The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Kenneth T. Furlong, the 26th sheriff to serve Carson City and Ormsby County since 1861. Among the topics to be discussed will be school security, the Sheriff Department's deescalation policy, and what may be unintended consequences of current juvenile detention practices. He will also be prepared to field questions on any issues of concern to the community.

The William N. Pennington Foundation Career and Technical Education Scholarship provides students at Western Nevada College with the opportunity to pursue meaningful careers in a variety of in-demand fields such as welding, automotive, healthcare and manufacturing. At the same time, the scholarship supports the well-being of the local community by providing employers with a skilled workforce.

Two Carson City women were arrested in the area of E. William Thursday night for possession of methamphetamine after allegedly cutting off a deputy.

According to the report, the deputy was patrolling in the area of E. William and Gold Dust West Way when a vehicle made a left hand turn on a yellow, cutting in front of the deputy who was driving through the intersection.

Two candidates were appointed to fill terms on the Carson City Open Space Advisory Committee by unanimous vote.

The committee is made of seven members who serve staggered four-year terms. One vacancy was due to a resignation, and one vacancies was due to expiration of term.

Happy Holidays from the Carson City Park Rangers! Every month, the Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, and exciting adventures. Programs are offered for free just register online.

Veterans Guest House, a local nonprofit that helps veteran families seeking medical treatment in the local area invites the public to participate in its Rival Raffle fundraiser. Ticket holders will have the chance to win a $5,000 grand prize, a single $1,500 prize, a single $1,000 prize and five prizes of $500. Tickets are available for $25 a ticket (or $100 for 6 tickets), and all proceeds will support the nonprofit’s continuing work.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office Investigations Division is seeking the identity of two suspects involved in a stabbing that happened late Wednesday night at a North Edmonds Drive casino.

Kick off the holiday season with a free Christmas Show at the Carson City Senior Center happening this Friday, Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. Raffle tickets will be sold as a fundraiser for Meals on Wheels.

The gift of giving was alive and well at Pioneer Academy during the week leading up to Thanksgiving. Thanks to the annual support and generosity of the Hernandez family, Jenn and the managers at FoodMaxx, and the Pioneer students and staff, the school was able to provide a full Thanksgiving meal to 30 families in the Carson City School District.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called early Wednesday evening to William and Stewart streets for a vehicle crash initially reported as involving at least two vehicles and a pedestrian.

Enjoy some holiday cheer at Washoe Lake State Park with a sparkling drive-through festival of lights over four nights, Dec. 8-11. Campground Loop B will be decorated with a jolly display of twinkling lights and holiday scenes.

The Capital Community Band, under the direction of Nick Jacques, will tie a big red bow around 2022 by presenting a Holiday concert this Sunday, Dec. 4.

The free concert will be presented in the Boldrick Theater in the Carson Community Center at 2 p.m.

Holiday with a Hero has been serving Carson City students for two decades, pairing local heroes (responders from numerous professions) and students together in order to provide them with a shopping spree in time for the holidays.

Holiday with a Hero is on its 18th year of shopping, and this year, their goal is to serve 230 students.

Kristin Hoffman is a local aspiring actress who will be featured this year playing the Grinch at the Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights to the delight of the audience and mostly Carson’s fifth graders as she slithers down the capitol steps to do what the Grinch does best — mess with them!

The Wood Duck Box installation hosted by Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space will be postponed, due to inclement weather, until February 3rd, 2023. We will re-promote the event in January 2023.

With a storm expected to bring 2 feet of snow to the Sierra and some snow down to the valley floor Thursday and Friday, the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the greater Reno, Carson City and Carson Valley area.

Head down to Shoe Tree Brewing Co. in Carson City this Saturday, Dec. 3 from 5 to 9 p.m. for a youth and teen coat drive and concert.

The 2022 Silver & Snowflakes Festival and Tree Lighting Festival is coming up on Friday, December 4th, and the Nevada Builders Foundation will be on hand to help keep you warm! Cocoa and coffees with all the fixin's (with or without alcohol) will be available for sale starting at 4:00PM outside the Bank Saloon at 418 South Carson Street, Carson City. All proceeds benefit the Foundation.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful man, our dad, a grandpa, a great grandpa and a friend to so many. LeRoy Pedro passed away peacefully on the morning of November 21, 2022. Most mornings started with LeRoy sitting in his chair enjoying the outside scenery and having his one cup of coffee.

On November 21, his morning started in heaven with the most beautiful sunrise you could imagine being greeted by the love of his life, Wanda Pedro and his granddaughter, Crystal Briscoe.

A 36-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday morning for multiple misdemeanor driving offenses including failure to yield to an emergency vehicle, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office report.

With the theme "Candy Cane Christmas" the 26th annual Carson Valley Parade of Lights is this Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, beginning at 5 p.m. Parade-goers, family and friends are encouraged to grab their blankets and chairs to watch the floats, marching bands, Color Guard and special guests from the North Pole all making their way along Highway 395 from Eddy Street to Minden Park.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded Monday night to the area of Hot Springs Road and Pine Drive for a vehicle crash involving a pedestrian.

Sunday, Dec. 4 at 1 p.m., Wylder Resort Hope Valley continues its Eastern Sierra history series with a Chautauqua style presentation of the Donner Party and “Those that Survived.”

Come and join Carson Mall for its holiday craft show. The fair features Homemade crafts, Christmas gifts, locally made jewelry and artworks, food, drinks and live entertainment.