State of Nevada
Nevada re-launches website for career-seekers interested in apprenticeships, internships
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/09/2020 - 6:48amThe Nevada Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation officially re-launched LifeWorksNV, the statewide work-based learning hub for student career seekers looking for information and opportunities in registered apprenticeship, internships, career and technical education programs, career exploration and more.
DETR: Regular Initial and Continued Claims Decline for First Time Since June; PUA Initial Claims Fall
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/08/2020 - 7:48amFinalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) show initial claims for unemployment insurance (UI) totaled 13,727 for the week ending August 1, down 4,663 claims, or 25.4 percent, compared to last week’s total of 18,390 claims.
This is the first decline in weekly initial claims since week ending June 20. Through the week ending August 1, there have been 624,817 initial claims filed in 2020, 603,165 of which have been filed since the week ending March 14.
Railbike tours, school supply drive, live music and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 08/07/2020 - 10:43amHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Carson River railbike tours begin Saturday packed with thrills for all to enjoy, and Virginia City is hosting several exciting events throughout the weekend. The Brewery Art Center's Flatbed Concert series continues featuring Kingwhistler and Eric Andersen. Read on for more events and happenings.
Walmart in Carson City first in Nevada to host pop-up parking lot movie nights
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/05/2020 - 12:56pmCarson City has been included as part of a nationwide drive-in movie project hosted by Walmart and held in parking lots across the country.
Governor Sisolak announces Nevada National Guard duty extended through end of 2020
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/04/2020 - 4:17pmCARSON CITY — Hundreds of Nevada National Guardsmen will remain on duty for the remainder of 2020 in support of the state’s COVID-19 response, Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Tuesday.
Carson City supervisors to discuss new hires, CARES Act expenditures, burial and cremation fees and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 08/04/2020 - 2:25pmThe next Carson City Board of Supervisor’s meeting will take place Thursday, Aug. 6 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 East William Street.
On the agenda for discussion and possible action includes new city positions, a Library Board of Trustees position, CARES Act expenditures, indigent cremation and burial fee changes, road replacement and more.
Bill limiting police chokeholds, requiring duty to intervene passes Nevada Assembly in bipartisan vote
Submitted by admin on Sun, 08/02/2020 - 10:55amA bill that restricts police use of chokeholds, allows recording of law enforcement and calls for drug testing of officers involved in shootings passed the Assembly with bipartisan support, in spite of criticism that lawmakers could have gone further to address police brutality.
Gov. Sisolak announces emergency directive extending previous directives
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/01/2020 - 9:45amIn line with his announcement made on Monday, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak announced he signed Emergency Directive 029 extending previously issued directives that were set to expire on July 31, 2020.
DETR: Regular Initial Claims up 18%; Continued Claims at 2nd Highest Weekly Total in State History; PUA Initial Claims Rise to 34,000
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/31/2020 - 3:58pmFinalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) show initial claims for unemployment insurance (UI) totaled 18,390 for the week ending July 25, up 2,842 claims, or 18.3 percent, compared to last week’s total of 15,548 claims.
Virtual reading party, comedy, drum circle and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/30/2020 - 8:50pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to wear a mask and practice safe social distancing.
School districts in Northern Nevada region establish school reopening plans, safety models
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/30/2020 - 3:12pmSchool districts in the Northern Nevada area are putting plans in place for students to safely return to the 2020-21 school year.
A new directive by the state of Nevada requires school districts to submit three reopening plans for the upcoming school year. The three plans include one for complete in-person instruction, one for hybrid instruction and one for all-distance learning.
The Indy Explains: Why NV Energy is pushing for a $2 billion statewide transmission upgrade
Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/29/2020 - 11:29amIn the midst of an unexpected recession and staggering job losses across the country, NV Energy has proposed a massive new transmission infrastructure project that it says will create jobs, boost the economy and help promote renewable energy development.
Sisolak: Bars can reopen in Lyon, 2 other counties, remain closed in Reno and Vegas; new statewide plan ahead
Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/27/2020 - 5:32pmGov. Steve Sisolak is rolling back orders to close bars in three rural counties but keeping closure orders in place in Las Vegas and Reno, while signaling a new emphasis on interventions that are narrowly tailored to noncompliant businesses and hotspot regions rather than entire industries.
Change is needed: Nevada banks asking consumers to use and deposit coins to ease shortage
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/25/2020 - 11:07amTime to empty those piggy banks to help small businesses. Nevada banks are asking consumers to deposit their spare change at their local bank or coin-cashing machines as pandemic-related shutdowns have created a coin shortage.
Silver State Health Insurance Exchange Announces Extended Open Enrollment Period for Plan Year 2021
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 07/25/2020 - 9:01amThe Silver State Health Insurance Exchange (Exchange), the state agency that connects Nevadans to Qualified Health Plans through the online State Based Exchange (SBE), known as Nevada Health Link, announces the Open Enrollment Period (OEP) for Plan Year 2021 will run from November 1 through January 15, 2021 – extending the traditional OEP by an additional 30 days and giving consumers a total of 75 days to enroll in a comprehensive health care plan.
Yvonne Joyce David - Obituary
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/24/2020 - 4:40pmYvonne Joyce David
May 5, 1944 – July 16, 2020
Yvonne J. David, resident of Carson City, Nevada, passed away on July 16, 2020. Yvonne was born on May 5, 1944 to the parents Nellie (Alma) Lovingier and Arthur A. Lovingier in San Francisco, CA. Yvonne arrived in Carson City in 1977 and began to work for the State of Nevada. She loved working for Western Nevada College, assisting teachers and staff before retiring.
DETR: Initial Claims Rise Again; Continued Claims Back Above 300,000; PUA Initial Claims Fall Below 20,000
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/24/2020 - 3:11pmFinalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) show initial claims for unemployment insurance (UI) totaled 15,548 for the week ending July 18, up 882 claims, or 6.0 percent, compared to last week’s total of 14,666.
This is the fourth consecutive week of increases in regular initial claims. Through the week ending July 18, there have been 592,700 initial claims filed in 2020, 571,048 of which have been filed since the week ending March 14.
Virtual cabaret, Pokemon party, art and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 07/24/2020 - 7:30amHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.
Nevada high school fall sports will be moved to March, amongst other scheduling changes
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/23/2020 - 7:14pmFall high school sports are now temporarily postponed in Carson City, Lyon, Douglas and Storey counties as well as the rest of Nevada. State playoffs are not expected to take place this year, as well. The Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association announced Thursday that all fall sports in Nevada will be played in March of 2021 to lower the spread of COVID-19.
Nevada’s $30 million residential rental assistance program accepting applications
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/20/2020 - 10:52amNevada State Treasurer Zach Conine announced Monday the state’s short-term rental assistance program for Nevadans experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19 is now taking applications.
Nevada lawmakers finish special session, pass major budget cuts to education, state services
Submitted by admin on Sun, 07/19/2020 - 7:14pmLawmakers finalized hundreds of millions of dollars in cuts to state agencies on Sunday, adjusting a budget that is set to lose a quarter of the revenue previously projected because of the pandemic and wrapping up a protracted session marked by false starts and delays.
Carson City's Nevada State Museum builds upon statewide shutdown with new events, safety guidelines
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 07/17/2020 - 2:23pmWhen COVID-19 reached Carson City in March, establishments and local businesses were forced to close during the statewide shutdown.
In the midst of a global pandemic, the Nevada State Museum took an optimistic approach to improve and expand its online network. The shutdown offered new opportunities for museum director Myron Freedman to connect with staff members virtually through Zoom Video Communications and update local visitors on social media.
Train rides, live music, fundraisers and more highlight weekend events around Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/16/2020 - 6:12pmHeading into the weekend there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.
Conservation partnership to enhance wildlife habitat, strengthen Nevada’s clean energy economy
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/15/2020 - 1:04pmThe Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is excited to announce that Ormat Technologies, Inc and Crawford Cattle LLC are partnering to protect vital sagebrush habitat in Humboldt County while simultaneously advancing development of clean energy infrastructure for Nevada.
Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum in Carson City to reopen Monday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/14/2020 - 4:22pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — The Stewart Indian School Cultural Center & Museum will reopen to the public on Monday, July 20, thanks to a generous donation from the family of a former Stewart Indian School principal. Opened in January and closed to the public in March because of the current health crisis, the Cultural Center faced severe budget cuts.
Agriculture department lab confirms cases of rabies in Nevada bats
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/13/2020 - 8:43amSPARKS, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Agriculture Animal Disease Laboratory has confirmed seven positive rabies cases in bats in Clark and Washoe Counties. Rabies is most commonly found in bats, and bat activity tends to peak between the months of May and October throughout Nevada.
Regular Initial Claims for Unemployment Insurance Rise by 12.4 percent; Continued Claims See First Weekly Increase Since May
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 07/11/2020 - 11:21amFinalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) show initial claims for unemployment insurance (UI) totaled 12,484 for the week ending July 4, up 1,374 claims, or 12.4 percent, compared to last week’s total of 11,110. This is the second consecutive week of increases in regular initial claims.
Through the week ending July 4, there have been 562,486 initial claims filed in 2020, 540,834 of which have been filed since the week ending March 14.
BAC's flatbed concert, fundraisers, music, art and more highlight weekend around Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 6:27pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a number of activities, gatherings, virtual or not, happening around the Carson City region. Safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.
Western Nevada Development District receives $400K CARES Act recovery grant
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 3:49pmCARSON CITY — The Western Nevada Development District, which assists communities in public and private partnerships, has been awarded $400,000 in CARES Act Recovery assistance to help respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and drive economic development planning going forward.