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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.

Additions, upgrades and changes as Carson City casinos reopen Thursday

After the statewide shutdown in March due to COVID-19, Carson City area casinos are preparing to return to business this week, joining dozens of casinos in northern Nevada as they are set to resume operations on Thursday, June 4, the first day gaming establishments are allowed to reopen.

Scoobyz Thrift Store & Collectibles Now Open to Serve You

Scoobyz Thrift Store and Collectibles is now reopen with newly expanded space, same location, 3569 US Hwy 50E, Carson City. Our added glass showcases allow us to show off our awesome collectibles and one of a kind items. We miss all of our great customers and look forward to seeing you again. We know you will enjoy our organized, clean and comfortable store. We are very helpful and friendly as always. See ya soon!

DETR: Regular Initial Unemployment Claims Decline, Continued Claims See First Declines Since March

CARSON CITY, NV – Finalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) show initial claims for unemployment insurance totaled 15,607 for the week ending May 23, down 2,230 claims, or 12.5 percent compared to last week’s total of 17,837.

Carson City Wine Walk could return in July

Even with the Phase 2 opening set to begin Friday, the Carson City Wine Walk will hold off on their monthly event until at least July.

April employment report grim: Carson City loses 3,800 jobs, Reno 24,500 and Vegas, 214.5K

In April, Carson City lost 3,800 jobs at a rate of 12.4 percent, giving the capital city an unemployment rate of 21.4 percent for the month compared to March’s rate of 7.1 percent and 4 percent in April 2019, according to figures released Wednesday by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.

Nevada 4-H offering at-home and virtual summer activities

In addition to the many adaptations local 4-H programs have made in Nevada communities the last couple of months amid COVID-19 to keep 4-H youth engaged, the Nevada 4-H Youth Development Program has developed a variety of activities to engage 4-H youth throughout the state during the summer months.

Nevada COVID-19 deaths in April dwarfed flu deaths over same period in 2018, 2019, new analysis shows

The number of Nevadans who died last month after contracting the novel coronavirus was more than four times the number of those who died from influenza and pneumonia over the same period in each of the last two years, according to an analysis by The Nevada Independent of a state report on causes of death and the state’s COVID-19 dashboard.

Column: The Story of Taps

The first time I had ever heard "Taps" played in person, I was visiting Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA, just outside of Washington, D.C. A Navy funeral was concluding and bugler "Taps" signaled the sailor's final farewell.

Nevada Unemployment Rate Near Thirty Percent; Employment Down 244,800 in April

According to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s (DETR) April 2020 economic report, employment in Nevada is down 244,800 jobs over the month and the unemployment rate rose to 28.2 percent.

This report is the first report which covers the period affected by the COVID-19 public health emergency and shows the impact of temporary business closures in the state.

Thursday Night Cruise new location at Carson City's Hampton Inn and Suites

Event Date: 
June 4, 2020 - 5:00pm

June 4th car show that was going to be at Max Casino has been cancelled but now has been moved to Hampton Inn and Suites on North Carson Street. The even is from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Food truck will be available, discounted rooms for those who wish, 50/50 raffle, music. Open to all cars and trucks.

Carson City restaurant program aims to reduce plastic, encourages reusable bamboo utensils

Beginning Wednesday, the Carson City Green Dining District will feature a special program to help customers support local businesses while reducing their environmental footprint.

Carson City's Pioneer High School to feature 5-part graduation plan to celebrate 2020 seniors

Event Date: 
June 1, 2020 (All day)
June 2, 2020 (All day)

This is a year unprecedented for Carson City students. High school seniors, and our local high schools are getting creative with the ways they seek to honor their graduating students.

Nevada Artists Association reopens Carson City gallery, hosts Landscape Show

Event Date: 
May 19, 2020 - 12:00pm
May 20, 2020 - 12:00pm
May 21, 2020 - 12:00pm
May 22, 2020 - 12:00pm
May 23, 2020 - 12:00pm
May 24, 2020 - 12:00pm

The Nevada Artists Association is excited to reopen Tuesday, May 19 with the Landscape Show. This show presents a collection of 88 photographs, paintings and drawings by Nevada Artist Association members.

Man arrested for assault with deadly weapon says victim hit himself with coffee mug to prove how tough he is

A 32-year-old Redding, Calif. man was arrested in the area of College Parkway Thursday night for felony battery with a deadly weapon, an assault with a deadly weapon warrant, and a domestic battery warrant.

Skyler Shane Smith was arrested after deputies responded to the area after an anonymous caller stated a fight was going on between two men in a parking lot.

Initial Claims Decline for Second Straight Week; Continued Claims Rise to 324,000

CARSON CITY, NV – Finalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) show initial claims for unemployment insurance totaled 21,635 for the week ending May 9, down 6,915 claims, or 24.2 percent compared to last week’s total of 28,550.

Thursday Night Carson City Cruise June 4 event at Max Casino canceled

Event Date: 
June 4, 2020 (All day)

Due to casinos being closed, Max Casino in Carson City has asked organizers of the Carson City Thursday Cruise to cancel its June 4 car show. The next Thursday Night Cruise will be June 11 at Battle Born Harley in Carson City. If the casino restriction is lifted, and Max Casino opens before June 4, plans will be revisited for the car show.

Carson City's Brewery Arts Center creates message wall to thank local heroes

In the spirit of our summer mural wall, the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City has assembled a “Thank you” wall facing King Street and invites the community to come by with a Sharpie or paints and write a message to anyone who has helped during this time.

UNR researcher helps develop economic model that tracks inventory, warehousing and transportation

RENO — The tools economists use to measure economic activity to predict economic growth or recession across the U.S. are evolving — especially with the rise of online sales. And now, as the pandemic is shifting consumer habits and straining industries nationwide, the need for a timely sense of economic activity is more vital than ever.

NV Energy introduces renewable-based pricing plan for large businesses, customers

NV Energy’s longstanding plan to woo back large businesses and other major electric customers from leaving utility service now has a name, structural outline and a promise by the utility that the program won’t cost residential and other ratepayers.

Nevada Unemployment Initial Claims Total 28,550 for Week Ending May 2; Continued Claims Above 300,000

Finalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) show initial claims for unemployment insurance totaled 28,550 for the week ending May 2, down 13,991 claims, or 32.9 percent compared to last week’s total of 42,541.

Organizers cancel Karson Kruzers 35th Run What Cha Brung Car Show

Event Date: 
July 25, 2020 (All day)

Karson Kruzers car club is cancelling their 35th Year "Run What Cha Brung" car show, which would have been July 25, 2020 at Mills Park in Carson City. We will reschedule for next year, July 24, 2021.

Nevada businesses can start reopening Saturday, subject to capacity limits, other restrictions

Gov. Steve Sisolak says the state will enter “Phase 1” of business reopenings on Saturday, but that establishments allowed to open their doors will be subject to strict capacity requirements that could be even more stringent if leaders in counties want them to be.

Teacher Appreciation Week celebrated in Carson City

If there ever were a silver lining amid a pandemic, many parents, forced into homeschooling their children via Remote Learning, may have discovered a new found appreciation for teachers. For National Teacher Appreciation Week in Carson City, principals, office managers and administrators alike have also found novel ways to recognize and celebrate educators.

Car Club revs up for Carson Tahoe health staff: Classics to line up Saturday in Carson City

The cancellation of Hot August Night’s ‘Spring Fever Revival’ isn’t slowing Dayton and Carson City area classic car owners from spreading some joy in these challenging times.

Annual Minden-Tahoe Airport’s Aviation Roundup Cancelled due to COVID-19

The Aviation Roundup Air Show is a community-oriented event that strives to bring an exciting and affordable family event to Douglas County.

The personnel and financial assets required to produce and host such a show are significant, and the air show would not be possible without the outstanding sponsors and amazing volunteers that work with us every year. We thank them again for making this show possible over the past years.

Northern Nevada photographers rally to rebound from COVID-19 crisis

Hello my name is Makena Lee Henze. I am the owner of Makena Lee Photography. I am a well known advocate in the creative and wedding community here in the local area and always strive to motivate others. During this time of crisis for everyone and small businesses, photographers are getting hit hard with so much uncertainty and worry.

Nevada Junior Livestock Show starts Monday; will be done through virtual showcase format

Event Date: 
May 4, 2020 (All day)
May 5, 2020 (All day)
May 6, 2020 (All day)
May 7, 2020 (All day)
May 8, 2020 (All day)

RENO — To adapt to the recent restrictions amid COVID-19, the Nevada Junior Livestock Show will hosts its annual livestock show online this Monday through Friday, May 4-8. Youth ages 9-19 throughout the state and parts of California will be judged on their showmanship and knowledge of their chosen animals through videos they submitted online.

Carson City's Boys and Girls Club children brighten Carson-Tahoe hospital with artwork and hope

While the Boys and Girls Club in Western Nevada in Carson City is currently closed to the public during the pandemic, they have offered their services to a worthy cause: keeping the children of essential first responders safe and happy.

Senator Square: A reminder to the CHS family that every day is new, live it to the fullest

Is this pandemic over with yet? Nope! Not to beat a dead horse, but what is everyone doing with all this time off? For some, time off would be a fantastic development in their busy lives, and for others, time off would be an awful development because they are not able to pay their bills if they cannot go to work.

The point here is clear: Those who need time off cannot have it, and those who have time off do not want it. This is where hope, attitude, and contentment come into play. It is time for a laugh.

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