Overnight lane closures will take place on I-580 in Washoe Valley. Also, Slide Mountain Road will be closed as the Nevada Department of Transportation enhances roadside barrier rail and guardrail.

The Nevada State Museum is honored to introduce our new Curator of Anthropology Dr. Anna Camp. Anna serves as only the third Curator of Anthropology in the 83 year history of the Museum, and she is the first woman to assume the role.

Drift smoke and haze from the Crozier and Park Fires has moved into the Lake Tahoe Basin, Reno and Carson City areas.

Rummage Sale happening this weekend at 1800 Us Highway 50 E, in the parking lot in Carson City. The event will run Saturday and Sunday, August 10-11 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. No reasonable offer on items will be turned down. The assortment is large and there’s something for everyone.

Rays of Light is a sacred gathering for women seeking connection, healing and empowerment. We come together in Carson City weekly to share our stories, challenges, triumphs, and dreams in a supportive, judgment-free space.

UPDATE 6:55PM: Power has been restored. NV Energy says the cause was with "hardware, cable or other equipment."
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NV Energy reports multiple areas around Carson City without power due to an outage early Thursday evening.

A living history presentation “The Reno Cure,” a look at the Biggest Little City's early divorce industry will be held August 27 at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.

Sierra Lutheran High School is proud to be hosting its 2024 Sierra Lutheran Golf Classic on Saturday, Sep. 7, 2024 to support the high school's many athletic programs.

A new six-week class beginning this month from the Alzheimer’s Association in Carson City is available and free to caregivers.

UPDATE: Nevada State Police report all lanes are now open.
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UPDATE: Carson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and Nevada State Police Highway Patrol were called Thursday morning to a concrete truck that rolled over on I-580 between Arrowhead and Eastlake Boulevard.

Using rare and seldom seen photographs, local historians and authors David and Gayle Woodruff will recount interesting and often amusing tales that have helped shape one of America’s favorite and well used mountain traffic corridors at a Minden talk Sunday.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) of Reno Sparks has announced the Religious Leadership Award for Hindu statesman Rajan Zed.

Karaoke Night at Polecat Tavern on Friday, August 23 starting at 7pm. You can sing with your friends. We have up to 4 mics.

With some big game hunting seasons starting and many approaching, the Nevada Department of Wildlife is raising awareness about a quarantine order to prevent the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease, a fatal neurologic disease found in the deer family, into Nevada.

Mark your calendars for the Carson Valley Community Theatre’s 20th year anniversary gala to be held  at 6 p.m. on Sept. 6 at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden. We will celebrate with an evening of songs, skits and anecdotes about our theatre, along with a three-course meal.

Here are some photos of Tuesday night's Sheriff's Night out at Mills Park courtesy of Carson City Sheriff's Office Undersheriff Jerome Tushbant, CCSO Deputy Gage Mead and the Nevada State Police.

University of Nevada Reno Extension will host a free summer nutrition class for kids. Ages K-5th grade will experience yummy fruits and vegetables, while learning about a healthy diet.

Informative classes on Orthodox Christianity for inquirers are held weekly at St. Sebastian Orthodox Church: the next one is this evening, Wednesday August 7, at 7:00 p.m. at 1819 N. Carson Street.

Desert Design has been helping people reimagine their personal and professional spaces for almost 30 years and is excited to announce that it has opened a Carson City location at 1440 S. Curry St.

With summer in full swing, the farmers market in Dayton is the place to be for local flavor on Thursday afternoons. The market offers a seasonal bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables, local honey and jam, food trucks, and special items like baked goods. This week is National Farmers Market Week. In celebration, customers will receive free re-usable market bags while supplies last.

The celebration of the 150th Anniversary of Chautauqua at Dangberg Historic Park continues by celebrating Wednesday night Chautauquas with the theme: "Follow Us on an Adventure!" All Wednesday evening Chautauquans have an adventurous tale to share with their audience.

Tami Force will speak on Nevada Ghost Towns at Dangberg Home Historic Ranch on Saturday, August 10, from 10 to 11 a.m.

Tami Force has been exploring ghost towns, mining camps, and back roads for 30 years. Force loves learning about some of the more unusual ghost towns and locations in Nevada and beyond. Her goal has been to photograph, document and share the history of these places with others.

The celebration of the 150th Anniversary of Chautauqua at Dangberg Historic Park continues by celebrating Wednesday night Chautauquas with the theme: "Follow Us on an Adventure!" All Wednesday evening Chautauquans have an adventurous tale to share with their audience.

Coming out of the desert of Reno NV, to push the boundaries of Country & Western, Mr. Johnson and His Loaded Dice will arrive at Polecat Tavern on Saturday, August 10th. Sure to be a packed house so we suggest you arrive early. Limited Seating. No Cover.