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"Housing First" advocate to speak at Carson Dems' tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/19/2020 - 9:58amFeatured speaker at Monday's virtual Democratic luncheon will be Dee Dee Foremaster, executive director of the Rural Center for Independent Living and Do Drop In day refuge for the homeless and mentally ill. The topic of her presentation will be "Housing First: Why the first and primary need of an individual experiencing homelessness is to obtain stable housing, and that all other issues affecting that individual can be addressed once housing is obtained."
Those convicted of minor marijuana offenses to be pardoned, says Nevada State Board of Pardons Commissioners
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 06/17/2020 - 12:48pmToday, in a unanimous vote, the Nevada State Board of Pardons Commissioners passed an amended resolution put forth by member Gov. Steve Sisolak in which those convicted of minor marijuana offenses would be pardoned.
DMV offices in Carson City, statewide open with phased-in limited service
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/15/2020 - 12:46pmThe Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles reopened its branch offices in the Silver State including Carson City and Reno, which saw brisk business Monday.
Northern Nevada gardening with JoAnne Skelly: A look at the enchanting iris
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/14/2020 - 9:39amI am fascinated with German bearded irises with their frills, color combinations and scent. I’m also interested in the changes that occur to the flowers after a number of years. I have had deep goldenrod ruffled irises lose their ruffles and fade to a lovely light yellow after years in the same location.
Carson City deputies arrest shirtless man for allegedly 'walking around with throwing knives' outside auto parts store
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/13/2020 - 3:46pm— A 33-year-old transient man was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia after allegedly “walking around with throwing knives” while appearing to be under the influence.
Visitors welcome back: Tahoe South reopens Friday under revised safety guidelines
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/11/2020 - 3:55pmSouth Lake Tahoe will begin the long-awaited rebound from the Covid-19 pandemic with the opening Friday, June 12 of select area attractions, trails, beaches, retail, dining and accommodations on both the Nevada and California side of South Shore.
Nevada governor addresses state employees, proposes monthly furlough day, hiring freeze
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/11/2020 - 11:59amNevada Gov. Steve Sisolak notified state employees Thursday of proposed plans to address the projected Fiscal Year 2021 budget shortfall.
Preliminary estimates indicate approximately a $900 million General Fund shortfall, when combined with the Distributive School Account, the revenue shortfall increases up to $1.3 billion in Fiscal Year 2021. The estimated revenue shortfall represents a significant percentage of the state’s overall $4.5 billion operating appropriations for the fiscal year.
Nevada governor wants pardons for those previously convicted of minor marijuana offenses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/11/2020 - 8:13amCARSON CITY — Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Thursday that he placed a resolution for consideration on the Board of Pardons Commissioners agenda to provide relief to tens of thousands of people who were previously convicted for possession of small amounts of marijuana.
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.
Nevada governor's plan addresses $812M budget shortfall through cuts, spending reversals
Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 6:57pmGov. Steve Sisolak has released a plan to fill an $812 million shortfall caused by plummeting tax revenues amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic as business closures earlier this spring designed to halt the spread of the virus brought the economy to a sputtering halt.
DMV to reopen June 15 in Carson City, statewide; plans include drive tests, new tech solutions
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/08/2020 - 1:59pmCARSON CITY — Beginning Monday, June 15, 2020, the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles will reopen all branch offices in the Silver State.
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.
Senator Square: Digital media students create Carson High School year in review video
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/07/2020 - 9:26amAs a digital media teacher at Carson High School I asked my students if they wanted to do a year in review video. Nick Baggio, who is an editor for the announcements, and Gianna Johnson, who is an anchor on the daily announcements, jumped right on the project.
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.
Hundreds return to work at Carson City's Casino Fandango
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/04/2020 - 9:46amCasino Fandango, the largest casino in Carson City, opened its doors at 8 a.m. today. As announced by Gov. Steve Sisolak, Phase 2 of Nevada's Roadmap to Recovery allows gaming to resume Thursday.
Nevada's economy was one of the most affected in the country during the COVID-19 pandemic; the initial reopening of Casino Fandango means that over 350 team members are able to go back to work and provide for their families.
Carson City man jailed for felony domestic battery, allegedly strikes victim in head with flashlight
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/03/2020 - 10:40amA 46-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of felony domestic battery with substantial bodily harm, a sheriff's deputy report states.
Four jailed after five-month meth investigation in Douglas County
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/31/2020 - 10:41amA five month investigation into suspected methamphetamine distribution led to the arrests of four people Friday in Gardnerville, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
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.
Carson City arrests: Man jailed for alleged meth, ecstasy possession after motorhome hits car
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/26/2020 - 10:55amA 24-year-old woman was arrested May 22 for suspicion of possession of a stolen vehicle, possession of a controlled substance and other alleged offenses, a Carson City sheriff's report states.
Nevada COVID-19 deaths in April dwarfed flu deaths over same period in 2018, 2019, new analysis shows
Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/25/2020 - 5:38pmThe number of Nevadans who died last month after contracting the novel coronavirus was more than four times the number of those who died from influenza and pneumonia over the same period in each of the last two years, according to an analysis by The Nevada Independent of a state report on causes of death and the state’s COVID-19 dashboard.
Western Nevada College celebrates graduation of 94 Jump Start students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/24/2020 - 6:46amWestern Nevada College’s 2020 Jump Start graduating class includes 94 students representing Carson, Churchill County, Dayton, Douglas, Fernley, Pioneer, Silver Stage, Smith and Virginia City high schools; Oasis Academy and Nevada Virtual Academy; and through homeschooling.
Unemployment assistance begins for Nevada's independent contractors, gig workers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/24/2020 - 6:13amCARSON CITY — Independent contractors and gig workers eligible for the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program can now begin filing weekly claims online, the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation announced Saturday.
Douglas County Board of County Commissioners Hold Special Meeting to Discuss Douglas County Budget
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/22/2020 - 4:58pmDouglas County Board of County Commissioners will be conducting a Special meetings on May 26 and 27, 2020 to discuss the possible adoption of the FY 2020-21 Final Budgets for Douglas County; Douglas County Redevelopment Agency; the Towns of Gardnerville, Genoa, and Minden; and the Tahoe-Douglas Transportation District.
Fishing Report: Spring Fishing has begun, Lakes and Campgrounds beginning to open
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/22/2020 - 11:12amHello fellow anglers, welcome to Memorial weekend. As many of you know, Inyo County is closed to fishing until June 1st. But on May 22 the Mono County Board of Supervisors wrote a letter to the CDFW director Charles H Bonham, requesting the reopening of fishing season earlier then their previous request. As of May 23rd, Mono County is now open for the 2020 fishing season, right along Alpine County that opened on May 15th.
For those that will be getting out, Alpine County is open for fishing throughout the county.
Nevada Unemployment Rate Near Thirty Percent; Employment Down 244,800 in April
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/22/2020 - 9:47amAccording to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s (DETR) April 2020 economic report, employment in Nevada is down 244,800 jobs over the month and the unemployment rate rose to 28.2 percent.
This report is the first report which covers the period affected by the COVID-19 public health emergency and shows the impact of temporary business closures in the state.
Nevada DMV re-opening date forthcoming, offices to have limited services for first 30 days
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 9:24amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles is preparing to reopen after shutting down on March 16, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, a reopening date has not been set. All full-service DMV offices remain closed.
Carson City's Duke’s Steak House among first casino restaurants to reopen under phase 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 3:37pmThis Friday, May 22 at 4 p.m. Casino Fandango’s award-winning Duke’s Steak House in Carson City will reopen to the public. As part of phase one reopening, the Nevada State Gaming Control Board is allowing restaurants inside casinos to open provided certain industry-specific criteria are met; Duke’s will be one of the first to reopen in Northern Nevada.
Western Nevada College recognizes 650 students who make up 2020 graduation class
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/18/2020 - 2:22pmAlthough Western Nevada College has delayed its commencement ceremony to honor its 2020 graduation class because of COVID-19, the college is proud to announce and congratulate its list of graduates.
Gaming regulators say casino restaurants are allowed to reopen, with restrictions
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/15/2020 - 12:11pmNevada gaming regulators are giving restaurants inside still-shuttered casino properties the green light to reopen, with some significant restrictions still in place.
Unemployment program for Nevada's independent contractors to begin taking applications Saturday
Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 5:23pmState officials say they will start accepting applications on Saturday for a highly anticipated program that will offer unemployment benefits to independent contractors, self-employed people and gig workers.