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Sunday, April 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Carson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Carson City Park Rangers are offering free outdoor programs in April, including a Pink Full Moon Hike on April 12 at 8:00PM at Centennial Park’s Wild Horse Trail—attendees must wear closed-toed shoes and minors must be accompanied by an adult. A Bird Walk on April 27 at 8:30AM at Carson River Park will also take place—participants need to register online and follow event guidelines. CarsonNow
ACTIVE NEWS
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CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At its dinner meeting on April 17, the Carson City Leisure Hour Club will host Dr. Josh Bonde (director at the Nevada State Museum) to discuss his work on Nevada’s first uniquely identified dinosaur (a small, two-legged plant eater) Nevadadromeus schmitti. Founded in 1896, the club continues to hold events that help residents learn about Nevada’s past. CarsonNow
- ➤ The Carson City Historical Society and Brewery Arts Center will present an encore of Jed Block’s acclaimed lecture, Carson City: Then & Now, on Sunday, April 27 at 1:00 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom at 449 W. King St—tickets cost $15—and Block will share his 20 years of local history research. CarsonNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Nevada Department of Corrections faces a $53 million gap from rising overtime costs due to staff shortages—legislators must find funds in the next three months before the new fiscal year begins on July 1, while a staffing study expected this summer will guide long-term changes. CarsonNow
- ➤ Carson City officials have issued a road report for April 7–13, 2025—drivers should expect closures to westbound 2nd Street until June 30 and lane restrictions on several streets during weekday mornings. The report notes affected roads include California at Industrial Park Drive, Center between Clearview and Alder, Ethel Way, Hudson Drive, northbound Carson near the mall, and Lompa Lane between Nye and Northridge. The Nevada Appeal
- ➤ Lawmakers introduced Assembly Bill 375, sponsored by Speaker Steve Yeager and Assemblymember Bert Gurr, to name Picon Punch as the state drink and allow cocktails-to-go in tamper-proof containers with a fee of up to 50 cents per drink to support DUI programs. The bill mixes a move to honor Nevada’s history with new take-out alcohol rules that let local governments add extra limits—lawmakers plan to adjust the tax details amid industry concerns. The Nevada Appeal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Carson City will host a free Senior Celebration Health & Wellness Fair at Casino Fandango on May 8 from 8 a.m. to noon, where over 80 vendors will offer health and lifestyle services & raffle prizes with on-site vaccinations for older adults. CarsonNow
- ➤ National Public Health Week starts tomorrow and will run until April 13—its theme is 'Protecting Health, Empowering Communities' as local health officials will offer advice and services to keep Carson City residents safe and healthy. The Nevada Appeal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local ski resorts extended their seasons after more than 2.5 feet of fresh snow fell in the Tahoe region. Northstar California and Kirkwood Mountain Resort will close on April 20 & Heavenly Mountain Resort will also close on April 20, with extra spring events planned. CarsonNow
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Father-Daughter Day & Dance
11:00 AM – 4:30 PM — Piper's Opera House — All-inclusive package — Experience a day of fun with handcrafted treats and a charming dance in historic Virginia City.
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Eggstravaganza 2025
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Nevada State Railroad Museum — $10-$26 — Celebrate Easter with egg hunts, train rides, and fun activities for all ages.
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Karaoke Night
7-11 p.m. — Polecat Tavern — Free entry — Sing your heart out with friends at a fun-filled karaoke night featuring thousands of song choices.
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Biggest Little Half Marathon
8 AM — City Plaza — Registration required — Experience one of Reno's premier running events through the heart of the Biggest Little City.
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Vinyl Pick-nic
2-4 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed Sunday with vinyl records and tasty food truck options in a cozy art exhibition setting.
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AQUA V Light Certification Class
10 AM – 2 PM — Hideaway Hair Lounge — Cost varies — Become a certified expert in the latest hair extension technique with hands-on training.
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2nd Annual Cinco de Mayo Festival
8 AM – 5 PM — Brewery Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Celebrate with tacos, margaritas, music, and more at this vibrant community festival.
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John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Nashville Social Club Carson City — Tickets available — Experience the all-star bluegrass supergroup J2B2 as they push the boundaries of traditional bluegrass with their energetic performance.
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2nd Annual Cinco de Mayo Festival
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate with tacos, margaritas, music, and fun activities at the festival.
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