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Happy Wednesday, Carson City, and say hello to Sugar.

The Carson City Clerk’s office is having an “I Voted” sticker design contest, with the winning design to be featured in the upcoming elections in 2024, beginning with the Presidential Preference Primary, which will start with early voting at the end of January.

Carson Tahoe Hospital Auxiliary is hosting the annual V&T Wine Train Trip on Saturday, May 6, 2023. The ticket cost is $75 per person and incudes a trip on the V&T Railroad from Carson City to Virginia City with wine, crackers, cheese, soda and water served.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called at around 12:15 p.m. Wednesday to a crash involving two vehicles in the area of northbound I-580 near the southbound US-50 East off-ramp.

Greater Nevada Credit Union recently announced Jen Treadway as its Senior Vice President of People and Culture. With a 20-year career in people operations, Treadway is experienced in talent management, training, employee experience, human relations, and organizational development.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called to a two-vehicle crash late Wednesday morning in the 4500 block of North Carson Street near I-580.

Great live music this week at Bank Saloon on the corner of Carson and Fifth streets in Carson City.

The next Carson City School District School Board meeting will take place Tuesday, April 11 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Robert ‘Bob’ Crowell Board Room within the Carson City Community Center.

A 42-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for a felony warrant alleging robbery, extortion, unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, stalking and harassment, according to a Cason City Sheriff's Office booking report.

CARSON CITY – Nevadans with a complaint against a car dealer, garage or other businesses licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles can now file their complaint online as part of a completely new case management system for the DMV’s law enforcement arm. The new system also marks a milestone in the four-year Department Transformation Effort.

The Board of Directors of Nevada State Prison Preservation Society are proud to release Tour Tickets for the month of July and August 2023. We have four start times available. The start times are 9 a.m. 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon.

Carson Animal Services Initiative (CASI) will be hosting our annual Bark Whine & Dine fundraiser on April 22 at Casino Fandango, 6 - 9:30 pm.

The evening will feature a delicious Italian buffet, music by Ten Dollar Pony, and both live and silent auctions, all to benefit pets in need. CASI is dedicated to reducing animal suffering through outreach that includes Critter Fixer, the low cost spay/neuter voucher program for low-income pet owners.

Kiwanis Club of Carson Valley invites you for an evening of fun at our 3rd annual Spring into Wine event. It will be held on Saturday April 22, 2023 at the Genoa Lakes Country Club/Supper Club from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. Cost is $70 per person for the general admission wine event.

Come help the Carson Victory Rollers fundraise to help get to the C-Squads Tournament in Angels Camp, Calif. We will be serving chili, cornbread, and chili dogs. $25 for a meal, one soft drink, and one raffle ticket.

$10 for kids 12 and under equals a meal and soft drink. Additional tickets may be purchased at the event as well. We’ll have lots of prizes to win and lots of junk to sort through. Find some treasures to take home, have some chili, and help your favorite local roller derby team achieve a goal they’ve been working so hard for!

On Sunday April 9 at 1 p.m., Sorenson’s Resort (formerly Wylder Hotel) in Hope Valley, continues its Eastern Sierra History series with a Chautauqua performance “There It Is, Take It!”

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Tuesday afternoon to a crash involving two vehicles off Highway 50 East near Pick-n-Pull.

The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile will be in Carson City April 17-21, providing affordable dental care for Carson City area children.

After numerous discussions and the revision of dog codes inside Carson City parks, Mills Park has now officially become a dog-friendly zone — so long as Fido and Spot remain on leash.

The change comes after many years-worth of issues regarding citizens bringing dogs into Mills Park, which, until the recent revision, was unauthorized.

Douglas County’s Corley Ranch is a working ranch and farm that has often been the destination for fall festival fun, including everything from pumpkin patches to corn mazes, goat feeding to pig races, and everything in between.

Now, however, a new event will be coming to the ranch in early summer with the Back Country Music Festival on June 2-4.

Two were arrested Sunday for felony drug possession and other offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

More than 65 students 7th–12th Grade from Carson City and surrounding county area schools participated in the Fleet Reserve Association Annual Essay Contest entitled, “What The United States Flag Stands For.” The essays were read and reviewed by a panel of the Branch and Auxiliary Members for content, structure, theme, legibility and personal style. Winners were then chosen from each grade level.

Starting on Earth Day, Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Northern Nevada-based Redwood Materials, Inc. will offer consumers a convenient way to recycle rechargeable devices or lithium-ion batteries. Participating Volkswagen dealerships will offer Redwood bins for easy and safe drop off of rechargeable batteries and consumer devices, including cell phones, laptops, tablets, cordless power tools, electric toothbrushes, wireless headphones, and old vacuum batteries.

Carson City School District will host a Career Fair at the district office, 1402 West King Street, Thursday, April 13, from 2-4 p.m. Positions are open immediately and include entry level, part-time and full-time.

Gov. Joe Lombardo and the Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation and Technology announced the start of the High Speed Nevada Connectivity Outreach and Engagement Tour.

The last concert in CVAC’s 2022-2023 Concert Series will feature music from Don Gato’s Latin Band on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the CVIC Hall in Minden.

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development approved four companies that will receive $4,922,336 in tax abatements. In return, these companies are projected to create 85 jobs in the next two years at an average weighted hourly wage of $28.89. That figure is expected to grow to 134 in five years.

If you are on the search for something to get you out on the town, look no further. Bella Vita is the place to be. They offer a scrumptious menu, always friendly service with a smile, and some of the best specialty drinks in town. All this, combined with some of the best entertainment this valley has to offer, you are sure to walk away with a satisfied dining experience.

Carson City Supervisor Lisa Schuette will be hosting ‘Coffee with Lisa’ from 7-8 am on Wednesday, April 12 at The Cracker Box, 402 E. William St. Lisa invites the public to share thoughts, ask questions, and discuss concerns and ideas.

A 21-year-old man was booked March 31 for suspicion of felony extortion and misdemeanor assault following an incident involving $30 owed in a marijuana sale, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

CAMPO Public Participation Survey Flyer

Carson Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) is the agency responsible for short- and long-range transportation planning in Carson City, northern Douglas County, and western Lyon County (see map for CAMPO boundaries).

Middle school wrestlers from northern Nevada gathered at Pershing County High School in Lovelock Saturday, March 25, for the 2023 Tah-Nevada Middle School Wrestling Championship Tournament. In total, there were 261 wrestlers representing 17 schools, from White Pine County to Truckee, Calif. Carson Middle School and Eagle Valley Middle School sent 10 and 14 wrestlers respectively, representing Carson City Schools.

In recognition of those who have received life-saving transplants and in honor of both living and deceased donors, Donor Network West lights the iconic Reno Arch blue and green every April during Donate Life Month. The Arch turned blue and green Saturday, April 1, during a special ceremony and will remain blue and green the entire month.

Elko County Board of Commissioners will have Hindu invocation in its April five meeting, said to be the first Hindu prayer since its creation in 1869, containing hymns from world’s oldest extant scripture.

From April 3 through April 20, 2023, Nevada’s law enforcement agencies throughout the state will be Joining Forces and citing distracted drivers. Nevada law clearly states that any use of a handheld electronic device — cell phone, mp3 player, GPS device, etc. — while driving is illegal. Nevada’s ban on handheld devices while driving went into effect January 1, 2012, and law enforcement continues to spot and cite offenders every day.

Silver Hills Church Logo, sunset with mountains

Carson City Community, You are invited to join us for a Easter Morning Service, April 9, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Silver Hills Church 4555 S. Edmonds Drive, Carson City.

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Calen Evans, President of the Washoe Education Association (WEA). He will present a teacher perspective on which proposals currently being considered by the 82nd Session support public education, and which do not.

I don’t pretend to know the secrets of a good public talk myself, but I have been in the company of good public talkers for many years and have learned a good deal from them. Here is a little of what I have learned.

On Saturday at 4:15 p.m. an armed robbery was reported at the CVS Pharmacy, located in the 3200 block of Highway 50 East in Carson City. The caller stated two male adults entered the store, wearing ski masks, and were armed with a handgun.

In March of 2023, Youth Theatre Carson City’s Showstoppers show choir traveled to Southern California to compete in the Musical Theatre Competitions of America 2023, a national competition against 36 teams representing 19 states and 3 countries and learning from some of Broadway’s biggest and brightest stars.

Gusty winds will arrive Sunday afternoon as a storm system moves into the region, bringing gusty winds, snow to the Sierra and rain with the possibility of snow showers along the lower valleys by early Monday morning.

This month's Polkadot Powerhouse meeting has been changed to LA Capital Cafe! Join our amazing group of women for our lunch meeting! Come network, celebrate, collaborate and get your dose of positivity!

1865 Schoolhouse in Dayton

Do you want to know the historic town of Dayton’s best kept secrets? Visit the Dayton Museum at the town’s 1865 schoolhouse at 135 Shady Lane to discover the culture, the tools used by the pioneers, their lifestyles and names of many who settled in Dayton 174 years ago.

CARSON CITY — The Public Health Emergency declared during the COVID-19 pandemic came to an end on March 31, 2023, which means current Medicaid enrollees will no longer be automatically renewed for benefits. Medicaid recipients will now need to have their eligibility redetermined to see if they still qualify for Medicaid coverage.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of April 3-9, 2023. Closures are expected at the following locations, weather permitting, due to road and utility work:

Beginning April 3 and continuing through April 28, 2023, the Carson City Water Division will start and test wells in anticipation of increased water demand. In a systematic approach to improve water quality, the Water Division may be flushing the water mains in the following areas:

Monday Night Bingo in Dayton

Looking for a fun evening out? Come join us for Bingo!

Bingo is played on Mondays from 6-9 PM at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street in Old Town Dayton. Doors open at 5 PM. Free coffee is available and you are welcome to bring your own snacks.

Game packs are $10 and include the 3 warm-up games, 8 regular games, and the Double Action Blackout. Other games include:

  • FREE Stand-up/Last Man Standing Bingo
  • Progressive Special Bingo
  • Bonanza Blackout
  • Fun Tabs
  • FREE Raffle Door Prize Drawings

Vehicle update: A dark colored sedan possibly a Honda or Toyota with a white sticker in the lower left hand side of the back window. Possible California plate, could also be a speciality license plate that is mostly white. Potentially four individuals including two suspects in the car.

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Suspects possibly headed westbound on Carmine. However another witness said possibly northbound Airport and Champion.

Suspects are potentially in a black Nissan or a white Honda sedan. Both vehicles have California license plates.

The Nevada Dental Association is proud to announce it has reached over 100 member dentists volunteering for the Adopt-A-Vet Dental Program. The Adopt-A-Vet Dental Program recruits Nevada dentists and specialists in local communities to provide services to veterans in-need free-of-charge. Since 2010, Adopt-A-Vet Dental Program’s volunteer dentists have provided dental care to more than 1,500 veterans totaling more than eight-million dollars in donated treatment.

Finally, a sunny day! At least somewhat; wine walkers took to the streets Saturday for the April Wine Walk in Carson City. With temperatures in the mid-50s, the occasional cloud won’t ruin their day.

Wine walk continues through 5 p.m. Saturday.

Interested in experiencing the thrill of flight in a single engine aircraft? The Carson City EAA Chapter 403 is hosting another Young Eagles event at the Carson City Airport.

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