V&T Railway begins 'rail bike' tours through Carson River canyon starting in August (2024)

Mobile dental care to make stops at Carson City schools

- Wednesday, April 3, 2024 - 5:59pm

Finding affordable dental care for children can be a challenge. To help with this, the Nevada Health Centers Mobile Dental Services program will be visiting Carson City next week with stops at Empire Elementary and Carson High.

Comprehensive tree inventory underway at Capitol to preserve state’s past, plan for future

The State Public Works Division announced the launch of a comprehensive tree inventory project on the capitol grounds in Carson City that began March 25.

Carson City Schools Foundation awards $8,530 in grants to support students, educators

The Carson City School District, on behalf of the Carson City Schools Foundation, is pleased to announce mini and department grant winners for Spring 2024. Each semester, the foundation gives back to educators and students alike. This last semester, CCSF awarded a total of $8,530 in mini-grants as well as grants for a department, school or grade-level projects.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Smokey

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City branch Pet of the Week is Smokey, a lovable and sociable 6-year-old male dog who adores spending time outdoors, whether it’s going for walks or playing in the yard.

Become part of In-N-Out’s ‘Cover to Cover Club’ at the Carson City Library

Registration underway for May 4 Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit golf tourney at Silver Oak

Announcements - Wednesday, April 3, 2024 - 11:26am

Registration is underway for the inaugural Carson City Sheriff's Office K9 Unit golf tournament happening May 4 at the Silver Oak Golf Course in Carson City.

Carson City sheriff's detective: Two identified, one arrested in business burglaries

One of two suspects has been arrested in a case involving a series of commercial burglaries in March on East William Street, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office detective.

Burlington in south Carson City to close, employees 'provided opportunities' at other stores

South Lake Tahoe fishing and boat charters in search of public piers ask city for help

Piers and docks around Lake Tahoe are a precious commodity, and many local fishing and boating businesses are trying to find new, and more economical, ways for their customers to board their vessels.

The Carson City Leisure Hour Club continues its 127th year with a presentation by Donna Inversin, President and Founding Board Member of the Historic Virginia & Truckee Trail. At a club dinner meeting on Thursday, April 18, Ms. Inversin will describe the nonprofit’s effort to find remaining sections of old rail beds and stitch them together to build an 80-mile Rail-Trail.

Walk Us Home 5K: Carson City 5K to support foster kids

The Division of Child and Family Services, Nevada’s Department of Health and Human Services, invites the community to participate in the second annual Walk Us Home 5K for Foster Homes on April 27 in Carson City.

Dayton Community Invited to Learn About Youth Vaping and How to Prevent It

- Tuesday, April 2, 2024 - 9:22pm

DAYTON — Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties will offer a free information night for parents and other community members on the health risks of youth vaping, strategies for preventing vaping and ways to support youth in leading healthy lives.

Carson City seeks donations for 2024 Kids to Parks Day

Announcements - Tuesday, April 2, 2024 - 5:31pm

Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play promoted by the National Parks Trust. This year, the event will be hosted on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Mills Park. Kids to Parks Day will include many outdoor activities for kids and families including the third annual Jr Park Ranger Olympics. There will also be food and music!

Carson Tahoe Hospital Auxiliary Wine Tasting

Announcements - Tuesday, April 2, 2024 - 4:50pm

Carson Tahoe Hospital Auxiliary is holding a wine tasting event on Friday, April 26, 2024 at 5:00PM at Mayer Family Wines, 408 No Carson St., Carson City. Ticket are $40 per person and includes wine tasting and a charcuterie board.

Capitol City Gun Club spring leagues kick off Wednesday

This week marks the beginning of Capitol City Gun Club’s Spring Trap, 5-Stand and Sporting Clays leagues. The Sporting Clays league begins on Wednesday, April 3 at 3 pm.

Changes coming to Nevada’s minimum wage, overtime

Changes in Nevada’s minimum wage will begin July 1, with the third and final incremental increase to bring the state's minimum wages to $12 an hour, the Nevada Office of the Labor Commissioner announced Tuesday.

Carson City teacher cuts hair in heartwarming gesture for children with cancer

When Eagle Valley Middle School English Teacher Michaela Filocamo learned her 5-year-old nephew was diagnosed with Leukemia, she felt impressed to make a bold statement in his name to honor and support him and other children battling cancer by donating her hair and funds raised (by her students, families and school colleagues) to the Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation. In total, $1,520.50 was raised.

UPDATE: Suspect in alleged road rage incident identified, interviewed by Carson City detectives

UPDATE: Based on numerous tips from the public, the suspect in an alleged March 21 road rage incident was identified. The suspect was interviewed by Carson City Sheriff's Office detectives Tuesday. Detectives served a search warrant of his residence. The case remains under investigation and will be submitted to the Carson City District Attorney's Office.
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The Carson City Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help identifying a suspect involved in an alleged assault with a deadly weapon incident last month where a firearm was pointed during a road rage incident

Applicant of Remedy’s Bar appeals liquor license denial due to alleged ties to motorcycle club

Family-friendly events in Carson City for the first week of April

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around the capital city.

Nevada State Police, law enforcement statewide step up distracted driver patrol efforts

The Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol Division will be joining forces with participating law enforcement agencies statewide for a Joining Forces Distracted Driver Campaign. The campaign takes place from now through April 20, 2024.

UNR Wolfpack Football hosts community scrimmage this Saturday at Carson High

On Saturday, April 6, starting at 10 am, the community of Carson City is presented with a unique opportunity as the University of Nevada, Reno football team plans to host a public scrimmage at Carson High School. This event highlights UNR’s head coach, Jeff Choate's, commitment to fostering a strong bond between the team and the wider community.

Carson City Public Works annual spring flushing program underway

Water main flushing began Monday and will continue through April 30, 2024. The Carson City Water Division will be starting up and testing wells in anticipation of increased water demand.

What was really going on at those Nevada divorce ranches? Writers to unravel

Arts and Entertainment - Monday, April 1, 2024 - 5:21pm

Reno’s notorious mid-century divorce ranches are back in the spotlight. The Nevada Historical Society will present What Was Really Going On At Those Nevada Divorce Ranches? Fact and Fiction next month as part of its popular Writer’s Wednesday series.

Six arrested in Douglas County sheriff's undercover operation targeting human trafficking

Six men were arrested in an undercover operation targeting alleged human trafficking and other sex crimes in the Stateline area at Lake Tahoe, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

Carson City 'Masterclass for Master Plans' to feature mayor on KNVC community radio Friday

The Carson City Master Plan is a comprehensive document involving the establishment of long-term goals for the greater Carson City community.

Teacher, author share bilingual children’s book during Carson City schools reading week

Several classrooms at Empire and Fritsch Elementary Schools were captivated during Reading Week with virtual presentations by Nicholis Solis, an esteemed elementary school teacher and author of the latest children’s book, “My Town Mi Pueblo” (2022). The Carson City students were able to interact via Zoom during various presentations.

Spring is in the air and trees around Carson City

Although the weekend snow in Carson City belies the fact that spring has sprung, this male Cooper's Hawk is bedecked in his best breeding plumage! He's on the lookout for the gal of his dreams: the female of his species that has also been soaring around our yard in search of cottontails and small birds.

Nevada State Fire Marshal Mike Dzyak to speak Tuesday at Carson City Rotary, public invited

Mike Dzyak, Nevada State Fire Marshal, will be the featured speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting on Tuesday, April 2. The public is invited to attend. Dzyak will discuss the Fire Marshal’s role within the Nevada Department of Public Safety.

Carson City deputies make arrests over weekend for obstruction, drugs and DUI

A 29-year-old Mound House woman was arrested Friday for alleged misdemeanor obstruction, a criminal contempt warrant and other offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.