Ten volunteers with the Northern Nevada Chapter of the American Red Cross were honored recently at an appreciation event for exceptional service.

The Northern Nevada chapter serves 87,000 square miles, and volunteers not only serve locally but often travel outside the state to assist communities during times of disaster.

Regardless of where they serve, their contributions to the organization do not go unnoticed. The Northern Nevada Chapter boasts 222 volunteers who worked over 12,000 hours in 2018. “We’re celebrating all our volunteers,” stated Zanny Marsh, executive director. “What happens here doesn’t stay here, it’s pretty impactful” she added. Over 90 percent of the Red Cross workforce is made up of volunteers.

Volunteers Honored:
Jeanne Fallon-Carine, Board Member Recognition Award Minden, Douglas County
Jamie Cohen, Rising Star Award Reno, Washoe County
Sharon Tennant, Business Operations Volunteer Award Reno, Washoe County
Elizabeth Morse, Communications Volunteer Award Reno, Washoe County
Joaquin Roces, Disaster Preparedness Volunteer Award Reno, Washoe County
Barbara Sealy, Disaster Response Volunteer Award Winnemucca, Humboldt County
Karenne Smith, Volunteer Services Award Reno, Washoe County
Maureen Koski, Special Citation for Exceptional Volunteer Service Reno, Washoe County
Susan Kennedy, Clara Barton Honor Award for Meritorious Leadership Reno, Washoe County
Barbara Kramer, Presidential Award for Excellence Reno, Washoe County

A 33-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday for possession of a controlled substance and a violation of suspended sentence warrant, a sheriff's deputy said.

Kameron Keith Mariolo was taken into custody at 11:17 a.m. in the area of Silver Sage and Sonoma. According to the arrest report, a deputy was attempting to locate the man for an active warrant out of Carson City. The officer located Mariolo walking eastbound on Sonoma Street.

The officer made contact with the man and placed him under arrest for the warrant. The officer asked if he could search him and Mariolo agreed. He told the deputy that he had drugs in his hat. The officer located a clear plastic baggie inside the hat that contained heroin, the arrest report states. Bail: $5,500.

In other arrests:
— A 24-year-old Carson City woman, Katie Sardella, was arrested Tuesday, 2:13 p.m. in the 3100 block of Highway 50 East for suspicion of possession of a controlled substance, a felony, and misdemeanor violation of bail conditions and possession of drug paraphernalia.

According to the arrest report, deputies were called to a fast food restaurant at 1:45 p.m. regarding a female who had been sitting at a table since 10 a.m. and was bobbing and almost falling over.

The deputy arrived and made contact with the female who was talking on the phone and could barely keep her eyes open. The deputy, through training and experience, suspected the woman to be under the influence of heroin.

The woman was checked through dispatch for warrants. Dispatch advised the woman was on Alternative Sentencing. A deputy asked the woman if they could conduct a search of her person and property.

She allowed for the search. The woman handed a deputy an empty bag from her clothing. The deputy asked what the empty bag was. The woman handed the officer a cotton swab with a brown substance suspected of being heroin. A hypodermic needle was also discovered in her clothing. She was arrested. Bail: $6,637.

— A 20-year-old Dayton man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of possession of a controlled substance. Hayden Lewis Winebarger was taken into custody at 1:21 p.m. in the area of East Fifth and South Pratt streets.

According to the arrest report a deputy observed a vehicle that was suspected to be involved in a pursuit earlier. The driver of the vehicle during the pursuit was never located or identified.

The deputy followed the vehicle westbound on East Fifth Street from the intersection of South Carson Meadows going 40 mph in a 30 mph zone. The deputy made a traffic stop and activated his body camera prior to approaching the vehicle. The officer advised that he was stopped for going 40 in a posted 30 mph zone. The officer asked for his license, vehicle registration and insurance card for the vehicle.

The man stated he didn't have his license on him and he provided the other requested documents. The man acted nervous and the officer asked if he had anything illegal in the vehicle, such as guns, weapons or drugs. The man replied no. He was asked to step out for the vehicle. The man reached into his left pants pocket prior to exiting. The deputy advised him to keep his hands out of his pockets.

As the man exited the officer observed an aluminum baseball bat wedged between the driver seat the door along the floor board. The officer had the man step away from the vehicle where a "terry frisk" for weapons was conducted. A drug detection canine alerted positive to the vehicle. A search of the vehicle was done where a plastic baggie containing methamphetamine was located as well as multiple hypodermic devices. Bail: $2,500.

— A 39-year-old transient was arrested Monday, 6:31 p.m. at Walmart in the 3200 block of Market Street for misdemeanor petit larceny. According to the arrest report, deputies were called to the location after store security detained a woman for suspected shoplifting. The woman allegedly attempted to steal two DVD players valued at approximately $200. The deputy also notes that a nearby restaurant informed officers that the woman had been in the restaurant and ordered food and then refused to pay. Bail: $352.

— A 34-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Tuesday morning in the 1000 block of Woodside Drive for a misdemeanor warrant issued May 15, 2019 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $3,000.

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.

Everyone, say hello to Steve! Steve is a 9 month old terrier mix pup, who is looking for a new family to call his own.

Steve is one of several terriers there were taken into the custody of the Nevada Humane Society on May 17, and if you’re so inclined, you can take them all home!

Come down and meet Steve and his friends at the Carson City branch of the Nevada Humane Society, located at 549 Airport Road. The branch is open daily, 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Carson City Elks Lodge No. 2177 is proudly hosting the first Charity Poker Run on Saturday, June 22, 2019. All proceeds benefit local veteran charities. The poker run is open to motorcycles and cars older than 1970.

Pre-Registration will be held at the Elks Lodge located at 515 N. Nevada St. from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, 2019. Day of Event registration will be from 9 to 11 a.m. There will be a Bloody Martha Bar available for adult beverages.

Entry is only $25 per driver and $10 per passenger for either a bike or car. Registration includes breakfast at the Lodge.

The High Hand winner receives $200 and the Low Hand winner receives $100. Winners will be drawn at 3 p.m. at Battle Born Harley Davidson. You must be present to win.

Additionally there will be a 50/50 raffle drawing and a silent auction for some outstanding donations from local businesses.

Location stop Map will be provided at the start of the run at the Elks Lodge. Stops will be: Washoe Camp Saloon, Old Thyme Saloon, Bucket of Blood, Gold Canyon Cafe in Dayton, and of course, Battle Born Harley Davidson.

For more information contact Cliff Marshall at 775-297-5251 or Big John at 775-315-3700

Come out and have a great day and support local veteran charities!

A new “upcycle” corner has made its debut in Carson City’s FISH thrift store at the corner of Carson and Long streets. And FISH is asking the community to help name this corner of the store for a chance at a prize.

“Upcycling is the reuse of discarded objects to create a useful or fun item more valuable than the original,” said Jim Peckham, FISH’s executive director. “Community volunteers have stepped up to refinish furniture, upcycle denim clothing and create some beautiful and funky things. We hope our dedicated ‘thrifters’ will stop by to suggest names for this new area of the store and we invite those who haven’t discovered the value and fun of thrift store shopping will also stop by to visit.”

FISH, (Friends in Service Helping) thrift store sales are a major source of revenue for this local non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of northern Nevadans. Its stores are also a great source of many items useful to those who create interesting and valuable household furnishings, clothing and art objects through the process of “upcycling.”

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Under the new social work program transfer agreement with UNR’s School of Social Work, students can take up to 81 credits at WNC that will be recognized by UNR. These additional credits are available to students at WNC following the completion of their associate degree.

“The benefit of the collaboration is that students interested in social work can receive the benefits of more than two years of the bachelor's program in small class sizes for great value,” said Kim DesRoches, WNC’s Interim Director of Liberal Arts.

Social workers address problems related to poverty, discrimination, domestic violence, addiction and disabilities. There are a variety of fields that social workers can enter, such as health services, homeless services, adoption or foster care, psychiatric care, elder care, advocacy, crisis intervention, education and more.

Registration for the Fall semester is under way. New students can get started by applying for admission at www.wnc.edu/starthere/

For more information, contact DesRoches at 775-445-4401 or kim.desroches@wnc.edu and Counseling Services at 775-445-3267.

See flier below.

WNC collaborates with UNR on Social Work degree by Carson Now on Scribd

NEW WASHOE CITY, Nev. — June events at Washoe Lake State Park include stargazing, a wildflower walk, birdwatching, a full moon hike and fish printing.

The park is located north of Carson City off of Eastlake Boulevard. Reservations are required only for the full moon hike and can be made by calling (775) 687-4319 or e-mailing wlsp@parks.nv.gov. The park entrance fee is $5 per vehicle. There is no additional charge for these programs.

Star Party

Wildflower Walk
Meet at the boat ramp parking lot for a guided wildflower walk along the Deadman’s Creek Trail. This is a moderate 1.5 mile, round-trip, hike with an elevation gain of 380 feet. Participants should wear hiking boots (no sandals), bring water and sun protection, and dress for the weather.
WHEN: Sunday, June 2, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Washoe Lake State Park, 4855 Eastlake Blvd., Washoe Valley, NV 89704. Meet at the boat ramp parking lot. Take Exit 44 from I-580 and drive north on Eastlake Blvd. approximately four miles. The park entrance is on the left. Turn left past the fee booth and the boat ramp is the 3rd parking lot on the right..

Basic Birdwatching
Meet in our Day Use Area for an introduction to birdwatching! Binoculars and bird guides will be available for use, but feel free to bring your own if you have them. Park staff will introduce participants to Washoe Lake and its variety of birds before making our way through the Day Use Area. This family-friendly program will last approximately one hour. Pets are not recommended for this program. This program will be rescheduled in the case of inclement weather.
WHEN: Sunday, June 9, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
WHERE: Washoe Lake State Park, 4855 Eastlake Blvd., Washoe Valley, NV 89704. Meet at the boat ramp parking lot. Take Exit 44 from I-580 and drive north on Eastlake Blvd. approximately four miles. The park entrance is on the left. Turn left past the fee booth and the boat ramp is the 3rd parking lot on the right.

Full Moon Hike
Reservations are required for this hike and can be made by calling (775) 687-4319 or e-mailing wlsp@parks.nv.gov. Meet at the Equestrian Area for this easy hike through the sand dunes! This hike is approximately 2.5 miles long and involves hiking in loose sand. Pets are allowed but must be kept on a leash at all times.
WHEN: Sunday, June 16, 8 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
WHERE: Washoe Lake State Park, 4855 Eastlake Blvd., Washoe Valley, NV 89704. Meet at the Equestrian Area parking lot. Take Exit 44 from I-580 and drive north on Eastlake Blvd. approximately four miles. The park entrance is on the left. Turn right past the fee booth, pass the campground, and follow the short gravel road to the equestrian area parking lot.

Fish Printing
Join park staff for a program featuring Gyotaku, the Japanese art of fish printing. We will supply the fish replicas, paint, rice paper, and brushes. Meet in the Maze parking lot.
WHEN: Saturday, June 22, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
WHERE: Washoe Lake State Park, 4855 Eastlake Blvd., Washoe Valley, NV 89704. Meet at the Maze parking lot. Take Exit 44 from I-580 and drive north on Eastlake Blvd. approximately four miles. The park entrance is on the left. Turn left past the fee booth, and the Maze is the first parking lot on the right.

— Jenny Ramella is an Education & Information Officer for the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Nevada Division of State Parks. She can be reached at jmramella@parks.nv.gov.

STATELINE, Nev. — The Tahoe Regional Transportation Agency’s Governing Board approved a $50,000 settlement Wednesday with the California Department of Transportation and Stewart Engineering regarding permit violations that occurred on California Highway 89 near Emerald Bay in 2018.

In May 2018, TRPA received a complaint regarding the construction of a retaining wall being built on Highway 89 as part of the Bayview project at Lake Tahoe. Video showing a large boulder rolling over the side of the highway was revealed to TRPA by a worker on the project.

Inspecting the site that same day, TRPA staff found evidence of tree damage, slope de-stabilization, and other violations to the approved permit for the project. Specifically, TRPA inspectors found that temporary implementation of Best Management Practices for erosion control had not been installed at the site. Boulders and other construction debris were found in the stream environment zone directly below the project, along with damage to several trees, including the large Sugar Pine shown in the video.

“Caltrans and Stewart Engineering were both very cooperative during our investigation.” said Steve Sweet, code compliance manager with TRPA, “Caltrans and TRPA have a significant working relationship in the Basin. We look forward to forging ahead, and feel Caltrans is as committed as we are to protecting the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe.”

Caltrans and Stewart also completed a significant restoration project, mitigating the damage discovered during the inspection. As part of the restoration, TRPA approved the installation of permanent erosion controls, like placing downed trees to stabilize the slope, as well as the planting of various shrubs to inhibit erosion. Monitoring of the site will continue through November 2021 to verify that the completed work has established itself in the environment.

Permitting for Bayview project was granted to Caltrans and Stewart Engineering in the fall of 2017 and the project has since been completed.

A high-speed chase ended Tuesday in a pursuit that initially began in South Lake Tahoe and then ended in Sacramento, landing a known gang member, white supremacist wanted in Douglas County and El Dorado County behind bars.

It started May 13, 2018 when Christopher Wadstein was arrested in connection with 17 firearms stolen from a car in a hotel parking lot. Most of those weapons were recovered but not all of them. 30-year-old Wadstein went to jail and got out on bond. Then police learned he took off from El Dorado County.

Over the past year, South Lake Tahoe PD detectives learned Wadstein was bouncing around between North Dakota, Sacramento, and Douglas County, Nevada. Right now, he has outstanding warrants in Douglas County for assault with a deadly weapon, and in El Dorado County for theft and felon in possession of a firearm.

On May 21, SLTPD detectives got information from North Dakota investigators that Wadstein was in the Sacramento area to buy drugs and weapons to bring back to North Dakota.

SLTPD, along with the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office, and the El Dorado County DA’s Office went to the Sacramento area to try to find him. They found Wadstein headed towards South Lake Tahoe on Highway 50 near the Ponderosa exit. EDCSO tried to pull Wadstein over, but he took off and started driving into oncoming traffic. Deputies ended the pursuit because it was just too dangerous.

Not too long after that, Wadstein was found heading back to Sacramento, this time by California Highway Patrol. He led CHP on a high-speed pursuit along Highway 50. Sacramento County Sheriff’s helicopter and CHP’s fixed-wing aircraft helped track him.

It all came to an end when Wadstein’s truck caught fire. He jumped from the moving vehicle took off into a river area in South Sacramento. Wadstein was arrested with nearly a pound of methamphetamine on him. The Sacramento Metro Fire Department responded to the fire and could hear what is believed to be ammunition exploding as they put it out.

Wadstein is a long time South Lake Tahoe resident with arrests dating back to his teenage years. His previous convictions range from drugs and vandalism to kidnapping and weapons charges. He is also believed to be a skinhead white supremacist prison gang member.

South Lake Tahoe Investigators will be processing Wadstein’s vehicle later today for weapons and drugs. The South Lake Tahoe Police department would like to thank the El Dorado County DA”s office, The El Dorado County Sheriff’s office, The Sacramento County Sheriff’s office, Sacramento Police Department and the California Highway Patrol for assisting.

More than 100 people joined NARAL Pro-Choice Nevada (National Abortion Rights Action League) in a rally Tuesday at the Nevada State Legislature to support Senate Bill 179, also called the “Trust Nevada Women Act.” In a time when abortion is being outlawed in several states around the country, Nevada instead went in the opposite direction with SB 179, securing a woman’s right to choose.

NARAL Pro-Choice Nevada provided the following statement regarding the rally held Tuesday:

As thousands of people across the country call for protecting reproductive freedom, the Nevada Assembly made the state a leader, voting overwhelmingly in favor of upholding the reproductive rights of Nevadans and passing the Trust Nevada Women Act (TNWA), SB 179. The TNWA, which passed the Assembly by a 27-to-13 margin, now heads to the Senate for a final procedural vote, then to Governor Sisolak's desk to be signed. The bill is one of the most progressive and forward-thinking pieces of legislation on reproductive freedom debated or passed this legislative session across the country.

The bill, sponsored by Sen. Yvanna Cancela, will remove antiquated abortion restrictions and bring Nevada law in line with Nevadans’ overwhelmingly pro-choice values. NARAL, along with hundreds of activists from across the state, led the fight to pass the TNWA and advocated for the 83% of Nevadans who want abortion to be safe, legal, and free from government interference.

The TNWA has garnered widespread support, passing the Senate with bipartisan backing. Nevada’s Lieutenant Governor Kate Marshall and Attorney General Aaron Ford both issued public statements praising this groundbreaking legislation and underscoring its importance.

“Throughout this legislative session, NARAL and our over 45,000 battle-born members fiercely and tirelessly fought for the passage of the Trust Nevada Women Act,” said NARAL Pro-Choice Nevada State Director Caroline Mello Roberson. “With our reproductive rights under constant attack across the country, we are proud that Nevada legislators voted to ensure that Nevada women and families are able to make the best decisions for their health and well-being, along with their doctors. While we celebrate this win today, we know our work continues. We will continue fighting for the rights and dignity of every person in the Silver State.”

NARAL and its thousands of members proudly led the push for the TNWA, hosting weekly phone banking events in Reno and Las Vegas, testifying on behalf of the bill, and creating the need for multiple overflow rooms at each of the bill’s public hearings. NARAL members also embarked on four “Feminist Road Trips” to the capitol in Carson City throughout the legislative session. In a recent op-ed in the Las Vegas Sun, NARAL Nevada State Director Caroline Mello Roberson explained how essential the TNWA is to improving the health and well-being of Nevada women and families.

In 2018, voters sent a clear rebuke to the Trump/Republican agenda, electing a Democratic supermajority in the legislature. Nevada also elected its first Democratic Governor since 1999, is now represented by two female Senators, and secured the first majority women legislature in the country, with a pro-choice majority in the State legislature and a supermajority in the House.

In 2016, NARAL members were a part of the successful coalition that flipped the Nevada State legislature from anti-choice to pro-choice control. As a result, the 2017 legislative session saw the first bill in more than 18 years to protect and expand access to affordable birth control for all Nevadans. NARAL members have continued to build on that work during the 2019 legislative session and are heading into the 2020 election cycle with the wind at their backs.

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Nevada residents and visitors are invited to “Discover Nevada State Parks” on Saturday, June 8. Park visitors will receive free day-use admission and free fishing (no license required) at all of Nevada’s State Parks.

This statewide event encourages Nevadans to discover the many exciting and affordable recreation opportunities right in their own backyards. “Nevada’s state parks offer a great diversity of outdoor opportunities,” said State Parks Administrator Robert Mergell. “For example, visitors can explore the slot canyons of Cathedral Gorge, tour a genuine ghost town at Berlin-Ichthyosaur or spend a relaxing afternoon fishing at Wild Horse.”

Discover Nevada State Parks Day is also an opportunity for visitors to take the passport challenge and add a stamp to their passport booklet, or if they don’t have one yet, to pick one up while visiting any state park. Once visitors have their passports stamped at 15 different parks, they earn a free annual day-use pass to all Nevada State Parks.

For more information on the Nevada State Parks Passport Booklet, or to find a list of state parks, please visit parks.nv.gov.

WHAT: “Discover Nevada State Parks” Fee-Free Day

WHEN: Saturday, June 8

WHERE: All Nevada State Parks

Join our free leader-led hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors! Meet at the trailhead, 5:30 p.m. for the Clear Creek trail, 1/2 mile west of Jacks Valley Elementary School on Jacks Valley Road, 1.8 miles from 395. Water and sturdy closed-toed shoes are required. Hat, sunscreen and hiking poles recommended.

Tuesday evening hikes will be 4-6 miles in length. If it is raining, snowing, or air quality due to smoke, hikes will be cancelled. Check www.musclepowered.org/calendar or Facebook after 3:00 pm. Contact Sharon Coates at scoates7515@gmail.com, if you have questions.

Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for assistance in identifying suspects involved in vehicle burglaries and subsequent credit card fraud that occurred in Carson City.

On May 9, 2019, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division issued a press release asking for assistance in identifying vehicle burglary and credit card fraud suspects. Two suspects used a stolen credit at the Walmart on Topsy Lane on May 2. See the release here.

During the investigation, the same two suspects used the victim’s credit card at home improvement stores in Carson City, Reno, Sparks and Fernley.

Scroll through the photos and click to enlarge. Go here and here or see below for video surveillance.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, Dispatch (775) 887-2677, Investigation Division, Detective Sam Hatley (775)283-7852, Investigations Captain Brian Humphrey (775) 283-7850 or Secret Witness (775) 322-4900. Refer to Case No. 2019-2928.

World War II historian and author Ken Beaton will be the featured speaker at the Carson City Democrats' Memorial Day luncheon. He will narrate a slide show of photographs taken on his visits to American memorials and military cemeteries across Europe, including some ties to his own family.

A native of Lynn, Massachusetts, Ken is a retired Nevada secondary school teacher. The Nevada Appeal has published over a hundred of his commentaries, and many of his history articles have been published in Nevada and Nevada In The West magazines.

In his latest book, he tells the remarkable story of his uncle Richard's final mission at Monte la Difensa, Italy, during which he was killed in action on December 3, 1943. Inside Richard's helmet was found a photograph of his young nephew, Kenneth Beaton.

This event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Monday, May 27, in the banquet room of Carson City's Round Table, on Retail Drive just off College Parkway. Sponsored by the Democratic Men's Committee, these luncheons help keep the lights on at Carson City's Democratic HQ. Suggested donations of $5 or more gratefully accepted but are not required. All are welcome.

For further information contact Rich Dunn at 434-8783 or richdunn@aol.com.

Heading into Thursday, May 23, 2019 we ask: Can you feel it? Yes, the Memorial Day holiday is nearly here and we may even get a weather break or four in between expected showers through the weekend, forecasters say. Activities and events to round out this last Thursday of the month include a day hike, a bicycle cruise on the west side of the capital city, a Lunch and Learn Workshop for local nonprofit organizations, a chamber luncheon focusing on mental health, a GOP meeting, art showings, live music and more. Here's what's happening:

Do you have an event or happening you'd like people to know about? Tell us about it by clicking here, filling out the details and we'll tell Carson City area readers about your event or happening. You can also submit the relevant information, also known as the "5Ws and How” to editor@carsonow.org.

Here's what's on Thursday's activity list:

— Historic commission 2019 Carson City Scavenger Hunt. Daily until May 31. In celebration of Historic Preservation and Archaeological Awareness month, the Carson City Historic Resource Commission has organized the 10th Annual Scavenger Hunt. This year’s hunt focuses on the history and culture of the capital city. The Commission crafted the hunt to be an event the family can do together. Participants will be given clues about people, places and events that are important to the community’s history. Using the clues, participants will research and locate the answers. To ensure participants visit the various sites, on-site photographs will be required with the submittals.
Completed answers are due by 3 p.m. May 31, 2019. Answers may be submitted in person at 108 East Proctor Street, Carson City or emailed to planning@carson.org. A winner will be drawn from the correct submittals to receive a $50 gift card to The Fox Brewpub, located in the Historic Saint Charles Hotel at 310 South Carson Street.
A copy of the 10th Annual Scavenger Hunt can be accessed at 108 East Proctor Street, or at submitted online at carson.org/hunt. Good luck and happy hunting.

— I’d Finish That! How to Touch up Your Paintings presented at Rustically Divine. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. How many of us got stumped but would really like to finish a painting or two (or ten!) Enjoy the wonders of watercolor and acrylic as professional artist, Dana Childs teaches you how to put the final touches on your paintings that are just waiting to become masterpieces. All levels are welcome, but this class is ideal for the beginner. Sign up online here. To learn more about the art and artist, visit Dana’s website here or contact her with any questions at tfa.create@gmail.com. Rustically Divine is located at 410 N. Carson St., Carson City

— Spotlight on mental health is focus of Carson City Chamber luncheon. 11:30 a.m. As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Carson City Chamber is hosting a luncheon meeting at Gold Dust West on Thursday, May 23 at 11:30 a.m. to address how our city is addressing the mental health crisis and how it can affect our every day lives.
Sheriff Ken Furlong will address how mental illness can be one of the reasons for incarceration. Nationally, 21 percent of prisoners are booked due to mental illness. Chief of Juvenile Services Ali Banister will shed light on those under 18 who become a part of the juvenile justice system. Nationally, 70 percent of youth who enter the system have a mental health issue with 20 percent of those considered serious. Kids as young as 10 can become a part of the system. Judge Kristin Luis presides over the City’s Mental Health Court. She sees an average of 30 participants weekly to assist them through comprehensive treatment supervised by a multi-disciplinary team. Jacob Hicks is a nurse at Mallory Behavioral Health Crisis Center, once the site of Carson Tahoe Hospital in downtown Carson City. The Center provides 24-hour emergency assistance for those in a mental health or substance abuse crisis and is a department of Carson Tahoe Regional Health Care.
The luncheon will be thought-provoking and shed light on the many services offered to provide assistance to caregivers and patients. Cost is $20 and includes lunch. RSVP prior to May 20 to 882-1565. Cost is $25 after May 20. The public is invited.

— Non-Profit Lunch and Learn Workshop at Carson Nugget. Noon. If you have a non-profit (or thinking about starting one) and need a little help on the ins and outs of running a non-profit, we invited Craig with SCORE to come and visit us on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at the Carson Nugget in the Alatte coffee house to chat with us. Meeting starts at 12:00 Noon so come a little early to order your lunch. SCORE is a 501 nonprofit organization that provides free business mentoring services to prospective and established small business owners in the United States. More than 10,000 volunteers provide these services, with all volunteers being active and retired business executives and entrepreneurs. SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, is dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals. Since 1964, we have provided education and mentorship to more than 11 million entrepreneurs. The event is free to attend, however, please do register so Craig knows just how many packages to bring. You can purchase your lunch at the Alatte. Register by clicking here. This event is sponsored by the Status of Women In Nevada. Contact: CJ Gueldner at (775) 400-6443 or Sharon Slater at (775) 721-1535.

— Thursday Hike: Timberline Trail hosted by Muscle Powered. 3 p.m. Join us on our free leader-led hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet in the dirt area opposite Murphy Drive on Combs Canyon Road to carpool to the trailhead. Water and sturdy closed-toe shoes required. Hat, sunscreen and hiking poles recommended. Bring a friend and/or friendly dogs. All hikes are 2-4 miles with duration of about 90 minutes, sometimes with elevation gains of 500’ or more. In case of bad weather, we will cancel. Please check the www.musclepowered.org/calendar or our Facebook page for last minute changes, or contact the hike coordinator Jo Foster at jf.prairie@gmail.com, or (319) 504-3309, call or text.

— Muscle Powered Hosts West Side Cruiser Ride. 6 to 8 p.m. A slow and easy 4-mile family friendly ride around Carson City’s west side. Decorate your bike and wear a costume, this is a fun ride! Sign-in begins at 6 p.m., the ride starts at 6:30 p.m. The Brewery Arts Center will be the beginning and end of the ride.

— Music with The Cedric and Lucky at Living the Good Life Nightclub-Bistro-Lounge. 6 p.m. Music, food, drink specials and more. 1480 N Carson St, Carson City.

— Performance by Dave Leather at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint. 6 to 8 p.m. Come check out Dave Leather this evening singing some great tunes. 1500 Old Hot Springs Road, Carson City.

— Live Music at Glen Eagles Restaurant with Craig and Teri. 6:30 to 9 p.m. Enjoy live music that is sure to make you get up and dance every Wednesday through Saturday. 3700 N. Carson St., Carson City.

— Carson City Republican Central Committee General Meeting. 6:30 p.m. You are invited by Carson City Republican Central Committee to hear from Michael Kadenacy, Chairman of Washoe County Republicans, to share their County vision for the upcoming years as we get ready for the 2020 election. Our meeting will be held on May 23rd. Meeting in Angelina's Restaurant at the Carson Nugget Casino, 507 N Carson Street. Social hour and networking at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7pm. Bring your questions to identify common interests and ways to collaborate with Washoe County. The public is welcome to attend at no cost to any of our Republican General Committee meetings on the 4th Thursday of the month. Feel free to contact us at 775-841-1800 or cc.nv.republicans@gmail.com.

— Iconic Nevada legislator Joe Neal subject of Carson City museum lecture. 6:30 p.m. As the 80th session of the Nevada Legislature nears its end, an iconic and history making former legislator is the focus of this month’s Frances Humphrey Lecture Series at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City. “Westside Slugger: Joe Neal’s Lifelong Fight for Social Justice,” is the presentation by Hall of Fame Nevada journalist John L. Smith, based on his book of the same name. It takes place Thursday, May 23, at 6:30 p.m. at the museum’s South Gallery. Admission is $8 for adults; free for museum members and children 17 and younger. Lecturer John L. Smith is a longtime journalist and the author of more than a dozen books on some of the most significant characters in Las Vegas history. In three decades as a daily columnist with the Las Vegas Review-Journal, he garnered many state and national awards for his work. In 2016, Smith was named to the Nevada Newspaper Hall of Fame. Doors for the lecture open at 6 p.m. Seating is limited; reserve your seat by going here. The Nevada State Museum is located at 600 N. Carson Street, Carson City.

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— Nevada Arts Council Presents: Bits and Pieces of the Silver State. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Reno artist Patricia Wallis has a background in plein air painting as well as aerial painting working on canvas, board and copper. Over the past decade she has worked exclusively on copper which gives the image a unique luminescence not found when working with canvas or board. Oil painting on copper goes back to the 15th century although it is rarely used by contemporary artists. Bits and Pieces of the Silver State feature the various elements of nature and provide conceptual basis inn Wallis’ paintings. Go here for more information about Nevada Arts Council.

— Nevada Artists Association Presents: Landscape Show. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop in and enjoy the diverse artwork on display from Nevada Artists Association (NAA) Members with featured artist Walter Daniels. With a current membership of 120-plus, boasting over 30 new members in the past few months alone, this show promises to be one for the books. For more information visit the NAA website, call 775-882-6411 or email naaCarsonCity@gmail.com.

— Dance Workshop for Couples at Yaple's Ballroom. In this beginner level workshop you must have a partner in this class, we will not be rotating. It can be a friend, husband, wife, boyfriend or girlfriend, you just have to have a buddy with you to be your partner. We are going to learn the style of dance of Night Club Two Step and some other exercises that will help you with your connection to your partner. $20. Yaple’s Ballroom is located at 315 N Carson St., Carson City. Go here for the website to learn more including dates and times.

— Carson City art exhibition 'Creative Spark' features 32 area high school artists. The Capital City Arts Initiative hosts its exhibition, Creative Spark, at the Community Development Building, also known as the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. Thirty-two students from Carson, Dayton, Douglas, and Pioneer high schools have work in the exhibit. The free exhibition is available to the public now through May 29, 2019, Mondays through Fridays, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Creative Spark includes a wide variety of art media including ceramics, collage, drawing, painting, and photography that show the diversity of the students’ creativity.

— Capital City Arts Initiative presents 'The Lay of the Land' at Carson City showing. The Capital City Arts Initiative presents an exhibition, "The Lay of the Land," by artist Fred Howland in the Community Center’s Sierra Room, 851 E William Street, Carson City. The exhibition runs now through June 30, 2019. Howland’s passion is to create a sense of time and place through his photographs. He returns to favorite sites to work, like Hope Valley and Genoa, returning to take repeat images in different seasons and lighting. His interest in landscapes go back to his New England roots where he was more comfortable in the outdoors than in school classrooms. The Sierra Room is open to the public during Carson City official meetings including the first and third Thursdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and many afternoons, Monday through Thursday, 5 to 8 p.m.

— "Home Means Nevada" photo exhibit debut at the Nevada Legislature. The Nevada Arts Council is unveiling a new traveling photo exhibition, “Home Means Nevada” that will start its journey in the hallways of the Nevada Legislature during the 2019 session. The exhibition features the works of 15 contemporary photographers, but which echoes famous photographs and artwork from the late 1800s and early 1900s that helped spur protections for many of our nation’s national parks. The exhibit highlights some of the unique treasures found on federally managed lands across the state, from bighorns to Burning Man, to the ancient rock art and petroglyphs in the Gold Butte area. The exhibition will be displayed in the Senate hallway of the Nevada Legislature, 401 S. Carson St. in Carson City.

— WNC Continuing Education offers Zumba classes. Zumba is a dance form and aerobics fitness program. Zumba involves dance and aerobic movements performed to energetic Latin and pop music from countries around the world. The choreography incorporates hip hop, soca, samba, salsa, meringue and mambo. Squats and lunges are also included. Students should wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes, and bring a towel, water and a positive attitude. No prior dance experience is required — Zumba is about making friends, getting a workout, and enjoying yourself! Classes are held at the WNPAC dance studio, located at 951 N Stewart St. Call 775-445-4241 for more information.

— Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is hiring for seasonal positions. With summer around the corner, Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is hiring for many seasonal positions! If you love being outdoors, our park or open space maintenance position is for you. If you love being around water, join our aquatic team. If you love sports, join our recreation side. Be a part of a great team this summer! Scroll and click through fliers for more. Go here if you're interested and wish to apply.

This calendar is updated throughout the day as information becomes available.

May is Wildfire Awareness Month in Nevada and an appropriate time to discuss ways to protect your home and property. "Firescaping" is landscape design that reduces house and property vulnerability to wildfires. The goal is to develop a landscape with a design and choice of plants that enhance the aesthetics of the property while creating a defensible, survivable space around the home.

The ideal is to surround the home with plants with a high moisture content that are less likely to ignite and burn; and hardscape, such as rock, cement, patio pavers, etc. It is imperative when building homes in wildfire-prone areas such as ours that fire safety be a major factor in landscape design. Appropriate manipulation of the landscape prior to a wildfire can significantly improve the chances of a home surviving.

Firescaping integrates traditional landscape functions with a design that reduces the threat from wildfire. It does not need to look different than a traditional design. It meets the needs for beauty, entertainment, play areas, storage and erosion control. It also includes planting for fire safety, modifying vegetation, using fire safety zones, and incorporating defensible-space principles.

Firescaping minimizes the use of evergreen shrubs and trees within 30 feet to 100 feet of a home (defensible space zone). Instead, it incorporates plants with high moisture content that are low-growing, less than 2 feet tall and avoids plants with resinous or oily stems and leaves.

Deciduous trees are generally more fire-resistant than evergreens. Fuel breaks are a vital component of firescaping. The use of driveways, lawns, walkways, patios, ponds, areas with inorganic mulches, and walls constructed of nonflammable materials will reduce fuel loads and create fuel breaks.

Think about these four concepts when purchasing plants for wildfire threat reduction:

• Shorter is better than taller.
• Deciduous is better than evergreen.
• Herbaceous (soft and green) is better than woody.
• Avoid resinous native plants, such as sagebrush and bitterbrush, in the defensible-space zone.

Through proper plant selection, placement and maintenance, you can decrease the possibility of ignition, lower the fire intensity, and reduce how quickly a fire will spread on your property. Incorporating firescaping techniques may not guarantee home survival, but it often will increase the chances of survival, with or without firefighters, and make defending the home less risky for firefighters. There can’t be a fire truck in every driveway, so it is up to you to take action to reduce the fire threat to your home and property before the next wildfire occurs.

May is Wildfire Awareness Month and this year’s theme is “Wildfire Happens, Is Your Community Prepared?” For more information go to www.livingwithfire.info.

— JoAnne Skelly is an Associate Professor & Extension Educator Emerita at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension. She can be reached at skellyj@unce.unr.edu

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 20-26, 2019. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

— State Route 28 will be closed near Tunnel Creek Café and Sand Harbor State Park, Tuesday through Thursday, 8 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

— Division Street will be closed between Washington Street and Sophia Street, Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

— Ann Street will be closed between Minnesota Street and Nevada Street, Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

— Ann Street will be closed between Nevada Street and Curry Street, Wednesday and Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

— Curry Street will be closed between Washington Street and Robinson Street, Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

— Nichols Lane will be reduced to a single lane between US 50 and Carmine Street, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

— Emerson Drive will be reduced to a single lane between College Parkway and Mark Way, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Stewart Street will have reduced lanes between Little Lane and Wright Way, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

— Curry Street will be reduced to a single lane between Shoshone Street and Oneida Street, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

— Roop Street will have reduced lanes between College Parkway and Hot Springs Road, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Center Drive will be reduced to a single lane between Arthur Drive and Gibson Avenue, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

— US 50 will have 24-hour single lane closures between Tahoe Golf Drive and Spooner summit, Monday through Friday, Travel delays between 10 and 30 minutes should be anticipated lane closures expected through late November.

— State Route 28 will have reduced lanes between Incline Village and Sand Harbor State Park, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., through late June.

— Menlo Drive will be reduced to a single lane between Airport Road and Lompa Lane, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Airport Road will be reduced to a single lane between Menlo Drive and Woodside Drive, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Lompa Lane will be reduced to a single lane between Menlo Drive and Modoc Court, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Fall Street will be reduced to a single lane between John Street and Dan Street, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Dan Street will be reduced to a single lane between David Street and Peter Street, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Clearview Drive will be reduced to a single lane between Curry Street and Voltaire Street, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

— Oak Ridge Drive will have intermittent lane closures between Ormsby Boulevard and College Parkway, Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

— I-580 will have night-time single lane closures between East Lake Boulevard and Fairview Drive, through next year.

— Division Street will have narrowed lanes between Washington Street and Sophia Street, Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

— Boulder Drive will be reduced to a single lane between Cinnabar Avenue and Diamond Avenue, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Sandstone Drive will be reduced to a single lane between Cinnabar Avenue and Diamond Avenue, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Agate Drive will be reduced to a single lane between Cinnabar Avenue and Diamond Avenue, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Cinnabar Avenue will be reduced to a single lane between Boulder Drive and College Parkway, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Diamond Avenue will be reduced to a single lane between Boulder Drive and College Parkway, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The May series of Northern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge will focus on "The Next Step: Workforce Retention and Succession" this Wednesday, May 22, at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden.

NNDA’s The Business Edge is a monthly educational series providing information on issues and trends of interest to the northern Nevada business community.

A combination of breakfasts and lunches, these monthly briefings offer opportunities to network with local business executives and management teams, elected and government officials, key workforce development leaders, and important nonprofit organizations.

Register now and see a complete listing up NNDA’s upcoming events at www.nnda.org/events.

The 2019 Series Includes:
— The Next Step: Workforce Retention & Succession, May 22, 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Carson Valley Inn

— Aerospace in Nevada, June 26, 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Carson Valley Inn

— Legislative Update, July 24, 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Casino Fandango

— Powering Business in Nevada, August 28, 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Carson Valley Inn

— Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Initiatives in Nevada, September 25, 11:30 – 1:00 p.m. at the Casino Fandango

— Annual Economic Roundup, October 23, 7:30 – 9 a.m. at the Casino Fandango