Married Dayton Couple identified as two deceased victims in fatal Carson City crash

Pure country, pure Nevada farmland. What first began as a Yerington-area fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club has grown into one of the biggest country music festivals in the West.

Last month it came to the attention of City officials that some residents may have been experiencing difficulty in viewing the live broadcast of Carson City Board of Supervisors’ meetings on channel 191. The City is pleased to report that this issue has been resolved.

A 35-year-old Minden man was arrested early Saturday for suspicion of felony third DUI and eluding while under the influence, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Carson Valley Community Theatre’s new show, the hilarious comedy "Social Security," opens this Friday, July 14, at the CVIC Hall in Minden, NV. The playwright, Andrew Bergman, has contributed to several Hollywood movies, including Blazing Saddles and Fletch.

Some years ago I was invited to participate in a Chautauqua out in Warrensburg, Missouri, alongside Harry Truman and George Washington Carver. We had a grand time of it, and enjoyed each other’s company ever more when we were off duty. In our Warrensburg wanderings I happened to notice a statue of a dog, a hound dog named, “Old Drum.” I thought it quaint to have a statue of a hunting dog in the town square, and attributed it to the soft hearts of the good citizens of Warrensburg. They even sent me home with a pin of Old Drum, dated 1870.

New Western Nevada College Foundation Board Trustee Brook Sweeting has already helped make a difference with the college fundraising arm’s main focus: students.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office on Saturday identified a Mound House man who was found dead in the Carson River after being reported missing during a kayak trip that began July 2.

Carson City Health and Human Services is hosting a Volunteer Fair July 14, 11 am- 2 pm at Mills Park Pavilion. If you are looking to make a difference in our community, come explore volunteer opportunities, meet great people, and find a meaningful way to spend your extra time.

UPDATE 5:30 p.m.: The body has been tentatively identified as one of the missing kayakers. The name of the deceased is being held until next of kin are notified. The body is being transported to Washoe County for a full autopsy. The canyon is reopened to the public and the scene has been cleared.

UPDATE 5:12 p.m.: Sheriff Furlong said one deceased male was retrieved. No ID has been announced at this time.

UPDATE 3:20 p.m.: Sheriff Furlong sent a photo (seen above) of the staging area of the body where responders are working to extract it.

On July 14, the Carson City Moose Lodge 2709 is having the second annual wine train event in Mills Park from 4:30 to 7:00. There will be three train stops for the riders get off and taste some premium wines and craft beers.

Each ticket allows for 10 samplings and only 100 tickets will be sold for the price of $20 per ticket.

Join us for a beautiful afternoon in Virginia City creating a stunning Victorian teardrop style hat perfect for a stroll on the boardwalk, party, decoration, or a gift.

On Friday, the inaugural Food Truck Fridays took place at Mills Park, which included a live band, free face painting, kids activities, and much more.

The free movie of the night, The Sandlot, begins at dusk.

Bring your gardening questions to Carson's Community Garden to get solutions on alternating Saturdays starting July 8, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. Carson City and Storey County Extension Master Gardener interns will be available to examine plant/insect samples, discuss alternatives and provide support for area gardeners, families, and those new to gardening in the region.

A 55-year-old Carson City man was arrested after admitting to embezzling over $54,000 worth of products from his work.

Deputies were dispatched to a home improvement store on Fairview Dr. Thursday afternoon on an embezzlement report.