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Eight Free "Social Scholarships" are left for those who otherwise couldn't afford to attend the Feb. 24 Social, 2-5PM at Sassafras in Carson City.

A winter storm will arrive for the holiday weekend, bringing brief periods of valley rain to the Carson City area and snow to the Sierra by Saturday with a more potent system arriving Monday and extending into early next week, according to the National Weather Service.

Meet with a Career Coach to discuss your professional background and goals to enhance your career through our Employment and Training Event on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lyon County Human Services Office located at 5 Pine Cone Rd, Dayton.

The Nevada Humane Society's Pet of the Week is Mademoiselle, an affectionate and gentle 16-year-old, who is up for adoption at the Carson City shelter.

The EmployNV Business Hub invites job seekers to attend the Northern Nevada Healthcare Job Fair happening Wednesday, February 28, 2024, from 11am-1pm inside the Reno Town Mall, 4001 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV. Walk-ins are welcome!

March 12, 2024 at BAC

The Sierra Nevada Forums in partnership with the American Association of University Women Capital Branch and the League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada will host “Aging: Everybody’s Doing It: Resources and Creative Ideas for Healthy Aging” on March 12, 2024 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King Street in Carson City.

The Savvy Caregiver Training, presented by the Alzheimer’s Association is being offered in Carson City and Gardnerville starting in March.

Family friendly free 180 Show with hiphop music happening this Saturday, Feb. 17 at 6:30 p.m. Presented by the Potter’s House, 410 East John Street in Carson City. See flyer above for information. Call 775-386-5576 to details.

What started out as a road rage incident led to one man being run over by another man’s vehicle, the Carson City Sheriff's Office reports.

There was another passionate packed house on Tuesday to hear the Douglas County School Board (DCSB) vote on its candidate for superintendent, John A. Ramirez, Jr. Many of those in attendance wore the familiar red shirts and carried signs including those that stated "My Voice Doesn't Matter" and "Don't hire a liar."

The Carson Valley Arts Council is pleased to present an evening with Dirty Cello. The band will perform at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda in Minden, at 7 p.m. Friday, March 8, 2024.

Residents of the south Reno area have likely noticed a few earthquakes in the last couple weeks. The Nevada Seismological Laboratory, a unit within the University of Nevada, Reno, has identified and located over 270 small magnitude earthquakes in the last 30 days so far.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded early Wednesday evening to a vehicle crash at the intersection of Roop and William streets.

The Carson City EmployNV Career Hub is hosting a Mock Interview Workshop on Wednesday February 28, 2024, from 10:00am to 11:00am at 1929 N. Carson St., Carson City, NV. Learn how to present your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a professional manner. Walk-ins are welcome! For more information, please call 775-684-0400.

Are you left asking, “Why didn’t I get that job?! Join us for our Mock Interview Workshop to learn valuable tips on how to give yourself the best chance to get the job offer!

Prompted by a tragic pedestrian crash in January that killed a 10-year-old girl, an online petition is open for Lyon County citizens that is asking for a pedestrian crossing signal on US-50 in Mound House.

United States Postal Service is hiring full time and part time Postal Carriers to work in Reno, Sparks, and surrounding areas! Earn $19.33 to $20.38 per hour plus health benefits from day one, fast track career path options, and day and night shift availability. Interview at the upcoming hiring event on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 from 10am to 2pm at the EmployNV Business Hub, 4001 S. Virginia St. Suite 11, Reno, NV.

Sweet 16 Donation Drop-Off Announcement

Help us celebrate Bella Hansen’s Sweet 16 Birthday! When Bella’s family asked her how she wanted to celebrate her sweet sixteen birthday, they were blown away by her response.

The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting the public to provide feedback on the draft US-50 Tahoe East Shore Corridor Management Plan. The plan establishes a blueprint for potential future improvements to U.S. 50 on Tahoe’s east shore between the US-50 and State Route 28 junction and the Nevada-California state line. Study recommendations do NOT include reduction of the number of highway lanes.

Saturday - March 16, 2024
10am to 12pm
Greenhouse Garden Center, 2450 S Curry St, Carson City
Annual Pruning Clinic
With David Ruf & Tom Wion from Capital Tree Service
Cost is $5 per person

Saturday - March 16, 2024
9am to 12pm
Greenhouse Garden Center welcomes
Old School Sharpening
Bring your shovels, swords, hedge trimmers, or even your pizza cutter, etc.

Nasia Perkins, a sophomore at Carson High School, won the Carson City Host Lions Club Student Speaker Contest on February 12th held at La Capital Cafe and Grill in Carson City. She was awarded a stipend of $75. Ms. Perkins is a member of the Carson High Speech and Debate Team coached by Patrick Mobley.

Two men were arrested early Tuesday morning for suspicion of disorderly conduct, obstructing and trespassing, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

The Carson City School District will host a Community Connections K-12 Career Quest event next week, Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. at Carson High School. Dinner will be provided by Chartwells. There is no cost for the event.

At Polecat Tavern, the stage and mic are always open anytime there is not a scheduled event. BUT! On Thursday evenings beginning at 7pm, we have a structured Open Mic. Come on by and sign up and show us your stuff. Or, just come and have a listen to some of the incredible local talent.

After a brief respite from snow earlier this month, changes are ahead for Carson City and surrounding counties with periods of breezy winds, mountain snow and valley rain showers Wednesday through Thursday and again Saturday into next week.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

Join local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff as they present this month's Frances Humphrey Lecture, "Going for the Gold: Lake Tahoe-Reno's Olympic Heritage," on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in the Dema Guinn Concourse of the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson Street in Carson City.

Visit the historic Sutro Tunnel site and see our progress! We are revitalizing and restoring the site and Tunnel daily. You are seeing history in the making and will be able to be a part of it by visiting the site.

Eagle Valley Women's Golf Club begins the season on Wednesday, April 17. Come join us! For information and how to sign up, go to the website www.eaglevalleygolfcourse.com and pull down the tab marked "clubs."
We'd love for you to come join us!

The South Lake Tahoe Police Department has identified the four victims who died in a suspected drug overdose on Monday. Three of the victims are South Lake Tahoe residents and one man is from Douglas County.

Leap year brings change and what better way to make a positive change than by quitting smoking. It may even be at the top of your accomplishment list for 2024.

It’s never too early to start helping others. Just ask the kindergarten and first grade students at Minden Elementary School.

Pioneer Academy Sophomore Haven Bryant has used her experience at Pioneer to focus on positivity and surround herself with people to help her find her full potential.

From 1959-1986 the Virginia City High School Boys Basketball Team captured 16 Nevada State Championships and had winning streaks of 38, 41, 55, and 93 games. A new podcast produced by VCHS staff and students looks back at this historic run of basketball success.

Spectacular color fills the morning sky over Carson City on Tuesday morning.

The Carson Baseball Booster Club is looking for players, sponsors and/or raffle items for its 3rd Annual Cornhole Tournament benefiting the Carson High School Baseball Program.

I’m a bit jealous of the weather folks. It seems like they can be wrong 99% of the time and receive an award for it. The rest of us? We get held accountable for everything we say.

So, in fear and trepidation, I am going to step out and risk being wrong. Hey! I’ve been married for over 41 years, so I’m used to being wrong… a lot!

Some things to consider as we enter into a Presidential election year. Both major political parties would love to score a “victory” for their side in tax law changes in order to gain potential votes.

Tux: the official Linux mascot

Curious about Linux? Long time user? Join us for the February meeting of the Carson City Linux Users Group.

We meet on the third Saturday of each month, and have great information and discussions of interest to any level of experience with Linux.

Free Tickets, Luncheon, Social, Gay, LGBTQ, PFLAG, Carson City, Sassafras

Be one of nine folks - who could otherwise not afford to attend the Social - to get free tickets. Reserve your free ticket by Saturday, February 10th. Email your request to wnvlgbtq@gmail.com.

Chapter 7 of the Disabled American Veterans will be meeting at a new location on Feb. 19 at 5:30 pm. The New location will be the Carson City Airport 2600 E College Pkwy in Carson City, Nevada.

Coming up on February 17th, It's RichyRich! This guy know what songs you like and he plays them well. One of our favorites! Hope you can make it!

Nashville Social Club is thrilled to announce a headline performance by Lydia Pense and Cold Blood at Swan Music Hall on Saturday, Feb. 17 at 7:30 pm. as part of their Cold Blue Heart Album Release Tour. Steeped in musical history since the Fillmore era, Lydia Pense's captivating vocals and Cold Blood's unique blend of funk, soul, and R&B promises an unforgettable night.

The Nevada Day, Inc. Board of Directors announced Monday the 2024 Nevada Day Parade Grand Marshal will be well known country singer and horse activist Lacy J. Dalton.

Members of the Bahá’i community of Carson City invite the public to a series of conversations on spiritual growth and unity. Meeting each Sunday at 2:00PM at the Wungnema House in Mills Park, 900 N Saliman Rd.

Four people were found dead in a Roger Avenue home Monday morning in South Lake Tahoe, Calif. The victims, three men and one woman, are believed to be in their 30s or 40s.

Dear Rep Amodei, While we were originally encouraged with the first paragraph of your email (Amodei Report: Shutdown Deja Vu – 1-19-24), it became apparent that you were blaming Democrats for the impending shutdown. And once again, we found your reasoning to be less than satisfactory.

Free Tickets, Luncheon, Social, Gay, LGBTQ, PFLAG, Carson City, Sassafras

Nine Free "Social Scholarships" are available for those who otherwise couldn't afford to attend the Feb. 24 Event, 2-5PM at Sassafras in Carson City.

Email your request today: wnvlgbtq@gmail.com. Tickets sponsored by Members of the Social and sponsor PFLAG Carson Region.

Carson City resident Travis Skaggs has long enjoyed working with wood to create hand-crafted one-of-a-kind art for his home or to give to friends and family as gifts. He has crafted furniture, wooden toys, specialty small boxes, and whatever “strikes is fancy,” which currently is the crafting and designing of charcuterie boards now so in vogue.

Atlantis Steakhouse and Spa Atlantis have earned the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award, placing them on an exclusive list of properties recognized for luxurious offerings and exceptional guest service.

A 34-year-old man was arrested Sunday for suspicion of DUI, speeding, failure to maintain a lane of travel, driving on a sidewalk and reckless driving, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

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