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U.S. Census

Beginning Monday, rural households will begin receiving hand-delivered Census forms

CARSON CITY — According to Nevada Census 2020, beginning on May 18, the U.S. Census Bureau will begin its “update leave” operations, where 2020 census forms are hand delivered to residences that either do not have mail delivered to the physical location of the home, or the mail delivery information for the residence cannot be verified. This process is to ensure all Nevadans — particularly in rural communities — are counted.

Nevadans can complete 2020 Census without having to leave home

Event Date: 
March 16, 2020 (All day)
March 23, 2020 (All day)
March 30, 2020 (All day)
April 6, 2020 (All day)

CARSON CITY — As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to have an impact on the country and our local communities, the safety, health and welfare of all Nevadans is a top priority.

Despite growing concerns about the public health situation, the census is easier than ever for Nevadans to complete through one of three safe, confidential and quick ways from the comfort of their own homes: online at census.nv.gov, via phone (844-330-2020; for Spanish 844-468-2020), or mail in the hard copy questionnaire. This helps keep everyone safe — residents and census workers alike.

Nevada Census 2020 offers information, advises the potential for scams targeting upcoming count

To maintain clarity and ensure the public is aware of any fraudulent activity Nevada Census 2020 advises the best way to protect against scams is to know what to look for when approached or when receiving correspondence to the related to the upcoming Census count.

Healthy Communities Coalition meets Thursday, topics include census, vaping and alcohol laws

Lyon and Storey Coalition meets this Thursday
Event Date: 
February 13, 2020 - 9:00am

Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties holds a breakfast meeting on the second Thursday of each month at 9am in various locations in Storey and Lyon counties.

HCC’s February meeting is Thursday, Feb. 13, 9 a.m. at the Silver Springs Community Center, 2945 Fort Churchill Street, Silver Springs, Nev.

Medicare Open Enrollment underway for Prominence Health Care

Now through Dec. 7, seniors in Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, Storey, and Washoe counties can enroll for superior health benefits with Prominence Health Plan’s Medicare Advantage plan.

Rent prices pass Nevada's inflation rate, according to U.S. Census Bureau

As we continue to follow the rising rent prices in Northern Nevada, the U.S. Census Bureau shows that rent has risen by 19 percent within the last five years. According to this report, rent prices are passing the current inflation rate, which was 8.37 percent over the same period since 2014.

Winner of CarsonProud essay contest thankful to be living here

Carson City is a very special place and, as the city continues to grow and prosper, many are looking to relocate here for a myriad of reasons.

Through the years, Carson City has changed. There have been good times and there have been times that, as Thomas Paine wrote, “have tried men’s souls.” We’ve lost some historic and iconic structures but have bounced back in the good times. The biggest recent changes occurred in 2016 with the reimagining of the downtown core that continues today.

Population boom expected in Carson City, EDAWN study says

As of 2018, the state certified population of Carson City was 56,057. There are many studies out there showing population and many of these reports show the U.S. Census Bureau as their source and their latest estimate for 2018 showed 55,414.

Celebrate Carson City's trailblazing women during 2019 Women’s History Month

As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we want to acknowledge local women who have blazed the trail for today’s women continuing to make a difference in a world once dominated by men. It wasn’t so very long ago men dominated the highest non-elected positions in Carson City government.

Girls Are the Key to Powering America’s STEM Future

New technology and scientific innovations make our world more connected and more competitive, and it isn’t just scientists and the experts in Silicon Valley who are noticing these changes. As a United States senator from Nevada and the CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA, we have seen firsthand how technology is changing the fabric of our everyday lives and increasing the competitiveness of American businesses in towns and cities across the U.S.

U.S. Census: Nevada becomes fastest growing state in the nation

Nevada is home to more than 3 million people, ranking it as the fastest growing state in the nation, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's national and state population estimates released last week.

Tahoe Housing Trouble Part 2: Employers cite housing for inability to find employees

Even on the busiest weekend, drive through a Lake Tahoe neighborhood and you're likely to see some houses with the lights off and curtains drawn, locked up for months at a time. Growing second home ownership has helped contribute to a shrinking inventory of available housing.

Carson City Community Development: Residential projects won't exceed build-out population

A report updating the growth management projections for Carson City has been released by the Carson City Community Development Department, concluding that build-out of residential master plan areas will not exceed the city's build-out population.

Newest data shows increase in Nevada food and agriculture exports

Recently released data from the U.S. Census Bureau Foreign Trade Division for 2017 on the total Nevada food and agriculture exports show more than $362 million in annual exports. This is an 8.5 percent year over year increase, and a 106 percent increase since 2013.

Nevada moves toward shared parenting with new law

Nevada has moved from being among the worst states for shared parenting laws to being in the top third. Shared parenting is a flexible arrangement where children spend as close to equal time with each parent as possible after divorce or separation if both parents are fit. It has been shown to be highly beneficial to most children. The changes in the Nevada custody law were brought about by Nevada’s Parental Rights Protection Act of 2015.

Carson City makes gains but still searches for a sense of place

“Every American city, whether it prides itself on its public sculptures or deep-dish pizza, on hot-air balloons or woolen jackets, on abundant trout streams or Greek architecture, needs to develop that identity, or if it has been allowed to escape, remember what it once was.”

That single sentence written by Robert E. Price, author of “The Bakersfield Sound” and award-winning Executive Editor of the newspaper Bakersfield Californian, struck a chord with me, for as we go forth with our “reimagining,” we still don’t have a clear vision/identity of who we were or who we are today.

Nevada in-migration

Nevada starts 2016 with a solid tailwind regarding population growth, according to recent U.S. Census Bureau estimates and related analysis.A bureau release in December based on growth from ...

Nevada in-migration helps spur growth

Nevada starts 2016 a week from now with a solid tailwind regarding population growth, according to recent U.S. Census Bureau estimates and related analysis.A bureau release this week based on growth f ...

Research firm ranks Carson City 12th best small city in the U.S. for law graduates

A national research firm has ranked Carson City as among the best small cities in the nation for lawyers and recent law school grads. GoodCall Data Center notes in a report published Wednesday that Nevada's capital city made the list because of high lawyer salaries, great amenities and employment options.

State demographer: Tesla will add to region's growth but tourism still likely largest economy driver

The Nevada State Demographer’s Office at the University of Nevada, Reno has released its most recent population projections for Nevada and its individual counties, projecting through 2033.

Silver Springs Tops List of Best Nevada Home Buying Opportunities

Lyon County, Nevada was the fastest-growing county in the United States prior to the 2008 economic collapse took one of the biggest hits statewide in the foreclosure crisis. The state overall was one of the hardest hit nationally and the housing market is still in recovery.
A glimmer of hope was seen in 2013, as home values headed up while foreclosure rates headed down, according to a report from the Lied Institute for Real Estate Studies at the University of Nevada Las Vegas.

Nevada demographer: Carson City population for 2013 projected at 55,122 residents

The Nevada State Demographer’s Office at the University of Nevada, Reno has released its most recent population projections for Nevada and its individual counties, projecting through 2032. After seeing population declines in 2011, 2012 and this year with 363 less people living here, Carson City's projected population is 55,122.

“As our state recovers, people should bear in mind that Nevada was hit by three economic factors in the last decade: the housing bubble, the spike in fuel prices, and the financial crisis. Even so we grew by 35 percent from 2000 to 2010,” Jeff Hardcastle, state demographer, said.

State Medical Association Supports Expansion Of Medicaid Eligibility Under Affordable Care Act

CARSON CITY – The Nevada State Medical Association has announced it supports expanding Nevada’s Medicaid caseload as permitted under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA).

The association’s board of directors met on Sept. 8 and adopted the policy statement, which was based on the information currently available about the expansion of the Medicaid program.

Nevada Retailers Expect $245 Million In Back-To-School Spending, Up 15 Percent Over 2011

CARSON CITY – Nevada retailers and their online counterparts expect to see $245 million in spending on back-to-school merchandise for public school children this year, a 15.4 percent increase over spending levels in 2011, the Retail Association of Nevada (RAN) reported today.

GOP Members Of Congress Ask Governors To Reject Health Exchanges, Nevada Program Already Well Under Way

CARSON CITY – A letter from 12 U.S. Senators and 61 members of the House to the nation’s governors asking them to oppose the creation of health care exchanges under the Affordable Care Act comes too late to have any effect in Nevada.

Nevada’s Health Insurance Exchange Moving Forward Following Supreme Court Ruling

CARSON CITY – The Silver State Health Insurance Exchange is moving forward to ensure that Nevada will have a state based exchange operational by Oct. 1, 2013, following the Supreme Court ruling Thursday upholding most of the federal health care law.

To date the Exchange has been awarded approximately $24.7 million in federal grants to pay for its establishment and implementation.

Nevada 10th Most Dangerous State For Driving, Study Shows

CARSON CITY – It probably comes as no surprise to many Nevada motorists that the state is ranked in the Top 10 as one of the most dangerous in which to drive.

Nevada rounded out the top 10 states for dangerous driving with 1.56 fatalities for every 100 million miles driven, according to the report by carinsurancecomparison.com.

Special Masters Begin Work On Drawing New Nevada Political Boundaries

CARSON CITY – The business of drawing new political boundaries will now get under way by three court-appointed special masters following two days of public hearings on what Nevada’s legislative and congressional districts should look like for the next decade.
The clock is ticking.

Carson Judge Russell Expected To Rule Quickly On Redistricting Guidelines, Sets Public Hearings For Oct. 10-11

CARSON CITY – Racial gerrymandering, fracturing, packing, nesting – a three-hour hearing today in Carson City District Court over how to draw Nevada’s new political boundaries was full of arcane concepts and obscure terminology.
The much anticipated ruling from Judge James Todd Russell on guidelines for drawing those new districts will have major ramifications, however, for the state’s voters and its two major political parties.

Online Sales of School Supplies Could Cut Into Retailers’ Share

Spending on back-to-school supplies in Nevada will likely remain stagnant this year, but a jump in online sales could reduce the portion of state retailers.
A National Retail Federation (NRF) survey estimates 31.7 percent and 33.4 percent of families with K-12 children and college-aged students, respectively, will be doing most of their back-to-school shopping online. That is up over last year from 30.8 percent and 28.6 percent.

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