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Reno Ice, the region's first NHL-regulation sized Ice Rink Facility, has officially opened
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/23/2021 - 10:02amReno Ice, the region's first and only NHL-regulation sized ice rink, has officially opened.
NDOT to host virtual public information meeting on Mt. Rose Highway corridor plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 1:27pmCARSON CITY — With intersection improvements already scheduled for coming years at two Mt. Rose Highway intersections, the Nevada Department of Transportation will launch a virtual public meeting on Jan. 26 to gather public feedback on corridor planning to define future traffic improvements to the lower segment of the highway.
Nevada governor sets vision of a future economy in State of State address amid economic, health crisis
Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 8:04amGov. Steve Sisolak told Nevadans experiencing some of their darkest hours of economic and public health devastation that he has a plan to create more than 165,000 jobs over the next decade, launch new initiatives to retrain displaced workers and build out an economy based on clean energy, blockchain and other futuristic technologies.
Why do your pets act as they do? CASI offers virtual Pet Behavior Seminar series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 8:02amCarson Animal Services Initiative, also known as CASI, is proud to offer Understanding Your Pet's Behavior seminar series with Animal Behaviorist Kelley Bollen. Kelley has worked with clients across the United States and Canada, sharing her expertise with shelters, rescues, and individual pet owners.
Nevada governor proposes $8.68 billion budget restoring cuts to Medicaid, other state programs
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 10:45amGov. Steve Sisolak is proposing a two-year budget that reverses cuts to Medicaid and other key K-12 programs made last summer, after financial projections left the state at what officials are calling an “inconsistent, if not positive, ending point” for tax revenue.
UNR Extension hosts online town halls to discuss new round of Paycheck Protection Program
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/18/2021 - 12:14pmRENO, Nev. — With the Small Business Administration resuming their Paycheck Protection Program earlier this week, and other organizations such as Prestamos CDFI joining in to offer other forgivable loan programs, University of Nevada, Reno Extension will offer free online town halls with representatives from these organizations and other lenders, as well as Extension experts, explaining eligibility, the application process and other details on the assistance programs.
Senator Square: Carson High School students become published authors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 9:12amAccording to Teen Health and Wellness, Rosen Publishing, “Sharing stories is a powerful way to connect with other people. By sharing your own story, you can connect with other teens who are dealing with similar experiences. Your words can provide hope and comfort, or empower them to face their own challenges.”
State Assemblyman PK O’Neill to Speak to Local Rotarians
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/15/2021 - 9:03amGet an insider’s look at what to expect during Nevada’s 2021 Legislative Session at the next Rotary Club of Carson City’s weekly meeting. State Assemblyman PK O’Neill will be the guest speaker at the online meeting, which takes place Tuesday, January 19 at 12:30 P.M. The public is welcome to attend the ZOOM meeting.
Death with dignity advocate to speak at Carson City Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/15/2021 - 3:00amFeatured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon will be Paul Klein, a partner at Tri-Strategies LTD, a government relations and public affairs firm with offices in Reno and Las Vegas. He will be lobbying on behalf of Compassion & Choices for medical aid-in-dying legislation due to be introduced during the 81st session, which begins February 1st. The bill gives terminally ill people with six months or less to live the option of taking medicine to end their life peacefully.
Notice of Public Discussion of possible Carson City grant applications
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/08/2021 - 10:56amNotice is hereby given that Carson City will conduct a public meeting and information session on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. (All meetings will be online, please see directions below), in order review the application process for the COIVD-19, CDBG-CV, II & III, State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) Program and to solicit citizen input on possible activities to be included in the application.
Truth Matters
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 4:55pmTruth matters. Character matters. Liberty matters. And for these reasons, I’m a man without a party.
I left the GOP yesterday, at least, officially. I may have just changed my voter registration to nonpartisan, but I didn’t vote for Trump back in 2016.
Last day to register for WNC’s 3-week winter session classes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/04/2021 - 12:17pmRegistration ends Monday, Jan. 4 for Western Nevada College’s 3-week courses offered during winter session.
All courses will be offered online and end by Jan. 22.
Nevada's health insurance exchange director appointed as Governor’s Office policy director
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/04/2021 - 11:43amCARSON CITY — Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak announced Monday the appointment of Heather Korbulic as Policy Director for the Governor’s Office, effective Monday, Jan. 4, 2021.
From more family court judges to a tracking program for evidence kits, new laws take effect in Nevada on Jan. 1
Submitted by admin on Sat, 01/02/2021 - 2:10pmWith the new year, a new set of laws is once again taking effect.
Of the hundreds of bills the Legislature passed in 2019, nine finally became effective either in whole or in part on Friday with the start of the new year and as the next legislative session is set to begin in February.
Carson City’s Year in Review: a look back on 2020 (pandemic free edition)
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 2:46amIt was an eventful year around the Carson City region notwithstanding the limitations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's some notable stories that were not pandemic related that happened in 2020.
Nevada Division of Environmental Protection to convene 'Clean Cars Nevada' virtual listening session
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 11:11pmThe Nevada Division of Environmental Protection announced plans to convene a virtual listening session on Clean Cars Nevada, an initiative that would provide Nevadans with more choices for low and zero emission passenger cars and light-duty trucks offered at dealerships across the state beginning in 2024.
Nevada lawmakers approve spending on $207 million in federal coronavirus funds
Submitted by admin on Sun, 12/20/2020 - 3:52pmIn a rush to avoid an end-of-the-year reversion back to the federal government, Nevada lawmakers have signed off on a plan that will allocate roughly $207 million in federal COVID-19 pandemic relief dollars largely to equipment costs and salaries of state employees.
Local non-profits GreenUP, FISH join together to address food insecurity in Carson City with food drive
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/18/2020 - 1:48pmNonprofits greenUP! and Friends In Service Helping (FISH) are coming together around the topic of food waste and food insecurity this holiday season. It is estimated that a staggering 30-40 percent of all food produced in our country winds up in the landfill.
One solution for reducing waste is to donate extra food to feed the hungry: despite the high volumes of wasted food, over 13 million Americans lack regular access to a meal.
In our state, it is estimated by the Department of Health and Human Services that one in eight Nevadans does not know where their next meal is coming from.
In-Person Learning to be Offered to Carson City 3rd to 6th Graders Beginning in January
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/18/2020 - 10:55amDuring a special session last night, the Carson City School District School Board of Trustees voted unanimously to offer in-person, on-campus instruction for third to sixth graders, four days a week, Tuesdays through Fridays. The first official day of this more traditional education model will begin Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021. The district previously announced a return to 4-days-per-week, in-person learning for Pre-K to second grade students Oct. 20, 2020.
Final week to register for WNC's 5-week winter session classes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/15/2020 - 12:20pmWinter session classes at Western Nevada College are filling up fast so don’t wait to register for the 5-week short-term classes that start on Dec. 21 and the 3-week courses that begin on Jan. 4.
Crazy Cat Dog Grooming, Projections Photography team up for Christmas photo fundraiser with Carson City K9 unit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/06/2020 - 2:01pmCrazy Cat Dog Grooming and Projections Photography are co-hosting a community meet and greet and Christmas photo session with our local Carson City Sheriff's Office Canine unit on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Citizens are welcome to come meet our officers and their canine partners.
Senator Square: Helping to give Carson City students in need a merry Christmas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/06/2020 - 5:38amMany in Carson City do everything they can to help the less fortunate, and those opportunities never cease being opportunities. With this in mind, the holidays are here, the semester at Carson High School is almost over, Christmas vacation, also known as winter break, begins Dec. 19, and there is another opportunity to be generous for those who have plenty.
UNR Extension town hall to focus on businesses making year-end decisions
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/30/2020 - 9:56amAs a year with unprecedented challenges for small businesses comes to a close amid another COVID-19 surge, University of Nevada, Reno Extension will offer a free online town hall to provide small businesses with information to help them make some important year-end decisions. The English-language session will be this Wednesday, Dec. 2, at 9 a.m.; and the Spanish-language session will be next Wednesday, Dec. 9, 5:30 p.m.
Nevada Supreme Court certifies 2020 General Election results, Joe Biden wins Nevada
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/24/2020 - 10:32amOn Tuesday morning during a virtual meeting of the Nevada Supreme Court, the canvass of votes was signed and certified. Joe Biden was officially delegated the winner in Nevada's 2020 General Election for the Office of President.
Carson City issues Public Service Annoucement regarding COVID-19, flu season, construction, and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 2:54pmCarson City's Wild Horse Theater offers Disney interactive workshops
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 2:17pmJoin two of your favorite Disney Princesses for an entertaining and fun interactive workshop, through Carson City's Wild Horse Theater, to build literary skills using imagination and creativity. Workshop includes storytelling, singing, interactive movements and, most importantly, having fun.
Nevada Assembly Republicans Re-elect Dr. Robin Titus as Assembly Republican Caucus Leader
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 6:36pmMembers of the Nevada Assembly Republican Caucus unanimously re-elected Dr. Robin Titus to be Caucus Leader for the 81st Legislative Session.
Carson City to follow Nevada governor’s recent stay at home request
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 3:39pmCARSON CITY — The City encourages the community to stay informed, practice good hygiene, wear masks and when feasible please stay home.
The City is proactively taking steps to ensure the health and safety of its residents. In response to the Governor’s recent stay at home request, the City will continue to enable staff to work from home in order to limit the amount of personnel in the workplace.
Carson City Board of Supervisors to certify election results Monday, Nov. 16
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 12:05pmThe Carson City Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting on Monday, Nov. 16 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Boldrick Theater of the Carson City Community Center to certify election results.
Nevada governor asks state agencies to propose 12 percent budget cuts for next two years
Submitted by admin on Sun, 11/08/2020 - 1:22pmAs Nevada’s economy continues to reel from the pandemic, Gov. Steve Sisolak’s finance office is asking state agencies to propose 12 percent cuts in their budgets for each year of the 2021-2023 biennium.