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Events around Carson City for Friday, May 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/09/2019 - 10:03pmThe weekend is at our doorstep as we head into Friday, May 10, 2019. Even though forecasters say we may have showers this weekend, the cool spring rain won't dampen the fun. We have a bevy of activities lined up Friday including the opening of the Transcontinental Railroad exhibit at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, day 1 of the two-day Mother's Day Plant Sale hosted by The Greenhouse Project, RSVP's Spring Celebration and Carnival at Mills Park, a day hike, art showings, live music and more.
Carson City HOSA students compete in state competition, take home 6 chapter awards
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/27/2019 - 8:52amCARSON CITY — A total of 93 Career and Technical Education (CTE) and HOSA (Future Health Professionals) students competed in the Nevada State Leadership Conference held at the Rio in Las Vegas March 18-20.
There were a total of 74 students from Carson High School (CHS), 6 from Pioneer High School (PHS) and 13 from Carson Middle School (CMS). More than 1,000 students from across the state of Nevada competed in more than 40 medical competition events.
Donations solicited for local woman fighting stage 4 breast cancer
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 03/20/2019 - 2:30pmShelly Morales is a local woman who is currently fighting against Stage 4 breast cancer, and will be undergoing another round of chemo therapy.
Her daughter, Nikki Becker, has started a GoFundMe page to help alleviate the financial burden of Morales and her family.
'Mammovan' makes Carson City stop Monday at Nevada Legislature
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 03/04/2019 - 12:44pmNevada Health Center's Mammovan made a stop at the the Nevada Legislature in Carson City on Monday as a part of its Northern Nevada tour and to recognize Community Health Provider Day.
Rural Nevada foster care subject of Carson City Soroptimist Program Luncheon Feb. 27
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/16/2019 - 4:53pmCarson City Soroptimist will feature Lori Nichols as speaker during its Program Meeting on Wednesday, February 27, 12-1 p.m. at Glen Eagles Restaurant. This meeting is open to the public, with prior reservations required. There is no charge to attend, however, a plated lunch with choice of entrees, selected in advance, is available for $16.
To reserve a seat, and select an entree, email sicarsoncity@gmail.com or leave a message at 775-297-4890. Reservations deadline is Monday, February 25 before 5 p.m.
Carson Tahoe Breast Center recognized for outstanding oncology research contributions
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/28/2018 - 9:12amCarson Tahoe Health (CTH) and the Carson Tahoe Breast Center have recently been recognized by the National Cancer Institute for Outstanding Contributions in Oncology Research.
What's happening around Carson City for Tuesday, Dec. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/11/2018 - 12:35amGood day, Carson City. It is Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018. For those keeping score, there are 8 days until winter begins, 14 days until Christmas, and 19 days until 2019. Here is what's happening around Carson City today:
Carson City Firehouse Subs fundraiser Tuesday to benefit local breast cancer patient
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/10/2018 - 5:55pmPlease join us at Firehouse Subs in Carson City on Tuesday, Dec. 11 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. to raise money for the costs associated with a breast cancer diagnosis for Holly Lacy.
Senator Square: Carson High School Future Health Professionals compete before judges
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/21/2018 - 2:17amKelly Gustafson, a Carson High School Health Science teacher and HOSA adviser in the Career and Technical Education Department at CHS, provides this week's news regarding a health career competition. She reports the following:
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Oct. 20
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 10/19/2018 - 10:18pmNevada Day and the big parade are just one week away, but first is the annual Carson City Ghost Walk this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in downtown Carson City.
Carson Tahoe Health collaborates with CHS and DHS to recognize breast cancer awareness
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/17/2018 - 3:55amCARSON CITY — In support of breast cancer awareness this October, Carson Tahoe Health has donated pink athletic socks for Carson and Douglas High School’s football players to dawn for their big rivalry game Oct. 25.
Senator Square: Carson High School teacher raises money for breast cancer awareness
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/07/2018 - 2:38amOctober 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.
Carson Tahoe's Think Pink fundraiser generates thousands for Breast Cancer Awareness
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/02/2018 - 11:05amCarson Tahoe Health and Red's Old 395 Grill in Carson City partnered Monday to host their annual kick-off event, "Think Pink," a campaign for breast cancer awareness. More than $4,000 was raised last night, alone. The campaign runs throughout the month of October, in recognition of breast cancer awareness month, to encourage women to take charge of their health.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Oct. 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/01/2018 - 7:28amHello Carson City, today is Monday, Oct. 1, 2018. A nice cool down is ahead with a slight chance of showers tonight and into tomorrow. Among today's featured events are the Think Pink Breast Cancer Awareness campaign Kickoff at Red’s Old 395 Grill, art showings, a candidate luncheon and Monday night football. Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval has ordered flags to half-staff this Monday, Oct. 1 from sunrise to sunset as a mark of respect and in remembrance of the victims of #1October. #VegasStronger
Think Pink breast cancer awareness campaign to kick off in Carson City at Red's Old 395
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 10:04amCarson Tahoe Health will celebrate its 17th annual Think Pink kick-off for breast cancer awareness on Monday, Oct. 1. Red’s Old 395 Grill in Carson City will once again host the event.
Carson City Soroptimist to feature McKinney-Vento program coordinator at Sept. 26 meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/21/2018 - 5:51amCarson 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.
Think Pink: Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins with Oct. 1 kickoff at Red's Old 395
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/19/2018 - 8:20amThe annual kick-off to Breast Cancer Awareness Month returns with yummy appetizers, cold drinks, and plenty of pink. Red’s Old 395 Grill, 1055 S Carson St., will once again host the event from 5 to 7 p.m. in Carson City. The event is free to attend, and individuals wearing a Carson Tahoe Think Pink T-shirt (any year) will receive free appetizers courtesy of Red’s.
Carson City Soroptimist to present evening of community introduction Sept. 20
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/06/2018 - 6:29pmSoroptimist International of Carson City will host a special evening event to present information about club activities, as well as about projects to which it contributes nationally and globally. This gathering is not just for members, although members enjoy warm friendships and most will be there to enjoy themselves, but is also open to the public. A light supper and beverages will be provided. There is no charge to attend, however prior reservations are required.
Retired Carson High teacher, coach raising money to fight breast cancer
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 08/31/2018 - 8:59amTerry Hogan, a retired physical education and science teacher and coach at Carson High School, will be running in the Reno 10 Miler race Sept. 9 to raise money for breast cancer research.
Soroptimist to Feature Family Support Council of Douglas County on August 22
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/14/2018 - 2:07pmCarson City Soroptimist will feature Norma Ruelas from the Family Support Council of Douglas County at its Program Meeting, Wednesday, August 22, from noon to 1 p.m. at Glen Eagles. The meeting is open to the public, with prior reservation required.
Comedian Travis Nelson back at the Carson Comedy Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/20/2018 - 5:46pmComedian Travis Nelson will be headlining at the Carson Comedy Club located inside the Carson Nugget at 507 N Carson St Carson City on July 27-28, 2018. Show starts at 8 p.m. and doors open up at 7:15 p.m.
Carson City Soroptimist to Feature Allevia Living Home Health on July 25
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/16/2018 - 1:00pmCarson City Soroptimist will feature Stephen Neff, founder of locally-owned Allevia Living Home Health, during its Program Meeting on Wednesday, July 25, from noon until 1 pm, at Glen Eagles Restaurant.
Obituary: Celebration of Life service Saturday, June 30 for Linda Javitch Furbee
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/26/2018 - 4:15pmLinda Javitch Furbee was born on December 2, 1947 in Los Angeles, California to her parents, Pauline and Harry Javitch. She is survived by her husband, Stephen Nicholas, and about a million friends, and colleagues, including the many people she helped on their journeys in her various roles in the community. She died of issues related to metastatic breast cancer on June 21, at 3:07 a.m. the exact minute the Summer Solstice began.
Carson City Soroptimist to honor Girls of the Month, Award Girl of the Year scholarship
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 8:39pmCarson City Soroptimist will honor local high school Girls of the Month, culminating with presentation of the Girl of the Year Scholarship during its Program Meeting, Wednesday, May 23, from noon until 1 p.m. at Glen Eagles Restaurant.
Residents drop off unused drugs, needles for disposal
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 04/28/2018 - 4:24pmHurl Mahurin lost his wife, Linda, to breast cancer in 2014. She was diagnosed at stage 4 three years prior, and the cancer eventually ate away at bone and tissue in her back and leg.
Carson High School HOSA students shine in state competition
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/11/2018 - 9:21amCARSON CITY — More than 115 Carson High School Career and Technical Education, Health Occupations Students of America shined in the Nevada State Leadership Conference held at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, Nev. last month. More than 1,000 students from across the state of Nevada competed in more than 40 medical competition events.
Soroptimist to feature organizational health workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/22/2018 - 3:55pmWednesday, March 28 Program Meeting of Carson City Soroptimist will feature a short workshop on assessing the state of a non-profit organization.
Retired Carson City teacher talks Parkinson's, his wife's cancer and their mission to help others
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Mon, 03/12/2018 - 12:10pmFollowing a serious car accident in 2008 and two years later the discovery of a genetic predisposition for young onset Parkinson’s Disease, a career Carson High School teacher may have had to retire from the school district, but he has never stopped gaining and offering knowledge through his lifelong passion as an educator.
Soroptimist presents Human Trafficking Program and Art Exhibit
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 02/23/2018 - 5:03pmCarson City Soroptimist will wrap-up its month-long Human Trafficking and Living Violence Free Awareness Program with a panel discussion and art exhibit on Wednesday, Feb. 28, in the north room at Glen Eagles Restaurant.
Carson City Soroptimist Meeting to Feature Awards and Scholarship Recipients
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/17/2018 - 11:30pmCarson City Soroptimist will feature recipients of some of its annual Awards and Scholarships during its January Program Meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 24, from noon until 1 pm, at Glen Eagles.