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Immigration 'Reforms'? Real Reform Is As Simple As 1-2-3-4
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/30/2013 - 3:04pmSynopsis
1. Secure the borders.
2. Quit politicizing immigration and illegal immigration.
3. Turn off the magnet to illegal immigration.
4. Put an end to “anchor babies.”
Introduction
As an immigrant and a naturalized U.S. citizen myself, with several generations of U.S. citizens in my extended family tree and none left in Europe, I am writing to express my most vehement protest against the proposed “reforms” in our immigration laws that are being announced at the present time, whether they come from the president or Congress.
Text of Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval's State of the State address
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/16/2013 - 7:24pmAs Prepared for Delivery Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013:
Madam Speaker, Mr. President, Distinguished Members of the Legislature, Honorable Justices of the Supreme Court, Constitutional Officers, Senator Heller, honored guests ...
Gov. Brian Sandoval Says Today’s Ruling On Arizona Immigration Law Shows Need For Federal Reform
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 06/25/2012 - 10:59amCARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval said today’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling in the Arizona immigration law case points out the need for Congress and the president to come together and reform the country’s immigration laws.
Gov. Sandoval Signs Order Allowing For Professional Licensure Reciprocity For Military Spouses
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 05/07/2012 - 4:27pmCARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval today announced he has signed an executive order providing reciprocity for military spouses seeking professional licensure in Nevada. The order is effective immediately.
Folk Music Night at Grandma Hatties Restaurant
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 02/03/2012 - 9:20amCarson City's own Slim and Minnie are your musical hosts for folk music night at Grandma Hatties Restaurant, 2811 S. Carson St. on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. It's an evening of familiar tunes and songs including many sing along songs. The show is family friendly with singing along and dancing encouraged. There's also room for wheel chairs, walkers and children in Grandma's big dining room.
Nevada’s Jobless Rate Drops To 12.6 Percent In December, But Smaller Workforce Partly Responsible
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 01/23/2012 - 12:20pmCARSON CITY – Nevada’s unemployment rate fell by four-tenths of a percentage point to 12.6 percent in December, the second consecutive monthly decline that saw the number of jobless drop to 166,300, a state agency reported today.
A year ago, the rate, which is adjusted for seasonal fluctuations in the labor market, hit a record high of 14.9 percent.
Column: We need more than just jobs to fix the economy
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Sun, 08/21/2011 - 7:19amJob, jobs, jobs. We are told that is what we need to fix our ailing economy.
With an unemployment rate above 9 percent, we do need more jobs. But there's a better chance of getting Sarah Palin to pose naked for a PETA anti-fur ad than there is of getting any kind of job-creating bill through a Congress held hostage by deficit-obsessed Tea Party Republicans.
From prison to border patrol
Submitted by admin on Sun, 08/14/2011 - 4:01amAbout a half-dozen of Nevada's wild horses are on their way to the Mexican and Canadian borders after being tamed by inmates at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center in Carson City.Wranglers f...
Borders bookstore closing: Customers saddened by announcement
Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/20/2011 - 4:01amBorders bookstore customers expressed shock and disappointment Tuesday that the 40-year-old book giant was closing its doors nationwide, and some blamed electronics."It's sadness," said David Be...
Carson City employee pens first book
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 07/15/2011 - 8:03amCarson City Support Services Specialist Elizabeth "Liz" Ann Patterson can now add author to her resume.
Outdoors with Don Q: Take a summer vacation at Nevada's only national park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/13/2011 - 2:24amHow would you like to take a mid-to-late summer vacation at an out-of-the-way location, right here in the State of Nevada?
If you are interested, did you know that our very own White Pine County is home to one of the nation's least visited and Nevada's only National Park — The 77,000 acre Great Basin National Park?
If you've never been there, here is a whole bunch of useful information:
Why would conservatives support Ryan budget bill?
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Mon, 06/27/2011 - 9:30amThe GOP budget bill that garnered nearly every Republican vote in Congress has been much discussed these past few weeks, as has the author of this bill, the party’s economic “genius” Rep. Paul Ryan.
The part of the bill that privatizes Medicare, dubbed “VoucherCare” by some, has taken up most of the discussion. But when I look at the other parts of the bill, I’m amazed that conservatives are lining up to support this nutty plan.
New Report Shows Nevada Among States Collecting Most Excise Tax Revenue
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 06/21/2011 - 4:16pmSome of the highest excise tax revenues among the states are collected in Nevada, a new report from the Mercatus Center shows.
Nevada is one of six states – along with Connecticut, New Hampshire, Minnesota, and West Virginia – that collect over $600 in excise revenues per capita.
Nevada Ranks 6th In Economic And Personal Freedoms In New Mercatus Study
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Fri, 06/10/2011 - 11:30amCARSON CITY – Nevada ranks 6th among the states in a new index generated by the Mercatus Center called “Freedom in the 50 States, An Index of Personal and Economic Freedom.”
Former Commanding General Of U.S. Central Command Says Al Qaeda Not Gone With Death Of Bin Laden
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Thu, 06/09/2011 - 6:19amRENO – The former commanding general of the U.S. Central Command told a group of Nevadans Wednesday that the death of Osama bin Laden does not mean the U.S. can become complacent and assume that Al Qaeda is no longer a threat.
Douglas County authorities seek public help in copper wire theft
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/12/2011 - 12:58pmThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office seeks the public’s help in identifying the person(s) responsible for stealing approximately 4,000 pounds of copper wire from the Buckskin Mine. The theft was discovered on May 5, according to a press statement.
The mine is located in the northeast section of Douglas County, where it borders Lyon County. Access to the mine is made from the Lyon County side of the Pine Nut Mountains, through Mason Valley.
Republican and Democrats Release Competing Political District Maps
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Thu, 04/28/2011 - 5:03pmBy Andrew Doughman
CARSON CITY – State Republicans and Democrats today released their proposals for new state legislative political districts.
The competing proposals for state Assembly and Senate districts both keep the Legislature at its current size of 63 legislators.
The Democratic proposal, however, includes Senate districts inside of which are nested two Assembly districts. Democrats said they introduced “nesting” in order to simplify and harmonize how Nevadans are represented at the state levels.
Carson City Board of Supervisors vote to move Nugget Project forward
Submitted by admin on Thu, 02/17/2011 - 10:51pmAfter a marathon meeting today, the Carson City Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to allow staff to begin negotiations on agreements to develop the City Center/Nugget Project.
But the project may face hurdles getting final approval, as two of those voting yes expressed concerns about the project.
Local author J. Stanton reads and signs 'The Gnoll Credo' at Borders in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/01/2010 - 2:04pmAuthor J. Stanton will be reading from his new novel "The Gnoll Credo" signing copies, and discussing everything from hyena biology to prehistoric hunting techniques at Borders in Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 4 from 3 to 6 p.m.
The Tahoe Mountain News calls it "Beautiful, violent, complex, barbaric...a brilliant commentary." Razorcake Magazine compares it to Daniel Quinn, other reviewers compare it to Jane Goodall and Jared Diamond, and we compare it to Avatar, Fight Club, and The Dice Man.
'In Search of Powder' book signing by author Jeremy Evans at Borders in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/23/2010 - 1:42pmA book signing by former Nevada Appeal and Tahoe Daily Tribune sports reporter Jeremy Evans will be on Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m. at Borders Books in Carson City. Evans is the author of the new book "In Search of Powder: A Story of America's Disappearing Ski Bum."
Heavenly aims for Nov. 19 opening after storms and combined snowmaking
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/09/2010 - 3:10pmLa Nina made its first appearance of the year at Lake Tahoe, blanketing Heavenly Mountain Resort with eight to 12 inches of new snow and more on the way.
Cold weather and scattered snow showers are predicted this week, providing ideal conditions for the West Coast’s largest snowmaking system to create the best snow surfaces at Lake Tahoe for Heavenly’s opening day, scheduled for Friday, Nov. 19, weather and conditions permitting.
Nevada Senate Candidates Reid, Angle Spar Over Economy, Jobs, Immigration In Only Debate
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/15/2010 - 1:33pmBy Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
A much-anticipated face-to-face debate between U.S. Sen. Harry Reid and his GOP opponent Sharron Angle on Thursday displayed stark contrasts between the two candidates but provoked little in the way of controversy.
Day Williams book signing
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/12/2010 - 3:49pmDay Williams, Carson City lawyer and candidate for Supervisor in Ward 3 will sign copies of his new book, We the People at Borders Bookstore. We the People is a book with hundrends of presidential quotations and many American milestone documents. Inspiring and thought-provokiing quotations are from George Washington to Barack Obama. and span 367 years of American history. The book is a fundamental compendium of American law and lore.
Local author starts his journey of change
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/16/2010 - 9:14amLocal author Lee Kennedy launches his Faith, Family and Freedom book tour live on The Bill Manders Show 780 KOH on Friday September 24th at 5pm and at Borders Books at 911 Topsy Lane in Carson City on Saturday, September 25th, 2010 from 11am-1pm. Lee will be speaking and signing copies of his newest book “Faith, Family & Freedom...A Journey of Change”. Authorhouse Publishing ISBN #9781438908151 June 2010
Power outage shuts off traffic lights on South Carson
Submitted by admin on Sun, 09/12/2010 - 5:52pmUpdate 6:30 — Traffic lights on South Carson from Koontz Lane to Old Clear Creek Road were out for a couple of hours this afternoon due to a power outage.
We have confirmed that power was restored to the area at about 6:15, and all traffic lights are working now.
Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Featured In New Book
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/24/2010 - 3:31pmHealthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey is featured in a new book that focuses on eight communities throughout the U.S. which have been especially creative in supporting the unique strengths and needs of each community’s youth.
Under Fire, State Senate Majority Leader Pulls Plug On ‘Pay To Play’
Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:03amCARSON CITY – Senate Minority Leader Bill Raggio, R-Reno, today criticized a fund-raising “pay to play� letter sent out recently by Majority Leader Steven Horsford, saying it borders on an ethics violation.
“I have always avoided that kind of a fundraiser,� he said. “I think it is inappropriate. The perception is that to have access to a leader or chairman you have to pay. I think that sends a terrible message.�
Todd Borg is back with No. 8 in 'Tahoe' thriller series; book signing on Saturday at Carson City Borders
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/06/2010 - 6:50pmTodd Borg is one fine writer. His series of “Tahoe” books have won over readers from all over the country, and that’s without the usual big-money promotion by a New York publisher.
Borg does it all himself, from his home in South Lake Tahoe, to book fairs and arts and crafts festivals all over the west. He prints his books, warehouses them and distributes them himself. And readers love the his books, and enjoy the antics of his Great Dane Spot and the quiet beauty of private eye Owen McKenna’s girl friend Street.
Two dead in Highway 50 crash near Carson City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/15/2010 - 8:51amTwo people are dead and two are injured after a fiery three-vehicle accident on Highway 50 this morning near the Carson City and Lyon County borders in Mound House.
Carson City health officials urge vaccinations following California whooping cough outbreak
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/14/2010 - 11:23amCarson City health officials are urging vaccinations after several reported cases of whopping cough in neighboring California.