This week the spotlight shines on senior Madeline Roberts. Maddie is an outstanding student, a dedicated athlete and just an awesome young woman. Maddie’s academic accomplishments are a testament to her commitment and drive. She will earn her AP Capstone Diploma, which demands rigorous coursework and the ability to think critically.

Happy Friday, Carson Now readers! Let's take a look at what this weekend has in store.

Ken Ludwig's "Leading Ladies" is a comedy extravaganza where the laughs are as abundant as the costume changes.

With Ludwig's comedic prowess, the plot weaves through a maze of mistaken identities, creating a comedic symphony that'll have you gasping for breath between chuckles.

Erich Obermayr, a long-time Lyon County resident, and Chair of the Comstock Democratic Club, announced this week he is running for Nevada Assembly District 39.

The campaign will kick off on Saturday, Jan. 20 with events in Douglas County Headquarters, 1758 U. S. Hwy. 395N Suite K in Minden from noon until 2 p.m. Then the campaign launch continues in Lyon County at the Silver City Community Center 385 High Street Silver City from 4-6 pm.

Two storm systems will move into the Carson City area and surrounding counties this weekend, bringing periods of valley rain, high elevation snow and the potential for gusty winds that will persist into early next week, according to the National Weather Service.

The Eagle Valley Women’s Golf Club plays 18 hole rounds on Wednesday mornings from mid-April through early October. We play both the East course and the West course at Eagle Valley Golf Course. We also have a 9-hole after work league on Thursday, with tee times available from 3:30 to 4:30. Any member of the league is entitled to play either or both.

Carson City Supervisors approved the final redesign of the Carson Street Roundabout sculpture, which will now move onto the next phase of completion.

There has been ongoing public comment, both for and against the art installation, but one comment continued to come up: roads.

Youth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce our upcoming production of "The Addams Family, young@part" with the final performances this weekend at the Bob Boldrick Theatre at the Carson City Community Center.

A 54-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday for misdemeanor probation violation, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Sunday, Jan. 21 at 1 p.m., Minden Mill will be presenting local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff in a Chautauqua performance of Sierra Nevada Super Hero John “Snowshoe” Thompson and his wife Agnes in “Mailman of the Sierra.”

Calendar year 2023 marked the third year that the Carson City Sheriff’s Office has reported crime data through the National Incident Based Reporting System.

This reporting system became the new standard nationwide in 2020 and is the basis for what most know as the community “Crime Rate.” NIBRS crime reporting is broken into the three major categories including Crimes Against Persons, Crimes Against Property, and Crimes Against Society.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the highly anticipated 2024 Citizens Academy. This unique program provides an opportunity for community members to gain insight and firsthand experience into the operations and responsibilities of the Carson City Sheriff's Office.

Carson City Fire Department responded late Wednesday morning to a sagging utility cable line on King Street near Bordewich Bray Elementary School.

Happy Wednesday Carson City and say hello to our pet of the week, Josie!

Josie is a 3-year-old gal who was surrendered to us back in early December. She is an affectionate and loyal girl who is looking for her forever home.

Look at who we got coming to Polecat Tavern on Saturday, Jan. 20th? It's KRD, Kirk & Reba Duo. Rock & Roll classics at their best! This night you won't want to miss.

Nutrition Services with the Carson City School District is pleased to offer vending machines as part of their food distribution process. The effort is designed to help meet student needs and provide alternatives to waiting in lines.

Nevadans interested in training to become foster parents in rural Nevada have an opportunity to join a four-session virtual training beginning Jan. 20, 2024.

The Nevada Division of Child and Family Services is working to recruit and train foster families in Nevada’s 15 rural counties to support children in need.

A 30-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Sunday for suspicion of provoking an assault after a witness showed deputies a video of her challenging a neighbor to a fight, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team members including North Lake Tahoe, North Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts, California State Parks, Nevada Division of Forestry, and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, will continue prescribed fire operations this week at Lake Tahoe, conditions and weather permitting. Smoke may be present throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin and surrounding areas.

The Carson High Cheer Team will host a Jr. Senator Cheer Camp Friday, Jan. 19, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in Senator Square at Carson High School in Carson City. At the conclusion of the camp, all participants will perform during halftime of the 7 p.m. varsity basketball game vs. McQueen High School.

Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol Division continues its investigation into November's fatal crash that killed a Fallon woman and injured several others on US-50A in Churchill County.

Mile High Jazz Band will present “Cool January Jazz” on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Gina's Good Life Music & Lounge, 507 N. Carson Street inside the Carson Nugget. The music is free, donations welcome.

The 17-member band will play favorite big-band jazz tunes from its extensive repertoire and feature the vocal stylings of Jakki Ford. Pianist and band leader David Bugli said, "This is the band's first performance of the new year.

Two days before a winter storm shut down government offices in Northern Nevada, Gov. Joe Lombardo asked if certain licensure requirements could be waived by the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) to address a shortage of highway maintenance workers who keep roadways clear.

Informative classes on Orthodox Christianity for inquirers are held weekly at St. Sebastian Orthodox Church: the next one is Thursday, January 18 at 6:30 p.m. at 1819 N. Carson Street. See our class and service schedule on our Facebook page (St. Sebastian Serbian Orthodox Mission Parish), our website (stsebastianmission.org), or contact us at 775-546-5054, frnormanccnv@gmail.com.