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Local author reads her new book at the Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/15/2021 - 2:05pmFriday, Dec. 17 at 4:15 pm, local author Denise Shefmire Hettrick will be reading her new book "The Wreath Pin Story" in the Brewery Arts Center ’s Artisan Store. The book written by her and her mother Lula Rose Miller is available for purchase at the store through Christmas.
Carson Valley Sertoma's annual coat drive kicks off with focus on warm coats, mittens and gloves for kids
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/17/2021 - 4:13pmCarson Valley Sertoma’s annual coat drive runs annually from Nov. 1 through Jan. 31. A huge thank you goes out to Costco Wholesale Corp., in Carson City for kicking off this season with their donation of $125 toward the purchase of much needed kid sized coats.
Nevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter Game Watch Sunday at Jimmy G's
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/24/2021 - 6:58amNevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter is hosting a game watch at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24, at Jimmy G's in Carson City.
Ideas on Tap discussion Wednesday in Carson City to focus on critical race theory
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/07/2021 - 11:23am"Critical Race Theory and Why is it Under Attack?" will be Wednesday’s Sept. 8 Ideas on Tap topic of discussion to be held at the Union Eatery and Brewery in Carson City beginning, 6 p.m.
This is a free event and open to the public, in adherence with the CDC guidelines attendees are asked to wear a face mask. If you’re fully vaccinated, face masks are optional.
August Carson City Ideas on Tap focuses on policing, criminal justice
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/02/2021 - 7:02amThe next Ideas on Tap is scheduled for Wednesday, August 18, 6 p.m. at the Union Eatery & Brewery, 302 N. Carson Street at Proctor.
Nevada Humanities hosts 'Why It Matters' virtual conversations featuring journalists Masha Gessen and Jon Ralston
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 6:30amNevada Humanities will conclude its Why It Matters: Civic and Electoral Participation series — a national initiative about civic and electoral engagement — with two events in May. Why It Matters: Journalism and Democracy will be held on Tuesday, May 11 from noon to 1 p.m. on Zoom.
Diverse Business Connections in Carson City to host networking event Friday at new office
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/15/2021 - 1:29pmDiverse Business Connections in Carson City will host an open networking event at its new office this Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. The event is open to all business owners, startups, and entrepreneurs in our community.
Connect your body and mind with Prestige Senior Living through no cost exercise Webinar
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/26/2021 - 3:51pmPrestige Carson Tahoe Care Center invites community members to challenge the mind and body on Friday, Jan. 29 at 10:30 a.m. with a free webinar hosted by Ageless Grace, an innovative brain fitness program focused on activating all five areas of the brain and addressing all 21 aging factors of the body.
Soroptimist of Carson City profiles 'Women Helping Women' honoree Katie Leao Geiser
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/26/2021 - 1:42pmIn a continuing series of profiles, Soroptimist International of Carson City welcomes the community join us in congratulating 2021 “Women Helping Women” honoree Katie Leao Geiser, who is among eight Carson City area women to be honored at our Feb. 18 virtual event.
The Indy Explains: Why Nevada ranks at the bottom for COVID-19 vaccine doses received, given
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/26/2021 - 9:16amNevada has earned a reputation over the years for ranking at the bottom of all the wrong health care lists. But Nevadans have grown increasingly frustrated over the past few days at the fact that the Silver State is both receiving and administering fewer doses per capita than almost every other state in the nation.
The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada 'Chain of Hearts' fundraiser begins Feb. 1
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/25/2021 - 2:52pmThe Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada is kicking off its first of several fundraisers. Like many other businesses the Children’s Museum is also struggling to make ends meet. Operating costs such as rent and utilities make it impossible for a nonprofit whose main funding source has been cut by 75% to make ends meet.
State Public Health Laboratory detects new COVID-19 strain in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/25/2021 - 12:47pmThe Nevada State Public Health Laboratory at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine has characterized the first known Nevada case of the new B.1.1.7 coronavirus strain. The new strain was detected in a sample that was initially tested in the Southern Nevada Public Health Laboratory.
Local scientist donates 550 thermometer watches to Carson City STEM school
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/25/2021 - 12:05pmThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce Empire Elementary School, a designated Governor’s STEM School, has received 550 Thermometer Watches from local Scientist Ron Newton. The wearable technology, costing less than $10, is designed to monitor the temperature of the wearer and indicate if they are running a fever.
Record number of Bald Eagles spotted during 2021 annual Tahoe count
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 1:49pmINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — It’s a banner year for Bald Eagles in Lake Tahoe. The Tahoe Institute of Natural Science reports that a record number of 42 Bald Eagles were spotted during its annual survey. The previous high was 27 set in 2017.
Carson City Soroptimist highlights 'Women Helping Women' honoree Tiffany Kenison
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 12:40pmAs part of a series of profiles, Soroptimist International of Carson City is pleased to introduce Tiffany Kenison as one of our 2021 “Women Helping Women” honorees, who will be recognized at our Feb. 18 virtual recognition event.
Senator Square: Destination unknown is theme of Carson High School's 2021 Winterfest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 7:21amStudents from all four classes recently nominated Carson High School Winterfest candidates for 2021 Winterfest week, Feb. 1-5, where both a King and Queen will be crowned. The theme, Destination Unknown, was decided upon; since students are not allowed to experience the vacations they love, they are bringing their vacation destinations to CHS.
COVID-19 hospitalizations on a downtrend in Carson City; rates of infection in children, teens on the rise
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/23/2021 - 1:28pmThe Carson City and Quad-County region is experiencing a downward trend of COVID-19 hospitalizations since the start of the new year. However, while rates of transmission for children and teenagers have remained low since the pandemic began, new reporting shows a significant increase in minors contracting the virus, according to statistics.
Capital City Arts Initiative announces exhibition of Photo Finished 2021 presented by Carson High Seniors
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/23/2021 - 12:06pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative (CCAI) announces its exhibition, "Photo Finished 2021", at the Community Development Building (the Brick), 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City through March 25, 2021.
Thirteen seniors from Carson High School’s Advanced Photography program have work in the exhibit which is available online at ccainv.org.
Carson City School Board to discuss policy changes, ACT test scores, teacher recognitions, and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/23/2021 - 12:04pmThe next Carson City School District board of trustees meeting will be held Tuesday, Jan. 26 beginning at 6 p.m. in the Robert “Bob” Crowell Board Room at the Carson City Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
Items to be discussed include policy changes, ACT test scores, teacher recognitions, and more.
Reno Ice, the region's first NHL-regulation sized Ice Rink Facility, has officially opened
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/23/2021 - 10:02amReno Ice, the region's first and only NHL-regulation sized ice rink, has officially opened.
Citizens' Climate Lobby, Carson City Chapter Monthly Meeting is Online
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/22/2021 - 2:40pmThe Carson City Chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby is a community organization affiliated with Citizens’ Climate Lobby and Citizens’ Climate Education (https://citizensclimatelobby.org/).
USDA Rural Development Names Gardnerville's Jim Park Acting State Director In Nevada
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/22/2021 - 9:04amThe U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is pleased to announce Jim Park has been selected to serve as the Acting State Director in Nevada.
Carson High librarian to speak at Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/22/2021 - 5:55amFeatured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon will be Carson High School librarian Ananda Campbell, who will describe how she and other district librarians, in collaboration with city and state library staffs, transitioned Carson City's students to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
History of Genoa's Mormon Station to be discussed by Carson City Rotarians
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/21/2021 - 4:10pmThe Rotary Club of Carson City will discuss the history and early settlement of the Mormon Station in Genoa at its next meeting. Park interpreter Chris Johnson is the guest speaker, his presentation will focus on the development of Mormon Station and what life was like for early settlers.
Carson City Schools Foundation video provides donor and contribution information
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/21/2021 - 8:50amWith the start of the new semester, the Carson City Schools Foundation (CCSF) is rolling out a new video with more detailed information about how it uses the money donated to the organization and how contributions are made.
Carson City Symphony Association announces Carson Chamber Singers director
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 1:36pmCarson City Symphony Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard “Ricky” Hutton as Director of Carson Chamber Singers. His connection with the Carson Chamber Singers goes back to the summer of 2019, when he directed the Singers in the June Pops Party concert in Carson City and the July 4th concert in Genoa.
NDOT to host virtual public information meeting on Mt. Rose Highway corridor plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 1:27pmCARSON CITY — With intersection improvements already scheduled for coming years at two Mt. Rose Highway intersections, the Nevada Department of Transportation will launch a virtual public meeting on Jan. 26 to gather public feedback on corridor planning to define future traffic improvements to the lower segment of the highway.
Advocates to End Domestic Violence in Carson City receives LDS food grant
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 9:11amAdvocates to End Domestic Violence is the recipient of a $2,500 food grant from the Carson City Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This grant will allow AEDV to provide meals and canned goods to shelter clients in need throughout the year.
Carson City Supervisors to discuss rifle range, emergency housing grants, new subdivisions and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 8:17amThe next Carson City Board of Supervisor’s meeting will take place Thursday, Jan. 21 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room in the Carson City Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
Up for discussion includes improvements to the Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range, Grants for emergency housing, the proposed Little Lane Village subdivision and more.
Nevada governor sets vision of a future economy in State of State address amid economic, health crisis
Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 8:04amGov. Steve Sisolak told Nevadans experiencing some of their darkest hours of economic and public health devastation that he has a plan to create more than 165,000 jobs over the next decade, launch new initiatives to retrain displaced workers and build out an economy based on clean energy, blockchain and other futuristic technologies.