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International film festival set for Feb. 5-7 in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/29/2015 - 4:19pmWhat began last year with a desire by five local women to bring international films to Carson City will this year be a multi-venue, free three-day event, Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 5-7. Last year’s event was a rousing success, paving the way for this year’s larger festival.
Carson High among Nevada schools picked to study outer solar system
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/27/2015 - 1:11pmWith the help of the Western Nevada Astronomical Society and the Jack C. Davis Observatory at Western Nevada College in Carson City, students and residents interested in astronomy can explore new worlds as part of a five-year citizen science astronomy research project to study the outer solar system.
Two planetary scientists, Marc Buie and John Keller, announced Tuesday the expansion of RECON — the Research and Education Collaborative Occultation Network — to 60 communities across the entire western United States.
Tuesday, Jan. 20: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 01/19/2015 - 7:46pmThe Tuesday after a day off can feel like a Monday, but it does make the week go by quickly. It’s back to school for those attending Western Nevada College, and maybe back to work for some of those who attend the Greater Nevada Credit Union’s Job Fair today.
Monday, Jan. 19: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 01/19/2015 - 6:20amToday we remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It’s a day off work and school for many, just another Monday for others. Although the weather is doing no favors for our water outlook, it is expected to be a beautiful week, so enjoy the sunshine while it’s here. Western Nevada College Baseball has a fundraiser tonight at the Gold Dust West Bowling Alley, and Wendy Robards Universal Dream Park Foundation is holding a meeting for all those interested in making the Dream Park a reality.
International film weekend takes root in Carson City; Independent films with local ties to screen free at WNC
Submitted by editor on Fri, 01/16/2015 - 7:27pmWhat began last year with a desire by five local women to bring international films to Carson City will this year be a multi-venue, free three-day event, Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 5-7. Last year’s event was a rousing success, paving the way for this year’s larger festival.
The Carson City Community Center and Western Nevada College will be venues for viewing three foreign feature-length films, three independently produced films, and several Brewery Arts Center contest-winning short films.
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.
Outgoing Carson City fire chief honored by Carson City supervisors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/15/2015 - 10:02amCarson City Fire Chief Stacey Giomi was honored this morning by the Carson City Board of Supervisors for 31 years of service. Giomi announced his retirement in December and this week it was announced that Battalion Chief Robert S. Schreihans will replace Giomi.
“You’ve been a part of this community so many years keeping us safe. I particularly remember when we had the Waterfall Fire. It could have been tremendously damaging, and it was, but it could have been worse," said Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell.
WNC baseball preview: Developing Youthful Roster Key to Wildcats' Baseball Season
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/14/2015 - 4:16pmIt will be a youthful Western Nevada College baseball team that takes the field this spring in Carson City at John L. Harvey Field. With a roster that is 70 percent freshmen, the Wildcats will enter the 2015 season without the experience that has fostered regular success in the past.
The two-time defending Region 18 champions open their season on Jan. 30 against last season’s nemesis, South Mountain College of Arizona, which ended the Wildcats’ season only a few wins shy of another trip to the Junior College World Series.
WNC offers new Spring driver education classes
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/14/2015 - 12:26pmNew Driver Education courses for teens age 15 and older will be offered by Western Nevada College throughout the spring. Each session includes four days of instruction, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $100.
Three classes will meet on the WNC Carson City Campus Saturdays, Feb. 21-March 14, Monday-Thursday, April 6-9 (Carson High School spring break) and Saturdays, April 18-May 9.
Weekend fun for Carson City: Dec. 27 and 28
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/26/2014 - 8:46pmThe weekend has arrived in Carson City, what to do, what to do? The holiday bustle is behind us and a winter chill is in the air. It’s relatively quiet this weekend, but there are always a few options for entertaining yourself.
Senator Square: Carson High staff and students lead by giving through the holidays
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/21/2014 - 9:44amThis is the season for giving. Our students and staff at CHS have big hearts. Many Carson High School clubs and teams adopted families from the Empire School District for the Christmas holiday. Thank you to HOSA, FBLA, Boys’ basketball, boy’s baseball, Key Club, Link Crew, and Leadership classes for providing gifts and essentials to these families.
WNC, Capital City Circles Initiative celebrate Recycled Rides project
Submitted by editor on Sat, 12/20/2014 - 1:26pmMembers of The Capital City Circles Initiative pose with Recycled Rides Award recipient Miriam Silis and her restored 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt after a celebration event in Western Nevada College’s E.L. Cord Automotive Technology Center on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014.
The restoration work was done by Western Nevada College automotive instructor Dennis Marshall, his students, and several other contributors. The charitable project was created through a partnership between the National Auto Body Council’s Recycled Rides program, the Capital City Circles Initiative and WNC.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: December 19-21
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/19/2014 - 3:21amHappy Friday, Carson City, the holidays are upon us in full force! Hanukkah has begun and Christmas is less than a week away. Time to get your last minute shopping finished and get those yummy smelling goodies in the oven. There are still some fun things happening around town, so grab the kids or a special someone and have yourself a holly, jolly time.
NxLevel Course for Small Business Returns to Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/18/2014 - 2:26pmA NxLevel for Entrepreneurs business planning course begins next month in Carson City and ends in April, officials announced Monday.
Michael Salogga, Carson City business development manager and the instructor, and Kathy Carrico, Nevada SBDC training director, made the announcement and said the program provides people who want to start or grow a business the tools to proceed. The SBDC designation from America’s SBDC Nevada office in Reno stands for Small Business Development Centers.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: December 12-14
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/12/2014 - 2:38am'Tis the Season, Carson City! Holiday cheer is in the wind, and we have plenty of wind right now. This weekend is jam-packed with food and toy drives, concerts, and Santa-sightings, so bundle up and have a fun time enjoying our great city.
Carson City Fire Chief Stacey Giomi to retire
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/05/2014 - 2:42pmCarson City Fire Chief Stacey Giomi announced that he'll retire in early February of 2015, said Carson City Manager Nick Marano. Giomi is only the fourth paid fire chief in the city's history. He was hired Nov. 23, 1983 and became chief in 2005. He has been with the fire department for 31 years.
Giomi has accepted a position with Nevada Health Centers as their Director of Facilities and Emergency Preparedness. Nevada Health Centers is a federally qualified health center in Nevada and the largest primary care provider for the underserved and/or geographically isolated in the State.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: December 5-7
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/05/2014 - 11:37amHello, Carson City! The holiday season is in full swing with tree lightings, craft fairs, Santa sightings all around the area. Every week, I create a list of the fun stuff and events going on around the Carson City area for my Facebook page, I love Carson City. I follow the pages of local businesses and organizations, search website calendars, keep my ear to the ground, and compile a list of anything and everything going on in this community.
WNC offers funding for dislocated worker training in machine tool, welding programs
Submitted by editor on Tue, 12/02/2014 - 4:40pmWestern Nevada College has grant funding available for individuals who have lost their jobs and seek enrollment in an accelerated Machine Tool Technology or Welding Technology program.
Up to 12 students can receive up to $2,250 for the semester to cover student tuition, fees, books, and supportive services, and do not require income verification. Funds are limited and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified participants who fulfill application requirements. Dislocated Worker programs for the spring semester begin on Tuesday, Jan. 20, at the Carson City campus.
WNC Scholarship Workshop for Student Vets on Dec. 11
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/24/2014 - 4:01pmWestern Nevada College has scheduled a free workshop on the Carson City campus to help veterans apply for college scholarships.
The two-hour workshop is being presented by the Veterans Resource Center on Thursday, Dec. 11, 1 p.m. It will assist veterans in applying for WNC scholarships through the WNC Foundation Scholarship program, as well as two $500 scholarships provided by the Vietnam Veterans of America.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: Nov. 21-23
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/21/2014 - 3:13pmHello Carson City! Time again for the weekend event update brought to you by I love Carson City. I Love Carson City is a Facebook page dedicated to all there is to get involved with and do in the Carson City area. Not everyone is on Facebook, or wants to be, but you do NOT need to sign up to see the information.
Building Your Resume & Interview Skills Night Tonight at WNC
Submitted by Chris Graham on Wed, 11/19/2014 - 2:26pmWNC has student internship opportunities available. In preparation for students that are seeking employment, Western Nevada College will be hosting The Art of Interviewing: A Integrative Workshop on Interviewing & Resume Building. Free pizza & soda will be served to all who attend. It will take place on the WNC Carson City Campus inside the Reynolds Building in Room 103 starting at 6:00pm and going until 8:00pm.
Resume Building
•Introduction: The purpose of a resume
•Resume formatting
Western Nevada College Specialty Crop Institute Presents Commercial Berry Production Workshop
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/18/2014 - 6:03pmWith increased consumer demand for locally grown food, berries are a lucrative yet challenging crop to grow in Nevada. Western Nevada College Specialty Crop Institute offers a Commercial Berry Production workshop on Saturday, Dec. 6, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., at the WNC Carson City Campus, 2201 West College Parkway, Carson City. Cost is $35 for those registering by November 30, $45 afterward. Lunch is included, and seating is limited.
Western Nevada College Right-Hander Signs with Sacramento State
Submitted by editor on Fri, 11/14/2014 - 12:59pmFor a student athlete who has routinely associated with winners during his amateur baseball career, it’s no surprise that Western Nevada College pitcher Max Karnos has decided to make Sacramento State his next destination after the 2015 season with WNC.
Karnos, a 6-foot-4 right-hander from Anchorage, Alaska, signed a letter of intent with the Hornets this week.
“I just felt like it was the right school,” Karnos said. “I really like the coaches, I like the team, and they have a good winning tradition.”
Leisure Hour Club Recognizes WNC Scholarship Recipients
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/14/2014 - 8:44amThe Carson City Leisure Hour Club continues the celebration of its 118th year on Wednesday, Nov. 19 with recognition of the five Leisure Hour Club scholars at Western Nevada College.
For the past several years, the Club funded merit scholarships for five graduates of Carson City and Dayton high schools. In the coming year, graduates from Douglas High School will also be eligible.
Women to Women with Dianne Hillard
Submitted by editor on Fri, 11/14/2014 - 6:42amThis week's guest on Women to Women is Dianne Hillard, director of admissions at Western Nevada College. Dianne is originally from California, but has resided in Carson City with her husband for nearly 30 years. She holds a B.A. in Psychology, and a M.A. in Counseling from the California State University in Chico.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: November 14-16
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/14/2014 - 3:51amHappy Friday, Carson City! I am once again pleased to bring you the event list that is featured on my Facebook page, I love Carson City. I follow the pages of local businesses and organizations, search website calendars, and compile a list of anything and everything going on in this community weekly. Some of it is family friendly, some is just for adults, but all of it is nearby.
Miss Representation Screening at WNC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/13/2014 - 12:58pmThe Capital Branch, American Association of University Women (AAUW) is partnering with Western Nevada College (WNC) to present a screening of Miss Representation, an award-winning documentary film showing how gender stereotyping in the media impacts both men and women. The screenings will be held at the Marlette Hall on the Carson City, WNC campus from 2-4 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 18 and from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20.
Leisure Hour Club Recognizes WNC Scholarship Recipients
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/12/2014 - 5:00pmThe Carson City Leisure Hour Club continues the celebration of its 118th year on Wednesday, Nov. 19 with recognition of the five Leisure Hour Club scholars at Western Nevada College. For the past several years, the Club funded merit scholarships for five graduates of Carson City and Dayton high schools. In the coming year, graduates from Douglas High School will also be eligible.
WNC students can participate in Carson City business Startup Initiative
Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/12/2014 - 4:27pmWestern Nevada College students are participating in a fall workshop series to foster their interest in launching a business.
Adams Hub for innovation of Carson City and Entrepreneurs Assembly, a Nevada nonprofit corporation, launched IdeaSpark! in October in a collaborative effort to bolster the entrepreneurial sector of the economy for Carson City and the surrounding area.
Nevada governor officially recognizes WNC war exhibit ‘Always Lost’ with Veterans Day proclamation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/11/2014 - 12:01pmThe proclamation notes 2014 is the “Year of the Veteran” in Nevada as it entered the Union during the Civil War and henceforth is called “Battle Born.”
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