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My name is Colleen Bannister and I am the owner of 6weekworkout studio in Carson City. I have been a personal trainer for over 10 years and I am certified by the National Council on Strength and Fitness. My philosophy is that fitness is about making your body capable of doing the things that bring you joy, sustaining it as long as possible, and preventing the many health issues we all face today.

Las Vegas, NV - On Friday March 18 2016, local teacher Reuben D'Silva, a former Iraq War Veteran and Ivy League graduate, declared his candidacy to represent Nevada's Congressional District 1 in the U.S. House of Representatives.

D’Silva stated:

“I am proud to announce that I am running for Congress in Nevada’s Congressional District 1 as a nonpartisan. If elected, I look forward to hearing from all sides and not being bound to any political party’s platform, as my only obligation is to the people who I’ll be serving.

“Meditation and Reflection Rooms” formally opened on March 16 at University of Nevada, Reno claimed to be one of the “nation's top public research universities”.

These “Meditation and Reflection Rooms” feature two individual rooms and a larger space for reflection, meditation and prayer. It includes various cabinets where each group can keep their required religious icons and articles locked to be brought out when needed by individuals.

Starting an exercise program is a feat that should be congratulated and admired. However, it is also something that should be done with thought and concern. It is important to implement an appropriate exercise program that is safe and conducive to an individual’s health. Often, individuals try to do too much causing serious injuries when exercising. REMSA would like to remind people of the importance of safety when taking part in a workout routine.

Safety First!

Starting an exercise program is a feat that should be congratulated and admired. However, it is also something that should be done with thought and concern. It is important to implement an appropriate exercise program that is safe and conducive to an individual’s health. Often, individuals try to do too much causing serious injuries when exercising. REMSA would like to remind people of the importance of safety when taking part in a workout routine.

Safety First!

Her final resting place may lie somewhere at the bottom of the South Pacific Ocean, but the U.S.S. Nevada BB-36 will always have a memorial home here in Nevada's capital.

Two years ago, her memory was honored at the State Capitol with a plaque that commemorated the centennial of her initial launching.

Today, The Nevada was honored again on the State Capitol grounds with a second plaque commemorating the 100th anniversary of her completion and U.S. Navy commissioning.

If you’re a dog lover (like many of us), consider your plans made for this Saturday, March 12. We’re so thrilled for Fido Fest, a fabulous doggie extravaganza! This brand new event features everything for the dog lover (and pet lover) by bringing together local businesses and adoptable dogs for one big celebration this Saturday, March 12, hosted by and at The Summit in South Reno.

“No pain, no gain!” For years, exercise buffs have encouraged people to hit the gym with this phrase.
Would as many have been eager to get off the couch if the rallying cry had been, “All pain, no gain”?

CARSON CITY — First responders, fire, law enforcement, and emergency medical services will be first on the scene in an emergency. When additional support is needed to manage an incident state resources are called in to assist. One of the resources ordered by a local jurisdiction may be the National Guard.

Nevada has received more than $11.2 million in federal funding from the Department of Homeland Security and has secured $3.7 million from the State Homeland Security Program for federal fiscal year 2016, Gov. Brian Sandoval announced Wednesday.

An eagle in Carson Valley. This month Douglas County hosts Eagles and Agriculture, Feb. 18-21. Eagles and Agriculture is a once-a-year opportunity to see raptors that visit Carson Valley during the calving season each winter, including bald eagles.

When Shirley Ling moved to Carson City 13 years ago, one of her first stops was to check out what activities were offered at the senior center. She found friendship and recreation, playing some pool here and there. But about six years ago, she found her real niche, playing table tennis.

Kindergarten students at Empire Elementary School were treated Thursday by a visit from educators with KNPB Channel 5 in Reno. The visit was part of KNPB’s Ready To Learn workshops, which bring special learning topics into classrooms around the Reno-Sparks and Carson City areas.

Thursday's guest educators taught students about the forces of motion, KNPB Ready To Learn Facilitator Joy Foremaster said.

Join us to learn about how heart health and exercise are linked, and what you can do to improve your routine. For more information regarding these events, call (775) 445-5169

Don't miss out on today's softball sign-ups at the Carson City MAC at 1860 Russell Way for girls 4-1/2 to 18 for only $75 and continues until 1 p.m.

Softball is a great way to engage your child in the community, build self-esteem, and of course, exercise.

The Carson City Multipurpose Athletic Center (MAC), opened December of 2015 with the abilty to host basketball, indoor soccer, and a walking track. More information about the Carson City MAC can be found here.

2016 IN PERSON REGISTRATION DATES:

Jan. 16 & 23, Feb. 6 (Saturdays)

9AM-1PM

Carson City MAC (1860 Russell Way)

Registration Fee: $75.00 (Sibling discount: $25/sibling)

Register on or before 1/15/16, receive a $10.00 discount

Register after 2/7/16, fee increases to $85

Register after 2/20/16, fee increases to $100

I recently responded to some questions from Brett Fisher, an editor and writer for Carson Now about New Year’s resolutions for an article he was writing. It was a good article about the challenges we all face whenever we want to make changes in our lives.

At the Tazmanian Boxing Club in north Carson City, clients are receiving much more than training to become pugilists. They are gaining an upper hand in the fight against Parkinson's Disease.

Gym owner Francisco Rodriguez has partnered with Nina Vogel, a licensed physical therapist with Carson-Tahoe Health, to offer a therapeutic way for Parkinson’s patients to combat the devastating effects of the neurological disease through the discipline of boxing.

On New Year’s Day, the fourth annual memorial “Walk and Wave” will be held for Ed “The Waver” Carlson, in downtown Reno. Participants will walk and wave to others, as Ed did during his lifetime, through Downtown Reno north along Virginia St. and then east along E. Fourth St.

With a couple inches of fresh snow on the ground around Carson City, Anna Pittenger's family puppy, Charlie, enjoys the snow before going inside. With frigid overnight temperatures expected tonight through the weekend, the Humane Society reminds pet owners that after outside play time, the best prescription from the cold is to keep your dog or cat inside with you and your family.

With Thanksgiving a week away, signups are in the final stretch for the annual Carson City Turkey Trot, a holiday family walk and fun run held ahead of morning football games and big afternoon and evening dinners.

Get some exercise with hundreds of your fellow Carson City neighbors during this annual event hosted by St. Teresa Catholic School.

In spite of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, which guarantees freedom of the press, there are some places where journalists don’t belong and are simply not allowed: At times inside a court room with closed proceedings, a jury deliberation room, a medical exam room, and in a legal consultation, among other places.

Sierra Nevada Forums, Partnership Carson City and Nevada Juvenile Justice will host a lecture Thursday in Carson City on the brain/body connection by a consultant for the Navy SEALS and the International Olympic Committee.

John Underwood, director and founder of Pure Performance, is the Human Performance Consultant for the U.S. Navy SEALS, and presented at numerous military bases.

As we await the arrival of final rules and regulations from the Nevada Gaming Commission regarding Sports Betting Investment Groups from SB443, the NGC sent out an announcement regarding a position that it believes DFS to be considered gambling.

Now, why is this decision a good thing?

Nevada has now set a tone that other states can decide to follow. If other states’ Gaming Boards determine the same, this will slowly creep into other questions regarding this part of the statement:

On Oct. 1, Lyon County Commissioners and staff attended the 2015 Nevada Association of Counties Training Conference in Las Vegas. The training consisted of:

Managing Public Water Systems
Social Services Updates
Economic Development Programs
Streamlining Services to Older Adults and Individuals with Disabilities
2017 Legislative Issues
Regulations Impact to Businesses
Managing Growth, Protecting Traditional Uses and Natural Resources
Natural Resources, Wildlife, Wild Horses and Air Quality
Body Cameras for Law Enforcement
Mental Health in Jails
Challenges to Changing Tax Policy

“Are you exercising?” That’s one of the questions continually asked by doctors who believe strongly exercise will assure us a long and healthy life.

Sure, you can go to a gym (what did we do before gyms?) or you can participate in one of the best exercise routines of all — walking. Walking is easy on the body and allows one to stop and view the scenery, or as they say, “smell the roses.”

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. The Nevada Department of Public Safety’s Division of Emergency Management, Department of Administration’s Enterprise IT Services, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance are participating in National Cyber Security Awareness Month to increase awareness throughout Nevada.

In a training exercise Wednesday, seasonal firefighters joined with recruits and veteran firefighters from the Carson City Fire Department to practice extinguishing wildfire and discouraging its spread.

“By training, we can hone our skills. We work together more efficiently,” said Rodd Rummel, wildland fuels management officer. “Even for seasoned veterans, training is always key to efficient and effective work.”
Crews spent the day at a north Carson home practicing different maneuvers, such as creating defensible space, thinning brush and extending the fire hose.

About 100 years ago Nevada was rocked by the largest earthquake in its history, the 1915 magnitude 7.3 Pleasant Valley earthquake south of Winnemucca. Only a few large earthquakes since then have rumbled the state, but nothing near the surface scar — with a vertical offset as high as 19 feet – that stretched 35 miles across Nevada’s Great Basin.

The first official day of fall has come and went. Days are shorter and temperatures are cooler. Talk of a “Monster El Niño” has everyone stoked for winter. Thoughts of checking and tuning the gear begin to creep into our minds. Before each snow season there is one question we often forget to ask ourselves…are we physically ready? A lot of mountain enthusiasts attempt to keep in shape by hitting the trails, bike riding, paddle boarding or other adventurous outdoor activities, while others enjoy the off season in a different way.