As summer draws down and the school year begins, Friends in Service Helping, also known as FISH — a Carson City area nonprofit dedicated to providing community members in need with access to Food, Instruction, Shelter and Healthcare, is preparing for one of its busiest times of the year.

The finale fundraiser for the Watercolor Carson City plein air festival will be held Aug. 18. Thirty-three participating artists will present up to 99 paintings done en plein air during the event.

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency invites the public to participate in an overview of the Connections 2050 Regional Transportation Plan, which will identify a broad range of projects, programs and strategies needed to improve Lake Tahoe’s transportation system over the next 25 years.

The Nevada Humane Society, a nonprofit animal shelter working to save animal lives in northern Nevada, will launch its Pick of the Pack fundraising raffle on Saturday, August 10 at Dick Campagni’s Carson City Toyota, an opportunity for the community to purchase tickets for a raffle running through Nov. 2 wherein they can win either a brand new car or $15,000 in cash while supporting homeless pets in northern Nevada.

The Carson City Planning Commission last week approved a special use permit for redevelopment changes at the old Kmart building on North Carson Street.

A 29-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for felony forgery after allegedly passing fake $100 bills at two businesses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Carson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and Nevada Highway Patrol were called Friday morning to a vehicle crash, southbound I-580 north of Fairview Drive.

The August 14 Coffee with Supervisor Schuette has been cancelled. The next Coffee with Lisa is scheduled for September 11 from 7 - 8:30 am at the Cracker Box, 402 E. Williams St. All are invited to bring questions and share ideas.

Smoke filters the skies over Carson City at sunrise Thursday. Smoke and haze will continue to impact portions of the region through the weekend, forecasters said.

For the latest air quality readings, see airnow.gov here.

Spice up your Sunday brunch plans with Bachata Brunch presented by The Reno Empire & Sierra Event Group!

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce the appointment of a dozen new principals and district administrators for the 2024-2025 school year (listed alphabetically by their last name).

Artist Reception will be held August 23 in Carson City at the Brewery Art Center Satellite Gallery for Maria Mermin. The event is from 4 to 6 p.m.

A Yerington teen reported as a missing and endangered runaway since late June was found Wednesday, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City branch Pet of the Week is Trystan, a 5-year-old pitty who is playful and full of joy. Trystan came to us originally as a stray and has returned to our care a few times which can be pretty bittersweet.

Three people involved in a racially charged incident Friday during Hot August Nights have been arrested, according to the Storey County Sheriff's Office in a news release.

Youth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce auditions for "Annie, Jr.," a 60-minute adaptation of the hit Broadway musical based on the classic comic strip.

Karaoke Night at Polecat Tavern - This Friday, August 9th starting at 7pm. Bring your friends to cheer you on. Maybe we can get them up on stage too!

The Capital City Art Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors series of public talks includes interviews with artists in their studios or in a gallery setting. CCAI presents artists Stephen Reid talking with artist Joan Arrizabalaga about her work in the Bristlecone Gallery exhibition, "Big Deal."

Sierra Nevada Realtors will host its 9th annual Cornhole for a Cause charity event on Friday, August 16, in Carson City.

Carson Tahoe Health is excited to announce a raffle giveaway in partnership with Dick Campagni’s Carson City Toyota. Each year, Carson City Toyota generously donates a grand prize of $15,000 cash or a new car to one lucky winner. This year’s raffle celebrates Carson Tahoe Health’s 75th Anniversary, with all ticket proceeds going toward the Healing Our Kids Crusade.

Saturday, August 24th beginning at 7pm - It's Reggie Hall LIVE! An incredibly live one-man show, rocking Northern California and The Great Northwest for more than 25 years.

UPDATE 2:30PM: The following is a news release from Carson City School District regarding implementation of cellphone pouches for middle and high school students:

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 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.

Carson City Search and Rescue is recruiting. Do you enjoy outdoor activities? Are you ready to learn new skills? Do you want to help your community?

Please join friends of Lucia Maloney for a Candidate Reception & Fundraiser benefiting Lucia Maloney for Carson City Supervisor - Ward 4. This event is hosted by Steve & Cyndy Brenneman at Carson City's Historic Bliss Mansion, 5:30-7:30pm, Saturday August 24th. This event is free & open to the public. Your RSVP is requested by not required. Learn more: 775.386.2836 / www.LuciaMaloney.com