On Friday June 27 and Saturday June 28, drivers will need to take a detour while in downtown for the High Sierra Motor Training event hosted by the Carson City Sheriff’s Office.

This is the 22nd annual event, which brings together regional law enforcement agencies to practice techniques and engage in training with their vehicles.

Motor Officer Training Challenge happening Friday, Saturday in downtown Carson City

The road closure began at 7 a.m. today and will continue through 3 p.m., and on Saturday from 8 a.m. through 5 p.m.

The Third Street parking lot is also closed for the event.

Kelsey is a fourth-generation Nevadan, English professor and investigative journalist working in the Sierras. More importantly, she is an advocate of high desert agriculture and rescue dogs.