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Historic St. Paul's church in Virginia City picked for national grant program

St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Virginia City is one of 13 churches nationwide to be selected for the National Fund for Sacred Places, a program that pledges funds toward saving historic churches.

Spook-seekers gather for Haunted Cemetery Hike, hosted by Carson City Parks and Recreation

On the night of Wednesday, Oct. 24, the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department was joined by close to 60 participants at the Lone Mountain Cemetery for a haunted hike.

The hikers learned about the stories behind some of Nevada’s most culturally impactful figures, such as Hank Monk, Abram Curry, and Annie H. Martin, while getting visited by a couple spirits along the way!

Join Don Trump Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle for GOTV Rally at Carson Nugget

Event Date: 
November 2, 2018 - 9:30am

Join Don Trump, Jr, Kimberly Guilfoyle, Dean Heller and Adam Laxalt for a rally at the Carson Nugget, Friday Nov. 2, 2018 at 9:30 AM. Please arrive early. Register and get free tickets online by going here.

Senator Square: Carson High School teacher and military vet pays his debt in song

Though no one knows for sure who said “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life”, CHS teacher and Air Force veteran Tod Jennings, in his respectfully fun and playful manner, challenged CHS teacher and Navy veteran Daniel Ingram to a bet.

Celebrate the Silver State's diverse natural, cultural wonders this Nevada Day

CARSON CITY — Did you know that Nevada Day is the largest celebration of statehood in the nation? Nevada Day is more than an extraordinary parade, it is Nevada’s heritage celebration – a gathering of communities to salute our State’s past and embrace its future.

Nevada Day Powwow celebrates state’s native cultures

Event Date: 
October 26, 2018 (All day)
October 27, 2018 (All day)
October 28, 2018 (All day)

CARSON CITY — As Nevada plans to celebrate its birthday this weekend, the Nevada Day Powwow aims to highlight the heritage that helped shape the state. While it will feature American Indian dancers from across the country and Canada, it will encompass more than native traditions.

Screenwriting 101 with Sean Mick

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sat Nov 10 2018 .
November 10, 2018 - 9:00am

SCREENWRITING 101 with Sean Mick: This one-day workshop covers all aspects of the screenwriter's craft, including Structure, Character, Dialogue, Format, Sales and Marketing. Beginners will learn the tools needed to write their first screenplay; more experienced writers will increase their skills and gain new insights into the writing process.

NNDA Carson City talk aims to show how businesses can find green by being eco-friendly

Event Date: 
October 24, 2018 - 6:45am

When it comes to the environment, a common question among business owners usually boils down to the old paradigm question: "do I protect the environment or the bottom line?"

Carson City man jailed for alcohol violation after allegedly making threats with BB gun

A 31-year-old Carson City man was arrested Sunday for felony parole and probation violation after allegedly waving a BB gun around and threatening people near a casino in the 1900 block of North Carson Street, a sheriff's deputy said.

What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Oct. 20

Nevada Day and the big parade are just one week away, but first is the annual Carson City Ghost Walk this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in downtown Carson City.

Carson City man charged with DUI after driving through backyards with cold Coors Light in cupholder

A 23-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of Fairview and N. Edmonds drives Thursday at 11:23 a.m. for DUI first offense, open container, and failure to maintain a lane.

Deputies were dispatched to a report of a single vehicle accident in which a vehicle had driven through two fences and had come to a stop in the backyard of a residence on Quinn Drive.

Transient man arrested for failing to register after harassing grocery store customers

—A 57-year-old transient man was arrested in the parking lot of a Carson City grocery store early Friday morning on the charge of an ex-felon failing to register.

Deputies were called to the grocery store on reports of an intoxicated male harassing customers. When the man was asked to leave by employees, the man took a shopping cart for personal use and attempted to leave the property with the cart.

Today is 'Purple Thursday' in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month's 'Week of Action'

October 14-20 is National Week of Action for October's Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Thursday is commemorated by wearing purple to show support for survivors of domestic violence, and for ending domestic violence everywhere.

Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space's Interpretive Program hosts fall colors hike

Event Date: 
October 20, 2018 - 9:00am

CARSON CITY — Ever wonder why the leaves change color in the fall? Come find out this Saturday, Oct. 20, 9 a.m. on a guided hike from Carson River Park to the Mexican Ditch Trail.

Events and happenings in Carson City for Wednesday, October 17

Happy Wednesday, Carson City! We’re half way through the work week with a chilly day ahead. The high is 68, low at 28. Today is October 17, and here’s what we have in store for you today:

It's Your City: Light After Dark Carson City focuses on domestic violence, sexual assault awareness

In this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer talks with Traci Trenoweth from Advocates to End Domestic Violence and the Sexual Assault Response Advocates about the annual Light After Dark benefit 5K and 10K walk and run featured this Saturday, Oct. 20 at Riverview Park in Carson City.

What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Oct. 13

The thunderous roar of jet engines will rumble across the skies above Carson City and the Carson Valley this weekend as the famed U.S. Navy Blue Angels flight team headlines the 2018 Aviation Roundup at the Minden-Tahoe Airport.

Scarecrow Festival, Pumpkin Decorating at Carson Mall

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sat Oct 13 2018 .
October 13, 2018 (All day)

Come on down to the Carson Mall Scare Crow Festival, spanning two Saturdays, Oct. 13 and Oct. 20, from 12-3 p.m. and 3-6 p.m. Scarecrows cost $20 per day and pumpkins are $15 each day to decorate.

Save $5 if you register before the day of on the Carson Mall Facebook page.

Make your own scarecrow. We have enough supplies to make over 150 hand-made scarecrows and 100 pumpkins, too.

Events and happenings in Carson City for Friday, October 12

Happy Friday Carson City! Today starts the sunny weekend ahead, with a high of 67 and cloudless skies.

On the books today is the Loud as Folk concert at the Brewery Arts Center, a tour of the Carson River, a morning walk of the newly opened Linear Ditch Trail, Moon Lectures, and more!

Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Oct. 11

Hello Carson City, we are rounding third and headed into the weekend. Today is Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018. Among featured events include a morning coffee networking meeting, an afternoon hike, a spiritual conversation with a Hindu statesman at St. Paul's Lutheran Family Church, art showings and more.

Carson Valley Turkey Trot

Event Date: 
November 22, 2018 - 7:30am

Get your gobble on! Join us for this great event on Thanksgiving morning! Carson Valley Turkey Trot is a 5K Fun Run/Walk held at Minden Park. Leashed dogs welcome!

Registration is live! Register here:https://www.classy.org/event/2018-carson-valley-turkey-trot-5k/e192701

If you would like to volunteer at the event, please email admin@carsonvalleycommunityfoodcloset.org

*Race route and start time subject to change

Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Oct. 9

Good morning Carson City. Today is Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018. For those keeping score, there are 77 days until Christmas. Among today's featured events are a morning organized walk and evening hike, an estate planning seminar, the second League of Women Voters Election Forum, a fundraiser for a Carson City woman diagnosed with cancer, art exhibits and live jazz.

Carson City arrests: Woman jailed for allegedly hitting boyfriend with frying pan

A 35-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Friday for suspicion of domestic battery after allegedly hitting her boyfriend with a frying pan, a sheriff’s deputy said.

Guided Walks of Historic Genoa at Mormon Station State Historic Park

GENOA, Nev. — Mormon Station is located in the heart of the Genoa National Historic District, which encompasses over 25 structures and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

Senator Square: Carson High School teacher raises money for breast cancer awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and this time every year touches the heart of one of the teachers at CHS: Art teacher Mike Malley, whose mother is a breast cancer survivor, due to early detection, has decided to take breast cancer awareness to a new level by putting on a fundraising event Oct. 18 at the Trimmer Barn from 5 to 8 p.m.

Carson Creepy Short Horror Film Competition begins Oct. 17

Event Date: 
Repeats every 3 days until Wed Oct 24 2018 .
October 17, 2018 - 12:00pm
Event Date: 
October 20, 2018 - 12:00pm
Event Date: 
October 23, 2018 - 12:00pm

The annual Carson Creepy Short Horror Film Competition will begin on Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 12 p.m. and ends on Wednesday, Oct 24.

Sierra Lutheran High School 'Christ IS Christmas' Craft Fair Nov. 3-4

Event Date: 
Repeats every 4 days until Sun Nov 04 2018 .
November 3, 2018 - 9:00am

Sierra Lutheran will host the inaugural "Christ IS Christmas" Craft Fair the weekend of Nov. 3-4. The fair will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday in the Norm Brauer Gymnasium.

Lyon County Sheriff's Office conducts brothel compliance checks

YERINGTON — The Lyon County Sheriff's s Office with the assistance of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers conducted a series of brothel work card compliance checks Wednesday of prostitutes who obtained work cards contrary to Lyon County Code and in possible violation of U.S. immigration law for the following Mound House brothels: Bunny Ranch, Kit Kat Ranch, and the Love Ranch.

Government Surplus Auction Oct. 13

Up for bid at Oct 13, 2018 Auction
Up for bid at Oct. 13, 2018 Auction
Up for bid at Oct. 13, 2018 Auction
Up for bid at Oct. 13, 2018 Auction
Up for bid at Oct. 13, 2018 Auction
Event Date: 
Repeats every 2 days until Sat Oct 13 2018 .
October 13, 2018 - 9:00am

What: Government Surplus Fall Auction https://www.tntauction.com/calendar/124

When: Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. Bidding starts at 9 a.m. Preview the items on site Oct. 11, and 12, 2018.

Why: Get great prices on previously owned cars, SUVs, Trucks, equipment and more.

Who: Open to the public.

How: Register with TNT Auctions and place bids on wanted items either online or in-person on site.

Where: Tahoe Reno Industrial Center, 601 Britain Drive in Storey County.

Carson City arrests: Two booked for being ex-felons failing to register

A Carson City man was arrested early Thursday for misdemeanor being an ex-felon failing to register and being an intoxicated pedestrian in the roadway, a sheriff’s deputy said.

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