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From aviation to cybersecurity and EMT training, WNC spring semester course signups underway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 3:05pmDon’t miss the upcoming spring semester at Western Nevada College. The college has something for everyone, whether you’re looking for a class “just for fun” or looking to spark an interest to pursue something new.
Carson City Library hosts first Bionics Camp in February
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 1:31pmReimagining learning, the Carson City Library is bringing robotics technology and engineering to Carson City middle school students starting in February.
Carson City Library receives grant to bring bionics learning to middle school students in 2021
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 10:04amReimagining learning, the Carson City Library is bringing robotics technology and engineering to Carson City middle school students in 2021. Utilizing analog and digital learning, students will build components of a bionic fish, elephant, and chameleon over the 3-day Bionics Camps designed to encourage STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) related career exploration and development.
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.
Capital City Arts Initiative presents 'Ink, Paper, Print' exhibition at WNC gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/28/2020 - 11:43amThe Capital City Arts Initiative and Western Nevada College present "Ink, Paper, Print" an exhibition with work by 12 regional artists in the college’s Bristlecone Gallery, 2201 W College Parkway, Carson City.
WNC engineering students apply design skills to address problems related to COVID-19
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 4:03pmThis spring, the occurrence of COVID-19 presented students at Western Nevada College a unique and challenging context for their final project. The Engineering Design class applied problem-solving and engineering design skills to address a real-life scenario in managing the response to the virus.
Senator Square: Carson High School recognizes its support staff, says goodbye to retirees
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/31/2020 - 6:10amCarson High School is pleased to announce individuals who have excelled in their positions as Educational Support Professionals and have been recognized for their works of merit by their peers and coworkers. The ESP employees from CHS are those individuals who enable teachers to focus on the teaching of their students, and every teacher knows that without them, a school could not hope to function.
Carson City Clerk’s and Nevada Secretary of State’s offices issue joint statement regarding mail-in ballot mishap
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 05/05/2020 - 1:36pmIn light of COVID-19 health concerns, Nevada’s June 9, 2020 primary election will be by mail-in ballot. The Carson City Clerk-Recorder contracted with one of the largest specialty ballot printers in the country, K&H Election Services, to print, assemble and mail the mail-in ballot packages.
From books to 3D printing COVID-19 nasal swabs, today’s Carson City Library isn't your father's Oldsmobile
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/23/2020 - 11:41amIt took just one call from the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services and Carson City Department of Health and Human Services to Tod Colegrove, PhD, MSLIS, director of the Carson City Library, and the wheels were set in motion.
Nevada State Public Health Lab director talks rapid testing, lab preparedness and more
Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/14/2020 - 1:38pmWith the deployment of Point of Care Machines and an expansion of recent efforts to manufacture collection kits to use in testing for COVID-19, The Nevada Independent once again talked with the director of the Nevada State Public Health Lab, Dr. Mark Pandori, to learn where the state is with its various testing efforts.
How Carson City’s ‘essential’ local businesses are adapting to COVID-19 changes
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 03/26/2020 - 11:15amWhile many of Carson City’s local businesses were mandated to shut down to help the rapid spread of COVID-19, some businesses were deemed to be essential under Governor Sisolak’s order; however, even those essential businesses have changed the way they do business to try and alleviate stresses on the health care system.
PostNet of Carson City Open for Printing, Shipping, and More
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 10:55amDo you need to access printing or shipping services? Designated as an essential service provider, PostNet of Carson City, located at 3250 Retail Drive Suite #120, will remain open to serve customers during the COVID-19 outbreak.
PostNet of Carson City Open for Printing, Shipping, and More
Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 9:46amDo you need to access printing or shipping services? Designated as an essential service provider, PostNet of Carson City, located 3250 Retail Drive Suite #120, will remain open to serve customers during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Owned and operated by Lauren Chamberlain and Renee Barnett of Carson City, PostNet provides services including shipping and mail services (UPS, FedEx, UPS & DHL), package receiving, copies, full-service printing, faxing, notary, and much more.
New Art Gallery coming to the Old Bently Wool Building in Minden
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 11:19amPrism Photographics announces a major change to the current art gallery to become Carson Valley’s premier art gallery. The new Art Gallery@Prism, located inside the old Bently Wool Warehouse in Minden, will be featuring up to 30 regional artists from communities of Northern Nevada to the Sierra Nevada.
Senator Square: Carson High School senior to raise support for Nevada Humane Society
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 6:46amHello to everyone in Carson City. My name is Destiny Hernandez, and I am a senior at Carson High School. Just like all of the other seniors here at the school, I am working on my Senior Project, a graduation requirement, in order to benefit not only myself but also those animals in the community who need a home.
Carson City chapter of Nevada Raider Nation makes donation to Veterans Memorial Cemetery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/17/2020 - 11:50amMembers of Nevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter, presented a check recently for $1,000 to the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery. The money has been earmarked to upgrade the software, screen, and printing mechanism in the Gravesite Locator.
Happenings around the Carson City region for New Year's Eve, Dec. 31
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 9:09pmHeading into last day of 2019, we're looking at partly sunny skies with a high around 50 and low around 30. Activities around the capital city region are lined up through the day and evening. Enjoy and celebrate as we prepare to toast a welcome to 2020. Also do consider a designated driver, cab ride, Lyft or Uber to be on the safe side for your ride home if out celebrating. Happy New Year!
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Sept. 5
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 10:32pmMoving into Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, there's another chance for thunderstorms headed our way and then a bit of a cool down going into the weekend. Looking around the capital city Thursday there's a meeting of the Carson City Board of Supervisors, auditions for V&T Railway's Polar Express, art showings, a host of activities at the Carson City Library, a Muscle Powered morning hike and more.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: A July Fourth to Remember
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/01/2019 - 10:51amFor those of us old enough to remember King George, his wrath, and our grievances, well, bearing witness to the list of monarchies still in existence in the 21st century is enough to make a cow laugh. How can you not do anything udder than laugh out loud at a king, a queen, a duke or an earl when their countries trot them out for our admiration?
Woofs, Wine and Whiskers, a purr-fect evening
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 9:20pmCarson Animal Services Initiative would like to thank everyone who joined us on May 18 for our annual Woofs, Wine and Whiskers wine tasting event. Once again people came together to help animals in need, and we are grateful!
CASI continues to assist the community through our Critter Fixer low-cost spay/neuter voucher program for low-income applicants.
Wildflower walk, full moon hike and more at Washoe Lake State Park in June
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/22/2019 - 1:38pmNEW WASHOE CITY, Nev. — June events at Washoe Lake State Park include stargazing, a wildflower walk, birdwatching, a full moon hike and fish printing.
Easter Bunny Pictures featured Saturday and Sunday at The Carson Mall
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/12/2019 - 9:15pmWith Easter a week away, the Easter Bunny will make an appearance at the Carson Mall in Carson City this Saturday and Sunday, April 13-14 and again on April 20. Precious Moments will be joining the craft show, as it hosts the Easter Bunny who will have a special prize for each child.
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Senator Square: CHS Winterfest 2019 filled with fun and excitement
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/09/2019 - 7:52pm"Winterflix," a play on the popular Netflix streaming service, was the theme this year at the 2019 Winterfest week at CHS with dress-up days and night-time activities all week long. Some of the events included the Netflix show, "Stranger Things," a Twins Day, "Riverdale," "The Office," and even the ever popular once-a-month Dress for Success competition.
January presentations statewide teach radon safety, offer free radon test kits
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/27/2018 - 3:17pmCARSON CITY — January is National Radon Action Month, and University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Radon Education Program is offering free short-term radon test kits to Nevadans from Jan. 2 through Feb. 28. Radon test kits are available at Cooperative Extension offices and partnering locations, as well as at presentations, statewide.
Holiday Coloring Contest, sponsored by Big Blue Pediatric Dentistry
Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 5:34pmCarson City first responders team with Vitalant to host Thursday blood drive
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/31/2018 - 4:56pmThe Carson City community can save lives in support of local first responders during the Battle of the Badges inspired blood drives on Thursday, Nov. 1 at Carson City Fire Department or Carson City Sheriff’s Office.
Safe Halloween celebrated Sunday at Carson City's Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
Submitted by editor on Mon, 10/29/2018 - 10:46amThe Children's Museum of Northern Nevada in Carson City hosted its Safe Halloween Celebration on Sunday, October 28. There was trick or treating as well as spooky Halloween crafts for kids and their parents.
Happenings and events around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/23/2018 - 10:35pmGood day Carson City and welcome to an abbreviated work week thanks to Nevada's own celebration of statehood on Friday and Saturday's famed Nevada Day parade. Today is Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, and for those keeping score, we're 62 days away from Christmas.
Trick or Treat, Carson City! Here's where you can go for candy this year
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/17/2018 - 3:37pmIn Carson City, Trick or Treating this year will be held Wednesday, October 31. Looking for an alternative to the traditional door to door, or want additional trick or treat experiences this year? Here's a list of all trick or treat festivities being held this season.
Volt Workforce Solutions Hiring Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/15/2018 - 8:28amVolt Workforce Solutions is hosting a hiring event at the Carson City office of Nevada JobConnect on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 from 01:00pm – 03:00pm. Nevada JobConnect is located at 1929 N. Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701.