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The Carson Comedy Club Presents Comedian Daniel Humbarger. Daniel is an attorney-turned-comedian, but if you ask him, hes a purveyor of humor and ideology. Daniels stand-up is inspired from real life experiences and observations, which he uses to create completely original material.

CARSON CITY, Nev. – After months of research, the Carson City Senior Center is rolling out its new visual identity which showcases the vitality, companionship and support Carson City seniors enjoy – and expect – at the Senior Center.

The Nevada Highway Patrol will be Joining Forces looking for drivers and other occupants in vehicles who are not wearing their seatbelts and, or children who are not properly secured in car or booster seats. Northern Nevada deputies and troopers will be stopping drivers for different traffic offenses and issuing citations for seatbelt violations now through Dec. 2, 2017.

Last week, a basketball game among rivals Douglas High and Carson High inspired more comradery than animosity as it raised money for the teens injured in the Nov. 9 rollover. Tonight, an alumni hoops battle takes place to raise more money; go cheer them on, we are all winners in this game. The weather should be wonderful for this afternoon’s downtown walk with Muscle Powered. The Friends of the Carson City Library bring author J.L. Pattison to Browsers Corner for their November meet and greet.

Republicans in congress have introduced their tax bills, and they and the president intend to pass some version of tax reform promptly. As they try to craft a package that will pass, let’s recall themain principles, goals and problems facing tax reform.

The key goal is always economic growth. Growing the economy at a sustainably fast clip means on average everyone is better off and each person or family has more opportunity to improve their lot. It also allows us to afford more of the public goods that government can supply, including caring for the needy.

While you’ll always find a jazz jam at Living the Good Life and karaoke at Caterpillar’s Hookah Lounge on Wednesdays, today offers some special choices. Choose Applebee’s for lunch or dinner and you’ll notice that your server looks suspiciously like a law enforcement officer. The Tip-a-Cop fundraiser benefits the athletes of the Special Olympics. Find some holiday treasures at the Carson City Senior Center. Unique Crafters Holiday Fair in their thrift shop showcases hand-crafted gifts by area seniors. Shoot for the stars at the Elks Hoop Shoot Contest at the Douglas County Community Center.

Life Choices is putting on our Fall FUNdraiser with Comedian John Crist at the Carson City Community Center on Dec. 3. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door.

John Crist does over 200 live shows a year and has been on BuzzFeed, Live at Gotham and Laughs on Fox. He is great. We will also have Channel 2 reporter Ky Sisson as our MC, running a minute-to-win-it style competition from the main stage as well.

Here is an updated parade list for all the entries in the Nevada Day Parade on Saturday. Note, there was a last-minute change in streets where the entries are supposed to line up that is different than the printed program. The change was made to accommodate some larger floats. Above is the line-up map, and the list is below:

CARSON CITY, Nev. – The Nevada Department of Transportation is seeking public input to help guide future Nevada transportation projects and plans through on-line feedback and upcoming community meeting workshops.

There's a new gun store in Carson City, and it's packing, loaded heavy with an enormous selection of firearms and ammunition.

The breadth and depth of choices for firearms enthusiasts are what make the business stand out, Store Manager David Powell said.

Next time you feel yourself starting to get upset, you might grab a pinwheel. That’s what the 5-year-olds in Lisa Yesitis’s class do. And if it works for them, it can work for anybody.

Achievements in preserving Lake Tahoe were celebrated Tuesday during the 21st Lake Tahoe Summit at Tallac Historic Site, but it was clear there is a lot more to do and the work will never be over.

You can convert your regular IRA to a ROTH IRA. The value converted is taxable income. If the value goes down after conversion, you can change your mind and cancel the conversion if you do it by Oct. 15th of the year following the conversion.

Our socialist healthcare system is predictably out of control with rising costs, lowered services and inevitable bankruptcy for our nation. To solve the artificially created shortages of affordable health care we need to repeal Obamacare (hopefully before it kills too many people) and then we need to restore market incentives to lower the cost of health care using the following ten steps:

I: Eliminate Taxes and deregulate American health care.

II: Increase grants and loans to create more health care doctors and workers.

More than a dozen state agencies throughout Nevada are taking advantage of a unique program allowing high school students with disabilities to obtain work experience by serving as interns.

Judge Frances Doherty of the Second Judicial District Court, together with a group of committed partners, will travel across Northern Nevada July 17-20 for a series of outreach events for supported decision-making as an alternative to guardianship for seniors and adults with disabilities.

Did you know that not too long ago people did not require medical insurance? Less than fifty years ago people paid cash or used credit for medical care which was true for most of the history of our nation. Indeed, medical care was once so accessible and affordable that most people did not need insurance to pay their medical bills. Then, medical Doctors and Insurance companies began to lobby government to 'regulate' (i.e. monopolize) health care to 'improve' it.

Today, we are celebrating the birth of our country and the freedoms we enjoy within it. Yet, today I feel pulled to ask you to go a little deeper.

Americans Declaration of Medical Freedoms

The Capital City Brewfest is returning to downtown this year after its inaugural success last year as a fundraiser for Carson City Rotary.

May is Wildfire Awareness Month.

After an extremely wet winter, you might think that there will be less risk of wildfire this year. Sadly, that is unlikely to be the case.

From the type of structure to season extension practices, growing in hoop houses is more complicated than field production. This workshop explores many of the variables to consider, including new technologies on the market. Learn about options for hoop house structures and season extension so that you can make the best choices for your farm. The workshop will include a producer panel discussion and tour of hoop houses at the University Main Station Farm.

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Ron’s high school freshman daughter Karyn is taking a 20th Century history and culture class that she enjoys, and she’s also decided she wants to be a film-maker. So, recently his family began a weekly movie series to chronicle the century, with an emphasis on how major events and developments affected people of each era.

CARSON CITY — Are you a supporter of the United States military, specifically the Sea Services? We need our Community to show that support! Come and learn more about the wide array of missions conducted by the Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines.

Hold on to your hat, the weekend is here. If it’s a cowboy hat, head over to Genoa for their annual Cowboy Festival. Plenty of free things to see, hear, and experience await. The annual Spring Earth Spirit Faire lets you celebrate Mother Earth with workshops, holistic practitioners, great vendors, and a raffle. It benefits the Heart to Heart School and Advocates to End Domestic Violence so it’s always worth checking out. You’ll have to keep reading for all of your choices, the spring thaw brings out the best this valley has to offer.

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Whether it's snowboarders, skiers, cyclists, runners or swimmers, Olympic and elite athletes utilize Lake Tahoe to push their training regimens to the limit with challenging and breathtaking terrain.

The Nevada Department of Wildlife wants to remind sportsmen who have not yet applied for this year’s big game draw that the deadline is fast approaching. All applications must be received by Monday, April 17 (11 p.m. for online applications and 5 p.m. for paper applications).

The support received from the community of Carson City is enough to make people from all over the country want to relocate. Former students know there are no special funds available for high school clubs to organize a prom or enjoy interscholastic competition.

Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval announced Monday his appointments to the Governor’s Committee on Energy Choice. Sandoval named Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison Chairman of the Committee and has brought together a broad range of energy experts, consumer advocates, and stakeholders.

A California man who pled guilty to DUI drugs causing the death of a Silver Springs man in a Dec. 14, 2016 fatal crash on US 95 in Lyon County has been sentenced to prison, Lyon County District Attorney Stephen B. Rye said Tuesday.