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Economy
Some downtown businesses hurt by bike race closures
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 06/22/2016 - 6:20pmWhile the inaugural Epic Rides Carson City Off-Road mountain bike race series may have been a boon to the local economy, some downtown businesses struggled to stay out of the red last weekend because of what they felt were excessive road closures for the first-time event.
Wind doesn't deter visitors to Carson City Airport Open House
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 06/18/2016 - 12:06pmBlustery Nevada winds tested the mettle of temporary shelters set up on the tarmac at the Carson City Airport's annual Open House event Saturday, but they did not deter a large crowd of morning visitors who came to partake in the festivities.
June NNDA Business Breakfast
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 06/15/2016 - 5:42pmAs a nation, we owe a lot to our Armed Forces and our Veterans for keeping us safe and protecting our freedom. The sacrifices that our service men and women make are truly selfless. NNDA is privileged and excited to announce that our June breakfast will be a pre Fourth of July celebration of our Armed Forces and our Veterans and their contribution to economic development.
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
7:00 AM to 8:30 AM (Doors open at 6:30 AM)
Carson Nugget 507 N. Carson Street Carson City, NV 89701
Cost: $35 ($25 for Investors)
Aiming High: 2016 Carson City Airport Open House soars this Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/14/2016 - 1:55pmAviation and aerospace displays, historic aircraft, formation fliers, hot air balloon rides, a pancake breakfast and more will be featured this Saturday at the Carson City Airport Open House.
With well over 6,000 visitors attending last year, this year’s event is expected will be bigger with a bevy of activities including interactive displays, flybys, plane and helicopter demonstrations, drone demonstrations, food and beverages, a bounce house and many family activities.
Nevada Department of Transportation breaks ground on USA Parkway extension project
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/07/2016 - 9:35pmThe Nevada Department of Transportation ceremonially broke ground Tuesday on the USA Parkway extension project connecting Interstate 80 and U.S. 50 through Storey and Lyon counties.
Mountain biking event to take Carson City on epic economic ride
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/06/2016 - 5:53pmA special event slated to debut in Carson City this month is expected to benefit the the local economy on a graduated basis each year through 2020.
It’s estimated that Carson City Off-Road would generate $1 to $1.5 million in local revenue in 2016, said Joel Dunn, executive director, Carson City Visitors Bureau. About 30 percent of that would be spent for lodging and the rest for retail, restaurants and bars.
Softball fever, total madness hit Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 05/28/2016 - 11:56amIt's a mad, mad, mad, mad world this weekend in the Eagle Valley as more than 100 teams from all over the West Coast have converged upon the John D. Winters Centennial Park Complex in northeast Carson City for the 17th Annual All World Sports Midnight Madness slow-pitch softball tournament.
PK, Let's NOT Do This Again
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/26/2016 - 6:01pmPK O’Neill vs. the facts (excepts from his newsletters)
Issue 1: Representation; Leadership vs. Serving the People
PK O’Neill’s candidacy for reelection raises serious questions about pragmatism, principles, integrity, the role of a representative, what it means to be a Republican, what it means to be conservative, what it means to represent your constituents and what it means to govern.
Making the call: 77-year-old umpire has storied Northern Nevada officiating career
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/26/2016 - 4:12pmRichard Pitts was 15 the first time he was asked to umpire a game. He’d gone to watch a younger classmate play baseball just to find out the game was in jeopardy because only one official had shown up.
He asked Pitts to step in.
Know Your Enemy/Understand Your Enemy Part 3: Conclusion (sponsored)
Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/26/2016 - 12:05pmNo one should have to fight blindly against the enemy — knowledge IS power, and the truth of any situation even more powerful. No one has ever had all the facts for a set of circumstances or a certain situation, only God has the entire picture, so human expertise has its limitations. However, gathering as many facts as possible, organizing them in a logical progression, studying them carefully, looking for strengths and weaknesses, can ultimately bring together a rather comprehensive picture for all to see.
Boat safety urged as Northern Nevada lakes gear up for Memorial weekend, season ahead
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/25/2016 - 9:37amWith help from a wet winter, law enforcement agencies in Northern Nevada are preparing for a busy boating season at Lakes Tahoe, Topaz, Lahontan and others water ways following several years of drought and tough boating conditions.
Carson City candidates talk turkey at Tuesday night forum
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 05/25/2016 - 12:03amCandidates for Carson City Mayor and State Assembly District 40 addressed a nearly full house of voters at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall Wednesday night during a candidate forum sponsored by the Carson City Chamber of Commerce.
The candidates participated in a structured debate moderated by Nevada Appeal Editor Adam Trumble.
As a group, they were asked questions on specific topics and each given two minutes to provide a response.
Carson City unemployment down slightly in April
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/24/2016 - 11:34amCarson City's unemployment in April fell slightly to 6.7 percent, down 0.1 percent from March and 0.8 percent over the year, according to figures released Tuesday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Western Nevada College commencement address by Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/23/2016 - 4:56pmThe following remarks are from Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell who delivered the commencement address at Monday's Western Nevada College ceremony in Carson City:
Thank you for the distinct honor of presenting some remarks on this very important commencement day — a day of new beginnings! On this special day, your school, your community, your state and your nation offer up their congratulations to each and every one of you.
Nevada’s fourth quarter 2015 weekly wages reaches record high
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/17/2016 - 11:09amNevada’s weekly wage average reached $935 for the fourth quarter in 2015, the highest on record, according to figures released Tuesday by the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Manufacturing matters to Carson City
Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/16/2016 - 9:07am3,500 people are employed by 140 manufacturers in Carson City. Manufacturers incomes are the fourth highest in the Carson City economy. For every ...
Carson City Chamber luncheon to address the importance of creating a sense of place
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/14/2016 - 1:40pmExperts in urban planning agree for a city to be an economic success, a sense of place is the most important element.
A “Soul of the Community” survey, conducted by Gallup in 2010 in 23 cities for the Knight Foundation found “physical beauty, opportunities for socializing and a city’s openness to all people” ranked more important that jobs and the economy. This soul is called sense of place and differentiates one city from another at a time when planners are creating cookie cutter cities.
Sandoval Errs: Commerce Tax Repeal Will Not Cause Budget Cuts
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/11/2016 - 8:21amGov. Brian Sandoval and his allies don’t think voters should have a say on the commerce tax they snuck through in the closing hours of last year’s legislature.
They're entitled to their views. However, they’ve been wildly misrepresenting key facts about the matter and about the actions and words of Ron, who is leading the effort to repeal the tax. Below, we set them and the record straight.
Nevada Builders Alliance, Clark and Associates partner to provide benefits, HR services
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/10/2016 - 7:04pmThe Nevada Builders Alliance has partnered with Clark & Associates and Solutions at Work to provide a full suite of cost-effective employee benefits and human-resources services to members of the Builders Alliance.
“This innovative agreement allows builders of all sizes to cost effectively offer employee benefits that are competitive to those provided by large companies,” said Valerie Clark, the president of Reno-based Clark & Associates.
Home Know Your Enemy/Understand Your Enemy Part 2 (sponsored)
Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/10/2016 - 12:07pmAs lead prosecutor, Andrew McCarthy, continued to involve himself and his legal team in further and deeper knowledge of the enemy in order to successfully bring to trial and to win the U.S. government's case against Sheik Abdel Rahman, aka the Blind Sheik, for the World Trade Center bombing which killed and maimed hundreds of Americans in 1993 in New York City.
McKeen motor car rides in Carson City featured this weekend to mark National Train Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/06/2016 - 9:54amNevada’s famous McKeen motor car will roll at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Carson City, Saturday and Sunday.
National Train Day is celebrated Saturday, May 7, in honor of the driving of the Golden Spike at Promontory, Utah that marked completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869. Operating from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., both days, the McKeen offers passengers an authentic glimpse of its rich and important past.
Happy 5th Anniversary Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery, LLC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/04/2016 - 12:56pmPlease join Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery, LLC as we celebrate 5 years in business.
Denise Jenkins, a local artist from Dayton Nevada, will be on hand to discuss her latest series, which will be on display the entire month of June.
Custom Cakes By Kitchen, LLC is creating a edible master piece you won't want to miss.
The sangria and wine shall flow through out the day.
Drop by and celebrate community and the local arts.
Shop locally and support your local economy, while supporting your local art gallery.
Lake Tahoe roadside boat Inspection stations to open for 2016 season
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/27/2016 - 4:09pmRoadside stations for inspections and decontaminations of motorized boats and watercraft are officially opening for the 2016 boating season. Locations, hours of operation and opening dates are as follows:
Shaking the Economy
Submitted by admin on Sun, 04/24/2016 - 11:26pmKyle West of the City of Reno, Safety and Training Manager addressed ... the geological background of the Reno-Carson City-Tahoe-Truckee corridor.
Generation marketing and Millennials featured at upcoming Carson City chamber luncheon
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/19/2016 - 5:50pmAlmost 84 million Millennials are now at the age where their spending can make a huge difference to the economy. Those born between 1980 and 2000 outnumber the big-spending Baby Boomers by over 9 million.
The older Millennials are now purchasing homes, furniture, cars and more tangible goods that will keep cash registers and online services tingling.
Carson City sees increase of 400 jobs in March, statewide figures up slightly for the month
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/19/2016 - 10:58amCarson City saw a gain of 400 jobs in the month of March, according to figures released Tuesday by the state's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.
Column: Re-making Lake Tahoe in the 21st Century
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/13/2016 - 2:59pmWhen people visit Tahoe for the first time, they marvel at the extraordinary natural landscape and fresh, clean air. At the same time, some are shocked at the dilapidated condition of the built environment: rundown buildings, crumbling infrastructure, and tired-looking development.
UNR's Nevada Seismological Lab earthquake forum to feature global and regional experts
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/12/2016 - 1:18pmInternational experts will join with local seismologists in a public forum this month to inform the region on the dangers and probabilities of devastating earthquakes, and how to recover economically as a region.
Contrary to the general public perception, the California-Nevada border region is at risk for large, magnitude 7-plus earthquakes striking the greater Reno-Tahoe region. In a magnitude 6 earthquake, according to FEMA estimates, the region could suffer billions of dollars in damage: $1.9 billion in the Reno/Sparks area and $590 million in the Stateline area.
Spring into April with the Downtown Carson City Wine Walk
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 04/01/2016 - 2:23pmThe Downtown Business Association’s wine walk has always been rain, snow, or shine. Now they can add construction to the list of things that won’t get in the way of this fun monthly event. Saturday, April 2, go see for yourself what new things are breaking ground in the downtown corridor and enjoy some wine, nibbles, and entertainment while you’re there.
Carson City economy continues to come back
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/24/2016 - 4:59pmPrivate investment is starting to come back to Carson City.
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