Happy Friday Carson City! Let's take a look at what is happening throughout the region this weekend!

Kids and Horses Therapeutic Riding Center, located at 2869 Esaw St. in Minden is hosting a series of workshops by Connected Horse, a research-based program designed to support people diagnosed in the early stages of dementia and their care partners.

The fall workshops run for two consecutive Saturdays.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit is investigating a hit and run crash with major Injury that happened on Sept. 12, 2022 at around 4:50 p.m.

Bonanza Kennel Club of Carson City will hold its annual AKC All-Breed Dog Shows, Obedience and Rally Trials at Fuji Park in Carson City Oct. 1-2, 2022. More than 750 dogs will be at the show.

The 5th Annual Night Under the Lights Skate, BMX and Scooter competition returns to the Mills Park Skate Park in Carson City this Saturday, Sept. 24.

The Carson Valley Arts Council will present multi-Nā Hōkū Hanohano award-winning musician Nathan Aweau, on Friday, November 11, 2022 at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda in Minden, at 7 p.m.

The first Candy Dance was held in Genoa in 1919, and came about as a fundraiser to purchase street lights for the tiny town tucked away against the Sierra mountains in the Carson Valley.

Now, over 100 years later, the annual Arts and Crafts Fair is still being held.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying a couple allegedly involved in several vehicle break-ins and related credit card fraud.

Diagnosed with a rare lung disease in 2009, Dina Jennings is awaiting a life-saving lung transplant. She is one of the more than 600 Nevadans and 100,000 people in the U.S. on the national transplant waiting list.

St. Mary's Art Center hosts the fall art reception, showcasing the new fall exhibitions by Paula Saponaro and Pura Vida Sierras Art. This free event celebrates intriguing, powerful work that is relevant and thought-provoking.

This is an installment in a series of "On the Record" pieces highlighting the policy stances of candidates running for major offices in the 2022 Nevada election. Check back in the coming days and weeks for additional coverage. You can find our coverage of Fiore’s opponent, Zach Conine, here.

Las Vegas City Councilwoman Michele Fiore described herself as a “workaholic” during a Pahrump Valley Chamber of Commerce candidate forum last month.

Nevada Artists Association presents 'The Autumn Show' now through Oct. 21, 2022. The collection of art from several artists in northern Nevada feature the beautiful colors of autumn as they have produced oils, acrylics, resins and more. The celebration of the season is just something to see!

Part of the AUTUMN SHOW will feature two artists:

Debbie Lambin, Book Artist / Sculpture - www.MyThousandWords.com and Lia Verkade, Zentangle artist

Artists Reception:

Sunday, October 9th from 2-4pm
light refreshments will be served

About the Artists:

MINDEN — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office would like to warn members of the public to be aware of and help protect the elderly against being victims of gift card fraud.

The Bank Saloon proudly hosts The Brother Dan Show every Monday. The local music livestream features interviews and music with local musicians and songwriters. This week the show will feature Shaun Damon, guitarist for local band Arizona Jones.

Happy Wednesday Carson City! Fall is here and Max is the perfect pet to cozy up with and enjoy a pumpkin spice latte. This silly, sweet two-year-old terrier mix is a cuddle expert and lover of stuffed animals.

Max would be the perfect addition to just about any home. He is friendly, social and favorite of our volunteer dog walkers.

The Nevada Patient Protection Commission will discuss Wednesday a new survey adding urgency to the need to lower health care costs in Nevada.

Open House this Sunday @ 107 Lake Glen Rd.
Highly sought after townhouse community located on Lake Glen with heated pool.
2 Bed 1.5 Bath
From 1-3 pm 9/25/22

Carson Mall will host Nevada Day Festivities! Carson Mall will have our 3rd annual Craft Show, Rock Drilling, Best In The West Bloody Mary Contest with a cash prize, and Corn Hole Tournament.

Comedian Ron “Tater Salad” White, who first rose to fame as the cigar-smoking, scotch-drinking funnyman from the Blue Collar Comedy Tour phenomenon, has long established himself as a star in his own right. White has sold over 14 million albums, been nominated for two Grammys, and has consistently been one of the top grossing stand-up comedians on tour in America. On Saturday, November 26, White is bringing his signature, hilarious storytelling to the Atlantis Grand Ballroom before he retires from stand-up at the end of the year.

On Friday, The Art Market will be hosting a pop up arts and crafts events for children in the Carson City area south of Carson City in Douglas County.

Wolf Pack Meats, the only USDA-certified meat processing facility for the region, will be temporarily stopping operations beginning Oct. 31, 2022.

According to Shauna Lemieux, Director of Marketing for UNR’s College of Agriculture, the closure is occurring due to financial instability, and the University will be attempting to secure an outside vendor to take over the production operation.

A program about the history and local impact of Sutro Tunnel will be presented by Chris Pattison, Program Manager for the Friends of Sutro Tunnel, Sunday, September 25 from 1:00 to 3:00 in the Carriage House which is located behind the Foreman-Roberts House at 1207 North Carson, Carson City, NV.

An early season storm will continue bringing cool temperatures around the Carson City area and chances for rain, and even some snow for elevations above 9,000 feet through Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.