The Rotary Club of Carson City awarded this year’s Carson City School District’s Professional Development Center Grant to the “Literacy and Love of Reading through Social Studies” project.

The proposal was submitted by the District’s Curriculum & Assessment Coordinator Brittany Witter. Club members surprised Witter with the award at the school district offices this week.

UPDATE: Full results of the the K9 Unit Challenge are forthcoming. We know that Carson City Sheriff's Office K9 Unit took the "Top Agency" award and Lyon County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit took the "Top Dog" category. We will update with more photos of the event taken by Carson Now readers.
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On Saturday, local law enforcement agencies gathered at Fuji Park for a K9 showcase as part of the 2023 K9 Unit Challenge.

Apprehension and Agility events were on full display at Fuji’s main arena, where bleachers were provided for public viewing (and cheering).

If you regret not enrolling in Western Nevada College classes at the start of the Fall 2023 semester, there still is time to take the classes you desire and receive full credit.

More than 20 late-start classes begin on Monday, Oct. 23, providing students with the flexibility to work toward their higher education goals this semester.

This week the senior in the spotlight is Madeline Silsby. Maddie, as she’s known by, is an exceptional young woman, dedicated to her studies, her school, and her community. Just by looking at Maddie’s transcript, you can see how strong a student she is.

The Carson Valley Arts Council is pleased to present an evening with The Bow Ties. The band will perform at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda in Minden, at 7 p.m. Friday, November 10, 2023.

Polka Dot Powerhouse celebrates the month of November with gratitude.
Come join the areas most dynamic women's group for business and personal connection,
collaboration, celebration and more!
Our special speaker will definitely leave you feeling more thankful.

Thursday Nov. 16th at Juan's Cantina Downtown Carson. 11:30 to 1:30

Call or email Monica with questions or to register
775 315 1020
ccpolkadots@gmail.com
or visit our website to register polkadotpowerhouse.com

On Sunday, October 29, 2023, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City, NV will host a Halloween Fun Shoot from 9:00am to 5:30pm.

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

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

All artists and vendors are encouraged to apply for participation in the 3rd Annual Ag & Artisan Holiday Faire on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the historic Storke Dairy at 876C Centerville Lane in Gardnerville. This is a wonderful event, with children from 4-H and FFA showing their animals, roping demonstrations, animal exhibits, antique farm implements, food and beverages, and a hay auction to benefit our local 4-H and FFA programs.

Our event draws families who want to do a little holiday shopping before the Parade of Lights, making a day of it!

Dayton’s The Misfits Theater Group presents High Jinks on the Home Front or Who Gets the Gizmo

This is the last weekend to see Dayton's Misfits Theater Group's fall production.

Head down to CCTop Music, Arts and Beyond today, Friday Oct. 20, to celebrate their one year anniversary.

Since October 2022, CCTop has been offering an always-rotating variety of items including custom jewelry, handmade gifts, seasonally themed decor, and of course: everything music.

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Chris Martinovich, PE, Transportation Manager at Carson City Public Works. He is project manager for Preserve Carson City Roads, a campaign designed to educate Carson City drivers about current roadway conditions, preservation solutions, potential funding sources, and what will happen if sufficient investments are not made to preserve our roads. Chris' presentation will be a status report on progress his project team has made to date.

Carson City Republican Party will be hosting our first Town Hall meeting on October 24, 2023. We will hold this event in the Craft 55 Room of the Casino Fandango, 3800 Carson Street, Carson City. The Town Hall meeting will start at 6 PM. Everyone is welcome, as these are your elected officials. Assemblyman P.K. O'Neill, Mayor Lori Bagwell, and Clerk-Recorder Scott Hoen will be our elected officials for this Town Hall. We are sure you have questions, and here is your opportunity to ask the questions. We are asking for a $10 donation. We look forward to seeing you there.

Nashville Social Club, Carson City’s hub for servin’ up southern cuisine, crazy cool cocktails and killer live music is celebrating one of the south’s beloved dishes in honor of its special day, National Chicken ‘N Waffles Day. On Friday, Oct. 20, Nashville Social Club will offer patrons a complimentary sample of their NSC Chicken ‘N Waffle in honor of the national day.

Happy Thursday, Carson City! Let's take a look to see what the weekend has in store for us.

Free Community Christmas Concert featuring Justin Gambino & Full Band Friday December 1st. Doors Open at 6:30pm.

NV Energy and the Nevada Department of Transportation are announcing brief closures of Interstate 580 between northern Carson City and Washoe Valley during the morning of Sunday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 29.

The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada and the Nevada State Museum are teaming up to throw a neighborhood Halloween Block Party this Friday night, Oct. 20, 2023 from 5-8 p.m.

Happy Thursday Carson City, and say hello to Monty!

Monty is an 8-year-old guy who has been at the shelter for nearly nine months. He is currently hanging out in foster care to give him a break from the shelter life.

The Nevada Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation and Technology, E-Rate Central and Fatbeam met Tuesday at the Carson City School District to celebrate the establishment of a high-speed Fiber Wide Area Network project, marking a new era of connectivity and technological advancement, which will significantly enhance the educational landscape for students and educators in Carson City.

Carson City residents who love a little “me time” will rejoice with the opening of the Bonaldi Aesthetics Med Spa at 1910 E. College Parkway next to Bella Salon.

The location is no coincidence, said owner Tierra Bonaldi, as she is family members with the owner of Bella Salon and the two businesses will work in tandem to offer everything a self-care enthusiast might need.

Looking for a way to enjoy this wonderful weather and support the community at the same time? Carson Safe Grad is accepting late registration to their largest fundraiser of the year.

UPDATE: We've got notice that this event has been canceled. Check back for a future reschedule date.
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Join the fun this Sunday Oct. 22 at A to Zen in Carson City. A live jam session is planned on site, so bring your axe and jam with us. If you sing, come up and sing with us. The event is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

With multiple state job openings and a need to fill those positions, the state is holding hiring fairs at the Nevada State Library & Archive building in Carson City. The next hiring fair is this Saturday, Oct. 21 and is aimed at those looking for jobs in public safety, law enforcement and the Nevada Gaming Control Board.