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Please join Jewelry Bench in honoring and remembering our Fallen Hero, Deputy Carl Howell. To help his family during their time of crisis, Jewelry Bench is donating 100 percent of all profits all this week, through Friday, August 28. If you've been thinking about a special piece of jewelry, now is the time to stop in and make that purchase.

Jewelry Bench is located at 209 S. Curry St., in the heart of Carson City. Stop by today! Go the website here.

Carson City Library will host Valeri Wilson, currently a student at the University of Nevada, Reno, on Wednesday, September 2, at 6:30 pm for a presentation on the country of Turkey. Wilson studied at the Bogazici University in Istanbul, Turkey.

As a student in her final semester at UNR she is studying for a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology and psychology. While in Turkey she was able to study the sociology and culture of the country and its people. Join us to learn more about the diverse culture of the Turkish nation.

When Sen. Dean Heller, Sen. Dianne Feinstein and California Gov. Jerry Brown all met up on the shores of Lake Tahoe for their annual Tahoe Summit, attention started with protecting the deep, blue waters of the pristine lake. But this year, attention turned quickly to wildfire.

“Lake Tahoe isn’t going to be blue if the forests are gone,” Graham Kent, director of the University of Nevada, Reno’s Nevada Seismological Laboratory, said. “You actually want to keep the Lake Tahoe Basin green — and protected from wildfires.”

After a dazzling debut on the stage of the Cabaret Lounge, from the best place for live entertainment in northern Nevada, Rick J. Radecki returns to Casino Fandango for a brand-new lively entertainment experience. '

Before his gold and platinum selling albums, his 2003 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences and his induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame, Johnny Mathis held the high jump record for the University of Nevada, Reno’s Mackay Stadium. The famed singer and entertainer returned to campus Saturday, Aug. 22, to reminisce about his record 6’ 5 1/2” jump set in 1956.

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada and Northern California. This report is for the week of Aug. 19, 2015 and beyond. Nevada Department of Wildlife fishing reports for Western Nevada waters are not included as their most current reports are dated June 04.

A portion of the extraordinary art collection of Wally Cuchine, former director of the Eureka Opera House, is featured in "Wally's World" at the Nevada Arts Council’s OXS Gallery through Sept. 18. The public is invited to join the council from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14 for an exhibit reception and collector's talk. Cuchine's discussion of his art collection begins at 6:15 p.m. The exhibit and reception are free.

The U.S. Honor Flag will be delivered in tribute to Carson City Sheriff's Office Deputy Carl Howell, who died in the line of duty Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015. This American flag has traveled more than 7 million miles since Sept. 11, 2001 honoring more than 1,000 heroes.

The flag will be delivered in a state-by-state escort that will originate in Texas, said Chris Heisler, president and co-founder of The Honor Network.

The Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] announces its exhibition, "Tow'ring High", by artist Deon Reynolds at the Carson City Community Center's Sierra Room from July 8 – November 10, 2015. Community Center is located at 851 E. William Street, Carson City. The show's title comes from the state song, "Home Means Nevada."

As part of the citywide music festival, Jazz & Beyond, the Capital City Arts Initiative will host artists selling their art, 5-7pm, in the Carson City Community Center lobby, Tuesday, August 18 prior to the 7pm "Music of Motown" concert. The lobby will open at 5pm and the public is cordially invited.

Van Gogh & Vino, an open art studio where participants of all skills and abilities can sip wine, socialize and paint works of art with friends, family and co-workers, will relocated from Carson Valley to a 2,000 square foot studio in Carson City by Red's Old 395 Grill and the new Tahoe Ridge Winery. Owner Teresa Sexton made the announcement Wednesday on Facebook.

The U.S. Geological Survey and the University of Nevada, Reno, will study the cause of eutrophication, or increased algae growth, along the nearshore of Lake Tahoe, researchers announced Wednesday.

Supported by California’s Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board, the investigation is in response to widespread concerns with water quality and ecological degradation of the lake’s close to shore environment.

The 2015 Carson City Jazz and Beyond music festival heats up Thursday with multiple performances around town to hit all the right notes and music styles with piano jazz, blues, roots and smooth jazz at three different venues.

Youth Theatre Carson City's production of "Peter Pan," will fly into the weekend with performances Friday through Sunday at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theatre. Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale, "Peter Pan" is a high-flying Tony Award-winning musical that has been performed around the world and delighted audiences for more than 60 years.

This summer the Brewery Arts Center has featured Art in the Park three days a week in the parking lot of Empire Elementary School near the entrance of Park Terrace in Carson City.

The program is made possible through the Brewery Arts Center and a grant from the Nevada Arts Council. The hope is by next summer grant funding will be available for the program to operate five days a week, said BAC Executive Director Gina Hill.

Carson City Library will host award-winning photographer, writer-adventurer and public speaker Rick Gunn on Sunday, August 9, 2 p.m. in the Library Digitorium.

Over the last 20 years Gunn’s work has appeared in countless books, websites and publications including People, Wend, Adventure Sports Journal, Adventure Cyclist, USA Today, and the New York Times.

BSA Troop 33 is excited to announce it will be hosting its 2nd Annual “Send a Scout to Camp” Car and Truck Show Fundraiser on August 15, 2015 at Carson City’s Fuji Park.

The Show will be from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; award ceremony starts at 3 p.m. Registration is $40 per entry. There is still time for pre-registration or you can register on the day of the event. Each participant will receive a T-shirt, one lunch meal ticket, and a dash plaque.

Law enforcement officers from around the region participated in a sex offender sweep late last week known as Operation Vigilance, a multi-agency collaborative effort to verify sex offender registration compliance around Carson City.

The joint effort resulted in 226 sex offender compliance checks. As a result of Operation Vigilance, 2 supervised offenders were arrested for violating their parole or probation terms and conditions, said Lt. Jorge Pierrott of Nevada Parole and Probation Northern Command in Carson City.

With coast to coast harvesting of fruits and vegetables and Americans continuing to enjoy their summer outdoor barbecues, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released a report acknowledging the nation has entered peak season for E. coli outbreaks.

The Mile High Jazz Band is delighted to present the 12th Jazz and Beyond Festival from August 7-23. To help launch the citywide music festival, Capital City Arts Initiative will host artists selling their art at the Bliss Mansion prior to the 7 p.m. concert.

The art sale will take place Friday, August 7 from 3-6:30 p.m. on the porch, 608 Elizabeth Street, Carson City. The free events include art for sale, music, food, and a lovely home and garden to tour. The public is cordially invited.

From livestock showings to face painting and weaving, the Nevada Fair in Carson City attracts thousands to learn about Nevada culture and spend time in the community.

The four day event features livestock exhibits, local food vendors, carnival rides, games and live entertainment. Guests can park at Casino Fandango to be shuttled to the fair location at the Fairgrounds in Fuji Park. Tickets for an all day ride wristband can be purchased at the fair. Festivities began Thursday and will continue through Sunday.

I admit to spending a considerable amount of time each day on the Internet, while browsing at a number of my favorite websites. The browsing is very informative and believe it or not, I do learn something new every day by visiting those websites.

Summer fun looks like a wine walk, thanks to the Downtown Business Association. Saturday, August 1, the festivities begin at 1 p.m., rain or shine. You have until 5 p.m. to hit as many stops as possible before the raffle begins. Every first Saturday over thirty shops, restaurants, businesses, and organizations stock up on wine and goodies and throw open their doors to the crowds of merry-makers. It's always a great reason to explore downtown.

The wine walk runs from 1pm to 5pm. Sign up at the Carson Nugget, Cactus Jacks, Bella Fiore Wines, Carson Jewelry and Loan, Remedy's Bar, or Touched by Angels.

Youth Theatre Carson City's production of "Peter Pan," one of the most beloved family stories of all time, is set for the stage with a Sunday afternoon performance at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theatre.

Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale, "Peter Pan" is a high-flying Tony Award-winning musical that has been performed around the world and delighted audiences for more than 60 years.

Doing the right thing is not determined because one consistently votes with the majority. One should always vote on the principle of what is right and fair. A vote may be a lone vote, if so, just say and repeat as needed: You can't break me. I don't have a breaking point.

From the Board of Supervisors meeting held on July 16. Agenda item No. 11. This item dealt with directing staff to examine the feasibility of Carson City joining the Nevada League of Cities (NLC). This is somewhat problematic, how could any Board member not consent and give the go-ahead to a feasibility study?

Carson City Library will show the acclaimed film, “Persepolis”, on Sunday, August 2, at 2 pm in the Library Digitorium. The film is a poignant story of a young girl coming-of age in Iran during the Islamic revolution and is based on the memoir written as a graphic novel by Marjane Satrapi. The film is Rated-PG-13.

Did you know that all Nevada students in grades 6-12 have access to award-winning teaching at Leadership Academy of Nevada (LANV)? On May 5, 2014, the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) recognized Williamsburg Academy with their Platinum Award for Best Practices in Teaching, the most prestigious award they bestow. Williamsburg Academy is an online private-school affiliate of LANV.

This edition of It's Your City with Cortney Bloomer features Vern Krahn of the Carson City Parks and Recreation Department. The two discuss the upcoming 2015 Nevada Fair which begins noon, Thursday at Fuji Park.

Here's the latest from the Kyburz Fire burning in El Dorado County west of South Lake Tahoe: Highway 50 was re-opened Friday for one lane of traffic at 5:30 p.m. with vehicles being escorted through the fire area. The escorted portion is about a mile long due to firefighting equipment on the roadway.

East bound traffic will be metered from Sly Park to Meyers and escorted from Alder Bridge through the fire area. West bound traffic will be escorted from Sand Flat through the Fire area.

The Lyon County Republican Central Committee (LCRCC) will hold its next meeting on Saturday, August 1, 2015 at the Library in Smith at 22 Day Lane. The meeting will begin promptly at 10:00a.m. The public is invited to attend and learn more about grassroots politics and meet with Republican officials.

For more information about the LCRCC, please call Dave at 775-772-2364 or check their website at www.lyoncountynvrepublicans.org.