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Collage of 2023 CHS Safe Grad Event photos

Carson High Safe Grad is made possible solely by the support of our community — a heartfelt thank you to the following individuals and businesses (those with asterisk symbol) for their generosity in celebrating our 2023 high school graduates.

The Carson High School boy's soccer team is holding two fundraisers next month in July to help with gear, warm ups, equipment, and all year long expenses.

Last week, $1.5 million in marketing grants were awarded by the Nevada Commission on Tourism to rural communities aiming to better position themselves as tourism destinations in 2024.

The Carson City Cinema Club presents “To Hell and Back” (1955) on Tuesday, July 4 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (511 West King Street-the old Catholic church).

In search of volunteers for the summer here at Friends In Service Helping (FISH) in the Client Service building on 138 E. Long Street, Carson City. FISH is searching for summertime volunteers to act as Intake and Referral Specialists for our Client Services headquarters in Carson City.

It might be be a good idea to throw an extra blanket on the bed Monday night as overnight temperatures are expected to drop well below normal around Carson City, western Nevada and mountain valleys through Tuesday.

Come see these 1st Place Category Winners and all the other winners at the Reception and Awards Presentation for the Nevada Artists Association's “Spirit of America Show.” This event will be Sunday, June 25 from 2-4pm at the Gallery, 449 W. King Street in Carson City.

The Storey County Sheriff's Office on Monday identified two people who were found dead June 16 inside a parked vehicle at the Tesla Giga Factory in the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Complex.

All aboard the Star-Spangled Murder Mystery Train for a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience. Enjoy libations and appetizers served on board the train while a live murder mystery show is played out during your round trip from the historic Virginia City Depot to Gold Hill and back. 

Carson City Fire Department and multiple agencies are hosting a Wildfire Preparedness Workshop for the community. With the long winter of rain and snow, we have the potential for a busy fire season. Residents are encouraged to register for the free workshop to help prepare for wildfires in our community.

Interesting cloud formation caused by temperature and moisture differentiation in the upper atmosphere. It’s all over my head though.

Carson City Juvenile Services will be hosting an awareness and education event for sexual abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking of children.

The event will be hosted at the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, Ormsby Room on July 11, 2023, from 5:30 pm through 7:30 pm.

The Nevada Artists Association has announced the winners in the “Spirit of America Show” that runs from June 18-July 28. There are 137 entries in the show from 57 local member and non-member artists in 10 different categories.

Today, Monday June 19 is Juneteenth, a federal holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States after the Civil War. The day is also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day. All federal government offices are closed and there will not be mail service.

By popular demand, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City is extending it hours on Wednesday and Thursday evenings through the remainder of the Summer. Gates open at 9 a.m. and will close promptly at 8 p.m. Normal hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday through Sunday.

In a remarkable interfaith gesture, leaders of various religions and denominations are gathering to welcome the Reno Police Chief Kathryn Nance on July 27.

Join Douglas County in Celebrating National Pollinator Week, happening this week with activities beginning Tuesday.

Beautiful colors make a postcard Sunset Saturday eve over Carson City.

Managing Growth in Carson City

Build2Win is sponsoring a dialogue with Supervisor Lisa Schuette on growth management. Growth Management Committee was initiated in 1978 in response to growth that was pressuring the City’s ability to provide critical services and infrastructure. This Committee regulates residential growth by limiting the number of building permits for residential units each year in Carson City.

Stella Thornton, surrounded by other youth legislators, gathered around Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo’s desk on Thursday as he signed SB80, a bill Thornton said has been her life for the past two years.

This was a great concert and a spectacular sunset Saturday night at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.

Sierra-Tahoe Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) No. 137 and Auxiliary is a Veteran Organization that Aids and Assists the veterans and their families within our local community.

I took this at Taste of Downtown on Saturday in Carson City.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of June 19-25, 2023. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Looking west at 9:10 p.m. Saturday night.

The third season of the Levitt Amp summer concert series at the Brewery Arts Center kicked off Saturday evening with Sonido Sueño and Las Cafeteras.

My Goddaughter Ryan Terrian for her 18th birthday wanted to go to the Reno Rodeo and to the Basque fry lunch. As an interested 18 year old in politics she was thrilled to hear Republican speaker Ron DeSantis and liked what he had to say. She was lucky to get a photo op with him afterward. Her 18th birthday was a success!

UPDATE 4:39 p.m.: Curry Street is now unblocked.

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Curry St. is blocked by the Pourhouse due to a report of a hearse on fire.

Motorists must avoid the area until firefighters are finished.

The Carson City Library kicked off their annual reading challenge Saturday with the theme of “All around the World.”

The fun continues until 4 PM.

Readers and attendees can find games, prizes, and areas dedicated to various international themes.

Try your hand at cattle roping, air balloon races, penguin bowling, tossing a ring in the top of the Eiffel Tower, and so much more!

For more information head on down to the Carson City Library located at 900 N. Roop Street.

Truckee Meadows Community College political science professor Fred Lokken will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. Prof. Lokken will give his expert analysis of the recently concluded 82nd regular session and special sessions. He will also look ahead to the 2024 election season.

Karma Box founder and advocate for the homeless Grant Denton will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting on June 20th. The meeting takes place at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom.

Happy Friday, Carson City! There's a lot going on this weekend as the weather jumps up to the 80s, so here are some fun events to join in on.

Celebrate the 4th of July early with an explosion of sweetness from Francine, our Cat of the Week.

Advocates to End Domestic Violence will host the 28th annual Taste of Downtown, also known as "The Taste" event today, Saturday, June 17, 2023, in historic downtown Carson City. More than 30 local restaurants will be serving up a taste of their menu for ticketholders.

Congratulations to Ken Clarke for winning the People's Choice Award during the Nevada Artists Association's "Just the Right Size" Show. "Nankoweap Trail, Grand Canyon", a triptych will be available for sale through the "Spirit of America" Show beginning June 17 and running through July 28, 2023. Call the Gallery at 775-882-6411 for information on this piece.

Eilley Orum Bowers

On Wednesday, June 21, at 7 pm, Reno resident and longtime Nevada historian, Tamera “Tammy” Buzick, curator of the Bowers Mansion Museum, presents a lecture of the life of Eilley Orum Bowers and the Bowers Mansion.

Carson City’s Judge James T. Russell found that the Board of Supervisors erred when they reversed a planning commission decision allowing a meat processing facility to be built in the industrial area off of Highway 50 E.

In a several year — and county — span, Carson Valley Meats has finally secured their permit after a back and forth with multiple commissions and boards.

The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office completed its third saturation patrol on Friday June 9th. This is the third saturation patrol since January.

Silver Springs and Stagecoach were the area of focus for the event. This event was unannounced, however it was clear to the citizenry almost immediately that it was taking place.

The Brewery Art Center is getting a major facelift.

According to Director of Operations Mikey Wiecek, the main building known as the Brewery Building was built in 1864, and recently received a historic preservation grant to restore and repair the exterior walls at a cost of over $300,000.

Northern Nevada Exotic Pet & Reptile Expo

Have you ever been curious about reptiles and the exotic pet world? Are you an avid exotic pet owner that is looking to expand your collection or get some great deals on supplies?

On June 3, 2023, at approximately 1241 hours, Lyon County Animal Services (LCAS) received an anonymous complaint in reference suspicious activity occurring at a residence on 10th Street, in Silver Springs, Nevada. The Lyon County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) was requested to assist.

Jamie Lissow will be performing at the Carson Nugget tomorrow, Saturday June 17, but prior to his two shows, a special Meet and Greet event will be held at Gina’s Good Life Lounge.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to win a pair of VIP tickets.

Jamie Lissow is both an actor and comedian, and is best known for his starring role in the Netflix series “Real Rob” which also stars Rob Schneider, Adam Sandler, Norm MacDonald and David Space; Lissow co-wrote and co-produced the series.

To learn more about Lissow, please visit https://jamielissow.com

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office identified human remains located in the Kings Canyon area on May 2nd, 2023, as Marc Cole through DNA comparison. Mr. Cole was reported missing on February 14th, 2023, by a friend in Carson City.

During its meeting on June 15, 2023, the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners approved a contract for Jenifer Davidson to serve as the County’s new County Manager. Davidson has served as Interim County Manager since June 6 and previously served as Assistant County Manager since April 2018.

The Carson Mall Marketing Committee is now accepting proposals for the position of Promotions Coordinator. This opportunity offers a limited contract to oversee two to three major events per year at the Carson Mall, while also maintaining the mall's social media sites. The position is open to independent contractors.

The Greenhouse Project's Grateful Harvest Dinner taking place Monday, Sept. 18, at Nashville Social Club, is fully sponsored thanks to the generosity of community members and businesses. Tickets for the wine or beer-paired, multi-course dinner go on sale Monday, June 19.

Gov. Joe Lombardo signed SB1 Thursday, a bill establishing a public financing package of up to $380 million to help fund a proposed $1.5 billion, 30,000-seat baseball stadium in Las Vegas to serve as the new home of Major League Baseball’s Oakland A’s.

This Sunday, Western Nevada Performing Arts Center will celebrate 25 years of dance and performance instruction, serving Carson City and Western Nevada dancers and performers of all ages.

Neil Young brings his Coastal Tour 2023 to Lake Tahoe with special guest Chris Pierce. They will be performing on the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena stage at Harveys Lake Tahoe on July 24 at 7:30 p.m.

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