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Balloon launch, beard and rock drilling contests, 'reverse parade' among Nevada Day 2020 events

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October 30, 2020 (All day)

Each October, Nevadans turn their attention to the state capitol, Carson City, home of the “official” Nevada Day Parade. Since 1938, the Nevada Day Parade in Carson City has been an annual coming together to celebrate Nevada’s heritage and the founding of this great state on October 31, 1864.

Five Carson City residents vying for Ward 3 seat on Board of Supervisors, appointment on Nov. 4

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November 4, 2020 (All day)

While the seat for Ward 2 will be filled following the election on Nov. 4, another seat is open and will be filled by appointment.

The seat for Ward 3 is currently held by Supervisor Lori Bagwell, who will be vacating now that she has been elected Carson City’s mayor.

Carson City School District hiring for several needed and necessary operational positions

CARSON CITY — The global pandemic has proven challenging to businesses and organizations across the state, country and world. Many local school districts cannot find people to fill open positions including transportation, custodial, nutrition, nursing, paraprofessionals and crossing guards. Many are struggling to even maintain enough substitute teachers.

Carson City region COVID-19 Tuesday briefing: 2 deaths, 23 new cases, and 21 recoveries

Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020 two additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County region.

Tahoe South addresses COVID winter visitation safety with enhanced approaches

For winter enthusiasts eager to explore South Tahoe’s vast outdoor winter wonderland, tourism officials recommend advance planning, mid-week stays, and securing reservations early for desired attractions and dining. To help visitors plan a safe, healthy winter adventure, Tahoe South offers updated information on its website at “Know Before You Go” and Responsible Recreation with all current state and county health protocols.

COVID-19 rapid test through UNR lab has successful results, research moves to next stages

Rapid detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, in about 30 seconds following the test, has had successful preliminary results in Mano Misra’s lab at the University of Nevada, Reno. The test uses a nanotube-based electrochemical biosensor, a similar technology that Misra has used in the past for detecting tuberculosis and colorectal cancer as well as detection of biomarkers for food safety.

Carson City, Quad area COVID-19 Monday report: 13 new cases, 10 recoveries

Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting 13 new cases and 10 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County region on Monday, Oct. 12, 2020. This brings the total number of cases to 1,493, with 1,316 recoveries and 17 deaths, 160 cases remain active.

Gov. Sisolak proclaims Monday as Indigenous People’s Day in Nevada

CARSON CITY — Envisioning a future that incorporates the values of indigenous people, Gov. Sisolak has proclaimed Oct. 12 Indigenous People’s Day in Nevada. The proclamation recognizes the Paiutes, Shoshone and Washoe nations as early inhabitants of the Great Basin, and it reiterates the state’s commitment to close the equity gap between indigenous people and the larger population.

Carson City school meal program extended through remainder of 20-21 school year

The Carson City School District’s Nutrition Services is pleased to announce it has been approved for the U.S. Department of Agriculture waiver to provide free lunch and breakfast for all children 18 and under through the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year (June 2021).

Western Nevada College offers several late-start classes beginning Oct. 26 

There is no need to delay taking classes until next year at Western Nevada College. WNC has you covered with a variety of late-start classes during the current fall semester.

Dayton High School Boosters golf tournament fundraiser, registration by Monday

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October 17, 2020 (All day)

Come join us Oct. 17 for a day of fun at our 1st ever Dayton High School Boosters Golf Tournament on Eagle Valley’s West Course.

South Carson Street project in final stretches as fall road work continues around Carson City

Here is the South Carson Street Project and Carson City area road report for the week Oct. 12-18, 2020. Among the construction work delays, there will be periodic closures of the intersection of 5th Street at Carson Street throughout the week as part of the South Carson Street Project.

COVID testing Tuesday in Yerington following high number of positive tests at assisted living facility

Lyon County, City of Yerington, Carson City Health and Human Services and the Quad County Health Care Coalition will hold a COVID testing operation on Tuesday, Oct. 13 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.. The testing will be at the new City Hall (Old National Guard Building) located on the corner of Main Street and East Goldfield Avenue.

Senator Square: Carson High School leadership students raise breast cancer awareness

Being a student at Carson High School is rewarding enough, academically speaking, but learning is happening everywhere; however, forcing a teacher to dress in pink, from head to toe, wearing a pink tutu, is a different story and an exciting fundraising opportunity.

Largest single day COVID-19 spike reported in the Quad-County area with 37 new cases

Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting thirty-seven new cases and four additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,453, with 1,277 recoveries and 17 deaths, 159 cases remain active.

High Volume of Positive Covid-19 reported at assisted living facility in Yerington

Lyon County officials have been notified that an assisted living facility, Mason Valley Residence, in Yerington had a high number of positive tests for COVID-19.

It is reported that 34 out of 53 tests results were positive.

Carson City Library hosts Virtual Family Storytime

Two orange birds and an egg in a nest and two blue and red birds above and a sun
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October 15, 2020 - 11:30am

The Carson City Library will be hosting a virtual story time for PRE-K (children not yet in elementary school) and families on Oct. 15 at 11:30 a.m.

Quad-County COVID-19 Update: Twenty-Three New Cases and Five Recoveries

Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting twenty-three new cases and five additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,416, with 1,273 recoveries and 17 deaths, 126 cases remain active.

New school zone hours extended in Carson City area

Updates and changes to school zones have arrived in the Carson City area.

School zones for Bordewich Bray, Carson Middle, Carson High, Eagle Valley, Empire, Fremont, Fritsch, Mark Twain, Pioneer High and Seeliger have been extended from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. The installation of new signs and updated times is expected to be completed by the second week of October, 2020.

Quad-County COVID-19 Update: Nineteen New Cases and Eleven Recoveries; 108 cases active

Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting nineteen new cases and eleven additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,393, with 1,268 recoveries and 17 deaths, 108 cases remain active.

In-Person Learning to be Offered for Carson City Students Pre-K to Second Grade starting Oct. 20

To start the second quarter of school, the Carson City School District is pleased to offer full, in-person, on-campus instruction for students Pre-k to second grade, four days a week, Tuesdays through Fridays.

Healthy Communities Speakers Address Domestic Violence, Rural Medical Clinics, and Hispanic Heritage Month

UNR's Rural Outreach Clinics are on Healthy Communities' Oct. 8 meeting agenda
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October 8, 2020 - 9:00am

Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey hosts it’s monthly meeting virtually via Zoom this Thursday October 8 from 9am-11am. Speakers will address three topics during this month’s meeting.

Carson City's Nevada Day Chalk Art Contest to bring colorful celebrations of statehood

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October 31, 2020 - 10:00am

The Carson City Host Lions Club is sponsoring a fun Chalk Art Contest as part of the Nevada Day festivities on October 31st.

The contest is open to all Carson City residents, households, and businesses. Contestants will create chalk art masterpieces on their own driveways or sidewalks based on the Nevada Day theme of “My Favorite Moment in Nevada.”

Gov. Sisolak proclaims October Arts and Humanities Month in Nevada

Recognizing the cultural and economic impact the arts community makes in the Silver State, Gov. Steve Sisolak has proclaimed October to be Arts and Humanities Month in Nevada.

Arts and humanities strengthen the Nevada economy by generating $8.7 billion in total economic activity annually and by supporting more than 40,900 Nevada workers, according to data from the Nevada Arts Council, a state agency that works to make the arts accessible to all Nevadans. To see the proclamation, click here.

Quad-County COVID-19 Update for Oct. 6: Thirteen New Cases and Seven Recoveries

Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting thirteen new cases and seven additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,374, with 1,257 recoveries and 17 deaths, 100 cases remain active.

Winners of the 2020 Nevada DPS, State Fire Marshal Division Fire Prevention Week Poster Contest Announced

The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS), State Fire Marshal Division, has selected the fourth annual State of Nevada Fire Prevention Week Poster Contest winners.

Research shows Northern Nevada locals in favor of expanding smoke-free laws to include casinos and bars

A research project was recently published by the Journal of Hospital Management and Health Policy, indicating that 60 percent of Washoe County residents (and 74 percent of Washoe County non-smokers) would favor a law prohibiting smoking in all casinos in Washoe County.

17th COVID-19 death reported in the Quad-County area

Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting an additional death to due COVID-19, nine new cases, and eight additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region.

Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: The best teacher I ever had

Ms. Moser. What a great lady. She knew what was happening in every time zone, and she understood adolescents better than any adult back when I was an incorrigible adolescent myself. She was our speech teacher in high school when I was deathly afraid of public speaking. I would rather have a coyote gnaw on my arm than to have to speak in public.

Carson City Complete Streets Project, roundabout nears finish in time for Nevada Day

With the South Carson Street Project winding down, Carson City is getting closer to a completed "Complete Streets Project" and anticipates reaching the Nevada Day deadline. The roundabout is nearly ready and already in use at some capacity, according to CarsonProud.com.

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