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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 City Sheriff's Office is ramping up for the 2023 K9 Unit Challenge, happening this Saturday, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Fuji Park in Carson City.

The event, open and free for the public to watch, features dozens of K9s from multiple agencies that will compete in three primary events: Patrol apprehension, odor detection, and agility.

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.

Christine Lucille (Tassi) Reed passed away unexpectedly October 12, 2023 while with her grandson and daughter.

Born June 2, 1942, in Compton, California, Christine’s family settled in Susanville. Nick-named "Sassy Tassy" she was popular amongst her peers, a cheerleader and member of many school clubs. After graduating from Lassen High School she remained in California before moving to Carson City, Nevada in 1997.

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

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Carson City Supervisors vote to reinstate business license for the Frontier Motel under the legal name of Five Star Motel LLC., doing business as the Royal Inn Motel.

Supervisors revoked the business license in 2021 after the motel was shut down by the Carson City Health Department due to a number of health code violations, as well as frequent visits from law enforcement.

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.

After serving fifteen years in office as a First Judicial District Court Judge, James E. Wilson, Jr. announced his retirement. Judge Wilson was first elected to office in 2008 and has been re-elected two times since then.

Drug Take Back Day is October 28 this year

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.

Thursday 8 Ball BCA Scotch Doubles Pool League

Photo of a cow, says Ag & Artisan Holiday Faire, Saturday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 4

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!

On Thursday morning, deputies were dispatched to a residence on Westcreek Lane in Carson City on report of an illegally parked RV.

When deputies arrived, they found the RV in front of a residence where a man was sitting in the front yard. The man looked at deputies, stood up, and went inside.

Who Gets the Gizmo

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.

Don't miss your change to hear the Fascinating and sometimes Scandalous story of the rarely mentioned 4th Partner of the "Bonanza Firm": Mackay - Fair - Flood - O'Brien. Piper's Opera House, Virginia City, October 26th at 7:00 pm. The Presenter is Brenda "Doc" Findley.

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.

Ignacio Prado has noticed a change at Futuro Academy in East Las Vegas ever since the pandemic: More parents are keeping their kids at home if they are sick.

It’s a factor that Prado, the K-5 charter school’s executive director, says is contributing to the school’s absenteeism rates, which decreased in the 2022-23 school year from the year before (from 57 percent to 38 percent) but remains much higher than before the pandemic (28 percent).

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.

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The Carson City Republican Party will meet on October 26, 2023, at the Casino Fandango, 3800 S. Carson Street, Carson City. We are holding our meetings in the Craft 55 Room starting at 6:30.

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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.

UPDATE 4PM: The water main leak has been repaired and Dayton Valley Road is now open to normal traffic.
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A water main leak Thursday afternoon on Dayton Valley Road in Dayton has prompted temporary lane restrictions, Lyon County officials said.

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.

Nevada State Police, High Patrol Division has identified two from Fallon who died Monday, Oct. 16, in a two vehicle crash involving a semi-truck.

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

Returning for its final weekend where theatre goers are transported into a live, black and white world of suspense and intrigue, local troupe Proscenium Players, Inc., rounds out Friday, Saturday and Sunday with "Rope," a gripping play originally created by Patrick Hamilton and later transformed into a cinematic masterpiece by the legendary Alfred Hitchcock.

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

A 28-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of felony burglary, possession of stolen property and drug possession among other offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

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 Capital City Community Band will present its annual Nevada Day concert at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, immediately following the parade, in the Capital Amphitheater in Carson City.

The concert will feature a variety of music, from Broadway show tunes to marches and patriotic songs. A special feature will be “Home Means Nevada” arranged by Marine Band Sgt. Scott Ninmer.

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.

Fall in the High Sierras

Mountain bike scenery enroute to Marlette Lake via North Canyon.

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.

Fall adds new color to Carson City.

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.

All artists and vendors are encouraged to apply for participation in the inaugural Brewery Arts Holiday Bazaar & Market happening Dec. 16 in Carson City. This regional retail experience will highlight art, crafts, interactive activities, food, drinks, music and more.

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.

The Carson City Fire Department would like to announce the start of the Fall 2023 Open Burn, with burning allowed from Saturday, Oct. 21 through Dec. 17, 2023 dependent upon permit status and daily weather conditions.

October 21, 2023 Carson High Safe Grad Fun Run

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.

The Retired Investigators Guild and the University of Nevada, Reno jointly presented a posthumous bachelor of science degree in nursing in Markisha Hibbler’s name to her mother, Tinker Davis, at a dinner hosted on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 in Reno.

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.

Carson City Juvenile Service’s Parent Education Night this Thursday, Oct. 19, will focus on substance use awareness and ways for parents and families to talk to their children about high-risk behaviors.

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.

Least Resistance Training Concepts, Northern Nevada's large animal rescue team, is in need of additional volunteers. As an all-volunteer organization, LRTC provides urgent assistance to both domestic and wild large animals.

Tuesday 8 Ball BCA Pool League
18 week Summer Pool League Session
Carson City Division August 2023
Week 11 of 18
(1) The Pool Lifeguards (Homegrown Bowl) 9/2 (win/loss) 2046 pts Games played: 137/61
(2) 3 Dog Night (Ed’s Doghouse) 7/4 (win/loss) 1892 pts Games played: 121/78
(3) Concussion Protocol (Allstar Bar) 7/4 (win/loss) 1883 pts Games played: 119/79
(4) Bob's Ball Busters (MJ’s Sportsbar) 6/5 (win/loss) 1880 pts Games played: 80/118
(5) Unknowns (Homegrown Bowl) 6/5 (win/loss) 1822 pts Games played: 108/91

Carson City Barbell Club, which aims to forage strength in community, is the capital city's first USAW Weightlifting Club. There will be an open house this Thursday, Oct. 19 to go through its programs, tour the gym and answer any questions.

Carson Tahoe Health is thrilled to announce the resounding community support of its annual Hopefest raffle and Think Pink+ event, held Friday, Oct. 6, 2023 at Red’s Old 395 Grill in Carson City.

During last month's Music & Murals Festival, 20 artists descended upon Carson City to show their talents for outdoor mural painting.

If you haven’t already seen the wonderful new art now in the various locations around our city — and some are a bit hidden — take the time during this beautiful fall month to scout out the murals and enjoy the fall leaves.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation is partnering with the Nevada Department of Education to invest $10 million into improving transition services and outcomes for children and youth with disabilities in Nevada.

The second annual Nevada Day Day Cornhole Tourney will be featured at Carson Mall in Carson City on parade day, Saturday, Oct 28, in the front west parking lot.

The next Carson City Build2Win workshop is on Saturday, Oct. 21 featuring Ballot Question 3 regarding (a) Open Primaries and (b) Ranked Choice Voting.

An event for the entire family to celebrate fall and the last day of October will be held at Calvary Baptist Church in Dayton with the third annual fall festival on Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 8 pm.

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