Good morning, Carson City.

Carson City School District hosted an Ice Cream Social and Playtime on August 28 at the Carson City Children’s Museum for enrolled Pre-K and Early Childhood families.

More than 60 families attended—students enjoyed ice cream and museum play while parents attended a brief meeting—learning about upcoming events and resources.

Casino Fandango in Carson City will debut Boomer’s Sportsbook on Sept 1, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for Sept 4 at 3 p.m.—Nevada Lt. Gov. Stavros Anthony and Mayor Lori Bagwell are expected to attend.

The sportsbook, licensed by the Nevada Gaming Commission in July, will offer both in-person betting and a mobile app for live bets.

On Thursday at 10 p.m., a 36-year-old Carson City man was arrested near Catalina Apartments after deputies spotted him riding a motorcycle with expired registration and he crashed over a speed bump while trying to run—he now faces three warrants for domestic battery, petit larceny, and suspended sentence violation with a $5,000 bail set at $1,000 cash only.

Carson Valley will celebrate its old West heritage next week with events at Dangberg Historic Park+COD Casino+the Fairgrounds.

Dangberg Historic Park will host free events on Sept. 5 and 6 featuring a Chautauqua and ghost town talk, while COD Casino will show a screening and reenactment on Sept. 4 and the Fairgrounds will hold the Douglas County Rodeo.

Carson City School District Board met Tuesday to review a $15.2 million SPED budget that covers salaries and services using state, general, and past-year funds—while approving a new K-5 literacy curriculum under a seven-year $1.19 million contract and updating electronic device rules, civics test procedures, and plans for the C-Hill flag restoration along with setting a topic for the Great American Essay Contest.

More than 200 Douglas County High alumni and family members attended the 1950-1970 reunion at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center on Aug.

23, where Rex Cleary—the oldest graduate—was honored amid a busy schedule that left little time for museum tours. Douglas High will host Homecoming Week Sept. 22-26 with a parade and Fall Fest on Sept. 24 while the Class of 1990 gathers Oct. 10-12 for a football game and dinner.

On August 27, the Planning Commission approved a 92-unit townhome project at Silver Oak, recommended abandoning a public access easement to realign North Lompa Lane, and delayed a fence permit over safety concerns—each decision comes with conditions to address traffic and visibility near residential areas.

Carson City Board of Supervisors is accepting applications from volunteers to serve on the 7-member Airport Authority board with three open roles—a fixed base operator, a manufacturer from a 3-mile radius, and a citizen at large—each serving a four-year term ending in October 2029. Applications are public and must be submitted by September 12, 2025 with interviews planned for October 2 at the Sierra Room in the Community Center.

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.