Two people died Sunday after a two-vehicle crash involving a wrong way driver on USA Parkway near Silver Springs, according to Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol Division.

A friend sent me a video entitled, “Nothing but Smiles,” and it was so chockfull of smiles that it brought a tear to my eye. So I thought I might try to recount it here with words that could never do the video justice, but still might bring you, the gentle reader, a smile.

New laws increasing criminal penalties for fentanyl trafficking and stealing catalytic converters are part of the more than 100 bills passed earlier this year that took effect in whole or in part on Sunday.

That subset of the roughly 540 bills signed by Gov. Joe Lombardo after this year’s 120-day legislative session also includes stronger restrictions on pet restraints and changes intended to improve health care for those incarcerated in the state’s prisons.

Quiet light along the Carson River on the first day of October. Scroll and click on each photo to enlarge.

Harvest Moon over the Carson Valley.

For over a decade now, the Annual CHS Football Golf Tournament has been a driving force behind Carson High School's football program. This upcoming event is poised to maintain its tradition of providing vital financial support for the team, covering essentials like equipment, travel expenses, and jerseys.

Thursday October 5 at 7PM, the historic Gold Hill Hotel continues its history lecture series with a slideshow presentation, “Reflections of Bonanza.”

With Halloween coming up in just a few weeks, fall is a great time to dive into the world of Bats: Night Fliers of the Skies, the topic of Family Fun Saturday, Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum.

The Carson Valley Arts Council will kick off its 2023-2024 Concert Series beginning Oct. 6, bringing diverse music performers from across the country to our local community and schools.

The Nevada Supreme Court is hosting a Career & Info Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 201 S. Carson Street where you can learn more about a professional career with the Judicial Branch.

Come and enjoy another fantastic evening with the Odeon Saloon and hear about Violet Jessop – Titanic Survivor – Queen of sinking ships.

Tahoe Beach Club, known for its unparalleled commitment to the Lake Tahoe community and environment, has successfully raised over $52,000 through its "Right Footprint" summer 2023 campaign.

A significant portion, $25,772, was generously donated to Clean Up The Lake for the launch of their innovative Environmental Dive Center (EDC) in Incline Village, NV.

On September 29, 2023, at approximately 1354 hours, Lyon County Sheriff's Office deputies went to the 200 block of Granada Street in Fernley, Nevada where they located and arrested 30 year old Cory Tyler on a Nevada Parole and Probation warrant.

Date Night or Night full of paranormal fun. Plan your Dinner and tour for an exciting and Ghostly deal. Enjoy a 5 star meal at the Crown Point Restaurant. Then join the Northern Nevada Ghost Hunters, a volunteer based organization for a night to remember! The tours run 2 times a night, Every 2nd and 4th Thursday.

Wipe your calendars for the first weekend in October for the 32nd World Championship Outhouse Races, Oct. 7-8 right here on C Street in Virginia City. This free event dates back to when outdoor plumbing was outlawed and our angry residents took to the streets with their outhouses in protest – and the tradition was born. Way to go!

Tuesday 8 Ball BCA Pool League
18 week Summer Pool League Session
Carson City Division August 2023

Week 8 of 18
(1) The Pool Lifeguards 6/2 (win/loss) 1491 pts Games played: 99/45
(2) Ravens 5/3 (win/loss) 1410 pts Games played: 68/76
(3) Concussion Protocol 5/3 (win/loss) 1377 pts Games played: 90/54
(4) 3 Dog Night 4/4 (win/loss) 1373 pts Games played: 84/61
(5) Dirty Dogs 4/4 (win/loss) 1321 pts Games played: 60/84
(6) Unknowns 4/4 (win/loss) 1313 pts Games played: 77/68
(7) Bob's Ball Busters 3/5 (win/loss) 1354 pts Games played: 49/95

Ed Choklek, President of the local chapter of the St. Vincent de Paul Society (SVDPS), will share his organization’s role in helping those less fortunate in our community with members of the Rotary Club of Carson City at the next club meeting. The public is invited to attend the meeting which takes place Tuesday, October 3rd, at noon, in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom.

Joshua Martinez is an amazing student at Carson High School. Joshua is actively involved in the JR Military Science Program and is the Battalion Administrator. He has also taken Career and Technical Education courses (CTE) in the Health Science Field, including Emergency Medical Services and currently, Emergency Medical Technician.

Hello fellow anglers. You can tell when fall has officially arrived. The sun is going down sooner, and it's time to put the heater in the boat. I have been on a little adventure over the last couple weeks fishing in our area.

Did you know the Nevada Supreme Court is supported by talented staff in departments like Research/Analytics, Clerks, Marshals, IT, Finance, Audit, Court Services, Attorneys, and Judicial Education?

Dawn light on the Carson River creates nature's painting.

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

UPDATE 4:40PM: The landfill has reopened after cleanup from an overturned semi that happened Thursday morning.
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UPDATE 9:42AM: The Carson City Landfill is currently closed until further notice due to the semi tractor-trailer rollover on the corner of Highway 50 and Flint Drive.

The Lyon County Library Foundation presents our 5th Annual Masquerade Ball at Dayton Valley Golf Course, Dayton NV on Saturday Oct 21, 2023. Doors open at 5:00PM, event begins 6:00PM.