August 2013
Gov. Sandoval signs executive order to provide opportunities for disabled workers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 08/31/2013 - 11:42amNevada Gov. Brian Sandoval issued an executive order this week that directs all state agencies to make a concerted effort to include persons with disabilities in the preliminary and final group of candidates considered for employment.
The executive order is intended to allow people with disabilities greater opportunity to enter the workplace and to lead the way for businesses and other organizations to do the same, according to a news release from the governor's office.
Smoke forces cancellation of Monday's Interfaith potluck picnic and food drive
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 08/31/2013 - 11:16amThe Interfaith Community of Carson City has canceled its annual potluck picnic and food drive scheduled for Monday on the lawn of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. The cancelation is due to unhealthy smoke.
Dense smoke advisory through the weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 08/31/2013 - 10:54amEven with pockets of blue sky today due to a change in air flow, smoke from the Rim Fire near Yosemite will continue to impact Carson City, Carson Valley and Lyon County through the weekend.
Dense smoke advisories continue for much of the Carson City region and into the Sierra. Heavier smoke could return Sunday and Monday, however, due to a more southerly flow of air, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
The Lodge Assisted Living Community to sponsor SOLEmates Shoe Drive
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 5:52pmThe Lodge Assisted Living Community in Carson City will again sponsor the SOLEmates Shoe drive this fall to help provide athletic shoes to local students. The second annual event, which runs through September, benefits students enrolled in the Carson City School District’s McKinney-Vento/Children in Transition program.
The grant and donation funded program helps to provide shoes, clothing, hygiene products and school supplies to students who lack a fixed living situation. The program helped nearly 600 students last school year and is expected to help the same number or more this year.
Carson City DA: A rush to judgement is a real cause for concern
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 5:41pmThe August 29, 2013 "opinion" questioning the District Attorney's decision-making in a pending death penalty case reveals a lack of understanding of the criminal justice system.
Mama deer and doe enjoy a snack at Bliss Mansion
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 1:25pm
I just thought I would share this with you: For awhile now, I've been seeing this mama and baby deer all around town and they are so precious. I caught them having a snack in front of the Bliss Mansion today so I had to capture a photo of them.
Carson City restaurant and food inspection report
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 12:45pmInspections are made weekly by the Carson City Health and Human Services Environmental Health Division.
This report is for the week ending Aug. 30, 2013 and includes inspections of a nonprofit food kitchen, a bakery, restaurants, a bar and lounge and a cafe.
See the full report below.
AAUW Capital Branch kicking off 2013-14 program year with Brunch
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 11:27am
Event Date:
September 7, 2013 - 10:00am The Capital Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW) is kicking off the 2013-14 program year with a brunch providing an opportunity for members, prospective members and guests to learn about the exciting programs which will be highlighted over the next 9 months.
The Capital Branch of AAUW Nevada meets in Carson City, the state capital, and serves Carson City, and Douglas and Lyon counties.
Historic Virginia and Truckee Railroad adds two 'Toast of the Canyon' tours to season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 11:26am
Date night takes a trip back in time Saturdays on the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad “Toast of the Canyon” route. Wine and appetizers are served aboard the round trip historic steam engine excursion through the Carson River Canyon, Sept. 7 and Oct. 5.
Workplace and gun safety discussed on Women to Women Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 11:18amSecurity experts Deb and Jeff May of Carson City join Carol Paz this week on Women to Women Nevada. Their company, Apex Security Consulting, specializes in workplace crime and prevention.
