Butterfly garden activity, birdwatching walk featured events in June at Dayton State Park
Outdoors - Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 2:02pm
Nevada State Parks
June events at Dayton State Park include a Butterfly Garden Activity and a birdwatching walk.
Sierra fishing report: Free day for anglers across Silver State, plus kids fishing day big catch winners
Outdoors - Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 11:11am
By Doug Busey
Hello fellow anglers. I wanted to thank all of the committee members, the volunteers and our great community that gave so much, to make the 31st annual Douglas County Kids Fishing Day a huge success last weekend.
Carson Farmers Market Kickoff begins Saturday, continues weekly through September
Community - Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 8:25am
By Breana Coons
Experience Carson City's only farmers market, open every Saturday — rain or shine — from June 8 to Sept. 28, 2024, at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion, Mills Park, Carson City.
Carson City man arrested on child p*rnography charges
News - Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 7:45am
A 67-year-old man was arrested Thursday for felony charges related to possession of child p*rnography, according to the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
Tom Gilbertson 'Recent Works' exhibition featured at Carson City courthouse
Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 7:25am
by Sharon Rosse
In his paintings, Tom Gilbertson creates a visual imbalance between the central floral image and the industrial overlays. The Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Recent Works", presents work by Gilbertson at the Courthouse Gallery. The exhibition began June 5 and runs through Sept. 26, 2024.
Carson City Library’s themed ‘Travel Through Time,’ Summer Reading Challenge kickoff party happening today
Community - Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 10:42am
Carson City Library
It’s time to get reading with the Carson City Library’s Summer Reading Challenge kicking off Saturday, June 8 from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Carson City Library, located at 900 N. Roop St. in Carson City.
The theme, “Travel Through Time,” encourages participants to embark on a literary adventure by logging reading hours and following along through different eras with a host of exciting events and activities scheduled. The challenge is open to all ages, from children to adults.
Donovan Blacksmithing class happening June 15 in Silver City
Community - Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 6:46am
Have you ever wanted to learn the old art of blacksmithing? Early smiths made wagon parts, handmade tools, shaped ornamental pieces, horseshoes, hinges and just about anything to having to do with working metal into a desired shape or purpose.
Fun for kids and teens: Youth sports, agriculture, fundraising and more all summer long in Carson City
Community - Sunday, June 9, 2024 - 9:17am
Carson City School District
The Carson City School District provided the following list of community activities for or in support of youth organizations throughout the summer.
Fourth of July celebration coming to Fourth Ward School in Virginia City
Arts and Entertainment - Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 6:36am
Fourth Ward School Museum
Celebrate the Fourth of July at the Fourth Ward. Experience spectacular views of the official Virginia City fireworks show from our beautiful historic balcony and attic. This rare opportunity to sit on our balcony or look out our fourth-story windows will create memories for years to come. These areas are usually not open to the public.
Several Carson City playgrounds are closed due to vandalism, damage; long repair times prove challenging
Community - Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 6:48am
by Kelsey Penrose
For a smaller sized city, Carson City’s 18 playgrounds offers a lot of places to play for local children.
However, due to vandalism and damages, around 40 percent of these playgrounds are or were recently out of commission.
Coffee with Supervisor Lisa Schuette held June 12 at Cracker Box
Announcements - Friday, June 7, 2024 - 4:33pm
Lisa Schuette
Supervisor Lisa Schuette will be hosting the monthly Coffee with Lisa on June 12 from 7 to 8:30 am at The Cracker Box, 402 E. Williams St.
All are invited to share ideas and discuss items of interest!
History Presentation, ‘Reflections of Bonanza’ at Minden Mill Distilling June 9
Arts and Entertainment - Friday, June 7, 2024 - 3:41pm
By Minden Mill Distilling
Ride with us back to those golden days of yesteryear when Ben, Adam, Hoss and Little Joe stood for honesty, decency, and owned about 1/3 of the Lake Tahoe Basin (at least on their television program).
Jersey Mike’s Subs to open in Carson City June 12
Business - Friday, June 7, 2024 - 1:44pm
Christine van Moorsel
Jersey Mike’s Subs, known for its fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs, will open at 956 Topsy Lane in Carson City on June 12.
Travis and Jason Kelce headed to Lake Tahoe for American Century Championship
Community - Friday, June 7, 2024 - 12:26pm
Paula Peterson, South Tahoe Now
Travis Kelce will be returning for his sixth consecutive appearance at the American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe, and joining him for the first time is his brother, Jason Kelce.
A note to Swifties - Taylor is on tour during the week of the tournament, with tour dates in Zürich and Milan.
Tahoe Firefighters tackle brush fire Thursday, remind community recreational burning is prohibited
News - Friday, June 7, 2024 - 12:08pm
North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District
The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District tackled a brush fire Thursday and wants to remind the community burning recreational fires is now prohibited the summer:
We assisted North Tahoe Fire with extinguishing a 1/8 acre brush fire yesterday near Beaver Street, Kings Beach, CA.
Thank you C100 and B12 for your quick response and action.
Mrs. Carson City America competes Saturday for the title of Mrs. Nevada America
Community - Friday, June 7, 2024 - 9:46am
Press Release
Mrs. Carson City America, Kassandra Tapia, is set to grace the stage of the Mrs. Nevada America Pageant this Sunday, June 9th at 6:00PM, in Las Vegas, NV. She is proudly representing the Capital City, and she aims to not only showcase her poise and grace but also advocate for her platform, Cycle Breakers.
TAMBA to Host 12th Annual Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival
Outdoors - Friday, June 7, 2024 - 8:03am
Beca Martland, TAMBA Operations Manager
The Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA), in conjunction with The Divided Sky and South Lake Brewing Company, is hosting the 12th annual Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival on Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23, 2024.
11th Annual Keep Tahoe Red, White and Blue Beach Cleanup returns July 5
Community - Thursday, June 6, 2024 - 2:02pm
Keep Tahoe Blue
After Tahoe’s celebrated July 4 festivities, our beaches and surrounding areas can become covered with trash, endangering wildlife and the Lake’s clarity.
Carson City Supervisors hear update on mercury contamination, superfund site
News - Thursday, June 6, 2024 - 11:25am
by Kelsey Penrose
Carson City Supervisors heard an update from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Thursday regarding the mercury contamination superfund site along the Carson River.
Sierra Nevada Realtors host Golf Tournament June 14 to benefit Northern Nevada high school graduates
Community - Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 9:13am
Press Release
Sierra Nevada REALTORS is hosting their 21st Annual Alyce McCracken Golf Tournament at the Toiyabe Golf Course on June 14 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsorships and team sign-ups are currently available, with proceeds from the event supporting scholarships for high school graduates in the six counties SNR members work and live in Northern Nevada.
Pioneer students highlighted at J4NG Career Development Conference
Community - Thursday, June 6, 2024 - 10:34am
Carson City School District
Pioneer Academy’s Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (J4NG) teacher Mrs. Laura Gardner took two students to participate with more than 160 other students from across the state of Nevada in the conference in Las Vegas.
Saturday Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast benefits Carson City Library childrens programs
Community - Thursday, June 6, 2024 - 9:08am
Carson City Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
Carson City Kiwanis is hosting a pancake breakfast at the Carson City Library to help kick-off the Summer Reading program.
Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Puppies of the Week: Phoebe and Blanche
Community - Thursday, June 6, 2024 - 8:06am
Nevada Humane Society
Our Pets of the Week are Phoebe and Blanche! Meet Phoebe and Blanche, two adorable 2-month-old puppies looking for their own loving homes!
Carson City emergency crews respond to vehicle crash on Highway 50 East near landfill
News - Thursday, June 6, 2024 - 7:18am
Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Thursday morning to a rollover crash in the area of Highway 50 East near the landfill between Drako Way and Flint Road.
Capitol Plaza Trees project seeks public comment, plus ‘My Capitol Grounds Story’ sought from visitors
News - Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - 5:06pm
Capitol Plaza Trees Project
The Capitol Plaza Trees project team from Wood Rodgers, Inc. is seeking public comment, suggestions or concerns regarding the tree inventory project or the Capitol grounds in general.
Carson City Fire Department extinguish small pit fire near Long and Saliman
News - Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - 3:52pm
Carson City Fire Department knocked down a small fire in a pit Wednesday afternoon in the area of East Long Street and North Saliman Road.
Carson City mayor, community partners deliver bikes, airpods and cash for student attendance
News - Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - 3:17pm
Carson City School District
Every day counts in a child’s education and School Attendance Matters. Chronic absenteeism has been defined as missing at least 10 percent of days in a school year for any reason, including excused and unexcused absences.
The Carson City School District has hovered around 25% chronic absenteeism. While most schools in the district don’t average as high as the overall rate, hearing about the alarming statistic has motivated a few community partners including Mayor Lori Bagwell.
114th annual Carson Valley Days runs Thursday through Sunday in Douglas County
Community - Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - 1:55pm
by Kelsey Penrose
Carson Valley Days is back this week beginning Thursday in Douglas County.
The annual event is on its 114th year, and is hosted by the Carson Valley Active 20-30 Club. This year’s theme is “MCV: Music in Carson Valley.”
Carson City area weather: Heat Advisory issued for much of Western Nevada
News - Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - 12:10pm
While we're in late spring, temperatures Wednesday and Thursday will feel more like a summer heat wave, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Heat Advisory for the Carson City area and throughout western Nevada.
Douglas School Board controversies: Joey Gilbert tweeting during meetings, a trustee criticized for using 'r' slur
News - Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - 5:32pm
by Kelsey Penrose
More controversies are coming out of the May 21 Douglas County School Board and this time one of the issues isn’t what’s happening at the meetings, but rather, what isn’t.
Attendees of the meetings have pointed out that the board’s attorney, Joey Gilbert, spends time on his phone during the school board meetings during which he is paid $325 an hour.
