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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Carson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Preliminary data from Nevada Department of Public Safety shows statewide traffic fatalities fell 2.9 percent in the first four months of 2025 from 137 to 133, with Carson City decreasing from three to one fatality and the only death from an unrestrained driver on eastbound Highway 50 on Feb. 24—state officials warn drivers will face increased risks when the 100 deadliest days begin May 27. The Nevada Appeal
ACTIVE NEWS
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The third annual Green Our Planet’s Northern Nevada Giant Student Farmers Market was held Thursday in front of the Nevada Legislature, where students from Empire, Eagle Valley, and Imlay schools sold items like basil—overcoming challenges with a hydroponics leak—and raised funds to purchase better gardening equipment. The Record Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Aaron Ford held a press conference Friday at the Office of the Attorney General in Carson City from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to address allegations of misappropriated funds in the failing Lovelock fiber optic project—funds that were meant to help bring high-speed internet but went missing amid financial discrepancies. News4
- ➤ The Carson City Board of Supervisors will hold a public meeting on Thursday, June 5 at 8:30 a.m. at the Community Center's Robert Bob Crowell Board Room to discuss a non-renewal notice from the current Downtown Neighborhood Improvement District administrator and to receive written or verbal objections regarding the proposed changes. The Nevada Appeal
- ➤ Secretary Scott Turner announced today that the Washoe Tribe is up for $2,685,894 in HUD funding to support affordable housing projects in tribal communities. The money is part of $342 million in Indian Housing Block Grants aimed at helping Native American tribes in Arizona + Nevada expand housing options. The Record Courier
- ➤ The Carson City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 28 at 4:00 p.m. at the Community Center Board Room (851 East William Street) to review proposals including a request for a special use permit for a 500 square foot attached accessory dwelling unit at 2530 Sycamore Glen Drive, a zoning change for Lompa Ranch North (699 North Lompa Lane), a wireless tower replacement at 1281 North Roop Street, and a storage facility at Eagle Station Lane. The meeting will also consider ordinance recommendations for temporary use permits and design standards for street vending, and residents are invited to attend. The Nevada Appeal
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Nevada State Fair
11 a.m. - 10 p.m. — Mills Park — Free entry — Celebrate Nevada with four days of fun, entertainment, and carnival rides.
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Nevada State Fair
11 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Mills Park — Free entry — Celebrate Nevada with four fun-filled days of entertainment, rides, and culture.
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Battle of the 4x4's at Fuji Park
7-10 p.m. — Fuji Park — Food available for purchase — Experience the thrill of powerful 4x4 trucks competing in an exciting truck pull showdown.
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Nevada State Fair 2025
11 AM - 10 PM — Mills Park — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant culture of Nevada with carnival rides, entertainment, and great food.
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Carson Valley Days Festival
June 12-15 — Lampe Park — Free entry — Celebrate the 115th Annual Festival with a parade, live music, and various family-friendly activities.
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~ Robert Frost
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