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Youth Theatre Carson City presents 'Shrek the Musical'

Event Date: 
January 17, 2020 (All day)
January 24, 2020 (All day)

Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce our upcoming production of Shrek the Musical, Jr, which will run for 8 performances over two weekends, January 17-26, 2020 in Bob Boldrick Theatre at the Carson City Community Center.

Obituary: Robert Paul Pier

United States Marine Corps Captain (retired), Robert Paul Pier (Bob) left this life for eternity on Jan. 8, 2020 to be reunited with his Creator and his waiting wife, Ruth Jane Pier. Bob was born on August 10, 1931 in South Bend, Indiana as the youngest of nine children, Bob was 88 years old.

Carson City man arrested for felony sexual assault on a child, held on $1 million cash only bail

A 48-year-old Carson City man is facing additional counts of sexual assault and lewdness with children, as well as violating bail conditions after his initial arrest in mid-December for felony lewdness with a child.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service: Canyon Clean-Up in Carson City

Event Date: 
January 20, 2020 - 9:00am

Carson City Parks, Recreation, Open Space invites you to give back to your community on this year’s MLK Day of Service!

Recently, the department has found numerous large and detrimental dumpsites in the canyons near East Silver Saddle Ranch.

The Carson Comedy Club Presents Comedian Lisa Alvarado this Friday

Event Date: 
January 3, 2020 - 8:00pm

Join the Carson Comedy Club at the Carson Nugget this Friday night with featured standup Comedian Lisa Alvarado!
Lisa has appeared as a national headliner to many theaters, clubs, colleges, corporate events and military tours.

Carson City wins Levitt Amp Concert Series Grant for Fifth Straight Year

Today, the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation named Carson City, Nevada as one of 20 small to mid-sized towns and cities across America to win a Levitt AMP Grant Award of $25K in matching funds to present a free concert series at The Change Companies Stage. The Brewery Arts Center submitted Carson City’s Levitt AMP proposal.

News: Manhard Consulting hires new CFO

LINCOLNSHIRE, IL and Carson City, NV – National civil engineering and surveying firm Manhard Consulting has hired Bradley Dalbec to serve as their Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Dalbec will report to CEO Don Manhard and will oversee Manhard Consulting’s accounting, financial analysis and reporting, strategic planning, payroll, and tax functions.

“Brad brings great industry experience to his new role with us,” said Don Manhard, Jr., President and CEO. “He understands our business, is proactive in his approach, and provides valuable insight into how to best manage the organization.”

Homestead Holidays, Candy Cane express and more: events and happening in Carson City for Saturday, Dec. 14

Happy Saturday Carson City! It’s going to be a festive holiday-themed day, so check below to see what great events we have going on today!


Saturday, December 14

Carson City man arrested for felony lewdness with a minor under 14, held on $250,000 bail

A 48-year-old Carson City man was arrested on a felony warrant for lewdness with a child under the age of 14 Thursday evening in the 2300 block of Gregg Street.

According to the report, Eugene Thomas Nichols Jr. was arrested on a warrant issued by the Carson City Justice Court on Nov. 26.

Christmas Food Drive, Homestead Holidays at Silver Saddle Ranch, Santa Train rides and more: Carson City region readies for busy weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the KTVN Share Your Christmas Food Drive at the Governor's Mansion in Carson City and at Minden's Carson Valley Inn, Homestead Holidays at the Silver Saddle Ranch and more. The Polar Express Train Rides are sold out for the rest of the year, but Santa Train express rides are steaming up at the Nevada State Railroad Museum over the weekend. Read on for details.

Carson City's 36th Holiday Treat Concert happens this Sunday at Community Center

Event Date: 
December 15, 2019 - 4:00pm

It's a Holiday Treat for all and a feast of seasonal and holiday entertainment in many styles. The Carson City Symphony and Carson Chamber Singers, joined by the Victorian Dancers, present the 36th annual Holiday Treat concert this Sunday, Dec. 15 at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Carson City Community Center.

Carson City’s Wild Horse Theatre presents Disney’s “Frozen, JR.”

Do you want to build a snowman? Wild Horse Children’s Theater is taking Northern Nevada by (snow)storm presenting DISNEY’S FROZEN, JR. at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King Street in Carson City for two weekends only.

Carson City Sheriff's SET arrests man for suspected drug trafficking

A 60-year old man was arrested Saturday by the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team for suspicion of multiple felony drug offenses including trafficking and possession of drugs for sale. Another man was also arrested for alleged drug offenses.

Senator Square: Carson and Douglas teachers defeat officers in basketball game fundraiser

Carson High and Douglas High teaming up together is right up there with the appearing of Halley’s Comet. Officially designated 1P/Halley, this is a short-period comet visible from Earth every 75–76 year and is the only known short-period comet that is visible to the naked eye from Earth and the only naked-eye comet that might appear twice in a human lifetime.

Carson City arrests: Pair arrested for alleged drug possession during traffic stop

A 41-year-old Carson City man and a 33-year-old Sacramento man were arrested in the area of Saliman and Robinson streets Friday night for suspicion of drug related offenses.

Nevada Day Treasure Hunt Medallion has been found. Congratulations, seeker!

Well seekers, the game is no longer afoot. It's time to put down our maps and binoculars and wish each other a good game. At least we had fun, right? Congratulations to the winner of the 2019 Nevada Day Treasure Hunt: Chris Peternell! Great job, Chris!

Here are the 2019 Nevada Day Treasure Hunt Clues & Explanations:

Clue #1
Four distinct spaces
Within the division
Examine each one
Looking for your vision

The Northridge subdivision of Carson City has four distinct parks or recreation areas. They are

Nevada Day 2019 Parade Lineup is here

Event Date: 
October 26, 2019 - 10:00am

Hello Carson City! Are we excited for the parade yet? I know I am! We’re only a few days away now, so take a gander below to find the parade line up and parade categories.

Carson City cross country Truckee Invitational roundup

Truckee Invitional

Zach Sever and Walker MacKenzie cracked the top five to lead the Carson High School cross country team captured third-place as a team on Saturday at the fourth annual Truckee Invitational.

Douglas County Businesses Receive 2019 Spotlight Awards

Minden, NV - For the sixth consecutive year, several Douglas County businesses were recognized with a Spotlight Award. This year’s awards were given at the Critical Issues Conference held on Thursday, September 26, 2019. The Spotlight Awards recognized businesses in 7 different categories: Business and Professional Service, Entrepreneur, Manufacturing and Production, Restaurant, Retail, Sports and Recreation, and Tourism and Hospitality.

Rolling Stones tribute, outdoor movies, parade and more: Carson City region readies for Labor Day weekend

Heading into Labor Day weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next four days, which include guided tours at the Nevada State Museum, movie showings at Mills and Schulz Ranch Park, a school supply car cruise and Bingo fundraiser at the Carson Mall, trash pickup at Lake Tahoe, a Rolling Stones tribute band at Carson Nugget, Virginia City’s Labor Day Parade and more!

Fall for Tahoe South's Secret Season: Labor Day through October

As summer winds down, fall events in Tahoe South are ramping up. And the secret’s out: Fall in Tahoe South is one of the most idyllic times to visit with mild weather, off-season lodging rates, more beach space and numerous events starting Labor Day Weekend.

Kicking up dirt: Amateur and Pro dirt bikers show their skills this Friday and Saturday at Fuji Park

For the third year in a row, over 250 dirt bike racers will gather in Carson City at Fuji Park for their chance to win a $10,000 prize at the Fuji Park Flat Track dirt bike races this Saturday.

Reader John Green Jr. snapped photos of some of the riders practicing Friday afternoon to get ready for the big race.

Amateur riders will show their skills throughout the day, and professional races will begin tonight and tomorrow at 7 p.m.

You can get your tickets here.

Carson City man arrested after son found a loaded AK-47 in closet and fired into neighbor's apartment

A 31-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of Alouette Thursday evening for felony possession of a firearm by a prohibited person and two counts of child endangerment or neglect.

Events around Carson City for Thursday, August 22

Coming up on Thursday, August 22, 2019, we can expect continued sunny skies with a daytime near 90. Among upcoming events: Thursday is the final day of the Jukebox International Film Festival at the Carson City Community Center. Take in a film screening and talk to the filmmakers who made them. There's a Polka Dot Powerhouse Carson City lunch connect at Red's Old 395 Grill, plus Food Truck Thursday at Mills Park and a volunteer expo hosted by Leadership Douglas County. There's also a discussion about aviation history and trends at the Nevada State Museum, a Carson City GOP information meeting on Block Chain technology, Jazz and Beyond music festival events and more. Enjoy the day.

Walker River State Recreation Area to celebrate first year as a state park with birthday bash

Event Date: 
September 21, 2019 - 9:00am

YERINGTON — Celebrate the one year anniversary of the Walker River State Recreation Area grand opening with a day full of fun, games, and educational activities. The staff at Walker River would like to thank everyone who has come out to the park this past year and look forward to many great years to come!

Mick Mulvaney to speak at 5th Annual Basque Fry CPAC West Event

Gardnerville, Nevada– Morning in Nevada PAC announced today that The Honorable Mick Mulvaney will be a featured speaker at the 5th Annual Basque Fry on Sept. 14, 2019.

Carson City arrests: Man jailed said he used stolen Social Security number found on black market

A 41-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for felony suspicion of unlawful use of a Social Security number after the victim was informed it was already being used, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Events around Carson City for Wednesday, August 14

Heading into the midweek, Wednesday, August 14, 2019 activities abound around the capital city. There's a new group for writers that meets at the Brewery Arts Center; a salary negotiation workshop at WNC, a chautauqua and author presentations at Dangberg Historic Park. There's also the Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival that will feature the Wesley Orsolic Trio during Wheeled Food Wednesday at the BAC, with jams to continue at Living the Good Life; there's also a real estate workshop for veterans, art showings, salsa dancing and more. Enjoy.

Music, hikes, and Hot August Nights: Events for Carson City on Saturday, Aug. 10

Good morning Carson City! It's going to be a beautiful day with the high in the mid 70s, and we have a ton of great activities and events in our wonderful capitol city today! Check below to see what's happening through the weekend.

Saturday, August 10

Jazz festival, history talks, music and more: Carson City region lined up for eventful weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by, including the Jazz and Beyond Music Festival, Carson City Library’s End of Summer Learning Challenge, history talks at Mormon Station Park, train rides in Virginia City, a sushi cooking class at Sierra Chef on Sunday and more!

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