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The FISH Student Housing Revitalization Project continues to make way now with paving and asphalt complete throughout the apartment towers and commercial building area of 1455 N. Carson Street in downtown Carson City. All parking spots have been numbered and will be assigned to each of the 36 apartment units.

Comedian and actor Erica Rhodes will perform live standup Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 at Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City.

Are you a parent in the Carson City area looking for a youth sports program that offers inclusivity, safety, and fun for your child? Look no further than the Youth Olympic Weightlifting Program right here in our community at Carson City Barbell Club. This program, designed for young athletes, provides an exceptional opportunity for your child to discover the world of weightlifting and reach their full potential.

The Carson City Senior Center will host a weekly yoga class starting a Tuesday, Nov. 7, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday. The program is led by Ruth Chan a certified yoga instructor who teaches the Ashtanga style, with modifications to fit different physical levels, incorporating the 8-directional bending, twisting, and stretching to attain proper alignment.

Carson High girls cross country won their second straight Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association 5A Team State Title, this past Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno. The girls defended the title, with five runners finishing in the top 10.

Jackie Pias Carlin’s art brings fresh air with tropical flora beauty to our wintery season. Carlin’s show, "Art with Aloha", will be in the Community Center’s Crowell Board Room, through Feb. 22, 2024. CCAI will host a reception for the artist on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 5 to 6:30 p.m. with an artist introduction at 5:30 p.m. The Community Center is located at 851 E William Street, Carson City. The Crowell Board Room is open for all the city’s public meetings and upon request.

A 22-year-old South Lake Tahoe man was arrested early Sunday for suspicion of second DUI and failure to obey a traffic control device, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Snow expected Monday in the Sierra above Lake Tahoe has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Winter Weather Advisory. Elsewhere, windy conditions with gusts up anywhere from 30 mph to 50 mph will continue around the Carson City area and surrounding counties.

Carson Tahoe Health is taking a proactive stance on diabetes awareness throughout the month of November, with a key highlight being the much-anticipated Diabetes Health Fair scheduled for Nov. 11, 20223, from 9 a.m. to noon. The event will take place at the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center.

Monday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m., NLA is celebrating 75 years of Nevada librarianship with a special performance from Margo Cilker (featured on NPR's All Things Considered ) and An American Forrest.

Rolling Stone named Cilker’s “Lowland Trail” one of the 20 best country songs of 2023.

The company managing the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home has not been transparent about its finances and violated certain contract requirements, according to a state audit released Thursday.

Prepare to ring in Christmas with added gospel cheer as the Nashville Social Club, Carson City's popular restaurant and live music venue, prepares to bring a spectacular holiday performance in December with five-time Grammy-winning and Gospel Music Hall of Famers The Blind Boys of Alabama.

Daughters of the American Revolution

The Battle Born Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution is a women's volunteer service organization, promoting Patriotism, Education, and Historic Preservation. Meetings are on the third Wednesday of each month at noon for one hour, this Nov. 15 through May, at the Staybridge Inn & Suites, 972 Retail Ct, Carson City.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Youth Cadet program is hosting the 3rd annual pancake breakfast fundraiser. This event will take place Sunday, Nov. 12, 8 a.m. to noon at the Sheriff’s Office Ormsby Room, 911 East Musser Street in Carson City. All proceeds will go to the Cadet program to pay for equipment, uniforms and competitions.

In wildfire-prone areas, safeguarding your home is a practical precaution. Simple measures, like creating defensible space and retrofitting your home with fire resistant upgrades, can significantly reduce risks.

In Loving Memory of Ricardo Romero aka "Crazy Fox" Sept. 19, 1937 to Oct. 25, 2023. Known to many as “Crazy Fox" Ricardo Romero, an honorably discharged member of the armed forces, was a barber who mastered the profession for more than 60 years.

Perseverance is the word we think of when we think of Anthony Booth. Not only has Anthony proved himself to be determined during his time in high school, but he has also done so with a quiet strength and kindness.

The Carson City Cinema Club presents “The Old Man and the Sea” (1958) on Tuesday, Nov. 7 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 West King Street-the old Catholic church.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Nov. 6-12, 2023. The following roads will be closed for maintenance work:

Sunrise, Pine Nut Mountains, Gardnerville, Local Photographer, Nature Photograph

Gorgeous sunrise over the Pine Nut Mountains photographed Nov. 4 off Long Valley Road, Gardnerville Ranchos.

Carson Tahoe Health Auxiliary will be holding an interactive murder mystery dinner on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the Governor's Mansion, Nevada Room with doors opening at 5:00PM.

The murder mystery is entitled "Naughty Santa". Ticket cost is $70.00 per ticket and will include the murder mystery put on by the Funtime Theatre, buffet dinner, no-host bar featuring wine, beer, and soft drinks, door prizes, raffle and silent auction.

The Douglas County School Board accepted the resignation of Superintendent Keith Lewis during a special meeting on Wednesday, November 1.

The motion to accept his resignation and termination agreement was passed 5-2, with Trustees Linda Gilkerson, Tony Magnotta, Carey Kangas, Katherine Dickerson, and President Susan Jansen voting yes to authorize Lewis’ resignation and authorize payments in accordance with his agreement. Clerk David Burns and Vice President Doug Englekirk were opposed.

The Porch Movement – a local 501c3 non-profit created to uproot the loneliness epidemic and build community - hosts a fundraiser on Sunday, Dec. 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Home Grown Bowl, 4600 Snyder Ave., Carson City.

“We invite neighbors from Carson Valley, Carson City, and surrounding areas to join us for some family fun while supporting our effort to uproot the loneliness epidemic and build more connected and resilient communities,” said The Porch Movement founder/organizer Tammy Claughton.

UPDATE SUNDAY: A person was injured in an off-road accident in the Goni area. The person was treated and flown to Renown Medical Center in Reno. Their condition is unknown at this time.
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At 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Care Flight was requested to the Goni and N. Sutro area due to a off-roading accident.

Max Casino has officially kicked off its annual holiday food drive benefiting local charities throughout Carson City. Those who want to get involved can donate non-perishable and non-expired food items at Max Casino located conveniently in Downtown Carson City through December 22.

Friends to All is dedicated to bringing joy, cheer and friendship to seniors in our community during the holiday season. Since 1999 this group has been working to meet the needs of those with limited financial resources who are home bound or in care centers with little or no family nearby. Each year 150 - 200 visits are averaged in the Carson City area!

On October 13th, the Carson City Elks Lodge #2177 held a fundraising dinner in support of the Douglas-Carson High School Rodeo Club.

The Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (NDCNR) is pleased to announce that approximately $3 million in grant funding is now available through the Conserve Nevada Program for projects that support conservation and outdoor recreation in Nevada.

This EmployNV Resume Workshop will teach you how to prepare a professional resume that reflects your skills, knowledge, and education that are relevant to the jobs you are seeking! Attend this workshop on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, from 10am-11am at the EmployNV Career Hub, 1929 North Carson St., Carson City, NV. Walk-ins are welcome! For more information, call 775-684-0400.

After extensive engagement with the community, including public workshops, focus groups, and a successful community survey spanning several months, Douglas County is now embarking on the next phase of its strategic planning process.

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