Interviews
Women to Women interviews Kellie Butterworth of the Washoe Tribal Health Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/21/2014 - 9:16amThis week's Women to Women Nevada features Kellie Butterworth, a registered dental hygienist. She works for the Washoe Tribal Health Center and has done missionary work in South America.
Women to Women will feature an interview with Sue Lowden, a candidate for Nevada lieutenant governor, on Thursday, March 27. The broadcast had been set to air on Charter TV this week.
Roger Hedgecock - Is this the best you can do?
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/05/2014 - 10:11am“The Carson City Republican Central Committee, is hosting a program with Roger Hedgecock. You are invited to attend in room 3100 at the Nevada State Legislature on Saturday, March 8, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Roger Allan Hedgecock, is a conservative talk radio host and former mayor of San Diego, California. His show is syndicated by Radio America.”
Submitted to Carson Now by Carol Howell
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Here is what Ms, Howell did not state in the spirit of “transparency” which now has become the new “buzzword” in American and Nevada Politics!
Applications sought for Carson City Shade Tree Council spot
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/12/2014 - 10:21amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Shade Tree Council. There is currently one opening to fill a term that will expire in January 2015.
Carson City accepting applications for Board of Appeal seats
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/21/2014 - 12:22pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications now through Feb. 14 from individuals interested in serving on The Board of Appeals with expertise in the categories of General Contractor and Registered Architect.
There is one opening in each of the categories, each for a term that expires in January 2016. Applicants should be aware this Board may require a minimum commitment of up to five hours a month.
Lyon County authorities say tip about murder in Dayton unfounded after investigation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/16/2014 - 1:52pmLyon County law officers say an investigation based on a tip alleging homicide at a Dayton home has been determined to be unfounded.
After nearly two weeks of investigation, the Lyon County Sheriff's Office Detective Division has concluded that the allegation of murder taking place at a residence in the 100 block of Railroad Street in Dayton hasn't generated any evidence or a victim or a crime, said Detective Lieutenant J. L. Pattison.
Women to Women Nevada repeat features education director of Carson City Symphony
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/27/2013 - 7:27amThis week's Women to Women Nevada is a repeat show from October. Host Carol Paz interviews Sue Jesch, Education Director of the Carson City Symphony as well as a private violin and viola instructor.
Jesch has taught violin and viola and performed professionally for more than 30 years. She began playing in the Carson City Symphony when she moved to Nevada in 2004 and is currently Concertmaster and Education Director.
Seats open on Carson City Redevelopment Authority Citizens Committee
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/18/2013 - 10:04amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Redevelopment Authority Citizens Committee.
There is one opening for “Citizen-at-Large,” one opening for “Business Operator or Property Owner: Redevelopment Area 1” and one opening for “Business Operator or Property Owner: Redevelopment Area 2” the terms shall expire in January 2016.
Applicants sought for three appointments to Carson City Parks and Recreation Commission
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/10/2013 - 10:49amApplications are being accepted for three open positions on the Carson City Parks and Recreation Commission.
The commission advises the Carson City Board of Supervisors on the use of city parks and protect the right of all Carson City residents to enjoy the parks system. The board seeks applications from persons interested in serving 4-year terms on the commission. Terms expire January 2018.
Watch it Live: Carson City Board of Supervisors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/19/2013 - 8:52amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors will have a special meeting Tuesday, beginning at noon in the Sierra Room of the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street.
Spherion Staffing Job Recruiting Open house
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/10/2013 - 6:49amSpherion Staffing is having a Recruitment Open House at their office on Basque Way. (accross from Walmart North/next to Z Restaurant) We are interviewing for inside sales jobs, ebay sales lister, warehouse, material handling, forklift, clerical, bilingual administrative assistant, CNC programmer, CNC operators, Production Supervisor, Shipping and Receiving and many more positions. Bring your resume, picture ID, Social Security card and DMV printout. Some assessment testing will be discussed and interviews will be done November 13 and each day for the following week.
Anonymous tip leads to confession in early morning west Carson City vandalism spree
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/07/2013 - 6:42pmAn investigation involving spray paint graffiti vandalism that happened early Thursday morning on a number of streets on the west side of Carson City has led to a confession of one of the suspects, authorities said.
Carson City Sheriff's Office arrest report for Nov. 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 11/01/2013 - 9:29amA 29-year-old transient was arrested in the 1800 block of East Long Street in Carson City early Friday morning. William Percy Gary faces a warrant charge of felony burglary, issued Oct. 21, 2013 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $20,000.
“Embracing Dyslexia”
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2013 - 1:23pmCARSON CITY, NEVADA-The Carson City Library, Carson City Literacy Volunteers, and Literacy Volunteers for Children, will present a documentary film by Luis Macias, “Embracing Dyslexia”, on Monday, November 4th, at 6:00 pm, at the BRIC (Business Resource Innovation Center). The BRIC is located at 108 East Proctor Street, downtown Carson City.
Sena Loyd picked as new Carson City Library director
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/24/2013 - 7:13pmSena Loyd, who is the current technology trainer at Carson City Library, was selected Thursday as the new director.
The Carson City Library Board of Trustees held the interviews from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the new library director in Carson City. Loyd replaces former Carson City Library Director Sara Jones, who took a job earlier this year as Marin County Director of Library Services in California.
In the main photo, from left, director candidates Amy Geddes, Sena Loyd, Mary Scott Wallace and Diane Duquette answer questions from the board.
Women to Women Nevada with Debbie Sullivan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/13/2013 - 8:26amWomen to Women Nevada's newest segment is with Debbie Sullivan, co-owner of Sunshine Bakery and Deli in Incline Village. Host Carol Paz interviews Sullivan about Incline's newest restaurant.
Overwhelming response for Sept. 16 showing of movie 'Trans' requires a larger theater, tickets on sale
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/11/2013 - 8:29amFor one night only, an opportunity to see the movie “Trans” takes place in Carson City on Monday, September 16 at 5:30 p.m. at the Galaxy Theater, 4000 South Curry Street. When first announced, the event quickly filled theater capacity and “sold out,” but multiplex Galaxy quickly scheduled the screening in a a larger theater, and there are now ample seats available.
Opinion by Jason Woodbury: No excuse for D.A.'s indecision
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/04/2013 - 3:53pmWomen to Women Nevada features PTSD discussion with Liz Andrews Booth
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/23/2013 - 10:19amThis week's Women to Women Nevada features Liz Andrews Booth, founder of the Esperanza Foundation, owner of Liz's Biz, and the President of the Carson City Downtown Business Association. In this episode host Carol Paz interviews Liz about her knowledge and advice about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. She is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and has successfully overcome her PTSD.
Connect the dots: Bob Thomas now at Peace
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/14/2013 - 9:26am(Editor's Note: The following is from Ken Beaton of Carson City about the death of his friend Bob Thomas, who died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are pending. Thomas was a retired high-tech industrialist who served on the Carson City School Board, Nevada Welfare Board and Carson City Airport Authority and was a state Assemblyman. He also wrote a column for the Nevada Appeal.)
The word last leaves a bad taste in my mouth. One exception is after an intense workout our aerobics instructor says, “This is the last exercise before we stretch and leave for the day.”
Dangberg story is topic of Nevada State Museum program July 25
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/24/2013 - 3:17pmAfter more than six years reviewing thousands of family letters and documents, diligent research and personal interviews about the Dangberg Home Ranch, author and photographer Conrad Buedel wrote a life story of the Carson Valley’s famous settlement. As guest speaker at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City on Thursday, July 25, Buedel will discuss his work “Lost Legacy of Carson Valley: The Rise and Fall of the H.F. Dangberg Ranching Empire.”
Update on weekend South Lake Tahoe stabbing death
Submitted by admin on Tue, 07/23/2013 - 3:09pmSLTPD detectives and patrol officers continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the stabbing death this past weekend on Pioneer Trail of 28-year-old South Lake Tahoe resident Julian Acevedo Salvador.
Unable to swing, Charles Barkley to serve as Lake Tahoe 'tournament ambassador' at American Century Championship
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/18/2013 - 5:58pmSidelined by an injured right shoulder, Charles Barkley will serve as an unofficial tournament ambassador this weekend at Lake Tahoe for the 24th American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament.
One of the most popular attractions at the annual midsummer gathering of professional athletes and entertainers in Lake Tahoe, Barkley will spend the weekend walking the golf course, signing autographs, doing media interviews and interacting with the players on the golf course.
C-SPAN visits Carson City to capture unique past with historians, authors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/08/2013 - 6:21pmCarson City Mayor Robert Crowell and invited guests welcomed the 100 million household TV giant C-SPAN and its cable carrier Charter Communications to the steps of the capitol building for the first day of a week-long visit to the capital city.
C-SPAN’s video-journalists aim to capture Carson City’s history and literary journey as told by local historians, published authors and long-time residents. Collected stories will air August 3 and 4 on Charter channels 235 and 236 on C-SPAN’s American History TV and Book TV.
Carson Middle School student faces charge of false reporting following Carson City school lockdown
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/29/2013 - 1:59pmUPDATE 8:50PM: More information has been released regarding Wednesday's lockdown at Carson Middle School, which proved to be false after a 12-year-old boy confessed to cooking up a story about two students loading a black handgun in a restroom.
Media Alliance Provides Lessons in Collaboration
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Mon, 05/27/2013 - 3:55pmMan jailed for indecent exposure after allegedly urinating near door of casino
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2013 - 2:55pmA 33-year-old Carson City man faces a gross misdemeanor charge of indecent exposure after allegedly urinating near the west door entrance of a Carson City casino early Monday morning.
Officers were called to the casino, located in the 2700 block of East William Street, at 2:40 a.m. after security reported an intoxicated man who wouldn't leave the premise. Two witnesses noted the man urinated on the side of the building, and it was also seen on casino surveillance.
Women to Women Nevada with Jennifer Herald
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 11:08amCarson City Branch Manager and Bank of The West vice president Jennifer Herald is this week's guest on Women to Women with Carol Paz. Herald gives some great advice for succeeding in job interviews and provides insight into the life of a banker.
Women to Women Nevada is televised on Charter Media every Thursday at 7 pm on Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, Fallon, Lake Tahoe) and 15 (in Carson City, Gardnerville, Dayton). The locally produced and privately owned program features Northern Nevada women who are making a difference in their communities and in the region.
Women to Women Nevada with Candace Stewart
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/10/2013 - 11:20amWomen to Women Nevada host Carol Paz interviews Candace Stewart, author of "Welcome to Planet Alzheimers" for this week's program.
Candace Stewart of Carson City most recently served as the Program Coordinator for the Dementia Resource Center of Northern Nevada, which was created to support families and caregivers of those with dementia, as well as educate the community on the many different types of dementia.
Schools chief sends phone safety reminder to parents; Fritsch claim unsubstantiated
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/18/2013 - 8:11pmCarson City School District Superintendent Richard Stokes sent a phone message out to parents Thursday night addressing the Wednesday incident near Seeliger Elementary School in which a man in a dark-colored mini-van attempted to lure a young boy walking to school.
'Always Lost: A Meditation on War' exhibit honored at Nevada Legislature
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/18/2013 - 5:52am“Always Lost: A Meditation on War” has returned home to Carson City and was given full honors Wednesday at the Nevada Legislature.
Western Nevada College’s acclaimed creative writing/photographic exhibition about the costs of war will be on display in the Nevada Legislative Building’s second-floor atrium weekdays through May 3.