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A 38-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday for felony suspicion of grand larceny after he admitted to stealing a commercial refrigeration compressor from a market Tuesday and returned the following day to allegedly steal more items, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Farmers at the Third Street Farmers Market donated 1,346 pounds of fresh produce to the Carson City Feds Feed Families Food Drive that runs through Aug. 31.

Keith Alan Barnett will be performing in his first solo concert in the Zen Den at A to Zen in Carson City on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at 7pm. Tickets are $5.00 at the door and you receive a credit in the store.

A real southern gentleman, Keith was born in Tulsa OK, and grew up in Tulsa, Dallas TX & Atlanta, GA. A guitar player & singer almost his whole life. His influences are varied - from Willie Nelson & the outlaws of the 70s to modern country and rock. His re-imaginings of your old favorites are sure to become your new favorites.

A concert featuring several Northern Nevada musicians will be held Saturday, Sept. 23 from 4 to 9 p.m. on Bob McFadden Plaza in downtown Carson City to benefit the Alzheimer's Association.

In the blink of an eye, a three-day weekend will be here. No need to wait for the Best of the West Rib Cook-off, though – bar-be-que is already on the menu in Sparks’ Victorian Square. Dangberg Historic Home Ranch is hosting the last of its Twilight Concerts of the season, so grab a picnic dinner and the family for some live music in a beautiful setting. You don’t need a motorcycle to enjoy Battle Born Harley Davidson’s Bike Night – their full bar is a fun time, no matter your wheel count.

THURSDAY:

The Sears Hometown Store of Carson City has been named a 2017 “Sears Hometown Premier Store” for consistently offering the highest level of customer service, as well as outstanding store performance and quality standards.

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. – Join a park ranger on a guided tour and learn of Tahoe’s Comstock history, when the land that now makes up the park at Spooner Lake was used to harvest wood and water to feed the mines and population of Virginia City.

CARSON CITY - A crew of five Nevada Air Guardsmen are set to fly a C-130 Hercules Cargo Aircraft to Texas Thursday and assist the Texas National Guard with airlift operations in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.

Please join us Tuesday, Sept. 12, 5:30 p..m. at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City as the Sierra Nevada Forums will discuss the definitions associated with different sexual orientations, the unique challenges facing people who are LGBTQ, and the influences leading to discriminatory practices against them.

Willy the Wildcat greets students during the Associated Students of Western Nevada College welcome back barbecue at the WNC Carson City campus on Wednesday, Aug. 30. In the second photo, Morgan McClanahan serves lunch to, from left, Jennifer Sanchez, Eleisoy Sanchez and Natatlie Jeronimo during the barbecue. In the third photo, students enjoy the sunshine, food and conversation.

UPDATE FRIDAY FROM CCSO: The Carson City Sheriff’s Office would like to extend its gratitude to the community for its assistance in the identification of the suspect in this case. Although specific details of the case will not be disclosed, the suspect was positively identified. It is with the continued cooperation between the Carson City Sheriff’s Office and the community that these cases continue to have the best possible conclusions.
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The Carson City Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect involved in a Aug. 23 vehicle burglary.

Four years after a re-branding campaign was started to turn Carson City's tourism fortunes around, data since 2013 has shown the investments are beginning to pay significant dividends for the community.

A 41-year-old transient was arrested Monday for felony suspicion of providing false identification to avoid prosecution and being a fugitive from justice, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

CARSON CITY, Nev. -- Late summer and early fall brings more than just warming and cooling temperatures in Nevada. It also brings increased flood risks. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Nevada Division of Emergency Management advise the residents of Northern Nevada to get prepared — well ahead of rising waters.

The historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad and Railway Commission in partnership with Rail Events, Inc. will hold auditions for their annual production of “The Polar Express” train ride for the 2017 season.

Carson City – Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) was awarded a 2017 NMA Development Award presented by Nan McKay & Associates (NMA) ...

CARSON CITY — A Nevada Army Guard CH-47 Chinook helicopter crew will fly to Texas Wednesday to assist emergency responders in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. The Chinook helicopter crew is set to assist the Texas National Guard with search and rescue missions in the Houston, Texas, vicinity.

Now in its fourth year of a major re-branding effort, the Carson City Culture and Tourism Authority (CCCTA) has begun making arts and culture a major thrust in its marketing campaign to visitors, Executive Director Joel Dunn said.

Welcome to Wednesday, Carson City. The middle of the week may be known as hump day, but the Brewery Arts Center wants it to be something to look forward to. Wheeled Food Wednesday features family fun, community, and plenty of yummy eats from local food trucks. It’s generally thought that Carson City was named after Kit Carson, but that’s only partially true. The Carson River was named for the explorer, while Carson City was named for the river that runs through it. Learn more about this important high desert watershed at Dayton State Park.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible Tuesday night in Carson City and portions of western Nevada and eastern California, according to the National Weather Service.

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada is hosting a free, 6-week parenting workshop beginning Wednesday, Aug. 30 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Carson City clubhouse located at 1870 Russell Way. Free dinner is provided for participating families.

The first week of school is off to a smashing start at Western Nevada College in Carson City. Among the activities the Associated Students of Western Nevada arranged for students was knockerball. The students played the soccer game in bubbled suits on Tuesday afternoon at John L. Harvey Field. Knockerball Las Vegas provided the equipment.

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce the appointment of four new vice principals for the 2017-2018 school year: Mrs. Michelle Cleveland at Bordewich Bray Elementary, Mrs. Chelise Crookshanks at Carson Middle School (CMS), Mrs. Julie Cowan at Al Seeliger Elementary and Mrs. Cheryl Richetta at Fremont Elementary School.

A six-foot pet albino python snake was found Monday night by a Carson City Sheriff’s Office deputy in the area of Furgerson Ranch Road after it was seen slithering on a street and climbing up a tree.

A 26-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Monday for suspicion of felony mayhem and misdemeanor second offense domestic battery, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

IRS Revenue Procedure 2016-47 gives information and guidance about waivers of the 60 day rollover requirement of IRA distributions. You can print it out and use the model letter IRS provided. If you take a distribution from your IRA, 403(b), 457(b) or a qualified retirement plan, you can “pay it back” within 60 days and there is no tax on the distribution. And, the 10% early withdrawal penalty for folks under age 59 ½ does not apply.

ComputerCorps.org where “Every Home ‘A’ Classroom” is celebrating its 20th anniversary and will be holding an event at the Governor's Mansion for volunteers, supporters, friends and guests. Come Celebrate the ComputerCorps’ 20th Anniversary with Great Food, Drink, Music, Fun, Raffle Prizes and Memory Lane Photos. Comfortable and Casual Dress.

Event: 20th Anniversary Celebration
Cost: $15 ($20 at the Door) (Includes 5 Raffle Tickets)
When: Saturday, Sept 23rd, 2017, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: NV ST Governor’s Mansion (Nevada Room & Grounds)
606 Mountain St., Carson City, NV 89703

Labor Day weekend approaches. In addition to being a wine walk weekend in lovely downtown Carson City, the annual Best in the West Rib Cook-off in Sparks and Virginia City’s Civil War Days promise to make it a weekend packed with fun. Join Parks and Recreation for an easy walk through our historical east side or get your heart rate up with Muscle Powered this afternoon as they trek through Voltaire Canyon. Job seekers may find what they're looking for at the Carson Nugget: all experience levels are welcome for their Job Fair featuring several casino, hotel, and restaurant openings.

New Bariatric Group Support--Will have chance to mingle with others who have had surgery or doing surgery. Will discuss the new food labels coming out and guest speaker Psychologists.
Location: Great Basin Nutrition
783 Basque Way
Carson City, NV 89706
Bring a chair if you have one
5:30-6:30 pm