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Teacher Appreciation week across the United States was May 7-11, and many teachers in the Carson City School District experienced appreciation unequaled in memory.

Pinon Hills Elementary School's 21st Annual Ice Cream Social Fundraiser is here!!! Join us the evening of the 18th from 5-8 pm this event is open to the public. There will be games, raffle, silent auction items, food and fun.

*Special Note* we are also having a BLOOD DRIVE during this event, be a hero and get a free ice cream voucher.

Raffle Tickets are 6 for $5 or $1 each
Sneak peek on some of the raffle items are Nintendo switch, Samsung Galaxy Tablet A, Amazon Fire HD 8, 39" and 19" Insignia flat screen TV ... and more.

Games cost 1-4 ticket. Tickets are 50¢ each.

This week is just flying by and the weekend is just around the corner. Mothers’ Day is this Sunday and there will be plenty of ways to spoil Mom. A trip to Virginia City on the V & T Steam Train is always memorable. The annual RSVP Spring Celebration Carnival opens tomorrow in Mills Park.

Pat Fogarty, biotech entrepreneur and Democratic primary candidate for Congressional District 2, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. Sponsored by the Democratic Men's Committee, these fundraisers help defer expenses at Carson's Democratic HQ. This event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on May 14th at Carson City's Round Table Pizza, near Starbucks in the Walmart retail complex, just off of College Parkway. All are welcome. Donations of $5 or more appreciated. Direct inquiries to Rich Dunn at 230-4989 or richdunn@aol.com.

Make this Monday a pizza kind of day. The annual Relay for Life relay is just around the corner, and the Pizza Factory on Highway 50 is helping out the cause by donating a portion of tonight’s proceeds to the organization. Mother’s Day is coming up fast and the Carson Mall would like to lend a hand. You’ll find a vendor craft fair set up all week to help you find something special. Community Yogi has yoga classes for all levels at various locations throughout the week.

A new restaurant is planned for the building located at 200 North Stewart Street, a space formerly occupied by D'Vine Wine Tasting.

The Nursing program at Western Nevada College is one of the state’s best. Attend today’s informational meeting and walk away knowing everything you’ll need to do for a career in the medical field.

Monday, May 7, the Pizza Factory located at 3120 Hwy 50 East No. 3, Carson City supports Relay for Life of Carson City and Douglas County by donating back 10 percent of all sales to include dine-in, takeout and delivery between 5 and 9 p.m.

Come out and show your support where we raise money to work toward ending those words "YOU HAVE CANCER."

It's spring in Carson City and that means graduations, gardening and carnival time. The community is invited to the 33rd annual Spring Celebration and Carnival hosted by the Nevada Rural Counties RSVP Program and sponsored by Carson City Toyota, Campagni Auto Group.

Vance Alm, a primary care physician and contender for the Democratic nomination in Congressional District 2, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon. Sponsored by the Democratic Men's Committee, these fundraisers help defer expenses at Carson's Democratic HQ. This event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Monday, May 7th at Carson City's Round Table Pizza, 3325 Retail Drive, just off of College Parkway in the Walmart retail complex. All are welcome. Donations of $5 or more appreciated. Direct inquiries to Rich Dunn at 230-4989 or richdunn@aol.com.

Participants plan, practice and travel to Virginia City, Nev., from Northern California and Utah to participate in the Virginia City Grand Prix as a group. Four persons from Team RagTag placed in the finals.

It’s Denim Day in Nevada, which is just a way to show support for the survivors of sexual assault and bring awareness to the issue. Your early morning coffee might even come with a specially made heat sleeve in honor of the occasion. The Carson City Library is continually bringing something new to our community. Today, you can get certified to use their laser cutter and engraver in the new Maker Space, or you can get a dose of some international flavor. Their Diversity in Action program features Peruvian and Latin American Folkloric music, and is suitable for all ages.

Tina Davis-Hersey, the Democrat who's taking on Republican incumbent Ben Kieckhefer in State Senate District 16, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon.

‘Break a leg’ to the talented kids in Wild Horse Children’s Theater. Their newest production, ‘Junie B. Jones, Jr.' opens at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall tonight. The Reno Coin Club has returned to the Nevada State Museum for it’s annual National Coin Week celebration with lectures, demonstrations, and foreign coins for kids. It’s a BINGO kind of night. Dayton High School is raising funds for their Safe Grad Night with a huge raffle and plenty of family-friendly BINGO fun. Join the Carson Victory Rollers roller derby girls at Battle Born Social for a Friday Night BINGO Bash.

The international jewel that is Lake Tahoe is just a short trip up the hill. Save your gas money and head to the Carson City Library for a presentation on our beautiful lake and the diverse ecosystem that makes it special. Lending a hand to the Boys and Girls Club can be as easy as lunch or dinner at Buffalo Wild Wings; their annual Team Up for Kids Community Day raises funds for our local organization. Put some swing in that thing during Jazz Night at Living the Good Life, just get there in time for their delicious dinner menu.

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.

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 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.

Carson City Sheriff's deputies are on scene of a reported robbery at Little Caesar's Pizza at the Carson Mall.

The robbery was reported to emergency dispatch shortly before 2:30 p.m. Sunday.

You’re going to have some choices to make today. Just how much fun are you looking for, and what kind? Live music takes over at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, Bella Vita Bistro, Living the Good Life, and the Brewery Arts Center. Belly laughs can be found at Carson Comedy inside the Carson Nugget on Fridays and Saturdays. A Father-daughter dance at the High School in Dayton is sure to thrill some little princesses.

For the last several months, the Galaxy Theater has been playing a movie from yesteryear on Sundays and Wednesdays. This week’s ‘Flashback’ is the disco classic ‘Saturday Night Fever,’ in all its polyester glory. For those interested in a nursing career, Western Nevada College is hosting an informational meeting that will cover what can be expected for those enrolling in the educational program. Now that spring is more or less here, Carson City BMX is back on the track. You’ll find their races on Sunday mornings, but Wednesdays are for practice.

Clint Koble, Democratic primary candidate for the 2nd Congressional District, will be the featured speaker at the next Democratic luncheon-fundraiser.

The annual Father-Daughter Ball at Carson High School is just days away. Tickets have been flying off the proverbial shelf, and you aren’t going to want to miss out. Go online HERE so that you and your best girl are ready for a night to remember. Karaoke at Caterpillars Hookah Lounge features the hosts from J and M Productions; with over 25,000 songs to choose from, you are bound to find the right tune for your mood.

Rick Shepherd, Democratic primary candidate for the 2nd Congressional District, will be the featured speaker at the Carson City Democratic Men's Committee's next luncheon-fundraiser. This event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Monday, April 9th at the Carson City Round Table Pizza, near Walmart just off College Parkway. Suggested donations of $5 or more can be paid in cash or by check payable to CCDCC. RSVP to luncheon organizer Rich Dunn at 230-4989 or richdunn@aol.com.

March came in like a lion, and it is going out as a sweet, fluffy lamb. Easter is just a few days away and the fun times and activities for the little ones don’t seem to be in danger of getting snowed out. Find the right egg hunt for your family in my Easter Fun list HERE.

Two women were arrested Friday at 5:30 p.m. in the 2500 block of South Carson Street, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy said, each for felony suspicion of possession of methamphetamine.

It’s just unfortunate timing that today has been designated ‘Nevada Moves Day.’ With the heavy rain, it may not be the best time to try your hand at walking or biking to school. A break in the storm this afternoon will make for an easier trek home, but you can always take up the challenge after Spring break next week. The annual Father-Daughter Dance at Carson High is fast approaching, and today is your last chance for in-person ticket sales. Head to the Carson High office between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. if you’ve got cash in hand.

Tickets are available now for the second annual Nowruz “New Year” Celebration Feast to benefit the Veterans Healing Camp. The event will be held on Tuesday, March 27 from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Casino Fandango Buffet Banquet Room in Carson City.

At 11:30 a.m. on Monday April 2, the Carson City Democratic Men’s Committee will host a luncheon-fundraiser in the meeting room of Round Table Pizza, 3325 Retail Drive.

March 14, or 3.14, is jokingly referred to as ‘Pi Day’ because of its resemblance to the mathematical constant. The Tahoe Mountain Milers host a fun run every year to celebrate. If you can run 3.14 miles in a time closest to 31.4 minutes, the bragging rights, and a delicious pie, will be yours. Spaghetti is on the menu at the Nevada Governor’s Mansion where the Nurses of Western Nevada College are hosting a fundraiser.