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Citizens' Climate Lobby, Carson City Chapter Monthly Meeting is Online
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/24/2020 - 1:43pmThis month's meeting will review what is occurring and what we want to do to mitigate the effects of climate change. Everyone is welcome to attend the online Zoom meeting by contacting our email (cclcarsoncity@gmail.com) by August 31. If you are new to using Zoom, let us know in your email and we'll help you learn how to use it.
McAvoy ponders Mother Nature: Frog swallows beetle, beetle comes out the other end and lives!
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/24/2020 - 12:43pmTo my mind there are at least four ways to ponder religion, you can believe in God, you can not believe in God, you can wonder if there is a God, or you can believe God & Mother Nature are different words for the same thing. I happen to fall into the last camp, though I would never try to persuade anybody to come over to my way of thinking.
Governor launches new State of Nevada Climate Initiative
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/24/2020 - 10:16amCARSON CITY — On Monday, Gov. Steve Sisolak launched the new State of Nevada Climate Initiative to further advance Nevada’s efforts to address climate change.
Nevada's commercial rental assistance program begins, grants up to $10K available
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/24/2020 - 9:55amCARSON CITY — Small businesses and non-profits in Nevada are now able to apply for the state’s commercial rental assistance grant program, established through the State Treasurer’s Office and the Governor’s Office of Economic Development. The program begins today, Monday, August 24.
Senator Square: Carson High School students, teachers and staff prepare for Monday return
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/23/2020 - 6:40amHe is a senior at Carson High School, and his last year is, to say the least, unconventional. Adults have had their say, so how about a chat with this popular young man as he sports a 1980s hairstyle called a mullet in which the hair is short on the sides and long at the front and back.
Open studio tour, drive-in movie, dancing and more highlight weekend activities in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 6:20pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The 2020 Jazz & Beyond Music and Art Festival will include the second annual Carson City Open Studios Tour with multiple locations. Hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, the Brewery Arts Center is holding a drive-in movie showing of the 1950s classic “Shane” on Saturday. Combined with live music and plenty of dancing, it will be a weekend for all to enjoy! Read on for more information.
Full scholarships available at Western Nevada College in technology-related fields
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 8:13amThey’re our next paramedics, nursing assistants, machinists, mechatronics engineers and computer information technologists. But, right now, they can’t afford the higher education training those fields require.
Nevada Humanities Announces Major Project Grants Now Open for Application
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 4:27pmNevada Humanities is pleased to announce the opening of the Nevada Humanities Major Project Grants that are part of their FY2021 Nevada Humanities Project Grants to Support Public Humanities Projects. These Major Project Grants have a public humanities project focus and will support larger-scale public humanities projects statewide that range from one month to one year to implement.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Trouble
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 3:50pmHappy Wednesday Carson City! Say hello to our newest Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Trouble!
Brewery Arts Center transforms into a winter wonderland today for filming in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 10:56amYour eyes aren’t deceiving you, there’s snow in front of the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City today, although it’s anything but cold.
Upcoming Alzheimer’s Association event highlights impact of Alzheimer’s on the workplace
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 5:05am49,000 Nevadans live with Alzheimer’s disease, a degenerative brain disease that affects memory, thinking and behavior. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. The prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease in Nevada will grow 30.6 percent by 2025, reaching 64,000 Nevadans.
WNC offers geology class with a focus on Great Basin National Park among others
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/18/2020 - 3:47amLearn more about the geology of U.S. national parks, including the Great Basin National Park here in Nevada, through a Geology of National Parks class this fall at Western Nevada College.
Be a Forest Friend Virtual Program with the Carson City Library
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 08/15/2020 - 11:03amFor ages 8-12 and families: Join us on Zoom and learn the ways of being a friend of the forest. Explore the idea of what makes a healthy forest through discussion, drawing, sending a stewardship postcard and playing Forest Friend Bingo.
Introductory Fly-Fishing Academy happening Aug. 28-29 in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 08/15/2020 - 9:59amThe Carson Fly Fishing Club will conduct a Introductory Fly-Fishing Academy August 28, 6 p.m. and August 29, all day starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Ormsby Room, Carson City Sheriff's Office, at 911 E. Musser St., Carson City.
Back to School Drive-thru Bash in Carson City provides school supplies to children in need
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 3:09pmThe Northern Nevada Dream Center in partnership with Carson City Foursquare Church at Mark Twain Elementary School are hosting a "Back To School Drive-thru Bash" for all elementary school students needing school supplies and whose families are unable to afford purchasing those items themselves.
Around 2,000 Carson City students will be distance learning this year due to COVID-19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 08/13/2020 - 11:26amKeep Tahoe Bears Wild: Agencies encourage use of bear resistant canisters
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/12/2020 - 1:36pmLAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – As a reminder, backcountry visitors should practice proper food and garbage storage and behave appropriately when hiking and backpacking in Bear Country.
This summer, wilderness rangers report bears are successfully taking down food-hangs in Desolation Wilderness. Once bears become habituated to human food and garbage they will return and seek it out. Agencies highly recommend using bear resistant canisters when visiting the backcountry.
WNC professor serves as keynote for manufacturing conference, receives fellowship award
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/12/2020 - 12:31pmCARSON CITY — For years, Western Nevada College and its student body have seen firsthand the energy, spirit and determination demonstrated by Professor Emily Howarth in creating and expanding the college’s Automation and Industrial Technology program and growing the number of career opportunities for her students in manufacturing.
Youth Lacrosse clinic coming August 29 to the Capitol region
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/12/2020 - 12:29pmThrough a partnership between Carson Capitols Lacrosse and the High Sierra Lacrosse League, a youth clinic will be held on August 29, 9 a.m. at the John L. Harvey Field at Western Nevada College.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Bella
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 08/12/2020 - 10:41amHappy Wednesday Carson City, and say hello to Bella, our Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week! Bella is a 9-month-old energetic sweet girl who is looking to find her forever home.
Reno, Carson City area climate advocates participate in virtual conference, lobbying efforts
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/11/2020 - 3:10pmA group of advocates from the Carson City and Reno Chapter of Citizens’ Climate Education participated in a virtual climate conference and lobbying event last month.
Nevada commercial rental assistance grant program to start taking applications Aug. 24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/10/2020 - 10:11amCARSON CITY — The State Treasurer’s Office and the Governor’s Office of Economic Development announced Monday that small businesses and non-profits will be able to apply for State’s commercial rental assistance program beginning on August 24, 2020.
Opinion: The quest for balance amidst strife
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/09/2020 - 1:54pmI've long believed that balance is the key to living. Balancing how we treat ourselves and others makes all the difference between harmony and discord.
Since March of this year, the need for balance has become more clear to me than ever before. Our initial responses to the coronavirus outbreak and the death of George Floyd couldn't have been more imbalanced if we had tried.
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.
Learn about Pioneer High School in Carson City in time for the 2020 School Year
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 08/08/2020 - 7:30amPioneer High School is a public high school in the Carson City School District. All 9th-12th grade CCSD students are encouraged to enroll. PHS is accredited through AdvancED and has been recognized by the Nevada Department of Education as a “Highlighted School” for achievement in 2011 and 2018. Students at PHS have been able to earn an Associate’s Degree from WNC along with their high school diploma free of charge.
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.
Do What is Best for You: Enroll in strategies for academic success this fall at WNC
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/06/2020 - 10:59amA group of seasoned professors at Western Nevada College have some sage advice for new and returning students: Enroll in Strategies for Academic Success (EPY 150) class this fall.
Carson City Humane Society's Pets of the Week: Sir Newton, Lord Leonard, and Lord Rock of Rochester
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 08/05/2020 - 11:08amHappy Wednesday Carson City! We have a special Pet(s) of the Week showcase this week, with three pets total making the spotlight!
Say hello to Sir Newton, Lord Leonard, and Lord Rock of Rochester.
CASA of Carson City to hold information hour this Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/04/2020 - 11:03amHello and welcome! CASA of Carson City is looking for men and women, 21 years of age and older, to volunteer and advocate for children that are currently in foster care.
Donor Network West Announces Nicole Bishop as Regional Director of Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/03/2020 - 9:41amDonor Network West, the federally designated non-profit organ procurement and tissue recovery organization for northern Nevada and northern California, has elevated Nicole Bishop to Regional Director of the northern Nevada region.