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The Nevada Artists Association Art Gallery has announced the Nevada Day Show, call for artists.

Dayton resident Temma Hammond has worked in the film industry all her life, having first grown up in film studios courtesy of her Hollywood-adjacent parents. Her father was a silent film star and studio owner, and her mother was a writer, director and acting coach.

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa is taking the pledge to Paint Nevada Pink during October by offering guests special promotions to support Nevada Cancer Coalition. Paint Nevada Pink is a statewide campaign that was created by Nevada Cancer Coalition to raise awareness about the importance of breast cancer screening.

Carson City and the Carson City Public Works Department will host a public workshop this Wednesday and again Oct. 9 for options related to funding local and neighborhood roads and roads-related functions in Carson City.

On Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City will host a National Sporting Clays Association Registered Shoot with Registered and Hunter classes.

Registration begins at 9:00am and shooting at 10:00am – 4:30pm. Call (775) 882-9904 for more information. Everyone is invited to come!

Attorneys for Gov. Joe Lombardo have filed a lawsuit appealing the Nevada Commission on Ethics decision to censure and fine the governor for using his Clark County sheriff uniform and badge on the 2022 campaign trail.

As the winter season approaches, Carson City School District’s McKinney-Vento Students in Transition program is in need of new youth coats (boys & girls – all sizes) and new teen/junior sweatshirts and jackets (all sizes) for the winter season. The community-driven initiative aims at ensuring all students have access to warm clothing during the cold months.

The Douglas County Public Elections Office has moved locations. While still located in the Historic Courthouse at 1616 8th St, Minden, the office is now located in a different section of the building. See the attached map for the new location below.

Nevada’s senior population is growing, the percentage of residents aged 65 and older ranges from 10.5 percent to 29.8 percent, according to Truckee Meadows Regional Strategy for Housing Affordability. Many of Nevada’s seniors are faced with harsh realities as their homes age along with them, some homes even becoming unsafe or inaccessible.

A commercial vehicle that struck an overhead sign Monday morning on southbound I-580 between US-50 and Fifth Street has caused traffic disruption throughout the day.

The inaugural Murals and Music Festival brought live musical performances and 22 colorful murals to Carson City this weekend, adding to the capital city’s vibrant arts and culture scene.

Two pieces of Zentangle art and two photos of classes at the Adams Hub.

In this class, you'll learn the basics of the Zentangle Method and walk away with two original pieces of art you create yourself. The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns, one stroke at a time.

You can create beautiful art in an easy and relaxed manner without a long learning curve! All class supplies are included in your course fees.

Beginning Monday, Oct. 2, 2023 and available for one year, Nevada residents can order official license plates or souvenir plates (non-legal license plates for decoration) from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles with the special University sesquicentennial logo.

A 27-year-old woman was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon and misdemeanor harassment, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Carson City Health and Human Services is working with the Carson City School District to ensure the health and safety of students, families, employees and the community. As the flu season approaches and respiratory illnesses proliferate, Carson City is taking proactive steps to protect those at risk.

Dan Thielen has been named the new administrator for the Division of Museums and History, a promotion from his post as director of the Nevada State Railroad Museums.

Carson City and Carson Valley area casinos saw their gaming generated revenue decrease by 1.52 percent in August compared to August 2022 figures, according to a Nevada Gaming Control Board monthly report.

Two people died Sunday after a two-vehicle crash involving a wrong way driver on USA Parkway near Silver Springs, according to Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol Division.

Kit Carson Toastmasters Club, founded Oct. 2, 1957, in Carson City, is marking its 66th anniversary with a special club meeting.

A friend sent me a video entitled, “Nothing but Smiles,” and it was so chockfull of smiles that it brought a tear to my eye. So I thought I might try to recount it here with words that could never do the video justice, but still might bring you, the gentle reader, a smile.

The Sierra Nevada Forums, in partnership with the American Association of University Women and the League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada will host “School Curriculum: How Is It Decided Upon and Implemented?” on Oct. 17 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall in Carson City.

New laws increasing criminal penalties for fentanyl trafficking and stealing catalytic converters are part of the more than 100 bills passed earlier this year that took effect in whole or in part on Sunday.

That subset of the roughly 540 bills signed by Gov. Joe Lombardo after this year’s 120-day legislative session also includes stronger restrictions on pet restraints and changes intended to improve health care for those incarcerated in the state’s prisons.

It was 39 degrees the morning that I write this and 30 degrees expected before the week is out — autumn is definitely here. I shut down my vegetable garden.

Quiet light along the Carson River on the first day of October. Scroll and click on each photo to enlarge.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team arrested two people Friday after a search of a vehicle led to the discovery of 127 grams of methamphetamine, 12 grams of heroin, a Nevada ID forgery lab and several blank identification cards.

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Harvest Moon over the Carson Valley.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Oct. 2-8, 2023. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

For over a decade now, the Annual CHS Football Golf Tournament has been a driving force behind Carson High School's football program. This upcoming event is poised to maintain its tradition of providing vital financial support for the team, covering essentials like equipment, travel expenses, and jerseys.

Save the date for Wednesday, October 11, 2023! The EmployNV Business Hub is hosting the Quad-County Job Fair with employers from Churchill County, Douglas County, City of Carson City, Lyon County, Storey County, and Washoe County.

Thursday October 5 at 7PM, the historic Gold Hill Hotel continues its history lecture series with a slideshow presentation, “Reflections of Bonanza.”

The inaugural three-day Murals & Music Festiva in Carson City continues through this weekend, bringing live musical performances and vibrant, colorful murals to the capital city landscape.

Local, national and international artists will create more than 20 murals live throughout the capital city.

With Halloween coming up in just a few weeks, fall is a great time to dive into the world of Bats: Night Fliers of the Skies, the topic of Family Fun Saturday, Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum.

Event this weekend

CottonSeed Company presents our Annual Vintage and Made Market paired with our Fall Family and Friends Photo Shoot.

The Carson Valley Arts Council will kick off its 2023-2024 Concert Series beginning Oct. 6, bringing diverse music performers from across the country to our local community and schools.

Nearly 700 top all-breed dogs from across the nation will line up for conformation obedience, rally trials and the coveted AKC National Owner-Handled competition this Saturday and Sunday at Fuji Park in Carson City.

The Nevada Supreme Court is hosting a Career & Info Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 201 S. Carson Street where you can learn more about a professional career with the Judicial Branch.

Get an early start on your holiday wish list at the Pre-Christmas Toy Demonstration hosted by the Toysmith at the Nevada State Museum on Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Dema Guinn Concourse.

Come and enjoy another fantastic evening with the Odeon Saloon and hear about Violet Jessop – Titanic Survivor – Queen of sinking ships.

Carson High School (CHS) crowned Anna Turner and Lucas Wold as the 2023 Homecoming Queen and King. A short coronation ceremony was held on the football field during halftime of Friday’s matchup against the Wooster Colts. Additionally, prior to the start of the game, CHS also honored the 2023 Football Hall of Fame inductees.

Funds raised at Tahoe Beach Club's Alpenglow Festival were donated to Clean Up T

Tahoe Beach Club, known for its unparalleled commitment to the Lake Tahoe community and environment, has successfully raised over $52,000 through its "Right Footprint" summer 2023 campaign.

A significant portion, $25,772, was generously donated to Clean Up The Lake for the launch of their innovative Environmental Dive Center (EDC) in Incline Village, NV.

The speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Ron Pardini, PhD, emeritus professor of biochemistry at the University of Nevada-Reno. Dr. Pardini will tell the story of his decades-long quest to find effective nutritional approaches to cancer therapy. The scientific advances that resulted hold great promise for the future of health care.

On September 29, 2023, at approximately 1354 hours, Lyon County Sheriff's Office deputies went to the 200 block of Granada Street in Fernley, Nevada where they located and arrested 30 year old Cory Tyler on a Nevada Parole and Probation warrant.

Plan an arts weekend getaway in the beautiful Carson Valley for Oct. 14 and 15, 2023.

Thirteen studios with 15 artists are featured on the free third annual Carson Valley Art Studio Tour. Meet the artists and learn about their creative process. All artists will have some of their work for sale.

Date Night or Night full of paranormal fun. Plan your Dinner and tour for an exciting and Ghostly deal. Enjoy a 5 star meal at the Crown Point Restaurant. Then join the Northern Nevada Ghost Hunters, a volunteer based organization for a night to remember! The tours run 2 times a night, Every 2nd and 4th Thursday.

Join us for our annual THINK PINK+ Event at Red’s Old 395 Grill. Food, drinks, and fun! Raffle tickets will be available for purchase to win the NEW TOYOTA COROLLA or $15,000 CASH donated by Dick Campagni’s Carson City Toyota that we’ll be raffling off at the end of the night!

Wipe your calendars for the first weekend in October for the 32nd World Championship Outhouse Races, Oct. 7-8 right here on C Street in Virginia City. This free event dates back to when outdoor plumbing was outlawed and our angry residents took to the streets with their outhouses in protest – and the tradition was born. Way to go!

During the 31st Critical Issues Conference—hosted by the Business Council of Douglas County—four local businesses were recognized with the 2023 Spotlight Award. This year’s awards were held September 28 at the new Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline.

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Tuesday 8 Ball BCA Pool League
18 week Summer Pool League Session
Carson City Division August 2023

Week 8 of 18
(1) The Pool Lifeguards 6/2 (win/loss) 1491 pts Games played: 99/45
(2) Ravens 5/3 (win/loss) 1410 pts Games played: 68/76
(3) Concussion Protocol 5/3 (win/loss) 1377 pts Games played: 90/54
(4) 3 Dog Night 4/4 (win/loss) 1373 pts Games played: 84/61
(5) Dirty Dogs 4/4 (win/loss) 1321 pts Games played: 60/84
(6) Unknowns 4/4 (win/loss) 1313 pts Games played: 77/68
(7) Bob's Ball Busters 3/5 (win/loss) 1354 pts Games played: 49/95

Halloween Weekend - Haunted Hills, Mills, & Depots 2023 Edition - a SPOOKTACULAR GHOST TOUR AND HUNT EVENT on the Haunted Comstock, Gold Hill, Virginia City and Silver City, NV.
Friday, October 27th and Saturday, October 28th, 2023 starting at 6:00 PM.

Ed Choklek, President of the local chapter of the St. Vincent de Paul Society (SVDPS), will share his organization’s role in helping those less fortunate in our community with members of the Rotary Club of Carson City at the next club meeting. The public is invited to attend the meeting which takes place Tuesday, October 3rd, at noon, in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom.

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