Gardnerville

Time for some Sunday holiday adventure. The Carson Nugget has something special tonight, a Van Halen Tribute Band plays two concerts in their upstairs ballroom. For a lazy afternoon in the shade, you’ll find live music on the porch of the Genoa Bar. The Tahoe Orchestra brings their annual 9/11 Memorial Concert to St. Gall’s Church in Gardnerville. Virginia City is trapped in a time loop during Civil War Days. Don’t forget to get your grub on at the annual Rib Cook-off in Sparks. Read on for more events for both Sunday and Monday.

It’s nice that the beginning of the school year is almost immediately rewarded with a three-day weekend. You’ll find annual events like Civil War Days in Virginia City and the Best in the West Rib Cook-off in Sparks, in addition to smaller happenings like the monthly Downtown Carson City Wine Walk and a roller derby double-header. If you haven’t made plans to head for the hills, take a look at your options and have a fun and safe Labor Day weekend.

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A 49-year-old Carson City man was arrested Thursday evening in the 1900 block of N. Fall Street on Tahoe Township traffic warrants after deputies responded to a call regarding possible threats.

Carson City area casinos saw less than a 1 percent gain in July gaming revenue while south shore Lake Tahoe casinos experienced a 25.5 percent increase compared to July 2017, according to figures released Thursday by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

The last big weekend of the summer is on its way, but if you’ve got a hankering for ribs, you can get them now. The annual Rib Cook-off in Sparks kicks off five days of barbeque heaven today – keep an eye open for our local champion, Carson City BBQ. Carson City BMX celebrates the end of the summer with a party at this evening’s practice. Songstress, Latisha Lewis, leads the band during tonight’s Jazz Night at Living the Good Life; if you’ve got some chops, bring an instrument and join the jam.

WEDNESDAY, August 29: Things to do in Carson City

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Don’t worry, you’ve still got four months for your holiday shopping, but Santa needs to hire a few helpers. The annual Polar Express on the V & T is getting ready to steam up and they are auditioning for elves etc. to lend a hand. The Nevada Arts Council has a new exhibit featuring Basque artwork; attend this evening’s artist reception to learn more about these unusual carvings. The ESL at Home program works quietly behind the scenes to bring better English language skills to non-native speakers.

MINDEN — An Alturas, Calif., man is in custody following a chase involving a motorhome late Sunday night that began in South Lake Tahoe then eastbound Highway 50 on Spooner and ended with a crash into a building on Highway 395 in Gardnerville.

UPDATE: The Douglas County Sheriff's Office provided more details into the RV pursuit late Sunday night that resulted in the arrest of a California man. This story has been updated to reflect new information. Go here for the full story.
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A vehicle pursuit that began on Highway 50 near Cave Rock at Lake Tahoe ended Sunday night with a crash in south Douglas County with one person in custody.

A groundbreaking ceremony for an all-new Sierra Nevada Ear Nose and Throat office in Carson City was held Friday afternoon at 1493 Medical Parkway.

An 18 year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday night at 10:12 p.m. in the Carson High School parking lot for gross misdemeanor dangerous weapon possession on school grounds, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported, as well as for misdemeanor marijuana and drug paraphernalia possession.

The last weekend of August holds tight to summertime tradition. Get something fresh from the field at Farmers Markets in Carson City, Genoa, and Dayton. Celebrate the end of summer with La Chamba on the Brewery Arts Center outdoor stage – one more season of Levitt Amp Community Concerts successfully behind us. Whether you want something fun to do with your ‘grown-up’ friends or something for the whole family to enjoy, take a look! There’s a little bit for everyone.

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The Tahoe/Douglas Elks Lodge is hosting the 3rd Annual Low Country Boil Saturday, Sept 8th, 5:00 PM (social hour) 6:00 PM (Dinner) at the lodge 1227 Kimmerling Rd, Gardnerville, NV 89460. It is only $20 for shrimp and all the fixins' including sausage, corn on cob, baby red potatoes, salad and french bread. Reservations and Advance Payment required by August 31st. Mail check to: Tahoe Douglas Elks Lodge
P.O. Box 143, Minden, NV 89423 –0143 Or call: Dan - (775) 745-5619 or Jim - (775) 267-9205

CARSON CITY — Through the end of the week, the Nevada Department of Transportation will place finishing touches on replacement of a bridge on Muller Lane in the Carson Valley before reopening the roadway Friday evening.

Lights, camera, action! The Second annual Jukebox Film Festival begins today at the Carson City Community Center. Two full days of features, documentaries, and short films with music as the uniting theme will be shown at the Carson City Community Center: 30 unique titles representing 29 different filmmakers from countries around the world. Blood Drum Spirit, a jazz band with an African influence, is the focus of one of those films and will be performing for free at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint this evening.

MINDEN — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest who may be involved in abandoning an animal at the Douglas County Animal Shelter in Gardnerville.

Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell will join the team from Sierra Nevada Ear Nose and Throat on Friday to celebrate the groundbreaking of their new office, which will house both SNENT and Sierra Nevada Hearing Aid Center in early 2019.

Wednesdays can be brutal: more than two full days until we reach the weekend. Don’t dismay, there’s something cooking midweek that might just keep you going. The Second annual Jukebox International Film Festival begins tomorrow with a two full days of music-centric documentaries, narratives, videos, and shorts.

Western Nevada College announced Tuesday that 32 students have qualified for the 2018 Summer Dean’s List.
To earn this recognition during the summer term, students attained a grade point average of 3.50 or higher and completed six units of classes or more. Students achieving the academic honor are:

CARSON CITY — As summer ends next month, the Nevada Department of Transportation is looking ahead and preparing to keep state roads clear when winter snow flies.

We are running out of summer weekends. I know that’s hard to believe right now, but hoodies and everything pumpkin is just beyond the horizon. Grab summer with both hands and go enjoy this beautiful city. The Brewery Arts Center brings Dennis Johnson and the Mississippi Ramblers to the stage for tonight’s free concert. Check out the Railroad Museum for your fill of music and antique motor cars. Car lovers have two shows to choose from today: spectators will be able to enjoy both, but you’ll have to pick one if you want to enter your ride. Keep reading for more summertime fun.

Five people were arrested in the area of N. Lompa and Highway 50 on Thursday afternoon after Carson City Sheriff's Office Deputies with the Special Enforcement Team located drugs for sale in their vehicle.

It’s a very special Friday for the kids of Carson City: it’s the last day of summer vacation. Take full advantage of your free time and check out some of today’s activities. Live music at McFadden Plaza tonight features local cover band, Deception. The Bowers Mansion Bluegrass Festival kicks off tonight with a band in the Davis Creek Campground. The U.S. Air Force’s Jazz Ensemble performs at the Bob Boldrick Theater as part of the Jazz and Beyond Music Festival. Free tickets have been available at the Chamber of Commerce for a few weeks, and if any are left, their numbers will be limited.

In a remarkable interfaith gesture, Hindu statesman Rajan Zed will address the congregants and others at St. Paul's Lutheran Family Church, “a community of Christians” in Carson City on Oct. 11.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying suspects involved in several burglary and vandalism incidents committed in the Gardnerville Ranchos.

Thank goodness for Thursday. The weekend is just hours away, but there is no reason to wait for the fun to start. Take a stroll with Muscle Powered: today’s hike will wind through the far east side of Carson, from Silver Saddle Ranch to Mexican Dam. Artsy Fartsy Art Galley hosts an artist meet and greet for Catherine King; enjoy a glass of wine while discovering her newest work. Head down the rabbit hole, and you may wind up on McFadden Plaza. The Carson City Classic Cinema Club brings the recent live-action version of Alice in Wonderland to the big screen on the downtown stage.

Let’s give this outdoors thing another try. Yesterday’s Jazz and beyond performances were moved indoors at the Brewery Arts Center when the rain hit, but I have more hope for today’s skies. Look for The Other Brothers Band this evening in the Comma Coffee Courtyard. Carson City BMX hosts practice and racing at the track in the Livermore Sports Complex; all ages are invited to participate, and one day memberships are available for those who’d like to try it out.

A series of strong thunderstorms with lightning strikes, gusty winds and rain began to move into the Carson City and Carson Valley and Lake Tahoe areas late Tuesday afternoon.

Carson City – Data on the number of Americans who have tattoos is hazy, but a 2015 Harris poll found roughly three in ten in the US have at least one tattoo, an increase from roughly two in ten in 2008; and those with one tattoo had a 70 percent likelihood of having two or more.

With a chance for thunderstorms and winds expected to kick up with them, the National Weather Service has issued a Fire Weather Watch covering much of the Carson City region beginning Tuesday afternoon.

I’m not even going to speculate on the air quality, but please use your best judgement when choosing your activities and there may be some cancellations that I am not aware of. Downtown has a full day of options, but the back roads may be a little more difficult to navigate due to construction projects. The great music that awaits will be worth the hassle. Read on and you’ll find indoors and outdoors activities that will help alleviate the cabin fever.

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