On Monday evening Mars was once again behind the moon. In the southern US Mars was occulted by the moon while here in Carson City, Mars could be seen to skin by just above.

In recognition of Unclaimed Property Day on Wednesday, Feb. 1, the Nevada State Treasurer’s Office urges Nevadans to search and claim their unclaimed property.

Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church will host a cookie decorating as a fun and a family friendly event Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, from 12:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. at 3680 U.S. Highway 395, Carson City.

Families and people of all ages are invited to Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church to enjoy a fun time decorating cookies for loved ones in honor of St. Valentine’s Day. People can arrive any time between 12:30 and 3:30 on February 12, which is the Sunday before this year’s St. Valentine’s Day.

Over the past few weeks, storm after storm has rolled through the Sierra Nevada mountains and the Great Basin, dropping much-needed rain and heavy snow from Reno to Elko. But despite all the welcome precipitation, the state still faces drought conditions after back-to-back dry years.

Four Carson High School seniors enrolled in Veterinary Advanced Studies through the school’s Career and Technical Education program are participating in a semester-long internship at the Nevada Humane Society in Carson City.

Due to adverse weather conditions, Western Nevada College officials have decided to delay the opening of the Carson City campus and the Child Development Center on Monday, Jan. 30.

I have challenges. Everyone does. Over the years, I’ve developed a tool kit that helps me get through times that feel overwhelming. It’s well stocked. There are tools that worked last year that don’t this; that helped last month that don’t ease today’s stress.

CARSON CITY — As of Jan. 1, 2023, those with a Medicare drug coverage plan no longer have an out-of-pocket expense for vaccines recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).

Lake Tahoe and board game enthusiasts have something new to celebrate this first month of 2023: The Monopoly: Lake Tahoe Edition game is now available. Making an appearance last week was Mr. Monopoly himself, who unveiled the game Wednesday at Edgewood Tahoe, officially declaring the region as "Passing Go."

Carson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and the Nevada State Police responded Sunday morning to a single vehicle crash in the eastbound lane of Highway 50 West near Golf Club Drive.

The Child Development Center at Western Nevada Community College plays an important role at the school and in our community. Rotary Club of Carson City members will learn about the center and its future at the club’s next meeting which takes place Tuesday, Jan. 31 at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom. The public is invited to attend.

Gov. Joe Lombardo announced three new board and commission appointments on Friday, including Brian Krolicki to the Nevada Gaming Commission, Adriana Guzmán Fralick to the Cannabis Compliance Board, and Donna Bath to the Commission on Judicial Selection.

YOUR FUTURE IN YOUR OWN HANDS! A Workshop on CCMC 17.10 (Common Open Space Developments) and Growth Management.

CCMC 17.10 allows for mini lot sizes in exchange for so-called “Open Space.”

Growth Management sets the number of new houses that can be built each year.

Decide what YOU want for Carson City?

Growth everywhere with vertical boxes stacked over each other in a 6,000 sq ft lot?

Prepare for the Board of Supervisors/Planning Commission joint special meeting on March 3rd at Western Nevada College by attending this workshop in advance.

Join Artsy Fartsy as we celebrate LOVE, the love of chocolate, Champagne, and Jewelry. Over 10 Northern Nevada artists have been hard at work creating one-of-a-kind jewelry designs for your enjoyment.

Many of the artists will be on hand to talk about their designs and give demonstrations of the creating process.

Minden, NV – Douglas County 911 Emergency Services announces an urgent and competitive recruitment call for Emergency Communications Specialist positions. In this fast-paced, engaging, and rewarding role, the Emergency Communications Specialist is responsible for responding to emergency and non-emergency calls for law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services.

775 Offroad and Recovery, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting responsible offroading and providing recovery services to those in need, has made a significant impact on the offroad community in northern and central Nevada.

Are you lonesome? Do you have a lonesome cat longing for a playmate? Mister may be your answer.

This super sweet, handsome one-year-old short haired tabby loves pets and attention from humans and seeks friendship with other cats.

Carson City Ward 4 Supervisor Lisa Schuette will begin holding a monthly Coffee with Lisa on Wednesday, February 8, from 7 to 8 am at the Cracker Box restaurant.

Everyone is welcome to come and discuss issues they care about.

Schuette will be holding the coffee gatherings on the second Wednesday of each month.

A 44-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of Winnie and Russet after allegedly crashing his car while intoxicated and in possession of a gun.

According to the arrest report, deputies were dispatched to the area of Winnie and Russet on report of a drunk driver stuck on a snowbank.

Shane Shook defeated Hunter Mueller 191-133 to become the champion at the Northern Nevada Masters youth tournament last Sunday, January 22.

The tournament was held at Gold Dust West Bowling Center and was sponsored by the Carson Country U.S. Bowling Congress association.

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Jodi Hocking, Executive Director of Return Strong, a grassroots organization born in the heart of the pandemic by a group of women with incarcerated loved ones who came together to fight for transparency and accountability in Nevada's prisons.

The Carson City Planning Commission approved by a 4-3 vote on Wednesday the expansion of locations that cannabis dispensaries might operate within city limits.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors will make the final decision on whether or not to approve the ordinance that would allow for more potential cannabis dispensary locations, specifically in the area along North Carson Street north of Winnie Lane and west of Hot Springs Road.

This Sunday, Jan. 29 at 1 p.m., Wylder Hotel Hope Valley continues its Eastern Sierra history speaker series with a Chautauqua style presentation on 'Snowshoe Thompson, Mailman of the Sierra."