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Storey County residents can access numerous flu vaccination clinics across the county, as well as a Community Resource Fair in the months of September and October. In collaboration with Nevada Health Centers and Quad Counties, these events aim to ensure easy vaccination opportunities and promote a healthier community.

The Nevada Artists Association Art Gallery has announced the Nevada Day Show, call for artists.

Carson City and the Carson City Public Works Department will host a public workshop this Wednesday and again Oct. 9 for options related to funding local and neighborhood roads and roads-related functions in Carson City.

The Douglas County Public Elections Office has moved locations. While still located in the Historic Courthouse at 1616 8th St, Minden, the office is now located in a different section of the building. See the attached map for the new location below.

Nevada’s senior population is growing, the percentage of residents aged 65 and older ranges from 10.5 percent to 29.8 percent, according to Truckee Meadows Regional Strategy for Housing Affordability. Many of Nevada’s seniors are faced with harsh realities as their homes age along with them, some homes even becoming unsafe or inaccessible.

The inaugural Murals and Music Festival brought live musical performances and 22 colorful murals to Carson City this weekend, adding to the capital city’s vibrant arts and culture scene.

A 27-year-old woman was arrested Saturday for suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon and misdemeanor harassment, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Carson City Health and Human Services is working with the Carson City School District to ensure the health and safety of students, families, employees and the community. As the flu season approaches and respiratory illnesses proliferate, Carson City is taking proactive steps to protect those at risk.

Carson City and Carson Valley area casinos saw their gaming generated revenue decrease by 1.52 percent in August compared to August 2022 figures, according to a Nevada Gaming Control Board monthly report.

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.

It was 39 degrees the morning that I write this and 30 degrees expected before the week is out — autumn is definitely here. I shut down my vegetable garden.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Oct. 2-8, 2023. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

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.

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.

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.

Nearly 700 top all-breed dogs from across the nation will line up for conformation obedience, rally trials and the coveted AKC National Owner-Handled competition this Saturday and Sunday at Fuji Park in Carson City.

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.

Carson High School (CHS) crowned Anna Turner and Lucas Wold as the 2023 Homecoming Queen and King. A short coronation ceremony was held on the football field during halftime of Friday’s matchup against the Wooster Colts. Additionally, prior to the start of the game, CHS also honored the 2023 Football Hall of Fame inductees.

Plan an arts weekend getaway in the beautiful Carson Valley for Oct. 14 and 15, 2023.

Thirteen studios with 15 artists are featured on the free third annual Carson Valley Art Studio Tour. Meet the artists and learn about their creative process. All artists will have some of their work for sale.

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.

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!

Halloween Weekend - Haunted Hills, Mills, & Depots 2023 Edition - a SPOOKTACULAR GHOST TOUR AND HUNT EVENT on the Haunted Comstock, Gold Hill, Virginia City and Silver City, NV.
Friday, October 27th and Saturday, October 28th, 2023 starting at 6:00 PM.

Join our young entrepreneurs as they showcase their unique business ventures at the annual children’s market.

This is a community homeschooling event attended by children from all along the valley, reaching from Sparks to Gardnerville.

The Carson City Murals & Music Festival culminates Saturday September 30th at 7pm with a headline performance by blues legend Ian Moore in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (511 W. King St).

Tickets are available from www.breweryarts.org (Direct Link: https://tinyurl.com/9bc26mwe)

During Wednesday’s Carson City Planning Commission meeting, commissioners unanimously approved a special use permit for the new fire station and emergency operations center proposed to be built off Butti Way.

The facility would include more than 18,000 square feet of space that will house a new fire station, an emergency operations center for the city, and the city’s IT department.

A motorcycle rider was injured Thursday afternoon in a crash that happened near the intersection of South Carson Street and Eagle Station in Carson City.

Nearly 700 top all-breed dogs from across the nation will line up for conformation obedience, rally trials and the coveted AKC National Owner-Handled competition this Saturday and Sunday at Fuji Park in Carson City.

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.