The excitement and pageantry of Hot August Nights is returning to Atlantis Casino Resort Spa Monday, July 31 through Saturday, August 5 with a revved-up $65,000 celebration jam packed with classic car events, live entertainment and fun promotions.

Back-to-school season is upon us, and Browsers Corner Book Store, powered by Friends of the Carson City Library, is excited to make a difference in the lives of children in need.

The Douglas County School Board of Trustees voted 4-3 in a contentious meeting to fire current legal counsel, who has served the district for over 20 years, in favor of controversial Reno-based attorney Joey Gilbert, who has no background in educational law and will cost significantly more money. This was due to current counsel allegedly not supporting the board's proposed move to ban transgender students from engaging in sports according to Board President Susan Jansen.

Gilbert stated that while he is not an expert, he will hire other outside law firms — including the firm the board chose to fire — who are experts in the educational field of law.

The Carson City Historical Society announces a free Carson City Historical Society East Side Tour on Saturday, July 29, 2023, starting at 10 a.m. This will be similar to the tour that was offered June 24.

All are invited to come along with Donna McLaren and Bernie Allen for a walk through the historic east side of town. This is your opportunity to learn about the Virginia & Truckee Railroad and Depot, the Armory, Carson City's Chinatown, and other stops along the way.

Carson City Health & Human Services will be hosting Back to School Vaccination clinics at their clinic located at 900 E. Long Street.

The Carson City School District and the School Board of Trustees have taken a significant step in recognizing the hard work and dedication of its educators and education support professionals by approving pay increases this year and next year. The decision was reached during the July 25 school board meeting and is set to take effect fiscal year 2024 with retro pay going back to the time of the approval.

Jeanne and Jose Ramirez present Ron Bartowski President of Kiwanis of Sierra Nevada a check for $2,305.00. The check represents all money brought in from the recent yard sale.

Yard sale items were donated from KSN members.

Carson City Sheriff's Office is investigating a porch theft case in which the suspect allegedly stole a package containing $680 worth of fitness apparel.

Historic Virginia City rumbles with 400 classic cars this weekend, Friday, July 28 and Saturday, July 29, as Hot August Nights kicks off its 36th year.

UPDATE: The Virginia Truckee Railroad in Virginia City invites you to step aboard the enchanting Marilyn Murder Mystery Train on Saturday, August 12 and immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of a bygone era. Inspired by the timeless beauty of old Hollywood, this one-of-a-kind experience will transport you back to the golden age of movies and mayhem!

The Carson City Planning Commission has scheduled a meeting on Wednesday, July 26 beginning at 5 p.m. at the Community Center’s Robert 'Bob' Crowell Board Room.

The main item of discussion is about the Black Stone Ranch zoning plan.

A 24-year-old Carson City man, Damien Wallace, was arrested in the area of Colorado St. and Blue Haven Ln. following a road rage incident that led to felony crimes.

According to the arrest report, the reporting party stated she had been traveling with her two minor children through Washoe Valley when she came up behind a vehicle traveling at a slower speed.

In light of the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation would like to remind the public of resources available year-round to those who have a disability.

Local Food Group is excited to bring Great Basin Brewing Company to the community of Minden, Nevada – opening in the Fall of 2023. Inside, customers will find their award-winning craft beer, food and Park Ranch Meats – a gourmet food and butcher shop.

This space will be a gathering place for the entire community with a spacious outdoor patio featuring expansive views of the Sierra mountains, a fire pit, outdoor games, and a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere.

On Thursday, July 27 at 10 a.m., there will be a free interpretative hike to explore and learn more about the local flowers at Carson Pass Information Station. We are located at the Carson Pass on Highway 88. We encourage people to call to reserve a spot, 209-258-8606. You can just show up on the July 27 at 10, but we are limited to 12 spaces. Please join us for a lovely walk to Frog Lake and beyond.

CARSON CITY — In light of the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation would like to remind the public of resources available year-round to those who have a disability.

Students and employees returning to Carson High School in Carson City for the first day of school Monday, August 14, 2023, will notice a complete facelift of their school’s exterior.

As Medicare appropriations continue to increase, policymakers have been focused on ideas to reduce costs while preserving access to care for beneficiaries. Expanding site-neutral payment in Medicare has become the most popular and effective solution, with the introduction of several bills and discussion drafts seeking to fix the Medicare billing structure that allows hospitals to charge higher rates than independently-owned practices.

Two men were arrested Sunday for suspicion of felony burglary and home invasion, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

It was a special evening Friday at the Lake of the Sky Amphitheater at Taylor Creek near South Lake Tahoe. For nearly 35 years, McAvoy Lane has been performing as Mark Twain at the theater, and Friday was to be his final performance.

Brilliant orange color fills the sky Sunday evening over Carson City.

The Carson City Historical Society is asking the public for volunteers to help give tours of the famous Foreman-Roberts House in Carson City on Sunday afternoons.

The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit has announced that selections have been made for the Granger-Thye Concession special use permits for Camp Richardson, Meeks Bay, and Zephyr Cove resorts. Issuance of new special use permits are subject to a 45-day appeal period.

Carson Tahoe Transitional Rehabilitation Center, which specializes in short-term, transitional care that bridges the gap between hospital and home, recently expanded its services to offer outpatient therapy.