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Another summer weekend has arrived. The Carson City Fair will be open all day, but tonight is something special. The Bulls, Broncs, and Barrels Rodeo takes over the Fuji Park Arena. You’ll find another free outdoor concert in McFadden Plaza this evening featuring Road Daddy, food and fun. Youth Theater Carson City debuts its newest production, Into the Woods, Jr., at the Community Center and is a great option for a special kids’ night out. Keep reading, and you’ll find all that the area has to offer for a great time.

FRIDAY:

The Carson City Fair will wrap up the weekend with back-to-back performances of Manuel Souza’s Bulls, Broncs and Barrels.

Happy Thursday, Carson City. Help move the workweek along by doing something fun. You’ll always find the boys of J and M Productions running the karaoke show at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar. Living the Good Life has music every night Tuesday through Saturday, and tonight it is Dougie L’s turn to entertain. The Café at Adele’s is always a good choice for date night, but when they also have music on their veranda, you’ve got all the ingredients for a memorable night.

THURSDAY:

After five years in the 4 Paws 4-H Dog Club, Morgan Craghill, 14, had her first opportunity to compete in an actual dog show this week as part of the Carson City Fair at Fuji Park.

What to do, what to do? That’s the question that starts most every weekend. If you’ve got kids, test their mettle at the annual Capitol City Triathlon. Open to kids of all ages, they will bike, run, and swim their way to the finish line. The third annual Sassabration event kicks off with a multi-colored, costume bike parade from the Brewery Arts Center to the celebration at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint. Multiple bands, vendors, non-profit booths, free swimming at the Carson Hot Springs, not to mention the yummy food and drink available make this a not-to-be-missed festival.

I hope your dancing shoes are handy because the music will have you on your feet. Local favorites, Jelly Bread, take the stage at McFadden Plaza as part of the Fridays at the Fox series. Start the weekend with some belly laughs: either with Kevin Farley at the Brewery Arts Center or with Mrs. John Hughes at the Carson Nugget. Break a leg to our talented friends and neighbors participating in this year’s Senior Follies. ‘As Seen On TV’ marks the twentieth year the variety show has showcase local talent.

FRIDAY:

Carson City Sheriff Office deputies broke up a large underage alcohol and marijuana party at a home Saturday night occupied by dozens of juveniles, issuing a handful of citations and making 11 arrests for obstructing officers, curfew violation and minor consuming.

Two women were booked into jail Wednesday on burglary, possessing stolen property and other charges after allegedly using a baby stroller and backpack to steal merchandise at Home Depot and Walmart, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Hello fellow anglers, it is now officially summer time and we are feeling it. When the temperatures reach 90 in Tahoe, It is time to fish the higher lakes. I hope you had a special time last week on Fathers Day.

A 43-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday in the 400 block of North Carson Street for a felony fugitive from justice warrant issued in March out of El Dorado County, Calif.

A 26-year-old man was arrested early Sunday morning in the 500 block of North Carson Street for misdemeanor suspicion of second domestic battery, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

If you happen to be up very early on Saturday morning, you may just see some runners in the pre-dawn hours. The Reno-Tahoe Odyssey, a 178 mile relay, passes through Carson City on its way to Virginia City. A huge congratulations goes out to the Class of 2017; the Carson High graduates will get their diplomas today. It’s wine walk weekend, so downtown will be hopping with sippers, strollers, and plenty of summer fun. Keep reading, and you’re sure to find something to make this weekend special.

SATURDAY:

The Nevada Highway Patrol will offer a car seat safety check at the Walmart Super Center in South Carson City. NHP will inspect, install and if needed, replace car seats on a case by case basis.

A 36-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday for suspicion of robbery after allegedly walking behind the counter of a convenience store, stealing pistachios and pushing an employee who attempted to stop him, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying at least four people believed to be involved in a credit card fraud.

United Federal Credit Union (UFCU) is preparing to host its 3rd Annual Diaper Drive to benefit the Women & Children’s Center of the Sierra. The public is invited to drop off diapers or make monetary contributions at any UFCU branch between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday, May 8 through Friday, May 26, 2017.

A 39-year-old woman was arrested on multiple charges including drug trafficking, conspiracy, furnishing drugs to a prisoner and burglary, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Members of the Nevada Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP) have been notified of a new alternative insurance plan in addition to the existing Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plan. The new offering is titled “Alternate HMO Plan Benefit Design — Option 2.”

Saturday, April 22 is Earth Day, an event that was first observed in 1970 and now encompasses over 190 countries around the globe. Muscle Powered will be doing its part to help make Carson City, and in turn the world, a better place by holding a Trash Mob on Earth Day.

UPDATE SUNDAY: A burglary charge was dropped and charges were amended to include felony obtaining money under false pretenses, according to the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
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A 31 year-old Carson City woman was arrested Friday evening at 6:08 p.m. in the 3800 block of South Carson following an investigation into allegations that she had faked her child's death in order to profit from it.

A 31 year-old Carson City woman was arrested Friday afternoon at 6:08 p.m. in the 3800 block of South Carson Street for felony burglary and misdemeanor obstruction, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy said, following an investigation into allegations that she had faked her child's death in order to profit from it.

The VC Silver Bricks FIRST Lego League 4-H club began in the Fall of 2016 under the guidance of FLL Coach and 4-H leader Nicole Frens.

A 28-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Sunday for felony suspicion of obtaining money under false pretenses after allegedly selecting merchandise from a store and getting money for the items from customer service, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

A Carson City man with multiple warrants for his arrest, including felony domestic battery, was arrested Sunday night, a sheriff’s deputy said.

A Carson City man was arrested Thursday for felony suspicion of failure to comply with annual verification of being a tier 1 sex offender and a misdemeanor contempt of court warrant, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

A 24-year-old man was arrested for felony battery Thursday after allegedly punching, kicking and beating a man who was attempting to help calm him down after he was being detained by Walmart security, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

A 32-year-old Fallon man was arrested Wednesday, 1:08 a.m in the area of Stewart and Corbett streets for misdemeanor suspicion of obstructing, resisting an officer and battery, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two theft cases at the Walmart on Topsy Lane south of Carson City. The first theft occurred on Jan. 30 and the second on Feb. 20, 2017. In both cases two male subjects stole used vehicle battery cores from a fenced area near the automotive service department.

UPDATE 11:18AM: Due to continued weather-related incidences, the Dayton Urgent Care and the Topsy Lane Walmart Clinic are also closed. Please refer to alternate locations below (the Market Street and Grant Street Walmart Clinics and the Minden Emergent Care) for your medical needs.We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please stay-tuned for further updates. We will let you know when these facilities are open.

Two adults and a juvenile were arrested Wednesday after multiple stolen items were recovered in a suspected commercial burglary spree at several stores, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.