JUDGES
Carson High School robotics team wins state championship
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/27/2019 - 9:43amCARSON CITY — Putting an exclamation point on the best season yet, the Carson High School robotics team, Cyber Mafia, was crowned state champions at the Nevada State FIRST Tech Challenge Championship held in Las Vegas Saturday, Feb. 9.
Carson City's Pioneer High School art students recognized
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 7:47pmMaya Angelou said, “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” Under the tutelage of art teacher Paul Lorion, two Pioneer High School students, Anahi Pacheco and Isaiah Zacarias, have been recognized for their exceptional creative efforts.
Three Carson City art students named 2019 Scholastic Art Award winners
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 1:05pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Museum of Art announced the 2019 Scholastic Art Award Winners, and on the list were a senior and junior from Carson High and one seventh-grader from Carson Middle School. Emily Richardson, 17-years-old, Sarah Woods, 17-years-old, Keira Serpa, 13-years-old, were all recognized as Gold Key winners.
Carson City area romance film competition winners announced at BAC dinner and movie event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/14/2019 - 11:16pmThursday night at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City featured a Valentine's showcase of locally produced films featured and judged as part of the "Tell Me You Love Me" Short Romance Film competition.
Carson City’s Marcus Yeager represents Boys and Girls Club in Youth of the Year competition
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 02/13/2019 - 7:23pmThe Boys and Girls Club statewide Youth of the Year competition was hosted Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center by Carson City’s Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada.
Carson City’s representative is a 16-year-old Carson High School senior named Marcus Yeager, who is in the top tenth percentile in school and is a Commander in ROTC.
Black History Program at Adams Hub Feb. 21
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/05/2019 - 9:16amFirst Choice Consulting presents a Black History Program at the Studio, located inside the Adams Business Hub, 111 W. Proctor Street in Carson City.
According to Michael Smith, CEO of First Choice Consulting, a premier educational consultant firm will present a video screening titled "Educating Black Boys" after the 30 minute video screening there will be a discussion and reflections opportunity.
Immediately afterward the video screening, attendees will have an opportunity to sample soul food delicacies prepared by members of the community.
Senator Square: Speech and Debate Tournament a success at Carson High School
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/02/2019 - 8:24pmCHS hosted the Northern Nevada Forensic League tournament last weekend.
According to CHS teacher and Speech and Debate Adviser Patrick Mobley, “We would like to thank all the judges and coaches who volunteered their time to help this tournament become a success.”
A very good boy from Carson City is heading to the Westminster Dog Show
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 2:19pmRyker is a three-year-old Spinone Italiano and Carson City native, and he is on his way to the Westminster Dog Show in New York as America's number one Spinone for 2018 with a handful of championship wins under his belt.
Senator Square: Solutions classes through CHS offer extra help to all students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/20/2019 - 7:55amSolutions is in full swing, and Carson High School is the only high school in Nevada with this amazing grant. The grant money provides out-of-school-time supports for at-risk students. At risk, a broad term in this grant, includes students who are at risk of not passing a class, at risk of becoming truant, or just in need of a safe-place after school.
Nevada Lore Series: Abe Curry and the Founding of Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/17/2019 - 12:44pmPeople, even Nevadans themselves, often ask why Carson City is our beloved capital. It does seem odd, when you look at the “City,” half rural, half town. Reno has more than double our population, and Las Vegas even more. During the Comstock Boom, Virginia City was arguably the largest, most profitable city in the state.
So how did little Carson City become the central legislative hub of Nevada?
Lyon County School District hosts student-led International Economic Summit
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/16/2019 - 10:35amSILVER SPRINGS — Economics, finance, technology, creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, writing, speaking, debate and design: This only begins to explain the plethora of activities Lyon County School District’s economic students had been exploring in the semester leading up to and on the day of the International Economic Summit in LCSD.
Opinion: Judicial Appointments — The Long Game
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/11/2019 - 2:18pmWhile the media and House Democrats will focus their attention on investigating President Donald Trump in 2019, Senate Republicans will concentrate on the long game of reshaping the federal judiciary by confirming as many of President Trump’s judicial nominees as they can in 2019-2020.
Happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/09/2019 - 11:05pmHello and good day Carson City. It is Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019. Expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 49. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. Here's what's happening around town:
Justice Gibbons begins term as Chief Justice, 2 Justices join the Nevada Supreme Court
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/07/2019 - 1:02pmCARSON CITY — Two Justices on Monday joined the Nevada Supreme Court and a new Chief Justice has become the administrative leader of the Nevada Judiciary. Justice Abbi Silver and Justice Elissa F. Cadish were sworn in as Justices during an inaugural ceremony this morning in Carson City.
CASA Volunteer Information Hour and Training Jan. 10 in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/05/2019 - 10:23amCASA of Carson City is looking to expand its volunteer base. There are thousands of children in the State of Nevada residing in foster care currently. These children have been removed from their homes, their friends and they need a strong advocate to stand up for them and express their wishes.
Carson City CASA volunteer information hour and training scheduled for Jan. 10
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/02/2019 - 8:47pmCome learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate or CASA! Carson City CASA is beginning their first volunteer training session of 2019. Would you like to advocate for children? Do you feel strongly that a child's voice should be heard? Would you like to make a difference? Then CASA may be just for you.
Free talk on domestic violence Nov. 27
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/16/2018 - 10:06amHere are some random tidbits on domestic violence I bet you didn't know:
According to the Nevada Domestic Violence Resource Manual, most victims of domestic violence leave their abusers — often several times. It may take a number of attempts to permanently separate because abusers use violence, financial control, or threats about the children to compel victims to return.
Carson City School District earns award for strategic communication plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/05/2018 - 10:38amThe Carson City School District was recently recognized for its communication efforts as part of the Sierra Nevada Chapter of Public Relations Society of America annual award ceremony.
Carson Creepy Short Horror Film awards presented Tuesday at Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/31/2018 - 10:44amWired Wednesday Digital Arts Association held their annual Carson Creepy Short Horror Film competition screenings and awards on Tuesday, October 30th at the Brewery Arts Center.
Local filmmakers were challenged earlier this month to make short horror films in exactly one week.
Letter to editor: A victim of speaks out
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/21/2018 - 10:32amMy name is Colleen Bannister and I was a victim of a violent crime. This is a bit lengthy so I apologize but so is the ride through the justice system. Entering the justice system is nothing like people think. You think it's as easy as you are a victim and the bad guy will be punished.
Senator Square: Carson High School Future Health Professionals compete before judges
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/21/2018 - 2:17amKelly Gustafson, a Carson High School Health Science teacher and HOSA adviser in the Career and Technical Education Department at CHS, provides this week's news regarding a health career competition. She reports the following:
Carson City firm grows with the times, Emilee N. Sutton Joins Allison MacKenzie law firm as Associate Attorney
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 12:37pmAllison MacKenzie Law Firm is pleased to welcome their newest associate attorney, Emilee N. Sutton. Emilee joined the firm on August 27, 2018 and will focus her practice on Administrative Law, Business Law, Probate, and Litigation. She is a former law clerk for the Honorable Lynne K. Simons at the Second Judicial District Court in Reno, and extern to the Honorable Howard D. McKibben, U.S. District Court, District of Nevada.
Carson City's Shoe Tree Brewing Co. awarded bronze at Great American Beer Festival
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/24/2018 - 10:32amShoe Tree Brewing Co. of Carson City received a bronze medal at the 2018 Great American Beer Festival competition held in Denver this weekend.
Nominations sought for Nevada Wildlife Conservation Award
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/04/2018 - 2:33pmThe state’s Board of Wildlife Commissioners is currently seeking nominations for the 2018 Wayne E. Kirch Nevada Wildlife Conservation Award.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Aug. 11 - 12
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/10/2018 - 4:49pmI’m not even going to speculate on the air quality, but please use your best judgement when choosing your activities and there may be some cancellations that I am not aware of. Downtown has a full day of options, but the back roads may be a little more difficult to navigate due to construction projects. The great music that awaits will be worth the hassle. Read on and you’ll find indoors and outdoors activities that will help alleviate the cabin fever.
SATURDAY:
Governor Sandoval appoints Ann Wilkinson chairman of Nevada PUC
Submitted by editor on Fri, 08/10/2018 - 12:20pmCARSON CITY — Gov. Brian Sandoval announced Friday that he has appointed Ann Wilkinson Chairman of the Nevada Public Utilities Commission, effective Sept. 17. Wilkinson will fill the unexpired term of Joe Reynolds.
Friday fun in the Carson City area: a Movie in the Park, Jazz and Beyond, and more
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/10/2018 - 6:11amIt is finally Friday. As August melts away, it brings us closer to the new school year. Carson High returning students are invited to the Senator Kick-off this morning to get their fill of back-to-school updates. Families will love the Movie in the Park; bring a blanket or chairs and come prepared to enjoy ‘Coco.’ Three days of high-flying fun begins today at Heritage Park in Gardnerville as the Splash Dogs competition gets underway. You will always find live music around town on Fridays, but during the Jazz and Beyond Festival, it seems like music is everywhere.
Thursday happenings in Carson City and beyond
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 08/09/2018 - 6:29amLooks like another great day to stay indoors. The Carson City Library has several activities planned today, and one of them might be what you’re looking for. Story time this morning is for the little ones. Just about everyone is welcome to participate in their weekly Lego Club build. Families will enjoy movie night; just make sure to register online if you’re planning on seeing Peter Rabbit with them this evening. The Jazz and Beyond Music Festival is in full swing, so you’ll find plenty of music around.
Paul Laxalt, former senator and Nevada governor dies at age 96
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/06/2018 - 6:15pmPaul Dominique Laxalt, a former Nevada Governor, United States Senator, Lieutenant Governor and District Attorney, and one of former President Ronald Reagan’s closest friends in politics, died at a healthcare facility in Northern Virginia on Monday. He was 96.
Understanding the Impact of 'Rule of Law' on Nevada Businesses
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/01/2018 - 3:28pmCarson City attorney, Joel W. Locke, a partner at Allison MacKenzie Law Firm pens a short series on “The Rule of Law” to help educate Nevada businesses on its impact.
Locke recently attended the State Bar of Nevada Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL. The three-day event was held at the Drake Hotel on July 12-14, 2018. The meeting’s theme was “The Rule of Law” and focused on the discussion of how the legal profession has helped shape the rule in our country’s history, and its role in the future.