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It's a pool party: CASI Pooch Plunge happening Saturday at Carson City Aquatic Facility
Friday, September 20, 2024 - 1:22pm

Come join CASI at our annual Pooch Plunge pool party happening Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at the Carson City Aquatic Facility outdoor pool.

Pacific Crest Dermatology opens in Carson City with ribbon cutting

Friday, September 20, 2024 - 11:56am

In our very dry climate and closer proximity to the sun, dermatology has become very important in keeping our skin youthful and free from cancer.

Got an unsightly wart, rash, acne, or other skin imperfection? You can now be treated at the new state-of-the-art dermatology practice just opened by Dr. Samantha Schneider.

Douglas County Honors Local Businesses with 2024 Business Spotlight Awards
Friday, September 20, 2024 - 10:15am

During the 32nd annual Critical Issues Conference—hosted by the Business Council of Douglas County—four local businesses were recognized with the 2024 Spotlight Award. This year’s awards were held September 17 at the Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline.

Carson City schools celebrate Social Studies Week
Friday, September 20, 2024 - 7:37am

Similar to Reading Week in March, each year, students and teachers also dedicate a week to celebrate Social Studies.

The observance typically falls around Constitution Day (a national holiday celebrated on Sept. 17) and is designed to enrich student understanding of history, geography, economics and civics.

2nd Annual Carson City Murals & Music Festival returns September 26 - 28 to Carson City

Friday, September 20, 2024 - 6:56am

Enjoy live music and see artists create new, vibrant public murals across Nevada’s capital city Sept. 26-28.

The Brewery Arts Center’s second annual Carson City Murals & Music Festival will bring live musical performances and 19 new, colorful murals to Carson City, Nevada starting Thursday, Sept. 26 through Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. This year’s festival artists will add to the 23 murals created during the inaugural festival in 2023.

Carson City's Catmandu introduces their Cat of the Week: Rigby
Friday, September 20, 2024 - 5:51am

Catmandu’s cat of the week is a very special guy. At first glance, Rigby looks like a garden variety black cat. He is not. He is a Bombay, with all the amazing physical and personality traits of the breed.

Carson City Sheriff’s Office warns uptick in scammers posing as law enforcement

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 11:23am

There has been a recent rise in phone and video scams involving individuals impersonating law enforcement officers.

Scammers are using phone calls and FaceTime video calls to contact citizens, posing as officers or deputies from various agencies to steal personal information or extort money.

Don’t put your children on deer: Carson City Supervisors hear update from Urban Wildlife Subcommittee
Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 11:03am

On Thursday, Supervisors heard an update from Rob Boehmer, chair of the Carson City Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife, who presented on the annual urban wildlife report.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Mr. Bojangles

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 8:02am

Meet Mr. Bojangles! This charming canine has been with us since mid-May, and let's just say he's brought a whole lot of love and sunshine with him.

Lightning-caused ‘King Fire’ burning in North Tahoe, First Creek area
Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 7:57am

UPDATE 11 a.m.: Our Slide Mountain Hand Crew, in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service - Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and air support, is actively working to contain the fire.
The tree struck by lightning has been felled, and the crew is cutting line around the fire perimeter. Upon further assessment, the fire is now estimated to cover 100’ x 20’.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue suppression efforts!

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Incline Village, NV – The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District (NLTFPD) is responding to a lightning-caused fire in the First Creek area. The fire was reported at approximately 10 p.m. on September 18th and is estimated to cover an area of 100’ x 100’.

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