UPDATE 2:30PM: The following is a news release from Carson City School District regarding implementation of cellphone pouches for middle and high school students:

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce a new school-based initiative aimed at enhancing the educational environment and minimizing distractions in classrooms. Starting August 19, 2024, all middle and high school students will be required to place their cellphones and other smart technology devices in locking pouches during school hours.

Carson City Search and Rescue is recruiting. Do you enjoy outdoor activities? Are you ready to learn new skills? Do you want to help your community?

Please join friends of Lucia Maloney for a Candidate Reception & Fundraiser benefiting Lucia Maloney for Carson City Supervisor - Ward 4. This event is hosted by Steve & Cyndy Brenneman at Carson City's Historic Bliss Mansion, 5:30-7:30pm, Saturday August 24th. This event is free & open to the public. Your RSVP is requested by not required. Learn more: 775.386.2836 / www.LuciaMaloney.com

On Saturday, August 17, from 10:00-11:00 am, Donna Inversin will speak on “The Historic Virginia and Truckee Trail: From Old Railroad to Future Rail Trail.”

Donna Inversin will give a presentation on the nonprofit’s effort to find the remaining sections of old rail bed routes to bring them together in order to build a multi-use path of between sixty and eighty miles, which will echo the Virginia and Truckee Railroad. The trail is being designed for the benefit and enjoyment of the citizens and visitors of Northern Nevada.

On Friday, August 16, from 10 to 11 a.m., Ross Mortensen will portray Jack Davis, honest Comstock miner turned stagecoach and train robber.

Jack Davis was a personable and educated miner who barely made a living in California's Tuolumne diggings. By 1859 Davis found himself in Virginia City, Nevada where he purchased and worked a stamp mill. Soon he found it was easier to make money at his secret business of robbing stagecoaches and trains.

Mile High Jazz Band Association presents Carson City’s 21st annual Jazz & Beyond Music Festival, with 11 days of free entertainment featuring 30 performances.

Metcalf Builders, an award-winning northern Nevada construction company, announced the recent groundbreaking of North Carson Crossing, which will include a Sprouts and Planet Fitness. The grocery store and gym will be located at 393 Market St., Suites 110 and 120, in Carson City.

I am writing this as a citizen and not as a volunteer for Carson City Parks and Open Space. You can address any comments to them if you like.

Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol division has identified a Lyon County man who died in the July 22 crash on US-50A near Inglewood Drive in Fernley.

An investigation by the Storey County Sheriff's Office into an incident where allegations of racist statements directed at a black man were made during Hot August Nights in Virginia City has ended with its findings sent to the county's district attorney for review, said Sheriff Mike Cullen via a social media release Monday.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is honored to announce that a drawing by DCSO Deputy Mariah West will be prominently displayed at the National Law Enforcement Museum, located next to the National Peace Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Over $100,000 will be up for grabs during the Atlantis Hot August Nights Celebration, which will showcase classic cars, live entertainment and fun promotions Monday, August 5 through Saturday, August 10.

Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church is excited to announce the arrival of their new Pastor, James Cleland, who will be installed on August 11, at 5:30 p.m. at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church in Carson City.

The nomination period for the Open Space Advisory Committee annual awards program is now open. Nominations will be accepted for recognition and appreciation for individuals or organizations that have demonstrated significant, exemplary, and dedicated service toward the mission and goals of the Carson City Open Space Program.

I love Nevada. Don’t you? Our motto? “I’ll keep my nose out of your business if you’ll keep your nose out of mine.” Facebook? While giving due credit to Brooklyn for a Nevada shoutout to Facebook, it sounds something like this: “Fuhgeddaboudit!”

First United Methodist Church in Carson City's Hosanna Handbell Ensemble is looking for new members.

Every month, the Park Rangers offer various ranger-led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun and exciting adventures.

The Carson City Community Emergency Response Team, also known as CERT, will be offering a free Basic Training Academy in mid-September 2024, and is accepting applications from persons interested in volunteering.

The Storey County Sheriff's Office is investigating an incident this weekend where racial slurs were allegedly directed at a black man during a Hot August Nights event in Virginia City.

On August 10, 2023, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City will host a Fun Shoot on our Sporting Clays Course from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Carson City’s rich and intriguing history officially celebrates 31 years of exploring, narrating and theatrically embracing the state capital's Victorian westside in seasonal evening walking tours, led by Madame Curry — a spirited and historically fictional character named after the widow of Carson City founder Abe Curry.

We are excited to have an opportunity on Thursday, August 8th at 5:30 pm at Silver Oak Golf Course Clubhouse at 1251 Country Club Drive, Carson City to answer your questions about the future of Carson City.

Feeding Pets of the Homeless, a national nonprofit organization based in Carson City, announces the 15th Annual Give a Dog a Bone Week, August 4-10, 2024. This year, we are introducing a new and dynamic fundraising component to our traditional pet food donation drive, allowing supporters to create their own fundraisers and rally their communities to support this vital cause.

Build2Win is sponsoring a workshop to understand the 2025 Carson City Budget.