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A Carson City couple is in need of financial help to relocate briefly to Utah where they will be awaiting a kidney transplant to happen. Friends and family of the couple have established a Go Fund Me page to help with the expenses.

Gabe Torres of Carson City has irreparable damage to his kidney from Type 1 diabetes. Gabe and his wife, Megan, plan to relocate to Utah for the surgery and are in need of financial help to cover living expenses involved with their stay.

As the 80th session of the Nevada Legislature nears its end, an iconic and history making former legislator is the focus of this month’s Frances Humphrey Lecture Series at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City.

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Rita Hosking along with Sean Feder will perform a one-night only concert next month in the capital region at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse.

Rapidly advancing technology throughout the computer and digital information ages pose both pose both hope and challenges for the future, said Western Nevada College President Vincent R. Solis at Wednesday's monthly Soup's On Luncheon hosted by the Carson City Chamber of Commerce.

Good morning Carson City and welcome to Thursday, Feb. 28, the last day of the month. It was quite a ride as we stood strong with rain and snow, local events and welcoming the Nevada Legislature back into session. It isn't over yet. Read on as Elvis is at Carson City's door tonight. Then it is onward and upward to March.

Carson Tahoe Expressions Memory Care invites the community to attend a free discussion on Thursday, February 28 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., led by internationally recognized memory care expert David Troxel, MPH, who will discuss the importance of engagement and activity for brain health as it relates to Alzheimer’s disease.

In the tradition of TED, a nonprofit organization devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading, comes TEDxCarsonCity, a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience.

"Winterflix," a play on the popular Netflix streaming service, was the theme this year at the 2019 Winterfest week at CHS with dress-up days and night-time activities all week long. Some of the events included the Netflix show, "Stranger Things," a Twins Day, "Riverdale," "The Office," and even the ever popular once-a-month Dress for Success competition.

NOTE: Thursday, Feb. 7 is parents only night. The Friday assemblies are for students only.
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Cell phones and social media are connecting us and impacting our lives in so many ways. Among all the positives, studies are now showing some damaging affects these social media and screen-time may have on the mental and physical health of children.

CHS hosted the Northern Nevada Forensic League tournament last weekend.

According to CHS teacher and Speech and Debate Adviser Patrick Mobley, “We would like to thank all the judges and coaches who volunteered their time to help this tournament become a success.”

While no one can truly know the future, the year 2019 is going to be full of notable anniversaries commemorating events significant to history. Some we celebrate, others we mourn or memorialize. Some are remembered fondly, others with grief.

Here is a look at some of the more profound anniversaries we will observe this year:

Roots Raconteur Ray Bonneville returns to Silver City for one exclusive show at the historic Silver City Schoolhouse, 385 High Street, on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 7 p.m.

Children often spend a lot of time indoors. In fact, “children spend on average less than one hour per day outside” according to the National Gardening Association. And yet, a connection to nature has significant developmental benefits for children.

The PTSD, Depression and Suicide presentation with former NHL goalie Clint Malarchuk, scheduled for Thursday Nov. 8 at Western Nevada College, has been canceled.

WNC’s Psychology Club regrets any inconvenience this may have caused.

The club plans to reschedule the event at a later date.

Hello Carson City and welcome to another bright, sunny yet cool fall day in the capital city. Today is Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 with the weekend now in sight. There's quite a few activities in the works today. Something for the mind, body and sharing food with others for the soul.

Nevada Humane Society is proud to honor and thank dedicated service men and women by offering free pet adoptions for members of the military and their immediate families on Veterans Day, this Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018. Pets are available for adoption at either the Carson City shelter, at 549 Airport Road or the Reno shelter, 2825 Longley Lane.

The Carson High School Library was packed with students Nov. 1 for a special occasion guest speaker, author and CHS graduate Teri Case. She gave students who attend College Connections some practical and realistic advice on writing applications for both local and national scholarships.

This event has been canceled. For more info click here.

My name is Colleen Bannister and I was a victim of a violent crime. This is a bit lengthy so I apologize but so is the ride through the justice system. Entering the justice system is nothing like people think. You think it's as easy as you are a victim and the bad guy will be punished.

Alejandra Lopez thought she knew the signs of a person who may be suicidal.

She assumed they would be despondent, talking about ending their lives and, as a final indication, would be giving away all of their precious possessions.

Carson City’s fourth annual 5K Walk for Suicide Prevention will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the Bob McFadden Plaza, 223 W. Third St. Other walks are planned the same day in Gardnerville, Silver Springs and Reno.

We can do better, we should do better, and we must do better. You see, it’s our responsibility to do better, and we need to realize that no amount of money is going to help more than the investment we choose to give it.

I’m talking about the stewardship of our future. You know them, the oft-maligned young people in our midst. The ones we criticize for being cell phone dependent and social media addled, even as older adults are the fastest growing group of social media users.

So, technology is to blame? Not specifically, but it can be thrown into the stew.

Upon retiring from the Army in 2016, I quickly felt as though I had no direction or purpose anymore. Although I only served for 7 years personally, and always felt supported by others, something unexplainable was missing inside of me. It felt as though my purpose adapted from helping people and upholding values, to simply working for money to support my family.

Indulge your minds and your palates in tasty cooking tips and recipes! Join Martha Holand, CDE, RD, LD, for this 8-week nutrition course to discover the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet. Research shows that Mediterranean-style eating can improve weight loss, control blood glucose (sugar) levels, reduce the risk of depression, and more. This 8-week program starts Thursday, November 29 Noon - 2 PM at Valley View Room in the Regional Medical Center (1600 Medical Pkwy).

Cost for the 8-week program is $35, registration required. Reserve your spot today https://bit.ly/2PdLZ0D!

Indulge your minds and your palates in tasty cooking tips and recipes! Join Martha Holand, CDE, RD, LD, for this 8-week nutrition course to discover the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet. Research shows that Mediterranean-style eating can improve weight loss, control blood glucose (sugar) levels, reduce the risk of depression, and more. This 8-week program starts Thursday, November 29 Noon - 2 PM at the Valley View Room in the Regional Medical Center.

Cost for the 8-week program is $35, registration required. Reserve your spot here https://bit.ly/2PdLZ0D

When Maria Watson walked back into the manufacturing facility that she and her husband had built, she felt so small and alone.

The 55,000 square-foot building was empty, and so was a part of Watson.

Red's Old 395 Grill in Carson City has partnered with the Sierra Therapeutic Equestrian Program, also known as STEP, to host a fundraiser this Saturday, July 14 at the restaurant.

National statistics show that one in five adults suffers a mental health disorder in any given year in the United States. “We all know somebody,” said Tasha Martel, outreach coordinator for Partnership Carson City. “It’s not just the people who have to be medicated. So many people suffer from situational depression or anxiety, and they just need a little help.”

May is national mental health month, and it is focused on raising awareness about eliminating the stigma that surrounds mental illness. Our nation is facing a widespread mental health crisis, and Northern Nevada is one of the hardest hit areas.

Indulge your mind and your palate in tasty cooking tips and recipes as you experience the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet led by Kim Mason, MS. RD. Research suggests that a Mediterranean-style eating pattern can improve weight loss, facilitate better control of blood glucose (sugar) levels and reduce the risk of depression, to name a few. This 8-week program starts Wednesday, May 9, 4:30 - 6:30 PM at Valley View Room in the Regional Medical Center. Sign up https://carsontahoe.salsalabs.org/eatlikeagreekspring2018/index.html