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Home Instead Career Fair this Friday in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/22/2020 - 1:38pmWe are in need of Unique Caregivers to join our "Best Place to Work Team" at Home Instead Senior Care in Carson City. Want to be a part of a team that views you as the professional that you are and values you for the quality of care that you deliver to our seniors?
Placer County is Open for Responsible Outdoor Travel from Carson City this Fall
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/04/2020 - 10:14amPlacer County, a 1,400-square-mile destination in Northern California, is inviting responsible leisure travelers in accordance with the California Department of Public Health and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
Travelers are now permitted to safely enjoy the diverse geography encompassing a range of cities from Olympic Valley to Foresthill, and Auburn to Roseville this fall.
UNR's Desert Farming Initiative offers produce safety tips during pandemic
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 12:47pmGrocery shopping and produce safety have been concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Desert Farming Initiative, part of the University of Nevada, Reno Experiment Station, provides information to help producers and consumers minimize food-safety risks.
Wash Your Hands: Carson City musician Brother Dan composes 20 second sing-along video
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/23/2020 - 7:25pmCarson City singer, songwriter, liver transplant recipient, and patient advocate Brother Dan Palmer has written and produced an infectious, timely and topical music video on behalf of The American Liver Foundation.
Nevadans can complete 2020 Census without having to leave home
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 10:04amCARSON CITY — As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to have an impact on the country and our local communities, the safety, health and welfare of all Nevadans is a top priority.
Despite growing concerns about the public health situation, the census is easier than ever for Nevadans to complete through one of three safe, confidential and quick ways from the comfort of their own homes: online at census.nv.gov, via phone (844-330-2020; for Spanish 844-468-2020), or mail in the hard copy questionnaire. This helps keep everyone safe — residents and census workers alike.
Volunteer operations halted at Carson Tahoe Health due to coronavirus threat
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/12/2020 - 1:42pmConsistent with other precautionary measures in place to limit those coming to and from the hospital and other clinics, Carson Tahoe Health has suspended its volunteer operation for the time being due to the coronavirus threat.
Nevada workplace agency urges employers to address Coronavirus exposure risks
Submitted by editor on Sat, 02/15/2020 - 12:09pmThe Nevada Division of Industrial Relations Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Safety Consultation and Training Section are urging businesses to assess the risk to and protect workers from exposure to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.
Do you double dip the chip? Red Cross says don't if you're attending a Super Bowl party
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 10:26amSuper Bowl weekend will bring fans and friends together for parties at a time when the flu is rampant across several states, but there are ways to keep the flu sidelined from the party. The most recent information by the Center for Disease Control shows influenza activity remains high.
Safety Day to help Carson City children learn ways to stay safe in different situations
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/03/2017 - 7:20pmUniversity of Nevada Cooperative Extension presents a free Safety Day event for children and their families. The event, held in partnership with local businesses, organizations and agencies, is 8 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Sept. 9, at Mills Park, 111 E. William St. in Carson City.
Get the shot: Carson City area flu clinics Thursday and next week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/04/2015 - 5:36pmCarson City Health and Human Services will host flu vaccination clinics this Thursday and next Tuesday as it continues to help build community immunity. By getting a flu vaccine this year, citizens are not only protecting themselves but others from falling ill to the flu.