Winning films announced: Celebrating the triumphs of Carson Creepy 2024 festival

On October 15, 2024, District Judge Tod Young sentenced Defendant James Arthur Coolbaugh to 96 months in the custody of the Nevada Department of Corrections with a minimum parole eligibility of 30 months, as well as a fine of $2,000, for Driving Under the Influence of an Intoxicating Liquor Causing Substantial Bodily Harm.

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce Empire Elementary School’s Laura Ricks, instructional coach at Empire Elementary School, was honored this week, as one of the four statewide finalists for the Nevada State Teacher of the Year, recognized by the Nevada Department of Education.

I had just finished writing the story for Cleo, our cat of the week at Catmandu. Since she and her sister Juno are currently living in my office, she was able to read the draft and did not approve. She insisted on writing her own version.

The Douglas County Community Services Department is excited to announce the appointment of Ryan Stanton as the new Deputy Director of Community Services. With 17 years of dedicated service to the County and an extensive background in parks management, Stanton is poised to make a significant impact in his new role.

There will be free tethered hot air balloon rides offered Friday, Oct. 25 at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City to celebrate Nevada Day.

Carson City School Board candidate Ashliee Saucedo has announced she no longer wishes to run. In a story first broken by the Nevada Appeal and confirmed by Saucedo herself, she said she wishes to focus on her business.

Carson City’s rich and intriguing history officially celebrates 31 years as we explore, narrate and theatrically embrace Carson City’s beautiful Victorian westside in this special "by the light of day" walking tours led by Local Guides our Spirit Wranglers.

Candidate forums returned to Carson City last week, and are continuing in the series hosted by Sierra Nevada Forums, the League of Women Voters, the Nevada Appeal, and KUNR.

During the first forum held at the Brewery Arts Center, the two candidates for Carson City mayor discussed a number of topics including affordable housing, sustainability, growth, the master plan, and more.

A presentation called "Going for the Gold Lake Tahoe and the Olympics" will be featured Sunday, Oct. 20 at the Minden Mill. The program begins at 1 p.m.

Pioneer High School’s Senior spotlight, Claire Callister, embodies the meaning of a welcoming personality. Described by her teachers, Claire is bubbly, sparkling, energetic and always welcoming others with a smile. Often asked to show new students around the campus, Claire has a personality to make people feel at home and welcome.

As part of American Archives Month, the Nevada State Archives unveiled an exhibit highlighting the Nevada Division of Forestry’s (NDF) essential role in protecting and managing Nevada’s lands. The exhibit opened to the public Oct. 1 and will run through Dec. 31 at the Nevada State Archives in Carson City.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Thursday, Oct, 17 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center located at 851 E. William St.

Join our thriving Community Healing Circles: The Rising Suns and Rays of Light. We're excited to share the continued success of two transformative healing circles in our community, facilitated by Erick Keene. Both groups are welcoming new participants!

Three Carson City Symphony and Carson Chamber Singers concerts are lined up in October, the first happening this Friday and the second on Sunday. Those interested in attending should see concert start times below. Please note that the banner over Carson Street shows an incorrect time for the Sunday concert, which will begin at 4 p.m. with lobby entertainment starting at 3 p.m.