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Carson City area volunteers sought to judge senior projects, offer career guidance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/11/2019 - 10:34amCARSON CITY — As the district works on aligning workforce preparedness efforts under the Work-Based Learning umbrella, community partners will have more opportunities to share information with students including career exploration, preparation and training.
Senator Square: First generation college graduate shares his story with CHS students
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 9:03amEditor’s note: The following was written by Yetti De Luca, Carson High School’s District Work-Based Learning Coordinator.
Sergio Trejo Jr., a Las Vegas native and first-generation college graduate, visited several Carson City schools recently to share his inspiring story about his admittance to medical school. Trejo presented to more than 150 students.
Tazmanian Boxing debuts Carson City youth at recent USA Boxing event
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 11:15pmTazmanian Boxing Club in Carson City debuted two youth boxers at a USA Boxing event in Reno recently. Alfredo Carrasco Jr., and Jose Bedoy, got a chance to debut their boxing skills. Both displayed a lot of heart, skill and integrity, according to their trainers.
Celebrate Carson City's trailblazing women during 2019 Women’s History Month
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/03/2019 - 4:18pmAs 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.
Nevada Lore Series: The truly bizarre tale of Frank Sinatra Jr.'s Tahoe abduction
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/01/2019 - 11:28amDays after President Kennedy was assassinated, Frank Sinatra, Jr., just barely an adult, was in the midst of a tour getting his music career off the ground.
On his tour during a snowy Tahoe December, he performed at the Harrah’s Club Lodge in Lake Tahoe.
Little did he know he had a few followers trailing him from city to city, and they weren’t hopeful fans, but instead, hopeful foes.
Carson City Leisure Hour Club Recognizes Work of the CIRCLES Initiative
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/24/2019 - 2:37pmAt its Feb. 20 meeting, the Carson City Leisure Hour Club recognized the outstanding work of the Capitol City C.I.R.C.L.E.S. Initiative with a $500 donation. Accepting the check for the organization were Shelly Aldean, co-founder and past president, and Program Manager Thomas Blake, Jr.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Feb. 23
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 02/22/2019 - 8:39pmGood morning, Carson City, and welcome to the last weekend of February!
This Saturday is all about film appreciation around the area. The Carson City International Film Festival wraps up today inside the newly renovated Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, while the Tahoe Adventure Film Festival occurs at CVIC Hall in Minden.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, Feb. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/20/2019 - 5:53amHello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019. We're midway through the work week with yet another round of snow showers possible today and Thursday. But don't let the weather spoil your fun. There's several activities lined up throughout the day and tonight.
Walter B. Jones, Jr., A Rare Man of Courage (Opinion)
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/18/2019 - 2:49pmEntitlement, grandiosity, arrogance overlying insecurity, sensitivity to criticism, as well as hunger for acclaim are traits identified by Jerrold M. Post, George Washington University professor of psychiatry and political psychology.
This pattern of political narcissism is observably bipartisan as well as applicable to nearly all elected, be it local, state or at the federal level.
Nevada Artists Association Winter Show winners announced, Carson City reception on Feb. 23
Submitted by editor on Sun, 02/17/2019 - 3:43pmThe winners of the 2019 Nevada Artists Association Winter Show have been announced. The public is invited to visit the gallery at the Brewery Arts Center now through March 22 see all the submitted pieces. The winners are:
Jabs and Hooks: Simon says watch this boxing hit list
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 02/16/2019 - 1:36pmSimon’s Top 5 Prospects
1. Vergil Ortiz Jr. 20-year-old super lightweight (140 pounds), Dallas, 12-0 (12 KOs). Robert Garcia’s latest charge. A devastating puncher with a high boxing IQ.
Carson City area students win national awards at 2019 Junior Theater Festival West
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/14/2019 - 4:29pmStudents from Wild Horse Children's Theater in Carson City won a Freddie G Award for Excellence in Ensemble Work and earned other recognition at the 2019 Junior Theater Festival West held recently in Sacramento.
LEGO League program honors two Carson High School students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 12:20pmCARSON CITY — First LEGO League held its Northern Nevada Championship at the University of Nevada, Reno Saturday, Jan. 26, and two Carson High School students were honored for their service to the program.
Changing Lives in Carson City is topic for February Leisure Hour Club meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 4:01pmOn Wednesday, February 20, Carson City Leisure Hour Club members will hear from C.I.R.C.L.E.S co-founder and former Carson City Supervisor Shelly Aldean about the exceptional work of C.I.R.C.L.E.S. She will be joined by Thomas Blake, Jr., C.I.R.C.L.E.S. program manager, for the presentation.
EVENT CANCELED: Centennial Park cleanup in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 01/21/2019 - 11:09amUPDATE MONDAY: The MLK Jr. Clean-up at Centennial will be cancelled today due to muddy conditions at the site from the rain and snow we received Sunday and overnight.
What's happening around Carson City on Monday, MLK Day, Jan. 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/21/2019 - 10:20amHello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Jan. 21, 2019. Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a national holiday to honor the civil rights leader. Schools and most all state, local and national government offices are closed for the day. Ahead, skies are clearing and the storm overnight has begun to move out. After 10 a.m. the National Weather services says we will have sunny skies with a high of 39.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Jan. 20
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/19/2019 - 10:50pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! Don't let a storm and some wet weather forecast for today dampen your mood. The weekend isn't over yet! And with a little optimism, maybe the clouds will part just enough tonight to view the lunar eclipse.
Carson City enjoys mild weather ahead of Sunday storm
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/19/2019 - 5:06pmSaturday went to the dogs at Fuji Park dog park as owners and their four-legged friends enjoyed mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures into the mid-50s.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 19
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/18/2019 - 9:02pmWelcome to your weekend, Carson City. You have a brief reprieve from the cold and stormy weather Saturday as the National Weather Service forecast calls for partly sunny skies and a high temperature into the 50s.
Happenings around Carson City for Friday, Jan. 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/18/2019 - 12:40amGood day Carson City. It is Friday, Jan. 18, 2019. Heading into the weekend it looks like the heavy stuff is out of the way weather wise. Today we'll see a slight chance of rain and snow after 10 a.m. with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 46. Saturday we are looking at partly sunny skies and a high in the low 50s.
Happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/17/2019 - 7:59amGood morning Carson City, today is Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019 and it will be a soggy one at that. Rain will continue throughout the morning, changing to snow showers later this afternoon, which has prompted a Winter Weather Advisory for the lower valley areas such as Carson City and Carson Valley. Forecasters urge motorists not to travel into the Sierra today as several feet of heavy snow will impact roadways and travel.
GRAMMY Drummer John Riley in Concert with the RJO
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/16/2019 - 3:44pmGRAMMY award-winning drummer and educator John Riley will share the stage with the 17-piece Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) on Sunday, February 10 at Nightingale Concert Hall located at the University of Nevada, Reno. The concert starts at 2:00 p.m. and will include a variety of jazz and blues music.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/16/2019 - 7:31amHello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019. With snow plow efforts underway and a warm-up from Mother Nature, it looks like the morning commute will be a slushy one. Carson City schools will operate today at normal start times. That all may change tomorrow though as a significant winter storm is expected to bring snow and rain to the valley and feet of snow to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. Stay tuned.
Happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Jan. 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/15/2019 - 2:58amGood morning Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019. There's a slight chance of snow before 10 a.m., then a chance of rain and snow later this afternoon. Expect mostly cloudy skies with a high near 43.
Hackathon Jr is Coming to Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/14/2019 - 2:42pmHackathon Jr is coming to Dayton, Nevada in February 2019. Hackathon Jr. is pleased to announce the opportunity for students in the surrounding communities of Lyon County to participate in a Hackathon Jr. event at Riverview Elementary on February 23, 2019.
What's happening around Carson City this Monday, Jan. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/13/2019 - 8:35pmGood day Carson City. It is Monday, Jan. 14, 2019. A change in the weather is headed our way and will last through the end of the work week, with heavy snow expected in the Sierra and rain and some snow showers down to the valley floors.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Jan. 13
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/12/2019 - 9:46pmGood morning, Carson City, and happy Sunday! Our area is always teeming with wildlife. This time of year around the Nevada state capital you will find wild horses, birds of prey and Mule deer, among others.
With mostly sunny skies today and a high temperature in the mid-to-upper 40s, you've got few excuses not to get out and see the Eagle Valley breathing with its natural life.
Carson City Sheriff: Traffic stop results in major meth drug bust
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/12/2019 - 7:29pmThe Tri-County (Lyon, Douglas, Carson City) Gang Unit conducted a traffic stop shortly before 6 p.m. on Friday in Carson City that resulted in a substantial seizure of methamphetamine, as well as items used for the trafficking and sale of drugs.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 12
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/11/2019 - 9:57pmGood morning Carson City and welcome to your weekend. Weather is expected to be mild for most of this weekend, partly sunny with daytime high temperatures in the mid- to upper 40s.
Here is what's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 12:
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Jan. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/10/2019 - 10:53pmHello and good day Carson City. We are headed into the end of the work week, Friday, Jan. 11, 2019. We're looking at partly sunny skies ahead into the weekend, with a chance of rain or snow showers to round out Sunday. Stay tuned. Here's what's happening around Carson City today: