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The 8th annual Carson Christmas Craft Fair will be returning to Fuji Park again this year with three shopping dates throughout November and December.

The event is located inside the Fuji Park Exhibit Hall at 601 Clear Creek Rd. across from Costco, and this year over 45 vendors will be on site so you can find the perfect unique gifts for your loved ones this holiday season.

A vehicle crash was reported just after 6 p.m. Friday night on E. William in the 1800 block.

The vehicle reportedly crashed into the side of a building and the driver is believed to be impaired according to dispatch.

Beautiful colors filled the skies over Carson City Friday morning

On Nov. 9, 2023 at around 3 p.m., the Special Enforcement Team (SET) of the Carson City Sheriff’s Office contacted a suspicious U-Haul parked at the Carson City Nugget at 507 North Carson Street.

The U-Haul had a sunscreen placed over the windshield of the truck, but the detectives were able to see it was occupied by two people, Chad Hooser, 36, and Maile Daugherty, 29, who appeared to be using narcotics. Hooser was later determined to be a convicted felon.

Truly fortunate people are those who have lifelong friendships. Anna and Leah Roylance may be among the luckiest as they bonded in utereo. Their mom, Allison Roylance, tells her girls “you’re welcome for hand-crafting a best friend for you.” Anna and Leah are top students with impressive accomplishments in singing and musical theater and a bright future ahead of them, which is why they are Seniors in the Spotlight.

The following item was scheduled to be heard at the November 14, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting and will now be continued to a later time that will be determined by the Planning Commission.

UPDATE 11:30 a.m.: Responders are returning from the scene. We’ll update with information on the investigation when it becomes available.

UPDATE 9:50 a.m.: The fire has spread to a nearby residential unit. Firefighters will be collapsing the roof to gain better access to the fire.

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Just before 9:30 a.m., first responders were dispatched to a fully engulfed car fire on Lone Mountain Drive with reported explosions.

All passengers are out of the vehicle.

The next Carson City School District School Board meeting will take place Tuesday Nov. 14 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room within the Carson City Community Center.

Public Comment will be accepted in person, or through virtual participation via email; publiccomment@carson.k12.nv.us no later than 12:30 p.m. the day of the meeting. Email for public comment must include the submitting party’s full name.

— Superintendent Andrew Feuling with present the 2023-24 CCSD American Citizen Essay Contest winners.

Ever wonder what it would be like being a female in the heavily male-dominated world of firefighting? Come and find out from Clare Frank who served as the State of California’s first and only female Chief of Fire Protection.

Who says you can’t get something for free nowadays?

On Friday, Nov. 17, Western Nevada College’s Workforce, Career and Technical Education department is presenting a free Roadside and Preventative Auto Maintenance Workshop at the E.L. Cord Automotive Technology Center at 2201 W. College Parkway in Carson City.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called early Thursday evening to a vehicle crash in the area of the roundabout at South Carson and Stewart streets.

The Friends of the Douglas County Library will host a two-day used book sale, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-18, at the Minden Library, 1625 Library Lane.

The sale will feature paperback and hardcover fiction and nonfiction books, plus a selection of holiday books and puzzles.

The Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Division and law enforcement agencies statewide will be on the lookout for motorists not wearing their seatbelts as part of a "click it or ticket" campaign, Nov. 10-30, 2023.

Western Nevada LGBTQ+ is hosting a social occasion at Sassafras in Carson City Saturday, Nov. 18.

Hosts Sherrie Scaffidi, Aaron Sims and Mark Gillard invite you to join regional LGBTQ+ folks and friends for an afternoon of food, fun and community. Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, 1500 Old Hot Springs Road, Carson City. Saturday, Nov. 18, 2-5pm.

High school level lacrosse is now available to all Carson City area boys ages 14 to 17 through the Carson Lax Club. Boys lacrosse is an outdoor contact sport with common elements of basketball and hockey.

Saturday, Nov. 18, Kristy Dial will present “All About Gourd Art” at 10:30am at the Nevada Artist Association Gallery, 449 W. King Street, Carson City.

UPDATE 2:15 PM: Mining explosives found in a box at an Arrowhead Drive residence in Carson City on Thursday morning led to an investigation and call to Douglas County Bomb Squad to detonate the box, apparently bought at an estate sale.

An annual event that brings together Carson City restaurants and the community to share delicious food and raise money and awareness of local hunger and food insecurity, Empty Bowls Carson City returns Dec. 1, 2023 at the Carson Mall.

Sierra Nevada Realtors released its October 2023 report Thursday on existing home sales in Carson City, Lyon, Douglas, Storey, Washoe and Churchill counties. The report includes median sales price and the number of home sales in the region. SNR obtains its information from the Northern Nevada Regional Multiple Listing Service.

Hello Carson City! Let's take a look to see what the weekend has in store for us.

"Look for Something Good," a novel written by Carson City author Robert Drews, is now available for purchase at the Carson City Senior Center gift shop.

The Department of Taxation’s Carson City office will be relocating to its new home at 3850 Arrowhead Dr, Second Floor in Carson City the week of Nov. 13, 2023. It is moving from its current location, 1550 E College Parkway in Carson City.

Happy Thursday Carson City and say hello to our newest Pet of the Week, Princessa!

Princessa is our longest-term dog right now at the Carson City Shelter and has been with us since August 20. While she can be a bit hesitant around new people, she has come a long way with her nerves.

A 27-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of three counts vehicle burglary and possession of stolen property, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Johnny Rockets first opened in its location September 2009, the first business in the then newly expanded and refurbished Carson Lanes bowling alley.

Despite opening amidst the recession, and the bowling alley changing hands, the restaurant has been a steady anchor — until now.

Members of the Rotary Club of Carson City got to work over the weekend assembling beds for the FISH Housing Project on North Carson Street. The apartments will provide housing for low-income students enrolled in degree and trade programs at Western Nevada College. The program is designed to help under employed individuals, with a focus on single parents, gain the skills needed to obtain higher paying jobs and careers.

The Carson City Fire Department and Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a residence in the 2600 block of Poole Way in East Carson City on Sunday, Nov. 5, at 11:54 p.m. Several residents called to report a home was on fire at the location.

For years, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Carson City has kicked off the season with their Annual Holiday Bazaar. 2023 Is no exception.

This week there are a number of ways you can honor our local veterans and active military members, with several events planned throughout the region. Take a look to find all the parades, ceremonies, free admission and more happening this week and into the weekend.

On Saturday, Nov. 11 Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City will host a Veterans Day Weekend Fun Shoot from 9:00am to 4:30pm. Target fees will be discounted all day. The Club offers Trap, Skeet, Five Stand, and Sporting Clays, and is located at 3590 Arrowhead Drive. For more information call (775)882-9904. Everyone is invited to come!

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