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Carson City nonprofit that helps pets nationwide receives COVID-19 grant from U.S. Humane Society
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/30/2020 - 11:45amFeeding Pets of the Homeless, a national animal welfare nonprofit based in Carson City, Nev., received a $5,000 grant. The Humane Society of the United States grant helps to provide financial assistance towards fulfilling their mission.
The buzz around Carson City as designated Bee City No. 76
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/29/2020 - 2:30pmYou might have heard that Carson City is now a Bee City. But what does that mean, how did it happen, and how can you help?
What happened is that a small group of committed beekeepers decided to approach the city with the idea, and then worked tirelessly for two years with Carson City Board of Supervisors and Mayor Bob Crowell to develop an organization committed to protecting pollinator habitat within the city boundaries.
Celebrating milestones in the age of social distancing
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/28/2020 - 11:19amIn their nearly 70-year marriage, Georgia and Lew Foster had never spent a single anniversary apart, and they weren’t about to break that tradition because of COVID-19.
Celebrating their 70th-wedding anniversary would require some planning and creativity on the part of Summit Estates Senior Living and Memory Care, where Lew lives, but this sort of planning is in this team’s wheelhouse.
Carson City area Salvation Army Captains Mark and Leslie Cyr headed to Colorado
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/21/2020 - 7:45amSalvation Army regional headquarters has announced that Captains Mark and Leslie Cyr of The Salvation Army serving Carson City and Douglas County have been appointed to the Pueblo, Colo., Salvation Army.
State of Nevada receives emergency management reaccreditation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/15/2020 - 12:07pmGovernor Steve Sisolak received notification from the Emergency Management Accreditation Program Commission that the State of Nevada has achieved reaccreditation. This achievement was approved through a rigorous and voluntary assessment process coordinated through the Department of Public Safety’s Division of Emergency Management, Homeland Security. The State was notified of the approval last week.
Carson City non-profit is fighting homelessness, starting with access to housing first
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 06/14/2020 - 11:30amCarson City’s Ellen Jackson understands the homeless. She also understands what it takes to reduce homelessness one client at a time.
Spirit of Hope, the nonprofit Ms. Jackson manages, was founded in 2010 and has since been dedicated to providing long-term living arrangements for needy populations in Carson City.
Carson City Kiwanis announces Virtual Meals on Wheels Fundraiser as a success
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/12/2020 - 3:25pmThe Virtual Meals on Wheels fundraiser hosted by Carson City Kiwanis proved to be a big success.
The event raised $3,855.44, including a $1,000 anonymous donation and a donation from the club itself of $1,000 donation.
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.
Rodeo foundation gives 9-year-old Carson Tahoe patient $11,000 grant at surprise parade
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/08/2020 - 12:26pmThe Reno Rodeo Foundation awarded $30,000 to six families as a part of the organization’s Reno Rodeo Wish program, which supports the foundation’s mission to assist young people in Northern Nevada with extraordinary needs.
Brewery Arts Center has Big Summer Plans: Fulfilling the mission while keeping citizens safe
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 06/07/2020 - 4:43pmJune 6 was supposed to be the day of the kick-off concert to the 2020 Levitt AMP Carson City Summer Concert Series. Unfortunately, we all know that large gatherings like the ones that take place at Levitt AMP Carson City are just not possible right now.
Mammography screenings through Mammovan available in Carson City, northern Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/07/2020 - 12:44pmNevada Health Centers’ Mammovan will offer mammography screenings in Carson City and other areas of northern Nevada over the next two weeks.
Earthquake fault near Tonopah still active with 6,500 aftershocks
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/02/2020 - 1:57pmRENO — The magnitude 6.5 Monte Cristo Earthquake near Tonopah is still rolling. Two weeks after it woke Nevadans, the Nevada Seismological Lab has tracked a phenomenal 6,500 aftershocks — four at magnitude 5.0 and greater, from the earthquake sequence.
Carson City's Second Wind Thrift Store slated to reopen Tuesday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/01/2020 - 12:55pmCARSON CITY — After being closed over two and a half months due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Second Wind Thrift Store will reopen on Tuesday, June 2. Everything that you have come to enjoy about shopping at Second Wind will be the same including the great customer service and unmatched treasures.
Carson High School Cross Country seniors run 20.20 mile relay
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/25/2020 - 7:47amCARSON CITY — Saturday morning five seniors from Carson High School’s Cross Country team celebrated the end of the school year and their sports seasons with a 20.20 mile touch-less relay run. They began on the westside of Carson, ran up through Lakeview to loop around Franktown Road and finished at Bower’s Mansion State Park.
Carson and Pioneer high schools name valedictorians and salutatorians
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 8:29amThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce six high school seniors (four from Carson High School and two from Pioneer High School) who have shown exceptional academic prowess. The valedictorian and salutatorian honors represent the students who have earned the highest and second highest ranks, respectively, among their graduating class.
Nevada Arts Council to award $400K in emergency grants; applications taken June 1-15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/20/2020 - 2:38pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — Furthering its mission to support the nonprofit arts industry, the Nevada Arts Council will award nearly $400,000 in emergency relief grants funded by the CARES Act through the National Endowment for the Arts.
Carson City Kiwanis to host Virtual Meals on Wheels Fundraiser
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/20/2020 - 11:38amCarson City Kiwanis supports local causes serving children, youth, elderly and disabled. Focused on this mission, the club hosts an annual Bingo and Pasta Feed to support the Carson City Senior Citizen’s Center Meals on Wheels program. Unfortunately, like many other local events, the club was forced to cancel the April 2020 fundraiser due to COVID-19.
Two Carson City educators nominated for Nevada Teacher of the Year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/20/2020 - 9:25amThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce Ms. Christina Bourne and Ms. Jennifer Chandler have both been nominated and will have the opportunity to compete for “Nevada State Teacher of the Year.” The two were nominated because both have earned accreditations as National Board Certified Teachers. The winner and finalists of the state recognition will be announced later this summer in August.
OUR Center to Honor Outstanding LGBTQ+ Community Efforts at ‘Milk Made’ Awards
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/18/2020 - 8:44amOUR Center — a local nonprofit providing the Northern Nevada LGBTQ+ community access to support, resources, educational programs and more — will recognize the exceptional efforts that members of the community make in support of Northern Nevada GLBTQA (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Ally) rights at the Harvey Milk Day & Milk Made Awards.
Former Lyon County mine sees revitalization, restoration work continue
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 2:58pmMASON VALLEY — The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection says work to revitalize and restore the former Anaconda Copper Mine site continues to progress on schedule. The first phase of the project began in August 2019, and all necessary construction work at the site is on track to be complete by 2029.
2020 primary election voting guide to Nevada Supreme Court judge candidates
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 05/12/2020 - 1:04pmThe Nevada Supreme Court is the highest court in the Nevada Judicial system, and represents the third branch of government. There are two seats up for election: Seat B and Seat D.
Nevada agency for disabled, elderly receives $450K federal grant to support older adults, people with disabilities
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/11/2020 - 2:15pmCARSON CITY — The Aging and Disability Services Division recently received a federal grant of $450,000 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to support Nevada Care Connection Resource Centers as part of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Carson City restaurant milestone: Cracker Box diner celebrates 40 years Sunday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/10/2020 - 11:08amWhile not an ideal way to spend an anniversary, Sunday marked s a milestone among Carson City restaurants, with one having set a standard for both longevity and customer loyalty.
It was 40 years ago May 10, 1980 that the Cracker Box diner, located at 402 East William Street, opened its doors and has since served its famed breakfast and lunches from scratch to hungry patrons who will tell you how they savor the homestyle diner atmosphere as much as they do the food.
Lake Tahoe Boating To Be Phased In Per COVID Orders
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/09/2020 - 2:20pmThe Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has announced a phased approach to boating that discourages out-of-area visitation as part of state and local coordination on recreation guidelines for Lake Tahoe this season.
Carson City's Greenhouse Project to unveil new community classroom at Carson High School for year-round education
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 05/07/2020 - 10:15amAn expansion is underway at Carson City’s own The Greenhouse Project, which will provide more learning opportunities to those who are inclined toward agricultural science.
Meals for Carson City area food industry, hospitality workers available at The Union
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 05/05/2020 - 12:10pmHospitality Industry Partnerships (HIP) is excited to announce that they are expanding their meal distribution to Carson City starting Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 4 PM.
Nevada National Guard increases state’s testing capability; new sites in Carson City Quad area
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/05/2020 - 9:25amThe Nevada National Guard is set to begin setup of drive-through community based collection sites, beginning in Carson City and rotating to a number of mobile locations in the Quad County region of Douglas, Lyon and Storey counties.
Greenhouse Project's Carson City Mother's Day plant sale re-imagined with pre-orders, distribution
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/27/2020 - 3:25pmThe Greenhouse Project hosts the Social Distancing Plant Sale, a re-imagined continuation of its annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale, with all plants available by pre-order only, by phone and email.
Senator Square: Love letter to Carson High School students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/26/2020 - 7:50amEditor’s Note: This week's guest writer is Bridget Gordon-Johnson. She is a counselor at Carson High School. This is her report.
Staying connected to students, virtually, is the biggest challenge every educator is facing right now. Teachers, paraprofessionals, school counselors, administrators, school secretaries, custodians, and everyone for that matter is missing the energy and life students bring to our worlds.
Nevada Small Business Development Center kicks off 'Support Small Business 5-Day Challenge' this weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/25/2020 - 11:16amThe Nevada Small Business Development Center is pleased to announce a social media campaign to support small businesses across the state. The campaign, Support Small Businesses 5-Day Challenge, gives everyone a way to support small businesses from the safety of their home.