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Douglas County parents, teachers, and staff have made their opinions known about the much beloved Superintendent Keith Lewis. Hours of public comment at several board meetings have supported Lewis who found himself at odds with the new members of the board and the new legal counsel for the district.

Happy Friday, Carson City, and say hello to our newest Pet of the Week, Shrek!

Ever dreamt of having your very own friendly ogre? Shrek's no swamp-dwelling fairy tale character, but he sure is a lovable, big-hearted dog searching for his forever home!

This larger-than-life guy has a personality as big as his namesake, with a penchant for bones and a love for car rides. At first, our gentle giant can be a tad wary of strangers - perhaps he's just waiting for his own fairy tale adventure to begin.

While the Carson Valley region is known for its beautiful, sprawling golf courses, it’s also known for another reason: Dealing with freezing or wintery weather for nearly half the year.

For avid golfers, this can be a bit of a challenge, but no more with the Swing 395 Indoor Golf Club.

The Carson Mall in downtown Carson City has fun for all ages planned this Nevada Day. Anchoring the end of the parade, the Carson Mall will be a hub of festivities including the annual hot air balloon launch, the 50th Annual World Championship Single Jack Rock Drilling Contest, cornhole tournaments, live music and the annual Trading Post and Artisan’s Market.

UPDATE: 743PM: Carson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and the Nevada State Police Highway Patrol responded Thursday evening to a vehicle rollover in the southbound lane of I-580 near North Carson Street. The incident is also causing delays in the northbound lane due to a debris field and a second crash nearby.

Hello Carson City! Let's take a look to see what the weekend has in store for us.

NV Energy and the Nevada Department of Transportation are announcing brief closures of Interstate 580 between northern Carson City and Washoe Valley during the morning of Sunday, Oct. 29. A similar closure happened on Sunday, Oct. 22.

After the Nevada Day Parade, the Carson City Historical Society invites the public to attend an Open House at the Foreman-Roberts House Museum and the Carriage House following the Nevada Day Parade.

The Open House will start around 2:00 p.m., at the conclusion of the parade, and will last until 5 p.m. Visitors should first report to the Carriage House, the yellow building with the double doors just east of the Foreman-Roberts House Museum.

Chris Orr and Dave Santina have been local TV icons for decades thanks to Wild Nevada hosted by PBS Reno, which explores all of the beauty and variety the Nevada landscape has to offer. This year, PBS Reno is celebrating its 40th anniversary.
Auditions, song, dance,

Did you know that Santa and Mrs. Claus had to apply for their jobs? Have you heard about the 12 Pains of Christmas? Plus there’s a whole new take on ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas that you didn’t expect.

Join the drumming circles at Mills Park in Carson City. We'll continue until it's too cold, then our indoor location will be posted. Everyone is welcome, with drumming experience or none. It's near the pickleball courts and Aquatic Center, by the brook at Oxoby Parking Loop.

Taylor Creek in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday while viewing the salmon run, a bear finds some dinner.

The Carson City Host Lions Club has been designated an official vendor of the Nevada Day Button. Lions will be selling the buttons again this year during the Nevada Day Parade for $2.

Sierra Arts Foundation, a nonprofit that advocates for arts and the artists that create it within a 200 mile radius of the Reno, Sparks region, is hosting the first Holiday Music and Art Festival in partnership with the Carson City Parks and Recreation department at Silver Saddle Ranch on Nov. 18.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is free to the public. It will feature artists, vendors, musicians and other nonprofit groups in advance of the holiday season.

Meet with an employment specialist to get help with your resume, job matching, and enhance your career Fridays through November.

The Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space department invites the community to join in an evening of tricks and treats for the 7th annual Carson City BOOnanza at Mills Park.

Like it or not, there’s bound to be an electric car purchase in your future. There are currently 28 automakers producing electric cars powered by batteries that must be recycled in keeping with the promise of a greener planet.

Please come and join the Stewart Father's Day Powwow Committee in kicking off Native American Heritage Month at our Second Annual Craft Fair.

Carson High School debate competed in the 2nd season tournament at Spanish Springs last weekend. The tournament included 15 schools and 183 competitors.

This fine fella paid a visit early Monday morning and stayed until noon. Eastern Carson City was humbled by its beauty!

Kingsbarn Capital and Development announced Wednesday it has officially opened the first apartment units and clubhouse of the 140-unit garden-style multifamily development called The Marlette.

In a heartwarming display of unity, talent and state pride, nearly 300 singers from seven schools in the Carson City School District came together to perform the cherished Nevada state song, ‘Home Means Nevada,’ by Bertha Raffetto.

The votes were counted and The Peoples Choice for the Nevada Artists Association "Autumn Show" has been awarded to Thaleia Georgiades' for "Topsy Turbans." This piece is on display in the Gallery and is available for purchase.

A 70-year-old man was arrested Monday for misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

The Nevada Department of Transportation will host in-person public meetings and a virtual meeting to review existing corridor conditions and gather public feedback on U.S. 395 between Carson City and the Nevada-California border at Topaz Lake.

HCC's Dayton and Silver Springs food pantries now have longer hours

Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties is now offering new hours at two of their food pantries for those who cannot visit during their regular hours.

Cloudy skies and breezy conditions made for a brilliant sunrise Wednesday morning in Carson City.

National Weather Service forecasters say gusty winds are expected around the region through the day, with valley rain and mountain snow possible. Go here for the forecast discussion.

The Silver City Preservation Society, with Evangeline Presents and Yellow Truck Productions is pleased to present An extraordinary duo of songwriters and musicians in a benefit concert in Silver City, Nev., on Sunday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m., doors at 6 p.m.

High school level lacrosse opportunities are now available to all Carson City area boys ages 14 to17 through the Carson Lax Club.

The setting sun among the clouds in Carson City on Tuesday night.

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