Sunday, August 24th, 2025
Good morning, Carson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jeremy Renner donated an old Carson City fire engine that was built in 1995 and decommissioned in 2018 after buying it at auction on August 2. The engine will be refurbished as 'The Renner' to honor 89 fallen firefighters—serving as a mobile tribute at community events and outreach programs. The Nevada Appeal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ East Fork trustees approved a contract with Battle Born Helicopters even though the contract does not list every requirement (an attorney said the company still meets FAA rules) and many fire officials supported the move to add air services for fire and medical emergencies. Fire officials said the helicopter will help improve responses and will be ready by next fire season. The Record Courier
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local chef Michelle Peters of Thunderbird Lodge explains that purslane, often mistaken for a weed, is eaten around the world including in Lebanon and used in salads or a quick stir fry to keep its texture lively (different from its poisonous cousin spurge). The Nevada Appeal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ National Default Servicing Corporation announced that Kelvin and Norma Bicasan’s property at 4071 Knoblock Rd will be sold at a trustee auction on October 16 at 1:00 p.m. at the Carson City County Courthouse front entrance—initial unpaid balance is approximately $450,800.85 and the opening bid may vary based on total indebtedness. The Nevada Appeal
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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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Kaboom-Con 2025
6 PM – 5 PM — Carson City Community Center — Cost varying — Dive into a vibrant celebration of comics, movies, and games.
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Carson City Aviation Festival 2025
4-9 p.m. — 2600 College Parkway, Carson City, NV — Free entry — Soar into an unforgettable celebration of aviation, innovation, and community spirit.
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~ Richard Feynman
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