The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will begin the sale of personal use fuelwood permits at the Forest Supervisor’s Office in South Lake Tahoe on Monday, June 3, 2019. Permits cost $20 per cord, with a two-cord minimum purchase and a limit of 10 cords per household.

Permits have specific conditions and complete information is provided when the permit is issued. Maps to designated cutting areas are provided and must be in the permit holder’s possession along with the valid permit when cutting.

The permit is for collection of “down-dead” wood in designated fuelwood areas within the Lake Tahoe Basin. "Down-dead" means the tree is down on the ground and dead, rather than dead and standing. Cutting any standing tree, whether dead or green, is not allowed.

Permit holders must keep vehicles on National Forest roads. No off-road travel is allowed and permit holders must comply with all permit conditions. Some designated fuelwood areas are only open during specified dates and all areas are subject to closure at any time. For a complete list of Forest Service road and gate opening dates, go here. Some road and gate opening dates may be delayed, and access to some roads may be limited due to wet conditions.

Permit holders are asked to stay off private property and show courtesy regarding noise or collection activity on National Forest lands near homes or neighborhoods.

Permit sales will end on Nov. 15 and the last day to cut is Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019.

The Forest Supervisor's Office is at 35 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call the South Lake Tahoe office at 530-543-2600 or go here.

The mission of the U.S. Forest Service, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is to sustain the health, diversity and productivity of the nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. The agency manages 193 million acres of public land, provides assistance to state and private landowners, and maintains the largest forestry research organization in the world.

Public lands the Forest Service manages contribute more than $13 billion to the economy each year through visitor spending alone. Those same lands provide 20 percent of the nation's clean water supply, a value estimated at $7.2 billion per year. The agency has either a direct or indirect role in stewardship of about 80 percent of the 850 million forested acres within the U.S., of which 100 million acres are urban forests where most Americans live.

RENO, Nev. — Dozens of Little Valley Fire victims will receive financial damages after the plaintiffs negotiated a settlement agreement with the State of Nevada.
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Deep in the West, under a secret rock, in a cool stream, lies a prize worth finding. Anglers of all levels are invited to participate in the Western Native Trout Challenge and put the lure of the West on their bucket list. In addition to earning bragging rights at the Expert, Advanced and Master Levels, participants will help the Western Native Trout Initiative conserve 21 species of native trout, forever.

The 12 states where these native trout can be found are Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. The state fish and wildlife agencies in each of the twelve states are partnering on the effort, along with USDA Forest Service, the federal Bureau of Land Management and Trout Unlimited.

“The Nevada Department of Wildlife is very excited about the opportunity to partner with WNTI in this exciting new program,” said NDOW’s Chief of Fisheries, Jon Sjöberg. “The Western Native Fish Challenge complements and enhances NDOW’s own Native Fish Slam program and will help anglers better understand and appreciate the importance and conservation of native trout species both in Nevada and throughout the western United States. We want anglers to get outdoors and experience these wonderful fish and landscapes, and this is another amazing way to do that.”

Native trout are the embodiment of the West. The wild rivers, the alpine lakes, and the trickling arroyos — the fiber of Western geography — are the habitat for the redband, the cutthroat, and the Gila. The landscape and lore of the West is that of the trout.

The Western Native Trout Challenge invites anglers to help celebrate this legacy by catching native trout and char in each of 12 Western states, at their own pace. There are three levels of achievement: Participants who catch six trout species across four states will earn “Expert Caster” rewards. Those who catch 12 trout species across eight states will earn “Advanced Caster” rewards. And those who catch 18 species across all 12 states will not only enjoy the adventure of a lifetime, they will be designated as a “Master Caster” with rewards to match.

Get guidance on which fish to catch and maps on where to find them by signing up each participant at $25 per adult (free for 17 and under) for the program. Sign up at WesternNativeTroutChallenge.org. The vast majority, 92 percent of the fee, will help save native trout across the West for generations to come.

The Western Native Trout Initiative (WNTI) is a program of the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and a nationally recognized partnership under the National Fish Habitat Partnership program that works cooperatively across 12 Western states to conserve 21 native trout and char species across their historic range.

Since its inception in 2006, WNTI has directed more than $29 million in federal, public and private funds to serve 139 priority native trout conservation projects. WNTI and partners have removed 87 barriers to fish passage, reconnected or improved 1,130 miles of native trout habitat and put in place 30 protective fish barriers to conserve important native trout populations.

Lake Tahoe natural resource and law enforcement agencies remind residents and visitors to practice proper food storage and trash disposal at all times while in bear country.

Intentional or unintentional feeding of bears can result in unwanted bear behaviors, increased human-bear conflicts, and public safety issues, as well as fines and possible jail time for violators. Each year law enforcement and state wildlife officers respond to hundreds of calls in which bears may pose a public safety threat or are damaging property. In some cases, the bear must be euthanized. Become part of the solution and help us Keep Tahoe Bears Wild!

“Keeping Tahoe Bears Wild is a year-round commitment! We need everyone, from full-time residents to visitors passing through for a day or two, to do their part,” said Nevada Department of Wildlife Biologist, Heather Reich. “Bears belong in the Tahoe Basin. The agencies that manage the land and the wildlife, want to do all we can to ensure humans and bears enjoy the natural resources Lake Tahoe has to offer.”

The Tahoe Basin is a spectacular place to live and attracts millions of outdoor recreationists each year. The Sierra Nevada is prime bear habitat with an estimated population of 10,000 to 15,000 American black bears. With the onset of warmer weather conditions, bears are beginning to leave their winter dens in search of food.

When bears emerge from hibernation, they are very hungry and must eat to make up for calories lost during winter. As more people live in and frequent bear country, an abundance of unnatural food sources become available to bears. Bears are attracted to anything scented and/or edible. Improperly stored food and garbage are temptations few bears can resist.

Once bears gain access to human food or trash, they will continue to seek it out. They become less cautious of people and may display unusually bold behavior when trying to get to human or pet food. Bears that have become indifferent or habituated to the presence of people may cause property damage and threaten public safety. Residents and visitors can help keep our bears wild and reduce potential conflicts between bears and humans by acting responsibly in bear country and properly storing food and trash.

At National Forest campgrounds in the Lake Tahoe Basin, visitors are required to store food in bear-resistant containers (storage lockers/bear boxes), dispose of trash in dumpsters and close and lock these containers or risk fines, jail time, or both.

California and Nevada law prohibits the feeding of any big game mammal. Proper food storage is also required by law in California State Parks. Food, beverages, scented items or ice chests left unattended may be confiscated and a citation may be issued. Visitors that violate these rules may ejected from the park. All counties in Nevada that border Lake Tahoe have ordinances in place prohibiting residents from allowing wildlife access to garbage. Citations and fines can be issued for code violations.

The following are tips for safe-guarding homes, long-term rentals, vacation home rentals or timeshare, if permitted by the property owner:

— Never feed wildlife. This encourages unnatural and harmful foraging behavior.

— Purchase, store all trash in, and properly close bear-resistant garbage containers, preferably bear boxes. Inquire with local refuse companies about new bear box incentives and payment programs.

Visit www.southtahoerefuse.com/Bear-Aware.html and/or www.ndow.org/Nevada_Wildlife/Bear_Logic/ for more information.

— Never leave groceries, animal feed, or anything scented in vehicles. Bears can open vehicle doors and they may cause damage trying to gain entrance if there are scented items inside.

— Keep barbecue grills clean and stored in a garage or shed when not in use.

— Keep doors and windows closed and locked when the home is unoccupied.

— Vegetable gardens, compost piles, orchards and chickens may attract bears. Use electric fences to keep bears out where allowed. Refrain from hanging bird feeders.

— If neighborhoods experience bear activity, consider using electric doormats and/or electric fencing on windows and/or doors where allowed. Electrified windows and doors should have signs posted for safety and to alert the public and emergency personnel. Contact local vendors and installers for appropriate products and instructions and/or visit www.ndow.org/Nevada_Wildlife/Bear_Logic/ for more information.

— If a bear enters your home when you are present, keep out of its way and do not block its escape route.

Tips for safe-guarding campsites against bear encounters:

— Never feed wildlife.

— Always store food (including pet food), drinks, toiletries, coolers, cleaned grills, cleaned dishes, cleaning products, and all other scented items in the bear-resistant containers (storage lockers/bear boxes) provided at campsites. New bear resistant coolers that come equipped with padlock devices should always be locked to meet bear resistant requirements.

— Clean the barbecue grill after each use and store properly.

— Always place trash in bear-resistant dumpsters in campgrounds or in bear-resistant containers at campsites (storage lockers/bear boxes), and close and lock after each use.

— Never leave food or scented items unattended in campsites, tents, or vehicles. Bears can open vehicle doors and they may cause damage trying to gain entrance if there are scented items inside.

— Never leave trash at campsites.

Tips for hikers and backpackers:

— Hike in groups and keep an eye on small children.

— Keep dogs on leash. Off-leash dogs can provoke bears to respond defensively.

— Watch for signs of bears, such as bear scat along trails or claw marks on trees. Stay alert. Make noise while on trails so that bears know you are there and can avoid you.

— Never approach bears or cubs. Always, keep a safe distance.

— Store food in bear-resistant food storage canisters while recreating in the backcountry.

To report human-bear conflicts in California, contact the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Northern California dispatch at 916-445-0380. Non-emergency wildlife interactions in California State Parks can be reported to their public dispatch at (916) 358-1300.

Wildlife incidents in California may also be reported online using the CDFW Wildlife Incident Reporting (WIR) system at apps.wildlife.ca.gov/wir. To report human-bear conflicts in Nevada, contact Nevada Department of Wildlife at 775-688-BEAR (2327). If the issue is an immediate threat, call the local sheriff’s department or 911.

This collaborative agency effort includes California State Parks, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office, Nevada Department of Wildlife, Nevada State Parks, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.

Temperatures may fall to near freezing early Monday morning around Carson City, Carson Valley, Mason and Smith valleys, according to the National Weather Service.

While widespread freezes are not expected, some areas may see pockets of below freezing temperatures by Monday morning, especially if the clouds clear out more than forecast.

Areas most at risk include: Carson City, Minden, and Mason and Smith Valley, weather service forecasters say. If you have especially sensitive gardens or pets, be sure to take the necessary precautions. The overnight lows for Carson City and Carson Valley areas will be in the mid-30s but may dip lower.

A series of storms will keep high temperatures well below average along with periods of breezy winds, rain and mountain snow through this week. Travel impacts from snow are expected in the Sierra again late Monday night and Tuesday morning, according to the weather service.

For Carson City, Carson Valley, Lyon County and much of western Nevada we can expect sunny skies Monday with a chance for showers Monday evening through at least Thursday.

Meanwhile there's a Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 8 p.m. Monday to 10 a.m. Tuesday for Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches, except 3 to 7 inches above 7,000 feet with the highest amounts near the Sierra Crest.

Motorists making travel plans in the Sierra should prepare for snow-covered roads, chain controls and extended travel times, especially over the passes, according to the weather service.

A father and son may bond over camping, fishing or fixing an old car in the garage. For Chris and Kevin Cron, their relationship is rooted on the diamond with the Reno Aces.

Aces manager Chris Cron has joined forces with his first baseman son in Triple-A Reno. The skipper has a front row view from the dugout of Kevin’s development into a big-league prospect with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

“It’s a father’s dream,” Chris Cron said. “I’m not sure there are too many people in my situation and I’m very blessed he’s going toward the footsteps of playing this game. … Being able to watch your kid achieve his dream of making it to the big leagues is really special to me.”

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The weekend came and went fast. But don't fret. There's a choice. Are the days ahead half full or half empty? You know the drill. As we prepare for Monday, May 20, 2019, we congratulate the 2019 graduates of Western Nevada College who sweated through the books and assignments to earn their well-deserved diplomas. Our warmest best wishes to them as they gather in Carson City for commencement at Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Mills Park. Read on for what's happening Monday.

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

— Carson City Board of Supervisors, Redevelopment Authority to finalize budgets. 8 a.m. A special meeting regarding finalized budgets for the 2020 fiscal year will be held by the Carson City Board of Supervisors and the Redevelopment Authority, which will take place Monday, May 20 beginning at 8 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center. A discussion on the tentative budget will be held, followed by adopting a final budget by majority vote of all members of the Board of Supervisors, according to the report. Carson City is required by statute to hold a public hearing on the tentative budget, at which time interested persons must be given an opportunity to be heard. The Redevelopment Authority budget will also be approved by a majority vote for fiscal year 2020 during the public hearing. The public is invited on both issues to speak. Go here to read the agenda in its entirety.

— 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.

— Lone Mountain Cemetery Historical Tour. 9 a.m. Did you know that Lone Mountain Cemetery’s oldest burial on record is from 1856 and six of the first twelve Governors are laid to rest there as well. Politicians, 40-plus Civil War Veterans, Mark Twain’s niece and Zachary Wilcox “The Crown Prince of The Whiskerinos” are just some of the interesting residents that have called Carson City home. Lone Mountain Cemetery is happy to announce that we will be giving another Historical Tour of the cemetery on Monday, May 20 at 9 a.m. Space will be limited to the first 20 people to sign up and we may potentially give a second tour on Wednesday, May 22 if there’s enough interest. The tour is approximately a one mile walk and takes about 2 hours. Walking or hiking shoes and a water bottle are suggested. We will meet at the West gate on Beverly Drive. The tour is a $10 donation, with all donations going to Lone Mountain Cemetery. This will go toward general improvement projects and tree health needs. Go here to sign up.

Open Studio Basic Painting at the Brewery Arts Center. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students will work on their own paintings from subject matter they have chosen. The instructor, Mark Tompkins, will work one-on-one with each student to help them complete their project from start to finish. Each student must supply their own materials. Students may choose to paint in either water colors, oils, or acrylic paints. This is an open enrollment drop-in class, no need to sign-up. Tuition: $25 per session or $40 for the day. Classes: 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m.; located in the Painting Studio. 449 West King Street, Carson City.

— 2019 Western Nevada College graduation. 10 a.m. The 2019 Western Nevada College graduating class will be celebrated in a commencement ceremony Monday at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Carson City. The ceremony will feature the Nevada governor and attorney general as guest speakers. Marv Teixeira Pavilion is located in Mills Park at 1111 East William Street on U.S. Highway 50. Doors open at 9 a.m. for seating, with the ceremony starting at 10 a.m. Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak and Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford will address WNC’s graduating class during its Commencement Ceremony. Graduates check in at 9 a.m. on the east end of the Marv Teixeira Pavilion. Graduating students will line up for the procession a half hour before the ceremony. Ushers will guide graduates through the ceremony.

— Carson City Democratic luncheon to feature progressive activist. 11:30 a.m. Chip Evans, who holds leadership positions in several progressive advocacy groups, including Acting In Community Together In Organizing Northern Nevada (ACTIONN), Indivisible Northern Nevada, and the Nevada Gun Safety Coalition, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. In 2016, Evans was the Democratic candidate in Nevada's 2nd congressional district. This event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Monday, May 20th, 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.

— High Sierra Swing Dance Club at Carson Lanes. 5:30 p.m. Come join us every Monday evening at Carson Lanes, 4400 Snyder Ave, 775-883-2606, for a friendly, casual, fun night of dancing to DJ music including west coast swing, county two-step, night club and more. No partner needed. Beginner lessons 5:30 p.m., intermediate lessons 6:30 p.m., $9 each, free open dancing 7:30 to 10 p.m. For more info on this event or our club contact Gail 775-400-3963.

— Monday Night Throwing Class at Ogres-Holm Pottery. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Drop in sessions are $45 or $175 for a 6 week, open start class, including open studio anytime during the 6 weeks. For more information or to schedule studio time visit the Ogres-Holm Pottery Website or Facebook page or by calling 775-461-3616. 1215 S. Carson St., Carson City.

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— 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.

— Nevada Arts Council Presents: Facts and Figures. Daily, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Las Vegas artist Lolita Develay’s works consists mostly of oil paintings and watercolors executed in a trompe l’oeil (deceives the eye) intertwined with abstract features. She is currently exploring prevailing social values in American mainstream culture. These paintings embody her ultimate desire for lush surfaces and the luxury of time that allowed them to be created. For more information visit the Nevada Arts Council website. 401 South Carson Street, Carson City.

— Student art show open at WNC’s Main Gallery at Carson City campus. Daily. The artistic talents of Western Nevada College students will be on display in the college art gallery for the next month. The 2019 Student Art Show will be shown through Wednesday, May 15 in the Bristlecone Building on WNC’s Carson City campus.The exhibit features juried artwork from WNC students who were enrolled in classes during the fall or are currently enrolled during the spring semester. Students will compete for first, second and third places in drawing, painting, collage, photography, graphic art, ceramics, sculpture and mixed media. Students will also have the opportunity to price and sell their artwork. WNC’s Main Gallery is located in the Bristlecone Building and is open to the public six days a week: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

— 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.

Casino Fandago in Carson City is hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, May 21 from 1 to 6 p.m.in the Banquet Room. Each donor receives a special drawing ticket and at the end of the blood drive a ticket will be drawn. Also all donors receive a $10 e-gift card from Amazon.

To make an appointment, call 775-329-6451.

Galaxy Theater in Carson City will hold a a blood drive Saturday, May 25 from noon to 4 p.m. Appointments call 775-329-6451.

If none of these dates or locations are convenient for you, please, go to the local blood center at 256 E. Winnie Lane, Carson City. For an appointment there call: 775-329-6451 or visit the website at vitalant.org.

Wishing you all good health and happiness.

UPDATE THURSDAY: This hike has been canceled due to poor weather.
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Join Muscle Powered this Saturday, May 25 in a gradual hike of great variety and beauty with a round-trip of 13 miles on the lower Clear Creek Trail overlooking northwest Carson Valley.

This trail was built by Carson Valley Trails Association with devoted, visionary collaborators. See this detailed map: Map of Clear Creek Trail system: westward toward Knob Point. See map here.

We will depart for the hike at 8:00 a.m. from the Jacks Valley Road Trailhead. This is 0.5 miles west of Jacks Valley Elementary School on Jacks Valley Road, also 1.8 miles west of Hwy 395. To avoid parking congestion at the Trailhead, you’re encouraged to team up with friends by parking at the public parking west of the School, and then to car pool up to Trailhead parking. Hike begins at 8 a.m.

This lower segment of Clear Creek Trail rises westward into the Carson Range of the Sierra Nevada through desert foothills with sagebrush, rabbitbrush and bitterbrush, rock formations and ravines, transitioning to woodlands higher up with Jeffrey pine and white fir plus some aspen and willow. Views of sprawling Carson Valley and Jacks Valley ranching abound along our hike. Knob Point, a popular destination, offers a stunning 360-degree view and is perfect for lunch, respite and photos. Altitude tops at 6,050 feet with a gain of 1,000 feet.

This hike is for experienced, fit hikers at ease with heights and distance. Please plan to spend up to seven (7) hours for the hike. Be prepared to "share the road" with courteous bikers. Be prepared for the awe and wonder of a trail that delivers a call to our wild hearts.

We require at least 2 quarts of water (3 quarts if you’re heat sensitive), sturdy hiking shoes, two pairs of socks, and snacks. Long pants are highly recommended because rattlesnakes live in the area. Hiking poles are highly recommended, along with hats and sunscreen. We will cancel if rains falls on the morning of the hike. Dogs are not allowed on this hike. For further information, please contact hike leader Pete Doenges at pdoenges@xmission.com, (801) 641-0114.

If Senate Bill 543 — the Pupil-Centered Funding Plan — becomes law, it will be the first serious revamp of the state’s education funding apparatus in more than …

CARSON CITY — Thirty-four juniors and seniors from Carson High School were honored at Nevada Governor’s Mansion last Tuesday evening for their efforts in a university level introductory education course. In partnership with the College of Education at the University of Nevada - Reno, CHS offers the EDU 110 course for students interested in pursuing a teaching career.

The dual credit course, provided during the school day to accommodate student schedules, first began as a club: “Educators Rising.” The school effort was designed to grow the local teaching workforce. For the 2018-2019 school year, a total of 34 students were enrolled in the course and were offered college credit through UNR.

“The internship portion of the class really helped direct me into the possible subjects I may want to teach,” said Brooke Robinson, 16-year-old junior at CHS. “After teaching a few lessons, I feel better prepared for my career as a teacher.”

Throughout the year, students visit different schools to observe classrooms, partner with teacher leaders within the district to learn instructional strategies, develop and deliver lesson plans, write a research paper on a current topic in education and learn what it takes to become an educator. During the banquet, a total of 34 mentor teachers were also recognized for their efforts in providing students with an internship experience during the spring semester.

“This class has helped serve as a stepping stone and really secured my decision in becoming a teacher,” said Gloria Valdenegro Cortez, 17-year-old junior at CHS. “I’ve always known, since kindergarten, that I’ve wanted to be a teacher, and this class was always something I’ve looked forward to.”

The interest and numbers continue to grow. Last year, the program had 15 students honored at the banquet. Seeing the program more than doubled within a year, EDU 110 Instructors Sarah Lobsinger, TOSA/implementation specialist – math at Carson High, Jenny Chandler, American Government and Art History teacher at Carson High and Cheryl Macy, English teacher at Carson High, are excited to see how many students register for the program next year.

The banquet included a slide show, presentation of certificates for each student and refreshments. Artisan Café has donated cupcakes for this event for the past two years. During the banquet, Lobsinger also provided special thanks to the UNR partners, Dr. Margaret Ferrara and Diana Lovendino.

“UNR supports our students in many ways. In fact, we will take the students to UNR for a second time this Thursday. They will visit the campus, learn about financial aid and tour the writing center. Dr. Ferrara has been there since the beginning. Thank you for your encouragement and believing that our program is something special and worth sharing with the world,” Lobsinger said last week.

Students honored at the banquet (last name alphabetized):
Flor Aguilar Ramirez, junior
Conner Arnold, senior
Savanna Brown, senior
Allison Camelon, junior
Fiona Carrick, senior
Julia Castillo, junior
Cameron Clark, junior
Ryan Copeland, junior
Juliana Diaz, senior
Nicholas Fischer, senior
Jane Fliegler, senior
Yaqueline Garza, junior
Hannah Grundy, junior
Micheal Hurlbert, senior
Kevin Hyatt, junior
Gwendolyn Jimenez, junior
Meagan Kiesow, junior
Miguel Angel Loza-Franco, junior
Imelda Mata Garcia, senior
Alondra Mata Izquierdo, junior
Micah Merriner, junior
Adamaris Monroy Perez, junior
Hallie Newman, junior
Adelina Pacheco, senior
Angelica Ramirez Montez, junior
Isabelle Ramos, junior
Aadra Reed, senior
Emily Richardson, junior
Jacob Richetta, senior
Brooke Robinson, junior
Areli Sanabria Solis, senior
Kimberlinn Tarantino, senior
Gloria Valdenegro Cortez, junior
Angel Valdez, senior

Located in Nevada’s capital, Carson City School District offers public education to approximately 7,600 students throughout Carson City. The district includes 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 alternative high school and 1 comprehensive high school. Carson City School District boasts many successes including impressive graduation rates, strict safety measures, programs for gifted students and advanced-placement classes, among several others. In a joint venture with Western Nevada College, the Carson City School District Jump Start College program allows students to complete their senior year of high school and freshman year of college simultaneously. For more information, visit carsoncityschools.com.

Western Nevada College honors its graduation class Monday with a record 617 students graduating with 651 degrees and certificates during a commencement ceremony at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Carson City.

WNC’s Jump Start College included 131 graduates.These students received their associate degrees a week or two prior to receiving their high school diplomas.

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford and Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak are the commencement speakers. The ceremony is at 10 a.m.

WNC’s class of 2019 includes:

CARSON CITY
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Brandon Silva

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Melissa Puaolamaikalani Carlisle Lovell, Tonya Moore, Irma Alicia Rubio

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — DEAF STUDIES
Connie Alarcon, Cynthia Brabazon, Cheyenne Denhene McBride, Kaleinani Kendall Moore, Misty Lynn Parsh, Diana Nicole Ruiz, Crystal M. Smith

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — GENERAL BUSINESS
Celia Lugo, Monica Marcinko

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS
Christian Dreagen Cooper, Sean E. Cornell, Kirk R. Hansen, Megan Nadine Walsh

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Silvia Arreguin-Garcia, Kayla Nicole Butta, Christa Michelle Cooper, Kristen Danielle Davis-Lange, Marcela Garcia-Baltierra, Emily Ashley Hannel, Kaelin Ashley Mejia, Brianna Eileen Millett, Nicole Jeanette Gail Perry, Zha Zha Jane Purvis, Kevin Remus, Maureen Renee Reynaga, Claudia Elizabeth Rodriguez, Tara Lori Jean Spurlock

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — AUTOMATED SYSTEMS
Damian Luis Maldonado, Kenny Stroner

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS
Cameron Joseph Collier

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — MACHINE TOOL
Sean Patrick McNamara

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — MECHATRONICS
Luis Armando Rizo-Rodriguez

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — WELDING
Michael William Varner

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Erin Joely Abid, Patrick Adolfo, Yessica Alonso, Jose Roberto Anaya-Garcia, Maximos Anchors, Emma Marie Anderson, Neida Arellano, Veronica Arellano, Annette-Karissa Kiara Avila, McKenna Chelsea Janae Bacon, Bailee Jean Barber, Lisa Bartels, Allicia Lynn Blake, Aaron Russell Sprague Borecki, Elizabeth Elaine Bounds, Cynthia Brabazon, Shannon Marie Brazil, Laura Cynthia Breighner, Josephina Rose Bucchianeri, Kelly Kay Butler, Samantha Morgan Byassee, Sophia Marie Cacioppo, Cindy Yadira Cardenas, Gizhe Cardoza, Veronica Carrillo, Mariana Monserrat Chavez Cortes, Syrena Lea Chowanski, Andrew Robert Cole, Caleb Roy Conover, Kassidy Ann Cooley, Sarah Craik, Tyson Hunter Curran, Taylor Dawley, Sedina Escobar, Gabriella Estrada, Jesus Fernandez Garcia, Ronni-J. Cheyanne Fisher, Victoria Lynn Fristed, Evette Gallegos, Gladys Naomi Galvan, Brian Fairleigh Garland, Desiree Gonzalez, Ashley Nicole Harris, Sadie Kathryn Harris, Sandy Jean Harris, Katrina Renee Henley, Patrick Henricksen, Isabel Rose Hensley, Nina Hernandez, Abigail Louise Hinds, Jordyn Hubbard, Raquel Johnson, Nicholas Langstaff, Maria de Jesus A. Lara, Eileen Lavelle, Brian Edward Linford, Taylor Dawn Lopresti, Brandon Maffei, John Mariscal, Lydia Aracelli Marquez, Adelina Mata, Mylo Daniel McCormick, Ericka P. Melara, Laura Andrea Merlin-Villalobos, Bianca Miranda, Viridiana Miranda, Kasey Missamore, Kaleinani Kendall Moore, Heather Mounce, Andrew Allen Oh, Miguel Ortiz, Noemi Ortiz, Gabrielle Nicole Palazzolo, Carly Xia-Mei Peckham, Alyxandra Morgan Marie Perry, Abigail Pradere, Marcos E. Quintanilla, Rachel Marie Raat, Daisy Ramirez, Kelley Eileen Riippi, Ryan Chen Riley, Ricardo Romero-Vargas, Eleisly Sanchez, Jennifer Sanchez, Angelina Santos, Belen Ruby Silva, Crystal M. Smith, Natalia Jo Smith, Britannia Nanette Soderman, Jesus Solis-Pacheco, Alanna Kay Taylor, Jessica Lorraine Taylor, Jacqueline Terrill, Shalayna Lynn Thayer, Karanpreet Singh Thind, Jordan Tinkler, Luis Torres, Ruth Torres, Musibered Torres Perez, Alexandra Tucker, Alexis Uribe, Audrey Leanna-Secciani Vanek, Jared Michael Walker, Sara Vasquez White, Alana Wilson, Sarah M. Woods, Jaelyn Marie Young

ASSOCIATE OF BUSINESS
Jose Conchas Vargas, Rossnel Matthews Dagdagan, Teresa Fernandez, Jorge Jacobo, Caitlyn Michelle Lee, Randy Glenn Nelms, Heather Partee, Bryant Ramirez, Alejandro Torres Ruiz

ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Arthur Samuel Acosta, Bailee Jean Barber, Shannon LeAnne Biddlecome, Cody Kelly Salvador Colon, Nicholas Alan Crosby, Jesse Gonzalez, Christopher Phillip Conrad Hash, Angela Christine Haynes, Elizabeth Lynn Heinz, Eileen Lavelle, Frank Joseph Lazzarino, Theresa Lynn O'Connor, Mayela I. Quintanilla, Bryant Ramirez, Yara Francela Rugama-Talavera, Rebecca Segura, Kyle Patrick Sims, Leanna Lynn Stephenson, Michael William Varner, Linda M. Woods

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Suleiman Abdelhade, Steve Fernando Aviles Mejia, Summer Elizabeth Avissanyx, Audrey Alexandra Bertrand, Shannon Marie Brazil, Jessica Camelon, Camille Cassidy, Nicholas Alan Crosby, Tyson Hunter Curran, Eric Lee Ellison, Omar Garcia Cruz, Tanya Michelle Garland, Rogelio Herrera, AnnJi MaryJade Hodorowicz, Arielle Hope Holmboe, Logan Johnson, Juan Octavio Juarez, Kyle Patrick Ketten, Gillian B. Mandel, Cheyenne Denhene McBride, Ben Jase Alexander McCulley, Josiah Seni Mouritsen, Yesenia Negrete, Parker Randy Nelms, Maurilio Olivares, Kasandra Naomi Roman, Antoinette Rose, Jerry Ryan Taylor

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT — AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Rachel Marie Raat

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT — BOOKKEEPING
Ralph Clark Howard, Yara Francela Rugama-Talavera, Nicole Kay Strickland, Stanley Neale Unruh

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT — BUSINESS
Kathleen A. Kukuk

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT — EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
McKenna Chelsea Janae Bacon, Alyssa Richards, Britannia Nanette Soderman, Rosa Joselin Vazquez

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT - GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS
Noe Barba-Garcia

BATTLE MOUNTAIN, NEV.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Sruti Prasant Bhakta, Adriene Burkhart, Liliana Sanchez Chavez, Danny Diaz, Drue Marie Domagala, Sarahi Jimenez, Grace Elle Melver, Nestor Miramontes, Kade Damen Quintana, Julia Adriana Ramirez, Sheradyn Ann Slaybaugh

ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Trey Gregory Whitehead

DAYTON
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS
Shane Scott Brethauer

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Mark Gruver, George Greg Sorich

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — GENERAL BUSINESS
Joanna Lorraine Rowley

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Hugh Francis Fonzo, Nichole Marie Rogacs, Kelsi Ann Sequeira

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS
Harvey Ramon Lorente Arauz, Robert Michael Tranquillo

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — CONSTRUCTION
Donald Parker

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — MACHINE TOOL
Todd Minto

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — WELDING
Todd Minto

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY— GENERAL INDUSTRIAL
Todd Minto

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
John Richard Aguilar, Leah Marie Anderson, Kaeli Barwig, Sherri Virginia Byers, Alyssah Ann Clements, Don Cummings, Katherine Marie Darragh, Natalie Ann Degraw, Jessica Marie Dotson, Carrisa Dutra, Alessandro Figueroa, Rhianna Noelle Gentry, Alexis Rochelle Gray, Alexander James Harvey, Emma Margaret Heusser, Stephen Micheal Hipp Jr., Grady Ethan Hunt, Mariela Landa, Timothy Letts Aleea Mei McGill-Howe, Gabrianna Scarlette McIlwee, Todd Minto, Yadira Montes-Santoyo, Ashley Dawn Morrison, Carlos Eduardo Pacheco-Garcia, Kassandra Rutherford, Mario D. Salinas Jr., Kassie Breann Sandstrom, Laura Liliana Staten Sandoval, Bion Wells, Caleb Woodruff

ASSOCIATE OF BUSINESS
Cherrice Dotson

ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Todd Minto, Nichole Marie Rogacs

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
AnnaMarie Addington, Abby Rae Bennett, Jeffrey Torres Deleon, Madsen Dale Evans, Delaney Jean Frusteri, Philip Leigh Hensley, Jennifer Lara, Rebecca Lee, Jason Logan, Andrew Tyler Matthews, Elisio Medina, Mackenzie Lynn Montero, Zackary Marshal Scott, Kirsche Lucy Stanton, Alex Tello, Christian Jair Villeda Aguilar, Sharline Teresa Villeda Aguilar, Kobey Workman

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE — CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Jacob Christopher Kinkel

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY — CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Abram Hugo Ramirez Perez

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT — BOOKKEEPING
Joanna Lorraine Rowley

FALLON
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Nicholas Benjamin Moser

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — DEAF STUDIES
Amber Lorraine Mello

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mark Weaselboy

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Kayla Rae Braun, Jerri Crandall, Ricardo de la Cruz, Crystal Dayle Hornby, Sydney Layne Howard, Marysol Murillo-Kidd

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS
Luke Imeson

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — WELDING
Aaron Imeson

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Myrella Hailee Angrisani-Ramos, Alissa Bailey, Megan Elizabeth Behimer, Jamie Ryan Bekiares, Jacob M. Betterbed, Ryan Antido Bitter, Phoenyx Bryant, Jazmyne Ka'Sandra Bullock, Breanna Nicole Catlin, Julianne Celik, Michelle Lynn Collins, Donna Elizabeth Deroche, Haley Ray Duke, Trevor Ray East, Mara Isabel Garcia, Nathaniel Scott Gatlin, Katlynn Mae Hanks, Kenyen Hicks, Elizabeth Marie Hornberger, Crystal Dayle Hornby, Heidi Kristen Imelli, Sharon Lynn Inglis, Savannah Lynn Jimenez, Caden Aughe Johnson, Hannah Jill Jones, Andrew Fielding Kelsey, Jacob W. Kolwyck, Megan Lanski, Lesley Ledezma, Glenda Adele Lee, Allison Sharon Kay Lister, Keith Camedon Mason, Myraflor Laceste McNamer, Joel Mincer, Yareli Montes, Jordan Makena Moon, Katie Amanda Moore, Calah Moteberg, Emily L. Mulac, Lauryn Anne Mulac, Jazmine Alexis Perez, Kaylynn Christine Perez, Allie Kristina Pysell, Cassandra Elane Raymond, Lindsay Shannon Regan, Serenity Resendez, David Edward Revels, Shawna Nicole Rogne, Brooke Ashley Shyne, Alyssa Ann Smith, Mariah Saidi Snooks, Matthew Ryan Swirczek, Francine Elizabeth von Husen, Ashley Nicole Youles

ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Clifton Bullock, Austin Ray Chadwick

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Alyssa Fawn Garcia, Iliana Reece Hockenberry-Grimes, Kristen L. Marsh, Kaitlynn Mattern, Cala Rose Plaizier, McKayla Shirley Prentice-White, Patricia Jacklyn Raymond

FERNLEY
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — MANAGEMENT
Shannon M. Bell

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Sabrina A. Buist, Michelle Ann Greenalch, Misty Blue Young Bear

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Christine Austin, Savannah Louise Clark, Samantha Taylor Cornutt, Hannah Lee Curtis, Carlie JoLean Fagundes, William Hernandez, Ashley Nichole Knaus, Kayla Marie Mariani, Megan Z. Miller, Mckenna Ann Montgomery, Auburn Noelle Mortenson, Chloe Faith Ramirez, Rei Charles Robinett, Zoe Rogers, Eric Neovani Rosales, Melissa Sandate, Olivia Anne Schrock, Alexandria Tyne Schulman, Melissa Stanford, Anwen Haylee Starich, Parker Coley Strong-O'Brien

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Hunter Rose Bradley, Janell May Ferrenberg-Pike, Erin Marie Lett, Kennedy Alysa Lyon-Lindersmith, Tayler Andrea Zolyniak

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE — CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Theresa A. Harrowa-Mauwee

GARDNERVILLE
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Regina Marie Pettinger

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Priyanka Khosla, Danielle Osborn, Amanda L. Sweet

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — CONSTRUCTION
Brandon M. Nelson

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — MACHINE TOOL
Richard L. Johnson

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — GENERAL INDUSTRIAL
Jonathan Michael Shoff

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Shelbilyn Beaty, Sandra Lynn Brower, Lauren Charissa Byers, Jena Marie Chizek, Jennifer Compton, Tasha Noel Davis, Grace Fischmann, Jennifer Flores, Kaela Lee Granados, Alexis Gunnell, Christian Taryn Hansen, Emily Ann Hillman, Ian Isherwood, Chase Jackson, Brandi Nicole Keenan, Anita Kelly, Justin Joseph Martin, Alexus Marie McCurley, Sabrina M. McKinley-Ryan, Brooke Miller, Raphael Palisoc, Madison Grace Peters, Cheila Esperansa Ramos, Laureiann Rogers, Laura Danielle Rose, Shayla Raelene Ruttinger, Maria Carolina Salas-Dominguez, Torreyana Grace Sanguinetti, Robin August Smuda, Tomi Lin Souder, Jacob Dee VanBeuge,
Autumn Marie Warren

ASSOCIATE OF BUSINESS
Karina Diaz, Luis Gustavo Hernandez-Flores, Aaron Steven Whalin

ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Savannah Dawn Cecilia Gray, MacKenzie Huntoon, Anita Kelly, Christina L. Morgan, Isabel Rose Munoz, Cheila Esperansa Ramos

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Mataello Cota, Sarah Patricia Hyatt, Tyler William Kellar, Evan Boyer McCormick, Nathaniel P. Phillips, Zachary Poole, Alexandria Nicole Rose, Laura Danielle Rose, Noah Adam Edward Shek, Tyler Johnathon Swayne

HAWTHORNE
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Gloria Jaide Bale

HENDERSON
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — GENERAL BUSINESS
Vanessa Marie Jensen

INCLINE VILLAGE
BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE — CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Radford Elliott Birmingham

INDIAN SPRINGS
ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Steven Kinford

LAS VEGAS
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Samiya Jatan Cogmon, Daniella Alexandra Guevara, Joshua Gabriel Maranon, Tara Y. Racut, Ami Reynaga, Alcides Salgado, Aysiah Lauren Taylor, Elizabeth Anne Theriot, Cameron James Torres, Briana Giselle Vega

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS — CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Ami Reynaga

LOVELOCK
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Bobbie Jean Bonta

MINDEN
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Erica Lyn Baker, Michelle Rose Dermo, Amber Marlene Hohenstein, Gayle Marie Marsella, Bianca Palacios

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Cassandra Junko Blackmore, Angela Carini, Heather Ann Christensen, Spencer Nelson Flanders, Sharon Faye Fournier, Keri Ann Gransbery, Alessandra E. Granucci, Macie Harjes, Joseph Gilbert Jacobsen, Jade Moore, Brady Ellis Rodina, Meaghan Victoria Sciarrotta, Madelaine Abigail Shek, Rebekah Elizabeth Swearingen, Riana Testa, Kaitlyn Vineyard

ASSOCIATE OF BUSINESS
Sarah J. Bautista

ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Tessa Regan Lounsbury, Daniel Lorin Morgan, Bryan Spencer Rice

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Caitlin Camara, Kyle Camara, Kandi Lynell Fulmer, Carly Anais Johnson, Aidan Edward McMackin, Daniel Lorin Morgan, Hunter Eugene Morris, Joel Potter, Colbey William Tracy

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT — EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Meaghan Victoria Sciarrotta

MOUND HOUSE
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Marisol Brewer, Aubrey Elise Garrard, Maria Montseerrat Perez Robles

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS — CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Kaila Nichole Peterson

NORTH LAS VEGAS
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Orquidia MacKinzee Alvarez, Xavier Hazeel Alvarez

PAHRUMP
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Timothy Counsel Winter

RENO
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Justin Michael Dry, Carter Ryan Robinson

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — DEAF STUDIES
MaShawn Dakota Rowley, Rachael Ann Seabert

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Jonathan Blea, Elizabeth Drake, Sydney Caitlin Fuselier, Claudia Monique Hernandez, Quentin D. Knowles, Kelsey Chiemi Koyanagi, Logan McClinton, David Bryan Owens, Kalyn Joy Tyler, LaKeya Lynn Washington, Joseph Yeargan

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Sam Castanedo, Zachary Alan Cooper, Adriana Delia DeLeon, Donnell Judennaemeka Dike-Anukam, Camille Caitlynn Fitzgerald-Brown, Jennifer Friestad, Abi C. Haddox, Zoe C. Haddox, David Bryan Owens, Dania Wahwasuck, Haley Grace Woodward

ASSOCIATE OF BUSINESS
Skylar Kenneth Mattison

ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Shawna Catherine Price

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Emma Rosemary Gardner, Evan H. Whitehead

SILVER CITY
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Logan Nicholas Allander

SILVER SPRINGS
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Jeffrey T. Fratto

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Evelyn Janet Bachelor, Sherri Lynn Barnes, Olivia Paige Diaz, Jeffrey T. Fratto, Amanda Lynn King, Sergio-Ruben Judas Segura-Guzman

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Ofelia Yadira Ramirez

SPARKS
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — DEAF STUDIES
Krista Rae Poshusta

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Brittany Sawyer

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Eva Hullinger, Krista Rae Poshusta, Waydd M. Rechard

ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
William Thomas Gilroy

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT — GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS
Kristina Gonzalez
SPRING CREEK
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Rebecca Renee Evans

STAGECOACH
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Arcardio Anton Rivera

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Rebekah M. Henderson

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — MECHATRONICS
Jarod R. Lyon

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Kelsey Ferrie, Andrea Gonzalez

ASSOCIATE OF BUSINESS
Christiana Marie Lundeen

ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Joshua Michael Turner, Jessica Lynn Volkov

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Ann Page

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT — EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Jessica Lynn Volkov

VIRGINIA CITY HIGHLANDS
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Cameron Paul Miller

WASHOE VALLEY
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — CONSTRUCTION
Damon Fischer, Jessica Fischer

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Megan Marie Cantley, Logan Jeffrey Jones

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Eric Grant-Ow

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE — CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Damon Fischer, Jessica Fischer

WELLINGTON
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — AUTOMATED SYSTEMS
Joseph Daniel Serrano

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Kahleen Shae Capra

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT — CRIMINAL JUSTICE
John Michael Enos

WINNEMUCCA
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Lynn M. Cundy, Kim Yvonne Zimmerman

YERINGTON
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Alexa Lupori

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS — CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Ashley Nicole Spinuzzi

ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Nadine Lynn Boschert

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Simone Booth

DEVILS LAKE, N.D.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Alieu Jallow

DURANT, OKLA.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Michael David Thompson

FORT HUACHUCA, ARIZ.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Sarah Corinne Hall

HATTIESBURG, MISS.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Montana Michael Buquoi

HEMET, CALIF.
ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Ashley Nicole Rodeffer

HILLSBOROUGH, CALIF.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Cody R. Elliott

MARKLEEVILLE, CALIF.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Erin Marie Cain

MILLS, WYO.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Anna Marie Foley

OVERTON, TEXAS
ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES
Melissa Renee Neilson

PLATTE CITY, MO.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Makayla A. Neiswander

SAN ANDREAS, CALIF.
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Melissa Lee Carr

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — NURSING
Jasmin Dawn Carlucci, Korrina Lynn Klimek, Carlos Rojas, Tabitha B. Tripp, Sara Winter

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE — TECHNOLOGY — WELDING
Ryan James Hock

ST. PAULS, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
David Scott Booth

A 37-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday on multiple felony counts including suspicion of burglary, obtaining money under false pretense, possession of stolen property, possession of credit cards without consent of the owner and drug charges.

Thomas Paul Meader was taken into custody at 11:18 a.m. in the 600 block of Hot Springs Road.

According to the arrest report, Meader admitted he broke into Connected Naz (Nazarene Church) in the 1300 block of East 5th Street and stole multiple items from the church including guitars, a laptop computer, an I-Mac desktop computer, a wireless headset, microphone pack, a home theater woofer and sound bar, and then pawned some of those items, according to the arrest report. Other items were located in a shed.

During the course of the investigation, deputies learned the name of the suspect, Meader, who sold items at the pawn shop that were located by church staff. Meader was located near the 600 block of Hot Springs Road holding a large backpack.

He was arrested and was read his Miranda rights and agreed to speak. He said bought the guitar, sound bar and lap top from a friend and didn't know anything else about the property nor would he mention anything about the alleged friend. Then he stated "I stole it," according to the arrest report. The officer asked what he meant, and the man said he stole items from the Connected Naz church, the report states.

He was asked how he got into the church. He stated he spent the night in the church parking lot and noticed a ring of keys on the ground. He stated he tried all the keys and one of them was able to open a glass door. He stated he stole the following items: The i-Mac desktop computer, the Toshiba laptop computer, wireless headset, microphone pack, headset, home theater sound bar and two guitars. He stated the remaining items were in a nearby shed.

During a search of the man deputies located a methamphetamine pipe and methamphetamine. Also discovered were four credit cards with other people's names on them, an Apple i-Mac external CD drive, which also belonged to the church. Bail: $168,637.

SILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Fort Churchill State Historic Park is offering a variety of ranger-led programs during the month of June. Events highlight the area’s rich history and abundant natural resources. Among the activities are:

Starry, Starry Night: Experience the awesome night sky over Fort Churchill State Historic Park. Enjoy a tour of the celestial neighborhood while talking about the night sky as a remarkable natural resource to be celebrated, protected and enjoyed. Participants are encouraged to bring a red light.

WHEN: Saturday, June 1, 8:45 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Get Outdoors Day
It’s GO Day, also known as National Get Outdoors Day, a perfect day to get out, get active, and embrace your local parks, forests, refuges, or other public lands. If you are looking to discover a new park or simply re-visit an old favorite, come to Fort Churchill State Historic Park and join our park interpreter for a 3–mile hike (round-trip) along the Nature Trail. This trail, which parallels the Carson River, provides plenty of opportunities to discuss and discover the rich cultural and natural history of the area. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and bring water, sun protection, and insect repellent and/or mesh head net. This hike is mostly flat but does include areas of sandy and uneven terrain.

WHEN: Saturday, June 8, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: John C. Fremont Picnic Area at Fort Churchill.
COST: Saturday, June 8, is “Discover Nevada State Parks” Day. Park entrance fees will be waived. There is no additional cost to participate in the program.

Gold Fever: Prospecting at Buckland Station
Discover the excitement of the gold rush era and experience your own “Eureka” moment as you pan for gold and learn about the mining history of the area. Gold panning supplies will be provided for this drop-in program.

WHEN: Sunday, June 9, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WHERE: Historic Buckland Station. Buckland Station is located approximately 9 miles south of
the Highway 95A/Highway 50 intersection on Highway 95A.
COST: Free

Night Hike: Join Ranger Tom for a nocturnal experience at Fort Churchill. Explore the world of owls, bats, coyotes, and other critters that make the most of the park after dark through quiet activities and an interactive nature walk that will test your night vision and challenge your senses. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and bring water, insect repellent and/or mesh head net, and a flashlight. This hike is about 1.5 miles long and crosses sandy and uneven terrain. Program is intended for adults and children ten years of age or older. Advance reservations are required for this hike. Reservations can be made by calling 775-577-2345.

WHEN: Saturday, June 15, 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
WHERE: Meet at the John C. Fremont Picnic Area at Fort Churchill.
COST: Park entrance fees apply, $5.00 per vehicle. There is no additional cost to participate in the program.

Junior Ranger: Calling all kids to Fort Churchill State Historic Park! Come and explore the rich history and natural wonders found in and around the park. A variety of activities, crafts, and short hikes will be part of the fun! Participants are encouraged to wear closed-toe shoes and bring water, sun protection, and insect repellent and/or mesh head net.

WHEN: Saturday, June 22, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Meet at the John C. Fremont Picnic Area at Fort Churchill.
COST: Park entrance fees apply, $5.00 per vehicle. There is no additional cost to participate in the program.

Coffee with a Ranger: Bring your favorite mug and join a ranger for some early morning conversation. Ask questions, learn about the park, share your experiences and make new friends.

WHEN: Sunday, June 23, 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: Walk-in campsite at the Samuel Buckland Campground at Fort Churchill.
COST: Park entrance fees apply, $5.00 per vehicle. There is no additional cost to participate in the program.

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

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.

Neal rose from humble beginnings in Mound, Louisiana during the great depression to become the first African American to serve in the Nevada State Senate. As he climbed through the political ranks, he used his position in the state senate to speak and act on behalf of the powerless for more than 30 years.

His successes include improved rights for convicted felons and greater services for public education, mental health, and the state’s libraries.
He also played an integral role in improving hotel fire safety in the wake of the deadly MGM Grand fire and preserving the pristine waters of Lake Tahoe, which brought him national attention.

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.

The Carson High School Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Brian Fox, traveled to the San Francisco Bay Area this weekend to participate in a regional music festival sponsored by Forum Music Festivals.

The ensemble received a Gold rating at the festival with the cello section of Emma Rosen and Mira Caraway earning an Outstanding Musicians award. This group of talented and dedicated individuals also visited the renowned Ifshin Violin Shop in El Cerrito, cruised the San Francisco Bay, and attended a performance of Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 7 by the San Francisco Symphony.

Due to extremely high usage throughout the region and other factors, the Reno and Carson City area blood supply is currently below ideal levels approaching Memorial Day weekend. All blood types are needed, but local inventory for Blood Type O negative has been hovering at or below a one-day supply, while Vitalant strives to keep a four-day supply of all blood types ready.

To meet patient needs, the Carson City and communities are especially encouraged to donate blood this week as Vitalant aims to collect more than 900 donations leading into Memorial Day.

There's a blood drive Tuesday at Casino Fandango and Saturday at Galaxy Theater in Carson City. Go here for information.

“Holiday weekends such as Memorial Day weekend typically see a spike in blood usage due to several reasons such as increased travel, leading to a higher rate of traumatic injuries,” said Scott Edward, senior donor recruitment manager at Vitalant. “O negative blood type is currently in highest demand. As the universal blood type, O negative blood type can help any patient, and is especially critical during emergencies when blood must be readily available to save lives quickly.”

Platelet donations are also especially needed now. Platelets help patients enduring cancer treatments, organ recipients, those with traumatic injuries and more.

Walk-ins are always welcome, but appointments are recommended and can be made through Vitalant.org or 877-25VITAL. Vitalant donation centers in Carson City, Reno and Sparks will host special operating hours during Memorial Day Weekend from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

As a special thank you, May blood donors will receive a $10 Fandango movie pass. Additionally, from May 20-27 donors can score a limited-edition ‘I Bleed Silver & Blue’ T-shirt, while supplies last.

Volunteer blood donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and be in good health. Additional height/weight requirements apply to donors 22 and younger, and donors ages 16 – 17 must have signed permission from a parent or guardian. Visit Vitalant.org for more information.

UPDATE 4:17PM: The National Weather Service in Reno, which had said snow levels were expected to fall to the valley floors, changed their forecast model late Monday afternoon, lessening the chances for any snow spillover to the valley floors. There's still a chance, but it is less than originally forecasted Monday morning.
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The next round of storms moving into the region may actually be cold enough to bring snow showers down to the valley floors early Tuesday morning, including the Carson City and Reno areas, according to the National Weather Service.

The next wave is now pushing itself into the northern portions of California and Nevada. This will usher in a reinforcement of well below normal temperatures and bring scattered to numerous showers.

However, potential impacts to roads due to slick and snow-covered roads are expected to remain above about 5,500 to 6,000 feet in eastern California, and possibly into the Carson Range of far western Nevada, where precipitation is expected to be steadier late Monday night into Tuesday morning, according to the weather service.

For now, the forecast for Carson City, Carson Valley and Dayton, Silver Springs and Lyon County areas calls for a 30 percent chance of scattered rain and snow showers late Monday into Tuesday morning. Then after Tuesday, temperatures will warm some but rain showers will linger into at least Friday and possibly into the weekend, according to the weather service.

The weather service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the greater Lake Tahoe area from midnight to 10 a.m. Tuesday. All road concerns should clear out by mid-morning Tuesday as the sun heats road surfaces. Tuesday night and Wednesday, wrap-around showers are expected as the upper low drops towards southern California and Nevada.

However, slick road conditions are not generally expected as copious cloud cover, slowly rising snow levels, and some wind holds up temperatures, especially in the Basin where the best shot of showers is expected during the late night and morning on Wednesday.

Cool, showery weather will continue through at least Memorial Day but snow levels are forecast to rise to around 7,000 to 8,000 feet by the middle of this week.

Demolition began Monday in Yerington at Lyon County's former public safety complex, which was built in 1976 and moved to a new complex in 2013, said County Manager Jeff Page.

In 1976, Lyon County and the City of Yerington moved into and occupied the Public Safety Complex in Yerington. The facility originally was built as a 20 bed jail and a 4 bed juvenile detention facility and housed the Sheriff's Office, Police Department, 9-1-1 Dispatch and Mason Justice Court, according to Page.

By 1980 the jail was double bunked taking capacity to 40 beds. In 1988 juveniles were no longer allowed to be housed near adult prisoners and then in 1990 Lyon County built additional cell blocks taking the bed count to 56 inmates. Around the same time the 9-1-1 dispatch center was moved across the parking lot to the facility it is currently located, said Page.

More changes came in 2013 when the jail, sheriff's administration, Third Judicial District Court and Walker River Justice Court moved into the new Justice Complex right behind the public safety complex.

On Monday demolition of the old Public Safety Complex began. The Yerington Police Department is currently sharing office space with the Sheriff's Office until the remodeling of the Information Center is done.

The demolition will enhance parking for the library, Human Services and Justice complex and provide the Sheriff's Office with better access to their facilities and evidence storage.

Graduating with a single academic degree is a commendable accomplishment for any college student, given the time, dedication and sacrifices that are required. But for Western Nevada College student Todd Minto of Carson City, one degree is barely scratching the surface of his academic prowess.

Minto graduated on Monday with not one, not two, not three, not four, but five degrees. Minto received three Associate of Applied Science degrees, as well as Associate of Arts and Associate of General Studies degrees. Go here for the list of WNC graduates.

His academic emphasis has been in technology as he earned AAS degrees in General Industrial Technology, Machine Tool and Welding.

Minto is modest about his achievements, but his diversified skill set has led to employment at Berger Hannafin Architecture and Bently Nevada.

“I’m very fortunate to get to know him over these years,” said WNC Psychology Professor Dr. Rebecca Bevans. “He definitely deserves to be recognized for his accomplishments, whether he wants to be recognized or not.”

Following high school graduation, Minto began taking welding classes at WNC in 2014, to pick up a trade and earn a Shielded Metal Arc Welding industry certification.

After learning some welding skills, Minto proceeded to the machine shop, where he earned four employer-pleasing National Institute of Metalworking Skills certifications. Eventually, he ventured to the advanced industrial technology lab to broaden his expertise. But Minto didn’t stop with the technology degrees in hand.

“Since I’m here, I might as well clean up the transfer degrees. I might get the urge to try UNR one of these days,” Minto said.

Bevans has had the pleasure of teaching Minto in six different classes.

“He’s a very unique student,” Bevans said. “He’s a very private individual and very reserved in his comments. He sits in class and takes it all in. I’m honored that’s he comfortable enough in my class to come back time and time again.”

Machine Tool Technology Instructor David Fulton and Welding Instructor Randy Naylor have been impressed with Minto during his time at WNC.

“Todd was a great student and is an excellent individual,” Fulton said. “He was a teaching assistant for me for a couple semesters because he learns quickly and gets along well with others. He is somebody I will stay in contact with as the future progresses.”

Added Naylor, “He was an excellent student who got along well with faculty and students. The fact that he was able to achieve multiple degrees should make him a well-rounded individual, which industry is seeking.”

Minto, however, may not be finished with his assortment of degrees at WNC.

“Hopefully I’ll get the AS next semester. That is, if my work schedule allows,” he said.