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Senator Square: Carson High School graduates share and prepare seniors for college

Decided where to go to college yet? Filled out all the applications? Been accepted? Now what? As if that was not difficult enough, now comes the time to think about moving, what to take, what not to take, whether or not it is better to live in the dorms or get an apartment. And then there is the toughest question of all: refrigeration? College life is scary at first.

Senator Square: For some, Carson High School begins even earlier on Monday

Students of Carson City School District are back to school Monday, Jan. 7. Sleeping in will become a thing of the past, and the alarm clock snooze button will become the most used and abused item owned by those whose pituitary glands refuse to follow the built-in clock of the body.

Carson Rotary to host Mardi Gras celebration

Event Date: 
February 23, 2019 - 6:00pm

Tickets are on sale for the Carson Rotary Club’s Mardi Gras Celebration. The event takes place Saturday, Feb. 23 at 6 p.m. inside the Casino Fandango’s Grand Ballroom.

Looking back on Nevada’s conservation, preservation highlights in 2018; sneak peek into 2019

CARSON CITY — 2018 was an exciting year for the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. As we put 2018 in the rear-view mirror, we’d like to celebrate some of our more notable highlights from the past year, and share a glimpse into what’s in store for 2019.

Senator Square: Carson High's NJROTC 2018-19 CyberPatriot teams advance to state round

Editor’s Note: CHS Chief Dan Ingram is head of the Naval Science Department at Carson High School. Here is his report: Established by the Air Force Association in 2009, the CyberPatriot National Youth Cyber Education Program is designed to excite, educate, and motivate students toward careers in cybersecurity and other science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines critical to our nation’s future.

Senator Square: Carson City schools superintendent wishes everyone a Merry Christmas

Carson City School District has got to be one of the best places on earth to work, this coming from someone who has been here for 18 years. Some may call this hyperbole, but if someone actually took the time to do the research, he would find hyperbole is not the case as further evidence of this may be seen in the following letter written to all teachers within the school district by a friendly, kind, and professional Superintendent, Richard Stokes.

Local Carson City woman honored in CNN Heroes Award Ceremony, discusses future of ESL program

Florence Phillips of Carson City was honored as being one of the TOP 10 CNN Heroes in an award ceremony for her work providing free English as a Second Language in-home tutoring to the our community.

Now, she wants to continue to expand the program.

Rainbow girls partner with Carson Mall to provide Christmas gift wrapping

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December 16, 2018 - 10:00am
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Rainbow Girls Carson Assembly No. 7 is partnering with the Carson Mall once again to provide gift wrapping to holiday shoppers as its 40th annual fundraiser.

Three Carson City area students awarded Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships

Ashlyn Parnham, Diana Banuelos Ibarra, and Jasmine Wong-Fortunato were awarded the third annual Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships by the Carson City Symphony Association this month.

Senator Square: American Citizen Essay winners announced at Carson City School Board

Who would imagine attending a Carson City School District’s Board of Trustees meeting could be so darn fun as it was filled to standing house only with community members, parents, children, and smiling faces; everyone was having such a wonderful time listening to Trustees excitedly converse with one another.

Senator Square: Carson High senior fulfills graduation requirement through call to action

Though it would take some seriously intense research to prove the following, it is believed by many the Carson City community is the most supportive group of people in the country. Hyperbole, maybe, but Carson High School senior Nik Hylan, in fulfilling his graduation requirement, is asking the community to give a gift of blood and receive a free gift this holiday season.

Senator Square: Administrative secretary gives wings to Carson City children, families

It is that time of year again to organize the family adoption for the Angel Tree, organized by Denise DiMarzo at Eagle Valley Middle School. DiMarzo has been working with school counselors and school social workers to identify children and families in need and help as many as possible.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 14

Hello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018. Among the events and activities today include continued voting to bring the Levitt AMP concert back to Carson City this summer, a Silver and Blue Nevada rivalry blood drive, a volunteer meeting for Toys for Tots; a showing of "Casino Boss" that was filmed this summer at the Carson Nugget starring SNL Alum Jose Piscopo, a visit by Marilyn Monroe, Clark Gable and Montgomery Clift in Dayton, art showings and more.

Senator Square: Carson High School students are winners in national FFA competition

Winners of the 91st National FFA Nursery and Landscape Career Development Event held in Indianapolis were announced at the annual awards banquet, and students Connor Arnold, Alexsandra Knowlton, Maritza Filson, and Hayden Story took home some medals.

Senator Square: Author and Carson High School graduate Teri Case visits her alma mater

The Carson High School Library was packed with students Nov. 1 for a special occasion guest speaker, author and CHS graduate Teri Case. She gave students who attend College Connections some practical and realistic advice on writing applications for both local and national scholarships.

WNC President Solis ‘Teaches’ at the Leisure Hour Club Meeting

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Repeats every 2 days until Wed Nov 14 2018 .
November 14, 2018 - 6:00pm

On Wednesday, Nov. 14, Dr. Vincent Solis, President of Western Nevada College, will share WNC’s vision for the future at the monthly Leisure Hour Club meeting. In recognition of the Club’s funding of scholarships at WNC, Niki Gladys, WNC’s Executive Director of Development, will also join Solis at the meeting.

Senator Square: Carson High School teacher and military vet pays his debt in song

Though no one knows for sure who said “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life”, CHS teacher and Air Force veteran Tod Jennings, in his respectfully fun and playful manner, challenged CHS teacher and Navy veteran Daniel Ingram to a bet.

Award-winning Author Teri Case to share experience with Carson High School students

Event Date: 
November 1, 2018 - 1:15pm

Carson High School students are in for a special treat. The students who attend the College Connections session on Nov. 1 with honored author Teri Case will receive some practical and realistic advice on their applications for both local and national scholarships.

2018 Nevada Day celebration events lineup

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October 26, 2018 (All day)
October 27, 2018 (All day)
October 28, 2018 (All day)

Nevada's celebration of statehood provides for a bevy of activities that showcase the Silver State's best. From contests to exhibits, food and beverages of all kinds, Native dancing, hot air balloons, concerts, a carnival celebration at Mills Park and the famed Nevada Day parade, there is something for everyone throughout the long weekend.

Nevada students improve Advanced Placement exam proficiency

CARSON CITY — More Nevada students who took the Advanced Placement Exam in 2018 showed they are college ready.
“Research shows that students who pass the AP Exam with a 3 or higher not only demonstrate that they are ready for freshman college classes, but that they are also more likely to graduate college in four years,” said Steve Canavero, Ph.D., Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Spend a scary Halloween night in the ‘Asylum’ at WNC

Event Date: 
October 31, 2018 - 6:00pm

Do you dare enter the Haunted House at Carson City's Western Nevada College? Who will turn back? Only the steely nerved will make it through.

Quick Space Donates Scholarships to Western Nevada College Foundation

CARSON CITY — Quick Space recently donated two scholarships to Western Nevada College Foundation and sponsored the annual Scholarship Appreciation and Recognition Celebration.

Senator Square: Carson High School offers a Home Sweet Homecoming

Homecoming Week is a fun-filled time at CHS with a frenzy of activities and celebrations to honor the high school and its students.

What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Oct. 13

The thunderous roar of jet engines will rumble across the skies above Carson City and the Carson Valley this weekend as the famed U.S. Navy Blue Angels flight team headlines the 2018 Aviation Roundup at the Minden-Tahoe Airport.

Emblem Club bowling for charity event this Saturday at Gold Dust West

Event Date: 
October 13, 2018 - 2:00pm

Calling all bowling enthusiasts: This Saturday, Oct. 13, 2 p.m. at Gold Dust West Bowling Center in Carson City.
There will be Raffle prizes, cash prizes for high scores team and individuals. Open to any age, families, friends.

Applications at Gold Dust West Bowling Center due by Oct. 11.

Proceeds will benefit our Carson City Charities, Nursing Scholarships, WNC scholarships, Hearing Dog programs & Camp Sign Shine. Carson City Sheriff's Office D.A.R.E. Programs

Senator Square: Carson High School teacher raises money for breast cancer awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and this time every year touches the heart of one of the teachers at CHS: Art teacher Mike Malley, whose mother is a breast cancer survivor, due to early detection, has decided to take breast cancer awareness to a new level by putting on a fundraising event Oct. 18 at the Trimmer Barn from 5 to 8 p.m.

Senator Square: Carson High School welcomes new National Honor Society members

National Honor Society President Eleanor Sturm made her opening remarks at the annual NHS induction ceremony Sept. 17 in the CHS Big Gym. Guest Speaker, Greater Nevada Credit Union Vice President Jenny Casselman then addressed the new NHS members and discussed what it means to be a part of such a fantastic organization and the responsibilities of being an NHS member.

Senator Square: Carson High School student directs cheer camp for Senior Project

For my 2019 Senior Project, a Carson High School graduation requirement, I chose to be the coordinator and director of the annual junior cheer camp because I want to increase my knowledge and understanding on how to put on a special event; I also desire to improve my personal leadership, communication, and delegation skills.

WNC Veterans Resource Center barbecues for inmate scholarships

One of veterans’ core values is “veterans helping veterans.”

For Western Nevada College’s Veterans Resource Center that also means not forgetting about veterans who are incarcerated.

Carson City Soroptimist to feature McKinney-Vento program coordinator at Sept. 26 meeting

Event Date: 
September 26, 2018 - 12:00pm

Carson City Soroptimist will feature a presentation by Peggy Sweetland of the Carson City School District during its Program Meeting, Wednesday, Sept. 26, from noon until 1 p.m. at Glen Eagles Restaurant.

The meeting is open to the public, with prior reservation required. There is no cost to attend, however a plated lunch with choice of entrees is available for $16. Email sicarsoncity@gmail.com or call 775-297-4890, by Monday, Sept. 24, to reserve a seat.

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