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Shopping center tenants vow to continue after Carson City anchor store leaves
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/05/2010 - 10:17amOf the 27 businesses that front the Plaza 50 in Carson City, home of the anchor store Sak N' Save, many of its merchants are now left to gauge how their own operations will change after learning the grocery store will close its doors for good on May 30.
But the show will go on for many of the merchants, who vow to put their best face on an otherwise bad situation. Much like the recession has been thus far in the capital city, the collective wisdom remains "hope for the best."
National Report Gives Nevada Good Grades for Tax Policy, Ability to Rebound from Recession
Submitted by on Wed, 04/07/2010 - 12:23pmCARSON CITY – Nevada has crafted the proper policies of low taxes and small government that has helped it weather the current recession, and these same policies have positioned the state to respond favorably when the economic recovery takes hold, according to a report released today by the American Legislative Exchange Council.
Frustration mounts for the CHS baseball team
Submitted by on Fri, 03/26/2010 - 12:41amFALLON _ It's early in the season, but the frustration is beginning to mount for the Carson High baseball team. And the youth of the team is no longer a scapegoat.
Carson City Sheriffs' Protective Association statement to the Board of Supervisors
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/18/2010 - 3:47pmThe following statement is from Don Gibson, president of the Carson City Sheriffs' Protective Association, which represents 77 employees. It was read to the Board of Supervisors today:
Big Turnover in Nevada Legislature
Submitted by on Tue, 03/09/2010 - 7:39pmCARSON CITY – Thanks to term limits and decisions by some lawmakers not to seek re-election, at least 16 members of the Nevada Legislature will not be returning in 2011, and the number could end up being even higher after Election Day in November.
Sixteen lawmakers are termed out of office in the 2010 election cycle, but three so far have filed for different legislative offices and could return to the Legislature for the 2011 session.
Carson City Sheriff's Office arrest reports for March 6-8
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/09/2010 - 4:17pmThe following is a summary of some of the arrests made by the Carson City Sheriff's deputies, March 6-8.
March 6
Committee discusses critical issues surrounding Nugget project
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Tue, 03/09/2010 - 1:11amMembers of the newly formed Carson Nugget Development Advisory Committee received an extensive briefing tonight on where the project is now, and what still needs to be worked out.
Nugget President Steve Neighbors and project consultant Mark Lewis were on hand to answer the committee's questions about the project before a capacity audience in the Sierra Room at the Carson City Community Center.
Comment on Why do so many Nevada high school grads need “catching up” before they can take college courses? by LVIEJO
Submitted by on Wed, 02/10/2010 - 10:44amOften times the fault does not lay with the teachers, but rather with the fact that “some kids” are just not ready for learning; everyone develops differently; some are ready for say 10th grade som
Comment on City Supervisors turn down Silver State High School’s plans for new site at Goni and Old Hot Springs by Dave Morgan
Submitted by on Fri, 01/22/2010 - 7:52amThanks for the correction Steve. You had a lot of supporters at the meeting, not the least of which are strongly impressed with your innovative and forward looking approach to education.
Comment on Website Updates Tonight by Joshua Johnston
Submitted by on Fri, 01/08/2010 - 10:43amI’ll take a look at those colors later on tonight, I should be able to come up with something a little bit clearer to read.
Comment on City Supervisors still moving along on the Nugget Project by Montana Cowboy
Submitted by on Fri, 01/08/2010 - 10:31amOkay, the Nugget will own the land and lease space to the city so we ( the taxpayers ) can build the new Library/Learning Center/Business Incubator.To these rheumey old eyes this doesn’t look to be
A deeply respected protector of the town has passed away…
Submitted by on Thu, 12/31/2009 - 8:59pm(Click image to play video)
The flags are at half-mast at Carson City fire stations as are many hearts at learning that Battalion Chief Rick Chrzanowski finally succumbed to brain cancer this week.
Carson J.V. wrestlers compete at ROP tournament
Submitted by on Wed, 12/23/2009 - 12:09amCruz Kerver won four of five matches and the Carson High junior varsity wrestling team went 2-3 during the Rite of Passage 2009 Winter Games dual team tournament held at Silver State Academy in Yer
Schools gearing up for more students learning basic school lessons on line
Submitted by on Thu, 11/26/2009 - 6:58am(Click image to play video)
In an effort to stem a steadily growing number of students turning to the internet for their basic school learning needs, and to help more kids graduate from high school, C
Teachers back down. Want to help state get fed education money.
Submitted by on Thu, 11/26/2009 - 6:58am(Click image to play video)
Teachers have long fought the idea of their own job evaluations being tied to the scholastic achievement of their students, saying education also belongs in the home, and t
“Behind Schedule” students getting new tools to help them graduate and improve learning skills
Submitted by on Thu, 11/12/2009 - 12:20amKeeping kids in school and performing better with on-line learning
Submitted by on Wed, 11/11/2009 - 8:41amAcknowledging that Carson City Schools lose many students for many reasons, Carson City School Board Trustees approved a plan Tuesday night that will put potential drop-outs in front of computers s
Keeping our school kids healthy enough for school
Submitted by on Wed, 11/11/2009 - 8:41amThe Carson City School Board Tuesday night gave staff the green light to explore setting up a medical clinic for Carson City Schools children who come to school not healthy enough to be effective l
Savings plan holds open enrollment
Submitted by on Wed, 11/04/2009 - 6:17amSavings plan holds open enrollment Staff Writer
Senator Square:Carson High works to conserve energy
Submitted by on Sun, 11/01/2009 - 6:37amSenator Square:Carson High works to conserve energyBy Erin Been
Durga: A Drum Story
Submitted by Brewery Arts Center on Sat, 12/06/2008 - 9:44pmYour perspective of drumming will be forever changed!
“DURGA’S DRUM STORY” is a unique and acclaimed performance using multi-media to entertain
and inspire as you learn about the rich and fascinating history of drumming.