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Spectacular color fills the morning sky over Carson City on Tuesday morning.

The Carson Baseball Booster Club is looking for players, sponsors and/or raffle items for its 3rd Annual Cornhole Tournament benefiting the Carson High School Baseball Program.

I’m a bit jealous of the weather folks. It seems like they can be wrong 99% of the time and receive an award for it. The rest of us? We get held accountable for everything we say.

So, in fear and trepidation, I am going to step out and risk being wrong. Hey! I’ve been married for over 41 years, so I’m used to being wrong… a lot!

Some things to consider as we enter into a Presidential election year. Both major political parties would love to score a “victory” for their side in tax law changes in order to gain potential votes.

Tux: the official Linux mascot

Curious about Linux? Long time user? Join us for the February meeting of the Carson City Linux Users Group.

We meet on the third Saturday of each month, and have great information and discussions of interest to any level of experience with Linux.

Free Tickets, Luncheon, Social, Gay, LGBTQ, PFLAG, Carson City, Sassafras

Be one of nine folks - who could otherwise not afford to attend the Social - to get free tickets. Reserve your free ticket by Saturday, February 10th. Email your request to wnvlgbtq@gmail.com.

Chapter 7 of the Disabled American Veterans will be meeting at a new location on Feb. 19 at 5:30 pm. The New location will be the Carson City Airport 2600 E College Pkwy in Carson City, Nevada.

Coming up on February 17th, It's RichyRich! This guy know what songs you like and he plays them well. One of our favorites! Hope you can make it!

Nashville Social Club is thrilled to announce a headline performance by Lydia Pense and Cold Blood at Swan Music Hall on Saturday, Feb. 17 at 7:30 pm. as part of their Cold Blue Heart Album Release Tour. Steeped in musical history since the Fillmore era, Lydia Pense's captivating vocals and Cold Blood's unique blend of funk, soul, and R&B promises an unforgettable night.

The Nevada Day, Inc. Board of Directors announced Monday the 2024 Nevada Day Parade Grand Marshal will be well known country singer and horse activist Lacy J. Dalton.

Members of the Bahá’i community of Carson City invite the public to a series of conversations on spiritual growth and unity. Meeting each Sunday at 2:00PM at the Wungnema House in Mills Park, 900 N Saliman Rd.

Four people were found dead in a Roger Avenue home Monday morning in South Lake Tahoe, Calif. The victims, three men and one woman, are believed to be in their 30s or 40s.

Dear Rep Amodei, While we were originally encouraged with the first paragraph of your email (Amodei Report: Shutdown Deja Vu – 1-19-24), it became apparent that you were blaming Democrats for the impending shutdown. And once again, we found your reasoning to be less than satisfactory.

Free Tickets, Luncheon, Social, Gay, LGBTQ, PFLAG, Carson City, Sassafras

Nine Free "Social Scholarships" are available for those who otherwise couldn't afford to attend the Feb. 24 Event, 2-5PM at Sassafras in Carson City.

Email your request today: wnvlgbtq@gmail.com. Tickets sponsored by Members of the Social and sponsor PFLAG Carson Region.

Carson City resident Travis Skaggs has long enjoyed working with wood to create hand-crafted one-of-a-kind art for his home or to give to friends and family as gifts. He has crafted furniture, wooden toys, specialty small boxes, and whatever “strikes is fancy,” which currently is the crafting and designing of charcuterie boards now so in vogue.

Atlantis Steakhouse and Spa Atlantis have earned the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award, placing them on an exclusive list of properties recognized for luxurious offerings and exceptional guest service.

A 34-year-old man was arrested Sunday for suspicion of DUI, speeding, failure to maintain a lane of travel, driving on a sidewalk and reckless driving, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

The KRD, a classic rock duo out of Dayton will be at Bella Vita Bistro in Carson City this Friday night Feb. 16 starting at 5:30pm until 8:00, on the indoor patio. Kirk and Reba have been performing together for over 30 years, getting their start together in the casinos in the early 90's.

The Nevada Artists Association is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Winter Show. This is the first judged show of the year and will run until March 22.

Informative classes on Orthodox Christianity for inquirers are held weekly at St. Sebastian Orthodox Church: the next one is Wednesday, February 14 at 6:30 p.m. at 1819 N. Carson Street. See our class and service schedule on our Facebook page (St. Sebastian Serbian Orthodox Mission Parish), our website stsebastianmission.org, or contact us at 775-546-5054, frnormanccnv@gmail.com.

The southern access to Mills Park from Mills Lane, Oxoby Loop, and amenities including the pickleball courts, will be closed Monday, Feb. 12 to Friday, Feb. 16, for tree maintenance of the large Cottonwood trees.

Hindu invocation is scheduled to be read for the first time in the Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories in Yellowknife (Canada) on June five, containing verses from world’s oldest extant scripture.

Road Maintenance

Carson City's Build2Win is sponsoring a workshop to understand proposed General Improvement Districts (GID) for road maintenance.

Anyone who has visited my home, “Twain Haven,” has met my pet Jay, my pal, “Huckleberry.” And these welcome visitors have heard my accounts of what lengths Huckleberry will go to, to get my attention, from tapping on the window with his beak, to faking his own death.

Although gardeners love plants, few of us love weeds. Although it seems absurd to talk about weeds while there is snow on the ground, the Boy Scouts say, “Be Prepared!” If you want to do less pulling or hoeing of weeds in spring and summer, consider applying a pre-emergent herbicide relatively soon.

CARSON CITY — After 30 years of public service to the State of Nevada, Department of Motor Vehicles Director Julie Butler has announced her intent to retire on March 1, 2024.

The Rotary Club of Carson City is looking for talented young musicians to take part in the club’s annual music contest. The contest is open to students in the 9th-12th grades, or 14-18 years of age for home schooled or non-traditionally schooled students.

Nevada sports betting operators were certain the 2023 Super Bowl in Phoenix — a marquee matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs — would smash the game’s wagering record.

With "abandon" as its January theme, there was a four-way tie for first place among Carson City area photographers in the monthly Carson City Photo Club competition.

CARSON CITY — The Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation is nearing the finish line for Phase 1 rollout of Nevada’s Unemployment Insurance modernization project. DETR’s older UINV Employer Self Service (ESS) will be taken offline Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Feb. 12-18, 2024. Lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Sunset from the Koontz Lane trailhead of Prison Hill in Carson City.

By Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer & Henry Shields

Carson Valley Community Theatre Presents “The Play That Goes Wrong, High School Edition” By Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sawer & Henry Shields. A Collaboration with Douglas High School, Directed by Renee Kaldor

You never know what’s coming next in the hilarious comedy/whodunnit where nothing goes according to plan.

Photo Exhibit, Gardnerville, Garden, Wild Red Clover, Local, Art Show

New artwork is up at Gardnerville’s favorite café – DST Coffee. Come enjoy the café’s beverages and food. Find your favorite photograph and claim it as yours. From nearly 40 matted photographs to ten large, framed ones, you’re bound to see something you love.

Image courtesy of TV station Fox11 in Reno

Carson City Historical Society (CCHC) announces guest speaker Michael J. Smith will present a talk on African Americans and the Arts at their Thursday, February 29, 2024, lecture presentation as part of Black History Month.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office received information on February 10th of an alleged Sex Trafficking operation out of California that had arrived in the local area on February 9th.

The original information alleged that approximately 9 persons were involved, including 3 males who were significantly armed. Due to the nature of the sex trafficking operation, the FBI’s Human Exploitation and Trafficking (HEAT) Task Force was immediately engaged to assist.

Play one of the best courses in Northern Nevada by joining the Washoe Valley Champions Golf Club (WVCGC). Applications are being accepted and are available at the Toiyabe Golf Club pro shop or by calling Bruce Kozak, club secretary, at 330-651-4948 or e-mail; bfkozak@gmail.com.

Nevada State Museum Coin Press & Membership Programs Manager, Kelly Brant, will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting.

The public is invited to attend the luncheon which takes place Tuesday, February 13th at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom.

UPDATE 12:55 p.m.: Multiple suspects are in custody. Investigation is on-going. There is no immediate threat to the public. Shelter in place has been lifted. Press release to follow.

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The Carson City Sheriff's Office is serving a search warrant in the area of Sonoma Street and Carson Street.

The public is asked to avoid the area. If you are in the area of Carson Street and Sonoma Street, you are asked to shelter in place unless otherwise advised by law enforcement.

Updates to follow.

A 60 or 90 minute massage gift certificate, a dozen roses and Fidget Friends fro

Need a last minute Valentine's gift? JJLMT Massage and Bodyworks has got your back! Pre-order a dozen roses, a gift certificate for a 60 or 90 minute massage, and pick an adorable Fidget Friend, for pick up on Tuesday the 13th, just in time for Valentine's Day!

Color of roses may vary according to availability.

Roses, fidget and 60 minute massage - $110
Roses, fidget and 90 minute massage - $150

Call 775-480-1015 to order!

Why TNR Matters
The benefits of TNR are manifold, impacting not just the cats but the community at large. Here's how:
Controls Population: By spaying and neutering. TNR programs effectively control the population of community cats, reducing the number of kittens born on the streets.

Carson City Little League registration is now open for the 2024 season.

Looking for love this Valentines Day? Come to Catmandu this weekend and meet Frank!

Speaking at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Matt Sampson, Director of Operations at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada. Sampson has been involved with the Boys & Girls Club for more than two decades.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada serve more than 2,500 youth each year in Carson City and the Carson Valley. The club offers youth programming in core areas, including character, leadership, sports, healthy lifestyles, the arts, STEM, and education, offering free tutoring for students after school.

Super Bowl Sunday, Super Bowl party, food

Join us for Super Bowl Sunday! The games starts at 3:30 PM, but we will have bowling, pool, darts and free Cornhole all day long! There will be food and drink specials, and raffles every quarter! The HomeGrown Bar is located inside HomeGrown Bowl (formally Carson Lanes), at 4600 Snyder Ave, Carson City.

Live Music, HomeGrown Bowl, Carson Entertainment, Things to do in Carson City

The HomeGrown Bar is excited to present our first Saturday Night Live Music February 10th at 7pm. Join us in welcoming The Green Lotus Band to our stage! This local band plays a range of music from Classic Rock, to Blues-Rock-Funk, and original compositions. The music is free. The HomeGrown Bar is located inside HomeGrown Bowl (formally Carson Lanes), at 4600 Snyder Ave, Carson City. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office SWAT and Special Enforcement units took 30-year-old Aaron Friesen, (9/13/93) into custody at approximately 2:35 p.m. at a downtown North Curry Street residential Inn. Friesen had been identified as one of two suspects who attempted a forceful kidnapping on February 8, 2024 at the 1300 block of Fleetwood Avenue in Carson City.

UPDATE: The area is clear, a kidnapping suspect was taken into custody. More here: https://www.carsonnow.org/story/02/09/2024/kidnapping-suspect-taken-cust...

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The Carson City Sheriff's Office is reporting Police Activity in the North Curry Street area.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is serving a warrant in the area  of North Curry Street and West Robinson St. The public is asked to avoid the area.

Carson High School hosted a Miracle Minute fundraiser this morning for all those wishing to donate to support the Rodriguez family.

The fundraiser was held during the school’s A3 class period where students, teachers and employees were able to make donations for 1 minute, pooling their money into an envelope in their classrooms.

60 years ago in February of 1964, The Beatles made their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan show. Beatles Flashback will be celebrating that historic event with this special show.

Come watch the Big Game with your friends at Polecat Tavern on the 75" TV on Sunday February 11. We are open at 3pm.

Jill made Jello Shots!

Polecat Tavern
260 W Winnie Lane
Carson City, NV 89703

21+ only, Non-Smoking

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