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Carson City School Board to discuss contest winners, upcoming events at Tuesday meeting
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 11/23/2020 - 7:30amThe next Carson City School Board Meeting will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 24 in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street beginning at 7 p.m.
The Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum the Focus of Upcoming Carson City Rotary Meeting
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/20/2020 - 1:08pmThe Stewart Indian School Cultural Center’s Museum Director Bobbi Rahder will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting. The meeting takes place online Tuesday, November 24, at 12:30 P.M.
DETR: Growth in long-term unemployed numbers reflected by continued claims
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/20/2020 - 11:17amFor the week ending November 14, initial claims for unemployment insurance (UI) totaled 7,243, down 313 claims, or 4.1 percent, compared to last week’s total of 7,556 claims, according to finalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR). Through the week ending November 14, there have been 760,038 initial claims filed in 2020, 738,386 of which have been filed since the week ending March 14.
'MaskurAid Ball' to raise money for The Greenhouse Project with dinner, raffles, and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/20/2020 - 9:00amThe Greenhouse Project is proud to announce the first MaskurAid Ball, taking place Jan. 4, 2021 in an event where masks are mandatory and costumes are optional.
Taking place at The Governor’s Mansion Nevada Room, the event will observe all social distancing and restricted capacity guidelines.Doors open at 5 p.m., a prize will be awarded for the Best Decorated Mask.
Carson City Board of Supervisors approve third settlement regarding Camp Carson molestation
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 3:20pmDuring the Thursday meeting of the Carson City Board of Supervisors, a $125,000 settlement demand was approved by the Board in regards to the alleged molestation of a five-year-old child who was, at the time, enrolled at Camp Carson.
Meals on Wheels Carson City joins Subaru of America in holiday giving partnership
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 10:47amThe Carson City Senior Center and Meals on Wheels Carson City is proud to announce that it will be participating in the 2020 Subaru Share the Love Event as a member of Meals on Wheels America — one of four national Share the Love charitable partners supported through the campaign.
Carson City Library receives grant to bring bionics learning to middle school students in 2021
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 10:04amReimagining learning, the Carson City Library is bringing robotics technology and engineering to Carson City middle school students in 2021. Utilizing analog and digital learning, students will build components of a bionic fish, elephant, and chameleon over the 3-day Bionics Camps designed to encourage STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) related career exploration and development.
Carson Tahoe offers 2 COVID testing sites, extended weekend hours; closes 2 Walmart clinics
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 5:15pmDue to the great demand for COVID-19 symptomatic testing in our area, and to help manage the influx of COVID cases, Carson Tahoe is providing symptomatic testing at two convenient locations. This service is reserved is for people experiencing COVID-like symptoms such as; fever, cough, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, and sore throat.
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 Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Hailey Huloo
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 11:58amHappy Wednesday Carson City! Say hello to Hailey Huloo, our newest Pet of the Week!
Hailey (aka Huloo) is a 5 and a half year old female American Pit Bull Terrier who is currently looking for her forever home where she will be the only pet; she just likes the attention all to herself, and I can’t blame her for that!
Few considered eligible for early ‘compassionate release’ as COVID-19 flares up at Carson City prison
Submitted by admin on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 8:47amNevada prison officials say they’ve identified just two people in a population of nearly 14,000 who might be eligible for an early release on the basis of their susceptibility to COVID-19 and other factors, even as more than 80 percent of the inmate population in a Carson City prison has tested positive for coronavirus.
Evacuations lifted following wildfire in Foothill and Mottsville areas of Douglas County
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 5:50pmUPDATE 6:43 p.m. Voluntary evacuations have been lifted. Motsville Road remains closed but should be opening soon, according to the Douglas County government Facebook page.
Carson Tahoe opens drive-thru clinic for symptomatic COVID testing in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 3:49pmThe Quad County area (specifically Carson City) is still seeing a significant rise in COVID-19 cases, and we are continuing to see a surge in hospitalizations as well.
Dayton Chamber awarded $14,150 for rural map project
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/16/2020 - 11:45amAt the November 4, 2020 meeting of the Nevada Commission on Tourism, the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center was awarded $14,150 as part of the COVID-19 Rural Recovery Grant Program to print 40,000 Dayton and Mound House map and brochures.
Diego does it! Carson City boxer scores upset victory
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 11/16/2020 - 9:08amDiego Elizondo proved them wrong.
The Carson City boxer scored an upset victory Saturday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, winning a unanimous six-round decision over South Carolina lightweight Desmond Lyons.
New self-check kiosks installed at the Carson City Library
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/16/2020 - 8:46amThe Carson City Library is not one to shy away from innovation and integrating technology. The latest, are four self-check kiosks installed last week designed to allow for hands-free or limited touch operation to help to curb the number of touches taking place, especially as pandemic concerns continue and the focus remains on keeping the community safe.
Nevada Department of Public Safety appoints new Parole and Probation Division Chief
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/15/2020 - 8:26amNevada Department of Public Safety Director George Togliatti has appointed Thomas Lawson as Chief of the Nevada DPS, Parole and Probation Division. The appointment is effective Monday, Nov. 16, 2020.
More than 80 percent of inmates at Carson City prison test positive for COVID-19
Submitted by admin on Sat, 11/14/2020 - 9:03amPrison officials say 81 percent of the inmates at Warm Springs Correctional Center in Carson City have tested positive for COVID-19, marking the worst outbreak to date in the state’s prison system.
DETR: Pandemic Unemployment Assistance claims fall after spike in the last two weeks; Regular claims edge down
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 2:03pmFor the week ending November 7, initial claims for unemployment insurance (UI) totaled 7,556, down 602 claims, or 7.4 percent, compared to last week’s total of 8,158 claims, according to finalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR). Through the week ending November 7, there have been 752,795 initial claims filed in 2020, 731,143 of which have been filed since the week ending March 14.
The Club at Rancharrah Offers a Safe Haven for Responsible Socializing
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 12:18pmIn an era of social and physical distancing, people crave the communion of family, friends and neighbors more than ever before. As we enter another month of pandemic restrictions, many in our community seek a safe way to connect in-person with their loved ones during these uncertain times.
Carson Tahoe Hospital: 'We are no longer living in an abundance of caution; now, we're in it'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 10:47amAs COVID-19 cases soar in Northern Nevada and local and regional hospitals are reaching capacity, Carson Tahoe Hospital in Carson City is making changes to adapt to the surge of cases.
Like the rest of Northern Nevada, the nation, and the world, Carson Tahoe has spent the last 8-10 months planning. Planning to be prepared in a crisis so we can still take care of our community; planning to persevere; planning to help one another.
Now – we’re in it.
Diego Elizondo heads south for Saturday night fight
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 10:16amDiego Elizondo doesn’t know much about his next opponent other than he is the favorite.
Carson City Toys for Tots in 'dire need' of volunteers, says Ron Wood Center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 9:36amFor many local children, Toys for Tots has made all the difference in their lives when it comes to the holidays. Due to COVID-19 this year, the need will be even greater, but in order to make it happen, volunteers are needed.
TMCC political scientist to speak at Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/13/2020 - 2:03amFred Lokken, political science professor at Truckee Meadows Community College, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon. Prof. Lokken's presentation will include a comprehensive review of this month's election results, as well as an in-depth analysis of what those results might imply for 2022 legislative races, as well as those for the House of Representatives, United States Senate, and state constitutional offices.
Carson City deputies arrest woman for drug possession after she parked in a stranger's driveway
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 11:02amA 54-year-old Reno woman was arrested in the area of Catalpa Dr. for possession of methamphetamine and possession of a dangerous drug without a prescription after parking in a stranger’s driveway for over 20 minutes.
Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum temporarily closes due to COVID concerns
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 8:25amThe Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum announced Wednesday it is temporarily closing to the public to comply with Gov. Steve Sisolak’s request for Nevadans to stay home to bring the virus numbers down over the next 2 weeks.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Swan
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 7:28amHappy Thursday Carson City! It's getting chilly out there, and you know there's nothing cozier than a new pup friend to keep your toes nice and warm!
That brings us to our newest Pet of the Week, Swan!
Carson Tahoe Health restarts ‘Mask Ask’ campaign
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/11/2020 - 10:00amWe are putting our ‘Bat-Signal’ out there once again, asking for our community’s help. We have been overwhelmed with the support from our community throughout this pandemic, but unfortunately, COVID cases are still going strong and so are we.
Carson Tahoe Health puts hold on elective surgeries, other services due to COVID-19 spikes
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 1:40pmCarson City and our Northern Nevada region are seeing a slow, but steady increase in the number of COVID cases. Noticing this, and acting on recommendations from the U.S. Surgeon General and the American College of Surgeons, Carson Tahoe decided to temporarily suspend non-emergent or non-time-sensitive surgeries through Nov. 22, in which time it will be reevaluated.
Bombas socks donates 2,745 pairs to Carson City's Ron Wood center to give to those in need
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/10/2020 - 1:07pmFor the second year, the Ron Wood Family Resource Center in Carson City has received a generous donation of more than 2,700 pair of Bombas socks to give to those in need around the community.