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Relay for Life to host virtual ceremony Sept. 19

08/21/2020 11:26 PM
Relay for Life to host virtual ceremony Sept. 19

Robert Perea, The Fernley Reporter

Ordinarily, a few hundred people, or maybe more, would have gathered at the Out-of-Town Park one weekend in July to honor and mourn those lost to cancer, celebrate those who’ve fought it and recovered, and raise money to help those who are afflicted in the future.

Instead, the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting restrictions on gatherings have made 2020 anything other than ordinary.

That’s why, out of an abundance of caution, the American Cancer Society suspended all in-person events for the remainder of the year, including all northern Nevada Relay for Life events.

But the fight against cancer continues. American cancer Society staff and volunteers from the Relays for Life of Fernley/Rural Nevada, Reno/Sparks, Carson City/Douglas County and Elko have joined together to create a Virtual Relay Experience, which will be held Saturday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. 

The event can be joined live on the Facebook page: Northern California Northern Nevada Relay for Life Team.

It will include an opening ceremony at 10 a.m., as well as the traditional survivor recognition, sponsor and team recognition, the luminaria ceremony, which is one of the highlights of the annual in-person event, and a closing ceremony.

The highlight of the event will be the Luminaria Ceremony hosted by Relay for Life of Carson City and Douglas County. The ceremony will be live and all are welcome to drive-thru Battle Born Harley Davidson, 2900 Research Drive in Carson City. Music will be provided by Phil with Rolling Thunder, Canyon White and Mandy. Luminaria bags will be available for sale prior to the start of the event. For more information, please call Mary Bowers at 775-220-2100 or email at [email protected].

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Comment author: CH Comment text: I want to start a betting 'pool' for the October, November, and December closures: 1. A dent in the pool slide. 2. A failed breaker. 3. A pebble loose in the water part (replacing all concrete) 4. Hurricane Polo makes a sudden turn and blows off the roof (again). With soft muscles after 7 months of no swimming, the only health left is my sense of humor :) Comment publication date: 10/1/26, 11:18 AM Comment source: Fernley Pool Renovation Moves Forward, One Test at a Time Comment author: PFB Comment text: Why can't you guys find competent contractors.. For a large municipal facility like the indoor-outdoor Fernley Swimming Pool located at 300 Cottonwood Lane, a complete ground-up commercial build or major structural renovation typically spans 6 to 12 months or longer when factoring in large-scale engineering, public municipal permitting, specialized commercial HVAC/roofing, and health department inspections. The current renovation has been- The Fernley Swimming Pool has been closed for approximately six to seven months since late February 2026 for a major roof replacement and facility renovation. Now you sat October. Soooo 8 months for a new roof. The picture shows no other renovations. Comment publication date: 9/17/26, 7:14 PM Comment source: Electrical problem delays Fernley pool opening Comment author: P Comment text: Relative of the Mayor is to over see this site. Anyone who knows Fernley KNOWS this is more of the who you are related to and know business in this town. VOTE THEM ALL OUT AND THE CALIFORNIA TRANSPLANTS. Comment publication date: 9/16/26, 10:31 PM Comment source: Lift Station Failure Released Untreated Sewage Comment author: Christopher Walsh Comment text: Could you look into the strong recurring smell around Fernley? It smells like sewage and it can be bad enough that people don’t want to be outside or open their windows. It would be helpful to get an investigative journalist help the Fernley residents get a clear answer from the City, NDEP, and any involved facilities. I was really disappointed that the smell was not disclosed by my realtor when I moved here. I enjoy Fernley and am seeing the improvements that are being made. With Appreciation Comment publication date: 9/12/26, 2:49 PM Comment source: Sewage spill near City of Fernley Municipal Well 9 Comment author: Alicia Euresti Comment text: We are all so blessed to have Pastor Matt and Mrs. Regina in this town. They have become a major part of pur family and our children adore them. Thank you both for all you do for qll of us. We love you!!!! Comment publication date: 9/6/26, 9:24 PM Comment source: Fascinating Fernley: Meet Your Neighbors at Living Faith Food Pantry Comment author: R Conley Comment text: Is the deputy receiving any additional training or reinforcing prior training? Comment publication date: 9/5/26, 10:08 AM Comment source: Inmate escapes from Fernley substation
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