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Sierra Nevada Realtors: Purchasing a home may be easier than you think
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 7:22amWhen purchasing a home, the process and financial requirements can seem daunting. There are many resources specific to our local area that are in place to ensure buyers have success and confidence in their purchase.
Kyle Rush, senior loan officer at Guild Mortgage in Carson City, says the first, most critical step of preparing for home ownership is education, most often by meeting with a knowledgeable loan officer.
The Indy Explains: What ‘essential’ businesses can still operate in Nevada after coronavirus shutdown?
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/21/2020 - 1:01pmGov. Steve Sisolak has ordered — not asked — all nonessential businesses in the state to shut down and cease operations at midnight Friday as part of a monthlong closure to avoid further spread of the novel coronavirus.
But what exactly is an “essential” or “nonessential” business?
Local Carson City companies offered cash, gift bags and pet food at Brewery Arts Center to help struggling locals Friday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 2:53pmCarson City’s local businesses the Change Companies and Benson's Feed teamed up Friday afternoon at the Brewery Arts Center to offer a drive-thru for residents where they served up bags of non-perishables, dog and cat food, and $100 bills.
Nevada Health Response Center revises essential, non-essential business and services list
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 2:57pmOn Wednesday, the Nevada Health Response Center (NHRC) released the COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Initiative listing of essential services and sectors and non-essential services and sectors. The release includes social distancing measure.
Sisolak-ordered 'non-essential' business shutdown draws questions, confusion from local governments, industry
Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 1:26pmGov. Steve Sisolak’s request Tuesday night for all non-essential businesses in the state, including casinos, to close their doors for 30 days in order to avoid further spread of the novel coronavirus has been met with some confusion over what is and isn’t an “essential” business.
Carson City animal shelter needs volunteer foster help, slashes adoption fees
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 8:45amThe Nevada Humane Society's shelters in Carson City and Reno are currently open and fully operational. Our primary goal right now is to reduce the number of animals housed at our shelters in an effort to avoid overcrowding should we need to restrict our services or close altogether.
CASI's March 26 Understanding Your Pet's Behavior presentation to be postponed
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/15/2020 - 9:03amDue to the need to be extra diligent, CASI is cancelling the March 26th Kelley Bollen presentation "The Amazingness of our Dog and Cat Friends". We plan on bringing Kelley back April 30 for a seminar titled "Why Does My Dog Do That" and continue the series with a different topic each month through October.
Thank you for your understanding and hope to see you in April!
Carson City Humane Society Pet of the Week: Cooper
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 03/11/2020 - 4:21pmHappy Thursday Carson City, and say hello to our newest Carson City Humane Society Pet of the Week, Cooper!
Carson City Humane Society’s Pet of the Week: Taz
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/07/2020 - 10:09amHappy Saturday Carson City! Say hello to our newest Pet of the Week, Taz!
Taz is a 3 and a half year old Labrador mix and he is currently searching for his forever family!
Taz would prefer an adult only home, and to be the only dog. What can we say, he knows what he wants, and he wants to hog the attention!
Taz is also a PUPS graduate! Congratulations Taz!
Let’s hear from Taz himself!
Lisa Schuette files for Carson City Supervisor Ward 4
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 3:20pmRetired Carson City teacher and longtime animal welfare advocate Lisa Schuette filed candidacy paperwork today for Carson City Supervisor Ward 4. Current Ward 4 Supervisor John Barrette is not running for re-election.
DeBug Computer in Carson City, Minden join Feeding Pets of the Homeless as donation site
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 6:30amFeeding Pets of the Homeless welcomes DeBug Computer into its Donation Site community for pet food and supplies that will be delivered to local food banks, homeless shelters or homeless encampments. Donations may be taken to DeBug’s Carson City location at 1817 N. Stewart Street No. 30, or its Carson Valley location at 1560 U.S. Hwy 395 N. #C in Minden.
Carson City Soroptimist to Feature Safe Embrace on February 26
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/22/2020 - 11:06amAt its Program meeting on Wednesday, February 26, Carson City Soroptimist will feature John Malcolm, the Prevention Education Specialist for Safe Embrace, an area non-profit dedicated to educating the community and providing services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Lisa Schuette to run for Carson City Supervisor Ward 4
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 4:27pmRetired Carson City teacher and longtime animal welfare advocate Lisa Schuette has announced her candidacy for Carson City Supervisor Ward 4. She is running for the seat currently held by John Barrette who is not seeking another term.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Hoolie
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 02/19/2020 - 4:57pmHappy Wednesday Carson City! Each week we are bringing you another sweet face who is looking for a new family, courtesy of the Carson City branch of the Nevada Humane Society. This week, say hello to our Pet of the Week, Hoolie!
Rumors of dog lice in Carson City Dog Parks unsubstantiated, says Parks and Rec
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 02/19/2020 - 10:28amRumors about a potential outbreak of dog lice in two Carson City dog parks went through social media last week and early this week, but according to David Navarro, Parks Operation Superintendent for Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space, those rumors are unsubstantiated.
Valentine's Day happenings, BAC's Celtic series, music, comedy and more: Carson City region prepares for weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/13/2020 - 5:53pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities over the next three days. Restaurants in Carson City will host Valentine’s Day specials on Friday. The Carson City Celtic Music series will be at the Brewery Arts Center on Saturday featuring Fortunate Strangers. Combined with live music and comedy at the Carson Nugget, the Carson City region is in store for a busy three days. Read on for more information.
Carson City lawman, undersheriff Ken Sandage retires after 29 years
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/13/2020 - 1:50pmCarson City Sheriff's Office Undersheriff Ken Sandage officially retired Thursday after 29 years of service with the sheriff's office.
Carson City Humane Society’s Pet of the Week: Slade
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 02/12/2020 - 11:03amHappy Wednesday Carson City and say hello to our Nevada Humane Society’s Pet of the Week: Slade!
Foundation awards Carson City-based Pets of Homeless grant to provide nationwide dog vet care
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/09/2020 - 6:44pmFeeding Pets of the Homeless, a national animal welfare nonprofit based in Carson City, Nev., received an $83,000 grant recently from the Lazin Animal Foundation, to provide financial assistance toward emergency veterinary care to more than 220 bully breed dogs in 2020.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Titan
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 02/05/2020 - 11:45amHello Carson City, and happy Wednesday! Every Wednesday we are bringing you another sweet happy face courtesy of the Nevada Humane Society, and this week's featured sweet happy face is Titan!
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Casper
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 3:08pmHello, Carson City! I hope you're ready to meet your new Pet of the Week courtesy of the Carson City Humane Society.
Say hello to Casper. Casper is a three-year-old terrier mix who was unfortunately surrendered by his owner in early December, and has been waiting for a new home ever since!
Carson City Events and Happenings for Sunday, Jan. 26
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 9:09pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! Today we have a bunch of great events to round out this busy weekend! Check below to see what's going on!
Carson City Events and Happenings for Saturday, Jan. 25
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 1:19amHappy Saturday Carson City! There are a ton of great events in the region this weekend, it’ll be hard to choose which ones to attend! Music, food and fun await below. Check to see what’s happening for this weekend!
Saturday, January 25
Chinese New Year, Carson Comedy Club's military appreciation night, live music and more: Carson City region readies for weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/23/2020 - 9:45pmHeading into the last weekend of January there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a Chinese New Year Celebration at the Nevada State Museum and the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada. The Carson Comedy Club hosts its first Military Appreciation Night on Friday at the Carson Nugget. Carson Valley’s 18th annual Eagles and AG Photo Contest will be underway and live music will keep the Silver State buzzing with excitement. Read on for more information.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Bo-Keito
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/22/2020 - 1:24pmHappy Thursday Carson City, and say hello to our newest Carson City Pet of the Week, Bo-Keito!
Bo-Keito is a one-year-old Blue-tick Coonhound and has had a difficult time finding a forever home. He was actually adopted from the shelter, but was returned just after Christmas, which is incredibly sad.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Mako
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/15/2020 - 11:35amHappy Wednesday, Carson City! Say hello to our new Pet of the Week, Mako!
Bobcat spotted resting in Southwest Carson after a lunch of a neighbor's pet duck
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/10/2020 - 12:36pmAccording to Carson City resident Bob Bondiett, a bobcat was spotted in a residential neighborhood taking a snooze under a cherry tree after the wild cat made itself a lunch out of a neighbor's pet duck.
First and foremost, our condolences go out to the duck's family.
Carson City Humane Society’s Pet of the Week: Lucy
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 11:34amHey Carson City, I’ve got a great surprise for you! That’s right, it’s a puppy! Say hello to Lucy, our Carson City Pet of the Week.
Lucy is a 9-month old bundle of joy who is currently looking for her forever home, and has been since she was oh so little (see second photo for example of just how tiny).
Mountain lion spotted in northwest Carson City, NDOW urges awareness, safe practices
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/07/2020 - 12:05pmA mountain lion was spotted Tuesday morning in the hills in northwest Carson City in the Timberline area, prompting wildlife officials to urge residents to be aware and to take steps to avoid any chance of human and cougar contact.
From a ban on surprise hospital ER billing to 'red flag’ gun law, new bills take effect in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/01/2020 - 12:19pmToday, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 is the beginning of a new year, a new decade and also a new set of laws. More than 70 laws enacted by the Nevada Legislature last year take effect either in whole or in part today.
They include several major health care initiatives — including a ban on surprise emergency room bills, a tax on vaping products and a requirement that hospitals use patients’ preferred names and pronouns — as well as laws that will benefit employees, including paid sick leave.