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Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Carson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nevada Humane Society in Carson City named Maggie, a friendly 5-year-old pup who is working on her house training and gets along well with children and dogs, as its Pet of the Week. Residents can visit the campus (549 Airport Rd) today to meet Maggie and see if she could be their new pet. CarsonNow
- ➤ A local woman donated cake fixings in memory of her sister who would have turned 53, and the Northern Nevada Dream Center used them to help residents like Ambrose Finn from Carson City celebrate birthdays. The center said its Virtual Food Drive saw a 32% rise in food assistance requests over the last three weeks—reflecting growing need amid tough economic times. CarsonNow
ACTIVE NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Carson City deputies and Douglas County officers responded to shots fired after a traffic stop near Cactus Jack’s Casino at the corner of Curry + Robinson streets on Thursday morning, killing a male suspect and leaving the custody status of a female involved unclear as of 10 a.m. The Nevada Appeal
- ➤ A person died in an officer-involved shooting near the Carson Nugget on April 17 at about 9:30 a.m.—the incident occurred at the intersection of N. Curry St. and W. Robinson St.—and the Douglas County Sheriff's Office is investigating while urging residents to avoid the area. News4
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, April 17th, Carson High School’s Student Council earned national recognition when it was named a National Gold Council of Excellence by the National Association of Student Councils—an award for its leadership, service and school spirit initiatives. CarsonNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bids for work on the Kahle Complete Streets program came in higher than expected—$5.2 million, so extra funds from the state, Barton Health and county TRPA will cover the gap. The project will fix flooding and improve drainage near the Tahoe Beach Club entrance, and work is set to begin next spring. The Record Courier
- ➤ Carson City supervisors honored four individuals for life-saving actions at a recent board meeting by awarding commendations to Robert Berger and Lucas O’Brien for a January 1 vehicle fire rescue, praising Robert Russell for a March 1 apartment fire rescue, and recognizing Guy Bovard for assisting a defendant during a March 13 seizure. Supervisors also approved a new Prominence Health insurance plan, a $125,000 grant submittal for jail family services, and easement adjustments for a housing project—steps aimed at improving public safety and parkland recreation. The Nevada Appeal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Wolf Pack football team held its second spring scrimmage today at Carson High School, and coach Jeff Choate said he plans to return next spring—aiming to make the event even better. He noted that the scrimmage gave players a low-risk chance to practice before the transfer portal reopens Wednesday—setting the stage for future improvements. The Record Courier
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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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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.
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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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