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Gov. Steve Sisolak told Nevadans experiencing some of their darkest hours of economic and public health devastation that he has a plan to create more than 165,000 jobs over the next decade, launch new initiatives to retrain displaced workers and build out an economy based on clean energy, blockchain and other futuristic technologies.

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation announced Tuesday that with the goal of helping Nevadans facing unemployment due to the global pandemic, Governor Sisolak gave the authorization for Nevada to start the application process to participate in the Lost Wages Assistance Program created by President Donald Trump under Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

Last year, Desert Research Institute (DRI) and the League to Save Lake Tahoe detected microplastics in Lake Tahoe for the first time ever, many of which were microfibers. This discovery revealed that microplastic pollution is not just present in oceans, but also in mountains and lakes, including highly protected areas like Lake Tahoe.

Nevada lawmakers voted along party lines to approve transferring the entirety of the state’s ‘Rainy Day Fund’ reserve budgetary account to plug massive holes in the state’s budget.

I’ve been working long hours. I hired an assistant to help with some of the projects that I deemed “on the floor” so I could put my effort toward billable hours. It’s been quite the juggling act in 2020. I feel like I’m being given a life lesson in what’s important, what’s crucial, and what keeps me smiling. Oddly enough, they are not all one in the same. Yet, they all have something in common.

The Brewery Arts Center welcomes Americana favorites from Lake Tahoe, The Dead Winter Carpenters, as the headline act to The Change Companies’ stage for the Levitt AMP Carson City free music series this Saturday, August 10. Acclaimed singer singer-writer Spike McGuire is the opening act.

The nonprofit organization greenUp!, which provides environmental education to businesses, announced Wednesday that it has eight restaurants so far that will be part of the Green Dining District pilot program on Carson Street in Carson City.

Heading into Friday, April 19, 2019 we are looking at continued sunny skies and warm temperatures with daytime highs in the mid-70s around Carson City. Events lined up for the day and night are library and art presentations, hikes, music, comedy and more. Enjoy your day.

The Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1975, is hosting the Sierra Sweethearts CD release party and concert this Friday in the BAC’s Black Box Theatre in Carson City.

Good morning Carson City. Today is Wednesday, March 13, 2019. Many of us woke up to a nice dusting of snow on the grass and around the hillsides. The white stuff won't last very long. While technically not Spring until March 20, a week from today, there's a noticeable warmup ahead, with high temperatures near 60 by Sunday.

The Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1975, will bring the World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra for an intimate show at Casino Fandango’s new Grand Ballroom on March 13.

UPDATE: Are you ready for a weather change Carson City? The National Weather Service urges holiday travelers to plan now for impacts as systems are coming together that will likely bring gusty winds, valley rain and mountain snow ahead of Thanksgiving and into Saturday.

Are you ready for a weather change Carson City? The National Weather Service urges holiday travelers to plan now for impacts as systems are coming together that will likely bring gusty winds, valley rain and mountain snow ahead of Thanksgiving and into Saturday.

Next Friday night, August 17, beginning at 6 p.m., the cool Carson City Community Center will be swinging as the hot USAF Band of the Golden West Commanders Jazz Ensemble performs tunes from some of the greatest swing bands of all times.

Last week was a little nutty with a holiday smack-dab in the middle. Now it’s back to the grind. Get the kids out of the house for some fun at the Carson City Library. Today you’ll find ‘Beat the Heat with Happy Notes’ for the younger ones, but there are activities for every age. Check out the Library’s calendar HERE for upcoming events and registration.

Wild Horse Children’s Theater in Carson City presents the Northern Nevada premiere of “Junie B Jones Jr. The Musical," a hilarious adaptation of Barbara Park’s wildly popular best-selling book series.

Join Us at Healthy Energy Center for “A Day Of Self-Love”. 2 Opportunities to take your vibration to the next level. Treat yourself with an intensive Energy Healing session 11am - 4pm that will:
• Revitalize Your Mind/Body/Spirit Connection
• Elevate Your Well-Being
• Reduce Pain, Anxiety & Stress
• Increase the Joy in your Life

Join us on for an Interactive Meet Up from 2-4pm to Learn, Practice and Explore where we will:

• Learn & Practice The Emotional Freedom Technique or “Tapping”
• Identify and Dissolve Your Self-Limiting Beliefs

Those of you who have read my column for a while know I picked up a mentor in the last year named Brendon Burchard. If you haven’t heard of him, Google the name. I just returned from High Performance Academy and one small shift has transformed my productivity. No, I’m not following some new system or complicated technique. I just added a morning routine!

"A little glitter can turn your whole day around," said Junie B. Jones.

Wild Horse Children’s Theater presents the Northern Nevada premiere of “Junie B. Jones, Jr., The Musical," a hilarious adaptation of Barbara Park’s wildly popular best-selling book series.

On July 27th, 2017, Lynn Beteag, Managing Director, of Nevada State EB-5 Regional Center was a guest speaker to the Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS. The topic of Beteag’s presentation “The EB-5 Program - Access to Capital through Foreign Investment” explored how local businesses benefit from foreign investment and foreign workforce talent.

The valley is alive with the sound of music: the Jazz and Beyond Music Festival, to be specific. Just about everywhere you go, you’ll be treated to something to soothe the soul or get the toes tapping. Get the kids up early for the Young Eagle Flights at the Carson City Airport – they’re free, but you need to be on time for registration. Keep reading and you’ll find a number of ways to enjoy this sunny summer weekend.

SATURDAY: Jazz and Beyond Music Festival

• -- Hot August Nights

American’s favorite crop to grow at home is the tomato. Few can resist the delicious flavor of a homegrown tomato.

Independence Day fun for the whole family featuring music, games, and contests will be a part of the inaugural July 4 Nevada Hot Dog Eating Contest at the Carson Mall.

Independence Day fun for the whole family featuring music, games, and contests will be a part of the inaugural July 4 Nevada Hot Dog Eating Contest at the Carson Mall.

It’s looking like we may be in store for a white Christmas this year, but anything could happen in the next few days. Don’t wait till the last minute to get your holiday affairs in order, check out Carson City’s great little shops and art galleries for those hard-to-find gifts. Country line dancing at Carson Lanes will get your toes tapping and your blood pumping. Award-winning singer-songwriter Canyon White is a perfect companion to dinner or a few cocktails at Living the Good Life.

Reno, Nev. (November 29, 2016) — Bishop Manogue Catholic High School is one of approximately 1,000 schools worldwide to implement AP Capstone — an innovative diploma program that allows students to develop the skills that matter most for college success: research, collaboration, and communication. The program consists of two courses taken in sequence: AP Seminar and AP Research. Developed in direct response to feedback from higher education faculty and college admission officers, AP Capstone complements the in-depth, subject-specific study of other Advanced Placement courses and exams.

I really hope I’m not required to choose a favorite event. I would be hard pressed to choose between the Nevada Day Parade and the annual Taste of Downtown. Luckily, I can adore them both, and for much the same reason. They are a celebration of community, of Carson City, of our historic downtown and all that it has to offer. In addition to 'The Taste', the Brewery Arts Center goes country with the Southern Drawl Band on its outdoor stage, and Madam Curry leads another downtown Ghost Walk. Continue reading for all that our valley has to offer.

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What’s a cat to do? Wild Horse Children’s Theater is proud to present Disney’s The Aristocats, Kids at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall at 511 W. King Street in Carson City. Performances are weekends March 11-20, Fridays at 7 pm, Saturdays at 2 pm & 7 pm and Sundays at 2 pm.

The Brewery Arts Center is presenting the toe tapping sounds of “Whiskey Before Breakfast” on Saturday, November 28 at 7pm at 2015 in the Maizie Harris Jesse Black Box Theater.

Playing traditional Irish and Scottish tunes in the Northern NV/CA area Whiskey Before Breakfast is made up of artists from Reno, Nevada creating music under the Watersign Studios record label.