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Carson City's ‘I Voted’ Sticker Design Competition Student Winners Announced
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/24/2020 - 10:12amToday, the Carson City Department of Arts & Culture in partnership with the Carson City Clerk-Recorder’s Office announced the winners from the ‘I Voted’ sticker design competition.
The competition was open to students grades 9-12 enrolled in any high school in Carson City, Nevada. Students were encouraged to submit creative designs that excite and encourage voting participation.
Nevada governor promises details on state's reopening plan next week; more testing needed
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/16/2020 - 8:09pmGov. Steve Sisolak says he expects to know much more next week about whether conditions are right to either end or extend directives that have shut down much of the state, but cautioned that he had no “benchmark date” in place and that any easing of restrictions would likely be gradual.
Information regarding June 9 voting in Carson City, changes due to COVID-19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/15/2020 - 1:43pmOur local elections are still going to be held on June 9, COVID-19 or not. However, safety is key, and that’s why pursuant to NRS 293.213(4), all Carson City precincts have been designated as absent ballot mailing precincts for the upcoming primary election.
Nevada Democrats ask for changes to mail-in primary election
Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/14/2020 - 12:43pmNevada Democrats say the state's plan to conduct its June primary almost entirely by mail because of the coronavirus could make it difficult for people to vote or have their ballots counted unless the ...
Douglas County asks residents to make comments by phone, writing due to COVID-19 concerns
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 10:04amMINDEN — Douglas County continues to provide access to Board of County Commissioner and Planning Commission meetings online, streaming through YouTube and is reminding the public about two upcoming meetings. The process for public comment is available in two formats; written comment or by phone.
Limited ‘early voting’ in Nevada to still happen during all-mail primary election
Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/08/2020 - 10:50amAlthough state and local officials are preparing to conduct the June 9 primary election almost entirely through mail ballots, election officials say they plan to have some form of limited early voting available.
Nevada lawmakers approve disbursing $6.2 million in emergency management funds to combat COVID-19
Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/07/2020 - 2:47pmNevada lawmakers have given final approval to disburse more than $6.2 million in emergency management funds to address the COVID-19 pandemic.
Carson High School announces 2020 virtual nod to prom queen and king
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/06/2020 - 11:43amThe Student Council at Carson High School named its 2020 Prom Queen and King on Monday morning, making the announcement via an online Zoom meeting, creating a real-time video of the event.
Lyon County implements diesel tax, votes down new subdivision
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/03/2020 - 4:49pmThe Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2020-2021 county’s Tentative Budget on April 1, 2020. The County Manager and Comptroller have recommended the budget with no salary increases and a projected 6.6% ending fund balance which is lower than the 16.67% authorized by Nevada Revised Statutes.
The County Manager also recommended that the Board not fund any of the 35.8 positions requested by the various departments including:
24 Personnel for the Sheriff’s Office
1 Information Systems Technician
1 Community Development Director
1 Public Works Director
Can you become a Tiger King near Carson City? Maybe, but don't you dare feed any pigeons
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/03/2020 - 12:04pmA certain popular Netflix documentary, Tiger King, has taken the quarantined world by storm, in which several bizarre big-cat owners face off, alleging many criminal enterprises at each other with the back drop of exotic animals who sometimes maim their keepers.
It makes one wonder, what are local laws for keeping exotic animals? For the cost of $2,000, could you in Carson City procure yourself a baby tiger?
Carson High School creates virtual nod for prom and prom candidates, voting ends Friday noon
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/02/2020 - 12:45pmCARSON CITY — Carson High School is helping seniors participate in what they are calling a virtual nod for prom and prom candidates this weekend. Saturday, April 4, was the previously scheduled evening designated for what many considered a rite-of-passage for high school seniors and a quintessential American tradition that, along with graduation, often symbolizes the end of one chapter in life and the beginning of a new one. With the COVID-19 pandemic, those plans among many others have been canceled.
Carson City supervisors agree to continue School Resource Officer program, will split cost with district
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 04/02/2020 - 11:22amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Thursday to engage in a partnership with the Carson City School District to fund the School Resource Officer (SRO) program, which provides for three law enforcement officers from the Carson City Sheriff's Office to focus primarily on working within the schools.
Senator Square: A pandemic looms; a yearbook’s deadline ticks closer
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/29/2020 - 9:43amEditor’s Note: Patt Quinn-Davis is adviser for the Carneta yearbook. She also teaches Honors American Literature and English IV. Before jumping into teaching, Quinn-Davis worked many years at The Nevada Appeal as city government reporter, columnist, and city editor. She was also editor of The Nevada Appeal and previously was editor of The Daily Democrat newspaper in Woodland, Calif.
Maurice White, Candidate for Carson City Supervisor Ward 2
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/27/2020 - 10:19amNow that the filing period for political candidates is over it is time for voters to consider the qualifications and politics of the filed candidates. What sort of person do you want representing you in the various seats that are up for election this cycle?
June primary election in Nevada to be done by mail-in absentee ballot
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 8:15amNevada's primary election on June 9, 2020 will be done via mail ballot only, Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske announced Tuesday.
Lyon County Board of Commissioners unanimously agree to emergency declaration
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 4:44pmThe Lyon County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a Declaration of Emergency through Resolution 20-05 and a meeting Monday afternoon, according to County Manager Jeff Page.
There was one person who poke against the resolution. Lyon County staff will now begin implementing procedures to address the declaration.
Carson City Library presents How Women Won The Right to Vote
Submitted by Tanja Musselman on Wed, 03/11/2020 - 7:52amThis presentation is in honor of Women's History Month and the 100th Anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Ammendment. Led by Deanna Beachley, this presentation traces the campaign and strategies employed in the Nevada suffrage campaign, especially on the role of the Nevada Equal Franchise Society and the efforts of Anne Martin and others in the last years of the campaign.
6:30pm to 7:30pm
Carson City Library
900 N Roop St Carson City, NV
(775) 887-2244 City Library
For information and registration which is encouraged: https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/6199604
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, March 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/10/2020 - 6:15pmHeading into the middle of the work work, activities around town include a yoga class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a midweek meditation series offered at Carson City Yoga, conversational Spanish classes at Partnership Carson City, Salsa dancing at Yaple's Ballroom, a presentation of "Valiant Women of The Vote" Mix and Mingle honoring the 19th Amendment at the Governor's Mansion, Ladies Night at Bella Vita Bistro, country and pop dancing at Carson Lanes, a safety workshop for women and much more. Read on for details.
Valiant Women of The Vote Mix and Mingle
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/10/2020 - 9:21amThe Northern Nevada Women Lawyers Association and National Judicial College invite you to join us in celebration of the centennial anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment.
This is a mix-and-mingle style event catered by LA Bakery that will featuring remarks from Former Assembly Speaker Barbara Buckley, Lieutenant Governor Kate Marshall, and Judge Robin Wright. We may have additional remarks from distinguished guests.
$10 minimum suggested donation collected at the door. All donations will go to The Children's Cabinet.
Wednesday, March 11th
5:30PM to 7:00PM
Youth winners of essay contest honored at Carson City Auxiliary luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 4:36pmFourteen area middle and high school students were awarded cash prizes for their entries into the Fleet Reserve Association Branch (FRA) No. 137 Annual Essay-writing contest on Feb. 29 at a luncheon sponsored by the branch Auxiliary in Carson City, held in their honor.
Senator Square: Head coach, players offer free Carson City basketball clinic
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/08/2020 - 8:04am“We did our free clinic at the Community Center, and what a turnout we had; around 100 participants showed up, we had a ton of fun, and we even had high school varsity players help coach the clinic as well” said Carson High School Varsity Basketball coach Jordan Glover.
Lyon County officials propose instating new 5 cent diesel tax
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 3:00pmThe Lyon County Board of Commissioners proposed an ordinance to set a 5 cent per gallon tax on diesel fuel.
The Board heard public testimony both in support and opposition. The Board will conduct a second hearing currently scheduled for March 19, 2020.
5 key questions going into critical Super Tuesday primaries
Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/03/2020 - 2:00amToday is the biggest day of the primary calendar, when 14 states from the Atlantic to the Pacific vote on the Democratic presidential nominee.
Carson City launches 'I Voted’ sticker design art competition for high school students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 10:22amThe Carson City Department of Arts & Culture, in partnership with the Carson City Clerk-Recorder’s Office, proudly announced its first ‘I Voted’ sticker design competition.
Sanders coasts to victory in Nevada’s Democratic presidential caucus, Biden wins second
Submitted by admin on Sun, 02/23/2020 - 5:48pmVermont Sen. Bernie Sanders notched a decisive victory in Nevada’s presidential caucus on Saturday, cementing his frontrunner status and paving a clear road heading into South Carolina’s primary next week and Super Tuesday soon after.
GOP officials in Nevada bind national convention delegates to Trump
Submitted by admin on Sun, 02/23/2020 - 2:00amPAHRUMP — On the same day that Democrats across the state were helping to choose their party’s presidential nominee, Elizabeth Herring sat in the back of the ballroom of the Pahrump Nugget and smiled as Nevada Republicans in the room cheered for four more years of President Donald Trump.
Despite rain, caucus participation boosts strong early vote turnout
Submitted by admin on Sun, 02/23/2020 - 2:00amIt was raining for the first time in months in the Las Vegas-area as voters started to arrive Saturday at Coronado High School to participate in the caucuses. Once the caucus ended for most precincts around 2 p.m., the sun was shining again. More importantly, the process …
Events and Happenings for Carson City and beyond on Saturday, Feb. 22
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/22/2020 - 1:25amHappy Saturday Carson City! It’s caucus day, are you ready to vote if you are so inclined? Here are some events to do after/instead throughout the Carson City region!
Saturday's Caucus information for Carson City, Douglas, Lyon County, Storey County, and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/21/2020 - 12:20pmSaturday, Feb. 22 is caucus day in Carson City and the State of Nevada! If you’re a democrat or would like to register as one, and you’re interested in voting for your preferred candidate, then this information is for you.
Happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Feb. 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/17/2020 - 7:10pmFor those returning from the three-day holiday weekend, Tuesday is shaping up to be a great day around the capital city. Muscle Powered will host morning and evening walks; it is the final day of early voting for the Nevada caucus, plus there's the Nevada Artists Association Judged Winter Show at its gallery in the Brewery Arts Center, classes at Yaple's Ballroom, meetings and more.