MINDEN — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is preparing for the upcoming Carson Valley Days Celebration weekend Friday, June 10, 2022 through Sunday, June 12, 2022. Due to the high volume of traffic within the Minden/Gardnerville town areas please use extra precautions when travelling through the towns. If you need to travel across town prior to the parade, please plan ahead.

UPDATE 4PM: The brush fire in a field off of North Carson Street near Medical Parkway and I-580 has been knocked down and is in mop up phase. No structures were damaged however a fence was burned. The fire is estimated to be around 1/3 of an acre, said Carson City Fire Department Battalion Chief Micah Horton. The cause is under investigation.
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Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Sunday afternoon to a brush fire in the 4500 block of North Carson Street near the I-580 freeway.

I’ve always known my lawn was less than perfect. Now, after reading a fascinating article the other day, I find out that I have actually created a modified tapestry lawn! In the age of trying to live more sustainably, especially in the face of severe drought, the perfect manicured lawn is not environmentally sensitive or practical.

The Western Nevada College Tech Express Mobile Training Lab provides industry-specific training for Northern Nevada manufacturers and businesses, bringing state-of-the-art training and equipment to students and employers in rural areas.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of June 6-12, 2022. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

This summer there will be two concerts for all ages in Dayton with Carlos Ocampo and Julie Lozada Ocampo of Kantu Inka.

The duo brings Peruvian culture alive with music and an introduction to traditional instruments of the Andes such as zampoñas, quenas, charangos, bombos, and chacchas. Both concerts are free and open to all.

Nevada plans to divest tens of millions of dollars away from businesses involved in the manufacture or sale of assault weapons.

Treasurer Zach Conine made the announcement Thursday morning, and in an interview with The Nevada Independent, said the instruction to divest from those companies will apply to an estimated $89 million out of the $49 billion investment portfolio managed by the treasurer’s office.

Looking for some great deals on pet items? We’ve got you covered! Nevada Humane Society has tons of great items for your furry friends at our Carson City yard sale happening June 18. We can help you find a bargain on much needed pet items.

The yard sale is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Carson City Shelter, 549 Airport Road, Carson City.

A 34-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of N. Stewart St. and Burton for grand larceny and drug possession after allegedly stealing a pallet jack to move a shrink-wrapped piano on the side of the road.

David John and the Comstock Cowboys will perform at TJ’s Corral in Minden on Friday July 29th, 2022 at 7:00 pm.

The Comstock Cowboys enjoy great success in our region and remind audiences of the cowboy values that created the west.

Music over the last several decades has changed so often, one can’t be sure what’s “in” or “not” at any moment. David John and the Comstock Cowboy’s choose not to travel that crowded highway where music is destined to change at the whim of each generation. Instead, these artists have built their sound on a more solid foundation.

A live musical event will take place June 11 featuring a talented Johnny Cash tribute band from Reno.

The City Of Reno Proclaims Never Give Up Day

Truly a “Tom Cat”, Gentle Ben was living on the streets in Northern California with his homeless owner. Animal Control captured him and placed him in a small steel cage at a high kill shelter. He was too scared to eat and wouldn’t interact with any of the staff. He was quickly placed on the euthanasia list.

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Shannon McDaniel, a licensed professional engineer and water rights surveyor who is currently a candidate for Nevada State Assembly, District 40. Having no primary opposition on the Democatic side, she will advance to the November 8th general election, where she will face off against the winner of the Republican primary between incumbent P.K. O'Neill and challenger Gary Schmidt.

A 38-year-old Carson City woman was arrested twice in one day for two separate incidents of domestic battery against her boyfriend.

Join Pura Vida Sierras Art for a fun and relaxing evening folding and dyeing functional art. Kitchen towels, dog bandanas, and more can become artwork for your home or gifts. This class is for beginners and those simply interested in exploring or having fun in a historic property with friends and neighbors.

$45/person includes supplies for 3 items and one signature cocktail. Additional blank items available for purchase on site.

Two summertime open-air markets will begin tomorrow, Saturday June 4 in Carson City: the annual Carson City Farmer's Market, and the inaugural year for the Vintage Market.

The 2022 Primary Election is underway and so is the summer weather. As the days get warmer, more organized events will take place at Mills Park, including voting, that may make for crowded parking areas during polling hours.

After renting a 2-seater UTV from the friendly and helpful folks at BattleBorn Power Sports (https://www.battlebornpowersports.com/) my son and I ventured up to the top of Hot Springs Mountain for a spectacular view of the valley below and the Sierras behind.

In his valedictory address at the Western Nevada College graduation inside Northern Nevada Correctional Center, Shane Johnson encouraged his fellow graduates to consider their time behind bars more than “just a waste of time.”

Friends and neighbors of all ages are invited to Food Truck Wednesday at Mountain Lakes Estates, located at 765 South Meadows Parkway in Reno, on June 15, noon-2 p.m. This month, Mountain Lakes is hosting one of Reno's favorite food trucks, Codfather Burgers and Sandwiches.

Carson Middle School no-longer-8th-graders celebrated their achievements on Thursday with a commencement parade at the middle school.

Teachers, administrators and staff lined the “parade” route on campus along with Carson City Sheriff’s Office deputies, to celebrate the students who will be headed off to high school at the end of the summer.

Carson City Senior Center launches a Movie Matinee Club hosting FREE monthly movies, both classics and new releases, on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 1pm. The next movie will be on Tuesday, June 14 at 1 p.m.

The Carson City Supervisors proclaimed June 15, 2022 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in order to bring better understanding of abuse and neglect of older adults.

The proclamation states that 2022 marks the 17th annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, which marks the significance of elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue.