Happy (almost) New Year Carson City! Let's see what's happening in the region to ring in 2023 this weekend.

Wednesday will provide a short, blue-sky break from the rainy storms moving through the region this week, but the rains will return Thursday and into the weekend and with them, the increase risk of flooding.

Some flooding was already noted on Tuesday throughout Carson City as rains continued. Heavy rains are expected Friday through the weekend, prompting a Flood Watch for the region. Carson City Public Works spoke with Carson Now on how to prevent flooding — and why it matters.

A Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report reveals more details into the fatal shooting and arrest for suspected open murder that happened Wednesday night in the area of East William and Stewart streets.

Samuel William Cocking, 19, is being held without bail for alleged open murder and firearm possession offenses. The adult male victim was allegedly shot by the suspect and died after being flown to Renown Medical Center in Reno.

UPDATE: 9:55PM: The victim of the Carson City shooting Wednesday night has died. The suspect, Samuel Cocking, 19, has been booked into the Carson City Jail on charges of open murder, possession of an altered/removed firearm serial number, and carrying a concealed weapon without a permit, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong. He's being held without bail.

The victim information is pending an autopsy by the Washoe County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Dorothy Betsy Schram was born on November 19, 1925 in Birregurra Victory Australia, the third of nine children, to Stan and Elsie Schram. She was known by many names, Dottie, Dorothy, Autie Bett, Betsy, Mum. Dorothy’s life was the epitome of a life well lived. She was always up for anything whether it be a grand adventure or sharing a cup of tea and chatting about life.

Following a quick hitting storm Thursday, another warm atmospheric river will push into the Carson City region and western Nevada beginning early Friday, bringing heavy amounts of rain, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Flood Watch for the region.

In collaboration with the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, also known as DETR, and the Rehabilitation Division, BlindConnect released a video series, talking about etiquette and support when interacting with a person who is blind or has low vision.

On Oct. 13, 2022, the Central Lyon County Fire Protection District and the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office responded to a structure fire at the historic Fox Hotel located at 95 W. Main St. in Dayton.

The Resident Artist Program in Silver City had a particularly busy year offering free public concerts, art exhibitions, poetry readings, and art workshops. Visual artists, musicians and poets brought their creativity, thoughtful engagement, and fascinating academic projects to the historic Comstock community during 2022.

As the rain pours and the gutters flood, many Carson City residents have (probably) wondered, where's Carson Cassie?

Despite the fullness of the drainage pond at the corner of Little Lane and Roop Street, Carson City's favorite mysterious pond monster is nowhere to be seen.

Around 65 dogs, cats and small animals found their forever homes this Christmas thanks to a partnership between Santa Claus and the Nevada Humane Society.

With the first of a series of storms arriving overnight, the National Weather Service warns of a much stronger atmospheric river storm expected to arrive by the end of the week that will bring more valley rain to the Carson City area and western Nevada and heavy, wet snow to the Sierra Friday through early Sunday morning.

If you’ve been living in the Quad-Counties within the last few months, you may have noticed an increase in respiratory illnesses making the rounds throughout the community.

The Carson City Schools Foundation, was pleased to accept a generous $1,000 donation from Greater Nevada Credit Union to support student learning in the Carson City School District.

Do you want to quit smoking in 2023? Carson Tahoe Health welcomes all who want to quit to be a part of a supportive, group effort for smoking cessation. The new year's first round of 8-week classes begins in January.

Looking for an enjoyable activity for the afternoon? Come join us for Bingo! Bingo is played on Thursday afternoons from 1:15 – 3:15 PM at the Carson City Senior Center at 911 Beverly Drive in Carson City.

The Sierra Club Great Basin Group monthly meeting Jan. 12, 2023, 6:30 p.m. at Bartley Ranch in Reno, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, will welcome Donna Inversin, President of The Historic Virginia & Truckee Trail, a nonprofit.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors is seeking applications from persons interested in serving on the Historic Resources Commission.

Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske sits for a rare interview in her high-ceilinged office in the historic state capitol building, wearing a sweater adorned with a sparkling Christmas tree. Nevada’s top election administrator has just wrapped up her staff holiday party — an event to which she invited her successor, a Democrat with whom she’s been in regular communication since the election to ensure a smooth transfer of power.

Meet our sweet miracle kitty, Cindy Lou Who. This little girl survived a near-tragic beginning. Her Christmas wish is to have a warm forever home and loving humans of her very own.

CARSON CITY — Last week, Nevada Indian Commission Director Stacey Montooth was presented with the National Association of Secretaries of State Medallion Award by Nevada Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske.

A series of storms will bring periods of gusty winds, heavy mountain snow and valley rain with potential for widespread travel and recreation impacts for Carson City, western Nevada, Lake Tahoe and Sierra beginning late Monday.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Dec. 26 to Jan. 1, 2023. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Hello fellow anglers and a very Merry Fishmas to you all. In just over a week 2022 will end and hopefully the new year will bring us good health and well being.