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October 2022

Carson City man arrested for DUI, Hit and Run with death; dropped child off before returning to scene of crime

26-year-old Reid Jensen Williamson was arrested on DUI causing death and hit and run causing death after allegedly fleeing the scene after striking a pedestrian Thursday evening.

The crash took place just after 5 p.m. at S. Stewart and Little Lane, and Williamson was detained at Little Lane and Parkland Avenue just before 6 p.m.

Republican candidates to speak at CCRW Meeting

Event Date: 
October 18, 2022 - 11:00am

On Tuesday, October 18, the Carson Valley Republican Women's Club presents two candidates at their monthly luncheon meeting. William "Scott" Hoen, who is running for Carson City Clerk-Recorder will speak, followed by Wade Bradshaw, candidate for Board of Supervisors Ward 1.

Casino Fandango Ballroom, 3800 S Carson Street, Carson City. Doors open at 11 a.m., and the meeting begins at 11:30 a.m. $25/Members—$30/Guests. Reservations are required by noon on September 16. Please call or text Lori Bagwell at 775-220-3646.

CottonSeed Company's Fall Vintage and Made Market

CottonSeed Company's Vintage and Made Market
Event Date: 
October 15, 2022 - 9:00am

The excitement is building: we are merely days away from our Fall Vintage and Made Market, as well as our Fall Family and Friends Photo Shoot.

Y'all we have an amazing line-up of vendors, food trucks, and live music -  so clear your schedules, gather your friends and family and head on down to CottonSeed Company on Saturday, October 15th for a full day of some Fall fun from 9am to 4pm.

White Cane Days Sponsored by Lions Club

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sun Oct 09 2022 .
October 8, 2022 (All day)
Event Date: 
October 9, 2022 (All day)

The annual “White Cane Days” hosted by the Carson City Host Lions Club will be held Saturday, October 8 and Sunday, October 9. Lions will be available at the North Carson Street Save Mart from 10 to 4 each day to bring awareness to the public of the sight preservation programs the Lions support, and to raise funds as part of the annual White Cane Days.

Local Election Forum, The Floyd, Cemetery Cleanup and more: Events Happening in Carson City and Beyond this weekend

Event Date: 
October 7, 2022 (All day)
October 8, 2022 (All day)
October 9, 2022 (All day)

Happy Friday Carson City! Let's take a look at what is happening throughout the region this weekend.

The Floyd returns to Carson City Community Center this weekend

Event Date: 
October 7, 2022 - 7:00pm
October 8, 2022 - 7:00pm

Lights, music, and lasers! The Floyd is returning Carson City this weekend at the Carson City Community Center.

Dubbed as "The West Coast's most sophisticated and authentic Pink Floyd Concert Experience," The Floyd brings the work of Pink Floyd to life with an immersive viewer experience.

In the words of Mark Twain…

What is there about Mark Twain that made him one of the most famous, beloved and prolific writers in the world?

So respected and beloved was he that countries around the world have celebrated his likeness and his books on stamps and coins and cities have remembered him through local celebrations and memorials.

Nevada Day Treasure Hunt: Clue 4

Happy October and happy Nevada Day month my fellow Silver Staters. It's a wonderful time, full of changing leaves, pumpkin spice and the annual Nevada Day Treasure Hunt.

Clue four is here! I have some ideas, what about you?

Pedestrian Hit and Run suspect in custody; victim succumbed to injuries at hospital

UPDATE 6:47 p.m.: The victim has died from her injuries at Renown.

UPDATE 6:25 p.m.: According to the sheriff, it is now known that the victim suffered multiple broken bones and internal damage and is in a serious condition at Renown.

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According to Sheriff Ken Furlong, a hit and run suspect is in custody after fleeing the scene of the accident.

The motorist allegedly struck the pedestrian near Stewart and Little Lane Thursday evening.

BB gun recovered from youths associated with multiple BB gun shootings throughout September

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office has been investigating a series of BB gun shootings to vehicles and houses during the month of September.

On Wednesday October 5 2022, detectives identified several juveniles alleged to have been involved in the bb gun shootings.