The Carson City Schools Foundation will host the CARSON 400, a stock car-style foot race for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, Wednesday, Oct. 7, at the Carson High School Sports Complex. Gates open at 5 p.m. with the Classic Car Exhibition in the north parking lot. Decorated cardboard cars for the Show and Shine competition will be on display just inside the main gate from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Firefighters have responded to a brush fire that erupted Sunday afternoon in the area of Spring Valley Road and US-395 in Douglas County. Reported at around 3:30 p.m. the fire is threatening homes in the Spring Valley and Pine Valley Road areas. Dispatch was advised to issue reverse 911 calls for evacuation. Highway 395 has been closed in both directions near the area of the fire.

In a social media post, the Carson City Sheriff's Office extended its congratulations to all of the K9 teams who competed in the 5th annual K9 Unit Challenge. The Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Team had a strong showing this year, earning: • Top Team • Top Dog • 1st Place – Patrol Deployment • 3rd Place – Narcotic Detection…

Continuing with the climate change observations I wrote about a couple of weeks ago, here it is October and still no freezes. Although we had one night of 37 degrees, followed by another at 38 degrees, most have been in the 40s to low 50s. JoAnne Skelly In fact, as I write this, it is supposed to reach 88 degrees today.

The Nevada State Railroad Museum, Carson City will celebrate the fall season with its annual Harvest Train on Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, featuring steam trainrides, a pumpkin patch, handcar rides, food trucks, games, and more. The two-day celebration will run from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, with steam train rides available from 10 a.m.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and Nevada Vocational Rehabilitation (VR Nevada) is reminding Nevadans that a wide range of free services are available to support employers and individuals with disabilities in preparing for, obtaining, and retaining meaningful employment. According to the most recent federal performance data from the U.S. Rehabilitation Services Administration (Program Year 2024), VR Nevada participants working after leaving the program had median quarterly earnings of $6,307, 18% higher than the national median for VR participants.

Carson City, Carson Valley and South Shore Lake Tahoe area casinos saw gaming generated revenue decreases in August, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board. Establishments in Carson City, Gardnerville, Minden and all other areas of Douglas County except for the lake saw its gaming revenue, also called "gaming win," down 3.56 percent compared to August 2025. Gambling revenue for August 2026 was $12,294,635 compared to $12,748,742 in August 2025.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Oct. 5-11, 2026. Closures and lane reductions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work. Go here to view a map of the road closures and lane restrictions happening this week. 7th Street between Stewart Street and Plaza Street will be closed from Monday through Sunday.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded early Saturday evening to a two vehicle accident in the 1300 block of East William. Reported to dispatch at 6 p.m. All occupants were out of the vehicles by the time CCFD arrived. Rescue crews are evaluating the occupants for injuries. Eastbound William Street is blocked between Roop and William. Traffic is being diverted around the accident scene. Motorists can expect delays.

The region's top K9 heroes representing law enforcement agencies from across the region showed off their skills and abilities with their handlers Saturday during the 5th annual Carson City K9 Unit Challenge at Fuji Park. More than 30 law enforcement K9 handlers and their four-legged partners competed in primary events across multiple disciplines, including narcotics detection, agility, obedience and patrol scenarios.

Firefighters responded Saturday afternoon to a vegetation fire off of US-395 near Topaz Lake south of Monitor Pass Hwy/CA-89 junction in Mono County. Agencies responding to the Slink Fire include East Fork Fire in Douglas County and the BLM. Additional resources have been requested by BLM Incident Command. There is also an air attack on the fire. As of 3 p.m.

Jump Around Carson (JAC), Carson City’s public transit system, will implement a minor change to Route 2A. The change will begin on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. As part of the adjustment, JAC will modify bus stop locations along Desatoya Drive and Butti Way. The changes include: Removal of one existing bus stop on Desatoya Drive (between Glacier Drive & Cascade Drive.)

Washoe County fire officials report progress was made overnight on the Bull Fire burning north of Verdi, west of Dog Valley and near the California-Nevada state line. The fire, which started Friday morning, is currently estimated at around 1,274 acres with 40 percent containment, according to Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District. An evacuation order remains in place, according to Watch Duty.

Two earthquakes happened Friday near the South Lake Tahoe area, with magnitudes of 3.7 and later 2.9, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. USGS reported an early Friday morning earthquake centered near South Lake Tahoe at around 3 a.m., prompting many South Shore residents to post on social media that they were jolted awake and felt (and heard) the earthquake.

Skywatchers will have a special reason to look up Saturday night (Oct. 3) when the Jack C. Davis Observatory (JCDO) at Western Nevada College hosts a free Star Party on the Carson City campus. The event will feature a presentation by JCDO Director and WNC Physics Professor Dr. Thomas Herring about Saturn and its upcoming opposition on Oct. 4. During opposition, Earth passes between the Sun and Saturn, placing the ringed planet opposite the Sun in the night sky and roughly 784 million miles away.

Chris Orr, Senior Producer of PBS Reno’s Wild Nevada program, will share behind-the-scenes stories from her two decades of exploring the Silver State with Leisure Hour Club members at their monthly dinner meeting on Thursday, Oct. 15. Orr is producer and host of the award-earning local PBS travel-adventure series that takes viewers throughout the Silver State discovering the unique people, hidden history, and breathtaking landscapes that define Nevada.

We are so excited for our 7th year of Silver State Pageants. All we need is you, and I want to tell you that the time is now! Our pageants are for all ages, all abilities, for women, men, girls and boys. No experience is needed; we will teach you what you need to know. 2027 National Miss Curvy & Sierra America Nationals will be held from March 13-14, 2027, in Carson City.

There’s been a lot of fuss this year about the decision to move Trick-or-Treating to Friday, October 30. The number of people questioning the decision makes it clear that many have forgotten the time-honored tradition of Double Halloween in Carson City. To newcomers, it must seem like an odd decision, but it is not a new one.  Up until the new millennium, trick-or-treating in Carson City fluctuated with the Nevada Day Parade.

When Brick Reboot opened one year ago in Carson City, they started small, tucked into an office-sized retail space on Fairview Drive. Since then, they've expanded twice, knocking down walls to accommodate their growing lego displays and, most recently, a brand new birthday-party space -- just in time for tomorrow's Brick Reboot One-year Anniversary Party. "Since we opened our doors, we went from 392 square feet to over 1,700, and we want to give back to the community," Addison Galloway, who co-owns the shop with wife Alison, said.

Fremont Elementary School teacher Erika Laycox has been awarded a $750 Back-to-School Supply Grant from the National Life Group LifeChanger of the Year Program, an initiative that addresses the challenges K-12 educators face in providing essential supplies for their students. Laycox, who has 14 years of teaching experience in a Title I school, focuses on creating an inclusive classroom where students feel safe, supported and ready to learn.

CHS Varsity Tennis qualified 12 players for the individual regional tennis championships.  Leading the way for the CHS team was Senior Lily Maguire who was awarded a top eight seeding and a first-round bye in the girl’s singles tournament.  The full list of CHS players qualifying for the individual regional championships are: Singles Players Lily Maguire Lainey Miller Cooper Castillo…

Nevada Day will add a new attraction for children and families this year with the debut of the Kids Market & Adventure Zone in downtown Carson City. The area will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 31 in the Third Street parking lot at 200 S. Curry St., just off the Nevada Day Parade route. Admission to the Kids Market will be free, with young entrepreneurs operating booths and selling their own products.

Oscar had a pretty tough start to life. A handsome little guy with a big personality, he is hoping that his luck will finally change. All he needs now is someone willing to give him the chance to prove what a wonderful cat he can be. Oscar is a little over two years old, a neutered male with a striking white-and-black coat.

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Happy spooky season, y’all! Every month, the Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, and exciting adventures. All programs are offered for free and take place in one of the many Carson City parks and open space areas. Online Registration is often required so Park Rangers have a proper head count. All programs are subject to cancellation due to Park Ranger availability; registered participants will be notified.

by Catrina Schambra The Carson Water Subconservancy District is now taking nominations for candidates to receive the 2027 Andy Aldax Award as described below: Award Purpose and Scope The CWSD Andy Aldax Award for Exemplary Service in Conservation and Protection of the Carson River Watershed was initiated in 2007 to honor Andy Aldax, a Carson Water Subconservancy District (CWSD) Board member since its inception in 1959 - 2013.

For immediate release: October 1, 2026 Fill a Truck Returns to Michael Hohl for Annual October Pet Food Drive Reno Corvettes Club Show N Shine set for Oct. 3 to support Feeding Pets of the Homeless [Carson City, Nev.] – October 1, 2026 – Michael Hohl Chevrolet GMC is once again partnering with Feeding Pets of the Homeless for its annual Fill a Truck pet food drive throughout October, inviting the Carson City community to help fill a showroom truck with pet food and supplies for pets belonging to people experiencing homelessness.

Last night, the Planning Commission unanimously approved two items -- with one Commissioner absent -- related to the ongoing Downtown City Hall and Parking Garage Project. Our previous coverage of the meeting: Before the items began, Community and Economic Development Director Hope Sullivan told commissioners her department has intentionally stayed out of discussions surrounding the city’s proposed downtown projects, including City Hall, because her department is acting as the regulator, not as the city property owner.

It was anticipated that items relating to the ongoing City Hall / downtown development projects would be the hot topic of the night at Wednesday's meeting of the Carson City Planning Commission. However, before those items could even begin, sparks flew after a Planning Commissioner said she received communication from the Carson City District Attorney's office only hours before the meeting stating she should recuse herself from discussions and voting or she could open herself up to be sued -- and have to defend herself personally.

Luke is a 7-year-old Husky Shepherd mix who has been at Nevada Humane Society since August 17 after being surrendered by his previous family due to a change in their living situation. Luke is described as a social, sweet and easygoing guy who is “calm for a Husky mix.” While he enjoys playing fetch, his favorite place to be is right beside you on the couch for some cuddles.

The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office continues zero-tolerance enforcement policy regarding violations of Nevada’s sex offender registration requirements. On September 29, 2026, three additional registered sex offenders were arrested in separate incidents across Lyon County after deputies determined they were not in compliance with their registration requirements. Western Command – Dayton On September 29, Western Command deputies contacted Jeffery Gunderson in Dayton regarding his sex offender registration status.

The Carson City School District is pleased to announce Donald Winne, a high-achieving senior at Carson High School (CHS), has been named a semifinalist in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program. As a qualified semifinalist, Winne will be notified in February 2027 whether he is a finalist for the scholarship. Winne is one of more than 16,000 semifinalists across the country vying for nearly 6,700 scholarships worth more than $24 million in funding offered next spring.

Carson City Sheriff’s Office’s Mobile Outreach Safety Team (MOST) has been operating as a wholly unique resource. While some specialized law enforcement teams are more straightforward — the Gang Unit tackles criminal activity of gangs, SWAT responds to high-risk crises involving armed suspects — MOST is an outlier. If you’ve heard of MOST, it’s likely in relation to their work responding to individuals experiencing mental health, substance abuse or suicidal crises.

A 27-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of misdemeanor domestic battery after dispatch received an anonymous call saying they had heard yelling and banging coming from a residence, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report. Deputies responded to the 2900 block of Century Drive for a welfare check. Deputies arrived and made contact with a woman who advised there had been an altercation earlier between herself and her fiancé, the report states.

Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) invites the job hunters to attend its Fall Community Job Fair on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026. The fair takes place from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the large gym at the Carson City Community Center. Local job seekers can drop in to connect with top employers from a variety of fields. Help for Job Seekers…

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded Wednesday morning to a head-on crash involving a semi and a pickup on Arrowhead Drive and Lamotte. Just before 10 a.m. emergency crews responded for the collision said to involve a vehicle and a semi with at least two people were being treated for injuries. Convair Street, Arrowhead and Lamotte streets have been closed around the accident scene.

Four-legged heroes representing law enforcement agencies from throughout the region will compete this Saturday, Oct. 3 at the 5th annual Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Challenge held at Fuji Park. The K9 Challenge gives the community a unique opportunity to see the dedication, discipline and teamwork between law enforcement officers and their K9 partners from around the region. All are welcome to the free community event, which features more than 30 law enforcement K9 handlers and their four-legged partners competing in primary events such as scenario apprehension, odor detection and agility along an obstacle course.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Wednesday morning to a vehicle accident involving a pedestrian in the area of North Carson Street and Arrowhead. Called into dispatch at around 8:28 a.m. the adult male pedestrian was reportedly conscious and alert with scrapes to the knee, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office deputy arriving on scene. CCFD is checking on the injuries and determining transport.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded Wednesday morning to a vehicle accident at North Carson Street and Nye Lane. The collision, reported at around 7:50 a.m., involves three vehicles, with minor to moderate damage. Carson City Fire Department personnel are checking for injuries. Motorists can expect delays.

Nevada Day Inc. is calling on Nevada's most creative pumpkin artists to show off their skills at the Pumpkin Decorating & Carving Contest on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, part of the Nevada Day celebration in Carson City. The contest ties in with this year's parade theme, "Pumpkins, Pioneers & Tall Tales." Entrants will show their work to thousands of spectators celebrating Nevada's birthday.

History and health talks, discussions on birds and conservation, a memoir writing workshop, artist reception and more are lined up in October at the Carson City Senior Center, making it a busy month ahead. Be sure to check out the newsletter, activity calendar and menu below. Here's what's happening: History Program: Soiled Doves of the Silver State Explore the complex and often controversial history of legalized prostitution in Nevada — a subject woven deeply into the state’s social and economic fabric on Tuesday, Oct.

Carson Now reader Bob Custer Wilkie provided this photo (unknown when it was taken) as fall colors begin to show around the capital city. He writes: "Almost every year, Mountain Street in Carson City, has spectacular Fall colors. This photograph is of the 400 block of Mountain Street, just south of the Nevada Governor's Mansion." This photo was submitted by a Carson Now reader.

Tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 beginning at 4 p.m., the Carson City Planning Commission will discuss a number of development projects including the ongoing Parking Garage project that is proposed to serve the similarly proposed City Hall. Parking Garage To be heard after 5 p.m. due to increased public interest. Multiple items are on the agenda relating to the Parking Garage / City Hall project: the garage itself, which includes an exception from downtown design standards, use of the garage to satisfy parking requirements for the future City Hall / office building and hotel-conference-center parcels around it, as well as a street abandonment request relinquishing a number of city-owned streets to the developers in preparation for the larger development project.

The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office has made two additional arrests of registered sex offenders for failing to comply with their statutory registration requirements. On Sept. 25, 2026, Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Western Command deputies arrested Richard Baker of Dayton. Baker is a Tier III registered sex offender and failed to complete his required registration as required under Nevada law. Baker was arrested for a felony violation of NRS 179D.550 and transported and booked into the Lyon County Jail.

Nevada Health Centers’ Mammovan returns to Carson City this Wednesday and in Northern Nevada in October to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month, giving women access to critically important screenings with affordable exams. Celebrating its 25th year, the Mammovan continually travels the state, stopping in communities to accommodate women who are due for a mammography screening. The Mammovan will be in Carson City at the Sierra Nevada Health Center, 3325 Research Way on Wednesday, Sept.

Good day, star seekers. The week begins just after Mars leaves the uneasy waters of Cancer for Leo, giving action a louder, prouder and more direct quality than we have seen in recent weeks. Wednesday, Mercury leaves diplomatic Libra for Scorpio, and conversations begin digging beneath polite explanations toward motives, money, trust and whatever has been left conveniently unsaid. Friday brings friction between Mercury and Mars, making sharp words particularly easy to reach for and considerably harder to retrieve.

Here are the recent births that occurred at Carson Tahoe Hospital between Sept. 21 and Sept. 27, 2026.  Congratulations to the families from Carson Now! Nathan Warren Dennis, a baby boy, was born Sept. 23, 2026 to Marisa Dennis and Daniel Dennis of Carson City. Ainara Pacheco Ortiz, a baby girl, was born Sept. 24, 2026 to Damaris Ortiz Sandoval and Luis Pacheco Montejano of Carson City.

The Carson City Coroner's Office has identified the woman who died in a structure that happened Friday at a home in the 1500 block of Rolling Hills Way. The deceased woman has been identified as Sandra Denise Marshall, 75, who lived at the residence. Marshall was found within the structure when the fire was extinguished. Final autopsy findings are pending.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded Monday afternoon to a structure fire in the 1200 block of Beverly Drive. Reported just before 3 p.m. dispatch advises the reporting party stated the home is on fire and that dogs were inside. The reporting party said that a man was attempting to go inside the home to retrieve the dogs.

A couple was arrested Saturday for suspicion of child endangerment and drug offenses after they were found inside the home of an acquaintance who didn't know they were there, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report. During the investigation, drugs and paraphernalia were located within reach of their two children, with the couple admitting the children were nearby when drugs were used, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.