scholarships
Greater Nevada Credit Union marks 75th anniversary with $75,000 in scholarships, applications now open
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 02/16/2024 - 3:09pmGreater Nevada Credit Union has opened its annual scholarship program, which will award $2,000 scholarships to 37 qualifying individuals pursuing their undergraduate, technical or trade school education goals.
Canceled: Annual 4-H Fabric Sale happening this weekend at Fuji Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 02/02/2024 - 12:45pmUPDATE Feb. 3: Due to the oncoming storm, the fabric sale will be canceled for Sunday, Feb. 4.
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The Annual 4-H Fabric Sale will be held on February 3rd and 4th, 2024 at Fuji Park Exhibit Hall, 601 Old Clear Creek Rd in Carson City. Doors will be open on Saturday from 9 am to 4pm and Sunday from 9am to noon (weather depending.)
Kiwanis the topic at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/12/2023 - 12:17pmThe featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Bryan Bibee, representing Kiwanis International, a service club with chapters in more than 80 countries and geographic areas around the world. Affiliated clubs make up a total of 600,000 members, who raise in excess of $100 million each year and donate 18.5 million volunteer hours in support of important community projects.
Annual Carson High Holiday Craft Fair returns this November
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/28/2022 - 9:00amJoin us for another unique shopping experience while assisting Carson High School students. The 26th annual Carson High Holiday Craft Fair will be held Friday, Nov. 18th and Saturday, Nov. 19th at Carson High School, 1111 North Saliman Road, Carson City.
Three Carson High School seniors win Lions Club Scholarships
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 05/09/2021 - 6:03amThe Carson City Host Lions Club is pleased to announce that three students from Carson High School have won the Club’s scholarships. The students are Kobe Morgan, Jonathan Barrera-Martinez, and Michael Service. Each student will receive up to $2,000 to help with expenses at a community college, trade or technical school.
Record number of Bald Eagles spotted during 2021 annual Tahoe count
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 1:49pmINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — It’s a banner year for Bald Eagles in Lake Tahoe. The Tahoe Institute of Natural Science reports that a record number of 42 Bald Eagles were spotted during its annual survey. The previous high was 27 set in 2017.
Carson City Soroptimist highlights 'Women Helping Women' honoree Tiffany Kenison
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 12:40pmAs part of a series of profiles, Soroptimist International of Carson City is pleased to introduce Tiffany Kenison as one of our 2021 “Women Helping Women” honorees, who will be recognized at our Feb. 18 virtual recognition event.
Senator Square: Destination unknown is theme of Carson High School's 2021 Winterfest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 7:21amStudents from all four classes recently nominated Carson High School Winterfest candidates for 2021 Winterfest week, Feb. 1-5, where both a King and Queen will be crowned. The theme, Destination Unknown, was decided upon; since students are not allowed to experience the vacations they love, they are bringing their vacation destinations to CHS.
Nevada governor proposes $8.68 billion budget restoring cuts to Medicaid, other state programs
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 10:45amGov. Steve Sisolak is proposing a two-year budget that reverses cuts to Medicaid and other key K-12 programs made last summer, after financial projections left the state at what officials are calling an “inconsistent, if not positive, ending point” for tax revenue.
Annual Carson City Feast of Chocolate re-imagined due to COVID, scholarship donors sought
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 3:17pmDue to the COVID-19 virus and its impact on our community, the annual American Association of University Women Capital Branch Feast of Chocolate event, usually held in February at the Carson Plaza Event Center, must be reimagined this year. Our goal is to continue to provide scholarships for deserving young women in their pursuit of educational advancement.
Senator Square: Carson High School students become published authors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 9:12amAccording to Teen Health and Wellness, Rosen Publishing, “Sharing stories is a powerful way to connect with other people. By sharing your own story, you can connect with other teens who are dealing with similar experiences. Your words can provide hope and comfort, or empower them to face their own challenges.”
Annual 4-H Fabric Sale Canceled for 2021
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 3:40pmThe annual4-H Fabric Sale sponsored by the Carson City, Storey County 4-H Council has been canceled for this year due to the ongoing Covid 19 pandemic. The annual sale is traditionally held at Fuji Park Exhibition Hall in late January or early February.
Senator Square: Carson High School mourns loss of senior Jacqueline Milagros Acosta-Bruno
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/10/2021 - 8:23amJacqueline Milagros Acosta-Bruno was born Nov. 17, 2002 at Washoe Medical Center in Reno, Nev., to Claudia Bruno and Hector Acosta. She has four younger brothers and sisters, all attending Carson City Schools, as well as a sibling just 18-months-old.
Senator Square: Carson High School teacher publishes her latest short story
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/03/2021 - 2:18amAs CHS teachers and students return to school, from, hopefully, a relaxing winter break, would it not be great to know one of their teachers recently published a short story? CHS Language Arts Department teacher Brigette Pugh is excited to share her latest published piece of writing.
Carson City’s Year in Review: a look back on 2020 (pandemic free edition)
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 2:46amIt was an eventful year around the Carson City region notwithstanding the limitations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's some notable stories that were not pandemic related that happened in 2020.
Carson City’s FISH is housing, training underemployed individuals in technical careers the community desperately needs
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/18/2020 - 3:15pmCarson City is facing the same problems other growing communities throughout the nation are: a lack of affordable housing which in turn is causing a gap in the workforce for important careers that require technical training.
Three Carson City music students awarded Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/15/2020 - 9:29amJonah Toral, Nathan Parsons, and Bita Jazani were awarded the fifth annual Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships by the Carson City Symphony Association this month. The scholarship was established by John and Jennifer Webley of Santa Rosa, Calif., in memory Rosemary Nebesky, who loved music, loved children, and had been a friend and board member of the Carson City Symphony Association.
Senator Square: Angel Tree program takes off in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 12/12/2020 - 11:53pmEditor’s Note: Margarita Portillo-Hernandez is a school social worker and safe school professional at Eagle Valley Middle School in Carson City. The following is her report:
This year has been extremely challenging and with the impact of Covid; many of our families are struggling to ensure they can celebrate Christmas. However, generous community members have come together determined to help these families have a Christmas celebration not even Covid can stop.
Carson High School senior honored as Coca-Cola scholar semifinalist
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/08/2020 - 9:14amThe Carson City School District and Carson High School are pleased to announce CHS Senior Cristian Garcia Perez has been named a semifinalist for the 2021 class of the Coca-Cola Scholars Program, putting him in the running for one of the 150 college scholarships worth $20,000.
Senator Square: Helping to give Carson City students in need a merry Christmas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/06/2020 - 5:38amMany in Carson City do everything they can to help the less fortunate, and those opportunities never cease being opportunities. With this in mind, the holidays are here, the semester at Carson High School is almost over, Christmas vacation, also known as winter break, begins Dec. 19, and there is another opportunity to be generous for those who have plenty.
Senator Square: Carson High School's Fellowship of Christian Athletes selling Christmas trees
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/29/2020 - 8:18amPastor Tim Plummer, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Missionary Area Director, has once again brought Christmas trees to Carson City to support FCA. Christmas is fast approaching, and most agree it is the best time of the year. The holidays can be a difficult time for many, but it does not have to be this way.
Senator Square: Carson High School NJROTC cadets compete, serve and remember
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/22/2020 - 7:54amCarson High School's NJROTC Drill and Color Guard team competed in their first ever ‘virtual’ drill competition hosted by University of North Carolina ROTC program. The various teams’ performances were captured on video and sent to the University for judging.
Reno Teen Set to Soar as One of the Nation’s First Female Eagle Scouts
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/14/2020 - 9:48amSophie Schler of Reno made history on November 12, 2020 when she became one of the nation’s first female Eagle Scouts – a prestigious achievement attained by some of the country’s most noteworthy figures. Miss Sophie Schler is among hundreds of young women who will make up the Inaugural Class of female Eagle Scouts.
Five Carson High student athletes sign for Division 1 scholarships
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 12:21pmCarson High School is pleased to announce five student athletes will carry their academic and athletic talents on to the next level in various Division 1 Scholarship signing ceremonies.
Winners announced in Nevada Day chalk art contest
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 11:23amThe Carson City Host Lions Club is pleased to announce the winning entries in the Nevada Day Chalk Art Contest held on Oct. 31. The contest was open to all Carson City residents, households and businesses. Contestants created chalk art masterpieces on their own driveways or sidewalks based on the Nevada Day theme of “My Favorite Moment in Nevada.”
Two Carson High School seniors honored as Heisman Scholarship finalists
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/03/2020 - 9:37amThe Carson City School District and Carson High School are pleased to announce CHS Seniors Abby Golik and Kobe Morgan have been honored as School Winners in the 2020 Heisman High School Scholarship competition awarded by The Heisman Trophy Trust and Acceptance Insurance.
Balloon launch, beard and rock drilling contests, 'reverse parade' among Nevada Day 2020 events
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/14/2020 - 11:05amEach October, Nevadans turn their attention to the state capitol, Carson City, home of the “official” Nevada Day Parade. Since 1938, the Nevada Day Parade in Carson City has been an annual coming together to celebrate Nevada’s heritage and the founding of this great state on October 31, 1864.
Carson City's Nevada Day Chalk Art Contest to bring colorful celebrations of statehood
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/07/2020 - 11:21amThe Carson City Host Lions Club is sponsoring a fun Chalk Art Contest as part of the Nevada Day festivities on October 31st.
The contest is open to all Carson City residents, households, and businesses. Contestants will create chalk art masterpieces on their own driveways or sidewalks based on the Nevada Day theme of “My Favorite Moment in Nevada.”
Senator Square: Banned books recognized, Spirit Week begins at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 1:02amIt may be a bit quiet around the high school lately, but this will not stop the CHS Student Council from making their senior year one to remember. Leadership Adviser Ann Britt said, “I am pleased to announce the Corona Virus cannot take the fun out of everything, so we are hosting a Spirit Week, Sept. 25 through Oct. 2, at CHS.”
Senator Square: Times have changed at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/20/2020 - 7:37amRemember the old days when school would get cancelled for weather aberrations like snow? Aww, the excitement of that early morning phone call and the joyfulness of being able to go back to sleep with the anticipation of a full day ahead of hanging out in pajamas and watching Netflix or Amazon Prime.