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The Carson High varsity boys basketball team remained unbeaten Friday night, surviving a scare from the host Galena Grizzlies whose second half surge provided for an exciting finish.

Carson broke out to an early lead, outscoring Galena 16-4 in the opening period.

The Senator defense held the hosts to seven points in the second quarter, maintaining an eight-point advantage, 19-11, at the half despite only scoring three points in those eight minutes before the break.

Okay all you procrastinators, if you planned on making it to the Arlington Square Ice Rink, then today is your last chance. With a temperature around 50, it should be a perfect day to skate one last time. Show some Senator Pride tonight at the Community Center as 24 seniors compete for ‘Mr. Carson High.’ There’s a lot going on this weekend, so take a look at the list and go have some fun.

SATURDAY:

I’m a sucker for old movies. Give me some Garbo, Monroe, Gene Kelly, or comedic Danny Kay and I’m a happy girl. The Carson City Classic Cinema Club brings a different old movie to a big screen once a month and raises money to bring the arts to kids. Check out this month’s selection ‘Penny Serenade’ in the comfy chairs of the Brewery Art Center’s Performance Hall.

TUESDAY:
•*Kit Carson Toastmasters Weekly Meeting at Grandma Hattie’s (6:30am; for info call Frank 775-885-7579 or KitCarsonToastmasters@gmail.com)

It is my pleasure to take over for Angila Golik as the new “Senator Square” column writer, which for me is right up there with winning an election, winning a game, and winning a prize in a contest all at the same time. Though I will not be reporting on cures for warts or offering advice on marriage, I will be delivering current news and upcoming events for Carson High School.

The Carson High Senators won their second game against Damonte Ranch Friday night, 59-43, this time on the road in Reno.

The win keeps Carson undefeated and alone in first place atop the Sierra League boys basketball standings at 12-0. It is 10-5 overall this season.

The Senators had another slow start in the opening period, trailing Damonte Ranch 14-8 at the end of the first quarter. CHS, in fact, went into the locker room at the half behind by two points, 23-21.

Batten down the hatches, Carson City, there’s a storm a’brewin. Feed your need for culture at the Brewery Arts Center where you’ll find Kenny Arnold’s exhibit ‘Free Your Soul.’ The Metropolitan Opera ‘Turandot’ plays live at the Galaxy Theater. Or enjoy Carson High School’s last performance of ‘And Then They Came for Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank.’

SATURDAY:

• Free Basketball Handling Clinic for Kids at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC): 1870 Russell Way (7:30am-8:30am; sponsored by the Boys and Girls Club)
• Little League Registration at the Indoor Facility at Governor’s Field (8am-12pm; open to ages 4-18 as of Aug. 31, 2016 who live in Carson or attend Carson schools; bring original birth certificates and proof of residency)

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada is hosting free basketball handling clinics for kids of all ages from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. every Saturday through March 26 at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center at 1870 Russell Way in Carson City.

Carson High stayed undefeated Tuesday night, winning handily, 64-50, over the visiting Douglas Tigers to remain alone atop the Sierra League boys basketball standings. The victory is Carson's 11th straight in league play.

We have some incredibly talented kids here in Carson City. The jazzier ones will be performing at the Community Center tonight with the Mile High Jazz Band in an extravaganza of music. Enjoy some of our valley’s views with the Parks and Rec Easy Walk along the freeway multi-use path. Dinner plans are easy; Mystique is holding a grand opening tonight downtown, so go see what deliciousness they have to offer.

TUESDAY:

• Kit Carson Toastmasters Weekly Meeting at Grandma Hattie’s (6:30am; for info call Frank 775-885-7579 or KitCarsonToastmasters@gmail.com)

Ten years ago, a group of teachers started a little club at CHS for staff called Senator Pride. One of our projects was to expand the news to our community of all the great things happening at Carson High School.

The Carson High varsity boys basketball team held off a late rally by Bishop Manogue to win, 62-53, posting its tenth win of the season and remaining unbeaten in the Sierra League.

Carson trailed by one point at the end of the opening quarter. But the Senators rallied in the second period, outscoring the Miners 21-12 to take an eight-point halftime lead.

Manogue came out shooting well in the third quarter, cutting Carson’s lead to four, 34-30, before the Senators responded by widening their lead to 11 points toward the end of the period.

Have a great Tuesday, Carson City. Here's a list of what's going on in the area.

TUESDAY:
•*Kit Carson Toastmasters Weekly Meeting at Grandma Hattie’s (6:30am; for info call Frank 775-885-7579 or KitCarsonToastmasters@gmail.com)
•*’Divergence’ by artist Katie Lewis at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)
•*Nevada Artists Association Art Exhibit featuring Bob Hickox and Photography by Chas. H. McDonnell, IIIat the Carson Visitor Center (8am-5pm)

Don't miss out on today's softball sign-ups at the Carson City MAC at 1860 Russell Way for girls 4-1/2 to 18 for only $75 and continues until 1 p.m.

Softball is a great way to engage your child in the community, build self-esteem, and of course, exercise.

The Carson City Multipurpose Athletic Center (MAC), opened December of 2015 with the abilty to host basketball, indoor soccer, and a walking track. More information about the Carson City MAC can be found here.

January doesn’t have to be dreary. Just grab a coat and head out the door. Whether you want to rummage through antiques at Carson Mall, make crafts with the kids at the Children’s Museum, or enjoy some live music, you’ll find something to do on the list below.

SATURDAY:

• EAA Sierra Chapter #403 Pancake Breakfast at the Chapter Building: 2500 E. College Pkwy (8am; $5; Everyone Welcome)
• Nevada Artists Association Art Exhibit featuring Bob Hickox and Photography by Chas. H. McDonnell, III at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-5pm)

Join Sierra Lutheran High School this Saturday, January 16th, for some family fun.

ALL grade school students (1st-8th grade) and their families are invited to attend one or more of the SLHS home basketball games on Saturday. Admission is free; there will be a snack bar, giveaways, half-time shooting games, and more.

Game times are as follows: JV Girls 1:00pm, JV Boys 2:30pm, Varsity Girls 4:00pm, Varsity Boys 5:30pm

The Carson City Parks and Recreation Department began hosting its first sports programs in the city's Multi-purpose Athletic Center. The 33,400-square-foot $8.3 million facility opened the doors last month, but Saturday was the first day city leagues took to the courts and enjoyed the new facility.

Scott Chapman, Sport Program Supervisor for the Carson City Multi-purpose Athletic Center, said the facility will have programs running 7 days a week beginning on Monday.

Dozens gathered Wednesday afternoon in support of the grand opening Carson City’s long-awaited Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC) at 1870 Russell Way.

The MAC, as it has come to be known, is a project twenty years in the making. It began in 1996 as one of a host of improvement projects that the municipality of Carson City hoped to fund from the passing of Question 18, known as the “Quality of Life” ballot measure.

Dozens gathered Wednesday afternoon in support of the grand opening Carson City’s long-awaited Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC) at 1870 Russell Way.

The MAC, as it has come to be known, is a project twenty years in the making. It began in 1996 as one of a host of improvement projects that the municipality of Carson City hoped to fund from the passing of Question 18, known as the “Quality of Life” ballot measure.

Are you ready for tomorrow? New Year’s parties can be found where ever you go; check out a complete list here. No point in wasting today while waiting for the ball to drop, though. Plenty of fun to go around whether you’re in the mood for live music, dancing, or karaoke.

Caroline Gabica slid activated hand warmers into her boots, picked up a bag of footballs and followed the coach out onto the field during the playoff game between Carson and Reed high schools in November. Soon Gabica, manager for the Carson High School Senators football team, was back on the sidelines, taping up the injured fingers of a player who got tangled up with another player’s face mask.

It's that time of the month again to please come and show your support for Eagle Valley Middle School by enjoying some awesome food at Pizza Factory on HWY 50 East.

Delays in construction materials has forced a change in the grand opening schedule of the multi-purpose athletic center, also known as the MAC. The grand opening of the facility has been rescheduled for Dec. 30, 5:30 p.m.

The Polar Express takes its first trip of the season today, and I hope you got your tickets. The annual event always sells out. Check here for ticket information; you may get lucky. Take the kids to the Carson City Library for weekly story time and check out CCAI’s Industrial Art Exhibit while you’re there. Today is the last day it will be on display. Hear stories of Old Virginia City at the Gold Hill Hotel. Or take a trip to the Nevada State Museum: the bombing of a Basque village during the Spanish Civil War and the affect it had on the United States is the topic of this month’s Francis Humphry lecture.
THURSDAY:

• American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout: Take a One Day Stand Against Tobacco at Western Nevada College (college campus is smoke-free for the day)
• ’Lines and Fields: Abstract Narrative Paintings’ by Liz Penniman at the Western Nevada College Main Gallery in the Bristlecone Building

The staff of Carson High School and Douglas High School have agreed to a rivalry basketball game to be played Nov. 19 at DHS. The staff basketball game is a fundraiser for the Peace Officer’s Memorial Fund.
Multiple members of each of the school’s staff will be on hand to battle it out on the basketball court and continue the rivalry, but for a good cause. Come support the Senators or the Tigers and be sure to wear your favorite school’s colors.

In spite of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, which guarantees freedom of the press, there are some places where journalists don’t belong and are simply not allowed: At times inside a court room with closed proceedings, a jury deliberation room, a medical exam room, and in a legal consultation, among other places.

About 70 Naval Jr. ROTC students and others had the honor and privileges of listening to a World War II veteran speak at Carson High School on Thursday. Charles Sehe, now 92, was a teenaged sailor on the USS Nevada when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor during World War II.

A 26-year-old Mound House woman was booked Tuesday into Carson City Jail on five felony warrant charges, including burglary, fraud and conspiracy, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Candis Coffman was arrested Tuesday, 12:49 p.m. in the area of Harbin and Carson streets. She was booked on two felony counts burglary, two counts fraudulent use of a credit card and conspiracy. Bail: $30,000.

This week is the official Nevada Week of Respect. The purpose of this week is to promote respect as an antidote to bullying and cyberbullying. Here is what is going on at CHS to celebrate the Week of Respect:

• The American Sign Language club is going to be signing songs at lunch on Thursday.
• The Gay-Straight Alliance is going to be putting up a respect wall - a giant poster for people to write what they respect about someone else.
• There will be a daily announcement with a tip on being an upstanding young adult.

Sierra-at-Tahoe will hold a candlelight vigil Wednesday for Michael Hallenbeck of Shingle Springs, Calif. The 21-year old U.S. Forest Service firefighter died Saturday fighting a lightning-caused fire south of Echo Summit.

Known by friends and family as Mikey, Hallenbeck was a Sierra-at-Tahoe employee for the past two seasons and a local firefighter.

BSA Troop 33 is excited to announce it will be hosting its 2nd Annual “Send a Scout to Camp” Car and Truck Show Fundraiser on August 15, 2015 at Carson City’s Fuji Park.

The Show will be from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; award ceremony starts at 3 p.m. Registration is $40 per entry. There is still time for pre-registration or you can register on the day of the event. Each participant will receive a T-shirt, one lunch meal ticket, and a dash plaque.