Local students named Poetry Out Loud state finalists

Twelve high school students from across the state — including students from Carson, Douglas, Yerington and Virginia City high schools — are preparing to take center stage at the 11th annual Nevada Poetry Out Loud state finals, Saturday, March 19. The State Finals are from noon to 3 p.m. at KNPB Channel 5 Public Broadcasting’s studios, 1670 N. Virginia St., in Reno. The event is free and open to the public, though seating is limited, so attendees should plan to arrive early. Th