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Autumn is coming. It seems our days of 80+ degree weather is over, but so are rainy days we’ve seen this week. The Carson Aquatic Center welcomes everyone to a ‘Dive-in Movie’ on their new LED screen: Finding Nemo is a perfect flick for the whole family. Funnyman Adam Stone headlines this week’s Carson Comedy inside the Carson Nugget for those needing a good laugh. The Carson Area Chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America will gather to honor those who have given their all and have yet to come home during a POW/MIA Recognition Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial on the Capitol Grounds.

Eleanor Romeo, 10, loves to read. “I like reading the Percy Jackson series. I like history — it’s about Greek gods, and it’s pretty interesting,” she said. “I also like the biography series, ‘Who Was?’ books. They’re about people who made a change in the world. They’re fun to read.”

Browse the many full tables of beautiful jewelry! The Carson City Senior Center's sale of gently used jewelry to benefit the Meals on Wheels program will be Thursday and Friday, September 21 and 22 from 9am to 2pm in the main lobby of the Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. Donations are appreciated. Call 775-883-0703 for more information.

Positive human cases of West Nile Virus continue to be reported in Carson City, Douglas and Lyon counties, health officials said Thursday.

The Carson Comedy Club at the Carson Nugget in Carson City presents the comedic stylings of Adam Stone this Friday, Sept. 15.

"Have fun, give fun" is the motto which embodies the comedy of Hawaiian native Stone. With an intent to truly embrace the moment and connect with people, Adam gets the audience laughing with well-crafted material, physical comedy, improvisation, and silly impressions, all through an onstage persona that is endearing and likeable.

Join us for the 2017 Carson Beer Crawl on Saturday, September 16th from 3PM-7PM. Admission is ONLY $15 and includes a Free Beer Mug.

Your first pour is FREE! Get a chance to win GREAT prizes including a scooter on October 21st! Register at Laxalt Plaza. A donation will be made to F.I.S.H. Please bring a canned food donation. Hosted by the Brew Crew and sponsored by Firestone Walker Brewing Company featuring Easy Jack IPA.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public's help in locating a 16-year-old runaway last seen June 13 of this year.

UPDATE 335PM: Thursday's power outage was caused by an NV Energy fuse on a power line that feeds Carson High School, according to Carson City School District Spokesman Dan Davis. Wednesday's electrical storm may or may not be blamed for the equipment failure, he said.

The Carson Douglas Medical Society Alliance presented FISH, also known as Friends in Service Helping, with a donation of $2,000 dedicated to the Ross Clinic.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday that a runaway teenager reported publicly on Tuesday has been found safe.

After serving nearly 23 years in office as a Carson City Justice of the Peace, Municipal Court Judge John Tatro announced Thursday that he will not seek another term.

UPDATE 338PM: Thursday's power outage was caused by an NV Energy fuse on a power line that feeds Carson High School, according to Carson City School District Spokesman Dan Davis. Wednesday's electrical storm may or may not be blamed for the equipment failure, he said.

The failure caused a brown-out at CHS that resulted in partial power going into the electrical devices requiring 3-phase power. This brown-out condition caused HVAC pumps and motors to labor inefficiently causing electrical smells and raising safety concerns.

The fire alarms were engaged and students evacuated for safety purposes. NV Energy arrived at CHS soon thereafter. Unfortunately, workers did not notify school administration that they would be turning off the power to the building that they did at lunch time.

"Coincidentally, a fight occurred in the hallway of the school and students were running toward the fight in darkened hallways. Not knowing if the power would be out for a short or long duration and in light of the already agitated student body, we decided to release the students early. School messenger calls were made to the parents notifying them of the early release. Power was restored to the school earlier this Thursday, and class will resume as usual Friday," said Davis.

UPDATE 1:30PM: Following the cancellation some skirmishes were reported as fights. Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong said there was adequate school resource officers and patrol coverage at the time school was released and none thus far resulted in arrests.
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UPDATE 12:30PM: Carson High School was canceled Thursday at around 12 noon due to electrical issues and a power outage, according to Carson City School District Superintendent Richard Stokes.

Earlier today a "popping" sound was heard near the boiler room that forced the school to be evacuated. Students returned to class. However, the electrical issues continued and school was shut down.

Students can walk home, drive if they have a vehicle or call their parents, said Superintendent Stokes. The district is contacting parents now regarding the matter. School buses will run at their regular 2 p.m. times.

Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies have stepped up patrolling the area at Saliman, Highway 50 East and Fifth Street due to heavy traffic flow in the area because of the school closure.
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UPDATE 12:05PM: Carson High School Resource Officers report a second evacuation Thursday due to testing of the electrical system. Students had been evacuated briefly earlier this morning due to an electrical issue near the boiler room. School maintenance is investigating.
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UPDATE 11:08AM: Students are now being allowed back into their classrooms, according to Carson City school resource officers on scene.
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Carson City Fire Department was called Thursday morning after school resource officers at Carson High School heard a "popping" sound near the boiler room and could smell smoke. Administrators pulled the fire alarm for precautionary measures and an evacuation was made.

A 32-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday for multiple charges including felony possession of stolen property, being a convicted felon with a firearm and destruction of property, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong and Sheriff’s Office staff have been presented with the United States Secret Service Director’s Award. The award recognizes the many contributions in support of the Secret Service mission and the commitment to the ideals and principles of responsible law enforcement.

Carson City-based Shaheen Beauchamp Builders is the general contractor on the project, which includes interior tenant improvements, updated ...

The weekend is creeping closer and there are a few things worth getting excited about. The annual Reno National Air Races began yesterday and run through Sunday, if high-flying and death-defying gets your blood pumping. Not to be outdone, Virginia City welcomes the Ferrari Hill Climb to the truck route this weekend – leave the hairpin turns to the professionals. Today you’ll have Ev Musselman on stage at Living the Good Life to help erase your workweek worries.

The Stewart Indian School Father's Day Powwow often stands out to attendees by the setting alone. “It’s a beautiful campus with multicolored stone buildings as well as the the grassy field,” said Sherry Rupert, executive director of the Nevada Indian Commission. “That’s a big attraction because most powwows are held in dirt or in parking lots.”

Carson Now Reader Brian Diiccaro submitted this lightning strike video over Carson City Wednesday afternoon:

UPDATE 5:47PM: Much of the localized flooding from the heavy rain has subsided. Winds are calm with a few lighting strikes still happening. There are no longer any severe weather warnings for Carson City.
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UPDATE 5:15PM: The Tornado Warning has expired. Flooding throughout Carson City is being reported as rush hours begins. William Street from Mills Park, College Parkway, Roop Street, and Saliman all experiencing flooding issues. Much of the heavy rain has now moved on though there are several lightning strikes still around Carson City.

Carson City Fire Department was called Wednesday afternoon to a small brush fire near the Snyder Avenue overpass.

DAYTON, Nev. – RTP Company, a global manufacturer of thermoplastic molding compounds, is preparing to reopen its Dayton facility, which has sat largely empty since the company shuttered the plant in 2001. The plant is scheduled to open near the end of 2017.

The Carson City Historical Society's second and last flea market yard sale of the summer will be this Saturday at the Foreman-Roberts House Museum park.

Help make a difference in your community, become an active volunteer for the Carson City Sheriff’s Office. Volunteers are the backbone of our organization and assist with a number of law enforcement duties so that sheriff’s deputies have more time to effectively spend in law enforcement duties.

A 50-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday in the 1800 block of North Lompa Lane for misdemeanor suspicion of driving under the influence, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Reno drivers are paying the most, at $3.17 per gallon, Sparks at $3.12, Carson City stood at $2.81; and Elko saw prices at $2.70 a gallon. The average ...

There will be a fundraiser Tuesday, Sept. 17 at Shoe Tree Brewing Company for Iliana Avila, an 8 year old girl from Carson City with an inoperable brain tumor, (DIPG).

She is currently under care at UCSF, where she is undergoing radiation to slow down the progression of her tumor. All funds collected at the event will help relieve some of the financial stress as her family spends as much time as possible with her.

Attention family members of any disabled American Veteran in the Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville, Dayton, TRE, Topaz, Lake Tahoe, Yerington or anywhere south of Washoe Valley: We are starting an Auxiliary for DAV Chapter 7 in Carson City.

Ready to head back to school, Carson City? The entire community is invited to attend the Open House Open Hearts Community Fair at Carson High School this evening. You’ll be treated to performances from our talented students, yummy treats created by the CHS Culinary students, and a plethora of information from community services like the library and Boys and Girls Club. Wheeled Food Wednesdays at the Brewery Arts Center is contingent on nice weather, so it’s too early to tell if the rain clouds will cooperate.

When’s the last time you attended a wedding aboard a train? Or has your business ever broken the mold to conduct a rolling meeting? Brides, grooms and meeting planners searching for a memorable venue for upcoming events need look no further than the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. The historic train has expanded its unique rental offerings for weddings, corporate events, family reunions and other special occasions.

A Carson City icon is closing. Grandma Hattie's, the family restaurant operating on South Carson Street for three decades, is shutting its doors at 3 p.m.