As the 2024 Nevada Day Parade ended, the fun continued with the annual Nevada Day beard competition. Bob McFadden Plaza in downtown Carson City buzzed with nearly two hours of excitement as the bearded showed off their best.

Colorful balloons drift over Carson City for Nevada Day on Saturday morning.

Central Lyon Fire Protection District will begin open burning on Nov. 1, 2024, pending weather conditions. This decision aligns with fire safety protocols and mirrors burn permit restrictions in place by surrounding agencies, including the Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF), Fernley, Carson City and Storey County.

It was a perfect day in Carson City for the hot air balloons to celebrate Nevada Day 2024. The air was crisp with a light breeze from the south. The balloons went off right on schedule and headed north, across the city. A couple were seen landing on, or near, Silver Oak Golf Course.

Attention Nevada Day attendees: Please be advised that Carson Mall will not allow public parking on the Carson Street side during Nevada Day festivities.

Here are the Nevada Day Parade road closures for Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 via Perimetermap.com.

The Nevada Day Parade returns this Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024! The parade kicks off at 10 a.m.

Check below for the full list of entries.

Back by Special Request, if you missed Mat Pope when he was on the Polecat Tavern stage earlier this year, now is your chance. With his full rich vocals and great guitar licks, this is a night to remember. True country music lovers will enjoy Mat's renditions is some of your favorite standard country tunes. No cover.

Judge Melanie Bruketta recently completed the Special Court Jurisdiction: Advanced program, an intensive two-week course designed for judges at the National Judicial College.

The immersive course aims to provide judges with a solid foundation in courtroom leadership, judicial ethics, evidence, case management, judicial security, and decision-making. Graduates can earn credit hours toward a Master of Judicial Studies degree.

Lyon County Utilities has received a comprehensive engineering report from AtkinsRealis, revealing significant design flaws in the Aspen Creek Rapid Infiltration Basins (RIBs), which have hindered the system’s ability to meet its designed effluent disposal capacity.

Ahoy!! If Ye come seekin' adventure and salty ol' pirates 2701 baker ship's surgeon has an amazin' set up fer little swabbies 'n adults alike t' stop by next Thursday on Halloween t' go inside o' the pirate ship 'n get candy 'n see the rest o' the crews decorations.

Happy (almost) Nevada Day Carson Now readers! As many of you know, it is my favorite day of the year, because Nevada Day truly is the best holiday. It's got everything: parades, food, camaraderie, absurd contests, canons, pet adoptions ... what more could anyone ask for?

Red Wing Shoes in Carson City is excited to announce a new innovation aimed at keeping customers comfortable on their feet all day. Through a partnership with a Washington-based manufacturer, the store now offers 3D-printed custom footbeds, delivering personalized support and enhanced comfort.

Students at Carson High School will take an active role in democracy next week (Oct. 28 through Nov. 1) as they cast ballots and participate in mock elections ahead of the official general election Tuesday, Nov. 5. The simulated election is designed for students to gain firsthand experience in the voting process and learn the importance of civic engagement.

Meet Brownie, an adorable 6-month-old Lionhead rabbit with a heart as fluffy as his fur. Known for his friendly and tolerant nature, Brownie has charmed everyone he's met, from energetic dogs and curious cats to playful kids.

Have you gotten your “I voted” sticker yet? Be sure to beat the crowd on election day by heading into early voting happening now through Friday, Nov. 1 at the Carson City Community Center located at 851 E William St.

Fire restrictions for Carson City were implemented on June 21, 2024. The Carson City Fire Department restrictions will remain in effect until the end of October and until weather conditions allow for safe open burning.

A 19-year-old woman was arrested early Wednesday morning for suspicion of gross misdemeanor destruction of property, DUI and other offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

The Carson Middle School seventh-grade girls basketball team concluded their undefeated season last Saturday, Oct. 19, by first defeating Alder Creek and Pau-Wa-Lu in the tournament before their crowning, hard-fought victory over Carson Valley Middle School.

Carson City resident Nick Campbell, a courageous young man who has battled cancer and is now in end-stage liver failure, will soon be recognized with one of the highest civilian honors from the United States Marine Corps.

In an extraordinary decision that required approval from the Pentagon, Nick will be awarded the title of Honorary Marine, a recognition granted to only a select few, and Nick has this honor because he has truly fought this fight like a Marine.

Experience the beauty of fall in Carson City with beautiful wagon rides beginning this Sunday, Oct 27 and again Nov. 3.

On Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City will host a Halloween Fun Shoot from 9:00am to 4:30pm.

Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team forest thinning (fuels reduction) projects are underway and scheduled to continue through fall 2024, conditions and weather permitting. North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District, Liberty Utilities, NV Energy and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit are working together to protect Lake Tahoe communities by reducing excess vegetation (fuels) that can feed unwanted wildfires.

Alondra Gomez, a senior at Carson High School, has a 3.6 GPA and she is completing her fourth year in the health science program. For these reasons alone, she is worthy of recognition as the Senior in the Spotlight. However, she has many other fine qualities that make her special.