Annual Powwow Celebrates Nevada's Rich, Native History

Carson High School senior Ethan Hendee exemplifies what it means to be a dedicated student-athlete. Balancing his academics, athletics and community service with remarkable fortitude.

Nevada Day is right around the corner, and we invite everyone to join us in celebrating the 160th anniversary of Nevada's statehood! This year’s festivities promise to be bigger and better than ever as we come together for a full day of exciting events, entertainment, and a parade that honors our rich history and vibrant community spirit.

St. Mary's Art Center, a non-profit organization located in the former 1876 St. Mary Louise Hospital in historic Virginia City, is hosting its Fall Art Reception on October 12, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event includes live music by Brother Dan, light refreshments, a new exhibit by Las Vegas artist Kim Johnson, and access to all seven art galleries spanning across four floors.

In what is becoming a grim trend, three additional middle-school aged children have been arrested for making shooting threats, all of which occurred on Wednesday.

Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong sat down Thursday morning to discuss the recent uptick in threats, and the arrests that have followed.

Meet Sheen, a 3-year-old Siberian husky bursting with energy and enthusiasm. His striking eyes are the window to a lively soul that's always on the lookout for excitement.

One elementary school in Carson City is helping foster trust and strengthen relationships between students and law enforcement. Sheriff Ken Furlong and officers from the Carson City Sheriff’s Office assembled this morning for “Donuts & Deputies” at Mark Twain Elementary where students, parents and teachers had an opportunity to meet local deputies in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere while enjoying delicious donuts together.

Carson City is in the process of migrating the Emergency Alert system from CodeRed to !CARSON (Alert Carson), which is powered by our partner, RAVE.

All aboard for some fall family fun! The annual Harvest Train Festival is pulling into the station at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City, bringing two full days of train rides and autumn-inspired activities, including pumpkin patch, petting zoo (Saturday only), crafts hosted by Messy Kids Art School, and carnival-style games hosted by local non-profits.

Join the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department for a volunteer day at Voltaire Canyon. We will be meeting on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and will be focusing on cleaning up the vast amounts of trash out there. Tools, trash bags, and gloves will be provided.

Carson City Historical Society (CCHS) welcomes guest speaker Mike Shaughnessy on Thursday, October 24, 2024, to discuss the history of the Nevada Day Parade. The talk will be at 6:00 p.m. in the Carriage House behind the Foreman-Roberts House Museum. Mike, a native Nevadan, has lived in Carson City since 1937, and was in the first Nevada Day Parade held in Carson City in 1938. Prior to that, the parade was held in Reno.

Throughout October, Michael Hohl Chevrolet GMC is partnering with Feeding Pets of the Homeless for their 10th annual pet food drive, aiming to Fill a Truck with donations of pet food for the pets of people experiencing homelessness and low-income families.

The highly anticipated Nevada Day Treasure Hunt is back this year, kicking off today, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. This beloved annual tradition invites Nevadans to test their puzzle-solving skills by deciphering historical and geographical clues to uncover a hidden medallion somewhere in the state. With a $1,000 prize up for grabs, participants are gearing up for another exciting adventure through Nevada’s rich heritage.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Thursday, Oct. 3 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center located at 851 E. William St.

The League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada, in partnership with Sierra Nevada Forums and AAUW Capital (NV) Branch, will present four free election forums featuring candidates and ballot question information on October 7, 9, 14, and 16 beginning at 6 pm each night at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King St in Carson City. Doors open at 5:30 pm.