Stories for March 2009

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Tuesday, March 31

Carson City, Lyon County Sheriffs' Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Monday, March 30

Carson City Sheriff's Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Sunday, March 29

Saturday, March 28

Friday, March 27

Business licenses

Business licenses issued in Carson City as of March 20:

Made in Nevada program plans public marketplace

Made in Nevada, the program that spotlights products made in the Silver State, is planning its first marketplace open to the public.

Business briefs

New auto repair business Complete Auto Care is opening for business April 4, and will donate 10 percent of their proceeds for their first weekend to the Salvation Army. The business is located at 1600 North Carson St., inside the Shell station.

Business-class hotels suffering from reduced travel

Owners of new business-class hotels in Reno and Carson City say their properties have opened to lower than projected occupancy and room night rates as consumers scale back on business and leisure travel.

Financial advice can make

I was introduced to Jane through a referral from a local accountant. She had just been through an acrimonious divorce and needed help in planning for her future. Jane, in her 40s, had been a stay-at-home mom with two daughters in high school.

Realtors hopeful for spring surge

With low interest rates, a large inventory of homes on the market and special government incentives for buyers, real estate is poised for a rebound this spring, according to local Realtors.

Seniors Menus

Note: Menus are for the week of March 30-April 3 and are subject to change without notice. Choice of beverage is included with meals.

Geurink, Mack to marry

Kelly Geurink and Paul Mack have announced their engagement.

New Arrivals

CARSON TAHOE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Cheers&Kudos

Carson Valley girl's family says 'thanks'

WNC students named to fall dean's list

Western Nevada College has named 209 students to the fall 2008 dean's list. Eligible students must complete at least 12 credits for the semester with a 3.5 or higher grade point average.

Carson City, Storey County Sheriffs' log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Thursday, March 26

Carson City, Lyon and Storey Sheriffs' Log 3/26

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Wednesday, March 25

Carson City, Lyon and Storey county Sheriffs' log 3-25

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Tuesday, March 24

Old dog, new tricks: Fresh chutneys keep things spicy

Back in 1984 when I first got out of culinary school, I took a job cooking dinner at a place down in the financial district of San Francisco. The chef, besides having been the culinary director for Berringer Winery, had come from the much revered, Old Poodle Dog, a San Francisco institution that had just closed. It was customary to accept low wages in turn for working for well-credentialed chefs, and based on how little I was being paid this guy was of the highest caliber.

Carson, Lyon and Storey Sheriffs' Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Monday, March 23

Sunday, March 22

Saturday, March 21

Friday, March 20

10 big retirement planning mistakes

What is your retirement dream? Traveling, spending time with family, going back to school? Will you have enough money saved to make those dreams a reality?

New development authority director seeks to bring new jobs to area

Rob Hooper is on a mission to bring jobs to Northern Nevada.

Business Briefs

Liberty Dialysisgrand opening A grand opening celebration for Liberty Dialysis is scheduled for Thursday, April 2 from 3-7 p.m. Liberty is the first business to open in the Ribeiro Carson Tahoe Business Park, 4500 South Carson St. The official ribbon cutting will take place at 5 p.m., and refreshments will be available.

Berlat joins Nevada Appeal sales team

Jessica Berlat has joined the Nevada Appeal sales team as a media consultant supporting small businesses in Carson City.

Business Licenses

Business licenses issued in Carson City as of March 13:

Carson City, Lyon County Sheriffs' Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Thursday, March 19

Carson, Lyon and Storey Sheriffs' Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Wednesday, March 18

Carson City, Storey and Lyon Counties Sheriffs' Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Tuesday, March 17

A healthy dinner with a sordid past

This recipe for Quick Turkey Puttanesca uses a simple pan saute technique to cook the fat-free cutlets. The cure for humdrum flavor is in the spicy tomato sauce you make in the same pan.

Culinary discovery tour yields coastal cocktail

We're back! After taking a two month hiatus, Karen and I are back from our "Top Ramen Tour" of coastal Northern California.

Carson City, Lyon County Sheriffs' Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Monday, March 16

Sunday, March 15

Saturday, March 14

Friday, March 13

B'Sghetti's program aims to help charities

One local restaurant is trying to get creative on how to help local charities and drum up business at the same time.

Business Licenses

Business licenses issued in Carson City as of March 6:

Business briefs

Security issues topic of Business Connections breakfast

Taking financial advice to a personal level

For many years I was a financial planner and adviser by profession. I ran my own business here in Carson City and over the years came to meet many of its residents. They came from all walks and were in different stages of their lives when our paths crossed. Most were referrals from existing clients. All were looking to change their lives by investing, hoping to reach a goal that, without some planning, seemed out of reach.

Carson City lands big name to host tourism video

Erik Hastings, a well-known travel journalist, hosts the new video on the Web site of the Carson City Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Rupert's marks half century of servicing Carson City cars

Back in 1959, John Rupert opened Rupert's Auto Body on Washoe Indian Colony land on South Curry Street, inside a building he built using concrete blocks he made himself.

Carson City and Lyon County Sheriffs' Log 3-13

Carson City The following are some of the calls to which deputies responded Wednesday:

Thursday, March 12

Wednesday, March 11

Carson City Sheriff's Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Tuesday, March 10

Healthier version of lamb stew

Meaty stews can be rich comfort foods that often come at a nutritional price. But giving a bit of thought to your choice and quantity of meat can lower the cost of comfort.

Eat well for less with home cooking

My editor at the Appeal wanted to know if I could write about things you can do and ways to help you cook in these tough economic times. I have a few suggestions and some helpful hints that I'll share with you in my next couple of columns. I've said some of this before so consider it a reminder. First and foremost you need to start cooking.

Carson City, Lyon County Sheriffs' Logs

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Monday, March 9

Sunday, March 8

Saturday, March 7

Friday, March 6

Thursday, March 5

Carson City Sheriff's Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Wednesday, March 4

Tuesday, March 3

Break free from the chain restaurants to enjoy coconut shrimp

Tyler Florence promises this will be the best fried coconut shrimp you've ever had, especially if you've only ever had this dish at a chain restaurant. He says the natural sweetness of the coconut is the perfect foil for the spicy peanut dipping sauce.

Try Asian-fusion cuisine

It is time to get excited about cooking Asian food. This month I have two great easy recipes to make asian cuisine less mysterious. I hope you enjoy them.

Carson City, Lyon and Storey County Sheriff's Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Carson City, Lyon counties Sheriffs' Log

Carson City The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All suspects are innocent until proved guilty in court:

Monday, March 2

Sunday, March 1