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Kids to Parks Day Celebration at Mills Park on Saturday, May 18th

Sat, 11 May 2024 23:43:18 +0000

By: Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department

“Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors.” – National Park Trust

The community is invited to Mills Park from 10:00am – 2:00pm on Saturday, May 18, 2024, for the 6th annual Kids to Parks Day event here in Carson City! The celebration will include music, food, outdoor activities from local organizations, educational booths, and the Junior Park Ranger Olympics! The whole community is invited to join in on this fun day of outdoor play!

Schedule of Events:
10:00am - Mayor Lori Bagwell will read the Kids to Parks Day 2024 official proclamation and start the day
10:30am - Jr Park Ranger Olympics Official Start
1:30pm - Jr Park Ranger Olympics End
2:00pm - Kids to Parks Day event ends, kids encouraged to visit other parks and keep celebrating the day
4:00pm – Wheelhouse Best Trick Competition Ends

The Junior Ranger Olympics will be a fun obstacle course consisting of 5 stages that’ll test Carson City Junior Park Rangers on the skills they need to become a future Park Ranger. Skills that will be tested include Packing a backpack, trail maintenance, physical agility, map and brochure sorting, first aid, and navigation. The course will kick off at 10:30am and end at 1:30pm. It’s open to kids in grade levels 1st - 3rd and 4th - 6th. Prizes will be given to all 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in the two age groups.

The Wheel House will be hosting a Best Trick Competition at the skate park. They will be providing music for the event and setting up skating obstacles. They will also be conducting trick competitions and giving away prizes. Kids can begin signing up at 10:00am.

Bone Appetit Bar-B-Que Grill will be offering food and drinks for the event and will have a special kid’s menu exclusively for Kids to Parks Day. Scoups Ice Cream & Soup Bar will also be offering ice cream options.

Other booths and activities will include: America First Credit Union, Bee City, Carson City Health and Human Services, Carson City Library, Carson City Railroad Association, Computer Corps, Friends of Silver Saddle Ranch, Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada, GNCU, The Greenhouse Project, Grocery Outlet, Messy Kids Art School, Muscle Power, Nevada State Parks, Nevada Department of Wildlife, River Wranglers, Salvation Army, Western NV Safe Routes to School, and W.O.L.F!

You can find more information about Kids to Parks Day at https://www.carson.org/government/departments-g-z/parks-recreation-open-....

Special thanks to all the businesses that are supporting this event through donations : Aces, Author: Jennifer Bentio-Kowalski, Click Bond, Defy Sparks, GearHut, Nevada State Parks, Play it Again Sports, and Wild Island Coconut Bowl.

If you have any general questions, please contact Carson City Park Rangers at parkrangers@carson.org or (775) 283-7035.

Parking will be available in and around Mills Park at 1111 E. Williams St. Carson City, NV 89701.

Did you see it? Auroras spotted across Nevada skies thanks to large solar storm

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 11 May 2024 17:52:39 +0000

In an extremely rare display of colors, the aurora borealis was spotted throughout Northern Nevada Friday night as captured by multiple Carson Now readers. Click on each photo to expand.

This spectacular display is caused by a severe solar storm that is expected to continue through the weekend.

Did you spot the aurora? Send photos to kelsey@carsonnow.org

Nevada Board of Wildlife Commission Approves 2024 - 2025 Big Game Hunting Tag Quotas

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 11 May 2024 17:11:30 +0000

Nevada Department of Wildlife

After review of the Nevada Department of Wildlife’s recommendations and consideration by County Advisory Board’s to Manage Wildlife, the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners has approved big game tag quotas for the upcoming 2024-2025 hunting season.

The Commission’s approved quotas for species such as antelope, elk, mountain goat, bear, and bighorn sheep remained largely unchanged from the Department’s recommendations; however, the Commission made considerable changes to mule deer quotas after hearing concerns from the public over more recent population declines, especially in the northeast portion of the state.

Key highlights of the approved quotas include:

• Antelope: Antelope populations in Nevada continue to remain strong and a 33% increase for horns-longer-than-ear (adult male) antelope tags reflect the healthy population increases for the species this year. Recent survey data indicates an average of 40 bucks per 100 does and 37 fawn per 100 does, which are both increases over the previous year’s survey data.

• Mule Deer: Mule deer fawn ratios observed during fall 2023 and spring 2024 are the highest they have been in a decade and indicate that populations are expanding. Commissioners approved mule deer quotas that were similar to last year except for more noticeable decreases in Management Areas 6, 7 and 10, where quotas were decreased by 35 percent. Despite these decreases, buck ratios in many units across the state are above the management objective of 30 bucks per 100 does. The lower quotas should lead to increased maturity of bucks in the deer herd in the coming years.

• Elk: Commissioners approved 1,779 bull and spike tags combined and 2,581 cow elk tags. This represented a 7.5% increase in elk tags, with bull elk quotas remaining similar to the prior season. Conditions throughout elk habitat in Nevada improved during the summer and fall of 2023 and winter conditions were mild compared to the previous year. Biologists expect to see the health of the population substantially improve this year.

• Bear: The Commission approved only a slight adjustment in bear tags, with an increase of five tags over last year. This decision comes as a result of the steady growth in Nevada’s bear population.

• Moose: The 2024 hunting season represents the first time in Nevada’s history a moose hunt will be available, marking an exciting milestone for wildlife enthusiasts. The Commission approved NDOW’s recommendation of two antlered moose tags, which represents less than 2% of the estimated 105 moose in Nevada, a percentage biologists decided on to maintain a growing population. (Click to watch a presentation on the status of moose in Nevada)

• Bighorn Sheep: The approved recommendation for an approximate 16% decrease in desert bighorn ram tags, coupled with an increase of four more tags for California bighorn rams, demonstrates the Department’s commitment to species-specific management strategies. Due to multi-year drought and disease impacts Nevada’s desert bighorn sheep herds have been drastically declining, so the quota aims to be conservative as the populations have experienced declines.

• Mountain goats: In support of recent improvements in populations numbers, especially in hunt unit 102, the Commission approved a recommended increase of two mountain goat tags. This number follows harvest guidelines, which allow for the take of 2% to 5% of the population.

“We’ve had a positive year for many of our big game herds and we expect their health to only improve thanks to two consecutive wet winters, which resulted in improved habitat conditions. This has helped big game species in their recovery from long term drought followed by severe winter weather experienced during late 2022 and throughout the early months of 2023,” said Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) Director Alan Jenne. “Additionally, we saw significant numbers in big game tag applications. The ongoing support we receive from sportsmen and women helps increase our conservation efforts and ensures continued improvements for all of Nevada’s 897 wildlife species.”

Commissioners made their decision after reviewing recommendations from NDOW biologist and hearing input from the County Advisory Boards and the public. NDOW's recommendations are made after hundreds of hours of surveys both from the ground and the air to classify age, sex, and recruitment of young, population modeling to develop accurate estimates of population size and consideration of management guidance from the Commission. This approach ensures that the quota recommendations for the 2024-2025 hunting season are both sustainable and reflective of the current health of Nevada's wildlife.

A detailed list of all approved quotas is available in the Commission Regulation 24-12, 2024 Big Game Quota.

Nevada’s big game tag application period closed on Wednesday, May 8. Big Game draw results will be released on or before Friday, May 17.

Carson High School plans to absorb Pioneer Academy in the 2024-25 school year

Kelsey Penrose — Sat, 11 May 2024 03:47:05 +0000

On Tuesday, May 14, the Carson City School District’s Board of Trustees will host a meeting at Carson High School at 1111 N. Saliman Street. At the meeting the district will discuss their plan to merge Carson High School and Pioneer Academy.

The following explanation is from the School Board Agenda:

As the Carson City School District continues to see declining enrollment, there are conscious efforts to consider opportunities that present themselves where structural organizational changes can be made that bring a cost savings but also have a minimal impact on the services we provide. With the recent vacancy in the principal position at Pioneer Academy, one of these opportunities has presented itself.

For approximately 20 years, Pioneer and Carson High have operated as two separate school entities, Carson High as our large comprehensive high school and Pioneer as our alternative high school.

Beginning with the 2024-2025 school year, Pioneer Academy will become the off-site alternative campus of Carson High School, effectively merging the two entities.

An administrator will be assigned to the Pioneer campus, but be considered as a part of the Carson High administrative team. The Pioneer campus will continue offering the same level of service to our students but with a more cost-effective model that sets the district in a good position to continue services to students that may be more successful in that smaller alternative setting.

All students who currently attend Pioneer will continue to attend the Pioneer campus, but now with potentially more streamlined access to the curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular offerings of Carson High School. Meetings with staff and parents have occurred or have been scheduled to explain this structural change.

The full agenda can be viewed here.

Delta Saloon in Virginia City under new ownership after 2019 fire led to shut down

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 10 May 2024 21:40:42 +0000

Press Release

Originally opened during the height of the mining boom of Virginia City, Nevada, the Delta Saloon started serving in 1880. Having seen its share of history, and creating its own, the property is under new ownership with Jim Grimes, VC Delta Saloon, LLC., a fourth-generation Nevadan born and raised in Reno and Sparks, Nevada.

The Delta shut down in 2019 following an explosion and fire.

“This is a pinnacle moment for me, my wife Kim and the entire Grimes family to own the Delta Saloon, and our priority is to immediately begin restoring it to its glory days,” said Grimes. “Being born and raised in the Reno-Sparks area, I’ve been coming to Virginia City all my life, so I understand the responsibility and significance of owning such a historic property and what it means to the community. It’s important and we’re proud to be part of its continuing legacy.”

In addition to the saloon, the purchase includes the Delta parking lot, located across the street to the east, and the VC Tour Trolley. The parking lot and trolley is co-owned with Marshal McBride, owner and proprietor of the Bucket of Blood Saloon; a saloon that has been in the McBride family since opening in 1876.

Grimes started the renovation immediately after signing escrow papers Thursday, May 9, 2024, and plans to open the property within the next 30 days. Renovations include repairing the outside structure and balcony as well as the bar, rebuilding the kitchen and other interior improvements.

Grimes continued, “Storey County has been phenomenal throughout the entire process and we have our sights set on opening the property as soon as possible. We’ll be looking for a tenant to lease the restaurant and plan on booking out the banquet space upstairs for groups and weddings. We’ll even have live music during many of the town’s special events. The Delta is back.”

The Delta Saloon was one of the more than 100 saloons that lined the main street of Virginia City where it was said there was one saloon for every 200 residents. It remains the largest with wood-paneled walls, Victorian architecture and lamps and a classic brass bar. It was also home to the famed Suicide Table where tales of fact and fiction talk of drunken gamblers down on their luck who would commit suicide instead of paying their heavy debts.

“The Delta Saloon is synonymous with Virginia City,” said Todd Tuttle, tourism director for the Virginia City Tourism Commission. “Jim is first class, and his renewed energy is exactly what our town needs to continue to attract visitors from all corners of the country. It’s big news and we know it will be a first-class operation.”

Grimes owns Concrete North, based in California and Nevada, which has completed projects at the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center, built the Sacramento Kings arena and is involved with the current Renown South Meadows Hospital expansion. He also owns Comstock Distillers, makers of Francovich Holiday Nog, NV36 Premium Blended Whiskey, Cemetery Gin, Tahoe Blue Vodka and Sierra Ice, and Grimes Rice Canyon Ranch in Susanville, California, a cattle and hay ranch operation.

The sale was managed by Deborah Hayward an Associate with RM&D Nevada Resource Management & Development and closed May 9, 2024. RM&D offers commercial real estate services for master-planned communities and commercial properties and property management services.

Reflections of Lake Tahoe at Carson City Senior Center Tuesday

Fri, 10 May 2024 20:58:14 +0000

By Carson city Senior Center

Free History Slide Show: Reflections of Lake Tahoe Tuesday May 14, 1:30pm, at the Carson City Senior Center.

Using extensive research and seldom seen photographs, local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff take a look back at the many people and events that have affected this magnificent Sierra Nevada gem over the years.

From industrial powerhouse of the Comstock Lode to the many efforts to create a Lake Tahoe National Park, the varied tales of “Big Blue’s” history are unique, interesting, and often amusing.

The Senior Center is located at 911 Beverly Dr. Carson City, NV.

Call David at 760 920 8061 for more information.

Virginia City's St. Mary's Art Center 60th Anniversary Celebration and Spring Art Reception scheduled for May 18

Fri, 10 May 2024 19:53:30 +0000

By St. Mary's Art Center

Join us for our 60th Anniversary + Spring Art Reception on May 18, 2024, from 1-4 p.m. Admission is free for all, as well as on-site and nearby parking.

We are proud to offer seasonal and permanent art exhibitions in our 7 art galleries, featuring exquisite works by amazing fine artists and makers. Enjoy live music by Phil Prunier and light refreshments as you enjoy our four floors of exhibits, including:

1st Floor Exhibitions: “Absolutely Abstracts” by Pam Brekas
2nd Floor: Historical Museum Exhibition & Artisan Gallery
3rd Floor: Northern Nevada Artists & Themes (Permanent Collection)
4th Floor: Virginia City Characters by Danette Steele Jones & folk art and pottery by Mimi Patrick

Our Spring Reception features the “Absolutely Abstracts” exhibition by Pam Brekas. Enjoy a beautiful and expansive exhibition of Pam Brekas' abstract work throughout the first-floor galleries. This body of work is full of color, layers, texture, and movement. Pam has a long history with the art center, including Dusty Roads and collaborative pieces hung in our permanent collection.

We are also celebrating our 60th Anniversary as an Art Center, the longest operating 501(c)3 nonprofit in Storey County. Father Paul Meinecke and Louise Curran opened St. Mary’s Arts Center in 1964.

Visit our website for more information. We can’t wait to see you there! https://www.stmarysartcenter.org/spring-art-reception

Volunteers Needed for Carson High Safe Grad Night on June 1

Fri, 10 May 2024 19:28:48 +0000

By Carson High Safe Grad Boosters

Celebrate Carson High School Class of 2024! And, keep them safe.

Since 1988, Safe Grad has helped prevent fatalities related to graduation night intoxication by offering a FREE, safe, and sober all-night party for graduating high school seniors.

We need grad night chaperone volunteers to support this event.

1. To volunteer, click this SignUp link: https://signup.com/go/TYfJKCC
2. Review options listed (check June 1 & June 2 tabs) for preferred shift
3. Sign up, it's Easy! SignUp does NOT share your info or email address

Not able to volunteer this time but still want to contribute? Tax-deductible gifts keep this event free. Visit https://carsonhighsafegrad.com to learn more.

Native Plant Sale May 18 at River View Park in Gardnerville

Fri, 10 May 2024 18:52:40 +0000

Jessica Gardner

UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Douglas County are hosting a Native plant sale on Saturday, May 18 at the River Fork Ranch (The Nature Conservancy) located at 381 Genoa Ln. Minden, NV.

The event is from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

All plants are a first come, first serve basis.

All proceeds will benefit the UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Douglas County. Plants have been grown by The Washoe State Tree Nursery.

For more information, please email jessicagardner@unr.edu or call 775-782-9960.

The Misfits Theater Group presents Gold Casino or Bar Be Tender in May

Fri, 10 May 2024 17:33:54 +0000

By Erlinda Ibe Haukohl

The Misfits Theater Group presents its 2024 Spring Production: Gold Casino or Bar Be Tender on the weekends of May 18-19 and May 24, 25 and 26, 2024.

The Gold Casino is owned by an escaped felon hiding from the law. The villain discovers there is gold hidden in the bar of the casino, and he plans to steal the gold and burn the casino to the ground. The felon, heroine bartender, and an undercover cop foil the villain’s evil plan! The casino is saved—and romance is in the air!

Gold Casino/Bar Be Tender performances will be at the Dayton Community Center located in historic old town Dayton at 164 Pike Street. Call Lisa at 775-315-1085 to make a reservation. Ticket cost is $15 per seat.

Evening performances start at 7 pm on May 18, 24 and 25. Two scheduled matinees will start at 2 pm on Sunday May 19 and 26. A handicap drop off zone will be located at the bottom of the handicap ramp in front of the Community Center. Proceeds from the May 24 performance will benefit the Dayton Food Pantry!

Senior Spotlight: Carson High’s Arene LeBlanc

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 10 May 2024 17:31:58 +0000

By Monica Weaver, Carson High School Counselor

Southern Utah is lucky to be gaining one of Carson High’s most extraordinary students, Arene LeBlanc. She is an outstanding student who has overcome so much from her freshman year and now consistently demonstrates exceptional academics, leadership skills and a commitment to community service.

As a freshman Arene faced tremendous adversity that kept her from participating in the activities she loved. She has since healed and has become a valuable member of our schools’ swim team, a part of HOSA and an academic letterman.

Arene’s involvement in extracurricular activities is truly commendable, as a two-year letterman in swimming, she has not only showcased her athletic abilities but also demonstrated discipline and perseverance in pursuing her passions. Her commitment to excellence extends beyond the pool, as evidenced by her academic letter, a symbol of her commitment to scholastic achievement.

One of Arene’s notable achievements is her involvement in a major project with Nevada HOSA-Future Health Professionals. Her dedication to this project reflects her desire to make a positive impact in the world. The Guatemala service project highlights Arene’s dedication to working with Nevada HOSA. The Guatemala project helped informed people in the area about medical practices and healthcare. Arene didn’t stop at awareness, she actively participated in fundraising efforts and encouraged HOSA members to contribute, showcasing her ability to inspire others.

HOSA is close to her heart. She will be attending Southern Utah, studying Exercise Science in their pre-Med program. Her leadership roles within HOSA showoff her organizational and managerial skills. She has served as the HOSA treasurer for the 2022-2023 term. Arene demonstrated financial responsibility and a keen understanding of the importance of fiscal management in a student organization. Her role as the HSOA president for the 2023-2024 term is a testament to the trust and confidence her peers and faculty have in her leadership abilities. As president, she is likely to bring innovative ideas and a fresh perspective to the organization and foster growth and engagement among the members.

Arene LeBlance is an exemplary student whose academic achievements, leadership roles and community service initiatives make her a standout individual. Her commitment to making a positive impact locally and globally, coupled with her academic excellence, positions her as a role model. As she approaches the next chapter in her academic journey, it is evident that Arene will continue to make meaningful contributions to both her school and worldwide.

For more information, please visit https://senatorsnow.org/

Temporary Disruption in Douglas County Non-Emergency Dispatch Phone Line

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 10 May 2024 16:46:27 +0000

Douglas County Press Release

UPDATE 1:16 p.m.: Service restored.

Douglas County is experiencing a temporary disruption in the non-emergency dispatch phone line. This disruption solely affects the non-emergency dispatch line and does not impact access to emergency services via 911. In the event of an emergency, residents are urged to continue dialing 911 for immediate assistance.

To address non-emergency concerns or inquiries during this period, individuals are encouraged to utilize alternative contact numbers provided by Douglas County. Residents may reach non-emergency dispatch by calling 775-461-6320 or 775-781-5719.

Updates regarding the status of non-emergency dispatch services will be provided as soon as new information becomes available.

For updates, please visit our Facebook page.

Carson City High School Tennis Clinic June 17-20

Fri, 10 May 2024 15:47:47 +0000

By Carson City High School Tennis Teams

CHS Youth Tennis is hosting a clinic June 17, 18, 19, 20 from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM. It's being hosted at the high school at 1111 Saliman Rd. Carson City NV

Please click to expand the flyer for sign up options.

Carson Baseball Summer Camp happening June 4-6 at Carson High

Kelsey Penrose — Fri, 10 May 2024 14:56:06 +0000

Event Date:

Repeats every day until Thu Jun 06 2024 .

June 4, 2024 (All day)

June 5, 2024 (All day)

June 6, 2024 (All day)

by Kelsey Penrose

Looking for something for you kiddos to do this summer that includes exercise, fun, and team building? Look no further than the Carson Baseball Summer Camp!

Happening June 4 - 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., this summer camp is for children ages 8 - 12. Players will be able to learn the game from Carson High School coaches and players alike.

The cost is $100 per player with $65 for additional siblings.

Drop off is at 9 a.m., and pick up is at 1 p.m. sharp from the Carson High School Baseball Field.

Players must bring a hat, lunch, water bottle, bat/glove, and wear sunscreen!

There is limited space, so sign up today at https://Carsonhighbaseball.com

If you have questions, please feel free to email carsonbaseballboosters@gmail.com

Carson City's Catmandu introduces their Cat of the Week: Cutie Pie

Fri, 10 May 2024 14:15:29 +0000

Vivian Spiker

Once again our cat of the week is the winner of our Whisker Wednesday contest at Catmandu. Meet Cutie Pie. While she loves to be called Cutie, you can also call her Pie for short.

The name definitely fits her as everyone agrees she is as sweet as pie. Just 7 years old, this gorgeous long-haired black and white tuxedo is nothing less than perfect. She will happily sit in your lap and enjoy all the pets and attention you can give.

Cutie Pie was abandoned in an apartment in Gardnerville, alone and afraid until the landlord found her hiding under a bed. Thankfully she had a microchip, so we were able to find out her age and original name. Attempts to contact her former owners were met with complete silence, so she came to Catmandu to find a new and forever home.

Cutie Pie gets along with cats that are nice to her but would be perfectly happy being your one and only. We have no idea how she is with dogs. This sweet girl is entirely ready for her new home. She is spayed and up to date on her shots. She is very friendly with humans and will make a wonderful companion to the lucky person(s) that adopts her.

If you would like to be that lucky person, please complete a pre-adoption application on our website at CatmanduCC.org/adoption. Come visit Cutie Pie at Catmandu and prepare to fall in love. Catmandu is located at 1829 Brown Street and are open Friday-Sunday from 11am to 5pm.

Catmandu is a cage-free cat sanctuary and rescue that is celebrating a decade of lifesavingin 2024. Since March of 2014, more than 2700 cats have passed through our doors and intoa better life. Many, many other cats and kittens have been helped over the years through our various programs and efforts.

We are a non-profit organization that receives no government funding or assistance from national organizations. We rely on donations and the generosity of the community to continue our lifesaving efforts. If you are interested in donating or volunteering, please visit our website at CatmanduCC.org.
Meow means thank you.

Lyon County Utilities to conduct water main flushing in Dayton's Rose Peak area

Jeff Munson — Fri, 10 May 2024 00:29:22 +0000

Event Date:

May 14, 2024 (All day)

Lyon County news release

In a systematic approach to improve water quality, Lyon County Utilities will be conducting water main flushing Tuesday and Wednesday, May 14-15 in the Rose Peak area (roughly between Flowery Avenue and Sheep Camp Road) in Dayton, Nev.

During this process, sediment that has collected on the bottom of the water mains may be stirred up causing discolored water. The sediment in the water is the result of the minerals that have settled to the bottom of the water mains during the year. The sediment is not harmful.

Please check the water in your washing machine prior to doing laundry to be sure it is running clear as the discolored water may stain light-colored clothing. You may also experience intermittent low water pressure or no pressure during this time.

Allow for 4-6 hours upon completion of flushing for water to clear up. If after this time it has not cleared, please contact Lyon County Utilities at (775) 246-6220. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Hot Air for Hope Balloon Festival happening May 17-19 at Lampe Park in Gardnerville

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 09 May 2024 22:40:00 +0000

Event Date:

Repeats every day until Sun May 19 2024 .

May 17, 2024 (All day)

May 18, 2024 (All day)

May 19, 2024 (All day)

by Kelsey Penrose

The 2nd annual Hot Air for Hope Balloon Festival is returning May 17-19 at Lampe Park in Gardnerville. This is a free community event that benefits the Center for Hope and Healing.

“The Center has worked to support grieving families for the past 12 years, to start the healing process as they navigate the loss of their loves ones,” a spokesperson for the event wrote. “With the help of our community, the Center for Hope and Healing is proud to offer peer support groups, free of charge, to children, teens, adults and families in Douglas, Carson, Lake Tahoe and surrounding communities.”

In addition to a number of balloons, there are several food trucks, entertainment, craft vendors, non-profit booths, and much more!

There are dozens of vendors, performers and booths, all of which can be viewed here.

Friday

On Friday, May 17 the fun begins at Lampe Park at 5 a.m. with the opening of the park, and at 6 a.m. the national anthem will be sung followed by the Flag Balloons Launch.

at 6:15 a.m., the rest of the balloons will begin to launch carrying media, veterans and first responders.

The “Fire it Up, Carson Valley!” event begins at 6 p.m. Friday at Lampe Park with the opening of food trucks and vendor booths which will remain open until 10 p.m.

Balloon pilots will begin arriving around 6:45 p.m. for a public meet and greet, and at 7:30 p.m., pilots will prepare baskets to “fire it up!” candlestick and chip shot style.

Saturday
The park will open again at 5 a.m. with food trucks on site from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Arts, crafts and food booths will open at 5:30 a.m. and will also be on site until 3 p.m.

The national anthem and flag balloons launch will take place at 6 a.m., followed by the rest of the balloons launching at 6:15 a.m.

From 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., experience tethered balloons, performers and entertainment throughout the day!

Sunday

The park will open at 5 a.m. and food trucks will be on site from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m.

The national anthem and flag balloons launch will take place at 6 a.m. followed by the rest of the balloons launching at 6:15 a.m.

Weather permitting, tethered balloons will be available at 7:30 a.m.

For more information, please visit https://www.hotairforhope.com/ or follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/hotairforhope

Mark Twain Days full festival schedule for this weekend in Carson City, Virginia City

Kelsey Penrose — Thu, 09 May 2024 19:48:00 +0000

Event Date:

Repeats every day until Sun May 12 2024 .

May 10, 2024 (All day)

May 11, 2024 (All day)

May 12, 2024 (All day)

by Kelsey Penrose

The wait is finally over. The second annual Mark Twain Days Festival returns to Carson City and Virginia City this weekend! Enjoy themed train rides, concerts, literature, book sales, kid's stories, and so much more all throughout the capital city and Virginia City.

Let's take a look at the full list of events for the weekend.

Carson City

FRIDAY MAY 10

MARK TWAIN MEDALLION MINTING
8:30 am to 4:30 pm - Nevada State Museum Ticketed Event / Kids under 17 Free

NAC’S TRAVELING EXHIBITION - GEOGRAPHICAL DIVIDES: FINDING COMMON GROUND
 9 am to 4 pm - Carson City Senior Center

CARSON CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY - GUIDED TOURS
 10 am to 4 pm - Foreman-Roberts House

STORYTIME: TOM SAWYER WITH PADDLEBOAT STEAM ACTIVITY 
10:30 am to 12 pm - Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada 
Free - Does Not Include Museum Admission

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION WRITING by the Silver State Storytellers
 12 to 2 pm - Comma Coffee - Ticketed Event

MARK TWAIN’S INFLUENCE ON AFRICAN AMERICANS AND SOCIETY
 12 to 1:30 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Ballroom Ticketed Event

DON KUHL: YOUR LIFE IS A STORY
12:30 to 1:30 pm - Carson City Senior Center

DR. AMY GHILIERI HISTORY OF BOOKS WORKSHOP (Hands On) 
3 to 5 pm - Western Nevada College Print Room

CONNECTIONS - SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER MCAVOY LAYNE
 5:15 to 7 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Ballroom

ELEMENTS OF WRITING WORKSHOP - SUZANNE MORGAN WILLIAMS
 5:30 to 8:30 pm - Community Arts Building Ticketed Event

MARK TWAIN PAINT AND SIP
 6:30 to 9 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Classroom Ticketed Event

LITERATURE IN THE DIGITAL AGE WITH SCOTT NEUFFER 
7:15 to 9 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Performance Hall

NEIL SIMON’S FOOLS BY PPI 
7 to 9 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Maizie Theater Ticketed Event

THE PLEASURES OF MUSIC BY THE CARSON CITY SYMPHONY
7:30 pm - Shepherd of the Sierras

HARMONIES, WESTERN WIT AND HIGH- YODELING WITH RIDERS IN THE SKY
7:30 to 10:30 pm - Nashville Social Club Ticketed Event

MARK TWAIN THEMED CRIME SCENE EXPERIENCE
 All Day - Escape 36 - Ticketed Event

SATURDAY MAY 11

MARK TWAIN MEDALLION MINTING
8:30 am to 4:30 pm - Nevada State Museum

NEVADA STATE MUSEUM FREE ADMISSION
8:30 am to 4:30 pm - Nevada State Museum

NEVADA STATE RAILROAD MUSEUM FREE ADMISSION
9 am to 4:30 pm - Nevada State Railroad Museum

ELEVATING FICTION WITH POETRY BY SILVER STATE STORYTELLERS
9 am to 11 am - Comma Coffee - Ticketed Event

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF NORTHERN NEVADA FREE ADMISSION
9:30 am to 4 pm - Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada

JUMPING FROG CELEBRATION
9:30 am to 4:30 pm - Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada

OPENING DAY FOR HISTORIC NEVADA STATE PRISON TOURS
9/10/11 am, 12 pm - Nevada State Prison Ticketed Event

CARSON CITY: THEN AND NOW WITH JED BLOCK
10 am - Brewery Arts Center - Ballroom
Ticketed Event

RARE BOOK AND AUTHOR FAIR
10 am to 3 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Performance Hall

NEVADA INSPIRED SHORTS HOSTED BY JESSE JAMES ZIEGLER
10 am to 3 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Performance Hall

WAGON RIDES Featuring the Mule Stylings of Valkyrie, Svana, and Freydis
10 am to 3 pm - Brewery Arts Center
Ticketed Event

TWAIN DAYS ART FAIR
10 am to 3 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Parking Lot

FAMILY FUN SATURDAY - GRATITUDE CARDS
10 am to 3 pm - Nevada State Museum

STATE CAPITOL BUILDING TOURS FREE ADMISSION
10 am to 3 pm - Nevada State Capitol Building

CARSON CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY GUIDED TOURS
10 am to 4 pm - Foreman-Roberts House

TREASURE HUNT PRESENTED BY DBA
10 am to 4 pm - Downtown Carson

PRINT MAKING WORKSHOP (Hands On)
10 to 11:30 am - Community Arts Building Ticketed Event

DBA PASSPORT ADVENTURE
11 am to 2 pm - Midtown Marketplace start

GHOST WALK: THE FABULISTS
11 am to 12:30 pm - Bob McFadden Plaza Ticketed Event

NEWSPAPER WORKSHOP
11 am to 2 pm - Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada

WRITING FOR THE SILVER SCREEN BY SILVER STATE STORYTELLERS
12 to 2 pm - Comma Coffee - Ticketed Event

FAMILY FRIENDLY LITERARY WORKSHOP
12 to 1:30 pm - Community Arts Building
Ticketed Event

OGRES-HOLM POTTERY MAKE YOUR OWN CALAVERAS FROG
12 to 6 pm - Ogres-Holm Pottery Studio

THE WIND: LIVE WITH FIL CORBETT AND MICHAEL BRANCH
12 to 2 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Ballroom Ticketed Event

FAMILY STORYTIME - THE TAIL OF TIKKI THE QUAIL
1 to 1:30 pm - Nevada State Museum

STURO ARTIST TALK AND DEMONSTRATION
1:30 to 2:30 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Exhibition Hall

FAMILY STORYTIME - THE TAIL OF TIKKI THE QUAIL
2 to 2:30 pm - Nevada State Museum

WE MUST-ACHE YOU TO JOIN US FOR A MUSTACHE PHOTO OP WITH MARK TWAIN
2:30 to 3 pm - Brewery Arts Center

RIVER AND BRIDGES: THE WAYS WE MOVE THROUGH AND TOWARD WITH GAILMARIE PAHMEIER AND COURTNEY CLIFTEN
2 to 4 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Ballroom
Ticketed Event

CARSON STREET RAGTIME BAND
4 to 6 pm - The White House

SPOKEN VIEWS COLLECTIVE
7 to 9 pm - Western Nevada College

BOW TIE BALL
6 to 9 pm - Nevada State Museum Ticketed Event

SNOWSHOE THOMPSON: SUPER HERO OF THE SIERRA NEVADA CHAUTAUQUA PERFORMANCE BY DAVID AND GAYLE WOODRUFF
6:30 to 7:30 pm - Foreman-Roberts House Ticketed Event

MARK TWAIN PAINT AND SIP
6:30 to 9 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Classroom Ticketed Event

NEIL SIMON’S FOOLS BY PPI
7 to 9 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Maizie Theater - Ticketed Event

AN EVENING OF BLUES WITH COCO MONTOYA
7:30 to 10:30 pm - Nashville Social Club Ticketed Event

MARK TWAIN THEMED CRIME SCENE EXPERIENCE
All Day - Escape 36

SUNDAY MAY 12
MARK TWAIN MEDALLION MINTING
8:30 am to 4:30 pm - Nevada State Museum Paid Admission

HISTORIC NEVADA STATE PRISON TOURS
9/10/11 am and 12 pm - Nevada State Prison Ticketed Event

CARSON CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY GUIDED TOURS
10 am to 4 pm - Foreman-Roberts House

FAMILY ART WORKSHOP CREATE POETRY AND CARDS
10 to 10:45 am - Community Arts Building Ticketed Event

GHOST WALK: THE FABULISTS
11 am to 12:30 pm - Bob McFadden Plaza Ticketed Event

FAMILY ART WORKSHOP CREATE POETRY AND CARDS
11 to 11:45 am - Community Arts Building
Ticketed Event

FAMILY ART WORKSHOP CREATE POETRY AND CARDS
12 to 12:45 pm - Community Arts Building Ticketed Event

NEIL SIMON’S FOOLS BY PPI
2 to 4 pm - Brewery Arts Center - Maizie Theater - Ticketed Event

MARK TWAIN THEMED CRIME SCENE EXPERIENCE
Open at 12 to 9 pm - Escape 36 - Ticketed Event

Virginia City

FRIDAY MAY 10

MARK TWAIN PHOTO OP AND MERCHANDISE
All Day - Mark Twain Casino

PAM BREKAS SPRING ART EXHIBITION St. Mary’s Art Center

MARK TWAIN EXHIBITION St. Mary’s Art Center

LOUISE CURRAN THEATER: MARK TWAIN AND THE ARTS SLIDESHOW
St. Mary’s Art Center

TWAIN TRAIN TO VIRGINIA CITY 2:30 to 8:45 pm - V&T Railroad
Ticketed Event

MARK TWAIN DAYS ART AFTER DARK 3:30 to 7:30 pm - St. Mary’s Art Center
Ticketed Event - $20.00/Members $15.00

ART LAB: CREATE MINIATURE PAINTINGS 3:45 to 7:30 pm - St. Mary’s Art Center
Ticketed Event

VIRGINIA CITY SHUTTLES 3:30 to 7:30 pm

LIVE MUSIC BY THE OTHERS BROTHERS
4 to 7 pm - St. Mary’s Art Center

TOURS OF TERRITORIAL ENTERPRISE
4:30 to 7 pm - Territorial Enterprise
Ticketed Event

LEARN ABOUT MARK TWAIN’S FORMATIVE TIME IN VIRGINIA CITY FROM HISTORIAN JOE CURTIS
5 to 7 pm - Fourth Ward School and Museum Ticketed Event - Members Free

PRINTING PRESS DEMONSTRATION Fourth Ward School and Museum

“BUCK FANSHAW’S FUNERAL” BY MARK TWAIN
READING BY MARTIN A. DAVID
5:30 pm - St. Mary’s Art Center

SATURDAY MAY 11

MARK TWAIN PHOTO OP AND MERCHANDISE
All Day - Mark Twain Casino

V&T MOTHER’S DAY TRAIN
10 am to 4:15 pm - V&T Railroad Ticketed Event

CELEBRATE MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND ON THE COMSTOCK
10 am to 4 pm - Gallery of the West

PAM BREKAS SPRING ART EXHIBITION St. Mary’s Art Center

MARK TWAIN EXHIBITION St. Mary’s Art Center

LOUISE CURRAN THEATER: MARK TWAIN AND THE ARTS SLIDESHOW
St. Mary’s Art Center

VICTORIAN TEA AND BRUNCH
12 to 2 pm - Fourth Ward School and Museum Ticketed Event

VICTORIAN HAT FASHION AND HISTORY PRESENTATIONS
12 to 2 pm - Fourth Ward School and Museum Ticketed Event

ART LAB: CREATE MINIATURE PAINTINGS
3:45 to 7:30 pm - St. Mary’s Art Center
Ticketed Event

VIRGINIA CITY SHUTTLES
3:30 to 7:30 pm - Virginia City

TOURS OF TERRITORIAL ENTERPRISE
10 am to 4 pm - Territorial Enterprise Ticketed Event

ART & HISTORY EXPERIENCE
11 to 4 pm - St. Mary’s Art Center Ticketed Event - Members Free

SUNDAY MAY 12

MARK TWAIN PHOTO OP AND MERCHANDISE
All Day - Mark Twain Casino

V&T MOTHER’S DAY TRAIN
10 am to 4:15 pm - V&T Railroad Ticketed Event

CELEBRATE MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND ON THE COMSTOCK
10 am to 4 pm - Gallery of the West

MARK TWAIN EXHIBITION - Learn more about other iconic Virginia City writers and newspapers
10 am to 5 pm - Fourth Ward School and Museum Ticketed Event

PAM BREKAS SPRING ART EXHIBITION St. Mary’s Art Center
Ticketed Event

MARK TWAIN EXHIBITION St. Mary’s Art Center
Ticketed Event

LOUISE CURRAN THEATER: MARK TWAIN AND THE ARTS SLIDESHOW
St. Mary’s Art Center
Ticketed Event

ART & HISTORY EXPERIENCE
11 to 4 pm - St. Mary’s Art Center Ticketed Event - Members Free

VIRGINIA CITY SHUTTLES
3:30 to 7:30 pm - Virginia City

ART LAB: CREATE MINIATURE PAINTINGS
3:45 to 7:30 pm - St. Mary’s Art Center
Ticketed Event

TOURS OF TERRITORIAL ENTERPRISE
10 am to 4 pm - Territorial Enterprise Ticketed Event

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Cops and Kids on Saturday gives families chance to connect with Carson City Sheriff's Office

Jeff Munson — Thu, 09 May 2024 18:10:25 +0000

Event Date:

May 11, 2024 - 11:00am

By Kelsey Penrose

Each year, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office hosts an open house event as a way to connect families, deputies, non-profits and more. This year the event takes place Saturday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Law enforcement and community organizations set up booths along East Musser Street to provide fun, interactive and educational activities and games for children and families, helping them connect with the agencies, while also promoting positive relationships between law enforcement and the community as a whole,” according to the sheriff’s office.

Cops and Kids Sheriff’s Open House was started by Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong as part of the community policing efforts implemented by his administration and has grown into a highly anticipated community event for children and their families.

The event each year is vital to the relationships between the sheriff’s office and the community, said Furlong.

“The relationship that our children have with our officers is critical to our environment, especially in our schools,” Furlong said. “That relationship is being built with our School Resource Officers but that extends to all the other officers along with the resources we have available through our partnerships with nonprofits such as Ron Wood, the Boys and Girls Club, and more. This is a single spot for parents to bring kids meet officers and meet the nonprofits that serve our community.”

Various law enforcement departments including the K9 Unit, SWAT, traffic, and detectives will be available and children will have the opportunity to engage with patrol cars, SWAT vehicles, patrol cars, and more.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is located at 911 E. Musser St.

Nevada State Police identify northern California man who died in I-80 crash in Fernley

Jeff Munson — Thu, 09 May 2024 18:09:32 +0000

Nevada State Police has identified a Northern California man who died in a fatal crash last month on I-80 in Fernley.

Joshua Fitzgerald, a 31-year-old man from Mount Shasta, Calif., died from injuries from the crash that happened April 16. He died later on April 24, according to Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol Division.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a gray 2013 Dodge Ram was traveling eastbound on the IR80 in the far left (number one) travel lane near Mile Marker 53.

The driver of the Dodge Ram steered to the right causing the Dodge to travel from the number one travel lane through the number two travel lane. The Dodge overturned multiple times and came to rest on its roof between the two travel lanes.

An orange 2024 Freight-liner towing an enclosed trailer was traveling eastbound on IR80 near mile marker 53 in the number two travel lane.

The Freightliner attempted to avoid the overturned Dodge by braking and left steering. The front right of the Freightliner struck the side of the Dodge. The Dodge rotated clockwise and came to rest on its roof facing southbound in the right shoulder dirt area. The Freightliner came to rest in the far left (number one) travel lane.

The driver of the Dodge Ram, Joshua Fitzgerald, was taken to an area hospital with serious injuries. Fitzgerald died of his injuries on April 24, 2024.

Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Northern Command West M.I.R.T (Multidisciplinary Investigation and Reconstruction Team) is investigating this crash.

The Nevada Highway Patrol Northern Command West has investigated 8 fatal crashes resulting in 10 fatalities thus far in 2024.