To honor Rafe Harvey, the family is inviting friends, students, teachers and community members to attend a Celebration of Life Saturday, April 13 at 1 p.m. at Life Church Carson City, 1600 Snyder Ave., in Carson City.
YERINGTON — The Lyon County Board of County Commissioners met Tuesday, April 9, 2024, to approve the 2024-2025 tentative budget. Comptroller Josh Foli presented an Executive Summary and an overview of each Department’s budgets to the Board and answered questions from Commissioners on specific budget line items.
With "Reflections, Not Water" as this month's theme, Carson City area photographers took to their imaginations to come up with multiple entries and five winning photos.
On Tuesday, April 9, Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to the 400 Block of Six Mile Canyon Road in Dayton to assist the Grass Valley Police Department in an active investigation involving a stolen travel trailer.
Carson City School District Trustees approved a request Tuesday to designate a number of positions within the critical labor shortages category to help fill vacancies.
Sierra Nevada Realtors released its March 2024 report Wednesday on existing home sales in Carson City, Washoe, Storey, Lyon, Douglas, and Churchill counties. This report includes the median sales price and number of home sales in the region. SNR obtains its information from the Northern Nevada Regional Multiple Listing Service.
The Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department will be coordinating the annual Fuel Reduction Program using sheep starting April 13. This project is also in coordination with the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nevada Division of State Lands, the Washoe Tribe and Carson Community Council, and private property owners.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit is proud to announce the retirement of K9 Blue. Blue is nearing nine years old and has retired after five years of service.
A 39-year-old man was booked into jail Tuesday for a felony warrant alleging battery resulting in substantial bodily harm following an incident at a local bar in March, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.
Two major issues in the region are: 1) a lack of trained workforce and 2) the lack of affordable housing. Nearly two years ago, Friends In Service Helping, also known as FISH, demolished a crumbling motel and began building new Student Housing to improve these two issues.
Carson High School is helping bridge the digital divide with elderly citizens by providing tech support through the school’s Interact Club. The initiative underscores the power of intergenerational solidarity by allowing local high school students to volunteer their time and expertise to help older populations navigate the complexities of modern technology.
This photo and time-lapse video is of Jobs Peak taken earlier this month by Bob Buehler. The photo was taken at around 9 a.m. at Waterloo and Mottsville Meadows Lane in Douglas County under "perfect" skies and "zero" wind.
What do the Virginia Truckee Railroad, a crop duster, Mt. Rushmore, a cool blonde, a kidnapping, and Cary Grant all have in common? Movie buffs may recognize some of the key elements to the classic Hitchcock movie, North by Northwest.
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is seeking public comments on fee changes at certain recreation sites across four of the Forest’s ranger districts and the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area.
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.
As Carson City Government is currently reviewing and updating the 2006 Master Plan by interviewing residents, the Chamber is concurrently planning a very important Critical Challenges Conference to be held the afternoon of Wednesday, April 24 inside the Casino Fandango Ballroom to address some of the citizen concerns being expressed.
Love books? Want to meet the people who write them? The Nevada State Museum is hosting a Spring Book Signing Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Dema Guinn Concourse at 600 N. Carson Street in Carson City.
UPDATE: The restaurant at Bodines has re-opened following cleanup from a small kitchen fire early Tuesday morning. The casino has remained open and was not affected.
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UPDATE 9:06AM: A small grease fire was extinguished by the casino's kitchen hood ventilation system, according to Carson City Fire Department Battalion Chief Micah Horton. The fire was extinguished by the time CCFD arrived. The fire department remained on scene for smoke removal.
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Carson City Fire Department responded Tuesday morning to a fire, apparently in the kitchen, at Bodines casino in south Carson City.
UNR football held a practice event Saturday at Carson High School in Carson City that included events for local youth. Scroll and click on photos to enlarge.
The Nevada Day, Inc. Board of Directors announced online applications are open for the 2024 Nevada Day Parade entries. Go to Nevadaday.com and click on Applications where you will find Parade Entry Forms.
SILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties’ April breakfast meeting is Thursday, April 11 at 9 a.m. Guest speakers will give presentations on Shriners Hospitals for Children, as well as Medicare.
The Kids & Horses program is so excited to announce that we have our Gold Sponsor for our 11th annual charity golf tournament on June 9th, at Incline Village Championship Golf Course. Though they have chosen to remain anonymous, their generosity speaks volumes! We could not do what we do without the support of our community, and we are so thankful to all of those who continue to help us change lives.
A 37-year-old man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of domestic battery with a deadly weapon, assault with a deadly weapon and prohibited person in possession of a firearm, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.
John McGrath of Silver Springs, Nev., captured this time lapse Monday of the 2024 solar eclipse. John is a professional photographer/director and enjoys amatuer astrophotography.
Members of the Rotary Club of Carson City will learn about the latest scams and fraudulent schemes in our area at the club’s next meeting. The public is invited to attend the luncheon event which takes place Tuesday, April 9, at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom.
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.
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 Carson 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.
Check out the free Senior Health Fair from 8 am to 12 noon this Thursday, May 9 at Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom in Carson City.
More than 70 vendors, a record number, will share valuable information about their programs and services. Participate in raffle drawings, interact with service dogs, donate blood, and have quick access to important vaccines. Pick up our fifth edition of the Senior Celebration magazine and a Community Resource Guide.
The Nashville Social Club, Northern Nevada's premier destination for world class live music, award-winning cuisine, and cool craft cocktails, is thrilled to announce the debut of their expanded menus. Renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and unforgettable experiences, the Nashville Social Club is raising the bar once again in response to guests asking for a broader selection of main course dinner items.
Come have fun at Open Mic Night beginning at 7pm at Polecat Tavern in Carson City. $3.00 Mimosas all weekend in honor of Mother's Day. Signups start at 6:30. Order in your dinner and make it a night!
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.
Join the fun in this fabulous & creative class! This is a great class for all levels of jewelry making fun! It’s also a wonderful way to share time with your mom or make her something special! In this two-hour class, we will be designing & stringing two bracelets so you can give one away or wear them both! Either way you look at it, this is a great gift! We’ll be using acuflex wire, crimp beads and an assortment of fun & fanciful beads. This class is simple but the technique is a jewelry maker’s staple.
Mark Twain Days Festival is back this year, May 10-12, with some big changes. Visit Carson City approached the Brewery Arts Center and asked them to partner for the planning of the second year of the festival, which is held in honor of Mark Twain, our region’s most famous writer.
All aboard for the return of the Twain Train VIP Rail Excursion to Virginia City, as it joins the festivities of the second annual Mark Twain Days Festival. Departing from the Eastgate Depot on Friday, May 10, 2024, at 2:30 p.m., passengers are in for an unforgettable journey filled with entertainment, history, and breathtaking views.
We’re back, bigger and better than ever! Please welcome the second annual Mark Twain Days, May 10-12. For a listing of events take a gander at the website here.
You will find something of interest or my name’s not Mark Twain, or used to be anyways. And this year Virginia City is joining in on the fun along with Carson City. Wow!
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 Carson City.
The wait is finally over. The second annual Mark Twain Days Festival returns to Carson City and Virginia City this weekend! Enjoy themed train rides, concerts, literature, book sales, kid's stories, and so much more all throughout the capital city and Virginia City.
Let's take a look at the full list of events for the weekend.
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.
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.
Michael Smith, a native Mississippian, received his Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Rust College, Holly Springs, MS. and a Master’s degree from the University of Mississippi in Educational Administration, and Supervision.
Prepare for a phenomenal adventure as the Twain Train VIP Excursion makes its triumphant return to the second annual Mark Twain Days Festival. Departing from the Eastgate Depot in Carson City on Friday, May 10 at 2:30 p.m., passengers will embark on a remarkable 24-mile round trip ride to Virginia City where they can experience various Mark Twain events.
Join us at the Territorial Enterprise Mark Twain Museum located at 53 South C Street for an event filled with fun and excitement for the three days of "Mark Twain Days" in Virginia City, Nevada.
Whether you are looking for a way to close out the work week or jump starting your Mother's Day celebration, look no further. Bill will be back at Bella Vita Bistro on May 10th to entertain guests with some of the best live music around. Combine that with one of the best local hot spots for dining and you're in for a great night out! Be sure to check out Bill's website http://BillWharton2.wix.com/Sing4U to hear a sample of the music provided. Reservations not mandatory, but highly recommended.
Friday May 10 at 7:30PM, Valhalla Tahoe kicks off their season with a living history presentation, “The Reno Cure,” at the Boathouse Theater. Reno has long been known as “The Biggest Little City.”
The second annual Bow Tie Ball will dazzle your senses with live music, dancing, enthralling performances, drinks, bites, and a museum wide scavenger hunt.
The Historic Fourth Ward School Museum in historic Virginia City is pleased to announce the much-anticipated third annual Victorian Tea Party and Historic Fashion Show, scheduled for Mother’s Day weekend on Saturday, May 11, 2024.
It's time again for the biggest one-day food drive in the country, the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive happening Saturday, May 11. This event is vital for helping food banks to provide food during the summer months.