Prevention

CARSON CITY — Emergency regulations aimed at curbing opioid abuse in Nevada took effect Friday when the Division of Public and Behavioral Health filed the regulations with the Secretary of State to comply with Assembly Bill 474, also known as the Controlled Substance Abuse Prevention Act.

In an effort to showcase the value of coming to school and being on time, Carson Middle School administrators, social workers and safe school professionals have taken a positive approach to motivate students. On Monday, Jan. 8, the first day back from the holidays, students were welcomed by school officials dressed in dinosaur suits holding giant banners and delivering cheers and “High Fives.”

Local Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) Branch No. 137 is proud to announce that its past president, Rick Athenour, will be installed as president of the West Coast Region on Jan. 10, 2018 at the Veterans Hall in Carson City.

RSVP Presents "Reaching For Zero", A Veteran Appreciation and Veteran Suicide Awareness Brunch. The event will be held Saturday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Nevada Governor’s Mansion Nevada Room.

Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong announced his bid for re-election Friday. Furlong has served as the 27th Carson City Sheriff since 2003.

CARSON CITY — Gov. Brian Sandoval and the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services announced an important reminder Friday that the provisions of Assembly Bill 474, the Controlled Substance Abuse Prevention Act, will go into effect January 1, 2018.

Two were arrested Sunday on felony charges of grand larceny after they allegedly attempted to steal more than $700 in merchandise for Kohl’s department store, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said. One of the two also faces an additional felony charge after an alleged theft of more than $680 in merchandise at Walmart.

The Carson City Senior Center has partnered with Subaru of America, Inc. and Save Mart Supermarkets in the automaker’s annual Share the Love Event with a “Stuff the Subaru” canned food drive at Save-Mart, 3620 N. Carson Street, on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 10 a.m. to noon.

Dayton, Nevada - Central Lyon Youth Connections (CLYC) has been an important asset in Lyon County communities for 25 years. They're inviting the public to join them in celebrating their 25th anniversary with a free pancake breakfast with Santa and photos by Denise Crites on December 9th from 8am-11am at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street. Reservations for the event can be made by leaving a message at (775) 246-0320.

A 28-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday for felony suspicion of embezzlement from his employer, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

CARSON CITY — The goal of Nevada Health Centers’ Mammovan is to make mammography services accessible and convenient for women by visiting locations across Nevada. The Mammovan will be making a stop in Carson City on Friday, Dec. 1.

Partnership Carson City is hosting a six week class for people with diabetes, pre-diabetes and caretakers.
The class, Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP), is a licensed diabetes self-management education curriculum developed by the University of Illinois, Chicago.

Carmen Rank, federal contractor to the Skyline Transition Assistance Advisor Program, is most recently known for her work in connecting all Nevada National Guard and reserve members to resources as well as benefits earned through military service.

Carson Tahoe Health’s manager of therapy services, Steve Yasmer, will provide fall risk assessments at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, on Friday, Nov. 17, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

CARSON CITY — In commemorating Diabetes Awareness Month, Carson Tahoe Health will be hosting a series of complementary diabetes self-management classes throughout the month of November.

A 32-year-old woman was arrested Sunday for felony suspicion of fraudulent use of a credit card, possession of a controlled substance and other charges, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Two men and a woman were arrested Thursday night at two locations on felony drug and related charges, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Brooklyn Maw, herself a Carson High School graduate, has returned to lead the One Up Club at CHS. What does this say to the community of Carson City when a former student returns to become a positive influence at her alma mater, well it is the highest form of flattery and shows that CHS positively and lastingly impacts students’ lives.

Nevada Day is just around the corner, but don’t jump the gun. This weekend offers fun for the young and young-at-heart. If you’ve got more apples than you know what to do with, the Greenhouse Garden Center has a cider press available today. Play BINGO for a good cause at the Carson City Senior Center, and don’t forget your costume. Carson City Symphony Association begins their 34th Season today with a concert at the Bob Boldrick Theater; as always, those under 18 get free admission.

SUNDAY:

Three people were taken into custody by the Carson City Sheriff's Office Friday morning at 10:58 p.m. following a welfare check by the Nevada Division of Child and Family Services, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy said.

Welcome back to the weekend, readers. Halloween stuff is plentiful (go HERE for a complete list of upcoming activities), pumpkins are patched, the ghosts are walking, and there are loads of events to keep you, your friends and family entertained. The Harvest Train at the Nevada Railroad Museum is a fun treat for kids of all ages. It’s time for the annual all-day downtown Ghost Walk. From 10 a.m.

Carson High School junior Ashley Figueroa was presented Thursday with a certificate proclaiming her winner of the State Fire Prevention and Awareness poster contest in the High School category.

A 22-year-old Dayton man was arrested early Friday for misdemeanor suspicion of trespassing and destruction of property after he allegedly walked into a home and passed out on a couch, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

CHS Honors Government Students, three separate classes, are hosting fundraisers as part of teacher Angila Golik’s U.S. Citizenship unit.

The Nevada State Honor Guard as well as the Las Vegas Firefighters Local 1285 Pipe and Drum Corps opened services Saturday morning at the Nevada State Firefighters Memorial in Mills Park to honor two Las Vegas area firefighters who died in the line of duty last year.

Nevada Health Centers will offer oral healthcare to children in northern Nevada through the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile unit, Oct. 28-29 in the parking lot of McDonald's, 3905 South Carson Street.

TedX has returned to the Brewery Arts Center, bringing inspiring speakers, great music, and something special to Carson City. If you can’t make it in person, you can catch it online at www.TEDxCarsonCity.com. Break a leg to the talented members of our Carson High School Theater Program – an updated version of the Greek Classic ‘Eurydice’ opens on the Bob Boldrick stage at the Community Center tonight. Bring a floaty to tonight’s Float and Flick at the Carson Valley Swim Center. Hocus Pocus is family friendly and a perfect Friday the Thirteenth film.

FRIDAY:      

Carson City Nevada TRIAD presents “Tripping Into Fall,” a fall risk and prevention workshop sponsored by Carson Tahoe Health at the Carson City Senior Center Friday, Oct. 13, at 11:45 a.m.

In a way, Hannah McDonald is claiming her legacy when she takes over at the end of this month as director of Partnership Carson City.

“As a kid, I grew up in prevention work,” she said. “I naturally kind of fell into the effort.”

Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval has proclaimed Oct. 2-6, 2017 the “Week of Respect.” In tow with the proclamation, the Carson City School District’s superintendent has made a Pledge of Achievement to ensure consistent implementation of anti-bullying programs and practices in all schools and work environments.