In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month this September, Partnership Carson City is teaming up with the Suicide Prevention Network and Partnership Douglas County for a prevention starts here Mental Wellness Awareness Event and Walk taking place Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at McFadden Plaza in Carson City, Nev.

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak, local leaders and representatives of U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez-Masto and Congressman Mark Amodei helped break ground Thursday on a new affordable housing development in Carson City.

The 2022 Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl will take place Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Reno, featuring an exploratory day of literary events. Over 40 fiction, non-fiction, and poetry readings, as well as panel discussions, book signings, art installations and projects, and creative workshops are part of the 2022 Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl.

A 26-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of gross misdemeanor luring a child, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

UPDATE: The Excessive Heat Watch issued by the National Weather Service earlier has been upgraded to a Heat Advisory and has been extended from Friday through Tuesday.

With "solitude" as its August theme, the Carson City Photo Club has unveiled the winners of its monthly photo contest. The competition brought some impressive submissions, which led to a split for third place.

But, wait, you ask: Isn’t the state already moving to $12 per hour?

Join us in a fun, fall day of golf out at the beautiful Genoa Lakes Golf Club. Proceeds from this event will go to support the health of the Carson Valley community and surrounding areas. For details on the event or to register, please visit cvmchospital.org/golf or email foundation@cvmchospital.org.

The 2nd annual 5K run raising funds for the Northern Nevada Alzheimer’s Association (NNAA) will be returning to Carson City on Saturday, Sept. 17.

According to event organizer Brenda Collings, each year NNAA holds a big annual walk at the Sparks Marina, but she wanted to create a fundraising event closer to home.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors will discuss health grants, possible expansion of the courthouse, build appeals, Ross Gold Park and more at their upcoming meeting.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, Sept. 1 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

Looking for a place to take friends & family? Or maybe you just want to go somewhere to unwind after work. Well head on over to the Bella Vita Bistro for a perfect night out. Bill will be there to entertain the customers with a repertoire of music that will have you groovin' the night away. Don't forget the friendly staff and food selections that will add to your enjoyment. Good times!

Not Quite Ready for Carnegie Hall Players (NQR) is a program of the Carson City Symphony Association for adults who recently began to play — or returned to playing — string instruments. Weekly sessions are on Thursday mornings beginning Sept. 1, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive.

MINDEN — Douglas County Secret Witness is seeking information on a 15-year-old male runaway juvenile, Joseph Altig. Joseph left his residence in Gardnerville on foot and has not returned. Your identity is not needed and you will remain anonymous.

A 49-year-old Romanian woman was arrested Monday for suspicion of felony commercial burglary, grand larceny, possession of stolen property and organized retail theft, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office report.

The long-awaited affordable housing project known as ‘Sierra Flats’ will be hosting a groundbreaking ceremony at its site in Carson City on Thursday, which will be attended by both Carson City Mayor Lori Bagwell, as well as Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak.

A 19-year-old man was arrested late Monday for suspicion of felony eluding, gross misdemeanor child endangerment and 12 misdemeanor offenses following a vehicle pursuit that began on South Carson Street near the county line, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Dynamite was discovered Monday on State Route 28 near Lake Tahoe's Sand Harbor, forcing the closure of the road for several hours, according to the Washoe County Sheriff's Office.

MINDEN — Nicki Leeper, Assistant County Clerk for Douglas County was designated as a Certified Elections/Registration Administrator, the highest professional achievement for election officials in the country.

Dayton Valley Golf Club and Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey are joining together to hold the third annual Fall Harvest Classic Golf Tournament, “Drive Out Hunger” on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. All proceeds benefit HCC’s food pantries. You can participate by being in the golf tournament, sponsoring a 4 person team, or donating raffle items.

On Monday at approximately 9:46 a.m. the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a shooting located in the 900 block of Mesa Drive in Fernley. The caller advised that a subject had been shot and the suspect fled the scene in a vehicle.

The Salvation Army in Carson City has long run before- and after-school programs for local children. However, a staffing shortage has put them in jeopardy. According to The Salvation Army’s Captain Holly Beeson, six people are needed to keep the programs going.

A free movie event will be held at the Silver-Stage Library on Friday, September 9 at 7:30 pm. Watch the movie “Encanto” (PG) under the stars at the library. Bring your chairs. Snacks will be for sale by the Silver-Stage Library Friends.

A 29-year-old woman was arrested Friday for suspicion of gross misdemeanor child endangerment for allegedly leaving her 2-year-old daughter home alone to pick up her older daughter from school, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

During yoga nidra, "energy replenishes and exhaustion is eliminated. Identification with the impermanent and temporary nature of living is replaced with identifying with the golden aspect of oneself that endures — one's true Self." — Julie Lusk

There is no movement in yoga nidra. You simply lie down, relax, and allow the words of the practice to reset your nervous system, calm your mind, and restore your heart. All levels welcome.