As ballots continue to be processed from last Tuesday's primary election, some Carson City seats are cinched while others are becoming closer by the day.

In order to avoid going to the general election, a candidate must receive 50 percent of the vote plus one. The election will officially be certified during the Carson City Board of Supervisors Canvass of the Vote happening Friday, June 21. It is unclear at this time how many ballots are left to be counted.

A 66-year-old man was arrested for suspicion of DUI and felony eluding after leading Carson City Sheriff's officers in a brief pursuit Saturday that ended when a sergeant rammed the suspect vehicle to get it to stop.

Western Nevada College grad Krysta Palmer will attempt to qualify for the Summer Olympics for the second time this week during the U.S. Olympic Diving Trials in Knoxville, Tenn. The 2021 Olympic bronze medalist will compete in the 3-meter synchro springboard diving competition today, Monday, and the 3-meter springboard diving event Thursday and Saturday.

The Mile High Jazz Band Association's annual membership meeting and end-of-the-fiscal-year party will be on Sunday, June 30, at 6:00 p.m., at the Carson City Historical Society’s Carriage House, behind the Foreman-Roberts House Museum, 1207 N. Carson Street, Carson City.

While staying at the enchanting Renaissance recently, I had a view of the Truckee River, and a half dozen homeless folks dwelling there on her silent shores. They pretty much kept to themselves until a gregarious gentleman came along with something to eat that he passed out to one after another until they were all up and around on the riverbank, bargaining and trading with what little they had to offer. This was quite possibly their main meal for the day, and they were exhibiting great gladness in celebrating it.

The Class of 2024 was celebrated two weeks ago with a free all-night party hosted by Carson High Safe Grad. This event is only made possible because of the generosity of volunteered time and donated resources made available by the following individuals and organizations (businesses marked by an asterisk).

Going with the theme Intentional Camera Movement, also known as "ICM" in photog nomenclature, local shooters put their camera lenses to the test, producing a number of award-winning pictures for this month's Carson City Photo Club competition.

On June 6, 2020, Carson City Assistant Sheriff Daniel Gonzales graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA. In a release provided by the FBI, 201 law enforcement officers graduated from the FBI National Academy.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of June 17-23, 2024. Closures and lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called early Saturday evening to a vehicle that reportedly crashed into the garage of a residence in the 3700 block of Woodside Drive.

The Jazz & Beyond festival committee announces that the winner of the 2024 poster and program cover art contest is Carol Foldvary-Anderson. Her design, "More Than Just Jazz!" was selected from six entries to highlight the 21st annual Carson City music festival.

Sierra Nevada Realtors on Monday released its May 2024 report on existing home sales in Washoe, Storey, Lyon, Douglas, and Churchill counties, along with Carson City.

The annual Stewart Father's Day Powwow at the former Stewart Indian Boarding School Campus in Carson City is underway, continuing through Sunday.

We have a winner! Dragon Crown Books is pleased to announce that Carson City author Michael K. Falciani is the winner of the inaugural ACES High Award for outstanding contribution to The ACES Anthology 2023.

UPDATE 6/25/24: The ribbon cutting is being rescheduled. We will update with a new date when it is announced. Applications are still open at this time.

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After several years of set backs due to the economy, the Sierra Flats Affordable Housing project is finally opening with a ribbon cutting July 9, providing 80 new rent controlled units to the capital city.

There are two portions of the project, a building for seniors and a building for family and workforce housing, each containing 40 units.

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Rick Nugent on May 12, 2024. Rick was the life of the party, always quick with his "one liners", and a truly remarkable husband and friend. His presence will be sorely missed.

Please join us in celebrating Rick's life on June 15th at 1pm at 194 E. Garden Gateway. Let us come together to remember his infectious laughter and the joy he brought to our lives.

In honor of Rick, let us embrace PEACE, LOVE, and Hair Grease, just as he would have wanted.

Learn the basics of improv and play games. Free to the public. Questions? Email ppicommunitytheater@gmail.com

Brewery Arts Center - East Building - Grand Ballroom
449 W KING ST
CARSON CITY, NV

Today is the last day of school, which brings on High School graduation across Lyon County. The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office congratulates all of those that are graduating today, and wishes them the best as they enter the workforce, go off to college, join the military or any other adventure they choose to embark on.

Join UNR Extension Master Gardeners from Carson City to celebrate Pollinators with Bee City Carson City.

Go for a plant walk with the Master Gardeners on the trails behind Greenhouse Project Foothill Garden.

Pick up a pollinator habitat kit.

Bring a friend.

Free

Douglas County is pleased to announce important updates to parking regulations and options for visitors and residents enjoying Zephyr Cove Beach at Lake Tahoe this summer.

For the first time, "No Parking" signs will line both sides of Highway 50 in each direction from the new stoplight installed by the Nevada Department of Transportation at Warrior Way.

A sixteen-year-old Carson City resident is in custody following a gas station robbery Thursday night.

According to Sheriff Ken Furlong, the robbery occurred at an ExtraMile convenience store and involved a knife.

This Saturday June 15, women's hum'ndrum circle will be in the shade at a park, 10:00-11:30 am. (NOT at Dark Willow Emporium until next time.)
Please RSVP for directions (facebook DM, or humndrum@protonmail.com).
Learn two invigorating Native American rhythm/songs for Eagle, in honor of the support and wisdom of fathers, with special appreciation for Mike Epps.
Get inspired for the powwow!
Bring drum (if available), folding chair and water. All ages, accompanied children through seniors, and all levels of experience or none, are welcome.

A concert by The Sierra Sweethearts, a Chautauqua of Laura D. Fair, and local author Gregory Crouch are featured as part of the Dangberg Summer Festival in June.

Grab your blankets and your low-backed chairs and join us for the 4th annual A Night in Genoa Benefit Concert! It will be a night of great music, great food, and great fun all in support of a great cause! The event will be held at the Genoa Town Park on Saturday, July 13, 2024 kicking off at 6pm.