For years, those looking to expand Nevada’s film tax credit program have touted their potential to bring jobs, diversify the state’s economy and even provide funding for pre-K programs. But typically lost in the discussion is the fact that few Nevada film tax credits are used by the film industry at all. In the more than 10-year history of Nevada’s film tax credit program, more than 98 percent of the credits have been transferred from movie studios to other companies.

Today, Governor Joe Lombardo issued a proclamation calling the Nevada Legislature into a special session beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2025 to address legislative and budgetary matters requiring urgent action. Under Section 9 of Article V of the Nevada Constitution, the Governor may convene the Legislature on extraordinary occasions and specify the business to be considered. “Nevadans deserve action now – not years from now – on legislation that implements critical public safety measures, expands healthcare access, and supports good-paying jobs,” …

Sens. Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) voted in support of ending the longest-ever government shutdown because the cost had grown too high for struggling people, they told The Nevada Independent in interviews. The pair were among the small group of moderate Democrats who provided enough votes to end the shutdown this week, angering members of their party who wanted senators to hold out until they reached an agreement to extend expiring Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits.

 The Friends of the Douglas County Library will host a two-day used book sale, Friday and Saturday, November 14-15, at the Minden Library, 1625 Library Lane. The sale will feature hardback and paperback fiction and nonfiction, vintage, teen, and children’s books, puzzles, and more. A preview sale for members of Friends of the Library will be from noon to 2 pm on Friday, November 14.

Here are the recent births that occurred at Carson Tahoe Hospital between October 30 - November 8, 2025. Congratulations to the families from Carson Now! Colter Anthony Errett Farrington, a baby boy, was born October 30, 2025 to Sierra Voight and Cole Farrington of Carson City. Atlas Sol Rehm, a baby boy, was born October 30, 2025 to Ashley Cabrera and Stephen Cabrera of Gardnerville.

Carson Tahoe Health (CTH) and the Nevada Health Authority (NVHA) are pleased to announce their collaborative efforts have resulted in an extension of CTH’S contractual agreement with United Medical Resources (UMR), the state’s health insurance provider. After months of negotiations, an extension has been formalized, which guarantees State of Nevada employees will continue to be able to choose CTH for their healthcare needs. 

Brick Reboot, Carson City's brand-new LEGO store, will be hosting their Grand Opening Celebration Saturday, November 15. In addition to the ribbon cutting, they'll be offering free door giveaways, raffle prizes (including a rare Goonies Lego set!), sale deals, and more! Excited for the party, but don't want to wait to get involved? Brick Reboot is currently offering lead-up raffle chances giveaways on their social media channels!

Welcome to Our Dream Christmas Toy Drive! We’re thrilled to kick off our 5th Annual Dream Christmas Toy Drive, uniting with local businesses and community members to bring joy to children throughout Northern Nevada! Last year, thanks to your generosity, over 200 children found more than 1,200 toys under the tree on Christmas morning. This program brings hope and holiday cheer to kids from ages 1 to 18.

A fundraiser is being planned for November 15 for a local mother of three young girls who was recently diagnosed with an aggressive and rare form of blood cancer, and Pioneer Real Estate Center is calling for community sponsors and donations to help. Juanita Meza has worked for Pioneer Real Estate Center for many years. She has helped hundreds and hundreds of people from South Lake Tahoe, Minden, Gardnerville and Carson City and in the greater Northern Nevada area.

Tonight, Sierra Nevada Forums is hosting the panel How Cancer Care is Evolving: Personalized, Targeted Treatments​ at the Brewery Arts Center, located at 511 W. King Street in Carson City. Advances in precision oncology are reshaping cancer treatment. Learn how physicians screen for early detection and use genetic, molecular, and cellular information to tailor treatments to each patient’s individual needs. By analyzing the unique characteristics of every cancer, doctors can identify therapies that are more effective, minimize unnecessary side effects, and improve outcomes.

Sheriff Kenny Furlong has announced his intention to file for re-election for Sheriff in the 2026 election cycle.   Mr. Furlong has held the Office of Sheriff since January 7, 2003, and is proud of the department’s men and women, as well as volunteers, in the fulfillment of the Mission and Goals that he has established.       Sheriff Furlong believes and promotes that the job is never finished, and his administration is continuously building and adjusting to new best practices and organizational excellence.

By McAvoy Layne — We know horses love their show jumping, and dogs love their Frisbees, but what about birds and sea otters? Well, anyone who has been to Twain Haven in the last eight years has met Huckleberry, my pet jay, who lands here on the top deck at 8am for breakfast, noon for lunch, and Happy Hour for a Beer Nut.

Night Off the Streets of Carson City has opened its winter season warming center for the unhoused in the community. During November, St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church is hosting the center at 3000 N. Lompa Lane. Doors open at 9 p.m. each night, and the shelter closes at 6:30 a.m. each morning. Those sleeping in the center are encouraged to use shuttle transportation at 119 E.

Warm and dry conditions will continue through Tuesday, followed by a storm system that will reach Carson City and surrounding counties by late Wednesday, bringing strong winds, valley rain and heavy Sierra snow to the region, according to the National Weather Service. The arriving storm has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Winter Storm Watch from 1 a.m. Thursday to 4 a.m.

Sierra Nevada Realtors released its October 2025 report Monday on existing home sales in Carson City along with Churchill, Douglas, Lyon and Washoe counties (excluding Incline Village). SNR obtains its information from the Northern Nevada Regional Multiple Listing Service. October housing market highlights include: Across all five counties, the median sales price for single-family homes is $575,000, with each region seeing a slightly higher median sales price compared to October 2024.

By JoAnne Skelly — I love trees, but all trees are not equal for use in a home landscape. Some trees have shallow roots and break easily such as poplars, also known as cottonwoods and willows. Their roots are not only shallow, but quite invasive, finding any water leak, whether in an irrigation system or a home pipe. Therefore, they can wreak havoc on pipes and even foundations.

Hundreds of Nevada National Guardsmen and women are furloughed and continue to work without pay as the state and Nevada nonprofits have increasingly stepped up to support Soldiers and Airmen during the record-setting government shutdown. Government Shutdown by the numbers: ·      There are 455 dual-status technicians furlough or working without pay during the shutdown. Dual-Status Technicians (DSTs) are full time uniformed Guard members but are paid as federal civilian employees.

Carson Now reader Dann Woomer submitted these photos from last Wednesday, Nov. 5, Supermoon as seen over Carson City. This content was submitted by a Carson Now reader. Do you have photos, an announcement, or exciting news to share? We want to know! Send your community news to us at the form below: Have an event to share? Submit it to our events calendar here.

By Elinor Bugli — "November Jazz" is an evening of big-band music by the Mile High Jazz Band with singers Jakki Ford and Dale Head in the capital city on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Gina's Good Life Music & Lounge, 507 N. Carson Street inside the Carson Nugget. Admission is free, requested donation is $10.

A 48-year-old man was arrested Saturday for suspicion of gross misdemeanor destruction of property and misdemeanor battery, harassment and disorderly conduct, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report. Deputies were called at 11:27 a.m. to a convenience store on Highway 50 East in reference to a threats report. Deputies arrived and made contact with the reporting party (RP) who advised they and a co-worker had to escort a customer out of the store after the customer began acting out.

As the winter season approaches, Carson City School District’s McKinney-Vento program is in need of new youth coats (boys and girls – all sizes) and new teen/junior sweatshirts and jackets (all sizes) for students in need this winter season. The community-driven initiative aims at ensuring all students have access to warm clothing during the cold months. Adequate winter clothing can significantly impact a student's ability to focus and thrive in the classroom.

Veterans Day is Tuesday, Nov. 11. There are a number of events lined up around Carson City, northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe in celebration of American veterans and their contributions to our country. Here's a rundown of area parades, ceremonies and activities. Carson City Veterans Day Fun RunThere will be a 5K and a 1-mile fun run/walk to honor military veterans.

This Veterans Day, a major step forward in veteran mental healthcare is being highlighted as Higher Dimensions of Healing, LLC, a local veteran-owned mental health clinic, confirms its collaboration with the Reno VA Hospital to provide fully covered Ketamine-Assisted Therapy treatment services for eligible veterans. The partnership, facilitated through a Veteran Care Agreement, aims to address the critical need for effective mental health solutions for our nation’s veterans, particularly for those suffering from the profound psychological effects of military service and combat like: …

In honor of Veterans Day, the Rotary Club of Carson City will welcome retired United States Air Force Command Pilot and U-2 pilot Major Roger Mostar to its next club meeting. The public is invited to attend the luncheon which takes place Tuesday, Nov. 11, at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom.  Mostar will share his experience in the U2 Reconnaissance program as well as his time flying B-52s.

Nonprofit organization Clean Up The Lake has completed its Tahoe Deep Dive Pilot Project, an ambitious research and cleanup effort exploring litter accumulation and aquatic health between 35 and 55 feet beneath the surface of Lake Tahoe. Using Diver Propulsion Vehicles and Nitrox, the team tested advanced deep-water methods to increase diver efficiency and safety while gathering critical data to guide future large-scale underwater cleanup operations.