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Leo Allan Mankins Celebration of Life
June 29, 1945 – June 8, 2022

Leo’s beloved family tearfully announces the passing of their irreplaceable husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was known by those who loved him most as Papa. He peacefully fell asleep camping at Lake Lahontan and woke up in Heaven. He will be deeply missed.

A two vehicle crash with injuries was reported just after 6 p.m. Friday evening at Carson St. and Fleischmann.

First responders are en route to the scene.

The Nevada Division of Museums and History is pleased to announce that Josh Bonde, Ph.D., has been selected to serve as director of the Nevada State Museum in Carson City.

Several asphalt pathways throughout Carson City will be temporarily closed to complete maintenance June 20-24.

Maintenance activities will include crack sealing and slurry seal. Large construction equipment will be working on-site. Striping of the pathways will be completed June 27-28.

The 9th Annual Carson City Kiwanis Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day will be held on September 10th at the Empire Ranch Golf course.

The next Carson City School District School Board meeting will take place next Tuesday June 14 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room within the Carson City Community Center.

Yard N’ Art Sale and Dollars for Scholars Raffle. P.E.O. Philanthropic Educational Organization, Saturday, June 25th, 2022, 8am - 2pm.

P.E.O. Chapters support the educational and charitable funds of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, celebrating educating and motivating women through scholarships, awards, grants and more.

Directions: From 395, Topsy Lane EAST, becomes Racetrack; Continue to Saddlehorn. Turn right at Saddlehorn and go to the end of the cul-de-sac to the double gates. Follow the signs and balloons to the sale! You have arrived Many nice items and raffle. Questions (775)392-0669

Earlier this year, the Fritsch Elementary School Archery Team placed 2nd in the Nevada State Archery Competition for the 2021-2022 season after earning high marks for an elementary school. Last year, the team brought the State Title, trophy and honor home to Carson City for the first time in program history.

— A 26-year-old Dayton man was arrested for conspiracy to commit motor vehicle theft, possession of stolen property, DUI first, and obstruction.

According to the report, Austin Matthew Bradley was arrested after deputies were dispatched on a report of a stolen vehicle that had just occurred at a South Carson St. motel.

Multiple power outages have been reported in the Dayton area, the causes of which are currently under investigation according to NV Energy.

Nearly 700 residents across 6 outage points are reportedly in the dark. Restoration of power is estimated to be between 12:45 and 1:15 p.m. Friday afternoon.

Happy Friday, Carson Now readers! Let's see what events await us throughout the Carson City region and beyond this weekend.

The Proscenium Players Inc. is hoping to add a few more members to its cast. If you’ve ever had an interest in acting, directing or staging this is a great opportunity to explore your options.

PPI is holding its annual meeting and celebration on Sunday, June 12, at 2pm in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom and anyone interested in joining is invited.

The 112th annual Carson Valley Days is happening this weekend in Douglas County, from Friday June 9 through Sunday June 12.

This year’s theme is “Happiest Valley on Earth.”

Donald Trump Jr. will be in Carson City and Las Vegas on Friday, to campaign for “America First” candidates Adam Laxalt and Joe Lombardo.

United Way leads school readiness fun for preschoolers and parents on June 21

Silver City, Nevada - United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) will host a morning of fun and educational activities for preschoolers and their parents on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 from 10am to noon.

This Saturday comes with benefits in the Silver State as residents and visitors are invited to “Discover Nevada State Parks." Visitors will receive free day-use admission.

Also happening is Nevada Department of Wildlife's free day of fishing. This event allows anglers of all ages to fish without a license on any of Nevada's waterways.

Director Katy Rhamey at the "You Do You, Mama" Shoot
At the American Advertising Federation’s National Award Ceremony, Northern Nevada-based advertising agency, KR Squared, took home a Gold Award, being honored among the top marketing companies in the nation. Their “You Do You, Mama” campaign, created for Motherhood Maternity, was also recognized with a Mosaic Award for promoting diversity and inclusion beside the world-renowned Goodby, Silverstein & Partners.

Sheriff Ken Furlong is pleased to announce that Undersheriff Jerome Tushbant has graduated from the FBI National Academy on June 8, 2022. His completion of the academy marks a highlight in his personal career, as well as returns valued trainings and resources back to the community of Carson City.

The El Dorado National Forest Interpretive Association invites you to join docent Rita Borselli for a “Water Color Hike and Class” at Carson Pass this Saturday, June 11 at 10 a.m.

Participants will walk 1 1/4 miles to Frog Lake over a fairly level trail, where the instruction will take place. Rita and ENFIA will provide the supplies and materials but participants must carry them to the site.

Roper’s Heating and Air Conditioning is seeking donations of brand-new, in-the-box fans for Carson City seniors during the annual KOLOCares Fan Drive.

Those crazy nuns are back! The Little Sisters of Hoboken have returned to present some entertainment as a thank you for all your support for their recent (2015) fundraiser show.

Carson High Athletics is pleased to announce the hiring of Tyler Golden as the new head varsity boys basketball coach at Carson High School and Pedro Chavez as the new head varsity boys soccer coach.

The Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Inc., also known as RSVP, is commemorating World Elder Abuse Awareness Day this June 2022. To raise awareness on Elder Abuse and what we can do to see, prevent, and report elder abuse, RSVP will be hosting an Elder Abuse Awareness Open House on Wednesday June 15, 2022.

Do you have an especially photogenic (or, alternatively, especially UNphotogenic) pet that you think deserves as much public attention as possible? Well here’s your chance! The Nevada Humane Society is hosting a contest to select two pets to have their likenesses plastered across the Animal Control Officer vehicle.

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Heat Advisory from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday for the lower northern Nevada valleys areas of Reno and Washoe County, Carson City, Douglas, Lyon and surrounding counties.

The driver of a pickup hauling a large boat from Lake Tahoe that lost its brakes on Highway 50 near the I-580 and South Carson Street junction on Nov. 9 killing a Dayton couple and injuring 11 others, has pled guilty to two counts each of felony reckless driving causing death and substantial bodily harm.

Enjoy live outdoor jazz at the scenic Empire Ranch Golf Course. Full restaurant and bar available. See flier.

CARSON CITY — Carson Water Subconservancy District has launched its June public service announcement in the Watershed Moments series, “Promote Pollinators” to celebrate pollinator month! This segment suggests simple actions we can all take to protect and promote pollinators, important animals that benefit the health of the Carson River Watershed.

Happy Wednesday, Carson City! Can we officially say its summer yet? What better way than to spend the summer with a new best friend!

Are you ready to meet one fun and lovable dog with a huge personality that is available for adoption at the Carson City shelter? Say hello to Foxy Lady, a one-year-old husky who truly is a one of a kind pooch, and loves to talk to you about her day.

The Lyon County Facilities Department has reported a rise in vandalism at facilities and parks throughout Lyon County. The Mark Twain ballfield restrooms were recently damaged.

CARSON CITY — For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic unfolded, Carson Tahoe Health’s Cancer Center hosted an event to honor and celebrate cancer survivors. Sunday, June 5 marked a day full of activities, drawing community together in support of the 35th annual National Cancer Survivors Day, recognized the first Sunday of each June.

Carson City Library takes summer reading underwater with the “Oceans of Possibilities” summer reading challenge, starting Saturday, June 11 through Aug. 6, 2022.

As the library transforms into an underwater reading haven with coral reefs, Orca and blue whales and manta rays swimming overhead, library officials challenge the community to read a cumulative total of 400,000 minutes throughout the challenge weeks.

Keeping our community safe is a full time job for the dedicated team at Carson City Sheriff’s Office. Although many think law enforcement is funded by speeding tickets or other traffic infractions, that is actually a very common misconception. A large majority of the revenue brought in from fines redirects back into the city, including road repairs and education.

Those with digital over-the-air channels associated with KOLO Channel 8 have begun to see some service restored following outages that happened over the weekend. KOLO noted on its website that its 8.1 signal has been restored and it is working on restoring its remaining digital channels.

During the past two years, many of the 12,000 children and adolescents living in Carson City have simply been spending their vacations at home due to the pandemic and the associated insecurities of school or daycare closures.

This year, however, many families hoping to return to “normal” with summer camps and youth programming found many programs have been capped or even canceled due to a lack of staffing.

Sunflower with bees

Today, Wednesday, Carson's Bee City invites members of the public and the Carson City Chamber of Commerce to a “What’s the Buzz Carson City” event at Foothill Garden from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The garden trail is located at 1535 Medical Parkway behind the Cancer Center.

On Tuesday afternoon, three Nevada Department of Transportation survey employees were struck and injured by a passing motorist on U.S. 395 near Topsy Lane while conducting road survey work for a future highway resurfacing project.

The Carson City School District wishes to thank Karen Abowd, president and co-founder of The Greenhouse Project, the Rotary Club of Carson City, Mayor Lori Bagwell and others who gathered for a ribbon cutting event for two new hoop houses and a continuous worm composter Monday, June 6, 2022. The new greenhouses are part of TGP’s main location at Carson High School.

Just a reminder, early voting ends this Friday, June 10, 2022, at the Carson City Community Center. Polling location hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved patriarch Donn Nils Simons. He passed peacefully on May 30, 2022 surrounded by his children and grandchildren.

Nevada Health Centers’ School-based Health Center, located at 618 W. Musser Street in Carson City, will offer COVID-19 and flu vaccinations to adults and children during a walk-in clinic Wednesday, June 8, from 9 to 11 a.m.

UPDATE 2:41PM: The two injured Nevada Department of Transportation employees who were struck by a pickup Tuesday afternoon on US-395 north of Topsy Lane were part of a surveying crew and were not in the roadway at the time of the crash, according to Nevada State Police. Their conditions are unknown at this time. The highway is open. Impairment is not suspected at this time, said Trooper Charles Caster.
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Douglas County and Carson City emergency crews responded Tuesday afternoon to Topsy Lane and Highway 395 for a vehicle crash that involved two NDOT employees who were reportedly struck by a vehicle.

Holi is being introduced to Carson City this Saturday, June 11 as a community experience for all age groups. We had endured enough isolation, let's be part of this outdoor fun filled event and lighten our lives and bring some colors to it! Wear white T-shirts. It's a free event for everyone and great chance for community to be part of it.

On June 1, the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department announced they would be closing the Waterfall trail to dogs effective immediately.

The Lyon County Board of County Commissioners took action on the following items at their June 2, 2022 meeting:

A 41-year-old man was arrested Sunday morning for suspicion of felony possession of a stolen vehicle, gross misdemeanor intimidating a peace officer, and eight lesser offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Each June, spouses and children come together to celebrate and thank the fathers and other important men in their lives for all they do on a daily basis. This Father’s Day, consumers across the Silver State are projected to spend a record $322.5 million on clothes, home improvement supplies, electronics and other dad-centric gifts, according to the Retail Association of Nevada.

Instructor Nazanin Arastoo will host a free 5-week workshop starting Tuesday, August 2 through August 30 from 1:00PM – 2:30PM at the Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Job's Peak Room.

Bill Wharton is a local singer/songwriter who has been dazzling the Northern Nevada area with his smooth, soulful vocals for years. Audiences of all ages are drawn to his versatile sound and guitar skills. So if you are looking for a family friendly night out on the town, look no further.

Browse the lineup of classic cars at Empire Ranch Golf Course while enjoying the great sounds of Craig and Teri live on stage. Food and drink specials available.

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