Good morning, Carson City.

The Greenhouse Project has begun accepting online orders for its annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale + new plants are added continuously by staff, AmeriCorps, and CHS students.

The sale will take place Saturday, May 10, from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Green Central on Carson High School’s campus + vendors will offer gift items, facepainting, and a raffle while proceeds support student education and food programs.

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff’s deputies responded to a crash at US-50 East and Fairview on Saturday, April 26th (around 4:30 p.m.) where a pedestrian suffered facial bleeding, was alert and declined air transport (taken by ambulance) as delays impacted motorists and the cause remained under investigation.

Warrants were issued on Wednesday for two women in an organized theft ring after they missed their court appearances, with one warrant for $10,000 and the other for $5,000; two men arrested at Famous Footwear on April 14 remain in custody on immigration holds as one faces a plea offer and a California man waived extradition on a robbery charge.

A man fled during a deputy stop near Winnie Lane on Saturday afternoon and was arrested near the Ron Wood Center after a foot pursuit that ended when a victim said they wanted to press charges (no injuries were reported).

Gov. Joe Lombardo unveiled his omnibus education bill on Friday, April 25th at a charter school in Henderson to expand open enrollment by adding transportation for students at low-performing schools & boost funding for educator raises and bonuses.

The bill also creates a literacy funding program and sets new accountability rules for schools & awaits further review before the Legislature ends its session.

Paige Thomason, a sixth-generation Nevadan, shared her adapted chocolate sable cookie recipe that uses pantry staples, bittersweet chocolate, and flaky sea salt to make thick, soft cookies ideal for gifting or serving at brunch.

The recipe—adapted from Deb Perlman’s version and inspired by pastry legends—has become a cherished favorite for home cooks in Carson City—reflecting her commitment to traditional home baking.

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.

Coin Press No. 1 Demonstrations

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Nevada State Museum — Free entry — Experience the art of coin minting at one of Nevada's historic attractions.

An Evening with Jontavious Willis

7:30-10 p.m. — Nashville Social Club Carson City — Ticket info coming soon — Experience the vibrant sounds of Blues reimagined by Grammy-nominated artist Jontavious Willis.

Vinyl Pick-Nic

2-4 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Free entry — Relax to vinyl records while enjoying art, food, and new friends in a community listening lounge.