Nevada State Parks.

About 20 people gathered in the Bonanza Room at the Carson City Community Center Thursday night for a town hall meeting hosted by the State Independent Living Committee (SILC), part of the Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division.

The meeting's purpose was to elicit public comments about how federal funds for centers for independent living are to be dispersed in the community.

In our last column, we specified the duty of elected public officials: a fiduciary duty to voters, taxpayers and the broad public interest. Not, as some people claim, to government institutions such as the system of higher education, the military or some social service agency.

Nevada Health Centers’ Mammovan will be making stops beginning next week around northern Nevada. There will screenings in Carson City, Virginia City, Yerington and Reno.

The mobile Mammovan aims to make mammography services accessible and convenient for women by visiting locations across Nevada. These screenings are primarily for women age 40 and older; however, screenings will be provided to those younger than 40 that have a physician referral.

Tickets for TEDx Carson City 2016 with the theme, Creating the Community you Want to Live In, will go on sale Monday.

Organizer Gina Hill said the goal for Carson City’s TEDx is to unite listeners in a common vision of creating a community that all would want to live in. She hopes it is transformational.

Improving transportation options for bicyclists and pedestrians is one of the most effective strategies to conserve and restore Lake Tahoe’s environment, revitalize the economy, enhance recreation opportunities, and improve public health, according to Tahoe Regional Planning Agency officials.

With nearly two feet of snow over the past week, including six inches of snow Monday on the summits of Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows and more in the forecast, both Lake Tahoe ski resorts plan to open ahead of schedule, weather and conditions permitting.

Evergreen Gene's Inc. is Hosting a "Canned Food Drive"
and "Sock & Glove Tree" for Carson City's, "Do Drop In."

Saturday November 7, 2015 to December 23, 2015
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
1811 N. Carson Street Carson City, NV

The "Do Drop In" is a "Rural Center For Independent Living."
Founder, Dee Dee Foremaster, has provided services for people with disabilities and the homeless in this community, for over 15 years.
Services: Advocacy, Housing; Paperwork; Resources, Social Security; Disability Information, Accessibility Information.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Western Nevada, a local nonprofit offering education, advocacy, and support to individuals suffering from mental illness and their families, invites the public to support their work by attending "Unmasked: A Masquerade Soiree to Support Mental Illness Recovery". The October 8 dinner gala at Thunder Canyon Golf Club will feature world-renowned professional hockey goalie and author Clint Malarchuk as the keynote speaker. Entertainment will be provided by La Cirque Vagabond and the jazz trio Dave and Friends. Masks are optional!

Aug. 7, 1951 – Aug. 14, 2015

After spending his 64th birthday with his closest family, and fulfilling his wish to live to 64 years of age and force his family to sing, “When I'm 64,” to him, Ron Gonzales, known to most as Gonzo, died at 2:33 a.m. August 14, after suffering from COPD for decades. He spent his last week pleasantly, able to read for the first time in several years after suffering deteriorating eyesight – he'd received a Kindle for his birthday. His last day was spent with his granddaughter and wife, having fun with those he loved.

The Capital Branch of American Association of University Women will be kicking off their 2015-16 program year with a Brunch on Saturday September 12th from 10AM to noon. They are celebrating over 70 years of advocacy for equity for women and girls in Carson City and surrounding communities.