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Tahoe Regional Planning Agency OKs U.S. 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project

STATELINE, Nev. — The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency 15-member Governing Board on Thursday unanimously approved the U.S. 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project proposed by the Tahoe Transportation District.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 15

Good day Carson City. It is Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. We are exactly one week away until Thanksgiving. Today is the early deadline for the annual Turkey Trot so be sure to sign up to assure a t-shirt and goodie bag. Also on tap today are networking opportunities, the Peace Officer Standards and Training graduation, an artist reception for Louise Noel at Artsy Fartsy and more.

Locals pack Carson Nugget for early viewing of 'Casino Boss' filmed in Carson City this summer

It was a packed house Wednesday night at the Carson Nugget in Carson City with a public viewing of "Casino Boss," a new TV show filmed in the capital city this summer starring comedian and Saturday Night Live alum Joe Piscopo and featuring more than 150 locals who were cast as extras.

Carson City Turkey Trot early registration deadline is Thursday

Event Date: 
November 15, 2018 (All day)

With Thanksgiving a week away, the early registration deadline for the annual Carson City Turkey Trot arrives this Thursday, Nov. 15.

The Carson City Turkey Trot is an event the entire family will enjoy. Hosted by St. Teresa Catholic School, the fitness event offers an 8K (5-mile) run, 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk, and the Gobble Wobble Kids Fun Run.

Carson Nugget to host viewing of 'Casino Boss' featuring 150 Carson City local extras

Event Date: 
November 14, 2018 - 7:00pm

The Carson Nugget in Carson City will host a free viewing Wednesday of "Casino Boss," a new TV show filmed at the casino this summer and featuring more than 150 Carson City citizens as extras.

Carson City jury convicts man of attempted murder in racially charged shooting

A Carson City jury convicted a local man of attempted murder with hate crime enhancements Friday as well as battery and assault with a deadly weapon following an incident in east Carson City last year where the man shot more than a dozen rounds into a vehicle occupied by five Sikh men visiting the area, injuring one.

Senator Square: Carson High School students are winners in national FFA competition

Winners of the 91st National FFA Nursery and Landscape Career Development Event held in Indianapolis were announced at the annual awards banquet, and students Connor Arnold, Alexsandra Knowlton, Maritza Filson, and Hayden Story took home some medals.

Tazmanian Boxing Club cuts ribbon on new Carson City location

In a strong showing of community support, Tazmanian Boxing Club owner Francisco Rodriguez cut the ribbon to his gym's new 8,000 square-foot fitness facility Saturday morning with the help of family, friends, the Carson City Chamber of Commerce and Carson City Board of Supervisors.

Local Spotlight Catmandu: Carson City's Feline-Only Animal Shelter

Linda Buchanan, the owner of Catmandu, had no idea (or interest in) how to run an animal nonprofit. But in 2014 when her husband, Kurt, died, she felt untethered. They had not only been partners in marriage, but partners in business as well.

All Aboard Carson City: Nevada Railroad Museum announces dates, tickets for Santa Train

Event Date: 
December 8, 2018 (All day)
December 15, 2018 (All day)
December 22, 2018 (All day)

The Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City has set the dates for its 34th year of Santa Train, an annual holiday tradition that spans generations.

Giomi, Luis and Furlong are Carson City's 2018 Election Day winners

The winners of the 2018 contested Carson City elections are Stacey Giomi for Carson City Board of Supervisors Ward 1, Kristin Luis for Carson City Justice of the Peace Department 2, and Kenny Furlong for Carson City Sheriff.

Carson City emergency crews called to crash at Highway 50 East and Deer Run

Carson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and the Nevada Highway Patrol responded Tuesday morning to a vehicle accident on Highway 50 East near the intersection of Deer Run Road.

Carson City POP Warner: Tiny Mite Blue having a great season

Now underway, Carson City Pop Warner Youth Football and Cheerleading is a non-profit organization run by volunteers. It is the oldest youth football and cheerleading program in Northern Nevada. Each season, Pop Warner provide tackle football and cheerleading activities to approximately 300 boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 14.

Sign-ups underway for the Carson City Turkey Trot

Event Date: 
November 22, 2018 - 8:30am

Join us on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22 for the annual Carson City Turkey Trot and give yourself an excuse for an extra piece of pie!

Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Man enters home through doggy door, booked for burglary

A 33 year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday evening at 5:59 p.m. in the 700 block of Hillcrest Road for felony burglary, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.

State Cross Country 2018

Event Date: 
November 3, 2018 - 10:45am

A solid team effort helped the Carson Senators win their Northern 4A Region boys team championship last week in Reno. An even better effort will be needed Saturday in order to win at the NIAA state meet in Boulder City.

Carson City events and happenings for Thursday, Nov. 1

Good morning Carson City and welcome to Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018. We're now in the month that ushers in the holiday season with Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner. As for today, there's a number of activities around town including a blood drive, networking opportunities, El Dia De Los Muertos celebration at WNC, an afternoon hike, a movie showing at the Jack C. Davis Observatory, art displays and more.

Carson City first responders team with Vitalant to host Thursday blood drive

The Carson City community can save lives in support of local first responders during the Battle of the Badges inspired blood drives on Thursday, Nov. 1 at Carson City Fire Department or Carson City Sheriff’s Office.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 31

Welcome to Halloween and the last day of October, Carson City. Today is Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2018. Activities today feature trick or treating at the Carson Mall, the Downtown Candy Crawl, a haunted house at Western Nevada College and a harvest festival in the Carson Valley. Here's what's ahead for today:

Carson City Community Center's 'Boo-Nanza' a hit among trick-or-treaters and parents alike

Parents and trick-or-treaters found a safe and fun alternative — or perhaps a precursor for those that can't get enough of costumes and candy — to traditional Halloween night trick-or-treating at the Carson City Community Center's Boo-Nanza Tuesday evening.

Carson City arrests: Jail inmate booked for having spoon sharpened into weapon

A 20-year-old inmate at Carson City Jail was booked Monday for felony possession of a dangerous weapon by a prisoner, a sheriff’s deputy said.

Events and Happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Oct. 30

Good morning Carson City, it is Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018, which means we are one day away from the annual nationwide trick or treating Halloween ritual but ahead of those festivities is the second annual Boo-Nanza celebration today at the Carson City Community Center that you won't want to miss. Also on tap for today are morning walks and afternoon hikes, a film festival showing at the Brewery Arts Center and more.

Here is what's happening around Carson City today:

Wildly popular ‘Mamma Mia!’ coming to Carson City in November

Event Date: 
November 2, 2018 (All day)
November 9, 2018 (All day)
November 16, 2018 (All day)

A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! The award-winning Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company is bringing the worldwide phenomenon Mamma Mia! to Northern Nevada this November.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Oct. 29

Happy Monday, Carson City, we hope you had a great Nevada Day weekend. Welcome to the beginnings to a new work week and come later this week, the month of November begins. Today is Oct. 29, 2018. Have you got your pumpkin yet? They are giving them away today, two per person, first come first serve between 5 and 6 p.m. at Carson Mall in the Boot Barn. There's also a costume hike tonight at Carson River Park.

What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Oct. 28

Just because Nevada Day and the parade are over doesn't mean there isn't anything to do around Carson City on Sunday. Take advantage of the last of a three-day weekend, relax or have some more fun.

Parade day lifts off in downtown Carson City

The Nevada Day Parade festivities have officially begun Saturday morning with the launch of hot air balloons and start of the Nevada Day 5K/10K run.

The parade's official start time is about 10 a.m. Saturday morning.

What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Oct. 27

It's parade day in Carson City, which means a host of Nevada Day activities throughout the state capital all day long.

Of course, the 80th annual Nevada Day Parade is the centerpiece of the Silver State's 154th birthday celebration.

Winners of Nevada Day Art Show in Carson City announced

The Nevada Artists Association (NAA) announces the winners of it's judged "Nevada Day Art Show," which is now on exhibit at the NAA Gallery, located at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King Street in Carson City.

Events and happenings around Carson City on Nevada Day, Friday, Oct. 26

Eight days before the presidential election of 1864, Nevada became the 36th state in the union. Hello Carson City and welcome to Friday, Nevada Day, Oct. 26, 2018. Today is the observed state holiday, where businesses are open but state and local government offices and schools are closed. Meanwhile, the capital city itself is getting warmed up for a three-day weekend and famed parade that celebrates statehood.

2018 Nevada Day celebration events lineup

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

Nevada's celebration of statehood provides for a bevy of activities that showcase the Silver State's best. From contests to exhibits, food and beverages of all kinds, Native dancing, hot air balloons, concerts, a carnival celebration at Mills Park and the famed Nevada Day parade, there is something for everyone throughout the long weekend.

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