Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
Good morning, Carson City.
Crumbl — Carson City opened its doors yesterday and was open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. For its grand opening, the Gauthier family offered free chocolate chip cookies — supplies lasted.
Friends of Sutro Tunnel announced at their third annual “Meat and Drink” event that they surpassed $1M in donations since Jan.
1—more than 400 guests gathered at the Dayton tunnel to support cleaning and restoring the historic site as part of a planned $5M project. Board members and local partners will help continue the work to preserve the 28-acre area for future generations.
Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space invites residents to name the Community Art Building at 801 N.
Roop St.—the building is used for art classes, art camps, and workshops. Name suggestions must be submitted via survey by 5:00 p.m. October 31.
Carson City officials said the new 18,000-square-foot Fire Station 55 and Emergency Operations Center built for $18 million at 3645 Butti Way will become operational early next week pending a final certificate of occupancy; a public open house is set (1 to 3 p.m.) on Sept.
18.
Some Nevada foster parents may be underpaid or overpaid for care due to a cyberattack on state systems last month—officials said in an email sent last week—making it essential for families to keep detailed records.
A Carson City resident reported missing his monthly stipend and expressed disappointment with the payment system.
Local high school graduates are now playing in college sports this fall; Kyle Koontz of Houston Christian has three catches for his 1–1 team and will face Nebraska today in Lincoln—others from Douglas and Carson High have started strong on football, volleyball, soccer, and golf teams.
Douglas High girls volleyball swept South Tahoe Tuesday with set scores of 25-16, 25-16, and 25-10 as Alexa Atkinson and Hayley Rocha led the team.
In separate contests, Carson High girls soccer beat Bishop Manogue 3-1 while boys soccer lost matches to Wooster and Sparks.
Douglas High School football senior Zack Jackson rushed for 300 yards and three touchdowns in a 45-0 shutout win over North Valleys Friday night—he also blocked a punt and returned an interception for a touchdown.
His performance helped secure an important win for the team.
Local high school graduates are making their mark in college sports this fall; Douglas High alumnus Kyle Koontz—starting for Houston Christian—will face Nebraska this Saturday as others from the area join teams like Southern Oregon, Nevada Wolf Pack, and Feather River College across football, volleyball, soccer, and golf.
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.
World Championship Outhouse Races
12-4 p.m. — ATM (Visitors Center) — Free entry — Experience a quirky toilet race with costumed teams racing down C Street for the latrine title.
Los Straitjackets Live in Carson City
7-10 p.m. — Nashville Social Club Carson City — Call for pricing — Experience the masked masters of instrumental rock with 30+ years of raw riffs and vibrant grooves.
Lions Run
8-11 a.m. — Empire Ranch Golf Course and Event Venue — Registration fee applies — Participate in a fun-filled race with options for everyone, including a unique 0.0 None Run.
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