Industrial

Western Nevada College President Chester (Chet) Burton has announced that Friday, Aug. 18 will be his last day at WNC. Burton has accepted the position of Chief Financial Officer for the Nevada System of Higher Education.

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Ready to let the good times roll, rock around the clock, or twist again? The Silver Dollar Car Classic is throwing a party in the front parking lot of the Max Casino – plenty of hot rods, shiny chrome, and great music by Route 66 is in store. The 14th Annual Jazz and Beyond Music Festival opens tonight with a Garden Party at the historic Bliss Mansion across from the Governor’s Mansion. Bring a picnic and enjoy an art show, great live music and tours of the mansion.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of July 31 to Aug. 6, 2017: Road closures expected at the following locations due to road/utility work. Please follow detours.

LAS VEGAS, NV (July 24, 2017) – Registration is now available for the 2017 Nevada Economic Development Conference (NVEDC) scheduled for Sept. 11-13 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). The conference will feature exclusive tours and track sessions that include the state’s leading experts in the fields of agribusiness, economic development, energy, infrastructure/transportation, manufacturing, tourism/gaming and workforce development.

UPDATE 10:12AM: The Carson City Fire Department Battalion Chief reports the fire has been knocked down.
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Carson City Fire Department was called Monday morning to the 2000 block of Kansas Street, across from Industrial Park Drive, for a structure fire.

Whether you are looking for a night on the town with friends or something for the whole family, Carson City has got you covered. The Friday night concerts in the McFadden Plaza will get everyone movin' and groovin' - especially when a band like Mojo Green hits the stage. Kids will love the Dive-in Movie night at the Carson Aquatic Center. Moana will be playing on their big, new LED screen. The Trippin' King Snakes kick off the Summer Concert Series at Living the Good Life, followed by a DJ into the wee hours of the morning. Keep reading and prepare to have a great day.

Ron Culberson, speaker, humorist, and author of three books, "Do it Well. Make it Fun," at the next Western Industrial Nevada (WIN) breakfast held on ...

A Carson City man was arrested Saturday night for felony suspicion of trafficking and possession of methamphetamine, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Embracing the area's manufacturing community, the Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] announces its exhibition, "Industrial Art: Sports Edition", at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery from June 9 – September 28, 2017. CCAI will host a reception for the show on Friday, June 9, 5-7pm including a short introduction of the exhibition participants at 5:30pm. The Courthouse is located at 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The reception and the exhibition are free and the public is cordially invited. The gallery is open to the public Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm.

Starbucks operations in Nevada’s Carson Valley plans to grow substantially over the next year with the addition of 700,000 square feet to the distribution portion of the Starbucks Carson Valley Roasting Plant and Distribution Center in Minden, Nev. The expansion will bring nearly 100 new jobs to the location in the first year after completion, bringing the distribution workforce to nearly 350.

Congratulations on surviving yet another school year, it's officially summer. Celebrate with a family outing to Bower's Mansion and stick around for some live music by Acoustic Solution. Watch out for motorcycles, now that the Spring Rally has rumbled into town, the bikes will be out in full force. Tonight, head over to the Fandango to enjoy the Trey Stone Trio or grab a Hawaiian shirt and join in the Beach Party Karaoke fun at Carson Lanes.

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Recently, Ron spoke to the Good Government Group in Douglas County. Among other things, he said that automation creates more jobs than it destroys. One thoughtful chap challenged that claim.

Is it true? Are robots and other devices and methods ultimately going to leave everyone unemployed?

Even Microsoft founder Bill Gates thinks “technology will reduce demand for jobs, particularly at the lower end of the skill set.” So, he proposes taxing robots to make up for the public revenues lost through increased unemployment.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday that the Northern Nevada Development Authority and the Nye County Coalition will receive a total of $1.2 million in federal grant funds for brownfield site revitalization efforts.

Momentum MMA, LLC leased 3,010 square feet of industrial space at 920 Matley Lane, Suite 6, in Reno. Tony Fritsche of ArchCrest Commercial ...

WHERE: The Courthouse Gallery 885 E. Musser St., Carson City ... Industrial Art: Sports Edition, hosted by the Capital City Arts Initiative at The ...

Western Nevada College is graduating one of its largest classes ever, with 551 students graduating with 592 degrees and certificates during a commencement ceremony today, Monday, May 22 at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Carson City.

Two Reno-based companies, Frame Architecture and Sierra Contractors Source Plan Room, established Carson City sites in the Battle Born Business Center, a joint venture between Nevada Builders Alliance, RCM Realty Group, Handelin Law and NAI Alliance Carson City in April.

Steady rainfall set in Saturday afternoon, resulting in standing water in areas around Carson City.

Get your fill of sunshine today, we’ve got a wet wine walk weekend coming. The stars will be shining bright tonight, though, Western Nevada Musical Theater Company debuts its spring musical ‘Nice Work if You Can Get It’ complete with amazing choreography, melodies, and an exceptional cast. Cinco de Mayo parties all over town offer up food and drink specials, in addition to the fun times that can usually be found on a Friday night. Start the day with a cup of joe or a yummy blended drink at Dutch Brothers Coffee and you’ll be helping find a cure for ALS.

Traffic lane shifts and speed reductions will take place through early fall on U.S. 50 in Silver Springs as the Nevada Department of Transportation begins construction of a roundabout connecting the future USA Parkway extension to U.S. 50.

A 21-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday for felony suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Chef David Stern is literally counting the hours until his new restaurant opens its doors in downtown Carson City.

The quality of an organization’s workforce influences its ability to adapt to new and changing markets, as well as to grow and thrive. Without a skilled workforce to fill the jobs that make this possible, employers find it difficult to achieve their business objectives. Key to the economic prosperity of Nevada’s Sierra Region is workforce development that meets both present and future needs.

As the week rolls along, it’s easy to get excited about the weekend. Genoa’s Cowboy Festival takes over the tiny town with music, poetry, artisans, food, and fun and the Comstock hills will roar to life with motorbikes during the annual Virginia City Grand Prix. While you’re waiting, enjoy a jaunt with Muscle Powered along the Carson River or take an Easy Walk to the Pioneer Cemetery. Tonight, songstress Canyon White will take the stage at Living the Good Life.

TUESDAY:

Gilman pointed to surrounding cities of Fernley, Fallon, Yerington, Dayton, Carson City and more on a map of the TRI Center. "There are lots of ...

With all the emphasis on teaching robotics in the schools, one wonders what will become of those of us who are less than science or mathematically gifted.

Robots already permeate our lives at almost every turn and each day brings new revelations about how robots are taking over the once hum-drum jobs humans no longer wish to perform — or manufacturers no longer wish to pay humans the salaries and benefits it takes to manufacture a widget.

Tesla’s Gigafactory has a new neighbor from Silicon Valley. Google, Inc. has purchased more than 1,200 acres of land at the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center for nearly $29.1 million, according to documents filed with Storey County last Friday.

Northern Nevada Development Authority announced Tuesday the accreditation of Comstock Mining Inc.’s 98-acre property in Silver Springs, Nev., as the second Certified Site through the Nevada Certified Site Program.

April showers are bringing some unusual blooms to the Legislative lawn. Join Prevent Child Abuse Nevada and Advocates to End Domestic Violence in the annual planting of the pinwheels. We should have a break from the rain by then, but it’ll still be a windy day. Stick around downtown for a special tour of our historic Capitol with Muscle Powered. The storm won’t stop the fun to be found in the valley tonight. Read on to see all your nightlife options, including a free concert at the Sierra at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church and two performances by comedian Kevin Farley at the Nugget.