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DETR: Regular Continued Claims Decline as Economy Begins to Reopen, PUA Continued Claims Total Nearly 93,000
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/19/2020 - 11:11amFinalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) show initial claims for unemployment insurance (UI) totaled 10,620 for the week ending June 13, down 128 claims, or 1.2 percent, compared to last week’s total of 10,748. This is the seventh consecutive week of declines in regular initial claims. Through the week ending June 13, there have been 528,545 initial claims filed in 2020, 506,893 of which have come in the last fourteen weeks.
How to Repair Your Car on a Budget in Quarantine
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/19/2020 - 10:19amAdding another expense to your already piling bills is the last thing you need during this pandemic. However, if it involves your car, your main mode of transportation, it has to be addressed right away. Here are some tips that can help you cut down on those car repairs.
U.S. Highway 95 closure for earthquake repairs near Tonopah extended through June 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/16/2020 - 10:13amTONOPAH, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Transportation is extending the temporary closure of U.S. Highway 95 between the U.S. Route 6 and State Route 360 junctions through June 30 in Esmeralda and Mineral counties.
Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss spending for birth control, vaccines, next year’s holiday events and more
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/12/2020 - 11:37amThe next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting is scheduled to take place June 18 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room at the Carson City Community Center, located at 851 E. William St.
Nevada Air Guard teams with Air Force in 'classic association' to form 422 Test and Evaluation Squadron
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/10/2020 - 11:40amThe Nevada Air National Guard will team with the active duty Air Force to form a classic association with the already established 422nd Test and Evaluation Squadron located at Nellis Air Force Base, Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Ondra Berry announced Wednesday.
NDOT to resurface Centerville Lane in Douglas, weather pushes up start date to June 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/07/2020 - 7:40pmCARSON CITY, Nev. – Closures will be in place June 9-17 on Centerville Lane, State Route 756 in Douglas County as the Nevada Department of Transportation resurfaces the roadway. The start date was originally set to begin Monday, June 8.
Carson City Board of Supervisors vote to institute 5 cent diesel fuel tax through city ordinance
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 06/04/2020 - 10:52amThe Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 on Thursday to accept a new diesel tax in Carson City, with Supervisor Lori Bagwell voting against.
According to the agenda, Nevada Revised Statute (NRS) 373.062 to enact by ordinance a zero to five cent per gallon tax on the sale of diesel fuel within Carson City.
U.S. Highway 95 earthquake repairs near Tonopah to close roadway June 3-17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/31/2020 - 10:53amThe Nevada Department of Transportation is temporarily closing U.S. Highway 95 between the U.S. Route 6 and State Route 360 junctions from 6 a.m., June 3, through 4 p.m., June 17, in Esmeralda and Mineral counties. (This stretch of highway averages about 2,300 vehicles daily).
Douglas County announces Topaz Lake Campground to open June 1
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/30/2020 - 11:01amIn response to Governor Sisolak’s announcement of our entering Phase Two of COVID- 19 Recovery, Douglas County Community Services is pleased to announce the reopening of Topaz Lake Campground effective June 1, 2020.
Health and Human Services launches Nevada 211 app, aims to connect people with resources
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/28/2020 - 2:08pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services has announced the release of a Nevada 211 app to help more Nevadans connect with the resources they need.
Carson Educational Support Association gives 'thank you' shout out to local business supporters
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 12:09pmThe Carson Educational Support Association would like to thank the following businesses for sponsoring and donating to our educational support staff banquet. Although the banquet was canceled due to the Covid 19 pandemic, prizes have been given to the CESA members who won Classified of the Year.
Carson Ridge Disc Golf Park closed Mondays for maintenance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 11:15amBeginning May 18, 2020, Carson Ridge Disc Golf Park will be closed on Mondays for a course maintenance day. During the closure, volunteers will be working on general maintenance to the tee pads, trails, baskets and course clean up.
Single lane closures eastbound on Highway 50 in Dayton begins Wednesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/12/2020 - 9:46amCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will take place on eastbound U.S. 50 in Dayton May 13-15 as the Nevada Department of Transportation fills age-related cracking of the roadway surface.
Douglas County Shooting Range closed for maintenance
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/08/2020 - 11:12amBeginning April 27, 2020 through May 15, 2020 the Douglas County Community Services Department will be closing the Douglas County Shooting Range for maintenance and safety enhancements.
Carson City lifts closures on select outdoor recreation activities
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/01/2020 - 12:16pmIn response to Governor Sisolak’s Directive 016, relaxing restrictions on some outdoor recreation activities is allowed starting today, if participants recreate safely and in a manner that prevents the spread of COVID-19.
Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department will be reopening the following facilities with restrictions to ensure the health and safety of staff and participants. If you do not feel well, please stay home.
Outdoor tennis and pickleball courts-reopening May 1
Public invited to provide feedback on Nevada's statewide transportation project process
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 8:28amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting the public to comment on proposed changes to the process of planning transportation projects and improvements outlined in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.
Lane closures begin for I-580 sign changes in northern Carson City, Washoe Valley and Reno
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/19/2020 - 4:10pmLane closures will take place beginning Monday, April 20 as the Nevada Department of Transportation changes exit numbers on Interstate 580 between northern Carson City and the Reno spaghetti bowl.
With meetings canceled, Nevada and federal agencies offer varying guidances for weighing in on environmental issues
Submitted by admin on Sun, 04/19/2020 - 1:02pmIn late March, the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe sent a letter to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation requesting that the agency delay a public comment period for a controversial and complicated project to do maintenance on the Truckee Canal, a manmade diversion off the Truckee River.
NDOT to distribute nearly $22 million in CARES Act money to support rural transit services
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/14/2020 - 8:32amCARSON CITY — Nevada has received nearly $22 million in rural transit relief funding following Congress’ passage of the CARES Act. This is in addition to transit funding dedicated to the state’s metropolitan transit services.
The Federal Transit Administration recently announced appropriations of $25 billion in national transit relief funding.
Even before COVID-19, Nevada’s withered unemployment insurance system struggled to handle workload
Submitted by admin on Sun, 04/12/2020 - 11:18amCecilia Gonzalez made her first call to Nevada’s unemployment office last Friday at 7:59 a.m., hoping that she might snag an open line the minute the agency opened to resolve a sticking point in her claim about her work history and eligibility.
Error in Carson City COVID-19 test performance leaves local resident in limbo
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/07/2020 - 1:00pmAfter spending over a week in horrible pain, a local quad-county resident was finally able to secure a COVID-19 test. However, the situation became all that more complicated when the test was administered incorrectly by Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS).
CCHHS admitted to the error, and has rescheduled a second test to be performed today.
Lyon County implements diesel tax, votes down new subdivision
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/03/2020 - 4:49pmThe Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2020-2021 county’s Tentative Budget on April 1, 2020. The County Manager and Comptroller have recommended the budget with no salary increases and a projected 6.6% ending fund balance which is lower than the 16.67% authorized by Nevada Revised Statutes.
The County Manager also recommended that the Board not fund any of the 35.8 positions requested by the various departments including:
24 Personnel for the Sheriff’s Office
1 Information Systems Technician
1 Community Development Director
1 Public Works Director
Have you had discolored water or low pressure? Carson City water main flushing underway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/31/2020 - 3:04pmIt’s that time of year — water main flushing time! You might have noticed strange waterflow occurrences or discoloration, no need to worry, Carson City Public Works crews are conducting much needed maintenance on the main line pipes.
Carson City School District honors 2019-2020 Educators and Employees of the Year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/31/2020 - 9:53amThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce individuals who have excelled in their positions as educators and employees and have been recognized for their works of merit by their peers and coworkers.
Grass area of popular dog-friendly Sonoma Park in Carson City to open Friday afternoon
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 2:57pmA portion of Sonoma Park in Carson City, which has been closed since earlier this month for maintenance, will re-open Friday. The main grass area will be opened to the public and dogs on Friday, March 27 at 3 p.m. weather permitting.
Carson City Parks and Recreation update on facility closures and program cancellations
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/22/2020 - 10:33amCarson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space announced March 18 its update on office and staffing changes, facility closures and program cancelations and postponements due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Indy Explains: What ‘essential’ businesses can still operate in Nevada after coronavirus shutdown?
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/21/2020 - 1:01pmGov. Steve Sisolak has ordered — not asked — all nonessential businesses in the state to shut down and cease operations at midnight Friday as part of a monthlong closure to avoid further spread of the novel coronavirus.
But what exactly is an “essential” or “nonessential” business?
"Zero Contact" Homes Services
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 3:30pmNorthern Nevada Residents, At The Happy Outlet, we are implementing the "Zero Contact" service call. And, we are cutting the consultation fee in half! The safety and wellness of our clients, team members, and your families is our top priority.
In accordance with the CDC and other government guidelines, we have immediately taken the following preventive measures to help reduce your risk of exposure to COVID-19.
• The Happy Outlet is implementing increased cleaning regimes of our office and service vehicles, to keep our team members healthy in order to serve you.
NDOT continues essential highway services, transitions business services online
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 2:58pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation continues to fulfill all essential public highway services, including roadway maintenance and construction. Following Gov. Steve Sisolak’s direction and public health guidelines, the Department has transitioned to online business services and protocols as a proactive measure to help reduce spread of COVID-19 in our communities.
Be A Carrier...of a Positive Attitude!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 7:46amAllow me to share a little positivity with Northern Nevada this morning.
We are a residential electrical service and maintenance company, and considered essential services. Yesterday, our HAPPYness representative, Jessica, had a client tell her how much he appreciated the normality our company is maintaining despite everything going on.
Our entire community has an awesome opportunity to shine through this and help others. Look for joy in the little things. They all add up to bigger things.