Good morning, Carson City.

On Sunday, American Discover 250 Relay riders paused at Fort Churchill after leaving Carson-City on Friday for a day-long ride across Nevada's historic trails.

Organizers plan the next leg toward Top Gun Raceway and further routes to highlight the state's diverse landscape.

This week, local arts bring excitement — a free reunion concert with Boot Juice is set for Aug.

15 at Oats Park and the Bighorn Crossing art show runs free through July at Walker Lake. Judy Collins and a Levitt AMP concert are scheduled for later dates.

Parents and educators are questioning digital learning spending in Carson City as school budgets for software and AI services lack clear itemized costs; a local coalition urges lawmakers to require independent reviews and safeguards before approving new EdTech contracts + programs.

Western Nevada College is asking eligible students with disabilities to join its free three week CREST program before Aug.

5. The program begins with an Aug. 6 orientation at the Carson City campus and offers academic credit, support and hands on learning to ease the transition to college.

The Pay It Forward Project awarded five scholarships to students in Carson City and Douglas County (including recipients from Carson High, Douglas High, Whittell High, and Western Nevada College) to honor their volunteer work.

The fund supports community improvements and encourages academic excellence.

Sarah Perry begins her first full-time teaching year at Oasis Academy for the 2026-27 school year after completing student teaching last fall.

She will teach science, math, and agriculture and serve as assistant adviser for the FFA chapter.

At a State of the Lake presentation on July 16, TERC director Dr. Stephanie Hampton reviewed 50 years of research on Lake Tahoe's water clarity amid warming trends and rising tourism, noting that restoring historical clarity remains a community priority.

Carson City Sheriff’s Office honored its administrative volunteers who donated over 10,486 hours from Jan. to July 2026, saving $263,792.

The volunteers supported front counter, civil, evidence, and jail visitation tasks to keep operations running smoothly + strengthen community ties.

Northern Nevada native Sullivan Cauley will return to the octagon Saturday for the PFL’s Washington D.C card at 7 p.m. on ESPN, facing unbeaten Rasul Magomedov.

Cauley, who holds an 8-2 record, is ranked No. 4 in the light heavyweight standings.

Cirque Ma’Ceo Spectacle in Carson City

7:30 p.m. — Fuji Park — Tickets required — Experience a breathtaking blend of equestrian artistry, acrobatics, and storytelling under the stars.

The Sam Chase Concert Series

7-9:30 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Free admission — Experience an eclectic mix of original music during a free outdoor concert series.

Karson Kruzer’s 38th Annual Run What Cha Brung Car Show

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Mills Park — General Children Car Display Entry — Celebrate 38 years of car culture with enthusiasts at a vibrant showcase.

You Can’t Hide: A Comedy Show with Casey Skinner

7-9:30 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the hilarious true story of Casey Skinner's wild night in the most dangerous hotel in America.