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The Carson City School District is pleased to announce a successful and smooth start to the 2024-2025 school year. School campuses and hallways were flooded with people again and students, educators and employees were greeted with enthusiasm, excitement and a renewed commitment to learning.

Lahontan Reservoir located within Lahontan State Recreation Area, has been placed under a HAB Danger Advisory after recent water test results showed a suspected alga bloom, according to Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

Author Stephen Provost is the featured speaker for the Frances Humphrey Lecture on Thursday, August 22 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City.

RNR Tires, Carson City’s newest tire shop, is officially open with a grand opening celebration planned for Sept. 7.

A 59-year-old man was arrested Saturday for possession of a birth certificate, a Social Security card and other identifying information not belonging to him, and possession of suspected cocaine and methamphetamine, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Nevada Builders Alliance, the state’s largest construction and building trade association, and Friends of Sutro Tunnel Charity, a non-profit focused on preserving and restoring the historic site in Dayton will hold their second ‘Meat and Drink’ event hosted at the Sutro Tunnel.

Join us on the patio at Polecat Tavern at 7pm August 31 for Play Music on the Porch.

This Sunday, bring your acoustic instruments for a "sit-around-the-tavern" jam session. Just like singing & playing around a camp fire.

Are you looking for a fun activity for your kids? Carson Country youth bowling league sign-ups are now open for ages 3-18. Registration and weekly fees vary by location. Youth league bowling offers scholarship money as prizes, community give back and tournaments.

The fourth annual Legends of Beer Festival combines the best that Reno-Tahoe has to offer including outdoor recreation and craft beer/food. Brought to you by IMBĪB Custom Brews with major sponsorships from The Outlets at Legends and Visit Reno-Tahoe. We are excited to host you once again at this one-of-a-kind festival.

With a prompt of "insects and bugs" Carson City area photographers took to their backyards, gardens and trails in search of the winged and un-winged creatures of summer.

For decades, the question of how to connect Lake Tahoe Basin’s small cities and tourist destinations — separated by the vast lake and a rugged mountain landscape — has presented a challenge.

Cooler weather and fewer mosquitos make for a great walk by our beautiful Carson River. Scroll and click photos to enlarge.

The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office responded Saturday, 11 p.m. to the area of US Highway 50 and Apache Drive in Stagecoach for a reported armed robbery. Upon arrival, deputies learned the adult male victim had been robbed at gunpoint by two other adult male subjects, at a residence in the 8800 block of US Highway 50.

Nevada families are poised to spend $525.1 million on back-to-school preparations this year, according to the Retail Association of Nevada. Compared to one year ago, total spending is down 0.5 percent.

Jazz & Beyond Carson City Festival continues its 11-day stretch today, Sunday, August 18 with live music, cowboy poetry and more at Silver Saddle Ranch.

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce a new school-based initiative aimed at enhancing the educational environment and minimizing distractions in classrooms. Starting Monday, August 19, 2024, all middle and high school students will be required to place their cellphones and other smart technology devices in locking pouches during school hours.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of August 19-25, 2024. Closures and lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

On Thursday, August 22, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Moxy Ruckus, featuring Monique Haviland, will perform a Big Hair Eighties Review concert at Dangberg Historic Park.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office would like to remind everyone that the new school year starts on Monday, August 19, 2024. Our School Resource Officers and Traffic Units will be teaming up to monitor and enforce all school zone laws for this school calendar year.

The Carson City Parks, Recreation, & Open Space Department seeks public input, especially from the local sports community, regarding the city’s sports fields.

On Thursday, eight Carson City youth graduated from a ten-week wilderness program designed for minors who have been court ordered on probation and into the program.

According to Ali Banister, Chief of Juvenile Services in Carson City, the participants embarked on a “transformative ten-week adventure,” which totaled over 300 hours of “intense learning and personal growth.”

On Saturday, August 24, from 10 to 11 a.m., Glen Whorton of the Nevada State Historic Prison Preservation Society, will speak on “The Great and Not So Great Escapes.”

Each year, the Town of Gardnerville collects more than 450 tons of green waste from its residents. The green-waste program started in 2000 as a free service to Town residents as the Town was able to dispose of its green waste at Bently Ranch free of charge.

With anticipated gusty winds and low humidity, the National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning for Carson City and surrounding counties though Saturday.

On Saturday, Aug. 17 Nashville country-rock duo Lance & Lea will headline the Levitt AMP concert at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.

The South Lake Tahoe Police Department, in partnership with the California Highway Patrol, Douglas County Sheriff’s Department, El Dorado County Sheriff's Department, Nevada State Police, and the U.S Forest Service Law Enforcement branch will be out in force August 21 through August 25, in response to the unauthorized car event called Lake2O.

A young coyote has a photo session in the morning light Friday at Silver Saddle Ranch in Carson City.

Just before 6:30 p.m., a roll over accident was reported in the southbound lanes of I-580 from Washoe Valley heading into Carson City near Arrowhead and College Parkway.

According to multiple callers, a truck hauling a trailer jack knifed.

On Friday, August 16, 2024, at approximately 12:36 a.m., the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) was asked by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to be on the lookout for a black Mercedes GLC SUV believed to be travelling north on U.S. 395.

Women's Hum 'N Drum Circle

Women's drumming is this Saturday, August 17 at 10 am, in a shady spot by a Carson City playground. Please join us for upliftment, self-expression, and mutual support. All levels of drumming experience, or none, are welcome.

Circle of Life Scene, Photo Credit: Sierra Snapshots

On Saturday, August 10, CBP Aerial Arts, an authentic and professional aerial arts studio in Gardnerville, presented its 2024 Annual Production, The Lion King, at the Carson City Community Theater, Bob Boldrick Theater.

The speaker at the August 19th Democratic luncheon will be Michelle Pedersen, candidate for Carson City School Board of Trustees, District 7.

Friends of the Nevada State Museum are pleased to announce the reprinting of a historic Nevada State Museum cookbook. This was possible thanks to the assistance of staffs from Nevada State Library and Archives in Carson City and the State Print Shop.

On Thursday, August 22, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Moxy Ruckus, featuring Monique Haviland, will perform a Big Hair Eighties Review concert.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving on The Board of Appeals in the following categories, each for a two (2) year term:

• General Contractor
• Registered Architect
• Civil/Structure Engineer
• Electrical Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer

Applicants should be aware this Board may require a minimum commitment of up to five hours a month. This Board provides advice on matters involving the building codes and the fire codes in Carson City. All members will serve without compensation.

On Saturday, August 24, 2024, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City, NV will host a “Dove Season Tune-Up” Three Shot Sporting Clays Shoot with pump and semi-automatic shotgun classes. Registration begins at 9:00am with a $50 entry fee per shooter per class. Shooting begins at 10:00am and goes until 4:30pm. Prizes include gift certificates for target packages of 150, 100, and 50 clays. The Club is located at 3590 Arrowhead Drive. For more information call (775)882-9904. Everyone is invited to come!

According to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s (DETR) July 2024 economic report, Nevada’s unemployment rate increased by 0.2 percentage points to 5.4 percent and the state saw a decrease of 1,500 nonfarm jobs.

Bryce Chisholm is a blue collar, hometown boy whose dynamic work has the street savvy and appeal of outsider art. Chisholm’s creative methodical approach to process, bold splashes (and drips) of color on all surfaces in mixed media; his embrace of the rebel and the irreverent and his devotion to beauty, make him an important artist for our times, distinguishing his work as uniquely collectible.

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join Will Houk from 95.1FM KNVC for a lazy Sunday as the BAC Exhibition Hall is turned into a listening lounge. Will is bringing a crate of vinyl records and guests are encouraged to bring records of their own that they would like to share for a spin on the provided turntables. Take in the current art exhibition while getting exposed to new music, making new friends, sipping libations, and enjoying eats from a Food Truck.

This is a free all ages event, food and beverages are available for purchase.

Brewery Arts Center - East Building - Exhibition Hall

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm every other Wednesday

In this class you’ll learn about problem-solving through art, as well as how to draw with instructor Kaleb Wyckoff. Whether you can sketch a stick figure or a portrait, this class is for you! All skill levels are welcome. Every class is different and designed to strive for accessibility. Classes take place every other week and focus on standalone lessons, meaning you can join at any time without being behind.

All materials included.

Get tickets:
https://breweryarts.org/event/20240911-sketch/

The Kid’s Monster Lab is for any youngins ages six through thirteen interested in bringing their imagination to life: in this three-week, six-session class, participants will dream up creatures, critters, and monsters to create with their art, their colors, then finally clay and paint. Classes are led by instructor, Kaleb Wyckoff.

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm every Wednesday

Learn the basics of improv and play games. Free to the public.

Questions? Email ppicommunitytheater@gmail.com

Brewery Arts Center | East Building | Grand Ballroom
449 W KING ST
CARSON CITY, NV

UNR Extension Master Gardener Community Garden Talks

Join UNR Extension Master Gardeners at the Carson City Community Garden for our monthly Garden Talks.
Topic: Technology in the Garden.

Calling All History Buffs! The Friends of the Nevada State Museum invites the community to celebrate Nevada's rich history and support a worthy cause at the Tin Cup Roundup Barbecue.

CARSON FLY FISHING CLUB MONTHLY MEETING

Carson Fly Fishing Club's Monthly Meeting is Tuesday, August 20, 7 p.m. in the Ormsby Room of the Carson City Sheriff's Office, 911 East Musser Street.
This month’s speaker is  Rebecca Feldermann, Executive Director, River Wranglers. Her and crew will present a program on conservation with our local rivers. The public is welcome to attend. For more information contact: Stan Zuber 671-2151

On August 15, 2024, at approximately 2:07 PM, Lyon County Deputies responded to the Dollar General Store, located at 101 Ambrose Ln. in reference to a subject who attempted to place a credit card skimming device on the card reader in the store.

Capt. Kirk is back at Bella Vita Bistro, with his brand of classic rock hits. The fun starts at 5:00 and runs through 8:00. These shows always bring a lot of people, so reservations are advised. Call 775-515-4300 to confirm your table. There will be a dinner and drink special, so come on out and join us on the patio for an evening of music, dinner, drinks and fun.

A 43-year-old man was arrested for felony indecent exposure in front of minors, gross misdemeanor indecent exposure, and failure to register as an ex-felon.

According to an email sent to Nevada State employees Wednesday, Aug. 14, Carson Tahoe Health has decided to no longer take current Nevada State PEBP insurance.

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