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WNC Continuing Education program offers more career training
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 5:15pmWestern Nevada College has revamped its Continuing Education program and is now geared toward providing career training and professional development, as well as offering a variety of personal enrichment classes like it has in the past.
Garrett Lepire Named Branch Manager of Carson City, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/17/2020 - 5:43pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — Real estate leader Garrett Lepire has been appointed the Carson City office Branch Manager for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties.
Homeless pets to eat well over holidays thanks to Carson City real estate agents delivering 436 pounds of pet food
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 5:08pmColdwell Banker Select real estate agents serving Northern Nevada delivered 435.8 pounds of pet food to Friends in Service Helping, or FISH, a Carson City-based social services organization and pet food provider site for Feeding Pets of the Homeless.
It’s time to evaluate your Medicare options (opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 4:02pmMost people are aware that when they turn 65, they become eligible for Medicare. However, what people don’t always understand is that there are options available beyond Original Medicare — the healthcare benefits you receive from the government.
Sierra Nevada Realtors give time, donations back to rural communities
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 1:16amEarlier this month, members of Sierra Nevada Realtors spent time improving their communities all throughout the region. The annual Realtors Give Back event was special this year because it also included areas outside of Carson City. Members participated in community service as a group in Dayton and gave a generous monetary donation to the Fallon Youth Club and to the Boys and Girls Club of Carson City.
It's Your City: Carson City spa, wellness director talks about underwater therapy exercise app
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/13/2020 - 8:31amIn this week's edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer talks with Starr Nixdorf, director of Paradise Salon Spa and Wellness in Carson City about the AiChi classes in their pool and the app, AbilityFix.com, available soon. The app helps users determine what type exercises to do in any pool to help people using underwater exercise in therapy to help with joint, muscle and relief pain.
With commercial eviction moratorium lifted, Nevada's small business banks on landlord communication
Submitted by admin on Sun, 08/16/2020 - 6:20amWhen Will Truce and Jake Conway worked as high school teachers in Carson City, a colleague offered them some crystallized honey from his bee farm, and the two began experimenting with making mead, the world’s oldest alcoholic beverage brewed by fermenting honey with water and sometimes referred to as ‘honey wine.’
NAI Alliance Carson City announces retirement of Cheryl Evans
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 8:47amAndie Wilson, CCIM, an Owner/Broker-salesperson with NAI Alliance Carson City, has announced that Cheryl Evans, CPM is retiring and has sold her property management business to Kevin Sigstad, CCIM with RE/MAX Premier Properties.
Self care with Carson City Yoga on It's Your City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/18/2020 - 9:20amIt's Your City: Sassafras owner talks restaurant service during pandemic
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/12/2020 - 9:26amNevada Health Link special health plan enrollment period ends May 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/11/2020 - 5:06pmNevadans have only a few days remaining to enroll in a Qualified Health Plan through Nevada Health Link, the online health insurance marketplace operated by the state agency, the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange.
Silver State Health Insurance Exchange announces special enrollment period on Nevada Health Link
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 3:07amIn response to Gov. Sisolak’s March 12 Emergency Declaration, the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange, the state agency that connects Nevadans to qualified health plans through the online State Based Exchange, known as Nevada Health Link, announces a limited-time Exceptional Circumstance Special Enrollment Period for qualified Nevadans who missed the Open Enrollment Period.
It's Your City: Concert for center that helps Carson City homeless to feature Tom Petty tribute with Michael Furlong Band
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 11:42amIn this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer talks with DeeDee Foremaster, director of Do Drop In, a local center in Carson City that provides services for the homeless.
The two discuss its "A Face in the Crowd" fundraiser that will be happening this Saturday, March 7, a Fuji Park featuring the music of Tom Petty presented by nationally renowned tribute music sensation The Michael Furlong Band.
Nevada Division of Insurance: Some no longer eligible for Medicare Supplement plans in 2020
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 10:48amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Division of Insurance would like to remind consumers that Medicare Supplement plans C and F, also known as Medigap C and F, are no longer available to newly eligible consumers, as of Jan. 1, 2020.
Nevada delegation proposes compromise over military expansion
Submitted by admin on Sat, 12/21/2019 - 2:00amNevada’s federal delegation is hoping to broker a compromise in the ongoing argument around a proposed military expansion into the Desert National Wildlife Refuge ...
Carson City Chamber welcomes Berkshire Hathaway Home Services capital city office
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 7:41pmThe Carson City Chamber of Commerce celebrated its newest member with a ribbon cutting Tuesday evening welcoming Berkshire Hathaway Home Services new Drysdale Properties location in the capital city.
Northern Nevada women honored as local leaders by Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 5:29pmGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada is pleased to announce this year’s Triumphant: Celebrating Women in Leadership Dinner honorees. Six women, each representing one of the six Girl Scout focus areas, will be recognized at the 17th annual awards dinner on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno.
Five Questions for Carson City Judge James T. Russell, Nevada Day’s Grand Marshall
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 09/12/2019 - 10:31amJudge James T. Russell is a fourth generation Nevadan, and has been serving as a Carson City district court judge for over twelve years. This year, following in the footsteps of his relatives, Judge Russell has accepted the position of Grand Marshall for the Nevada Day Parade.
Nevada Health Link’s new call center, website now live
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 10:20amCARSON CITY — The Silver State Health Insurance Exchange, Nevada’s state agency that helps individuals obtain budget-appropriate health coverage through the online marketplace, Nevada Health Link, announces that starting Wednesday, consumers who previously purchased qualified health plans on HealthCare.gov can claim their migrated accounts on Nevada’s new state-based website, Nevada Health Link.
This is the first step enrollees should take to ensure their account is ready for open enrollment beginning on Nov. 1, 2019.
Keller Williams Realty opens in Carson City to serve the greater Carson Valley areas
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/07/2019 - 11:19amKeller Williams, the largest real estate franchise by agent count in the world, announced today that it has expanded its network to the Carson City area with the opening of Keller Williams Group One, Inc. at the Carson Tahoe Quail Plaza in south Carson.
Obituary: Jim Wilson, Broker / Owner of Century 21 Jim Wilson Realty
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 5:55pmPlease join us for Jim Wilson's Celebration of Life Ceremony at Calvary Chapel 1635 E. Clearview Dr. in Carson City on July 18th at 3:00 pm.
Jim passed away on June 26, 2019. Jim was a Realtor for over 50 years, and was past president for Sierra Nevada Realtor Association in 1972 and 2001. He contributed Much of his life, and success to Northern Nevada, and his Country USA.
Lieutenant Colonel James E. Wilson, retired from the United States Army. Jim was well respected and especially well liked by fellow Realtors and by many throughout Nevada.
Carson City area RE/MAX Agent Brenda Spring Earns Hall of Fame Award
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 6:17pmBrenda Spring, with RE/MAX Realty Affiliates Carson City, has received the RE/MAX Hall of Fame Award, which honors successful agents who have earned more than $1 million in commissions during their careers with the company. Only 22 percent of all active RE/MAX agents have earned this prestigious award since its inception.
Why You Need To Actually Hire a Buyers Agent
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 2:15pmWhen you first start looking at houses to buy, you’re probably looking to find the best house possible…not looking for the best real estate agent possible.
It usually begins innocently enough…
Maybe you see a house online. So, you reach out to the agent with the click of the button. Or send a quick e-mail. Perhaps even pick up the phone to ask a few questions, or schedule a showing. Next thing you know, you’re being sent listings by e-mail, and going out to see houses with that agent.
Carson City Chamber of Commerce offers health insurance to small businesses
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/01/2019 - 5:29pmHealth care remains a costly and growing concern for small businesses that do not have the buying power of larger companies. There are many sole proprietors, or mom and pop businesses who, until now, have had no opportunity to buy into group policies to save up to 27 percent based on age of the policy holder.
Did you miss open enrollment for Nevada health insurance? Some can still apply, says Nevada Department of Business
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 2:53pmCARSON CITY, NV – Open Enrollment may be over, but some consumers who did not enroll in a plan by December 15 may be eligible to purchase health insurance through a Special Enrollment Period (SEP).
Carson City Chamber offers business health care options
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 11:40amOffering health insurance has become a very expensive endeavor for businesses employing under 50.
And, those self-employed sole proprietors have an even more difficult time. Not anymore.
104-acre McCarran parcel sale in Reno approved by Nevada's Board of Regents
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/19/2018 - 5:41pmRENO — The Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education at its Nov. 16 meeting in Las Vegas, the sale of a 104-acre parcel at the University of Nevada, Reno’s Main Station Field Laboratory for $18 million, the appraised value of the property.
Coldwell Banker hosts adoption events in Carson City, Minden, Dayton and Reno; almost 30 pets adopted
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/17/2018 - 12:02pmNearly 30 pets found forever homes during Saturday's adoption event hosted by Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate and partnering animal shelters in the Carson City, Minden, Dayton and Reno areas.
Sunridge Golf and Recreations Sees Major Increase in Play, Defies National Trends
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/22/2018 - 8:51amSunridge Golf and Recreations is experiencing a major uptick in play and membership since last year, defying a national trend showing a die-off of the sport.
Golf play at Sunridge Golf and Recreations, a more than 20-year-old golf course in Carson City, is up more than thirty percent since June of last year.
“The improvements we have made have been critical,” said General Manager Ken Stotts. “I think our players and community really feel heard and word has gotten out that we are investing in the course and want to make sure we see it to its full potential.”
John Bullis column: Using Health Savings Accounts
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/26/2018 - 8:55amThe Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) give great tax savings for folks under age 65. When you turn age 65 and are eligible for Medicare, you can not make contributions to your HSA.