Veterans of Foreign Wars
Veteran Support Golf Tournament
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/11/2023 - 12:24pmVeterans of Foreign Wars Post 8071, Serving Virginia City and Dayton is hosting a golf tournament to support our Veteran and Community Services Building project.
Tournament will be held on Saturday, September 2nd at the Dayton Valley Golf Club. Start time is 8:00 AM.
Nevada governor releases final details, program notes for tonight's 2021 State of the State
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 11:55amNevada Gov. Steve Sisolak released the final viewing details for the 2021 State of the State address that happens Tuesday.The pre-program begins at 5:45 p.m. and will air at the link here. Then, at 6 p.m., the 2021 address will air by going to the link here.
Local 169 donates $12,500 in grocery gift cards to northern Nevada nonprofits to help families and veterans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/25/2020 - 8:50amLaborers Union Local 169 donated $12,500 in grocery store gift cards to seven local nonprofits in northern Nevada to support the local community in this time of need.
Senator Square: Carson High School retro-homecoming a big capital city success
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 10/03/2020 - 11:55pmThe Carson High School Retro-Homecoming and Respect Week went without a hitch, and the beauty of it was administrators, teachers, and staff had nothing whatsoever to do with making the decisions as the students chose both the candidates and the winners.
Senator Square: Banned books recognized, Spirit Week begins at Carson High School
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 1:02amIt may be a bit quiet around the high school lately, but this will not stop the CHS Student Council from making their senior year one to remember. Leadership Adviser Ann Britt said, “I am pleased to announce the Corona Virus cannot take the fun out of everything, so we are hosting a Spirit Week, Sept. 25 through Oct. 2, at CHS.”
Senator Square: Carson and Douglas teachers defeat officers in basketball game fundraiser
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 8:40amCarson High and Douglas High teaming up together is right up there with the appearing of Halley’s Comet. Officially designated 1P/Halley, this is a short-period comet visible from Earth every 75–76 year and is the only known short-period comet that is visible to the naked eye from Earth and the only naked-eye comet that might appear twice in a human lifetime.
Senator Square: Walmart awards Carson High School cheerleaders $5,000 grant
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/27/2019 - 7:58amCarson High School cheerleaders cheered as they entered Walmart in Carson City and then performed two more cheers on top of that. There is an old saying found in a very old book which says, “You have not because you ask not.”
Nevada United Veteran Legislative Council featured at Carson City council of U.S Navy League
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 12:26pmThe Carson City Council of the United States Navy League will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, Carson City.
Our Dinner and Meeting will be held in the Juniper Room this month. The Social hour will start at 5:30 p.m. and Dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Community Supports Silver Stage Food Pantry During the Holidays
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/17/2017 - 3:28pmSilver Springs, Nevada – This week’s Silver Stage Food Pantry news includes recognition for several groups that recently added support to the Pantry: Dollar General Stores, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW Post 8071) of Virginia City, Northern Nevada Motorcylcle Association, and Safe Project of Reno.
Updated Nevada Day Parade line up list and map
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/26/2017 - 3:30pmHere is an updated parade list for all the entries in the Nevada Day Parade on Saturday. Note, there was a last-minute change in streets where the entries are supposed to line up that is different than the printed program. The change was made to accommodate some larger floats. Above is the line-up map, and the list is below:
New Deputy Director of Programs and Services takes helm at Nevada Department of Veterans Services
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/31/2017 - 1:29pm(Reno and Las Vegas, NV)—The Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) has named Fred Wagar its new Deputy Director of Programs and Services. Wagar brings vast experience in connecting veterans to services and benefits with strong background and expertise in helping disabled veterans.
Monday, May 30: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 05/30/2016 - 5:21amToday we remember those who have fallen while defending our country. The Historic Stewart Cemetery on Snyder will feature a ceremony at 10 a.m. Lone Mountain Cemetery hosts a ceremony at 1 p.m. and the public is invited to help remove the several hundred flags that were placed on the graves of veterans at 4 p.m. Dayton Cemetery holds their service at 9 a.m. Enjoy a free bar-be-que at Evergreen Gene’s. Check out all of Monday’s offerings below and enjoy the last day of this extra-long weekend.
MONDAY: Memorial Day
I Love Carson City’s Memorial Weekend Event Summary: May 28-30
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 05/27/2016 - 8:30pmMidnight Madness has descended upon the valley, bringing with it a 72 hour softball tournament at Centennial Park. Don’t be surprised to see more cyclists on the road: an unofficial pre-ride for Epic Rides is this weekend. Head to the Nevada State Railroad Museum to see the Glenbrook all steamed up. Take a look at the whole summary: there’s a whole lot of fun to be had around town during this three-day weekend.
SATURDAY:
Memorial Day Weekend 2016: Activities and observances around Carson City
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/27/2016 - 1:04pmHelp honor those who have served our country with a flag placing at the Lone Mountain Cemetery, or at one of the several Memorial Day ceremonies around the area. Here's what's happening this Memorial Day weekend around Carson City.
Kick off the summer with Memorial Day weekend activities
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 05/26/2016 - 6:00amMother Nature almost always has something wacky in store for Northern Nevada over Memorial Day weekend. Rain or shine (or unexpected blizzard) there is something fun to be found in Carson City. Be ready for anything with this sneak peak of this weekend’s activities. Help honor those who have served our country with a flag placing at the Lone Mountain Cemetery, or at one of the several Memorial Ceremonies around the area.
FRIDAY:
Silver Dollar a special find for Downtown Coin Club
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/21/2016 - 9:16amOnce upon a time in India, a 1921 Morgan Silver Dollar graced the neck of a United States Army Airman, who wore the currency as a memento during his service overseas.
From the moment Dan Wilson and Chuck Price saw the silver dollar, they knew right away that they were looking at a piece of history.
Assemblyman PK O’Neill receives commendation from veterans group
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/22/2015 - 1:50pmCARSON CITY, Nev. – The United Veterans Legislative Council presented Assemblyman PK O’Neill with a certificate of appreciation in recognition of O’Neill’s service to Nevada veterans in the 78th legislative session.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Sept. 26-27
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 09/25/2015 - 8:13pmThe Dog Days of Summer have hit town, so grab your favorite four-legged friend and have fun. CASI is hosting the ‘pooch plunge’ at the Carson Aquatic Center so that your pooches can beat this late September heat. Join the Nevada Humane Society at Lake Tahoe Brewing Company for the first annual ‘Brew-paw.’ Adoptable pets, a raffle, and more await. Don’t miss out on the downtown walk Sunday following coffee and mimosas at Adele’s. The ‘wag-n-walk’ will end up at the Visitor’s Center where you will be rewarded with a special pet tag.
VFW recognizes former Nevada commander
Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/10/2015 - 9:47amThe Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States announced David Sousa has achieved All American status as a department commander. Sousa, former commander of the Department of Nevada, is one of only 17 V...
Senator Square: Carson High staff and students lead by giving through the holidays
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/21/2014 - 9:44amThis is the season for giving. Our students and staff at CHS have big hearts. Many Carson High School clubs and teams adopted families from the Empire School District for the Christmas holiday. Thank you to HOSA, FBLA, Boys’ basketball, boy’s baseball, Key Club, Link Crew, and Leadership classes for providing gifts and essentials to these families.
Memorial Day weekend fishing report for Nevada and Northern California
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/21/2014 - 11:49amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This Memorial Day weekend report is for the week of May 21-27, 2014.
Nevada 150 events planned locally, statewide throughout May
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/30/2014 - 10:06amMany events are scheduled throughout the Silver State in the month of May. These Nevada 150 events help celebrate all things Nevada and bring awareness to the state’s 150th Anniversary of Statehood. The following are events held between May 2 and May 15.
Romney Calls To Keep American Military Strong In 9-11 Anniversary Remarks In Reno
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 09/11/2012 - 12:45pmRENO – GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney told about 3,700 members of the National Guard Association of the United States here today that now is not the time to weaken the nation’s military.
On the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Romney said the return of the country’s troops from Iraq and the impending return of troops from Afghanistan in 2014 cannot be used as an excuse to impose devastating cuts on the Defense Department.
Romney Hammers Obama On Foreign Policy, National Security Leaks, In Comments In Reno
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 07/24/2012 - 2:30pmRENO – Presumptive GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney went on the attack against President Obama today in a speech to attendees of the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention here, criticizing him for national security leaks, weak foreign policy and a failure to seize on political opportunities in such countries as Iran.
Romney, speaking to the same group that Obama addressed on Monday, spent his 27-minute talk focusing on his foreign policy views and the need to maintain a strong military presence.
President Obama Touts His Accomplishments For Veterans, Military In Reno Visit
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 07/23/2012 - 4:27pmRENO – President Obama told members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars today that he has fulfilled the promises he made four years ago to make America safer, strengthen jobs programs for returning military personnel and fight homelessness, suicide and posttraumatic stress disorder among the nation’s veterans.
Nevada Senate Candidates Reid, Angle Spar Over Economy, Jobs, Immigration In Only Debate
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/15/2010 - 1:33pmBy Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
A much-anticipated face-to-face debate between U.S. Sen. Harry Reid and his GOP opponent Sharron Angle on Thursday displayed stark contrasts between the two candidates but provoked little in the way of controversy.