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Good morning my fellow seekers! We have now completed the first week of clues, what do you think? Have you guessed it yet? It's definitely tricky this year! Let's get right into it so you can continue on your quest.

Good morning hunters, have you guessed it yet? I have my own ideas, but I haven't quite grasped it yet. What are some of your ideas?

Let's get into the fourth clue.

Heading into the weeknd, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City area. Lions Club kicks off its annual “White Cane Days” Saturday and Sunday in Carson City to increase awareness of the white cane traffic safety laws, and collect used eyeglasses for distribution to those in need. Local business Wizard of Pawz grooming salon hosts a socially-distanced grand opening on Saturday afternoon, followed by a pool tournament at Bulldog Billiards at 6 p.m. Combined with live music and karaoke, the state capitol will be packed with excitement! Read on for more information.

Good morning hunters! I've got to tell you, yesterday I thought I had it all figured out and drove up to the spot I thought the medallion would be, only to meet two grumpy mine-tour owners who HATE games and puzzles. Needless to say, I had been wrong about the spot. But I will continue seeking, as should you!

Good morning hunters! The first clue was a bit of a mystery to me, what about you? But the first ones are always the hardest; it wouldn't be any fun if someone figured it out on the first clue! Get ready for day two and good luck puzzling it out!

A socially-distanced Grand Opening of a new grooming salon, "Wizard of Pawz" in Carson City will be held on Oct. 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Learn what Nevada women of the late 19th century were carrying under those Victorian era gowns Wednesday (Oct. 7) at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. in Carson City.

Good morning Carson City, are you ready to begin the Nevada Day Treasure Hunt? I know I am!

RENO, Nev. — Approaching the year's final quarter, many small businesses across the state are still in need of COVID-19 relief funds, and each month there are new grant opportunities.

Despite the Nevada Day Parade being cancelled this year, there are many Nevada Day events still happening, and one of them is the popular Nevada Day Treasure Hunt!

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board on Wednesday approved key updates to forest management ordinances that will streamline large-scale fuel reduction projects and continue reducing the threat of catastrophic wildfire in the Tahoe Basin.

The Carson High School Retro-Homecoming and Respect Week went without a hitch, and the beauty of it was administrators, teachers, and staff had nothing whatsoever to do with making the decisions as the students chose both the candidates and the winners.

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities over the next three days. The Carson City Wine Walk returns Saturday with COVID-19 restrictions. Virginia City will be filled with spooky events over the month of October with its signature Hauntober event. Combined with live music and karaoke, the Carson City area will be buzzing with excitement! Read on for more information.

A new sushi restaurant, Capital City Sushi, has taken the place of Kim Lee's, which had closed in March of this year.

The popular sushi restaurant, located at 319 North Carson Street in downtown Carson City, closed down earlier this year amidst the COVID-19 shutdown, and Capital City Sushi took over the location soon after.

Join Carson Capitols Lacrosse as we get ready for the High Sierra League Spring 2021 season as they walk you through the basic skills and techniques of youth lacrosse. We welcome all boys and girls ages 8 through 12. Each week you will learn new tips and tricks to perfect your lacrosse skills.

The Carson City Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Bureau will host a free Zoom seminar today, Tuesday, that focuses on business scams and how to avoid being scammed. The seminar features experts with the Federal Trade Commission, Office of the Nevada Attorney General, and the Nevada Department of Business & Industry Office of Consumer Affairs

Local baseball and softball players are invited to participate in a free Cap City Baseball Hitting Clinic. RSVP now to reserve your spot! Boys and girls ages 8-13 are welcomed to attend and participate. The clinic will be held on Oct. 1, 2020 at 5:30 PM at the John L. Harvey Field located at Western Nevada College, 2201 W. College Pkwy, Carson City.

CARSON CITY — Learn about the snakes of northwestern Nevada this Wednesday, Sept. 30, at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. in Carson City. George Baumgardner, curator of natural history, will offer brief demonstrations starting at 1 p.m. and repeated until 3 p.m. for visitors passing through the museum’s demonstration gallery.

CARSON CITY — High school students graduating from a Nevada high school in spring 2021 and planning to attend Western Nevada College in fall 2021 must apply for the Nevada Promise Scholarship no later than Oct. 31, 2020.

Dayton native and Life Scout Suzanna Stankute is making strides with Boy Scouts of America.

Stankute, 14, is one of the only girls in her council on the verge of earning her Eagle Scout rank. The Eagle Scout rank is the highest achievement attainable in the Scouts BSA program. Members who earn this rank must go through a lengthy review process and complete an Eagle Scout project.

It may be a bit quiet around the high school lately, but this will not stop the CHS Student Council from making their senior year one to remember. Leadership Adviser Ann Britt said, “I am pleased to announce the Corona Virus cannot take the fun out of everything, so we are hosting a Spirit Week, Sept. 25 through Oct. 2, at CHS.”

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Franktown Apples in Washoe Valley is hosting apple picking Friday through Sunday. In celebration of National Public Lands Day, Nevada State Parks will have a fee-free day on Saturday filled with hikes and tours. Combined with live music and dinner at local restaurants, the weekend will be filled with excitement! Read on for more information.

The Nevada Day Golf Tournament is returning to Carson City this Nevada Day after a long absence from the capital city.

According to Ken Hamilton, Executive Director of Nevada Day, the Golf Tournament is making a comeback this year for the first time in over a decade.

Local baseball and softball players are invited to participate in a free Cap City Baseball Hitting Clinic. RSVP now to reserve your spot!

Boys and girls ages 8-13 are welcomed to attend and participate. The clinic will be held on October 1st, 2020 at 5:30 PM at the John L. Harvey Field (Western Nevada College, 2201 W. College Pkwy, Carson City, NV 89703).

The historic mining town of Virginia City is regarded as one of America’s most haunted cities. This October 31 and throughout the month, uncover spooky tales and festive family adventures for all ages – all aligned to accommodate current restrictions and guidelines – during “Hauntober.”

Voya Financial, Inc., a leading provider of retirement plans for educators, announced Monday that Adrienne Wiggins, a teacher at Empire Elementary School in Carson City, has received a $2,000 grant as part of the company’s 2020 Unsung Heroes awards competition.

Here are the winning pictures judged by the Carson City Photo Club as part of its monthly photo contest. The theme addressed by the August winners was "Night Sky."

Remember the old days when school would get cancelled for weather aberrations like snow? Aww, the excitement of that early morning phone call and the joyfulness of being able to go back to sleep with the anticipation of a full day ahead of hanging out in pajamas and watching Netflix or Amazon Prime.

As the 2020-21 school year continues, the Boys & Girls Club of Western Nevada is packed with learning programs and exciting activities for kids of all ages.

The Carson City location at 1870 Russell Way is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with dozens of hands-on programs. Spots inside the building are limited to 135 kids each day, but countless activities will be held throughout the year.

While the building that is housing the Lamplighter bar has undergone many names throughout its long history, owner Cheryl Mathwig said she always connected to its iteration of being the Lamplighter.

Now the bar that was most recently known as Tommy’s Neighborhood Bar has reverted to its old name, and Mathwig is dedicated to bringing back historical touches.