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Carson City, Nevada Patch AM: a 5 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • What Carson City’s new St. Teresa school could mean for local families
  • How a stolen school vehicle tied Reno suspects to Carson City burglaries
  • How many new homes are headed to Carson City with this funding?

Also on today's calendar: Imagine, Inspire, Create! | Mystic Sea Glass Jewelry and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Roxanne R.!

Today's riddle: What do you call cheese that isn't yours? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A little afternoon rain, with a high of 60 and low of 29 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 69, low: 36.
  • Thursday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 35 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Carson City church progressing toward building new school (nevadaappeal.com) — St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church in Carson City is closing in on its $25 million goal and has secured Planning Commission approval to build a new K-8 school and child development center on Lompa Lane. The project would move students from the aging Richmond Avenue campus, consolidate church and school activities, and aims to open by fall 2028, reshaping local Catholic education options.
   

2. Carson City investigators book man for 11 counts vehicle burglary, accomplices jailed in Washoe County (carsonnow.org) — Carson City investigators have booked a Reno man into the local jail in connection with 11 vehicle burglaries and a high-speed pursuit that began on East Long Street and continued into Washoe County. The report also details several recent DUI and drug-related arrests involving Carson City residents and nearby drivers, offering a clear snapshot of current public safety issues around town.
   

3. State of Nevada approves tens of millions for new housing (kolotv.com) — Carson City is in line for part of a new $38 million state investment that will help build hundreds of homes and apartments across Nevada. The funding, through the Nevada Attainable Housing Account, aims to move 10 projects forward, expanding both ownership and rental options and easing housing pressures for Carson City residents and families statewide.
   

4. Volunteers turn used books into $75,000 check to Carson City Library (carsonnow.org) — Carson City residents just helped turn donated used books into a $75,000 boost for the Carson City Library, pushing the volunteer bookstore’s lifetime support past $500,000. The funding powers popular programs like the Summer Reading Challenge, Capital City Reads, and expanded digital collections, all of which are helping locals log millions of reading minutes and access new titles faster.
   

5. Helping Lauren Start Her Next Chapter (gofundme.com) — A U.S. Air Force veteran has accepted a Safety Coordinator job with Briggs Electric and now needs to relocate across the country to Carson City. She’s raising funds to cover temporary housing and transportation so she can quickly settle, secure stable housing, and start contributing to the local workforce and community.
   

📸 Around Carson City

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📸 5th and Division. Mama bear and 2 cubs foraging for food. —Roxanne R. Like

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I’m in awe of the beauty and diversity of fall colors!
    And we aren’t even close to having all the leaves turn!! This is near Prison Hill from our back deck. (Nextdoor Riverview)
  • Baylee’s dedication to her academics has not gone unnoticed.
    She was inducted and served for two years, in the Pioneer Academic Honor Society, maintaining a 3.5 GPA. She is currently considering attending… (Nextdoor South West Carson City)
  • Jacobs Entertainment, Inc. posted a job opening for Gold Dust West Carson City - Dishwasher in Carson City. Apply here.
  • Planet Fitness, Inc. posted a job opening for Overnight Closer - Part Time in Carson City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Carson City here.

Ok Carson City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call cheese that isn't yours?" — Nacho cheese! (Thank you Lorille C. for sending it in!)
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