Steve Ranson

Nevada

Editor Emeritus and Current Military Editor at Nevada News Group

Editor Emeritus at Nevada Appeal

Editor Emeritus at Lahontan Valley News

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Carson City marks Flag Day and Army's 250th birthday with dual events

2 days ago | thisisreno.com | Steve Ranson

CARSON CITY — On one side of the Nevada State Capitol grounds, Carson City residents on Saturday morning expressed their rights against the federal government. On the other side at Veterans Plaza, several hundred people honored both the evolution of the U.S. flag and the Army’s 250th birthday. That fact wasn’t lost on Flag Day’s speaker, Brig. Gen. D. Rodger Waters, the state’s adjutant general, who talked about the historical significance of honoring both national institutions.
Women Veterans Day honors service and sacrifice

5 days ago | thisisreno.com | Steve Ranson

Women Veterans Recognition Day on June 12 honored the service, sacrifice and bravery of women who have served in the military. The day recognizes the 1948 Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, which secured a place for women in the U.S. military and offered them opportunities for long-term careers.
Nevada hosts Flag Day and Army's 250th birthday ceremony with helicopter flyover

6 days ago | thisisreno.com | Steve Ranson

Flag Day and the celebration of the Army’s 250th birthday is June 14. The Nevada National Guard is hosting its 27th annual Flag Day ceremony and a birthday celebration for the U.S. Army as the nation’s oldest military service marks its 250th birthday. Conducted in partnership with the Nevada State Archives, the Flag Day observance begins at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial behind the state Capitol at 101 N.
Fallon Rotary Club celebrates its centennial

1 week ago | nevadaappeal.com | Steve Ranson

For a century, the Fallon Rotary Club has been one of the major service organizations in Churchill County. Founded in June 1925, the Fallon Rotary Club has weathered time with its members volunteering in all aspects of community outreach from raising money for community programs to helping fellow residents. Now, the Fallon Rotary Club has reached its centennial and invites the community to the anniversary at the Fallon Convention Center on Saturday.
Memorial Day service: Bridging the generation gap

1 week ago | nevadaappeal.com | Steve Ranson

Note: Additional photos cn be found in the June 5, 2025, print edition of the LVNFERNLEY — A key to remembering the contributions veterans have made to their country over the years is to involve the younger generations, a theme presented at this year’s Memorial Day ceremony at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley. The majority of the 9,500 veterans interred at the state’s second largest military cemetery come from the earlier wars such as World War II and Korea.
Flag Day ceremony, Army’s birthday headline June 14 events

2 weeks ago | nevadaappeal.com | Steve Ranson

Three major military events will occur in June, beginning with Flag Day and the celebration of the Army’s 250th birthday on June 14. The Nevada National Guard is hosting its 27th annual Flag Day ceremony and a birthday celebration for the U.S Army as the nation’s oldest military service celebrates its 250th birthday. Conducted in partnership with the Nevada State Archives, the Flag Day observance begins at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial behind the state capitol on 101 N.
CCHS athletes sign for college sports

2 weeks ago | nevadaappeal.com | Steve Ranson

Seven Churchill County High School athletes recently signed their letters of intent to play sports at the next level. Chase Carnahan, who played on two Greenwave baseball teams that advanced to the state tournament, will continue his career in Montana at Miles College. “I decided to go there because it felt right,” Carnahan said.
FPST breaks ground for dispensary

2 weeks ago | nevadaappeal.com | Steve Ranson

Friday’s groundbreaking for a new marijuana dispensary west of Fallon should be completed within several months, said a representative of the Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe. The project located on the southwest corner of Bottom Road and the Reno Highway had been planned for some time, said Cody Downs, president of the Fallon Tribal Development Corporation board.
Adult education graduates earn their diplomas

2 weeks ago | nevadaappeal.com | Steve Ranson

Persistence. Determination. Hard work. Down, but not out, 27 graduates — many of them adults who didn’t finish their course requirements during their high school days — successfully completed the degree requirements and received their diplomas May 22 at the Churchill County School District’s Adult Education graduation.
Bridging the generation gap at Memorial Day service (photos)

2 weeks ago | thisisreno.com | Steve Ranson

FERNLEY — A key to remembering the contributions veterans have made to their country over the years is to involve the younger generations, a theme presented at this year’s Memorial Day ceremony at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley. The majority of the 9,500 veterans interred at the state’s second-largest military cemetery come from earlier wars such as World War II and Korea.