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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev – Operation Sierra Storm, the television meteorologists’ conference organized by the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority, generated national attention and provided comprehensive media results for South Lake Tahoe’s historic snowfall.

As I now conclude this particular article, it is just hours away from one of America's most revered events--if not the most. President-elect Donald J. Trump will be sworn in as the 45th President of the United States on the steps of the U.S. Capitol Building at 12:00 noon on January 20, and Mike Pence will be duly sworn in as the Vice-President of the United States.

Natalie Ontiveros, 15, was named Youth of the Year for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada at the Clubs annual awards banquet held at the Governor’s Mansion Thursday, Jan. 26 in Carson City.

The Carson City School District is seeking applicants for an appointment to its District 6 Trustee seat, CCSD Superintendent Richard Stokes said.

The seat was left vacant by Susan Hart, who resigned in December as she prepared to move out of state, the school district office said.

Sierra Music Society is offering a wonderful day of Opera, Food and Fun on Saturday, January 7th at 9:55 am. We are partnering with Century Riverside 12 and Silver Peak Restaurant and Brewery in Downtown Reno to present “Opera and Lunch”; a Saturday of opera and friendly, social enjoyment.

Food Maxx will be conducting an employment event on Tuesday, Nov. 22 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Carson City Nevada JobConnect Office to hire the remaining positions available before its grand opening on Dec. 7, 2016.

The American Red Cross of Northern Nevada and volunteers from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will practice activating neighborhood emergency evacuation centers at LDS church buildings on Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Carson City LDS Stake Center, 411 N Saliman Rd.

To legalize or not to legalize, that is the question we must answer on Nov. 8.

Or, is it?

I’ve taken my time this year to deliberate over the matter of recreational marijuana legalization — in spite of my general instinctive opposition to mind-altering substances — consulting with area experts on drugs and drug policy.

Following hours of interviews, reading and research, my conclusion is that there is something more sinister at stake here over Question 2 than simply the legalization of an illicit drug.

Halloween is two weeks away, the Nevada Day Parade a few days before, and the 2016 election a few days after. Learn more about our local races during the Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum today at noon. It will be streaming live right here on CarsonNow.org. Kids will enjoy the Makerspace at the Carson City Library where they can get their hands on some fun, yet educational, activities. Advocates to End Domestic Violence is holding a week long toiletry drive beginning today: donations will be accepted at Classy Seconds Thrift Shop and are much appreciated.

SunOpta empowers employees to bring well-being to life.

We're seeking qualified candidates for full-time manufacturing positions at our facility in Carson City.

Job Fair | Immediate interviews

Monday, October 17, 2016
1:00pm - 4:30pm

Carson City Community Center, Bonanza Room
851 E. Williams St, Carson City, NV

$500 Sign-on bonus

SunOpta offers competitive pay and benefits including:

Medical, dental, vision benefits
Wellness Rewards Program
401K Company Match

Northern Nevada Development Authority announced Wednesday that Cosmetic Enterprises Ltd. will expand its manufacturing facilities into Dayton, Nev. CEL plans to invest a substantial amount of new money in their new Lyon County facility while retaining their existing manufacturing plant in Pacoima, Calif.

Interviews for applicants to fill the Supreme Court vacancy are set for October 17-18 in the Supreme Court courtroom.The vacancy was created by the retirement of Nancy Saitta last month, leaving the c ...

If you need help and don't know where to turn, Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) probably has the answer.

Besides offering a host of services — from medical to housing and employment — CCHHS also acts as a referral source to community services as well as a hub where service providers and clients connect.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Carson City Airport Authority. The Airport Authority is a 7-member board that oversees all matters pertaining to the Carson City airport.

Northern Nevada League of Women Voters will host its election year candidate interviews on the following dates:

Tuesday October 11,2016
1. State Board of Education Dist. 2: David Carter and Pat Hickey
2. Board of Regents Dist. 9: Carol Del Carlo and Sara Lafrance
3. State Assembly District 40: Michael Greedy, Al Kramer, John Wagner
4 Congressional Dist. 2: Mark Amodei, Chip Evans, John Everhart, Drew Knight

Wednesday October 12
1. Carson School Trustee Dist. 5: Steve Reynolds and Michael Walker
2. Carson City Ballot Q1, Gas Tax indexing; Informational discussion

El Dorado County Connections - One Stop is hosting a free SERVPRO Hiring Event on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Community College (in the Aspen Room) located at 1 College Way in South Lake Tahoe.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors is looking to seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Carson City Open Space Advisory Committee. There is one open position, to fill a partial term expiring January 2017.

Panasonic Energy of North America and Nevada JobConnect will host a job fair on Wednesday designed for job seekers looking for full-time employment and careers in advanced manufacturing at the Gigafactory that is now being built near Reno.

A person of interest came forward Thursday in the alleged illegal attempted traffic stop that happened Wednesday on southbound I-580 in the area of Mt. Rose Highway, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.

NHP has contacted and thoroughly interviewed a person of interest in the incident that occurred Wednesday, said Trooper Duncan Dauber.

Sometimes Hollywood hits a homerun.

For example, The Big Short, the movie account of the US financial collapse of 2007-09. Its all-star cast is notable. But we were skeptical from the sound bites used in previews and other promotional blather that this would be another anti-capitalist propaganda flick. We were wrong.

Millions of people visit our region each year, and the shoreline is where most of them go to enjoy the beauty and the cold, famously clear water of Lake Tahoe.

The shoreline is also where a challenging mix of planning issues converge: Protecting the environment and our lake’s awe-inspiring scenery, managing recreation access, and respecting private property rights.

Panasonic Energy of North America and Nevada JobConnect are collaborating on plans to hold a job fair, focused on full-time jobs and careers in advanced manufacturing at the Gigafactory that is now being built outside Reno in Sparks.

Friends in Service Helping, also known as FISH, has announced two job opportunities that have become available. The organization is dedicated to serving the needs of the homeless and hungry individuals and families in Carson City.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from residents interested in serving on the Carson City Planning Commission. There is one position that has opened to fill a partial term set to expire June 2018.

UPDATE THURSDAY: Joseph Andrew Crump was arraigned Thursday in a Carson City courtroom. He was arraigned on suspicion of domestic battery first offense, being an ex-felon in possession of a stun gun, and being an ex-felon failing to register.
The District Attorney's Office hasn't concluded its investigation of felony child abuse, in which Crump was also arrested on suspicion. The matter remains under investigation. His bail remains at $40,000.
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A 36-year-old Carson City man faces multiple charges including felony child abuse, being a felon in possession of a stun gun, domestic battery and being an ex-felon failing to register, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Carson City Airport Authority. There is one open position, to fill an unexpired term for October 1, 2017.

The Airport Authority is a 7-member board that oversees all matters pertaining to the Carson City airport.

TO: Whom it May Concern
FROM: Campaign to Elect Chris Forbush
DATE: June 2, 2016
RE: Eligibility to Run for Assembly District 40 – Residency

Memories.

They are what Penny Reynolds takes with her as she approaches her last day at Carson High School.

The 31-year veteran teacher is retiring from the Carson City School District at the end of this week, leaving behind a legacy of unprecedented success in the CHS Culinary Arts Department.

When we’ve had enough of politics and politicians, we need a good fun exhilarating movie like The Right Stuff. After a long hard week, take Saturday evening to watch this rollicking 1983 classic with great casting, script, directing, settings, performances, action, music, editing and themes. Plus hot planes and some explosions.

There are many great aspects of the film, but we want to note one we find profoundly appealing. Something the world needs these days.

More than 220 job seekers exchanged 533 applications and resumes Wednesday with 35 employers from Carson Valley, Carson City and Stateline at a job fair in Gardnerville hosted by Nevada JobConnect and Douglas County Social Services.