Quality
Nevada one of three states to develop, assess and conduct COVID-19 testing on its own
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 12:39pmTuesday, the State of Nevada announced it has received notification from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take responsibility to determine the quality of newly developed COVID-19 test kits and kit components, one of three states to earn the flexibility from the FDA.
Carson City Chamber celebrates restaurant members this Great American Takeout Day
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 11:21amThe National Restaurant Association and the Carson City Chamber encourage residents to join them today, Tuesday, in celebrating Great American Take Out Day to support local restaurants.
Districted encourages residents to remotely join Tuesday night's Carson City School Board meeting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 11:19amDue to the governor’s mandated steps to protect against the spread of COVID-19, the Board of Trustees of the Carson City School District will hold tonight’s School Board meeting online and would like community members to have access to participate.
Carson-Tahoe Health postpones all non-emergency surgeries through April, establishes ‘Respiratory Care Tent’
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 3:26pmIn accordance with recommendations from the U.S. Surgeon General and the American College of Surgeons, the Carson Tahoe Health Medical Executive Committee decided that effective 1800 (6:00 PM) Friday, March 20, elective/non-urgent surgeries and procedures will be postponed until at least April 20,2020. The elective/non-urgent surgery & procedure plan will be reassessed and extended, if needed.
Carson City Public Works suspends water shutoffs in support of customers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 5:11pmAs we all closely monitor the rapidly changing response to coronavirus (COVID-19) in our community, Carson City's commitment to delivering high-quality public works service to homes and businesses remains constant. Below are important messages and information available to you regarding utility billing issues.
Ronni Hannaman files for Supervisor Ward 2 in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/13/2020 - 1:38pmToday, Ronni Hannaman has filed for the Carson City Supervisor seat in Ward 2 to be vacated by Supervisor Brad Bonkowski who has elected not to run for reelection.
Former award-winning journalist Ed Cohen files as Democrat in Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 2:51pmCARSON CITY — On Monday, former award-winning journalist and Reno resident Ed Cohen filed for Congress as a Democrat in Nevada’s 2nd Congressional district. Cohen currently works as Communications and Marketing Director for a Reno-based nonprofit and nonpartisan organization that provides education to the judiciary.
Carson City Library director becomes Nevada Library Association’s president-elect
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/07/2020 - 1:44pmCarson City Library Director Dr. Tod Colegrove is the new president-elect of the Nevada Library Association (NLA), voted in at the turn of the year and assuming his new role as president in 2021.
UPDATE: Washoe Health testing results for Huffaker students come back negative
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 10:07amUPDATE MONDAY: The Washoe County Health District (WCHD) conducted COVID-19 testing Friday and all tests came back negative including all students at Huffaker Elementary School who were tested. The negative result includes the family member (a Huffaker student) of the resident who tested presumptive positive for COVID-19 on Thursday.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Feb. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 9:22pmHeading into the backend of the work week, events lined up Thursday include day 1 of the 7th annual International Film Festival at the Carson City Community Center, a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a free information session on the legal and financial aspects of long-term care hosted by Carson Tahoe Care Center, the Carson City GOP will host a meeting to discuss precinct organization, plus trivia night at Bella Vita Bistro, a Muscle Powered afternoon hike and a lecture on women’s suffrage movement history in Nevada. Read on for details.
International Film Festival runs Thursday through Saturday at Carson City Community Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 6:27pmAll are invited to attend three days and nights of free film showings at the 7th annual Carson City International Film Festival, which runs Thursday through Saturday.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Feb. 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/25/2020 - 9:05pmMore springlike weather around the capital city is ahead Ash Wednesday with a daytime high near 65. Events include a Real ID town hall meeting at the Carson City DMV, the economic impact of pro soccer in Northern Nevada will be featured at NNDA's Business Edge at Casino Fandango, Carson City Schools offers the first of three pre-kindergarten programs for parents and will also host a separate strategic plan meeting. Meanwhile, Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness hosts a yoga class, plus Salsa dancing at Yaple's Ballroom, country and pop dancing at Carson Lanes, a safety workshop for women and more.
University of Nevada, Reno to host free clinic in Silver Springs Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 02/25/2020 - 1:41pmThe University of Nevada, Reno Student Outreach Clinic will be hosting a Rural Outreach Clinic in Silver Springs this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Screenings and exams include blood pressure and hypertension checks, diabetes screenings, wellness exams, clinical evaluations, as well as child influenza vaccinations.
Nearly 22,000 homebuyers since 2014 get help through Nevada Housing Division program
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/24/2020 - 11:07amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Housing Division’s Home Is Possible programs have helped 21,970 homebuyers realize the dream of homeownership in Nevada since the program launched in September 2014 through calendar year 2019. This number includes 1,497 veterans and active military personnel served by the HIP for Heroes program and 796 Nevada teachers through the HIP for Teachers program.
It's Your City: 7th International Film Festival begins Thursday at Carson City Community Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/23/2020 - 4:54pmIn this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Linda Belgray to watch trailers and talk about this year's upcoming slate of movies to be shown at the 7th annual International Film Festival, hosted by Friends of the Carson City Library.
Carson City Parks Foundation Holds Monthly Open House at the Mills Parks Wungnema House Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/22/2020 - 5:28pmLearn more about our community and its cultural heritage.
Visit the Wungnema House in Mills Park, as well as the Foreman-Roberts House on North Carson Street. These houses represent 2 different aspects of our community’s cultural heritage. Both historic houses are open from 2:00pm until 5:00pm on Sunday.
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 to break ground Feb. 29 on South Carson Complete Streets Project
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 11:55amThe community is invited to celebrate the expansion of the Carson Street improvements at the South Carson Complete Streets Project groundbreaking ceremony. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 at 10 a.m., at the former armory site located at 2361 South Carson Street, and will feature construction equipment for children of all ages to explore and climb on.
Q&D Construction Leads Major Projects in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/19/2020 - 11:35amQ&D Construction, a Northern Nevada contractor, will lead construction on the Heroes Memorial Building renovation project in Carson City, the new emergency department and covered connector at the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center and the Elko County Osino Interchange, and will co-lead the construction of a terminal expansion at Glacier Park International Airport in Kalispell, Mont.
Youth Theatre Carson City Brings Home National Awards and Recognitions at Musical Theatre Competition
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/14/2020 - 12:49pmThis past weekend, Youth Theatre Carson City’s Showstoppers show choir traveled to Southern California to compete in the Musical Theatre Competitions of America 2020, a national competition with 35 teams representing 19 states and 3 countries, and brought home two major awards: 2nd place Advanced/Open Musical Revue and 3rd place Advanced/Open Ensemble Performance.
Carson City area students from Wild Horse Children's Theater win at 2020 festival
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/12/2020 - 6:55pmStudents from Wild Horse Children's Theater in Carson City won a Freddie G Excellence in Music national theater award and earned recognition at the 2020 Junior Theater Festival West, which happened Feb. 7-9, 2020 at Wells Fargo Pavilion.
Agencies launch ‘I Am Carson River Watershed’ campaign
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/12/2020 - 8:45amCARSON CITY — Did you know you live in a watershed? Everyone does. The "I Am Carson River Watershed" campaign aims to connect our community to the watershed they live in and provide a few easy-to-do actions that can help keep our water healthy.
Presentation aims to highlight improving access to quality healthcare
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/11/2020 - 3:00pmHealthy people make healthy communities. What are the biggest barriers to overall health and quality healthcare here in northern Nevada? Learn about innovative approaches happening here in our community and what is being done to ensure all Nevadans can lead healthy, happy lives.
WNC nursing program ranked 'Best in West' by online career, education website
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 1:50pmRecognition has come frequently to Western Nevada College’s Nursing Program from a variety of sources during the past year. The biggest one arrived last Wednesday when Nursing Process selected WNC’s program as No. 1 in the West Region, which encompasses 426 nursing schools, thereby making it one of the nation’s top programs.
Carson City area weather: High winds may bring more dust, poor air quality to region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/09/2020 - 11:27amBreezy northeast and east winds may result in another round of blowing dust Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. Dust kicked up from nearby dry lake beds may produce localized areas of visibility reduced below 4 miles, including portions of Reno and Carson City.
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
Nevada Democrats attempt to calm nerves after problem-plagued Iowa contest, may transition entirely to paper system
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/05/2020 - 7:52amNevada Democrats, the day after their counterparts in Iowa held a problem-riddled caucus, sought to calm the nerves of voters, the media and other interested observers Tuesday.
The statement released by the party was short, but its message was simple: What happens in Iowa, stays in Iowa.
Reporting problems cause delay in results from Iowa caucus, cast doubt on Nevada’s caucus
Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/04/2020 - 10:55amDES MOINES — The winner of Iowa’s first in the nation Democratic presidential caucus remained elusive early Tuesday morning as the clock struck midnight local time without the state party having reported any results of the prior evening’s caucus.
Carson City Parks Foundation Holds open house Sunday at Wungnema House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 4:12pmDid you make a New Year’s Resolution to learn more about our community and its cultural heritage? We hope you did, but if you didn’t, it’s never too late. Kick-off 2020 by visiting the Wungnema House in Mills Park, as well as the Foreman-Roberts House on North Carson Street. These houses represent 2 different aspects of our community’s cultural heritage. Both historic houses are open from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Sandra Osheroff Obituary
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 5:46pmSandra Louise Osheroff, aka Sandy, nanny, and mom, a mother, bookkeeper, dog lover and community mover and shaker, adored by many, feared by some, died of cancer on January 20, 2020 in Carson City, Nevada at the age of 82.