Use online registration form for drivers' ed

Students at Western Nevada Community College can use the online registration system "Web-REG" to register for new-driver education classes in Carson City, Minden and Fernley.

To register, fill out the community education admission application at www.wncc.edu/drivereducation then mail, fax, or bring it to the New Driver Education Office at WNCC's Reynolds Center in Carson City. Once this application is processed, students can proceed with Web-REG and avoid a $15 application fee. Classes are open to anyone age 15 or older.

Choose top stories of '06

With less than a month before the ball drops and we bid good-bye to 2006, the Nevada Appeal is preparing for one final look back at the stories and events that helped define the year that was.

We need you to let us know what stands out in your mind as the most important local and national stories of the past 12 months and why. E-mail your responses to jshipley@nevadaappeal.com or call 881-1217 by Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. then look for the selections in the paper and online at www.nevadaappeal.com Dec. 24.

Carson City

Santas sought for seniors

Senior holiday visits will be taking place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 16. Volunteers are needed, as well as donations of small packaged food items such as candy, cheese, crackers, salami and coffee. Also being accepted are things such as slipper socks, handkerchiefs and crossword books.

Cash donations are also accepted and are tax deductible. Checks should be made out to Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP).

A $5 donation allows the program to buy the Polaroid film for each senior's photograph with Santa. Light refreshments for breakfast and lunch for all volunteers is provided. Call 884-0180. Community members are asked to call if they know someone who needs a visit.

Carson Tahoe gift shop holding open house sale

The Carson Tahoe Regional Healthcare Auxiliary Gift Shop will hold a Holiday Open House Tuesday through Friday. All merchandise, with the exception of Sees Candy, Ty Plush products, flowers and greeting cards, will be 20 percent off. Call 445-5142.

Dog-obedience classes start Tuesday at Fuji Park

Guy Yeaman will be holding dog-obedience classes at 6:30 p.m. for six Tuesday evenings at the Fuji Park Exhibit Hall, starting this week.

Dogs must have a choke chain and a fabric or leather lead, be at least 4 months old, and be current on their shots. Cost is $75. Call 265-4530.

Douglas County

Genoa town meeting slated for Tuesday

There will be a regular public meeting for Genoa at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Town Meeting Room, 2289 Main St. Persons with disabilities who require special assistance or accommodations are requested to notify the Genoa Town Office in writing at P.O. Box 155, Genoa, NV, 89411, or by calling 782-8696 at least 24 hours in advance.

Douglas Democratic Women to meet today

The Douglas County Democratic Women will meet at 11:30 a.m. today at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden. Nonmember guests are welcome. Cost is $18 at the door. A buffet luncheon will be served at noon. Call 265-3697.

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