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Celebrating milestones in the age of social distancing

Lew and Georgia celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary at Summit Estates Senio
The Foster Family celebrates Lew and Georgia's 70th wedding anniversary
High school graduates stop by for a window visit and grandparents beam wit
A parade of decorated cars honors the mothers living at Summit Estates Senior Li

In their nearly 70-year marriage, Georgia and Lew Foster had never spent a single anniversary apart, and they weren’t about to break that tradition because of COVID-19.

Celebrating their 70th-wedding anniversary would require some planning and creativity on the part of Summit Estates Senior Living and Memory Care, where Lew lives, but this sort of planning is in this team’s wheelhouse.

Let's catch a Hot Air Balloon

Good morning to all. Nice day for a stroll. What's that up ahead?!? A hot air balloon. Let's catch it! Have an amazing day everybody!

Western Nevada College's Record Graduating Class of 2020 honored in drive-through ceremony

Western Nevada College’s 2020 graduates were honored by the school, their families, friends and community in a drive-through commencement ceremony on Friday in Carson City.

WNC graduated a record 650 students, including 94 students from the Jump Start College Program.

Virtual open mic night, train rides, car show and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region for all to enjoy. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada are in effect Friday, so make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing to local events.

Carson City parks foundation pick Friends of Silver Saddle, Cinderlite as 2020 Community Award recipients

Periodically, the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation recognizes individuals, organizations, and businesses for having made notable contributions to our community and for their support of the Foundation’s and Carson City Parks Department’s missions by selecting them to receive a Community Award. FCCPR’s Board of Directors recently selected Friends of Silver Saddle and Cinderlite Trucking Corporation and Materials (Cinderlite) for this year’s Community Awards.

Unprecedented WNC drive-through commencement today in Carson City

Event Date: 
June 26, 2020 - 9:00am

Unprecedented. Many of Western Nevada College’s graduates are the first in their families to graduate from college. Their novel feats will be matched with an unparalleled commencement ceremony for WNC.

Nevada division announces new tribal coordinator for emergency response

The Nevada Division of Emergency Management is pleased to name Cassandra Darrough as DEM's Tribal Coordinator, helping with emergency management support for Nevada’s 27 federally-recognized Tribal Nations in close collaboration with Nevada Indian Commission.

Carson City School District Seeks Critical Feedback on Returning to School in Fall

The Carson City School District is making plans to re-open school this fall and is seeking parent and family feedback through an online 10-question survey. Given various school-related experiences caused by the pandemic, the school district is inviting families to take a few moments to share their thoughts, ideas and suggestions about returning to school. Participation is voluntary and responses are anonymous.

Live music, art, Father's Day dinner special and more highlight weekend activities in Carson City region

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Several events have instituted safety measures set by the state and Center for Disease Control to keep participants safe during these times.

Hiking trails, camping, cycling, golf and more highlight outdoor summer activities around Carson City

Plenty of activities around Carson City are returning for all to enjoy throughout the summer. From hiking and biking trails and campgrounds, to several outdoor recreational activities, there are many ways to get outside and enjoy the warm weather.

Youth Theatre Carson City to host summer 'Virtual Master Class Series' June 16 to July 23

Event Date: 
June 16, 2020 (All day)
June 23, 2020 (All day)
June 30, 2020 (All day)
July 7, 2020 (All day)
July 14, 2020 (All day)
July 21, 2020 (All day)

Youth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce our upcoming Virtual Summer Workshop Series, held exclusively online over six weeks, June 16 to July 23, 2020 as part of their YTCC@Home initiative.

Youth Theatre Carson City is bringing local experts, home-grown successes, and industry professionals from New York, Los Angeles, Boston and beyond right into your living room covering topics from acting and singing to theatrical design and songwriting to building relationships and becoming a successful professional in the arts.

Washoe County Sheriff's Office commends residents for not falling victim to warrant scam

The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office commends residents for not falling victim to one particular scam targeting senior citizens.

Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss spending for birth control, vaccines, next year’s holiday events and more

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting is scheduled to take place June 18 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room at the Carson City Community Center, located at 851 E. William St.

Carson City deputies arrest pair for drug charges after they left a hotel known for 'heavy drug traffic'

A 21-year-old Carson City man and a 41-year-old transient woman were arrested in the 100 block of E. Long Street for possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and violating bail conditions.

According to the report, Allen Lee Parkins and Kesa Dawn Pascal were arrested by Special Enforcement Team deputies after deputies spotted Parkins and Pascal leaving a hotel known for “heavy drug traffic.”

Nevada governor addresses state employees, proposes monthly furlough day, hiring freeze

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak notified state employees Thursday of proposed plans to address the projected Fiscal Year 2021 budget shortfall.

Preliminary estimates indicate approximately a $900 million General Fund shortfall, when combined with the Distributive School Account, the revenue shortfall increases up to $1.3 billion in Fiscal Year 2021. The estimated revenue shortfall represents a significant percentage of the state’s overall $4.5 billion operating appropriations for the fiscal year.

Christmas movie brings director Melissa Joan Hart, actor Mario Lopez to Carson City

A Lifetime network Christmas movie featuring actor Mario Lopez Jr. and actor/director Melissa Joan Hart was filmed earlier this week in Carson City.

The Tim Meigs Memorial 3D Archery Shoot set for June 28

Event Date: 
Repeats every 3 days until Sun Jun 28 2020 .
June 28, 2020 - 8:00am

Sunday, June 28 the Clear Creek Bowmen are hosting the Tim Meigs Memorial 3D Archery Shoot in Carson City.
The shoot will be a 35 3D targets Unmarked Yardage/Two Arrow shoot. Yes you can bring and actually use your range finders.

Carson City bowling alleys return under new safety provisions

Bowling is back at the Carson Lanes Family Fun Center and Gold Dust West Casino in Carson City.

Under the new provisions from the Nevada Gaming Commission, bowling alleys have instituted safety measures to keep families and guests safe. These safety measures include maximum lane capacity and sanitization of all equipment.

Douglas authorities ask for public's help locating man with felony domestic battery warrant

MINDEN — The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating a suspect wanted for a felony warrant alleging domestic battery with strangulation.

PUC partnership offers many Nevadans lifeline assistance due to financial impact of COVID-19

CARSON CITY — Due to the COVID-19 pandemic’s unprecedented impact on the economy and Nevada consumers, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada, Federal Communications Commission and National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners are partnering to increase awareness of the federal Lifeline program, which helps eligible low-income consumers access affordable broadband and phone services.

Pine Nuts with McAvoy Lane: The SpaceX Generation

My father was of the Model T Generation, born the year the Titanic went down, 1912. His was a sober generation, living through the flu pandemic of 1918, Prohibition, the Great Depression and WWII. If that won't sober up a generation what will?

Community of Thanks: Lyon County Schools served over 178K meals during distance learning

Beginning on March 16, 2020, Lyon County School District students and the students of all Nevada schools were asked to stay home — a measure taken by our government leadership in response to the world health crisis surrounding the COVID-19.

With the uncertainty surrounding how long the stay-at-home distance learning would be in place, LCSD Nutrition Services and LCSD Transportation quickly devised a plan to keep the children of the Lyon County community fed —this included any child under the age of 18, even if they were not a student of LCSD.

Rodeo foundation gives 9-year-old Carson Tahoe patient $11,000 grant at surprise parade

The Reno Rodeo Foundation awarded $30,000 to six families as a part of the organization’s Reno Rodeo Wish program, which supports the foundation’s mission to assist young people in Northern Nevada with extraordinary needs.

Campaign to raise money for Nevada's domestic violence service providers

Event Date: 
June 26, 2020 (All day)

The Division of Child and Family Services and the Nevada Coalition of END Domestic and Sexual Violence are working together to bring awareness to the decrease in funding in Nevada’s domestic violence service providers.

Senator Square: Digital media students create Carson High School year in review video

As a digital media teacher at Carson High School I asked my students if they wanted to do a year in review video. Nick Baggio, who is an editor for the announcements, and Gianna Johnson, who is an anchor on the daily announcements, jumped right on the project.

Carson High School Graduates honored with motorcade graduation

Today, Carson High School's 2020 Graduates were honored by the school, their families and their community with a social-distance graduation, in which graduates were escorted to the stage by motorcade, many of the cars decorated for each graduate.

Dementia Conversations - free online education

Event Date: 
June 25, 2020 - 3:00pm

Learn helpful tips to guide you in having difficult conversations with family members, including going to the doctor, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans.

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2TYsfSH or call 1-800-272-3900.

Dementia Conversations - free online education

Event Date: 
June 16, 2020 - 1:00pm

Learn helpful tips to guide you in having difficult conversations with family members, including going to the doctor, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans.

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2TYsfSH or call 1-800-272-3900.

Man accused of kidnapping, attempted sexual assault on a minor appears in court Friday

A man accused of kidnapping and attempted sexual assault of a minor appeared in court in Carson City Friday for his preliminary hearing.

Carson City Senior Judge John Tatro presided over the hearing of Kahlil Deshaun Williams, who is being accused of kidnapping, attempted sexual assault of a minor under 14, lewdness with a minor under 14, and false imprisonment.

Carson High School Class of 2020 Graduation Parade through Downtown planned Saturday

Event Date: 
June 6, 2020 (All day)

CHS Class of 2020 Graduation Parade through downtown Carson City.

All graduates are asked to meet in the parking lot at 3228 N. Carson St. at 6:30 p.m.

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