Good morning, Carson City.

A two-day preliminary hearing was held Aug.

14-15, 2023 in East Fork Justice Court for the shooting death of Carson City man Adam Paul Mulkey, with suspect Larry Allen Arnold, 48, and suspect Melissa Nicole Malmstedt, 42, both held without bail, facing evidence from phone tracking and surveillance—Malmstedt is accused of luring Mulkey after an affair.

Assemblymember Joe Dalia is pushing for AB346—a bill that would allow physician-assisted suicide for patients in painful end-of-life situations.

The bill passed the Assembly floor with bipartisan support and now heads to the state Senate while Governor Joe Lombardo has said he will veto it.

Carson City will see several road closures and lane restrictions from May 5-11 due to road and utility work; 2nd Street westbound between Carson and Curry is closed until June 30, Center Drive is closed May 5-16, and Gentry Lane is closed Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Multi-Use Paths near Carson and the Governors Field Complex, along with parts of Roop and Stewart Streets, will have work and lane reductions with detours for cyclists.

Carson City Planning Commission voted to recommend a 240 townhome project on 22 acres north and west of Morgan Mill Road with 32 conditions including a vegetation management plan to reduce fire risks—while local officials and residents raised traffic and safety concerns.

The commission also approved a digital billboard update and two abandonment requests, and the project now goes to the Board of Supervisors for approval.

Rick Noel from Walton’s Funerals & Cremations explains that pre-planning a funeral helps families by cutting down on stress, costs and disputes when a loved one dies.

His advice shows that clear plans now can protect against future confusion and heartbreak.

Douglas High School softball seniors have led the Tigers with three straight state championship appearances and a comeback win over McQueen — senior Cam McLelland held a key team meeting that sparked a five-run inning.

The team will prepare for the regional tournament next week while seniors Hill and McLelland post strong batting and pitching numbers.

The Tahoe Knight Monsters start the Mountain Division Finals today in Kansas City in a series of seven games against the top-seeded Kansas City Mavericks.

The team, after sweeping Wichita in the opening round, is confident in its game plan to score early and gain momentum.

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.