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Cancer survivor returns to claim victory on Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Run
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/12/2017 - 4:44pmWhen Alison Chavez laces up her running shoes Saturday for this weekend’s Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Run, she’ll be looking for more than a finish. She’s out for redemption.
Carson Tahoe Cancer Center co-hosts fly-fishing retreat for patients
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 07/01/2017 - 8:50amCancer patients were treated Friday morning to a fly-fishing retreat in Gardnerville co-hosted by Carson Tahoe Cancer Center and Casting For Recovery, a national organization that has been funding outdoor events for cancer patients over the past two decades.
Friday, June 23: Things to do in Carson City and beyond
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 06/23/2017 - 3:14amPlease remember that I am just the messenger and the bad news is that you can only be one place at once. You'll have to choose between a Beatles Experience in McFadden Plaza and the concert at the Brewery Arts Center Minnesota Street Stage, where the Big Bad Voodoo Daddies kick off the first of the Levitt Concert Summer Series. Get yourself registered for the Karson Kruzerz' annual 'Run Whatcha Brung' at the Max Casino and stick around for Route 66 on the stage. You'll have to keep reading for the rest of it - summer fun has arrived in full force.
FRIDAY:
Carson Tahoe Health opens blood and bone marrow transplant care clinic
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/15/2017 - 10:08amCarson Tahoe Cancer Center in Carson City opened a new blood and bone marrow transplant care clinic on Monday with support from the Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah. Under the collaboration, a Bone Marrow Transplant physician and nurse from HCI will travel to Carson City once a month to treat patients both before and after they receive a transplant.
Carson City Soroptimist Introduces Hands-On Projects
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/15/2017 - 12:26pmSoroptimist International of Carson City welcomes members of the community to its lunch meeting Wednesday, March 22. The club meets from noon until 1 pm in the north room of Glen Eagles Restaurant.
Nowruz 'New Year' celebration in Carson City to benefit Veterans Healing Camp
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/13/2017 - 11:36amGet your tickets now for the Annual Nowruz “New Year” Celebration Feast to benefit Veterans Healing Camp on Tuesday, March 21 from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Casino Fandango Buffet Banquet Room in Carson City.
This casual and festive fundraiser features great food, music, dancing, silent auction and door prize. Nowruz is the ancient Persian “New Year” celebrated since 1700 B.C. that occurs on the first day of spring at the vernal equinox. Please treat your favorite veteran to a night on the town and support this great cause.
Carson Mall hosts inaugural health, wellness and safety fair in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/28/2017 - 10:01pmThe first annual Carson Mall Health, Wellness, and Safety Fair was held on Saturday, Jan. 28.
Trisha Pagayuan, Promotions Director of the Carson Mall, talked about how the event came about in the community.
Winner picked for Spas for a Cause
Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/18/2016 - 1:39pmJonathan and Svetlana Lang were selected as winners of a new spa as part of the Spas for a Cause raffle contest to benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Meet The Author: Former Sparks Resident Releases Much Anticipated Debut Novel
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/01/2016 - 9:01amTexie Susan Gregory Launches Meet and Greet Book Signing Tour in Reno, NevadaAuthor Texie Susan Gregory returns to Northern Nevada to hold a meet and greet, and book signing event on November 5th, 2016. The event will be held at Barnes & Nobel Booksellers, 5555 S Virginia Street, Reno, Nevada, from 1:00 pm till 3:00 pm. The event will highlight Gregory’s debut novel, Slender Reeds: Jochebed’s Hope.
Senator Square: Peter Garrett goes All-American
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 10/23/2016 - 7:17am(Editor’s Note: Schmidt is a senior and editor of the Carneta yearbook and The Senator Newspaper programs at CHS.)
Every high school athlete’s dream: to be named an All-American in their sport. To do this, one would have to participate in an organized All-American game.
For Carson High senior Peter Garrett, his soccer dreams are being lived in early December, when he will travel to Raleigh, North Carolina, from the 1-4.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Oct. 22 – 23
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 10/21/2016 - 7:20pmHold onto your broomstick, this weekend is bound to sweep you up in Halloween fun. First you’ll need a pumpkin. The Harvest Train Festival and Pumpkin Patch at the Nevada State Railroad Museum is a good place to start. Take the costumed kids to a Trunk or Treat at Advantage Auto Works off Old Hot Springs Road courtesy of the members of Carson Cruise Meet and Greet. Team up with Mark Twain for a ghostly tour of our haunted downtown or you can choose a shorter tour that’s perfect for families. Keep reading, this is just the tip of the candy corn.
SATURDAY:
Senator Square: A round of thanks to individuals and businesses who support CHS
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 10/15/2016 - 8:34pmHow beautiful it is when businesses and individuals in the Carson City community give not only their time, but also their resources and services to educate and, in many instances, provide some type of financial benefit for the students of Carson City.
There are so many businesses — way too many to list — who have given time and time again to Carson City students from Kindergarten through grade 12, so that they might go on trips locally or across the country, usually having to do with academics or sports.
JoAnne Skelly: Miracle Broccoli Sprouts
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 10/15/2016 - 11:09amI just finished reading “The Secret Power of Broccoli” by Peg Herring for Oregon State University’s Agricultural Progress magazine.
I already knew that broccoli and its relatives (cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, arugula, collards, radish, turnips and others) were high in antioxidants. They provide important essential nutrients and help to reduce the risk of various cancers.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: Oct. 15 - 16
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 10/14/2016 - 6:49pmI’m usually a lover of sunny days, but right now I say bring on the rain. The moisture is a welcome help to our heroic firefighters in Lake Tahoe and Washoe Valley. Because of the wet weather and the recent fires, some activities have been postponed: most notably the Advocates to End Domestic Violence’s Annual Light After Dark Run. There are still plenty of things to occupy your time, but the weather may force more cancellations.
SATURDAY:
- Nevada Day Treasure Hunt: today’s clue at http://www.nvdaytreasurehunt.com/
Senator Square: Inaugural 'Week of Respect' a success at Carson High School
Submitted by editor on Sat, 10/08/2016 - 9:21pmCarson High School celebrated its first Week of Respect Oct. 3-7. Students and staff participated in daily activities promoting positive interactions to support a safe and respectful learning environment. Highlights of the week included interactive game stations where students gathered in Senator Square and engaged in board games and brain teasers.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Oct. 8-9
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 10/07/2016 - 6:48pmThe weekend is here and you’ll find plenty to do in Carson City and the surrounding valleys. Run from zombies in Virginia City as the REDRUN obstacle race returns. Find the perfect pumpkin at the annual Seeliger Elementary Pumpkin Patch. The long-awaited Animal Shelter has been built and is now home to adoptable pets waiting for a home: take a tour at their open house after the 10 a.m. ribbon cutting. Keep reading and you’ll find a great way to enjoy the weekend.
SATURDAY:
- Nevada Day Treasure Hunt: today’s clue at http://www.nvdaytreasurehunt.com/
Carson High CTE, FFA sell floral arrangements for breast cancer and domestic violence awareness
Submitted by editor on Fri, 10/07/2016 - 4:01pmCarson High School Career and Technical Education floriculture students led by agriculture teacher, Charlie Mann, are taking orders for floral arrangements created and sold to benefit local breast cancer and domestic violence charitable organizations. Orders will be accepted through Oct. 12.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Oct. 1-2
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 7:43pmGood luck, Carson City. The options for this weekend are endless, but you can’t be everywhere at once. CASI’s annual Pooch Plunge at the Carson Aquatic Center is always a fun time for your furry friends. Red’s Old 395 welcomes back the THiNK PiNK kick-off to breast cancer awareness month. Downtown you’ll find the wine walk, a rummage sale at the Veterans Memorial Hall, and the Fall Vintage Market at Due Sorella. Toast the season at Fandango: Oktoberfest has returned. Keep reading and be prepared to make some hard choices.
SATURDAY:
Flow for the Cure
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/29/2016 - 2:26pmKaia FIT Carson and Minden are joining all Nevada Kaia FIT locations to Flow for the Cure. We are partnering with Susan G Komen during the week of October 3rd to support breast cancer prevention.
Join us for any of our wonderful flow classes and your gift will support Komen Nevada in providing local community grants to help people in our community access education, screening and treatment. Your funds also support life-saving research initiatives that will enable scientists to discover the cures for breast cancer.
Suggested donation of $5-10 per class is encouraged.
Friday, Sept. 23: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 09/23/2016 - 5:11amJust like that, the season has changed. Keep a coat handy, Carson City, anything can happen now. Beach weather or blizzard: September keeps us on our toes. Battleborn Harley on Research Way is hosting one heck of a Street Vibrations party: live music, demos, and vendors galore. Swing a club for the Western Nevada College Foundation at Silver Oak Golf Course. Southbound Train arrives at Living the Good Life for an outdoor show, followed by a night of dancing. Uncle Funkle is always a fun time: find them at the Carson Nugget this weekend.
FRIDAY:
Carson Tahoe celebrates 15 years of Think Pink Breast Cancer Awareness campaign
Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/15/2016 - 9:21amCarson Tahoe Health’s 15th annual Think Pink breast cancer awareness campaign kicks off on Saturday, Oct. 1.
Red’s Old 395 Grill will once again host the event from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. in Carson City. The event is free to attend and individuals wearing a Carson Tahoe Think Pink T-shirt (any year) will receive free appetizers courtesy of Red’s.
Carson Tahoe celebrates opening of new Breast Center
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 08/11/2016 - 10:05pmCarson Tahoe Health held an open house Thursday for its brand-new Breast Center attached to Sierra Surgery Hospital at 1400 Medical Parkway in Carson City.
Thursday, August 11: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 08/10/2016 - 11:14pmHoly busy day, Batman! Carson City is abuzz with options. Art lovers won’t want to miss out on the Diversity Invitational Photography Show opening tonight at Mystique downtown. Learn about the history of Jazz with a free presentation by John Shipley in the Brewery Arts Center’s Performance Hall. Take the kids to the Carson Library for movie night: The Sandlot is fun for all. Sierra Surgery welcomes you to the grand opening of the new Carson Tahoe Breast Center. And the list goes on: keep reading for all of Thursday’s things to do.
THURSDAY:
New Carson Tahoe Breast Center to open in August
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/29/2016 - 8:17amIt has been reported that one in eight American women will battle breast cancer during their lifetime. And, studies show the best defense against breast cancer is early detection. With this in mind, Carson Tahoe will open its new comprehensive breast center in Carson City on Aug. 11.
Carson City Sheriff's Office arrests: Man jailed on suspicion of domestic battery
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 07/23/2016 - 10:46amA 35-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Saturday morning in the 100 block of Empire Lane on misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery and destruction of property, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.
Signups underway for Soroptimist Stroke to Help Golf Tournament August 27
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/22/2016 - 4:52pmAdvanced 3D mammography technology available to patients in Douglas County
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/05/2016 - 11:36amThe best defense against breast cancer is early detection. Annual screening mammography provides patients with the best chance for detecting cancer in the earliest possible stages.
Community gathers in support of Carson Tahoe Breast Center, celebrates art and inspiration
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/26/2016 - 11:35amCarson Tahoe Health recognizes their Foundation Advisory Committee member, Tami Marano, and her husband, Nick Marano, City Manager of Carson City, for hosting an uplifting evening of “Art, Beauty & CommUNITY” at their home Saturday, May 21.
Project Pink: Carson Tahoe hospital hosts May 12 breast health event
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/28/2016 - 12:24pmCarson Tahoe Health is encouraging women with a family history of breast cancer to be proactive about their breast health by attending the Cancer Center’s annual Project Pink event. A woman’s risk of breast cancer doubles if she has a close relative (mother, sister, or daughter) who has been diagnosed with the disease.
Hospital launches one-stop destination for breast health services in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/26/2016 - 2:15pmComing summer 2016, gaining access to complete breast imaging services in Carson City will be easier and more convenient than ever before. Michelle Joy, Chief Operating Officer of Carson Tahoe Health, announced Tuesday the plans for a comprehensive Breast Center at Sierra Surgery, located on the Carson Tahoe Medical Campus.