Tony Romo’s birdie on 15 sealed the 2018 American Century Championship on Sunday at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.
It was Romo’s first ACC title in six appearances. He finished in second three times. Romo came from behind to defeat three-time consecutive champ Mark Mulder.
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Here is the weekly Cone Zone construction update for July 16-20 in downtown Carson City:
— Musser from Carson to Nevada Street will be closed.
— Robinson from Carson to Nevada Street will be closed.
— Proctor, Telegraph, Spear intersections will be closed during construction.
— Curry Street from Musser to Robinson will be closed.
— During Construction commuters should anticipate intermittent delays on Division Street.
— There will be possible night work during the week.
— There will be no parking in the construction zone during construction.
Days of closures are subject to change due to weather conditions. Downtown businesses are open during construction, come visit the area and support our local businesses.
Stay in the know: Check out the construction map at www.carsonproud.com.
Carson City Classic Cinema Club will Present "Bride of Frankenstein" with Boris Karloff on Tuesday, August 7 at the Brewery Arts Center. In this early horror film masterpiece, Dr. Frankenstein and his monster both turn out to be alive, not killed as previously believed.
General Admission $5; Senior/Student $3; Free to members. Trivia and discussion begin at 6:30 p.m.; film begins at 7PM
Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall is located 449 West King Street, Carson City.
Film screenings are held on the first Tuesday of each month. For more information, call Rhonda at 775-315-8495; visit our website at www.ccclassiccinema.org and or follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/5CCCCC/
Carson High Safe Grad Boosters would like to thank the following people for their help in making the 2018 Safe and Sober graduation party one of the best we have had. We could not have done it without their support. Thank you for your generosity!
6 Week Work Out
Cafe at Adele's
My Place Hotels, an Aberdeen, South Dakota-based extended stay hotel franchise, has a building permit under review by the Carson City Planning Division valued at $3.2 million for a brand-new 64-room hotel located at 17 Hospitality Drive, between the Hampton Inn and Suites and the intersection of Arrowhead Drive and North Carson Street.
Franchise owner Jason Welk said the project could break ground as early as August 2018 and be open by February 2019, My Hotels Public Relations Director Ngoc Thach said.
There are currently 42 My Hotels in 20 states across the country. The proposed Carson City franchise would be the hotel chain's second in Nevada. There is currently one in North Las Vegas.
Welk owns additional My Place Hotel franchises in Fargo, North Dakota, and Pittsburgh-Monaca, Pennsylvania.
Thach said Welk chose Carson City as his next franchise location due to growth prospects in Northern Nevada.
"He is confident the flourishing scene of activity and the many opportunities unique to Carson City makes it an ideal community for a My Place Hotel," Thach said. "Especially since it currently lacks a brand-new extended-stay option for its guests."
The My Place Hotels chain markets itself as an affordable extended option also offering nightly and weekly rates for guests. The properties are pet-friendly, according to the My Hotels web site.
"My Place Hotels of America is a franchise company that focuses on providing a clean and comfortable facility, with modern amenities, and great customer service, all at an affordable price," Thach said.
Extended stay guest room amenities including "My Kitchen," complete with a two-burner cooktop, microwave, and full-size refrigerator.
On-site laundry facilities are another amenity, along with a coffee lounge featuring television, complimentary WiFi, and a 24-hour business center. High-speed Internet service is complimentary for hotel guests.
My Place Hotels also feature a My Store amenity located in the hotel lobby and stocked with an array of supplies for the guest convenience, including snacks, dinnerware, pots and pans.
An add-on amenity is breakfast in bed.
"Simply custom select your breakfast from the menu at check-in, and a pre-packaged breakfast will be delivered to your refrigerator the previous day for you to enjoy," the My Place Hotels web site said.
Visit My Place Hotels at myplacehotels.com for more information.
UPDATE: 10:30PM: No flames were found in the house on Monte Rosa Drive Sunday night, but firefighters did find the smoke originated from a furnace fan motor, said Carson City Fire Department Captain Tom Raw, the incident commander.
There were no injuries reported.
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The 9-1-1 call was made about 9:05 p.m. Sunday night, the caller reporting the smell of smoke coming from the ceiling. Smoke filled up the home quickly, prompting its occupants to evacuate the 1,500 square-foot single-story home.
All occupants were accounted for upon arrival of emergency crews, who confirmed light to moderate smoke coming from the home.
Carson City Fire Department is staging in the area of Monte Rosa, Desatoya and Gordonia drives. Traffic control is in place in the area.
Time for a new week, and it is going to be a hot one. Beat the heat by staying indoors and discovering the many art galleries throughout town. Capital City Arts Initiative has just installed a new exhibit in the Community Development downtown featuring work from UNR Students. Kids will enjoy a special craft activity at the Mormon Station State Park in Genoa; bring a picnic lunch, it’s the perfect park for an afternoon meal. Grab your dancing shoes, and leave the stress of the day at home. Join the High Sierra Swing Dance Club at their weekly night out and you’ll learn some new dance steps, meet some new people, and get the week off to a swinging start.
MONDAY, July 16: Things to do in Carson City
Nevada Author, Sandie La Nae will be signing her recently published book titled: "Doc Durden A Living Legend Living His Dream," A Memoir.
at the Reno 2018 Cowboy-Con
on Saturday July 28, 2018
Sandie can be located at Doc Durden's booth.
Meet Carolyn Ballmes: Sandie's Awesome Assistant.
For further information, contact Sandie:
admin@sandiespsychicstones.com
Nearly 100 Carson City seniors will beat the heat this summer courtesy of the KOLO 8 TV Fan Drive and employees of Harrah’s Harveys Lake Tahoe.
Jenny Haas, human resources and information systems analyst for Harrah’s Harveys Lake Tahoe and chair of the company’s HERO (Harrah’s Harveys Employees Reaching Out) program, said the company does “Senior Appreciation Quarter” each year where employees donate to senior-related causes.
“We issued a challenge to each department to see how many new fans they could provide, and we got an overwhelming response with 59 fans donated,” she said.
Courtney Warner, executive director for the Senior Center, said community response was also generous and timely. Seniors are more prone to heat related illness and the summer is heating up.
“Through the KOLO 8 TV Fan Drive, we received 37 brand new fans,” she said. “The impact on our seniors is huge. Many of them are on fixed incomes and can’t afford to run their air conditioner or swamp cooler, if they even have one. Through community donations, we are able to make a real impact on the health and well-being of our seniors.”
Warner said the donation will more than cover the Center’s waiting list, plus provide extra for others in need.
“I can’t imagine facing this heat without some way to relieve discomfort,” she said. “Last year we were able to distribute eight or nine fans. I am so grateful for this outpouring of kindness from our community.”
For information on the Carson City Senior Center Fan Drive, call the Senior Center at (775) 883-0703 and ask for Case Management.
In the Photo: Jenny Haas, human resources officer for Harrah’s/Harveys Lake Tahoe, Courtney Warner, executive director for the Carson City Senior Center; Debbie Neall, HR manager for Harrah’s/Harveys; Michael Salogga, business manager and Warren Bottino, Meals on Wheels manager for the Senior Center, pose with 59 brand new fans donated by employees of Harrah’s/Harveys Lake Tahoe during the resorts' Senior Appreciation Quarter.
About the Carson City Senior Center
The mission of the Carson City Senior Center is to enhance the quality of life and independence of seniors. Through congregate dining and Meals on Wheels, the Carson City Senior Center serves hundreds of local seniors. The Center also provides health and fitness education and activities, craft and hobby groups, card and board games and many other services including help with prescriptions, durable medical equipment, tax preparation and many others.
Carson City Soroptimist will feature Stephen Neff, founder of locally-owned Allevia Living Home Health, during its Program Meeting on Wednesday, July 25, from noon until 1 pm, at Glen Eagles Restaurant.
The meeting is open to the public, with prior reservation required. There is no cost to attend, however a plated lunch with choice of entrees is available for $16. Email sicarsoncity@gmail.com or call 775-297-4890, by July 23 to reserve a seat.
Allevia Living provides home care, caregiver assistance, and medical staffing solutions in Carson, Douglas, Lyon, Churchill, and Storey counties.
The creation of Allevia Living stemmed from a desire to provide families and their loved ones with the in-home care and assistance needed to allow elderly or disabled clients to continue to live independently at home. Services are tailored to the needs of the client, whether that be on an as-needed, hourly, or 24-hour basis, and range from assistance with daily living, to transportation services, to skilled nursing care. For more information about Allevia Living go to www.allevialiving.com.
Soroptimist International is a global volunteer organization working to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. In addition to education and training scholarships for local women, the Carson City club provides grant funding for local organizations and breast cancer screenings for under-insured women, through their September fundraising golf tournament, the Stroke to Help. For more information about Soroptimist in Carson City, go to www.sicarsoncity.org.
According to friends, a memorial letter "K" went up late last week and remains Monday on C-Hill in memory of Curtis Ryan Kiernan, who died June 29 in a motorcycle crash in Sparks.
Kiernan, 28, a Carson High School graduate, served his country as an U.S. Army Infantryman with the 1st Infantry Division in Ft. Riley, Kansas. He also served one tour in the Middle East before he was discharged with full honors in 2017, according to a Go Fund Me page. His funeral was held Saturday in Carson City.
The Go Fund Me page was created July 9 with a $50,000 fundraising goal.
Curtis was born in Portsmouth, Naval Hospital Virginia on May 13, 1990, to Sean and Natasha Kiernan. He is survived by his parents, his brother James Kiernan, his grandmothers, Catherine Smith and Danyelle Kiernan, his grandparents Jim and Sue Kiernan, his uncle Shaun Smith, uncle and aunt Thomas and Rhonda Kiernan, cousin Stephanie Kiernan; and is predeceased by his grandfather, Harry Smith.
For years, Western Nevada College’s Adult Literacy and Language program has transformed many lives, providing individuals with a solid foundation to reach their education goals and career aspirations. On Friday night, the program honored its latest group of High School Equivalency recipients, National Adult Education Honor Society inductees and College and Career Transition students.
The 2018 High School Equivalency Celebration & National Adult Education Honor Society Induction Ceremony recognized 67 students, including 47 HSE recipients, in Carson Nugget Hall on the Carson City campus.
Adults can qualify for the program through a grant arranged by the Nevada Department of Education and receive literacy instruction, English language learning, Citizenship classes, College Prep and HSE preparation. WNC provides services year-round and the AL&L program includes classes, online instruction, tutoring, transition courses, skills for the workplace instruction and a computer-based instruction lab.
Many of the HSE recipients participated in a vigorous nine-week Boot, preparing them to take and pass their exam.
HSE recipients were Shyanne Adams, Soleo Allen, Kathey Bakken, Frank Bindley, Christian Bonneau, Lorana Brown, Kaylie Brugger, Sahara Burns, Jose Calderon, April Carpenter, Jacob Cartwright, Angelica De la Cruz-Arce, Jack Elliott, Isela Flores, Maricela Garcia, Samantha Pierrott Garcia, Jordan Gerard, Brittney Griggs, Keirra Hammond, Isaiah Henkel, Cassie Lavelle, Thuong Le, Alexis Lopez, Terell Love, Cynthia Mancilla, Manuel “Manny” Martinez, Leonardo Miranda, Donavon Morgan, Kayla Moyer, Jacob Oehler, Melinda Paetz, Juliia Pavlova, Bailey Pendergrass, Michael Peregrina, Ethan Ramirez, Miguel Ruelas, Jason Salvo, Tyson Saunders, Gabriela Sulikova, Emerald Theriault, Luis Torres, Jennifer Ward, Adrianna White, Hannah Winters, Catherine Wood, Robert Zeyha and Darick Zieroth.
Students enrolled in these programs are eligible for NAEHS membership. They commonly demonstrate perseverance, quality work and excellent work ethic. Inductees included Bakken, Rowena Boone, Jerry Edwards, Silvia Marlene Galvez, Patricia Gonzalez, Le, Heping Li, Gonzalo Luna, Cang Luu Luz, Maria Martinez, Henry Porter, Hau Tran and Maria Venegas.
Like the NAEHS, there were 13 individuals recognized as College and Career Transition Students, including Claudia Aguilar, McKenna Chiarella, Griggs, Maria Lopez, Sandra Mata, Maide Navarro, Blanca Rico, Evangelina Romero, Carmen Rubio and Pendergrass for Certified Nursing Assistant; Karla Beltran in phlebotomy; Michael Peregrina in welding; and Manuel Martinez in machine tool technology.
Angela Holt, program coordinator for Adult Literacy & Language at WNC, imparted opening and closing comments, while WNC President Dr. Vincent Solis delivered the celebration address and WNC HSE instructor Hallie Murphy provided the keynote address.
In the first photo: Angela Holt, left, and Dianne Hilliard, center, congratulate High School Equivalency recipient Maricela Garcia during a ceremony hosted by Western Nevada College’s Adult Literacy and Language program on July 13 in Carson City.
In the second photo: Western Nevada College honored its High School Equivalency recipients, National Adult Education Honor Society inductees and College and Career Transition students in a ceremony on July 13 in Carson City. From left to right are Sandra Mata, Carmen Rubio and Cassie Lavelle.
In the third photo: During Western Nevada College’s High School Equivalency celebration on July 13, the Adult Literacy and Language program also honored College and Career Transition students. Among the honorees were Carmen Rubio (foreground) and Sandra Mata.
The Reno Aces homecoming after the All-Star break stunk.
Tempers flared with the Tacoma Rainiers in the bottom of the sixth inning, shifting the streaking Aces momentum. Reno blew a four-run lead in the top of the seventh. In the final frame of Tacoma’s victory, a skunk scampered across the field, escaping underneath the center field wall.
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Come join the great group of car people at Wing Stop, South Carson this Thursday at 5:00pm till 7:30pm. All cars and trucks are welcome and spectators too.
It’s going to be a hot one today. With temperatures flirting with three digits, you’ll want to stay hydrated and limit your exertion. Keep the kitchen cool by letting IHOP take care of breakfast; a short stack is only 60 cents today in celebration of their anniversary. Muscle Powered leads a hike this afternoon to the beautiful shores of Lake Tahoe’s Skunk Harbor. Ladies are invited each week to join the Ash Canyon Women’s Mountain Bike Ride, just make sure you bring your helmet.
TUESDAY, July 17: Things to do in Carson City
Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Tuesday morning to a vehicle crash involving a motorcycle rider.
The crash was reported at around 6:35 a.m. The 63-year-old male rider suffered serious injuries to his legs and was to be flown by Care Flight to the hospital, according to first responders on scene.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.
Traffic is being diverted around the accident. Motorists can expect delays.
The Carson City area BMX community has launched its annual Race For Life campaign to help raise money in the fight to find a cure for blood-related cancers.
Participants can introduce BMX to your friends and neighbors that may not have thought they would ever be able to participate in competitive BMX. Funds gathered by USA BMX "Race for Life" events are donated to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. This year, quickly coming up is scheduled for Friday night, July 20, with signups 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., cost $10.
The USABMX "Race for Life" series began in 1981, when an avid 12 year old BMX racer from Michigan discovered he had Leukemia. Todd Kingsbury was his name and like many BMX racers, he had dreams of someday becoming a top pro in the sport.
Unfortunately this dreaded disease would keep Todd from fulfilling his dream. When Todd's friends and (at the time) American Bicycle Association (now USABMX) learned of his diagnosis, it was decided that an organized effort should be made to help in Todd's "Race for Life."
The first ABA Race for Life events were formed that year with over 130 tracks participating and raising funds. Ever since, the USABMX has held a series of Race for Life events nationwide to help in the fight to find a cure for blood-related cancers. Since then more than $5 million has been raised by the BMX racing community.
The riders are giving up their trophy to aid in research and treatment of Leukemia (they are given certificates of First-Second-Third-Fourth places, Main Event Qualifier and Participant). YOU DO NOT have to be a USABMX member to race in this event. One of two races you may participate without membership.
Contact Carson City BMX (CCBMX) for more info: (voice) 775-246-3660 or email: CCBMX@aol.com. Wednesday practices-races/Friday nite bikes/Sunday morning racing you may also call/text 775-220-7111. Website: https://www.usabmx.com/tracks/1240 or check us out on Facebook: carsoncitybmx.
A 28-year-old man was arrested Monday for felony warrants alleging burglary and uttering a forged instrument, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.
Gregory Alan Vincent of Carson City was arrested at 10:48 a.m. in the 2200 block of Columbia Way. The warrants were issued July 9, 2018 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $20,000.
In other arrests:
— A 57-year-old Carson City woman, Maribella Soto, was arrested Sunday, 6:32 p.m. for felony suspicion of third DUI and misdemeanor driving without a valid license.
According to the arrest report, a deputy arrived on East William Street and Saliman Street and observed a vehicle accident. The deputy observed one of the parties involved was leaning on her car for balance and was unsteady on her feet.
She advised she was not hurt. The officer could smell a strong odor of alcohol on her breath. She was asked how much she had to drink. The woman replied “only a couple,” according to the arrest report.
She provided the officer with a Nevada identification card and told him she “lost” her license due to medical issues.
She refused to answer any questions on the field sobriety tests form and refused any attempt at field sobriety tests. She provided a preliminary breath test with a result of .275 and was arrested. Dispatch advised the woman has two previous DUI convictions, one in 2012 and the other in 2013. Bail: $20,192.
— A 35-year-old Gardnerville man was booked Monday into Carson City Jail on two felony warrants alleging burglary and a misdemeanor battery, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Nicholas Lee Bornt was taken into custody at 9:30 a.m. The warrants were issued July 2, 2018 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $10,000.
— A 24-year-old Carson City man, Matthew James Kelly, was booked into jail Monday for a felony warrant alleging grand larceny of less than $3,500, a sheriff’s deputy said.
The warrant was issued July 16, 2018 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $10,000 bondable.
— An 18-year-old Carson City man, Stephen Wright Debaun, was arrested Tuesday, 10:04 a.m. at an Empire Ranch Road residence for suspicion of possession of methamphetamine, a felony, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. Bail: $3,637.
— A 59-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday, 2:57 a.m. in the 200 block of East Winnie Lane for suspicion of misdemeanor trespassing. Bail: $242.
— A 30-year-old Sparks man was arrested Monday in the area of Stewart and Caroline streets for misdemeanor suspicion of DUI.
According to the arrest report, a deputy made a traffic stop after observing a vehicle driving northbound onto Stewart from Proctor street not stopping at a stop sign.
The driver identified himself and stated he was going home after being at a bar. He stated he had approximately four alcoholic beverages earlier in the night. He submitted to field sobriety tests and showed signs of impairment on the tests, the arrest report states. He submitted to a preliminary breath test with a result of .145. He was arrested for suspicion of DUI. At jail he volunteered to submit to an evidentiary blood draw. Bail: $1,137.
— A 34-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday, July 14, 5:12 p.m. in the area of Telegraph and Plaza streets for a misdemeanor warrant alleging second domestic battery. The warrant was issued July 6, 2018 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $5,000.
— A 37-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday, July 14, 11:23 p.m. in the 1300 block of Monte Rosa Drive for misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery.
According to the arrest report, the suspect, who was intoxicated, became angry with his father who said he was no longer motivated, the arrest report states. The son then allegedly pushed, then punched his father on the side of the head. Bail: $3,000.
— A 40-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Saturday, 5:21 p.m. in the 700 block of Sean Drive for a misdemeanor violation of suspended sentence warrant issued May 31, 2018 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $1,000.
— A 29-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday, 11:51 p.m. in the 3300 block of South Carson Street for misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery.
According to the arrest report, deputies were called to the area regarding a domestic dispute and met with a victim and witness who said the suspect was playing a video game, causing the victim to become upset due to the volume.
The victim asked the man to turn down the volume. The man refused and so the victim turned the power off at the breaker box located inside the bedroom of the apartment, the arrest report states.
The suspect then allegedly pushed the victim from the door way. The suspect denied “pushing” the woman but did state he did put his hand behind her to try to gain access into the bedroom. The suspect was arrested for suspicion of domestic battery. Bail: $3,137.
All information for the crime log (unless otherwise noted) comes from the arrest reports supplied by the Carson City Sheriff's Office, and is considered by law to be public information. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The policy of Carson Now is to name anyone who is arrested for a felony offense.
CARSON CITY — Friday demonstrations of the Nevada State Museum’s historic Coin Press No. 1 have proven so popular this summer that museum officials are extending the program through Labor Day weekend in September.
In previous months, the 148-year-old coin press — the first press used by the U.S. Branch Mint in Carson City when it opened in in 1870 — was operated only the last Friday of the month. The frequency increased to every Friday in June and the response from museum visitors has been tremendous.
“The coin press is one of the museum’s most beloved artifacts and the staff and volunteers love sharing its history,” Myron Freedman, director of the Nevada State Museum, said. “The fact that it is operating in the same Mint building where it first began service makes it one of the most unique coin presses in the world.”
Manufactured by Morgan & Orr in Philadelphia, the six-ton press arrived in Carson City in 1869 and pressed its first coin – a seated Liberty dollar – on Feb. 11, 1870.
In 1878, it suffered a catastrophic failure, a cracked arch, which put it out of commission for a time. Machinists at the local shop of the Virginia & Truckee Railroad repaired it, and proud of their handiwork, replaced the original brass plate bearing the name Morgan & Orr with their own.
Between 1870 and 1893, the Carson City Mint produced nearly $50 million (face value) of gold and silver coins, including gold double eagles ($20) and eagles ($10), half eagles ($5), silver dollars, half dollars, quarters, dimes and 20-cent pieces.
Today, coins with the CC Mint mark are highly prized by collectors and among the most valuable in the collecting world.
The coin press demonstrations are free to observe with paid museum admission. Patrons can also purchase a blank .999 silver medallion at the museum store for $60 and see it pressed with one of the museum’s special designs.
For more information, contact Bob Nylen, curator of history, at rnylen@nevadaculture.org or 775-687-4810, ext. 245.
— Guy Clifton is a Public Relations Specialist for the Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Museums, Arts and Indian news. He can be reached at gclifton@travelnevada.com.
After mercury was found in pet food in a 2016 research project at the University of Nevada, Reno, a new team is taking a closer look to quantify the concentration level of methylmercury, the toxic mercury compound that can have negative health impacts. Preliminary analyses of a few dog food samples showed methylmercury to be a significant percentage of the total mercury.
“As scientists at the University of Nevada, Reno and experts in the fields of mercury and genetic analyses, we want to learn more about what is really in pet foods and help consumers make a more informed decision when purchasing food for their pets,” Sarrah Dunham-Cheatham, postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, said. “But we need your help.”
To fund their research, the scientists have collaborated with the University’s development department to crowdfund the project. Donations to the project can be made through the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation. All donations are tax deductible.
“One hundred percent of the donation will be used for research,” she said. “Our goal is to raise $25,000 for the entire project. This will cover the purchase of 100 or more pet food samples, as well as the costs to analyze the total mercury and methylmercury concentrations and genetic composition in the samples. No donation is too small; any amount is greatly appreciated.”
The objectives for the project are:
to determine the total amount of mercury in pet foods and how much is present as methylmercury (a strong neurotoxin that is especially harmful to cats),
to use genetics to determine if the ingredients listed on the food package label are really what is in the food, and
to share the results with the public so that pet owners can be better informed when selecting pet food and treats to help keep their pet healthy and happy.
It is important to know how much methylmercury is in pet food because it is a potent neurotoxin – think “the Mad Hatter.” Understanding the amount of methylmercury in pet food will allow a better understanding of the potential impact of long-term exposure on pets.
“We as humans often are exposed to unknown contaminants in our food; animals are even more susceptible to contaminants in food because they are fed the same food daily,” Mae Gustin professor in the Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences Department, and who primarily conducts research on mercury in the environment, said. “It is important for people to know that the foods they are feeding their animals are safe. This information is important for manufacturers of pet food as well as for pet owners.”
Under Gustin’s direction, the previous undergraduate research project at the University investigated total mercury concentrations in 101 pet food samples, including wet and dry cat and dog food, and found that 14 pet food samples had mercury concentrations higher than considered safe for wildlife, and two exceeded concentrations acceptable for human consumption. The researchers also performed genetic analyses of some pet foods to determine if the ingredients in the food were the same as on the packaging label, and found that the ingredients and labeling did not match in some pet foods.
This project is under the supervision of Nevada Board of Regents Researcher and Foundation Professor Mae Gustin, College of Agriculture, Biotechnology, and Natural Resources Associate Professor Mike Teglas and Extension Educator Lindsay Chichester of the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension.
Learn more about the project in the team’s About section of their Facebook page, and @PetFoodMercury.
The project will provide research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students.
