Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
Good morning, Carson City.
Douglas County authorities arrested four suspects linked to a retail theft ring after stopping a vehicle near Carson Valley Plaza on Monday around 4:10 p.m.—one person remains at large and will face charges in East Fork Justice Court this morning.
Water flows through the V-line canal show that the Carson River watershed is in good shape for the growing season even though Sierra Nevada snow totals were lower than recent years.
The Natural Resource Conservation Service said that good March rains have reduced drought severity in several local counties—improving water supply ahead of irrigation.
Sec. State Francisco Aguilar visited Carson City Tuesday to listen to tribal leaders' concerns about voting access and said new measures raised tribal voter turnout by 36% — he will meet with all 28 tribes to further improve the voting process.
This effort builds on recent changes aimed at making it easier for Native voters to cast their ballots.
A bill to expand voting access and update election procedures cleared its first major deadline in the Nevada Legislature last week and will let any registered voter use an approved electronic system to vote if they cannot get a mail ballot or go to the polls due to illness or disability. The measure also removes limits on candidacy for those who changed voter registration, allows candidate filing fees to be paid by credit card, and requires election accuracy audits and a cyber-incident response plan.
Oasis Academy’s softball team swept Pershing County + kept a 1.5 game lead over Yerington after winning Tuesday’s game in Lovelock and a doubleheader in Fallon.
The team will host North Tahoe this weekend for Senior Day and then travel to West Wendover next week to finish the regular season before the regional tournament next month in Yerington.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Roger Clyne Concert
5-10 p.m. — Nashville Social Club Carson City — Tickets available — Experience a night of live music with Roger Clyne and Willy Braun.
Lydia Pense & Cold Blood Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — Nashville Social Club Carson City — Ticket information available — Experience a night of powerhouse R&B and soul with legendary Lydia Pense and Cold Blood.
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