Rain and thunderstorms with some hail have moved into the greater Carson City, Carson Valley areas and surrounding counties Thursday as a weather system has reached western Nevada and Sierra.
The 4-PAWS 4-H Dog Club is holding a Dog Biscuit Fundraiser at Benson's Feed & Tack, 2750 Highway 50 East in Carson City on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 9am-1pm. Youth group members will be offering homemade dog biscuits for donation. Stop by Benson's on Saturday for all your critter needs and pick up some yummy treats for your dog!
University of Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack News is reporting that at approximately 7:10 a.m. today, May 4, the body of a deceased female was found at the north end of the Quad between the Paul Laxalt Mineral Engineering and Mackay School of Mines buildings.
Big Chicken, the star-powered chicken concept founded by legendary basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal, announced Thursday the signed leases of its two newest locations in Carson City and Minden.
Preliminary investigation revealed that on April 23, 2023, at approximately 10:04 p.m., the Nevada State Police responded to a reported crash at the intersection of East William Street and North Saliman Road in Carson City, Nev.
The Carson-Tahoe Home & Garden Show is just weeks away and excitement is building as vendors prepare to offer indoor and outdoor home improvement ideas, and local businesses showcase their products and services. The event will take place at the Carson City Community Center Gymnasium from Friday, May 19 to Sunday, May 21.
The Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Relay Run concludes today Thursday, with a ceremony in Carson at the State Capitol/Legislative Grounds. The service honors Nevada Peace Officers who have died in the line of duty.
On May 2nd, 2023, the Carson City Sheriff's Office investigated two residents in a home on the eastern edge of Carson City, recovering over 75 pounds of cannabis from an illegal and “clandestine” cannabis cultivation laboratory, according to law enforcement.
A returning favorite event is the Kite Flying Weekend on Saturday, May 13 and Sunday, May 14 from 10am until 3pm both days. Cameron and Reina Kauffman of Coolkiter.com will bring their assortment of big and beautiful kites, kites for high wind and kites for no wind.
A man sought for the April 23 vehicle burglary was identified and taken into custody Tuesday, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office investigator.
UPDATE: Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded Wednesday afternoon to a crash involving two vehicles, one being a semi and a van in the 3900 block of Highway 50 East.
Minutes later emergency responders were called to a second vehicle crash at the intersection of East William and Gold Dust Way.
Many small businesses had a tough time during the mandated Covid shutdown and had to survive the best they could and, fortunately for Carson City, many were able to withstand the economic downturn though most will tell you it hasn’t been easy.
Last year, Travis Legatzke and Shannon Cord unveiled the Downtown Vintage Market on Stewart Street to great success.
Tucked away in historic downtown Carson City, the market offers everything from antiques, to arts and crafts, collectibles to furniture. The pair have also obtained the first-ever mobile-only liquor license in the city, according to Shannon, for use in their market beer garden.
Daniel Echebarria, Pioneer Academy Social Studies Teacher
“Art is a universal language and through it each nation makes its own unique contribution to the culture of mankind.” - Dwight D. Eisenhower 34th President of the United States.
Earlier in the month, select world history/art students from Pioneer Academy were treated with a field trip to the Nevada Museum of Art in Reno to attend the beginning of a new exhibit.
Four men allegedly involved in the April 1 robbery of a Carson City CVS store and a CVS store in Reno were brought to Carson City Jail on Tuesday for warrants related to the crimes.
CARSON CITY — The Nevada Division of State Lands is excited to announce that it will receive nearly $1.4 million for hazardous fuels reduction at Marlette Lake. This project will help protect the area from the threat of wildfire, ensuring visitors to the area can continue to enjoy this beautiful alpine lake.
775 Offroad & Recovery, Northern Nevada Offroad Rescue is hosting a 4x4 only Show-N-Shine this Saturday, May 6 at Fuji Park (across from the Carson City Costco). Lots of cool 4x4s, vendors, Huge Raffles, an RC track for the kids,and a Kids Learn and Win event with prizes for the kids. There will be firetrucks and Smoky Bear might make an appearance! Event is free to spectators.
Scroll and click on the flier for details. See you at the show!
The Silver-Stage Library in Silver Springs in hosting a book sale on Saturday, May 6 from 10 am to 2 pm. Books are on sale for $3 a bag. We hope to see you there!
Carson City Juvenile Services is hosting monthly Parent Education Nights for parents/community members. For this month, Parent Education Night will be on May 9, 2023 from 5:30-7:30pm at Carson City Juvenile Probation, 740 S. Saliman Road Carson City.
Local medical student Alyssa Woodward will host the 4th Annual Suicide Awareness Race this Saturday, May 6. This will be held at McFadden Plaza in Carson City. Registration is available online, the evening before and race morning.
The Carson City School District’s Nutrition Services is reminding students and families that in order to be eligible for the Summer Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) Card Meal Program, all Free and Reduced Lunch status applications must be turned in and on file before the end of the school year, Thursday, June 1, 2023.
While initially, Cinco de Mayo was celebrated as the anniversary of Mexico's victory over the French in 1862, it has now actually become more popular in the U.S. than our southern neighbor.
Cinco de Mayo has taken on a life of its own, and is now associated with a celebration of Mexican-American culture, similar to St. Paddy's day being a celebration of Irish-American heritage rather than a celebration of St. Patrick.
A 47-year-old man was arrested Monday for suspicion of possession of a controlled substance, driving on a revoked license and drug paraphernalia, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office report.
Muscle Powered is hosting a series of events during the Month of May in honor of May Bike Month! This month encourages everyone to get on their bikes and ride. To sign-up and learn more about each event, go to our calendar at www.musclepowered.org/calendar.
As everyone is aware, we had a very wet winter. Along with these wet conditions, is an overwhelming crop of cheatgrass. An excellent way to get rid of cheatgrass after it has sprouted is to use a string trimmer or mower and cut it down before it starts to dry out and drop more seeds.
Conditions and weather permitting, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team will conduct prescribed fire operations this week at Lake Tahoe. Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit are scheduled to continue burning piles along the East Shore beginning Monday, May 1.
Heroic youth in 1899 stood up to publishing giants Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst in a David-and-Goliath battle that turned into the largest youth-led strike in history. Inspired by this gripping story, the Disney team created an explosive musical, “Newsies,” that won multiple Tony nominations and awards.
"This is Mexico! You’re invited to join the folkloric cultural mosaic and tour a diverse and immense nation, full of colors, flavors, dances, rhythms, and sounds. The ancestral cultures have left a legacy for all humanity, Mexico is not a country, Mexico is a world in itself! Welcome to Estampas de México. Esto es México.”
The Carson City Community Emergency Response Team, also known as CERT, will be offering a free Basic Training Academy in mid-May 2024 and again later in the year and is accepting applications from persons interested in volunteering.
On Sunday, May 5 head down to the Carson Ridge Disc Golf Park for a fun tournament-style round of Cinco de Mayo Disc Golf beginning at 10 a.m. Rain or Shine, the round will include both the Pony Express and Stadium Courses for a total of 27 holes.
Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around the capital city.
The "On the Map" exhibition features work by Jon Farber and Catherine Schmid-Maybach, two artists who show viewers creative possibilities for finding their way.
Brick + Pine Studio, nestled in the heart of our beloved Carson City community, is set to host an exciting local vendor market event this Sunday, May 5, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This eagerly anticipated regular gathering promises to showcase an array of unique goods and crafts from talented artisans and creators in our area.
The Nevada Artists Association is excited to announce two Featured Artist Shows beginning Saturday, May 4 by Carson City artists, Cynthia Brenneman and Bruce Nelson.
For Capital City Arts Initiative’ exhibition, "NAA Invitational", the Nevada Artists Association shared art by 25 member artists who present a wide array of images and visions in their work.
In the Truckee Community Recreation Center, Heather and Michael Llewellyn hosted an extensive exhibition about the health of our forests in "FOREST FIRE." In this video, they give us a tour of the show and include vital information about our forests and adjacent ecosystems.
Forty students from Carson, Dayton, Douglas, and Whittell high schools have their work in the "Spring Forward 2024" art exhibition at the Brick. This delightful exhibit presents an array of imaginative projects based on students’ years of classroom study and their amazing craftsmanship.
Repeats every week every Monday until Wed Jul 31 2024 .
April 15, 2024 - 7:00pm
DJ Trivia is every Monday at the Homegrown Bar. Check in is at 7PM and the game starts at 7:30 PM! Join us for some friendly competition, good food, and drinks while earning points and win prizes.
Unlock Your Career Potential! Don't miss our exclusive workshop on Finding Hidden Jobs where you'll learn the proven strategies to tap into the hidden job market where the best opportunities await!
Are you an avid hiker? An adventure enthusiast? Or, like Forrest Gump, do you just enjoy traversing thousands of miles to clear your head?
Visit Carson City is offering $5,000 to an adventurer willing to complete the Carson City to Canada Quest, a 1,600 mile hike that begins in Carson City, connects to the Pacific Coast Trail by way of the Capitol to Tahoe Trail, and through to Canada.
Postal Annex in Carson City is Celebrating Mother's Day. We are giving away some cool gifts for Mom. (No Purchase Necessary) Now thru May 7th,2024 at 2pm you can enter to win these cool gifts. A Naked Bee lotion (2.25oz) and one of our popular soap bars from Wavertree London. We hope to see everyone at the shop soon. We can help you with your shipments of gifts for your Moms to be delivered anywhere, right here in our store.
Clear Creek Bowmen will be hosting Tuesday Night Shoots from now until August at the Carson City Archery Range, located (just East of Eagle Valley Golf Course.
Learn more about climate action by attending our meeting. We are the Carson City Chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby. Our chapter includes people from Carson City and the surrounding areas who are concerned about climate issues. We are a community organization affiliated with Citizens’ Climate Lobby and Citizens’ Climate Education (https://citizensclimatelobby.org/). Our purpose is to develop and implement activities that provide accurate information about climate change and what can be done to lessen the effects of climate change. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting by using Zoom.
Join us for an electrifying event where you'll embark on a journey to master the art of interviews! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes into the job market waters, this workshop is tailor-made for YOU!
Do you live in the Carson City or the surrounding area? Do you have a loved one that has Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia? If yes, let us support you through your challenging and new situation! We are here to help you!
Miller Counseling is partnering with Douglas Center for Hope and Healing to offer grief support groups to Carson City and the surrounding rural communities Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m.
The Miller Counseling and Wellness Center is located at 104 W. Telegraph St. in Carson City.
The Center for Hope and Healing has been providing grief support to Douglas County for the last 10 years. The goal of building this partnership is to make the free support groups available and easier to access to more members of the Northern Nevada community.
In recognition of Historic Preservation and Archeological Awareness Month, the City’s Historic Resources Commission has organized the 2024 Scavenger Hunt.
Supervisor Lisa Schuette will be hosting Coffee with Lisa on May 8 from 7 to 8:30 am at The Cracker Box, 402 E. Williams St. All are invited to share ideas and discuss issues of interest!
Reno’s notorious mid-century divorce ranches are back in the spotlight. The Nevada Historical Society will present What Was Really Going On At Those Nevada Divorce Ranches? Fact and Fiction next month as part of its popular Writer’s Wednesday series.
Whether you're a beginning screenwriter or you've been at it for some time, there's power in exploring the craft with the guidance of a seasoned pro and the companionship of others who are inspired to create.
If you’re an addict, NA can help. "Narcotics Anonymous offers recovery to addicts around the world. We focus on the disease of addiction rather than any particular drug. Our message is broad enough to attract addicts from any social class or nationality. When new members come to meetings, our sole interest is in their desire for freedom from active addiction and how we can be of help."
4-H and Master Gardeners would like to invite you to Gardening Club. Registration to 4-H is not required for attendance. Supplies will be provided. Youth of all ages from 5-19 are welcome to attend.
The "On the Map" exhibition features work by Jon Farber and Catherine Schmid-Maybach, two artists who show viewers creative possibilities for finding their way.
The Carson Valley Arts Council is pleased to present an evening with singer songwriter and prodigious slide guitarist David Jacobs-Strain who will be accompanied by his longtime musical partner Bob Beach.
The duo will perform at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda in Minden, at 7 p.m. Friday,
May 10, 2024.
Gardnerville journalist and editor Scott Neuffer joins Reno poet Dani Putney to discuss literature in the Digital Age, from Twainian observations on social media to the advent of online literary magazines and new spaces for underrepresented writers.