The U.S. Stock Market ended the 2020 year at an all time high, which is good for the already rich. But the benefits never came close to helping millions of American households that are struggling – and many who are without adequate food, shelter or hope. Here’s the story in The Washington Post. Click here.
GOED, OWINN use CARES funding to provide sophisticated jobs software tool
CARSON CITY, Nev. – In an effort to help Nevadans who are unemployed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) and the Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation (OWINN) are using CARES Act funding to make the Emsi SkillsMatch tool available for those seeking to get back into the job market.
“The SkillsMatch software platform will help people identify which employment skills they have and perhaps more importantly, help them identify which skills they need to obtain to become more employable in today’s job market,” said Michael Brown, GOED Executive Director.
The Nevada SkillsMatch tool is free and available at nv.emsiskills.com. It is not a job board, but it can be used to connect individuals to jobs that meet their qualifications. The SkillsMatch tool helps individuals understand career and education opportunities that may be a good fit with past experience.
“Even before the pandemic, there was a major disconnect in the labor market: employers, training providers, and jobseekers were all speaking a different language,” said Isla Young, OWINN Senior Program Development & Engagement Specialist. “The result is people weren’t getting the training they needed for the jobs they wanted, and employers weren’t finding the talent they needed. With hundreds of thousands of Nevada residents now out of work, solving this disconnect is even more pressing.”
Skills provide the common language for these three groups. Emsi will use the language of skills to connect displaced workers with training or job opportunities based on their skills.
The SkillsMatch platform quickly audits a person’s experience and training and couples it with their career goals. With this information, SkillsMatch identifies their existing skills, the training needed to fill any skill gaps, and the local job opportunities to get them back on their desired career path.
To do this, Emsi is working closely with the university and community college systems, along with local workforce boards, to develop skills-based training and education. The result is alignment of the skills being taught with the skills being sought.
“Skills are the best indicator of a person’s ability to perform and excel in each role,” said Stacey Bostwick, GOED Director of Workforce Development. “They are also what employers are seeking when hiring individuals. They are thus the most efficient way to get Nevada residents back to work. People are more than the title of their last job. This partnership will harness their host of abilities and education to connect them to either the training they need or the job they want based on their skills.”
11:50am. Sheriff’s Deputies are trying to track down a blue pickup with a blue camper on the back. Driver is suspected of trying to run down another man at his residence off Jewell Street. If you see the pickup, call 9-1-1.
The darling of Gilligan’s Island, way back when, has succumbed to the Corona Virus. Dawn Wells, a favorite prime time actress in the 1960’s and early 70’s passed away Wednesday at the age of 82. Here’s more on her passing. Click here.
Covid-19 Virus
While much of Europe has been double and triple hunkered down against the Corona Virus, it’s cousin virus, referred to as the UK Variant Virus has finally come ashore in the United States. A man in Colorado tested positive for the variant strain of the virus and medical officials are trying to backtrack the man’s movements that caused him to come down with it.
Medical experts say the variant virus is no more life threatening than the original Covid-19, but it’s many times more contagious than the original Covid-19.
Here’s more on the story from The Washington Post. Click here.
Testing on the fly for the Covid-19 Virus
The Nevada Division of Insurance passed an emergency regulation earlier this year to make sure there will be no out-of-pocket costs to Nevadans’ covered by health insurance for COVID-19 testing and vaccinations.
Nevadans who have individual health plans, small or large group plans as well as catastrophic plans will be covered to receive the COVID-19 vaccine without any co-payment, co-insurance or other form of cost-sharing. Nevadans who don’t health insurance can go to Nevada Health Link or seek help through a federally qualified health center.
State and local governments will be informing communities statewide about how, where and when the vaccine will be available. Suffice it to say if you’re not a critically important medical worker, law enforcement officer, a teacher elderly or suffer from a unique disease, getting a vaccine shot may be a few months away. But check with Carson City’s Health Department for information as to when and who is offering the vaccine.
L-R, Mayor-elect Lori Bagwell, Business woman Doreen Mack, and Gloria Deyhle, all members of Downtown 2020 Group!
Carson City Fire Department Prescribed Burn Operations December 29-31
(Carson City, NV) –The Carson City Fire Department will be conducting wildland fuels reduction prescribed burn operations beginning tomorrow, December 29, in the Voltaire Canyon area throughout the week, weather permitting.
Smoke will be visible. Please do not report. If you are sensitive to smoke or have respiratory problems, you may need to keep your windows closed or stay indoors depending on smoke conditions.
The Carson City Fire Department, Capital City Handcrew take all factors into consideration and halt operations immediately when conditions change. Prior to conducting burn operations, crews establish a burn plan, which includes spot weather forecast, consideration of safety factors such as temperature, humidity, wind speeds and clearing the surrounding pile debris. When burn piles are completed wildland handcrews remain on scene to ensure hotspots are terminated.
Your Carson City Fire Department strives to provide a dedicated service to the citizens, businesses and visitors of Carson City. If you have any concerns or questions, please contact the Carson City Fire Department at (775) 887-2210.
For more information contact Wildland Fuels Management Officer Rodd Rummel at 775-283- 7161 or rrummel@carson.org.
8:30pm Man driving a Silver Ford F-250, pulled into Applebee’s and pulled out a gun. Moments later the pickup with two men inside headed south on Carson Street and a sheriff’s deputy got behind them a on side street near Fairview.
8:37pm Now a report of another possible accomplice in the incident at the south end of town. At Sportsmen’s, 1443 South Carson Street.
8:45pm It appears they’ve got things under control. Cancel emergency.
2:30pm – Rear-ender traffic crash at 3120 Highway 50 East. Victim car driver says she was hit from behind. Vehicles are partially on the side of the road. Law enforcement is on scene. Crash is on Highway 50 E just east of Airport Road.
A Carson City man, dead-set on getting a huge discount on two car batteries, found out the hard way that you can’t easily fool the Walmart loss prevention personnel.
According to a Carson City Sheriff’s Office report Louis Carrette, 39 of Carson City, picked up a couple of car batteries from the shelf and, according to deputies, swapped each of the batteries’ price tags ($100 each) and put lower priced tags ($5 each) on the batteries using a phony bar code. From there deputies learned that Carrette got through the “check-yourself-out-line” and headed for the exits.
By then store loss prevention officers were on to Carrette. Before he could get to his car, store officers intercepted him in the parking lot. After a brief confrontation, arriving sheriff’s deputies arrested Carrette on charges of attempted robbery. His bail was set at $40,000.
9:43pm – Flames are reported to be coming out near the top of a power pole at West Musser and Curry – southeast corner of the intersection.
9:48pm – Arriving sheriff’s deputy says the pole is not on fire..there is a decorative gas lantern on the pole that is emitting flames. Authorities are enroute to shut off the gas lantern.
9:56 – They think they’ve found one or two others…
9:58 – Stay alert – report additional incidents to 9-1-1.
4:20pm Report of a head on traffic crash at Imperial and College Parkway. There are injuries.
11:30pm Report of an apartment fire at 621 Hot Springs Road, #118. Initial report to the Sheriff’s Office was that there was smoke coming from the apartment. But arriving sheriff’s deputies and firefighters say there is no smoke coming from the apartment. Investigating.
11:37pm No fire. Firefighters returning to quarters.
Covid-19 Virus
Quad-County COVID-19 Update: 3 Deaths, 97 New Cases, and 49 Recoveries
(Carson City, NV)- Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting 3 additional deaths due to COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. The individuals were:
CCHHS is also reporting 97 new cases and 49 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 8,664, with 4,019 recoveries and 106 deaths; 4,539 cases remain active.
Carson City Health and Human Services is working to identify close risk contacts to prevent further spread of the disease.
| County | Total Cases | Active Cases | Recovered | Deaths |
| Carson City | 4,713 | 2,577 | 2,087 | 49 |
| Douglas County | 1,857 | 978 | 864 | 15 |
| Lyon County | 2,029 | 961 | 1,028 | 40 |
| Storey County | 65 | 23 | 40 | 2 |
| TOTAL | 8,664 | 4,539 | 4,019 | 106 |
Gender and age break down of the cases by county as well as the cases by zip code, found at https://gethealthycarsoncity.org/novel-coronavirus-2019/ will be updated as information becomes available. Statewide numbers can be found at the Nevada Health Response website (nvhealthresponse.nv.gov/).
Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing for Quad-County Residents
Testing is for Quad-County (Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey County) residents ONLY. All others will be turned away. Events may be canceled 48 hours in advance if inclement weather is expected. Testing is free of charge. Events are first come, first served, no appointments or reservations. To view all upcoming events through January 2021 visit https://gethealthycarsoncity.org/events/.
| Date | Time | Location |
| 12/30/2020 | 12 p.m. to 2 p.m | Storey County Public Works
100 Toll Rd, Virginia City |
| 12/31/2020 | 12 p.m. to 2 p.m | Carson City Corporate Yard
549 Airport Rd, Carson City |
Holiday Closure
In observance of the holiday, Carson City Health and Human Services will be closed tomorrow December 25th , 2020. There will be no case update. Case updates will resume on Saturday December 26th on our social media pages and on the Quad-County Dashboard.
For those who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or have questions, call the Quad-County COVID-19 Hotline Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Spanish speakers are available. The phone number is (775) 434-1988.
Covid-19 Virus
Quad-County COVID-19 Update: 105 New Cases and 13 Recoveries
(Carson City, NV)- Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting 105 new cases and 13 additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 8,463, with 3,895 recoveries and 97 deaths; 4,471 cases remain active.
Carson City Health and Human Services is working to identify close risk contacts to prevent further spread of the disease.
| County | Total Cases | Active Cases | Recovered | Deaths |
| Carson City | 4,610 | 2,546 | 2,020 | 44 |
| Douglas County | 1,803 | 958 | 833 | 12 |
| Lyon County | 1,985 | 943 | 1,003 | 39 |
| Storey County | 65 | 24 | 39 | 2 |
| TOTAL | 8,463 | 4,471 | 3,895 | 97 |
Gender and age break down of the cases by county as well as the cases by zip code, found at https://gethealthycarsoncity.org/novel-coronavirus-2019/ will be updated as information becomes available. Statewide numbers can be found at the Nevada Health Response website (nvhealthresponse.nv.gov/).
Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing for Quad-County Residents
Testing is for Quad-County (Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey County) residents ONLY. All others will be turned away. Events may be canceled 48 hours in advance if inclement weather is expected. Testing is free of charge. Events are first come, first served, no appointments or reservations. View all upcoming events at https://gethealthycarsoncity.org/events/.
| Date | Time | Location |
| 12/23/2020 | 12 p.m. to 2 p.m | Fernley City Hall
595 Silver Lace Blvd, Fernley |
For those who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or have questions, call the Quad-County COVID-19 Hotline Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Spanish speakers are available. The phone number is (775) 434-1988.
From: Carson City Sheriff’s Office
Date: December 24, 2020
Subject: Assistance with locating a missing person CCSO #20-7329, 775-283-7850 or Secret Witness at 775-322-4900
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in finding a missing person. Frank Figearo was last seen in mid-October 2020, leaving his motel room in Carson City. Mr. Figearo allegedly told a neighbor he was traveling out of state for business. The majority of Mr. Figearo’s belongings were left in his motel room. Mr. Figearo has not been heard from since he left in October. Mr. Figearo’s current mental and medical health status is unknown.
The one vehicle Mr. Figearo was registered to is no longer in his possession. No further details are available regarding possible vehicles. Mr. Figearo is 77 years-old, 6’ tall, 210 pounds and has brown hair and brown eyes.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, Dispatch (775) 887-2008, Investigation Division, Sergeant Craig Lowe (775) 283-7815, Lieutenant Daniel Gonzales at (775) 283-7850, or Secret Witness (775) 322-4900.
