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CARSON CITY — Ten Business Pitch Competition finalists have been selected to pitch their company's product or service to a panel of judges at the ...

The Department of Business and Industry will host the sixth annual Governor’s Conference on Business August 17 at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks.

‘We hold these truths to be self-evident…’ With those few powerful words, the Declaration of Independence set a few east coast colonies on a path to becoming ‘the land of the free, and the home of the brave.’ Less than 100 years later, the great ‘Battle Born’ state of Nevada would join the fold. Let us celebrate our great country today with family, friends, and neighbors. You’ll find fireworks displays in Carson City, Virginia City, Reno, Sparks, and both the North and South shores of Lake Tahoe.

Fourth of July celebrations abound in the Carson City area. Fireworks can be found in Carson City, Virginia City, Reno, Sparks, and at both north and south shore of Lake Tahoe. There are several daytime events going on, so grab the kids, friends, and family and have a great four-day Independence Day weekend!

Saturday, July 1

Sailors from the USS Nevada nuclear submarine were in Carson City on Sunday for tours of the Nevada State Museum and Nevada State Railroad Museum.

After a 4-3 comeback victory, the Reno Aces and Tacoma Rainiers faced off Friday for the second time in the four game series.

With the sun shining bright, and 7,128 in attendance at Greater Nevada Field, the Reno Aces faced off against the Las Vegas 51s for the third time in their back and forth four game series Saturday. Starting pitchers Eric Jokisch (Reno) and Steven Matz (Las Vegas, placed on assignment) took the mound in a lefty vs. lefty duel. Ready to pitch the seams off the ball, and lead their respective teams to victory.

With 6,387 anxious fans in attendance, the Reno Aces faced off against the Las Vegas 51s for the third time in their four-game series at Greater Nevada Field in Reno.

Nevada based start-up companies looking for an opportunity to showcase their unique products or services while competing for cash and prizes should look no further. The Governor’s Conference on Business 2017 is hosting a business pitch competition as part of the annual business resource and networking conference.

In a win or go home situation, the Carson High Senators returned home Wednesday to to Ron McNutt field in Carson City to face the Damonte Ranch Mustangs. It was a must-win game to stay alive in the NIAA 4A Northern Baseball playoffs.

It’s baseball season again, so we offer some thoughts on the great 1984 movie The Natural.

Robert Redford plays Roy Hobbs, a former Nebraska farm boy who’s a fantastically great natural pitcher and hitter destined to be a major league superstar. But as he’s on his way to The Show at age 20, events take weird turns and he never gets his chance.

An 8-7 loss to Galena put the Carson High Senators' playoff aspirations on the line Saturday during a two game double header with Bishop Manogue at Ron McNutt Field in Carson City.

Opening ceremonies for the Carson City Little League were held Saturday morning at Governor's Field, marking the official start to the 2017 Little League baseball season.

After a three game roundabout in California and going 1-2 in the process, the Carson High School Senators returned home to Ron McNutt Field Tuesday in Carson City looking to rebound against the Hug Hawks of Reno.

A four-week arts marketing workshop series for Northern Nevada “Artrepreneurs” is taking aim at the cliché of the starving artist. The workshop promises to help visual artists, artisans, performing artists and even literary artists achieve business success as they follow their creative passion.

After a crucial loss to Enterprise to conclude the Mike Bearman tournament, the Carson High Senators returned to Ron McNutt Field in Carson City Tuesday to face their formidable foe in the Reno Huskies.

After a 10-5 victory against rival Douglas early Friday, Carson High baseball focused its attention on the Central Catholic Raiders, a Modesto, CA, team visiting for the Mike Bearman tournament.

Yesterday, I checked into an AirBnb in downtown El Paso. My lovely friends in San Diego had put me up the night before. We watched a movie called Sicario, a flick about Mexican drug cartels. Needless to say, the movie is partially set in Juarez, the border town right next to El Paso. It was the perfect set up to a nice waterfall of assumption.

The principle of Leave No Trace is in use on trails, in the public parks system. It’s also one of the 10 Principles of Burning Man. This weekend, after the Nevada Day festivities, record amounts of trash laced our streets. I can’t ignore this fact. When a person has a voice and an audience, I believe it is their personal responsibility to speak up. So, this week, in a personal and business context, I want to talk about what it means to Leave No Trace.

The businesses in downtown Carson City are coming together to throw a party to celebrate the completion of the construction in the downtown corridor.

I was so touched by the response to the Advanced Gratitude Journaling class I taught last Friday. Whenever I can make a difference in someone’s life, I get a deep sense of satisfaction. I feel it takes me one step closer to fulfilling my life’s purpose.I am committed to learning, growing, inspiring others, and making a difference in the world.

The Carson City Host Lions Club held its inaugural Pitch, Putt and Sip recently at Silver Oak Golf Course. It was a successful event made possible by General Manager Terrie McNutt and PGA Pro Robert Mason along with their staff.

This golf event was a social event and not a competitive links style tournament. There were 44 people who participated in the creative golf tournament. There were three teams that won first, second and third place.

Carson City Cruise - Meet N Greet and Nevada Rural Housing Authority will be hosting "Costumes for a Cause" at Bully's Sports Bar in Carson City. Come by any time between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to drop off your donations, show off your wheels, or just join in the fun.

As always, the Meet will be open to ALL Cars, Trucks and Bikes. We'll be accepting New and Gently Used Halloween Costume Donations for local children in Shelters.

The amazing civilians helping knock down one of the fires on Highway 50 earlier today. They helped while the firefighters got to the bigger fire. Carson City Sheriff's Office and Carson City Fire Department showed up quick and were able to get all fires knocked down quick before the wind really took off.

Holy Tuesday, Batman! Today is jam-packed full of options around our valley. A walk with Parks and Rec, a movie viewing with the Classic Cinema Club, and life-sized board games at the Library are all on the docket for today. The big story, of course, is National Night Out with the Carson City Sheriff's Department. Free food, activities, fun, and even an aircraft or two descend on Mills Park for the annual party.

Seven out-of-state men were arrested Saturday on felony fraud and other charges after officers uncovered a scam where the suspects allegedly went door-to-door asking for money donations they said would be used to assemble care packages sent to U.S. soldiers overseas, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Hunter Pence continued his AAA assault last night in Reno by hitting his second home run in as many nights at once again a Giants' friendly Greater Nevada Field.

I think he loves the thin air and elevation.

Pence came into the game batting a modest .500 (8 for 16) and added 2 more RBI to his total since being on his rehab assignment giving him 6 in 6 games. It was his third home run since being with Sacramento.

Pence played a full nine innings for a second straight night which have a lot of people believing his return to San Francisco is extremely close.

Hunter Pence has been having a lot of fun since being with the Sacramento Rivercats on a rehab assignment from a hamstring injury.

Since Pence has returned to baseball with the AAA affiliate of the Giants all he has done in 5 games is hit .500 (8 for 16) with 2 HR's 4 RBI. He played the entire game in Reno last night which is an extremely good sign for the Giants.

Monday’s aren’t always known for fun, but the Fourth of July is a different animal. Carson City, Virginia City, Lake Tahoe, and Reno will have fireworks displays starting around 9:30. Minden, Gardnerville, and Genoa aren’t slacking, though. Festivities can be found just about everywhere.

Sunday is the day before Independence Day, but Sparks is getting a jump on the festivities with their Star Spangled Sparks Celebration and fireworks. King’s Beach always celebrates early, so you can catch fireworks at the northeast end of Tahoe, as well. Keep reading: the weekend is in full swing.

SUNDAY:

• Fourth of July Special at Empire Ranch Golf Course ($38 includes 18 holes and cart)
• First Sunday Breakfast at the Elks Club: 515 N Nevada (bar opens 7am; 8:30am-11am, $7)
• Nevada Artists Association Art Exhibit featuring Pat Holub and Photography by Chas. H. McDonnell, III at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-5pm)