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Events around the Carson City region for Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/10/2019 - 7:04pmGoing into Monday, Nov. 11, 2019 it is Veterans Day. Federal, state and local government offices and schools are closed to observe the holiday. Thank you U.S. Veterans for your service to our great country. There are a number of organized happenings in the region, including parades in Virginia City and Reno, as well as events in South Lake Tahoe and Sparks. Plus a number of Carson City and Carson Valley restaurants are offering no cost meals as a gesture of gratitude to veterans and active duty military members. Also Monday is a discussion on homeless issues with local advocate and champion for those who are often without a voice, Dee Dee Foremaster.
Homeless advocate to speak at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/07/2019 - 6:40amDee Dee Foremaster, executive director of the Rural Center for Independent Living and Do Drop In day refuge for the homeless and mentally ill — including many veterans — will be the featured speaker at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon. The topic of her presentation will be "Reality Check: Is tough love the solution to homelessness?"
Carson City 'Night off the Street' homeless shelter begins Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 1:55pmWith night time temperatures now well below freezing, Carson City's shelter for the homeless program "Night Off the Streets," will open its doors beginning Friday night.
Pet food drive underway at Michael Hohl Motor Company in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 10:42amThrough the month of October, Michael Hohl Motor Company in Carson City will collect pet food donations to fill a pickup truck with pet food to support Pets of the Homeless. The dealership will donate all supplies to Friends in Service Helping, also known as FISH, rural northern Nevada’s largest social services program.
Carson City ESL program founder among 4 picked for prestigious Manhattan Institute award
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 4:58pmA Carson City-based nonprofit that teaches the English language to those preparing for U.S. citizenship — and whose founder was recognized in December 2018 as a finalist for the CNN Hero Award — has been picked to receive a national recognition award from the prestigious Manhattan Institute.
Realty Executives Nevada’s Choice, A Network Partner with Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 06/06/2019 - 7:54amCarson City, NV – Realty Executives Nevada’s Choice was welcomed in June 2019 by the national nonprofit, Feeding Pets of the Homeless as a Donation Site. Donations of pet food and supplies can be taken to 800 E. College Parkway, Carson City, NV and will then be delivered to a local food bank, homeless shelter or homeless encampment. Feeding Pets of the Homeless is the only national network focused completely on feeding and providing emergency veterinary care to pets of the homeless.
County OKs $1.8 million to combat homelessness
Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 1:30pmClark County commissioners today unanimously approved a resolution to allocate nearly $1.8 million in marijuana business license fees to help the homeless. The action is part of ...
Senator Square: Art scholars announced, seniors grateful to Carson City for project role
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/21/2019 - 10:07amCarson High School senior students have successfully completed their 2019 Senior Projects, a CHS graduation requirement, and they could not have accomplished this without the selfless sacrifice of members of the Carson City community.
Nevada receives grant to improve education outcomes for homeless school students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 8:50amCARSON CITY — Education Leads Home, a national campaign focused on addressing the needs of 1.3 million homeless students enrolled in public schools, announced an award Tuesday of $20,000 to the state of Nevada to improve educational outcomes for students experiencing homelessness.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, Feb. 22
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/21/2019 - 8:08pmHello Carson City as we welcome in Friday, Feb. 22, 2019, the end of the work week, a short one for many because of the President's Day holiday. Activities abound Friday and into the weekend, including the second day of the three-day, 6th Carson City International Film Weekend festival.
Nonprofit Pets of the Homeless expands options for donors during critical need time
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/21/2019 - 5:32pmCARSON CITY — Pets of the Homeless, the only national animal organization focused solely on feeding and providing emergency veterinary care to pets of homeless people, has added the option to donate to the organization with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Introducing the ability to donate with cryptocurrency expands options for donors.
What's happening around Carson City on Thursday, Feb. 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/21/2019 - 8:01amGood day Carson City and welcome to Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019. A few snow showers may linger and should clear out by tomorrow with mostly sunny skies Friday into Saturday. Lots of activities today, including the kickoff of the sixth Carson City International Film Weekend festival.
Summit Estates Senior Living Donates $3,750 to Northern Nevada Veterans Resource Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/21/2019 - 5:55amAs part of its mission to give back to the community it serves, Summit Estates Senior Living and Memory Care donated 50 percent of the community’s total move-in fees from November and December 2018 to a local veterans’ organization. The community’s team members and residents selected the Northern Nevada Veterans Resource Center (NNVRC) and presented a $3,750 check to Justin Chavez, Regional Site Director and Cristina Crawford, Program Support Manager on Feb. 15.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, Feb. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/20/2019 - 4:53amHello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019. We're midway through the work week with yet another round of snow showers possible today and Thursday. But don't let the weather spoil your fun. There's several activities lined up throughout the day and tonight.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Feb. 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 8:07amGood morning Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019. With the long holiday weekend behind us, the week ahead looks to be busy indeed weather wise. Enjoy the sunshine today as another weather system will move into the Carson City and Lake Tahoe regions by Wednesday.
What's happening around Carson City on Monday, Feb. 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/18/2019 - 1:10amWere you as surprised as we were Sunday of the lake effect snow storm? Today is a whole new day. Welcome Carson City to Monday, Feb. 18 where all that's left, at least for the next couple days before the next system arrives, is the snow removal. Oh, and it is also President's Day with federal, state and local government offices closed, including schools. Bundle up when headed outside. It is a cold one. Today's high will be in the low 30s.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Feb. 17
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/16/2019 - 9:39pmGood morning, Carson City, on this Sunday before President's Day. What this means for those who have Monday off is that the weekend has merely hit its stride.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Feb. 16
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 02/15/2019 - 8:24pmFor those weary from all the snow around Carson City so far this month, about the only good news to share is that your weekend is here and there's plenty to do indoors if winter recreation isn't your thing.
From workshops to live music, a skate demo at The WheelHouse and even a special "Caturday Night Out" at the Carson Nugget to help homeless felines in the area, there are places to go around Carson City where you can keep warm, stay dry and have fun!
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, Feb. 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/14/2019 - 11:11pmSnow and rain, rain and snow and even thunder and lightning strikes. We've seen it all this week. If you're living in the Carson City region, you know all you have to do is wait a few minutes to have the weather change on you. Welcome to Friday, Feb. 15, 2019 and the beginning of the President's Day weekend. Carson City schools are closed today and Monday for the holiday. Gusty winds and another round of snow is expected today so take notice and be careful on the roadways.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, Feb. 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/12/2019 - 7:40pmWelcome Carson City to our list of things to do around town as we prepare for Wednesday, Feb. 13, with an arriving storm that is set to bring rain, wind and snow showers to the Carson City region over the next few days along with several feet of snow to the Sierra.
What's happening around Carson City this Tuesday, Feb. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 9:45pmGood day Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2019. We're looking at partly sunny skies today with a high of 41, followed by gusty winds and the chance of rain and snow overnight into Wednesday, lasting through at least Thursday.
What's happening around Carson City on Monday, Feb. 11
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 02/10/2019 - 8:27pmGood morning, Carson City, and welcome to the start of a brand-new week! Now that we've dug ourselves out of another heavy weekend snowstorm, we are ready to take on the days ahead.
But be careful on the roads this morning and watch for areas of black ice. Just because asphalt looks bare doesn't mean it is.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Feb. 10
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/09/2019 - 8:42pmGood morning, Carson City! A fresh layer of powdery new snow has fallen overnight, delighting Winter sports enthusiasts eager to get outside and play.
For those who aren't, consider taking occasion to shop for your Valentine under the warm, dry roof of the Carson Mall, which wraps up its weekend Valentine's Day Craft and Gift Fair.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Feb. 9
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 02/08/2019 - 9:42pmThe weekend is here and your Saturday around Carson City is chockfull of activities.
Despite snow on the ground, a Chinese New Year celebration will take place in downtown Carson City between the Nevada State Museum and the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada.
The ninth annual Carson High School Safe Grad Safe and Sober Run/Walk occurs at the CHS track.
And the 20th annual Feast of Chocolate, a scholarship fundraiser for the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Capital Branch, is being held at the Plaza Hotel Event Center.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, Feb. 8
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 8:13pmWell, Carson City, here we are at the end of another work week. And if you love to play in the snow on weekends, then there's good news on its way.
A chance for more white stuff is in the forecast for our area starting later Friday afternoon through Sunday.
What's happening around Carson City on Thursday, Feb. 7
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 02/06/2019 - 8:55pmGood morning, Carson City! You are on the downhill slope toward the weekend.
The Carson City Board of Supervisors holds its first of two bimonthly meetings Thursday, while Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak visits Carson High School Career and Technical Education (CTE) students.
Parents, guardians and caregivers are encouraged to attend "Parent Night" (no students or children) at Carson Middle School, part of the #SaveTheKids program focusing on youth interactions with digital technology, the Internet and social media.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, Feb. 6
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 02/05/2019 - 8:06pmGood morning, Carson City! You are half way to the weekend on this Hump Day. More snow may be in our future, but sunshine is in the forecast today.
It will be cold with a high of only 33 degrees, so watch for those persistent icy spots on the roadways.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Feb. 5
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 02/04/2019 - 9:21pmGood morning and happy Tuesday, Carson City! It's a snow day for Carson City school children, who will enjoy a Winter wonderland outside in several inches of the white stuff.
But the roads are no fun to drive on with solid black ice underneath the snow. Be careful on your commute today, leave early and slow down for the Winter conditions.
What's happening around Carson City on Monday, Feb. 4
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 02/03/2019 - 9:00pmGood morning, Carson City, and Happy Monday! Be careful on your commute into, out of or around the Nevada state capital this morning. Snow and ice are expected to cover the roadways, so be sure to give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination, and drive safely.
There will be a few extra motorists in Carson City starting today and for the next 120 days as the 2019 Nevada Biennial Legislative Session begins.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Feb. 3
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/02/2019 - 8:44pmWelcome to Super Bowl Sunday, Carson City! The world's largest, most watched and expensive sporting event takes place today, which is fortuitous given the stormy weather outside.
Even Carson Cassie, Carson City's endearing retention pond monster, may spend the day inside watching the game and getting ideas for her next sneak play at the pond. Pass the hot wings please!