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9th Annual Carson Christmas Craft Fairs Return with multiple dates in November, December
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 5:15pm

Join us for the 9th Annual Carson Christmas Craft Fairs!

Shop local for Christmas from over 60 local crafters and vendors! Food, Baked Goods, Coffee, Ice Cream, Home Decor, Yard Decor, Jewelry, Health & Wellness, Makeup, Skincare, & more!

Friends of the Douglas County Library Autumn Book Sale
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 12:47pm

The Friends of the Douglas County Library will host a two-day used book sale, Friday and Saturday, November 15-16, at the Minden Library, 1625 Library Lane.

Greater Nevada Credit Union collects food and toys for the holiday season in Carson City
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 12:16pm

In recognition of the start of the holiday season, Greater Nevada Credit Union branch locations across northern Nevada are collecting donations for those in need on behalf of local nonprofits and the KTVN 2 News Nevada Share Your Christmas Drive-By Food Drive.

Dirty Dough to host grand opening, cookie eating contest and more Friday in Carson City
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:52am

Carson City’s newest treat spot will be hosting a grand opening tomorrow, Friday Nov. 15 beginning at 10 a.m.

Festivities include a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m., a guest appearance by the Cookie Monster, and even cookie eating contest!

Carson High Blue Thunder Marching Band Wins Sierra Band Crusade
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 9:33am

The Carson High School Blue Thunder Marching Band won first place in the AA division with an overall score of more than 80 at the 44th Annual Sierra Band Crusade, northern Nevada’s Marching Band Championships, this past Saturday, Nov. 9, in Mackay Stadium at the University of Nevada, Reno.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Featured Eligible Foster: Snacks
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 8:10am

Introducing Snacks, the exuberant and lovable 5-month-old pit bull terrier mix who's ready to bring boundless energy and joy into your life!

Snacks is in need of a foster home that can help him refine his manners through dedicated training sessions and a calm and loving home environment.

NDOT announces lane closures for drainage improvements on U.S. 95A in Yerington
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 4:08pm

Lane closures and travel delays will begin Wednesday, Nov. 13 on U.S. 95 Alternate in Yerington as the Nevada Department of Transportation makes roadway drainage improvements.

Carson City hosts Morgan Mill high-water mark unveiling Thursday
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 3:32pm

The Morgan Mill High-Water Mark unveiling will be held on Nov. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Morgan Mill River Access Area, 5597 Morgan Mill Road. This high-water mark project is an outreach tool designed to let people know their flood risk and to underscore how floodplains and open spaces work together to reduce their flood risk.

Carson City School District student winners announced for American Citizen Essay Contest
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 2:00pm

The Carson City School District’s Board of Trustees is pleased to announce nine student winners of the 23rd Annual American Citizen Essay Contest. Each winner was recognized at the school board meeting Tuesday, Nov. 12, and received the following cash prizes: First Place: $100, Second Place: $50 and Third Place: $30. Grade level winners include the following.

Helping Carson City's food insecure: Chef Charlie Abowd Memorial Turkey Drop Food Drive to become annual event
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 11:34am

UPDATE: For those wanting to make monetary donations please may checks payable to Food for Thought, which provides food for local children. The mailing address (also physical address) is 3246 North Carson Street, Suite 118, Carson City, 89706 or go online here at Food For Thought to donate in his name if this option works best for you.
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With the passing of Chef Charlie Abowd, Saturday, the food drive he and Steve Funk, KNVC 95.1 FM Radio's general manager, kicked off Nov. 9, has been renamed the KNVC and Chef Charlie Abowd Memorial Turkey Drop Food Drive. The event will take place annually.

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