Nevada
Quad-County COVID-19 Thursday update: 6 deaths, 62 new cases and 81 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 6:09pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting 6 additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. We are also reporting 62 new cases and 81 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 10,182, with 5,429 recoveries and 161 deaths; 4,592 cases remain active.
Stewart Indian School Cultural Center Museum in Carson City to reopen Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 5:30pmCARSON CITY — The Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum announced Thursday it is reopening to the public on Tuesday, Jan. 19, the day after the nation celebrates Martin Luther King Day.
Soroptimist International of Carson City highlights 'Women Helping Women' honoree Lupe Ramirez
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 5:05pmOver the next five weeks leading up to Soroptimist International of Carson City's Feb. 18 virtual "Women Helping Women" recognition event, we will be introducing you to each of our 2021 "Women Helping Women" honorees.
Annual 4-H Fabric Sale Canceled for 2021
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 3:40pmThe annual4-H Fabric Sale sponsored by the Carson City, Storey County 4-H Council has been canceled for this year due to the ongoing Covid 19 pandemic. The annual sale is traditionally held at Fuji Park Exhibition Hall in late January or early February.
Scientists keep watch on climate and weather as drought grips Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 2:50pmRENO — With much of the State of Nevada listed as in extreme drought, Nevadans are facing forecasts for a mild winter, with little precipitation since the rainy season started. With these designations, southern Nevadans are facing a mild and dry winter and northern Nevadans are looking at an uncertain forecast. All could face water restrictions, crop or pasture loss and, with exceptional drought, water shortage emergencies.
Nevada Humanities Announces Nature-Themed Books for 2021 Nevada Reads Program
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 1:01pmNevada Humanities has announced the book selections for its statewide 2021 Nevada Reads program. Nevada Reads will feature two memoirs — Miracle Country: A Memoir by Kendra Atleework, and World of Wonders: In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments by Aimee Nezhukumatathil.
Carson City’s Carson Plaza one of the first senior communities picked to receive COVID-19 vaccine
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 12:42pmCarson City’s Carson Plaza has been selected as one of the first senior living communities in Northern Nevada to receive the COVID-19 vaccine facility-wide, which will undoubtedly bring a sense of security to its residents and caregivers.
Archival gown, historic coin press featured Saturday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 10:34amThe Nevada State Museum, Carson City, will showcase an early 20th century gown on Jan. 20, as well as historic Coin Press No. 1 on Saturday, Jan. 16.
Carson City, Quad County COVID-19 Wednesday briefing: 56 new cases and 90 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 6:04pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021 that there are 56 new cases and 90 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 10,120, with 5,348 recoveries and 155 deaths; 4,617 cases remain active.
Nevada Congressman Mark Amodei votes against article of impeachment
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 2:58pmWASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-02) today released the following statement after voting against the impeachment of President Donald J. Trump:
Red Cross seeks volunteers to serve Carson City and surrounding communities
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 2:35pmRENO — The American Red Cross of Northern Nevada is seeking volunteers to join its Disaster Action Team, serving Carson City and surrounding communities in the Carson Valley and other areas of Douglas County.
COVID-19 vaccine now available for Quad County, Carson City seniors 70 and older
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 12:44pmUPDATE THURSDAY FROM CCHHS: The Quad-County COVID-19 Hotline is experiencing a high call volume. We apologize for the delay in answering your call. If you are on hold longer than 30 minutes, the system will automatically time you out and you will be asked to leave us a voicemail. Due to a large number of voicemails and a high call volume, we are unable to return all calls at this time. If you are calling about the COVID-19 vaccine, please be patient as the number of people trying to book appointments has slowed down the website. If the page is not loading, please refresh your browser. We will be adding more events weekly, so continue to check back for any openings. We appreciate your patience.
Looking ahead for Carson City Black and African American business owners this Martin Luther King day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 12:15pmLast year presented some of the greatest challenges Carson City small business owners have faced. Unfortunately, there has been a disproportionate effect on diverse-owned businesses, including those owned by Black and African American entrepreneurs.
New leadership roles for Carson City School Board, re-elected sworn in
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 12:04pmThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce new leadership roles for the School Board of Trustees. At their first meeting of the year Tuesday, Jan. 11, Joe Cacioppo, District 7, was named the newest president of the Carson City School District Board of Trustees.
Deadline nears for Nevada schoolchildren to participate in aviation art contest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 11:45amCARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Transportation is reminding Nevada schoolchildren that there is one week left to participate in the National Association of State Aviation Officials’ art contest.
Greater Commercial Lending opens online applications for new round of Paycheck Protection Program, Wednesday at Noon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 9:58amCARSON CITY, Nev. — Greater Commercial Lending (GCL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Greater Nevada Credit Union (GNCU), announces the opening of its online application for the second round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at noon PST for both first-time and second-draw applications.
History of Women’s Suffrage focus of Jan. 23 community meeting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 9:56amCARSON CITY — The League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada will host a virtual community meeting on Jan. 23 from 10 am to noon. The meeting will tell the story of the fight for women’s suffrage starting with the history of the beginning of women’s battle to get the vote in America.
Quad County COVID-19 Tuesday briefing: 3 Carson City deaths, 111 new cases, 48 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 6:40pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 that there are three additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. CCHHS is also reporting 111 new cases and 48 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region.
Carson City-based In Plain Sight Marketing's Elizabeth Pearson earns Certificate in Principles of Public Relations
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 3:09pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — In Plain Sight Marketing LLC public relations and account specialist, Elizabeth Pearson has earned the Certificate in Principles of Public Relations by the Public Relations Society of America.
The entry-level certificate administered by the Universal Accreditation Board is awarded to recent graduates of the Public Relations Student Society of America to demonstrate their proficiency in the public relations field.
Nevada Democratic Assemblyman Assefa resigns, citing residency issue that is subject of criminal probe
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 1:24pmDemocratic Assemblyman Alexander Assefa has resigned from the Legislature after a criminal investigation was launched into his alleged misuse of campaign funds and failure to live in his Las Vegas-area district.
Carson City School Board to hold first meeting of 2021 tonight, Tuesday Jan. 12
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 11:53amThe next Carson City School District School Board meeting will take place tonight, Tuesday Jan. 12 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Bob Boldrick Theater within the Carson City Community Center.
NHP and statewide law enforcement campaign to cite motorists using cell phones while driving
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 11:50amBetween Friday, Jan. 15 and Jan. 25, 2021, Nevada’s law enforcement agencies throughout the state will be Joining Forces and citing distracted drivers. Nevada law clearly states that any use of a handheld electronic device — cell phone, mp3 player, GPS device, etc. — while driving is illegal.
Work for Warriors Nevada military support group to host Jan. 20 public job fair
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 11:02amCARSON CITY — The military support organization Work for Warriors Nevada is set to host a no-cost, virtual job fair on Wednesday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The fair will be online.
Sheldon Adelson, gaming and political force, dies at 87
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 8:10amSheldon Adelson, the son of a Boston cabbie who became a billionaire and left an indelible mark on the worlds of gaming and politics, has died after a long battle with cancer. He was 87.
Nevada to prioritize elderly, essential workforce concurrently under new COVID vaccine rollout
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 7:08pmNevada is moving to a new COVID-19 vaccination strategy that will allow the state to distribute doses to essential workers and priority segments of the population in tandem.
Quad County, Carson City COVID-19 Monday briefing: 34 new cases and 49 recoveries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 6:15pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 that there are 34 new cases and 49 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region. This brings the total number of cases to 9,953, with 5,210 recoveries and 152 deaths; 4,591 cases remain active.
WNC Continuing Education program offers more career training
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 5:15pmWestern Nevada College has revamped its Continuing Education program and is now geared toward providing career training and professional development, as well as offering a variety of personal enrichment classes like it has in the past.
Partnership Carson City to participate in public health 3-day cannabis, vaping summit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 1:06pmCARSON CITY — Executive Director of Partnership Carson City Hannah McDonald and Youth Program Coordinator and Training Specialist Samantha Szoyka will speak at the Public Health Cannabis and Vaping 3-Day Virtual Summit Jan. 12 to 14, 2021.
Nevada governor to provide COVID-19 mitigation and vaccination update today at 5 p.m.
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 12:38pmCARSON CITY — Gov. Steve Sisolak will hold a press conference today, Monday, at 5 p.m. to provide an update on Nevada’s COVID-19 mitigation and immunization efforts.
Nevada Health Link open enrollment ends Friday, COVID covered in all health plans
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 11:59amWith only four days remaining in Open Enrollment for 2021 health coverage, Nevada Health Link, the online health insurance marketplace operated by the state agency, the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange (Exchange), reminds Nevadans that all plans include access to COVID-19 related diagnosis and treatment, including COVID-19 vaccines when they become available.