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Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Carson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
ACTIVE NEWS
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CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Dangberg Historic Park, the final summer Chautauquas will take place in August with a Wednesday event at 6:30 p.m. featuring a performance about abolitionist Elizabeth Van Lew that costs $15 for adults, and a Friday event at 10 a.m. showcasing Helen J.W. Stewart — a free presentation. The Record Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carson City School District has one of its best staffing starts this school year with only 20 open positions in certified, special education, classified, and nurse roles. Transportation staff and specialty positions at Carson High have been filled—saving costs—and the district is reviewing a stop-arm camera pilot program that will not be ready by school start Monday. The Nevada Appeal
- ➤ Carson High School’s Blue Thunder marching band will perform a custom show called Dark Side of the Moon—an adventure in space that tells a story of overcoming challenges and safely returning. Band director Nick Jacques said the band plans to march on Disneyland’s Main Street and compete at a local event, with membership rising to 70 thanks to a renovated band room. The Nevada Appeal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Carson City Sheriff’s Office is preparing for the new school year starting Monday, Aug 18 by teaming with Traffic Units and School Resource Officers to enforce school zone laws—drivers must obey the 15 mph speed limit and stop for school buses. The Nevada Appeal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The second annual Sierra Nevada Drive for Parkinson’s Rally will start at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 6 in Genoa as drivers travel a route that passes through historic Gold Rush towns. After the drive, a buffet dinner will be held at Carson Valley Inn where retired race car driver Davy Jones—who won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1996—will speak to help raise funds for the Parkinson’s Support Group. The Record Courier
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Anglers are reporting fall fishing is starting with strong action on the East Fork of Carson River—Andrew Hatfield caught a 7.28-pound rainbow while Jeremiah Payne landed a 6.52-pound rainbow amid lower water levels at local lakes and reservoirs. The Carson River Resort now offers fish donation services for those who cannot release their catch properly—fishing guides advise using lighter tackle to help the fish recover. The Record Courier
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Literary and Musical Afternoon with Willy Vlautin
1-3 p.m. — Brewery Arts Center — Free entry — Engage with author and musician Willy Vlautin through conversation, music, and a book signing event.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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