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Open studio tour, drive-in movie, dancing and more highlight weekend activities in Carson City region

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The 2020 Jazz & Beyond Music and Art Festival will include the second annual Carson City Open Studios Tour with multiple locations. Hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, the Brewery Arts Center is holding a drive-in movie showing of the 1950s classic “Shane” on Saturday. Combined with live music and plenty of dancing, it will be a weekend for all to enjoy! Read on for more information.

Carson City Elks Lodge honors Carol Park as Citizen of the Year

The B.P.O.E. Elks Lodge in Carson City recognizes annually people who have excelled in volunteering their time to help make their respective communities a better place for all. This year the Carson City Elks Lodge has proudly recognized Carol Park as citizen of the year.

Suffrage train rides, pet food drive, live music and more highlight weekend events around Carson City area

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The Nevada State Railroad Museum is holding train rides dedicated toward women’s suffrage on Saturday. Feeding Pets of the Homeless is hosting its 11th annual nationwide pet food and supply drive over the next three days, and there is plenty of live music for all to enjoy! Read on for more information.

Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Sharing Beer Nuts with my Huckleberry pet jay

Five months of daily communication with 'Huckleberry' has paid dividends. We are now fast friends. Huck was born a couple years ago right here on my deck, and in fact, he fledged straight into a sleeping bag I placed for him on the driveway below.

Railbike tours, school supply drive, live music and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Carson River railbike tours begin Saturday packed with thrills for all to enjoy, and Virginia City is hosting several exciting events throughout the weekend. The Brewery Art Center's Flatbed Concert series continues featuring Kingwhistler and Eric Andersen. Read on for more events and happenings.

Carson City sheriff's SET makes arrests for alleged marijuana concentrate sales

Three people were arrested Saturday by the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team, with two of the suspects alleged to be connected to a suspected marijuana concentrate sales operation.

Virtual reading party, comedy, drum circle and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region

Heading into the weekend, there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to wear a mask and practice safe social distancing.

Virtual cabaret, Pokemon party, art and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.

Woman jailed for suspicion of DUI after boyfriend clipped by vehicle, Carson City deputy report says

A 21-year-old woman was arrested Saturday for suspicion of misdemeanor DUI following an incident in which she admitted to being intoxicated and mistakenly clipped her boyfriend in her vehicle after he was attempting to get away from her.

Train rides, live music, fundraisers and more highlight weekend events around Carson City area

Heading into the weekend there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.

Carson City arrests: Man asking patrons for money booked for alleged drug offenses

A 29-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday morning for alleged drug related offenses, including possession with intent to sell narcotics, a Carson City sheriff's report states.

Businesses including bars, gyms and churches can reopen Friday as Nevada moves into ‘Phase 2’

Nevada will move into Phase 2 of its reopening plan on Friday amid downward trends in COVID-19 positivity test rates and hospitalizations — a transition that will allow additional venues including churches, gyms and bars to reopen.

Carson City deputies arrest three for possession of stolen kayaks which were found damaged and graffitied with swastikas

Two 23-year-old New Mexico men and a 26-year-old Carson City man were arrested in the 5000 block of Carson River Road for felony possession of or receiving stolen property.

According to the report, Stephen Henderson, Daryne James Deck and Terrance Dale Shields were arrested after deputies were dispatched to the Carson River Park to meet with the theft victim.

Carson City arrests: Man accused of attempting to attack deputy with knife

A 39-year-old man was arrested for suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon on a police officer among multiple offenses after attempting to attack a deputy with a knife, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team report.

Carson City man arrested for DUI after driving 95 in a 55 mph, attempting to run from scene

A 43-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the 3900 block of Highway 50 East for DUI first, speeding, failure to exercise due care, and reckless driving.

Carson City’s Casino Fandango Launches New Virtual Game

In the current climate of business closures, Casino Fandango has created a way to connect with, and lift the spirits of patrons with a free virtual game for Players Club members as well as the general public to play each week.

The Flip a Chip game will be released on Monday, April 27th.

Carson City arrests: Man accused of attempted burglary, calls for cab from crime scene

A 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Monday for suspicion of felony attempted residential burglary, according to a sheriff's office booking report.

Capital City Brewfest organizers reschedule popular downtown beer festival for late summer

The Capital City Brewfest is moving to late August this year due to Covid-19 concerns. Originally scheduled for June 20, the annual event will now take place on August 29 in Downtown Carson City.

Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: My short history of the Vietnam War

Staying at home alone gives one time to pause and ponder. Today I'm evoking the war in Vietnam. This was an American booboo that was partly my fault. I was in college, 1966, majoring in pizza and beer, when I received a lottery number in the mail.

Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: A short history of the Boston Tea Party

Like everybody else nowadays, I'm lugging a heavy heart around in my chest. So I like to escape into the past now and again, and dream about how things might have been. I would like to have been in Boston for the Tea Party for example, and I picture myself at the Bell In Hand Tavern, holding forth in front of my fellow Bostonians.

Senator Square: CHS principal leads teachers, students through uncertain time

He is the fearless leader of Carson High School, and he is taking his teachers through uncharted territory in order to guide them into successfully teaching and caring for their students during this time of uncertainty. His name is Gavin Ward, and he is doing a fantastic job as the Principal of CHS, being both available and supportive while encouraging teachers, students, and even parents to engage their students with much-needed health, hope and heterochromatic learning.

Annual Carson City St. Paddy’s festivities at The Fox change due to virus outbreak

St. Patrick’s Day has always been a big to-do at The Fox Brewpub in Carson City, but this year will be somewhat different due to COVID-19.

St. Patty’s Weights & Whiskey at Axle Crossfit

Event Date: 
March 20, 2020 - 5:00pm

Come and celebrate Saint Patty’s day with Weights & Whiskey.
We will be doing our CrossFit Total followed by Whiskey, Beer, and Food. This is Potluck Style, so bring your favorite dish to share.

Friday, March 20th from 5pm to 8pm
Axle Crossfit
3723 N Carson Street
Carson City, NV
(775) 400-2622

For more information: http://axlecrossfit.com/?fbclid=IwAR3HUvzjjBIM7IiWCJynAK4Amx3hflU7ddLJCb...

Dayton Kiwanis Casino Night

Event Date: 
March 14, 2020 - 5:00pm

30th Annual Casino Night by the Kiwanis Club of Dayton Township will be Saturday March 14 at the Dayton Community Center, 170 Pike Street. Food starts at 5 p.m. and games start at 6 p.m.

Pre-sold tickets for 100 tokens $15, at the door 50 tokens for $15. Pulled Pork sandwich with chips and slaw $5, wine and beer $3, Soda and Water $1. Raffle and Silent Auction. Great opportunity to play and learn 21, craps, and roulette. Tickets call John at 721-6898.

CANCELED: Virginia City Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry and St. Patrick's party

Event Date: 
March 14, 2020 (All day)

UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to coronavirus concerns.

***The Comstock will go nuts on Saturday, March 14 at its annual pre-St. Patrick’s Day warmup and festival like no other where the revelry is wild, the beer flows icy green and the food orders of the day pay homage to the parts of the male cow anatomy that usually wind up snipped.

Carson Valley LGBTQ and Friends Social Saturday, March 14th, 2-5pm Email RSVP Required by Friday, March 13th

$12 Fixed Price Luncheon, March 14th, 2-5pm, Email RSVP Required by March 12
LGBTQ+ Luncheon, Saturday, March 14th 2-5pm, Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint
A word from one of our founding sponsors at end of article
Event Date: 
March 14, 2020 (All day)

The first LGBTQ and Friends Social will be Saturday, March 14th, 2-5pm at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint. Your RSVP is required for the luncheon. The luncheon is $12 per person NOT including gratuity. Please be generous to your server.

Please RSVP by end of day Friday, March 13th. Email your RSVP to cvlgbtqandfriends@gmail.com. You can decide your menu selections when at Sassafras.

Sassafras is located at 1500 Old Hot Springs Road, Carson City, NV 89706.

The luncheon has a $12 fixed price menu NOT including gratuity (the price does include tax). Please tip your server generously.

Carson Valley LGBTQ and Friends Social Saturday, March 14, Email RSVP Required by Thursday, March 12

$12 Fixed Price Luncheon, March 14th, 2-5pm, Email RSVP Required by March 12
Sponsors Sassafras, PFLAG, Sassabration
A word from one of our founding sponsors at end of article
Event Date: 
March 14, 2020 (All day)

The Carson Valley LGBTQ+ and Friends Social is proud to announce the Business Sponsorship of Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint as well as Community Sponsors – PFAG (United States’ first and largest organization uniting parents, families, and allies with people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer – LGBTQ+) and Sassabration (Carson Valley’s Annual Pride Celebration).

A word from one of our founders is at the end of this article.

LGBTQ and Friends Social is Saturday, March 14; RSVP by March 12

Carson Valley, LGBTQ, social, community, luncheon
Event Date: 
March 14, 2020 - 2:00pm

The Carson Valley LGBTQ and Friends Social will be Saturday, March 14, 2 to 5 p.m. at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint in Carson City Your RSVP is required for the luncheon. The luncheon is $12 per person NOT including gratuity. Please be generous to your server.

V&T Railway begins early bookings for 2020 season: Steam trains, wine and beer tours, Polar Express and more

CARSON CITY — On the heels of an incredibly successful 2019 season and due to popular demand, V&T Railway has begun early ticket sale booking for the 2020 season. As with prior seasons, the 2020 season will include vintage steam train rides from Carson City to Virginia City, Toast of the Canyon wine and beer trains and the popular Polar Express in addition to other themed and special event trains.

Carson City deputies arrest man for possession of stolen moving truck, secret methamphetamine pipe

A 32-year-old Minden man was arrested in the area of Sonoma and Frontage Road for possession of a stolen vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia.

According to the report, deputies ran a records check on an Arizona license plates and deputies advised the vehicle was stolen out of Reno.

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