Good morning, Carson City.

The Dangberg Historic Home Ranch will host a free Kite Flying Weekend for youth and families on May 10 and 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—Cameron and Reina Kauffman of Coolkiter.com will bring various kites while Friends of Dangberg Home Ranch will offer free decorative kites and engaging craft activities for children.

De Lecs Smith (26) was charged with open murder after he shot a man multiple times outside a Carson City bar on Telegraph Street on April 30 at 9:45 p.m. following an exchange of words, turned himself in before 10:30 p.m., and is held without bail pending a court hearing on May 5.

City officials announced that the Carson City Multi-Use Pathway Project will begin construction on May 5—improving several pathways and providing detours for pedestrians and cyclists.

The $1.3 million project, funded by a federal Transportation Alternative Program grant, includes work on routes such as the Greenbelt Spur, Roop Street and Governor’s Field sidewalk, and sections of Route 6 through mid-August.

On May 1st, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office attended the Peace Officer Memorial ceremony in Carson City to honor officers killed in the line of duty — the memorial, established in 1998 and privately funded, had no new names added as no line-of-duty deaths occurred in 2024.

Today the Carson City Planning Commission approved a tentative development map for 240 townhomes on about 22 acres off Highway 50 east near Morgan Mill—this project exceeds the 30% open space rule by using over 5 acres from a former landfill and will now advance to the Board of Supervisors for final approval.

Carson City supervisors approved a new master plan to guide future land use along with a tentative fiscal year 2026 budget after nearly 12 hours of public input on Thursday.

The master plan (adopted 4-1 with Supervisor Maurice White dissenting) will require future zoning code updates and a public meeting will be held within 90 days, while the budget supports public safety, infrastructure, and redevelopment projects.

Partnership Carson City is offering monthly Responsible Beverage Server Training to help ensure safe alcohol service in the city.

The next session is scheduled for May 15 at 9:00 a.m. - pre-registration is required for anyone seeking certification.

Rory is a gentle 1-year-old Rottweiler waiting to meet his forever family at the Carson City campus on 549 Airport Road—he shows his curious nature through outdoor play and puzzle toys.

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.

Capital City Brewfest

3-8 p.m. — Bob McFadden Plaza — Admission varies — Celebrate the start of summer with local brewers at this vibrant outdoor festival.