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Carson City community leader, cultural organization to receive Nevada Humanities Awards

Event Date: 
April 18, 2019 - 4:30pm

People across Nevada nominated exceptional individuals and organizations for the 2019 Nevada Humanities Awards. These awards are for outstanding achievements in, and contributions to, the humanities, conferred bi-annually by Nevada Humanities.

Reno Hindu statesman Rajan Zed to open both North Dakota Senate and House with Sanskrit mantras

Both North Dakota Senate and House of Representatives in capital Bismarck will open their April one and April two sessions respectively with Hindu prayers, containing verses from world’s oldest existing scripture.

Hindu invocation will also start the Burleigh County Commission meeting of April one in Bismarck.

What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, March 12

Hello Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, March 12, 2019. Enjoy the sunny skies while you can as a quick-moving weather system will blow in this afternoon into the evening bringing a chance for gusty winds and scattered rain and light snow showers. From Wednesday onward it looks like plenty of sunshine filled days extending into the weekend.

Carson City area volunteers sought to judge senior projects, offer career guidance

CARSON CITY — As the district works on aligning workforce preparedness efforts under the Work-Based Learning umbrella, community partners will have more opportunities to share information with students including career exploration, preparation and training.

Reno Hindu statesman Rajan Zed opened Washington House of Representatives with Sanskrit prayers

Washington State House of Representatives in capital Olympia opened its March 6 session with Hindu prayers, containing verses from world’s oldest existing scripture.

Hindu statesman Rajan Zed delivered the invocation from ancient Sanskrit scriptures. After Sanskrit delivery, he then read the English interpretation of the prayer. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and root language of Indo-European languages.

Reno Hindu statesman Rajan Zed to open Washington House of Representatives with Hindu prayer

Washington State House of Representatives in Olympia will start its day on March six with Hindu prayer, containing verses from world’s oldest existing scripture.

Hindu statesman Rajan Zed will deliver the invocation from ancient Sanskrit scriptures before the House. After Sanskrit delivery, he then will read the English interpretation of the prayer. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and root language of Indo-European languages.

Carson High School robotics team wins state championship

CARSON CITY — Putting an exclamation point on the best season yet, the Carson High School robotics team, Cyber Mafia, was crowned state champions at the Nevada State FIRST Tech Challenge Championship held in Las Vegas Saturday, Feb. 9.

Carson City's Pioneer High School art students recognized

Maya Angelou said, “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” Under the tutelage of art teacher Paul Lorion, two Pioneer High School students, Anahi Pacheco and Isaiah Zacarias, have been recognized for their exceptional creative efforts.

Another Nevada 1st: Hindu mantras to open both Nevada Senate and Assembly daily for week

After Nevada became first U.S. state with a majority-female legislature, now it seems to be making another record of opening both legislative chambers for one entire week with Hindu mantras.

Both Nevada Senate and Assembly in capital Carson City are scheduled to start their day with ancient Hindu prayers for the entire week of April 22-26, containing verses from the world’s oldest existing scripture.

Three Carson City art students named 2019 Scholastic Art Award winners

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Museum of Art announced the 2019 Scholastic Art Award Winners, and on the list were a senior and junior from Carson High and one seventh-grader from Carson Middle School. Emily Richardson, 17-years-old, Sarah Woods, 17-years-old, Keira Serpa, 13-years-old, were all recognized as Gold Key winners.

Custody dispute lands Carson City man in jail for allegedly ramming vehicle with children inside

A 31-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday for felony suspicion of battery with a deadly weapon, gross misdemeanor child endangerment, and two misdemeanors, a sheriff’s deputy said.

Nevada governor signs advisory panel order for creation of a Cannabis Compliance Board

CARSON CITY — Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak signed Executive Order 2019-03 on Jan. 25, establishing an advisory panel tasked with defining the scope of a future Cannabis Compliance Board.

February Ideas on Tap to discuss Brain Drain in downtown Carson City

Event Date: 
February 6, 2019 - 6:00pm

What can we do to attract and retain the best and brightest to remain in Carson City?

That is the subject of the Wednesday, Feb. 6 discussion titled "Brain Drain" at the next "Ideas on Tap," a monthly series of interactive conversations held at the Union Eatery and Taphouse, 302 N. Carson Street in downtown Carson City.

Taking global warming seriously

The World Economic Forum is meeting this week in Davos, Switzerland, to discuss “Globalization 4.0,” an effort to “create a world of public-private partnerships that guide the free market to create economic growth, sustainability and social benefits, according to WEF’s founder and executive chairman, Klaus Schwab.” That quote comes from an information email from Climate Home News, a publication designed to inform readers about the urgency of responding to climate change warnings.

Leo Cardoza, who killed 19-year-old Desiree Bragg in 2013, sentenced to 10-25 years in prison

In January 2013, 19-year-old Desiree Bragg and her boyfriend were on their way home when Leo Cardoza followed them from the Carson City freeway to her mother’s front door.

What happened next is debated, but the end result cannot be argued: Desiree Bragg, as she attempted to exit her car and get into her mother’s house, was crushed against the garage door by Cardoza’s car, and killed.

Reno’s Rajan Zed to open both North Dakota Senate & House with Hindu prayers in February

Both North Dakota House of Representatives and Senate in Bismarck will open their February 21 and 22 sessions respectively with Hindu mantras, containing verses from world’s oldest existing scripture.

Reno based Hindu statesman Rajan Zed will deliver the invocation from ancient Sanskrit scriptures before the North Dakota Senate and House. After Sanskrit delivery, he then will read the English interpretation of the prayer. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and root language of Indo-European languages.

What's happening around Carson City for Monday, Dec. 17

Hello Carson City, do you see what we see? With fresh snow expected in the Sierra overnight and holiday lights around town lighting up the night sky, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Will it be a white one in Carson City? As of Monday, Dec. 17, 2018, we're eight days away, so anything is possible. Here's what is happening around the capital city:

Stewart Indian School documentary debuts Monday at Nevada Museum of Art

Event Date: 
December 17, 2018 - 5:00pm

CARSON CITY — The Stewart Indian School Preservation Alliance, in partnership with the Nevada Indian Commission, will be premiering a new documentary, “Stewart Indian School: Home of the Braves,” on Monday, Dec. 17 at the Nevada Museum of Art in Reno.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Dec. 5

Good day, Carson City. It is Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018. Snow overnight has left roads on the slippery side, so be careful out there during your morning commute. Today is also a national day of mourning to honor the late former President George H.W. Bush. Flags are half-staff in Nevada now to Dec. 30. Here's what's happening today:

Ideas On Tap returns to downtown Carson City Dec. 5

Event Date: 
December 5, 2018 - 6:00pm

As you know, we did not have a November Ideas on Tap. But I’m happy to announce we now have a new home: The Union Eatery Taphouse Coffee at 302 N. Carson Street.

The Stewart Indian School Preservation Alliance to premiere documentary 'Home of the Braves'

Event Date: 
December 17, 2018 - 5:00pm

The Stewart Indian School Preservation Alliance (SISPA) is proud to announce that tickets are now available to the Premiere Event of “Stewart Indian School: Home of the Braves,” Dec. 17 from 5-8 p.m.

Carson City teacher named to new state education advisory cabinet

An educator with the Carson City School District has been named to a newly formed education advisory cabinet by Nevada Superintendent of Public Instruction Steve Canavero, Ph.D.

Carson City's WNC astronomy group to talk 'Big Ears' at Owens Valley Radio Observatory

Event Date: 
November 17, 2018 - 6:30pm

Ever wanted to know more about “The Big Ears” of the Eastern Sierra? The Western Nevada Astronomical Society will host a free presentation Saturday on the Owens Valley Radio Observatory at Western Nevada College in Carson City.

Astronomy group to expound Owens Valley Radio Observatory Nov. 17

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sat Nov 17 2018 .
November 17, 2018 - 6:30pm

Learn more about “The Big Ears” of the Eastern Sierra when the Western Nevada Astronomical Society provides a free presentation on the Owens Valley Radio Observatory Saturday, Nov. 17 at Western Nevada College in Carson City.

CHS partners with History Channel in ‘Take a Vet to School’ Carson City event

Event Date: 
November 7, 2018 - 8:00am

CARSON CITY — In partnership with the History Channel and Charter, Spectrum Communications, Carson High School will host a ‘Take a Vet to School’ event in the school’s library, Wednesday in honor of Veteran’s Day.

Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Underage pair jailed for marijuana, alcohol

Two 18 year-olds from Carson City were arrested Saturday morning at 3:27 a.m. in the area of Panamint and Knoblock roads on misdemeanor charges of marijuana possession and alcohol consumption by minors, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.

Carson Creepy Short Horror Film awards presented Tuesday at Brewery Arts Center

Wired Wednesday Digital Arts Association held their annual Carson Creepy Short Horror Film competition screenings and awards on Tuesday, October 30th at the Brewery Arts Center.

Local filmmakers were challenged earlier this month to make short horror films in exactly one week.

Ideas On Tap to change Carson City venues for November, December

Ideas On Tap, a monthly conversation and public discussion about issues important to the community, is moving its November venue from Battle Born Social to Bella Fiore Wines in downtown Carson City, said event moderator and founder Mike Smith.

Carson High School teachers fly with Blue Angels

MINDEN, Nev. — Two Carson High School teachers, Billy McHenry, Math and Entrepreneurship, and Matt Morgan, AP U.S. History, were nominated by their peers as Blue Angels' Key Influencers: people who help to shape attitudes and opinions of youth in their community.

Sandoval touts economic development at event with Elon Musk, gives proclamation to Blockchains CEO

As Gov. Brian Sandoval enters his final months in office, he shared the stage one more time with Tesla CEO Elon Musk to highlight his record helping Nevada recover from the Great Recession Tuesday afternoon during a tech summit at the Tesla Gigafactory near Reno.

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