In collaboration with Chartwells, the Carson City School District foodservice partner, Culinary Arts students from Ms. Tammy Borreman’s class at Carson Middle School competed in a “Discovery Kitchen Cook Off.” Similar to a mini version of the Food Network’s Iron Chef, the timed cooking competition featured teams of three students who prepared succulent dishes for a judging panel.
Shoe Tree Brewing, with locations in Carson City and Minden, was recently awarded a Silver Award in the 2024 World Beer Cup, the most prestigious beer competition in the world.
One month after Nevada DMV officials said that the long-awaited project to upgrade the agency’s antiquated computer systems was on track and within budget, the agency now says the plan will likely take three more fiscal years and cost $300 million more than originally anticipated.
CARSON CITY — Since the early 1980s, May has held special significance in Nevada as a month dedicated to honoring and celebrating the state's rich history through historic preservation and archaeology.
Carson City Fire Department and multiple agencies will host Tuesday the 2nd annual wildfire education and preparedness workshop for the community Tuesday, April 30.
Carson City is a Bee City USA affiliate, the first in the state of Nevada. Bee Cities are a part of The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation. "Bee City USA’s mission is to galvanize communities to sustain pollinators by providing them with healthy habitat, rich in a variety of native plants and free to nearly free of pesticides.”
Six local bowlers were inducted in the third class of the Carson Country Bowling Association Hall of Fame at their annual meeting on Saturday, April 27, at HomeGrown Bowl. Carson Country is the local association of the U.S. Bowling Congress.
Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space will hold a "Sheep Talk" this Monday, April 29 from noon to 1 p.m. so residents can learn from Carson City staff about the popular fuel reduction program used annually with the use of "firefighting" sheep.
Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of April 29 through May 5, 2024. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Camp GOTR (Girls on the Run) is coming to Carson City for the second year in a row! Camp GOTR will be a week-long, half-day summer camp from 8 AM- 12 PM at the Carson City Community Center the week of August 5th- August 9th.
Girls on the Run Sierras is a character-building program for girls in 3rd through 8th grade operating in the Reno-Tahoe area.
The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
For many students at Carson High, Monica Weaver serves as a counselor who is dedicated to helping students navigate the challenges that could alter one’s four years of high school. But in the spring, Weaver also stands poolside, coaching the Senators swim team.
Meet Ricky and Reba, a sweet bonded pair who are waiting for their forever home. Sometimes bad things happen to good cats. Nobody knows this better than Ricky and Reba. Approximately 3 years old, they were abandoned when their owner moved, leaving them to fend for themselves on the streets of Reno. It wasn’t easy.
The 120 pounds of litter collected during the inaugural Shoreline Sweep Volunteer Cleanup at Sand Harbor State Park will be used in an innovative art installation in the park's visitor center.
Over 80 dedicated volunteers joined forces to comb the park's picturesque shores on Monday, April 22, 2024.
Warmer weather is upon us – finally – which also means so is the ever popular and very educational ComputerCorps TechCamp Summer Series! Yes, summer is just a few months off and ComputerCorps TechCamp 2K24 is now accepting applicants.
On April 24, 2024, at approximately 4:48 a.m., the Nevada State Police responded to a crash at the location of IR580 southbound near mile marker CC01 in Carson City, Nevada. (Near the Snyder Ave. overpass).
Each year, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office hosts an open house event as a way to connect families, deputies, non-profits and more. This year the event takes place May 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Douglas County officials have announced that construction will begin soon on the first phase of the Muller Parkway Project. The project aims to alleviate traffic congestion in Minden and Gardnerville, offering an alternative route to the main U.S. Route 395 through town. The decision comes as the County moves to fill its requirement to construct 2.4 miles of two-lane road by 2025.
Carson High School is pleased to announce Katarina Klatt and Brynn Russell will carry their academic and athletic talents on to the next level with Division 1 Scholarships. A short signing ceremony was held at the Carson Aquatic Center Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is moving forward with its plan to transfer certain mail processing operations from Reno to Sacramento, a change that has drawn bipartisan opposition among Nevada elected officials over its potential impact on the region’s economy and fears that it would slow the processing of ma
A 32-year-old Silver Springs man was arrested Wednesday and booked for charges associated to a fentanyl drug overdose in December 2023, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.
The Division of Child and Family Services, Nevada’s Department of Health and Human Services, invites the community to participate in the 2nd annual “Walk Us Home” 5K for Foster Homes on Saturday, April 27, 2024 in Carson City.
The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office has identified two Carson City residents who died in a wrong way crash early Wednesday morning in Carson City.
Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week introduces, Shrek. While he may not hail from a swamp, this lovable pup is as big-hearted as they come, searching for his forever family.
The Lyon County Nevada Republican Youth Program is holding its first meeting. Friday, May 24th, 3:30 PM at the Dayton Valley Library. 321 Old Dayton Valley Road, Dayton, NV 89403. During this meeting, we will be going over what the program is about, summer plans, and how the program ties to the 2024 general election.
Get ready to rewind to the raddest decade of all time and party like it's the '80s all over again! New Wave Crave, the ultimate 80s band, is hitting the stage at Max Casino in Carson City on Friday, May 24th at 8 PM!
You're invited to an epic 80s Party to kick off Memorial Weekend in style! Break out your leg warmers, neon colors, and hairspray because we're throwing it back to the era of big hair, boom boxes, and totally tubular tunes!
Date: Friday, May 24, 2024
Time: 8pm
Location: Max Casino, Carson City
Dress Code: 80s Fashion (think Madonna, Michael Jackson, and Miami Vice!)
The Moving Wall, a half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., will visit Douglas County for the second time this spring. The Moving Wall, which has been viewed around the country since 1984, will will be in Minden for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
The Wall will be free to view for the duration of its display at the Eastside Memorial Park, 1600 Buckeye Rd, Minden from May 23-28, 2024. The building of the wall began at 10 a.m. Thursday.
In the Truckee Community Recreation Center, Heather and Michael Llewellyn hosted an extensive exhibition about the health of our forests in "FOREST FIRE." In this video, they give us a tour of the show and include vital information about our forests and adjacent ecosystems.
On Friday, Carson City Supervisors will be discussing potential salary increases for classified and unclassified city workers. The meeting takes place beginning at 8 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William St.
The raises are a part of the planned 2025 city budget, which was first approved in April.
Bowers Mansion Programs on the Porch program begins in May with this year's theme is "Variety Edition." Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy this free series in front of the historic Bowers Mansion. Fridays from 7 to 8 p.m., May 17 through June 21.
Love to sing? Start your Memorial Day Weekend off right! Come to the Polecat Karaoke Night on Friday, May 24th beginning at 7pm. 100's of songs to choose from.
Carson High Speech and Debate will be hosting the inaugural Carson High Show and Shine car show Saturday May 25th in the north parking lot of CHS from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Anyone with a classic or cool car can enter their vehicle in the event for $25.
Awards will be given for the top 10 entrees. See the attached flyer or you can register day of. Anyone can come check out the cars free of charge.
There will be raffle prizes, face painting for the kids, and food trucks on site.
The Moving Wall, a half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., will visit Douglas County for the second time this spring. The Moving Wall, which has been viewed around the country since 1984, will will be in Minden for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
The Wall will be free to view for the duration of its display at the Eastside Memorial Park, 1600 Buckeye Rd, Minden from May 23-28, 2024. The building of the wall began at 10 a.m. Thursday.
The "On the Map" exhibition features work by Jon Farber and Catherine Schmid-Maybach, two artists who show viewers creative possibilities for finding their way.
You are the presenter at this Build2Win workshop. Come and share your ideas, thoughts, complaints and concerns.
Be your own advocate on topics that interests you most.
Standup comedy funnyman Sean Peabody, who starred in Casino Boss that was filmed at the Carson Nugget, will appear this Saturday night with two shows, 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Carson Nugget Grand Showroom in Carson City.
Polecat Tavern in Carson City will feature up and coming country western performer Carson Chandler on Saturday evening, May 25th, beginning at 7 p.m. Carson is a popular entertainer in Virginia City and is currently working on his first album.
The Moving Wall, a half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., will visit Douglas County for the second time this spring. The Moving Wall, which has been viewed around the country since 1984, will will be in Minden for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
The Wall will be free to view for the duration of its display at the Eastside Memorial Park, 1600 Buckeye Rd, Minden from May 23-28, 2024. The building of the wall began at 10 a.m. Thursday.
For Capital City Arts Initiative’ exhibition, "NAA Invitational", the Nevada Artists Association shared art by 25 member artists who present a wide array of images and visions in their work.
On Sunday, May 26, 2024, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City, NV will host a Memorial Day Fun Shoot from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Target fees will be discounted with a limit of 400 targets per person. The Club is a shotgun only facility, offering Trap, Skeet, 5-Stand, and Sporting Clays. The Club is located at 3590 Arrowhead Drive. For more information call (775) 882-9904. Everyone is invited to come!
The Nevada State Prison Preservation Society is once again offering tours to the community beginning in May and continuing through the month of October.
The Moving Wall, a half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., will visit Douglas County for the second time this spring. The Moving Wall, which has been viewed around the country since 1984, will will be in Minden for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
The Wall will be free to view for the duration of its display at the Eastside Memorial Park, 1600 Buckeye Rd, Minden from May 23-28, 2024. The building of the wall began at 10 a.m. Thursday.
Repeats every week every Monday until Wed Jul 31 2024 .
April 15, 2024 - 7:00pm
DJ Trivia is every Monday at the Homegrown Bar. Check in is at 7PM and the game starts at 7:30 PM! Join us for some friendly competition, good food, and drinks while earning points and win prizes.
Are you an avid hiker? An adventure enthusiast? Or, like Forrest Gump, do you just enjoy traversing thousands of miles to clear your head?
Visit Carson City is offering $5,000 to an adventurer willing to complete the Carson City to Canada Quest, a 1,600 mile hike that begins in Carson City, connects to the Pacific Coast Trail by way of the Capitol to Tahoe Trail, and through to Canada.
CARSON CITY, NV - Resume Workshop. This Resume Workshop will teach you how to prepare a resume that reflects your skills, knowledge, and education! Join us on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, from 10am-11am at the EmployNV Career Hub, 1929 N. Carson St., Carson City, NV. Walk-ins welcome! For more information, call 775-684-0400.
Clear Creek Bowmen will be hosting Tuesday Night Shoots from now until August at the Carson City Archery Range, located (just East of Eagle Valley Golf Course.
The Rising Suns is a Carson City area men’s circle. We gather weekly to share our life stories, challenges, dramas, and traumas in a supportive and judgment-free space. This is authentic men’s work in which we learn to accept ourselves fully.
In this class you’ll learn about problem-solving through art, as well as how to draw with instructor Kaleb Wyckoff. Whether you can sketch a stick figure or a portrait, this class is for you! All skill levels are welcome. Every class is different and designed to strive for accessibility. Classes take place every other week and focus on stand alone lessons, meaning you can join at anytime without being behind.
Miller Counseling is partnering with Douglas Center for Hope and Healing to offer grief support groups to Carson City and the surrounding rural communities Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m.
The Miller Counseling and Wellness Center is located at 104 W. Telegraph St. in Carson City.
The Center for Hope and Healing has been providing grief support to Douglas County for the last 10 years. The goal of building this partnership is to make the free support groups available and easier to access to more members of the Northern Nevada community.
In recognition of Historic Preservation and Archeological Awareness Month, the City’s Historic Resources Commission has organized the 2024 Scavenger Hunt.
The "On the Map" exhibition features work by Jon Farber and Catherine Schmid-Maybach, two artists who show viewers creative possibilities for finding their way.