Due to lack of bus drivers and continued treacherous driving conditions, all Carson City School District schools will be canceled Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. Go here for more information on weather-related school closures.

With snow levels falling to the valley floor Tuesday morning, the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the greater Reno, Carson City and Carson Valley areas, while Lake Tahoe and Sierra are under a Winter Storm Warning.

Carson Now reader Nancy Sawyer submitted these photos of Monday night's spectacular, fiery red and orange sunset above Carson City. Scroll and click on each photo to enlarge.

CARSON CITY, Nev. – Effective Jan. 1, tobacco retailers are required to use scanning technology or an automated software-based system to verify age on anyone under the age of 40 before making sales of tobacco products.

The Jimbo Scott Band will perform at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda in Minden, at 7 p.m. Friday, February 10, 2023.

Jimbo Scott has one of those voices that makes you stop, walk into the venue you were about to pass by, and see who is singing. A powerhouse singer-songwriter, his music recalls Tennessee country, bluegrass and Oakland soul. If you like Zach Brown, Tracy Chapman, the John Butler Trio or Jason Isbell, then you will like Jimbo Scott.

Come join us at the beautiful Brick & Pine Studio, 305 N Carson St Suite 202, in downtown Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 21 at 10:30 a.m. for a one hour Vinyasa Flow yoga class instructed by Meg Hundley.

Afterwards, enjoy a post workout cold pressed juice from So Juicy while our Nurse Practitioner and owner of Elevate Health provides information on the services we provide to help you achieve your health and wellness goals.

UPDATE: The flood advisory for Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, Storey and Washoe counties has been extended to 4:30 p.m. Monday.
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A powerful, potent atmospheric river storm is making its way into western Nevada, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Flood Advisory until 1:45 p.m. Monday due to the threat of urban and small stream flooding in Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, Storey and Washoe counties.

Two men were arrested late Saturday for suspicion of drug possession with intent to sell after fentanyl and methamphetamine were found during a vehicle search, according to the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team.

High in a cottonwood tree on the west side of Carson City, this bear appears to be checking for signs of spring.

Just in time for Christmas, Western Nevada College’s Machine Tool Technology department received a couple of gifts from area manufacturers to benefit future students.

Top officials in Gov. Joe Lombardo’s administration said the governor and his staff are preparing a state budget that will make “unprecedented investments in K-12 education,” and evaluating pay and benefits packages for state employees, although they did not say whether those will align with dramatic increases Gov. Steve Sisolak proposed before leaving office.

During a court hearing regarding the Carson Pines Apartment evictions Friday morning, Judge Kristin Luis ordered that all families must leave due to the uninhabitable nature of the second floor of the building.

The secret to success in high school can be summed up in one word: tenacity. Just ask Joanna Ramirez. Despite many challenges, she has thrived as a student and as a young adult, which is why she is this week’s Senior in the Spotlight.

The speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Devan Doan, Rural Engagement Coordinator for the Nevada State Democratic Party (NSDP). His presentation will lay out plans in the works for the upcoming legislative session, and ways in which Carson City's Democrats may be able to assist with those efforts.

Dickson Realty, the largest real estate firm in northern Nevada, announced the acquisition of RCM Realty Group, most recently known as Corcoran Global Living, with offices in Carson City and Gardnerville, Nevada. With the acquisition, Dickson Realty is adding 37 new agents to the team.

The Nashville Social Club has announced tickets are now on sale for Achilles Wheel, performing live in “The Swan” Music Hall on Friday, January 13th.

This Nevada County, California-based offers a mix of infectious, high energy dance beats and stark lyrical ballads. Guests will enjoy an evening of Roots Rock storytelling and dance.

Conditions and weather permitting, the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team will continue prescribed fire operations at Lake Tahoe. North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District is scheduled to burn piles this week near Incline Village.

Lyon County is encouraging residents to be prepared for upcoming storm events expected to impact the region through next week. The wet weather could bring flooding to smaller streams, poor drainage areas and areas prone to flooding.

Residents are encouraged to clear any leaves or debris from storm gutters and drainages in front of, or on their properties to ensure water can flow freely. Lyon County’s sandbag locations are open year-round to residents.

As the National Weather Service anticipates an atmospheric river event in the western Nevada region starting Saturday evening into Sunday morning, Storey County officials are reminding all residents to prepare by having food, water, batteries, flashlights and alternative heating sources on hand as power may go out.

Carson Now Reader Dante Turiczek snapped this photo of a snowy downtown Carson City on Jan. 3, 2023.

UNR Extension Douglas County Master Gardeners Program the 2nd Annual Seed Swap will be on Saturday, January 28, 2023, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at the UNR Extension Douglas County Office 1325 Waterloo Ln. in Gardnerville.

Carson Now reader Gary K Gundlach snapped these photos of the 16 wild horses grazing above the Dayton Rodeo Grounds.

Carson Now brought home eight awards from the Nevada Press Association’s 2022 contest, joining the best of the best in Nevada journalism.

Do you have a loved one that has Alzheimer's or another form of dementia? Don't try to do it alone, the Alzheimer's Association of Northern California and Northern Nevada is here to help and support you. Yes, it is a challenging time but there is a 24/7 helpline 1-800-272-3900.