Thursday, June 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Carson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
ACTIVE NEWS
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CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Paige and the Overtones will perform honkytonk and outlaw country music at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 28 at the Brewery Arts Center—marking their debut in Carson City as part of the Levitt AMP Concert Series. The Nevada Appeal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carson City School District improved substitute teacher fill rates after partnering with Edustaff mid-April to cover teacher absences, officials said. The agency raised rates from 68% to about 78% in April and May—local job fairs and school signs helped, and board members will review the partnership next school year. The Nevada Appeal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Nevada Division of State Parks is asking for public input to develop a 20-year master plan for Spooner Lake and Backcountry State Park, which spans more than 12,000 acres and offers over 60 miles of trails. Residents can view the interactive StoryMap and submit their feedback via an online survey that closes Sunday, July 20 at 11:59 p.m.—written comments can also be mailed or emailed to the Park Planning Program in Carson City. News4
- ➤ On Wednesday morning, fire crews made steady progress in containing the Conner Fire — 84% contained after burning 17,714 acres — as they mopped up hot spots and secured containment lines. Firefighters continued deepening operations on the northeastern edge to prevent re-ignition and began assessing suppression repair needs. News4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is hosting the High Sierra Motor Officer Training Challenge on Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28 in downtown Carson City. Motor officers and civilian riders will train, ride and compete on timed courses while local law enforcement partners support the event — the training aims to enhance riding skills through friendly competition. The Nevada Appeal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Top Gun Raceway will host quarter-mile racing events from Friday through Sunday with Test N Tune and practice events on Friday from 2-7 p.m. and points racing on Saturday and Sunday starting at 8:30 a.m.—admission is $15 for spectators and free for active military while local racers Will Shoemaker and Eric Doukas are among the competitors. The Nevada Appeal
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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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Karson Kruzer’s 38th Annual Car Show
8 AM – 4 PM — Mills Park — $40 Entry Fee — Show off your ride at a friendly car gathering featuring raffles and awards.
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Carson City 4th of July Fireworks Celebration
2:30 p.m. — Eagle Valley Golf Course — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Independence Day with a fun golf tournament and a spectacular fireworks display.
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Carson City Downtown Revival Car Show
9 AM – 2 PM — 201 N Carson St, Carson City, NV — Registration fees apply — Show off your ride while supporting local charities and enjoying the downtown atmosphere.
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Open House in Quail Run Gated Community
5-7 p.m. — 1225 Gambrel Dr, Carson City, NV — $360,000 — Discover a maintained 3 bedroom home with low maintenance landscaping and community amenities.
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Carson City/Minden Summer SUPER CAMP 2025
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. — Line Drive University — $899 per catcher — Engage in 20 hours of intensive skill development and instruction for aspiring baseball and softball catchers aged 10-18.
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