Riley McHenry a 14 year old Freshman at Sierra Lutheran High School completed the Western States Trail Ride or Tevis Cup on Sunday August 18 at 4:45 in the morning.

The Tevis Cup is the most prestigious, oldest, and toughest Endurance Horseback Ride in the Country. The 100 Mile Race from Lake Tahoe to Auburn, California is through rugged, remote mountain terrain.

Riders are challenged by high mountain passes, blazing hot canyons, and river crossing in the black of night. Riders climb over 15,000 of elevation gain and descend over 22,000 feet.

185 riders left Robie Park near Lake Tahoe and 99 completed the ride in the required 24 hours.

Riley was the youngest competitor in the race and one of only 5 juniors to the complete the race. She was awarded a Legacy Belt Buckle (selected by a committee for deserving riders) and the Scripps Trophy (presented to all junior riders who complete the race).

Riley was riding an Arabian named Breezy who is owned by Connie Creech of Carson City Nevada.

This was Breezy's fifth time completing Tevis and she was awarded for this. Riley and Breezy have over 1000 competitive miles together and have completed the Virginia City 100 as well as numerous other rides across Nevada, California, and Utah in preparation for Tevis.

The Sierra Lutheran XC team kicked off the 2019 XC Season at Lampe Park in Gardnerville. The Falcons got solid performances from Christi Kennedy (36th Girls Freshman), Sierra Carranza (38th Girls Sophomore), Aaron Waite (47th Boys Sophomore), Will Webster (39th Boys Sophomore), Andreas Gilson (47th Boys Junior), and Jacob Tack (50th Boys Junior). Sierra Lutheran will run next Friday at the Nevada Twi-light Classic in Reno. Andreas Gilson is the runner pictured.

Reno Aces play-by-play announcer Ryan Radtke was a natural since he picked up a makeshift microphone.

“My mom likes to tell people that when I was a little kid I would mimic the sports broadcasters when we watched the game,” he said. “I would grab a bottle, cup or something and just copy what they were saying. She loves to brag about that. So I guess it just stuck with me.”

Radtke, 42, has carried that same unique tone and style for 14 years and counting with the Tucson Sidewinders and Triple-A Reno Aces. He’s served as an iconic voice on the airwaves at Greater Nevada Field since the stadium opened in 2009.

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The Carson Senators football team cruised to a 57-28 victory over the Lower Lake Trojans on Friday.

Carson’s potent offense stole the show for most of the contest. The Senators rushed for 359 yards and 137 passing yards.

Running back Bradley Maffei led the way with 151 rushing yards and three touchdowns on the ground. He hauled in three receptions for 70 yards and one touchdown in the receiving game.

Senators quarterback Will Breeding completed 3-of-8 passes for 64 yards and one touchdown threw the air. He rushed for 21 yards and two touchdowns. Jonny Laplante connected with wide receiver Jeremy Heaton for a 67-yard score.

Defensively, Carson held Lower Lake to 81 rushing yards and two interceptions and two recovered fumbles. The Trojans kept the contest close with a four passing touchdowns.

In special teams, Jason Kalicki added a 29-yard field goal to start the second half.

Carson was up 33-20 in the first half. The Senators poured it on with 24 points in the final two quarters to build a comfortable lead.

The Senators face the McQueen Lancers on Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. at Carson High School.

A 48-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 3100 block of Highway 50 E. Friday night for felony assault with a deadly weapon and domestic battery first.

Shannon Rae Atkins was arrested after deputies received a report of a battery that occurred between Atkins and her business partner.

Upon arrival, deputies located a vehicle attempting to leave the scene with a female driver. Deputies stopped the car and the woman identified herself as Atkins.

Deputies noted that Atkins had a scrape on her right forearm that had been bleeding but had stopped. She said she was leaving her business in order to get away from the business partner and the situation.

She told deputies that she came to her business to speak with the business partner, who she has been on and off dating for the past two years. An argument began and she was trying to move a swamp cooler from the doorway and close the door. She said as she moved the swamp cooler, the business partner became more argumentative.

She said she began to close the door when the business partner grabbed her arm, which is how she sustained her injury, as the arm scraped against the door latch as she pulled away. She said she went into the office, grabbed a handgun, and pointed it in the direction of the business partner. The business partner left the office and went outside. She said she followed the business partner and gave them the gun at their car, then she got into her car and attempted to leave the scene.

Deputies spoke to the business partner who relayed the following:

An argument about the business practices and money choices occurred between the business partner and Atkins. Atkins was refusing to let the partner into the business that they are a co-owner of.

They said when they moved the swamp cooler that was in the doorway, Atkins attacked them and put her hands around their throat and attempted to strangle them. The business partner then pushed Atkins off and she went inside, trying to close the door. They pulled the door open while Atkins was trying to close it, which is how she sustained the scrape to her arm.

They told deputies Atkins then went into the office, grabbed a pistol, and pointed it into the air. The business partner left the office and went towards their car. Atkins threw the gun at them while they were going to their car.

Deputies noted that the business partner had red marks on their neck and their story was consistent with the layout of the building and the door. After considering both sides, the report states, it was determined that Atkins was the primary aggressor in a domestic battery.

Atkins’ current boyfriend arrived at the scene and took custody of her car, as well as some items from the office.

Atkins was taken into custody without issue.

Bail: $23,137

— A 53-year-old transient man was arrested in the 4100 block of S. Carson Street for felony possession of stolen property, DUI drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving without a drivers license in possession, and a misdemeanor warrant out of Sparks Municipal Justice Court.

Jonathan Mark Siebrandt was arrested just before 10 a.m. on Friday after deputies on patrol responded to a report of an attempt to locate a vehicle with a stolen license plate, and the reporting party believed the driver of the vehicle was intoxicated. While en route, dispatch advised the vehicle had almost struck other vehicles.

On arrival, deputies located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. Deputies removed Siebrandt from the vehicle and placed him into wrist restraints and placed him in the patrol unit.

Dispatch confirmed the license plates were stolen from North Carolina and that Siebrandt had a warrant for his arrest out of Sparks.

According to the report, Siebrandt told deputies the vehicle he was driving was “parked for a long period of time and it’s possible someone may have switched the plates.”

Siebrandt admitted to deputies that he had smoked marijuana, methamphetamine and drank a Bloody Mary about three hours prior.

While escorting Siebrandt to the jail, Siebrandt advised he had a concealed methamphetamine pipe in his underwear.

He consented to a voluntarily preliminary breath test which resulted in a .000 percent BAC.

He was arrested for DUI drugs, possessing stolen license plates, the Sparks warrant, possession of the methamphetamine pipe, and driving without a license in possession.

Bail: $27,296

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.

Motorists should expect traffic delays while in the area of College and Lompa after a two-car vehicle crash.

Injuries at this time are unknown; however, as of 2:08 p.m. there are no ambulances on scene. Vehicles are being towed from the scene currently.

Avoid the area if possible.

Carson City's newest writing group, We're Always Write CC Chapter, welcomes all levels of writers to join this fun group! Come get inspired to bring out the writer in you! Meetings are free with no commitment. Our next meeting is on Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 1-2 p.m. at the Brewery Art Arts Center Cafe, 449 West King Street. Call Monica with questions. 775-315-1020.

This one-day seminar offering 6 hours of CLE is designed as a “survivor course” on various legal topics designed to improve and develop the skills needed by a legal support professional facing today’s legal challenges. Topics include: Grammar, Mental health Issues in the Criminal Justice System, Trends in Legal Ethics, NRCP Discovery Update, Guardianship Compliance, and a special presentation by the 92nd (WMD) Civil Support Team. Cost before 9/18: $96; after 9/18: $116. NALS members may deduct $10. Lunch is included in the price. The seminar will be held at Tamarack Junction, 13101 S. Virginia in Reno. Contact Sharon Coates at NALSdclp@gmail.com to register.

Nevada Republicans meet in Winnemucca September 7 to elect our leaders for the 2020 campaign. We need to turn Nevada red for two reasons: 1) to help re-elect Donald Trump president; and 2) to win enough legislative seats to assure the 2021 redistricting will be a fair process, not another Democrat gerrymandering riot.

Our current leadership is not up to the task.

I say that primarily in sorrow, because all those people have been long-time good friends of mine. There are pictures of chairman Michael McDonald and me sharing man-hugs. Vice-chairman Jim DeGraffenreid and his wife Teresa have been long-time friends of our family and eaten dinner at our home. Secretary Barbara Hawn and her family have all been long-time friends with whom I’ve shared many enjoyable times.

But their poor track record in fundraising and building the county and state party organizations have led to a series of defeats across the board and no prospect of getting better. So, I’ve answered the call of many concerned and thoughtful people to join an outstanding new leadership team of limited-government conservatives who can reverse those trends and lead us to victory in 2021.

Those people include Michael Kadenacy, Sr., the former highly successful international lawyer and business executive whose leadership team has ended the perpetual turmoil that long engulfed the Washoe County party. His plan emphasized finding not people who use party positions as stepping stones, but instead have strong skills for their positions and great work ethics. They’ve raised lots of local money and turned their county red again.

Also, David Sajdak, the new and dynamic leader of the Clark County Republicans. After years of turmoil and failed leadership, his team has come in and righted their ship. They’re going to school on the Washoe County successes, as are some of the rural counties – tailoring the methods of Washoe to their situations and adding their own innovations. David has weathered ridiculous attacks on himself and his family with courage and grace.

George Harris, long one of the strongest Republican leaders in Clark County, publisher of Liberty Watch magazine, and a highly successful business executive and GOP leader and fundraiser, is another. George served valiantly at various times in the 1990s as Clark County GOP chair and finance chief, successfully courting the business community, raising unprecedented amounts of money and making the GOP relevant again in Clark. He’s a force of nature and still a party leader.

And Bob Beers, former Assemblyman and State Senator, Los Vegas City Council member and state party leader. When Bob and I served together in the 2003 Assembly, we were leaders of the Mean 15 who stopped the gross receipts tax. Bob’s one of the most beloved and respected leaders of the party around the state, and as savvy and knowledgeable as anyone in politics.
The five of us and Annie Black, who will lead our team, have had meetings with major business leaders who used to contribute to the state and county parties but no longer do. We laid out detailed business plans to resuscitate and empower the county parties and to rescue the state party.

They were duly impressed, but said that to them and to most Nevadans, as long as McDonald is state chairman, he’s the face of the party and the problem, and they will not resume contributing, except to a few specific candidates. (I’ve been fortunate to have some of their support in the past.) When a good replacement is elected, the support will resume.

Who is Annie Black? Annie is a 38-year successful businesswoman and mother of two model teenage boys. She’s a member of the Mesquite City Council who ran a strong campaign last year to win as almost all southern Nevada Republicans were defeated. She’s been a leader for years in GOP women’s groups and is a member of the Clark county central committee. She has arranged to mostly step away from her business for a few years to devote the time required to be state chair.

The other outstanding team member is Diane Baranowski of Reno, currently chairing the Nevada Republican Women Federated. With years of experience, she’s known for dedication and skill.

Next week, more on this subject.

Ron Knecht has served Nevada as state controller, a higher education regent, college teacher, legislator and economist. Contact him at RonKnecht@aol.com.

Sierra Music Society continues its popular Salon Series with P’Opera! soloists, delectable small bites, wonderful wines, and fun on Saturday, September 14, from 6 to 9 pm. We will present “Savor” in a beautiful home located in Southwest Reno. For just $75 you will enjoy wine tastings and food pairings.

Beautiful music sung by soloists from P’Opera! in an up-close-and-personal setting will be the entertainment. If you are looking for a special “date night” or just an exceptional evening to indulge your senses, we encourage you to join us for this lovely social evening. Seating is exclusive and limited. Reservations for “Savor” on September 14 may be made now at www.poperanv.org or by calling 775-233-5105. Please join us for this distinctive and unique evening!

Presidential preference polling hasn’t been as frequent in Nevada as in other states with early presidential caucuses or primaries. RealClearPolitics has two Nevada-specific polls listed in its aggregation since July, and the Monmouth University Polling Institute, one of the most respected poll ...

A standoff involving a man facing extradition for a parole absconder warrant out of Texas ended safely late Saturday night with the suspect taken into custody.

The incident happened at an apartment in the area of Airport Road and Menlo streets and ended with the man surrendering without force, according to Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.

What led to the situation is the man was pulled over for speeding by the Nevada Highway Patrol in Washoe Valley the day prior. He then fled after stopping and a brief pursuit ensued. NHP was able to determine where the man lived and tracked him down to the residence on Menlo and Airport Road.

When law enforcement went to the residence, he refused to come out. The situation was deescalated as the man wasn't armed and wasn't making threats, said Furlong.

"He was facing prison and didn't want go to prison and wouldn't come out," said Sheriff Furlong. The situation ended at around 11 p.m.

Good day Carson City, it is Sunday, August 25, 2019. Sunshine and warm weather continues along with plenty of activities around the Capital City. Today features a morning bike ride, outdoor journaling and adventuring at Riverview Park, a woman's veteran support group meeting at Mills Park, the last day of the Virginia City Rodeo and Fiesta del Charro, the KVNC outdoor concert at its Minnesota street studio and the finale of the 2019 Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival. Enjoy your day!

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Here's what's happening:

— Canyon White at the Canvas Cafe. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Canyon White is at The Canvas Cafe every Sunday 9 a.m. to Noon so come on up and start your day right with some yummy breakfast and Canyon White!

— Muscle Powered Sunday Bicycle Ride. 9 a.m. at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Rd. Come join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City!

— Art Outside: Nature Journaling 101. 9 to 11 a.m. at Riverview Park, 600 Marsh Rd. Calling all creative adventurers! Join the Parks, Rec & Open Space Dept. on the first Interpretive Program devoted to Nature Journaling. Learn some simple tools that will help you take in your environment with intention and creativity as we hike along the Carson River. Bring your own notebook and desired writing utensil. We will have paper and pens for folks to use as well. Please make sure to wear close-toed shoes and bring plenty of water & sun protection.

— Train to Virginia City from Carson City. Event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4650 Eastgate Siding Road. Prices for the ride range from $25-$55. Rediscover Nevada’s rich history in mining and mill on the V&T Carson City-Virginia City route as you meander through tunnels, canyons and mining towns aboard a restored 1914 Pullman coach led by a 1916 Baldwin 2-8-0 steam locomotive. This relaxing all-day train excursion is fully narrated with historical facts and anecdotes. Departing from Carson City’s Eastgate Depot, the 24-mile round-trip tour includes a fun 3.5-hour stopover in historic Virginia City, where you can stroll the boardwalks and explore restaurants, shops, saloons, museums, mines and more. Please arrive at the depot 1/2 hour prior to departure. Tickets are available online or by calling 877-724-5007 or 775-291-0208.

— Vintage steam train in Virginia City. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Virginia and Truckee Depot, 166 F Street. Rediscover Nevada’s rich history in mining and mills on the V&T Carson City-Virginia City route as you meander through tunnels, canyons and mining towns aboard a restored 1914 Pullman coach led by a 1916 Baldwin 2-8-0 steam locomotive. This relaxing, all-day train excursion is fully narrated with historical facts and anecdotes. Departing from Carson City’s Eastgate Depot, the 24-mile round-trip tour includes a fun 3.5-hour stopover in historic Virginia City, where you can stroll the boardwalks and explore restaurants, shops, saloons, museums, mines and more.

— Mills Park Train Rides. 12 to 4 p.m. The Carson City Railroad Association (CCRA) maintains and operates Carson City’s only Narrow Gauge Railroad and Model Railroad Club. The narrow gauge railroad is approximately 1.5 miles long and runs throughout Mills Park, with a duration of about 10 minutes. The two indoor model railroads are a HO and N gauge railroad, located in the CCRA train station at the east end of the park. Train rides are $2 per passenger, and free for children under 2 years old.

— Women Veteran's Support Group to meet at Mills Park. 1 to 3 p.m. The newly established Women Veteran's Support Group will meet at Mills Park in Carson City near the Marv Teixeira Pavillion on August 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information please contact Lyndia at 775-431-0534.

— Cooking class at Sierra Chef. 1 to 3 p.m. at 2292 Main St. Suites 3 and 4 in Genoa. Join us for a skills instapot cooking class on Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Sierra Chef Kitchen. Classes are $65 per person.

— Last Open House of the Summer today at the Wungnema House in Mills Park. 2 to 4 p.m. Stop by the east side of Mills Park today, August 25th,, take a ride the Carson City and Mills Park Railroad, and then visit the Wungnema House for the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s monthly open house, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. There is no admission fee for the open house, and all are welcome. The Wungnema House is the stone cottage located on the east side of Mills Park across from Carson High. It was built by a family of skilled Hopi stonemasons shortly after WWII and served as the family’s home until the early 1970s. Learn about the remarkable family of skilled Hopi stonemasons, their work, and continuing legacy. The family was responsible not only for this house, but also many other distinctive homes and structures in and around the Carson City area, including a ranch in Washoe Valley and at least one church at Lake Tahoe.

— Giddy up to the Comstock for the 4th Virginia City Rodeo and Fiesta del Charro. 2 to 4 p.m. at the Virginia City Arena and Fairgrounds, 458 F Street. The rodeo returns to Virginia City Aug. 24-25 bringing with it a full force of western and cultural heritage starting off with a longhorn cattle drive right down the center of town. The 4th annual Virginia City Rodeo and Fiesta del Charro features a mutton bustin’ tournament, classic bull fighting, traditional rodeo events and a celebration of Hispanic heritage.

— Jazz and Beyond music festival featuring at the Capital Amphitheater. 4 to 7:30 p.m. at 395 S. Carson Street. The Fantods will be performing from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Reno Jazz Orchestra will be performing from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. More information can be found online or by calling 775-883-4154.

— KNVC Summer Concert Series featuring Mayita and the HotShots. 6 to 7 p.m. at the Minnesota Street Stage, 449 W. King Street. On the Back Porch! at the KNVC Radio Station. 990 N. Minnesota Street, Carson City. Bring your lawn chairs & blankets, a picnic basket & sunscreen to the second in the FREE series: Mayita and the Hot Shots. You will really enjoy their Country Music – Country Rock Music – Blues Music – Tex–Mex Music, etc. mix. Be ready to dance!

— Pajama Storytime at the Carson City Library. 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. at 900 N. Roop Street. Wear your PJs for a bedtime-themed storytime! Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times.

Carson High School Principal Gavin Ward stood at the north entrance high-fiving students as they entered high school, some of them for the first time. In fact, counselors, teachers, and other administrators stood at each of the school entrances welcoming students to the best high school in the state, hyperbole aside.

Of course, there is some tragedy in all of this, well, for students at least, and this is that summer is over, sleeping in seven days a week is over, and staying up until all hours of the evening is, likely, over; it is time once again for students to get their study habit on and put their leisurely activities away as freshman, sophomores, and juniors have seven classes every other day.

Already, students and parents should be preparing for Open House because it is coming soon as well, and this is a big CHS event, scheduled Sept. 10. However, this open house takes the traditional back-to-school night to a whole new level with activities, family friendly events, and information and screenings for a variety of local services.

The purpose of the CHS Open House is to build bridges to local services for teens and their families; increase parent and guardian engagement with CHS staff, students, and activities, and celebrate the community, creativity and diverse talents of Carson City. There will be entertainment along with food and beverages. So come one, come all, and visit a public high school which makes Nevada look like the amazing state that it is.

LANGUAGE ARTS DEPARTMENT TEACHERS IN CHARGE OF THESPIANS
CHS Honors English and Advanced Placement English teachers Lynette Gardner, Jason Macy, and Regina White have taken over the CHS Theatre Arts Department. According to White, “We have been busy over the summer cleaning and organizing the Black Box Theater on campus to make it a functioning dramatic arts classroom and rehearsal space, and many theatre arts students have come to lend a hand on multiple occasions.” “Additionally, with the help of CHS counselor Bridget Gordan Johnson, the thespian troupe of CHS volunteered at the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival Aug. 8 where we saw Taming of the Shrew; our students had a meet and greet with a couple of the equity actors in the show and had an opportunity to hear about what a career in theatre might be like” White added.

She went on to say, “Now we are busy rehearsing for our first two productions: Wednesday Night Live (CHS' traditional sketch comedy show for Homecoming Sept. 18 at the Community Center) and Peter and the Starcatcher (Directed by Jason Macy with Musical Direction and accompaniment by Andy Sonnemaker and Jon Brill) to open Oct. 4.”

However, White said the CHS Theatre Arts Department is in need of support from the community to make these productions a reality. “Our students are selling advertisement space for the Peter and the Starcatcher program, and businesses may email me for pricing details to be featured the in program.” White’s email address is rwhite@carson.k12.nv.us.

CHS ALUMNI KEVIN KUREK DELIVERS GIFT TO SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
Carson High School's Science Department would like to thank Mr. Kevin Kurek, a 2010 CHS graduate, finance and mathematics major at UNR, and currently a data scientist at Franklin Templeton, for his generous donation towards the purchase of a spectrometer. Kurek said, “It looks awesome; hope the students have fun with it.” According to CHS physics teacher Jim Bean, “This equipment will allow both physics and chemistry students to study atomic structure, chemical composition, light, and temperature.” CHS science department head Scott Vickrey said, “Thank you Kevin for your donation; so nice to see people working to make our community an even more awesome place.” Robert Collier, emeritus professor of physics at WNC, and former Jack C. Davis Observatory director said, “This is an outstanding addition for the science department at CHS ... congratulations.”

SAFE GRAD RECOGNIZES THE GENEROSITY OF CARSON’S COMMUNITY
The only reason CHS is able to offer Safe Grad every year is due to the amazing support of the Carson City Community. This is why the Safe Grad volunteer leaders and Senator Square are publishing the names of all individuals and organizations which make this annual event possible.

Therefore, Safe Grad would like to thank the following individuals and businesses for the successful 2019 event: 775 Studios; Kristine Tamm; Adele's Restaurant; Kyle and Andrea Freitas; Adrienne Navarro; Kona's Massage; Alana Gaitan; Kiwanis; Alejandro Andraca; Laura Myler; Alison Mckenzie LTD; Lauren Lemburg; Allritten & Co CPAS LLC; Les Schwab; ​Amanda Manzo; Lindsi Jurado; Amy Vidautti; ​Leticia Servin; Annalize Sanders; Liliana Sandoval; Angel Andraca; Linda Capalbo; Angelina and Angie Pettengill; Liz Tims; Annette Hodorwicz; ​Lyndsi Jurado; Artistic Fence Co; ​Lori Keller; Audrianna Hinton; Louis E Wilson; ​Bailey Vidaurri; ​Lula Neal; Barton Healthcare; Mariah Whitcome; ​Basque Deli; Mariette Szantos; Beautiful Beards; Mangia Tutto Pizzeria; Beglin Orthodontics; Marily Lewis Inc Agency; ​Ben Lynbloom; Mark D Funke DDS; Bebop Martinez; Marselina Roman; Bibee & Associates Inc ; Marissa Howars and Bike Habitat.

Also included are Maritza Calero; Bobbi Yasmer; Maverick Finance; Boomtown; Melissa Lopez; Brittanie Lopez; Melody Whitcome; Brook Warn; Meridian FH Nevada; Bud Snoke; ​Micheal Hohl; Bully's Sports Bar; Michael St. Charles; Buffy Linkul; Michelle Brackley; Brent & Kristina Benavidez; Michelle Dudley; Callista Alsasua; Michelle Stedfield; Capital City Auto Parts; Mike Randall; Cathy Barbie; ​Mike Reynolds; Carson Lodge No. 1 F.& A.M.; Mike and Gina Winder; Carson Mall; Mindy Breeding; Carson City Emblem Club; Montbleu Resort; Carson City Four Square Church; Model Dairy; Carson City Host Lions Club; Mt Rose; Carson City Natives & Newcomers Club; ​N. Medel; Carson City Partnership; Need 2 Speed; Carson City Tire Pros; Nevada Occupation Health Center; Carson Tahoe Hospital; Nichole Melshcime; Celeste Hodges; Night in the Country; Charles Keller; ​Nubia Leon; Charlette Barnum; Olivia Manley; Chili's; Ozzy Ortiz; Chrissi Nelson; Quick Stop Market; Christina Alsop; Pam Molleson; Christina Saenz; Papa Murphey's Pizza; CHS Snack Bar.

Also, Patricia Kelley; Cindi Randall; Paula Chatwood; Coca-Cola; ​Pepsi; Common Grounds Church; Pro Group Management; Connie Torres; Rebecca Hayden; Craig Morris; Resource Concepts; Crystal Lopez; ReMax Realty; D Marie Bresch; Renea Greenlee; ​Daija Lopez; RCM Realty; Dairy Queen; Reno Aces; Dan Kimm; Reno Little Theater; Danielle Ladiges; Rhe Dunlap; Danny & Kyra Hinton; Robert & Susan Crowell; ​Darin Glauner; ​Robin Williams; Dave & Kim Dawley; Roger Barber; Dave Lawson; Ron's Refrigeration; Dave Navarro; Roshanna Elwing; Deanna Fine; Ryan & Monica Green; ​Debbie Bodszar; ​​Sandra Scott; Debbie Charlton; Sarah Jordan; Deer Run Ranch Bed & Breakfast; Savannah Lopez; Denise Hettrick; Sav Mart; Denise Repp; Scott Duncan; Dickies BBQ; Scott & Jenine Dunmyer; Dillon Howell; ​Scott Moreland; Domino's Pizza; Shannon Brazil; Donald & Jeanne Fallon-Carine; Shannon Johnson; Douglas Carlton; Shannon McKutty; Dutch Bros; ​Shawn Binn; Eden Managements; Shelia Story.

Also, Edmond & Mary Pierczynski; ​Shelle Martin-Snyder; Edward and Linda Marantette; ​Sierra Asby; Eric and Carolyn Ingbar; Sierra Floor Covering; ​Eric & Heather Fancher; Sierra Furnace Works; Eddy Socorio; Sierra Podiatry; ​El Charro's; Simple Fare Catering LLC; Elizabeth Williams; ​Smith's; Elvia Lopez; Smart Food Service; Emily Andrea; Southwest Gas; Erika Sanabria Solis; St. Paul's Lutheran Family; Fitness for 10; Susan Guthrie; Forest Mack; Susan Scholley; Frankie Quintana; Sven Klatt; Fred Higgins; Teresa Smith; Fountainhead Foursquare Church; ​Theresa Bachstedt; Georgett Maddox; Thomas d Brown and Lila Brown; Gaia Marika; Timberline Animal Hospital; Glenbrook Co; Tish Herbert; Greater Nevada Credit Union; Tito's; Greg and AnneMarie Aydelott; ​Tod Jennings; Greg Revers; Trader Joe's; Gregorio Torres; ​Trisha Osborne.

Also, Grocery Outlet; Vincent P.D'Ascoli DDS LTD; Hot August Nights; VT Accounting Associates; Hettrick Electric Inc; ​Wayd Rechard; High Sierra Business Systems; Well Being LLC; Ian Lister; Wendy Tims; Jacqeline Cruz; Wendy Yang; Jaimi Wolf-Ray; Western Nevada Supply; James Rankl; Wheel House; James and Jeanne Russell; Wild Island; Jeanette Glauner; Yoguart Beach; Jeff Cherposki; Jeff and Mary Woods; Jeannie Byasse; Jenna Redus; Jennifer Alexander; Jesse Lopez; Jessica Vannucci; Jim and Kirsten Strange; Joel Lopez; Johanna Hudson; John Hurzel; John and Dyan Burroughs; John and Katherine Tatro; JP Copoulos, Architect; Julie Slocum; Karson Kruzers; Kathy Souza; Katie Fletcher; Katrina Van Patten OD LTD; Keith Fletcher; Kim Ponczoch; Kimberly Klatt and Kris Bensmiller.

Want to participate in Safe Grad 2020? Please contact the Safegrad volunteer Coordinator at 775-741-3918 or emailchsgbvolunteer@gmail.com.

SENIOR SUNRISE
Fall is just around the corner, and the beginning of every school year at CHS offers the current class of seniors the opportunity to get together in the morning, have some baked goods, hot chocolate, and coffee, and make a few personal decisions. Senior Sunrise for the Class of 2019-2020 begins at 6:00 a.m. Aug. 30 on the bleachers of the CHS football field, and it will be time for seniors to decide on a School Song, Quote, and T-Shirt which represents who they are as students, individuals, and upper classmen.

ORDER CHS CANCER SHIRTS NOW
It is that time of year again. Since 2012, CHS staff has shown its support to fight cancer by wearing staff cancer shirts Mondays in October. According to health teacher Erin Been, “Each year there is a new design, but feel free to dig those old ones out and wear them, or you can order a new one from me.” All proceeds from the t-shirts, past, present, and future, has been and will be donated to Carson Tahoe Cancer Center here in Carson City.

Been went on to say, “This year will be special as I have decided, and been given permission, to donate the proceeds to a very dear CHS staff alum, Lily Reedy, herself suffering from breast cancer, and I will share her story as we get nearer to October.” The front of the shirt says ‘Stand Against Cancer’, and the back of the shirt says ‘We Are Senators’. For those interested, community member or teacher, here are this year’s choices and prices: Royal t-shirt is $15, Royal Hoodie is $25, Royal C2 is $18, Pink Tye Dye is $20, and Royal Tye Dye is $20. An order form must be filled out, so either visit Erin Been in room 257, call her at 283-1764, or email her at ebeen@carson.k12.nv.us.

$40,000 AVAILABLE FOR RECYCLING PROJECTS
The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection’s Recycling Program in Carson City has $40,000 in grant funding available for projects to increase recycling, public awareness of the importance of conserving natural resources, and for the reduction, reuse and recycling of solid waste. NDEP encourages action-oriented projects rather than projects oriented toward research and development.

The funding comes from the Solid Waste Management Account that receives $1 per tire for each retail tire sold in Nevada. Preference will be given to applications that provide the greatest regional coverage and/or sustainability projects. While matching funds and in-kind contributions are not required, they are encouraged.

Proposals will be accepted from municipalities, nonprofit organizations, schools, school districts, the Nevada System of Higher Education, and other public institutions. “Our goal is to increase awareness of the benefits of recycling and create more opportunities for Nevadans to conserve valuable, natural resources,” said Daren Winkelman, Chief of NDEP’s Bureau of Waste Management. Applications are available at Nevada Recycles website, and the submission deadline for applications is 5 p.m. Sept. 12. Call or email Northern Nevada Recycling Coordinator Patricia Moen at 687-9466 or pmoen@ndep.nv.gov.

STUDENT OF THE WEEK
Mackenzie Tackett is the CHS Student of the Week. According to teacher Wendy Tims, “This student is very positive, puts in extra time every day to keep up on her classwork, and is conscientious about all her work.”  Tims went on to say, “In her outside activities, Mackenzie participates in Mixed Martial Arts, and she recently successfully tested for her 3rd degree black belt.” “Mackenzie Tackett is an outstanding student and person; I am very glad to have her as a student” Tims also said. Congratulations to Mackenzie on being nominated as the CHS Student of the Week.

— Senator Square columnist Phil Brady is an English teacher at Carson High School in Carson City, Nev.

Another beautiful summer night in Timberline! Our apple tree is very popular with the local wildlife.

Stop by the east side of Mills Park today, August 25, take a ride the Carson City and Mills Park Railroad, and then visit the Wungnema House for the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s monthly open house, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. There is no admission fee for the open house, and all are welcome.

The Wungnema House is the stone cottage located on the east side of Mills Park across from Carson High. It was built by a family of skilled Hopi stonemasons shortly after WWII and served as the family’s home until the early 1970s.

Learn about the remarkable family of skilled Hopi stonemasons, their work, and continuing legacy. The family was responsible not only for this house, but also many other distinctive homes and structures in and around the Carson City area, including a ranch in Washoe Valley and at least one church at Lake Tahoe.

The family moved from the house in the early 1970s. In 1977, it was purchased by a developer, whose plans to turn the house into a restaurant fell through, after which the city acquired the house. The Wungnema House fell into disrepair and became subject to on-going vandalism until 1999, at which time, with a grant from the National Park Service and Quality of Life Initiative funds, Carson City was able to restore the house to serve as a museum and meeting place for small community groups and organizations.

For further information about the Foundation, visit their website at http://CarsonCityParks.org; their Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/CCParksFoundation, or write them at carsonparksfoundation@gmail.com, or at P.O. Box 3266, Carson City, NV 89702-3266.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of August 26 to Sept. 1, 2019. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

— Roop Street will be closed between College Parkway and Hot Springs Road, includes the intersection of Roop Street and Hot Springs Road, Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

— Crain Street will be closed between Elm Street and Terrace Street, Monday and Tuesday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

— Washington Street will have intermittent block closures between Mountain Street and Ormsby Boulevard all week, travel delays up to 10 minutes should be anticipated.

— Phillips Street will be closed at Washington Street, all week

— Elizabeth Street will be closed at Washington Street, all week

— Mountain Street at Washington Street will be closed, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., may have traffic holds, possible 10 minute delays

— Sunset Way will be closed at Washington Street, all week

— Richmond Avenue will be closed at Washington Street, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., travel delays up to 10 minutes should be anticipated

— Bulette Drive will be closed at Washington Street, all week

— Bunker Hill Drive will be closed at Washington Street, all week

Lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
— College Parkway will have reduced lanes between Carson Street and Roop Street, Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

— Clearview Drive will be reduced to a single lane between Carson Street and Edmonds Drive, Monday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

— Hot Springs Road will be reduced to a single lane between Northgate Lane and Roop Street, Tuesday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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

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

— Washington Street will have narrowed lanes with possible holds on traffic between Ormsby Boulevard and Division Street, all week, travel delays up to 10 minutes should be anticipated

— Longview Way will have narrowed lanes with possible holds on traffic between Waterford Place and Washington Street, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30p.m., travel delays up to 10 minutes should be anticipated.

— Carson River Road may have narrowed lanes between Fifth Street and Camballeria Drive, Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

— Night-time pavement striping work on portions of Arrowhead Drive, College Parkway, Roop Street, Hot Springs Road, and Clearview Drive, Monday through Friday, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Beautiful morning light paints a mirror image on the Carson River.

As summer winds down, fall events in Tahoe South are ramping up. And the secret’s out: Fall in Tahoe South is one of the most idyllic times to visit with mild weather, off-season lodging rates, more beach space and numerous events starting Labor Day Weekend.

A special sing-along screening of Bohemian Rhapsody at the Harveys Outdoor Arena, Sept. 1, provides an opportunity to spend an evening under the stars with Freddie Mercury. The unreleased version will be preceded by a performance from the world’s only all-female tribute band to Queen, The Killer Queens. The family-friendly evening concludes with a dazzling Laser Light Spectacular.

The Midway Art & Music Festival at the Heavenly Village Labor Day Weekend is non-stop entertainment with carnival rides, art show, fortune teller, plein air and caricature artists, jugglers, face painter and a classic car show, Aug. 30-Sept. 1. The village will showcase 14 regional artists performing bluegrass, funk, country and rock ‘n roll on two different stages, as well as the second annual 5k run.

ENTERTAINMENT

The weekly Live at Lakeview series concludes its free public concerts on the lake Thursday, Aug. 29 at Lakeview Commons with performances by J Ras + The Higher Elevation and Miki Rae with Taking Root.

A feel good time awaits during Remembering James – Tribute to the Godfather of Soul at the Valhalla Boathouse Theater, Aug. 30. This performance tells the story of James Brown’s monumental career, including how his involvement in the Civil Rights movement and with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. shaped his work.

MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa will host Extreme Midget Wrestling, Aug. 31, at Blue Nightclub. Competitors will participate in an all-out Pro Wrestling War.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe welcomes hypnotist Terry Parrett for EnTRANCED: The Hypno-Reality Show at Vinyl, Aug. 30-31. For two nights this one of a kind show will make guests the “stars” of popular reality shows. Sound Waves Pool Parties include yoga, cabanas, poolside tapas, day beds, live music, DJs throughout Labor Day Weekend. Open to the public and hotel guests receive complimentary access.

Don’t blink or you’ll miss it: Masters of Illusions at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe disappears after Sept. 2. The cutting-edge and perplexing interactive magic leaves audiences baffled and amazed.

The Harveys Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena rounds out a season of headliner concerts with Dave Matthews Band, Sept. 6 and Duran Duran, Sept. 13.

MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa will host a variety of acts this fall: Dave Mason: The Feelin’ Alright Tour, Sept. 20; Boz Scaggs: Out of the Blues Tour, Sept. 21; Marc Broussard and Samantha Fish, Sept. 27; Skynnyn Lynnard and ZZ Tush, Sept. 29; Rob Schneider, Oct. 4; Clint Black: Still… Killin’ Time 30th Anniversary Tour, Oct. 5; St. Paul and The Broken Bones, Oct. 6.

FOOD & WINE

Celebrate the holiday weekend with a kick-off at the Wine Walk at the Heavenly Village, Aug. 29. A $20 donation to local charity Christmas Cheer merits pours of wines from Carson Road Wineries in various shops throughout the Village.

The 19th annual Thin Air Chili Cook Off at Kirkwood Mountain Resort includes a commemorative glass, a kit to taste the chilis, and a vote for the favorite, Aug. 31. Cash prizes are available for Crowd Favorite, Best Chili and Best Booth. There’s beer and wine tasting, live music, a kid’s zone, and face painting.

Summer’s End Winemaker Dinner features Tank Garage Winery and local chef Alexis Amity of Crave Lake Tahoe with a tasty four course meal to close out summer at Basecamp Hotel, Sept. 1. Winemaker Bertus Van Zyl will describe wine pairings for each course.

Live Violence Free’s Afternoon of Peace & Harmony, Sept. 7, is an annual fundraiser with live performances from local talent Mescalito, Nikki Costa and Sal’s Greenhouse as well as food, beer and wine with a silent auction at Harveys Lake Tahoe Outdoor Concert Arena.

FALL FESTIVALS

Farm-to-fork festival Sample the Sierra turns 10 on Sept. 14 at the Bijou Community Park with more than 20 booths of paired food and drinks found only in the Sierra Nevada. A chef’s cooking challenge, live music and a festival marketplace of handmade goods will also be available.

The Fall Ale Fest and Wing Cook-Off at the Heavenly Village, Sept. 21, will continue the good times, brews and food well into September. Paint and sip, a corn hole tournament and a poker walk will also be part of the fun.

Oktoberfest at Camp Richardson celebrates its 25th anniversary, Oct. 5-6. This festival brings ethnic food and desserts complemented by authentic German beers and wines. The weekend includes live music, a climbing wall, pumpkin patch, bounce house and a bungee platform. Attendees can win gifts by competing in various contests: beer stein holding, yodeling and the costume competition. Entry and parking are free.

With the Kokanee salmon swimming upstream, locals and visitors celebrate the annual migration at the Fall Fish Fest, Oct. 5-6 at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center. This two-day event will feature educational programs, a salmon feed, stream side programs, and Kokanee Trail Runs with 5k, 10k and half-marathon. Free admission and parking is available at the Visitor Center and historic Camp Richardson Resort.

The South Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival returns for its 10th year at Harrah's and Harveys Lake Tahoe, Oct. 25-27, with numerous dining and tasting experiences, as well as a rare Tahoe performance by legendary performer Rick Springfield Oct. 26.

OUTDOOR RECREATION

Tahoe Area Mountain Bike Association’s 9th annual Rose to Toads tasks athletes with a 63-mile ride from Mount Rose to the famous Mr. Toad’s Wild Road in Meyers, Sept. 2. The route includes more than 8,000 feet of climbing and 10,000 feet of descents.

The 16th annual Tour de Tahoe has cyclists riding 72 miles around “Big Blue” with after-party, Sept. 8.

The 24th annual Tahoe Blue Vodka’s Lake Tahoe Marathon brings a 5k, 10k, half marathon, 16.6 miler, marathon, ultras and the famous triple marathon and triple half marathon trifecta (that’s three half marathons in three days), Oct. 11-13. This event is open to all ages.

A Carson City business networking group, Fat Tuesday, will meet this Tuesday, August 27 at Alatte inside the Carson Nugget. All are welcome, attendance if free and there isn't a membership fee.

The group, which gathers on the 4th Tuesday of the month, meets from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the high table in the Alatte, 507 N. Carson Street, Carson City. Participants are urged to bring their business cards. You pay for your beverages; we've got the appetizers covered! Registration is required. Go here to sign up.

Sponsorship is exclusive. Your sponsorship to one event helps pay for the food and beverage. As a sponsor, you get to bring your brochures, pamphlets and marketing material AND no one else in your business category can sponsor the event that month. And you also get to hear our sponsor's schpeel.

It's the perfect time to show off:
Your brand new business
Your new office location
Your non-profit
Direct Sales
Churches
Art studios
Photographers
Tupperware
Avon
Melaleuca
Pampered Chef and many more!

Here's how it works: Sponsors get to bring their flyers, brochures, and more. You, the networking participant can only exchange business cards. And the most important part of the networking is to have a blast! Meet new people. Forge new business relationships.

This event is brought to you by: Rise Benefits Carson City and is licensed in the Carson City area.

Need more info? Call (775) 241-8508.