There’s more to a Steller’s Jay than we know. My pet Jay, Huckleberry, has demonstrated over the past two days, two distinct emotions I didn’t know he, or any bird had.

Judging was held Sunday for Casino Fandango's annual Rockin' Ribfest. The winner of first place Best Ribs went to Austin's Texas Lightning BBQ, owned by Tom and Nikki Ferguson. The People's Choice award and Best Sauce went to Git-R-Smoked Catering.

Carson City area casinos saw April gaming revenue increase 2.23 percent compared to April 2021 figures, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board's latest monthly report.

Come and join Westwall Militaria Antiques and Collectibles at 412 N. Curry Street from 11 AM-4:00PM for free hot dogs and lemonade to honor those who fought and gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We're also giving a 10% discount to our community and 20% to current and past military members.

UPDATE: Highway 50 at Dayton Hill is open with no restrictions. No injuries were reported, only property damage, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.
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Central Lyon Fire and the Lyon County Sheriff's Office responded Sunday afternoon to a vehicle crash on Highway 50 and Dayton Hill. The crash happened in the westbound lane. Injuries are unknown at this time. Motorists can expect delays.

Last week I wrote about bees and pollinators to get ready for Pollinator Month in June. Gillian Kerr, long-time beekeeper, and Linda Groves, master beekeeper answered more of my questions about beekeeping.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 30 through June 5, 2022. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

The Capital City’s military police element – the 137th Military Police Detachment – is set to become the Nevada Army Guard’s next unit to support an international mission.

About three dozen of the unit’s military policemen and women are set to deploy to Romania this summer and support European Command.

The Soldiers are set to perform law and order missions on an Army base located in Romania. Law and order missions on the base will include: force protection, physical security and anti-terrorism measures.

UPDATE 4:14 p.m. the man has, thankfully, agreed to come down safely. First responders are with him now. The freeway will reopen shortly.

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Nevada State Police NHP Troopers have been called to shut down traffic on I-580 near Fairview and Koontz due to a potential suicide threat.

A man is reportedly standing on the Koontz overpass threatening to jump. First responders are on scene with him.

Great Basin Brewing Company opened its newest location in Carson City today at 11 a.m. in what was previously the Union.

You won't want to miss this fun, fashionable fundraiser hosted by Carson City's Sierra Academy of Style.

The fundraiser will be a fashion show called "A Musical Journey."

Dozens came out in force Friday to Lone Mountain Cemetery to honor fallen service members.

The Carson Farmers Market is kicking off the summer of 2022 with the best place to get the freshest produce, honey, baked goods, jams, and artisan goods in Carson City.

The Farmers Market will begin this Saturday, June 4 and runs every Saturday through the first weekend in October from 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

WNC’s 2022 Jump Start graduating class of 110 students represents 10 high schools and two academies. Many of these same students will graduate from their respective high schools this week.

Happy Friday, Carson Now readers, and happy Memorial Day Weekend! As we gear up for the three day weekend ahead, let's see what events await us throughout the Carson City region, and beyond.

The Annual Stewart Father’s Day Powwow was canceled last year due to COVID-19, but is returning this year along with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of the Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum.

The annual powwow is free and open to the public, and includes food vendors, competition dancing, arts and crafts vendors, and dry camping.

CARSON CITY — The 2022 Primary Election is just around the corner and so is the summer weather. As the days get warmer, more organized events will take place at Mills Park, including voting, that may make for crowded parking areas during polling hours.

Beginning Friday, May 27, Sand Harbor at Lake Tahoe will open at 7 a.m. to help ease traffic congestion on Highway 28. Visitors are advised to arrive at or after opening time. There is limited space to wait for the park to open. Vehicles parked on the shoulder or blocking the highway may receive a citation.

Creativity and talent abound in the Capital City Arts Initiative’s "Fresh Outlook 2022" exhibition happening in Carson City.

UPDATE 4:18PM: According to Carson City Fire Chief Sean Slamon, there was an electrical short that burned a small section of insulation on the fire truck, which is now at the fleet division where they are investigating the cause of the short. Damage appears to be very minor.

Hello fellow anglers. Happy Memorial weekend. Let's all slow down and make sure we get to our designations safely. There will be a lot of people out on the road the next few days with the same idea. Relaxation and fun in the sun, with a lot of fishing on the side.

CARSON CITY — Fourteen Carson High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) recently attended and participated at the State Business Leadership Conference in Reno, where they walked away with 26 top 10 finishes in business career related events. Out of those 26 awards, nine students placed in the top four, which qualified them to participate at Nationals in Chicago, Ill., June 28 to July 3.

United Construction Company, a best-in-class general contractor and design-builder serving both Northern and Southern Nevada industrial and commercial markets, announces Sarah Schmidt as their new Manager of Employee Retention and Development, a newly-created position at the company. The promotion went into effect on Wednesday, June 1, as she receives her Associate Professional in Human Resources certification.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help identifying two suspects involved in a vehicle burglary and credit card fraud that happened Saturday, May 21. The victim’s vehicle was broken into while she was away for a hike in the Spooner Summit area.