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‘Discover Your Nevada’ and hit the road for a cause this summer

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism will launch its annual Discover Your Nevada campaign this month to encourage Nevadans to explore and discover the
Silver State this summer.

The campaign is a cooperative program with the Nevada Department of Education, which runs an essay contest for Nevada eighth-graders, the winners of which will be taken on an “ultimate field trip” in the state.

“Discover Your Nevada is really all about educating Nevadans on all the treasures and adventures they can find in their own back yard,” Claudia Vecchio, director of the Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, said. “The essay contest allows us to extend this spirit of discovery to our schools, and in the end, reward students for their creativity by exposing them to even more awe-inspiring scenery and activities on their field trip.”

TravelNevada has developed six road-trip routes around the state, and travelers who “check in” via social media on the routes from Memorial Day through Labor Day using the hashtag #discoverNV17 will earn $1 toward a Field Trip Fund. In the fall, the Department of Education will conduct an essay contest among eighth-grade students to award the ultimate end-of-year field trip to the winning student.

TravelNevada and the Department of Education will wrap up the campaign in the fall with an essay contest in the 2017-18 school year. A winning student in both northern and southern Nevada will be awarded the ultimate field trip – an educational road trip in Nevada.

“I commend Nevada parents and teachers who encouraged their eighth graders to participate in the essay writing contest,” Steve Canavero, Ph.D., superintendent of Public Instruction, said. “This is a terrific way for students to work on their writing skills while learning the colorful history of the Silver State.”

The Routes
— The Loneliest Road in America – Carson City to Ely with a spur to Great Basin National Park
— NV 95: Free-Range Art – Las Vegas to Tonopah via Highway 95 with a detour to the Seven Magic Mountains art installation on Interstate 15
— Burner Byway – Reno to the Black Rock Desert
— The Extraterrestrial Highway – State Route 375
— The Rubies Route – the Lamoille Scenic Byway via state routes 227 and 229
— Great Basin Highway – U.S. Highway 93 from Las Vegas to Ely with a focus on state parks, and a detour to Great Basin National Park

Information on the routes, including maps and suggested places to visit, can be found at DiscoveYourNevada.com.

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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.

Every month, Carson City Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, and exciting adventures. All programs are offered for free and take place in one of the many Carson City parks and open space areas.

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 Nevada Artists Association Gallery has announced the Nevada Day Show call to artists.

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.

CARSON CITY — The Department of Motor Vehicles will be offering extended business hours to accommodate customers needing credentials to vote in this year’s election.

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.

A 51-year-old Reno woman was arrested Sunday for suspicion of DUI second, expired registration and open container, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

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.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office reports that a juvenile is in custody for allegedly making terroristic threats involving students at Carson Middle School via social media.

Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team forest thinning projects are underway and scheduled to continue over the next several weeks, conditions and weather permitting. For project details, including land ownership, lead agency, start date and expected duration, view the Forest Thinning Projects Map at Tahoe Living With Fire which highlights current and upcoming projects.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to make it easy for women to access a mammogram, the Nevada Health Centers Mammovan is visiting Carson City this Thursday, Oct. 3.

Per Nevada Revised Statute the first week of October (Sept. 30 to Oct. 4) is designated as the “Week of Respect.” In tow with the annual observance, the Carson City School District will ensure consistent implementation of anti-bullying programs and practices in all schools and work environments with activities and events this week and next. Activities include kickoff events, dress-up days, pledges, giving and receiving compliments and more.

The Silver City Preservation Society, Silver City Arts, Evangeline Presents and Yellow Truck Productions Present the Roots Music Master Series, a monthly concert series through December. The series features some of the finest nationally touring and regional roots music songwriters and musicians.

A 49-year-old man was arrested Sunday for suspicion of third degree arson and other alleged offenses following an investigation into a brush fire, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.

Celebrate the change in seasons with a fall fest! 4-H invites you to our Harvest Fall Fest this Oct. 23, 2024 at Fuji Park. 4-H clubs will be present to demonstrate what they do, and to answer questions. Kiddos will have activity booths, and face painting available. Snacks and refreshments will be available.

The Saint Teresa Avila Conference, Saint Vincent de Paul Society is launching its 2024-2025 HUGS for Homeless winter clothing drive for Carson City homeless adults.

The Douglas County Community Services Foundation is excited to announce a unique fundraising initiative in partnership with the Tahoe Knight Monsters hockey team! This collaboration gives the community a chance to support local programs while enjoying thrilling live hockey games.

Get ready for another unforgettable weekend of brews, brats, and Bavarian fun at Casino Fandango in Carson City. The annual Oktoberfest celebration returns for its 10th year, bringing the spirit of Germany to Carson City with free admission for all. The festival will take place on Saturday and Sunday, October 5-6, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Casino Fandango parking lot.

UPDATE 4:30PM: Four very small fires, amounting to less than a tenth of an acre, were knocked down within 10 minutes of arrival Sunday along the hillside near Lone Mountain Cemetery, said Carson City Fire Department Battalion Chief Chris Mason.

The cause is under investigation. No structures were damaged. CCFD has determined the fires to be human caused. At this time, the matter is under investigation with CCFD and the Carson City Sheriff's Office.

Three engines and a rescue were assigned to the attack. East Fork Fire assisted for protection on the south side of the city, while Truckee Meadows Fire stood by for protection on the north side of the city.
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UPDATE 3:11PM: Some fire engines have cleared the scene, a good sign CCFD has control of the fire. We have left messages and will update as the battalion chief becomes available.

Man can be awful cruel to man, and from time immemorial we continue to come up with new ways to exact our cruelty. The first novel ambush that caught my attention was described in the Odyssey, where Greek soldiers were able to take the city of Troy by hiding inside a giant horse parked at the city gates as an offering to the goddess Athena.

Local artist Colleen Reynolds, owner of CRME Exploring Watercolor, and Denise Mack, Executive Director of the Capital City CIRCLES Initiative, came together to present the donation proceeds check from the 4th Annual Watercolor Carson City fundraising event.

Raquel Fulghum, Senior Deputy Attorney General with the Nevada Attorney General’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting happening Tuesday, Oct. 1.

Thousands of motorcycle riders roared their way to Northern Nevada this weekend for the Street Vibrations Fall Rally, which is winding down today, Sunday.

The second annual Carson City Murals and Music Festival ended Saturday with a concert and more than 20 new murals around town. For more photos see the Brewery Arts Center Facebook page here and the Visit Carson City Facebook page here.

Mural locations are: (See map below.)

Carson City Public Works and the Transportation Division on Monday will provide an educational presentation and summary related to the recently completed Preserve Carson City Roads report and the status of measures related to funding for local roads in Carson City.

Today, Sunday, Sept. 29 David and Gayle Woodruff will present one of their popular living history programs at the Minden Mill Distillery. Join them at 1 p.m. for "The Reno Cure."

The Carson City Symphony, conducted by Music Director David Bugli and Assistant Conductor Brian Fox, will open its 41st season on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, at 4 p.m., with a concert at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater, 851 E. William Street in Carson City.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Sept. 30 through Oct. 6. Closures and lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work: