The Nevada Rural Counties Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, Inc., also known as RSVP, thanks Dick Campagni's Carson City Toyota for their $9,000 sponsorship of the 2022 4th of July Fireworks Show in Mills Park.

On Monday, May 23 2022, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of an arson at the Cinderlite sand and gravel pit at 1600 Goni Road in Carson City.

Western Nevada College is celebrating the achievements of its 2021-22 graduates this week on its Carson City and Fallon campuses.

MINDEN — The Carson Valley Trails Association invites the public to attend our 2022 Annual Meeting & Member Celebration this Wednesday, May 25th, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Held at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center, the evening will feature trails information and updates, complimentary refreshments, raffle prizes, and a no-host bar.

The Reno Jazz Orchestra announces it summer concert line-up that includes a multitude of jazz, blues, rock and patriotic music under the direction of Music Director, Doug Coomler.

RENO — Already this year, more than 25,000 wildfires in the U.S. have burned over 1.3 million acres, equating to 2,000-plus square miles. This month, 20 homes in Southern California’s coastal town of Laguna Niguel burned to the ground, and prompted hasty evacuations by residents of 900 homes.

This Thursday evening the "Buster Chops" band performs on the patio of Mangia Tutto, located on the corner of Stewart and Musser streets.Come join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm for great live music, wonderful Italian food and tasty cocktails. This Saturday Buster Chops perform at Bank Saloon on the patio from 7pm - 10pm.

The nationally accredited not-for-profit Eastern Sierra Land Trust has secured a conservation easement with ranchers John Lacey, Mark Lacey, and David Wood, to protect the historic Centennial Point Ranch. South of the town of Bridgeport, in the heart of Bridgeport Valley, this working ranch is now permanently preserved for water, wildlife, and sustainable ranching.

Bill Wharton has been entertaining crowds throughout Northern Nevada for years. His diverse repertoire of music makes him a fan favorite for all ages. Whether you enjoy country (old and new), pop, rock, blues, or jazz, you will be mesmerized by his smooth, soulful sound. Head on down to Bella Vita and treat yourself to an evening of great food, friendly service, and wonderful entertainment. Music starts at 4:30 p.m. Bring the family!

RENO — Water often falls from the sky and is stored in mountains across the U.S. as snow before it melts and flows down to urban and rural communities. Knowing what factors influence when and how much of that snowmelt ultimately makes it to streams, rivers and reservoirs is crucial for water managers trying to make the most of limited water resources.

A warming trend will return to the Carson City region this week with dry conditions early on and north to northeast breezes each afternoon. By Wednesday, highs could reach 90 degrees for lower elevations, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.

UPDATE 1:37PM: According to Carson City Fire Department Battalion Chief Jon Pedrini, the fire was knocked down and contained at around 1.5 acres. Firefighters are doing "mop-up" or cleanup of the area. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

If you are unable to attend the Western Nevada College drive-through graduation ceremonies this week, there is another option to view commencement.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 23-29, 2022. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

The little colt seems very interested in our camera. Less than two months old, you can’t blame him he’s never seen one before. He was born in the Washoe Lake area, in a herd that calls that place home. Then on the night of May 5, 2022 his mother was struck and killed by a car on East Lake Boulevard.

Just after 6 p.m. Saturday evening a rollover crash was reported near Rand Ave.

On Saturday, the Carson City Symphony Association presented a free concert featuring Music of the Andes at Empire Elementary School. The concert features Kantu Inka - Carlos and Julie Lozada Ocampo - who have been presenting Peruvian Andean music in the U.S. since 2003.

A 33-year-old transient man was booked for felony possession of Fentanyl after he allegedly attempted to smuggle the substance into the Carson City Jail while he was being transported on a warrant.

This summer adults 50+ are invited to a series of four writing sessions with Nevada Poet Laureate Gailmarie Pahmeier! The series of poetry writing sessions for older adults will be held on Monday evenings from 5:30 PM until 7 PM beginning June 20 and concluding on July 18 (no class July 4 due to the holiday).

In addition, there will be a culminating event on Monday, July 25, 2022.

Join us for a Hub Talk by Devin Sizemore, all about "Adding Value One Connection At A Time"

Ronald Charles Trapp “Ronnie”, age 34 entered eternal life on April 19th, 2022. Ronnie was born in Marysville, CA on September 24th, 1987 to Carrie and Ronald W. Trapp. He spent much of his life between the Marysville area in California and the Carson City/Gardnerville area in Nevada.

Ronnie enjoyed fishing, spending time with his loved ones, food, camping in the forest, his dog Tank, and as it seemed, almost anything outdoors. He had a big heart and would give the shirt off his back if you were in need.

Happy Friday, Carson Now readers! Today is going to be a little chillier than we've seen this past week, with highs in the 60s, which will be a perfect day to remember the coolness of Spring before we hit the real heat of summer that is on the horizon.

Let's see what the weekend has in store for us throughout the Carson City region.

A 35-year-old Carson City man was arrested Thursday night after allegedly exposing himself in front of a minor.

According to the arrest report, Mario Quevedo was arrested after the mother of the child called dispatch reporting that Quevedo had come into her bedroom and exposed his genitals in front of her and her daughter.

RENO — Medical students in their fourth year at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) celebrated commencement on May 13 at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts in Reno. One of the most anticipated days of the year for these new physicians, commencement marks the beginning of the professional careers for each of the 70 graduates.