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The Historic Fourth Ward School Museum in historic Virginia City is pleased to announce the much-anticipated third annual Victorian Tea Party and Historic Fashion Show, scheduled for Mother’s Day weekend on Saturday, May 11, 2024.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit is proud to announce the addition of two new K9 teams. Our latest additions have just completed K9 school and are now deployed to the Patrol Division of the Sheriff’s Office. The addition of these two K9s maintains our service of seven dog teams, as we continue toward our organizational goal of eight K9 teams to provide full-time coverage for the Carson City community.

This Thursday, April 18th beginning at 7pm, it's Open Mic Night at Polecat Tavern. Come on by and play your songs, tell your jokes, recite your poetry, do your magic! Whatever is your bag, show it off!

While waiting in line I always carry along a little Kipling, mainly to call upon this one little snippet to sustain me, “If you can wait and not be tired by waiting.” I do love his epic little poem, “If.” That poem has helped me to maintain my balance on more occasions than I can count.

Lane reductions will take place Fridays through Mondays on U.S. 50 in Dayton beginning Friday, April 19 as the Nevada Department of Transportation replaces concrete barrier rail in the highway median.

The four Douglas County School District board members who have been front and center through controversy since being elected in November 2022 all pulled out of a decision to accept a settlement agreement on a Writ of Mandamus during their meeting last Tuesday.

The 42nd annual Chili on the Comstock returns to heat up Virginia City on Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19. As a qualifier for the International Chili Society World Finals, guests can indulge in a diverse array of chili styles, from spicy to mild and chili verde, all expertly crafted by some of the finest chili cooks in the West.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

This Thursday, April 18th beginning at 7pm, it's Open Mic Night at Polecat Tavern. Come on by and play your songs, tell your jokes, recite your poetry, do your magic! Whatever is your bag, show it off! Audience members are welcome, come and cheer these folks on!

Two were arrested Monday for possession of stolen personal and business checks amounting to more than $555,000, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

EmployNV Career Hub Resume Workshop. Tuesday, April 30, 2024, from 10:00am to 11

EmployNV Resume Workshop will teach you how to prepare a resume that reflects your skills, knowledge, and education! Join us on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, from10am-11am at EmployNV Career Hub,1929 N. Carson St., Carson City, NV. Walk-ins welcome! For more information, call 775-684-0400.

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around the capital city.

Tux: the official Linux mascot

Curious about Linux? Long time user? Join us for the March meeting of the Carson City Linux Users Group. We meet on the third Saturday of each month, and have great information and discussions of interest to any level of experience with Linux.

Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies made four arrests on Monday for warrants and one arrest for alleged possession of drug paraphernalia, according to booking reports.

Back by popular demand, the RunGood Poker Series is returning to Atlantis Casino Resort Spa April 23-28. The six-day series includes a host of guaranteed tournaments and nine ring events, headlined by a $150,000 guaranteed main event.

Common Ground Church Youth Group did volunteer work at Lone Mountain Cemetery in Carson City on Saturday to wrap lilac bushes with wire fencing in order to protect them from deer.

Carson City will be front and center Friday and Saturday, May 17 and 18, when it hosts the 2024 NIAA State Track & Field Championships at the Jim Frank Track Complex at Carson High School. The two-day event will draw more than 1,000 athletes (from four different classifications) and countless fans and spectators from across the state to the capital city.

Photo courtesy of Friend of the Nevada State Railroad Museum

The Carson City Historical Society hosts Adam Michalski, who will present a talk called "The Railroad and Carson City," on Thursday, April 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the Carriage House behind the Foreman-Roberts Historic House located at 1207 Carson Street, Carson City.

Wolves of Yesterday bring their brand of classic rock, to the All Star Bar this Friday night April 19th, starting at 7:00 PM. Their unique blend of vocal harmonies allows them to cover bands such as Journey, Foreigner and more.

Carson City Community Development Director Hope Sullivan encourages all residents, business owners, and visitors to participate in the Land Use Master Plan Update Virtual Meeting on Thursday, April 18, at 5 p.m. More information about access to the meeting can be found at envisioncarsoncity.org.

LIVE at Polecat Tavern this Friday, April 19th, starting at 7pm, It's Keith Alan Barnett. You know his single "No Place to Fall" and his album "Three Days out of Gerlach". Now you can see and hear him live in the intimate seating of Polecat Tavern.

Canyon White at Polecat Tavern on April 20th, 2024 beginning at 7pm.
Rocking...Soulful Music... from the heart...Voted RN&R 2015, 2016, 2017 Best Songwriter/Musician.

Sand Harbor State Park will be the place to be Earth Day, April 22, for the inaugural "Shoreline Sweep" clean up event celebrating Lake Tahoe.

Are you passionate about nurturing young talent and building a strong foundation for the future of high school baseball? Look no further than the Carson Blue Jays C Team! Comprised of middle school players, this team is not just about winning games; it's about fostering a love for the game and instilling essential skills and values that will benefit these players on and off the field.

Carson City's Cinco de Mayo Celebración 2024 will be a 3-day celebration of Mexican culture for all the Northern Nevada region to enjoy.

CARSON CITY — With major roadway improvements taking place across the region, the Nevada Department of Transportation, Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol and Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County are reminding motorists to drive safely in road work zones, including during National Work Zone Awareness Week held April 15-19.

The Lyon County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help in locating a missing, endangered woman who was last in contact with family on March 21.

Genevieve Frederick, founder and president of Feeding Pets of the Homeless will be the featured speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting.

A 44-year-old man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony eluding, misdemeanor reckless driving and DUI following a vehicle pursuit, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Clear Creek Bowmen will be hosting Tuesday Night Shoots from now until August at the Carson City Archery Range, located (just East of Eagle Valley Golf Course.

Carson High School World History, Global Issues Teacher Nicole Fagundes has been selected as a delegate to participate in a geography education conference and field study in South Korea during June 2024.

A locally produced radio program "A Masterclass for Master Plans" featured on KNVC 95.1 FM Carson City Community Radio will feature Carson City City Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ronni Hannaman this Friday, April 19 at noon.

Back to back meetings in Spanish will take place this Tuesday and Wednesday, April 16-17, as part of the ongoing parent night series hosted by Carson City Juvenile Services.

My friend Roni and I were discussing an upcoming heavy pruning on her pine trees, which are growing into power lines.

Dr. Amy Ghilieri is a tenured faculty member at Western Nevada College. Her research specializes in 16th century printed books about witchcraft.

Michael Smith, a native Mississippian, received his Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Rust College, Holly Springs, MS. and a Master’s degree from the University of Mississippi in Educational Administration, and Supervision.

Editor’s Note: This story is a collaboration between The Nevada Independent and Carson Now.

In May 2021, Tony Stephenson filed an open meeting law complaint against the Lyon County Commission, alleging that the board violated the state’s bedrock open government law by not fully disclosing the legislation it planned to lobby against ahead of commission meetings.

The Carson City Intuitive Center is a branch of the Reno Psychic Institute. We are a safe place to explore your psychic abilities without having to go to Reno. Carson City Intuitive Center offers classes, healings, workshops and readings right here in Carson City!

Electronic Benefits Transfer skimming and cloning is a nationwide problem that is rapidly growing, and the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services encourages Nevadans to safeguard their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits from theft.

It is an annual summer occurrence, tens of thousands of people heading to Lake Tahoe in search of beaches to enjoy for tanning, swimming and hanging out with friends. If parking and traffic are indications of the popularity of these activities, the stretch of US-50 at Zephyr Cove is a hot spot.

The parking lot at Friends in Service Helping, also known as FISH, in Carson City will be closed Monday, April 15, for resurfacing. All FISH services will remain open during regular business hours.

Yesterday my family participated in the opening ceremonies for Carson City Little League.

It was a beautiful April morning. Warm and friendly outdoors. Warm and friendly families coming out to celebrate the excitement and support and hope for the best season yet. It was… happy.

Local law enforcement agencies are joining forces with the U.S. Marshals Service to crack down on outstanding warrants.
High-profile cases, like sex offenders or violent felonies like robbery, home invasion and burglary will be handled by the U.S. Marshal Violent Task Force.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently announced new drinking water standards to protect communities from exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as ‘forever chemicals.’ This critical rule represents a significant step forward in protecting public health and the environment from the potential risks associated with PFAS contamination.

Here is the Carson City road report for the week of April 15-21, 2024. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo announced Friday the appointment of Joseph Filippi as Executive Director of the Patient Protection Commission.

“I am proud that Mr. Filippi has accepted the position to lead our Patient Protection Commission,” said Gov. Lombardo. “His understanding of State government, leadership and support of the Department of Health and Human Services will be an asset as he steps into this new role.”

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Devan Doan, one of five primary candidates for Mayor of Carson City. Since graduating from UNR in 2014, Devan has made his mark in the renewable energy industry. Early voting for the June 11 primary starts on May 25th and will run through Friday, June 7th. The primary's top two will go on to the November 5th general election.

As of 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon, around 500 Carson City residents are without power according to NV Energy.

There are multiple outage points, the causes of which are under investigation.

Responding to calls for service in a timely, safe and professional manner remain a focus of the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office. One of our 2023 Goals, and continuing goals into 2024 was to reduce response times, then sustain the lower response times. As the first quarter of the year completed, we have met both of those goals.

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