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In December of last year Carson City Moose Lodge #2709 donated three dozen Tommy Moose toys to the Carson Tahoe Hospital Emergency Department.

These were so well received by the children in the ER that the call went out that more were needed. Last week Carson Moose Lodge delivered four more dozen.

Over 100 volunteers showed up at Zephyr Shoals this morning for the annual post-July 4 cleanup. The increase in volunteers is due entirely to the horrors of last year’s cleanup during which volunteers and the League to Save Lake Tahoe cleaned up over 6,000 pounds of trash alone.

The Nevada State Museum is celebrating the 110th anniversary of the launching of the U.S.S. Nevada (BB-36) battleship this month and historic Coin Press No. 1 will be minting the U.S.S. Nevada commemorative medallion in honor of the storied and distinguished U.S. Navy vessel every Saturday in July.

It is with great excitement that I share an announcement made today by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) to award approximately $21 million to the Nevada Tech Hub, a consortium led by the University of Nevada, Reno.

This statewide effort of 75-plus public, private and nonprofit partners will position Nevada as a globally competitive innovation center in the emerging lithium batteries, critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada have announced the acquisition of Creativity Corner, a daycare located on 2323 North Carson Street. Creativity Corner will be re-named the North Carson Center Smart Start under the management of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada.

Carson City’s newest live music venue is excited to announce the celebration of their Grand Opening. The press and public are invited to the Grand Opening of Polecat Tavern on July 13, 2024.

UPDATE: There is no longer a fire threat. No word yet on the cause.
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Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Thursday night to a small brush fire behind Meeks Lumber in north Carson City.

UPDATE: Carson City Sheriff's Office is investigating a credit card skimmer device discovered Thursday at an East Carson City business.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office will host its annual Sheriff’s Night Out at Mills Park from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6. There will be aircrafts, helicopters, law enforcement vehicles, mounted horses, fire engines, giveaways, music, games and more.

The Carson City Intuitive Center is a spiritual sanctuary, a branch location of the Reno Psychic Institute.
We are a safe place where you can discover and validate your psychic abilities by taking classes, getting psychic readings, receive healings, being a part of our monthly prayer circle and more, without having to travel to Reno.

Carson City Fire Department and Nevada State Police Highway Patrol were called Thursday afternoon to a two-vehicle crash on I-580 near the junction of Highway 50 West, South Carson Street.

Women's Hum 'N Drum Circles New Location

Join us for uplifting community drumming, in a shady spot by a Carson City playground. All ages, accompanied children through seniors, and all levels of experience or none, are welcome. Percussion crafts for kids will be provided.

I paused my stride on the sandy slope. Without the monotonous thumping of my boots on the trail, it was spectacularly quiet. There was no babbling stream, airplane rumbling overhead or distant voices of other hikers. For a few moments, not even a bird chirped.

The silence was notable.

Hot dogs, fireworks, cooling off at the lake: It’s Independence Day, and here’s how we’re celebrating in Carson City, Genoa, Virginia City and Lake Tahoe.

A heatwave with the potential to shatter records will settle over Carson City and surrounding counties for the remainder of the week and into next week, bringing prolonged, scorching temperatures above 100 degrees and causing potential strains to the power grid, according to the National Weather Service.

After Tahoe’s celebrated July 4 festivities, our beaches and surrounding areas can become covered with trash, endangering wildlife and the Lake’s clarity.

Great news for tennis players in Carson City and surrounding areas. Parks Recreation and Open Space has approved funding for the renovation of the tennis courts at Centennial Park.

Justin Mills, 43, was arrested by Carson City deputies Tuesday morning following a suspicious vehicle stop conducted by Lyon County deputies.

It is with extreme sadness that we share the passing of our dad, Ken Uber, also known as Mud Man & Pebble Pimp, who left us on May 29th at the age of 68. Surrounded by his loving family and friends in his final moments, he passed away holding his daughter’s hand listening to Simple Man by Lynyrd Skynyrd.

Dance the night away with live music with Don and Nadine on Saturday, July 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 per person and guests are asked to bring a dish to share. Dances are held the 1st Saturday of each month and is open to all ages. The dance is at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Sagebrush Dining Room. RSVPs for the event are not necessary. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703.

The Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Division and other law enforcement agencies participating in Joining Forces will combine resources, which began Monday and will continue through July 20, 2024, to apprehend impaired drivers.

MINDEN, Nev. — Austin's House, a nonprofit that provides emergency shelter for children in the northern Nevada region and beyond, is in the final weeks of ticket sales for its annual fundraising gala. Previously known as "Denim and Diamonds," the event has been renamed "Boots and Bling" and will be held at the Twisting T-Bar Ranch in Gardnerville on July 20. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m.

A new sushi restaurant, Ganbaru Sushi, is coming to Topsy Lane south of Carson City, according to signage posted in their window.

Our Carson City Pet of the Week is Jazzlyn.

Join us for a night in a vibrant 1800s newspaper scene that helped shape Virginia City's rich history & lore!

Imagine a night filled with the lively spirit of Mark Twain and Dan DeQuille, legendary journalists who brought Virginia City's stories to life...

UPDATE 9:38PM: The fire on East Long Street was on the back patio of a two-story four-plex, according to Carson City Fire Department Battalion Chief Jon Pedrini. Damage was contained to the exterior patio and siding. There were no injuries. Three occupants were displaced.

When firefighters arrived, a neighbor and Carson City Sheriff's deputies had used garden hoses and fire extinguishers to knock much of it out, said Pedrini. The cause is under investigation.

Creativity and talent abound from Western Nevada College’s art students in the Capital City Arts Initiative’s "Fresh Outlook 2024" exhibition.

The Nevada Highway Patrol recognized its 75th anniversary on Monday, July 1, commemorating a legacy of dedicated service and unwavering commitment to the safety and security of Nevada’s roadways.

Looking for a fun evening out? Come join us for Bingo! Bingo is played on Mondays from 6-9 PM at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street in Old Town Dayton. Doors open at 5 PM. Free coffee is available and you are welcome to bring your own snacks.

Improve flexibility, build physical strength, and increase energy with Ashtanga Yoga taught by Ruth Chan, on Tuesdays from 11:30 to 12:30Pm. The weekly class is $5.00 per class or $40 for 10 classes and will be in the Nevada Room at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. RSVP’s for the event are not necessary – just show up. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703.

Terri Snyder, a dedicated fitness instructor, has decided to hang up her sports shoes after nearly four decades of teaching at the Carson City Community Center. Her legacy is one of unwavering commitment, resilience and a passion for health and wellness.

Western Nevada College’s Tech Center, which has been on Carson High School property since it was built in 2000, will finally be transferred to the high school.

The annual Fourth of July Americana Celebration will be happening in Genoa again this year, bringing a classic tradition to Mormon State Park.

Each year, attendees beat the heat beneath the shade trees at the park while listening to live music, watching the kids play and more.

The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is gearing up for our most popular holiday weekend, the Fourth of July. Tahoe is a cherished place, welcoming to all responsible recreationists of diverse backgrounds, and it is essential that Tahoe visitors and residents alike take care of this spectacular place to protect Tahoe’s environment and improve the Tahoe experience for all.

Informative classes on Orthodox Christianity for inquirers are held weekly at St. Sebastian Orthodox Church: the next one is tomorrow evening, Wednesday July 3, at 7:00 p.m. at 1819 N. Carson Street.

Open Mic Night at Polecat Tavern is Thursday, July fourth beginning at 6pm (NEW START TIME). Signups begin at 5:30.

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and Mountain Area Preservation reached a settlement agreement this week over a lawsuit brought by MAP against affordable housing policies approved by the TRPA Governing Board in December 2023. The litigation sought to block new land use policies in the highly protected Lake Tahoe Region that combined incentives for water quality, transportation, and workforce housing improvements, according to TRPA.

Hot dogs, fireworks, cooling off at the lake: it’s nearly Independence Day, and here’s how we’re celebrating in Carson City!

As a reminder, the fireworks will not be set off from the area surrounding Mills Park.

Join us Saturday, July 20 for a day of free live music and art at the Silver Pavilion Stage in the Silver City Park, 12 to 6 p.m.

Live music features include Drinking with Clowns, The Gary Wheeler Band, Darren Senn, Betty & James and The Fourth Generation! Plus a hula hoop workshop, art show, artisan vendors, tacos, a bar, dessert raffle (oh those Comstock bakers!), community garden tours, dancing and more. The Silver Pavilion Stage is at 385 High Street in Silver City.

Looking for a place to take your little ones this first week of July? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.

Manhattan Deli is the “Best Deli in Nevada” according to 24/7 Tempo. The online publication consulted guest reviews, ratings and lists from a wide variety of websites to identify the best delis in every state.

A 30-year-old woman as arrested Friday for suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly pointing a gun at her husband during an argument over cell phone messages, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Before Nevada voters passed Question 2 in 2022, Nevada operated under a two-tier minimum wage system that allowed an employee to be paid a lower minimum wage if an employer offered qualified health benefits.

St. Mary's Art Center, a nonprofit organization located in the former 1876 St. Mary Louise Hospital in historic Virginia City, hosts local published author, Martin A. David, in a creative writing workshop, “You Can Write”. The five-class series occurs every Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon beginning July 11 and ending August 8.

Supervisor Schuette will be hosting the monthly Coffee with Lisa on July 10, 7-8:30 am at the Cracker Box, 402 E. Williams St. All are invited to share ideas, ask questions, and discuss topics of interest.

Do you love hot dogs? Do you love, say jamming a dozen of them down your maw within a very short amount of time? Well, do we have a surprise for you.

Hot conditions are ahead, with temperatures in Carson City and surrounding counties expected to soar to near 100 by the time the July 4 Independence Day holiday arrives Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. The hot weather of 100 degrees or more is expected to stay around through the weekend.

Muscle Powered hike Galena Creek Trail

Join Muscle Powered for an early morning hike Wednesday on the Galena Creek Trail. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the trailhead in Phillip and Annie Callahan Park. Head north on I-580 to Mt. Rose Highway, turn left onto Mt. Rose Highway and then a left onto Callahan Road.

Phil Brady in wheelchair holding up Carson High School Plaque

Newly retired Carson High School English teacher Phil Brady, along with family and friends, are raising $59,000 to cover a stem-cell transplant treatment to stop the crippling effects of multiple sclerosis.

Join us on Thursday, July 4th beginning at 6pm (Note NEW starting time) for Open Mic Night at Polecat Tavern. Bring your instruments and your voices plus friends and family along to cheer you on!

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