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Every day counts in a child’s education and School Attendance Matters. Chronic absenteeism has been defined as missing at least 10 percent of days in a school year for any reason, including excused and unexcused absences.

The Carson City School District has hovered around 25% chronic absenteeism. While most schools in the district don’t average as high as the overall rate, hearing about the alarming statistic has motivated a few community partners including Mayor Lori Bagwell.

Carson Valley Days is back this week beginning Thursday in Douglas County.

The annual event is on its 114th year, and is hosted by the Carson Valley Active 20-30 Club. This year’s theme is “MCV: Music in Carson Valley.”

While we're in late spring, temperatures Wednesday and Thursday will feel more like a summer heat wave, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Heat Advisory for the Carson City area and throughout western Nevada.

More controversies are coming out of the May 21 Douglas County School Board and this time one of the issues isn’t what’s happening at the meetings, but rather, what isn’t.

Attendees of the meetings have pointed out that the board’s attorney, Joey Gilbert, spends time on his phone during the school board meetings during which he is paid $325 an hour.

A 46-year-old Carson City man was arrested Sunday for suspicion of prohibited firearms possession, discharging a firearm at a structure and drawing deadly weapon, according to the Carson City Sheriff's Office.

Beginning Monday, June 10, drivers will see extensive lane reductions as the Nevada Department of Transportation launches major construction as part of a continuing highway improvement project to reconstruct U.S. 395 through downtown Gardnerville.

This Thursday, June 6th beginning at 7pm, drop on in to Open Mic at Polecat Tavern.

Informative classes on Orthodox Christianity for inquirers are held weekly at St. Sebastian Orthodox Church: the next one is this evening, Wednesday, June 5, at 7:00 p.m. at 1819 N. Carson Street.

This Friday at 7pm, Keith Alan Barnett is on the Polecat Stage.

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Seven Free Adult Tickets for the LGBTQ+ & Friends Social Left. Get your request to wnvlgbtq@gmail.com now!

On Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at approximately 9:30 a.m., the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit attempted to apprehend a known felony warrant suspect known to them as Steven White.

A celebration life for Robert Trent Sullivan (12/3/44-1/12/24) will be held on Friday, June 21st at 5:30pm at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City. All are welcome to come share stories and enjoy his favorite local jazz.

Carson City emergency crews were called to a crash Tuesday afternoon at I-580 near US-50 East. The crash was reported to Nevada State Police at 3:51 p.m.

A self-admitted man of few words, Jonathan Hall succinctly but perfectly summed up his 85th birthday Tuesday: “It’s the best birthday yet.” On the same day he turned 85, his son Karsten Hall was promoted to the rank of Colonel in the Nevada Army Guard — right on the senior Hall’s front porch in the Capital City.

Saturday, June 15th at 7pm, Polecat Tavern presents Mat Pope, Fabulous country singer from Phoenix, Arizona. Style ranges from Johnny Cash to Ricky Nelson style music.

Every Thursday evening, join your musical friends for Open Mic at Polecat Tavern. Starts at 7pm with signups at 6:30. Bring your fiends to cheer you on.

Carson City eateries will take to the streets at the center of the capital city June 15 for the 30th Taste of Downtown, a long tradition to benefit the city's shelter for domestic violence victims.

On Friday, June 7, from 10 to 11 am, Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park presents David and Gayle Woodruff as Elias J. "Lucky" Baldwin and his daughter Anita in a Chautauqua performance.

United States Postal Service Hiring Event on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, 11:00am-1:0

United States Postal Service is hiring full and part time postal carriers for positions in Reno, Sparks, and surrounding areas!

Interested in experiencing the thrill of flight in a single engine aircraft? The Carson City EAA Chapter 403 is hosting another Young Eagles event at the Carson City Airport. This event is free and is open to kids ages 8-17 years of age.

Plumas Bank is accepting entries for their 2024 “Community Pride” photo competition. Community members can submit photos of the beautiful main streets, community landmarks and country landscapes that represent Plumas Bank’s branch service areas. This includes Carson City among 10 counties across Northeastern California and Northern Nevada.

Seniors can Prevent (or slow) Cognitive Decline. Critical thinking, along with exercise, diet, sleep, and socializing are the key components to keeping a healthy brain.

Informative classes on Orthodox Christianity for inquirers are held weekly at St. Sebastian Orthodox Church: the next one is Wednesday, June 5, at 7:00 p.m. at 1819 N. Carson Street.

On Saturday, June 8th beginning at 7pm, Polecat Tavern is honored to have Catesby Jones on our stage.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department and School District will conduct a training exercise Tuesday, June 4 at Carson High School.

The Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department regrettably announces that the Therapy Pool at the Carson Aquatic Facility will be closed until emergency repairs to the filtration system can be made.

Carson City Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue, in collaboration with the Carson City Fire Department’s Swift Water Rescue Team, successfully conducted a joint swift water training on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at the Carson River near Deer Run Road.

The Golf Lodge, located at 4530 S. Carson St., will become Carson City’s first golf simulator and bar beginning in August, fulfilling owner Alec Emmons’ lifelong dream of being a business owner.

HCCs June 13 public meeting includes guest speakers and breakfast

Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties’ June 13, 2024 public meeting includes presentations on both the Parkinson's Support Center of Northern Nevada, and Carson City Health and Human Services’ Epidemiology Division.

A 30-year-old man was arrested Saturday for allegedly sexually assaulting his juvenile daughter, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Tails & Tires

Tail & Tires — a free trail safety workshop will be held at the Douglas County Fairgrounds on Wednesday, June 5.

The Carson City Community Emergency Response Team, in conjunction with the Carson City Fire Department (CCFD), will conduct a formal U.S. flag retirement ceremony on Flag Day, Friday, June 14, at 3:30 p.m. at CCFD Station 52, located at 2400 College Parkway.

Carson County 4-H would like to invite you to Summer Camp! Three days of day camp take place in June here in Carson City.

Have you ever wondered how long the ‘C’ has been atop C-Hill in Carson City? Well, this year will mark the 100-year anniversary of the beloved landmark. First constructed in 1924, the symbol has stood as a testament to community spirit and school pride, has remained visible for miles around and has been cherished by generations of residents and alumni alike.

Carson Tahoe Health invites you to their Diabetes Education and General Nutrition Counseling Clinic on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, from 4 to 5 p.m. The event will take place at the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, in the Valley View Room on the 3rd floor.

Carson City Camp GOTR: Carson City Camp Girls on The Run Sierras is a week-long, half-day camp at the Carson City Community Center from August 5 to August 9.

4-H presents the Carson Cluckers. Come learn more about poultry and what our club has to offer. Meet our new group lead Micheal, who brings years of experience to the poultry industry. Make friends and learn life skills! For more information, please call (775) 887-2252 or email KristinaWillliams@unr.edu.

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.

NV Energy is proposing to raise its flat rate for service across Northern Nevada while lowering how much customers pay for actual energy use — a move watchdog groups say penalizes customers with low incomes or those who curb their power usage through conservation or by adding rooftop solar installations.

Long time Carson City Resident Monica Marcinko recently released her second children's book "Santa Manners."

First Presbyterian Church in Carson City will host its annual garage sale Friday and Saturday to support the preservation of its Old Sanctuary.

Inspired by Carson City’s, “Connections,” a friend of mine, Baobab, is constructing an emerging theology, and has agreed to an interview.

Three people have been booked into Lyon County Jail for their alleged involvement in the April burglary of a residence and outbuildings in Yerington, according to Sheriff Brad Pope.

Those that Survived: A Chautauqua Presentation will feature local authors and historians David & Gayle Woodruff who assume the characters of James Reed and his wife Margret, who were the original organizers of the infamous Donner Party of 1846.

More than $50 million has been approved to build a new Justice Center in Douglas County. In 1980, with a population of 19,400, the County relocated several County Departments to a newly constructed two-story Justice & Law Enforcement Center located at 1038 Buckeye Road in Minden.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting takes place Thursday, June 6 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

Carson High School proudly celebrated the graduation of 483 seniors during the 2024 Commencement Ceremonies held Saturday, June 1, 2024. The event, which took place at the Carson High Football Field, was a momentous occasion for the students, their families and the entire Carson High community.

Get ready for the Annual NAA “Spirit of America” judged art show! The Nevada Artists Association Gallery will take entries on Saturday, June 15, 2024. Entries will be accepted from 9:00am-12:00pm only at the Gallery, 449 W. King Street, Carson City. There is a 3 entry limit per person. You do not have to follow the theme.

All are invited to participate or come and see vehicles at the Revving up for Jack benefit car show happening today, Sunday, at Bully's Sports Bar and Grill in Carson City.

On Friday a jury in Manhattan District Court found Donald Trump guilty of 34 felonies. He was charged with illegally falsifying business records to conceal hush money payments he made to Stormy Daniels, a woman with whom he had had a brief sexual encounter.

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