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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Carson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Ron Wood Family Resource Center announced that Executive Director Joyce Buckingham will retire within the next few months after nearly two decades of service (she joined in 2006 and has worked over 30 years in social services). The Board is now searching for her successor to continue expanding programs for children, families, and individuals in Carson City and nearby rural areas. CarsonNow
- ➤ Local businessman Ted Rupert donated a 2004 Infiniti FX35 to Carson High student Alaze Solis Ramirez during a school event—he said his gift aimed to ease her family's burden of sharing one vehicle. Vice Principal Joseph Billings said the donation recognized Alaze's hard work and is set to improve her daily commute. News4
ACTIVE NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Carson City police arrested 47-year-old Justin Jackson Monday morning on felony domestic battery with strangulation charges after a domestic dispute left a victim with red marks on both sides of the neck—Jackson said any marks came from clothing hangers—and he is held on a $7,500 bail. CarsonNow
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 27, 2025, the Carson City School Board met in the Bob Crowell Board Room to review the 2025-26 budget that shows a $4.56 million deficit along with updates to fund balances, staffing, and health curriculum resources. The trustees also discussed capital improvement plans for local schools—plans that will be adjusted in December after further review of fiscal data. CarsonNow
- ➤ Graduating Oasis Academy College Prep students earned diplomas and joined an evening ceremony at the Oats Park Arts Center Barkley Theatre on May 21 after receiving awards from Western Nevada College earlier that day. Judge Tom Stockard advised students to read for wisdom—while retiring principal Rochelle Tisdale praised their perseverance and urged them to let the world be theirs. The Nevada Appeal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ JoAnne Skelly, an Extension Educator Emerita, advised homeowners to remove high fire-risk vegetation—like junipers and dead branches—from around their homes this spring to lower wildfire dangers, and stressed proper spacing and low-growing plants to protect property. The Nevada Appeal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Carson High graduate Kedre Luschar—a University of Oregon softball player—was named to the Division I all-American second team on Tuesday. Oregon will play in the Women’s College World Series for the first time since 2018. The Nevada Appeal
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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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The McCharmly’s Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant blend of doo-wop and rock 'n' roll from The McCharmly’s.
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BlackTop Buffet
5-8 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Free entry — Enjoy 10 weeks of street food and live music with family-friendly games and activities.
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Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — TJ's Corral — Tickets from $75 — Experience a night of live music with Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners as part of their ‘American As It Gets 2025’ Tour.
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22nd Annual High Sierra Motor Training Challenge
June 27th – June 28th — Carson Street, Carson City — Free entry — Experience thrilling motor training challenges with local law enforcement agencies in a festive downtown setting.
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