Good morning, Carson City.

Grill Next Door is hosting its second annual Hot August Bites event today where contestants try 10 rounds of spicy wings, habanero marshmallows, and ghost pepper glazed donuts; a portion of the proceeds goes to local charities—such as C.C.

Meneley Elementary. Doors open at 5 p.m. with live music at 7 p.m. and a raffle held during the event.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office asked for help to locate missing 15-year-old Gladys Mejia Cervantes who ran away from her home on Aug.

27 wearing a black jacket, blue jeans and glasses + she is described as Hispanic, 5-foot 6 tall and weighing 180 pounds.

State officials said they discovered a cyberattack on Saturday that led to data theft and caused delays in state services as systems were taken offline to protect information.

Tim Galluzi said his team is working with state and federal partners to restore services—specialists are examining the stolen data to decide next steps.

Carson City planning commissioners approved a special use permit for 92 attached townhomes at the southeast corner of Silver Oak Drive—GS Richards Boulevard in the Silver Oak Planned Unit Development, noting the project will bring fewer traffic trips than a previous apartment plan while requiring parking and intersection improvements. Commissioners also recommended abandoning a public access easement east of Interstate 580 and continued a special use permit hearing for a new fence on Baker Drive while discussing planning issues with new city manager Glen Martel.

Gov. Lombardo held a press conference on Thursday about a cyber attack that took state government sites offline since Sunday night—he said he missed Wednesday’s event due to preplanned rural duties and noted that state agencies are working with the Governor's Technology Office to restore operations. He added there is no current evidence that personal data has been compromised.

International Overdose Awareness Day will be observed on Aug.

31 as Carson City Health and Human Services promotes overdose prevention by teaching residents the signs of an overdose and how to access naloxone—an essential step in saving lives.

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.

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.

Kaboom-Con 2025

6 PM – 5 PM — Carson City Community Center — Cost varying — Dive into a vibrant celebration of comics, movies, and games.

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.

Wild Night: A Van Morrison Tribute

7:30-10 p.m. — Nashville Social Club Carson City — Tickets available — Experience the soulful tunes of Van Morrison performed by a world-class tribute band.

106th Annual Genoa Candy Dance Arts & Crafts Faire

9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Town of Genoa — Free entry — Celebrate over a century of arts, crafts, food, and the famous candy maker tradition in a bustling community atmosphere.