🌱 Recognize this Carson Street purse-theft suspect from December 9?

Hey there, Carson City! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Recognize this Carson Street purse-theft suspect from December 9?
• How Carson City Christmases looked 60, 80 and 159 years ago
• What crucial winter driving advice Carson City deputies want you to follow

Also on today's calendar: Karaoke Night at Polecat Tavern and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the little needle say to the mother needle when it brought home a failing report card? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Cloudy and windy; p.m. rain, with a high of 46 and low of 35 degrees.
• Friday: Windy, temps: high: 47, low: 23.
• Saturday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 44 and low of 15 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!

📰 News we're reading

1. Carson City Sheriff seeks public's help identifying suspect in purse theft case (foxreno.com) — Carson City deputies are asking for your help identifying a suspect who allegedly stole a purse on the 3800 block of South Carson Street on December 9. The person was last seen in a brown long-sleeve shirt, black pants and white shoes, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Sheriff’s Office or Secret Witness.
   

2. Past Pages for December 24 to 26, 2025 (nevadaappeal.com) — This Past Pages column dips into Carson City’s Christmas history, from snowy white holidays and church Christmas trees to Lions Club parties at the Carson City Nugget and early auto trips through town. It strings together short snapshots spanning 60 to 159 years ago, highlighting how local families once celebrated the season and traveled the region.
   

3. Carson City Sheriff's Office offers winter driving tips (carsonnow.org) — Carson City residents are getting a winter safety reminder from the Sheriff’s Office, which has shared detailed tips on preparing vehicles, handling skids, and watching for pedestrians in poor conditions. The guidance stresses slower speeds, emergency kits, and clearing snow and ice before driving. Locals can contact Sgt. Olson with questions about staying safe on icy roads this season.
   

4. Governor Lombardo Announces Appointment of 11th Judicial District Judge Department 1 (einpresswire.com) — From Carson City, Governor Joe Lombardo has appointed Pershing County District Attorney Bryce Shields to serve as judge for the 11th Judicial District Court, Department 1, covering Lander, Mineral, and Pershing counties. Shields, a longtime prosecutor and county legal advisor, will take the bench January 5, 2026, pledging fairness, transparency, and respect for Nevada’s open meeting laws.
   

📸 Around Carson City

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Carson City

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★ Featured events ★

Friday December 26

• Adult Paint & Sip | Seeing 2025 Out | Fridays | December 26th 2025
  Brewery Arts Center, 449 W King St, Carson City
  6:30 pm

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Other local events

Friday December 26

• EmployNV (formerly Job Connect)
  Carson City Library , 900 N. Roop , Carson City
  10:00 am
• Community Chest Group Connections In-Person
  Carson City Library , 900 N. Roop , Carson City
  10:00 am
• Teen Hours in the Digitorium In-Person
  Carson City Library , 900 N. Roop , Carson City
  2:30 pm
• Karaoke Night at Polecat Tavern
  Polecat Tavern , 260 W Winnie Ln , Carson City
  7:00 pm

Saturday December 27

• Chess Club In-Person
  Carson City Library , 900 N. Roop , Carson City
  12:00 pm
• Brother Dan Palmer: Bank Saloon - Between the Holidays!!
  Bank Saloon , 418 S Carson St , Carson City
  7:00 pm

Sunday December 28

• Minden Board Game Group- Carson Branch In-Person
  Carson City Library , 900 N. Roop , Carson City
  12:00 pm

📣 Carson City Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday December 25

• Open Mic Night
  Polecat Tavern , 260 W Winnie Ln , Carson City
  6:00 pm

Saturday December 27

• Side FX Band • Trish Good — Red Dog Saloon • Virginia City, Nevada
  Red Dog Saloon , 76 N C Street , Virginia City
  7:00 pm

Sunday December 28

• History Presentation - A Sentimental Journey Along Carson Pass
  Minden Mill Distilling , 1601 Water St , Minden
  1:00 pm
• Acoustic Jam & Singalong Sundays at 5pm
  Polecat Tavern , 260 W Winnie Ln , Carson City
  5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• As winter sets in and temperatures drop, Ridezilla Carson City has partnered with the Ron Wood Family Resource Center to provide warmth and comfort to those in need.
  The company has donated 60 winter coats this year to the Center for distribution. https://www.carsonnow.org/12/23/2025/ron-wood-family-resource… (Nextdoor Stewart)
• Happy holidays neighbors this is Mark with MC Handyman services.
  Just want to let you know we are going to be available for any emergency needs or just normal needs over the next few days do the holidays if you… (Nextdoor Northridge)

• Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Bakery Wrapper / Clean Up in Carson City. Apply here.
• Carson City School District posted a job opening for Student Worker - Custodian 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: I guess I’m not as sharp as I thought.
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