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UPDATE: Carson Now reader Zachary Lucas took these outstanding photos Sunday morning of a large bird, possibly a vulture according to Carson Now reader feedback or, a hawk, perched atop the St. Peter's Episcopal Church steeple at the corner of Division and Telegraph streets in Carson City.

Forty students from Carson, Dayton, Douglas, and Whittell high schools have their work in the "Spring Forward 2024" art exhibition at the Brick. This delightful exhibit presents an array of imaginative projects based on students’ years of classroom study and their amazing craftsmanship.

Here's your calendar of events for Polecat Tavern for the weekend beginning April 11 thru April 14. If you haven't checked us out yet, we hope you will make it by.

The Carson City Fire Department would like to announce the start of the Spring 2024 Open Burn, with burning allowed from April 5 through May 26, dependent upon permit status and daily weather conditions.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of April 8-14, 2024. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Qualities of your elected Officials

Build2Win invites the public to attend an April 27 workshop that discusses the "Qualities for an Effective Elected Official."

MINDEN – The Safety Consultation and Training Section of the State of Nevada's Division of Industrial Relations recognizes Maxton Manufacturing Company in Minden, Nevada, for the successful renewal of the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP). Maxton has consistently earned this recognition since 2013, continuing its legacy of dedication to employee safety and going above and beyond on compliance.

In 1974, there was a dramatic breakthrough of the so-called stained glass ceiling that gave hope to Christian women everywhere. At a church in Philadelphia, a group of eleven women were ordained to the Episcopal priesthood in violation of the constitution and canons of the Episcopal Church — which at the time stated that only men were eligible for ordination. This story is told in a compelling new documentary The Philadelphia Eleven.

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Lisa Schuette, who has held the Ward 4 seat on the Carson City Board of Supervisors since 2021. She is currently seeking reelection to another four year term. In addition to her service on the board, Lisa is also a member of the Audit Committee, the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC), the Carson Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO), the Board of Health, the Redevelopment Authority, the Redevelopment Authority Citizens Committee, and the Parks and Recreation Commission.

On Saturday, April 13, The Nature Conservancy in Nevada will be hosting an open house at River Fork Ranch Preserve at 381 Genoa Lane, Minden. The event is free and open to the public.

April is National Autism Awareness month, and to raise awareness, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is displaying its annual wrapped vehicle with colorful puzzle pieces for the fifth year in a row.

For the past eight years, Campagni Auto Group’s Carson City Toyota has been a consistent supporter of local students' pursuit of higher education. This commitment to the community shines through in Campagni Auto Group's ongoing scholarship initiatives, which provide vital financial assistance to deserving students year after year.

Night in the Country moves to its new home The Grange July 25-27, 2024 with performances by Bailey Zimmerman, Riley Green, Randy Houser, and much, much more!

"What They Wore: An Intimate Look At Victorian Dress."

The Carson City Historical Society (CCHC) presents a Afternoon Tea, "Victorian Secrets With Tea." Tea will be served in the Carriage House behind the Foreman-Roberts Historic House at 1207 Carson Street, Carson City, on Saturday, April 27, 2024. The event will be from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Donna Inversin will be bringing back the popular Muscle Powered Easy Walk Program.

Walks will be most Tuesday mornings at 9AM. Walks will be 2-3 miles long on flat paved and stable surfaces. Walks will be 1 to 1.5 hours and will accommodate all levels of ability.

Cinza, our cat of the week, is still waiting for her forever home. This beautiful and playful kitty is ready to liven up your life and home.

A Living History performance by local authors and historians Gayle & David Woodruff. Fictive characters Clive and Vivian Sterling recount their lives working at a Washoe Valley Divorce Ranch in the 1940s, 50s and 60s.

Carson City's 99 Cents Only store will be closing along with nearly 400 others amid a national shutdown.

According to a new release issued by 99 Cents Only corporate, the company will be shutting down all 371 locations across the west in an “orderly wind-down.”

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A QUEST FOR PROOF: SPIRITUALISM IN THE VICTORIAN ERA
A spine-tingling hands-on lecture at the Historic Fourth Ward School Museum.
April 20, 2024: Spirits, Seers, and Seances
Time: 7 pm to 10 pm (check in starting at 6:30 pm)
Ticket Price: $75
Tickets at: https://hauntedcomstock.com

Learn what Spiritualism is and why people in the Victorian Era were obsessed with it and just how far that obsession went.

Carson City Fire Department and multiple agencies are hosting the 2nd Annual Wildfire Education/Preparedness Workshop for the community.

With the long winter of rain and snow, we have the potential for a busy fire season. Residents are encouraged to register for the free workshop to help prepare for wildfires in our community. Registration at carson.org/wildfire.

It seems like every month has several dedicated causes attached to it. April is national child abuse awareness month, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. Lyon County Human Services, DCFS, Juvenile Probation, the District Attorney’s Office and other groups works diligently, on a daily basis in an attempt to prevent child abuse and neglect.

We all know how hard it can be to be a teenager. We’ve all experienced the challenges of being too young and too old at the same time. We’ve been bored or too busy. We felt lonely or overwhelmed. Parents didn’t know what to do with us. That part of growing up never changes.

Take Back Day offers convenient ways to dispose of unneeded medications

National Take Back events offer safe ways to dispose of expired or unneeded prescription drugs.

As part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties (HCC), AmeriCorps members with HCC, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office and the Storey County Sheriff’s Office will come together to host drop off locations for unneeded medications in Virginia City, Dayton and Silver Springs.

No needles will be accepted at these sites.

The annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale is back May 11 at the Greenhouse Project in Carson City, located behind Carson High School at 1111 Saliman Road.

Participants will be able to select a number of nursery plants ranging from vegetables and fruits to landscape plants, all grown specifically to adhere to our high desert climate.

Much colder temperatures with bouts of gusty wind, valley rain and Sierra snow are expected overnight into Friday around Carson City, Carson Valley and surrounding counties, according to the National Weather Service. Temperatures will warm slightly Saturday and Sunday.

The State Board of Education is preparing to launch a survey gathering feedback on later high school start times, but is no longer planning to pursue a regulation that would have allowed for the concept to be put into practice.

The highly anticipated 2024 Carson-Tahoe Home Show is set to take place on Saturday, June 22, 2024, through Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the Carson Mall Shopping Center located on South Carson Street in Carson City.

Jo Lown, president and CEO of Bully’s Sports Bar & Grill, a popular northern Nevada staple for food, beverage and sporting events on the big screen, is selling the company. Lown is stepping down after 25 years as owner and operator to spend more time with her family and is selling Bully’s to Ron Winchell, owner of Las Vegas-based ECL Gaming.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors voted Thursday to deny the liquor license application appeal of Remedy’s Bar, upholding a previous denial by the liquor hearing’s officer.

Health foodies rejoice: The popular health food grocery chain Sprouts Farmers Market has applied for a business permit for a new proposed business complex to be built between Walmart and Home Depot on Market Street in Carson City.

Carson City has a new mayor. At least for the day.

On Thursday during the Board of Supervisors meeting, Carson City resident Charlee Dobson was sworn in as Junior Mayor for a Day by Justice of the Peace Kristin Luis.

Lyon County Sheriff's Office deputies and Central Lyon County Fire Department were dispatched Wednesday evening, around 5:40 p.m., to the area of Woodlake Circle, in Dayton for a brush fire. Citizens reported seeing juveniles in the area setting the fire.

The Carson Fly Fishing Club is holding a Tie-A-Thon on Saturday, April 13, 2024. The purpose of the this event is to tie flies for the High Sierra Fly Casters to use in their programs. All Fly Tiers are Invited. A sandwich lunch and raffle will take place.

Finding affordable dental care for children can be a challenge. To help with this, the Nevada Health Centers Mobile Dental Services program will be visiting Carson City next week with stops at Empire Elementary and Carson High.

July 13, 2024

Come and see the 7th annual Downtown Carson City Revival Car Show on Carson Street in Carson City from 9am to 2pm. We expect 400 cars and will have wonderful raffle prizes. You can guess on the jellybean jar, complete a poker walk or participate in a photo scavenger hunt. Many celebrity judges will join us and select their favorite car. You will have a wonderful day. See the cars, support local charities, have lunch at a local restaurant.

The State Public Works Division announced the launch of a comprehensive tree inventory project on the capitol grounds in Carson City that began March 25.

The Carson City School District, on behalf of the Carson City Schools Foundation, is pleased to announce mini and department grant winners for Spring 2024. Each semester, the foundation gives back to educators and students alike. This last semester, CCSF awarded a total of $8,530 in mini-grants as well as grants for a department, school or grade-level projects.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City branch Pet of the Week is Smokey, a lovable and sociable 6-year-old male dog who adores spending time outdoors, whether it’s going for walks or playing in the yard.

Do you have a kiddo who loves to read? Or a kiddo who needs incentive to read more?

In-N-Out is offering a free hamburger or cheeseburger to members of the Cover to Cover Club. Read five books or 300 minutes to join the ranks!

Registration is underway for the inaugural Carson City Sheriff's Office K9 Unit golf tournament happening May 4 at the Silver Oak Golf Course in Carson City.

One of two suspects has been arrested in a case involving a series of commercial burglaries in March on East William Street, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office detective.

Burlington in south Carson City will close April 19, according to a company spokeswoman in emails.

The Carson City store, which opened in 2008, is a national off-price department store retailer.

Piers and docks around Lake Tahoe are a precious commodity, and many local fishing and boating businesses are trying to find new, and more economical, ways for their customers to board their vessels.

The Carson City Leisure Hour Club continues its 127th year with a presentation by Donna Inversin, President and Founding Board Member of the Historic Virginia & Truckee Trail. At a club dinner meeting on Thursday, April 18, Ms. Inversin will describe the nonprofit’s effort to find remaining sections of old rail beds and stitch them together to build an 80-mile Rail-Trail.

The Division of Child and Family Services, Nevada’s Department of Health and Human Services, invites the community to participate in the second annual Walk Us Home 5K for Foster Homes on April 27 in Carson City.

Healthy Communities offers strategies for preventing youth vaping

DAYTON — Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties will offer a free information night for parents and other community members on the health risks of youth vaping, strategies for preventing vaping and ways to support youth in leading healthy lives.

Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play promoted by the National Parks Trust. This year, the event will be hosted on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Mills Park. Kids to Parks Day will include many outdoor activities for kids and families including the third annual Jr Park Ranger Olympics. There will also be food and music!

CONNECTIONS brings people together to share stories, engage in conversation, and learn how to strengthen and build meaningful relationships that bring more joy to ourselves and to others.

This week marks the beginning of Capitol City Gun Club’s Spring Trap, 5-Stand and Sporting Clays leagues. The Sporting Clays league begins on Wednesday, April 3 at 3 pm.

Changes in Nevada’s minimum wage will begin July 1, with the third and final incremental increase to bring the state's minimum wages to $12 an hour, the Nevada Office of the Labor Commissioner announced Tuesday.

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