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Mark Twain was a resident of Carson City on and off for three years and left just before Nevada became a state. Of course, when he arrived here with his brother Orion Clemens, he was known then as Samuel Langhorne Clemens. It was on February 3, 1863 that he became Mark Twain - thus the writer Mark Twain could be considered as born here.

The next Carson City School District School Board meeting will take place next Tuesday April 12 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room within the Carson City Community Center.

A discussion was held Thursday by the Board of Supervisors regarding the potential disposal of the city-owned property at 2621 Northgate Lane.

At the meeting, supervisors tabled the decision until language could be updated, but agreed that the sale of the building will begin in early July.

The discussion held at the special meeting Wednesday evening by the Carson City School Board Trustees determined that the school board would offer the position to runner up candidate Andrew Feuling in regards to the next Carson City School District Superintendent.

Happy Thursday, Carson City! The sun is shining and the trails are calling, why not bring along a new friend?

The Friends of the Dayton Branch Library are hosting their spring book sale on Friday, April 8th from 9am-5pm and Saturday, April 9th from 9am-3pm. All book sale proceeds go directly to the library to help fund free programming for the Dayton community.

On Saturday, April 9, 2022, history buffs, community leaders, and preservationists will aid in the maintenance and restoration of numerous sites as part of Park Day, the American Battlefield Trust’s annual hands-on preservation event. Thousands of volunteers across the country will participate as Park Day celebrates its 25th year.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, April 7 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

Mountain Lakes Estates Retirement Living is giving the Reno community a delicious and easy way to support local mom and pop businesses. Each Wednesday beginning April 13, noon-2 p.m., the community will host a local food truck vendor at the corner of the property, located at 765 South Meadows Parkway.

The Rotary Club of Carson City celebrated young musicians again this week when it hosted the Area’s 2nd round of its annual Music Competition.

Playing the clarinet, Carson High School student Kyra Fields took home the top honor with her performance of the Mozart’s Third Movement of Concerto for Clarinet.

Downtown Carson City was bustling Saturday with wine enthusiasts for the year’s first sunny and warm wine walk.

The Northern Nevada Hot Air Ballooning club will be hosting a community event this Saturday, April 2 beginning at 7 a.m.

The community is invited to come and watch as the balloons are inflated and take flight, and are encouraged to take photos and learn more about how hot air balloons work!

The Carson City Host Lions celebrated the 21st Annual Crab Feed on Saturday evening, March 26th at Fuji Park with a special ceremony honoring local heroes. Four people were honored for their actions saving lives in 2021.

Join Donor Network West on May 19, 2022 at the National Bowling Stadium in Reno, Nevada where we will team up to raise awareness about organ and tissue donation and honor the donors who have given the gift of life. Your support directly benefits northern Nevada by aiding in funding for education, outreach and research.

Happy Wednesday, Carson City! Are you feeling a little lonely today? Let me introduce you to Dana.

Dana is a four-year-old pup with a ton of personality who is currently available for adoption at Nevada Humane Society’s Carson City Shelter.

Carson Tahoe Health Auxiliary will host a wine train trip aboard the V&T Railroad on Saturday, April 30, 2022. All proceeds from this event support needed hospital equipment and continuing education for Carson Tahoe Hospital personnel.

The Carson Valley Sertoma Club is pleased to report another successful Coat Drive season with 7,344 total warm clothing items, including 3,052 coats, sweaters, and jackets, collected and distributed. We are in awe of the generosity of the Carson City and Douglas County communities.

On March 19, the Carson City Elks held their annual dinner event to raise funds for Nevada State Elks New Major Project.

Is your garage overflowing with so much stuff you can’t get your car inside? Has your former junk room now become your office, but the junk is still there?

Dr. John Goldhardt recently rejected the proposed contract by the Carson City School Board for the position of superintendent.

With her calm delivery and just seconds to spare, Carson High School Senior Jessica Knutson won the Rotary Club of Carson City’s Speech Contest this week. Area high school students were invited to compete in the annual event to help them hone their public speaking skills and win cash prizes.

“All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” (Pablo Picasso)

Pioneer Academy art students recently experienced a return to normalcy with an excursion to the Nevada Museum of Art in Reno.

Happy Wednesday Carson City! The bees are buzzing, the sun is warm, and you're ready to get out and about, right? But what's that, something's missing? I know what it is, a best friend!

Meet McFly, a two-year-old, male Pit Bull Terrier who is currently available for adoption at Nevada Humane Society’s Carson City shelter.

Can you help one-on-one with flashcards and pronunciation? Students in citizenship classes will be studying and memorizing the 100 civics test questions, practicing writing and reading short English sentences, and practicing vocabulary.

On Saturday morning, dozens of community members braved the clouds and rain to come together in a grass-roots effort to clear the Saliman walking path of torn landscaping cloth and debris.

A Market made for moms! Discover where handmade, artisanal goods blend with locally grown produce and fresh culinary delights. Enjoy a free yoga class (with free childcare!) and start the weekend calm and clear.

The situation for many local (and national) child care programs is dire. While many folks are continuing to need child care for their children, or those who are just now heading back to the office, finding child care can be difficult to do. Child care programs, despite their best intentions, are having trouble finding and keeping staff, which means less child care options for families.

Communities In Schools of Western Nevada, an affiliate of the fifth largest state office of the nation’s leading dropout prevention organization, announces the inaugural All In For Kids Spring Gala, Thursday, April 21 at The Grand Sierra Resort and Casino. The “Starry Night” themed event, previously known as Cappy Hour, will feature stories of Washoe County students, their families and CIS team members.

All net proceeds will benefit the Holiday with a Hero scholarship program. Business sponsorships are also available. Registration deadline is May 1st. $125 per player-includes range balls, goodie bag and lunch!

Come enjoy a an evening of wine tasting, live music, and shopping at MidTown Marketplace! Listen to the smooth jazz and blues of local musician Bob Israel while shopping for unique finds at the shop. This Friday, March 18th from 5pm-7pm. MidTown Marketplace, your one place shop to Find It-Love It-Buy It! Located at 104 Corbett St in Carson City.