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Happy Thursday Carson City and say hello to our newest Pet of the Week, Princessa!

Princessa is our longest-term dog right now at the Carson City Shelter and has been with us since August 20. While she can be a bit hesitant around new people, she has come a long way with her nerves.

Johnny Rockets first opened in its location September 2009, the first business in the then newly expanded and refurbished Carson Lanes bowling alley.

Despite opening amidst the recession, and the bowling alley changing hands, the restaurant has been a steady anchor — until now.

The Carson City Fire Department and Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a residence in the 2600 block of Poole Way in East Carson City on Sunday, Nov. 5, at 11:54 p.m. Several residents called to report a home was on fire at the location.

This week there are a number of ways you can honor our local veterans and active military members, with several events planned throughout the region. Take a look to find all the parades, ceremonies, free admission and more happening this week and into the weekend.

Nick Jacques, Director of Bands at Carson High School, has been selected to join a marching band of more than 400 band directors from across the country in the historic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 23, 2023.

Flavors of India in Carson City will hold Diwali (Festival of Lights) Saturday, Nov. 11 featuring music, dance, games, free henna tattoo, face painting, food, fashion show with Indian outfits.

Becoming an Eagle Scout is no small feat, as only approximately 6 percent of Boy Scouts will move up to the highest rank within the scouting hierarchy.

However, Carson City native and Bishop Manogue Catholic High School Senior Owen Hickenbottom will now be awarded the rank of Eagle Scout thanks to his service project achieved by the troop at Washoe Lake State Park.

UPDATE: Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded late Tuesday morning to a report of an accidental discharge of a firearm inside a Carson City gun store.

Carson City students are recognizing and honoring military men and women this week with Veteran’s Day displays and events. Veterans from all branches of military service, as well as families of students, have been encouraged to attend or participate in events. Campus visitors should check in at the front office at each school site.

The Symphony Youth Chorus, a tuition-free educational program of the Carson City Symphony Association, is open to children ages 4 to 12 and performs several times a year. Directed by Michelle Powers, the Chorus will present holiday performances in Carson City this year. Scheduled performances are:

Huckleberry and Jim had many a grand adventure aboard their raft, adventures that we can read all about in Mark Twain’s iconic book, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. But who would ever guess a Missouri man, Steve Kueny, could grow a 1,280-pound pumpkin, hollow it out, climb inside, and float 39 miles down the Missouri River inside a pumpkin he just happened to name, “Huckle Berry.”

Hello neighbors. We want to introduce ourselves. The Porch Movement is a newer, local 501c3 non-profit created to address the "Loneliness Epidemic." We are building community one porch at a time.

The Carson City Senior Center will host a weekly yoga class starting a Tuesday, Nov. 7, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday. The program is led by Ruth Chan a certified yoga instructor who teaches the Ashtanga style, with modifications to fit different physical levels, incorporating the 8-directional bending, twisting, and stretching to attain proper alignment.

Jackie Pias Carlin’s art brings fresh air with tropical flora beauty to our wintery season. Carlin’s show, "Art with Aloha", will be in the Community Center’s Crowell Board Room, through Feb. 22, 2024. CCAI will host a reception for the artist on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 5 to 6:30 p.m. with an artist introduction at 5:30 p.m. The Community Center is located at 851 E William Street, Carson City. The Crowell Board Room is open for all the city’s public meetings and upon request.

Snow expected Monday in the Sierra above Lake Tahoe has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Winter Weather Advisory. Elsewhere, windy conditions with gusts up anywhere from 30 mph to 50 mph will continue around the Carson City area and surrounding counties.

Monday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m., NLA is celebrating 75 years of Nevada librarianship with a special performance from Margo Cilker (featured on NPR's All Things Considered ) and An American Forrest.

Rolling Stone named Cilker’s “Lowland Trail” one of the 20 best country songs of 2023.

Prepare to ring in Christmas with added gospel cheer as the Nashville Social Club, Carson City's popular restaurant and live music venue, prepares to bring a spectacular holiday performance in December with five-time Grammy-winning and Gospel Music Hall of Famers The Blind Boys of Alabama.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Youth Cadet program is hosting the 3rd annual pancake breakfast fundraiser. This event will take place Sunday, Nov. 12, 8 a.m. to noon at the Sheriff’s Office Ormsby Room, 911 East Musser Street in Carson City. All proceeds will go to the Cadet program to pay for equipment, uniforms and competitions.

In Loving Memory of Ricardo Romero aka "Crazy Fox" Sept. 19, 1937 to Oct. 25, 2023. Known to many as “Crazy Fox" Ricardo Romero, an honorably discharged member of the armed forces, was a barber who mastered the profession for more than 60 years.

The Carson City Cinema Club presents “The Old Man and the Sea” (1958) on Tuesday, Nov. 7 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 West King Street-the old Catholic church.

Gorgeous sunrise over the Pine Nut Mountains photographed Nov. 4 off Long Valley Road, Gardnerville Ranchos.

The Douglas County School Board accepted the resignation of Superintendent Keith Lewis during a special meeting on Wednesday, November 1.

The motion to accept his resignation and termination agreement was passed 5-2, with Trustees Linda Gilkerson, Tony Magnotta, Carey Kangas, Katherine Dickerson, and President Susan Jansen voting yes to authorize Lewis’ resignation and authorize payments in accordance with his agreement. Clerk David Burns and Vice President Doug Englekirk were opposed.

UPDATE SUNDAY: A person was injured in an off-road accident in the Goni area. The person was treated and flown to Renown Medical Center in Reno. Their condition is unknown at this time.
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At 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Care Flight was requested to the Goni and N. Sutro area due to a off-roading accident.

Friends to All is dedicated to bringing joy, cheer and friendship to seniors in our community during the holiday season. Since 1999 this group has been working to meet the needs of those with limited financial resources who are home bound or in care centers with little or no family nearby. Each year 150 - 200 visits are averaged in the Carson City area!

The Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (NDCNR) is pleased to announce that approximately $3 million in grant funding is now available through the Conserve Nevada Program for projects that support conservation and outdoor recreation in Nevada.

After extensive engagement with the community, including public workshops, focus groups, and a successful community survey spanning several months, Douglas County is now embarking on the next phase of its strategic planning process.

The Dayton Urgent Care is holding its annual Thanksgiving food drive for families in the community.

Minden Mill Distilling presents a free one-hour Chautauqua performance of Lake Tahoe’s eccentric couple, George And Elia Whittell, the “Accidental Conservationists.” It will be Nov. 4, 1 p.m.