Good morning, Carson City.

A Carson High School poll showed most families favored moving the 2026 graduation from Saturday morning to Friday at 7 p.m., and the change came after the integration of Carson Silver campus eliminated the need for two ceremonies—district officials approved the switch without a public hearing.

Minden resident Maureen Casey will soon receive the 2025 DeBoer Excellence in Planning Citizen Planner Award at a banquet during the Nevada State Planning Conference on October 23 to 24.

Douglas County commissioners also marked October as Community Planning Month to highlight local planning efforts.

Local oncologists say routine mammograms are the best tool for catching breast cancer early, as nearly 317000 women are expected to be diagnosed in 2025—women aged 40—74 should speak with their doctor and report any body changes.

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.

Harvest Train Festival

9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Nevada State Railroad Museum — Pricing forthcoming — Enjoy two days of autumn fun with train rides and activities for the whole family.

BOOnanza! Trick-or-Treat Event

4-7 p.m. — Mills Park — Free entry — A fun and safe trick-or-treat event for children and families with local businesses participating.

Matt Axton Concert

7-10 p.m. — Nashville Social Club Carson City — Tickets available — Experience a soulful blend of Americana, rock & roots from Matt Axton with a repertoire of 300 songs.

Carson City Career Fair

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Carson City City Hall — Free entry — Connect with top employers across various industries at this recruitment event.