Good morning, Carson City.

Carson City Fire Fighters Association Local 2251, the Deputy Sheriff’s Association, and other local groups launched the 'Haylee’s Fight, Our Fight!' campaign to honor Haylee’s struggle with fibrolamellar carcinoma — they thanked donors and sponsors for standing with her and raising funds for her treatment.

Carson City Jazz & Beyond Festival will run from August 15 to 24 and feature diverse music performances (including Latin American folk at the Governor’s Mansion, jazz at the Comma Courtyard, and swing at the Bob McFadden Plaza Stage) at local venues (with acts ranging from local groups to regional favorites).

WNC nursing graduate Alba Morales was honored with the Pay It Forward Project award on Aug.

2 at the Reach for the Stars Gala held at the Joe Dini Library. She established the Next Generation Nursing Scholarship to help future nurses—her career included work at Carson Tahoe Hospital, Renown Health and South Lake Tahoe Juvenile Treatment Center.

The Carson City School Board will meet Tuesday, August 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Robert Crowell Board Room in the Carson City Community Center to discuss proposed changes to PE exemptions, teacher and staff ID badges and student cases involving law enforcement—steps that aim to improve school safety. The meeting agenda also covers proposed amendments to the Schools Foundation bylaws, updates on nursing staff, budget transfers and first day of school schedules—issues that could affect students and staff.

A Fall Lacrosse program for boys and girls ages eight to thirteen will begin in Carson City on Sept.

22 and run for five weeks. Carson Valley Youth Lacrosse says the program will offer residents a chance to learn a new sport that will be included in Nevada high schools for the 2026 to 2027 season—preparing players for the Spring 2026 club season.

Polecat Summer Concert featuring The Green Lotus Band

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Polecat Tavern — Food available for purchase — Enjoy a rockin' evening with The Green Lotus Band and delicious charcuterie boxes.

Watercolor Carson City – Plein Air Festival

8 AM – 5 PM — Brewery Arts Center — Fundraiser auction and exhibits — Watch talented artists capture the beauty of Carson City through their watercolor creations.

Watercolor Carson City – Plein Air Festival

8 AM – 5 PM — Brewery Arts Center — Free entry — Experience the beauty of watercolor art in the picturesque surroundings of Carson City.

Outlaw Flat Trac Race

6 PM - 10 PM — Fuji Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling professional racing, including the Police Vs. Fire Challenge and exciting youth events.

Polecat Summer Concerts

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Polecat Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy live music every Saturday evening under the summer sky at Polecat Tavern's parking lot.

Watercolor Carson City – Plein Air Festival

8 a.m.–5 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Check event page for details — Experience the vibrant creativity of plein air watercolor artists in scenic Carson City.

Classic Movie Mondays: Rio Bravo

6:30-9:00 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — $5.00 — Enjoy a classic Western film with fellow cinema lovers in a community setting.

Silver State Art Festival

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Fuji Park — Free admission — Explore a vibrant showcase of local art with crafts, photography, and a raffle for visual arts support.

Awareness as Refuge: A Day of Silence and Connection

9 AM – 4:30 PM — River Fork Ranch Preserve — Free entry — Engage in a day of meditation and community connection at a beautiful outdoor venue.