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Carson City Fire Department will allow for open burning between Nov. 14 and Dec. 13
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 4:08pmThe Carson City Fire Department will allow open burning November 14, 2020 to December 13, 2020.
The purpose of the open burn period is to provide residents an opportunity to dispose of accumulated weeds and yard debris. In order to make this a safe endeavor for those involved, the Carson City Fire Department will require a burn permit.
Upcoming Carson City Rotary Club Meeting focuses on the Rotary Youth Exchange Program
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 9:48amTravel to Brazil at the next Rotary Club of Carson City’s weekly meeting.
Sy'Johnniqa Moore, a Rotary Youth Exchange student, recently returned from the South American country and will talk about her student exchange experience.
Pioneer High School Senior Highlight
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 9:03amTurning obstacles into triumphs. That’s what Dalton Yannikos, this month’s Pioneer High School Senior spotlight, has focused on over the past couple of years.
Governor appoints J. Brin Gibson to Nevada Gaming Control Board
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 4:09pmGovernor Steve Sisolak announced Tuesday the appointment of J. Brin Gibson to the Gaming Control Board and designated him to serve as the new chair and executive director.
Nevada governor honors Veterans Day through proclamation, video message to Veterans
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 11:55amCARSON CITY — Today, Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak issued a proclamation naming Wednesday, November 11th as Veterans Day in honor of our Veterans that have served in our nation’s military. State offices will be closed for this official holiday.
New restaurant, Carson City Joe's, to serve up classic American fare at North Carson location
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/04/2020 - 12:05pmA Virginia City burger joint will be expanding its reach into the capital city with “Carson City Joe’s” taking the place of the old Saffron on the corner of North Carson Street and Corbett.
Senator Square: Music returns to CHS, plus fundraisers generate breast cancer awareness
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/01/2020 - 7:45amThe results are in. Students laughed at them because they had to dress differently, today, but they laughed at the students, too, because they were all dressed the same.
Column: My Favorite Nevada Moments
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/31/2020 - 8:56amThe Nevada Day Committee got it wrong this year. By selecting "My Favorite Nevada Moment" as the theme for 2020, the committee has left people like me out.
I can't whittle my experiences in Nevada down to just one favorite.
Home Means Nevada gets 2020 update with new song arrangement, video
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/30/2020 - 3:48pmNotification of CARES Act funding opportunity in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 4:32pmIn response to the Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19) the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Program has allocated the Nevada Non-Entitlement CDBG Program through the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development the amount of $283,213 to Carson City. From the $283,213, $70,426 has not been funded. This notice is to fund the remaining $70,426.
Public meeting for the Community Development Block Grant Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 3:52pmNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Carson City will conduct a public meeting on November 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. (All meetings will be online, please see directions below), in order to discuss possible applications for funding under the COIVD-19, CDBG-CV, State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) Program and to solicit citizen input on possible activities to be included in the application.
New radio drama 'Secrets of Harridge House' premieres Friday on Carson City's KNVC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 12:43pmSecrets of Harridge House, a weekly radio drama produced by Proscenium Players, Inc. and KNVC 95.1 FM Carson City premieres this Friday, Oct. 30, 2020 at 8 p.m. Created by John Adams and Scott Young, the story follows three siblings who were separated as infants and reunited almost 30-years later as they inherit the family estate in fictional Harridge, Nev.
Chase opens first Carson City bank branch Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 8:35amChase will open its first Carson City branch bank Tuesday on South Carson Street and Eagle Station as part of its northern Nevada expansion, making it the 10th location in the region.
Does hemp hold the potential to be Nevada’s next leading crop?
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/25/2020 - 12:04pmHemp uses less water than many other crops, and its uses and popularity are growing. As a result, there is increasing interest in growing hemp in Nevada. University of Nevada, Reno Extension is now researching hemp varieties and best practices for growing it in Nevada, and offering online classes on the research findings.
Senator Square: Carson High School Library of Love; leadership promotes breast cancer awareness
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/25/2020 - 6:40amThe teachers of Carson High School are continuing to ask if the community of Carson City would purchase a T-shirt to support both breast cancer awareness and CHS teacher Kelly Gustafson, who is currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer.
Douglas County Hosts Flood Awareness Event both as In Person and Virtual Option
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/24/2020 - 9:46amDouglas County and the State of Nevada is hosting an in person educational event to inform citizens on flood preparation on November 17, 2020 from 3-4:30pm in the Ranch View Room of the Douglas County Community and Senior Center.
Artist Mark Brandvik exhibition 'Relaunch' at CCAI Courthouse Gallery.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/22/2020 - 12:57pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, "Relaunch", by artist Mark Brandvik at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. The exhibition will be in the gallery from October 2, 2020 – January 28, 2021.
Things to Think About Before You Vote (opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/19/2020 - 7:32pmIt seems that every four years we’re told that, “This is the most important election in history!” In 2020, that axiom seems more true than ever. As the president of the Nevada Republican Assembly, there are some important issues of which I’d like to make everyone aware.
Historic coin press to mint medallion recognizing health care workers as part of Nevada Day celebration
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/19/2020 - 1:00pmCARSON CITY — To honor and raise funds for Nevada’s health care workers, historic Coin Press No. 1 will mint a special medallion from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. in Carson City.
Nevada employment agency warns claimants, employers about phishing email scam
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/19/2020 - 10:52amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation is warning businesses that an email with a subject line “Important Notice (Urgent Response Required)” is not from the agency, but a phishing email targeting Nevada employers.
Senator Square: Blue Crew to the rescue; t-shirt sales to support CHS teacher with cancer
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/18/2020 - 6:54amFrom the Famous first line of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, modified to appeal to the generosity of the Carson City community, "It is a truth universally acknowledged that a (generous city) in possession of a good fortune must be in want of (helping to support a CHS teacher)."
The teachers of CHS are asking if this is still true? Of course it is. Men, women, and children of Carson City are encouraged to purchase a T-shirt to support both breast cancer awareness and CHS teacher Kelly Gustafson, who is undergoing treatment for breast cancer.
Carson City seeks public input to help establish 2021-2025 Strategic Plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/18/2020 - 5:30amCarson City is in the process of updating the City’s Strategic Plan and the community is asked to weigh in. The City is administering an online survey at carson.org/survey to gauge overall community input on the proposed goals and objectives intended to steer City operations for the next five years.
Carson City supervisors allow hemp cultivation indoors, block outdoor agricultural cultivation amid lawsuit
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/15/2020 - 11:55amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors voted to create a new ordinance relating to hemp cultivation within city limits on Thursday, allowing for indoor cultivation within certain zoning districts, effectively blocking outdoor agricultural cultivation.
Carson City School District hiring for several needed and necessary operational positions
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/14/2020 - 8:56amCARSON CITY — The global pandemic has proven challenging to businesses and organizations across the state, country and world. Many local school districts cannot find people to fill open positions including transportation, custodial, nutrition, nursing, paraprofessionals and crossing guards. Many are struggling to even maintain enough substitute teachers.
V&T Railway offers family-friendly, Halloween-themed spooky railbike rides
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 1:25pmCARSON CITY — V&T Railway is celebrating Halloween with family-friendly and spooky railbike rides. Running Friday, Oct. 23 through Sunday, Oct. 25 and Wednesday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Oct. 31, V&T Railway will offer children and adult focused haunted railbike rides at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., respectively.
Gov. Sisolak proclaims Monday as Indigenous People’s Day in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/12/2020 - 10:35amCARSON CITY — Envisioning a future that incorporates the values of indigenous people, Gov. Sisolak has proclaimed Oct. 12 Indigenous People’s Day in Nevada. The proclamation recognizes the Paiutes, Shoshone and Washoe nations as early inhabitants of the Great Basin, and it reiterates the state’s commitment to close the equity gap between indigenous people and the larger population.
Senator Square: Carson High School leadership students raise breast cancer awareness
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/11/2020 - 5:51amBeing a student at Carson High School is rewarding enough, academically speaking, but learning is happening everywhere; however, forcing a teacher to dress in pink, from head to toe, wearing a pink tutu, is a different story and an exciting fundraising opportunity.
University Police Services Donates to WNC Food & Hygiene Pantry
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 3:24pmUniversity Police Services, which provides a safer learning environment for Western Nevada College and other Nevada System of Higher Education institutions, has taken its service to students one step further.
Partnership Carson City hosts Drug Round-up Saturday, Oct. 24
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/07/2020 - 8:40amPartnership Carson City, inspiring a healthy community through education and prevention, is raising awareness around the impacts of keeping unused and expired prescription drugs in your household.
Research shows Northern Nevada locals in favor of expanding smoke-free laws to include casinos and bars
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/06/2020 - 8:39amA research project was recently published by the Journal of Hospital Management and Health Policy, indicating that 60 percent of Washoe County residents (and 74 percent of Washoe County non-smokers) would favor a law prohibiting smoking in all casinos in Washoe County.