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Let's hear it for the first weekend of the new year, because it won't happen again for another 12 months.

The first weekend of 2019 also means the first Saturday of the month, which is the day of the Downtown Business Association Monthly Wine Walk in downtown Carson City, come rain, snow, wind or shine.

That's a good thing, too, because this weekend will likely have all of that.

The last week of 2018 is flying by and the year's final weekend is upon us.

Daytime temperatures should warm up into the 40s today and near 50 by Sunday, so get out and enjoy the bright winter sunshine and fresh, crisp December air.

Bid farewell to Autumn, because today is the first full day of Winter.

This is also the last weekend before Christmas Day, which means the last Santa Trains of the season at the Nevada Railroad Museum. Santa Claus also leaves his North Pole headquarters at the Carson Mall Sunday in preparation for his big night.

Florence Phillips of Carson City was honored as being one of the TOP 10 CNN Heroes in an award ceremony for her work providing free English as a Second Language in-home tutoring to the our community.

Now, she wants to continue to expand the program.

A Carson City woman who has dedicated the past 15 years helping people throughout Northern Nevada learn English and become American citizens was recognized Sunday as one of 10 finalists picked by CNN as a Top Hero for 2018.

Who would imagine attending a Carson City School District’s Board of Trustees meeting could be so darn fun as it was filled to standing house only with community members, parents, children, and smiling faces; everyone was having such a wonderful time listening to Trustees excitedly converse with one another.

Thanksgiving and Black Friday may be behind us, but Small Business Saturday is still ahead. Today consider shopping local to support small businesses in Carson City and surrounding communities. Small business Saturday deals can be found inside the Carson Mall, in downtown Carson City and at small businesses throughout the Nevada state capital.

I wonder if you heard that we are a CNN Hero Finalist. We can win $100,000 to help more families if we receive enough votes.

Your weekend has arrived, Carson City. Today is Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. A busy week is deserving of time off and for many the weekend is extended as Monday is Veteran's Day with federal, state and local governments, as well as city schools closed so we can pay tribute to America's finest men and women who have served or are currently serving in our Armed Forces.

An 88-year-old Carson City woman who has dedicated the past 15 years helping people throughout Northern Nevada learn English and become American citizens is among 10 finalists selected by CNN as a Top Hero for 2018.

The thunderous roar of jet engines will rumble across the skies above Carson City and the Carson Valley this weekend as the famed U.S. Navy Blue Angels flight team headlines the 2018 Aviation Roundup at the Minden-Tahoe Airport.

The ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada is here to ensure that all people have the opportunity to make the American Dream come true for them. When Our Students Succeed, Our Nation Succeeds.

Enjoy the last few days of summer as fall is around the corner. Today is Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018. Today brings the second and final volunteer training event at the Nevada State Museum, morning and afternoon hikes and walks, a rally at the capital, a fundraiser at Mills Park, plenty of art exhibits and more.

A family has organized an event to support a member of their family, Jesus Perez Sanchez, who is being treated for leukemia. It will be a picnic in Mills Park on Tuesday, Sept. 18. The food will be all-Mexican and the event will run from 11 am to 7 pm. Tickets are $5, but all donations will be welcomed.

The ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada encourages all students to attend.

CARSON CITY — Florence Phillips is 88 years old, and has dedicated the last 15 years to helping people in our community learn English and even become citizens. Because of her hard work, and the work of her tutors and students, the ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada was nominated by CNN Heroes.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Don’t worry, you’ve still got four months for your holiday shopping, but Santa needs to hire a few helpers. The annual Polar Express on the V & T is getting ready to steam up and they are auditioning for elves etc. to lend a hand. The Nevada Arts Council has a new exhibit featuring Basque artwork; attend this evening’s artist reception to learn more about these unusual carvings. The ESL at Home program works quietly behind the scenes to bring better English language skills to non-native speakers.

An entertaining public fundraiser, sponsored by the ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada, will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 28 from 5-8 p.m. in the Nevada Room of the Governor's Mansion, located at 600 N. Mountain Street in Carson City.

Learning a second language isn't as simple as sitting through classes and completing workbooks. Just ask clients at the United Latino Community (ULC) in Carson City, where learning a language is a shared experience and a common thread that binds people together.

Come volunteer with us! Learn how to teach English as a Second Language at a Free Workshop in Carson City this Tuesday, July 31, 2018.

Our citizenship class provides the civics knowledge and English language skills needed to pass the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) naturalization interview.

Citizenship preparation classes are sponsored by the ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada. These classes are available at all proficiency levels and at no cost to the student.

Thirty-eight employees who have worked a collective 750 years at Carson City School District will retire this year. The retirees will be recognized at the school board meeting Tuesday, May 22.

The ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada takes pleasure in announcing that our brave and courageous English learners have studied hard to learn their new country's language and customs. They have been tutored by our ESL trained community volunteers with English language skills and are now ready to take the U.S. citizenship exam.

Joanna Kaiser, 3rd grade teacher at Bordewich Bray Elementary School, was honored Tuesday as the Carson City School District’s Educator of the Year. Additionally, Franceska Quintana, para professional IV at Carson Middle School, was recognized as the Classified Employee of the Year for the district.

Come volunteer with us! Learn how to teach English as a Second Language to an adult.

People who want to help break the language barrier by teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) are invited to attend a free tutor orientation and training workshop on Saturday, April 14, 2018. Training is from 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. in the Pine Nut Room of the Douglas County Library, 1625 Library Lane, Minden. Light snacks will be served.

The commitment to tutor a non-English speaking person is 1-2 hrs/week according to your schedule. There are adult learners waiting for help with speaking, reading and writing English.

Winterfest 2018 is here, and the theme is “Into the Depps of Winterfest"— as in Johnny Depp — with a week stuffed full of fun activities. Depp says, “I think the thing to do is to enjoy the ride while you’re on it” and this is what Carson High School students intend to do all week long.

ESL In-Home Program is sponsoring a free 12-week U.S. Citizenship study class starting Feb. 6, 2018 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Empire Elementary School, 1260 Monte Rosa Dr, Carson City. To reserve a seat and for more i information, call 775-888-2021 email: ana.torres.esl@gmail.com or at Empire School contact Miriam Torres 775-883-1114. Space is limited. First come, first served.

Carson City School District is hosting a job fair today, Tuesday, Dec. 5, from 3 to 6:30 p.m. inside Carson High School, south Senator Square, 1111 North Saliman Road. Nearly 50 positions will be available.

If you’re looking for a new career, it may be time to head back to school – Carson High School, that is. The Carson City School District is looking to fill a number of positions and is holding a job fair this afternoon. See what the talented students in the Symphony Youth Strings program have been up to at tonight’s "Around the World in Music" concert at the Community Center. A special candle lighting ceremony to remember loved ones takes place this evening at Fitzhenry’s Funeral Home. All those who have lost someone are welcome to participate. Don’t let a little Bah Humbug ruin your day.

Carson City School District will host a Job Fair Tuesday, Dec. 5, from 3 to 6:30 p.m. inside Carson High School, south Senator Square, 1111 North Saliman Road. Nearly 50 positions will be available.