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Nevada State Treasurer’s Office announces Open Enrollment for Prepaid College Tuition Program
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 11:32amNevada State Treasurer Zach Conine’s Office announced open enrollment for the Nevada Prepaid Tuition Program, which will end Friday, April 30. The Nevada Prepaid Tuition Program helps Nevada’s families affordably prepare their children for higher education by offering future in-state college tuition at today’s prices. The Program offers various payment plans to help meet the diverse needs of families across the silver state.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Name one good thing about 2020
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/29/2020 - 12:03pmMost of us might agree, 2020 was the annus horribilis of our lifetime. But just as the darkest cloud has a silver lining, 2020 has offered one thing about which we can all brag and be proud. I can't think of what that one thing might be just now, though it does occur to me that learning how to cut our own hair might be a thing to celebrate and be genuinely proud, unless of course you're a barber.
The Great Conjunction over Carson City skies
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/21/2020 - 8:16pmThis evening was "The Great Conjunction" of Jupiter and Saturn. They started out low in the sky but were very visible. Photos were taken off of Pine Lane in north Carson City with a Nikon Coolpix P-1000, which has a substantial zoom. As an added bonus I just had to zoom into the moon and capture it as well.
Carson City's The Greenhouse Project hosts ribbon cutting of new outdoor classroom at Carson High School
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/11/2020 - 3:22pmOn Friday, the Greenhouse Project held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new outdoor classroom which will be used to host both students from Carson High School as well as community classes on gardening and agriculture.
Homeless pets to eat well over holidays thanks to Carson City real estate agents delivering 436 pounds of pet food
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 5:08pmColdwell Banker Select real estate agents serving Northern Nevada delivered 435.8 pounds of pet food to Friends in Service Helping, or FISH, a Carson City-based social services organization and pet food provider site for Feeding Pets of the Homeless.
Standoff ends with Fernley man surrendering after being served warrant
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 10:49amA brief standoff with Lyon County Sheriff's Office ended early Tuesday morning in Fernley with the suspect surrendering.
Slink Fire in Mono County spreads in 'all directions' with 5 percent containment
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 4:48amThe Slink Fire, located in the Slinkard Valley two miles west of Coleville, Calif.,, burned actively throughout Sunday’s operational shift, growing to 4,762 acres with 5 percent containment. The fire continues to exhibit extreme fire behavior due to dry fuel conditions, winds and topography alignment.
Underage alcohol ID check shows 11 Carson City businesses pass, 7 fail in recent operation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/26/2020 - 2:44pmRecently there have been national complaints and reports of juveniles purchasing alcohol, using masks to conceal their identity. On August 25, 2020 the Carson City Sheriff's Office School Resource Officers, in conjunction with Partnership Carson City, conducted an alcohol compliance check.
Nevada's Secretary of State seeks regulation on newly allowed ‘ballot harvesting’ practice
Submitted by admin on Tue, 08/18/2020 - 12:08pmRepublican Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske is asking for an emergency regulation to keep closer tabs on who is “ballot harvesting” after a recently passed state law cleared the way for the practice.
Conservation partnership to enhance wildlife habitat, strengthen Nevada’s clean energy economy
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/15/2020 - 1:04pmThe Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is excited to announce that Ormat Technologies, Inc and Crawford Cattle LLC are partnering to protect vital sagebrush habitat in Humboldt County while simultaneously advancing development of clean energy infrastructure for Nevada.
Carson City's misdemeanor drug treatment court continues aim to recovery at 5-year mark
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/29/2020 - 5:54pmJudge Thomas R. Armstrong is proud to have fulfilled his promise to help young adults change their lives, stop the cycle of addiction, and make Carson City a safer place.
It was five years ago that the Misdemeanor Treatment Court began with the support and collaboration of Jason D. Woodbury, Carson City District Attorney, Karin L. Kreizenbeck, State of Nevada Public Defender, Ken Furlong, Carson City Sheriff, Chief Tad N. Fletcher, Department of Alternative Sentencing, and Community Counseling Center.
Nevada Department of Corrections COVID-19 positive rate is one of nation's lowest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/24/2020 - 11:29amSince launching a statewide testing initiative in May, the Nevada Department of Corrections has tested 10,329 offenders for COVID-19, or 83 percent of its total population of 12,368. Of those tested, only nine — or .08 percent of all offenders — have tested positive for the virus, one of the lowest rates in the nation.
California man charged with Dayton arson fires, railroad depot fire also appears intentional
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/17/2020 - 11:51pmOn Wednesday, June 17 at 3:25 p.m. Lyon County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to a structure fire near Main Street and US Highway 50 in Dayton.
WNC students continue to benefit from Campagni Auto Group’s generosity
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/03/2020 - 1:39pmConditions in Northern Nevada have changed dramatically over the past few months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But, one thing has remained consistent: Carson City Toyota and the Campagni Auto Group’s commitment to this community including students and higher education at Western Nevada College.
Greenhouse Project breaks ground on new outdoor community classroom at Carson High School
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 06/02/2020 - 2:10pmOn Tuesday, the Carson City Greenhouse Project broke ground on a new outdoor classroom at the Carson High School site, which will allow the Greenhouse Project's dream of continuing agriculture education to students year round in the Carson City community.
Free drive-in movies at Brewery Arts Center coming to Carson City beginning July
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 11:05amStarting July 8th, 2020 and every Wednesday night thereafter for the next 5 weeks Carson City will have free drive-in movies at the Brewery Arts Center parking lot!
Carson City's Greenhouse Project to unveil new community classroom at Carson High School for year-round education
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 05/07/2020 - 10:15amAn expansion is underway at Carson City’s own The Greenhouse Project, which will provide more learning opportunities to those who are inclined toward agricultural science.
Nevada auto dealers donate $100,000 to COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 11:53amIn an effort to help support the state’s healthcare workers and first responders, the Nevada Franchised Auto Dealers Association and its southern chapter, Southern Nevada Franchised New Car & Truck Dealer Association, have donated a combined $100,000 to the state’s COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund.
Carson City School District: Pass/Fail grading benefits students without negative consequences
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/20/2020 - 10:34amThe Carson City School District will transition all secondary students to a Pass/Fail grading system for the second semester of the 2019-2020 school year. The decision comes as principals, instructional leaders, district-level administrators and members of the teachers’ union have discussed the extension of school closures following spring break.
Concert Under the Stars cancelled due to COVID-19; Greenhouse Project to ramp up food grow effort
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/06/2020 - 7:47amTo our Community: The Greenhouse Project board in conjunction with John Procaccini and Chili Bop Productions, has concluded that in light of the current COVID-19 situation, this year’s Concert Under the Stars is cancelled. This event has taken place the last 11 years in order to grow a thriving agricultural education program on the campus of Carson High School.
Events around Carson City for Monday, March 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 8:27amHeading into the first of the work week, there's some uncertainty due to concerns over the coronavirus. Some activities will go on as scheduled while others may be canceled. We're advising you check with event organizers ahead of time before you plan on attending.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, March 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/10/2020 - 6:15pmHeading into the middle of the work work, activities around town include a yoga class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a midweek meditation series offered at Carson City Yoga, conversational Spanish classes at Partnership Carson City, Salsa dancing at Yaple's Ballroom, a presentation of "Valiant Women of The Vote" Mix and Mingle honoring the 19th Amendment at the Governor's Mansion, Ladies Night at Bella Vita Bistro, country and pop dancing at Carson Lanes, a safety workshop for women and much more. Read on for details.
Carson City Parks Foundation seeks nominations for Mills Park Wall of Honor Community Awards
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/04/2020 - 8:12amThe Foundation for Carson City Parks & Recreation, in conjunction with the Carson City Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department, periodically recognizes, through their “Community Awards” deserving individuals, organizations, and businesses for outstanding contributions made to further the combined missions of the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation and the Carson City Department of Parks, Recreation, and Open Space.
2020 Carson River Watershed Management Forum
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 02/07/2020 - 3:35pmThe Carson River Coalition in conjunction with the Carson Water Subconservancy District invites you to the 2020 Carson River Watershed Management Forum. This year’s forum will be a 2-day event at Marlette Hall, Cedar Building, Western Nevada College, Carson City.
• Tuesday, March 10, 2020: 9 am – 4:30 pm
Day 1 events will focus on water quality and watershed health from our science and land management partners.
• Wednesday, March 11, 2020, 9 am – 4:30 pm
Carson City Sheriff's SET: Two teens arrested for allegedly selling marijuana to middle school children
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/06/2020 - 6:23pmThe Carson City Special Enforcement Team, in conjunction with a Carson City School Resource Officer, made two arrests on Wednesday, Feb. 5 involving two 16-year-old juveniles.
Carson City hosts resource fair for homeless as part of annual 'Point-in-Time Count'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/30/2020 - 3:51pmEach year, a national “Point-in-Time Count” is conducted in any community that receives U.S Housing and Urban Development funds as a way to figure out how many people are suffering from homelessness in each community in order to better apply resources.
Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell delivers his last ‘State of the City’ address
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 1:16pmDuring the annual “State of the City” address Friday at Gold Dust West, Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell gave his last speech of its kind, as he is retiring at the end of this year.
The State of the City address is a way community members can be kept up to date on everything going on in our capital city, including achievements, challenges, and everything in between.
Updates included achievements such as the completion of the water pipeline from Douglas County to Carson City, the Complete Streets Project, Tesla’s grant for the Carson City School District, the first new park opening in 12 years, the opening of the Disc Golf course, and more.
Carson City's Adams Hub for Innovation to host Polish startups for second year
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/20/2020 - 5:22pmFor the second year in a row, Adams Hub for Innovation in Carson City is collaborating with Entrepreneurs Assembly, The Governor’s Office of Economic Development and the Warsaw School of Economics to bring 10 very exciting Polish tech startups to explore potential collaborations and the Nevada business climate for their respective wares. This is part of a program funded by the EU, the Polish Government, and the Warsaw School of Economics.
Republished book honors late Carson City businessman Bob McFadden’s passion for Silver State art
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/14/2020 - 4:22pmRENO — Nevada art enthusiasts, collectors, and researchers now have an enhanced primary source they can reference to help deepen their interests in and awareness of Nevada art and artists.
Sheriff's Office sergeant re-appointed to Carson City Juvenile Services Probation Committee
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/09/2020 - 3:39pmThe Carson City Juvenile Services Probation Committee re-appointed Sheriff's Office Sgt. Daniel Gonzales on Wednesday to the Carson City Juvenile Services Probation Committee.