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Carson Valley teen named National Youth Advocate of the Year by tobacco-free group
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/26/2015 - 2:54pmThe Nevada Tobacco Prevention Coalition congratulates Spencer Flanders, 16, of Minden, Nev., on his recent award as National Youth Advocate of the Year by Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids. Flanders was honored in early May at the annual gala in Washington, D.C. alongside former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg and the 2015 winner of the Judy Wilkenfeld Award for International Tobacco Control Excellence.
John Mackay, William Sharon and the Fight for Comstock Bonanzas at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/23/2015 - 5:56pmJohn Mackay and William Sharon were the wealthiest of the men to emerge from Nevada’s fabulous Comstock Lode. They were also the most influential. Mackay, who rose from poverty, was the hero of Virginia City, respected by its miners and mine owners, idolized by its children.
Nevada needs-based scholarship program bill advances but lacks funding
Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/22/2015 - 2:38pmThe state Senate on Friday approved a bill that would authorize a needs-based scholarship program for Nevada students, but the measure lacks funding to support it....
Senator Square: Monday Night Live, Graduation Day, Safe Grad and Summer School
Submitted by editor on Sun, 05/17/2015 - 8:59amDo you enjoy Saturday Night Live? Then don't miss CHS's very own Monday Night Live! Glowsticks, hilarity, and dancing teachers at the Carson City Community Center on Monday, May 18 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $3 with student ID and $5 general admission.
Sunday, May 10: Things to do in Carson City on Mother's Day
Submitted by editor on Sun, 05/10/2015 - 5:17amDid you put your Mother’s Day shopping off to the last moment? Head over to the Carson Mall for their arts and craft show. It’s pretty hard to go wrong with a nice dinner or brunch for her special day. Take a ride on the McKeen Motor Car at the Nevada State Railroad Museum or the Ferris Wheel at RSVP’s Spring Fair and Carnival. And you can take Mom to a matinee of Western Nevada Musical Theatre's "Music Man" at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center.
SUNDAY: Mother’s Day
- Mother’s Day Rose Sale at the Greenhouse Garden Center (8am-6pm)
- Carson City BMX races and Mother’s Day Race at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex (Signups 9am-10am)
- Mother's Day Champagne Brunch at the Elks Club: 515 N. Nevada St. (9am-1pm; $12)
Carson High School business team seeks donations for national competition
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/09/2015 - 5:40pmA Carson City business organization donated $4,000— and is calling on the community to match it — to send Carson High School’s Future Business Leaders of America students to the national convention.
I Love Carson City's Mother's Day Weekend Event Summary: May 9-10
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 05/08/2015 - 5:55pmHappy Mother’s Day, Carson City! Several family friendly events are occurring around town this weekend. Take a ride on the McKeen Motor Car at the Nevada State Railroad Museum or the Ferris Wheel at RSVP’s Spring Fair and Carnival. A Harmonica and Strings Concert at Empire Elementary School showcases what some of our talented students can do. Get up early and head over to the Carson City Airport if your youngster has any interest in planes: Young Eagles flights are happening today if the weather permits.
SATURDAY:
- 23rd Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive (leave your donation of non-perishable food items at your mail box for mail carrier to pick up)
- Greenhouse Project Annual Spring Plant Sale and Live Music with Hick’ry Switch at the Carson High Greenhouse: 1111 Saliman, off Robinson –behind the buses (8am-1pm)
UNR to award most-ever degrees through three Spring Commencement ceremonies
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/07/2015 - 3:45pmThe University of Nevada, Reno’s 2015 Spring Commencement will confer 2,454 degrees and certificates. The commencement exercises will take place in three ceremonies Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16 and will be held on the University’s historic Quadrangle, located on the southern part of campus. Each ceremony focuses on particular colleges and, for the first time, grant both undergraduate and graduates degrees for each of those colleges.
Local Non-Profit to Award 38 Scholarships to Nevada High Schoolers May 8, 2015
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/04/2015 - 1:35pmRonald McDonald House Charities® Northern Nevada (the Reno Ronald McDonald House® or RMHC® Northern Nevada), a home-away-from-home for families living 30 miles outside of Reno that have a child receiving critical treatment at an area hospital, has selected the winning applicants for its RMHC® U.S. Scholarship Program and will recognize them at a ceremony at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa Friday, May 8, 2015. Of the 38 students, 64 percent are the first in their family to attend college and several have overcome challenges such as severe illness, family depression and financial hardships.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: May 2-3
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 05/01/2015 - 9:30pmHave you picked your pony yet? The Kentucky Derby is today, but that is far from the only thing running today. Chili on the Comstock is hosting their inaugural Fun with the Runs 5K Saturday at 10 a.m. The 1926 Edwards Motor Car is running, too, and ready for rides at the Nevada Railroad Museum. The wine walk is always a good time, and with Mother’s Day next weekend, it can’t hurt to peruse the shops before you run out of time to pick the perfect gift.
SATURDAY: Kentucky Derby Day:
New scholarships won't help the kids who need help
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/14/2015 - 10:49amGov. Sandoval went to Fourth Ward School yesterday to sign AB165, the bill that creates "Nevada Educational Choice Scholarships," his pet project that will divert public school funding to private schools. They are supposed to give low income families choices, but will they?
Carson Valley Pops Spring Scholarship Concert April 11 at CIVC Hall
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/02/2015 - 6:08pmThe Carson Valley Pops Orchestra will present an eclectic mix of music and announce the 2015 Scholarship winners at their Annual Spring Concert on April 11 at the 7pm at the Carson Valley CIVC Hall.
Led by Conductor Bill Zabelsky and Assistant Conductor Stephanie Reynolds, local musicians will delight you with their zesty line up of Bacchanal (from "Samson and Delilah"), Pavane for a Dead Princess by Ravel, Irish Tune from County Derry and American Patrol. Back by popular demand is Bugler's Holiday featuring the Pops' trumpet section
Sandoval’s scholarship bill heads to Senate floor
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/02/2015 - 5:43pmGov. Brian Sandoval’s plan to help low-income students attend private school by offering tax credits to businesses that donate to a scholarship fund sailed through a Senate committee Thursday on a party-line vote....
Thursday, April 2: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 04/02/2015 - 6:01amIt is now April. There is still hope for some late season storms, but the flowers blooming around town are ready for spring now. In this area, the weather seems to be whatever you aren't prepared for, so don’t put away those winter clothes just yet, and keep an eye on the weather report: a hard frost can undo the hard work you've put into your garden.
Sandoval’s scholarship bill clears Assembly, sent to Senate
Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/01/2015 - 12:54pmA scholarship program sought by Gov. Brian Sandoval that would help low-income students attend private schools, including religious schools, won approval in the Assembly on Wednesday and now heads to the Senate....
Senator Square: Mural contest winner paints 'Road to Success'
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/29/2015 - 10:52amThe Greater Nevada Credit Union branch at CHS recently sponsored a Mural Contest open to all Carson High Students. All entries were judged and the 1st place winner was Athena Favero, who received a $200 Amazon Gift Card. Second place and a $100 Amazon Gift Card went to Michael Rose. As part of the contest, Athena painted her winning design "A Senator’s Road To Success” on the hallway wall outside the GNCU branch at CHS. Students and staff are encouraged to come by and see her winning mural at Carson High School. Congratulations to our winners, and thanks to all the students who entered.
Bringing the World to Northern Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/22/2015 - 11:39amOn Tuesday, March 31, 2015, the Capital City Arts Initiative will present a talk by curator JoAnne Northrup. Her illustrated talk, Bringing the World to Northern Nevada is the next in CCAI’s Nevada Neighbors series. The talk will take place at 7pm at the BRIC, 108 E Proctor St, Carson City.
There will be an informal reception for Ms. Northrup preceding the event; the doors open at 6:15pm. The presentation and reception are free, and the public is cordially invited.
Classic Guitarist George Sakellariou concert April 2 to benefit WNC
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/13/2015 - 10:58amSharing his music has always been an objective for classic guitarist George Sakellariou. During a rare Northern Nevada appearance last year, Sakellariou presented a variety of new and old pieces, leading to an April 2 return engagement presented by Western Nevada College’s Wildcat Productions at the Brewery Arts Center.
Proceeds from the 7 p.m. concert will assist in creating a new scholarship for Wildcat Productions. Sakellariou, 70, has said that a key to entertaining for so long is to remain inspired.
Nevada senators propose need-based college scholarship
Submitted by admin on Mon, 03/09/2015 - 5:05pmNevada could soon have a need-based grant program in addition to the Millennium Scholarship to help its graduates pay for college ......
Assembly to consider private school scholarship program
Submitted by admin on Mon, 03/09/2015 - 5:02pmA scholarship program sought by Gov. Brian Sandoval that would help low-income students attend private schools, including religious schools, won approval on a party-line 8-6 vote in the Assembly Education Committee on Monday....
Cost-cutting forces WNC to end financial support of athletics program
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/24/2015 - 5:05pmAfter much deliberation and consideration of alternatives, Western Nevada College has made the decision to discontinue financial support for its men’s baseball and women’s softball programs, effective after the 2016 season. College officials said the decision was not taken lightly, and given the success of the programs, it is even tougher.
Sandoval’s school choice scholarship bill stirs emotions at hearing
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/18/2015 - 6:36pmA centerpiece of Gov. Brian Sandoval’s plan to give parents more choice in where their children attend school generated emotional testimony at an Assembly Education Committee hearing Wednesday....
Senator Square: CHS Leadership puts 'Love Thy Community' theme to work
Submitted by editor on Sun, 02/15/2015 - 6:34amHey Carson City, the Carson High Leadership class is organizing a clean-up day at Mills Park for Thursday, Feb. 26 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. This month, Carson High Leadership is focusing on Love Thy Community.
So every week, Carson High's Student Council will be encouraging their fellow students to clean up in several different ways: they will be making posters and flyers and putting them up around the school, it will be on the announcements, and every Thursday of Friday they will be passing out a reward when they see other students cleaning up.
Carson City soccer players look for help to attend international tournament
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/12/2015 - 11:42amGaby Avina, 12, is in her second season playing soccer in her neighborhood CPAC program.
“When I started I barely knew how to kick a ball,” she said. “I didn’t do anything right. But I felt a positive vibe. And now I feel like I’ve know everybody forever.”
Senate hears bill to boost Millennium Scholarship requirements
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/11/2015 - 2:47pmCommunity college students would have to carry more credit hours per semester to be eligible for Nevada’s Millennium Scholarship under two separate bills being floated in the Legislature....
Carson/Storey 4-H Awards Night
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/28/2015 - 7:38amThe Carson 4-H Leader’s Council sponsored a pizza dinner prior to the ceremony. The Leader’s Council supports all of our 4-H clubs and holds events to raise funds for our scholarship program. They meet once a month to plan activities and deal with requests from clubs and the community.
Outdoors with Don Q: Sad ending for a once great organization
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/15/2015 - 10:56amThe Ormsby Sportsmen's Association of Carson City has announced that it has disbanded and closed its doors after an existence of almost 70 years, beginning way back in August, 1945.
Donation Days and Fabulous 4-H Fabric and Rummage Sale
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/14/2015 - 2:53pmCarson City / Storey County 4-H Readying for Annual Fabric Sale
Carson City Area 4-H members are on the lookout for donations of fabric/sewing notions; clean, useable household items; sewing notions; crafting items; sewing machines, etc. Donations can be dropped off now through Jan. 31 at University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, 2621 Northgate Lane, Suite 15, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you have large items to donate, please call 887-2252 in advance.
Carson City, Storey County 4-H annual fabric sale this weekend
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/13/2015 - 4:42pmThe annual Carson City / Storey County 4-H Fabulous Fabric and Rummage Sale will be held Saturday and Sunday February 14 and 15, 2015 at Fuji Park Exhibition Hall in Carson City.
The sale is a project of the Carson City/Storey County Leaders Council. All sale proceeds benefit the council’s scholarship fund.
Ronald McDonald House receives furnace, thermostat donations
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/04/2014 - 3:52pmFour new heating, ventilating and air conditioning, furnaces and four programmable thermostats with sensors were installed at a reduced cost at Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada, a Reno non-profit that serves as a “home-away-from-home” for families with children in area hospitals.
Sierra Air, Inc., Carrier Corporation and Sigler Wholesale Distributors coordinated the procurement, transportation and installation of the energy-efficient components, providing approximately $23,209 of cost savings in equipment, material and labor.