Special Needs

Irish eyes are smiling on us: it’s going to be a gorgeous day. You won’t have to look far for some green beer, whiskey, or corned beef – there will be St. Patrick’s Day parties all over. Live music is on the menu, as well. Choose from Men of Worth at the Brewery Arts Center, an all ages punk show at Sassafras, or Stereo Galaxy in the McFadden Plaza, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. The brave ones will be at the St. Baldrick Fundraiser at Red’s Old 395 where you’ll see some heads shaved for a good cause. Where ever you end up, just make sure you have a plan to get home safely.

The Family Stone band, founded by musical legend Sly Stone, will headline the 2017 Concert Under the Stars sponsored by the Cafe at Adele's on July 12 at the Brewery Arts Center's Minnesota Street Stage, said Adele's co-owner Charlie Abowd.

Bring Copies of your resume, meet employers, and find opportunities for jobs and internships. Veterans/Disabled/Individuals with Special Needs doors open at 1:30pm.

Bringing an American reality television series to CHS Business Students is another reason why Carson High School is a cutting edge high school. Thanks to teachers Billy McHenry and Angila Golik as well as Carson City community professionals, students are offered real life experiences.

COURAGE? You often know it when you see it in action. You definitely feel it. It can be witnessed over time. The attitude is sometimes defined by patience and heart. Webster writes: "facing and dealing with anything recognized as dangerous, difficult, or painful, instead of withdrawing from it, the courage to do what one thinks is right such as in willingness to live by one's convictions." This story began a long time ago as a little six year old girl in northwest Ohio. Bonnie Zimmerman was in first grade with me and I loved her. She seemed vulnerable and in need of friendship support.

September 20, 1948 – January 2, 2017
Helen Elaine Templeton, 68, After a long battle with cancer, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 2, 2017. She leaves behind her husband, John Templeton of Carson City, Nevada, brother Randy Cox, her children and bonus-children Carla (Tom), Heidi (Mike), Landon (Rachael), Mitty (John), Bonnie (Herb), and Glenn (Kim). Helen’s life was also filled with love from her many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

The one thing scarier for a child than not being home at Christmas is to be fighting cancer at the same time.

But it's a reality for a number of Northern Nevada children and their families this year.

Carson High School offers more than an amazing education, it provides students from around the capital city with new opportunities every year to participate in multiple clubs, organizations and events. Let's take a look.

The public is invited to participate in a public planning meeting on the South Carson Street corridor between Fifth Street and Appion Way to identify potential transportation priorities. The meeting will include a brief presentation and on the changing traffic conditions along South Carson Street and public planning activities. The public is encouraged to use this opportunity to provide input on the development of the South Carson Street corridor.

The PUBLIC PLANNING MEETING will be held:

Thursday, September 22, 2016, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
At Fuji Park, Exposition Hall

Few people really understand the world that David Haynes lives in.

There's his family, his treatment team, and now Francisco Rodriguez, owner of the Tazmanian Boxing Club in Carson City.

Moses and Flash enjoyed the attention of visitors Saturday at the STEP, Inc. Fundraiser held at the CAL-Ranch Store located at the corner of N. Carson Street and Old Hot Springs Road.

Wanted: A family, made up of one human or several, who will provide unconditional love, support and care, as well as a comfy bed, toys, yummy treats and unlimited belly rubs and the occasional long walk on the beach.

VIRGINIA CITY — Bonnie Matton, president and founder of the Wild Horse Preservation League in Dayton, will offer a presentation on the special needs and issues involving the wild horses who roam the Virginia/Flowery ranges at the Gold Hill Hotel Thursday Night Presentations on Thursday, June 16.

"I’m Alexia. I’m an Angel Pet.” This statement is just the beginning of a special adoption campaign at Nevada Humane Society in Carson City.

Featuring nearly two dozen cats and dogs with unique conditions, Angel Pets highlight those who are in need of a loving home even more than anyone else — and from June 2 through June 12, you can visit with these precious pets and fall in love yourself, thanks to a grant provided by the ASPCA.*

Hello fellow anglers, well the big kids have had there opening fishing day. Now it is time to the little kids to shine. On June 3-4, the 27th annual Lampe Park Free Kids Fishing derby will kick off the season for 2016. This event is open to all kids ages 3 through 12.

A 26-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Monday on suspicion of felony hit and run causing injury after a vehicle crash near the intersection of Saliman and Long streets, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

It took a long time, but Congress finally did enact the "ABLE" act. Section 529A of the Internal Revenue Code gives a way to fund an account for certain individuals with disabilities. The account is sort of modeled after the Section 529 plans that allow the funds for education expenses in the account to accumulate income (earnings) tax free.

CARSON CITY, Nev. – Assemblyman PK O’Neill filed today for re-election to his Assembly District 40 seat, encompassing Carson City and parts of southern Washoe County east of Highway 395.

“I filed because I believe that the Capital District deserves effective representation in the Nevada Assembly,” the Carson City Republican said. “When I originally filed, I pledged to listen to everyone in Assembly District 40, to consider their views and all available information, and to apply my own principles in voting for legislation. I believe that my actions are in accord with the majority of my constituents.”

While many pets only stay at Nevada Humane Society for a short time, some are overlooked and will reside here longer than others. They may be shy or overly energetic, older, a bit sassy, or have a special need, such as a diet restriction or perhaps missing an eye. These pets may be considered Less-Adoptable to some, but to us, and fellow animal lovers, they are considered still lovable! Wouldn’t you agree?

The annual talent show is coming up at Carson High School. The event will take place 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at the Carson Community Center. Auditions for the talent show will be on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2:05 p.m. in the upstairs cafeteria at CHS. Audition applications can be picked up from room No. 243 or the office. The CHS talent show is only open to ninth through 12th graders at CHS and cash prizes are awarded. The CHS chapter of FBLA is hosting this event. For more information, contact Mrs. Golik at 283-1737.

'Real Life of College' Seminar

Wellness Classes and Individual Counseling Staring January 4th
at Yoga Nidra Studio
Monica Marcinko is a Certified Wellness Coach with over 15 years in the Wellness and weight loss industry.

Classes include a wide range of topics Including:
* Goal Setting for Success (Jan.4th and 8th)
* Healthy eating and portion control
* Creating healthy habits
* Reading nutrition labels
(Call or email me for weekly class topics.)

Monday 12:30
Wednesday 4:15 *
Friday 3:30

* This class is for those with learning disabilities or special needs. ( Call for more information)

On November 22nd from 9:30-11:00AM, Caring Santa will be visiting Meadowood Mall. Caring Santa provides a subdued and welcoming environment for children with special needs and their families to visit Santa.
Reserve your spot at: meadowoodmallcaringsanta.eventbrite.com.

For more information please call (775) 827-8450 or visit http://www.simon.com/mall/meadowood-mall.

CARSON CITY, Nev. – The United Veterans Legislative Council presented Assemblyman PK O’Neill with a certificate of appreciation in recognition of O’Neill’s service to Nevada veterans in the 78th legislative session.

Former Carson City District Attorney Neil Rombardo has been named Chief General Council for the Washoe County School District, officials announced Tuesday. The district also hired a new police chief.

It was 10 p.m. on a temperate winter evening in early February three years ago when my best friend suffered a grand mal seizure. I rushed her to the hospital, and waited. And waited. And waited some more.

Then the doctor came out and informed me that she felt my friend had a brain tumor causing the seizure, because my friend was not responding to the anti-epileptic medication administered to her. The doctor said the only way to be sure was a three thousand dollar CT scan or MRI.

It was ten o’clock at night on a temperate winter evening in early February three years ago when my best friend suffered a grand mal seizure. I rushed her to the hospital, and waited. And waited. And waited some more.
Then the doctor came out and informed me that she felt my friend had a brain tumor causing the seizure, because my friend was not responding to the anti-epileptic medication administered to her. The doctor said the only way to be sure was a three thousand dollar CT scan or MRI.

Local Works of Art Professional watercolorist and arts instructor, Dana Childs is embarking upon a major painting project that includes creating a series of watercolors of the Sierra Nevada as well as supporting a local youth art painting project in our local town of Genoa if the initial goal is met.

In part three of this series, we will discuss the foster kids that CASA Volunteers work with. Foster kids are just that, kids. They are tall, short, fat, skinny and average sized. They have blonde, brown, black, red hair and blue, brown, hazel eyes. They have olive, freckled, light complexions. They love sports, animals, music and cartoons. They want to grow up to be doctors, fireman, models, and astronauts. They are kids.

Gov. Sandoval went to Fourth Ward School yesterday to sign AB165, the bill that creates "Nevada Educational Choice Scholarships," his pet project that will divert public school funding to private schools. They are supposed to give low income families choices, but will they?

SATURDAY, APRIL 4:
Head on down to Dayton for a big Easter Egg hunt starting at 10 a.m. at Abandoned Treasures, 5000 US HWY 50 East. Enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny, Pony Rides, a raffle, prizes, a bounce house, and vendors.