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Supreme Court interviews Oct. 17-18

Interviews for applicants to fill the Supreme Court vacancy are set for October 17-18 in the Supreme Court courtroom.The vacancy was created by the retirement of Nancy Saitta last month, leaving the c ...

Nine apply for Saitta’s Nevada Supreme Court seat

Nine lawyers have applied for the Nevada Supreme Court seat vacated by the retirement of Nancy Saitta, four of them current district judges.The list includes four candidates from western Nevada includ ...

Papa John’s celebrates grand opening in Carson City

Pizza was king Wednesday night as dozens attended the grand opening celebration of the new Papa John’s Pizza franchise located at 1425 E. William Street.

Celebration of a Fine Life and Two Great Careers

Event Date: 
August 31, 2016 - 3:45pm

This week we note a recent death and two retirements. As Mr. Lincoln said: It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this. As we mourn the passing of a man, we are reminded of the joy and goodness he brought us, and we also comfort his survivors. And in honoring the two retirees, we celebrate the values they exemplified and the inspiration and joy they provided.

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Rick Fineberg recently lost a long battle to esophageal cancer. He was admired and will be sorely missed by many.

Hacienda Market and Grill now open in Carson City

After a months-long remodel that began earlier this spring, the Hacienda Market and Grill opened its doors to customers on Aug. 25, owner Elsa Kinzie said.

US flag retirement bin receives Carson City Library dedication

The Carson City Library dedicated its first retirement bin Sunday as part of an 8-year-old student's state project. The bin is the first of three coming to Carson City, all of which are sponsored by Children of the American Revolution Fort Churchill Society and Daughters of the American Revolution Battle Born Chapter.

Friday, Aug. 12: Things to do in Carson City

Event Date: 
August 12, 2016 (All day)

I hope you like live music, Carson City, because tonight you’ve got plenty of it. No matter what your style, there is someone for you. Take the kids to the Nevada State State Train Museum for Lucky Diamond and the Gents of Jive or to the McFadden Plaza for an outdoor concert with Musicole. Leave the kids with a sitter if you’re going to head to Living the Good Life for some outdoor fun with CV-41 or inside the Westside Pour House with reggae group Whiskey Lung. A to Zen has a store-wide scavenger hunt to accompany their weekly open Mic.

Obituary: Drusilla J Service

SERVICE, Drusilla “Drucy” J, 86, of Chester, VA, went home to be with her Lord peacefully surrounded by family July 31st, 2016.

Born on March 14, 1930 in Bolckow, MO, Drusilla spent her life in California, Nevada and Virginia. A beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, she had an unwavering and steadfast devotion to her family and to the Lord. Drusilla’s belief in goodness, her sense of optimism, and her belief that everything would be all right was an inspiration to all who knew her.

Venerable old ‘Hawk’ prepares for retirement

STEAD, Nev. — Mirroring the path of many soldiers who began their careers in the 1980s, the Nevada Army Guard’s oldest Black Hawk helicopters is set to retire from the military and transiti ...

Business Spotlight: New mercantile spreads the joy of soap-making

Retirement was the green light for Dayton resident Michelle O'Brien to start working again.

Once she retired after 20 years of state service with the Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services, O'Brien decided she would finally have the time to devote to soap-making, a hobby that has grown into a creative endeavor.

Nevada's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources director Leo Drozdoff to retire

Nevada's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Director Leo Drozdoff will retire in September, Gov. Brian Sandoval announced Thursday.

I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: July 16-17

Event Date: 
July 16, 2016 (All day)
July 17, 2016 (All day)

Welcome to the weekend, Carson City. The Senior Follies have taken over the Community Center’s Bob Boldrick Theater. Kids won’t want to miss the Capitol City Triathlon: swim, bike, and run your way to the winner’s circle. Celebrate community at the second annual Sassabration and don't forget your bathing suit: the Carson Hot Springs will be free from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. Find a feline friend at the Nevada Humane Society’s free adoption weekend. Keep reading for everything our valley has to offer.

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Girl Scout Troop 1951 Flag Retirement Ceremony

Event Date: 
July 16, 2016 (All day)

Please join Girl Scout Troop 1951 at a Flag Retirement Ceremony to honor our American Flag. It will be held at the Fire Station on 777 Stewart Street, Carson City, NV beginning at 10:00am.

This event completes over 20 hours or work spent to earn their Bronze Award, the first of three major Girl Scout Awards. The ceremony will take about 30 minutes with refreshments following.

John Bullis column: Possible new tax law for individuals

The House of Representatives recently passed and sent to the Senate a proposal to change the income tax laws for individuals. Changes for businesses is a topic for a different article.

It would change to three tax brackets of Zero-12 percent; 25 percent and 33 percent instead of the current seven brackets and some special rules.

Carson City Fire Department responds after bus carrying elderly crashes into Ormsby House

UPDATE 12:50 PM: Two people were taken to Carson Tahoe Hospital with minor injuries after a retirement community bus crashed into the Ormsby House late Thursday morning.
Carson City Assistant Fire Chief Tom Tarulli said the two were taken to the hospital for evaluation. The bus was occupied by at least 12 people. The bus driver was not injured.
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A bus with up to 12 people crashed late Thursday morning into the Ormsby House at Fifth and Carson Street, injuring at least one person.

Amodei expects new push for Yucca

With the retirement of Sen. Harry Reid, Rep. Mark Amodei says he sees another push to open Yucca Mountain on the horizon.In an interview during last week’s congressional recess, he said Ill ...

Voters Didn’t Get Fooled Again – and They Won’t Next Time, Either

Nevada Republican voters spoke loudly last night. Again.

They spoke loudly in November 2014, voting down a proposed gross receipts tax (GRT) 4-to-1 and sweeping Republicans into control of Nevada’s executive and legislative branches for the first time in generations.

That was a mandate to hold the line on taxes, reform collective bargaining, stop the bleeding in the Public Employees Retirement System, improve schools through choice and other reforms, and especially to oppose the kind of tax 79 percent of voters rejected.

Others saw things differently.

Lyon County prepares reorganization of Community Development Department

Lyon County Manager Jeff Page announced Thursday that he will be presenting a contract for services with Farr West Engineering to take over the administration and management of the Community Development Department to the Board of Commissioners when it meets June 16.

Obituary: Karen Kerley of Minden, Nev., Oct. 23, 1948-May 28, 2016

Event Date: 
July 30, 2016 - 10:30am

Karen Kerley, 67, passed away on May 28, 2016 in Minden, Nevada with family and friends surrounded. Karen was born Oct. 23, 1948 in Huntington Beach, California to Roger Kerley and Lindalee (Plumleigh) Kerley. She graduated at Marine High School Class of 1966 and earned her Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy at UCLA College.

Carson High's Reynolds leaving a legacy of success, love

Memories.

They are what Penny Reynolds takes with her as she approaches her last day at Carson High School.

The 31-year veteran teacher is retiring from the Carson City School District at the end of this week, leaving behind a legacy of unprecedented success in the CHS Culinary Arts Department.

Column: IRA required minimum distributions

IRA and other retirement accounts are valuable. However, once age 70-1/2 is reached, there are required minimum distributions that are to be paid to avoid a penalty for not doing so.

Column: Helping parents with their finances

It is difficult to ask for help. Sometimes parents need to ask their children for assistance in handling financial matters. One of the most important things is for the parents to do is the power of attorney for financial matters.

Retirement party Sunday for CHS teacher

A retirement party for Carson High School teacher Penny Reynolds is planned for Sunday at 1 p.m. at Bowers Mansion in Washoe Valley.

The event is open to friends and family, Reynolds said.

WNC Foundation Welcomes Sherry Aseph

WNC Foundation is happy to announce the addition of Sherry Aseph as foundation accountant. Prior to joining WNC Foundation, Sherry briefly "considered retirement." However, Sherry loves to work and has a passion for helping others; she learned quickly that "Retirement was not for me!"

Carson City Insurance Agent Receives Customer Service Award

As a business leader and involved citizen in the Carson City area, Allstate Exclusive Agency Owner David Smith has been designated an Allstate Premier Agency for 2016.

The Allstate Premier Agency designation is bestowed upon 32 percent of Allstate’s nearly 10,000 agency owners across the country. This designation is presented to Allstate agency owner David Smith for his outstanding business performance and commitment to putting customers at the center of his agency’s work.

A report on the April 25 meeting on The Vintage At Kings Canyon

The project called The Vintage At Kings Canyon was presented by the managers in an open meeting at the Fritsch School on April 7th to a crowd estimated at 250-400 people.

On April 25 it was again the topic of another public meeting at the school. This time the meeting was called by the neighbors, and drew over 200 highly interested people, along with the mayor, two candidates for mayor, a supervisor, a candidate for supervisor, a reporter, a retired reporter, and other retired reporter also a candidate for supervisor.

John Bullis Column: Establishing Simplified Employee Pensions

Suppose you (or a someone you know) has business profits in 2015 but would like to save income taxes by doing a retirement plan contribution. However, they did not get around to setting up a standard Profit Sharing or Pension Plan before Dec. 31, 2015.

Obama's Third Term As President

Event Date: 
April 1, 2016 (All day)

Obama's third term as President

Historian, Author Dennis Cassinelli to discuss 'Dayton Petrified Forest' At Gold Hill Hotel

Dennis Cassinelli, a Nevada historian and author, will offer a presentation on “Petroglyphs” and “The Dayton Petrified Forest” that Mark Twain wrote about in his book, Roughing It at the Thursday Night Presentations at the historic Gold Hill Hotel on Thursday, April 7.

I Love Carson City’s Easter Weekend Event Summary: March 26-27

Event Date: 
March 26, 2016 (All day)
March 27, 2016 (All day)

Spring has sprung. Days getting longer, flowers blooming, and now Easter weekend is upon us. Egg hunts, brunches, and even a parade are all part of the fun. Take a look at this weekend’s event summary for family fun, live music, and much more.

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