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Obituary: Rev. Dr. Gil Linsley
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 8:22pmRev. Dr. Gil Linsley was born in 1928 in Alhambra, California. During his lifetime he had a successful career as a jazz trumpet player, water ski school owner and instructor, and Science of Mind minister. He had a love of water skiing which developed upon his move to Lake Tahoe in 1960 to play trumpet in the house bands at the casinos. He did trick and slalom skiing until he stopped at age 86.
Take a walk, ride a bike, catch a classic film: Events around Carson City on Tuesday, July 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/01/2019 - 6:14pmAs we go forward and move ahead into Tuesday, July 2, 2019 we're looking at another sunny day, all the better as we prepare to celebrate Independence Day. Are you ready for July 4 fireworks at Mills Park? As a Tuesday warmup, get the heart pumping during Muscle Powered's three fitness outings. Plus there's art showings, hands-on science activities in Silver City, an evening archery shoot, a viewing of the 1953 film "From Here to Eternity" at the Brewery Arts Center hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club and more. Enjoy the day.
Harry Reid happy to talk UFOs and science, not ‘little green men’
Submitted by admin on Sat, 06/29/2019 - 2:00amFormer U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid defended the $22 million he earmarked to study UFOs when he was in office, saying the nation must ...
Hands-On Science Activities in Silver City July 2 and July 9; concerts, book signings and more to follow
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 2:38pmSilver City, Nevada - Kids ages 8-12 and their parents can don goggles and learn why there's an endothermic reaction between vinegar and baking soda in a bubbling and fun activity on July 2 in Silver City. Participants will use thermometers and observe whether heat is created or extinguished. The experiment will also help them learn about Celsius and Fahrenheit.
Students learn to grow and give in Greenhouse
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 12:03pmZion Belcastro, 16, moved from Oroville, Calif., to live with her aunt in Carson City to be a part of Carson High School’s agriculture program, specifically the Greenhouse Project.
“Where I’m from, it’s cows, sows and plows,” she explained. “Here, it’s more than that. It’s public speaking. It’s leadership. It’s the greenhouse. It’s a lot more than ranching.”
Children's Museum Receives Nevada Arts Council Award
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 11:04amThe Children's Museum of Northern Nevada was recently awarded $3500 by the Nevada Arts Council to produce Story Time, a literary arts program for young children. The Nevada Arts Council's support is critical in attracting support from the greater community because of the extreme vetting process used by the NAC and the prestige that comes with being part of a select group of leading cultural institutions. The award was part of Nevada's commitment to the arts in the region which included the Discovery Museum, Artown, Brewery Arts Center, and the Nevada Museum of Art.
Events around the Carson City area for Thursday, June 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 8:15pmHeading into Thursday, June 27, 2019, there's plenty to do and see around the Carson City area as we march toward an action-packed weekend. There's a morning Muscle Powered walk, Food Truck Thursday at Mills Park, a Farmers Market in Dayton, a discussion on climate change at Western Nevada College, a history presentation on Chinese woodcutters at the Nevada State Museum, a presentation by the NNDA Executive Director at a GOP monthly meeting, Cruise Night at Wing Stop, an information meeting on the Ross Gold Park master plan hosted by Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space. Read on. There's more.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, June 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/25/2019 - 7:15pmWith a windy cool down headed our way, activities around the Carson City area Wednesday, June 26 will make for a breezy good time. Looking at the day ahead there's a walk hosted by parks and recreation, kids events, Wheeled Food Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center, a free "rough cut" feature film screening at the Carson Nugget, Young Chautauquans at Dangberg Historic Park and more.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, June 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 6:08pmAs we set our radar ahead to Tuesday, June 25, 2019, we say hello Carson City and welcome to a bevy of events ahead including activities for children of all ages, a Muscle Powered morning walk, evening hike and bike ride, a cyber security awareness workshop hosted by DeBug Computer, a job fair at the Carson Nugget, art showings, a delicious taste of France via Bleu Café Culinary Travelers Club and more. Read on for what's happening.
Comstock Town Offers Free Summer Events for All Ages
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 12:53pmSILVER CITY, Nev. — A number of different groups sponsor an annual summer series of public events in historic Silver City. This summer, events include a free family-friendly concert by Kantu Inka, visits from award-winning visiting artists and writers, kids science and engineering activities, plus a floral design class, a coding workshop, lectures and more for adults and teens.
Events, activities around Carson City for Monday, June 24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/23/2019 - 6:29pmHeading into Monday, June 24, 2019 the first day of the work week and we say welcome to summer, Carson City. Expect highs in the mid-80s. Get on out there and keep the blood pumping and oxygen flowing with an early morning walk or bike ride. There's art activities for adults and kids, a discussion on climate change, a swing dance class and more. Enjoy the day!
Legislation to stop climate change the topic at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 4:56pmThe featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Chas Macquarie of the Citizens’ Climate Lobby. He will explain how the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (H.R. 763) could bring down the emissions fueling climate change by putting a price on carbon pollution and returning those revenues to households.
Earthquakes in Sun Valley, Washoe Valley serve as reminder that Nevada is seismically active
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 12:13pmRENO — An ongoing sequence of more than 60 small earthquakes that began in the early morning hours today is centered in the Sun Valley area – they are too small to be felt. But, more than 1,200 people filed “felt reports” following the magnitude 3.7 earthquake in Washoe Valley the night of June 6. The shaking is a gentle reminder that Nevadans live in the third most seismically active state in the nation, behind Alaska and California.
Carson City Library Is Helping Bridge the Digital Skills Divide
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 9:27amWhether you are working on a research project for a history class, or hoping to pass your citizenship test, the Carson City Library is here to help you. Since our establishment in 1966, the Carson City Library has been a natural meeting place for families and friends to congregate and learn. Each and every day we are fortunate to serve our community and welcome new visitors.
Carson City Library trustees open new search for director
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 6:58pmThe director position for the Carson City Library is open once again. Library trustees made the decision during a special meeting Friday evening.
Teen Trivia Night at the Carson City Library
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 6:03pmCalling all teens: Bring your space-related science and pop culture knowledge to the Carson City Library on July 30 from 5 to 6 p.m. We'll have trivia, snacks and lots of fun! Assemble your team or come Solo. The Carson City Library is located at 900 North Roop Street.
Congratulations Pioneer High School Class of 2019
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 7:36pmDear PHS Families, Fellow Educators, and Carson City Community Members,
On behalf of the PHS and Carson Online staff, we are extending a collective thank you to families, K-12 staff and administrators, and members of our community. You have each played an important part in helping our students achieve such an important milestone in their lives.
Boomers’ Legacy to Children: New Progressivism, Statism (Opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 6:03amThis is the third in my series on the sad legacy we Boomers are leaving our children.
The first column defined the public interest as mainly maximizing economic growth. That piece and the second showed that the economic policies, practices and institutions that maximize growth also promote fairness among individuals. They also debunked obsessions with income inequality.
Here I focus on the revival of progressivism and liberal statism, plus the addition of political correctness (PC).
32 Carson City School District employees to retire, honored for their dedication to education
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/29/2019 - 10:05amThirty-two employees who have worked a collective 671 years with the Carson City School District will retire this year. The retirees were recognized at the school board meeting Tuesday, May 28.
Senator Square: Carson High School students make plans for their future
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/26/2019 - 9:57amCarson High School students not only experienced exciting college, job, and career opportunities outside of school this past week, they were also presented with an explosion of options directly.
Chamber Orchestra Students returned from their successful regional music festival in San Francisco, several CHS students enjoyed job shadowing with Nevada Legislators, and May 21 offered students access to its job and career fair throughout the day.
State museums in Nevada offer free admission for active-duty military families
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 9:30pmCARSON CITY — Nevada’s state museums are once again taking part in the national Blue Star Museums program, providing free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families.
The National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families program, now in its 10th year, launched the 2019 program on Saturday, May 18 – Armed Forces Day – and it will stay in effect through the Labor Day Weekend.
Carson High School has the most National Merit, Presidential Scholars to sign with UNR
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 10:23amThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce, of any high school, Carson High School retains the most National Merit and Presidential Scholars committing to the University of Nevada, Reno. Fourteen CHS seniors pledged to continue their education with the university during the Nevada Scholars Signing Day, held in the CHS library Wednesday, May 22.
Western Nevada College Class of 2019 grad list: 617 earn degrees and certificates
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2019 - 6:42pmWestern Nevada College honored its graduation class on Monday with a record 617 students graduating with 651 degrees and certificates during a commencement ceremony at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Carson City.
Future is Bright: Carson City man, WNC grad earns 5 degrees
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2019 - 4:29pmGraduating with a single academic degree is a commendable accomplishment for any college student, given the time, dedication and sacrifices that are required. But for Western Nevada College student Todd Minto of Carson City, one degree is barely scratching the surface of his academic prowess.
Western Nevada College recognizes record grads at 2019 Carson City commencement
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2019 - 8:40amWestern Nevada College honors its graduation class Monday with a record 617 students graduating with 651 degrees and certificates during a commencement ceremony at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Carson City.
Senator Square: Carson High School, Empire students share Carson River experience
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/19/2019 - 1:21amEditor’s note: The following was written by Carson High School biology teacher Megan Schuler.
Recently, several CHS freshman Biology classes had the opportunity to work with fourth graders from Empire Elementary in Carson City. Students learned about conservation, the water cycle, and the Carson River watershed. CHS students, trained by the River Wranglers conservation group, and on a very windy day, met up with Empire Elementary students at Baily Pond.
Carson City area scholarship recipients announced at 'Salute to Scholars' program
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 9:13pmThe list of local students who received scholarships were announced at the Salute to Scholars Program. Listed below are the students; congratulations!
University of Nevada graduates largest class to date
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 9:17amThe University of Nevada, Reno through the weekend will be conferring 3,201 degrees, the most degrees ever distributed in one semester.
Due to inclement weather, all ceremonies were moved to the Lawlor Events Center instead of the University’s quad.
The University released the following information:
Leisure Hour Club Installs 2019-20 Officers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 7:00amAt the Leisure Hour Club’s May 15 meeting, the club installed officers for their 2019-20 year. Installing the new officers is Betts Markle (at podium) and from left to right, they are Jo Foster - 1st Vice President, Judy Diehl – Director-at-Large, Susan Spencer – 2nd Vice President, Cheryl Rookwood – Secretary, and Poul Fisker – Treasurer. Looking on is Debbie Lane, who continues to serve as the organization’s president.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, May 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/16/2019 - 5:05amGood day Carson City and welcome to Thursday, May 16, 2019. We're looking at showers to continue through the day, which will be a nice change from all that spring pollen flying around. Today we've got the Senior Celebration at Casino Fandango, an afternoon hike, a Carson City CASA open house, art presentations, live music and more. Have a great day.