May 2

Whether you’re writing fiction or non-fiction, you can master the steps you need in order to write your book. Each month features an in-depth lesson on a critical writing skill.

If you are planning to enter the nursing program or medical-related courses at Western Nevada College, attending one of the upcoming informational meetings will help you get your enrollment documents, vaccines and background checks in order.

For those who think they can’t afford to pamper themselves now and then and to upgrade their look, rejoice, there’s a place in Carson City where you can enjoy affordable pampering while helping students earn their beauty certification.

It was at one time the mightiest voice in Nevada journalism, and could make or break powerful men with just one sentence printed on a Hoe steam press, located in the basement of the Territorial Enterprise building. After a long and distinguished career the T.E. building is being sold once again.

Since opening its doors to students about four months ago, the Sierra Academy of Style (SAS) has started three class cycles and began accepting clients from the community, co-owner Anthony Gayner said.

A 22-year-old man was arrested Friday in the area of Mills Park for felony suspicion of robbery after allegedly threatening juveniles and stealing their speaker box, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help in identifying the suspect in a May 2 theft that happened at the 7-Eleven on Riverview Drive in Gardnerville.

A 37-year-old Carson City man was booked into jail Wednesday for a felony warrant alleging burglary and grand larceny, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Thirty local bike enthusiasts ride through downtown Carson City on Tuesday, May 2 as part of the annual Celebrity Ride during Bike Month.

CARSON CITY, Nev. – Single lane closures and minor travel delays will take place on Franktown Road (State Route 877) in Washoe Valley through early July as the Nevada Department of Transportation finalizes drainage repairs and repaves the roadway.

Happy Tuesday, Carson City. The valley is abuzz in blooming flowers and happenings. Tag along with one of the guided planned walks today; the afternoon one will prove more challenging, but perfect for getting ready for summer. The Carson City Classic Cinema Club showcases a different film each month: catch Bette Davis in ‘Of Human Bondage’ tonight at the BAC’s Performance Hall. Even more awaits if you keep reading, including Penguin Taco Tuesday at Westside Pour House.

TUESDAY:

Muscle Powered is hosting the 2017 Carson City Invitational Celebrity Ride Tuesday, May 2 as a part of Bike Month, a nationally recognized celebration of cycling.

Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents Bette Davis classic 'Of Human Bondage' on May 2 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall.

A young man finds himself attracted to a cold and unfeeling waitress who may ultimately destroy them both.

General Admission $5; Senior/Student $3; Free to members. Trivia and discussion begin at 6:30 p.m.; Film begins at 7 p.m.

The show is at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 449 West King Street Carson City.

The last time Brandy Gayner walked through the doors of 1851 South Roop Street, she was a student at the Carson City Beauty Academy, which closed in July 2014.

With emotions running wild in our society, this gentle movement class helps calm the body and mind, leading to a safer, calmer, happier community:

Title: Gentle Movement for Opening the Heart
Subtitle: Tuesdays, 9:30 – 11:00 am, March 21 – May 2, 2017, at 611 E. Telegraph St., Carson City

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Swift Communications announced today beginning May 2, the Reno Gazette-Journal will be printed by the Carson City-based PressWorks, Ink.

Swift Communications announced last week that beginning May 2, the Reno Gazette-Journal will be printed by the Carson City-based PressWorks, Ink ...

A 74-year-old Nevada Department of Corrections inmate died Thursday at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center in in Carson City. Prison officials say after an exhaustive search, they're unable to the contact or notify next of kin.

May 2, 1932 ~ June 26, 2016Odie “Warren” Reed passed away June 26, 2016 at C ...

Nov. 27, 1966 - May 2, 2016Andie Majerczyk-Green, Born November 27, 1966, died May 2, 2 ...

Dec 31, 1925 - May 2, 2016Michael Mari Fortune, 90, passed away on May 2, 2016 in Hawth ...

Monday, May 2 is the opening day for the Carson City NFL Flag Football League. Youngsters 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 will be competing Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights at Fremont Elementary School throughout the month of May. Participating teams are the Packers, 49ers, Seahawks and Saints.

May day has come and gone, but just barely. This is my favorite time of year in Carson City: blooming flowers, warmer days, and the return of summertime activities. The Historic Carson Scavenger Hunt begins today, so head downtown and look for the unique features that make the buildings one of a kind. Mondays are perfect for getting out and starting the week off with some swing dancing with our local club, the High Sierra Swing Dancers. Firkin and Fox is a great place for food and drink, but tonight you can go and sing some songs with karaoke leaders J and M Productions.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Weather permitting, the U.S. Forest Service, the Nevada Division of State Lands and the Nevada Division of Forestry may conduct prescribed fire operations next week beginning Monday, May 2, 2016. 

On the East Shore, operations may take place in the Rocky Point area near Tunnel Creek Road, Montreal Canyon near Spooner Summit and south of Glenbrook near Camp Galilee.

In celebration of Historic Preservation Month, the Carson City Historic Resources Commission will hold its 7th annual Historic Preservation Scavenger Hunt beginning Monday and running through May 31.

Since the early 1980s, May has been a month for celebrating historic preservation and archaeology in Nevada. This year, the theme acknowledges the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act, which helps to stabilize neighborhoods and downtowns, contributes to public education, attracts investment, creates jobs, generates tax revenues, supports small business and affordable housing, and powers Nevada’s heritage tourism industry.

The season’s first adult coed softball league play launched Friday night at Centennial Park in Carson City, with signups up considerably over the past couple of years.

According to Carson City Parks and Recreation Recreation Sports Program Supervisor Scott Chapman, 32 coed teams are on tap to play this year, up from 30 last year and 28 the previous year.

The Carson City Redevelopment Authority is offering grants of up to $25,000 to improve the exterior façades of commercial buildings within the Redevelopment District. The grant can be used to make improvements to the exterior of existing commercial buildings, including signs. The grant requires the property owner to pay at least half the cost of the improvements. A total of $200,000 has been allocated to the program.

Boy Scout Troop 3396’s Jacob Waters was presented with the William T. Hornaday Award at the Nevada Area Council’s Annual Recognition Dinner, held Friday, March 18 at the Peppermill in Reno.

With the holiday season right around the corner, the Carson City Sears Hometown Store is joining more than 1,200 Sears Hometown stores nationwide in supporting the 2015 Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. holiday campaign with Make-A-Wish.