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Registration open: Western Nevada College offers summer tech, manufacturing training
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/09/2016 - 1:59pmWith the announcement earlier this month that Western Nevada College has partnered with Panasonic Energy of North America’s gigafactory, accelerated training classes will begin June 20 in Carson City and continue through the summer.
Summer fast track WNC manufacturing classes to prepare students for fall employment
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/02/2016 - 3:58pmWith just eight weeks of accelerated training at Western Nevada College this summer, students can gain the knowledge and skills necessary for employment by a number of Northern Nevada manufacturers. It's happening on the fast track and in a big way through August at the Carson City campus.
Carson City Sheriff's Office gets baton in final leg of Law Enforcement Memorial Run
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/04/2016 - 1:58pmThe Carson City Sheriff's Office was handed the baton this Wednesday afternoon in the final leg of the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Run which began April 27 in Las Vegas.
Each leg of the run is completed in the memory of each officer listed on the state law enforcement memorial in Carson City. The final leg is dedicated in memory of Carson City Sheriff's Deputy Carl Howell who died in the line of duty August 15, 2015.
Howell will be honored at the 19th annual Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial ceremony Thursday, noon in Carson City.
Carson City Deputy Carl Howell among 129 fallen Nevada officers to be recognized Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/02/2016 - 10:55amCarson City Sheriff's Office Deputy Carl Howell will be honored Thursday at the 19th annual Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial ceremony at the state capitol grounds in Carson City.
Associations to hold fundraiser for Deputy Howell fallen officer memorial wall ceremony in Washington
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/21/2016 - 9:11amA fundraiser to help pay for expenses associated with a memorial for Deputy Carl Howell at the National Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington, D.C. will be held immediately following the May 5 Nevada Law Enforcement Officer Memorial.
Free Seminar: Reversing Type II Diabetes - Carson City Holiday Inn Express
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/20/2016 - 12:03pmDo you or someone you know suffer with Type II Diabetes? Have you been taking medication for your condition, but keep getting worse over time? Do you lack energy to do the things you love? Are you ready to take control of your health and get your life back?
Reid attempting to woo synagogue chief for Congress
Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/08/2016 - 2:40pmSenate Minority Leader Harry Reid is trying to woo Jacky Rosen, head of a prominent temple, to run for Congress, sources confirm.
Rosen, who plans a DC trip next week, was not available. But I'm told the godfather and his political consigliere, Rebecca Lambe, have talked to Rosen, who helms Cong ...
Carson City Senior Center Celebrates Veterans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/10/2015 - 4:23pmCarson City Senior Center honored Veterans on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at the Salute to Our Veterans Lunch at the Senior Center. With over 200 in attendance, the event paid tribute and respect to our Veterans with opening remarks by Mayor Bob Crowell, Vietnam Veteran and retired Navy Captain.
Fiore continues to explore CD3
Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/26/2015 - 8:46amMichele of the Thousand Gaffes and Tax Liens Fiore was in Washington, DC, this morning, making her case for Congress to Grover Norquist's "Wednesday meeting" at Americans for Tax Reform headquarters, sources confirm.
The meeting, which has been going on for decades, gives candidates a chance to show...
Artown, Nevada Humanities present Reinventing Radio: An Evening with Ira Glass
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/24/2015 - 3:31pmArtown and Nevada Humanities have partnered with KUNR Reno Public Radio and University of Nevada, Reno, Reynolds School of Journalism to present renowned storyteller and NPR host Ira Glass for a unique speaking engagement on Saturday, Oct. 17, 8 p.m. at The Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Reno.
Reid: I'll announce my decision on Iran deal when Senate reconvenes
Submitted by admin on Fri, 08/14/2015 - 6:46amSenate Minority Leader Harry Reid said Thursday that he has yet to make up his mind on the Iran deal, but indicated he will announce his decision when he returns to DC next month.
Reid, in a gaggle with reporters after a speech to the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce, seemed to say he was going to talk...
As Pope releases climate message, a Carson City volunteer heads to DC to lobby for solution
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/19/2015 - 2:51pmFollowing the release of Pope Francis’ much-anticipated encyclical dealing with climate change, a volunteer from the Carson City chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby will meet in Washington, D.C. with representatives and senators to press for legislation that places a fee on carbon and returns revenue to households.
Challenges to Anyone Who Supported the Record Tax Hike
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/03/2015 - 8:52amSunday, Assemblyman Erv Nelson and others broke their key election promises to fight huge destructive tax hikes and make state government operate reasonably. Nelson used glittering generalities and platitudes to explain that he didn’t really understand matters very well back when he made his promises, even though he’s an experienced lawyer. But now he understands and so has changed his mind.
If he thinks he now understands matters correctly, then he must logically also believe that folks who voted for him based on his promises don’t understand.
Science of climate change is convoluted!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/22/2015 - 3:14pmMr. Bush, we have some folks you can to talk to about climate change
By Mark Reynolds
It makes me nervous when someone who might become president of the United States says the science on climate change is “convoluted” and that it is “arrogant” to assert that humans are the primary cause of global warming.
That’s what happened recently when Jeb Bush, the still-undeclared presidential candidate, said the following at a campaign-style event in New Hampshire:
Nevada Chiropractic Council hosts May 13 launch party
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/05/2015 - 12:53pmThe newly established Nevada Chiropractic Council (NCC) board invites the public to attend a launch party, Wednesday, May 13 in Reno.
Nevada Governor congratulates Zed on 4 years of weekly interfaith forum
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/16/2015 - 11:07amNevada Governor Brian Sandoval has congratulated religious statesman Rajan Zed for four years of continuous publication of weekly interfaith column “Faith Forum” in a Gannett publication.
In a signed Certificate of Recognition presented to Zed, Governor Sandoval wrote: “Congratulations on this memorable milestone!”
“Faith Forum”, a highly popular one-of-a-kind weekly dialogue on religion at a Pulitzer winner Reno Gazette-Journal in Nevada, completed four years of publication on Feb. 4.
New Chiropractic Association Established in Nevada
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/29/2015 - 3:13pmThe creation of Nevada Chiropractic Council is the realization of a years-long dream held by chiropractors throughout Nevada, whose mission is to protect the integrity of chiropractic, according to Dr. Brad Pastro, DC.
Pastro, whose practice, Advanced Chiropractic and Wellness Center located in Carson City, serves as NCC’s secretary, and after years of collaboration, is excited to see Nevada Chiropractic Council established.
The story of Sarah Winnemucca comes to the Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Sun, 10/12/2014 - 11:28pmOct. 17, 7pm in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, Dianna Maria de Borges presents Sarah Winnemucca Hopkins. The performance will be followed by discussion. Tickets $12.00 at the door, $10.00 in advance, $8.00 members. Tickets available at www.breweryarts.org
Nevada 150 Sesquicentennial events lined up through September
Submitted by editor on Wed, 08/27/2014 - 9:44amThe deadline to submit applications for Official and Signature Nevada 150 events will be 5:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12. Over 400 events have been held across the Silver State since Nevada Day 2013, in celebration of Nevada’s Sesquicentennial, with many more ahead. To submit an event application please visit www.Nevada150.org. For questions or additional information please contact Scott Carey, events and community relations manager, at 775-687-0645 or shcarey@nevada150.org.
The following events will be held Sept. 1 through Sept. 14.
Inside Out Chiropractic is pleased to announce facebook and Yelp presence!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/15/2014 - 2:12pmInside Out Chiropractic is most pleased to announce the creation of business listings on both facebook and Yelp!
Push America Cyclists to Visit Western Nevada College
Submitted by BikeCarson.com on Mon, 06/02/2014 - 4:41pmWestern Nevada College and the Nevada Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities will host a ‘Journey of Hope’ Celebration Friday, June 6, for 35 bicyclists traveling from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. to support those with disabilities. This is a community event free and open to the public from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Carson City campus. Food, speakers, music, dancing, karaoke and a free raffle will entertain, and flu/T-dap shots and disability resource information tables will inform visitors.
Masto Reminds Crime Victims of Their Rights During Week-long Observance
Submitted by Karel on Wed, 04/09/2014 - 7:00amNevada Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto observes National Crime Victim’s Rights Week, which began April 6th, reminds Nevadans of their rights, and promotes the Victim Information Notification Everyday (VINE) program.
Local prosthetics practitioner Richard Riley inducted into the 2014 Class of Fellows by the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/18/2014 - 10:07amWASHINGTON, DC — Richard L. Riley, a certified practitioner of prosthetics at Prosthetic Consulting Technologies LLC in Washoe Valley, will be inducted into the 2014 class of Fellows by the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (the Academy) during the organization’s 40th Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium on Friday, February 28 in Chicago. Riley is one of just 10 people in the nation to receive the distinction this year.
National Vigil for Gun Violence Victims
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/08/2013 - 7:57pmThe Interfaith Community of Carson City is holding a Prayer Vigil at St Peter's Episcopal Church, 314 N. Division St., Carson City NV 89703
This Vigil is being held in solidarity with the same event occurring at the National Cathedral in Washington DC remembering the 30,000+ lost each year to gun violence in the United States.
Taize music laced with readings, psalms and prayers will be used to honor those lives lost to gun violence in our nation.
David Zahrt To March Across America To Inspire Climate Action
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/24/2013 - 12:56pmDavid Zahrt of Carson City, NV will set out from Los Angeles, CA and walk 2,980 miles across American, to Washington D.C. on the Great March for Climate Action. The purpose of the March is to inspire and motivate the general public and elected officials to act now to address the climate crisis. It will be the largest coast-to-coast march in U.S. history.
The 2 million biker ride to DC to honer the fallen
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/12/2013 - 12:35amThere was a fantastic turn out for the 2 million biker ride to DC today. Last I checked over 880,000 motor cycle riders rode to Washington DC to honor the fallen on 9/11/01, this 12th anniversary of.
USDA Invites Applications for Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/11/2013 - 11:41amCARSON CITY — In early July Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA is accepting applications for grants to provide access to education, training and healthcare resources in rural areas. Up to $17.5 million is available through the Department’s Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program, with individual awards up to $500,000.
Inside Out Chiropractic offers 'Ask the Doctor Tuesdays!'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/11/2013 - 10:27amInside Out Chiropractic is pleased to announce a valuable new program called ‘Ask the Doctor Tuesdays!’ wherein Dr. Craig Black, DC will offer free 30 minute appointments to any and all interested parties every Tuesday, 8am to 7pm.
This is your time to ‘Ask the doctor!’ questions about chiropractic, headaches, neck, back, arm or leg pain/dysfunction, old injuries, new injuries, the degenerative process, low tech rehabilitation you can do a home, general dietary concerns, etcetera.
C-SPAN to feature Carson City history and authors for nationwide August broadcast
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/03/2013 - 1:50pmCarson City will be in the national spotlight as film crews from C-SPAN will begin taping a segment beginning July 8 that will feature local history and authors that will air to a nationwide audience in August.
Mayor Robert Crowell and Charter Communications will welcome the national network on the steps of the Nevada State Capitol as they prepare for a week-long visit to record and feature the city’s history and literary life. On Monday, July 8, C-SPAN representatives will reveal the stories and segments that will be explored.
Inside Out Chiropractic has moved!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 12:44pmInside Out Chiropractic has moved to 1502 N. Carson Street, unit 5 (in the Century 21 building). Dr. Black, DC, comments “I am most pleased with this new location. While it is smaller, it is much more conducive to seeing patients”.