Gary Schmidt, challenging candidate in the Republican primary for Nevada State Senate 16 signed the Tax Payers Protection Pledge for the Americans for Tax Reform on Tax Day, April 15th, 2018 (downloaded on April 17th).

It was signed in the presence of and witnessed by Larry Green in Washoe Valley, in southern Washoe County at 7475 Brothers Lane at Schmidt's Campaign Office and one of his temporary residences while his home at the historic Reindeer Lodge is under repair.

Join plant experts for a moderately difficult guided hikes to learn about local wildflowers, including the rare plant: monkeyflower! Please wear sturdy shoes and meet us 10 a.m. Sunday, April 22 at the Prison Hill Clearview Trailhead at 2600 E Clearview Drive. The walk is hosted by Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space.

Beginning this week through April 30, 2018, law enforcement in Carson City and statewide are Joining Forces by issuing citations to pedestrians and motorists who are breaking traffic safety laws.

Josh and Ian Densford had been watching the space at 411 Hot Springs Road in Carson City since they had learned Classy Seconds would be relocating to its new facility on Gordon Street off U.S. Highway 50 East.

St. Paul's Lutheran Family, 1201 N. Saliman, Carson City, is having their rummage sale on Saturday, April 21 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This sale is a fundraiser by St. Paul's WELCA to support local charities. Highlights of the sale are a boutique jewelry room, a room of decorator items, furniture, housewares and much more.

Starting at 8 a.m. shoppers can fill a bag of select clothing for $3. At noon there will be a bag sale of anything that will fit in a bag for $3. Supporting funds are provided by Thrivent. Come early to check out the bargains!

Consort Canzona Early Music Instrumental Ensemble and the Joyful Noise Carson Children’s Choir will perform a free concert on Saturday, April 21, 7 p.m., at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church, 3680 Highway 395 (just south of Best Buy). Admission is free, donations welcome.

Nevada added 3,500 jobs in March bringing employment in the Silver State to a record high of 1,373,700, according to figures released Wednesday by the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation. Unemployment in March remained constant at 4.9 percent.

Carnival Fundraiser to benefit Carson City Cub Scout Pack 145. There will be 14-15 games to play, some which are from Circus Circus, hot dogs, nachos, cotton candy, and candy for sale, and lots of prizes to be won. There will also be a silent auction to benefit the "Investment in Character" program. This event will be helpd on April 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Borderwich Bray Elementary. Come one, come all!

Join Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery on May 10, 4 p.m. for an evening of Pottery, Pastels, and Oil's, all designed and created by Jean Kvam. Each piece is an original and signed by Jean.
Join the gallery for a complimentary glass of wine and some light appetizers, while strolling through the gallery and viewing all the local artwork.

In his second year as director of the Escape From Prison Hill 5K, 10K and Half Marathon, EJ Maldonado has learned one thing in particular. “You have to be OK with the fact that things aren’t going to be perfect,” he said.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Tuesday afternoon to a crash involving four vehicles at North Carson Street and Medical Parkway.

Join Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery for an evening of Pottery, Pastels, and Oil's, all designed and created by Jean Kvam. Each piece is an original and signed by Jean.
Join the gallery for a complimentary glass of wine and some light appetizers, while strolling through the gallery and viewing all the local artwork.

Curtis Cannon, Democratic challenger to James Settelmeyer in State Senate District 17, will be the featured speaker at the next Democratic luncheon-fundraiser. Sponsored by the Democratic Men's Committee, these luncheons help defer the costs of rent and overhead expenses at Carson City's Democratic headquarters.

In this week's It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Sandy Wallin of the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, which is hosting Capital City Farm Days this Thursday and Friday at the Carson City Fairgrounds and Fuji Park Exhibit Hall.

Come volunteer with us! Learn how to teach English as a Second Language to an adult.

Rep. Mark Amodei says he was aghast at what former FBI Director James Comey said about President Trump ahead of the release of Comey’s tell-all book, but the Nevada congressman noted that he didn’t hear anything that was criminal.

Well, we won’t see any wet stuff today, but the clear skies could mean a nip to the air. You can join Muscle Powered for one of today’s two walks, but I won’t blame you if you’d prefer an indoor activity. Join the Carson Library for coloring night; they have plenty of pictures to choose from. Bobbie Ann Howell is at the center of today’s Artist Reception at the Nevada Arts Council. You’ll hear her discuss her exhibit ‘Vistas and Viewpoints.’ Head down to Pizza Factory to lend a hand to Mark Twain Elementary School: just make sure to mention you are there for the fundraiser.

The League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada will hold its annual membership meeting on Saturday April 28, 2018, beginning at 10 am at the Western Nevada College in Carson City, Aspen Building, Carson Nugget Hall. Prospective members and guests are welcome.

Michael Willden, Governor Sandoval’s Chief of Staff, will be the keynote speaker focusing on the upcoming 2019 legislative session and Nevada’s future regarding health care including mental health and the opiod crisis.

Carson City Sheriff’s Office detectives are currently investigating numerous vehicle burglaries that have happened within the last 30 days. There were two distinctive sets of burglaries that occurred by two different groups of suspects.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in attempting to locate two suspects involved in a robbery that happened Sunday afternoon at Little Caesar’s Pizza on South Carson Street.

Mary Rose “Mosey” Vargas Covington passed away on April 2, 2018. Born in Auburn, California in November of 1942, Mosey grew up on a Sierra foothills ranch in Placer County and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1960. She came to the eastern Sierra Nevada in 1965 where she taught two generations of children and raised her own family.

We are celebrating the 24th anniversary of Carson City being a TREE CITY USA community by planting a new tree in Mills Park and reading Mayor Bob Crowell's proclamation. An educational presentation and leave no trace activity will follow the ceremony. Please meet us at Mills Park at 1111 East William St at 4pm on April 27th!

Join an invasive plant expert for an easy guided hike to learn how to identify and control noxious weeds and how invasive plants impact our economy and ecosystem. Meet us at Riverview Park at 600 Marsh Rd. on April 28th at 10am.

Ceramic Sculpting returns for a new session at the Brewery Arts Center 449 W King St in Carson City. This fun and exciting class is designed for beginning as well as more experienced students. You will learn techniques in creating non-functional ceramics as you learn to use clay to build artistic sculptures.