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GOP Candidates for Governor Debate Taxes, Budget, Economy and Yucca
Submitted by on Sat, 04/24/2010 - 12:28pmRENO – The three Republican candidates vying to become the next governor of Nevada engaged in a spirited discussion Friday on issues ranging from taxes and public education to the future of Yucca Mountain.
Cow's 'plop' brings in the green for fundraiser
Submitted by admin on Sat, 04/24/2010 - 7:10amOrganizers of this week's fundraiser at Fremont Elementary School are hoping it turns into a cash cow. Participants paid $5 for tickets, hoping to turn their investment into the $400 cash prize if the cow "plopped" in their section. The second plop got $200.Nearly two hours after arriving at the school Friday, however, there still were no cow pies."She's been holding out," said parent organizer Erin Lehman, who hoped this year's fundraiser would bring in $5,000.
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Las Vegas Physician Addresses Lowden’s “Barter” for Health Care Suggestion, Says Patients Should Negotiate with Providers Prior to Services
Submitted by on Thu, 04/22/2010 - 2:31pmU.S. Senate candidate Sue Lowden, who has recently come under for her comments on negotiating with physicians for health care costs, today received some support from Dr.
Cash in on the celebration of coins this Saturday in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/19/2010 - 1:44pmTime to flip a coin and cash in on some Carson City history this week.
Today through Saturday is National Coin Week and the Nevada State Museum and Reno Coin Club will celebrate the occasion with events culminating on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the museum.
The 87th annual National Coin Week, will celebrate coin and currency collecting with the theme, “Beautiful Places: Landmarks and Mintmarks.” The Nevada State Museum and the Reno Coin Club, both members of the American Numismatic Association, have several events lined up for the day.
Ski Patrol races at Squaw Valley
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/09/2010 - 6:44pmApril 16 through April 18, 2010, Squaw Valley is hosting the first ever nation-wide Professional Ski Patrol Olympics. Competitions ranging from simulated bomb throws to a GS race down some of Squaw Valley’s most difficult terrain will take place by the Headwall chairlift on Saturday, April 17 and Sunday, April 18.
Spectators and patrollers alike can watch the head-to-head battles from theCornice II snow lounge featuring barbequed food and PBR for sale.
Patrollers from all over the country and Canada will be competing for glory and a $1,500 cash purse and prizes compliments of Helly Hansen.
Study Says Unfunded Liability of Nevada’s Public Employee Pension Plan Vastly Understated
Submitted by on Fri, 04/09/2010 - 12:21pmCARSON CITY – If the idea that a $9.1 billion long-term unfunded liability in Nevada’s public employee pension plan is cause for concern, then a recent analysis by the American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research should really get the attention of state policy makers.
Nevada Gets D+ for Failure to Protect Citizens from Asset Forfeiture Abuse
Submitted by on Fri, 04/02/2010 - 8:39amCARSON CITY – Nevada is one of 35 states getting a D grade or lower for failing to protect the public from aggressive asset forfeiture efforts by law enforcement, a process called “policing for profit,” according to a study released this week by the Washington, DC-based Institute for Justice.
State Treasurer Says General Fund Cash On Hand Is Up
Submitted by on Thu, 04/01/2010 - 4:51pmCARSON CITY – State Treasurer Kate Marshall said today she sees some evidence to suggest that Nevada’s economy has stabilized, although that stability remains “tenuous” and “fragile.”
Marshall, in an interview on the Nevada NewsMakers television program, cited a rebound in state general fund cash on hand as evidence of that stabilization.
City Hall helping some workers bail out!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/01/2010 - 11:57amTo further demonstrate the dire budget situation Carson City City Hall is in, City Supervisors Thursday agreed to set up a program to pay "less important" city workers to quit. Payments include money, on their behalf, to the Public Employees Retirement System to help departing workers with their retirement situation. If PERS isn't an issue, the city can pay them cash or some sort of deferred compensation, or a combination of all of the above.
The unstoppable evolution of health care reform
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Mon, 03/29/2010 - 7:32amThese days, I get a chuckle when I see people engaging in philosophical debates over health care reform, or "socialized medicine" as opponents call it.
I understand and respect the positions of those who think government should not be a part of the health care system, that the free market will fix everything. It's an interesting philosophical position, but it faces the brick wall of reality.
Homebrew Beer How To Class
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/26/2010 - 3:49pmJust Brew It is now offering Homebrewing Classes!
Homebrew Beer How To Class
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/26/2010 - 3:44pmJust Brew It is now offering Homebrewing Classes!
Democrats respond to Heller vote; says he took nearly $76K from insurance companies
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/22/2010 - 10:36amTracking Sunday's congressional health care vote, Carson Now quoted Congressman Dean Heller with a statement from his Web site.
Congress clears historic health care bill: Dean Heller votes no
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/21/2010 - 9:19pmCongressman Dean Heller, firmly standing with his party and the health insurance industry, rejected a Democratic-led plan to provide affordable health care for Northern Nevadans.
Jim Gibbons' tea party gambit
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Sat, 03/20/2010 - 9:37amIt seems like Gov. Jim Gibbons is officially jumping on the Tea Party bandwagon.
I've been wondering what was taking him so long.
Gibbons has been such a disaster that he might become the first sitting Nevada governor to lose a primary. His main challenger, Brian Sandoval, has raised five times more cash as Gibbons, and there are many who think this race has already been decided.
Salomon Backyard Bang Rail Jam at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/17/2010 - 10:34amA must read about Afghanistan: "The Lion's Grave" by Jon Lee Anderson
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/14/2010 - 2:12pmI know' we've just been told all about Afghanistan by Greg Mortenson in his local lecture, but if you want to get a feel for the gritty side of life in Afghanistan, check out "The Lion's Grave" by Jo
Committee discusses critical issues surrounding Nugget project
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Tue, 03/09/2010 - 1:11amMembers of the newly formed Carson Nugget Development Advisory Committee received an extensive briefing tonight on where the project is now, and what still needs to be worked out.
Nugget President Steve Neighbors and project consultant Mark Lewis were on hand to answer the committee's questions about the project before a capacity audience in the Sierra Room at the Carson City Community Center.
Lots going on at Sierra-at-Tahoe for next couple of snow months
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/03/2010 - 4:46pmGardnerville man arrested for luring child under 14
Submitted by on Thu, 02/25/2010 - 7:42pmBudget Puzzle Remains Incomplete as Legislature Starts Special Session
Submitted by on Wed, 02/24/2010 - 8:42amCARSON CITY – As the Nevada Legislature plodded through the first day of a special session called to erase a nearly $900 million
Democrats and Republicans square off on strategies to fix the state’s budget crisis
Submitted by on Wed, 02/24/2010 - 8:17amMost Democrats (“yes to new taxes”) and most Republicans (“no to new taxes”) are squaring off during the special session of the legislature. Senate Majority Leader Sen.
Gibbons Criticizes Sandoval on State Building Lease Back Proposal, Sandoval Says Gibbons Budget Plan Raises Taxes
Submitted by on Fri, 02/19/2010 - 5:53pmBy Sean Whaley | 3:38 pm February 19th, 2010
Gibbons Criticizes Sandoval on State Building Lease Back Proposal, Sandoval Says Gibbons Budget Plan Raises Taxes
Submitted by on Fri, 02/19/2010 - 3:38pmCARSON CITY – Gov.
“Crowbar Robber” in custody
Submitted by on Tue, 02/16/2010 - 4:14pmThe very active “Crowbar Robber” has been identified as Kenneth Dale Jones, a Carson City transient who used either crowbars or a large screwdriver to pry open cash registers at two gas stations last
“Crowbar Robber” strikes again in Carson City
Submitted by on Fri, 02/12/2010 - 10:12amThe “Crowbar Robber” has struck again in Carson City, robbing another gas station of money from the cash register.
Diamond Peak Presents the Burton Jiblet Series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/14/2010 - 9:39amThe Burton Jiblet Series is a jam style competition for Intermediate/Advanced skiers and snowboarders of all ages to showcase their most awesome trick on our feature.
Earthquake 'intuitive' says Northern Nevada, California not out of the loop for deadly earthquakes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2010 - 9:33pmThough Northern Nevada is not out of the woods for large earthquakes, there is a potential for seismically-charged shakers for the region, says Cal Orey, a Lake Tahoe earthquake intuitive, who predict
New Year's Eve at Carson Station
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/30/2009 - 10:30pmThursday, December 31, 8:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
New Year's Eve at Doppelgangers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/30/2009 - 10:28pmThursday, December 31, 8:00 p.m.