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Eighth grader Mackenzie Harper hadn’t realized all the work that goes into producing turkeys for Thanksgiving. But on Monday, she and other students at Smith Valley School got a taste of what it takes to get the birds to the dinner plate.

Thanksgiving is serious business for students at the K-12 school located in Smith Valley, a rural, agricultural community that sits between Yerington and Gardnerville. For the past decade, the school’s students have been running a turkey farm where they raise and sell the birds for community members to eat for the holiday.

It’s that time of year again, the giving season! And nothing feels better than giving your time helping children in need.

Each year, Holiday with a Hero provides a shopping day for local children in need in which they’re paired up with a local Hero from law enforcement agencies, first responders, government agencies, and more.

Live Violence Free is bringing all of the holiday magic and cheer to Valhalla Tahoe with their inaugural Winter Fest.

Join in the fun and meet Santa and Holiday Princesses from Ever After Productions, indulge in some face painting, craft your own ornament, play festive games, sing some holiday karaoke, and hit the photo booth with family and friends.

The Carson River early Thanksgiving Day waking up to color and light

The Christmas season is upon us, during this season it is not uncommon for packages to go missing from your porch! The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office responds to calls for service every year as the Grinches known as “porch pirates” steal from our community. Here are ways that you can reduce the opportunity for the Grinches to steal your packages:

Jacqueline (Jackie) Estrada Diaz is all of the things one expects of high achievers – hardworking, exuberant, persistent, but somehow also she is so much more – resilient, compassionate, inventive, hilarious. Jackie is a firm advocate for newcomer English Language Learners, and as a first-generation student who has only lived in the U.S. for six years, she has first-hand knowledge of the barriers they face.

Small Business Saturday deals this holiday weekend in Carson City

The best way you can support your community as a whole is by keeping your money local, and there’s no better time than during Small Business Saturday!

There are a number of locally owned stores offering holiday sales and deals, check out our growing list before!

Hello Carson City! Let's take a look to see what the weekend has in store for us.

The Douglas County Community and Senior Center annual auction kicked off on Tuesday, November 21 and will continue through December 15. The Foundation Board has been working behind the scenes for months procuring incredible items and packages for bid, thanks to amazing donors.

The Hidden Treasures Gift Shop at Carson City Senior Center at 911 Beverly Drive is having a Holiday Craft Sale. Friday Dec. 1 and Saturday Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at the gift shop and the foyer of the Senior Center. This sale helps support seniors and the Meals on Wheels Program.

Minden Mill Distilling continues its living history presentations on Sunday, Nov. 26 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. This program is about Margret and James Reed, Those That Survived.

Local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff assume the characters of James Reed and his wife Margret, who were the original organizers of the infamous Donner Party of 1846.

The Friends in Serving Helping (FISH) annual Thanksgiving feast became a bit more special this year as members of the Carson High School Student Council gave up some of their holiday time to volunteer their services to serve those in the community who might otherwise not enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving spread.

Agriculture and art meet to showcase the region’s artisans and ag students at the 3rd Annual Ag & Artisan Holiday Faire Saturday, Dec. 2, at the historic Storke Dairy, 876C Centerville Lane in Gardnerville, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The event features exhibits and demonstrations from Douglas County 4-H, Grange and FFA students, an exhibit of antique farm implements found on the property during renovations and roping demonstrations. Santa makes an appearance between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for family selfies during the event.

Fresh Oregon grown Christmas trees are available beginning Friday, Nov. 24 through Dec. 23 in downtown Carson City and Gardnerville to support Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Hello fellow anglers. I hope you are enjoying time with friends and family over this Thanksgiving weekend. The seasons are changing and so are some fishing regulations in California.

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Thanksgiving morning rainbow along the Sierra foothills near Genoa.

Just because we haven’t gotten our first big snow doesn’t mean the holidays aren’t around the corner! There are a number of places you can meet Santa, and even Mrs. Claus, in the capital city this season, whether it be for family photos or meet and greets.

The impulse to shop on line is strong. You can do this 24/7 on the spur of the moment. But, can you touch the product and check out the quality? Will you be greeted with a smile?

Will you be supporting the local businesses so vital to the character of any community? Will you be supporting local job creation?

Sierra Nevada Realtors has announced the winners of the 2023 Sierra Nevada Realtors Awards. SNR is a realtor association serving six northern Nevada counties including Carson City, Washoe, Lyon, Storey, Churchill and Douglas counties.

Eighth grader Mackenzie Harper hadn’t realized all the work that goes into producing turkeys for Thanksgiving. But on Monday, she and other students at Smith Valley School got a taste of what it takes to get the birds to the dinner plate.

Nevada author and lecturer, Sandie La Nae, will be presenting a Powerpoint program titled, "The Origins Of Very Odd Holiday Traditions Plus Bizarre Trivia and Superstitions" at the Odeon Saloon in Dayton, Nev., for their "Odeon Oldies Talk Series."

Happy Wednesday Carson City, and say hello to Miles, our newest Pet of the Week.

Miles is a 7-year-old guy who has been in and out of the shelter this year. He is a sweet boy, who loves his toys and is often found with more than one in his mouth at a time!

MINDEN — The Douglas County Community and Senior Center annual auction kicked off on Tuesday, Nov. 21. The Foundation Board has been working behind the scenes for months procuring incredible items and packages for bid, thanks to amazing donors.

Happy (almost) Thanksgiving Carson City! Are you celebrating with friends, family, or on your own this year? For those who don't want to cook, or need a last-minute dinner, there are a number of restaurants and community events that will be serving up for Turkey Day this Thursday.

Did you know that Santa and Mrs. Claus had to apply for their jobs? Have you heard about the 12 Pains of Christmas? Plus there’s a whole new take on ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas that you didn’t expect.

A Carson City judge has struck down an effort from reproductive rights groups to place a question on the 2024 ballot that aimed to establish a state constitutional right to abortion.

It’s not what people want to think about right now, but you may have noticed an uptick in mask wearing in the community or, if you have a children, the fact that many of their friends are coming down with sicknesses.

That’s because, in addition to the typical upper respiratory illnesses going around in late fall and early winter, COVID is having a surge again.

UPDATE: Molly Otto of Carson City was the showcase winner on the Price is Right game show that aired Wednesday, taking home cash and prizes valued at $49,647.

A 32-year-old woman was arrested Monday for suspicion of misdemeanor tampering with a motor vehicle, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

According to a presentation given at the Carson City School Board meeting last week, the district’s graduation rates continue to slide in the post-pandemic years.

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