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WebChat with Jonathan Denwood: E-commerce, part 1
Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/05/2010 - 4:36pmJonathan Denwood discusses the first steps a business needs to take to set up an E-commerce website:
Information Now Available To Nevadans About High Risk Health Insurance Pool Program
Submitted by on Thu, 07/01/2010 - 2:02pmCARSON CITY – The Nevada Division of Insurance is alerting Nevadans to a new federal website for information about the temporary high risk health insurance pool program created by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
The pool, which is to provide coverage to uninsured individuals with pre-existing conditions, is accepting applications beginning today.
Pottery Place at The Children's Museum
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/29/2010 - 7:58pmJoin in on the fun at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada beginning Saturday, July 3 and continuing Saturdays through summer with The Pottery Place. There will be pottery painting for children, parents and walk-ins. The museum will also host special events, birthday parties and group events, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada is located at 813 North Carson Street in Carson City. Call (775) 884-2226 or go to the website, www.cmnn.org.
Karson Kruzers' Run What Cha Brung
Submitted by admin on Sat, 06/26/2010 - 2:30pm
It's a beautiful day to be in Fuji Park looking at some beautiful cars. The Karson Kruzers 26th Annual Run What Cha Brung Car event is going on right now, so get on down there. There will also be parade down Carson Street tonight at 6:30, followed by a street dance in the Carson Nugget west parking lot. See their website for more information.
Lawmakers OK Funding For Official Portrait Of Outgoing Gov. Jim Gibbons
Submitted by on Thu, 06/24/2010 - 12:25pmCARSON CITY – A panel of lawmakers today approved a $20,000 appropriation to commission an official portrait of out-going Gov. Jim Gibbons.
The request by the Department of Cultural Affairs for the funding from the Interim Finance Committee’s contingency fund was approved without comment by lawmakers.
The request was submitted after Gibbons lost his re-election bid in the June primary to GOP challenger Brian Sandoval. Gibbons will leave office as the state’s 28th governor in early January. A new governor will be picked by voters in November.
Assembly Republican Caucus Launches New Media Contacts To Keep Voters Informed
Submitted by on Tue, 06/22/2010 - 3:18pmCARSON CITY – The Republican Assembly Caucus has launched a media suite to keep Nevadans engaged and informed about lawmaker activities as the general election campaign season gets under way.
Nevada School District Websites Earn Overall Grade Of "D" For Transparency, Two Largest Districts Fare Better
Submitted by on Tue, 06/22/2010 - 8:20amCARSON CITY – Nevada’s 17 school districts earned an overall “Dâ€� grade for information they provide to the public on their websites, according to an analysis by Sunshine Review, a pro-transparency group based in Washington, DC.
Nevada Domestic Violence Prevention Council Seeking New Members
Submitted by on Mon, 06/21/2010 - 5:49pmCARSON CITY – The Nevada Council for the Prevention of Domestic Violence is seeking new members. The application is brief and submissions will be accepted now through July 31.
New Michael Hohl auto dealerships open
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Sun, 06/20/2010 - 6:21pm
I was gone for part of last week, and I missed that the new Michael Hohl Honda and Subaru auto dealerships on South Carson opened up on Monday. Looks like the Nevada Appeal missed it as well, at least as far as their website is concerned. Hopefully the addition will add some new sales tax revenue to Carson City's coffers.
Secretary of State Reports No Citizen-Sponsored Questions On Ballot For First Time Since 1992
Submitted by on Thu, 06/17/2010 - 9:37amCARSON CITY – For the first time since 1992, Nevada voters will find no question on their November ballot that qualified as the result of a citizen’s initiative petition, the secretary of state’s office has reported.
The deadline for submitting the required number of signatures to county clerks passed Tuesday with no petitions presented in any county. Three petitions to amend the state Constitution were in circulation.
Muscle Powered Ride
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/17/2010 - 8:51amJoin us for a meander around the west side. Ride about 5 miles in about 45 minutes. Helmets and membership required (signup forms will be available). For further info, call 775-241-4793 or view the Muscle Powered website at http://www.musclepowered.org
International Chili Society hosts Carson City Chili Cookoffs July 3-4
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/11/2010 - 3:06pm
There will be back-to-back chili cookoffs in Carson City during Independence Day festivities at Glen Eagles Restaurant, July 3-4.
Primary Election Results UPDATE
Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/08/2010 - 7:00pmFor the latest go to the Carson City Elections Department and Secretary of State's Office
UPDATE: 9 PM:
Carson City Sheriff
Furlong, Kenny — 48%
Guimont, Bob —32 %
White, Bob — 18.4%
100 percent reporting
Total votes: 12,094
Ken Furlong: 5,875; 48.58 %
Bob Guimont: 3,977; 32.88%
Bob White: 2,242; 18.54%
It's Time to Get off The Bitch Train, Folks!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/04/2010 - 9:57pmYes folks, it’s time to get off the bitch train! What do I mean? We have gone though one of the worse economic periods since the Second World War. However, most of the shakers and movers of the business world would agree that it looks like that we might be seeing the first signs of an end this period. So in a funny twist, this might be the best time for you to start your business.
I got the term "It's Time to get off The Bitch Train" From Garry Vaynerchuk http://garyvaynerchuk.com or his slightly easier to pronounce his Internet name
"Garry Vee."
Campaign expense reports filed for local candidates
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/02/2010 - 10:40amThe Secretary of State's website is busy getting all the campaign contribution and expense reports up online. Below are some of the one they have down, as well as a couple of PDF files attached. The rest should be up online soon.
From Carson City to Lake Tahoe, hungry bears in search of holiday barbecues
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/28/2010 - 3:09pmIt's a holiday weekend with lots of folks heading to campgrounds throughout the region. And where there's campers, there's bound to be bears.
Carson City and Lake Tahoe have experienced an active spring, including one bear breaking into a Carson City garage. The bear was taken down.
History of planet
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/27/2010 - 3:50amThe idea of planets has evolved over its history, from the divine wandering stars of antiquity to the earthly objects of the scientific age. The concept has expanded to include worlds not only in the Solar System, but in hundreds of other extrasolar systems. The ambiguities inherent in defining planets have led to much scientific controversy.
Train Rides This Weekend
Submitted by on Wed, 05/26/2010 - 5:25pmCarson City, Carson Valley swings into the Divine 9 golf season
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/22/2010 - 11:08amCourse improvements, packages, online accessibility and savings are springing up around the Carson City and Carson Valley’s Divine 9 Golf Courses.
Spring and summer golf excursions for individuals and groups to Nevada’s capital city and the High Sierra are convenient, fun and affordable with the co-op power of nine Carson City/Carson Valley golf courses and nine lodging properties.
Department of Transportation Releases Information on Stimulus Projects
Submitted by on Wed, 05/19/2010 - 9:59amStimulus funds will have created or saved 5,600 construction jobs by the end of the year, according to a press release issued yesterday by the Nevada Department of Transportation
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the release says, has provided about $201 million in funding for road construction in Nevada, and 90 percent of the funds have already been contracted out to construction companies.
Proof Your Ads
Submitted by on Sun, 05/16/2010 - 1:00pmby Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/05/16/proof_your_ads Rule #3: Proof your ads.
WNMTC's Sound of Music
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/10/2010 - 6:15pmThe hills will come to life in Carson City this May as the Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company brings Rodgers and Hammerstein’s most beloved musical, 'The Sound of Music' to the Carson City Community Center.
WNMTC at it again! Great show with "Sound of Music" and a new flash mob!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/10/2010 - 5:53pmThe second publicity stunt WNMTC did was at Meadowood Mall. Great crowd response.
See it on You Tube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJFFY2OxkR0
Sound of Music can be seen this coming weekend at the Carson City Community Center at 7:30 pm Friday and Saturday May 14 & 15 and 2 pm Saturday and Sunday, May 15 & 16. A real crowd pleaser and wonderful for the whole family. Tickets available at 445-4249 or visit the website at:
http://www.wnmtc.com
Carson City railroad history celebrated with arrival of McKeen Motor Car V&T No. 22
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/09/2010 - 6:24pmCARSON CITY — It was 'all aboard' the historic McKeen Motor Car V&T No. 22 on Sunday for dozens of railroad enthusiasts as the Nevada State Railroad Museum celebrated a milestone 100th anniversary commemorating the iron horse's arrival to the Carson City railroad.
The celebration was at the platform of the historic Wabuska Depot. Numerous local, state and federal officials and noted railroad historians participated in the event, trading stories and history references, and taking turns riding the car.
The Bernhard family, donors of the car, were the honored guests.
Chorus of the Comstock Meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/08/2010 - 8:34pmEvent Date:
Repeats every week on December until Thu Dec 09 2010 .
We meet on Thursday nights 7:00-9:00pm at the Carson City Senior Citizen Center, 901 Beverly Drive, CC, NV 89706.
The Chorus of the Comstock , Carson City’s chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society ( FWD), is directed by Jim Crowley. Guests are welcome. Come join us on Thursdays for good fellowship and song. Available for performances. see website: www.chorusofthecomstock.com
New Sign at Carson Lanes
Submitted by on Fri, 05/07/2010 - 11:49amLt. Gov. Krolicki says Nevada Missed Out on Chance to Protect Tobacco Settlement Funds
Submitted by on Thu, 05/06/2010 - 4:46pmCARSON CITY – Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki says it is now clear the Nevada Legislature should have “securitized� the money the state was scheduled to receive as part of a settlement with the tobacco companies a decade ago to protect it from the current reality of lower than expected annual payments.
Number of Active Voters Down, Democrats Still Lead in Registrations
Submitted by on Tue, 05/04/2010 - 1:26pmCARSON CITY — According to data released by the Nevada Secretary of State yesterday, the number of total registered Democrats only rose by 58 in April, fewer than the number of new registered members of Nevada’s largest third party, the Independent American Party, which has 374 more registered voters. This is also well under the 710 new nonpartisan voters and 1,268 new Republican voters.
Local Errand Service - Time Saving Solutions, LLC - Helps Other Businesses & Families Succeed
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 05/02/2010 - 4:36pmWith the current state of the economy, businesses need to focus on being more efficient. Outsourcing is an extremely effective way to get things done without the added expense of hiring an employee, paying taxes, insurance, workers compensation, as well as the cost of computers, computer repairs, supplies, downtime, and the list goes on. Time Saving Solutions, LLC is a local small business that is designed to aide other businesses and their employees by running day to day tasks, making more time for business owners and key employees to use their time more effectively.
Applications sought for three Carson City Planning Commission seats
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/30/2010 - 1:58pmResidents of Carson City interested in serving between 12 to 16 hours a month on the Carson City Planning Commission are encouraged to apply for three open positions.
The Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from residents interested in serving on the Commission, which oversees all Carson City planning and zoning matters, land use and growth management. Meetings are the last Wednesday of every month at 5 p.m., at the Community Center in the Sierra Room.
