The Carson City Photo Club announced the winners of its April photo contest, noting the competition had a tie for second place. The theme for the April photo contest was "Bubbles."

Imagination will be ignited and creativity will be awakened at Calvary Baptist Church this summer! Whether kids are exploring their artistic side or laying down a track or bringing inventions to life in one of the many workshops, they will learn to use their talents to bring glory to God.

Staybridge Suites Carson City Tahoe Area hosts Carson City Thursday Night Cruisers and raffles off a free night stay!
Get ready for June 2 for another complimentary stay raffle prize! Come join us again for beautiful cars, good music, delicious food, tours, and more winners! Located at 972 Retail Court, Carson City.

UPDATE 6:55 p.m.: Three individuals have been detained and their vehicle was cleared.

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Just after 6:45 p.m. Carson City Sheriff’s Office deputies and Nevada State Police troopers shut down Fairview at I-580.

Traffic has been blocked at this time in both directions.

According to dispatch, a felony traffic stop was conducted.

Motorists must seek alternate routes until the area has been cleared.

Nevada’s suicide rate is currently ranked 5th in the nation; there is no question about the devastating effects of suicide, or the countless lives shattered by it.

Suicide Prevention Network aims to be a champion in decreasing suicide and its impact on our community by providing suicide prevention and awareness through education, intervention, and support services for all.

The most energy efficient school district in the state of Nevada, Carson City School District, took time to honor school leaders and students for sustainability efforts at its first inaugural “Green Impact” Awards Ceremony Thursday evening, May 12, 2022, at the Governor’s Mansion. Most notably, district leaders earned 3 of only 10 total Trailblazer Awards available nationally through the Green Schools National Network.

Although Ron Turek and Ann Carlson come from different educational backgrounds and careers, their positive experiences with higher education and its life-altering possibilities long ago confirmed to them that a college education is paramount and indispensable.

The 4th annual Carson City Open Studios Tour is on Friday, August 19, 12 to 5 p.m., at the Bliss Mansion and the NAA Gallery, and Saturday and Sunday, August 20 and 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at multiple studios throughout Carson City.

General Manager Fernando Madrigal celebrating Staybridge Suites Carson City Tahoe Area’s 1 year Anniversary with a splash. Later after their shift others joined in the new tradition. Staybridge Suites Carson City Tahoe Area opened on May 10, 2021 and has become a premier hotel for not only daily stays but also extended stay guests. Located at 972 Retail Court, Carson City, NV 89706.

The Carson City Host Lions Club hosted the Annual Kids’ Fishing Day at Baily Pond in Fuji Park on Saturday, May 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event provided a good opportunity to introduce kids under the age of 12 to fishing and conservation. The Boy Scouts of Troop 33 and volunteers from the Douglas County Kids Fishing Derby helped prep the fishing poles and gear for the kids. About 75 children and their families attended.

UPDATE 7:30 p.m.: Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong released a statement regarding the apprehension which can be found here.

UPDATE 4:34 p.m.: The escaped inmate is 38-year-old Andrew Cain Kristovich out of Portland, Ore.

Kristovich escaped from an Oregon Prison Camp in April.

After his escape, Kristovich allegedly went to the home of an ex girlfriend in Clark County, Wash. before raping and strangling the individual with her children present, at which point he absconded with her cell phone, vehicle and credit cards.

The Carson City Symphony Association will present a free concert featuring Music of the Andes on Saturday, May 21, at 2:30 p.m., at Empire Elementary School, 1260 Monte Rosa Drive in Carson City. The concert features Kantu Inka - Carlos and Julie Ocampa - who have been presenting Peruvian Andean music in the U.S. since 2003.

Happy Friday, Carson Now readers! After the chilly week we've had, this weekend is sure to be a shock for some, with highs at 80 degrees on Saturday and Sunday! And what better way to celebrate than by being out in the community? (Along with wearing sunscreen and drinking water, of course.)

Let's see what the weekend has in store for us throughout the Carson City region.

Local home builder Ryder Homes announces the grand opening of their four new model homes and sales center at Cross Creek, a new community in Carson City.

Cross Creek features five different floor plans ranging in size from approximately 1,800 to 2,900 square feet, with prices starting in the mid-$500,000s. The first phase of new homes are now under construction, and the first homeowners are expected to move-in this May.

The nationwide baby formula shortage has hit home, with many local shelves emptied. Many grocers are limiting the number of purchases, and some even have baby formula under video surveillance.

The Virginia Truckee Railroad begins its 47th season on Saturday, May28, 2022. Steam locomotive engine number 29 will be running roundtrips from Virginia City to Gold Hill on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday May 28-30. This 35-minute ride runs seven times each day, beginning at 10:30am.

The Carson City Leadership Institute Class of 2022 raised more than $70,000 for the Eagle Valley Children's Home, nearly tripling their original funding goal of $25K. The 15 students of the Class of 2022 used the funds to improve the residential program’s outdoor patio and add a new sensory garden for residents and visitors.

Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play promoted by the National Parks Trust. This year, the event will be hosted at Mills Park from 10:00am – 2:00pm on Saturday, May 21, 2022 and will include educational booths, music, food, outdoor activities, and the inaugural Carson City Junior Park Ranger Olympics! The whole community is invited to join in on this fun day of outdoor play.

Attorney General Aaron D. Ford, in coordination with the Nevada Credit Union League and the Nevada Bankers Association, warned Nevadans Thursday to take precautions to protect themselves from credit union and bank imposter scams.

A 22-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of felony intimidation and threats to a public officer and other offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Barbara Ann (Bales) Morris. May 5, 1947-April 1, 2022 . Reunited with the love of her life, Ben, after succumbing to Sepsis/Septic Shock. She was surrounded by her family, cheering her on at the end of her earthly race.

Barbara loved her family, making crafts, using imagination, teaching and working with children. She was Grandma to so many “bonus” kids in her life, always cheering them on and freely giving out hugs and affection to anyone who needed it.

Troopers with the Nevada State Police Highway Patrol and other Nevada law enforcement agencies participating in the Joining Forces program will be increasing seat belt enforcement efforts throughout the state.

Nineteen Carson High School Fine Arts students were awarded Fine Arts Diploma Endorsements at the Senior Showcase event in Senator Square at Carson High Tuesday evening. The students honored will celebrate the achievement by wearing brown Fine Arts cords at graduation.

U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen’s office is hosting an in-person, drop-in office hours session for the public this Thursday, May 12, 2022, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the Carson City Library, located at 900 N. Roop St. in Carson City. No appointments are necessary.